It's almost Thanksgiving, and you know what that means -- time to wrap the fig tree. Growing figs on Long Island is easy. But getting trees to survive the winter takes a bit of work and dedication.

When frosts and freezes hit, whether early and unexpected, or long-term in the deep of winter, protecting a young tree's branches, bark, and roots is important.

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The best way to ensure that your new plants get through the winter in good condition is to provide them with extra water during periods of warm and dry weather in late fall. An extended period of cold ...

Bozeman — One easy fall chore can prevent damage to trees in late winter and early spring: Wrap the trunks of deciduous trees in kraft paper or burlap, or paint them with white latex paint. In late ...

Some kinds of shrubs are especially vulnerable to winter, and gardeners often try to protect them with sheets of burlap. Before you do, “make sure it’s really necessary,” said Julie Janoski, Plant ...

Growing figs on Long Island is easy. But getting trees to survive the winter takes a bit of work and dedication. Here's how it's done: Never use any plastic materials for any part of the process. 1.