Miscellaneous Evergreen Shrubs Flowering Shrubs For Sale In Colorado

Organic additions to the soil can also be combined with a shot of chemical fertilizer for maximum effect. The lighter colors begin as new growth and deepen as the season continues, developing a grassy-green as time goes by.

Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” Pruning a specific plant to look a specific way, involves art in creating a unique definition for a specific plant, and it involves science in understanding the physical growing habits...

In general gardening terms, pruning is probably the most misunderstood gardening chore, and certainly, the chore that is most likely neglected. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep.

Most of the water you put on the plant at first will run away from the plant until the soil is soaked. Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted.

Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag. Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots of Weeping Blue Spruce to spread through the loose, nutrient rich soil, much easier than if you used solely the...

An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. If a plant is struggling due to a disease or root problems, the fertilizer will only add stress to it's life. “Buddy” Lee is the Director of Plant Innovations at Plant Development Services, Inc.

The second number in the fertilizer equation is representative of Phosphorus. In recent years, a misconception has emerged that older camellias do not need to be fertilized. Elements such as Magnesium, Sulfur, Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron,...

Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the arborvitae.

This is not to be rushed. Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted. In general gardening terms, pruning is probably the most misunderstood gardening chore, and certainly, the chore that is most likely neglected.

This is not to be rushed. Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after. Autumn Bonfire Encore Azalea favors nutrient rich soil and ample fertilization.

Pruning large Purple Leaf Sand Cherry that are well established will enable the plant to have continued vigor, and lead to many more years of supplying beauty to the landscape. For an organic approach, many gardeners use commercial manure on the soil...

Proper fertilization of your Rubus Calycinoides Emerald Carpet will lead to healthier and more disease resistant plants, as well as provide you with many more enjoyable foliage. During the second season following the severe pruning, the Euonymus should...

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. Although it is tempting to spend less time by not raking the mulch back during fertilization, the results will be less than...

We like to tell folks that when watering Witch Hazel or any plant for that matter its best not to water the foliage of the plant. We suggest when planting your newly purchased Hamamelis Vernalis plants that you dig a hole twice as wide as the root system...

Although the three elements just mentioned are the major elements necessary for good plant performance, there some minor elements that are just as important in consideration of shrub nutrition.

In the southeastern United States, three fertilizer applications per year are usually adequate to supply your Fernspray Hinoki Cypress nutritional needs. Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots of Fernspray Hinoki Cypress Cypress to...

Great winter interest due to evergreen habit. Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand the winter. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced...

We have trialed many so called “starter fertilizers” over the years and have come to rely on Bio-tone exclusively for our own use. Most of the water you put on the plant at first will run away from the plant until the soil is soaked.

Plant on slopes or along retaining walls for erosion control. The foliage retains its rich color all year long. Ow evergreen shrub with silver-blue foliage on a widely spreading habit.

Its general purpose is to maintain or restore vigor to the plant. This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying it. Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of...

Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of fertilizer bags are very important considerations when choosing your fertilizer. Buddy is one of the most respected plant breeders and horticulturalists in North America,...

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 is applied on top of the mulch.

A general rule of thumb is to count to 5 for every one gallon of pot size. Unlike the other “older” heavenly bamboos, it is bushy and compact, reaching only 2.5 to 3 feet high.

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 and will cause the root system to rot.

NOTE: Female plants produce berries. Looks best if trimmed to a compact 4-6 feet. Delightful evergreen plants with lush, glossy deep green leaves, and brilliant red berries now with a sturdy hardiness insuring their thriving, even under rugged Northern...

Produces bountiful spikes of intensely fragrant white flowers in late summer when little else blooms, good yellow fall color as well; needs moist acidic soil; some suckering, good for filling in an area We suggest when planting your newly purchased Clethra...

When pruning established Rhododendron where no labeling is present on a variety to identify it, you need to look at the general growth patterns of the plant to be pruned. Plants that are deficient in Potassium, are usually growing more slowly than normal,...