Archive for October, 2006
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Thursday, October 26th, 2006
Is it too late to plant?
Every day someone asks if it is too late to plant….Well, here in Virginia is a perfect time. The weather has cooled, we are getting somewhat regular rainfall….hard ground freezes are still some time away…plus, most of your plantings are container grown and come with an excellent fibrous root system….fibrous roots are how the plants [...]
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Monday, October 9th, 2006
Is this a good time to transplant perennials and shrubs?
Absolutely……the weather has cooled, we are getting some good rain (to say the least) ……Dig your perennials ensuring to get an adequate root system…Use a sharp knife or garden spade to divide into pieces which each should have some ‘good roots’…..replant at the same depth as before…no deeper!….do not let the newly planted [...]
