Will the early spring freeze affect plants? It depends, News
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(TNS) — Spring officially began on Tuesday with freezing temperatures and frosty grounds, even patches of ice and snow. This came after a run of unusually warm weather in early March that had everyone enjoying the outdoors — and had some flowers blossoming and trees starting to bud.
Ask the Master Naturalist: When a lake freezes over depends on many factors - Brainerd Dispatch
Do you need to worry about early spring freezes? - MSU Extension
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When do we typically see our last freeze in central North Carolina?
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Preventing Spring Frost Damage in the Garden - Gardening Products Review
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How will this warm winter affect my plants?
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A warm winter with little snow means spring is arriving early this year in NYC parks
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GARDEN COLUMN: Late frost can have effect on spring plants
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Assessing frost and freeze damage to flowers and buds of fruit trees - Fruit & Nuts
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When to Plant Bulbs
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How to Manage Gardenia Winter Cold Damage
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A blast of wintry air will continue to fuel snow squalls in
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It's never been this warm in February. Here's why that's not a good thing
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How to care for houseplants in spring - The Washington Post