Cold Weather Confuses Northland Plants
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DULUTH - You might be over the rainy and cold weather and apparently so are Northland plants and trees.
Landscapers say going from the horrible cold snaps in winter, to three warm weeks in summer and then back to winter and spring-like conditions has stunted the growth of some plants, trees and shrubs.
The plants don't know if they should grow or go into dormancy.
Experts say if you're worried about your own plants and gardens the best thing to do is fertilize and wait.
"There's still plenty of time,” said Natasha Strand with Miller Creek Lawn and Landscape. “Once we get some heat things will start to flush, probably another three or four weeks or so. You'll be able to tell what didn't make it through this winter and what did.”
For people who have purchased annuals for their hanging baskets, it's recommended you let them dry.
When the weather starts to get warm again, start to fertilize and water them so they can re-bloom.
Landscapers also believe this cold weather could shorten the growing season by a few months.
Some plants may still bloom, but not produce as much.