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Marianne’s Responses

Blueberry bush issue

Posted by wstrkmp | July 4, 2025

I have had this Blueberry bush and 3 others in my Bonney Lake garden for about five years. It has always produced lots of berries until this year. The only difference with this one is that the others are in the ground and this one is in a large galvanized container. Do you know what could have happened?

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Lantern flies

Posted by tlcpdcn | July 4, 2025

How bad are they, and best way to get rid of them without harming bees

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Which Variety of Clematis Produces Blossoms for the Longest Period?

Posted by Cheri johnson | July 2, 2025

What clematis do you love that gives a good show of flowers for the most extended period of time?

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How To Kill Ferns In The Middle Of Summer

Posted by Grey Brown | June 27, 2025

I have hardy ferns that have underground runners I am trying to kill, I don't know the variety they have killed out irises and pop up all over the yard. They are not like any other fern I have ever seen. It is the middle of summer in Ohio and cutting the top off the stalk just makes them continue ...

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How Much Osmocote Does the Cap Hold?

Posted by Susan Worthey | June 25, 2025

Hello, Could you please tell me the exact volume of the top of the Osmocote Smart Release 14-14-14 ?

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Why are the leaves and stems of my Joshua Tree turning brown?

Posted by Lynne Dowling | June 12, 2025

Dear Marianne, In 2020, while visiting the Grand Canyon, we purchased a packet of ‘Joshua Tree’ Seeds from a little store. We were thrilled that one germinated and developed. It has been flourishing beautifully over the past five years. However, within the last two months, we have noticed a rapid decline, with the stem turning brown and the leaves becoming ...

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Can I use a foliar spray to fertilize Newport blue boxwoods?

Posted by Janice fluhr | June 9, 2025

I have Peter's 20-20-20 fertiliser that I would like to dilute by adding one tablespoon to one gallon of water for a foliar spray. Is this a good idea, and can I harm the leaves by doing this? How often and when should I do this? I am thinking of doing it now, in early June.

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Best uses for cedar chips

Posted by diane Jones | May 25, 2025

Where is the best place to buy cedar chips in bulk? I am familiar with Chip Drop, but you can’t be picky as to what you get. Looking for cedar chips for my woodland trails to keep them looking spiffy and weed-free. I live in the Renton area. Thank you.

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Identify photo

Posted by Joyce Sims | May 20, 2025

Please identify for me! Thank you!

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Identify plant please!

Posted by Joyce Sims | May 19, 2025

Can you identify this plant. I'm sure this isn't the proper spot for identify. But if you can, I appreciate!

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