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Early blooming Rhody?
Posted by Cathy McLeod | March 15, 2021Hi Marianne! I love seeing the early blooming rhododendrons in early winter, here in Gig Harbor. Could you advise as to the name of this rhody, or where I might find it? Much thanks, as always! CM
Acanthus ‘Whitewater’ (Bear’s Breech) and slugs
Posted by Lisa Polson | March 15, 2021I planted my Acanthus two years ago, north side of my condo. I have lived here for 25 years and rarely see a slug. Rare in this area, right? However the slugs just love my Acanthus. I tried using Sluggo all last year, Spring through Fall. I am about ready to give up on it. I know slugs climb pots ...
Best cucumber for the garden
Posted by itsallthebuz | March 15, 2021We have grown cucumbers for years with minimal success. What is the best cucumber to grow in the garden for taste and productivity?
Can you identify this ground over?
Posted by Deb Meewes | March 15, 2021I’m not sure what this plant is but it’s spreading beyond control. It gets sun most of the day, appears to die off over the winter and started coming back up a week ago or so. I’d like to get rid of it. Do you have any tips? Thank you!
English Ivy Whale
Posted by Linda Vaughan | March 12, 2021Hi Marianne We moved up here to Gig Harbor in June of 2014 from So Cal. and I have been reading your weekly article every week including last Sunday regarding English Ivy. We have a septic system in our front yard! It is a Glendon System and the tanks sit above the ground It is covered with a sandy soil ...
Clematis not blooming
Posted by Jill Sim | March 12, 2021I have a clematis that I planted 3 years ago. It grows tall, with plenty of leaves but never buds or blossoms. It gets full sun until about 2 pm. I don't know what c=variety it is, but i remember on the tag that the blossoms would be white. Any ideas on what to do?
Potatoes & Walla Walla Onions
Posted by Patti Johnson | March 8, 2021When can I plant potatoes and Walla Walla onions?
New planting
Posted by Donna Pfundstein | March 8, 2021Just started a fountain garden - planted White African Iris and Super Blue Liriope surrounding the fountain. Should I apply Osmocote Plus to the new plants now or delay feeding until established?
Weed and Feed Product
Posted by Jacqueline McCray | March 8, 2021Marianne, I want to add some weed and feed to the soil before I plant. I will be planting vegetable and flower plants, and also seeds for vegetables and flowers. I also mulch, but due to health reasons, I need to add something additional to help with the weeds. What products do you suggest? Thanks!!!
G.W. ROSE PLANT 11 YEARS OLD
Posted by Christine Yuschak | March 4, 2021I HAVE AN 11 YEAR OLD GEORGE WASHINGTON HYBRID ROSE PLANT THAT HAS STOPPED FLOWERING. IT HAD BEAUTIFUL VERY LARGE BLOOMS FOR THE FIRST FEW YEARS. THEN IT STOPPED FLOWERING. THE GREEN SHOOTS GROW VERY TALL AND THE PLANT LOOKS HEALTHY, JUST NO BLOOMS. I FERTILIZED IT ONCE PER WEEK ALL SUMMER, STILL NO BUDS. IT LIVES ON THE SOUTH ...
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