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gb41db34 on
May 9, 2018
alaskaQ.blue holly
Prince princess in same pot. Do I separate them when plant now they are touching
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 9, 2018A.There is nothing wrong with planting them together. Many growers sell them in just the same way you purchased.
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Anonymous on
June 13, 2018Q.prince blue holly
how much space should I leave between the 2 I am planting? I do not intend on pruning as I am using as a hedge....
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 14, 2018 - Asked by
Anonymous on
May 11, 2019Q.most of my blue prince holly’s leaves have turned brown and brittle. Part of the shrub is alive with healthy green leaves should
I cut the shrub back? Should I cut the branches back as most have green leaves and the holly seems to still be alive?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 12, 2019A.It would appear that you are just outside of their native region. Without winter protection during the colder parts of the year, it can kill off much of the growth. Sometimes it will be killed all the way back to the ground. I would make sure to give plenty of protection in winter, such as mulching, and wrapping the tree in burlap during the night.
You can safely cut out any dead growth. This will help promote new growth.
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Cosmicmama5270 on
September 5, 2020
44133Q.I Have Blue Holly Planted Late In The Season Of 2014. They Are Planted Near The House, Is The Masonary Leeching Keeping Them
scrawny? The blue princess is doing OK, The blue prince has gotten taller and is still scrawny although by the look of the princess is doing his job. I have put on Dr. Earth and Holly tone, Do I need more? Should I replace the dirt? The roots seem to want to grow to the top. Can I transplant to a southern exposure but the sun may be too intense. I leave in North Royalton OHIO about 15 miles from Lake Erie.
Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 7, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, your photo did not come through. I am unable to see the state of the shrub.They are shade tolerant, but too much shade will slow growth and cause lankiness.
The first thing that you might want to do is to test your soil for pH issues, and nutrient imbalances. These articles will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm
Here is an article that will help you to understand the care requirements for the shrub:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/growing-meserve-blue-hollies.htm
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