Q.Re-Turfing Lawn Over Dog Poo - Over the Christmas period we have let our puppy do its business in the garden. We have been out a ...
A.The problem with sodding on top of current turn is that the old turf will keep the new turf from establishing well. You may want to consider re-seeding over the current turf, but if you want to lay new ...Read MoreQ.Small Ants On Lime Tree - I have a small potted lime tree on the patio. It has produced fruit in the past and is now ...
A.If you are seeing ants, it probably means you have an aphid problem. The ants are not a problem, but the aphids are. Once the aphids are treated, the ants will leave too. Here is some information on treating aphids: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/homemade-aphid-control-a-natural-way-to-kill-aphids.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htmRead MoreQ.Tall Crepe Myrtles - We bought an older home with five large crepe myrtles in a line, maybe six feet apart. The trunk base is over ...
A.They will most likely be fine. Crepe myrtles can take very severe pruning and recover just fine. But, with pruning that severe, it may take a few years before the tree looks normal again.Read More
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Q.Grass Removal - I read your article and several others on how to kill grass naturally. I want to put in a patio ...
A.You can put the tarp down at any time, even after the grass has started to come out of dormancy. The lack of light will kill it. Yes, you will need to dig it up and if it is an aggressive ...Read MoreQ.Keeping Rabbits Out - I have a 5' iron fence in my backyard, which sits on a 1-2' wall. How high does a wire ...
A.Probably 24" would be enough. I imagine that the rabbits are hopping onto the wall and then back off the wall into you garden. The wire fence will keep them from being able to make the hop down. Without a ...Read MoreQ.Pears - Two years ago I had several bushels of pears, and last year I barely had any. Should I be pruning ...
A.Yes, pruning can help. If the branches have become too crowded, the tree will fruit poorly.Read MoreQ.Planting Thyme In Flagstone Patio - How, when, and what kind of thyme can you plant between the pavers of a flagstone patio? I am very anxious ...
A.Creeping thyme is great for tucking between pavers. This can be done in spring (or fall in warmer areas). Simply plant them between the stones, water, and enjoy. The following article should be of some help to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/projects/flagstone-walks-path-to-a-beautiful-landscape.htmRead MoreQ.Bird Of Paradise Rooting - Can you grow Bird of Paradise from a cutting?
A.The easiest way to propagate these plants is through division. This article should help you with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/dividing-bird-of-paradise.htmRead MoreQ.Does A Cyclamen Plant Need Direct Or Indirect Sunlight - For cyclaman care, does it need sunlight to thrive?
A.They need bright, indirect light to grow well. Bright, direct light can burn them.Read MoreQ.Aeroponics - When you are growing with aeroponics, how often do you have to feed/or spray the roots?
A.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/growing-with-aeroponics-what-is-aeroponics.htm Note: while sprays are of short duration (anywhere from 3-10 seconds), the interval between sprays generally depends on the type of plant (s) being grown and can be anything from minutes to weeks.Read MoreQ.Are The Fruits Of All Lemon Trees Edible - I have recently bought a lemon tree and did not notice until I got it home that it said the ...
A.I would suspect that the lemon has been treated with a pesticide or another chemical that is not suitable to be eaten. The other possibility is that the fruit quality is so poor, that the fruit will not taste ...Read MoreQ.Depth Of Planting - How deep do I plant hollyhock seeds? And how far apart?
A.The seeds only need to be right below the soil, no more than 1/4 of an inch deep. The plants should be about 2 feet apart to grow well.Read MoreQ.Cutting Back Red Tip Bushes - When is a good time of season to cut back the red tip bushes?
A.They should be pruned in the winter while tehy are dormant.Read MoreQ.How Do I Grow Grass In Problem Area? - I have an area of about 40' x 60' that is shaded by a couple large maple trees. Also, most ...
A.It is likely that grass will not grow in those conditions. I would consider creating a rain garden to help drain off the standing water (https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/spaces/rain-garden-design.htm) and then once the area is drier, plant a shade tolerant grass (https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/shade-tolerant-grass.htm) These ...Read MoreQ.Cutting Back Calla Lilies - Once the leaves of the Calla lily have turned brown or yellow, should the plant be cut back?
A.Yes, once the leaves have turned yellow or brown, you can cut it back.Read MoreQ.Planting Gardenia Bush - What time of year is best to plant a gardenia bush?
A.Spring is the best time to plant them. This article will also help you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-plant.htmRead MoreQ.Mandevilla Plant - I received a mandevilla plant while hospitalized last June. It blossomed for a long time and was very pretty. I've ...
A.Once the weather gets warm, take it back outside. Give it a phosphorus rich fertilizer and it should bloom wonderfully.Read More
