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T. E. Bilderback, Extension Specialist R. E. Bir, Extension Specialist
Summer propagation of many woody ornamentals can be accomplished by rooting softwood or semi-hardwoodshootsin inexpensive frames equipped with an intermit-tent mist system. During high sum-mer temperatures, leafy soft shoots root more readily if structures are equipped with mist.
7/25/1995 7:07:08 AM: North Carolina State University - Cooperative Extension

AZALEA CULTURE FOR NORTH CAROLINA GARDENERS
Holes dug in poorly drained soil will only fill with water and continue to hold this excess over a long period of time -- irregardless of the size of the hole.
7/25/1995 7:07:09 AM: North Carolina State University - Cooperative Extension

SHRUBS 1 TO 4 FEET HIGH FOR NORTH CAROLINA LANDSCAPES
Plants in this category are not only used for their functional value but also for their aesthetic features. Several of the plants in this group, if completely forgotten, will grow higher than 4 feet and broader than the typical 3 to 4 feet.
7/25/1995 7:07:09 AM: North Carolina State University - Cooperative Extension

SHRUBS 4 TO 8 FEET HIGH FOR NORTH CAROLINA LANDSCAPES
Pampas grass, Pieris, Viburnum and Mahonia could be strong accent plants because of their individual form, texture and plume or berry features. Often becomes leggy when grown in unfavorable locations.
7/25/1995 7:07:09 AM: North Carolina State University - Cooperative Extension

SHRUBS 8+ FEET HIGH FOR NORTH CAROLINA LANDSCAPES
Practical uses include large plants as screening plantings or tall specimen or accent plants. When properly selected and located, the plants in category will certainly enhance the landscape setting. As many these plants are fast growing and can easily reach 15 to 20 feet in height, be sure to give them the required growing space.
7/25/1995 7:07:09 AM: North Carolina State University - Cooperative Extension

SMALL AND INTERMEDIATE TREES FOR NORTH CAROLINA
The limited space in urban set-tings requires the extensive use of small and intermediate sized trees. Residential landscapes utilize many of these trees as "under-story" trees in natural areas where shade is a factor.
7/25/1995 7:07:09 AM: North Carolina State University - Cooperative Extension

M. A. (Kim) Powell, Extension Horticultural Specialist
When choosing trees, consider the growth rate and habit along with the overall form and texture of leaves and bark. Often, shade tree damage in the form of soil compaction, root damage, improper pruning, chemical and mechanical injury can cause irreversible harm to a tree.
7/25/1995 7:07:09 AM: North Carolina State University - Cooperative Extension

Horticultural Science
In wildflower tings, weed management is a com-plex system that requires knowledge of the specific wildflowers weeds, environmental and control methods. Seedlings that emerge first are often able to capture more space and resources and this gives them a competitive edge over later germinating seed.
7/25/1995 7:07:09 AM: North Carolina State University - Cooperative Extension

HINTS FOR FALL-PLANTED SPRING AND EARLY SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS
If the soil is mostly sand, add an organic amendment to increase water and nutrient holding capacity. Spring and early summer flowering bulbs must be planted in the fall in order to develop a root system and satisfy the cold requirement of the bulbs.
8/1/1995 4:15:58 PM: North Carolina State University - Cooperative Extension