Recent record-breaking temperatures and freezing conditions across the Treasure Coast may have left homeowners concerned about damage to their lawns and landscapes.
St. Lucie County shared guidance from the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, or UF/IFAS, advising residents that while freezing weather can harm plants, not all damage is permanent and some plants may appear worse before improving.
Officials recommend checking plants’ water needs first, noting that cold, windy conditions can dry them out. Watering can help thaw soil and rehydrate roots, and container plants may require additional attention…