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faster with composted pine as opposed to cedar chips because the manufacturer has already started the process before purchasing for installation. The growing season can be difficult to navigate through especially when it comes to pruning deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs. Plant requirements vary from species to species therefore having a knowledgeable landscaper will pay off in the end. As a rule of thumb, deciduous plants such as Lilac, Forsythia and Viburnum are spring flowering plants, they flower on old growth (growth from the previous growing season), these shrubs should be pruned in summer after the flower heads have died off, this will also deadhead at the same time. Deciduous plants such as Hydrangeas, Spiraea, Ninebark and Rose of Sharon are summer flowering plants, they flower on new growth (current growing season), these shrubs should be pruned in fall, but can be pruned the following spring before the growing season. Evergreens such as Mugo Pines, Yews and False Cypress may be pruned in spring up until the end of June before the heat and drought of the summer set in and can be done again in early fall to shape before the end of the season. Non - flowering shrubs including Barberry, Dogwood and Burning Bush can be pruned in the same timeline as the evergreen schedule. Having a plan for maintaining a garden is a smart course of action for a project of any size. Do not hesitate to contact a reputable landscape professional to help build and/or execute a plan to assist in all stages of maintenance. The points made in this article are only a few but are very important in establishing a healthy plant ecosystem which will help protect investments in landscape and increase visual curb appeal of the property. ■
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