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 If you've had storm surge &/or salt water flooding, care for your plants. After Sandy & 1up to 36 hours of flooding, I lost lots: wildflowers & trees: dogwood, old oaks (w/in a couple years), and shallow-rooted locusts (from wind & wet soil). Didn't occur to me to rinse, flush, w/ fresh water. Check w/ extension service or landscape company for advice. Flooding also causes soil compaction. Flooding with salt or fresh water can contaminate vegetable gardens.