--- title: Dealing with Winter Turf and Plant Damage description: With some planning and the right care, you can protect your property from Winter Turf and Plant Damage and get it looking its best come spring. image: https://www.lawnshopper.com/hubfs/EnglishGarden.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://www.lawnshopper.com/blog/dealing-with-winter-turf-and-plant-damage#main-content) [![](https://www.lawnshopper.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LawnShopper_Color_Circle_Wordmark-Left.png?width=238&height=50&name=LawnShopper_Color_Circle_Wordmark-Left.png)](https://lawnshopper.com) - [Sign In](https://web.lawnshopper.com/login) - [Weekly service](https://www.lawnshopper.com/weekly) - [About](https://www.lawnshopper.com/about) - [Projects](https://www.lawnshopper.com/specialty) - [For Landscapers](https://www.lawnshopper.com/landscapers) - [Sign In](https://web.lawnshopper.com/login) - [Weekly service](https://www.lawnshopper.com/weekly) - [About](https://www.lawnshopper.com/about) - [Projects](https://www.lawnshopper.com/specialty) - [For Landscapers](https://www.lawnshopper.com/landscapers) # Dealing with Winter Turf and Plant Damage 28 February 2023 [John Fenner](https://www.lawnshopper.com/blog/author/john-fenner) Winter weather can take a toll on your lawn and landscaping in Chicago and Northern Illinois. Between freezing temperatures, snow piles, and deicing products, it's no surprise that your outdoor space can suffer. But with some planning and the right care, you can protect your property and get it looking its best come spring. Here are some of the most common winter damage issues we see and how to address them: Protecting Plants from Cold Injury Selecting [plants that are appropriate for Chicagoland](https://www.gardenloversclub.com/plant-finder/perennials/zone-5/) (USDA Zones 5), and placing them in protected areas can help prevent cold injury. During the growing season, proper watering, fertilization, pest control, and pruning will promote resiliency and vigor in your plants, making them less susceptible to cold damage. Revitalizing Trees and Shrubs with Spring Pruning Browning on plants after a hard freeze is normal, but if the stem is brown, the limb should be removed in the spring. Residential pruning jumpstarts new growth and improves plant health by allowing for more light and airflow. Taking Care of Turf After Winter Salt damage on turf can be repaired by flushing out the affected grass with water and repairing the area with fresh soil and reseeding. Customized turf services can help protect your grass from accidental winter damage. Preparing for Winter with a Custom Lawn Care Program A [customized lawn care program](https://www.lawnshopper.com/specialty) that includes fertilization, weed control, and a tree and shrub program will help your property withstand the harsh winter months. A pre-season site visit from a professional landscaper can identify potential damage zones and prepare your lawn and landscape for healthy growth. Don't let Winter weather get you down! With some thoughtful care, you can keep your lawn and landscape looking beautiful all year round. If you're in the Chicago area, we're here to help you make the most of your outdoor space. 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