Fertilizing – Vigilant Application And Care
Q: On radio you had a conversation with a gentleman about using 24-8-12 fertilizer on his lawn. Rather than lugging heavy bags of fertilizer, I buy bulk boxes of Miracle-Gro and put it in the hose attachment that
Roses – Winter Protection Protocol
Q: I am growing roses in pots on a raised deck. What is the recommended winter protection for a container grown rose? A: The safest thing to do is to move them into an unheated garage or basement. If this is imp
Fescue – When Can It Be Applied
Q: What is the latest in the fall one could put down fescue sod? A: You can install fescue sod any time the ground isn't frozen and supplies are available, typically September through April. If the soil has
Q: I am thinking about surrendering in the battle for privet control along my fence. It's an ugly chain-link thing that I would love to hide. But I’m concerned about birds eating privet berries and spreadin
Q: I have a lotus plant in a large pot filled with water. What should I do now that winter is coming? A: Most folks just wait until frost nips the leaves and then clip the stems a couple of inches above the water
Sassafras – New Disease To Watch Out For
Q: On your radio show I heard a gentleman mention a new sassafras tree disease. I am a big fan of sassafras and don’t want mine to die. A: The problem is laurel wilt disease and it is spread by one of the several
Q: I need information on the Empire zoysia sod I had installed this summer. I am particularly interested in how to fertilize and protect from disease. A: Zoysiagrass is an excellent lawn grass if maintained corre
Q: I have a tulip magnolia that's gotten too big. Can I cut it back to about five feet tall like I do with my crape myrtle? A: Tulip magnolia blooms on branch tips produced the previous year. That means tha
Compost – Encounters With Roaches!
Q: I've been composting for ten years. I've tolerated tiny spiders, worms, and bugs of other types without a problem. However, last week when I went out to turn the pile there were giant flying roache
Fungus – Appearing In The Driveway
Q: My neighbor has earthstar fungus pushing up her driveway asphalt. Is there any to get rid of it? A: Like other mushrooms, earthstar fungi are saprophytic. This means they decompose organic matter in the soil u
Seniors – College Classes For Retired Seniors
Q: I am into natural landscaping and the “enviro-realignment” of my acreage but I need more in-depth horticultural training. I’ve heard that the University of Georgia provides low-cost courses for retired people.
Crapemyrtle – Planting From Seeds
Q: I’ve seen an online ad for crape myrtle seeds. What is the success rate when planting them? A: There's no problem with planting the crapemyrtle seeds but you won't be able to know what color you ha
Q: I want to plant thirteen cryptomeria for privacy and a sound barrier. I was told this time of year is best for water usage. A: This is a great time to plant all shrubs and trees! Just remember that extra water
Q: A few months back I heard you say that no trees have root systems exceeding eighteen inches in depth. I have heard opposing information that says that our big hardwoods have root systems measured in meters, no
Stepping Stones – Good Distance Placement
Q: I am constructing a twenty foot walkway using sixteen-inch square stepping stones. How far apart should the stones be placed? A: A good spacing is twenty four inches between centers. This will fit most folks&#
Q: You might think I am crazy but I am planning on planting kudzu from seed for erosion control. I have a vacation home in Mexico with a very steep hillside that causes many erosion problems. A: Having seen the d
Vegetable Gardening – On Septic Drainfield
Q: What is your recommendation for growing vegetables over a septic leach field? A: Although we commonly fertilize gardens with animal manure, the potential for vegetables to come in contact with human waste make
Q: Our corn will soon be silking. How do I keep keep earworms out? A: Earworm caterpillars come from eggs laid by a moth at the first appearance of corn silks. Some gardeners try to physically exclude them by pla
Moles – Castor Oil As Repellent?
Q: I want to try castor oil on my fescue lawn to evict my little mole friends. Will this harm my grass or shrubs? A: There should be no distress to plants but I don’t think castor oil will repel moles either. I’v
Shrubbery – Substitute For Schip Laurel
Q: I have decided that Schip laurel shrubbery would fit in perfectly with my house but haven't been able to locate any after calling nurseries in my area. A: Schip laurel is an excellent foundation shrub. I
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