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How to properly water your plants
Posted: 03.25.2011 at 2:19 PM
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A 30-80 percent water savings can be realized from proper irrigation practices.

Flower Bed Watering

            Frequency- annuals need daily watering, perennials every 3-4 days or weekly, natives and xeric plants every 2-4 weeks.

            Amount- until the soil is moist to depth of 6-8” (about 1” each time)

Groundcover Areas

            Frequency- every 3-4 days or weekly, natives and xeric every 2-4 weeks

            Amount- until the soil is moist to a depth of 6-8” (about 1” each time)

Shrubs and Trees

            Frequency- one a week, or every two weeks

            Amount- Fill the ring twice, put down at least 1 gallon per inch of caliper (trees) or foot of height (shrubs). Do not let evergreens and woody plants go into the winter dry!

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Greenside Nursery is a full service garden center. We carry a wide assortment of shade and decorative trees, evergreens, shrubs, perennials and annuals.  There are also spring and fall bulbs and seeds for veggies, wildflowers and grass.Our nursery staff is knowledgeable and always ready to answer all of your questions.  Bring in a picture or sketch and we will help you plan your flower garden or landscape.  You can also bring in a picture, or part of a distressed or diseased plant and we will be happy to diagnose the problem and advise you on the best way to make it happy again.
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