Q.Wintering Bulbs - I have Callas, Glads, Freesias, and some succulents planted in pots. Do they have to be dug up in the ...
A.The bulbs can be stored in the pots in a cool, dry location. You will need to occasionally water your bulbs in containers about once a month over winter to keep them from totally drying out. Then put the pots ...Read MoreQ.When Should I Cut Back My Rose Bushes? - I live in the desert of Palm springs, CA and I have rose bushes all around my house. When should ...
A.I am attaching a couple of articles I wrote on this subject for you to check out the links: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/pruning-roses.htm and https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/rose-deadheading.htm If your rosebushes have bloomed and the blooms are done, it is time to dead head them (removal of the ...Read MoreQ.Astrantia - One of my astrantias has developed a brown marbling on the leaves. I have several species and the other ones ...
A.It sounds like a virus, though I am not certain as to which one. Some varieties of plants, even within the same family, are more susceptible to fungus and disease than others. Other factors, like pests, can also weaken a ...Read MoreQ.China Girl - I bought a China girl holly bush in April. It was loaded with green berries. After about two weeks, all ...
A.The female likely dropped the berries due to a lack of pollination. No pollination means no seeds and the plant will abort the berries. It may also have dropped the berries due to transplant shock - if it had been ...Read More
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Q.Sick Plum Tree - Suddenly the leaves of the tree have holes and they are drying up.
A.There are several possible culprits from the ranks of bacteria and bugs. The first line of defense in good cultivation practices, so the tree is healthy and able to repel invaders. This article has a number of ideas: ...Read MoreQ.Nectarine Tree Is Dying, I Think… - We just planted a nectarine tree this spring, about 8 ft tall. It's in the vicinity of a large ...
A.Nectarines are certainly delicious, but growing they requires a certain amount of care and expertise. This article has basic information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/nectarines/growing-nectarine-fruit-trees.htm There's more than one condition that could cause dripping. Your best option is to take some samples ...Read MoreQ.Nodulation - Which plants nodulate, and why is this important?
A.Legumes do and it is important because it fixes nitrogen from the air and returns it to the soil.Read MoreQ.Lime Tree Or Is It A Mandarin? - I have what I thought was a lime tree. I picked a few a couple of months ago and ...
A.It could have been mislabeled, or (more likely) it could simply be refusing to obey the grower's instructions. Citrus freely pollinate each other, and all the citrus we use today are hybrids of hybrids. Maybe you've lucked out - ...Read MoreQ.Apple Tree - My son-in-law has just moved and has an apple tree which has like a yellow fungus on it. Any ideas ...
A.The fungus is likely lichen or shelf toadstool. Neither are harmful to the tree but can indicate that the tree is suffering from something else. Does the tree look sickly otherwise? If not, then the tree will be fine. If ...Read MoreQ.Removing Spent Spike From Red Hot Poker Plant - How do I remove the spent spike from Red Hot Poker Plant? Do I cut the stalk down to the ...
A.Cut the stalk down to the spot where it emerges from the main stem.Read MoreQ.Pink Dogwood With Mildew - What causes a pink dogwood to have mildew, and is it ok? Six years old located in total sun.
A.You don't describe what part of the tree is infected, or the appearance of the mildew, so I'm going to guess your tree has powdery mildew, which is probably the most common. This article tells you more about this ...Read MoreQ.What Kind Of Fertlizer Do Fig Trees Need? - I have 2 fig trees that I just bought and they need to be planted. How far apart should I ...
A.This article will answer your questions, and more: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/how-to-grow-figs.htmRead MoreQ.Fertilizing Small Weeping Willow Trees - How often should I fertilize my 2 ft weeping willow trees? Some are 2 feet and some are 4 feet ...
A.Generally, these trees only require a one-time fertilizing in spring with a complete, balanced fertilizer high in nitrogen.Read MoreQ.Crape Myrtle Problem - My crape myrtle seems to have a problem with new growth. The leaves are curling up on both sides (lengthwise) ...
A.This is typically caused by either a lack of water or a pest infestation. Make sure that the plant is getting enough water and treat the tree with a pesticide. Neem oil is good because it is organic and systemic, ...Read MoreQ.Care Of Dwarf Papyrus - I purchased a Dwarf Papyrus. I see it can be grown in water or soil. If growing in water, should ...
A.Yes, you need to keep it in the pot when you submerge it, unless you have an extremely deep bed of mud. Read more here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/papyrus/papyrus-plants.htmRead MoreQ.Sago Palm Pruning - I have unfortunately removed all the palm leaves from a male sago palm. It has 3 cones left only. Help! ...
A.Sagos usually don't take that well to pruning, especially if it's drastic.It is hard to say how well it will grow back, if at all. Sago palms do not deal well with lost fronds, but they have been known to ...Read MoreQ.Black Spots - I have a plant that I call the helicopter plant. I have had it for several years and it now ...
A.This could be a few different pests. But the best way to deal with them would be to spray down the plant with the hose and then treat it with an insecticide. I personally like neem oil. It is organic ...Read MoreQ.Squash Rotting - Too much water, not enough? My squash plants are growing beautifully with a lot of veggies. But some keep turning ...
A.They have blossom end rot. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/squash-blossom-end-rot-causes-and-treatment.htmRead MoreQ.Our Holly Berry Leaves Turned Brown Over Winter - We had these bushes for a few years now and this year after the harsh winter the leaves have turned ...
A.You're not alone. Holly was probably the most seriously affected plant this past winter. This article will tell you about "winter burn:" https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/winter-burn-in-evergreens.htm If you're not sure about pruning your holly, this article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/trimming-holly-bushes-how-to-prune-holly-bushes.htmRead More