Miscellaneous Evergreen Shrubs Evergreen Shrubs For Sale In Long Beach

Pruning should always be associated with re-invigorating a plant by allowing it to focus its energies on producing more vigorous branches, foliage, and flowers. Pruning a specific plant to look a specific way, involves art in creating a unique definition...

You'll want to water the bushes regularly after planting until they've been well established. Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success. We highly recommend that you mulch your Brass Buckles Holly with either a ground hardwood...

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

You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Camellia Kanjiro. 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 deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well. In general gardening terms, pruning is probably the most misunderstood gardening chore, and certainly, the chore that is most likely neglected.

A less expensive fast release fertilizer such as a 10-10-10 will work just as well if applied twice during the summer. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot.

Proper fertilization of your Dwarf Alberta Spruce will lead to healthier and more disease resistant plants, as well as provide you with many more enjoyable blooms. Pruning should always be associated with re-invigorating a plant by allowing it to focus...

During the second season following the severe pruning, the camellia should resume normal bud setting, and the plant should have healthier blooms because of the increased vigor in the plant.

If a plant is struggling due to a disease or root problems, the fertilizer will only add stress to it's life. Water at the base of the plant near the soil line only. The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus.

We love this product and use it on all plants we install in our own gardens. Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots of Gold Dust Aucuba to spread through the loose, nutrient rich soil, much easier than if you used solely the existing...

In choosing the basic type of fertilizer for your Dwarf Globe Blue Spruce, it is important to determine what you need your plant to do. A less expensive fast release fertilizer such as a 10-10-10 will work just as well if applied twice during the summer.

This is also a plant that will respond well to mulching with pine Needles (if available in your area). This will help maintain the acidic condition that azaleas thrive in. Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be...

When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves. Baby Blue Spruce is an evergreen that should be pruned in the late spring to maintain the shape and height of the plant.

Excellent results have been reported by visitors to this site after using composted manure. Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant.

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 camellia will have few if any bloom buds during the season following...

This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying it. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep.

Camellia April Dawn is part of the April Camellia Series developed to have improved winter cold hardiness and later bloom cycle than most other Camellia japonicas. It's one of the few Uses: Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed...

Water using the counting method for the first few weeks. A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole. Many times, camellias such as Camellia Hana Jiman that have not been pruned in a...

Dense, semi-weeping habit with glossy, dark green foliage makes for an exceptional plant. A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well.

Upright junipers such as Hollywood Juniper grow best if they are fertilized lightly in the spring once frost has passed with a well-balanced, extended-release, fertilizer such as espoma to provide the extra acid that junipers crave.

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.

Drought and deer resistant, evergreen, good for cutting. The Firethorn is wonderful for Christmas decorations. It is very tolerant of dry soil and loves sun but can be planted in partial sun, and ideal for foundation plantings hedges when placed 3-4 feet...

If a plant is struggling due to a disease or root problems, the fertilizer will only add stress to it's life. Removing the dead and dying limbs will minimize the possibility of diseases such as “die back” and will also allow the plant to re-concentrate...

Many times, camellias that have not been pruned in a few years will develop dead or degenerative twigs. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep.

A very large shrub azalea in the ground will take 2 – 3 cups spread around the drip line of the branches (not next to the trunk). The most important reason for pruning Azaleas is to improve the overall health of the plant which in turn will reward you...

Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success. Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions. Elements such as Magnesium, Sulfur, Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum play...

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.