Newly planted trees and shrubs, or those which were stressed during the previous growing season, are most likely to suffer winter damage. You can minimize damage by taking the precautions described below. Perennials: Cut back dead foliage and dispose of debris to prevent disease carryover. Mulch with a loose covering of hay …
Dig a hole and position root ball level with grade line. NEVER place root ball under grade level. Insert 3″ perforated drain tile between the side of root mass and the side of the hole until it touches the bottom of the hole. Back fill the area around the root …
There is nothing quite like the beauty of a rose garden in bloom. But if this year is your first attempt, begin on a small scale. Learn what care a couple rose bushes demand before you plant a dozen or more. Type of Roses: Hybrid Teas: The most popular of …
Planting New Trees & Shrubs The instructions below are for trees and shrubs sold in plastic containers. We will be adding other references for bare root or balled-and-burlaped trees and shrubs soon! Digging the Hole Dig the hole approximately 2-3 times as wide as the soil ball. Measure the height …
Our nursery and landscape professionals can help you protect the environment! Nursery and landscape professionals are horticultural specialists who can steer you towards the trees, shrubs or herbaceous plants that will thrive in local conditions, while avoiding a species that may be overly aggressive or even invasive in your area. …
A newly transplanted tree or shrub needs special watering, fertilization, and protective care. The most important basic need of your new plant is water. To much or too little water can kill your plant. If you plant in the spring or summer, water thoroughly when planted then every 2 or …
How to Care for Your New Sodded Lawn You new lawn is composed of thousands of live grass plants. To encourage them to thrive in their new home and provide you with a velvety carpet of grass, here’s what you must do. WATER Your sod must be kept thoroughly soaked …
How to Care for Your New Seeded Lawn The seeded lawn must get exactly the same care as a sodded lawn except as follows: Water more frequently but lighter – keep the surface of the soil wet at all times until the grass is 2″ tall. Be especially careful on …
Water plant every 3 weeks: rain does not count. Feed tree with granule fertilizer May 15th and July 4th: Feed no later than Labor Day Prune off visible dead growth: scratch the bark, if it’s a brown color – trim it off. Prune off all sucker growth: new foliage under …
The ability to grow any acid-loving plant depends greatly on the site selection and preparation. Because of their shallow, fibrous root system, azaleas, rhododendrons and blue berries require a soil that is uniformly moist, but not saturated. Light, well drained soils should be AVOIDED. Maintaining a uniform moisture supply can …
