Native Shrubs Flowering Shrubs For Sale In Wichita

Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients. If your plants are well established, and you are not concerned about more growth, choose a fertilizer that has a smaller first number, and a larger...

There are two schools of thought for pruning to enhance the berries. The next method involves rejuvenating the entire shrub every 3 years or so by removing all of the branches to within 8″ of the ground.

Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags are very important considerations when choosing your perfect fertilizer. Excellent results have been reported by visitors to this site after using composted...

It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning Witch Hazel or any plant for that matter. 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...

Plants that are deficient in Nitrogen are usually not growing vigorously, and sometimes exhibit pale colored foliage. A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, which will also minimize the likelihood of disease investing a cut during pruning.

A general rule of thumb is to count to 5 for every one gallon of pot size. Since an organic method of applying manure and/or compost around the roots, produces excellent results and also improves the condition of the soil, this would be an excellent first...

Most of the water you put on the plant at first will run away from the plant until the soil is soaked. Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced compost or topsoil to the back-fill soil.

Another reason for pruning Physocarpus such as Physocarpus Tiny Wine is to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape. Its general purpose is to maintain or restore vigor to the plant.

Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” I find pruning to be one of the most relaxing yet rewarding chores in the garden. Most of the water you put on the plant at first will run away from the plant until the soil is soaked.

“Fertilizer burn” can occur when too much fertilizer is applied, resulting in a drying out of the roots and damage or even death of the Yucca. Uses: Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed border, mass planting, or a hedge.

If a Double Play Artisan Spirea is being trained as an hedge, it would need to be pruned differently than if it were being grown as a specimen form. Any type of mulch will do but cypress or hardwood mulch will be of a higher quality and provide better...

You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Hydrangeas. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the soil, and be sure to water the plant thoroughly after the application.

) was rediscovered on the small Japanese island of Yakushima. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep. Then remove lateral branches on the bottom half of the tree.

Winter Red Winterberry Holly brightens the winter landscape. In addition to providing attractive green foliage during the growing season, this beloved, low-maintenance shrub produces red berries in late summer that attract birds through the winter months.

Is probably the most misunderstood gardening chore, and certainly, the chore that is most likely neglected. This enables the plant to increase its vigor, and become healthier. If chemical fertilizers are used on your Lilac Madame Lemoine, applying a slow-release,...

Beautiful foliage and upright growth habit make this mahonia a strong focal point in any garden. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Mahonia Winter Sun a good deep watering.

Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose. You'll want to plant this abelia anywhere you spend time. Screenings and hedges of abelia would need to be pruned for their specific purpose...

Slow-release fertilizer can help prevent rapid sucker growth that is vulnerable to diseases and insects. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep.

Since an organic method of applying manure and/or compost around the roots, produces excellent results and also improves the condition of the soil, this would be an excellent first line of attack.

A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, which will also minimize the likelihood of disease investing a cut during pruning. Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after.

It is generally recommended to not use power equipment such as gas hedgers to prune Butterfly Bushes as this does more harm than good. Many times, gardeners inherit a wealth of Butterfly Bushes in their gardens when they purchase a previously owned residence.

Additional features of interest include compact, upright-mounded shape, free branching habit and strong stems which hold the panicles upright with no drooping. Specific plant objectives require specific pruning techniques.

They are surprising (in a good way!) in a sunny row to line a pathway, as specimen plants in a perennial border and even as the thriller in a container. Plant it with Nikko Blue hydrangeas and Silver Carpet Snow-in-summer for a fresh riff on a classic...

Also, plants with insufficient amounts of Phosphorus may have poorer root systems. Organic additions to the soil can also be combined with a shot of chemical fertilizer for maximum effect.

We do not recommend using straight topsoil or compost as a back-fill soil because more times than not these products will retain entirely to much moisture and will cause the root system to rot.

We suggest when planting your newly purchased Camellia Hana Jiman plants that you dig a hole twice as wide as the root system but not deeper. In many instances, camellias that have been neglected for a number of years will become infested with insects...

Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced compost or topsoil to the back-fill soil. As mentioned when to prune your Variegated Yellow Twig Dogwood is completely up to the gardener.