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it is that they will be infected with rot and fungal disease. Get rid of (and replace) ALL infected plants. Also replace damaged shrubs and flowers.

- A central part of repairing your garden is to replace soil nutrients that may have been washed away by heavy flooding. If flowerbeds are still wet or soggy, the roots may be exposed - be careful not to step on them. Cover up these exposed roots with as much compost-enriched soil and mulch as you can.

- Before adding compost and about 1/4-inch thick layer of organic fertilizer to your lawn area, make sure that the soil is relatively dry. If it hasn't had time to dry out, wait a few more days.

- Start hunting for snails and fire ants. They almost always invade flooded yards and gardens. Look for snails in dark places such as under bricks, boards, porches etc. Remove them by hand (wear gloves if you wish). Snail poison is unnecessary and can harm pets or children. Use fire ant bait if you discover infested spots, and make sure to follow label directions.

- Finally, remember that the bacteria in floodwater may very well have contaminated fruits and vegetables picked from a flooded garden. This is particularly true for leafy vegetables such as spinach. Never eat produce from a flooded garden.

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