Q.Your Email Link Said To Find Zones For Types Of Hydrangeas - I followed the link but it didn't ask me for my zone so I could find ones for zone 9 ...
A.Please do not put your personal information out to the public. I have removed it for you. For hydrangeas in your area, I would look at individual cultivars. Usually, if you find them in your area, they will grow. I'd ...Read MoreQ.Will Preen Garden Kill My Garden? - I planted peas, radishes, lettuce, Swiss chard, carrots and lots of flowers in my garden box (all seeds) and accidentally ...
A.It may prevent the seeds from sprouting. Check the label to see which edibles and flowers it is safe to use around. If you plants are listed, you can wait and see if they germinate.Read MoreQ.Is Virginia Creeper Toxic To Horses? - We are trying to eradicate Virginia creeper from around our home. Our horses seem particularly interested in it; however, we ...
A.It is more of a problem to children and pets than livestock. https://tvmdl.tamu.edu/2021/02/02/review-the-range-cattle-and-horse-owners-encouraged-to-be-aware-of-potentially-toxic-plants/ https://poisonousplants.cvmbs.colostate.edu/plant/141 https://www.poison.org/articles/virginia-creeper-and-wisteria-toxicity-192 https://www.pubs.ext.vt.edu/content/dam/pubs_ext_vt_edu/2907/2907-1398/2907-1398_pdf.pdf https://extension.psu.edu/plants-toxic-to-horsesRead MoreQ.Can I Propagate From This Ginko Pup - I have these two pups growing at the base of my ginkgo biloba tree. I am wondering if I can ...
A.Suckers always should be removed from a tree. If the tree is grafted, you won't get an identical tree if you grow the shoot. The best way to propagate a ginkgo is though cuttings to be sure you get the ...Read More
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Q.I Have A Buckeye Tree Outside My Large Picture Window. I Live In Ohio, But The Tree Has Not Begun To Develop Leaf Growth And It Is - the end of April. Is This tree dead? My concern is if it falls there is every possibility that it ...
A.Do you own your apartment and the yard space? If so, you can have it removed if it is close to the window. If those are rental units, you can express your concerns to the manager and see if they ...Read MoreQ.Orange Tree And Depth Of Soil - We have a dwarf orange tree about 6-7 years old which was planted by a nursery 4 years ago. It ...
A.Hello again! So, yes. That does look like could be overwatering, but I would not rely on the gauge if it is reading wet after 3 weeks.Test it against others to get a better idea if the meter is the ...Read MoreQ.Best Pest Repellent For Dwarf Palms - We have many Phoenix roebeleniis (dwarf date palms) that have been in the yard about 15 years. Their only problem ...
A.Unfortunately, your photos didn't make it through. I can't see the issue at hand, but it sounds like white scale insects are causing your issues, including the sooty mold on the tops of the leaves. I'd take this in a ...Read MoreQ.Nuttall Oaks - I planted two nuttall oaks 4 years ago. Each year I expect them to be fabulous and every year they ...
A.It is supposed to tolerate sandy soil, however, nutrients may be leaching out quickly. Have you tried fertilizing? Also, give it the scratch test to see if the canopy is alive. It likes wet sites, so you could try watering ...Read MoreQ.What Is The Scoville Of Candy Cane Peppers? - I'm reading everything from 500 to 30,000! Some people say it's sweet, some it's hotter than a jalapeño. I've got ...
A.My references say it is a sweet pepper. https://vegvariety.cce.cornell.edu/main/showVarieties.php?searchCriteria=pepper&searchIn=1&crop_id=0&sortBy=overallrating&order=DESC https://utia.tennessee.edu/publications/wp-content/uploads/sites/269/2023/10/D60.pdf https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/peppers-by-scoville-units.html https://cales.arizona.edu/yavapai/anr/hort/byg/archive/growingchilesandpeppers2021.htmlRead MoreQ.Asparagus Planting - After spreading out roots, do I cover the “top”?
