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Conifer Mix 2 Litre

Please note: Plants are sold individually. We choose the conifer for you. Conifers are trees with unique scale-like leaves or needles and their seed-bearing cones are easily recognised. They are mostly evergreen and can grow into large, often very fast-growing trees, although there are many dwarf varieites, including many effective groundcover plants. Many conifers make good hedges too. Plant Size - Miniature:less than 1 inch (2.5 cm)
- Dwarf: 1 to 6 inches (2.5-15 cm)
- Intermediate: 6 to 12 inches (15-30 cm)
- Large: more than 12 inches (30 cm) What To Know Season of Interest: Evergreen
- Position: Sun, partial shade
- Soil: Well drained, acid, loamy
- Hardiness Fully hardy to tender How to Care - Water
- Diligent care is critical from the time of planting until new roots are established. For the first few weeks, check the plant every two to three days for signs of stress and water whenever the soil feels dry. Once the roots have grown out into the surrounding soil, which generally takes about three to six months, the plant can be checked less frequently. Established plantings need supplemental water only during periods of prolonged drought.
- Fertilizing: Conifers are not heavy feeders and need only an annual application of a general, complete garden fertilizer such as 10-10-10 or 16-8-8, or a top dressing of well-rotted manure. It is best to fertilize in the early spring before the plants break dormancy, or in late fall before the soil freezes
- Pruning and Maintenance: Dead or diseased conifer branches should be removed immediately, regardless of the time of year. Any other pruning should be done when the plant is dormant. Unlike many deciduous shrubs, most conifers can't re-sprout from older wood, and so a good rule of thumb is never to remove more than one-third of the total growth at a time. If you prune too drastically, the plant may never fully recover.
- Mulching conifers is essential: It maintains the relatively cool soil temperatures that most conifers prefer. Mulching also helps conserve water and reduces weed competition. However, the mulch should be no more than two to three inches deep, and should never come in contact with the trunks of your plants. €8.99

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