Winter Recovery and Summer Color: Saving Storm-Damaged Plants in Juneau Gardens
03 June 2026

Winter Recovery and Summer Color: Saving Storm-Damaged Plants in Juneau Gardens

Conversations with Alaska Gardeners

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Margaret Tharp and David Lindrum discuss how Juneau gardeners can help plants recover after a challenging winter. The episode covers pruning and repairing storm-damaged trees and shrubs, restoring arborvitaes and ornamental trees, and the importance of proper feeding and wound care. David also highlights the beauty and history of fragrant Rugosa (Sitka) roses, shares tips for growing hydrangeas, peonies, lilacs, and clematis, and explains how strategic pruning can rejuvenate aging plants. The conversation is packed with practical advice to help local gardeners prepare for a vibrant growing season while showcasing new arrivals and gardening trends at Landscape Alaska.