Q. Happy New Year,I have a potted Ficus tree outdoors. It is extremely healthy but I now see that the roots have gone through the pot and into the ground.Can I cut the roots off at the bottom of the pot? or will this kill the tree? Sandy in Florida A. Unless the potted ficus…
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Gardening questions from TX, OK, AR, LA, TN, MS, AL, NC, SC, GA, & FL
Curcuma (Ruby Supreme)
Q. This summer I made a purchase of this plant at the local Lowe’s. The plant is turning yellow and then to dead leaves. What do I do, cut it down to ground level? Cover it up with mulch? Can’t find any directions for winterizing it here in the low country. I think we are…
Mass Cane Becomes Canine Crunchy
Q. I have a mass cane dracaena plant and my dog ate all the leaves off of it and I was wondering if they will grow back or is there something I can do to help them grow back ? Thank You So Much ! James Rotondella – Clemmons, NC A. If the plant…
Yellowing Coralbush
Q. I have a Jatropha Multifida planted near the foundation of my home, it does beautifully during the winter, however, at present it is turning yellow. what are the soil requirements for this small tree? Could it be too wet? I have several succulents in the same location and they are doing great.thanks, Chris Riefstahl…
Lethargic English Laurels
Q. I have English Laurel in clay soil. Two are doing well, but the other nine trees, the leaves are turning yellow and the plants are not growing. What should I do to save these laurels. I need them for screening. Thanks, Lisa Swan – Franklin, TN A. I have two suggestions. I would suggest…