Q.Lawn - Hi my name is nancy and I live in torrington Wyoming and my soil is a heavy clay and my ...
A.A soil test is the first step you can do to determine the soil nutrient levels and make good choices for amending your soil. Your county extension office can help you with a soil test for just a few dollars. This link ...Read MoreQ.Spring Cactus - My cactus looks very wilted, but the soil is moist. I gave it another small drink, thinking it wasn't getting ...
A. It sounds like your plant may have been overwatered. The soil should dry between waterings. Here is a link that will help you correct the plant. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/christmas-cactus/limp-christmas-cactus.htm Read MoreQ.Bug Or Fungus Or What? - The photos below show what happened to the leaves of ALL my plants last summer and here you'll see it ...
A.This is the damage from an eating pest, slugs or snails. Neem Oil can treat most pests and these articles can help you with information on slug treatments. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/kill-garden-slugs.htmRead More
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Q.How Do I Revive My Wilted, Scorched Plants? - I had a variety of plants outside for sun and watering and my husband lit the fire pit and the ...
A.Remove the dead plant material and wait and see if the plants can recover. All but the small plant look like they should have enough live plant material to live. Read MoreQ.Foxtail Grass - something to kill foxtail grass in potatoes without damaging potatoes
A.A pre emergent can be applied at a short time period in the spring, before most potato crops are planted. If you use any post emergent, you do run the risk of killing your potatoes. Here is a link with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/weeds/controlling-foxtail-weeds.htmRead MoreQ.Lilac Bushes - If you plant a white lilac bush next to a purple lilac bush will they both retain their colors?
A.Yes, they will not cross pollinate. Read MoreQ.Alyssum And Star Jasmine - Can I plant alyssum with star jasmine in the same pot ? Thank you .
A.Sure, alyssum can be a nice bottom filler in a pot. Make sure you have enough space for your plants. Read MoreQ.Brown Turkey Fig Trees - I recently purchased a potted fig tree, standing approximately 29" from top to base, with one fruit growing.The leaves appear ...
A.The dried leaves indicate something wrong with your Fig Tree. Make sure you are adequately watering your Fig. This link has more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/growing-figs-in-pots.htmRead MoreQ.Birds In Tangerine Tree - Tangerine tree is attracting chickadee birds . There can be at least be a dozen of them packing ...
A.Hanging old cd's and aluminum pie pans from the trees can help scare off the birds. This article has a few more ideas. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/protect-fruit-tree-birds.htmRead MoreQ.Late Frost - My wisteria is in the garden not against a wall and here in the Charente we had a late frost ...
A.Wait until any other damage of frost has passed. You can then cut back the damaged areas to one healthy leaf node past the damage. You can also just leave the damaged areas, especially if this is a mature Wisteria. ...Read MoreQ.Norfolk Island Pine Plant - My Norfolk Island Pine starts turning brown from the bottom and very dry everywhere, and is it good to put ...
A.This can be a common issue with an indoor Norfolk Island Pine. They need a high humidity to stay green and hydrated. This article has more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-island-pine-care.htmRead MoreQ.Planting Vegetables In Composted Steer Manure Without Mixing Dirt With It. - Can this be done? I'm thinking tomatoes.
A. There are gardeners that claim success with growing in pure compost, but a good rule of thumb is about 30 percent compost to your soil. Your compost may have too much nitrogen and you will end up with lots on nice ...Read MoreQ.Garden Pests - Does lovebugs harm daylilies? Thanks
A.Ladybugs are a great beneficial insect for your Daylily's and other garden plants. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/attract-ladybugs.htmRead MoreQ.Nematodes - The pouch did not dissolve in sprayer when shaken. So I believe it did not work as it ...
A.I would contact the customer service department of the product you used, they may replace the product for you. Read MoreQ.Tomato Plant Not Producing Fruit - I live in Hawaii & have a yomato plant in a large pot. lots of blooms but only 4 have ...
A.Make sure that your soil is sufficient for growing tomatoes. Soil should be well draining. There could be a few issues for lack of fruit, including the varieties you are growing. These articles will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/growing-tomatoes-pots-containers.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/growing-tomatoes-guide.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tomato-plant-problems.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tomato-blossoms-no-tomatoes.htmRead MoreQ.Bird Of Paradise - Hi there! I've had this bird of paradise for about 7 years. Not entirely sure what kind it is--got it ...
A.If your plant was labeled as a 'Paradise Palm', it is likely a Howia or Kentia Palm, not a Bird Of Paradise. Your plant will not bloom. You can repot the Palm into a larger pot, only go up about 2 inches ...Read MoreQ.Fig Tree - I plantedb2 trees this year, one is doing great, I have 7 figs on it, the other one has not ...
A.Suckers should be remove from the bottom of the tree. They take energy from the tree. Here are some links to help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-sucker-removal-and-tree-sucker-control.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/how-to-grow-figs.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/fertilizing-fig-trees.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/water-requirements-for-fig-trees.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/fig-tree-is-producing-fruit.htmRead MoreQ.Fertilizer For Peppers - What fertilizer can you use for pepper plants?
A.Fertilizer for peppers Read More
