Q.Calla Lily Location - I was given a calla lilies that were almost dead. I planted them in my backyard where it gets the ...
A.Calla lilies prefer full sun. Here is a link of the care requirements of you new plant. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/growing-calla-lilies-and-care-of-calla-lilies.htmRead MoreQ.Balcony Garden - I'm having a problem keeping anything alive on my mother's balcony. I've tried choosing shade-loving flowers but I know very ...
A.Succulents would be a good choice. There are so many varieties available and are low maintenance. Here is a link. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen/exotic-showstoppers-beautiful-succulents.htmRead MoreQ.Cutting Poison Oak Vines - How long after cutting poison oak vines at base of tree is it safe to pull out of tree and ...
A.The poison remains active even after the plant is dead. If you're looking to get rid of poison ivy (or oak), treat with herbicide first (to kill the roots) then, wearing gloves, hand pull dead plant material and dispose of ...Read MoreQ.Impatiens - A rabbit (I think) ate the blooms of my impatiens. They did not dig up the roots. Will the blooms ...
A.I would venture to guess that either slugs or cutworms are the culprit in question. Neem oil may help with cutworms, as well as most other insect pests. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/facts-about-slugs-and-how-to-kill-garden-slugs.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/get-rid-cutworms.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/problems/pests/neem-oil-uses.htmRead More
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Q.Sunflowers - The leaves on my sunflowers have yellow spots on them. What can I do?
A.Several things can cause this, from water on the leaves to pests or fungal disease. This article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/plant-leaf-spots.htmRead MoreQ.Getting Pole Butterbeans To Bloom - For 2 years now I have had almost perfect vines and a few blooms while in prior years blooms always ...
A.All green vines and few blossoms could indicate to much nitrogen. This may be time to have another soil test. Here is an article about correcting your nitrogen levels. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/too-much-nitrogen-soil.htmRead MoreQ.Bok Choy - Can Bok Choy be eaten even though it has started to produce flowers/seeds?
A.If Bok Choy has flowers, then it has bolted to seed and is passed its prime. Like cabbages and broccoli, they like to grow in cool weather. Too hot and they will get bitter and bolt (start producing flowers and ...Read MoreQ.Gardenia Jasminoide - I have recently bought a gardenia jasminoide. It was very healthy when I bought it. But now leaves do not ...
A.Here is a link to proper care of your indoor Gardenia. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/growing-gardenias-indoors.htmRead MoreQ.Can Peace Lilies Be Divided? - I have a large peace lily which I`d like to split into smaller bits.
A.Yes, you can split your plant and enjoy two new plants. Here is a link to help you with this task. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/peace-lily/peace-lily-plants.htmRead MoreQ.Wisteria - I have had my wisteria for 6 years. It is against my garage in a fairly bright spot but as ...
A.Here is a link to help you pinpoint a possible reason. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/wisteria/wisteria-blooming-problems.htmRead MoreQ.New Plant Care - I bought this plant a couple days ago. I don't know its name and caring guide line. I need your ...
A.It's a type of Periwinkle I believe. Madagascar Periwinkle fits the leaf and flower pattern.Read MoreQ.Clay Pot Irrigation - Do you endorse clay pot irrigation? It seems so useful for gardens and raised beds, but I don't see much ...
A.This is an ancient method thought to have originated in China. Here is an article. http://permaculturenews.org/2010/09/16/ollas-unglazed-clay-pots-for-garden-irrigation/Read MoreQ.What Is Skeletonizing My Basil Leaves - What is skeletonizing my basil leaves and what can I do to stop it?
A.Japanese Beetles are most likely the culprit. Look for them and pull them off. Here is a link with more information. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/holes-in-basil-leaves.htmRead MoreQ.Growing Peas - We always had great pea crops until a few years ago. All of a sudden our peas quit coming up. ...
A.Mice or birds love to feed on pea seeds. Most birds can be scared off by placing flash tape or predator balloons in the garden. Placing fake snakes in the area may also help. This article will help with mice: ...Read MoreQ.Over Watered Calla Lily? - Is it possible for a calla lily to receive too much water? The leaves are turning yellow, flowering tubes are ...
A.It does sound as if your plant has crown rot. Over watering and poor draining soil can be the cause. It may be difficult to recover the plant if the crown rot has taken hold. Here is a couple of links with more ...Read MoreQ.Oregano With Different Flavored Leaves - My oregano plant has some leaves that still smell like oregano and some that are strongly mint-flavored. It is one ...
A.Oregano is in the mint family. It does sometimes smell very minty, especially if the plant grows out with long stems. Don't allow the plant to flower. I like to keep my plant trimmed up, this seems to help the plant ...Read MoreQ.Willow Tree Cuttings - Can you take branches from a willow tree and grow them as another tree? I have some willow trees growing ...
A.Yes, you can easily propagate Willow's. Here is a link. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/willow/grow-a-willow-tree.htmRead MoreQ.Aphids On A Potted Hydrangea - How do I get rid of aphids on a Hydrangea potted on the patio? I found the aphids on three ...
A.Here are two great articles with aphid treatments. Neem Oil is a good treatment method if you choose to purchase a product. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/homemade-aphid-control.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/white-oil-insecticide.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/white-oil-insecticide.htmRead More
