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Best Tree/Shrub Suitable for Large Pot
Posted by Patricia Shults | May 25, 2022I have 2 large pots (2-1/2 tall x 1-1-1/2 wide ft.) in full sun. Looking for recommendation on slow growing tree or shrubs for front of house - framing a walkway. Thanks!
Best time to plant Agapanthus?
Posted by Karen Johnson | May 25, 2022I want to dig up my agapanthus and move to another area? They are blooming now. Should I wait until blooms are done?
Alberta Dwarf
Posted by mimi tekle | May 25, 2022The tree is in a planter. I bought it a year a go. It is browning in the bottom. How do I rescue it?
Will planted spring bulbs rot in PNW rain
Posted by Janet Brookshire | May 25, 2022I watched your video on what to do with old bulbs. I live in the Pacific NW, and have had two problems with planting bulbs in the ground: 1) something eats them before they come up in spring, or 2) our wet winters cause them to rot. I get excellent results planting in the fall in pots, per Claus Dalby, ...
Transplant Azaleas
Posted by Loretta Lacy | May 24, 2022My plant is located in the Mid-Atlantic Region. May I safely transplant azaleas in May after they have bloomed?
Powdery mildew
Posted by Vanessa Olson | May 24, 2022I have powdery mildew on my spirea plants at the side of my deck that were in full sun but are now under the covering of a recently added deck patio cover. I have sprayed them with neem oil & given them extra water but have had no success. Any suggestions please?
How Do I Care for a Gift Hydrangea?
Posted by Nancy Johnson | May 23, 2022I recieved an 8-inch hydrangea in a container. I want to put at my front door. Should it be replanted in a bigger pot? Need the basics for hydrangea care, please. Help!
Plant Desease
Posted by Sharon Podein | May 23, 2022What looks like rust is attacking my native decorative grass. Wondering the cause and fix
Damaged daylilles
Posted by Angie Bailey | May 23, 2022My dog got in my daylillies and broke them down. It is just May, so what do I do? They are all laying on the ground. It looks awful in front of my house! Help!
Dahilas
Posted by Judy Tobar | May 23, 2022I just bought some dalilas they are adout6 in. tall. I have never tried to grow them before. I plan on putting them in pots on porch. Could you give me some information on do's and dont'ts? Thank you, Judy
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