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chickens & systemic insecticide
Posted by Sandra Ballard | August 2, 2018My elm trees are being eaten alive by tiny caterpillar like insects. I found a systemic insecticide to pour around the base of the trees, but am worried that it might kill or harm our free-range chickens?
Pampa grass
Posted by Becky armstrong | August 2, 2018What is the best time to plant pampa grass?
Hydrangea care
Posted by connie salsbury | August 2, 2018Can I cut my hydrangea to the ground to help keep it from over stepping it's bounds? And when is the best time to do it? It is "pinky winky" and is at least 8 feet tall and just as wide. Thanks so much! Connie Salsbury
how to control japanese beetles
Posted by Helen Ford | August 2, 2018Roses, hibiscus, etc., are covered with the beetles...is there anything that will destroy them? I was told to pick them off and put in soapy water to drown them...sounds crude...
Moss on rhododendron branches
Posted by | July 31, 2018One of my rhodies has moss on its lower branches. There used to be more shade on the plant but some trees were removed next door. The moss is pretty but is it harmful to the plant? The moss comes off if I tug gently. Keep the moss or remove it? Thanks.
Fertilizer for Endless Summer Hydrangeas
Posted by Lance Johnston | July 31, 2018Hi Marianne, I live in zone 6a, and am looking for a slow-release fertilizer specifically for Endless Summer hydrangeas. What type of Osmocote would work best? Also, what would be the best way to protect them from freezing temperatures this winter?
Squash?
Posted by Summer Reynolds | July 31, 2018I am wondering what kind of squash i am growing
My Hostas Are Not Growing
Posted by Eileen Halle | July 31, 2018My hostas are not growing as large as they used to. What can I do?
growing potatoes
Posted by arleen bertsch | July 31, 2018so I need to cut back potato plants to get more potatoes?
Hdyragenda
Posted by Fran Triplett | July 31, 2018How can I get my hydregena to bloom more
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