Here are some tips to follow to prevent damping-off, a fungal disease that often attacks young seedlings in containers. Read Article
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Determining Fall Planting Dates
Fall can be a great time to plant trees, shrubs and perennials, but you must plant early enough to let them settle in. Here’s a tip on knowing when to do your fall planting. Read Article
Transplanting Oriental Poppies
Oriental poppies (Papaver orientale) can be tricky to transplant because of their long tap root, but it can be done, and late summer is the best time. Here are some tips on transplanting oriental poppies. Read Article
Choosing Plants for a Hedge
Keep these points in mind when choosing plants for a hedge. Read Article
Easy Fruit Harvest
Milton Ammel is an e-news reader with lots of fruit trees. Here’s his tip for safely, easily harvesting the fruit growing at the top of the tree. Read Article
Q&A: Controlling Staghorn Sumac
Question: Is there a safe, easy way to control staghorn sumac (Rhus typhina) without totally destroying it? I want to keep its seedlings out of my lawn and garden, but I don’t want to remove the mature trees because I … Read Article
Q&A: Rain Barrels
Question: What can you tell me about rain barrels? I want to set one up but my wife is afraid it will become a breeding ground for mosquitos. Answer: Typically a rain barrel is set up to catch the water … Read Article
Q&A: Blossom-End Rot
Question: I think my tomatoes have blossom-end rot. There is a dark spot on the bottom of the tomato. What should I do? What other plants get blossom-end rot? Answer: Blossom-end rot is a disease that strikes tomatoes, peppers and … Read Article
Tip of the Week: Pruning Hydrangea for Fullness
With all types of hydrangea, it pays dividends to build a strong bushy plant before you worry about flowers. The first few years after being planted are the most important for pruning hydrangea, because it builds the foundation for years … Read Article