Preparing Houston Commercial Landscapes for Winter Freezes

Houston winters are mild — until a hard freeze rolls through and catches properties unprepared. A little planning protects your landscape investment and avoids costly spring replacements.

Protect the irrigation system first

Freeze damage to irrigation is one of the most expensive surprises. Insulate exposed backflow preventers and above-ground components, and know how to shut the system down ahead of a hard freeze.

Mulch is cheap insurance

A fresh layer of mulch insulates roots and beds through temperature swings — a small, high-return step before the cold season.

Plan plant protection

Identify the vulnerable plants on your property in advance so crews can cover or protect them quickly when a freeze is forecast, rather than scrambling.

Have a response plan

The properties that come through a freeze best are the ones with a plan already in place — a known checklist and a responsive crew. After a freeze, a prompt cleanup and assessment keeps the landscape on track for spring.

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