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A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole. Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag.

Be careful with products such as miracle-grow as these products can burn newly planted plants when not used at the recommended rates. The next method involves rejuvenating the entire shrub every 3 years or so by removing all of the branches to within...

When pruning established Kalmia latifolias where no labeling is present on a variety to identify it, you need to look at the general growth patterns of the plant to be pruned. Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions.

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. The amount of chemical fertilizer used per plant will vary with the size of the plant and it's root...

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. More northern areas may wish to fertilize only once in June or July.

If a hydrangea 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 hydrangeas such as Munchkin Oakleaf Hydrangea is to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape.

The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep. That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot.

The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep. This deciduous shrub is known for its brilliant summer display of cheery pink blooms,...

A general rule of thumb is to count to 5 for every one gallon of pot size. If you are looking for a fertilizing routine tailored to your specific conditions, a soil sample should be taken and the fertilizer and trace elements matched to the needs of your...

Starter fertilizer is the best product to use at the time of planting. It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants. This is definitely one plant that has value for bird lovers in all zones that it grows.

The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep. This deciduous shrub is known for its brilliant summer display of cheery pink blooms,...

Panicles may be cut for fresh arrangements or for drying, or may be left on the plant where they will persist well into winter. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep.

The amount of chemical fertilizer used per plant will vary with the size of the plant and it's root system. In a pot, it will be much easier to control the requirements for bluing.

We highly recommend that you mulch your Itea Little Henry with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your local availability. If severe, pruning is necessary, it must be realized that the plant will shift its focus in the...

The choice of fertilzer will also affect the color change. Another reason for pruning hydrangeas such as Let's Dance Moonlight Hydrangea is to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape.

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. Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed border, mass planting, or a specimen planting.

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. Espoma products are easy to use, just sprinkle around the base of the plant and water it in.

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.

Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted. If an Itea Henry's Garnet is being trained as a hedge , it would need to be pruned differently than if it were being grown as a shrub form.

You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Mahonia Winter Sun. In some instances where the required pruning would be drastic, the pruning may be done towards the end of summer even if the plant has not finished blooming.

Most of the water you put on the plant at first will run away from the plant until the soil is soaked. There are many slow-release fertilizers on the market. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be...

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.

If a plant is struggling due to a disease or root problems, the fertilizer will only add stress to it's life. Specific plant objectives require specific pruning techniques. The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus.

Slow-release fertilizer can help prevent rapid sucker growth that is vulnerable to diseases and insects. The flush of growth that ensues will be a multitude of fragrant blooms. The next method involves rejuvenating the entire shrub every 3 years or so...

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. Blooms on this super-hardy and easy to grow hydrangea are produced on new wood, which means that you...

There are two schools of thought for pruning to enhance the berries. We highly recommend that you mulch your Aronia Autumn Magic with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your local availability.

Ilex Glabra Shamrock is one of the best selections of our native Inkberry holly. Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after. Although it is tempting to spend less time by not raking the mulch back during fertilization,...