Native Shrubs Flowering Shrubs For Sale In Portland

Large Itea Henry's Garnet 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.

A very large established Hollies in the ground will take 2 – 3 cups of spread around the drip line of the branches (not next to the trunk). This is not to be rushed. The main reason for pruning laurels such as Ilex Glabra Densa is to re-define the plant's...

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. Azalea Tri-Lights commonly known as Deciduous Azalea are closely related to our native azaleas. Also, plants with insufficient amounts of Phosphorus may have poorer root systems.

Pruning large mahonias may be minor or major. In many instances, mahonia that have been neglected for a number of years will become infested with insects such as scale. Many times, gardeners inherit a wealth of shrubs in their gardens when they purchase...

Fall is the time for shrubs to begin preparing for dormancy. If a plant is struggling due to a disease or root problems, the fertilizer will only add stress to it's life. Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after.

When looking at most fertilizers, they are described by three numbers on the bag. An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients.

Nandina domestica is very 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 fertilizer.

There are many slow-release fertilizers on the market. 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 hydrangea nutrition.

Winter Gold Winterberry Holly is a deciduous female holly that produces ornamental pink-orange berries that persist well into winter, changing to golden yellow and providing wonderful winter interest on otherwise bare stems.

Large viburnums 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.

Stephen Krebs describes Viburnum Popcorn as having “real flower power, for after peak bloom, a heavy rain knocked most of the flowers off and we were standing ankle deep in petals.” He also noted that it is not fully sterile and fruit set is sparse.

As with chemical fertilizers, do not apply it right next to the trunk or stems emerging from the ground. This is not to be rushed. A less expensive fast release fertilizer such as a 10-10-10 will work just as well if applied twice during the summer.

Extremely attractive when used in the mixed border, mass planting, or part of a perennial garden. Smaller varieties such as Princess Holly Ann Crape Myrtle tend to develop sucker growth, or small shoots at the base of the trunk.

Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots of Little Princess Spirea 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.

Have a good supply at this time,single sale or in lots of 5..these are beautiful shrubs or used just for wildlife! Privets are 5.00 each,clusters of white fragrant flowers in spring and early summer then turning to a dark color fruit in fall that the...

Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements. We do not recommend using straight topsoil or compost as a back-fill soil because more times than not these products will retain entirely...

The birds will reap the benefits of the fruit which is formed from the flowers. 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 first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the plant. Can be used to help aid in this process and also provide plants with a good soaking due to the slow release of the...

If you choose to use chemical fertilizers on your Nandina domestica, applying a slow-release, balanced fertilizer once a year in the spring is probably the simplest solution. Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally...

Fall is the time for Buddleias to begin preparing for dormancy. If your Buddleia Lo and Behold Blue Chip Jr plants are well established, and you are not concerned about more growth, choose a fertilizer that has a smaller first number, and a larger second...

Unlike the other “older” heavenly bamboos, it is bushy and compact, reaching only 2.5 to 3 feet high. Gulfstream Nandina should be pruned in the late winter to encourage new growth.

Be careful with products such as miracle-grow as these products can burn newly planted plants when not used at the recommended rates. Other gardeners decry this method as “crape murder” and adopt a less aggressive approach that conforms more to the...

Excellent in containers. 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. Ligustrum Recurvifolium favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization.

We have some of the best Dendrons around! I will dig or cut any of your choice. If you have any complications after planting we will replace your shrub free of cost! We have the cheapest prices and the healthiest stock.

When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves. You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Golden Spirit Smoke Tree. Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted.

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 of the plant to be pruned.

In early June, 1-2'' reddish brown flowers appear on the Spicy Sweet Shrub. Cold hardy 20°-25° below zero. Grows 6-8' tall. In autumn the leaves turn golden yellow. We send well-rooted 1-2' shrubs.