Q.Scale On Mediterranean Palm - I have two Mediterranean plants on either side on my gate that was planted few months ago. Recently one palm ...
A.Most likely Mealybug. Here is a link with information on how to treat. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/mealybugs-control.htmRead MoreQ.All Bark Gone, Looks Very Dead - 10 yr. old tree with no problems but now all bark is gone.
A.Could you let us know the type of tree your referring to? https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/what-does-a-dying-tree-look-like-signs-that-a-tree-is-dying.htmRead MoreQ.Tops Of Tomato Plants Curling Up - My tomato plants started out healthy but as they grow out of the cages and are blooming, the tops are ...
A.There can be a few reasons for leaf curl on tomatoes. The hot temperatures may be a part of the issue. Uneven watering also may add to the issue. Horse manure generally will break down in 2 to 3 months and ...Read MoreQ.Elm And Poplar Trees Don’t Have The Usual Amount Of Leaves - I live in the high desert in sunny California. I noticed my trees don't have a lot of leaves on ...
A.I would certainly agree that the dry conditions are and will effect your trees. Lessing leaves is most certainly a sign of stress. Here are some links for you. https://www.colostate.edu/Dept/CoopExt/4DMG/Trees/caring.htm http://anrcatalog.ucdavis.edu/pdf/8235.pdfRead More
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Q.Eucalyptus Tree Leaves Turning Light Brown - Does anyone know why?
A.Here is a link, please read and see if any other symptoms are matching up. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/eucalyptus/eucalyptus-tree-problems.htmRead MoreQ.Bell Pepper Plant - I have noticed groups of little white dots underneath the leaf. I have no clue as to what this is ...
A.It might be mealybugs or scale. They don't look much like bugs to the naked eye, but rather like spots and cause the same damage as aphids. This article will help if it is that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/mealybugs-white-residue-on-plants-leaves.htm It could also be powdery ...Read MoreQ.Solved The Green Caterpillar Problem On Fruit Trees - On the last week in May, and the first week in June, in my area of Central Canada, I put ...
A.Thank you so much for sharing this gardening tip! Congratulations and enjoy that fruit.Read MoreQ.Oregon Grape - The last two late springs it has had what looks like tiny grapes in little bunches but fall off. Anything ...
A.It sounds like it is a pollination issue. This plant does best with another of its kind planted nearby for cross pollination. They can self-pollinate, but most of the time, the plant will drop its fruit if it ...Read MoreQ.Weeping Willows - What can cause a weeping willow to grow upright rather than to weep? Is there a way to correct this?
A.A previous pruning may have removed the weeping branches of the plant. The weeping comes from grafts and once the grafted weeping branches are damaged or pruned back to severely, the natural upright branches return. The long and short of ...Read MoreQ.Norfolk Pine Has A Burnt Crown From The Sun - What should I do with my Norfolk Pine that has a burnt crown from the sun? Last summer, I took ...
A.Although it may have damage from to much sunlight, it also could be from watering issues. To much or to little can cause the top to turn brown. Verify the moisture in the soil before watering. I would leave the top ...Read MoreQ.How To Deadhead Coreopsis Grandiflora-tickseed - Do I simply pull off the head of the flower (like a marigold), or do I remove the entire stem ...
A.I like to trim mine down to the next leaf structures. I use a small sharp garden scissors and it makes a nice clean cut. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/coreopsis/growing-coreopsis-flowers.htmRead MoreQ.How To Get My Myrtle Tree To Thrive - I just replanted my myrtle tree but it looks to be dying. What can I do?
A.It is most likely very stressed. Watering a newly planted tree is very important. Water it more then you have been. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/transplanting-trees.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/crepe-myrtle/crepe-myrtle-care.htmRead MoreQ.Azalea - I live in Northern Michigan and received an azalea for Mother's Day. Can this be planted outside or stay in ...
A.Yes, azaleas can be planted outdoors. Here is more info on growing them: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/azalea/azaleas-noteworthy-shrubs-for-any-garden.htmRead MoreQ.Weed Prevention - We live in southwest Florida, Hot! Hot! Hot! Recently had landscaping done. They put in plants, palms, etc. and mulch. ...
A.I would recommend some kind of landscape cloth be used. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/common-garden-mistakes.htmRead MoreQ.Lilacs Won’t Bloom - Second year lilac tree/bush was planted and had lots of beautiful flowers. Hubby decided to cut it back in the ...
A.You really want to wait until right after they stop blooming to prune. Pruning in fall will not kill it, but it will greatly decrease the blooms for next year, which sounds like what has happened with yours. For furture ...Read MoreQ.Time Of Day To Water Impatiens - What is the best time of day to water my impatiens?
A.Watering in the morning is normally preferable, though they may also be watered in later afternoon, as long as they have time to dry some before nightfall. These articles should help (the one for veggies also applies to most other ...Read MoreQ.Watermelons - What causes watermelons to burst open before getting ripe?
A.Uneven watering is normally the reason for this. Watermelons should be watered a few times a week, and more so in extreme heat. Adding mulch, like straw, is also an effective way to retain moisture. This article will help you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/watermelon/watering-watermelon.htmRead More