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Slow-release fertilizer can help prevent rapid sucker growth that is vulnerable to diseases and insects. Tall after 10 years making it an ideal choice for today's smaller landscapes.

Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly what is included in the fertilizer. Nandina domestica favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization that is why we recommend an Organic fertilizer which tends to...

For a totally organic approach, many gardeners use commercial manure on the soil around plants such as Gulfstream Nandina. The amount of chemical fertilizer used per plant will vary with the size of the plant and it's root system.

After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Obsession Nandina a good deep watering. Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant.

Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly what is included in the fertilizer. Firepower Nandina favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization that is why we recommend an Organic fertilizer which tends to...

When pruning large hydrangeas, pruning can be a general shaping or shearing of the plants or it can be a severe pruning that significantly reduces the size of the plant. To the plant, the pH of the soil should be low (5.2-5.5).

Specific plant objectives require specific pruning techniques. We highly recommend that you mulch your Onyx Zebra Hydrangea with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your local availability.

Pruning large hydrangeas may be minor or major. Following are a few tricks that might work: To obtain a blue hydrangea, aluminum must be present in the soil. After stating this with much certainty, I hasten to add that it is virtually impossible to turn...

Follow this up with a early summer application of Espoma , this will provide the necessary nutrients and raise the acid level in the soil which Lemon Candy Physocarpus favor. Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally...

Organic additions to the soil can also be combined with a shot of chemical fertilizer for maximum effect. The amount of chemical fertilizer used per plant will vary with the size of the plant and it's root system.

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. If over-fertilization is severe, the plant may just wilt and die.

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. When we specifically look at pruning with regards to roses, this misunderstanding and negligence can...

The main reason for pruning laurels such as Nandina Flirt is to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape. Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” I personally find pruning to be one of the most relaxing yet rewarding...

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.

Many times, Weigelia Spilled Wine that have not been pruned in a few years will develop dead or degenerative twigs. If severe, pruning is necessary, it must be realized that the plant will shift its focus in the short-run from setting flower buds to growing...

Pruning large Lilac Belle de Nancy may be minor or major. Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Lilac Belle de Nancy a good deep watering.

It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants. Although the three elements just mentioned are the major elements necessary for good plant performance, there some minor elements that are just as important...

Renewal pruning of shrubs usually involves severe pruning. Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success. If a formal look is desired, prune with shearing or hedge clippers in a pyramidal shape with the narrowest part of the...

No matter what fertilizer you choose, “Always Read the Label”. 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.

Although these plants may have been lovingly cared for by the previous owner, it may be necessary to severely prune these plants to restore vigor or to create a different definition in the landscape for the new owner of the property.

For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on. More northern areas may wish to fertilize only once in June or July. At the recommended rate this will give the plant a boost of nitrogen that...

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. We highly recommend that you mulch your Admiration Barberry with either a ground hardwood mulch or...

It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants. Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after.

For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on. Bio-tone starter fertilizer is the best product to use at the time of planting.

Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced compost or topsoil to the back-fill soil. Rejuvenation: At times, very old and misshapen boxwoods are going to need rejuvenation.

Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag. In the South, a late May application and another in July would be about right. Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions.

Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag. 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).