Shrubs

When roots are burned, the first sign is often scorched looking leaves. If a viburnum is being trained as a hedge, it would need to be pruned differently than if it were being grown as a tree form.

Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted. Organic additions to the soil can also be combined with a shot of chemical fertilizer for maximum effect.

When selecting a fertilizer for your Gulfstream Nandina, if soil Ph is not an issue a simple balanced fertilizer can be used such as Either chemical fertilizers or organic matter can be used successfully.

A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the Nandina.

Never fertilize a plant with a chemical fertilizer if the plant looks sick or wilted. Organic additions to the soil can also be combined with a shot of chemical fertilizer for maximum effect.

When fertilizing hydrangeas in pots, be careful to apply a fertilizer that will not burn the roots (such as a slow release or a liquid fertilizer). In a pot, it will be much easier to control the requirements for bluing.

The glowing white blooms and lush green foliage of Onyx Zebra Hydrangea provide a brilliant contrast to the near-black stems. Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success.

Specific plant objectives require specific pruning techniques. Starting in late spring, Endless Summer Blushing Bride Hydrangea graces the garden with big round balls of soft blooms, providing an elegant touch of color in the garden all the way into fall.

If a Physocarpus is being trained as a hedge, it would need to be pruned differently than if it were being grown as a tree form. Pruning has been described as a “combination of art and science.” I find pruning to be one of the most relaxing yet rewarding...

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). Its better to leave a one inch gap of space between the mulch and the stem or trunk of the plant.

As with chemical fertilizers, do not apply it right next to the trunk or stems emerging from the ground. 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...

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. Nandina Lemon Limet is shrub that should be pruned in the late winter to encourage new growth.

This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying it. When looking at most fertilizers, they are described by three numbers on the bag.

Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly what is included in the fertilizer. Viburnums such as Viburnum mariesii grow best if they are fertilized once or twice in the summer.

The most important reason for pruning Weigelia Spilled Wine is to improve the overall health of the plant which in turn will reward you with a plethora of blooms and berries. These observations should give you a good idea of how the plant tends to grow,...

Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots of Lilac Belle de Nancy 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.

These observations should give you a good idea of how the plant tends to grow, and also how you should prune the plant. Despite their fast growth patterns, spirea are considered to be light feeders.

This shape will allow adequate light to reach the lower part of the shrub so the foliage will remain full all the way to the ground. We love this product and use it on all plants we install in our own gardens.

Plants that are deficient in Nitrogen are usually not growing vigorously, and sometimes exhibit pale colored foliage. Severe pruning should be done just after the plant has finished blooming.

Mahonia Winter Sun is a statuesque, evergreen shrub that becomes a dramatic focal point for the winter garden. It is a naturally occuring beneficial fungus that colonizes on the new growing roots of plants.

You can then rake the mulch back around the base of the Rhododendron. If a Rhododendron is being trained as a hedge, it would need to be pruned differently than if it were being grown as a tree form.

Will adapt to drier sites. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot. There are many slow-release fertilizers on the market.

Although these viburnums 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.

Many times, gardeners inherit a wealth of viburnums in their gardens when they purchase a previously owned residence. Follow this up with a early summer application of Espoma , this will provide the necessary nutrients and raise the acid level in the...

Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success. If renewal pruning is to be tried, it should be done in late winter or early spring, over a period of several years.

Will adapt to drier sites. A good rule is that you should still be able to see the soil the plant was grown in after back-filling the hole. Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced compost or topsoil to the...

When looking at most fertilizers, they are described by three numbers on the bag. 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.