Q.Indian Hawthorne Roots - We have a 24 foot above ground pool that is partially set under ground and my husband bought some Indian ...
A.The low-growing, dense nature of the Indian hawthorn makes it ideal for foundation plantings as a large-scale ground cover or as a low, informal hedge or divider. I would plant them at least 3 feet away from your pool ...Read MoreQ.Brown Soft Places On Gypsy Peppers That Eventualy Rots - what causes it? How do you avoid this problem?
A.This is called Blossom End Rot, and is typically caused by one of a handful of things. This article will help you determine which factor might be causing it as well as how to fix it: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/pepper/pepper-blossom-end-rot.htm Read MoreQ.Hot Peppers - i planted some hot pepper plant iam only getting 2 ...
A.This article may help you pinpoint the issue. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htmRead MoreQ.Bignonia Capreolata - My vine is 3 years old, and it's the 1st year it's going to bloom BUT the buds ...
A.Training to avoid crowding of stems will aid in the formation of flower shoots. Branches can be cut back in the spring to encourage flowering. Best flowering is achieved in full sun. Water regularly to occasionally when actively growing in the ...Read More
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Q.Oakleaf Hydrangea - Should I deadhead the bloom when they start to turn brown? I noticed new growth underneath the bloom.
A.This is up to you. It doesn't harm the plant to leave them. Some people leave them for winter interest. Read MoreQ.Does Anybody Ever Answer Questions In Here? - I've posted twice a question about fertilizing my grass but nobody answers any of my questions or anybody else for ...
A.Well, I've been answering questions daily for a couple of weeks. I stick to things I know. One thing about this website is it doesn't show answered questions in an ongoing Q/A format. Too bad! I would benefit from ...Read MoreQ.What Is N. P. K - I Want To Know The Full Meaning Of N P K Which Always See Written On Fertilizers' Bags
A.The letters refer to Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P) and Potash (K). A way to remember what they do is UP, DOWN, and ALL AROUND. Nitrogen causes foliar growth so growing UP and green leafy growth. Phosphorus causes root development so ...Read MoreQ.How Do You Take Care Of A Boston Fern H B - How often do you water,bright sun,or no sun
A.You can find the information on this website, here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/boston-fern-care.htmRead MoreQ.White Spots On Bottom Figs - what are the white spots on bottom of my figs
A. It's difficult to say without an image. It could be disease or even pests like Mealybug. Here is a link with most common diseases on Figs. If you would like you can send us an image. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/common-fig-tree-diseases.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/figs-disease-rust.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/keep-ants-off-fig-trees.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/treating-pink-blight-in-figs.htm Read MoreQ.Yellowing Leaves On Sweet Peas And Margarette Standard - Hi Despite very regular care (i.e. dead heading and picking) my Margarette standard foliage went yellow and the flowers got smaller ...
A.Yellowing leaves can indicate watering issues, disease, pests or nutrient issues. Inspect the plants and leaves for signs of insects or markings. Check the soil. Is it well draining? Lack of water or excess moisture can be an issue. These articles ...Read MoreQ.House Orchid’s - I have just re potted my orchid in orchid compost, i have noticed that there is some tiny fly's on ...
A.It sounds like you have a White Fly issue. This article will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/control-whiteflies-houseplants.htmRead MoreQ.Poinsettia In Shock After Re-potting - I re-potted my large (about 3 feet tall) poinsettia and it went into shock. Te leaves were turning yellow and ...
A.Make sure you did not use too large of a container. It is best to only go up one size to avoid overwatering and root rot. The soil and container should have good drainage. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/poinsettia/poinsettia-care-how-do-you-take-care-of-poinsettias.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/poinsettia/transplanting-poinsettia-plants.htmRead MoreQ.About Impatiens - can over watering hanging baskets of impatiens cause the leaves to turn yellow and drop off i cannot take photos
A.Overwatering displaces oxygen from the soil and can rot the tiny feeder roots. I hope you have drainage holes in the bottom! It also washes away long-acting fertilizer. It is ideal to dig your finger in the soil (or buy ...Read MoreQ.Growing A Rose Bush From Cane Clippings - i have cut some canes to grow some roses, I put the canes in water, I see sprouts, what do ...
A.Here is a link to any article on this subject for you. If you see roots starting to form, it is nearly time to move them to a growing medium/soil. You can usually get a small bag of it at ...Read MoreQ.Fig Tree - I have a fig tree and every time a fig on it starts to ripen, something is coming along and ...
A.Birds and Squirrels are known to eat Figs! These links have more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/protect-fruit-tree-birds.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/get-rid-squirrels.htm Read MoreQ.Peace Lily Care - Why do the leaves turn yellow then die. Too much water not enough sun
A.This article will help you access the plant. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/peace-lily/peace-lily-leaves-yellow-brown.htmRead MoreQ.Pink Banana Squash - I have 2 plants near each other. It has set fruit. The first on was about 8 inches then the ...
A.This sounds like Blossom End Rot, which is caused by a Calcium deficiency. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/squash-blossom-end-rot-causes-and-treatment.htmRead MoreQ.Tomatoes - how do I stop blossom end rot?
A. This article will help you resolve the issue. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tomato-blossom-rot.htm Read More
