Q.Tomatoes And Cucumbers - Where my garden is there are a lot of walnut trees and I was told that they affect the growth ...
A.If they are black walnuts, then yes, this is true. This article has more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/nut-trees/black-walnut/black-walnut-compatible-plants.htmRead MoreQ.Roma Tomatoes - I wanted to know the best way to keep these tomatoes off the ground. Have staked them and also used ...
A.The following article should be of some help to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/best-way-stake-tomatoes.htmRead MoreQ.Leaves And Mulch - I am about to put down some new bark mulch. I left the leaves from trees in the yard on ...
A.You can place the mulch right over the leaves. It is good for the soil if you do that.Read MoreQ.Growing Bell Peppers - How tall do the bell pepper plants get, and should they be kept pruned?
A.They normally don't get much higher than 4 feet tall. Some people do prune them, but they do not need to be pruned. Here is some information on it: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/pepper/pruning-bell-peppers.htmRead More
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Q.I Have A Sago That Has Grown Way Too Big For The Area - I have an overgrown sago that I'm not really keen on digging up and transplanting it. Can I cut it ...
A.Yes, it would kill it. If it is overgrown, it may be best to remove it and start over with a smaller specimen.Read MoreQ.Tilling - I live in Kansas City, MO and was wondering if I should till my 3-year-old vegetable garden or not. I ...
A.It will not hurt to till your garden each year. In fact, it would do the garden some good. For weeds, you may want to practice better maintenance habits or consider using a weed barrier, such as mulch. This article ...Read MoreQ.How Do I Plant Crocus Outside After Being Indoors - I recieved the plant in February and all of the blossoms are gone now. What do I do next so ...
A.This article will help you with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/how-to-plant-a-flower-bulb-in-your-garden-after-winter-forcing.htmRead MoreQ.Starting Espaliers - I recently bought two-year-old apple trees and want to train them as an espalier. The lowest branches are too high ...
A.It would most likely kill them to be cut back that severely. Plus, if it did survive and regrow, the growth it would have would not be suitable for espalier.Read MoreQ.Shrubs - I have 59 acres and need some shrubs approximately 4-5 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide (no more, no less) ...
A.The following articles should help you with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/shgen/landscaping-shrubs-for-nearly-any-purpose.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/shgen/shade-loving-shrubs.htmRead MoreQ.Desert Lawn - About a year ago my wife and myself had our front and backyard converted to a desert. We had little ...
A.The following article should be of some help to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/weeds/how-to-kill-grass-naturally-kill-unwanted-grass-in-your-yard.htmRead MoreQ.How To Plant Sweet Corn In A Narrow Garden - I only have a 4&1/2 foot wide garden so for good pollenation should I plant 2 or 3 rows of ...
A.With a garden shaped like that, I would recommend that you take a look at square foot gardening, especially for corn. You plant in squares, instead of rows and it is easier for smaller gardens.This article has more on ...Read MoreQ.Christmas Cactus Plant - I have three Christmas Cactus plants that always bloom at Christmas time. Why are two of my plants blooming now?
A.They bloom more on a schedule based on dormancy, water and light than time of year. It sounds like they were possibly inadvertently put into a dormant state (this can happen if the plant is left unwatered for a period ...Read MoreQ.Snow Damage - I have a decorative bamboo bush that had some limbs bent over by the snow. They have a large group ...
A.Either solution would be fine. Which you use depends largely on how you want the plant to look.Read MoreQ.Grass For Northeast Ohio - What is the best type of grass to grow in northeast ohio. I have full sun in front yard and ...
A.Try either Kentucky Bluegrass or Perennial Ryegrass in the front. You can also use them in the back but mix in some Fine Fescue to help balance out for the shade.Read MoreQ.Squash Bugs - Last year squash bugs tore our squash plants to the ground. Using Sevin Dust in and around the hole time didn't ...
A.We have found plat neem oil is effective against bugs like this, and it is also safe for people and pets. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htmRead MoreQ.I Have Raised Beds And Think We Have Too Much Nitrogen - I have raised beds and think we have too much nitrogen since the plants are green and lush but do ...
A.Add phosphorus to the soil to help re-balance it. Bone meal is a good source of phosphorus. Here is an article with other suggestions: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/too-much-nitrogen-soil.htmRead More
