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Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly what is included in the fertilizer. Little pruning is needed other than the occasional removal of dead or broken runners.

If severe, pruning is necessary, it must be realized that the plant will shift its focus in the short-run from setting flower buds to growing vigorously, and it is very likely that the Euonymus Moonshadow will have few if any bloom buds during the season...

The hands down favorite rosemary of top chefs worldwide is Tuscan Blue (Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Tuscan Blue'). Nature Hills sells top grade Tuscan Blue that you can grow in your warm summer garden or on your kitchen windowsill.

Adding compost or topsoil will help the young roots to spread through the loose, nutrient rich soil, much easier than if you used solely the existing soil. Plants such as Microbiota Decussata grow best if they are fertilized once in the spring and again...

Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand the winter. Good soil drainage is essential (plants do not like “wet feet”). This will help maintain the acidic condition that azaleas thrive in.

Prune in spring after flowering to maintain attractive shape. Slow-release fertilizer can help prevent rapid sucker growth that is vulnerable to diseases and insects. Can be used to help aid in this process and also provide plants with a good soaking...

We like to tell folks that when watering Cryptomeria globosa nana or any plant for that matter its best not to water the foliage 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...

Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the plant.

Be sure that these fertilizers have minor elements as well. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the plant.

In choosing the basic type of fertilizer for your Frostproof Gardenia, it is important to determine what you want your gardenias to do. A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole.

Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under average home landscape conditions.

Specific plant objectives require specific pruning techniques. It is also important to understand the specific growing characteristic of a certain Euonymus when pruning that particular plant.

Specific plant objectives require specific pruning techniques. It is also important to understand the specific growing characteristic of a certain hollies when pruning that particular plant.

As mentioned one spring application of a balanced fertilizer should more than suffice. 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.

A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole. More northern areas may wish to fertilize only once in June or July.

Uses: Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed border, foundation planting, or a specimen planting. When selecting a fertilizer for your Soft Touch Holly, if soil Ph is not an issue a simple balanced fertilizer can be used such as...

The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus. You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Cherry Laurel Otto Luyken. Although it is tempting to spend less time by not raking the mulch back during fertilization,...

Rhododendron Fantastica is a robust, small, spreading evergreen Rhododendron with dark leaves, and large clusters of wavy-edged, bell-shaped pale pink flowers, shading to a white throat and outlined with deep pink, borne in late spring.

It is generally recommended to not use power equipment such as gas hedgers to prune Gold Dust Aucuba or any plant in my opinion. You'll want to water the bushes regularly after planting until they've been well established.

It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning Euonymus Manhattan or any plant for that matter. Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients.

In recent years, a misconception has emerged that older camellias do not need to be fertilized. For example, certain camellia varieties such as ‘Seafoam' are extremely vigorous growers, and should not be pruned to maintain the plant as small shrub.

The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus. You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Horstmans Silberlocke Korean Fir. Although it is tempting to spend less time by not raking the mulch back during fertilization,...

Sometimes, the growth is taller and longer with less than desirable branching when Nitrogen is deficient. 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 good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole. Generally, an application sometime during the first part of March, followed by a second application during the first part of May, and a final...

In choosing the basic type of fertilizer for your Camellia Ack-Scent, it is important to determine what you need your camellias to do. Sometimes, the growth is taller and longer with less than desirable branching when Nitrogen is deficient.

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. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary...

Plants that are deficient in Nitrogen are usually not growing vigorously, and sometimes exhibit pale colored foliage. It is generally recommended to not use power equipment such as gas hedgers to prune camellias.