Q.Replanting Daffodils - My garden was dug up to prepare a new landscape and along with it were many daffodils. The workers saved ...
A.let the green leaves dry out, depending on where you live, I would plant them in the fall,dig a hole throw in a little fertilizer and plant with eye up and cover with dirt. And hope the squirrels don't dig ...Read MoreQ.Loquat Dark Spots On Foliage - Why dis my loquat tree that was very healthy when planted develop black or dark irregular spots for the ...
A.Here are some links that have more information for you. Refresh yourself on the watering, fertilizing and weed control. Additional link has information on the diseases know to effect Loquat Tree's. Please compare the information to the leaf markings that you ...Read MoreQ.What Kind Of Disease Can An Anthurium Have? - I have an anthurium plant in the house, so I hope you will help me even it is not a ...
A.Your plants are infested with Aphids. Here are some links that will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/homemade-aphid-control.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htmRead MoreQ.What Can I Use Instead Of A Pergola For A Wisteria Plant - I don't have a pergola and don't really have a place for one but I would like to get a ...
A.Here is a link to a website which will show you how to grow wisteria along the side of your shed using galvanized wire and brackets: http://www.sunset.com/garden/garden-basics/supporting-wisteria-vines Read More
Join Us -
Sign up to get all the latest gardening tips!
Q.Orange Trees - My mom has two orange trees with lots of thorns and no blooms. The trees have been through droughts and ...
A.If you are not getting any blossoms, then it definitely sounds like a nutrient imbalance. Even though you are fertilizing, the soil is getting too much nitrogen and not enough phosphorus. An abundance of nitrogen will result in plenty of ...Read MoreQ.Indoor (tropical) Cyclamen - Should old blooms be removed as they begin to droop? Will newer blooms succeed them, or is this a dormancy" ...
A.After a cyclamen blooms, it will go into a dormant state. Going into a dormant state looks very much like the plant is dying, as the leaves will turn yellow and fall off. It is not dead, just sleeping. With ...Read MoreQ.Weeping Cherry Tree - Bought a weeping cherry last spring. After all blossoms fell, nothing ever came back. Did not have any blooms this ...
A.There are a few reasons your weeping cherry may not be blooming this spring. It often takes a couple of years for a newly planted tree to become established and during this period there may not be blooms. ...Read MoreQ.Growing Purple Fountain Grass From Seed - I have 56 plants that I started from seed. They are about a foot tall and green. Also, spindly compared ...
A.Yes, you certainly can place several of your small plants together to form a larger plant. You can also leave them and continue growing them as you are. They just need time to grow larger and mature. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/purple-fountain-grass/grow-purple-fountain-grass.htmRead MoreQ.Why Won’t My Ice Plant Bloom? - I have a very healthy Ice Plant in my garden. It survived its first winter and is now growing beyond ...
A.Are they in a full sun location? My research indicates they may not be inclined to bloom if they are not in full sun. Also, it may be too soon to tell. Some ice plant varieties do not bloom ...Read MoreQ.Holly Bush Disease - The leaves on our two variegated holly bushes look very similar to this. The bottom third of the bushes are ...
A. This is Tar Spot on a Holly leaf. Here is more information about this fungus. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/diseases-of-holly-bushes-pests-and-diseases-damaging-holly-bushes.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/holly-problems-holly-leaf-spot-or-holly-tar-spot.htmRead MoreQ.Bright Yellow Lantana Flowers Turning White - My bright yellow lantana purchases two weeks ago is growing, BUT why are the blooms turning white? The blooms were ...
A.What you are seeing is normal - lantana blooms will change color as they mature. For more information on growing lantana, please visit the following link: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/lantana/how-to-propagate-lantana.htm Read MoreQ.Rose Rosette - Most plants get food through the roots. I tried using Termite Killer and Miracle grow mixed in a gallon of ...
A.While your mix may help kill the mites that are thought to spread the virus, I do not see how it would actually cure the infected rosebushes of the disease.Read MoreQ.Pussy Willow Not Producing Any Catkins - why does my pussy willow not produce any catkins? I started the bush from a branch cutting a few years ...
A.Your Pussy Willow needs part sun to full sun. Here is a link that will refresh you on the care requirements. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/pussy-willow/growing-pussy-willows.htmRead MoreQ.Wisteria - I planted my wisteria 5 years ago. The 1st 3 years it blossomed beautifully. Last year and this year it ...
A.Here is some articles that will help you - one discusses the possible reasons wisteria buds do not open and the other why wisterias do not bloom: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/wisteria/wisteria-buds-dont-open.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/wisteria/wisteria-blooming-problems.htm Read MoreQ.Rose Of Sharon - Planted two bare root Rose of Sharon shrubs middle of April. It's been a cool spring in Western NY. The ...
A.Fall is actually the ideal time to plant a Rose Of Sharon shrub. Spring planting of dormant plants is also fine. The ground is still cold and as it warms and the roots began to grow, your plant will began ...Read MoreQ.Tree Lilies - It's been a cold and somewhat damp spring this year. Last October I planted tree lilies, planting the bulbs about ...
A.I'm not sure what zone you are growing in. Tree Lilies are hardy in zones 4-8 and can tolerate the warmer temperatures that are in zones 9 and 10. The ideal depth for planting your Lily bulbs is 10 to 12 inches ...Read MoreQ.Planting Stonecrop Perennials - How deep do I plant them? Also, the soil is mixed with river rock. Is that ok?
A.Your Stonecrop plants do not have a big root system and can be planted quite shallow in a well draining soil that rich in organic material. Here are some articles that will help you get started! There are many different ...Read MoreQ.Growing Lime Tree In A Pot - I am receiving a lime tree from my family for Mom's Day. I live in Carroll County, Georgia. It is ...
A.There are several types of Lime Trees that can be grown in containers. Your tree should come with variety specifics and care information. Here are some links that will help you get started with your new plant! https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/potted-lime-trees.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-tips-care-of-lime-trees.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/watering-limes-in-containers.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/care-of-your-kaffir-lime-tree.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/mexican-key-lime-tree-info.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/tips-for-pruning-lime-tree.htmRead MoreQ.Jade Plant Has Little Bugs And White Spots - My jade plant has started having very tiny white bugs and white spots. How to get rid of bugs? Thanks
A.diatomaceous earth a light dusting.Read MoreQ.Growing Figs From Fresh Seed - I just picked a fig from my friend's tree. It may sound like a stupid question, but what's the best ...
A.Here is an article on fig tree propagation that will help you. Growing from seeds is very hard and often results in failure. I would recommend giving cuttings another chance. Granted, cuttings are not always successful (as you ...Read More
