Q.Elephant Foot Tree Bending Over - I have been the proud caretaker of an Elephant Foot tree for over 40 years. It has always been indoors ...
A. think the only option is to stake it to provide additional support. For more information on elephant foot trees, please visit the following link: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ponytail-palm/ponytail-palm-care.htm Read MoreQ.Grass For Shady Area With Runoff - I have a shady side yard about 16 feet wide and 50 feet long with water run off. I had ...
A.I believe the biggest issue with the Monkey Grass would be the damp ground conditions. The wet conditions are the biggest issue for you to deal with. Here are some links that have more information on alternative ground covers and grass that ...Read MoreQ.Strawberry Plants - Why are the newly planted strawberry plants' leaves turning a dry dark color - dry like there not getting watered? ...
A.Strawberries need full sunshine and well draining soil. Check the soil moisture level. Check the plant crowns, are they soft and rotting? There are several diseases of Strawberries that can effect the condition of the leaves and the fruit. Here ...Read MoreQ.Identification Of Plant In Our Garden - I wonder if you can let me know what the plant in the attached photograph is, as I have no ...
A.I do believe that is Cape Sorrel.Read More
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Q.Tomatoes And Squash Failures - Can someone please tell me what is wrong with my plants? I have included photos.
A.I'm sorry we did not receive the images. Please try again to upload them. Read MoreQ.Winter Butternuts - How many pockets of seeds per 1 hectare if I want to plant? Seeds and seedlings, which one is the ...
A.Butternut Squash is directly planted into hills of soil. Generally speaking you plant 4 or 5 seeds per hill. Seedlings do not transfer well to the garden. Here is a link to refresh you on the care instructions. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/growing-butternut-squash.htmRead MoreQ.Controlling Flooding In Garden - Will digging a ditch in my garden help to control flooding after a heavy rainfall? I don't have heavy clay. ...
A.This article will give you some ideas on how to improve drainage: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/yard-drainage-problems.htm Read MoreQ.Holly Bushes - How close should the male and female be planted?
A.GardeningKnowHow.com recommends that the male and female plants be within 200 yards of each other: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/holly-bush-no-berries.htmRead MoreQ.Magnolia Tree - My magnolia tree's leaves are turning yellow and falling off. I have read the info here and apparently it is ...
A.Is the tree showing any other signs of disease? Do the leaves have any other signs of issues, spots, holes, dark edges? Some yellowing of leaves is normal aging of a tree. Watering issue, heavy rains or drought can cause yellowing ...Read MoreQ.Using Coffee Grounds In The Garden - How should I use COFFEE GROUNDS in my garden; which types of plants to use them with and how, please ...
A.There is no need to dry the coffee grounds prior to garden use or composting. Here are some articles that will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/ingredients/coffee-grounds-gardening.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/vegetables-in-coffee-grounds.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/diluted-coffee-for-plants.htmRead MoreQ.Garden Pests And Wanted Creatures - We have just purchased a garden animal and pest repellent that works with ultrasonic sound and a motion detector. However, ...
A.I did not find any information on whether Toads are harmed or chased off by the ultrasonic sound. I would call the customer service number on the device you are using to inquire this question. Read MoreQ.Holly Tree Was Frost Bitten - My holly tree was frost bitten. All of the leaves are brown and dry. How I can save the tree? ...
A.I think in your case I would take a wait and see approach. If the branches are still green and pliable I don't think pruning is in order just yet as it may still regrow leaves. Some fertilizer ...Read MoreQ.White Clover Lawn - How often do you need to cut the lawn to keep the flowers away (to keep bees away)?
A.It will be nearly impossible to keep the Clover flowers from your White Clover Lawn. Flowers form at about 4 to 8 inches in height, so you can reduce the flowers by cutting prior to it growing these heights. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lawn-substitutes/white-clover/grow-a-white-clover-lawn.htmRead MoreQ.Designing And Sowing - Is it better to run my vegetable rows N to S or E to W?
A.You can plant your row either direction! You can even run the rows diagonally, or even plant in squares. Changing how you plant your garden and how you design your gardening space is a personal choice. Here are some links ...Read MoreQ.Grapes - Why do they release water?
A.This is called Guttation. Here is a link that will explain this. http://msue.anr.msu.edu/uploads/files/Physiological_PDFs/Guttation.pdfRead MoreQ.Knockout Roses - What is name of disease on these roses which have brown spots?
A.The brown spots could be rust. Without seeing the plant itself, it's hard to know which one.Read MoreQ.Care Of Jade Plant - I live in Portland, Oregon and was wondering if I can put my Jade on my balcony during the summer ...
A.Yes, as long as it will still get direct sunlight for a few hours per day. I've had a couple of Jade plants that I brought indoors thinking that there would still be plenty of light, but the side ...Read MoreQ.Sunlight - How much sun do zucchini and squash need to grow?
A.Your Zucchini and Squash need full sun to grow and develop fruit. At least 6 hours of sunlight and they can even use 8 to 10 hours of sunlight. Read MoreQ.Cherry Tomato Plants - I just planted two cherry tomato plants about 3 weeks ago and now they have little brown spots all over ...
A.Make sure that you are cleaning away (and destroying) any old and dead leaves around your tomato plants. Avoid letting water stay on the leaves when you water your plants. Make sure that there is adequate air circulation between your ...Read MoreQ.Red Flowers Found On Gardenia Tree - I thought gardenia only came in white but over the past few years I have noticed red flower buds growing ...
A.I have not found any information on a red flower on a Gardenia. The Gardenia will produce a seed that is red/orange in color after blooming. Here is a link that has images of this. https://alwaysgrowing.wordpress.com/2008/11/20/seep-pod/Read More