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| Eliminating invasive, non-native chameleon plant from Omaha NE April 11, 2011 I have been attempting to eradicate the chameleon plant in my gardens for 3 years. I have sprayed Round Up and covered with newspaper then mulch and it is coming back again this year! I am wondering... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native, invasive Tree of Heaven in Central Texas? April 07, 2011 Has Ailanthus altissima been reported in Central Texas? I think we have found a few growing right here in Austin amongst a stand of cedars at a residential property off of 1826 (near where 1826 hits ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Planting a non-native rose on oak tree in Hutto TX April 07, 2011 I would like to consider planting an earth-kind climbing rose on the south side of my 12 ft oak tree. Is this a good idea? Will I create problems? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Problems with non-native peach trees from Lago Vista TX April 06, 2011 I have two peach trees that are setting fruit. Last year the small fruit had sap coming out of most of them. When they ripened there was a rotten spot in each of them. I had to throw most of them aw... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Trimming spineless yucca in Chicago April 05, 2011 I have a spineless yucca (indoors) which is 11 feet tall and thirty-five years old. When the yucca recently started to scrape the ceiling, I moved it away (roughly 20 feet) from the windows to an area... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Will roots of non-native Bottlebrush damage foundation in Weslaco TX April 02, 2011 I have a bottle Brush tree planted 2 feet from a brick wall. The condo board told me to remove it for fear that it may crack the foundation of the wall. I don't want to remove it. I believe they are ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Will non-native Alchemilla mollis grow in Georgetown, TX April 02, 2011 While living in Connecticut I had a favorite plant -- Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla Mollis). Any chance I could grow it in my new herbaceous border in Sun City Texas (Georgetown, TX)? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Frost damage to non-native Mexican Maradol papaya from San Antonio March 31, 2011 I planted Mexican Maradol papaya in my San Antonio garden last year. The plants grew about 5' tall and were starting to flower. Then the winter freezes blasted them; now there's nothing left but stu... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Do Banana Plants Grow in Galveston, Texas? March 30, 2011 Do banana plants grow on Galveston island? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native ornamental peach purchased in Georgetown TX March 29, 2011 I purchased an "ornamental peach" at a plant sale in Georgetown, TX. Only info it had on the tag: 6' tall. The leaves are long and narrow, burgundy, with serrated edges; is in a 1-qt pot. Any ca... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is non-native palm tree poisonous from Midland TX March 25, 2011 Are palm trees poisonous? My husband is a landscaper and was trimming palm trees at work and when he was cutting them down it fell on him and he has scratches on his arm and one got caught on his arm... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Water for non-native Sub-Zero ivy in El Paso March 25, 2011 Sub-Zero Ivy: Do they require lots of water - I live El Paso, TX - dry climate. Are they dangerous to dogs? Will they do well as ground cover around a brick patio? - Thanks! View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Various holly hybrids or selections for Pflugerville TX March 24, 2011 I love Savannah Hollies. I used them all the time in the Dallas area. Now that I have moved to Austin, I am wondering if I can plant them in this area. I have a soil pH of 7 and drainage is moderate. ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Problems with non-native Pink Jasmine from Austin March 23, 2011 A week or so ago, I purchased two beautiful pink jasmine vines. The first few days after planting, they did wonderful. Now, some leaves and stems are turning brown and some flowers have fallen off. ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Problems with non-native crape myrtle from Raleigh NC March 23, 2011 I have two crepe myrtles that were planted last year, did well all summer long. We had some freezing weather and this spring their buds are brown with little white flakes(very sparingly) and no leaves... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Using non-native Red-Tip Photinia as a mulch from Pittsburg TX March 23, 2011 Wondering if its ok to use Red Tip Phontinia as a mulch? thanks View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Indoor non-native palm tree turning yellow from Leavenworth WA March 22, 2011 Why are my indoor palm plant leaves turning yellow. It's about 4 feet bought at local Home Depot store, and it was beautiful when I brought it home. It gets plenty of light. I have only had it for ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is non-native Viburnum suspensum (sandankwa) poisonous to dogs? March 20, 2011 Are Viburnum suspensum leaves or berries (Sandankwa) poisonous to dogs? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Mid-summer watering needs of non-native dwarf Meyer Lemon tree in Austin March 20, 2011 I live in Central Texas outside Austin city limits. I've recently purchased a dwarf Meyer lemon tree and planted it in a large pot. It's doing very well. I will be out-of-state from July through ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| How to eradicate non-native invasive Houttuynia cordata from Muskogee OK March 20, 2011 I have planted a very invasive plant called houttuynia and cannot get rid of it! It is very stinky and the stems break off easily at the roots. I cannot dig it up anymore - it is all over in my flow... