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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). After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Golden Euonymus a good deep watering.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. The most important reason for pruning Weeping Blue Spruce is to improve the overall health of the plant which in turn will reward you with a flush of new growth.

These leftover branches could eventually provide host for disease to enter your mahonia. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the plant.

Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant. 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 with mulch.

A general rule of thumb is to count to 5 for every one gallon of pot size. 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...

In the fall it turns a soft lavender-purple. Spreads to form a dense mat 4-5' wide and only 4-6'' high. Thrives in full sun or partial shade in any well-drained soil, very drought resistant! Plant 3' apart in staggered rows.

Sarcococca hookeriana are one of the easiest to grow and one of the most underused ornamentals available today. Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients.

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For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on. Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag.

These leftover branches could eventually provide host for disease to enter your Dwarf Mugo Pine. 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 root-zone of the plant.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. The most important reason for pruning Ilex Glabra Nordic is to improve the overall health of the plant which in turn will reward you with a flush of new growth.

An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the arborvitae.

When selecting a fertilizer for your Leucothoe Scarletta, use a balanced fertilizer blended specifically for shrubs such as Espoma once a year to maintain a “sour” environment for your azaleas.

It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning Silver King Euonymus or any plant for that matter. Don't fertilize Silver King Euonymus after August. These observations should give you a good idea of how the plant tends to grow, and also how and...

For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on. A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole.

The Wintergreen Boxwood is one of few exceptions, at least when planted in those regions where it is known to be hardy. Do not hard prune any area where you want to achieve leaf growth, as they may not respond for a few years.

Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced compost or topsoil to the back-fill soil. Fall is the time for cherry laurels to begin preparing for dormancy.

Fernspray Hinoki Cypress plants 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 of your cypress to absorb the fertilizer that is applied.

One male plant will pollinate up to five female plants. Evergreen, deer resistant, good for cutting. Looks best if trimmed to a compact 4-6 feet. Untrimmed, grows 6-8 feet at maturity.

However, slow-release is certainly not the only way to fertilize nandinas such as Nandina Lemon Lime although truth be told I feel its the best. Water at the base of the plant near the soil line only.

A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, which will also minimize the likelihood of disease investing a cut during pruning. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within...

Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success. Fall is the time for Euonymus to begin preparing for dormancy. In general gardening terms, pruning is probably the most misunderstood gardening chore, and certainly, the chore that...

The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep especially on Azaleas. Autumn Twist Encore Azalea is very easy to grow however it may be helpful to know that a very small plant which is planted in the ground...

Most of the water you put on the plant at first will run away from the plant until the soil is soaked. As mentioned one spring application of a balanced fertilizer should more than suffice.

That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot. Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success. Autumn Coral Encore Azalea is very easy to grow however it may be helpful...

In addition, coffee grounds may help suppress fungal plant diseases, according to the Washington State University Puyallup Research & Extension. Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant.

Mulch not only stops weeds and grass, it will hold soil moisture and maintain a lower more even soil temperature, stimulating more aggressive root growth. Mulching will improve your growth three fold.