Q.Vinca Pic In Growing Impatiens Article By Ellen Wells - Should know your flowers better than that!
A.This image pictured is Impatiens hawkeri. Look closely at the reproductive organ structure. You can confirm, here: https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/impatiens-hawkeri/Read MoreQ.Replanting Bulbs - Bulbs (like snowdrop) with spring flowers are usually planted in the fall. I just emptied a pot and gently separated ...
A.Yes, since you already have them out. It might hinder growth and flowering for a cycle, but it will return to normal. This article will offer more information on their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/snowdrop/information-about-snowdrops-and-when-to-plant-snowdrop-flower-bulbs.htmRead MoreQ.IS MY LEMON TRE DEAD - BROUGHT MEYER LEMON TREE IN THE HOUSE THIS WINTER BEFORE FROST (PICTURE BEFORE AND AFTER BELOW). WATERED AND GAVE FERTILIZER. ...
A.It may not have survived overwintering. You can check by scratching off some of the bark. If it is green underneath, it is still alive. The branches should be pliable and not brittle or easily snapped off. Here is more: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-scratch-test.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/growing-meyer-lemons.htmRead MoreQ.Lemon Tree And No Blooms - I started a lemon tree from seed about 7 or 8 years ago. Its very green and seems healthy. If ...
A.Unfortunately, it may be barely entering the period of maturity. They can take up to 15 years from seed, but they can also start as early as about 7 or 8 years. Unless you provide extra lighting through the winter, ...Read More
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Q.Bulbs - As an experienced gardener I planted lots of spring bulbs in pots and in the ground in groups. Unfortunately I ...
A.It could be some type of critter chewed on the bulbs, they didn't get adequate nutrition, or the leaves were not allowed to wither.after floweirng last spring. If you had a mild winter, they may not have received enough chill ...Read MoreQ.Hawaiian Ti - I have two large hawaiian ti plants for a year now that have grown to be about 5ft tall, this ...
A.If just the leaves are brown, you can try removing those and new ones may fill in. If not, you can cut it to the ground. Here is more: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ti-plant/growing-ti-plants-outdoors.htmRead MoreQ.Why Squash Leaves Turn Yellow - I read your article, says if the plant is stressed for the most part, or other things mentioned..I was wondering, ...
A.The yellowing leaves could be from over or underwatering so make sure they get enough water. Since they are in pots, frequent watering can also leach out the fertilizer, which can cause yellowing. And if the roots have filled the ...Read MoreQ.Suggestions And Ideas - So dumb… (unrelated) I recently moved, the new house has unkempt grapevines… No clue how to make them happy and ...
A.You're still good to prune hard—do it ASAP before they leaf out fully. Cut down to 2–3 thick main canes, about 2–3 feet (60–90 cm) tall. Trash everything else. Tie survivors to a fence or trellis—horizontal arms, 1–2 per side. ...Read MoreQ.Can Spider Plant Be Saved? - My cats ravaged my spider plant while I was out of town. Do you think I can save her? (See ...
A.It should grow back as long as the roots were not uprooted and left to dry out. If she just munched on the leaves it should grow new ones. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/cat-damaged-plant.htmRead MoreQ.Rust Fungus - I planted a cranapple tree years ago along with a washington hawthorn. One in front yard and one in back. ...
A.You need to look for a juniper tree nearby and monitor it for telltale orange galls of cedar-apple rust. The disease requires hosts in two plant families - red cedar/juniper and crabapple, hawthorne, or serviceberry. The disease does not typically ...Read MoreQ.Help! For Broken Blue Holly Bushes - We have blue prince/princess hollies that were doing very well--good growth from bottom to top, leaves in good shape, good ...
A.These hollies are surprisingly resilient and can take a hard prune — like, chopped down to 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) from the ground — and still bounce back if the roots are solid. Do it in late winter or early ...Read MoreQ.Is My Salix Caprea Pendula Dead? - No leaves have appeared but there are buds on it for the flowers and a couple look like they’re trying ...
A.Nope. They are alive. Any signs of life, like blooms, will confirm. Maybe just a little behind, depending on your location. You can further confirm with a scratch test: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-scratch-test.htmRead MoreQ.Is It Ok To Plant Perennial Flowers Outside In Cool Weather - i have a ton of seeds to start and not enough room to do it all in the house. can ...
A.You still have a chance of frost there so I would be leery of cold nights. If you have a cold frame or want to make one, that would work. They need a little protection from the elements while ...Read MoreQ.How Long Can Tomato Plants Remain In Nursery Pots Before Transplanting To Garden - Hi: I plan on purchasing about 9 tomato plants from my nursery this weekend (big sale going on). Unfortunately, I ...
A.Yes, but be sure they will get full sun, either inside in a sunny window or outside. If outside they will need water every day. If they are in very small pots, you can always move them into larger pots ...Read MoreQ.Whats Chewing Up Plant Leaves? - I have 2 plants where the leaves are getting all chewed up. Please help identify cause and cure
A.I'd look towards slug/snail damage. They are nocturnal, so you might not ever notice them. Many times they leave slime trails, sometimes they don't leave one that you see at first. These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/killing-slugs-with-beer.htm?utm_source=chatgpt.com https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/insects/simple-slug-trap?utm_source=chatgpt.comRead MoreQ.Bacterial Infection In Calathea - Hi, I have a lovely little calathea that seems healthy but has a proliferating number of dry, papery brown spots ...
A.You can remove the two leaves that have the worst spots. Calathea have specific needs to keep them healthy. They need high humidity, moist soil, low light, and watering with distilled water or collected rain water. These articles give more ...Read MoreQ.Water On Same Day Transplants - I dung raspberry starts today, put them in plastic boxes until planting tomorrow. They got overwatered and I tried to ...
A.It sounds like you did the right things. They should rebound after planting.Read MoreQ.Pygmy Date Palm Care: Looking For An Expert In Thousand Oaks, California Who Can Inspect My Pygmy Date Palm - Planted it one year ago as an 8’ high mature Pygmy date palm. I have other Pygmy Date Palms that ...
A.We wouldn't be able to help you locate an expert on palms, but your county extension agent may know of someone or be able to help. Here are some articles that may help, also. Pygmy date palms need sandy, well ...Read MoreQ.Whitish Bumps On Amaryllis - what are they? should I worry? what do I do to get rid of them? any other info? BTW these ...
A.Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. This could be a few different things, depending on where they occur and how they appear. If they are fuzzy or smooth. Indentation and coloration around the bumps, and other factors. I'm going ...Read More
