Use and Care Manual

TIPS FOR SUCCESS
Growing results may vary by region.
Watering: Suffi cient watering is a
must! Try not to let the soil completely
dry out. To determine if your
plant needs water,
press your fi nger 2 to
3 inches into the soil. If it
feels dry, it’s time to water.
Overwatering can be as damaging
as underwatering. Be sure the area
surrounding your plant has good
drainage and avoid standing water.
Pruning/Maintenance: Upon arrival,
and throughout your plant’s life,
remove wilted or discolored foliage
to encourage new
growth. If the
plants begin to
look leggy, cut
them back by
about one-half of
their height. If weeds
grow around your
plant, pull them, including
roots, as soon as they appear.
Containers: Some
annuals can be
grown in containers,
too. Choose a pot
that is large enough
to allow for plant
growth and spread,
and be sure it has adequate
drainage. Container plants will
require more frequent watering.
Discard the plants once they have
fi nished fl owering at the end of the
season or after fi rst frost.
Upon arrival, carefully remove
your plant from the shipping box
and water.
Dig a hole twice the width and
depth of the plant’s root ball
(soil-and-root mass).
Before transplanting, gently
break up the root ball to
encourage root growth.
For best results, add a water-
soluble fertilizer after transplant,
repeating every 7 to 10 days.
Water the plant generously.
Flip the plant upside down and
gently remove the pot by pulling
it up and away from the root
ball. Recycle the pot.
Place plant into hole and fi ll with
loose soil until the top of the root
ball is level with the ground.
Monitor the growth of your plant.
Maintain moist soil, remove
weeds, fertilize and enjoy!
Determine the best garden
location for your annual plant.
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