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Prune in spring after flowering to maintain attractive shape. Although the three elements just mentioned are the major elements necessary for good plant performance, there some minor elements that are just as important in consideration of plant nutrition.

Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly what is included in the fertilizer. It is slow to become established, often taking a couple of years to settle in.

(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. It adds zing to after-dinner drinks.

The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant too deep. Plants such as Microbiota Decussata grow best if they are fertilized once in the spring and again in early summer.

Because azaleas thrive in soil mulched with organic content, such as compost, employing the use of coffee-laden mulch is a worthwhile venture. Coffee grounds that have already gone through the brewing process are considered moderately to highly acidic.

If you do not have acid soil, soil tests may be necessary followed by ph adjustments. Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions. These leftover branches could eventually provide host for disease to enter your Dwarf Hinoki...

That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot. “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 rose.It...

We suggest when planting your newly purchased Dwarf Mugo Pine plants that you dig a hole twice as wide as the root system but not deeper. Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag.

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

It is a naturally occurring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants. Fall is the time for gardenias to begin preparing for dormancy. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause...

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.

A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well. Its rare for me to say this but if you are growing a long hedge of Euonymus Silver King it would be acceptable to use non-electric hedge shears.

A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well. Pruning large hollies like and older Sky Pencil Holly may be minor or major.

When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves. Water at the base of the plant near the soil line only. “Fertilizer burn” can occur when too much fertilizer is applied, resulting in a drying out of the roots and damage or even...

Many times, Euonymus that have not been pruned in a few years will develop dead or degenerative twigs. Golden Euonymus is an evergreen shrub with large, glossy, oval shaped leaves that are dark forest green and broadly edged in bright golden yellow.

Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags are very important considerations when choosing your holly fertilizer. A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, which will also minimize the likelihood...

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.

Elements such as Magnesium, Sulfur, Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum play very important roles in providing Rhododendron or elements needed, but not the minor elements.

If you can find a fertilizer formulated for shrubs and trees, this fertilizer would work well on Gold Dust Aucuba. As mentioned one spring application of a balanced fertilizer should more than suffice.

Euonymus Manhattan makes an excellent Privacy hedge. Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted. Pruning a specific plant to look a specific way, involves art in creating a unique definition for a specific plant,...

Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant. Screenings and hedges of camellias would need to be pruned for their specific purpose within the landscape.

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.

Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” I personally find pruning to be one of the most relaxing yet rewarding chores in the garden. There are many slow-release fertilizers on the market.

In most instances, camellias out-live the gardeners that planted them, and even though they are considered to be slow growing plants, they can become too large for specific areas of the garden.

Camellia Ack-Scent produces a nearly continuous display of pink, perfectly formed, double peony type flowers over an extended period from early to late season in our gardens. And most of its cultivars are considered to be winter hardy to USDA Zones 6-9.

Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements. Do not apply more fertilizer than is recommended on the label.

At the recommended rate this will give the plant a boost of nitrogen that will be needed for healthy abundant foliage. Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients.