Remove the container before planting. To minimize root drying, don't remove plants from their containers until just before planting. Store plants in a cool, shady area until planting time. Place them at the same soil level as they were in the container. Avoid deep planting.
Plants often suffocate when planted too deep.
Once plants have been placed in the hole, backfill around the soil ball. Water well, watching for holes and soil settling. Fill spaces as needed after initial watering. Culture and Maintenance Watering frequency varies with sun and wind exposure, temperature, soil type, and the plants' water needs. Drooping leaves and stems and blossom drop often are signs that watering needs to be increased.