Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag. Nandina Lemon Lime favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization that is why we recommend an Organic fertilizer which tends to release nutrients over a longer period.
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. We suggest when planting your newly purchased Golden Spirit Smoke Tree plants that you dig a hole twice as wide as the root...
For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on. The first method of pruning is to remove 1/3 of the shrub each spring to eliminate the oldest branches as it is the newer stems that display the...
If a Pieris is being trained as a hedge, it would need to be pruned differently than if it were being grown as a tree form. Another reason for pruning Pieris such as Pieris Valley Rose can be to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape.
Large camellias that have been severely pruned have the advantage of a large root system that has excessive capacity, and its roots are capable of supplying all of its energies to a smaller number of branches and foliage.
This is not to be rushed. A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well. In many instances, camellias that have been neglected for a number of years will become infested with insects such...
Also these plants do not grow well in heavy clay soils. This plant attracts butterflies and makes a great hedge around foundations. The flowers bloom on the previous season's growth, so you must wait to prune until blooms expire to avoid cutting off the...
Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose. Its general purpose is to maintain or restore vigor to the plant. Even a change in humidity can cause plants to drop buds.
If chemical fertilizers are used on your Calycanthus Aphrodite, applying a slow-release, balanced fertilizer once a year is probably the simplest solution. Proper fertilization of your Calycanthus Aphrodite will lead to healthier and more disease resistant...
Any type of mulch will do but cypress or hardwood mulch will be of a higher quality and provide better nutrition overall as they breakdown. Gulfstream Nandina is one of the best compact shrubs for year-round foliage interest.
It flowers on the previous season's growth, so prune to shape soon after it flowers and before it sets buds for next year. It also looks beautiful near the edge of a pond. Wherever it goes it will be a crowd pleaser.
Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted. 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...
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. Water using the counting method for the first few weeks.
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. Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags are very important considerations...
Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions. Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose.
There will be no berries on this shrub, however you will see lots of small white flowers. The Southern Gentleman Holly is a tall male winterberry that is used to pollinate female winterberry plants.
It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot. Flowers give way to round seed capsules which often persist well into winter. Some gardeners like to lop off all stems at a uniform height each year,...
Add beauty to the garden with vibrant purple blooms that begin in late spring and continue throughout the summer months. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements.
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 its energies and produce many more foliage.
Screenings and hedges of hydrangeas would need to be pruned for their specific purpose within the landscape. Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose.
Adams Needle Yuccas are hardier than they appear. The remarkable 6' spikes of white tulip shaped flowers in late June last for more than an month. Butterflies and hummingbirds love them.
The amount of chemical fertilizer used per plant will vary with the size of the plant and it's root system. We highly recommend that you mulch your Tiny Tuff Stuff Hydrangea with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your...
Be sure that these fertilizers have minor elements as well. Water using the counting method for the first few weeks. If your spirea are younger plants, and you want them to concentrate their energies on growing for a few years, you may wish to choose...
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. Other gardeners decry this method as heresy and adopt a less aggressive approach that conforms more to the natural size and...
Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly what is included in the fertilizer. If severe, pruning is necessary, it must be realized that the plant will shift its focus in the short-run from setting flower buds...
Also, plants with insufficient amounts of Phosphorus may have poorer root systems. A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well.
Grows 6-8' tall. In early June, 1-2'' reddish brown flowers appear on the Spicy Sweet Shrub. Blooms last for 3-4 weeks and have a spicy strawberry, banana-pineapple fragrance that peaks in late afternoon and early evening when flowers are fully open.
