Q.Pineapple - My pineapple has these yellow-reddish-brown spots. In first stage they are white. After couple of days they change collor. What ...
A.It looks like it might be yellow spot virus, which is spread by thrips. This article will tell you all about how to control thrips: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/controlling-thrips.htm Read MoreQ.Hollyhocks - Planted hollyhocks frm seeds they finally started blooming & the landlord pulled them out of the ground,they were out of ...
A. Hollyhocks generally have a tap root that does not transplant well. The fact that your plants were out of the ground for a length of time also does not work on your behalf. You can grow Hollyhocks in containers, but ...Read MoreQ.Horse Manure - Can you plant vegetable directly into aged horse manuure. I say no and my husband says yes.
A. Properly composted, horse manure is an excellent source of fertilizer or amendment to the soil. The composted manure alone is likely to rich in nitrogen for a vegetable garden. You may have lots of green leaves, but no vegetables. You need ...Read More
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Q.Oleander - Have lots of buds, but flowers do not open. Budsdry up and die. In a large planter Live ...
A.Oleanders can be repotted in the Spring. They do not like to have crowded roots. Common pests on this plant are Aphids and Scale. They can cause the buds to drop. Treat the plant with Neem Oil. Yellowing leaves ...Read MoreQ.Japanese Weeping Maple Trees - When and how to fertilize a weeping Japanese Maple tree?
A.Japanese Maples are light feeders. When newly planted you can mix in compost with the soil. In the spring you can use a light fertilizer in early spring. Older trees can be fed a 13-13-13 fertilizer approx 3 weeks before new growth in ...Read MoreQ.Natural Rooting Agent - Can honey be used to make a rooting agent?
A.Yes, honey is a very popular natural rooting agent. This article covers a few ways to do it: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/cuttings/honey-root-hormone.htmRead MoreQ.Potted Plant - Will knockout roses grow well in pots rather than the ground? What size pots are best according to the size ...
A. Knockout roses can do quite well in pots. I would not use a pot less than 18 to 20 inches in diameter and at least as deep as a five gallon bucket. I like to give the root system lots ...Read MoreQ.Transplanting And Dividing Irises - I live near Burlington, VT. I have an overgrown bed around some birch trees. Many things were planted there and ...
A.Spring is an excellent time to lift and divide your Iris. I'm doing the same in an area of my garden! Here are some links that will help you! Just a suggestion; if you have a local Garden Club, perhaps some gardeners ...Read MoreQ.Planting Sago Palm Trees - Should I plant in a container or in the ground and on what side of the house? North, South, East ...
A.Here are some articles that will help you decide how to plant a Sago Palm in your garden! https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/sago-palm/how-to-care-for-sago-palms.htm http://anrcatalog.ucanr.edu/pdf/8039.pdf Read MoreQ.Iris - Something is chewing through the stalks of my iris slightly below each bloom. Last year they chewed every single bloom ...
A.Rats most certainly can do the damage shown, along with other rodents or animals. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/eliminate-rats-in-gardens.htmRead MoreQ.Myer Lemon Tree In Container - I have just got mine it was in a gallon pot I put it in 2 gal pot it was ...
A.This was likely to large of a container size move for your Lemon Tree, unless is was severely root bound. Repotting is best done in early spring before the plant begins actively growing. Too large of a pot can make watering difficult. ...Read MoreQ.Peacock Orchid Bulb - the peacock orchid bulb has a hairy end and a pointed cone end which end faces the sun when planted ...
A.Paul, here are instructions for planing your peacock orchid bulbs: https://www.leafari.com/peacock-orchid-acidanthera-planting-guide.html Read MoreQ.Taking Care Of A Box Bush - I have a holly bush or a box bush it is not doing very well now the leaves are starting ...
A. Yellowing of your shrubs could be due to watering issues, disease and or pests. These links have more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/holly-yellow-leaves.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/boxwood/yellow-or-brown-boxwoods.htmRead MoreQ.Drooping Leaves - Hello. I have a hyacinth. The bloom has already died, I've cut the stall down. I transplanted from a 4" ...
A.Once your forced Hyacinth has finished blooming, the leaves should be left to die down naturally. Your bulb can then be stored or planted outdoors. Here are some articles that will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/care-for-hyacinth-houseplants.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/hyacinths-falling-over.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/curing-hyacinth-bulbs.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/hyacinth-bulbs-in-pots.htm Read MoreQ.Ornamental Allium Seedlngs - When can I transplant them?
A.You are in zone 5a. The average last frost date is between May 1-10. These dates are guidelines and you will need to watch the weather trends. When your seedlings have generally reached 3 to 4 inches in height and an ...Read MoreQ.White Tiny Worms In Soil - My soil has tiny white worms. I don't like chemicals, how can I kill them with a natural product?
A. Worms can come from compost. All healthy garden soil has worms. It is likely not an issue. This link has more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/basics/pot-worms-in-compost.htmRead MoreQ.PINEAPPLE PLANT - Do I pick the pineapple off or just let it be? How large of a pot should I put it ...
A.Pineapple fruits take about 6 months to mature, so you should wait at least that long. It looks like this one might have some more growing to do. You can read more about pineapple harvesting here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pineapples/picking-pineapple-fruits.htm As far as a ...Read More
