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Severely pruning such infested Euonymus Moonshadow will not only re-invigorate the plant, but will also reduce insect problems and minimize corrective treatments necessary to eliminate such problems.

Removing the dead and dying limbs will minimize the possibility of diseases such as “dieback” and will also allow the plant to re-concentrate its energies. Many gardeners apply a pruning sealant or paint to all cut surfaces after pruning, but that...

(It can't abide cold weather or wet feet, though, so plant it accordingly.) In zone 8-10 it grows into a 6 foot tall shrub that will bloom sky-blue flowers in spring and summer. This is one herb that you really shouldn't live without.

Microbiota Decussata is a beautiful addition to any garden. Microbiota Decussata benefits from an fertilizer which can help raise the acid level of the soil such as by Espoma. A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was...

The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep especially on Azaleas. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements.

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. No matter what fertilizer you choose, “Always Read the Label”.

Globosa Nana) is an amazing bowling-ball shaped evergreen that is a staple in landscapes all over the country because it requires no shearing. Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success.

A great alternative to Junipers, its dense branches are packed with very dark green needles. That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot.

Elements such as Magnesium, Sulfur, Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum play very important roles in providing plants with adequate nutrition. You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Fernspray Hinoki Cypress.

In choosing the basic type of fertilizer for your Frostproof Gardenia, it is important to determine what you want your gardenias to do. A 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch is sufficient but remember to take care not to cover any part of the stem of the plant...

Commercial manure or compost can be applied once in the spring around the base of the Euonymus. We do not recommend using straight topsoil or compost as a back-fill soil because more times than not these products will retain entirely to much moisture...

You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Silver King Euonymus. It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning Silver King Euonymus or any plant for that matter.

You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the hollies. It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning hollies or any plant for that matter. Pruning should always be associated with re-invigorating a plant by allowing it to focus its...

It is much, much better to err on the side of too little fertilizer than too much. A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well.

Commercial manure or compost can be applied yearly around the base of the Golden Euonymus. Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” I find pruning to be one of the most relaxing yet rewarding chores in the garden.

Pruning a specific plant to look a specific way, involves art in creating a unique definition for a specific plant, and it involves science in understanding the physical growing habits of the plant to be pruned.

Skimmia japonica favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization. Fall is the time for skimmias to begin preparing for dormancy. Plants that are deficient in Potassium, are usually growing more slowly than normal, have fewer flowers and seed, and are...

Many times, Rhododendron Fantastica that have not been pruned in a few years will develop dead or degenerative twigs. Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags are very important considerations when...

An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. Gold Dust Aucuba benefits from an fertilizer which can help raise the acid level of the soil such as by Espoma. Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions.

Schip Laurel favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization. For a totally organic approach, many gardeners use commercial manure on the soil around shrubs such as Euonymus Manhattan.

After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Camellia Setsugekka a good deep watering. Elements such as Magnesium, Sulfur, Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum play very important...

Horstmans Silberlocke Korean Fir benefits from an fertilizer which can help raise the acid level of the soil such as by Espoma. Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand the winter.

Thuja Whipcord favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization. Fall is the time for arborvitaes to begin preparing for dormancy. Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. When pruning established camellias where no labeling is present on a variety to identify it, you need to look at the general growth patterns of the plant to be pruned.

Requires protection from direct afternoon sun and wind. A pink shell-shaped big flower with a mid-season flowering, the flower has 18 petals, orange-yellow anthers and creamy white filaments.

Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant. Also, plants with insufficient amounts of Phosphorus may have poorer root systems.

Sometimes, the growth is taller and longer with less than desirable branching when Nitrogen is deficient. Large camellias that have been severely pruned have the advantage of a large root system that has excessive capacity, and its roots are capable of...