Fall Tips for Trees and Shrubs

Fertilize Evergreens (Azalea, Rhododendron, Holly, Dogwoods, Junipers, Spruce, etc. ) with Holly-Tone - use half the recommended rate for spring

Fertilize Deciduous Trees when they begin to loose their leaves with Tree-Tone - use half the recommended rate for spring

Use Plant-Tone for any other shrubs or perennials that need to be fertilized, and use half the recommended rate for spring

Transplant Trees & Shrubs - use Root Stimulator to encourage root growth, and pine soil conditioner to improve your soil

For New Plantings up to 2 years old, water when necessary until the ground freezes - Fall watering is VERY important

Prune any plant that flowered in late summer or fall - Also, prune back your Junipers and Yews if needed

Some Corrective Pruning can be done to shade trees in the fall (crossing, dead, or diseased branches)

Do Not Prune Evergreens such as Blue Spruce, Norway Spruce, White Pine, and Austrian Pine - Pruning will remove buds for next years growth

Do Not Prune Spring Flowering Trees or Shrubs! (Azalea, Rhododendron, Lilac, Dogwoods, etc.)