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Specific plant objectives require specific pruning techniques. Either chemical fertilizers or organic matter can be used successfully on your Golden Euonymus. Excellent results have been reported by visitors to this site after using composted manure.

There are many slow-release fertilizers on the market. Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients. If a Steeds Holly is being trained as a hedge, it would need to be pruned differently than if...

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. If you are a beginner at growing plants Silver King Euonymus is easy to grow however it may be helpful to know that a very...

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. If you are a beginner at growing plants Sky Pencil Holly is very easy to grow however it may be helpful to know that a very...

Since Dragon Lady Holly have a shallow root system, weeds and grass growing around the tree will cause the tree to grow much slower until established. Growth will go from a smooth, greasy texture, to a rougher snake skin look.

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. It will also do well in urban areas where the roads are sometimes salted to keep away snow.

Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant. Fall is the time for Euonymus to begin preparing for dormancy. Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand the...

It takes a uniform pyramidal shape and can be planted as a shade tree to render relief from the hot summer sun. - Thrives in Standing Water - Year-Round Interest - Multiple Options Standing Water = No Problem If you have some low areas that puddle after...

With the Amberglow Redwood, you can enjoy the ancient history and magnificence of the Redwood all in a compact size Even better, the Amberglow is a variety of the Dawn Redwood, which is a deciduous tree with needled foliage… In other words, your tree...

It is much, much better to err on the side of too little fertilizer than too much. Elements such as Magnesium, Sulfur, Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum play very important roles in providing plants with adequate nutrition.

Can be used to help aid in this process and also provide plants with a good soaking due to the slow release of the water into the root-zone of the plant. The best time to thin would be mid- to late February before new growth starts.

Hardy Clumping Bamboo are fairly drought tolerant, however they grow very slow without adequate water. Care should be taken not to over water. Basically the “good” fungus in Bio-tone colonizes on the growing roots of your newly planted plant and does...

When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements.

When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements.

Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced compost or topsoil to the back-fill soil. However, boxwood's often do not respond well to this.

The deep green foliage on these cedars along with their pyramidal shape make them a beautiful evergreen that will amaze your guests and neighbors all year. They'll block out noisy neighbors and the busy city life to turn your yard into your own relaxing...

You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Gold Mop Cypress. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on.

Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag. When fertilizing privet grown in containers, be careful to apply a fertilizer that will not burn the roots (such as a slow release or a liquid fertilizer).

An example would be 10-10-10 or 12-4-8. Its general purpose is to maintain or restore vigor to the plant. However, in some instances, this severe pruning could be even more drastic.

Organic additions to the soil can also be combined with a shot of chemical fertilizer for maximum effect. Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant.

In most instances, camellias out-live the gardeners that planted them, and even though they are considered to be slow growing plants, they can become too large for specific areas of the garden.

Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant. Fall is the time for cherry laurels to begin preparing for dormancy. Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand...

Elements such as Magnesium, Sulfur, Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum play very important roles in providing laurels with adequate nutrition. Minor elements that are not included in the three numbers listing on the front of...

When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves. Many times, less expensive fertilizers are sold that contain only the major elements needed, but not the minor elements.

This is not to be rushed. Its non flowering so no pollen which is great news for allergy sufferers. Many times, a plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape, and must be pruned to re-define its purpose.

The ECHO SHC-2620 combines exceptional reach and light weight for outstanding cutting performance. The 4.6:1 gear ratio provides outstanding torque for superior cutting performance.

For a limited time get a bonus 1.5Ah 20-Volt MAX Lithium-Ion Battery Pack with purchase. This unit is easy to store and only weighs about 7 lbs. The pole hedge trimmer has 180 pivoting head that adjusts and locks into 5 different positions for cutting...