A.After you plant the crowns or roots, cover it with about 2 inches of soil. Here is more: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/asparagus/planting-asparagus-how-to-make-an-asparagus-bed.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/asparagus/harvesting-asparagus.htmRead MoreQ.Grass Going Yellow When Objects Left On It. - A large pile of Wooden planks are parked on my lawn and will be for some days.will the grass suffer? ...
A.Yes, it will go yellow. It may die out depending on how long it goes without light and air circulation. Can you move the planks to a different location every few days?Read MoreQ.Thank You For Your Answer To My Vinca/periwinkle Problem. What Is The Best Mulch To Use In Winter That Is Easy To Remove In Spring - This is a follow-up question to the reply I received about my vinca problem. Dominic
A.Absolutely! You are very welcome! Shredded leaves and straw are excellent mulch choices. Both materials provide insulation against cold temperatures, help retain soil moisture, and are relatively easy to remove in spring. Shredded leaves are readily available in the fall ...Read MoreQ.How To Start Okra Indoors And Then Transplant Into The Garden When Conditions Are Correct - I have tried multiple times starting okra indoors. Plants germinate fine but then damp off.. once plants are transplanted into ...
A.Starting okra indoors is often met with mixed results due to the plant's delicate nature in early stages and the importance of its taproot. While germination typically occurs without issue, many people report damping-off shortly after sprouting. This fungal condition ...Read MoreQ.Got A Boggy Lawn Have Forked It And Nothing Has Changed - What is the best thing I can do
A.You may need to create an underground drain in your yard. Here are some ideas: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/yard-drainage-problems.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/design/lideas/how-to-build-a-drainage-ditch.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/how-to-easily-improve-your-clay-soil.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/what-is-a-french-drain.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/fill-uneven-lawn-low-spots-how-to-level-a-lawn.htmRead MoreQ.Philodendron Care - I have a Philodendron in my backyard that seems to have grown around a tree. Looking for suggestions for proper ...
A.You can cut it back if you don't like the swirling limbs. It may be trying to climb, which it does in its native surroundings. You also could stake the trunk upright if you'd prefer it more like a tree. ...Read MoreQ.I Have A Large Swath Of Vinca Minor. In SE Minnesota We Had Very Little Snow This Past Winter, But It Got Quite Cold. Normally The - vinca stays green all winter under the snowcover. But without the snow & with the cold it's now all brown. ...
A.Yes, it is probably caused by lack of cover through the winter.This can cause desiccation, leading to the browning you've observed. To help your vinca recover, wait until consistent spring temperatures return, then gently rake away any debris and trim ...Read MoreQ.Palm Trees - I bought my house 7 months ago. They came with beautiful Palm trees. But I’m afraid there going to grow ...
A.Most species do grow quite tall with some of them remaining on the shorter side, depending on the cultivar. Some of them won't shed as bad, but yours looks like it may be true to the typical fan palm. Your ...Read MoreQ.What Is The Best Organic Soil Mixture For NYC Urban VERTICAL GARDENS? For Herbs And Leafy Greens? - I am a complete beginner gardener in NYC. I haven't even started my garden but wanted some expert advice and ...
A.It just depends on what you are growing. Starting with a soil test will determine what amendments you need to add to existing soil. These articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/compost-as-soil-amendment.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/types-of-organic-fertilizer.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/hgen/herb-garden-tips-and-tricks.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/top-of-the-crop/top-10-edible-leafy-greens https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/growing-a-vertical-vegetable-garden.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/pros-and-cons-of-raised-beds.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/raised-vegetable-gardens.htmRead MoreQ.How To Harvest Parsley So It Regrows - In a pot on window sill
A.You can cut or pinch off leaves and stems and it should grow back. Do not pull it out because you may pull out the roots, too. Parsley is biennial so it will go to seed the second year. You ...Read More
