Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00001636
11/12/99
Snow
Wet snow that accumulates on tree and shrub branches can
bend them over. Some may break and so must be removed.
Bending damages the bark and cambium tissue, leading to
cankers or death of the stem the following growing season.
Shrubs that would collapse under heavy snow loads can be
protected or supported. To protect small shrubs, place
crates or wooden frames over them in the fall. The crate
or the slats on the frame will support some of the snow
load. Taller shrubs can be wrapped with cord. Tie the
cord to the base of a stem and then wind it around the
shrub. The tied bundle of stems will help support one
another.
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