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Pruning large camellias that are well established will enable the plant to have continued vigor, and lead to many more years of supplying beauty to the landscape. This is not to be rushed.

When fertilizing Pieris in pots, be careful to apply a fertilizer that will not burn the roots (such as a slow release or a liquid fertilizer). It is also important to understand the specific growing characteristic of a certain Pieris when pruning that...

Uses: Extremely attractive when used as in the mixed border, foundations, or privacy screen. Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag. Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced...

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. The amount of chemical fertilizer used per plant will vary with the size of the plant and it's root system.

Proper fertilization of your Dwarf Hinoki Cypress will lead to healthier and more disease resistant plants, as well as provide you with many more enjoyable blooms. If your cypress are younger plants, and you want them to concentrate their energies on...

Sometimes, the growth is taller and longer with less than desirable branching when Nitrogen is deficient. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus. When we specifically look at pruning with regards to laurels, this misunderstanding and negligence can be magnified.

Dwarf Globe Blue Spruce favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Dwarf Globe Blue Spruce a good deep watering.

However, “the Environmental Protection Agency suggests adding no more than 25 percent volume coffee grounds” to compost, notes Purdue University Extension Horticulturist B. We like to tell folks that when watering Azalea's or any plant for that matter...

Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the soil, and be sure to water the plant thoroughly after the application. A 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch is sufficient but remember to take care not to cover any part of the stem...

Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the plant.

Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted. 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...

Since an organic method of applying manure and/or compost around the roots, produces excellent results and also improves the condition of the soil, this would be an excellent first line of attack.

Screenings and hedges of gardenias would need to be pruned for their specific purpose within the landscape. That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot.

It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants. Commercial manure or compost can be applied yearly around the base of the azaleas. A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was...

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.

It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot. However, in some instances, this severe pruning could be even more drastic. Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” Pruning...

Follow any hard pruning and shaping of boxwoods with a dose of fertilizer and a light layer of mulch. This is not to be rushed. Can be used to help aid in this process and also provide plants with a good soaking due to the slow release of the water into...

The most important reason for pruning Azaleas is to improve the overall health of the plant which in turn will reward you with a flush of new growth. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot.

Plants such as Ilex Glabra Densa grow best if they are fertilized once in the spring and again in early summer. Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success.

Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted. 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...

Growth will be dense to the ground. Specific plant objectives require specific pruning techniques. 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...

Sky Pencil Holly is perfect for entryways, small gardens, tight spaces, accents, or as a narrow hedge due to its compact shape of only 1½' wide and 8' tall. No Trimming Required! Sky Pencil Holly has lustrous green leaves all year round! Introduced in...

Caryopteris Dark Knight is a compact, mounding shrub with dense, fragrant, silver-gray foliage and deep purplish blue flowers over a long blooming season starting in late summer. Use en masse to create a wonderful border for perennial beds, or along walks...

“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 is much, much better to err on the side of too little fertilizer than too much.

Also, plants with insufficient amounts of Phosphorus may have poorer root systems. One would have to be very diligent in keeping the soil properly conditioned as stated above. Add aluminum sulfate to the soil to encourage blue flower color.

No matter what fertilizer you choose, “Always Read the Label”. The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus. When we specifically look at pruning with regards to camellias, this misunderstanding and negligence can be...