Evergreens

A single specimen evergreen provides a stately focal point in your landscape.  A screen of evergreen trees provides a permanent year round windbreak and can obscure an unwanted view.  When deciduous trees are barren during the winter months, evergreen trees provide color.

When choosing the location for any tree, remember that it is just that - a tree.  White Pines, Spruce and Hemlock are charming as young plants, but space that will be necessary in the future should be taken into consideration.

It is important to remember that evergreens do not like "wet feet".  Plant evergreens in an area where there is good drainage.

Planting - Evergreens can be safely planted any time from march through November in our area.  Spring and fall are the most ideal planting times.

Upkeep - Wateryour evergreen tree 2 3 times a week during it's first year.  Water whenever the soil feels dry.  During the next few years, supplemental watering will also be needed, although not as often.  Do not forget to water during dry spells.  Water thoroughly when you do water, allowing the moisture to penetrate to a 6-8" depth.  A light watering encourages the tree roots to grow near the soil surface only.  The tree will not survive a hot, dry summer with only surface roots.

Fertilizing - Apply a general purpose 10-10-10 fertilizer or tree fertilizer eacg Spring or Fall.  Always follow the product label and never apply more fertilizer than is recommended.