June Flowering Shrubs

The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the Nandina. A very large shrub nandina in the ground will take 2 – 3 cups spread around the drip line of the branches (not...

Commercial manure or compost can be applied yearly around the base of the nandina. Organic additions to the soil can also be combined with a shot of chemical fertilizer for maximum effect.

However, slow-release is certainly not the only way to fertilize shrubs such as Firepower Nandina although truth be told I feel its the best. The most important reason for pruning nandinas is to improve the overall health of the plant which in turn will...

Commercial manure or compost can be applied yearly around the base of the nandina. Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed,...

A less expensive fast release fertilizer such as a 10-10-10 will work just as well if applied twice during the summer. When fertilizing Nandinas grown in containers, be careful to apply a fertilizer that will not burn the roots (such as a slow release...

Plants such as Nandina Lemon Lime grow best if they are fertilized once in the spring and again in early summer. The amount of chemical fertilizer used per plant will vary with the size of the plant and it's root system.

Nandina Flirt is a versatile shrub can be planted in almost all soils. Pruning should always be associated with re-invigorating a plant by allowing it to focus its energies on producing more vigorous branches, foliage, and flowers.

In choosing the basic type of fertilizer to suit your Callicarpa Early Amethyst, it is important to determine what you need your Callicarpas to do. Sometimes, the growth is taller and longer with less than desirable branching when Nitrogen is deficient.

Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags are very important considerations when choosing your perfect fertilizer. Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be...

If a liquid fertilizer is used for Calycanthus Aphrodite, it should be applied every month for both plants in pots and in the ground. A showy new native variety with large, fragrant bright red magnolia-like blooms from mid summer into fall.

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. (Use less fertilizer for gardenias in a container.) “Fertilizer burn” can occur when too much fertilizer...

Be careful with products such as miracle-grow as these products can burn newly planted plants when not used at the recommended rates. As mentioned when to prune your Aronia Autumn Magic is completely up to you the gardener.

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.

Another reason for pruning hydrangeas such as Onyx Zebra Hydrangea is to re-define the plant's definition within the landscape. If severe, pruning is necessary, it must be realized that the plant will shift its focus in the short-run from setting flower...

A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole. Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients.

If chemical fertilizers are used on your Tri-colored dappled willow, applying a slow-release, balanced fertilizer once a year in the spring is probably the simplest solution. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and...

For a totally organic approach, many gardeners use commercial manure on the soil around shrubs such as Skimmia japonica. Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients.

Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success. Try to avoid pruning in late fall as this will cause a flush of new growth that is not hardened off and could cause death of the plant.

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). Although the three elements just mentioned are the major elements necessary for good plant performance, there some minor elements...

Water using the counting method for the first few weeks. Can be kept as a shrub or pruned into a small tree. Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. If you can find a fertilizer formulated for shrubs and trees, this fertilizer would work...

Growth will be dense to the ground. Screenings and hedges of barberries would need to be pruned for their specific purpose within the landscape. When you have selected your fertilizer and are ready to apply it, be sure to rake your mulch back to the drip...

We suggest when planting your newly purchased Viburnum burkwoodii plants that you dig a hole twice as wide as the root system but not deeper. In many cases, pruning just after flowering but before the setting of seedpods is sufficient.

Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements. These observations should give you a good idea of how the plant tends to grow, and also how and when you should prune the plant.When...

This enables the plant to increase its vigor, and become healthier. (Use less fertilizer for hydrangeas in a container.) “Fertilizer burn” can occur when too much fertilizer is applied, resulting in a drying out of the roots and damage or even death...

Bark provides winter interest but is usually hidden by the foliage during the growing season. If you can find a fertilizer formulated for shrubs and trees, this fertilizer would work well on Physocarpus.

Deadheading also prevents Bluebeard Beyond Midnight from spreading through your yard, as it can be an effective self-seeder when the dead flowers are allowed to dry completely and go to seed this would cause problems for your garden as the seedling would...

Perfectly sized for smaller urban gardens, they never fail to bring compliments. These compact plants are very neat and tidy. Crimson Fire is pretty enough to stand out because of the richly colored leaves, but well-behaved enough to blend in and showcase...