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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 second and third number. Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly...

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.

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.

After stating this with much certainty, I hasten to add that it is virtually impossible to turn a hydrangea blue for any length of time if it is planted in soil with no aluminum and that is highly alkaline (chalky).

Most of the water you put on the plant at first will run away from the plant until the soil is soaked. Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted.

It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot. Large hydrangeas that have been severely pruned have the advantage of a large root system that has excessive capacity, and its roots are capable of supplying...

Slow-release fertilizer can help prevent rapid sucker growth that is vulnerable to diseases and insects. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot.

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. It is also important to understand the specific growing characteristic of a certain hydrangeas when...

Try to cure the problem before adding fertilizer. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the...

Clethra Ruby Spice produces fragrant spikes of small rich rose-pink flowers stand above glossy green foliage and attract butterflies in summer. Severe pruning should be done just after the plant has finished blooming.

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 plant nutrition.

If a plant is struggling due to a disease or root problems, the fertilizer will only add stress to it's life. After stating this with much certainty, I hasten to add that it is virtually impossible to turn a hydrangea blue for any length of time if it...

When selecting a fertilizer for your Ilex Glabra Densa, if soil Ph is not an issue a simple balanced fertilizer can be used such as Either chemical fertilizers or organic matter can be used successfully.

Another reason for pruning hydrangeas such as Let's Dance Starlight Hydrangea is to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape. Another method for lowering the pH is to add organic matter to the soil such as coffee grounds, fruit and vegetable...

Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly what is included in the fertilizer. A less expensive fast release fertilizer such as a 10-10-10 will work just as well if applied twice during the summer.

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 second and third number. Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly...

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.

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 Kalmia Latifolia Elf with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your local...

When looking at most fertilizers, they are described by three numbers on the bag. Gardeners should apply a 2- to 3-inch layer of compost onto the soil surrounding the Leucothoe Scarletta plant without pressing it against stems.

Pistachio Hydrangea is hydrangea that should be pruned in the late winter to encourage new growth which will promote new blooms. Fall is the time for hydrangeas to begin preparing for dormancy.

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.

We highly recommend that you mulch your Clethra Sixteen Candles with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your local availability. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause...

When fertilizing hydrangeas in pots, be careful to apply a fertilizer that will not burn the roots (such as a slow release or a liquid fertilizer). It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning hydrangeas or any plant for that matter.

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.

Try to cure the problem before adding fertilizer. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the...

In choosing the basic type of fertilizer to suit your Physocarpus Tiny Wine, it is important to determine what you need your Physocarpus to do. Although it is tempting to spend less time by not raking the mulch back during fertilization, the results will...

A general rule of thumb is to count to 5 for every one gallon of pot size. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on.