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Pruning large hydrangeas may be minor or major. Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand the winter. Although these hydrangeas may have been lovingly cared for by the previous owner, it may be necessary to...

It is also important to understand the specific growing characteristic of a certain hydrangeas when pruning that particular plant. In general gardening terms, pruning is probably the most misunderstood gardening chore, and certainly, the chore that is...

Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose. We highly recommend that you mulch your Little Lime Hydrangea with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your...

More northern areas may wish to fertilize only once in June or July. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on. During the second season following the severe pruning, the hydrangea should...

This enables the plant to increase its vigor, and become healthier. 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.

A less expensive fast release fertilizer such as a 10-10-10 will work just as well if applied twice during the summer. Can be used to help aid in this process and also provide plants with a good soaking due to the slow release of the water into the root-zone...

If chemical fertilizers are used on your Quick Fire Hydrangea, applying a slow-release, balanced fertilizer once a year is probably the simplest solution. We love this product and use it on all plants we install in our own gardens.

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. Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots to spread through the loose, nutrient rich soil, much...

During the second season following the severe pruning, the hydrangea should resume normal bud setting, and the plant should have healthier blooms because of the increased vigor in the plant.

Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements. The flowers bloom on the previous season's growth, so you must wait to prune until blooms expire to avoid cutting off the developing...

Uses: Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed border, mass planting, or a specimen planting. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot.

This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying it. Commercial manure or compost can be applied yearly around the base of the Hamamelis Vernalis.

These observations should give you a good idea of how the plant tends to grow, and also how and when you should prune the plant. A very large shrub in the ground will take 2 – 3 cups spread around the drip line of the branches (not next to the trunk).

You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Forsythia. If you can find a fertilizer formulated for shrubs and trees, this fertilizer would work well on Lynwood Gold Forsythia.

Its rare in the plant world to make plants conform to our will so take advantage of this. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Let's Dance Diva Hydrangea a good deep watering.

It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot. This non-fruiting, male winterberry is primarily used as a pollinator. The next method involves rejuvenating the entire shrub every 3 years or so by...

Pruning should always be associated with re-invigorating a plant by allowing it to focus its energies on producing more vigorous branches, foliage, and flowers. In choosing the basic type of fertilizer to suit your Black Lace Elderberry, it is important...

The Hardy Clumping Bamboo we sell grows to about 7 feet tall and does well in containers, as a border, or even as a focal point or specimen plant. 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 soil.

It would not be a bad idea to have a soil sample checked with your local Extension Service before applying fertilizer. Follow this up with a early summer application of Espoma , this will provide the necessary nutrients and raise the acid level in the...

Hydrangea Twist n Shout has glossy pointy leaves turn an outstanding burgundy in the fall. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in both summer and winter to conserve soil moisture and protect it in exposed locations or colder micro-climates.

It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning Ilex Glabra Nordic or any plant for that matter. However, slow-release is certainly not the only way to fertilize Holly such as Ilex Glabra Nordic although truth be told I feel its the best.

If the soil naturally contains aluminum and is acid (low pH) the color of the hydrangea will automatically tend toward shades of blue and/or purple. The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus.

Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose. We highly recommend that you mulch your Bobo Hydrangea with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your local...

In the South, a late May application and another in Late July would be about right. We suggest when planting your newly purchased Azalea Pink and Sweet plants that you dig a hole twice as wide as the root system but not deeper.

This enables the plant to increase its vigor, and become healthier. 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.

When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves. This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying it. Either chemical fertilizers or organic matter can be used successfully.