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gregandkathy on
March 9, 2011Q.how can i protect my plants from wind?
It is windy where I live, how can I protect my plants from this wind?
Answered by
Heather on
March 10, 2011
Certified ExpertA.You need to create wind blocks and breaks around your property. Fencing, structures, shrubs and trees can be used to help break up the winds a bit. Also, plant plants that are easily hurt by the wind in sheltered locations, such as near the house or fence line.
In the winter, if you are looking to protect plants from winter winds, you can wrap them in burlap and create burlap cages around them to keep the drying winds of vulnerable plants.
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- Asked by
Rose on
March 25, 2011Q.Shrubs to Grow on a Windy Coastal Patio in POTS
I would like to grow a Rhododendron in a pot on a windy patio. Would it survive, and if not, what other shrubs would? I have lost so many in the past.
Thanks. - Answered by
Heather on
March 26, 2011
Certified ExpertA.You can grow rhododendron in a windy location, but I would look for a very hardy variety, maybe like the ones suggested in this article: https://extension.missouri.edu/p/g6825 While they are looking at cold, many places in this area are both windy and cold, and these rhododendron are able to handle it.
You can also take a look at these shrubs. They should be able to take the wind:
Buckthorn
Cotoneaster
Gold Euonymus
Gorse
Heather
Hazel
Hornbeam
Privet
Smoke Bush
Snowberry
Yew
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Anonymous on
August 28, 2011Q.Low Plants for Windy Sites
What type of low border perennial plants do you suggest for (westerly) exposed windy, narrow borders in hot, direct sun during summer near sea? It's not possible to put any hedgerows in.
- Answered by
Nikki on
August 28, 2011
Certified ExpertA.Here is an article that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/spaces/wind-resistant-plants-for-your-windy-garden.htm
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Anonymous on
September 30, 2011Q.Plants Recommended for a Windy Garden
Due to a new building we have an exposed side to our garden. We would like to plant hardy shrubs (hedging?) but are unsure which ones to choose. What do you suggest?
- Answered by
Nikki on
October 1, 2011
Certified ExpertA.Here is an article or two that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/shgen/landscaping-shrubs-for-nearly-any-purpose.htm
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scorpio1 on
October 5, 2011Q.Large Wind Resistant Tub Shrubs
I live in a beachside highrise on the Gold Coast and want to put some large plants in tubs, but sometimes we have extremely windy conditions. What do you suggest I plant?
- Answered by
Nikki on
October 5, 2011
Certified ExpertA.This article should help with ideas: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/spaces/wind-resistant-plants-for-your-windy-garden.htm
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