TRADE LIST 
PLANTING AND CARE OF AZALEAS, KALMIAS AND RHODODENDRONS 
Soil Composition: To get the best results, the soil must be acid and well drained, 
(testing pH 5-6) An excellent mixture is: 
2 parts of sandy loam. 
I part of leaf mold, preferably from hardwood growth, avoid¬ 
ing use of leaf mold from maple trees. 
1 part Florida Humus. 
1 part old dairy manure, at least one year old. 
Planting: Th is is best done in the fall as soon as the wood is matured and can 
be continued until a month before the ground freezes. The spring planting can start 
as soon as the frost is out of the ground, and continue until growth starts. Dig holes 
of ample size and fill in around the plant with the soil mixture as above recommended. 
Set plant in hole to the same depth that it stood in its original position. Firm soil 
slightly so that there will be no air pockets. Water thoroughly, add more scil after 
water settles. Level the ground. Mulch to a depth of 2 to 4 inches with old hardwood 
sawdust, rotted leaves, or leaf mold. Replenish mulching from time to time as needed. 
As these plants have only surface roots, they should not be cultivated with a hoe. 
Pull out the grass and weeds. Never allow the plants to suffer for water. 
To insure yearly bloom, break off the seed pods as they form imimediately after 
blooming. 
Fertilization: An annual application, just before growth starts, of well-rotted 
old dairy manure or cotton seed meal is advisable. This should be scratched in lightly, 
so as not to destroy the surface roots. Water thoroughly after applying the fertilizer, 
and replace mulch. 
In sects: The lace-bug and red spider can be eradicated by spraying with Sunoco 
oil, 1 gallon to 50 gallons of water, and add \ pint of Black Leaf 40. Another good spray 
is Nursery Volck and Black Leaf 40, (See directions on container). As soon as the 
insects hatch, usually in April or May, spray and repeat at intervals should there be 
another infestation. 
Fungus: Leaf blister or other fungi can be eradicated by spraying with Bordeaux 
Mixture (4-5-50), or with Sulfocide, 1 to 200. Always apply spray to all parts of 
stem and foliage and with plenty of force in the form of a fine mist. 
Note: You cannot expect satisfactory results unless plants are properly planted 
and subsequently cared for. 
Partial view of one of our Nurseries at Linville 
LINVILLE NURSERIES 
LINVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 
