Q.Whathappendtomyquestionsentonaprilsecond ? - i sent in a question about 3 year old grape vines that have never been pruned. that was april second. ...
A.Questions are answered in the order that they are received. If you have not received an answer, we may not have received it here in the Q & A. Here is an article that discusses Grapevine pruning. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/grapes/prune-grape-vine.htm Please try again, if ...Read MoreQ.Butterfly Bush - A large stem of my butterfly bush "rotted". It feel off in my hands. Inside seemed to have ...
A.The soil may be overly wet if you had issues with rotting stems. Make sure the soil is well draining. Though Butterfly Bush is quite pest resistant, it can be infected by pests such as Japanese Beetle, Spider ...Read MoreQ.Streptocarpus - What fertilizers do they use.Flowering or winter and how can I keep downy mildew at bay. I am ...
A.Fertilize with caution. A light (cut in half) application of a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during active growth. Flush the soil every so often to avoid excess fertilizer build up. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/streptocarpus-plants/care-for-streptocarpus.htm This link has information on the control of ...Read MoreQ.Pruning - When and how should I purine my gerbera daisy??
A.Prune the wilted or spent flowers all the way back to the crown. This will keep the plant healthy and encourage more flowers. Pinch or trim old leaves throughout the growing season to keep the plant tidy. Cut the plants back ...Read More
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Q.Plant Growth - Assuming everything else is equal does it make a difference to growth if I plant my crops in North-South or ...
A.Planting in North-South rows provides even sunlight exposure during the day. With that said, I myself change up my rows at time and even plant in sections in my raised beds. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/layout-options-for-gardens.htmRead MoreQ.Paddle Plant - I was given a large paddle plant in a non-drainage pot. Can I just water surface so it won't ...
A.I would suggest repotting it into a pot with a good drainage hole. Use a soil formulated for cactus or succulent. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen/succulent-plant-info.htmRead MoreQ.Transplanting And Pruning A Butterfly Bush Plant - I live in Zone 5 and need to transplant my Butterfly Bush plant. I have not pruned it yet so ...
A.Pruning before transplanting will make the move a whole lot easier. There'll just be less material to have to carry. Butterfly bushes are really tough and can often stand to be pruned back almost to the ground in cold climates ...Read MoreQ.Cedar Lebanon - We have a vast parkland spreading nearly 30 acres. I would like to introduce a cedar Lebanon into the parkland with ...
A.I would first determine if you are in zones 5b through 10a for a Lebanon Cedar. Full sun with well draining soil is needed. These species are difficult to transplant, so either start from seed or small seedlings. They are slow ...Read MoreQ.Holly - The holly bush in the garden has every leaf appears to have been eaten, I have been unable to find ...
A.Some pests can be very small and difficult to identify. This article lists the most common pests and disease. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/diseases-of-holly-bushes-pests-and-diseases-damaging-holly-bushes.htmRead MoreQ.Growing Cilantro Indoor In A Glass Jar - Hello, I am planning to start growing herbs indoor in a dollar tree glass container. So my concern is should the container ...
A.I would urge you to reconsider the growing container for your Cilantro Herb plant. A pot with a drainage hole is a better choice and you will then be rewarded with a healthier plant. Here is a link with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/cilantro/tips-for-growing-cilantro.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/cilantro/how-to-grow-cilantro-indoors.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/cilantro/how-to-harvest-cilantro.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/fluorescent-lighting-for-indoor-gardening.htm Read MoreQ.Question About Your Lucky Bamboo Article - Hello. Could you clarify a point here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/lucky-bamboo/growing-lucky-bamboo-indoor.htm Why can lucky bamboo be grown with the roots covered with water, but if ...
A.If potted in soil they can become infected easily with a fungus or bacteria such as Root Rot. Growing in water you can keep a close eye on the health of your plant and it's roots. Read MoreQ.How Long After Flowering I Can Cut Back Spent Snowflake Plants? - Do I have to wait until plant goes entirely brown or can I cut them back while still green but ...
A.If you are referring to leucojum plants, these grow from bulbs. The bulbs need nourishment from this year's foliage to ready them for next spring's show. For best bulb health and future flowers leave the foliage in place until it ...Read MoreQ.Mold In Garden - I am interested in a good use for rabbit pellets however, after collecting several pails of pellets they are all ...
A. The Rabbit manure will need to be properly composted before using in the garden. Here is an article that will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/manures/rabbit-manure-compost.htm Read MoreQ.Pachysandra - What type of fertiliser should I use?
A.Any general purpose fertilizer, used according to package directions, should work well on pachysandra.Read MoreQ.Fruitless Mulberry Tree - When do leaves start to bloom in spring on Mulberry tree. Ours has buds, but no leaves.
A. The small, light-green flowers will appear in early spring. The leaves will began to fill in after the Catkins began to mature. Read MoreQ.Burford Holly - My plants have little white circles with a black center. Not on all plants and usually on older leaves Always on ...
A. This is Holly Leaf Tar. Here is an article that will help you with this Holly disease. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/holly-problems-holly-leaf-spot-or-holly-tar-spot.htm Read MoreQ.Monkey Grass - What flowers can I plant with Monkey Grass?
A.Almost all perennials, grasses and bulbs would work nicely with Monkey Grass. Low growing ground covers also work nicely bordering Monkey Grass. Read MoreQ.Golden Barrel Cactus - My cactus has gone a bit mushy and is dying. I'm very worried and don't know if it needs less ...
A.Over watering is the most common cause of the loss of a cactus. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/barrel-cactus/barrel-cactus-care.htmRead MoreQ.Climbing Hydrangea - It is early spring here and I pruned my hydrangea, it is leaking liquid from the cut points. Will this ...
A.Pruning of your Climbing Hydrangea should be done in late summer, just after the plant has finished flowering. If your plant needed a heavy prune, this is done late winter to early spring-generally before any active growth. Avoid pruning for ...Read More