Q.Problem With Basil Wilting - All of a sudden my basil (sweet basil) plants wilt and shrivel, starting from the top. No bugs anywhere, at ...
A. Fusarium Wilt is a common issue with Basil plants. These articles will help you pinpoint the cause. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/basil-diseases.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/fix-droopy-basil-plants.htmRead MoreQ.Plant Color Change - This year my hot lips has changed color. Instead of being red and white, it is now just white. The ...
A.This is quite common for your Hot Lips plant. You may see all red, red and white flowers and all white flowers. Temperatures can be a contributing factor. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hot-lips-plant/what-is-hot-lips-plant.htmRead MoreQ.Horse Chestnut Tree - How much does a Horse Chestnut Tree grow yearly? I found one growing from under our garage. I potted it, ...
A.Grows quickly as a young plant and slows as the tree matures. Here is a few links. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/horse-chestnut/how-to-grow-a-horse-chestnut-tree.htm https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/st061 Read More
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Q.Can I Cut Off Hosta Blossoms - I love my Hostas until they bloom. I do not find the blossom attractive and they look unruly. I would ...
A.You certainly can trim away the flower. This will not harm the hosta. Use a sharp garden clippers or scissors and cut the stem as far down into the plant as possible. Read MoreQ.Star Jasmine - Mine has lost all of its leaves, but it continues to grow what looks like flower buds. What happened? This ...
A.Have you fertilized your vine? Have you maintained a daily watering schedule? This link will refresh you on the care requirements. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/jasmine/star-jasmine-as-ground-cover.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/jasmine/how-to-fertilize-jasmine.htmRead MoreQ.Care For Older Neglected Peach Trees - I inherited land with 4 peach trees. The original trees have long since died and suckers have grown up some ...
A.If the main trees have died and they are growing from a grafted root stock, it is nearly impossible to tell the type of tree that could be growing from the shoots. Here are some links for you with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/peach-tree-care.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-sucker-removal-and-tree-sucker-control.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/tree-with-no-peaches.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/fertilizing-peach-trees.htm Read MoreQ.Loss Of Buds - We have a lot of buds on our tree but they fall off before they open. Do you know why ...
A.I'm not sure of what kind of tree your referring to. Generally speaking though buds are the most sensitive part of the plant or tree. Stresses like watering issues, temperature fluctuations, to much fertilizer could all be reasons. Read MoreQ.Blackberry Plant - Planted 3 weeks ago. Have some new growth but leaves turning yellow and end of beaches turning dark...looks dead. We ...
A.Make sure the planting soil is good loamy soil and that the soil is not soggy. Roots that sit in soggy soil will certainly rot. Your plants may have suffered root rot. You can trim away the dead plant material and ...Read MoreQ.Canna Lilies - My canna lily's leaves are getting holes in them, like something is eating them.
A.If the holes are near the base of the plants, Slugs may be the issue. Caterpillars can also enjoy eating your Canna leaves. Here are some links with information on these pests. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/kill-garden-slugs.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/prevent-caterpillars.htmRead MoreQ.Yews - In Illinois we had a yew that was about 3 ft high and was tapered at the end.
A.Here is an article about the care of Yews. If you have a more specific question, please let us know! https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/yew/growing-yew-shrubs.htm Read MoreQ.Lady Slipper Seed - I want to know how to plant a lady slipper seed.
A.Growing from seed is a very difficult task. This link will explain the process. http://www.fcps.edu/islandcreekes/ecology/pink_ladys_slipper.htmRead MoreQ.Sick Jacaranda Tree - My 12 year Jachranda tree is suddenly very sick. Very few leaves. Flowers fall off before blooming. What can I ...
A.Have you pruned it? Generally, a light pruning each year in late winter/early spring will help keep the tree looking and performing at its best. Be sure to remove any diseased/broken branches as well as any sucker growth at the ...Read MoreQ.French Dwarf Bean Problem - I'm not sure what the problem is with my French dwarf bean plants. They are starting to develop a woody ...
A.I would check for borers, which can burrow into the stalks and cause them to become woody. The corn borer is a common pest of bean plants. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/corn/controlling-corn-borer-pests.htm Read MoreQ.What’s The Name Of These Two Plants? - I have to choose two plants and answer questions relating to them, but the two plants I chose I don't ...
A.Can you send us an image of the plants?Read MoreQ.Holly Bush Health - We recently moved a potted holly bush to our new house where we plan to plant it in the ground ...
A.Your plant looks pretty tough. It was likely stressed from the transplant and may not have received enough water. Do the stems bend or break and snap off? You can also do the bark scratch test to determine if the plant is still ...Read MoreQ.Half Of Annabelle Hydrangea Dying - I purchased a brand new Annabelle hydrangea in mid April. The first location I planted it seemed to be too ...
A.Bend the branches; do the bend or snap off and break? Cut back the branches that are dead. Your Hydrangea is likely quite stressed with 2 transplants. Make sure you are watering each day, and that the soil is moist but never soggy. If ...Read MoreQ.Fertilizer For Citrus - What is the best NPK fertilizer percentage to produce quality fruit from Citrus reticulata in 50kg NPK fertilizer bag?
A. Here is a link with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/fertilizing-citrus-trees-best-practices-for-citrus-fertilizing.htm Read MoreQ.Deterring Cats - I put a number of moth balls around my honeysuckle plant last summer to deter cats from doing their business ...
A. Moth Balls is not a recommended product to use in the garden for the safety of humans and animals. Here is an article that has more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/mothballs-in-gardens.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/cat-repellent.htm Read MoreQ.Yucca Plant - We transplanted a yucca from a planter. How much water will it need?
A.Being native to the southwest, Yucca plants only need water when the soil is completely dry a few inches down. They need soil that drains well, and will tolerate a really good soaking that mimics natural rainfall when you ...Read More