Clusia Hedge Freeze Recovery Protocol

This page outlines the exact steps to recover a freeze-damaged Clusia hedge.

Step 1: Scratch Test

Scrape bark on main stems. Green means alive.

Step 2: Do Not Prune Early

Early pruning removes viable tissue.

Step 3: Water Carefully

Water only when soil is dry four to six inches deep.

Step 4: Watch for New Growth

Growth appears in four to eight weeks.

Step 5: Selective Pruning

Prune only after growth shows.

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