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Shrubs	Fast-growing shrub or tree to block dust from dirt road March 15, 2009 I live on a dirt road in Northeast Kansas. Could you recommend a fast growing, low maintenance shrub/bush or small tree that will form a barrier to block the dust from the dirt road? It will be plante... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Texas Mountain Laurel in Florida March 13, 2009 Hi Mr. Smarty, This is more a comment than a question about Barbara Medford's (Estero, FL) question of whether you can grow Texas Mountain Laurel in Ft. Myers, FL. About 4 yrs. ago, I purchased a ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	At what age should a Mountain Laurel bloom? March 13, 2009 At what age should a Texas Mountain Laurel bloom? I saw your response about feeding and about how high nitrogen fertilizers can diminish blooms but is there anything that will help, eg. "super bloom... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Native plants for backyard in Michigan March 12, 2009 I am an inexperienced gardener but would love to know the best plants/bushes to plant in my backyard. I would love floral and fragrant. I am in Southwest Michigan, near New Buffalo and since this is... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Xeriscapes Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Low-maintenance native plants for Arizona March 12, 2009 Will you please suggest some Native plants that can be left without care for the summer and survive - other than cactus? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Compost and Mulch Privacy Screening Shrubs	Native plants for screen in Colleyville TX March 12, 2009 My soil is pure sand that goes down as far as I can dig. I am needing native plants to use as a screen, that grow to be 6-10 ft. tall. Also, since my plantings dry out so quickly, would it be helpfu... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Small shrub to plant in Austin Texas March 11, 2009 Hi.. I live in Southwest Austin and I am looking for a shrub that I can plant against the back of my house, which faces the north. I want something native, fairly low maintenance and not too large,... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Pruning Shrubs	Trimming a rock rose in Richardson TX March 11, 2009 I have a Rock Rose (Pavonia lasiopetala)in my garden. I cannot find any information on how to trim or whether I should trim this plant. If so when? Mine is pretty much growing all over the place and... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Compost and Mulch Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Native plants for flower beds in Aledo, TX March 10, 2009 I have 2 beds that together run the length of the house foundation (25' each), we have 2 spots I would like to plant a Yaupon (Pride of Houston) in each spot approximately 2' from the foundation;is ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Need help identifying shrub with large thorns in Tennessee. March 10, 2009 A shrub?with very large thorns. Main stock of plant woody with a gray and white splotchy bark at base. Branches are green and shiney and have very large heavy thorns spaced several inches apart on... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Roses or other flowering plants for Coleman, Texas March 10, 2009 I want to plant native roses at a country home in Coleman Co., southern exposure, with well water, drip system,but ,hot, dry & windy! I know the Mutabilis does well in Austin, but, is it suitable for... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Penalty for picking Kalmia latifolia in Pennsylvania March 08, 2009 What if any is the penalty for picking the Mountain Laurel wild flower in Pennsylvania when it is in bloom? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Can Calycanthus floridus survive in South Dakota? March 06, 2009 Calycanthus in South Dakota? I've recently purchased some seeds for a calycanthus plant (floridus I think). I'm going to start them indoors but am wondering if this can survive a South Dakota winter... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Shrubs	Roots of Savannah Holly close to house February 26, 2009 I live in Sugar Land and want to plant Savannah Holly at the ends of both sides of the front flowerbed. Are the roots too dangerous to plant so close to the house? (How far from the house should they... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Poisonous Plants Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Cake decorations with flowers February 25, 2009 Can I decorate a cake with bluebonnets, lavender or mountain laurel blooms? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Native roses and other flowering shrubs for Lufkin, Texas February 23, 2009 I would like to know some native blooming shrubs, and roses for my area. I have found that all of the old native plants have a greater success rate. I would like to find a white shrub rose for plant... