Watering Instructions for New Plantings

Fertilization Instructions:

All of our plants and shrubs are fertilized every two weeks. We recommend a time release fertilizer.

Planting Instructions

Water plants and planting area first. Never plant a dry plant or place a plant into dry soil. Dig a hole two to three times the width of the plant and slightly deeper than the plant’s root ball.

In Kansas, most soil contains clay, work in one-third organic material to the existing soil. Then mix in a starter fertilizer, following the instructions on the package

Fill the hole with enough amended soil so that the plant is planted at the same level as it was in the pot. Remove plant from the container, loosening the roots around the edges. Gently place the plant in the hole and backfill with amended soil.

Water the new plant thoroughly. To stimulate root growth and reduce plant shock, we recommend Ferti•lome Root Stimulator.

If a tree needs staking, stake low to allow the tree tops to move in the wind and gain strength. Remove the stakes as soon as the tree is stable or after one year.

All plants, including drought tolerant plants, need regular watering in the first two dry seasons to become established.

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