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Winter Watering When Soil Is Frozen Solid

S. asks: soil frozen solid in winter—should I worry or just keep moist when thawed?

Frozen Soil = Water Available

Overnight freezes: no concern.
Extended cold + wind = freeze-drying (transpiration > uptake).
Cover plants during prolonged freezes to reduce transpiration.

Water when thawed; don't stress over frozen periods.

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