Q.Yellow And Brown Leaves - My zucchini and string bean crops are being grown on a deck in pots. Both have unique forms of brown ...
A.If the leaves were yellowing first, it may have started with a watering issue. Either to much or to little. Stressed plants tend to invite insects or disease. Neem Oil is my recommendation. You may want to reapply ...Read MoreQ.Dying Hydrangea Bushes - I purchased two gorgeous Hydrangea macrophylla, planted them, watered regularly and even gave some plant food for acid loving plants. ...
A.It sounds like you are doing everything right. They may simply be going through some transplant shock from recent planting. This article may offer additional suggestions that you can try: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htmRead MoreQ.Bonsai Ficus Tree That Had Scale - It's a ficus tree that had scale. I read it's best to remove all the infected branches or throw it ...
A.I certainly would try treating with Neem Oil before you decide to prune or even throw out the plant. Most likely you have invested quite a bit of time and money into your plant so it may be worth some effort. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/control-plant-scale.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htmRead MoreQ.Peonies Do Not Bud - I planted my Peonies 3 years ago. I've never had a bud. They grow great guns of leaves but no ...
A.It can take several years for newly planted Peonies to bloom. Though there can be a few issues most likely you just need to have a bit more patience. Here is a link to refresh you on the care and growing ...Read More
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Q.My Azalea Bushes - They have a green bark looking stuff on the stems. It is killing my plants.
A.Here are a couple of links that discuss common Azalea problems. It should help you match up the symptoms and treatment solutions. Neem Oil is a good treatment, as it works as an insecticide and fungicide. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/azalea/azalea-bark-scale.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/azalea/common-azalea-problems.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/azalea/common-azalea-problems.htmRead MoreQ.Yellow Leaves On Plant Dying Out, Lots Of Ants - My honeysuckle vine is showing yellow dusty leaves and has lots of ants that seem to be eating the leaves. ...
A.Most likely a case of Powdery Mildew, treat with Neem Oil. Here are some links with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/powdery-mildew-homemade-and-organic-remedies.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-honeydew.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htmRead MoreQ.Tomato Blossoms Shriveling - My Early Girl plant is huge. Many, many blossoms but only three tomatoes so far. Looks like the blossoms are ...
A.This can be a common and very frustrating issue. Usually brought on by temperature or stress. Other issues can be lack of pollination, lack of water, insect or disease, to much or to little nitrogen. Go easy on fertilizer, water deeply, use good ...Read MoreQ.Leaves Of My Canna Plants Do Not Open - The leaves of my canna plants do not open. The flowers cannot bloom because the leaves do not open. What ...
A.The soil could be lacking phosphorus, which is needed for blooming. You can try a phosphorus-rich fertilizer or adding bone meal to the soil.Read MoreQ.Knockout Rose Bushes - Put in some Knockout rose bushes last year. They did great. Husband trimmed them back this spring and they seemed ...
A.It sounds like a possible fungus attack. Also in the hotter months of the year the color is not as vibrant as in the early spring and then again later in the year when temps cool down. Spray all of ...Read MoreQ.My Squash Plants Seems To Be Suffering From Squash Wilt… - My squash plants seems to be suffering from squash wilt. Is there any way I can save the plants? The ...
A.Your yellowing leaves could simply be the excess amount of rain you mention. Plants that sit in soggy soil can die from root rot. These stressed plants then in turn will be more vulnerable to insects and disease. I would not try to ...Read MoreQ.Compost - What is cutting compost? Thank you for your time in answering this.
A.Cutting compost is a term used for compost that is specifically formulated for rooting cuttings. Usually it consists of 1 part loam, 2 parts peat, and 1 part sand OR a 50:50 mix of multi-purpose compost and perlite.Read MoreQ.Crape Myrtle Leaves Turn Yellow - What would cause healthy crape myrtle leaves to turn yellow and fall off? Very healthy tree..but leaves turning yellow and ...
A.Yellowing leaves generally is a signal of watering issues. Either to much or to little. When the summer heat arrives the tree may be losing to much moisture. Mulching with 2 to 3 inches of hardwood mulch can help with moisture ...Read MoreQ.Manure - I'm thinking about maybe using cow manure the next time on my tomato garden but I don't have a compost ...
A.Here is an article that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/manures/cow-manure-compost.htmRead MoreQ.What Do I Do? - I bought a Euonymus Alatus Compactus - Dwarf winged burning bush. I planted it in the fall. The leaves turned ...
A.The long harsh winter that nearly the entire United States suffered likely killed off the shrub. You can go ahead and trim off the dead material. Allow the plant to grow up from the root as it is doing. ...Read MoreQ.Gardenia Bush - I love the Gardenia bush and would like to use them in my landscape. I live in Miramar Beach, Fl. ...
A.Amend the soil and use an acid-loving fertilizer. These articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/amending-sandy-soil.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/fertilizing-gardenias-in-your-garden.htmRead MoreQ.Goosefoot Plant - I brought back a goosefoot plant from UK 3 years ago. The plant was grown in water all the time ...
A.They may have root rot and be dying. This article will explain how to treat it: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/treating-root-rot-gardening-tips-for-housplants.htmRead MoreQ.Pothos Is Getting Too Long - My pothos is getting too long. Will cutting growing tips make bushier? Also, new growth has small leaves. I have ...
A.Here are a couple of great links for you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/pothos/propagating-pothos.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/pothos/pothos-plant-care.htmRead MoreQ.Elderberries - Can elderberries be grown from the fruit seeds? My sister-in-law is growing some of the plants, but they aren't doing ...
A.The following articles should be of some help to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/how-to-root-cuttings-from-various-shrubs-bushes-and-trees.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/shade/planting-elderberry.htmRead MoreQ.My Hibiscus Has Leaves That Are Turning Yellow! - My hibiscus has leaves that are turning yellow! What does it need? My hibiscus are planted in the front flowerbed. ...
A.Here is a link that will help you pinpoint the issue https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hibiscus/answers-to-what-causes-hibiscus-leaves-turning-yellow.htmRead More
