Evergreen Shrub Diseases

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. Although it is tempting to spend less time by not raking the mulch back during fertilization,...

It prefers a rich moist to well-drained soil, but will tolerate sandy locations and clay if the drainage is adequate. Water using the counting method for the first few weeks. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element...

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After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost, give the Microbiota Decussata a good deep watering. Microbiota Decussata was discovered in 1923, but because of political secrecy in the Soviet Union, there was no knowledge...

Water at the base of the plant near the soil line only. Removing the dead and dying limbs will minimize the possibility of diseases such as “die back” and will also allow the plant to re-concentrate its energies and produce many more foliage.

Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after. Little pruning is needed other than the occasional removal of dead or broken branches. Plants that are deficient in Nitrogen are usually not growing vigorously, and sometimes...

It is a naturally occurring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants. 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.

Dwarf Mugo Pine is a slow-growing compact shrubby pine that adds a unique look and texture in the landscape. Dwarf Mugo Pine generally do well in acidic soils with ph readings from 5.5 to 6.8. If the ph of your soil is not correct, it may affect the ability...

Pruning should always be associated with re-invigorating a plant by allowing it to focus its energies on producing more vigorous branches, foliage, and flowers. Another reason for pruning Fernspray Hinoki Cypress is to re-define the plant's definition...

Proper fertilization of your Frostproof Gardenia will lead to healthier and more disease resistant plants, as well as provide you with many more enjoyable blooms. Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth.

Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots of Euonymus Greenspire to spread through the loose, nutrient rich soil, much easier than if you used solely the existing soil which more times than not will be hard and compacted.

A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, which will also minimize the likelihood of disease entering a cut during pruning. Water using the counting method for the first few weeks.

A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, which will also minimize the likelihood of disease investing a cut during pruning. Most of the water you put on the plant at first will run away from the plant until the soil is soaked.

For a totally organic approach, many gardeners use commercial manure on the soil around trees such as Weeping Blue Spruce. If your plants are well established, and you are not concerned about more growth, choose a fertilizer that has a smaller first number,...

If you are a beginner at growing plants Golden Euonymus is easy to grow however it may be helpful to know that a very small plant which is planted in the ground will take about 1/8 – 1/4 cup of fertilizer.

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 and will cause the root system to rot.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole. If you can find a fertilizer formulated for shrubs and trees, this fertilizer would...

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. Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients.

It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants. Knives, hand cutters, saws, and shears should be sharpened if necessary before pruning any plants.

Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags are very important considerations when choosing your fertilizer. We love this product and use it on all plants we install in our own gardens.

Another reason for pruning camellias is to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape. For example, a 4-8-8 fertilizer with minor elements included would be a good choice for well established camellias.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. However, slow-release is certainly not the only way to fertilize shrubs such as DHorstmans Silberlocke Korean Fir although truth be told I feel its the best.

Plants that are deficient in Nitrogen are usually not growing vigorously, and sometimes exhibit pale colored foliage. A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole.

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. It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. If you do not have acid soil, soil tests may be necessary followed by ph adjustments. Camellia Ack-Scent produces a nearly continuous display of pink, perfectly formed, double peony type flowers...

For example a one gallon pot of Camellia Hana Jiman would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on. Large camellias that have been severely pruned have the advantage of a large root system that has excessive capacity, and...

These leftover branches could eventually provide host for disease to enter your camellias. Slow-release fertilizer can help prevent rapid sucker growth that is vulnerable to diseases and insects.