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SOIL PREPARATION SOIL CONDITION All types of plants will grow better when given the proper soil conditions. If your conditions are not ideal, you’ll want to take the extra steps to make your soil nice and loose over as large of an area as possible. The addition of Sphagnum Peat will help both sandy and clay soils. In sandy soils, it will hold more water and in clay soils, there will be less <strong>com</strong>paction and your soil will be easier to use. Spread 2 to 3 inches of Sphagnum Peat over the planting area and thoroughly dig in or rototill to a minimum depth of at least 6 to 8 inches. Rake the soil level and remove any large clumps. When planting Rhododendrons, Azaleas and other Broadleaf Evergreens, remember to use these products to keep your plants healthy and vigorous. • Sphagnum Peat • Mulching Material • Pine Bark Mulch (as a soil amendment) • Root ‘n’ Grow Root Stimulator • Holly-Tone Watering frequency can vary with plant types and weather conditions. In general, water more often during warm, windy weather and less often when it’s cool or rainy. Apply water directly to the root area with a hose or watering can. Sprinklers or overhead watering may not provide enough moisture/water… as leaves shed the water outside of the root area. WATERING Good Soil In well drained or loose soils, dig the hole twice the width of the rootball and as deep, or slightly shallower. (NEVER deeper than the rootball!) Poor Soil In poorly drained soil or hard, <strong>com</strong>pacted soils, dig the hole three times the width of the rootball and 75% as deep. We re<strong>com</strong>mend that you check your plants soil conditions before automatically watering. (Over-watering symptoms look very similar to Under-watering symptoms). To check and see if your plant needs watering: Push aside any mulch around the root zone of the plant. Reach down into the soil (directly around the root ball) the depth of your fi ngers and remove a sample (handful). Squeeze the soil in your hand. IF the soil feels too moist and clumps together or is dripping water when squeezed, THEN there is too much water already in the soil and additional watering could only cause potential problems. At this point it is better to let the soil dry out before watering again (Don’t forget to check back in a couple of days). IF, however, the soil feels dry and crumbly, THEN it is time to water this plant again. Keeping your plants at an even moist soil condition can be a challenge at fi rst. Not too wet. Not too dry. However, once you have done this a few times you will begin to identify which plant species and soil types require particular watering practices. Remember, it is always better to “get a little dirty” and periodically check your plant’s individual watering needs, than it is to assume and just set an automatic watering schedule!
Perennials are plants that grow and fl ower for three years or more. Most perennials are considered ‘herbaceous’: they die back to the ground each fall, but the roots remain alive to produce new foliage in the spring. A wide range of sizes, forms, colors and bloom times are available to suit your needs. With careful planning, a perennial garden can provide color from early spring to late fall. Most perennials are low maintenance. They require little more than basic care which includes fertilizing, mulching and a general overall grooming from time to time. Everything you need to plan, prepare and plant a lovely perennial garden is available for you here at Bordine’s! PLANNING YOUR GARDEN Planning Your Garden: It is important that you choose appropriate plants for the site. Is the garden in a sunny area or does it get a lot of shade? What type of soil do you have? A soil test will give you specifi c information about your soil. Get to know which plants will tolerate your conditions or add amendments (sphagnum peat and <strong>com</strong>posted manure) and whatever else is re<strong>com</strong>mended to help improve the condition of your soil. Choose plants you wish to include in your garden so that you will have color throughout the growing season. Adding bulbs to your plan will give early spring color before your perennials are in full bloom. Many perennials also have very attractive foliage which adds interest to your garden when their bloom time is over. PLANTING Planting: Water the plant thoroughly before removing it from the container. Dig the planting hole as deep and twice as wide as the container from which the plant has been removed. Check the root ball. If the roots are matted, loosen the soil and roots so that the plant grows into the surrounding soil more easily. The plant should then be set at the same depth as it was planted in the container. Once the plant is set securely in the ground and the roots are well covered, water thoroughly with Root ‘n’ Grow Root Stimulator per package instructions. Water regularly until your plants are established. Some perennials such as Daylily, Iris or Peony require a precise planting depth. Placing these too deeply may result in fewer blooms. Also, pay close attention to the re<strong>com</strong>mended spacing. Plants like Hosta can grow quite large <strong>com</strong>pared to its size at the time of purchase. DEADHEADING & CLEANING UP Deadheading: This means to remove the faded fl owers. Deadheading encourages the plant to produce more fl owers and therefore lengthens the bloom time. Also, it improves the appearance of the plant and the garden in general. Remove the fl ower stem as far below the leaves as possible without cutting off buds that may bloom in the future. Some plants with attractive seed pods or fronds like Rudbeckia, Sedum or Grasses can be left alone. They add interest to your garden during the winter months. Cleaning Up: When the season <strong>com</strong>es to a close and frost has ended the growth of your plants, it’s time to clean up. Most of your perennials can be cut back at this time to about 4-6” from the ground. Exceptions would be those that would add winter interest to the garden such as Sedum, Conefl ower and Grasses. It is a good idea to <strong>com</strong>post the cuttings from your garden. Separate any diseased debris fi rst before adding to your <strong>com</strong>post pile. More detailed information can be found on our Care Sheets, available in store or on-line at www.<strong>bordines</strong>.<strong>com</strong>
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