April 21 Late Freeze Causes Blackened Tips on County Trees and Shrubs
DEPMay 15, 2026
A hard freeze on the morning of April 21, 2026 caused visible damage — blackened or dead-looking tips — to trees, shrubs, and perennial plants across Montgomery County. DEP is advising residents to allow plants time to resprout before taking action, as most are expected to recover. Minor pruning of unsightly dead tips is acceptable, but removal is recommended only if plants show no signs of life after several months.
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Source: My Green Montgomery, “Lanternflies, Drought Hacks, and Food Scraps: Your Smarter-Home Survival Guide”, received May 15, 2026.
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2026-04-21
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