Q. I tested the soil @ my Azalea: pH-7.0 Nitrogen- Low, no # given Phos- High, no # Pot- Medium, no # Coffee Grounds suggested for pH and Nitro. correction. What who you suggest to correct ALL issues or where can I find out? Thanks for your Time and Assistance! I appreciate it! Monte Cardwell Wichita KS 67213…
Category: Gardening Q & A
Here you will find answers to questions from gardeners around the country. Some answers pertain to all but others are more regional so have a look at them all. You will also see that the Gardening Q & A is broken down into the following regions so please use the drop-down Categories menu to the right to see specific regions :
Shady Cherry Laurel
Q. While looking for a plant that would serve as a hedge (about 10′ tall) and grow in full shade, the garden center folks recommended the pruninus caroliniana. What I have read on the web says it needs partial to full sun. Will it grow in full shade? Kay – Charlotte, NC A. Light requirements recommendations are always…
Vigorous Asian Pear
Q. Hi Peter, we started a new orchard in the spring of 2009. Planted 5 asian pears, including a Mishirasu. The growth on that tree is ridiculous! I call it the octopus tree. The new shoots are over 3 feet long, and they are not growing up (like with the other asian pear varieties we…
A Clover By Any Other Name
Question: On my newly purchased property, I discovered clover with a dark, heart shape in the center of each leaf. I am having difficulty identifying what kind of clover it is. I am very interested to learn what type of clover it is. Thank you! Melinda – Tickflaw, LA Mystery Clover Answer: This does look…
Wild Morning Glory Battle
Question: I live in Olympia WA, on black lake I have a doozey for you! I have been battling morning glory vine for nearly a decade. How do I get rid of this beastly vine. The root system is so broad and vigerous, it seems impervious to round up, vinegar, spectricide ect. I have tried…