Planting azaleas dallas

Thereafter, light tip pruning of plants can be done between blooms. There are soil acidifiers that can also be applied if additional acidity is necessary. The addition of liquid amendments or sprays, such as Seaweed Plus Iron will help as well.

Remember that most problems arise from planting in the wrong site or soil. The most common problem for these shrubs is getting too much sun or being simply too hot, which manifests as tip or spot burns on the leaves, leaf curling, and an overall stunted appearance. Water new plants regularly , while keeping in mind that these plants are sensitive to waterlogged soil. Do not keep the bed too wet. For grown plants, water during the summer season to keep it from wilting. You may soak the roots thoroughly about times per week.

Fertiliz e azaleas in spring, but not later than August. Do not fertilize in concentrated piles. Use only small amounts of fertilizer per application, and distribute evenly. The flower buds of the azalea plant form in late summer. Good azalea care comes with a good understanding of the basics on how to grow azalea plants.

At Bonick Landscaping, we have watched the demand for azaleas from clients decline steadily in recent years to the point where today, we get very few requests for them. As a landscape designer, I have always preferred environmentally responsible landscapes that rely heavily on the use of native plants, so it has been gratifying to watch over the last decade the growing trend toward the use of native plants in landscape design.

Native plants offer a number of virtues. One is completely aesthetic: the use of native plants reinforces the regional uniqueness of the various climate zones across the country, including the Dallas area. Native plants are also highly adaptable to difficult site conditions and require less maintenance and fewer resources , such as water and fertilizers because they have adapted to the soil and developed resistance to climate extremes.

While still vulnerable to diseases and pests, are likely less-so than many non-native plants. We recommend using Fertilome Azalea Food by sprinkling the top of the bed area and watering in. Do not dig in this fertilizer. If at some time you have an insect or drainage problem with your azaleas, our sales people are well-trained to recognize these problems and provide the best solution.