You have just purchased a plant from The Gardens Edge. We would like to help you understand how to take care of the plant or plants you purchased from us.

Evergreen Family

(Pine, Yew, Cypress, Arborviae, Juniper,
Holly, Magnolia, Euonymus, Cotonester,
Nandina, Boxwood..)

These plants do not like to sit in water so do not over-water them

Deciduous Family

(Ash, Redbud, Birch, Lilac, Cherry, Beech,
Dogwood, Pear, Plum, Maple, Spirea,
Hydrangea, Hibiscus...)

These plants can take more water than evergreen plants.
You will have to be sure to water them more often.

Rule Breakers

(Willow and Bald Cypress)

They like water and can grow well in wet moist areas.

(Azalea and Rose)

They do not like to be over-watered and this is the most common problem we see with them

Watering Procedures:

Water all plants as needed starting in May/June. Do not over-water plants. The best way to know if the plant needs water is to use a moisture meter or check for moisture with your finger. You will need to remoe the mulch next to the plant and put your finger into the ground next to the plant. If the top 3" of soil is not moist then the plant needs water. When you water - do not just wet the top of the mulch - you need to water till the top 3" of soil is moist so that the water gets to the root of the plant. You may have to water every two or three days if it is hot and dry. You should not have to water in the winter but, look at your evergreen plants (they do not go dormant in the winter) if they look like they are turning brown, we have not had rain and the ground is dry, you may need to water them.

Fertilize Procedures:

Fertilize Encore Azaleas and Roses in May and continue fertilizing one time each month until September. This will help them to continure to bloom all summer long. All other azaleas can be fertilized in late February and October. All other plants can be fertilized one time per year, using miracle grow or other fertilizers. Trees can be fertilized with planting tablets once a year.