Q.Daylilies - Do daylilies put off an offensive odor during growing season?
A.Day lilies have a light pleasing fragrance with some cultivators a stronger smell then others. Read MoreQ.Date Palm - At a lecture, the speaker said a "fact" that for date palms to produce quality fruit, the roots of the ...
A.Though you do need male and female Date Palms for fruit production, I have not found any information about 'root mingling' for fruit to be produced. Here are some links with more information. https://hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/morton/date.html https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/date/date-palm-tree-care.htmRead MoreQ.Mature Pine Tree Root Heaving - I have a mature Pine tree that is possibly showing slight root heaving. Can I weigh that side down, maybe with ...
A.This article discusses exposed tree roots with the unfortunate news that there isn't much you can do. If the tree is really in danger of falling over, it will have to be removed. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/exposed-tree-roots.htm Read MoreQ.About Gerbera - How to fertilize a new gerbera plant?
A.Use a balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during active growth. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gerbera-daisy/growing-gerbera-daisies.htmRead More
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Q.Lily Of The Valley - We are moving and my grandmother had lily of the valley at the side of her home. It has not ...
A.Yes, you can dig up the pips and place in pot of soil for the move. Water then lightly and keep in a shady location. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/lily-of-the-valley/growing-lily-of-the-valley.htmRead MoreQ.Guidance For Eucalyptus - I have a land of 43560 square foot. I have planted Eucalyptus on that. Can you please guide me on ...
A.Here are some links that will help you. http://www.treeplantation.com/eucalyptus.html https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/eucalyptus/tips-growing-eucalyptus.htm Read MoreQ.Pruning Grapes - I am removing blackberry vine from old grapevines. It is late for pruning the grapes I know. How far back ...
A.It all depends what purpose your grape vines are serving. Are you using them to bear fruit or are they more decorative on a fence? I have grape vines in my backyard that serve a decorative purpose only. ...Read MoreQ.Lilacs - My lilacs are starting to get leaves but some of them have started with brown leaves instead of green. Is ...
A.You will need to do some further inspection of the plant. Look for any other leaf issues that may help determine if the leaf damage is Lilac Bacterial Blight. Has is been dry or excessive rain or wet conditions? The leaves could be ...Read MoreQ.Gardenia Bush - It has black on the leaves. How do I get rid of it?
A.This is Sooty Mold and Neem Oil is a good treatment. Here are some articles to help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-pests.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/common-gardenia-diseases.htmRead MoreQ.Calla Lily - The bright, shiny, healthy green leaves are turning to a dull, 'rust' color....and the tips of the lily itself are ...
A.The direct sun may be too much for the plants in your warmer climate. Give them some shelter with the hottest part of the day. Here is a link to refresh you on the care requirements. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/growing-calla-lilies-and-care-of-calla-lilies.htmRead MoreQ.When Is Leaf Lettuce Mature Enough To Eat? - How do I know when a leaf lettuce is mature enough to eat? This is my 1st time gardening. I ...
A.What lettuce did you plant? Green and red lettuce, butter head lettuce, stem lettuce or romaine lettuce? Each is a little bit different on when they are fully ripe. I will discuss green and red lettuce here. If you like ...Read MoreQ.Can They Take Full Sun In Zone 9 - I live in Tucson, Arizona. I want to plant my photinia in full sun in center of yard, no shade ...
A.Given that red tip photinia's prefer full sun, this should be fine. For more information on the care of red tip Photinia's, please visit the following link: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/photinia/growing-red-tip-photinia.htm Read MoreQ.How Do I Start A Veggie And Herb Garden - When and how do I start a veggie garden and herb garden outside? I have no idea when to start ...
A.We have so many articles on our web site that will help you with your new garden! Start a list of what you like to eat and what you would like to grow. Research your growing zone to determine when you can ...Read MoreQ.Honeysuckle Vine - I have a honeysuckle vine that has grown into a bush and the vines cascade across a wood fence. There ...
A. Here are some articles that will help you. https://www.ndsu.edu/pubweb/chiwonlee/plsc368/student/papers03/pmurdock/propagationofhoneysucklevine.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/honeysuckle/prune-honeysuckle-plants.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/honeysuckle/japanese-honeysuckle-weed.htmRead MoreQ.English Ivy - How to propagating for ivy. I have tried water in a window and soil in the greenhouse.
A.Here are some articles that will help you. Try using Rooting Hormone to help reduce bacteria and give the cuttings a boost. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ivy/ivy-plant-propagation.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/groundcover/english-ivy/english-ivy-plant-care.htm Read MoreQ.Water Container In The Shade, Plant Options - I'd like to grow a water container garden. I have an appropriate container but my ONLY option is for it ...
A.Though there are several plants will grow in a shady location, keep in my the all plants to need some amount of sunshine. Hardy lilies, Arrow Arum, Arrowhead, Bamboo Dwarf, Bog lily, Cardinal flower, Lizard's Tail, Parrot's Feather, Pennywort, Pickerel Rush, ...Read MoreQ.Apricot Tree Does Not Bear Fruits - I have a six year old apricot tree and it looks very healthy. I fertilize it and water it once ...
A.Here are some articles that will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apricots/apricot-tree-not-fruiting.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apricots/apricot-tree-growing.htm Read MoreQ.Clivias - Is your advice for northern or southern hemisphere?
A.Many people grow Clivia as an indoor houseplant. Clivia are hardy in zone 9-11. The suggested dormancy period in the article would be correct for the Northern Hemisphere. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/clivia/clivia-plant.htm Read MoreQ.Hyacinth And Tulips In Pots - I purchased hyacinth and tulips in pots both flowering. Can I keep them as houseplants or do they have to ...
A. Here are some articles that will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/hyacinth-forcing-indoors.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/planting-and-care-of-hyacinths.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/forced-bulbs-in-pots-yearly.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/hyacinths-falling-over.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/hyacinth-bulbs-in-pots.htm Read MoreQ.When Should I Use Bat Guano To Fertilize My Roses? - What is the best way to use bat guano for roses, tea or top dressing?
A.I prefer the top dressing method working it lightly into the soils. The benefits tend to last longer that way.Read More