Blossoming Questions

Do you think Italian Cypress trees could grow in Nashville? I have an eye sore I’m the backyard that I’m trying to cover with plants; I’ve planted Little Gem Magnolias, but I’m concerned I planted them too far apart. I was considering planting the Tall skinny Cypress trees in between to help fill it in. Here is a picture. I just read online they do better in more southern climates.

I am planting Easy Elegance^® roses in a large whiskey barrel. Can I leave them outsize all winter in Zone 6-7?

Need tips on planting my “Pink Sparkler”

I am interested in planting Distyllium shrubs in Southern Utah where they are not readily available. The two varieties that I can attain are Vintage Jade and Cinnamon Girl. There is conflicting information available on the mature size. Which of these varieties can I more readily maintain at 2′ high and 4′ wide?

Purchased two Tiger Eyes Sumac Staghorn plants and I want to transplant them into container pots. How do I treat the root balls which are not holding much water from original containers. Do I cut into the root balls to rid the dry soil or just loosen and leave the original soil on the plants? Will garden soil plant material in sacks be a good medium for new planting? I can add to garden soil with cedar grove or fertilize.

What is needed when planting Ruffle Red Magic Crape Myrtle?

The endless summer hydrangeas do you take the canvas sack off around the root before planting or leave on?

I purchased 1 Summer Crush which came with lots of old dead sticks. After 3 weeks of planting, I can see some new leaves growing out but very tiny. I just cut al dead sticks, I’m not sure it can grow bigger and bloom in the first year? I just feel it’s not growing.

I just purchased your Campfire Roses and when I got ready to plant the top 2 inches or so in the pot is covered with shelled hazelnut shells. Do I plant these or remove them at planting time? If I leave them in place, do I cover them with dirt? Thanks!

I need the card that accompanied my tree, I need the directions for planting and care. When I cut the information off of the tree, it broke in many pieces. Help, please!