Question about Christmas palm
Q: I was at a garden center the other day and saw a large potted palm for sale called a Christmas palm. I like the look of the plant but have not seen any around here. [Read More]
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Some mulch can attract termites
Q: I have some oak trimmings which have been shredded. I would like to use them as a mulch or soil amendment. My friend says it will attract termites. Is this true? A: [Read More]
Ridding your yard of moles
Q: I bought a spear trap to catch moles that are tearing up my lawn. I have yet to catch anything. What can I try to increase my rate of success? A: The trap must be [Read More]
Hints to kill pesky dollarweed
Q: Someone told me that I can use lime to kill dollarweed. How do I do this? A: If enough lime is applied to an area of soil, it will make the area too alkaline for the [Read More]
Caring for candelabra cactus
Q: My candelabra cactus has a fine white web at the tips. It is yellowing, too. What should I do to correct this? A: Your cactus has a spider mite infestation. If [Read More]
Keeping deer away from plants
Q: I moved to an area that has deer. What plants should I avoid planting in my landscape? A: Deer like plants in the rose family (e.g., roses and India hawthorn). [Read More]
Is diatomaceous earth effective for termites?
Q: I live in a pesticide-free development. I was told to use diatomaceous earth around the slab of the home to prevent termites. Will this be effective? A: Diatomaceous [Read More]
Good solution for insect bites
Q: The insects have been vicious thus year. What is a homemade solution that is applied to insect bites? A: Make a paste of baking soda or meat tenderizer and water. [Read More]
Question about apple trees
Q: My Anna apple tree has been in the ground for about two years and it bloomed this year. No fruit set. Do I need another Anna as a pollinator and, if there is a [Read More]
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