Steve:

I live in the suburbs of Philadelphia. Our low is typically -2 degrees Fahrenheit, but this is not a sustained low.

Can you provide genus and species (Latin) for these trees to ensure the correct advice is offered? Some azaleas and elms are extremely hardy--many are not.

Also, what is your typical low where you live?

Cordially,

Michael Persiano
members.aol.com/iasnob

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From: Steven Peterson
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Sent: Wed, 28 Sep 2005 06:55:46 -0700
Subject: [IBC] Non organic Yamadori soil


Hi All,

I recently purchased an azalea, a japanese holly, and a chinese elm from
nurseries. They are still in their nursery pots. I'm assuming that I shouldn't
repot until spring, but what should I do with them until then? Should I plant
them in my garden? If so, would it help to make a plastic tent to protect them
for the coldest nights? I think I want the holly and azalea to thicken a bit,
so planting may be best, but I may the elm I may want to pot in the spring. Will
it survive in a shed over the winter?

Thanks,
Steve
Philadelphia, Pa

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