Miscellaneous Evergreen Shrubs Shrubs For Sale In Austin

In order for camellias to give their maximum performance, certain fertilization requirements must be met. Prune limbs flush to the feeder branches without leaving nubs. Knives, hand cutters, saws, and shears should be sharpened if necessary before pruning...

Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots of Drops of Gold Holly to spread through the loose, nutrient rich soil, much easier than if you used solely the existing soil which more times than not will be hard and compacted.

Glossy, dark green foliage creates a handsome natural hedge. It would not be a bad idea to have a soil sample checked with your local Extension Service before applying fertilizer. Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. Proper fertilization of your Mahonia Winter Sun will lead to healthier and more disease resistant plants, as well as provide you with many more enjoyable blooms.

This is a good time to add to the root system. The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus. Although it is tempting to spend less time by not raking the mulch back during fertilization, the results will be less than desirable,...

Sometimes, the growth is taller and longer with less than desirable branching when Nitrogen is deficient. In order for Sarcococca hookeriana to give their maximum performance, certain fertilization requirements must be met.

Elements such as Magnesium, Sulfur, Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum play very important roles in providing laurels with adequate nutrition. As mentioned one spring application of a balanced fertilizer should more than suffice.

If over-fertilization is severe, the plant may just wilt and die. 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...

We highly recommend that you mulch your Thuja Whipcord with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your local availability. When selecting a fertilizer for your Little Giant Arborvitae, if soil Ph is not an issue a simple...

Provides unmatched winter interest due to its flowering in the early winter. In most instances, camellias out-live the gardeners that planted them, and even though they are considered to be slow growing plants, they can become too large for specific areas...

Sometimes, the growth is taller and longer with less than desirable branching when Nitrogen is deficient. Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions.

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. Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly what is included in the fertilizer.

The sweetbay magnolia is a small, semi-evergreen tree with large, creamy white flowers that bloom in early summer. Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” I find pruning to be one of the most relaxing yet rewarding chores...

Most of the water you put on the plant at first, will run away from the plant until the soil is soaked. Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant.

“Buddy” Lee is the Director of Plant Innovations at Plant Development Services, Inc. Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted. This will help maintain the acidic condition that azaleas thrive in.

Perfect for smaller gardens. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on. When you have selected your fertilizer and are ready to apply it, be sure to rake your mulch back to the drip line...

Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots of Soft Touch Holly to spread through the loose, nutrient rich soil, much easier than if you used solely the existing soil which more times than not will be hard and compacted.

After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Euonymus Greenspire a good deep watering. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on.

Clusters can be used at the ends of shrub borders or even in the middle to bring symmetry or vertical elements into the garden. If it is pruned every year, Christmas Jewel Holly will create a formal dark-green evergreen screen or box-shaped hedge, similar...

When shearing trim in one direction and then go back and trim the opposite way so that it's top line is smooth and has no dips. Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant.

If you choose to use chemical fertilizers on your Nandina Flirt, applying a slow-release, balanced fertilizer once a year in the spring is probably the simplest solution. As with chemical fertilizers, do not apply it right next to the trunk or stems emerging...

Plants that are deficient in Potassium, are usually growing more slowly than normal, have fewer flowers and seed, and are more susceptible to disease than plants with adequate levels of Potassium.

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

Sometimes, the growth is taller and longer with less than desirable branching when Nitrogen is deficient. Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions.

It's a great choice as a ground cover shrub, but it can also add vibrant color to hanging baskets, window boxes, and patio containers. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot.

There are many slow-release fertilizers on the market. An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. 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.

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. This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying...