Small Flowering Perennial Shrubs

Its' green foliage turns an attractive reddish brown color in winter. If you are looking for a small evergreen with all season color, this is the plant for you! It matures to 1'-3' high with a spread of 5'-6'.

For maximum impact, plant in groups of three or more. In colder zones, low winter temperatures can kill the top growth to the ground; otherwise, cut plants back in the spring. Hardy in zones 5-9, ‘Longwood Blue' can be pruned hard to the ground each...

Truly outstanding garden performer. Not prone to insect or disease problems. Branches are excellent for cut flower arrangements. Starting in September, the plant is covered in large clusters of bright-purple berries that persist from late fall into early...

Its manageable size, ease of care, and lush summer leaf canopy make it a favorite shrub for gardeners. Hardy in zones 5-8. Callicarpa dichotoma ‘Early Amethyst' is a notable selection of beautyberry for its bright purple berries that ripen in September,...

In the summer, bright red berries steal the show against the deeply corrugated, dark green foliage. Birds love the berries, and deer stay away from the plant. Viburnum plicatum Sparkling Pink Champagne is the centerpiece of the spring garden with profuse...

It is currently widespread in temperate countries. This species is beginning to spread as an ornamental plant in France, for its flowering and its robustness (it withstands temperatures from -25 ° C).

It is currently widespread in temperate countries. This species is beginning to spread as an ornamental plant in France, for its flowering and its robustness (it withstands temperatures from -25 ° C).

This enables the plant to increase its vigor, and become healthier. Uses: Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed border, mass planting, or a specimen planting.

Holly - Goshiki, Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki', is truly a beautiful accent plant that is also extremely tough and durable with remarkable variegated leaves. Pruning time is best done in the spring.

Fall is the time for Nandina domestica to begin preparing for dormancy. It is generally recommended to not use power equipment such as gas hedgers to prune Nandina domestica or any plant in my opinion.

“Fertilizer burn” can occur when too much fertilizer is applied, resulting in a drying out of the roots and damage or even death of the plant. Knives, hand cutters, saws, and shears should be sharpened if necessary before pruning any roses.

Always, read the label on your fertilizer bag, and follow the instructions. When looking at most fertilizers, they are described by three numbers on the bag. Plants that are deficient in Nitrogen are usually not growing vigorously, and sometimes exhibit...

Fall is the time for Firepower Nandina to begin preparing for dormancy. A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, which will also minimize the likelihood of disease investing a cut during pruning.

Most effective when used as a ground cover, specimen plant or border. You'll want to water the bushes regularly after planting until they've been well established. We highly recommend that you mulch your Harbour Dwarf Nandina with either a ground hardwood...

It does not like to have wet feetand may develop root rot if the soil is wet most of the time. Always be sure to look on the fertilizer label on the back of the bag to see exactly what is included in the fertilizer.

Knives, hand cutters, saws, and shears should be sharpened if necessary before pruning any roses. 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...

Water at the base of the plant near the soil line only. Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success. Nandina domestica is very easy to grow, however it may be helpful to know that a very small plant which is planted in the...

As with chemical fertilizers, do not apply it right next to the trunk or stems emerging from the ground.program. Large Callicarpas that have been severely pruned have the advantage of a large root system that has excessive capacity, and its roots are...

Small black fruit occasionally follows flowers. Don't fertilize Purple Leaf Sand Cherry after August. Pruning should always be associated with re-invigorating a plant by allowing it to focus its energies on producing more vigorous branches, foliage, and...

“Fertilizer burn” can occur when too much fertilizer is applied, resulting in a drying out of the roots and damage or even death of the Calycanthus Aphrodite. A 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch is sufficient but remember to take care not to cover any part...

This enables the plant to increase its vigor, and become healthier. Not all Nitrogen deficiencies result in stunted growth. Depending on the quality of your existing soil you may need to add a locally sourced compost or topsoil to the back-fill soil.

If I had to recommend a time it would be late winter after the winter interest portion of the season is over but before the flowers form. You get to enjoy the wonderful show of the large plump berries, and 2.

Often times drip irrigation is suggested, but I did not want to go to the trouble and expense of drip irrigation, when I only needed supplemental water, to get my plants started the first 2 or 3 years.

Reduce the strength of the Aluminum sulfate to 1/4 oz per gallon of water. Its general purpose is to maintain or restore vigor to the plant. It creates a barrier between the roots of the plant and fungus and pathogens that can cause root rot.

This is a very loose estimate, so please read the directions on the fertilizer before applying it. Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand the winter.

Many times, gardeners inherit a wealth of hydrangeas in their gardens when they purchase a previously owned residence. Hydrangea Blushing Bride is a pure white hydrangea with blooms that mature to a sweet, pink blush that make Blushing Bride a favorite...

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. If you can find a fertilizer formulated for shrubs and trees, this fertilizer would work well...