Q.Bonsai Tree Growth - Ok, so I planted a Pinus Aristata about three months ago to grow as a Bonsai. It sprouted just ...
A.I don't have an option to attach pictures to a reply, but i have them if there's a way to get 'em to you. Thanks!Read MoreQ.Water Melon - Hi, I want to understand a thing that: How winter melons can stay during a year? What is different in ...
A.Can it be for waxy layer? Otherwise I will think if there is chemicals which the fruit hasRead MoreQ.Rubber Tree Roots - how deep does the root system grow (outside)? I have a plant which the neighbor claims is disturbing the stone ...
A. I'm sorry but your neighbor is correct. The Rubber Tree is not suitable for a suburban yard. The roots can invade pipes, sewer systems and break concrete and pavers. It would be best to remove the tree and the ...Read MoreQ.Cottonwood Trees - My tree don't seem like it's growing. I do water the tree at least 3 times a week. They tell ...
A.White fungus is, typically, harmless and even beneficial. It could be that it is being overwatered. Even though they do like water, they will not tolerate being saturated all of the time, unless it is a swamp cottonwood, or black ...Read More
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Q.Planting Canna Bulbs - I would like to know when can I plant the canna bulb its self without starting in a pot first ...
A.There's no way to get around it. If you want the kind of good growth that you require, then you will have to start your cannas indoors and set the started plants out into your garden in mid to ...Read MoreQ.Campanula Flower - I am slightly gardening challenged since my gardening space is mostly shade to part shade depending on which side of ...
A.Campanulas generall prefer full sun. Many of them can tolerate light shade (4 hours of morning sun at least). It's difficult to know what went wrong with your campanulas from last year without actually examining the plants and the ...Read MoreQ.Leylandii Turning Brown - My mum’s leylandii are turning brown from the tips. In one hedge the effect is evenly all over - on ...
A.This could be a fungal infection starting. Extreme cold can be responsible too, but this appears to be an infection starting. I would add wettable sulfur, and a little dolomitic lime to kill off anything in the soil, and recondition ...Read MoreQ.Planting Climbing Roses On My New Arbor - Can you recommend a "climbing rose" expert to help me plant these. Thank you, Kim
A.You can plant the roses yourself without much trouble if you follow these instructions here on GardeningKnowHow: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/planting-rose-bushes.htm Many of your neighbors might be pretty knowledgeable about roses. Have a chat with them also. If you simply must ...Read MoreQ.Weeping Cherry Tree - Our tree is 4 years old and the last 2 springs it has only produced 15 to 20 blooms all ...
A.No, the reason for the lack of blooms will, more than likely, be due to poor soil nutrition. You should fertilize once each spring so that it will have what it needs to flower properly. This article will help with ...Read MoreQ.Chinese Laterns, Nutrtional Needs - What are the nutritional needs of Chinese Laterns. Have a grower wanting to apply Micro Nutrients and more if needed.
A.Usually, a slow release fertilizer in spring, and a well balanced fertilizer in fall will just about do it. Adding micros wouldn't hurt, but it won't be fully necessary either, unless they are showing signs of specific deficiencies. This article ...Read MoreQ.Sego Palms - We had to vut back all of the limbs on a massive Sego palm bush from a freeze. (Was like ...
A.If you want to remove the dead shoots, you can, as long as there are some younger ones to replace it still alive. Just trim back to the number that you want, and make sure to wipe the area with ...Read MoreQ.Peach Leaf Curl - I have arrived at house to find my peach tree , that has tiny new peaches on has leaf curl ...
A.You will want to treat this with a fungicide spray when the leaves drop for the fall. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/peach-leaf-curl.htmRead MoreQ.Goldcrest Wilma Conifers - I would like to grow these in a planter box (6feet long x 1 foot wide x 1 foot deep) ...
A.The short answer is, yes, but if you are very familiar with keeping bonzai trees then this can be done. The roots will require constant maintenance, and trimming... But very properly. These trees are about 30 feet tall in nature, ...Read MoreQ.Plum Fruit Fall - We have a healthy-looking Stanley prune plum that sets a lot of fruit, but when the fruits get 1/2" to ...
A. You might be looking at plum curuclio. It's a beetle that infests stone fruit trees and causes early fruit drop. You can read more about it here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/plum-curculio.htm Read MoreQ.Hedge Plants - Question: What is this condition? What is causing it and how do I fix the problem? There seems to be a ...
A.You may have a few issues on your plants. The black on the leaves is likely Sooty Mold. This is the residue from pests. You may also have fungus disease that could be caused by excess moisture or poorly ...Read MoreQ.Christmas Cactus - sorry i forgot my other question what kind of pot is the best pot, it does need a drain ...
A. Any kind of pot should be fine. It definitely needs a drainage hole - preferably several. Christmas cactus is one of those plants that likes water but can't stand to be wet for too long. You can read more about ...Read MoreQ.Christmas Cactus - my question is about repotting doesn't explain if you need to water after its repotted, it only explains to water ...
A.You're right, the article isn't clear. You should moisten the soil whether it's compacted or not. Christmas cacti tolerate drought well, but they do need water. We'll make some changes so the article is less ambiguous. Thanks for catching that! Read MoreQ.Orchid Care - what do you do with roots that appear and grow outside of the pot.
A. Are the roots coming out of the drainage holes, or up over the top of the pot? If they're growing over the top, it's probably fine. Orchids naturally put out aerial roots: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/roots-coming-from-plant.htm If they're coming out of the drainage holes ...Read MoreQ.Propagation - Can Lingonberry plants be grown from cuttings of another Lingonberry? If so, how? Any Tips?
A.According to Cornell University, lingonberries are frequently grown from cuttings: http://www.fruit.cornell.edu/berry/production/pdfs/Lingonberries.pdf Take new growth cuttings in late summer and root them in moistened pots of 1:1 sand and peat mixture. Read MoreQ.Covering The Plant With Plastic Wrap - Hi, I just planted some marigolds today. You said that the plant should be covered with plastic wrap. My mom ...
A. If you are starting Marigold seeds, it is appropriate to cover the planting tray with a plastic cover or plastic wrap to keep the seeds moist-until germination. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/marigold/growing-marigold-flowers.htm If you planted Marigold plants you should not wrap your plants with plastic. Marigold plants ...Read More