February Gardening Guide: New Growth Threatened by Freeze

Some branches and limbs may need added support to protect from breakage as ice accumulates from a freeze. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Sam Craft)

February Gardening Guide: New Growth Threatened by Freeze

Winter is the time to continue to stagger plantings of leafy greens, leaf lettuce, kale and collards. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie)

February Gardening Guide: New Growth Threatened by Freeze

Dropped leaves can be gathered and utilized as part of your mulch. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie)

February Gardening Guide: New Growth Threatened by Freeze

A citrus tree after a freeze. Plants may need extra protection against freezes after experiencing a mild few weeks at the start of the year and new growth may be affected. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Courtney Sacco)

Texas had generally mild weather conditions across the state after the “Arctic Express” swept through in December, resulting in new growth on some trees and plants. The recent freeze across much of Texas means that new growth could be in trouble.While the warmer-thanaverage temperatures may feel pleasant in the midst ...

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