Tall Skinny Evergreen Trees For Privacy

Castle Spire Holly prefer well drained soils but will tolerate wet soils for short periods of time. Castle Spire Holly is hardy to Zone 6. We have trialed many so called “starter fertilizers” over the years and have come to rely on Bio-tone exclusively...

Leyland Cypress is hardy to Zone 6. He further developed the hybrid at his new home, and hence named the first clone variant ‘Haggerston Grey'. Double row plantings of Leyland Cypress are a great way to not only create privacy but to reduce noise from...

It is recommended that you disinfect your shears before you begin and even after each plant to prevent disease spread. Staking young trees is recommended to minimize the stress on the stem from winds blowing the tree.

When fertilizing Spruce grown in containers, be careful to apply a fertilizer that will not burn the roots (such as a slow release or a liquid fertilizer). In the South, a late summer into September application would be about right.

Check trees every three months and loosen as needed. If you want the tree to grow tall don't cut the top leader, just shape the sides. Shrub borders tend to be a uniform in height but by adding clusters of larger evergreen trees you bring variations in...

Any type of will do but cypress or hardwood mulch will be of a higher quality and provide better nutrition overall as they breakdown. The Vanderwolfs Pyramid Limber Pine tree is great if you need to create fast privacy for your home but want some interest...

Is an insect that attacks Nellie Stevens Holly, they look like little crusty flakes covering the stems and branches. American Holly should never be planted in soils that are excessively wet for long periods of time.

Loosely tie the tree with several twist ties to allow for growth. When tying trees to stakes remember the tree will continue to grow. Starter fertilizer by Espoma. We highly recommend that you mulch your Hardy Clumping Bamboo with either a ground hardwood...

We suggest when planting your newly purchased Dwarf Alberta Spruce that you dig a hole twice as wide as the root system but not deeper. Can be used to help aid in this process and also provide plants with a good soaking due to the slow release of the...

New trees should be watered twice weekly (Minimum), under hot drier conditions possibly more. Check trees every three months and loosen as needed. Bright privacy screen for full sun that thrives in heat and humidity and is often used as a screen.

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.

The outline is less smooth and symmetrical than most other upright arborvitae making it even more interesting. It is also organic and slow release which will feed your trees the proper amount of nutrients over a period of time rather than all at once...

In choosing the basic type of fertilizer for your Blue Point Juniper, it is important to determine what you want your Blue Point Juniper to do. Cut broken branches back to the nearest point of intersection with a healthy, unbroken branch.

A standout among other varieties, as it holds its bright color year-round, even through winter. It also will help to maintain the acid level in the soil that Arborvitaes need to thrive.

We have trialed many so called “starter fertilizers” over the years and have come to rely on Bio-tone exclusively for our own use. If you want the tree to grow tall don't cut the top leader, just shape the sides.

“Green Giant” arborvitae is a versatile tree that thrives in bright sunlight or partial shade. Thuja trees can be planted as close as 8 feet apart and as far apart as 10 to 12 feet.

Is an insect that attacks Foster Holly, they look like little crusty flakes covering the stems and branches. When planting in very sandy soils adding organic matter is always recommended to improve the soils ability to hold water and nutrients.

We recommend using only true miticides for control. When planting a potted tree, remember the only water source the tree has, is its small root ball, and all the water the tree uses must come from them until new roots can grow into the surrounding soil.

Amazing foliage and Color The Dawn Redwood's beautiful, fern-like foliage develops in the spring, adding a perfect green color to your landscape that thrives through the summer season.

Little Gem Magnolia is the dwarf in the family of Southern Magnolias, maturing to a height of little over 20 feet with a width of about 8 to 10 feet. When you have selected your fertilizer and are ready to apply it, be sure to rake your mulch back to...

· Pyramidal growth – not only does the pyramid shape make this tree visually appealing, it also means no pruning! This very fast growing tree will be a standout feature in your yard in just a couple of years.

They also make for perfect wind and noise screens. The thick foliage creates a shelter for wildlife during unpleasant weather conditions. Cedar trees have a natural sweet woodsy scent that naturally repels pests.

It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning Teddy Bear Magnolia or any plant for that matter. Perfect for smaller gardens in the city or to plant near the patio. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon...

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.

When fertilizing plants grown in containers, be careful to apply a fertilizer that will not burn the roots (such as a slow release or a liquid fertilizer). In the South, a late summer into September application would be about right.

Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients. The main reason for pruning Euonymus such as Euonymus Greenspire is to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape.

A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole. In general gardening terms, pruning is probably the most misunderstood gardening chore, and certainly, the chore that is most likely neglected.