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Searching for seeds or plants of non-native Euphorbia peplus seeds from Austin March 19, 2011 I am looking for Euphorbia Peplus seeds or plants to grow for skin cancer treatment. Do you have seeds or plants? Thanks!! View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Mercer Society of Harris County Plant Sale from The Woodlands, TX March 15, 2011 Love the Name! Anyway, the Mercer Society of Harris County will be having its annual plant sale late this month and as usual I will be attending. I'm trying to find some tropicals and sub-tropicals... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Fruit fly maggots attacking non-native Grumichama in Lake Worth FL March 12, 2011 Dear Mr. Smarty Plants How do I prevent fruit fly maggots from attacking my Grumichama fruit? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Control of suckers on non-native crepe myrtle from Bay Point, CA March 08, 2011 I wrote to you a while back and haven't heard back. I wanted to know if Naphthalene Acidic Acid will keep the suckers on my Crepe Myrtle at bay? And if so, where might I find it? Thank you. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Will non-native poisonous oleander grow through non-native invasive bermudagrass in Ft. Worth? February 20, 2011 I was wondering if you knew which flowering plants would grow through grass. I have bermuda, have tried raised beds but due to uneven yard with lots of rock it would be too expensive to do properly. ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Pruning of overgrown non-native boxwood from Round Rock TX February 19, 2011 We have several large over-grown Japanese Boxwoods that we'd really like to trim down in height about 10 to 12 inches, however most of the middle and lower sections of the bushes are bare or very spa... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| White powder on non-native houseplants from Fort Davis TX February 11, 2011 I have a white powder on my houseplants that I can't figure out what it is or what to do about it? (Dracaena & Corn plants) Could be a fungus can you help? (can send a photo if you will tell me how t... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Will frozen non-native agapanthus come back from freeze in Austin? February 06, 2011 I don't know if its a native plant, but my agapanthus got frozen in our recent cold weather. Will they come back; should I trim off the tops? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Possibility of transporting native seeds to Europe February 03, 2011 Hi, Is it possible to bring seeds for North American plants and wildflowers from the USA to Europe? I live in Italy and have many Italian friends who want me to bring seeds from America the next time ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Black fungus on non-native ixora from Palm Beach Gardens FL January 29, 2011 We have 7-8 ixora plants that are side by side and all have developed a black fungus or substance on them. The substance is not only on the plant, but has spread to the wall they are adjacent to. Ca... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Problems with Texas Ash and non-native Bradford Pear in Hutto TX January 27, 2011 We have planted two trees in our back yard. The first one(a Bradford Pear) died and the second one (a Texas ash) doesn't look like it's doing very well. Our back yard is mostly black clay about 1 f... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Coconut in a husk from Round Rock TX January 26, 2011 Looking for a coconut in its complete husk ? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Pruning of non-native abelias in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX January 24, 2011 I have some old established Abelias that are leggy at the bottom. Can I cut them back, and if so, how far and best time to do so? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Transplanting non-native sago palms in Gonzales, TX January 24, 2011 How to harvest Sago palm pups. I have 2 very old sago palms and they have loads of new starts (pups) coming off of the plant. I want to cut some pups and start some new plants without harming the pare... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Landscaping for property in Oaxaca Mexico January 17, 2011 I don't know if you can help me with this. I am building a house in Oaxaca Mexico, and I want to use native plants in the landscape. We are on the coast where it stays warm all the time. Do you kn... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Needs Help with Peonies January 14, 2011 With the clay soil in North Texas (Frisco) which variety of peony would thrive and become a reliable bloomer? I do work on amending the soil with expanded shell and compost, but ultimately, we still h... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Pruning of non-native nectarine tree from Lakeway TX December 16, 2010 Could you describe when and how a nectarine tree should be pruned? Or, give us a resource for such information? Also, when and what type of treatment/pesticide (?) should one use on it in the Austi... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Root cuttings for non-native, poisonous oleander from Mobile AL December 16, 2010 I need help with best method to root cuttings from my oleander tree. Please advise best method. Thanks View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Looking for an apple tree to plant in Austin, TX. December 08, 2010 I want to plant an apple tree in my yard that bears fruit and will provide habitat and shade. Are any varieties that will do well in the South Austin area? And do I have to plant two trees to get fru... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Locating non-native rue in Ft. Pierce, FL December 04, 2010 I am trying to find the herb rue in Ft. Pierce FL. Can any one refer me to a herb store that sells the plant? I've looked everywhere. