Category Archives: Northeast U.S. Gardeners

Gardening questions from IN, KY, OH, WV, VA, MD, DC, DE, PA, NJ, NY, CT, RI, MA, NH, VT & ME

Speed Grafting

Q. I’ve heard in the past. You only have about 15 seconds to make your cuts while grafting, and connect the two together…is this true? thank You for any info.  Scot Rabosky – Cape Cod, MA A.  Maybe if you … Continue reading

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Overwintering Elephant Ears

Q. I loved the video on planting elephant ears. I have mine in a big clay pot on the patio but need to know how to care for it. So I dig it up after the frost and keep it … Continue reading

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Angel Lace Hydrangeas Not Blooming

Q. I planted 3 Angel Lace Hydrangeas in 2005.  They have not bloomed, and I’ve found that they are hardy to zone 6 – I’m in zone 5.  Is this the reason that they haven’t bloomed?  They are green and … Continue reading

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Time To Plant Bleeding Heart

Q. When is it safe to plant bleeding heart .I received a plant but know nothing about when I can put it in my garden. Thank you for any advice you can give me.  Christina Mulac – Louisville, Kentucky A.  … Continue reading

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Sticky stuff and flies on cars and driveways

Q. We have a large Tulip Tree, about 25 years old. For the first time we have a fly infestation on the tree and all over the driveway and cars. We powerwashed the drive, etc. but to no avail. Are … Continue reading

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