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Grasses or Grass-like Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Low cost landscaping in Federicksburg VA February 22, 2009 Hello, I live in Fredericksburg Va and I rent a townhome with a small yard. My back yard is almost completely mud and my front yard has a hideous square shrub. So my question is do you have any plant ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Grasses or Grass-like Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Flowering native plants for Bastrop, TX February 20, 2009 What type of flowering plants, trees,and bushes will grow in Bastrop, Texas? I see lots of things around, please help, have never done before. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Book on blueberry bushes in Tennessee February 18, 2009 I'm looking for a book titled "Planting blueberry bushes in Tennessee" by an author I can't remember the name of. Have you heard of this book an do you know where one could find a copy? The autho... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Privacy Screening Shrubs	Hedge plant for Maui. February 17, 2009 Question: I live in Pukalani, Maui, Hawaii and would like to put a "living fence" around my yard for some privacy. Ideally, I want something that is going to grow fast and about 8+ feet tall for a h... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Evergreen, flowering hedge shrub for GA. February 12, 2009 Hi, there! I am looking for a shrub for planting as a hedge in Decatur, GA. I have hard acidic clay and I would like an evergreen flowering shrub to line the edges of my backyard to separate it from... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shade Tolerant Shrubs	Plants for a condo garden in Decatur GA February 12, 2009 I recently moved into a condo in Decatur (just outside Atlanta). I am now working on the back yard - just a patio and dirt right now. It is a small space and is shaded much of the day but does get s... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Native shrub to replace non-native azaleas. February 10, 2009 I want to replace my two dozen azaleas this spring (I think they're unattractive once the flowers fall off). I like the multiseason characteristics of weigela (midnight wine, W&R), but want to go nat... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Small shrubs for roof garden in Washington DC February 01, 2009 I am looking for a hardy evergreen shrub for a roof garden in DC. Needs to be 3-4 feet tall, evergreen, dense, survive the extreme wind, cold and heat. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Shrubs	Native shrubs to replace non-native boxwood in Parker County, TX January 31, 2009 I'm looking to replace some Japanese Boxwoods my wife planted years ago with some native plants, they run along the front of our house next to the foundation and porch about 60' in length. I prefer ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Water Gardens Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Plants for under a fountain splash line in California January 29, 2009 What plants should we plant under our fountain's splash line in our Mediterranean style courtyard? The area will get wet from the fountain's splashing and have "full" sun. We are on a rock ridge... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Grasses or Grass-like Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Drought-resistant plants for Paradise, California January 23, 2009 We are moving to a new home in Paradise, CA. What drought resistant plants do well in Paradise ? Thank you !! View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Herbs/Forbs Shrubs Trees	Floristic Quality Assessment program in Texas? January 19, 2009 Do you have knowledge of a Floristic Quality Assessment program for Texas such as the ones used in Indiana and Illinois? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Evergreen shrubs for blocking car noise in Austin January 18, 2009 I live on Bee Caves road and was wondering what is the best tree/shrub I could use to block noise from cars? I've seen evergreen mentioned, is this the right one to plant? Also, if there are existing... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Pollinators Shrubs	Do female possumhaws require male to bloom? January 02, 2009 Do female possumhaws require a male nearby to bloom? I've read that about yaupon hollies, but not possumhaws specifically. Thanks. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Planting Shrubs Trees	Plants for winter installation in Houston January 01, 2009 What plants can you plant in the winter, Houston, Texas? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Soils Shrubs	Further information on soil pH for growing blueberries December 31, 2008 Thank you for your reponse to my question / comment. You were exactly right about soil pH. Here is what Clemson University Extension has to say about growing blueberries in North and South Carolina.... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Narrow, evergreen shrub for privacy December 28, 2008 I live in San Antonio and my backyard is all driveway except for a 2-3' space in front of a 6 ft chain fence. I'd like to find an evergreen narrow shrub for privacy. Would Nandina be a good choice?... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Native shrubs for privacy hedge in Lockhart, TX December 21, 2008 I will be retiring from the US Army to Lockhart, Texas in March. We have a small house with a 6' security fence. I have always been an advocate of Hedges for security, sound dampening and wildlife ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Lantanas with brown leaves December 18, 2008 I have several lantana plants here in Austin, TX. They did extremely well all summer long up until our first freeze. It looks like they have all died. Are they just dormant or are they dead? Their lea... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Epiphytic or halophytic trees and shrubs December 10, 2008 Hello I was searching on this issue, but couldn't find what I really want, and I would be great full for your assistance. Please could you help me to find the scientific name for the "Trees" or... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Planting Soils Grasses or Grass-like Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Native flower bed with part sun December 05, 2008 I have recently put in three small flower beds and replaced the hard clay with decent dirt. The site is shaded in the AM but mostly sun in the PM. I would like to plant natives - what can you recommen... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Pests Shrubs	Small white bugs on indoor hibiscus in Ohio November 25, 2008 My Hibiscus has small white bugs on the leaves with small white residue. Looks like very small pieces of white rice. This white rice is also covering the UNOPENED buds and making them fall off. It ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Cacti and Succulents Shrubs	Is a Texas Mountain Laurel too messy for swimming pool area? November 24, 2008 Our landscaper has recommended a Texas Mountain Laurel to plant beside our swimming pool. We recently removed Cherry Laurels from the same location because of the mess they made in the pool (especiall... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Rare or Endangered Plants Propagation Transplants Shrubs	How to plant a gooseberry bush November 22, 2008 Please, if somebody can help, I need to know how to plant the gooseberry bush. Thanks, View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Native grasses and shrubs for Houston project November 21, 2008 I am working on a project in Houston. As part of the sustainable approach of the project, I would like to plant native / adaptive, non-invasive grasses and shrubs. It is key that they use little wat... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Evergreen native shrubs for hedge in Austin November 20, 2008 Please help! Looking for an inexpensive, fast growing shrub or tree to plant along 200' fence in our backyard. Lots of sun (southwest side) but I wouldn't call it dry. Hoping for something that k... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Pruning Privacy Screening Shrubs	Hedge of native Purple Sage in Austin November 20, 2008 Hi, I would like to plant a dense hedge of Purple Sage that will hopefully grow from 6-8 ' tall and about 4' wide. I purchased the Silverado Sage Leucophyllum frutescens 'Berstar Dwarf' variety.... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Container Gardens Shade Tolerant Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Small area native plant gardening for an apartment November 14, 2008 Mr.Smarty, We live in an apartment and are fortunate to have a small area, 5'x5', and so want color! Here in Houston the winters don't freeze much and the summers are HOT. Luckily, we are in the ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Diseases and Disorders Shrubs	Pale leaves and brown tips on Tecoma stans in Austin November 12, 2008 I have a Tecoma Stans planted in a large galvanized container in a sunny spot. It has grown very fast in the last few months and flowers regularly, but the leaves are pale and the tips are turning bro... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Compost and Mulch Shade Tolerant Shrubs	Necessary sun exposure for Eves Necklace November 12, 2008 How little sun can the tree Eve's Necklace receive and still be happy and healthy? I have an intended spot that gets about 3, maybe 4 hours, some of that will be hot afternoon sun in the summer. Th... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Container Gardens Shrubs	Indoor lantana tree dropping leaves November 06, 2008 I purchased a lantana tree,a lantana hybrid that is only tolerant to 32 degrees. We are zone 5 so I brought it indoors and it only gets the morning sun, and 85%of the leaves have fallen off. The leav... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Deer Resistant Shrubs	Deer eating creosote bushes (Larrea tridentata) November 04, 2008 We have Creosote Bushes (Larrea tridentata) that grow wild on out 10 acres. The deer eat those plants all year 'round. Probably more in the dry times of the year. Just wanted to let you know that t... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	List of Central Texas native shrubs October 28, 2008 Need to find a list of Central Texas native shrubs. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Planting Watering Shrubs	Repotting of lemon cypress for drainage October 26, 2008 Hi, I bought a lemon cypress tree in a nice tin, It is in Plastic and the bottom has about 1.5" of water with no drainage in the plastic or tin. It will be kept inside. Does the plant need to be in... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Planting Transplants Shrubs	Transplanting native flame leaf sumac in Eden, TX October 26, 2008 We have tried without success to transplant a flame leaf sumac from the ranch to the house. What are we doing wrong? