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I recently brought home some new plants most of which were perennials.
I found this advice from the Diggers Club about planting,
very helpful. Planting Instructions Soil preparation is the key - dig to at least a spade depth, breaking up the clods incorporating well-rotted animal manure or blood and bone. It is best to establish your new plants away from more mature plants, to avoid competition for light, nutrients, and water. Tease plant roots gently, and plant to the original soil depth, watering in well. Mulching plants will prevent weed growth, and produce a more vigorous plant. Healthy plants, like people have better immunity to pest and diseases. |
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Getting the best from your perennials |
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Evergreen perennials come from climates that have warmer winters
and hotter summers. Foliage remains throughout winter and new growth develops up the stem. |
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Herbaceous perennials die to a dormant crown in the
winter. They come from parts of the world that have heavy frosts,
cold winters, and moderatlely warm summers. Seasonal garden principles |
Spring - Growth begins. Be careful that slugs and snails do not eat emerging growth. Establish support for taller growing plants. Mulch borders to boost growth and suffocate weeds. Summer/Autumn - After the flowering cycle finishes, flowers should be deadheaded to encourage new growth and further flowering. |
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