Q.Lime Tree - My lime tree is in a pot and seems to be growing slowly. It also is growing straight up with ...
A.Even though I am in the state of Tennessee, I LOVE to grow citrus. I myself have many, including blood oranges, and even Key lime. I know it is tricky growing them in container, but you can do it. Now,I ...Read MoreQ.Ascot Spurge - When is the best time to move my Ascot Spurge plants?
A.The Spurge Ascot, a type of Euphorbia, Is a very hardy plant. I wouldn't see a problem transplanting at any time. The best time, would be spring, though. Here is an article with more information on the plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/euphorbia/growing-euphorbia-plants.htmRead MoreQ.Mulch Storage - I have some bags of unopened mulch. I also have a large freezer. Is it OK if I freeze the ...
A.It wouldn't hurt, and actually may keep it from developing any kind of rot. Had it been regular soil, I would have said no. Mulch on the, other hand can be handled differently. Read MoreQ.Parsley - Will parsley and fennel be happy growing together?
A.Unfortunately the only thing that tolerates fennel is dill. Fennel is a very poor companion in the garden. Even planting next to dill is risky, as they will cross pollinate, leaving the next season's seeds (if you harvest for replanting) ...Read More
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Q.Chicago Hardy Fig Tree - How do you know if your fig tree is diseased and how to treat. Have figs on tree but ...
A.There could be a number of issues that could be affected the growth. If you concerned about fertilization, make sure to use a good all-purpose fertilizer. Now, as far as diseases go... You can usually tell if the tree is damaged ...Read MoreQ.Red Bud Tree - Last winter I was in Texas and bought some Red Bud seeds, via the internet. Back in Denmark, in March, ...
A.I'm looking at that soil, and it looks very wet. I'm not completely certain, but it looks like there may be wood ashes in there as well. It Seems to me that something is not quite right with the soil. ...Read MoreQ.Plants As Fence - What plants can be used to secure a jail?
A.Anything with thorns will slow down but not prohibit escape. Without knowing your location, specific plant recommendations aren't possible. Research hedgerow.Read MoreQ.Potato Bags - Question details...how much soil can you put in a 50Kg bag for potato sack bag planting? specify on stages to ...
A.This article should provide the answers you are looking for https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/potato/growing-potatoes-in-bags.htmRead MoreQ.Plant Identification - My wife bought an olive tree a few months ago. It had a tag that oonly said "Premium Olive" is ...
A.There are ways to get close, but with some things the only way is to test its DNA. Now, you can get close , but you will have to pay attention to exact leaf size, fruit size, internode length, among ...Read MoreQ.Pomegranate Fruits - I live in Taif in Saudi Arabai. It is rainy from May to September ( on and off ) ...
A.Aspergillus, Alternaria, and Botrytis are possibilities for what might be attacking your pomegranates. Botrytis infection of the fruit might explain the fruits you see which are rotted inside. This article and the attached article contain information on pomegranate Botrytis disease: http://fruitandnuteducation.ucdavis.edu/fruitnutproduction/Pomegranate/Pomegranate_Pests_Deficiencies/Pomegranate_Diseases_Disorders/?sharing=yes For ...Read MoreQ.Desert Roses With Frost Bite - How can l save my Desert Rose bush that has been affected with frost bite?
A.If only the leaves are damaged, but the roots are not damaged, the plant can probably recover. Is the plant in a pot that can be brought inside to protect it from future frosts? If so, trim off the damaged ...Read MoreQ.Indoor Herbs - I bought a Miranda Bowl consisting of lettuce, rocket,coriander, parsley and mint. Where do I keep it indoors and how ...
A.They will do best in a south-facing window. If you have indoor horticultural lighting, this will be best. But a south-facing window will do just fine. Watering takes a little getting used to. Just water enough to keep the soil moist. ...Read MoreQ.What Kind Of Mandivilla Is This? - I'm in zone 5 Colorado. I would like to bring her in for the winter? Or should I plant her ...
A.Mandelvilla are tropical plants that can't survive outdoors in zone 5 winters. They can be lovely winter houseplants, though. These articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/mandevilla/growing-mandevilla-indoors.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/mandevilla/winterizing-mandevillas.htmRead MoreQ.Plumeria - I have two plumerias in the ground, one six years old and one seven months from a cutting. They ...
A.Plumeria yellowing leaves and leaf drop is usually a sign of too much water. Irma caused much stress on people and plants, I hope this plant's damage is all that you and yours dealt with in it's wake. The only ...Read MoreQ.Companion Plants For Cyclamen. - Hi there my name is Rikki and I was wondering can I could plant my mom's Cyclamen persicum with my ...
A.Yes, this plan should work fine. Cyclamens tend not to compete well with aggressive plants, so just avoid planting anything that is an aggressive spreader nearby. Read MoreQ.Plum Tree Bark - Our young plum tree, 3 years old is having a serious problem with the bark on one side of the ...
A.Is there a gummy resin or sap oozing from this area? There are a few rots or canker problems that can affect plum trees. Bark can also be damaged by animals. These articles may help you pinpoint the problem ...Read MoreQ.Yellow Evergreen Trees - I am thinking about planting a few yellow evergreen trees along property line, I live 30 miles east of st ...
A.I personally am a huge fan of the hinoki false cypress and have them in my zone 4b landscape, where they do very well, though sometimes they get slightly nipped by late frosts in spring. In zone 6 they should ...Read MoreQ.Youpon Trees - I have five youpon trees in my garden they were planted maybe 18 months ago. We bought the house ...
A.This could very well be bacterial or fungal in nature. Here is a remedy that I like to use, and recommend. First, you will want to prime the ground with dolomitic lime, then spread wettable sulfur to Kill off any ...Read MoreQ.Butterfly Bushes - Do I cut a butterfly bush back in the fall or spring or not at all? Thank you!
A.You can definitely cut it back. Some people actually cut the whole thing to about 2 feet from the ground. You don't have to, but you can. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/butterfly-bush/butterfly-bush-pruning-how-to-prune-a-butterfly-bush.htmRead More