Transplant Evergreen Shrubs

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. Prune in spring after flowering to maintain attractive shape.

Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the Euonymus Moonshadow. Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced compost or topsoil to the back-fill soil.

Use the firm stems as barbecue skewers. You'll always have a fresh supply of the most flavorful rosemary you can buy available at your fingertips! Tuscan Blue is super easy to care for and very hardy.

Plants such as Microbiota Decussata grow best if they are fertilized once in the spring and again in early summer. That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot.

In choosing the basic type of fertilizer for your Gumpo Pink Azalea, it is important to determine what you need your plants to do. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. It prefers a rich moist to well-drained soil, but will tolerate sandy locations and clay if the drainage is adequate. We suggest when planting your newly purchased Dwarf Hinoki Cypress plants that...

A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, which will also minimize the likelihood of disease investing a cut during pruning. Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions.

They can be planted to create a low hedge or used in the border as specimens or en masse to create a wave of color. 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...

An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. These observations should give you a good idea of how the plant tends to grow, and also how you should prune the plant. Excellent in large planters or as an entryway accent, also great for use in Japanese style...

Screenings and hedges of gardenias would need to be pruned for their specific purpose within the landscape. Don't fertilize Frostproof Gardenia after August. Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth.

It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning Euonymus Greenspire or any plant for that matter. Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after.

Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags are very important considerations when choosing your plant fertilizer. Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced...

Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags are very important considerations when choosing your plant fertilizer. Dark green foliage stays neat year-round, and often sports small purple berries in...

A very large established Spruce in the ground will take 2 – 3 cups of spread around the drip line of the branches (not next to the trunk). Although it is tempting to spend less time by not raking the mulch back during fertilization, the results will...

Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags are very important considerations when choosing your plant fertilizer. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost...

This is not to be rushed. That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot. The leaves on the new growth are a brighter green color then turn dark green with age which creates a two-tone effect in...

When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves. A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well.

Water using the counting method for the first few weeks. We love this product and use it on all plants we install in our own gardens. We do not recommend using straight topsoil or compost as a back-fill soil because more times than not these products...

If over-fertilization is severe, the plant may just wilt and die. Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose. It is very drought tolerant when established making it suitable for growing...

A very large established Euonymus Manhattan in the ground will take 2 – 3 cups of plant-tone spread around the drip line of the branches (not next to the trunk). When selecting a fertilizer for your Euonymus Manhattan, if soil Ph is not an issue a simple...

It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot. The Camellia Setsugekka is a Sasanqua variety that offers pure white blooms all winter.

When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves. A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well.

It is much, much better to err on the side of too little fertilizer than too much. The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus. Plants that are deficient in Potassium, are usually growing more slowly than normal, have...

Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Camellia Shishi Gashira a good deep watering.

For example, a 4-8-8 fertilizer with minor elements included would be a good choice for well established camellias. Specific plant objectives require specific pruning techniques. Always consult your Extension Service and your local camellia experts as...

If you do not have acid soil, soil tests may be necessary followed by ph adjustments. Many gardeners apply a pruning sealant or paint to all cut surfaces after pruning, but that practice is generally not necessary.

It is also important to understand the specific growing characteristic of a certain camellia when pruning that particular plant. In choosing the basic type of fertilizer for your camellia needs, it is important to determine what you need your camellias...