Corona's Principles of Planting How to Guide

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BASICS OF HOW AND WHEN TO PLANT
When To Plant
Flowering shrubs can be planted almost any time of
the year, although you will need to be extra diligent
about watering if you plant them during the heat
of summer. See WISE WATERING for more details.
Most plants and trees can be planted in late winter
through fall, depending on your hardiness zone and
hard frost dates.
How To Plant
Dig a hole about twice the size of the container, and
loosen the roots. Remove any tags or wires and
position the plant in the hole. Fill the hole with soil,
pausing about halfway full to reposition the plant
if necessary. Unless the soil is very poor, do not
add compost or other organic material to the hole.
How To Water
Water the plant, fi rst moistening the soil, then
soaking it well. You may need to do this every day for
the fi rst week or so, then gradually wean the plant
off of frequent watering so it develops a nice, deep
root system. You will likely need to water the plant
at least once a week during its fi rst season in your
garden, but once established, most shrubs will do well
without watering.
A Golden Rule To Garden By
The prime principle to adhere to for successful
gardening is “suit the plant to the site.” And the advice
given in this guide will help you along the way.