Wrap the trunks, too, to prevent rabbit damage. The aim of tree wrapping is to keep the trunk from heating unevenly on bright, sunny, winter days, say experts with the University of Georgia Extension Service . Bark tends to split as it cools fast after the winter sun has warmed the south and west sides. Use commercial tree wraps or put up canvas or burlap screens to shade young fruit trees. Even a plant leaned up against the south side of the trunk will help.
Some people paint orchard tree trunks with white latex paint to do the same thing.
Consider doing this if you have young, tender-barked trees like fruit trees. That will help keep the chill from injuring houseplants. COOL MUMS Keep your flowering chrysanthemum blooming longer by keeping it out of direct sunlight, say experts with the University of Georgia Extension Service . Keep the soil slightly moist. Day temperatures should be 68 degrees, with nighttimes at 40 to 55 degrees.