5pk Narcissus 'Gigantic Star' Bulbs - National Plant Network
5pk Narcissus 'Gigantic Star' Bulbs - National Plant Network
Care Instructions
Water me as
soon as I'm out of
the box.
Put me in the
perfect spot.
Transplant me!
Water and feed me as needed.
Upon arrival, carefully remove your plant from the shipping box and water.
Determine the best garden location for your annual plant.
Dig a hole twice the width and depth of the plant's root ball (soil-and-root mass).
Flip the pant upside down and gently remove the pot by pulling it up and away from the root ball. Recycle the pot.
Before transplanting, gently break up the root ball to encourage root growth.
Place plant into hole and fill with loose soil until the top of the root ball is level with the ground.
For best results, add a water-soluble fertilizer after transplant, repeating every 7 to 10 days. Water the plant generously.
Monitor the growth of your plant. Maintain moist soil, remove weeds, fertilize and enjoy!
Tips for success
Growing results may vary by region
Watering
Sufficient watering is a must! Try not to let the soil completely dry out. To determine if your plant needs water, press your finger 2 to 3 inches into the soil. If it feels dry, it’s time to water. Overwatering can be as damaging as under watering. 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.
Upon arrival, carefully remove your plant from the shipping box and water.
Pick a room for your plant to live in, near a window with filtered, indirect sunlight.
Use a container that is suitable to the mature height and width of your houseplant, with proper drainage holes and a tray underneath.
Fill the container with potting soil about halfway.
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 new pot and fill with loose soil until the top of the root ball is level with the top of the container.
Feed your plant with a water-soluble fertilizer, repeating once a month. Water the plant generously.
Monitor the growth of your houseplant. Maintain moist soil, fertilize and enjoy!
Tips for success
Growing results may vary by region
Watering
Sufficient watering isa must! Water once a week or when soil appears dry. Water thoroughly so it reaches the tray underneath. Most houseplants require that the soil dries out between watering but never allow it to become completely dry. Overwatering can be as damaging as under watering. Be sure your container has adequate drainage holes to avoid standing water.
Pruning/Maintenance
Houseplants rarely need pruning. However, any dead, damaged or unsightly growth can be removed as needed to maintain an attractive appearance. Often, plants outgrow
their containers and need to be repotted into another larger container to promote further growth.
Winterizing
All houseplants should remain indoors during the cold winter months. Some plants can be moved outdoors in shaded areas during Summer months.
Upon arrival, carefully remove your plant from the shipping box and water.
Determine the best garden location for your perennial plant.
Dig a hole twice the width and dept of the plant's root ball (soil-and-root mass).
Flip the plant upside down and gently remove the pot by pulling it up and away from the root ball. Recycle the pot.
Before transplanting, gently break up the root ball to encourage root growth.
Place plant into hole and fill with loose soil until the top of the root ball is level with the ground.
For best results, add a water-soluble fertilizer offer transplant. Water the plant generously.
Monitor the growth of your plant. Maintain moist soil, remove weeds, fertilizer and enjoy!
Tips for success
Growing results may vary by region
Watering
Sufficient watering is a must! Try not to let the soil completely dry out. To determine if your plant needs water, press your finger 2 to 3 inches into the soil. If it feels dry, it’s time to water. Overwatering can be as damaging as under watering. Be sure the area surrounding your plant has good drainage and avoid standing water.Watering thoroughly in late fall will enhance your perennial’s cold tolerance through winter.
Feeding
Feed your plants once every 2 to 3 weeks during the growing season with a water-soluble fertilizer. Discontinue feeding after September 1, so your plant scan harden off for their long Winter nap. Resume fertilizing once new growth appears in spring.
Pruning
Remove faded, spent flowers to encourage more blooms! Trim any dead, damaged or unsightly growth as needed to maintain an attractive appearance. In late fall, cut the remaining foliage to the ground after it has died. Perennials will come back flourishing in the spring!
Mulching
Apply a 2 to 4-in. layer of shredded bark, compost, leaves, straw or other organic matter around your plants to promote moisture retention, maintain even soil temperatures and discourage weed growth. Mulch heavily before winter by mounding a 6 to 8-in.layer of mulch around the plant. In spring, remove old mulch and replenish as needed.
Containers
Some perennials 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
Upon arrival, carefully remove your plant from the shipping box and water.
Determine the best garden location for your shrub.
Dig a hole twice the width and depth of the plant's root ball (soil-and-root mass).
Flip the plant upside down and gently remove the pot by pulling it up and away from the root ball. Recycle the pot.
Before transplanting, gently break up the root ball to encourage root growth.
Place plant into hole and fill with loose soil until the top of the root ball is level with the ground.
For best results, add a water-soluble fertilizer after transplant. Water the plant generously.
Monitor the growth of your shrub. Maintain moist soil, remove weeds, fertilize and enjoy!
Tips for success
Growing results may vary by region
Watering
Sufficient watering is a must! Try not to let the soil completely dry out – you may have to water every few days if rainfall does not occur.Overwatering can be as damaging as under watering. Be sure the area surrounding your shrub has enough drainage to avoid standing water. Watering thoroughly in late fall will enhance your shrub’s cold tolerance through winter.
Feeding
Feed your shrub once every 2 to 3 weeks during the growing season with a water-soluble fertilizer for acid-loving plants. Discontinue feeding after September 1, so your shrubs can harden off for their long Winter nap.Resume fertilizing when new growth appears in Spring.
Mulching
Apply a 2 to 4-in. layer of shredded bark, compost, leaves, straw or other organic matter around your shrubs to promote
moisture retention, maintain even soil
temperatures and discourage weed growth. Replenish mulch as needed.
Pruning
Shrubs may be pruned to one-third the size after the growing and flowering season – ideally during the dormant winter months.
Maintenance
Upon arrival, and throughout your shrub’s life, remove wilted or discolored foliage to encourage new growth. If weeds grow around your plant, pull them, including roots, as soon as they appear.
Upon arrival, carefully remove your plant from the shipping box and water.
Determine the best location for your tree.
Dig a hole twice the width and depth of the plant's root ball (soil-and-root-mass).
Flip the plant upside down and gently remove the pot by pulling it up and away from the root ball. Recycle the pot.
Before transplanting, gently break up the root ball to encourage root growth.
Place plant into hole and fill with loose soil until the top of the root ball is level with the ground.
Water the plant generously.
Monitor the growth of your tree. Maintain moist soil, remove weeds and enjoy!
Tips for success
Growing results may vary by region
Watering
Sufficient watering is a must! Try not to let the soil completely dry out. You may have to
water every few days if rainfall does not
occur. Overwatering can be as damaging asunder watering. Be sure the area surrounding your tree has enough drainage to avoid standing water. Watering thoroughly in late fall will enhance your tree’s cold tolerance through winter.
Mulching
Apply a 2 to 4-in. layer of shredded bark, compost, leaves, straw or other organic matter around your tree to promote moisture retention, maintain even soil temperatures and discourage weed growth. Replenish the mulch as needed.
Pruning
Remove any branches that become overlapped, damaged or unsightly. To ensure
your tree keeps its form, remove any growth that appears on the trunk below the main branches and any growth coming up from the root area.
Weeding
Sufficient watering is a must! Try not to let the soil completely dry out. You may have to
water every few days if rainfall does not
occur. Overwatering can be as damaging asunder watering. Be sure the area surrounding your tree has enough drainage to avoid standing water. Watering thoroughly in late fall will enhance your tree’s cold tolerance through winter.