Landscaping Shrubs

Viburnum Blue Muffin 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 fertilizer. We suggest when planting your newly purchased Viburnum Blue Muffin plants...

This lovely, compact Viburnum grows to only about 6 ft. When we specifically look at pruning with regards to hydrangeas, this misunderstanding and negligence can be magnified. However, it never hurts to practice occasional viburnum pruning each year to...

Nandina domestica produces lacy green leaves on upright stems. 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 for your Gulfstream Nandina, it is important to determine what you need your nandina to do. An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. If chemical fertilizers are used on your Gulfstream Nandina, applying a slow-release,...

Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions. A very large shrub nandina in the ground will take 2 – 3 cups spread around the drip line of the branches (not next to the trunk).

Nandina Firepower is lime green in the summer and blazing red in the fall! A compact semi-evergreen plant that is easy to grow. Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose.

Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose. Screenings and hedges of hydrangeas would need to be pruned for their specific purpose within the landscape.

Specific plant objectives require specific pruning techniques. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Onyx Zebra Hydrangea a good deep watering.

Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose. Is used for Endless Summer Blushing Bride Hydrangea, it should be applied every month during the spring and early summer for both plants in...

Plants that are deficient in Nitrogen are usually not growing vigorously, and sometimes exhibit pale colored foliage. That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot.

This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying it. Although it is tempting to spend less time by not raking the mulch back during fertilization, the results will be less than desirable, if the fertilizer...

It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot. Removing the dead and dying limbs will minimize the possibility of diseases such as “die back” and will also allow the plant to re-concentrate its...

Water at the base of the plant near the soil line only. Lemon Lime Nandina will grow up to 4 feet in height with an equal spread. A deficiency of Phosphorus may affect the energy transfer in the plant, and result in stunted growth as well.

Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots of Nandina Flirt to spread through the loose, nutrient rich soil, much easier than if you used solely the existing soil which more times than not will be hard and compacted.

That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot. After back filling and lightly compacting the 50/50 mix of existing soil and compost give the Viburnum mariesii a good deep watering.

Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand the winter. We do not recommend using straight topsoil or compost as a back-fill soil because more times than not these products will retain entirely to much moisture...

If over-fertilization is severe, the plant may just wilt and die. Try to cure the problem before adding fertilizer. Pruning a specific plant to look a specific way, involves art in creating a unique definition for a specific plant, and it involves science...

Severe pruning of spireas is generally thought to involve the removal of one third to one half of the existing plant. It is also important to understand the specific growing characteristic of a certain plants when pruning that particular plant.

Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots to spread through the loose, nutrient rich soil, much easier than if you used solely the existing soil which more times than not will be hard and compacted.

Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. If a Bridal Wreath Spirea is being trained as an hedge, it would need to be pruned differently than if it were being grown as a specimen form.

Callling a MahoniaThree very different specimens, but all "evergreen." These and other choice cultivars will spark up a humdrum landscape and provide beautiful clippings for wintertime displays in the home.Thank you, DG subscribers plantfreak78 and Catmint20906...

Although these plants may have been lovingly cared for by the previous owner, it may be necessary to severely prune these plants to restore vigor or to create a different definition in the landscape for the new owner of the property.

Don't fertilize Rhododendron Fantastica after August. If you can find a fertilizer formulated for shrubs and trees, this fertilizer would work well on Rhododendron Fantastica. Many times, gardeners inherit a wealth of shrubs in their gardens when they...

Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” I find pruning to be one of the most relaxing yet rewarding chores in the garden. We love this product and use it on all plants we install in our own gardens.

Shasta Viburnum 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 fertilizer. This deer-resistant variety performs well as a low maintenance hedge or accent.

If over-fertilization is severe, the plant may just wilt and die. Tons of creamy white flowers cover the plant in spring (May in Michigan). Commercial manure or compost can be applied yearly around the base of the viburnum.

Buxus is also Latin for flute; it is said that Roman gardener Pliny grew boxwoods for making musical instruments. Just leave stubs or stripped branches until buds have formed where you want them and have made several sets of leaves.