Our blog today is on Garden Update One. Ok, for my Readers that means it is time to take a look at those new plants, evaluate things, and give an update.
Skip Laurels
If you recall from earlier blogs, we had a bit of an issue with our springtime temperatures. Some of our spring days were actually hot and others were freezing cold. Unfortunately, the new growth on my three new Skip Laurels became frozen and frost damaged.
In trying to solve the puzzle, I initially sent photographs of the damaged Skip Laurels into a plant clinic. I was told to use a special plant fertilizer around the bushes which I did. To keep myself and the plants healthy, always follow the directions for fertilizer use.
This spring, the Skip Laurel’s new growth shows slightly frost damaged on the ends.
The three Skip Laurels are in a row with clumps of Maiden Grass. Please note the three transplanted white azalea bushes in full bloom.
Well, now after a short time frame with careful watering and fertilization, the Skip Laurels are looking robust. They pretty much recovered from that cold spell. To thrive, the new plants need to be well watered to help develop the root system.
Notice how tall the Maiden Grass has grown in this photograph. This grass will eventually grow 4-7 feet tall and 5 feet wide. After 3-5 years, you can divide the plants.
Brilliance Autumn Ferns in Garden Update One
The rows of Brillance Autumn Ferns are definitely looking much better after lots of water and some springtime fertilizer. You can tell by all the new fronds.
These Brillance Autumn Ferns are easy to grow in a shady spot. Once established, the tag said they are drought resistant.
These ferns were planted under the shade of my maple tree. The new fronds are striking shades of orange red to copper pink.
This is a pretty shady location. We will see how things go.
Little Rascal Holly Bushes
Now we come to our l two Little Rascal Holly Bushes. They are slow growers and will stay small for a long time.
The Little Rascal Holly Bushes are surrounded by green hosta plants. They had a few yellow leaves on them which I pulled off. To get the leaves bright green again, I gave them a dash of fertilizer recommended for holly plants, and we’ll see how they grow.
Garden One Update Ending
As you can see, I’ve been busy watering and fertilizing the garden plants. Plus, I’ve been giving the new plants lots of tender loving care.
For now, I guess it is back to weeding. No that will never be my favorite gardening chore.
Love Your Garden!