Q.Planting Hollyhocks Seeds - When to plant the seeds of hollyhocks in Northern Vic?
A.Hollyhocks don't like to be transplanted so direct sowing is best. Plant out into the garden as soon as the weather is ready for any planting. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hollyhock/tips-on-hollyhocks-growing-hollyhocks-successfully.htmRead MoreQ.Sycamore Tree Seeds - I would like to know exactly which part of the "ball" from sycamore trees is the actual seed? Is ...
A.Thank you for your quick answer. It's ok that hubby is right, this time. 😀 So the little middle hard ball is useless? Read MoreQ.Ferns And Composting - My name is Sam and I'm from Wichita, KS. I want to save my mom's fern because it's browning and ...
A.Avoid fertilizing the fern during the winter months. Prune away any dead material. Here are some great articles to help you care for the fern. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/boston-fern-care.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ferns-houseplants/growing-ferns-indoors.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/overwintering-boston-ferns.htmRead MoreQ.Pothos - I have a lovely Pothos which has grown exceedingly long. In the process, it has lost leaves long sections of ...
A.No, the stems will not generate new leafs in open sections. Keeping the plant pruned will help you retain a full and lush plant. Here are some links to help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/pothos/pothos-plant-care.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/pothos/propagating-pothos.htmRead More
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Q.Tangerine Tree - Every year my tree blossoms but all the blossoms fall off and no fruit.
A. This could be due to lack of pollination or environmental issues. Here are some links to help you pinpoint the issue. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/no-fruit-on-orange-trees.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/citrus-blooming-season.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/fertilizing-citrus-trees-best-practices-for-citrus-fertilizing.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/hand-pollinating-oranges.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/growing-an-orange-tree.htmRead MoreQ.Indoor Orchid - I received an indoor orchid for my birthday. About 2 months ago, I repotted it. The blooms fell off, so ...
A.Here are some great articles to help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/how-to-prune-an-orchid.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/indoor-orchid-care.htmRead MoreQ.Orchid Potting - I have a healthy orchid, in flower almost continuously. However, it has a mass of aerial roots and looks as ...
A.This is quite common for the orchid to send out new roots and they often form these roots on the surface of the growing medium. The next time you repot the orchid, choose a slightly larger pot to adequately fit the ...Read MoreQ.Cyclamen - My cyclamen is about 2 years old, blooms well every few months (shaded outdoors in summer, indoors in winter). This ...
A.The seed pod likely contains viable seeds since the plant was outdoors and most likely was pollinated. Cyclamen seeds can be sown unto flats of soilless mix. It needs to be in a cool and dark location. Between 50 and 60 ...Read MoreQ.Soil Sterilization - Your duration for sterilizing soil in a microwave is much different for whether it is in a container or a ...
A.You can use a meat or candy thermometer to check the temperature. No matter the container, bag or bowl, start with the lesser time of 90 seconds each time until you reach the temperature of 180 degrees. Since microwaves vary in wattage, ...Read MoreQ.Panda Plant Disease - White patches on leaves as if paint were splashed on it. Destroys the "fuzz" underneath it. Patches start out small ...
A.This could be a leaf spot fungus. Keep a good air flow around the plant and avoid water splashing on the leaves. An application of a fungicide can help. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/kalanchoe/indoor-panda-plant-care.htmRead MoreQ.Pine Tree - I've lived in an apartment with a very large pine tree (I'm guessing 30 years old or more) above my ...
A.Conifers produce different amounts of cones each year. As the tree ages it will generally have years of larger amounts of cones produced. Research does suggest that stressed trees will produce more cones. Read MoreQ.Cleaning Up A Magnolia Tree - Can you trim the little limbs that grow along the larger limbs of a 30 foot magnolia tree and leave ...
A.Here is a link with pruning information. Magnolia generally only need some pruning when they are young plantings. Pruning a mature Magnolia can cause stress and the death of the tree. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/magnolia/pruning-magnolia-trees.htm Read MoreQ.Azaleas - Can azaleas be left in the garden over the winter? Should they be covered? Our winter temperatures here in Southwestern ...
A.Most Azaleas are cold hardy down to zone 5 and 6. There are a few varieties that are rated for zone 4. If temperatures drop below 25 degrees F that plants will need protection. You may not be able to winter over Azaleas ...Read MoreQ.Carpets/Rugs - Will it be good to add a flower stand near the carpet? I have recently bought a carpet and thinking ...
A.I would recommend purchasing a tray to sit the pot into. It should have an adequate edge to stop any water drainage from harming your carpet. Most garden centers will have trays that fit standard pots. Read MoreQ.Grapevine Pruning - The pruning article doesn't tell how to distinguish between new wood and old wood when pruning. I have 4 grapevines ...
A.Old wood are vines that is 2 years old, as these vines will no longer produce fruit. When you prune in winter you remove almost all of the canes that are 1 year old and older, keeping only the canes that ...Read MoreQ.Leafy Pencil Plant - From my study of this plant, it should not be leafy. Mine is a few years old, about 4 foot ...
A.The tiny leaves grow from the tips of the new plant growth and generally will drop off the plant as it ages. The leaves are normal. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/pencil-cactus/care-pencil-cactus.htmRead MoreQ.How To Get Creeping Fig To Grow On Wall - I have purchased creeping fig, which I want to grow up a wall. It came tied to a wooden pole ...
A.Attaching the Creeping Fig to a concrete wall requires giving the vines a few starter rows of wire. You can use a masonry bit and drill to make holes in the concrete and place an eye hook at either end of ...Read MoreQ.Prickly Pear In Shade - We have a garden area in a courtyard in Arizona that never gets direct sun. I'd like to plant an ...
A.Prickly Pear Cactus does need a dry, full sun location. Will it survive? It likely would survive but not thrive. I might suggest Agave victoria, Agave porryi or a Euphorbia. These would be nice specimen plants that would thrive in ...Read MoreQ.Determinate Tomato Trait - What causes a tomato to be determinate? Is it a genetic or cumulative effect (i.e. does the plant grow to ...
A.This link gives a good explanation of determinate and indeterminate. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/determinate-vs-indeterminate.htmRead MoreQ.Watering During Fall And Winter? - At this time in Missouri, January 4, 2016, it is cold and no snow yet. It rained a lot but ...
A.It is always best to water plants low and deep. Check the soil conditions before watering to avoid root rot. Your Asparagus should be left to stay dormant for the winter. Watering now could cause the plants to rot ...Read More