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How to prune lavender?

oblem for about ten years. However, if you want your lavender plants to maintain a compact and harmonious shape, you must perform annual maintenance pruning and training pruning. If they are not pruned, these bushy plants tend to sag, with stems lying on the ground and an unsightly hollow in the c ...

11
Aug
2023

Caryopteris: A Beautiful Flowering Plant in Autumn

ctacular bloom in late summer and early fall, it is very important to prune the caryopteris after it has flowered. Do not hesitate to practice a severe pruning every year! You should remove all of the aerial part of the plant down to about 5 cm from the stump. The correct method is to cut at the le ...

17
Nov
2023

The shrimp willow: how to plant, maintain, and prune it?

anese willow? When it thrives in its location, the dappled willow is a rather easy shrub to maintain. Its only two requirements are fresh soil and annual pruning. During the first two years after planting, you will need to water it generously 2 to 3 times a week, especially during hot periods. Reg ...

19
June
2024

The Japanese apple tree: a spring flowering shrub

antage that it is low maintenance. After planting, you can protect the foot with leaf mulch to keep the soil cool. Unlike fruiting apple trees, pruning is not essential. However, you can prune this ornamental apple tree to give it a nice shape. Simply cut away the dead wood and intersecting ...

14
Apr
2022

The camerisier or edible honeysuckle: an amazing shrub

em develops. Thereafter, it will be able to withstand some drought. Maintenance is limited to applying compost in March and performing a maintenance pruning if necessary, consisting of cutting off dead or misaligned branches. This pruning can be done in early winter or after harvest. Depending ...

27
Apr
2022

Garden: growing kiwai in 5 questions

ek in hot weather. Adding a layer of mulch to the base of the plant is also a good idea to keep the soil cool in summer. In winter, do a two-eye pruning on twigs that have set fruit and a two-thirds pruning on the remaining twigs. This perennial climber does not pose too many problems for t ...

20
Jan
2023

How to take care of a tradescantia or wandering jew?

nging sadly over time, hence the nickname "misery"! If your plant starts to become leggy and sad-looking, you need to prune it to maintain a certain harmony. Pruning helps to bush out the plant by encouraging branching. Take this opportunity to remove damaged leaves and clean the foliage with non-c ...

25
Oct
2023

Garden: When to Trim Hedges for the Birds?

l summer to avoid disturbing the birds and to promote biodiversity in your garden. The Bird Protection League, or LPO, advises postponing the spring pruning of shrubs and bushes. More specifically, this association recommends not trimming hedges or pruning trees between March 15 and August 31 to gi ...

18
Mar
2024

The loropetalum: a decorative shrub with pink flowers

izer applications are made. Even when planted in the ground, it is important to add compost each year to keep the soil rich. In terms of maintenance, pruning the Chinese Loropetalum is not essential. However, this shrub tolerates it very well after flowering. Once the blooming period is over, you c ...

11
Apr
2024

Shrubby Cinquefoil: 5 Things to Know About This Summer-Blooming Shrub

ight can slightly fade the flowers, especially red or pink varieties. Once well established, it requires no special maintenance, except for an annual pruning at the beginning of spring. Pruning helps to maintain a bushy shape and stimulates flowering since the flowers appear on the shoots of the ye ...

15
May
2024

The hibiscus: a beautiful summer blooming.

left sitting in water. Additionally, this plant should be kept away from cold drafts. It is recommended to regularly trim the stems after flowering, as pruning promotes better blooming. This plant is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and scale insects. A tip for dealing with black aphids is to ...

02
Apr
2008

The Ceylon cinnamon tree: the tree that gives cinnamon

n tree: the bark of this tree is harvested in the rainy season from the branches and twigs of the suckers. Their development is encouraged by regular pruning of the trees. This heat and moisture loving tree grows exclusively in tropical areas. The main cinnamon producing countries are China and I ...

25
Mar
2015

The Rose Days: a floral exhibition at the Abbey of Chaalis in Oise.

assion for roses. It is punctuated by multiple activities for young and old, such as conferences and demonstrations of rose water distillation, rose pruning, and making rose bouquets... "Edition 2023" se traduit en anglais par "2023 edition". The Rose Days will take place on June 9th, 10th, and 11t ...

10
June
2015

Cutting Hair with the Moon: The Lunar Calendar 2024

What is the principle? The Moon, which is Earth's only natural satellite, has captivated humanity since time immemorial. Many civilizations have deified this celestial body, elevating it to the status of a god or goddess, and even today, festivals are dedicated to it. It is therefore not surprisin ...

18
Oct
2018

Garden center purchases: how to choose your plants?

e trunk or main stem? A balanced silhouette is a sign that the plant has grown steadily without stress. - Are there any marks or poorly healed pruning wounds on the stems? - Are there spots or signs of necrosis on the leaves? Healthy foliage should be evenly colored, firm to the touch ...

05
Oct
2022

The stag horn plant or Platycerium: characteristics and maintenance

fficient hygrometry by fogging with non-calcareous water. How to maintain the stag horn plant? Platycerium bifurcatum is a fairly easy care plant. Pruning is limited to removing dried out fronds. You should also check occasionally for caterpillars or grubs attacking the deerhorn plant. To ...

05
Jan
2023

Millettia japonica satsuma : discover the summer wisteria in 5 questions

also appreciates a contribution of compost in the fall. Remember to remove faded flower clusters to prolong its bloom. Once flowering is complete, pruning is limited to removing dead or damaged branches and reducing the length of overgrown stems. Finally, if your area is regularly exposed to f ...

22
Feb
2023

Fire prevention: Météo France launches a forest weather forecast.

rrace, away from bushes and grass that can easily catch fire • for homeowners and/or landowners: respect the obligation to clear the land set by local regulations. Clearing and pruning may seem tedious, but it is the best way to protect your home from fire. To conclude, let us remember the r ...

09
May
2023

The perpetual vegetable garden: which vegetables to plant?

completely self-sufficient. In this type of perennial garden, it is important to contain the growth of plants. In practice, this involves regularly pruning your plants, dividing a plant when it becomes too large, and removing excess bulbs and spontaneous seedlings. Finally, if you want your plant ...

10
May
2023

Garden: 5 good reasons to plant helianthemums.

out any particular care on your part. Not only do they not need to be watered, but they can also withstand frost and cold temperatures up to -15°C. Pruning is also optional, although it can be interesting to trim them after flowering to regenerate these plants and give them a compact appearance. ...

25
Aug
2023