Watering, Mulching & Cultivation

    In the absence of regular rainfall, plants should be watered regularly during the first two years after planting. Water sufficiently often to keep the soil around the roots from drying out. Water deeply with a very slow-running hose. Shallow watering does no good. The amount of watering needed will depend on factors such as sun exposure, wind, and type of soil. Never water without first checking the moisture content of the ground. Plants will die just as quickly from over watering as they do from drought.

Mulching is beneficial since it not only improves appearance but adds organic matter, retards the growth of weeds, and most importantly, conserves moisture. Keep in mind when planting that if mulch is to be applied, planting should be slightly more shallow so that the mulch will not cover any leaves.

Since English Boxwoods are very shallow-rooted, roots are easily damaged by digging around the plants. The lower area of the plants themselves are also easily injured by lawn mowers. Use mulch to control grass and eliminate the need for digging around the plants.

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