Lightly trim plumbago after bloom gone
Q. After the flowers die on my plumbago, these sticky things form that I guess are seed pods. Is it advisable to cut them off? A. It is a good idea to lightly cut the [Read More]
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Why isn’t Blazing Star blooming?
Q: This spring I bought a Liatrus or Blazing Star. It was in a two gallon pot. It has not bloomed and no new growth has occurred. What can I do for the plant? A: [Read More]
When do sweet potatoes appear?
Q: I planted sweet potatoes in a 30-gallon pot. It is now growing over everything. When do I get sweet potatoes? A: Sweet potatoes take four to five months from [Read More]
Questions on mums and marigolds
Q: Some of the leaves on my mums look like they have spit on them. Is this anything to be concerned about? A: The mum has been visited by spittle bugs. The sticky [Read More]
Tips on hummingbirds and more
Q: How often do you need to change the solution in a hummingbird feeder? I have heard that if it spoils it can kill the hummingbirds. A: It should be changed [Read More]
Keith shares thoughts on mulch
Q: My wife says I need to pull back the mulch from plants when I fertilize. Is this necessary? A: It is not necessary to pull back mulch from plants when feeding them. [Read More]
Replanting lilies and hydrangea
Q: I have three Easter lilies that are potted. They are all stem and leaves as the flowers have faded. What can I do with them? A: You can plant them outdoors or [Read More]
Propagating kalanchoe plant
Q: Can I take a cutting from my kalanchoe to get more plants? The plant is short so I do not know if this is how to propagate it. A: I would propagate it from leaf [Read More]
Bees are on her basil
Q: My basil plants always have bumble bees on them. I am afraid of getting stung so I hardly ever get any use from the plants. Is there a way to get rid of the bees? [Read More]
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