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Soils Transplants Shrubs	Transplanting Tecoma stans in Texas October 26, 2008 I have a pair of Tecoma stans planted too near the house. They're in shade most of the day. The branches that can reach a little sun are blooming nicely. Would they survive being transplanted fart... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Identification of wild shrub in Michigan October 22, 2008 I have what appears to be a wild shrub that I want to identify. It has green foliage and is bush-like. It is about 10' tall. This fall I noticed light red berries and thorns..after cutting it down... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Pruning Shrubs	Pruning of Burning Bush in Missouri October 15, 2008 I live in MO and am pretty sure I have burning bushes on either side of my deck. My question is that they are huge and overgrown but I feel if I cut them lower and shape the sides up I will be left w... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Privacy Screening Shrubs	Native plants for a barrier hedge October 13, 2008 Is there a native hedge I can plant to provide privacy? I have hostile neighbors behind me and would rather plant a hedge than put up a fence. I looked through the Virginia native species and didn'... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Pollinators Pests Erosion Control Shrubs	Landscaping for slope in Kansas City October 08, 2008 We have a down sloping back yard and patio on the lower area. We need some water absorbing plants near the foundation and some in the front of the house, where water isn't a problem. We are allergic ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Pruning Shrubs	Preservation of a Lantana Tree in New York October 05, 2008 I have a Lantana Tree that grew beautiful over the summer, now Winter is coming and I don't know what to do with this tree, I live in Monroe, New York. Could you please help me out. Thank you. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Pruning Shrubs	Freeze-back of Hamelia patens in winter in Texas October 03, 2008 Will the hamelia patens freeze back in the winter ? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Toxic trees and shrubs in Pennsylvania September 30, 2008 I have a long property edge that I have been gradually transforming from a former cattle pasture into a hedgerow of native trees and shrubs. Cattle still graze on the other side. Are there any toxic... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Planting Pruning Transplants Shrubs	Survival of native yaupon in The Woodlands, TX after hurricane September 25, 2008 One of my large native yaupons trees (8ft) fell away from a group during the hurricane. I have uprighted and tied it off for stability. Now the leaves are all brown and falling. Is the tree dead or... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Trees and shrubs that are not poisonous to horses September 23, 2008 What non poisonous trees or shrubs or hedges would work for being near horses? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Propagation Seeds and Seeding Shrubs	Failure of Viburnum dentatum to produce berries in Maryland September 20, 2008 I planted several Viburnum dentatum shrubs in a hedgerow for my yard. Although I have some other viburnums in the yard, this shrub blooms profusely but does not ever produce berries. What can I do t... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Compost and Mulch Transplants Shrubs Trees	Living fence of native plants for Ojai, CA September 20, 2008 I would like to build a "green fence" about 10-15 feet tall. I live in Ojai, CA where we have VERY hot summers and it goes below freezing every winter. The soil does not seem to drain well..it is e... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Soils Watering Shrubs	Failure to thrive of Hamelia patens in Laredo September 19, 2008 I have a question regarding Hamelias patens(firebush)that I have been trying to grow for 2 years. I live in Laredo, Texas and this area should be an excellent climate for this plant. I planted 12 of t... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Planting shrubs on a rocky slope September 13, 2008 I need to plant a rocky slope, facing south and west, to cut down erosion. Other than creating terraces, are there tricks for securing individual shrubs or trees to a slope when planting? What plant... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Invasive Plants Groundcovers Shrubs	How to combat weeds growing in mulch September 12, 2008 Trying to decide on either ground cover plants, or some type of gravel. We have a new house where the builder has planted small shrubs in the full sun flower bed next to house. The bed has mulch at th... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Shrubs	Failure to thrive of Actaea simplex in Washington State September 07, 2008 I have a Actaea simplex 'Hillside Black Beauty' that I planted in mid August 2007 in a partial, almost full shade spot. This year it came back , but the foliage is brown with dark and light green a... