Q.Wilting Vegetables - I decided to start a vegetable garden right in the middle of a heat wave with no rain for the ...
A.If you are watering and the plants are still wilting, they are probably infected with a disease called bacterial wilt. It will affect any plant in the nightshade family, which includes tomatoes, peppers and eggplants. This article will have more ...Read MoreQ.Geranium Flower Turns Brown Before Fully Opening - As the flower buds start to really open, the flowers turn brown.
A.Are the plants receiving adequate water? To much or to little could be the cause. Here is a link to refresh you with geranium care. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/geranium/geranium-care.htmRead MoreQ.Weeping Pussy Willow - I recently planted a weeping pussy willow. I've kept the soil moist but it still seems to drying up and ...
A.Newly planted trees need daily water. Was the planting hole dug large enough? Tamp down the soil around the plant to make sure no air pockets are around the roots. Here is a link about caring for newly planted trees. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/watering-newly-planted-tree.htmRead MoreQ.What Tool Do I Use To Cut A Cabbage Head? - I basically have the info I need. I just need to know what to use cut the cabbage head off ...
A.Use a clean sharp knife to cut the cabbage. Your plant will not grow another cabbage head. Here is a great article about harvesting cabbage. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cabbage/harvesting-cabbage.htmRead More
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Q.I Believe I Have A Caprifig - I believe I have a caprifig, based on your article. If I plant a female fig near the male fig ...
A.A Caprifig would not bear fruit, they only have the flowers. So if your tree is bearing figs, it would be another variety. I do agree with what you found from your local nursery, that you most likely have a fig ...Read MoreQ.Ants - Will ants harm my garden in any way?
A.Typically, ants are not a threat to the garden but are instead attracted to the honeydew secretions left behind from certain pests, like aphids. Of course, they may also be attracted to rotting or sugary fruits. Cornmeal is often used ...Read MoreQ.Cover Newly Planted Seeds With Straw - Do I cover newly planted seeds with straw (before they sprout)? I've planted several raised beds; it's usually dry and ...
A.Here is a great article to explain the process to you. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/straw-mulch-for-vegetables.htmRead MoreQ.How Quickly Can I Get Thyme Seeds To Sprout - Want to use for a bridal favor which is on June 20. Will I get a plant by then?
A.Unfortunately it can take anywhere from 1 to 12 weeks to germinate. I would visit a local garden center and inquire about small starter herbs plants. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/thyme/tips-for-growing-thyme-in-your-garden.htmRead MoreQ.Pyracantha Bush Has Grayish-black Hive-looking Lumps - My pyracantha bush has grayish-black hive-looking lumps on many branches. Shrub looks healthy but has been leaning forward and some ...
A.Black knot does not generally affect these shrubs, though it's not improbable. It may likely be brown scale insects, which can form clumps on branches. These can be treated with neem oil. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/scale-bug-how-to-control-plant-scale.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/problems/pests/neem-oil-uses.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/black-knot-tree-disease.htmRead MoreQ.Brown Spots On The Leaves Of My Fruitless Mulberry - The leaves get brown spots on them, then the leaves turn yellow and fall off. I live in Texas and ...
A.The heavy rainfall may be the cause. A well established, healthy tree should be able to withstand the flooding rains. I would watch the tree for any additional signs of disease or insect infestations. I do think your tree will recover. Here are a ...Read MoreQ.When To Pick Cedar Tree Seeds (berries) - When is the right time to pick cedar tree seeds (berries)? I live in Petersburg, VA. I want to plant ...
A.Collect the ripe seeds from the tree somewhere between the months of August through September Here is a link. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/cedar/growing-cedar-trees.htmRead MoreQ.Yellow Cucumbers - Never had a garden before. I have a small one now. In the beginning, I was growing green cucumbers. Now ...
A.A yellow cucumber can also be the result of a virus, too much water, or a nutrient imbalance. In some instances, yellow cucumbers are derived from planting a yellow-fleshed cultivar, such as the lemon cucumber, which is a small, lemon-shaped, ...Read MoreQ.Why Don’t My Calla Lillies Bloom? - These multicolored lilies were a gift two years ago, so twice since then, they have come up as described in ...
A.Your potted Calla Lily needs a dormant period and the article below will help you with that. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/make-calla-lily-bloom.htmRead MoreQ.Cauliflower - Our cauliflower heads are the right size to pick but they are purplish in color. When you cut into them, ...
A.Here is an article that explains this occurrence. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cauliflower/purple-tint-on-cauliflower.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cauliflower/harvest-cauliflower.htmRead MoreQ.Peppers And Herbs - I am a first time grower of peppers (one Fresno pepper plant). Things seem to be OK, but I'm not ...
A.Container plants should be watered every day, twice a day in temps over 85 F. These following articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/pepper/growing-peppers-container.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cucumber/making-herbs-bigger-through-pinching-and-harvesting.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/how-to-water-a-plant.htmRead MoreQ.Use Of Aluminum Sulphate - Can aluminum sulphate be used to change the color of pot grown Calla Lilies?
A.No, you are not able to change the color of a Calla Lily plant. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/growing-calla-lilies-and-care-of-calla-lilies.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/aluminum-in-garden-soil.htmRead MoreQ.Calla Lilies - If you cut the Calla Lily for a vase, is that the end of it or do they continue to ...
A.Hopefully your plant will produce multiple blooms. Here is a link to care of Calla Lily plants. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/growing-calla-lilies-and-care-of-calla-lilies.htmRead MoreQ.Cherry Laurel Blooms - How can I increase the blooms on my cherry laurel? I get very few blooms.
A.Giving it some high phosphorus fertilizer or adding bone meal to the soil around your plant should help encourage flowering. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/phosphorus-plant-growth.htmRead MoreQ.Peony Problems - I have two Peony plants, one in my backyard and one in my side yard. The backyard one only had ...
A.It may be time to divide your plants. This fall will be a good time to do that. This can rejuvenate your plants. You also can top dress the soil with some good organic matter. Here is a link. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/peony-care.htmRead More
