Q.Eggplant Leaves - Something is eating my eggplant leaves but it is not the beetle, as the leaves do not have little holes. ...
A.This sounds like the work of caterpillars or even slugs or snails. The following articles should help with these pests and for any other possible culprits, you could try neem oil. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/prevent-caterpillars.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/organic-snail-control.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/kill-garden-slugs.htmRead MoreQ.Peonies Leaves Look White - My peonies have had a white coating on the leaves recently and now the leaves are beginning to turn brow ...
A.Your peonies have powdery mildew. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/powdery-mildew-peonies.htmRead MoreQ.Dahlias Failing To Bloom - I have read the reasons why my dahlias don't look like blooming. If I cut back the mass of leaves, ...
A.Do not cut the foliage, as this is how the plant gathers energy for producing blooms. Try giving the plant some phosphorus-rich fertilizer or bone meal to help encourage flowering. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/bone-meal-fertilizer.htmRead MoreQ.Asian Lily Bought In A Pot - Once the flowers have fallen off, do I just keep looking after it until the next ones appear? What about ...
A.Generally, with Asiatic lilies, once they have finished blooming, that’s it. While it's fine to remove the spent blooms or stems, allow the leaves to remain on the plant until they have completely died back. The plant requires this foliage ...Read More
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Q.How Can I Start A Cashew Farm - Question details... I want to start a cashew farm and I don't know how to start it. I ...
A.This article will help with growing cashew nut trees: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/nut-trees/cashew/how-to-grow-cashews.htmRead MoreQ.Palm Trees - Should you cut out the frizzle top growing on a palm tree?
A.This article will help with what to do about this condition: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/palms/frizzle-top-on-palms.htmRead MoreQ.Plum Trees - On one side of my Victoria plum tree this year I have Victoria plums, but on the other side l ...
A.It sounds like the rootstock has begun to assert itself on the tree. Typically you would want to remove the rootstock branches, but if you are enjoying the fruit, you can leave them. As to the variety, it would be hard ...Read MoreQ.Croton Plants - My croton is doing great but I never know when to transplant it into a bigger pot. Thank you for ...
A.Repot croton as needed when it shows signs of outgrowing its current pot, and during spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. For additional help with repotting plants, try this article: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/learn-more-about-repotting-houseplants.htmRead MoreQ.Leaf Spot Fungus On Hollies - I'm dealing with Carissa and Burford hollies infected with leaf spot fungus. I know the best way to handled the ...
A.You can try a general purpose fungicide or go with a fungicide containing ferbam.Read MoreQ.Is My Date Palm Dying? - I live in Central Australia - Alice Springs. I have several true date palms which have produced beautiful date crops for ...
A.Typically with a scale infestation of that size, you are looking at an issue that goes beyond the scale. Scale tends to be attracted to plants that are already weakened. It is hard to say if the tree is salvageable. I ...Read MoreQ.Flowers Has Lost Their Fragrance / Scent - Hello Dear Sir/Madam, I have a 8 years old night blooming Jasmine in a pot, it grows really well and I ...
A.Some varieties have less fragrance then others. They also have most fragrance in the evening. Wind can take the smell away from you! Dry air or lack of humidity can also cause the smell to diminish. Make sure your plant ...Read MoreQ.Rose Of Sharon Full Of Buds - I have a rose of Sharon that bloomed a few flowers after they died the bush got full of buds ...
A.Excessive shade: Rose of Sharon will not bloom up to its full capabilities if given too much shade. Rot: During rainy summers, rot can set in and ruin the flower buds (although you may not notice it from the outside). The ...Read MoreQ.Sunburnt Orchid:( - Hi, I overwatered my orchid and I put it in the sun to dry out a wee bit. Unfortunately it ...
A.In the off chance you are a smoker, use gloves when handling orchids as you can spread mosaic virus from the tobacco in the cigarettes to the orchids. This is the general rule for all orchids. Really virulent virus. Hope ...Read MoreQ.Christmas Palms And Age - How can you tell how old a Christmas palm is when from a store?
A.Christmas Tree Palms grow quickly when they are small, they slow down as they mature. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/christmas-palm/growing-christmas-palm-trees.htmRead MoreQ.Blooming Plants To Put Near The Street. - I have an area 3' by 5' surrounded by driveway on one long side and the curb and street on ...
A.It would help to know your growing zone. You should also make a determination on your soil in the planting area. Is is well draining? If it is not a loamy soil, you can add some organic amendments. You can also visit ...Read MoreQ.Crocosmia Plant - do I cut back plant leaves after bloom or leave alone?
A.The spent flower stem can be cut down. The leaves should be left to die back naturally. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/crocosmia/crocosmia-bulb-care.htmRead MoreQ.Yucca Stalks Chewed/gnawed? - I am worried about our mature yucca trees. The stalks look like they are being chewed on rapidly, since they ...
A.There are a few different pests that may be the issue. This link will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/yucca/yucca-plant-bugs.htmRead MoreQ.Zoysia Grass Dying Everywhere I Weedeat - Everywhere I weedeat my zoysia grass is dying
A.Are you using a mechanical weed mechanism? You may be trimming down too severely and damaging the turf roots. Hand pulling the weeds or even using manual weed trimming tools may be best. These links have more information on Zoysia lawn care. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/specific/zoysia/facts-about-zoysia-grass-zoysia-grass-problems.htm http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/pests/weeds/hgic2310.html Read MoreQ.Boxwood Shrub In A Pot - My boxwood shrub has gone yellow. Is there anything I can do to save it?
A.This article will help you pinpoint the cause. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/boxwood/yellow-or-brown-boxwoods.htmRead More