Blooming Evergreen Shrubs

After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Camellia Hana Jiman a good deep watering. Generally, an application sometime during the first part of March, followed by a second application during the first...

An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. In recent years, a misconception has emerged that older camellias do not need to be fertilized. When you have selected your fertilizer and are ready to apply it, be sure to rake your mulch back to the drip line...

The contrasting, dark green foliage creates the perfect foil for the dark red flowers. When pruning large camellias, 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.

Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the plant.

An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. During the second season following the severe pruning, the camellia should resume normal bud setting, and the plant should have healthier blooms because of the increased vigor in the plant.

Provides unmatched winter interest due to its flowering in the early winter. A general rule of thumb is to count to 5 for every one gallon of pot size. In general gardening terms, pruning is probably the most misunderstood gardening chore, and certainly,...

After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Camellia Kramers Supreme a good deep watering. Generally, an application sometime during the first part of March, followed by a second application during the...

With a semi-pendulous habit, this vigorous upright plant matures at 10 to 12 feet tall and 4 to 5 feet wide. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep.

Organic fertilizers such as Dehydrated Cow Manure or tone may provide an excellent source of slow release nutrients in addition to your primary fertilizer. Always consult your Extension Service and your local camellia experts as to specific recommendations...

Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the Camellia April Dawn. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the camellia.

These observations should give you a good idea of how the plant tends to grow, and also how you should prune the plant. Large camellias that have been severely pruned have the advantage of a large root system that has excessive capacity, and its roots...

As mentioned one spring application of a balanced fertilizer should more than suffice. Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the...

As mentioned one spring application of a balanced fertilizer should more than suffice. Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the...

If over-fertilization is severe, the plant may just wilt and die. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot. When fertilizing Hollies grown in containers, be careful to apply a fertilizer that...

Rubus Calycinoides Emerald Carpet grows best in light to full sun in locations protected from hot afternoon sun. It prefers a rich moist to well-drained soil, but will tolerate sandy locations and clay if the drainage is adequate.

Removing the dead and dying limbs will minimize the possibility of diseases such as “dieback” and will also allow the plant to re-concentrate its energies. It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants.

It even works on fruit. We know your mouth is watering to try those peaches! * Hardy herb * Full sun * Great in the garden or containers * Harvest the leaves and stems year-round You'll always have a fresh supply of the most flavorful rosemary you can...

Microbiota Decussata is a ground cover that is perfect for foundations, wall planters where it can cascade, group or mass plantings, raised planters, and embankments. Microbiota Decussata is a beautiful addition to any garden.

Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose. You'll want to water the bushes regularly after planting until they've been well established.

This is not to be rushed. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the plant. Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to...

Cryptomeria globosa nana is very easy to grow however it may be helpful to know that a very small plant which is planted in the ground will take about 1/8 – 1/4 cup of espoma organic shrub-tone fertilizer.

This is not to be rushed. Water using the counting method for the first few weeks. When you have selected your fertilizer and are ready to apply it, be sure to rake your mulch back to the drip line of each plant.

When looking at most fertilizers, they are described by three numbers on the bag. Although many well established Fernspray Hinoki Cypress perform wonderfully in the garden without being fertilized, they will do even better with a regular fertilization...

A less expensive fast release fertilizer such as a 10-10-10 will work just as well if applied twice during the early spring and summer. When performing, Jazz great, Billie Holiday wore gardenias in her hair.

Excellent results have been reported by visitors to this site after using composted manure. In choosing the basic type of fertilizer for your Euonymus Greenspire, it is important to determine what you need your Euonymus to do.

You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Silver King Euonymus. It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements...

You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the hollies. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but...