2010年10月11日星期一

11 Oct 10 Hamamelis - How to Grow Witch Hazel

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If you notice new growth emerging from the base of your plant it is likely that these are suckers growing directly from the rootstock. Remove these as they appear as they are undesirable, not characteristic of the plant you chose and will eventually weaken your plant.
Hamamelis are quite easy plants to grow and they are sure to reward you fully when established. When you buy your plants you should always try to move them in to their final positions as soon as you're able to. If you cannot plant them immediately you should try to keep your plants roots moist and store them in a cool and bright space until planting is possible.
Hamamelis or Witch Hazel are exquisite plants that add an abundance of nfl jersey
colour and scent to the winter/spring garden. Plants flower on bare stems in late Winter/early Spring shades of yellow, orange and red and their spidery, striking blooms produce an intoxicating perfume that fills the air. Leaves follow the blooms and provide an equally magnificent show in autumn. This plant really does offer year round interest and value for money.
As slow growing plants, Hamamelis generally require little maintenance or pruning. Water plants well in their first year after planting to ensure that they do not dry out and that they have the right conditions to establish well. You should, however, be careful not to over water plants. Apply a general fertiliser at intervals in the growing season and mulch in New Orleans Saints jersey
spring. Pruning should be light, if necessary, and only dead, diseased or crossing wood should be removed.
When planting Hamamelis it is advised that the ideal position is sunny and bright, although plants can tolerate some shade. Plants placed in deeper shade become weak and produce inadequate growth. Hamamelis help to add structure to the back or middle of borders and can also be fan trained against walls to make very attractive features. If you wish to grow your plant in a container you should always make sure that it is watered regularly to stop them drying out and fed as necessary.
Hamamelis will grow in a wide range of soil types and conditions but they always require good drainage. You can improve your soil with god preparation and by digging it over with a garden fork or spade, adding plenty of organic matter as you go. Well-rotted garden compost, leaf mould or multi-purpose compost will suffice. A slightly acid to neutral pH is ideal and you can check your soil pH with a soil testing kit if you are concerned that you may not have the required pH. Apply an annual mulch of San Francisco 49ers jersey
organic matter in Spring to help further improve soil structure, retain moisture and feed plants.

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