Q.Lawn Grass - Planted 25#/AC Bermuda Hulled and 25#/AC Bermuda Unhulled, and 150#/AC Italian Rye. This are has an irrigation system. The grass ...
A.This could be Red Thread Lawn disease. This link has more information. https://www.extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/bp/bp-104-w.pdf Read MoreQ.Rubber Plant - I have a very full, thick rubber plant that I've had for 2 years. It was repotted last year ...
A.Drainage is key to success with any plant. The soil and container must drain away any excess moisture. I would suggest repotting into a container that has a drainage hole. Read MoreQ.Tough Tomato Skin - Why is the skin on my home grown tomatoes tough
A.This article will explain this issue. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tough-thick-tomato-skins.htmRead More
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Q.Bottom Of Tomatoes Rotting - Can anything be bought over the counter to fix this problem? If so, what is it? I have read that ...
A.This article will help you with how to treat your plants. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tomato-blossom-rot.htmRead MoreQ.Why Is My Basil Turning Gray? It\’s Not That Old!! - Why are the leaves of my basil plant starting to turn silvery-gray, in a speckled pattern? They get a ...
A.This sounds like a pest infestation on your Basil. Treat with Neem Oil. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/basil-plant-flies.htmRead MoreQ.Roses - My mom just passed away and in one of the flower arrangements were some white roses with approximately 6-9 inch ...
A.Many roses are grafted roses, thus they are not hardy enough to grow on their own root systems. The rosebushes grown from the cuttings of many florists roses will not survive on their own root systems if they will start ...Read MoreQ.Bleeding Heart - My bleeding heart is in a pot. It is huge. Should I replant in my garden. Don't know what to ...
A.I do think you would be best to plant this outdoors for longterm success. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bleeding-heart/bleeding-heart-care.htmRead MoreQ.Knockout Rose In Alaska - I bot this rose at home depot in kenai alaska. How should I care for it in winter, we ...
A.There is indeed hope. I live in Northern Colorado where we get cold winter temps and dry cold windy conditions. Not as cold as where you are but it is possible to grow and enjoy roses in your climate. Here ...Read MoreQ.Rhododendrons And Azaleas - I want to buy some evergreen 3 season blooming plants. If they are dwarf size do they need cutting ...
A. Pruning and trimming would be the same for full size or dwarf varieties. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/rhododendron/pruning-rhododendrons.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/azalea/pruning-azaleas.htmRead MoreQ.Banyan Tree - Hello there, I was just wondering where can I find a banyan tree here in Toronto?
A.Banyan Tree grow in zones 10-12, so it's doubtful you could find anything local. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/banyan/growing-a-banyan-tree.htmRead MoreQ.Walnut Chips For Mulch - Can I use walnut chips to mulch hostas?
A.We would not recommend this as a mulch. https://www.extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/ho/ho-193.pdfRead MoreQ.Outdoor Plant Disease - Literally overnight have white sticky dots on leaves of beautiful alice mandeville. It's not the normal powdery mildew as it's ...
A.This sounds like Scale pests. Neem Oil is a good treatment. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/control-plant-scale.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htmRead MoreQ.Repotting Orchid - If I repot in a terracotta pot,does that need a drainage hole?
A.Yes, Orchids need special pots designed for their root system. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/repotting-orchid-plants.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/orchid-planting-mediums.htmRead MoreQ.Problem With Tree Roots - I have two large jacarandas growing in my front yard. They were pretty much the same size when we moved ...
A.The root system of either of these trees can lift and damage the tiles and it very well could be both. I would seek some expert advice to avoid further damage to your exterior property. Read MoreQ.Popcorn Plants - Will a popcorn plant last inside through the winter months. I am in zone 5. Thank you!
A.Although it will tolerate light frost, if you want to try to keep this plant over the winter in a greenhouse or a bright window, try to bring it indoors when nighttime temperatures are in the high 30’s. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/popcorn-cassia/popcorn-cassia-information.htmRead MoreQ.Hollyhocks - Planted three bulbs this spring. Have an enormus amount of green foliage, no flowers and only about 12-18 inches tall. Fertilized ...
A.Hollyhocks can be biennial, meaning they bloom in their 2nd year after planting. These links will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hollyhock/tips-on-hollyhocks-growing-hollyhocks-successfully.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hollyhock/winterizing-hollyhock-plants.htmRead More
