Q.Fungi In Mulch - This is the first year I've noticed this weird fungus or mold growing in our mulch. The small orange dots ...
A.Here are two great articles that will help you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/mulch/common-mulch-fungus.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/mulch/garden-mulch-problems.htmRead MoreQ.Where Can I Purchase A Bordeaux Spray - I have a small peach tree which has peach tree leaf curl and would like to try and cure it.
A.Most of these sprays are available through local garden centers and nurseries (a quick online search in your area should yield some results), or you can make your own. This article will help (towards the end): https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/homemade-fungicide.htmRead MoreQ.False Sunflower Leaves Turn Yellow And Curl Up - What is causing my false sunflower leaves to turn yellow and curl up? Inside the curled leaves are small black ...
A.It would appear that eggs have been laid in your plant leaves. I understand wanting to protect all the beneficial insects, bees and birds. Neem Oil would be a good treatment. Here are a few links. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/sunflower/sunflower-problems.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/ox-eye-sunflower/grow-false-sunflowers.htmRead More
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Q.My Orange Tree Is Not Producing Big Oranges - I bought my house last July and it had an abundance of oranges. This year it still has a lot ...
A.Changes in the environment can effect production and fruit size, which is mostly out of your control. Watering, good soil conditions, fertilizing and keeping the tree free of insects and disease are where you can improve the chances of healthy tasty ...Read MoreQ.Clip Off Spent Flowers On Rhododendrons - Do you clip off spent flowers on rhododendrons in late spring, but wait to prune the shrub in late fall? ...
A.Deadhead the spent blossoms as they fade, though out the blooming period. Pruning you will clean up the entire plant which needs to be done when the plant is dormant. I hope that clears it up for you, happy gardening! https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/rhododendron/pruning-rhododendrons.htmRead MoreQ.Eucalyptus Tree/bush - I recently acquired a eucalyptus plant. I have watered it daily or every other day per the original instructions but ...
A.It may actually be overwatered. Cut back on watering and check the roots for root rot. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/treating-root-rot-gardening-tips-for-housplants.htmRead MoreQ.My Cassia Tree Only Has Leaves At The End Of Branch - My cassia tree only has leaves at the end of the branches. The branches do not appear to be dead. ...
A.This may be the result of improper pruning (at the wrong time) or unseasonably cool weather affecting the buds on the branches. The correct time to prune Cassia is AFTER blooming, never before. Wait until your cassia has finished blooming, ...Read MoreQ.Will Marsh Marigolds Grow In Pond Without Soil - I would like to include some marsh marigolds in my pond to help decrease algae. I would like to plant ...
A.I do not believe you would have success planting in pebbles as a planting medium. Pond plants may be a better option for you. Here are a few links with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/marsh-marigold/growing-marsh-marigold-plants.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/water-plants/wgen/oxygenating-pond-plants.htmRead MoreQ.Planting A Tree Near A House - I planted two months ago a peach tree 4 feet from the house to block the view from a window. ...
A.Generally, it is best to keep any tree near the house planted at least 10 feet away to prevent any possible damage.Read MoreQ.Indoor Begonia Plant - Why is my plant not bushy anymore but has long stems with leaves at the end and no flowers? Should ...
A.If the plant's gotten leggy, it likely isn't receiving enough light. I would cut it back some, give the plant more light and for the flowering, it may help to add bone meal to the soil.Read MoreQ.Climbing Hydrangea - Mine grew very large so I cut it back. Since then the plant has grown at a very good rate, ...
A.You may need to feed with an all purpose fertilizer or some good compost. Review the care in the link below. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/climbing-hydrangea/growing-climbing-hydrangeas.htmRead MoreQ.Esperanza Plant - We planted an esperanza plant last year. At first we had some flowers and some pods, but as the plant ...
A.It is likely lacking in phosphorus, which it needs to bloom. Give it some bone meal to add some phosphorus to its soil.Read MoreQ.Amount Or Nitrogen Needed For Citrus Trees - What is the amount or nitrogen needed for citrus trees? I have the nitrogen but there is no listing on ...
A.Ok will be watching for my answer Thanks.Read MoreQ.Insects On Rhododendron - Hope you can help to identify the insects, and how to get rid of them, that are infecting my rhododendron. ...
A.Without a close look my answer would be Cottony Scale. It is a soft bodied scale that have sucking mouth parts that can weaken your plants. When researching further remember the type of scale (cottony,soft) and the plant it's affecting ...Read MoreQ.When To Plant Lily Of The Valley - I live in southwestern Pennsylvania and I would like to know when the best time is to plant lily of ...
A.You should plant Lily of the Valley in the fall in most cases. You can plant during the summer months and still have success, I transplanted several plants last summer that were gifted to me and had many flowers this fall. ...Read MoreQ.Cucumbers - I grow cuccumbers from seeds. This year the plants are just as beautiful loaded with blooms and cucumbers starting about ...
A.It sounds like a pollination issue. You will need to hand pollinate. Cucumbers are identical to melons on how they pollinate, so this article will also apply to cucumbers: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cucumber/hand-pollinating-melons.htmRead MoreQ.Why Are My Lupines Not Growing Straight? - Just planted lupines from garden center and original bloom was tall and straight. Now more flower heads are coming but ...
A.Your Lupines may have been a bit stressed from the bloom forcing in the greenhouse. Continue to water well. Keep an eye out for signs of insects or disease. If your plants continue to decline they could be suffering from Fusarium Fungus. ...Read More
