Q.Fallen Leaves On Purple Japanese Maple - We have an established Japanese maple that was moved 4 month ago. Despite the move, it has bloomed during early ...
A.How large is your tree? Did you dig a root ball large enough? The roots of the tree will extend out to the drip line of the tree. Was the tree dormant when you moved it? Did the tree receive adequate water ...Read MoreQ.Organic Pest Control - We are looking to test and possibly sell your product in SE Asia. Do you currently have representation in SE ...
A.The organic pest control recipes on our website are foliar sprays only. Re-application would be necessary after a rain. As for harm to rice, I would suggest that you test it out on a small portion of ...Read MoreQ.Wisteria Vine Has Vines Running Across The Lawn - My wisteria vine has vines running across the lawn that have rooted. Where should I cut them and how should ...
A.It sounds as though your wisteria needs to be pruned. From what you described, it sounds like you have some unruly shoots (which need to be removed). I am assuming that these divergent vines are unwanted as they ...Read MoreQ.Growing Succulents Outdoors - I want to grow succulents outside and then leave them in the winter.
A.It looks like Ringgold, GA is in plant hardiness zone 7a so whatever succulent you choose just be sure it is appropriate for your zone. You do have some pretty good options including, but not limited to: Hens & Chicks: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/hens-chicks/growing-hens-and-chicks.htm Sedums: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/sedum/sedums-plants.htm Ice ...Read More
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Q.Removing Blooms - I have two spireas - Little Princess and Goldenmound. I believe both are considered summer blooming variety. Do the flowers ...
A.Pruning the spirea right after blooming is a good idea and keeps the garden looking tidy. Your White Out Hydrangea should have all dead wood removed in the spring. Then every 5 years prune out 1/3 old wood to the ground each ...Read MoreQ.San Marzano Plants Wilting After Transplanting - I planted my San Marzano plants outside in containers last weekend. After 3 days, 4 of the 6 plants are ...
A.Were the plants hardened off from the greenhouse prior to planting out in the garden? This is an important step that sometimes we try to skip when we are hurrying to get our gardens planted. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/seeds/when-to-transplant-a-seedling-plant-into-the-garden.htm Since you have all ready planted them ...Read MoreQ.Citronella Plant With White Spots - I have a Citronella plant that the leaves have white spots and are turning brown at the leaf ends. What ...
A.It sounds like a fungus and can be treated with a fungicide. You can cut back the effected areas of your plant and remove from the garden. Wash tools you use before using again in your garden. Here are a few links. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cabbage/cruciferous-leaf-spot.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/scented-geranium/scented-geranium-care.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/scented-geranium/mosquito-citronella-geranium-plant.htmRead MoreQ.Trying To Get Shasta Daisy To Grow - This is my 3rd year at trying to get shasta daisy to grow in a spot next to the steps ...
A.Nursery plants and they lasted most of the summer but never came back. although I did find a little sprout of one coming up. I water them every week at once depending on the rain fall.Read MoreQ.Are Two Nights In The 40’s F Safe For The Plant? - We have a forecast for the next two nights to have temps in the 40's. Should I bring in my ...
A.This would depend on the type of plants you may be referring to. Your perennials should be fine. Potted outdoor annuals and tender perennials should also be fine in the 40's, but sometimes it's more stressful to wonder about them than it ...Read MoreQ.How To Care For Cotyledon Staghorn - Recently, bought cotyledon staghorn from Lowes; it is in a 2.5 gallon container and appears to be really crowded. ...
A.Your plant need a sunny or semi-shade location. Make sure the plant in planted in a well draining soil and adequate pot with drainage. You could go up 1 size in pot diameter. Your plant should be kept moist but not ...Read MoreQ.Hibiscus Turning Yellow - Why are so many leaves on my hibiscus turning yellow and very quickly? The plants are very healthy. The plants ...
A.Here is an excellent article that should help you pinpoint the issue. I'm sure after reading you can correct the issue and enjoy the beautiful flowers of your hibiscus. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hibiscus/answers-to-what-causes-hibiscus-leaves-turning-yellow.htmRead MoreQ.Purple Passion Flower - Purple Passion Flower – Bud Tips Shrivel Up and the Flower Does Not Open. I have had It for about ...
A.I would say your purple passion flower is experiencing what is known as 'bud blast'. It basically means there is an issue in the environment that needs correcting such as water, lighting, humidity, etc. For more information on bud ...Read MoreQ.Lemon Tree Leaves Sticky - plant kept in conservatory facing south west
A.Most likely caused from a scale bug infestation. Neem oil is good treatment but you can make a insecticidal soup also. You may want to check all your plants and quarantine your Lemon Tree. Here is a few links to help you. 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.Is It Too Late To Plant Garlic In Zone 7? - I know I can plant garlic in October or November, but I would like to plant it now if it ...
A.To have success in a warm growing climate with garlic you will need the correct variety of bulbs to grow. You will need to heed to the correct planting time in order to produce a garlic plant and bulb. Here is a ...Read MoreQ.Cherries Not Growing - Cherries not growing but going funny colour and falling of tree. This is a Stella cherry tree.
A.Temperature fluctuations hot or cold can cause the cherries to not form and or fall. Dry conditions, too wet and wind all can effect the fruit on you tree. A Stella Cherry also will slough off some cherries to give more energy ...Read MoreQ.Marking Spray Paint - We need to plant hundreds of vegetable seedlings very precisely in straight lines. Is there a good temporary spray paint ...
A.I would go to your local home improvement store and look for a spray can of marking chalk, such as the one in the following link: https://www.amazon.com/Krylon-5894-Marking-Chalk-White/dp/B000PJ67M6 You can also use stakes and string to create straight lines if you are ...Read MoreQ.Blossoms On A Smoke Tree - How long does it take for the blossoms to puff out on a smoke tree? My tree is full of ...
A.Flowering on a smoke tree typically starts happening in June, so you should start seeing something within the next month or so. For more information on smoke trees, please visit the following link: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/smoke-tree/growing-smoke-trees.htmRead MoreQ.Elderberry Peach Tree - Southwest Idaho region: alkali content is a little high here, also clay below surface 1 foot to about 18" to ...
A.I suspect that your peach tree has peach tree leaf curl, which is a common affliction of peach trees. Given that peach tree leaf curl is a fungal disease, an insecticide spray such as malathion would not be effective. ...Read MoreQ.Walnut Tree Disease - I have a young walnut tree which is in its 3rd year that was planted by a squirrel in a ...
A.Based on my research, I believe that your tree has a bacterium named 'Brenneria nigrifluens' which causes shallow bark canker in walnut trees. It would cause the dark brown liquid exuding from the main trunk of your tree. Since ...Read MoreQ.Stella Cherry Tree Fruited But Falls Off - Stella cherry tree fruited but not grown fruit. Instead, the fruit is just going brown and not growing then just ...
A.I believe your cherry tree might be afflicted with brown rot. Here is a link that will tell you more about brown rot and how to manage it: http://nysipm.cornell.edu/factsheets/treefruit/diseases/br/br.aspRead More