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Care for non-native Spathiphyllum from Floral Park, NY December 03, 2010 I have a medium to large size friendship lily indoor plant that was once magnificent when first purchased it. I lost plenty of lush green leaves to brown spots. The health has improved( I moved locat... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Selective herbicide for non-native bermudagrass from Venice FL December 02, 2010 Is there a selective herbicide that can be used for grasses like Floratam and Bermuda along with various weeds that will not damage Wedelia? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Eliminating non-native Asian Jasmine in Austin December 02, 2010 I have a large bed in front of the house full of jasmine that was planted by the builder 25 years ago. What suggestions do you have to eliminate it and prepare the bed to plant native flowers and pl... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native Japanese maple in San Antonio November 28, 2010 I want to plant a Shaina Japanese maple in San Antonio, how do I plant it? I want to plant it near the house near the front door. The tree will be blocked by the house so it does not get too much af... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Browning of non-native Plectranthus in Dallas November 28, 2010 I live in Dallas and planted 'Mona Lavender' which is now brown and limp after overnight temps in the low 30's. Is it dead or will it come back? Do I need to cover these plants during the winter m... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Comparison of native and non-native bulbs from Fayetteville NC November 28, 2010 I am just a gardener seeking natives. As I could not find Crinum americanum bulbs/plants specifically, I checked further online. Here's an excerpt of what I found from the Louisiana Native Plant Soci... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Replacement for non-native Sago palms in Austin November 28, 2010 We have two pillars, one on each side of our front door. There is a sago palm in front of each pillar. It is a dramatic and beautiful look, but the palms, facing north and in shade, are growing so tha... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Information about non-native tung tree November 20, 2010 Dear Mr. Smarty Plants, I have a tree growing in my yard in North Austin which I can't identify. I have been told it is a 'tong' or 'tung' tree but can't find it in any reference books. It is de... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Care for non-native cat palm November 18, 2010 Purchased 3 new cataractarum palms-3ft. high for indoors--how can I know when to water or how often?? I am from Canada & in Naples Florida for 6 months--I am a novice to these plants View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Problems with non-native privet in Austin November 15, 2010 My 2 privet shrubs/bushes facing the east in a shady area seem to be have less leaves and dead flowers, while across a walk way that 1 privet shrub/bush has lots of green leaves with lots of dying flo... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Mulberry sap in the bloodstream from Kansas City November 13, 2010 What affect does mulberry sap have if put in contact with the blood stream? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Competition for sun between non-native loquat and Carolina laurel cherry in San Antonio October 27, 2010 I have planted 2 Prunus caroliniana (Carolina laurelcherry)along my north side fence. I just learned my neighbor has planted a Loquat tree on the other side of the north facing fence. He told me that... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Mulching Spring Bulbs in Upstate NY October 25, 2010 Just planted tulip bulbs for Spring. The Parks Department then put 4 inches of mulch on top. Will the tulips be able to get through and bloom come Spring? Is mulch a good winterizer for them? Indoor c... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Magnolia and non-native weeping willow competing in Annapolis October 19, 2010 We planted a sweetbay magnolia next to a Weeping Willow in our yard and did not anticipate the willow would grow so quickly and into the magnolia. We have had the magnolia now for 3 years, and it is c... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Care for non-native tropical Hibiscus rosa sinensis in Clinton Township MI October 18, 2010 Do I have to bring a painted lady hibiscus tree in for the winter? We planted it in the ground and it did great this summer, but I do not know if we have to put it in a pot and bring it in for the wi... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native begonias not blooming in Round Rock, TX October 13, 2010 My angel wing begonias won't bloom. I feed them with fish emulsion. What is the problem? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Need advice on Angel Wing Begonia in Round Rock, Texas October 13, 2010 My Angel Wing Begonia seem hardy and healthy; I keep them in bright, indirect light and feed them periodically with diluted fish emulsion. I keep them dry as opposed to moist. But they don't bloom. ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Propagation of non-native Jerusalem Sage from Marble Falls, TX October 11, 2010 What is the best way to propagate Jerusalem Sage? I've located a plant and I want to get some going. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Will the non-native tamarind tree survive in Austin? October 11, 2010 We live in the Texas Hill Country and we were given a Tamarind Tree as a gift (which the givers thought was a Pride of Barbados). Is it advisable to plant this in the ground, since it is sensitive to... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Why won't my Jacaranda flower in Oviedo, FL? October 06, 2010 I have a Jacaranda tree that is 12 years old and and nearly 30 feet tall. It is a beautiful healthy tree that has never produced flowers. How can I get my tree to bloom? Thank you View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Invasive, non-native Cherokee rose in Elgin TX September 24, 2010 We have property in Elgin, TX in Bastrop county which has the red sandydirt-loam. The original owners from the 30's, must have liked the Cherokee rose. The problem is that it is planted around our ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native invasive Asian jasmine in greenbelt in Austin September 22, 2010 How can I convince the people that live next to me to control their Asian jasmine? We have a small greenbelt owned by the City behind our houses and they have let it grow until it is ruining the gree... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Tecoma stans problems in Santa Monica CA September 20, 2010 I just purchased a mature 6ft tall potted Tecoma Stance Vine (Honeysuckle), It is placed in an area where it gets at least 3 to 4 hours morning/early afternoon sun and then a shaded sun for the rest o... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native upside down tomatoes in Edmonton AB September 19, 2010 Due to early frost, I have brought my upside down tomato plant into the house & have hung it in the basement. What type of grow lamp can I use? I just have the overhead light & standard lamps at my di... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Dying branches on non-native buddleias in Horseshoe Bend TX September 19, 2010 Our Black Knight buddleias are developing branches that die. The leaves just turn brown and the whole branch dies then another and finally the whole plant dies. Do you know what could be causing this... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Wintering of non- native jasmine in Newton KS September 18, 2010 Hi Mr. Smarty Plants, I received a gorgeous jasmine for mothers day and I planted it in my front yard in the flower area close to the house. Can I keep it there all winter or do I need to dig it up a... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| What is the correct genus name for Fringe flower in North Myrtle Beach, SC? September 14, 2010 Is it Laura Pedlum or lorapetalum? I saw this shrub last week, and finally found a picture of it. The search engine listed about three different names for it! So what is the correct name, and does i... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native Meyer lemon not bearing fruit in Austin September 13, 2010 I have had a meyer lemon for 9 years and it has never produced fruit. What do I do? It has beautiful leaves and thorns but no fruit. Thank you, Mr. Smarty Plants View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Planting non-native peach seed from Archdale NC September 13, 2010 Planting and watering peach seeds. Can you give advice for my 12 year old who has recently planted some peach seeds in our yard in Archdale NC? Is the fall okay for planting? Watering instructions? I... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Legal to kill non-native invasive fig ivy in Carmichael CA September 05, 2010 Is it legal to spray round-up on invasive fig ivy from my neighbor's yard? Will we be responsible for killing his plant? He refuses to install a barrier between us or discuss a remedy. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| What about Asian Jasmine and scrub oaks? September 01, 2010 Dear Mr. Smarty Plants, I have several clusters of native scrub oaks in my yard. I planted Asian jasmine under them many years ago. The trees look fine, but an arborist has told me that the Asian ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native tomato plant in Austin August 30, 2010 I have an upside-down tomato plant, started on July 4. For several weeks there have been 7 green tomatoes, with no further growth or ripening,despite daily watering. Am I doing something wrong? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Evergreen non-native herbs for Bastrop TX August 26, 2010 I'm looking for evergreen herbs for Bastrop Texas. I planted an herb garden in the spring of 2009, but mostly all of them died in the winter. Rosemary, Tarragon and Sage made it. thank you! View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Care of non-native Sorbaria sorbifolia (false spiraea) August 24, 2010 I have 2 Sorbaria sorbifolia (false spiraea) that will not flower. This is their third summer. What should I do? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Willow woes in Philadelphia, NY August 22, 2010 I have a 2 yr old willow; it is August and it looks like the tree has gone dormant, is this normal? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Transplanting non-native yellow lantana in Emerald Isle, NC August 22, 2010 We live in Emerald Isle, NC. Can we transplant yellow lantana? It is not really a perennial but appears to be one at the coast. If so, when do you transplant? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Seeds for India from Guilderland NY August 15, 2010 I have Green Cross “Non Profitable” trust in TamilNadu India. We are looking for free seeds from Government and other NGO foundations. Moto: Global Vowing awareness program and our volunteers help ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Leaves on non-native Chinese pistashe tree yellowing in San Antonio TX August 11, 2010 My chinese pistashe tree leaves are turning yellow. The tree is about 25 years old. the last time it did this I applied some iron granules into the ground around it. However I have forgotten how mu... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native Coconut palms and Christmas palms in Merritt Island, FL August 10, 2010 Last winter the coconut and Christmas Palms all suffered. I have coconuts to plant, but can't get them to put forth a sprout, and eventually grow into a tree. I have put some in the ground half-way.... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Bark splitting on non-native Royal Poinciana in tree in Merritt Island FL August 10, 2010 Information on splitting bark along the branches like an overstuffed sausage: A royal Poinciana tree, about 5 years old. The upper branches are doing this, although I'm afraid little splits or tear... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Transplanting non-native mimosas in Braintree MA August 10, 2010 I want to transplant some baby mimosa trees. Have tried in past and they just die. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is non-native Japanese Blueberry tree fruit poisonous to cats and dogs from Houston August 09, 2010 Are Japanese Blueberry Tree fruit poisonous? I have dogs and cats and I was concerned if they ate them. I also live in the Houston, TX area. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native chocolate mimosa in Levittown NY August 09, 2010 I purchased about 2 ft chocolate mimosa tree in early June of this year from a local nursery located in Nassau County, New York. It was doing in our Long Island soil just fine for over a month, I woul... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native Japanese maple seedling in Rotterdam NY August 09, 2010 In the first couple days of August, I discovered a baby Japanese Maple growing against the wall of my storage shed, a short distance from a neighbor's full grown Japanese Maple. I transplanted this 5... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Need some help with a Plumbago plant in Mission, TX. August 06, 2010 Hello..I live in south South Texas and have a plumbago. It gets about 4 to 5 hours of direct sun and lately some of the branches and leaves turn bright green almost yellow. Am I over watering or is ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Problems with non-native Maytens tree in Saratoga, CA August 05, 2010 Dear Mr. Smarty Plants, My friend's Mayten tree (green spray)leaves are yellowing and we don't know if it is under-watered (surrounded by grass and fed with a time sprinkler for 20 min. maybe 2 or ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Will non-native gazania bloom in winter? August 03, 2010 Dear Mr. Smarty Plants, I am quite familiar with Gazania and l-o-v-e it as a summer plant. My question is: while I know it may/will survive the winters here, will it actually be blooming during the ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native lavendar to repel scorpions in Austin August 02, 2010 We are having a problem with scorpions in our home. A lot of them. I have heard that lavender around the doorways and windowsills will keep them out. Is this true? If so..what form? Certain species, l... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Why are our Euphorbia myrsinites plants dying in Soquel, CA? August 02, 2010 Some of our Euphorbia myrsinites die in our garden for reasons we cannot understand. Do you have any explanation or suggest area we should be looking for? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native strawberry tree dying in Mt. View CA August 01, 2010 My strawberry tree has brown leaves and is dying, what can I do? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Japanese lilac trees in Lehi UT July 31, 2010 Dear Mr. Smarty Pants, We live in Utah and this past spring planted three Japanese Lilac Trees in the lawn next to the deck hoping they would one day provide some shade. They are planted in full sun ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Proper deadheading of non-natives Arabian Jasmine and Crape myrtle from Las Vegas July 23, 2010 Advise please on proper deadheading of Arabian Jasmine, and of Crape Myrtle. They are both blooming great but I want to know once the petals fall should I deadhead and will it help them to bloom agai... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Suckers on non-native crape myrtle in Bay Point CA July 22, 2010 How can I stop suckers on a Crepe Myrtle tree? I have bought sucker stopper in the past, but find it hard to locate now. Is there something else I can spray or paint on the base of the tree to stop ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native hybrid willows dropping leaves in Downey CA July 22, 2010 I have 1 year old Hybrid Willows that are strong and 12 feet tall, with many branches. All of a sudden they are dropping their leaves in July. I got them for fast growing shade, now the branches are ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Failure to bloom of lantanas in San Antonio July 22, 2010 Mr. Smarty Plants, We have lantanas in our front yard. This summer the leaves have turned white and they die to a brown color all the while the leaves are "crispy". At the beginning of the season... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Pollination of non-native cucumber plants in Austin July 15, 2010 I have 3 cucumber plants that are in planter boxes hanging from my wrought iron fence and they use it as a trellis. All 3 plants are producing only female flowers. No male. None of them have produc... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native bermudagrass dying under non-native globe willow in Granbury TX July 14, 2010 We have a beautiful globe willow in our back yard with bermuda grass. All the grass is thinning out or dying under the tree. What can we do, is there another glass we could use that blends well with... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Fertilizer for non-native Althea in West Monroe LA July 12, 2010 What type of fertilizer is best for Althea Bushes View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-native herbs being burned by pool chlorine in St. Petersburg, FL July 11, 2010 My herb garden is next to my swimming pool, which is serviced by a company using chlorine. I have found that on the two unsuccessful attempt to establish my herb garden, the herbs burn off after the p... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plants to replace hydrangeas in a wet area in New York July 09, 2010 Dear Smarty, Two years ago I planted 4 Endless Summer Hydrangas in front of the front porch of my summer cottage on Saratoga Lake. The first year they struggled the second they are limp. Can you give... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
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