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Butterfly Gardens Shrubs	Information on Betonyleaf thoroughwort September 04, 2008 I purchased Conoclinium betonicifolium (Betonyleaf thoroughwort) at the spring 2008 LBJ WC plant sale. I've not been able to find much information on the plant in the typical places, including the... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Compost and Mulch Planting Soils Shrubs	Landscaping help for Gilmer, TX September 01, 2008 We have just moved to the beautiful hot state of Texas from warm California and we need some help! Our roses are dying, we have a patch about 25ft. by 3ft. that gets the rain run off like a little str... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Shrubs	Problems on mock orange plant in England August 20, 2008 I have a small mock orange plant that is about 3 years old. It is currently in a 12 inch plant pot in full sun. It bloomed beautifully this year but the leaves on both the new and old growth are start... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Evergreen shrubs as dust barrier in Georgia August 20, 2008 Mr. Smarty Plants, I live on a dirt road in West Central Georgia. Could you recommend a fast growing, low maintenance evergreen shrub or small tree (that will not harm my horses or goats) that will fo... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Compost and Mulch Diseases and Disorders Shrubs	Failure to bloom of non-native Althea in Oklahoma August 17, 2008 I have 2 Althea bushes that will not bloom. For the past 2 years, they become covered in buds, which eventually yellow, but never open. The buds are fully developed. This year the branches have starte... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Compost and Mulch Transplants Privacy Screening Shrubs	Privacy plantings in Texas August 16, 2008 Our home currently has a 4' chain fence. We are a family of 7 with younger aged children and are looking for more privacy. In lieu of a replacement fence, what would you recommend planting to provi... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Shade Tolerant Shrubs Trees	Japanese maple in New York August 15, 2008 I have a few questions: Do you know what zone Brooklyn, NY. is in? If I plant a Japanese Maple in my backyard, do you think it can tolerate almost full shade (1-2 hours of sun per day)? Also, is it... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Planting Soils Transplants Shade Tolerant Shrubs	Stress in potted Tif blueberry plants August 15, 2008 Recently purchased Tif Blue Blueberry plants (about 3 ft tall)are showing signs of stress. They are in 10 gallon pots. Should they be transplanted? Medium? Fertilizer? Location? Trimming? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Shrub to hide chain link fence August 12, 2008 Mr. Smarty Plants, Please recommend a tall, thick shrub to conceal the 6 foot chain link fence around the perimeter of our property. The fence is located down a hill from our home with western exposur... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Best of Smarty Pests Shrubs	How to keep persimmons from staining patio August 10, 2008 We have approximately 4 female persimmons bearing fruit around our back patio. Birds are carrying the berries to our patio and eating them which leaves a dark stain on our patio. I'm having to go o... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Diseases and Disorders Propagation Watering Shrubs	Hollies not retaining leaves in Tulsa August 10, 2008 I have Little Red Hollies that have lost their leaves, some areas being bald. They are also not full - you can see through them. These were planted in this condition Spring of '08 and have been wat... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Identification of shrub with thorns August 07, 2008 I have a plant in my garden that I need to identify. It is a tall shrub (approx. 10 feet) that has very large thorns on its green branches. It is now showing small white flowers. I don't know if i... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Diseases and Disorders Pests Shrubs	Failure to thrive of Lantanas August 06, 2008 Here at work we have 4 beautiful yellow Santanas(should I say had), the leaves have started to turn brown and no longer blooming. Appears to have a fungus or disease. Please help! View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Planting Shrubs	Lilac bush roots dangerous to house foundations August 06, 2008 Are lilac bushes dangerous to the foundation of a house? There is a lovely white-blooming lilac that grows against the house outside my bedroom window. My ex-husband said that the roots would destro... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Invasive Plants Non-Natives Pruning Shrubs	Pruning of Grape Kool Aid Plant in California August 03, 2008 I have a Grape Kool Aid plant and was told it would grow to 6 or 7 feet tall, but it is well over that and I need to know if I can prune it and if so how? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Pruning Shrubs	Failure to bloom of Tecoma stans in Austin August 02, 2008 We Planted a Yellow Esperanza shrub 2 years ago that was blooming when we purchased it. It bloomed very little last year and not at all this year. It looks very healthy and each year gets about 10 f... