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If you can find a fertilizer formulated for shrubs and trees, this fertilizer would work well on Viburnum. A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, which will also minimize the likelihood of disease investing a cut during pruning.

Plants that are deficient in Nitrogen are usually not growing vigorously, and sometimes exhibit pale colored foliage. When we specifically look at pruning with regards to hydrangeas, this misunderstanding and negligence can be magnified.

Organic additions to the soil can also be combined with a shot of chemical fertilizer for maximum effect. We like to tell folks that when watering Nandina domestica or any plant for that matter its best not to water the foliage of the plant.

If you can find a fertilizer formulated for shrubs and trees, this fertilizer would work well on Nandina Gulfstream. When we specifically look at pruning with regards to roses, this misunderstanding and negligence can be magnified.

Any type of mulch will do but cypress or hardwood mulch will be of a higher quality and provide better nutrition overall as they breakdown. We suggest when planting your newly purchased Obsession Nandina plants that you dig a hole twice as wide as the...

Organic additions to the soil can also be combined with a shot of chemical fertilizer for maximum effect. We like to tell folks that when watering Nandina domestica or any plant for that matter its best not to water the foliage of the plant.

The above suggestions for bluing would also work for a potted plant. If your plants are well established, and you are not concerned about more growth, choose a fertilizer that has a smaller first number, and a larger second and third number.

It is also important to understand the specific growing characteristic of a certain hydrangeas when pruning that particular plant. Knives, hand cutters, saws, and shears should be sharpened if necessary before pruning any hydrangeas.

Although some authorities recommend special fertilizer mixes to get the maximum results, hydrangeas do amazingly well with a more relaxed approach. Removing the dead and dying limbs will minimize the possibility of diseases such as “dieback” and will...

Plants that are deficient in Potassium, are usually growing more slowly than normal, have fewer flowers and seed, and are more susceptible to disease than plants with adequate levels of Potassium.

Proper fertilization of your Nandina Harbour Dwarf will lead to healthier and more disease resistant plants, as well as provide you with many more enjoyable blooms. In choosing the basic type of fertilizer for your Harbour Dwarf Nandina, it is important...

Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced compost or topsoil to the back-fill soil. It is much, much better to err on the side of too little fertilizer than too much.

Nandina Lemon Lime has moderate to fast growth, so you won't have to wait long for it to be a bright presence in your landscape. Finally, a Nandina for those of you who don't want the color red in their gardens! Nandina Lemon Lime has chartreuse new foliage...

Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand the winter. It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning Nandina Flirt or any plant for that matter.

More northern areas may wish to fertilize only once in April or May. While light pruning can be performed anytime throughout the year, it's best to leave any major shearing or severe pruning for late winter or early spring.

The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep. Weigela but in a smaller size. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the soil, and be sure to water the plant thoroughly...

Fertilize Lilac Belle de Nancy again 6 to 8 weeks later to encourage denser foliage or faster growth of young trees. “Fertilizer burn” can occur when too much fertilizer is applied, resulting in a drying out of the roots and damage or even death of...

The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the plant. In general gardening terms, pruning is probably the most misunderstood gardening chore, and certainly, the chore that...

Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after. Its dense, evergreen growth makes it perfect for shearing into a small, formal hedge. Rejuvenation: At times, very old and misshapen boxwoods are going to need rejuvenation.

Screenings and hedges of spirea would need to be pruned for their specific purpose within the landscape. Severely pruning such infested spireas will not only re-invigorate the plant, but will also reduce insect problems and minimize corrective treatments...

Severe pruning of mahonia is generally thought to involve the removal of one third to one half of the existing plant. Prune limbs flush to the feeder branches without leaving “nubs”.

A very large shrub in the ground will take 2 – 3 cups spread around the drip line of the branches (not next to the trunk). Proper fertilization of your Rhododendron Fantastica will lead to healthier and more disease resistant plants, as well as provide...

Many times, Admiration Barberry that have not been pruned in a few years will develop dead or degenerative twigs. Knives, hand cutters, saws, and shears should be sharpened if necessary before pruning any plant.

There are many slow-release fertilizers on the market. A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, which will also minimize the likelihood of disease investing a cut during pruning.

If chemical fertilizers are used on your Viburnum Cardinal Candy, applying a slow-release, balanced fertilizer once a year is probably the simplest solution. Knives, hand cutters, saws, and shears should be sharpened if necessary before pruning any viburnums.

Golden Dream Boxwood favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization. When shearing trim in one direction and then go back and trim the opposite way so that it's top line is smooth and has no dips.

When you have selected your fertilizer and are ready to apply it, be sure to rake your mulch back to the drip line of each plant. Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients.