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A.Your browser will have an extension to allow you to disable those. That's what I use.Read MoreQ.Optimum Amount Of Light To Grow Tomatoes - Given the correct spectrum of light, how much light (optimum amount) would be needed to grow tomatoes in a light ...
A.Hello, the length of time to grow a tomato depends on the variety, fertilization, and watering routine. If you are growing the tomatoes from seed, it will tell on the seed packet how long to maturity. Tomatoes need full sun ...Read MoreQ.Late Winter/early Spring Prep For Rudbeckia Mass Planting? - I have a 24 ft X 3 ft bed which is a "mass planting" of Black Eyed Susans (Rudbeckia). There ...
A.Absolutely! Trimming death material is a good idea. By this time, they may have already re-seeded. It'll be a nice full area when it comes back. Here is an article for more information on the flower: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/black-eyed-susan/black-eyed-susan-flower.htmRead MoreQ.M Vs F Butcher’s Broom – How Do You Sex? - I have read that you get more berries if you have a male and female plant. How can you tell ...
A.You will have to look at the flowers. The male will have yellow staminate organs with pollen powder on them, while the female will have a central "ball" type thing that is not powdery. This article will help with its ...Read More
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Q.Regarding My Order #nYsXrXOmw1 - Hello I have not received the seedling tray lids. Please let me know the status. Thank you Rosalie Culaciati
A.I'm sorry, but we do not sell anything at Gardening Know How. You might have us confused with someone else.Read MoreQ.Plant Producing Flower But Not Going To Produce Healthy Fruit - In light environment about 16 -18 degrees regular feeding - watering when dry soil to touch
A.Unfortunately, this can be due to many factors, and to make things more complicated, it can depend on the type of plants in question. Mainly, when there is a lack of potassium and phosphorus in the soil, this can happen. ...Read MoreQ.Linden Tree Still Has It’s Leaves - We have several Linden trees in our yard that are probably at least 60 years of age. We’ve never had ...
A.Some deciduous trees normally exhibit marcescence, where dead leaves remain attached through winter. While more common in species like oaks, it could occasionally occur in lindens, especially in response to environmental factors like sudden autumnal cold snaps or sufficiently extended ...Read MoreQ.I Am Planting A Dwarf Red Baron Peach Tree In Large 24”X24” Redwood Container And Need To Know Best Soil Mix. I Live In Zone - 9 near the ocean. Location is my sunny patio, protected by patio wall. Peach tree root is wrapped in large ...
A.Peach trees in containers need a well draining soil, such as a good potting soil, with compost added. You can add perlite if you think the potting soil needs more aeration. Make sure the containers have several drainage holes. These articles ...Read MoreQ.Can You Recommend A Pink, Climbing, Heavily Scented Rose For A Sunny Corner, Please. - Good, fertile soil
A.This article should help. Climbers are listed last: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/pink-rose-varieties.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/alexandre-girault-rose.htm Here is more: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/getting-climbing-rose-to-climb.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/rambler-climbing-roses.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/pruning-climbing-roses.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/training-climbing-rose-plants.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/best-smelling-roses-for-your-garden.htmRead MoreQ.How To Prune/train A Dwarf, 2-yr-old Mulberry - I’m looking for some help with training my young, everbearing mulberry, in Longmont, CO, zone 5b. It’s from ‘Fresh From ...
A.I tried to find the product you purchased to see if it was grafted but it must have come from a partner of Fresh from Florida. I did find a dwarf everbearing mulberry on another site and it was not ...Read MoreQ.Eucalyptis - I would like to know why your website gives gardeners tips on the care of eucalptis without acknowledging that this ...
A.We cater information for anyone around the world. We can't provide information to California, alone. In many parts of the world, and even in the US, it is not invasive and can be difficult to grow. To be fair to ...Read MoreQ.Crepe Myrtle Tree Leaves Haven’t Developed Through Spring And Summer - I have an established Crepe Myrtle tree that looks poorly. The tree was lightly pruned in early winter after the ...
A.The "odd growth" of new foliage reminds of witches broom on hydrangeas. It is caused by direct or nearby applications of chemicals or by aster's yellow virus in hydrangeas. But, I am in Texas so I will let someone else ...Read MoreQ.Where Can I Purchase Pre-form Hedges? - I have been to find preformed hedges for my front yard, but can't seem to find any. Can you please ...
A.We don't make vendor recommendations, but usually you can find shrubs in all sizes at large plant nurseries or online. Many people prefer the smaller sizes because they cost less, but most nurseries carry several sizes. Here is more about ...Read MoreQ.Rutabaga And Sheep? - You say that cruciferous veg are poisonous to sheep but I am wondering how. In the uk we call rutabaga, ...
A.Cruciferous vegetables like cabbage, kale, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts can be problematic for sheep if fed in large amounts. These veggies ferment quickly in the rumen, causing excess gas that can lead to dangerous bloat. They also contain goitrogens, which ...Read MoreQ.Money Tree - Hi I bought a money tree last October, I’ve had it for over a year and suddenly it’s started it ...
A.Was the plant recently moved to a new location? That can cause leaf drop. Also, these plants need high humidity. Try putting the pot on a pebble tray. I will include instructions below. Also, check the undersides of the leaves ...Read MoreQ.When & How To Move A Shrub. - I have planted a skimmia in the wrong place. I want to move it but don't know if I will ...
A.You should try to move it when it is dormant, and not actively growing. Even in your area, February through March will be your best bet. You will want to trim it back lightly when you do. ...Read MoreQ.How Can I Get My Grapefruit Tree To Start Branching? - Tree is about two years old around 3 ft tall and is planted in a 12 inch pot
A.You can trim off 1 or 2 inches from the top of the tree to stimulate branching. Remember though, you want a tree and not a shrub, so low branches are not desirable. Here is more on its care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/grapefruit/growing-grapefruit.htmRead MoreQ.How Can I Get Rid Of The Fungus Forming On The Top Of My Garden Soil? - I received a kitchen composter for Christmas. Nearly everyday I dump about 1 cup of this compost on to my ...
A.I suspect the compost is not fully composted and the fungi is helping to decompose the added organic material. Moisture and humidity will also cause it to grow. Cut back on the frequency of adding the compost and see if ...Read MoreQ.Venus Flytrap - Good afternoon! I have been researching Venus flytrap care and came across your email. My coworker gave a Venus flytrap ...
A.Your plant is not dormant. Growing it indoors it doesn't have to go dormant. It needs lots of light, preferably with white LED lights. A windowsill will not be enough light. These articles from the carnivorous plant society should help: https://www.carnivorousplants.org/grow/guides/DionaeaChecklist https://www.carnivorousplants.org/grow/guides/Dionaea https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/venus-fly-trap/venus-fly-trap-care.htmRead MoreQ.Pussy Willow’s Savannah Georgia - Will my pussy willow live if I plant it outside in Savannah Georgia?
A.Your hardiness zone is USDA 8b to 9a, so yes, a pussy willow should grow outside. However, it is recommended in zones 4 through 8 (some sources say 2 to 7), so your area may be on the warm side. ...Read More