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How to wrap a tree

Reusable white insulating cloth and burlap make an attractive protective cloak for newly planted trees and shrubs that are marginally hardy or on an exposed site
Photos by Michael Graydon

Fifteen minutes is all you need to give newly planted treasures such as Japanese maples a protective—and decorative—winter wrap. Margaret Serrao, perennial manager at Toronto's Fiesta Gardens, likes to use insulation cloth and burlap to create a "sculptural winter garden that looks like [environmental installation artist] Christo has been here!" **1** Gather your materials—insulation cloth, burlap, scissors and a strong stapler.
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