Q.Pruning Burning Bush - Is it possible to prune a burning bush, and if so, when is the best time to do it?
A.Yes, you can prune a burning bush. This article will help you with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/burning-bush/pruning-burning-bush.htmRead MoreQ.What Is A Dog Friendly Mulch? - Previously, I have used wood chips but this seems like something a small dog could choke on.
A.If you have issues with your dog eating mulch, look into a mulch that is not treated with manure. I have had this issue in the past with my own dog. They are attracted to it. Normal ...Read MoreQ.What Plant Families Should I Be Concerned About When Planning Crop Rotation? - I am going to plant okra. I would like to be careful about what other plant families I should be ...
A.Okra specifically falls into the "other" category. It is related to cotton and can be very nutrient hungry, so it might be a good idea to follow it up with a nitrogen fixing plant (peas and beans) and leave ...Read More
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Q.Blight On Cleveland Pear Trees - They developed fire blight last summer. We would like to try to save them. . . . What is the ...
A.It is very difficult to control and the plant will look very sorry, even when controls are being used but... You can try treating the tree with a copper fungicide, starting as soon as temperatures reach about 55F on average in ...Read MoreQ.Why Do My Glad Bulbs Come Up Out Of The Ground And Set On Top Of The Groud - My glad bulbs come up out of the ground and then they lay on the surface. They are not in ...
A.This is called frost heave. This article will help you prevent it: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/preventing-frost-heave-in-your-garden.htmRead MoreQ.Arapaho Crape Myrtle - I want to grow an Arapaho Crape Myrtle and live in Romeo, Michigan. Is it possible to grow one in ...
A.There are some varieties that are hardy to Zone 5 ('Country Red' is on), but they die back each year and really only stay a smallish shrub.Read MoreQ.How Do You Start Plants From Roots? - In your article on "How to Propogate Crepe Myrtle Trees", you state"Learning how to start crepe myrtles from roots is ...
A.The bottom of this article has detailed directions for rooting root cuttings: http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/hil/hil-8700.html This should help you.Read MoreQ.In Simple Leaf Cutting, Where Should The Main Leaf Vein Be Situated? -
A.It should be set in teh center in the soil.Read MoreQ.Mice Eating My Beets - What is the best way to keep mice from eating my beets?
A.You might want to try mesh cages made from chicken wire or some people use plastic strawberry containers that you buy strawberries in. You can set these over the plants and it helps keep them away. This article ...Read MoreQ.Orange Patches On The Branches - I have a large fig tree in my garden. I have noticed that there are a lot of orange/ browny ...
A.It sounds like you may have a rust fungus on the branches. They typically attack the leaves on figs, but can attack branches if there are no leaves. These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/figs-disease-rust.htm https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/learn-about-plant-rust-disease-and-rust-treatment.htmRead MoreQ.How Best To Transplant A Sago Palm - The tree is presently planted in heavy clay soil and is approx. 4 ft. tall. I wish to relocate it ...
A.I would break up the hardpan area and amend the soil with compost prior to any transplanting. Also, you should keep in mind that sago palms do not like to be disturbed, so any transplanting needs to be done ...Read MoreQ.Harm To Houseplants From Natural Elimination Of Aphids - Last week I sprayed my indoor plants (Clivia, Aloe, Walking stick succulent) with the combination treatment of water, dishwashing liquid ...
A.It should not hurt the plant, but if it is unsightly, you can wash it off. Placing the plant in the shower works well for whole plant cleaning.Read MoreQ.Lime Tree (1/8 Citrus) - I moved in a house recently that had so much overgrowth. During the clean up, I found a lime tree. ...
A.Thick skin normally indicates too much nitrogen. I would add a phosphorous rich fertilizer to balance this out.Read MoreQ.Pruning Bird Of Paradise - When pruning birds of paradise what is a good tool to use, and do you cut the stalk at ground ...
A.I would use clean, sharp pruning shears for the job. You can prune off about 1/3 of the plant a year. Anymore than that and you risk killing the plant. This article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/bird-of-paradise-pruning.htmRead MoreQ.Fruit Flies - How do I get rid of fruit flies which have taken up residence in my amaryllis planter/soil? Added: Thanks for the ...
A.Treat the soil with neem oil. This will kill the eggs, larva and adults. It is not an instant kill solution. It takes a few days for the neem oil to work, but it is very effective. ...Read MoreQ.Mushrooms In My Lawn - I recently fertilized my yard. It looks great and has never been greener. However, mushrooms are popping up all over. ...
A.Try dethatching the lawn. That contributes to mushroom growth. Here is more information, if you have not read the article yet: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/eliminate-mushrooms-in-your-lawn.htmRead MoreQ.Plants For Shade - Could you please tell me what would grow under a maple tree? I have tried double impatiens and impatiens. They ...
A.Here are some tips for finding a suitable shade plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/shade/finding-a-shade-loving-plant.htmRead MoreQ.Old Newspapers In Gardening - I have heard of planting or starting seeds in old newspapers but now cannot find information. Do you know of this?
A.Do a Google search on 'How to make pots from newspaper'. You can find directions on how to do this!Read MoreQ.Zoysia Grass – Ok For Virginia Beach, VA - I've read all the pros and cons concerning Zoysia grass, and that it prefers warmer climates. Va Beach is a ...
A.It will grow fine. The issue you will see if that zoysia turns brown in cold weather. It is not dead, just dormant and many people don't like the way it looks when dormant. It is for ...Read More