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Pruning Shrubs	Pruning and deadheading rosa rugosa while blooming August 01, 2008 Can you prune the dead flowers and branches of rosa rogosa while it is still blooming? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Planting Shrubs	Will desert rose (Rosa stellata) survive in south Florida July 30, 2008 I have a mature desert rose and I wanted to plant it in the ground. I live in southwest Florida.I want to know will it survive and should I wait to plant it next year? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Poisonous Plants Grasses or Grass-like Shrubs	Hardy plants for a narrow yard in Illinois July 28, 2008 I have an area in my yard that is approx 35 feet by 5 feet that is shaded on the east by a 4 ft fence and on the west by the house and above by trees. It slopes off to the neighbors yard (so doesn't ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Poisonous Plants Shrubs	Getting rid of wild plums (Prunus angustifolia) July 28, 2008 When I bought my land, there was a humongous thicket of wild plums (Prunus angustifolia) approx 10 ft high and covering 5-10 acres. I raise goats, and have known that wild plums (the leaves) can cause... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Pruning Shrubs	Eradication of mahonia repens July 27, 2008 What is the best way to kill and/or remove mahonia repens? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Small evergreen plants in Rhode Island July 27, 2008 Please name a few small flowering evergreen plants. Thanks. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Shrubs	Natural barrier for sheep in England July 26, 2008 Hi I am trying to find a plant that sheep will not eat to use as a natural barrier to keep sheep out of my R/C model flying clubs flying field.It will have to be a couple of feet tall and be a long li... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Soils Edible Plants Shrubs	Failure of highbush blueberry plant to produce in New Hampshire July 25, 2008 One of my highbush blueberry plants completely stopped producing. What can I do to revive it? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Florida shrub with tiny green pumpkin-like fruit July 23, 2008 I live in Central Florida and have a fast-growing shrub with long stems. The leaves are similar to sassafras and from a distance the red flowers resemble those of a geranium. It has pods that look l... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Compost and Mulch Planting Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Removal of previously-planted perennials July 23, 2008 HI I JUST MOVED INTO A NEW HOUSE THIS YEAR THE PREVIOUS OWNERS PLANTED A LOT OF BEAUTIFUL PERENNIALS BUT I WANTED TO PLANT OVER ONE OF THE PERENNIALS THAT I REALLY DO NOT CARE FOR. IS THAT POSSIBLE? I... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Compost and Mulch Transplants Shrubs	Death of Tecoma stans after heavy rain July 21, 2008 I had two esperanza plants. They have been planted for about four months, this spring. They were blooming and growing. We had six inches of rain in five days and they began to wilt - and then they d... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Privacy Screening Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Plants to hide utility boxes July 16, 2008 What are suggestions for plants to plant around utilities boxes (3 of them clustered together) to effectively camouflage them but be attractive. We will outline a larger area in brick, plant evergree... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Shrubs	Planting shrubs and flowers under pine trees in New York July 15, 2008 We just started to plant flowers and the whole back side of our yard is pine trees. I was wondering what types of flowers can be planted under them, and what kind of plants or shrubs can be planted un... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Erosion Control Grasses or Grass-like Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Evergreen native plants for slope in South Carolina July 14, 2008 We would like to plant an evergreen garden in our backyard, which is on a slope. It receives the sun from approx 9-4. We have an above ground pool, and patio area. Would also like a recommendation of ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Non-Natives Planting Shrubs	Pruning blue potato tree (Lycianthus rantonnei) July 14, 2008 I wrote earlier about a blue potato tree(Lycianthus rantonnei) the top appears dead but if you break a branch it is still green, what would happen to it if I cut all the branches forming at the bottom... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Grasses or Grass-like Herbs/Forbs Shrubs	Native plants that are dog-proof in South Texas July 13, 2008 I live in Odem, Texas and would like to use only native plants in my front and backyard. I have two puppies who love to dig. What plants should I use that require minimal attention from me and will no... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
Edible Plants Shrubs	How to care for blueberries in Oregon July 11, 2008 New to oregon and to blueberry bushes - can you tell me the proper way to care for them - location-sandy, Oregon and unsure of which type of blueberry they are thank you View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer
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