8. Remember Plants Are Living Things
Plants are living things! Nature often has a mind of its own. Sometimes, even if you do everything right, a plant or tree may go into shock or die—that’s simply part of the gardening journey. Treat these moments as opportunities to learn and refine your plant selection or methods. Above all, gardening should remain enjoyable, not stressful. If one approach doesn’t work, try another. Even seasoned gardeners experience the occasional loss—they just reflect, learn, and move forward.
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Our Guarantee - We believe plants and trees aren’t disposable commodities. We sell only healthy plants and therefore do not offer exchanges for loss. Instead, we provide expert advice to help you understand how to nurture and care for your garden, so you can fully embrace the wonderful experience of growing living plants.
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Quick Reference Summary -
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Location: Full to partial sun, sheltered from strong winds, well-draining soil.
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Soil Prep: Incorporate compost or manure; use gypsum if dealing with heavy clay.
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Planting: Hole twice as wide, same depth as the root ball; level the top with ground.
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Staking: Two or three stakes with flexible ties; allow slight movement.
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Watering: Deep watering 2–3 times/week for first 4–6 weeks, then taper off.
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Fertiliser: Apply slow-release fertiliser in spring; avoid over-fertilising.
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Mulch: Maintain 5–10 cm thick layer, keeping mulch away from trunk.
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Pruning: Minimal in the first year; remove only damaged or diseased limbs.
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Monitoring: Look out for pests/diseases, adjust watering based on weather, and loosen ties/stakes as the tree grows.
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Remember Plants Are Living Things: Nature has its own will and way, sometimes, even if you do everything right, your plant or tree may go into shock or die.