Flowering Evergreen Shrubs Zone 7

Perfect low hedge for walkways, in dappled sunlight to shaded exposures. Skimmia japonica 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 espoma organic tree-tone...

Don't fertilize Gumpo Pink Azalea after August in the North. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot. Over-fertilization can be much more detrimental than under-fertilization especially on azaleas.

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. Pieris Katsura will continue to push new, richly colored foliage all summer long.

When looking at most fertilizers, they are described by three numbers on the bag. With its evergreen foliage, distylium blue cascade creates a flow of green in the garden all year long.

Another reason for pruning Pieris such as Pieris Flaming Silver can be to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape. Many times, gardeners inherit a wealth of shrubs in their gardens when they purchase a previously owned residence.

It is generally recommended to not use power equipment such as gas hedgers to prune Sarcococca hookeriana. It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants.

It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning Osmanthus Goshiki or any plant for that matter. You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Osmanthus Goshiki. Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally...

Birds seek the berries out for food in the winter. Elements such as Magnesium, Sulfur, Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum play very important roles in providing plants with adequate nutrition.

It makes a fine informal hedge or can be used as a foundation planting. Older leaves range from blue-green to gold and red. Gulfstream Nandina favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization that is why we recommend an Organic fertilizer which tends...

The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep. Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” I personally find pruning to be one of the most relaxing yet rewarding chores in the garden.

Can also be used as a bright centerpiece in containers. Elements such as Magnesium, Sulfur, Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum play very important roles in providing plants with adequate nutrition.

Camellias are one of the slowest growing and yet one of the most desirable ornamentals available today. Its semi-double blossoms emerge in September and last through January. Espoma products are easy to use, just sprinkle around the base of the plant...

Red fruits pruduced in fall are attractive from into the winter. Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after. Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” I personally find pruning to be...

When looking at most fertilizers, they are described by three numbers on the bag. We suggest when planting your newly purchased Blush Pink Nandina plants that you dig a hole twice as wide as the root system but not deeper.

Nandina Lemon Lime benefits from an fertilizer which can help raise the nutrient level of the soil such as by Espoma. When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves.

Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag. As mentioned one spring application of a balanced fertilizer should more than suffice. Proper fertilization of your Nandina Flirt will lead to healthier and more disease resistant...

He is active in numerous organizations, including the , the International Plant Propagators Society, and the Louisiana Nursery and Landscape Association. Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags...

Knives, hand cutters, saws, and shears should be sharpened if necessary before pruning any roses. After flowering, new shoots appear and develop additional flower buds, resulting in both a summer (late July) and a fall bloom (sometimes to frost).

Either chemical fertilizers or organic matter can be used successfully. Most of the water you put on the plant at first will run away from the plant until the soil is soaked. However, if pH has risen, the grounds help decrease that number.

An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. Sometimes, the growth is taller and longer with less than desirable branching when Nitrogen is deficient. However, soil pH has a tendency to change because cultural conditions change daily.

It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning Rhododendron or any plant for that matter. You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Rhododendron. It is a naturally occurring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots...

No matter what fertilizer you choose, “Always Read the Label”. For example, certain camellia varieties such as ‘Seafoam' are extremely vigorous growers, and should not be pruned to maintain the plant as small shrub.

Although it is tempting to spend less time by not raking the mulch back during fertilization, the results will be less than desirable, if the fertilizer is applied on top of the mulch.

Camellia Hana Jiman produces large, fragrant, semi-double white flowers edged with rose-pink bloom in the fall against deep evergreen foliage. Plants that are deficient in Nitrogen are usually not growing vigorously, and sometimes exhibit pale colored...

If your camellias are younger plants, and you want them to concentrate their energies on growing for a few years, you may wish to choose a fertilizer that has a higher first number such as 12-4-8 or 10-10-10.

No matter what fertilizer you choose, “Always Read the Label”. For example, certain camellia varieties such as ‘Seafoam' are extremely vigorous growers, and should not be pruned to maintain the plant as small shrub.

Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” 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...