Evergreens For Privacy

Simply mix the recommended amount of Bio-tone into the back fill soil and water in generously when back filled. Trim when needed but we do suggest waiting until after the initial flush of soft spring growth however it can be pruned in late winter before...

In the South, a late summer into September application would be about right. Plants such as Euonymus Greenspire grow best if they are fertilized once in the spring and again in early summer.

Eastern White Pine is hardy to Zone 3. Any type of will do but cypress or hardwood mulch will be of a higher quality and provide better nutrition overall as they breakdown. The Eastern White Pine is an evergreen tree best used in landscapes with ample...

Nellie Stevens Holly are moderately drought tolerant, however they grow very slow without adequate water. Since Nellie Stevens Holly have a shallow root system, weeds and grass growing around the tree will cause the tree to grow much slower until established.

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 Spruce nutrition.

Espoma products are easy to use, just sprinkle around the base of the plant and water it in. The Golden Euonymus gives a stunning effect when massed or planted in a row. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that...

It is generally recommended to not use power equipment such as gas hedgers to prune hollies as this does more harm than good. When pruning large hollies, pruning can be a general shaping or shearing of the plants or it can be a severe pruning that significantly...

Since Leyland Cypress have a shallow root system, weeds and grass growing around the tree will cause the tree to grow much slower until established. Leyland Cypress Trees are a fast growing conifer averaging three or more feet per year.

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

(Use less fertilizer for Hollies grown in pots on the patio.) “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 holly.It is much, much better to err on the side...

Since Carolina Sapphire Cypress have a shallow root system, weeds and grass growing around the tree will cause the tree to grow much slower until established. The cultivar Carolina Sapphire was developed at Clemson University in 1968.

The Norway spruce is a sturdy evergreen often used as a decorative tree, windbreak, or as a privacy screen in larger landscapes. You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Baby Blue Spruce.

It is much, much better to err on the side of too little fertilizer than too much. Fall is the time for Gold Dust Aucuba to begin preparing for dormancy. An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8.

Euonymus Manhattan is shrub that should be pruned in the late spring through summer to encourage new thicker growth and control height. Proper fertilization of your Euonymus Manhattan will lead to healthier and more disease resistant plants, as well as...

We highly recommend that you mulch your plants with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your local availability. It grows well in a variety of soils, but prefers good drainage.

American Holly are moderately drought tolerant, however they grow very slow without adequate water. Since American Holly have a relativley shallow root system, weeds and grass growing around the tree will cause the tree to grow much slower until established.

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. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the soil, and...

Hollywood Juniper is an upright, medium-size evergreen with erect branches that have an appealing rustic appearance. Fertilize Hollywood Juniper again in late summer to mid-fall. Since an organic method of applying manure and/or compost around the roots,...

The dead and broken branches count toward the total 20 percent, and other branches should be chosen carefully so you don't disrupt the shape or leave gaping holes that allow you to see into the inner dead zone.

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. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the soil, and...

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. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the soil, and...

This “ever golden” compact privacy tree grows quickly into a stunning display of gold-yellow foliage that will not shed or turn brown in the heat. If you do decide to hedge this tree, make sure that when you trim, the bottom of the tree is wider than...

Always consult your Extension Service and your local nursery experts as to specific recommendations of fertilizers for your area. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements.

Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant. This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying it.

Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant. This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying it.

After establishment and during the following years we recommend used at the recommended rates. Foster Holly is hardy to Zone 6. It is a pyramidal tree, which can reach up to 20 feet tall and up to 15 feet wide at the base which makes it good for tall...

Loosely tie the tree with several twist ties to allow for growth. Arborvitae Degroot's Spire are fairly drought tolerant, however they grow very slow without adequate water. This will protect the trunk of the tree from being damaged by the tie wire.