Q.My New Rubber Tree Plant. - I just bought a new smaller rubber tree plant at Walmart and I have taken it out of the old ...
A. The plant should be at the same height as the window if possible. Here is a link to help you with care information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/how-to-care-for-a-rubber-tree-plant.htm Read MoreQ.Grafting - I had a lemon and 2 kinds of pink grapefruit all on one tree. I moved and it stayed. I ...
A.Thank you, we love to help gardeners! I'm sure it was tough to leave that tree behind. I listed a few links for you to help you get started-again. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/what-is-a-graft-collar.htm http://www.fruitmentor.com/grafting-citrus-trees-cleft-graft https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-grafting-budding-lime-trees-to-propagate.htm Read MoreQ.Clivia - My clivia bloom stayed inside the leaves. It did not grow a stalk. Why? Thank you!
A.This actually can be common, especially the first time that your Clivia blooms. A cooler location can help along with feeding with a soluble fertilizer is the most effective way to induce the peduncle to grow normally. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/clivia/clivia-plant.htm Read MoreQ.Citrus - Could you please tell me how far apart to plant orange and lemon trees. Thanks Bruce.
A. Here are some great articles that will help with care and layout of the tree plantings. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/growing-an-orange-tree.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/how-to-grow-a-lemon-tree.htm http://afghanag.ucdavis.edu/a_horticulture/fruits-trees/citrus/fact-sheets/FS_Fruit_Citrus_Layout.doc Read More
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Q.Lemon Plant Growth - My lemon plant is about 3.5 inches tall and has developed 9 leaves. When will it blossom and bear fruit?
A.The good news is that your lemon plant looks very sturdy and healthy. The bad news is that you've got something of a wait ahead of you. Lemon trees grown from seed often take about 15 years before they actually ...Read MoreQ.Mexican Orange - I have two older lime green Mexican orange plants, quite mature in size. They have received a lot of winter ...
A.The best time to prune is early spring. Here is a link with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/tips-for-pruning-lime-tree.htmRead MoreQ.Indoor Banana Croton Plant Transplanting - How do I transplant a a indoor banana croton plant?
A.If your plant is showing signs of outgrowing it's container you can repot. Use a pot only 1 to 2 inches in size larger. Use a good commercial potting soil. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/croton/care-croton-plants.htmRead MoreQ.Trouble Growing Onions - when i plant onions they start out growing fairly well standing straight, then suddenly the leaves or stalks start twisting ...
A.This can be frustrating! These articles will help you get started with healthy strong onions. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/onion/treating-diseases-of-onion.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/onion/find-how-to-grow-onions-in-your-garden.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/onion/onion-info-tips-for-growing-big-onions.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/onion/onion-bulb-formation.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/onion/onion-bolting.htmRead MoreQ.Soil Problem?? - I am an organic home gardener and was getting my garden boxes prepared for this season and I noticed that ...
A.It is too difficult to say with just a description. It could be something or nothing. I would suggest a soil test, and take a sample of the plant material in question to your County Extension Office. Here is a link ...Read MoreQ.Weeping Cherry Tree - I have 2 weeping cherry trees , one is doing good the other the top 1/3 seems to be dying ...
A.Unfortunately it sounds as if the one Weeping Cherry top graft has died. Weeping Cherry Trees are grafted onto the trunk of a different root stock. The growth that you describe is growing from the root stock--not from ...Read MoreQ.Using Coffee Grounds As Fertilizer - How often can I use the coffe grounds in my vegetable garden?
A.A good recommendation is 1 Tablespoon around the base of plants--worked into the soil--weekly. You can scatter lightly around larger plants and then scratch into the soil--perhaps about a cup, weekly around shrubs. The remainder can be composted or saved for future ...Read MoreQ.Replacing Grass In A Shady Area - What is the best plant to replace grass in a deep shade area?
A.This article discusses shade ground covers. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/shade/ground-covers-for-shade.htm Visit your local garden centers and see what is available in your region. Read MoreQ.Wild Onion Plants - what is the best way to get rid of wild onion plants
A.There is no easy way, but this link will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/weeds/killing-wild-onions.htmRead MoreQ.Boysenberries - They had ony flower this summer, id didn't produce any fruit. This was second summer in garden. do they fruit ...
A.When did you plant your berry plants? It will take 2 to 3 years for berries to form on Boysenberry plants. Read MoreQ.Sweet Potatovine - I,'ve had a sweet potato Vineland was growing beautifully. It's about 3 years old and want to know if you ...
A. Yes, your plant is likely needing repotting and new soil. Many times the tubers will also just become to old to continue growing. Starting new plants from cuttings is also a way to keep your plant going. Here are ...Read MoreQ.Cyclamen - I have a number of cyclamen growing from seed but find no information about getting them to the tuber stage. ...
A.It can take up to 2 years for a tuber to form of any significant size. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/cyclamen/cyclamen-seed-propagation.htmRead MoreQ.Wintering A Hisbiscus Inside My House - It was doing well until just lately. A large number of leaves have wilted, some start with a brownish ...
A.This may be a good time to prune your Hibiscus and get it ready for the warmer temps of spring and summer. Make sure you are not overwatering and that your plant is getting a nice sunny location. Here are some links ...Read MoreQ.Woodcutter Bees Prevention - I have a new deck, about 4 months now, when should I paint, I am seeing woodcutter bees every day? ...
A.Bees are least active in the evening, this may be a good time to paint. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/carpenter-bee-control.htmRead MoreQ.I Have Some Peony Bulbs That I Want To Plant But They Are Sprouting Already And I Don’t Have The Holes Ready. Could I Plant T - he in big pots until the holes are ready? I have some peoni bulbs that are sprouting already, ...
A.Peonies typically grow from chunks of root, not bulbs. Do you have a picture or more information to help identify what you've got?Read MoreQ.Swiss Cheese Plant Looks Wilteds - I have a swiss cheese plant that I've had for almost a year now. It is growing and producing new ...
A.The nature of this plant is to support itself on other plants. In a pot they may need some support. so though you feel it is droopy or wilted, it is normal. Here are some links with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/repotting-cheese-plants.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/moss-pole-plant-support.htmRead More