Q. We have a Small Leaf Linden tree at our curbside. It is quite large. 10 years ago, when it was pruned, the leader was cut. Since then, it has grown into a very huge, very full mushroom shape. 3 years ago, we had it pruned by an expert. Wonderful job. However, all summer long,…
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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 are grafting in the desert. The truth to this is that you do not want…
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 in a cool dry place but do I separate any new thingabobbers from it now…
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 healthy looking and have probably doubled in size since planting. Can you give some advice…
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. Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spectabilis) is a hardy perennial in the continental US. Hardy means it…