ShrubGuard Installation Steps

We received an overwhelming response yesterdays blog about the new shrubguard protection product. Most of the questions were about installation so we developed the following image:

An Attractive Winter Jacket For Your Plants

Burlapping your plants has been a long standing tradion for many northern gardeners. For those who don't care to fiddle with these DIY mechanics might find the new Shrub Guard winter jacket, the perfect answer for winter shrub protection. Made from a non-woven material in a subtle sage green print, ShrubGuard protects buds and branches from drying winds, winter sun, hungry animals, road salt and frost. The sage green color and leaf print is quite subtle and attractive in the landscape. Shrub Guard is simple to use; opens at the side and has a drawstring at both the top and bottom so the top may be kept open to allow snow to fall through, which helps insulate and hydrate the plant. This also prevents snow from crushing the plant. ShrubGuard is also perfect to extend the season by providing protection from early and late frosts. It will also protect from a sudden drop in temperature, keeping the plant warm during a temporary cold spell by as much as 5 to 10 degrees

Protect Plant from Frost and Plant Stress

Professional growers know the most severe problem a plant ever faces is stress. Plant stress is usually caused by a shortage of water, "transplant shock" and extreme weather (hot or cold) that causes the plant to lose water faster than the roots can absorb water. Under these conditions plants suffer reduced photosynthesis which can cause physiological changes that result in a loss of health and hardiness. Plants weakened by stress will also be more subject to attack by insect and disease, as well as a lack of growth. The first sign of a plant undergoing stress is wilt and loss of color. This will be followed by severe drying and eventually the plant will not survive. There are several preventative methods against frost and Plant Stress. One easy method is to cover your plants prior to a frost. Yardiac offers a product developed by an avid gardener in search of a solution to this annual problem. The product is called Frost Proteck and is made from a material used by professional growers for years. The Frost Protek Plant Covers will protect your flower, fruit, and vegetable plants from being damaged or prematurely killed by bad weather or pests. The cover can extend your growing season so you may enjoy your decorative plantings as long as possible and obtain the largest yield possible from your vegetables and fruits. Order these by September so that you will be prepared for an early frost and have them on hand in March, April and May depending on what part of the country you live in.