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PLEASE REFER TO THE TIPS BELOW TO HELP KEEP YOUR GARDEN GROWING GREAT

Friday, January 22nd, 2010

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  • Hand-water all plants everyday for the first 2 weeks (AT LEAST 15 seconds on each plant)
  • Refer to the Tree Care Card for all trees 15″ and over
  • Calibrate your sprinklers for each area by placing a tuna can on the ground. When it is full (1″) then you have given that area enough water. Please watch and make sure that all plants are being covered!!
  • After hand-watering for 2 weeks, please set sprinklers for every other day for 2 weeks, then every three days for 3 weeks, then you can resume your regular irrigation schedule for your new plants (not including trees). If you notice wilt in between watering, check the soil-if it is dry then hand-water!
  • All plants have been given a root stimulator and slow-release fertilizer. Please fertilize all shrubs, trees, and greenery 3 x’s per year:  Early Spring, Late Summer, and Mid Fall. Flowering perennials and annuals can be fed a higher phosphorus fertilizer every month, or as needed.
  • Prune all plants in early spring (can cut up to 1/3 off). You can selectively prune throughout the year. Warning: Prune lightly in the summer when plants are under stress. Fall Pruning will not produce much new growth until spring!!
  • Due to the amended soil, increased watering, and fertilizer.  HAND weeding will be necessary about 1 month after installation.
  • If there are any concerns or questions regarding your new plants, please contact us immediately at 407-896-5951 or e-mail pictures to Allison at palmersgarden@aol.com

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Palmer’s Tree Tips

Friday, January 22nd, 2010

As trees mature, they need different care and maintenance.  Here are some helpful tips:

  • It may take 6-24 months for your tree to become established. WATERING is the key to survival!
  • Water should be applied directly to the root ball by slowly filling the basin around the tree.
  • Water daily for the first 2 weeks | Every 2 days for the next 4-6 weeks | 2 times per week for the next 7-12 weeks | Once per week for next 1-2 years
  • Use the root stimulator once every other week until the bottle is gone. Apply stimulator to well-watered root ball!

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Living Holiday Gifts

Monday, December 21st, 2009

Is there someone on your Christmas list, and you’re just not sure what to get them?  One creative, unique gift idea is a live plant.  There’s a variety of assorted indoor plants and herbs that are easy to care for and make great Christmas gifts that last well beyond the holiday.  An indoor plant not only color and works with almost all home decor, but can literally “liven” up any office or home.

Poinsettias are traditionally associated with the holiday season, but there are many other plants that are appropriate to be given as gifts.  Topiaries, Christmas cacti, ivies, and rosemary are a few examples that can be hand selected based on size, color, and preference.  Christmas cacti have been gaining popularity recently, due to their beauty and ease of maintenance.  Topiaries are always in style, and make a beautiful addition to any holiday decor or all year round.

Live plants are a creative Christmas gift for anyone, green-thumb or not.  Visit Palmer’s to select from our wide variety of indoor plants that are sure to be the hit of a holiday party or gift exchange!

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Last Minute Holiday Decorations

Monday, December 21st, 2009

If you’re like the rest of us, finding the time to decorate can be a challenge, and the holidays approaching quickly!  Live garland and wreaths are a simple way to add holiday flare to your home without a lot of time or costs.  Although artificial plants are common because of their ease, the look of a live plant is no comparison, and who doesn’t love walking into their home and taking in that evergreen scent that reminds us of the holidays?

Wreaths are perhaps the easiest way to bring a little holiday cheer into your home.  You can hang them on any door inside or outside simply by purchasing an over-the-door-hanger.  Wreaths can also be hung on the walls inside or outside your home.  Combining decorative accents to the wreaths like bows, pine cones, or even a few ornaments will add the finishing touches just in time for the holidays.

Garland is another holiday classic holiday decoration and can be strung on staircases, window frames, or practically anywhere imaginable, with the ease of a few wires or clips.  Garland can also be crafted into centerpieces for your dining room table; add candles and bows to top it off!

Palmer’s has all the items you need to decorate your home for the holidays!  Come in and take advantage of our great deals and get your family and home into the holiday spirit!

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