Marianne’s Responses
Spots on huckleberry bushes
Posted by Ruth Faldet | May 1, 2026I have four huckleberry bushes on the north side of the house. For several months they have had rust colored spots on the leaves. Should I prune them way down or use a fungicide ?
Shade tree
Posted by Pat Hergert | April 23, 2026We have a tall shrub at the front of our house that is dying. I think it’s mostly the fault of location. It’s east facing and quite shady most of the day. I need help figuring out what to plant in its place. My preference would be something that would provide some interest at the entrance and have some height. ...
Pear tree
Posted by Justa Magdalena Canales Berrios | April 20, 2026Can I put the an srtificial dragon flie on my tree?
Rosa ‘Zepherine Droughin’ and Clematis ‘Multi-Blue’
Posted by Lynn Versteeg Gunning | April 12, 2026I thoroughly enjoyed your lecture this past week with Cascade Gardener, where I saw your spectacular picture of the aforementioned rose! I spent nearly a decade researching and trying to decide what rose to grow up an arch that my husband made me, finally deciding on ZD. This is my 3rd year growing ZD in a non-full sun location (in ...
Snow damaged burning bush
Posted by Joanne Ciborowski | April 8, 2026My burning bush was a bit damaged from the blizzard and earlier storms we had this year. Should I wait a year to prune it?
Fertilizer for Stellar Ruby Magnolia
Posted by Suzbo | April 8, 2026Hi Marianne, what is the best fertilizer for a Stellar Ruby Magnolia. I am plant sitting one for my daughter who is moving into a new house in Seattle. The plant was in the markdown area when shopping today, and looks like it needs some tender loving care although the yellow leaves aren't dry or dropping off. Should I fertilize ...
Samples
Posted by Val Gillman | April 3, 2026Do you still offer sample packets of Osmocote to Master Gardener programs? I am the treasurer of the Sheboygan County Master Gardeners program in Wisconsin. We were looking for items to share with our 50 members at one of our educational events. What do you need from me for such a request. Thank you.
Donation Request
Posted by SHERYL Pancaro | March 23, 2026We are inquiring about how to obtain a donation for our upcoming church tricky tray
Osmocote Trial Packs
Posted by tinabertrand | February 21, 2026Hello! I am trying to find the link on the site to request sample packs as in years past for MG events…our plant sale. Could you please forward the link or new way to submit requests? Thank you in advance!
How to change email address
Posted by Brynn Beals | February 20, 2026Sorry to bother you but I want to change my email address and cannot find a way to contact someone with a tech question. Can you provide a contact? Old email: bbeals@rainierconnect.com
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