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What to plant this month
Myrtle Oak, Quercus myrtifolia, is an evergreen shrub or tree that slowly grows to 35 feet, with a rounded crown and has crooked branches and a tendency to form thickets when not trained into a upright tree form. Its bark is dark becoming furrowed with age. The leaves are dark green and leathery similar to Live Oak but more rounded in shape. This is a better oak choice than Live Oak or Laurel Oak for dry, drained properties that particularly call for smaller trees. Like its other oak cousins, this is a good wildlife tree and is a good canopy for shading smaller areas.
How to Plant a Plant: Installation Guide!
One of the most important techniques in landscaping is knowing how to properly install a plant. It may seem simple enough to dig a hole in the ground and stick a plant in it, but there is more to it than that. In this short video, we will look over proper planting technique so that each of your plants get installed properly so that they don’t just survive, they thrive!
IMPORTANT MULCH TIP DO NOT spread your mulch up to the base of the plant; this retains moisture around the roots and will cause issues during establishment. Keep the mulch light on the root ball, and thicker on the surrounding areas.
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Serving Pinellas County’s Community for Over 70 Years
Wilcox Nursery & Landscape was established as a family business in 1941. From the very beginning, our commitment has been to Florida, to restoring an ecologically balanced environment. We are proud members of Florida environmental organizations that share our values, including:
- Florida Association of Native Nurseries
- Florida Native Plant Society
- Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council
- Florida Wildflower Foundation
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We have held these values for over 70 years by delivering beautiful and self-sustaining plants and landscapes to residents, organizations, and communities in Tampa Bay area.
I ordered my plants ahead of time and they were ready when I arrived. Great selection of native plants. Pleasant courteous staff.
I love my FL native garden and flagstone walk. It has been a great source of pleasure during the quiet, isolated days of COVID.
