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Garden Q&A: What's the best way to protect trees and shrubs from frost?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Garden Q&A: What's the best way to protect trees and shrubs from frost? — Protect trees and shrubs from frost. File picture

Tue, 02 Dec, 2025 - 06:19

Peter Dowdall

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I planted a lot of new trees and shrubs this summer. Do I need to protect them from frost, and what’s the best way?

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