Garden & Landscape - March 2007

i have a bare dirt back yard im going to throw seed down this week , what else should i throw down with the seed,, any advise is greally appreciated,, i aslo plant new trees 2 flowering pear trees and also 2 japanese maples ,, how offen should i water them ,,

2007-03-26 04:33:49 · 7 answers · asked by dalmi343 1

2007-03-26 04:32:04 · 6 answers · asked by mr wrong 1

What perenniels grow best in clay? Also flowering shrubs. New house and need to do lots of lanscaping.

2007-03-26 04:22:42 · 5 answers · asked by Miss Mouse 6

2007-03-26 04:18:43 · 11 answers · asked by Montana 2

2007-03-26 03:57:23 · 5 answers · asked by Brian S 2

I have a climbing yellow rose bush, I believe it was called "Golden Showers", that I have had for almost 4 years. Last year it got blackspot. It is starting to fill in again with leaves & it looks like the spots are gone. All the leaves seem to be free of any blemishes. How do I prevent it from coming back again before it starts. According to the USDA map I live in Zone 6.

2007-03-26 03:56:07 · 3 answers · asked by mindy m 2

The back portion of my yard is all weeds. I dont want to plant grass, as its too expensive to water all the area with city water. Whats a really good home made weed killer that will get rid of these pains in the ***. Thanks

2007-03-26 03:55:57 · 3 answers · asked by gloriar59 2

I am a new homeowner and now a new gardener. My garden faces south but a neighbor has a HUGE tree which shades my yard...so i need some flowers/plants that will blossom in the shade. thanks!

I live in Easton,Pennsylvania...about an hour away from Philadelphia.

2007-03-26 03:55:12 · 6 answers · asked by Malia B 1

We bought a house 2 years ago and much to my delight there are about 100 amaryllis' in the front flower bed. They seem to be pretty thick though, is there a proper way to thin them out maybe transplant some to the back yard or give as gifts? I had no idea that there were such a "hot garden item" until a neighbor came by frantic b/c i was removing weeds and she thought i was pulling up the amaryllis... Also, is there a "seed" that I could take from the existing plants to cultivate new ones?? Thanks

2007-03-26 03:44:30 · 2 answers · asked by Rachel G 2

Why do apples grow on trees?

2007-03-26 03:30:55 · 7 answers · asked by Caitlyn<3 3

I am a first time gardener, and I'm really excited about starting my first real garden. I have a small (20x40 feet approx.) piece of land to cultivate, but I've never even used a tiller. I'm hoping someone can take me step-by-step as to what I need to do, from tilling to harvest. It's a big question, but I would really appreciate some good advice from an experienced gardener! I plan to grow mostly vegetables like onions, cucumbers, peppers, and some tomatoes and watermelons. Thank you in advance to all who answer! I'm on Spring Break, and I hope to get everything in order this week. Have a great one!

2007-03-26 03:21:05 · 4 answers · asked by Frogess 2

The tree will be two years old this year. About 1/2 the way up the trunk, below the branches which have always been there, I am seeing "green shoots" appearing. If left, do these become lower branches, or should they be removed?

2007-03-26 03:18:00 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-26 03:07:32 · 3 answers · asked by liz 2

I used a mini, heated greenhouse with spaghnum moss pellets to germinate my seeds. After a few days, I took off the dome and found they had sprouted, but look more like Cress ! There are long (over 4"), thin, whispy stands with a little bud on each end. In the instructions, it says to wait until you have 2-4 leaves, then transplant outdoors when the weather is warm enough. I've left the dome off and put them by the window for sunlight, but don't know if it's worth planting them, as they look sick. Can I cut them down in size and hope the stems thicken, then wait for leaves ? Thanks for any advice.

2007-03-26 03:06:01 · 2 answers · asked by blessington121 1

2007-03-26 02:36:37 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I bought an exotic fern for my home, but I have no idea how to care for it so i don't kill it. Can someone help? Serious people please!

2007-03-26 02:32:41 · 5 answers · asked by christina 2

In spring and summer there are so many mosquitoes outside that i prefer not to be outside at all.... what to do?

2007-03-26 02:28:53 · 3 answers · asked by georgina 6

2007-03-26 02:18:53 · 3 answers · asked by daisy01127 1

I found this "sludge" around the base of a new tree in my yard. It surrounded the trunk like a donut, about 1 1/2 -2 inches high and about 1 inch thick. Thick and jello like in substance. Very gross. Any clues as to what it is and how to treat it. I really want to save the tree.

2007-03-26 02:13:40 · 4 answers · asked by costanzacapozzo 1

I forgot what it is called. My husband always seems to mulch the roses too much, covering even the first few branches. I suspect that it is bad for them and they need to "breathe" a bit. What is the right way to do it?

2007-03-26 01:49:16 · 4 answers · asked by Zelda Hunter 7

2007-03-26 01:28:49 · 6 answers · asked by Lisa Chew 1

I`m planting 3 diffrent types of potatoes in the garden this year, Pontiac Reds, Yukon Golds and Swedish Fingerling, and live in zone 3. Do I have to plant them on Good Friday or is that just an old wives tale?

2007-03-26 01:15:34 · 3 answers · asked by the_grummpy_diva 3

I have wasps all over. My kids love playing outside and I wonder if there is something I can use to keep them away ?Because I have looked for nests and havent found any. My neighbor has a huge pine tree right on the edge of my back yard are they coming from there?Any suggestions would help.

2007-03-26 01:03:48 · 4 answers · asked by grni77 1

I need some lights to start vegetable plants, and also to grow Orchids indoors. I have tried Florescent, but I cannot get grow bulbs in 8' lengths. Would Metal Halide be the best choice? Also is there any danger of the metal halide bulbs exploding after they get old? What about high pressure metal halide, are these better than regular metal halide?

2007-03-26 00:44:08 · 2 answers · asked by tom c 2

2007-03-26 00:37:49 · 6 answers · asked by nathan b 1

2007-03-26 00:17:56 · 6 answers · asked by tite42 1

I mean like what is their whole point to living?
do they do any good for the world?
do tell......

2007-03-25 21:23:53 · 5 answers · asked by lady_luv 2

I had purchased a few new bare root rose bushes but they have broken their dormancy and are growing like crazy. They were sold with their roots packed in a 12" X 4" plastic bag. I live in zone 6 and I think it's still too early to plant them outside especially since they are growing. Right now I am keeping them in my basement. Do you think that they will be ok left like this until planting time in at least another month or more? Or would it be best to plant them in pots and let them grow all that they want until planting time? And can bare root roses be planted in a pot without causing any unnecessary harm to the plant? Thanks for all the help!!! :)

2007-03-25 19:34:41 · 3 answers · asked by Valkyrie 6

I am wanting to transplant a deciduous hedge from my familys home to mine. I have read alot of articles saying I shouldn't transplant now (end of march) in zone 5. The hedge has buds on it, but no leaves yet. What is the best way to prepare the ground in order to get good results?Or do I have no chance? I hear to much composte or watering can kill it.

2007-03-25 18:44:57 · 2 answers · asked by lornee80 1

They particularly like my avocado and lemon trees.

2007-03-25 18:36:19 · 3 answers · asked by knitrino 1