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The Versatile Juniper Wichita Blue: A Guide to Top 3 Varieties

  Looking to enhance the beauty of your yard with juniper wichita blue ? Look no further! In this video, we'll discuss everything you need to know about this popular landscaping shrub, from its care and feeding requirements to how best to use it in your yard. So sit back and enjoy, and be sure to check out our selection of juniper wichita blue plants at our online nursery!

Elevate Your Landscaping With A Beautiful Royal Star Magnolia Tree

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Royal Star Magnolia is a cultivar of the Magnolia tree species (Magnolia x soulangeana). It is a deciduous tree that is known for its large, fragrant white flowers, which appear in early spring before the leaves emerge. The flowers are star-shaped and have a distinctive pink blush on the inside. The Royal Star Magnolia tree grows to a height of 12-15 feet and a spread of 8-12 feet. It has a rounded, vase-shaped form, with a dense canopy of dark green leaves. The tree is hardy and can tolerate cold temperatures, making it a popular choice for gardens in colder climates.

Juniper Wichita Blue Hedge - Fast-Growing & Hardy | InstantHedge

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  Juniper Wichita Blue Hedge. A hardy and fast-growing juniper variety, the Wichita Blue is an excellent choice for a low hedge or border in more arid climates. This juniper hedge tree is native to the Rocky Mountain region and grows best in dry, sandy soils with good drainage.

Royal Star Magnolia Care: How to Keep Your Tree Thriving

  Looking for information on how to take care of your Royal Star Magnolia ? Look no further! This video provides all the basics you need to make sure your plant thrives. From watering tips to advise on fertilizing, you'll have everything you need to keep your Royal Star Magnolia looking beautiful. Thanks for watching!

The Ultimate Guide To Taking Care of Your Arborvitae Hedges

  Looking for tips on how to take care of your arborvitae hedges? Look no further! In this video, we provide you with all the information you need to keep your arborvitae looking its best. From watering and fertilizing schedules to common problems and solutions, we've got you covered. So sit back, relax, and watch this video for all the info you need on arborvitae care!

Gardeners, Get Ready To Fall In Love With Arrowood Viburnum!

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  Arrowwood viburnum is a durable shrub is tolerant of a wide range of conditions, including wet soils, dry soils, sun, or shade. It is also resistant to drought and deer browse. Arrowwood viburnum can be used as an accent plant, a hedge, or a screen and is easy to maintain with occasional pruning. It can also be used as a foundation plant or planted in masses for a realistic effect.

Why Boxwood is the Perfect Hedge Plant For Your Garden Area

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  Versatility: Boxwood hedges can be shaped and trimmed into a variety of forms, making them a versatile choice for landscaping. They can be used as a low hedge, a topiary, or even as a privacy screen. Low maintenance: Boxwood hedges are relatively low maintenance, only requiring regular trimming to maintain their shape. They are also relatively pest and disease resistant, which makes them easy to care for. Year-round interest: Boxwood hedges are evergreen, which means they keep their foliage year-round, providing interest in the landscape even in the winter months. Durability: Boxwood hedges are hardy plants that can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions and can grow in full sun or partial shade, this makes them adaptable to different environments and can withstand different weather conditions. Historical significance: Boxwood hedges have been used in landscaping for centuries and are often associated with traditional European gardens. They are often used to create formal gard...

When To Trim Hedges For Maximum Effect

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Hedges are an attractive and practical way of containing or dividing a garden. To keep them looking neat and tidy, they need to be trimmed regularly. So when is the best time to trim hedges? Read on for our guide to ensuring your hedges remain in top condition all year round.  The Best Time of Year  Ideally, hedges should be trimmed twice a year – once in late spring and again after flowering if necessary. Late spring pruning will help encourage bushier growth as well as shape your hedge. If you are pruning flowering shrubs, it’s important to wait until they have finished flowering before trimming them back. This will ensure that the next flowering season is not affected by pruning too early.  Pruning Tips  When it comes to pruning, the key is moderation! Heavy pruning can damage a hedge, so only remove up to one third of the total length of each branch at any one time. Prune lightly around the base of your hedge regularly – this will encourage new growth from the bo...

How to Keep Your Boxwood Hedge looking Perfect All Year Round

  Looking for a versatile hedge plant that can provide privacy and structure all year round? Look no further than boxwood ! In this video, we explore everything you need to know about planting and caring for boxwood hedges. From soil preparation to pruning tips, we've got you covered. So sit back, relax, and let us show you how easy it is to create a beautiful garden hedge using boxwood plants.

The Basics of Hedge Maintenance

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Keeping a hedge looking its best requires regular maintenance. Pruning helps to give hedges a desired shape and size. It also helps keep them healthy and encourages new growth. Whether you've recently purchased a ready-made hedge or are starting from scratch, knowing the basics of hedge maintenance is essential for keeping it in top shape.  Pruning New Hedges  When trim new hedges , be sure to limit the amount of trimming. In the first year after installation, only clip vigorous shoots that outgrow their companions and leave the rest alone while they acclimate to their new environment. This will help ensure that your hedge is strong and healthy as it grows in its new home.  Maintaining Established Hedges  Once your hedge has been established for at least one year, you can begin pruning it annually. How often and how much you should prune will depend on the type of hedge you have. Generally speaking, deciduous hedges should be trimmed twice a year—once in late spring/...

Schip Laurel To Enhance Your Yard Beauty

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  Schip laurel, also known as Prunus laurocerasus 'Schipkaensis' (also known as Skip laurel , Schipka laurel, or Skipka laurel) , is a popular evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of white flowers in the spring. It is a hardy plant that is native to southeastern Europe and western Asia and is widely used as a hedge or border plant in gardens and landscapes. Schip laurel grows well in a variety of soil types and climates, but it prefers partial to full sun and well-draining soil. It has a fast growth rate and can reach a mature height of 6-10 feet, making it a good choice for creating privacy or defining a space. Schip laurel is also relatively low-maintenance, requiring occasional pruning to maintain its shape and size.

Evergreen Boxwood Hedges For Your Garden

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  Looking for a hedge that will always look great? Boxwoods are the perfect choice! Boxwood hedges provide year-round interest, can be sculpted into many shapes, and are deer resistant. Watch this video to learn more about boxwoods and how to care for them.

How To Select The Best Arborvitae Hedge Variety For Your Needs

  Looking for a privacy hedge? Arborvitae hedges are perfect! In this video, we'll discuss the different types of arborvitae and why they make great hedges. Plus, we'll share our top four picks for the best arborvitae hedges!

Perfect Evergreen for Your Garden: Green Giant Arborvitae

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 The Green Giant Arborvitae (Thuja plicata 'Green Giant'), an evergreen that requires little maintenance, is disease-resistant, and can offer seclusion and noise reduction, is the perfect choice. It's simple to understand why this adaptable hedge has become one of the most well-liked evergreens in the world because it looks great in almost any environment. Discover more about the Green Giant Arborvitae and discover why it can be the ideal evergreen for your garden by reading on. 1. Fast Growing Hedge:  Green Giant Arborvitae , a fast-growing hedge is an evergreen that grows quickly and can go as tall as 50 feet (15 meters). It's a popular option for foundation plantings, specimen plantings, privacy hedges, and windbreaks. Additionally, the Green Giant Arborvitae requires little pruning and fertilizer once it has grown to maturity. 2. Disease-Resistant:  The Green Giant Arborvitae is a popular plant in part because it is comparatively disease-resistant. Additionally, thi...