Even with warm winter, early planting could turn costly Web Staff February 24, 2012 1 minute read Our warm winter may have you thinking about planting your spring flowers or summer fruits earlier than normal, but experts say that’s probably not a good idea. More from WFIR’s Steve Mabry. [audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/02-24-Plants-WRAP-1-WEB.mp3|titles=02-24 Plants WRAP #1-WEB] Share: Post navigation Previous: Independent to challenge City Council re-election bidsNext: No escaping it: events across the world impact gas prices here Related Stories The Market on Melrose gaining a following in northwest Roanoke – but still in the red at this point Gene Marrano March 18, 2026 0 Radford professor offers March Madness bracket strategy ahead of NCAA Tournament Ian Price March 17, 2026 0 Greater Williamson Road Area Business Association rolls out Restaurant Week Gene Marrano March 17, 2026 0