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Here in the Boston area you need to keep an eye on your hardscaping features - things like stone patios, walkways, wood deck and retaining walls - winter through harsh cold and extreme conditions from November to February and sometimes beyond. What should you expect from these elements of your yard over the winter? And how can you help them to remain durable without resorting to back breaking maintenance?

Snow acts as an insulator for your plants, protecting the roots and branches from frigid temperatures. But when your snow blower or snowplow tosses excess ice, sleet and de-icing products onto the garden and grass, disaster can strike. Do you know the dangers of using snow blowers and have you prepped your gardens for protection?

If your living in Boston then keeping the ice off your sidewalk, driveway and outdoor paths is essential. But browse the aisles of your local hardware and you're bound to become confused about what product to use and how that product will affect your plantings and grass. You need to use ice melt effectively to provide a safe surface, but beware of overuse. Certain ice melt products will seriously harm your landscape.