Q.Orange & Lemon Tree Leaf Drop - Help! Until a few weeks ago we had a healthy lemon tree and orange tree in our greenhouse. No idea ...
A.The most common reason for leaf drop on Citrus is uneven watering. Here are some articles that will help you pinpoint the issue. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/leaves-falling-off-citrus-tree.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/lemon-tree-leaf-drop.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-leaf-drop-why-a-lime-tree-is-losing-leaves.htmRead MoreQ.Jade Has Weak Stem - Jade has weak stem and looks like roots are growing off the stems all the way up. It cannot support ...
A.It's normal to see what looks like roots growing out of various places on a Jade plant. Depending on where they're growing from and how much you feel like "pruning" the plant, you take a cutting off of that ...Read MoreQ.Split In Bark Of Apple Tree ‘James Greaves’ - I have a young apple tree which has developed a split running vertically in the bark at the point of ...
A.Here are 2 excellent articles for you with several tips. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/cracking-tree-trunks.htm http://plantclinic.cornell.edu/factsheets/barksplitting.pdf Read More
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Q.Weeds Or Seeds - Can you please tell me what this is I have growing in two of my tubs? I have not planted ...
A.It appears very much like Slender Speedwell. http://www.lawnweeds.co.uk/slender-speedwell.htmlRead MoreQ.Lilac Bush - We planted a lilac bush two years ago. Last year we had a small display of lilac, but this year, ...
A.This article will help you pinpoint the issue with your Lilac. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/lilac-bush-not-blooming.htmRead MoreQ.Bamboo Type - Had these 3 bamboo fargesia plants for 2-3 years now. As you can see, they are too big for the ...
A.We did not receive the image. This link may help you with identification. http://www.bamboogarden.com/Hardy%20clumping.htm Read MoreQ.Mock Orange - I have shrub with white trumpet-shaped, perfumed flowers with 5 petals and middle top petal has a yellow smudge in ...
A.Can you send us an image of the shrub to aid in identification? Your growing zone will also help us. Read MoreQ.Citronella Plant - How often and how much water for an indoor citronella plant? And the same on a sweet basil plant? Thank you
A.Make sure they are potted in well draining soil. Water well so soil is moist but not soggy. They will need at least 6 hours of bright sunlight daily. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/scented-geranium/mosquito-citronella-geranium-plant.htm http://www.gardenhttps://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/what-are-varieties-of-basil.htmingknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/what-are-varieties-of-basil.htm Read MoreQ.Planting A Small Tree In A Planter - We have a planter which is 40cm deep. It is about 1m sq. or slightly bigger. Would this be suitable ...
A.This could work for small dwarf trees, such as a dwarf citrus tree. If you are looking to plant an ornamental type tree, you will likely need a larger container. Here is an article with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/growing-trees-in-containers.htmRead MoreQ.Yellowing Petunias - My petunia leaves have turned yellow and some of the flower buds have turned brown. The under growth looks healthy. ...
A.You are watering regularly, but do you check the soil before doing so? The plants should be kept moist but not soggy. Weekly fertilizer would be a good schedule. You will have smaller blossoms and less flowers in a more shady location and ...Read MoreQ.Plant/bush Description - Can you tell me what kind of bush this is? It looks like a type of bamboo bush.
A.We did not receive an image. Read MoreQ.Pear Tree - I have 2 pear trees, 1 had flowers and now is covered in leaves but the other only has a ...
A.Do the leaves, branches or trunk of the tree show any signs of pests or disease? You can do the bark scratch test to determine if the tree is still alive. Here are some links with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pear/growing-pear-trees.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pear/fixing-pear-tree-problems.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-scratch-test.htmRead MoreQ.Something Growing On Lawn - I noticed something started growing on my lawn in my backyard. I noticed today and I don't know what it ...
A.Can you give us a description or upload an image so we can help with identification? Read MoreQ.Pests - I have spots on leaves and looks like it's spreading throughout my entire garden. I am an organic gardener. Now ...
A.Spots on plant leaves could be due to pests or fungus issues. Neem Oil is a good organic treatment for most sucking insects and also works as a fungicide. Neem Oil is safe for people, pets and Bees. I use this in my ...Read MoreQ.Origin Of Moon Cactus - If moon cactus has no chlorophyll and can't survive on its own without being grafted to a host cactus, then ...
A.Since there are over 80 known species of Moon Cactus, there's a good chance they all came from a far fewer number of specimens that, over time, naturally grafted to other chlorophyll-producing plants, and among themselves, in the wild. If you ...Read MoreQ.Planting Alfalfa Seeds In Garden - We are located in Zone 9. Can we plant anytime of the year?
A.Since Alfalfa is a cool cover crop you will want to plant in the fall in your region. Here are a few links with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/alfalfa/growing-alfalfa.htm Read MoreQ.What Plants Are These? - I bought a house and found these growing in the flower bed. What are they?
A.I did upload 3 images, how do I do it again?Read More