We even have trusted reports that it is growing well in southern Florida – a total first. Originating in Georgia, the Glowing Embers Japanese Maple is a wonderful tree that has all the charms of Japanese maples and, for southern growers, none of the headaches. Finally we have a Japanese maple that enjoy the heat and humidity of the south. It’s almost a cliché to say that northern gardeners envy the variety of plants that can be grown in warmer zones, but with Japanese maples the tables are turned – it’s the southern gardeners who envy the ability of growers in cool, damp areas like the northwest to enjoy these wonderful trees with ease. Love can come at a price, though, and for gardeners in much of the country these desirable trees need a lot of attention, and they still often fail or under-perform. Japanese maples are certainly the most desired of garden trees, loved by all for their beauty and diversity of colors and forms. Trim as needed to develop a taller trunk or a more mature look. Water regularly, especially during the early years, and this tree is normally free of pests or diseases. The best soil is rich, moist and well-drained, and organic material added at planting time, and as mulch, will help it grow well. It can tolerate full sun in cooler states. Your Glowing Embers Japanese Maple will grow best with some morning sun and afternoon shade. Excellent small shade tree over 20 feet tall.Non-scorching leaves like delicate fingers.Spectacular fall colors of oranges and reds.Very heat-tolerant in the hottest states. Use it on a lawn, in a courtyard, behind your shrubs, in an Asian-themed garden, and even in a planter. Vigorous, it grows to 15 feet within 10 years, making an excellent small shade tree that will become over 20 feet tall and wide. It is very resistant to summer heat and humidity, and doesn’t scorch or burn the way so many others do. The Glowing Embers Japanese Maple is a fabulous tree that brings growing Japanese maples within the reach of gardeners in the South. We've gotta protect good ole' Mother Nature, after all. While we wish we could serve everyone, it's for the safety of native species and helps prevent the spread of invasive disease & pests. The short & sweet answer is: "United States Department of Agriculture Restrictions." Every state has their own unique USDA restrictions on which plants they allow to come into their state. You will receive email notifications along the way on the progress of your order, as well as tracking information to track your plants all the way to their new home! Why are some states excluded from shipping? Orders typically ship out within 2 business days. How does the delivery process work?Īll of our orders ship via FedEx Ground! Once your order is placed online, our magic elves get right to work picking, staging, boxing and shipping your trees. You'll find we carry young 1-gallons, up to more mature 7-gallons ranging anywhere from 6 inches to 6ft. While the industry-standard terminology is to call the sizes "Gallon Containers", that doesn't exactly translate to the traditional liquid "gallon" size we think of. Nursery containers come in a variety of different sizes, and old-school nursery slang has stuck. You can use pruning to control size, but don't prune of more than 1/3 of the plant for best results.All tree, and nothin' but the tree! We measure from the top of the soil to the top of the tree the height of the container or the root system is never included in our measurements. Pruning: You don’t need to prune Encore azaleas, but pruning after they are done blooming can help encourage a bushier growth and renew an older plant. Fertilize in late winter or early spring before flowering for best results. To improve drainage in something like a heavy clay soil, add compost and be sure to loosen up the soil well before planting.įertilizer: Choose a balanced slow release fertilizer. Mulching with pine straw or pine bark will help over time as they begin to break down, but are not an immediate solution. To acidify your soil amend with compost, elemental sulfur, or use fertilizers specific for acid loving plants. If you have alkaline soil, be sure to amend it. Soil: Azaleas prefer soil that drains well and is acidic. While your Encore azalea will still grow and even bloom in shady areas they are less likely to rebloom and the blooms won't be as prolific. Encore azaleas will perform best with at least 4-6 hours of sun. However, if you avoid freezing and extremely hot temperatures you can plant any time of the year Planting time: Spring and fall are ideal times to plant azaleas. When planting your azalea be sure you have the right location and conditions for your new plants to thrive.
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