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

Fresh wood chips controversy

Posted on June 4, 2005 by Horticulture Guy - Peter Punzi

Q. Will it hurt evergreen trees to put woodchips around them as mulch if the chips are from recently chipped up trees and branches (green)? Bob Heacock – Harleysville, PA A. Over the years there has been some controversy over … Continue reading →

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Basic Pruning Questions

Posted on May 14, 2005 by Horticulture Guy - Peter Punzi

Q . Where should pruning cuts be made above the node, below a node, or between the nodes on a plant. Ruth Derby – Paden City, WV A. Pruning cuts below the nodes are too low, pruning cuts between cuts … Continue reading →

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Wet Soil Willows

Posted on April 2, 2005 by Horticulture Guy - Peter Punzi

Q. I have a very soggy lawn area between my neighbor property and mine. I would like to plant fast growing bushes or trees or whatever in that area to absorb the moisture. I would appreciate any suggestions you could … Continue reading →

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