Small Evergreen Bushes And Shrubs

Many times, gardeners inherit a wealth of plants in their gardens when they purchase a previously owned residence. At the recommended rate this will give the plant a boost of nitrogen that will be needed for healthy abundant foliage.

It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants. It is generally recommended to not use power equipment such as gas hedgers to prune hollies as this does more harm than good.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. 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.

When we specifically look at pruning with regards to Euonymus Manhattan, this misunderstanding and negligence can be magnified, but this is a plant that is very forgiving when it comes to pruning.

Plants such as Green Luster Holly grow best if they are fertilized once in the spring and again in early summer. This is not to be rushed. If you choose to use chemical fertilizers on your Green Luster Holly, applying a slow-release, balanced fertilizer...

Plants such as Compact Japanese Holly grow best if they are fertilized once in the spring and again in early summer. This is not to be rushed. If you choose to use chemical fertilizers on your Compact Japanese Holly, applying a slow-release, balanced...

This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying it. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Olive Martini Eleagnus a good deep watering.

This plant may also be used as a ground cover. When we specifically look at pruning with regards to Gold Mop Cypress, this misunderstanding and negligence can be magnified. In severe and sudden cold snaps it can defoliate, but it will leaf out in spring.

Drops of Gold Holly is a uniquely variegated female holly with intriguing golden yellow highlights on the upper and outermost foliage that offer a striking contrast to the rich green leaf color of the lower and interior foliage.Makes a great and bright...

Soft Touch Holly is a delicate dense, low growing compact, mounding shrub with a dark green foilage that is soft to the touch. Soft Touch Holly benefits from an fertilizer which can help raise the acid level of the soil such as by Espoma.

Brass Buckles Holly favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization. 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...

After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Hicks Yew a good deep watering. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the soil, and be sure to water the plant thoroughly...

A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole. Pruning large Osmanthus Goshiki may be minor or major. Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand...

A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well. 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 of...

Although many well established Templehof Hinoki Cypress perform wonderfully in the garden without being fertilized, they will do even better with a regular fertilization program. A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant,...

You'll be glad you brought this happy magician into the garden! Order yours today. The real show comes in the fall when the maple-like, deeply incised, spring green leaves blaze orange and yellow.

Think of it as a living mulch. Also works well to create a colorful edge along drives and walkways. In the southeastern United States, three fertilizer applications per year are usually adequate to supply your Euonymus Moonshadow nutritional needs.

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Another reason for pruning camellias is to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape. 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 Camellia...

The lush foliage of the Microbiota Decussata is bright green during the spring and a bronze during the fall and winter months. We highly recommend that you mulch your Microbiota Decussata with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending...

This colorful plant does not require much water or maintenance! The bright green smooth stems, or branches, are erect, rather stiff, smooth, or only lightly hairy, and free from spines.

Your Bird's Nest Spruce is a variety of Norway Spruce. However, this adorable evergreen stays small. Evergreens are excellent plants for adding structure, color and texture to your yard or garden, and Bird's Nest Spruce is an outstanding choice for a...

You'll want to water the bushes regularly after planting until they've been well established. For a totally organic approach, many gardeners use commercial manure on the soil around shrubs such as Little Giant Arborvitae.

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 vigorously, and it is very likely that the camellia will have few if any bloom buds during the season following...

Water using the counting method for the first few weeks. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Gumpo Pink Azalea a good deep watering.

Its' green foliage turns an attractive reddish brown color in winter. If you are looking for a small evergreen with all season color, this is the plant for you! It matures to 1'-3' high with a spread of 5'-6'.

Plants such as Dwarf Alberta Spruce grow best if they are fertilized once in the spring and again in early summer. This is not to be rushed. If you choose to use chemical fertilizers on your Dwarf Alberta Spruce, applying a slow-release, balanced fertilizer...