I have good news to report, even after this nasty cold snap, many of the damaged trees and plants should make a decent recovery. I talked with Donna at the Fort Smith Garden Center, and she says that we should see more growth when the weather turns warmer. Here are some important tips she says you should follow in order for your foliage to make a healthy comeback.

1. Don't prune or cut back the plants or trees. Allow the leaves or buds to fall off naturally. When the warm weather returns, they will likely bloom again.

2. Don't feed the plants with plant food or fertilizer. This will damage the plants. Allow them to naturally return.