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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    October 17, 2011
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    It really depends on what kind of environment you live in. Spanish lavender is a hardier lavender if you are in a very warm climate. It comes from Africa, so they like the heat.

    You are in SF, which is known for its fog. English lavender does not tolerate this kind of humidity well. It prefers a drier climate.

    So, given these two things, I would agree with your gardener that the Spanish variety is best.

    Aloe and Phormium are also very easy to maintain once established.

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    Heather on
    April 16, 2012
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    Spring or early fall is the best time to transplant aloes. The cool weather helps them to establish better.

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    Nikki on
    April 18, 2012
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    It could be scale. We recommend treating these kinds pest with neem oil. It is safe for humans and animals but is very effective against most destructive plant pests. Here is more information on both neem oil and scale: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/scale-bug-how-to-control-plant-scale.htm

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    Nikki on
    June 27, 2012
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    This article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-plant-propagation.htm

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    Nikki on
    July 23, 2012
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    This article will help with propagating the plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-plant-propagation.htm

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    mechelle325 on
    July 23, 2012
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    Thank you Nikki :)

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    Nikki on
    October 20, 2012
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    Sounds like your plant may be affected by mealybugs. Treat with neem oil.
    These articles will also help:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/mealybugs-white-residue-on-plants-leaves.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

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