Westland Horticulture 20100418 Buxus Feed & Protect Concentrates 2 in 1 (2x500ML)

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Box trees growing in containers require feeding a little more frequently and are fed differently from those growing in the ground. Therefore, the first step when feeding a box tree is to think about where you are growing it and whether the soil or growing medium in that location is optimal for the health of the variety you are growing. If plants are in the ground and nutrients are required, apply a balanced fertiliser in the autumn to allow take up through the roots during the winter which will give natural growth in the spring. Be aware that products such as Xentariare not registered for use in the UK and we cannot advise on their use.

There are a number of different types of mulch that you might use around Buxus, including homemade compost, leaf mould and well-rotted manure. Extensive populationscan be treated with an insecticide. Thorough spray coverage is required if control is to be achieved In addition to this annual mulching, it is also a good idea to add more organic matter around your box whenever it is pruned or when work due to illness or pests has been undertaken. An organic approach is always best and you may not need to do any more than mulching when growing box trees in the ground.Often considered a very slow grower, we deem Box plants to be slow to medium in their growth rate, achieving 10-15cm per annum. Box Rust is a very mild condition where some foliage can be affected by a rust coloured blister. However, there is no long-term damage associated with Box rust; treatment consists of simply trimming the affected foliage away. Still Worried About Box Hedge Problems?

Acid, alkaline or neutral. Moist but well-drained. Chalk, loam or sand. Use a good compost like No 2 Supreme Potting Compost when potting on. Pheromone traps, can indicate whether there are moths in the areaand their level of activity. These areavailable from several suppliers including Agralan, Dragonfli and Solabiol Mulch adds nutrients to the soil as it breaks down that can be taken up by the roots of your plants.

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Direction for Use:Westland's Buxus 2 in 1 Feed & Protect can be used every 7-14 days from early spring to the end of summer. When using this product, remember no to mix the contents of the 2 bottles directly together without diluting each with water first. Forceful spraying is needed to penetrate into the interior of box plants through the webbed-together leaves Initial symptoms are the delayed emergence of new growth. Patches of wilted and discoloured leaves increase in size before falling from the plant. Spores masses that often appear underneath the leaves in wet or humid conditions are pink rather than white for box blight. Treatment

This breaks down to provide organic matter, conserves soil moisture and prevents the spread of fungal spores from water splash.” Of course, as with growing box trees in the ground, the growing medium should be your first concern. If you'd like more than 10 bags of compost please call our Customer Service team who can arrange for a bespoke competitive quote on 01480 774555 (standard network charges apply) All of these choices offer a good nutritional profile and slow-release fertiliser for these plants. Saturday deliveries are possible to arrange. This is a premium service and there will be an additional charge if you opt for this. How much does delivery cost?You can use this two in one solution with ease as it is pet friendly and non-harmful to bees and butterflies. It is also safe to use when in the garden with children. For even better results, use Westland Tree & Shrub Planting & Potting Mix alongside this solution. As you can see from the above, feeding box trees is a simple process that differs when growing in the ground compared with container cultivation. Apply a granular slow-release fertilizer that preferably lasts a full 12 months. Ensure it is well watered in. A regular watering is needed. Try and keep the leaves dry and water from the base. Buxus sempervirens has dense, small, round, dark evergreen leaves with an average growth rate of approx 10-15cm per annum. When you buy box hedging, it should be trimmed in late spring with hand garden shears, keeping the blade of the shears parallel to the hedge surface. For an even more low growing hedge, try Dwarf Box Hedging Plants (Buxus sempervirens Suffriticosa), or view our incredible selection of low growing hedging plants for more options and inspiration. Box Topiary Box takes its nutrients from the soil in which it grows, so ensuring that the soil is healthy is the foundation of any good feeding regime.