Garden & Landscape - June 2007

2007-06-17 13:26:01 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Currently I am growing a crop of various types of weeds and a few patches of crunchy, dry grass. I live in Florida, so my soil is very sandy and I am only allowed to water once per week (very heavy afternoon thunderstorms are not uncommon, but we get some pretty serious dry spells, too). Also, I have a jacaranda and a kumquat tree , which not only shade half the yard, leaving the rest to fry in the sun, but they drop all kinds of plant matter all over the yard.

Basically, I am looking for a hardy grass that will withstand sun or shade, will be tolerate either not very much water, or lots of water that drains quickly, and doesn't really mind being dumped on by the trees. Also, the fewer chemicals it requires to thrive, the better. Any suggestions? Does this even exist? If it does, should I plant seeds or buy plugs? I am new to the suburbs, so I have no idea what to do here...help??

2007-06-17 13:21:53 · 1 answers · asked by a.kam 2

I live in northern California, I already have one in my yard and I want to put in a new one to replace some plants that I want to take out . If possible I would like to do it this summer.

2007-06-17 13:14:08 · 3 answers · asked by Kevin L 1

2007-06-17 12:15:35 · 7 answers · asked by Jim J 1

We are currently sorting our garden out (recently moved in) and we have come across rhubarb and have tried without success to get rid of it. We are anxious to get rid of this as we want to lay turf over it. I have heard it is very difficult to get rid of. Has anyone had any success at getting rid of this once and for all?

2007-06-17 11:42:24 · 11 answers · asked by lilyjay07 1

I ordered several bare root trees from a mail order company and when I recd them most were broken. I planted them anyway and though I haven't seen any sign of life from most of them. I have 2 that seem to be growing from the base of the tree or the roots. Are these trees going to grow normal even though the central stem is broken? I do well with plants but with trees I am a greenhorn. By the way, 2 are fruit trees and the others are shade trees. Thanks for any help

2007-06-17 11:39:55 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm trying to grow tomatoes and strawberries right now and I was wondering if I can use my miracle grow for tomatoes on my strawberries as well? It says its specially formulated for tomatoes and vegetables. But strawberries aren't vegetables. Any suggestions will be helpful.

2007-06-17 11:25:36 · 6 answers · asked by michi804 1

open or close??

2007-06-17 10:40:59 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

is there any official site available

2007-06-17 09:26:45 · 2 answers · asked by so so 1

Last night was my prom night and I was wondering if there was any way to preserve my boutonniere (it's a rose to be specific). It's already beginning to wilt. Anyone have any advice?

2007-06-17 09:19:03 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was just a lil curious of what kinda of flowers everyone likes. I LOVE roses...they are my all time favorite type of flower...especially lavender roses..they are so beautiful
anyway..i just wanted ot see how many answers i would get... and what other flowers every one likes..

Again just curious
LOL
Thanks all

2007-06-17 09:16:35 · 24 answers · asked by Ms. Mystery 4

2007-06-17 07:16:43 · 3 answers · asked by pete 2

a) whats the right fertilizer
b)when does it make berries
c) how much do i water it

2007-06-17 05:49:06 · 4 answers · asked by Nest Freemark 1

i always find animals eating my plant. Is there something i can do for them to stop

2007-06-17 05:24:53 · 9 answers · asked by Chi-town4life 1

I'm in the process of growing shallots, for sale to restaurants and possibly grocery stores. How should I go about planting & harvesting so that I have a steady stream of shallots to sell?

My concern is that I'll have a large quantity of shallots to sell all at once, but won't be able to supply them to the restaurants on a continuous basis over time.

Its a small operation I have, but it is in warmer region, so the growing season is pretty long.

I guess the logical choice is to just plant several crops over the year, but I wanted to see if anyone has any advice or suggestions.

Thank you.

2007-06-17 05:21:52 · 3 answers · asked by 2007_Shelby_GT500 7

2007-06-17 05:05:58 · 4 answers · asked by judy g 1

but no flowers.

2007-06-17 04:55:01 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I planted yellow and red bell peppers a couple of months ago and I am now harvesting tons of nice healthy fresh green peppers but none of them are turning red or yellow. Any ideas why?

2007-06-17 04:41:46 · 6 answers · asked by Concerned Citizen 3

They turn whitish yellow, then they shrivel up and die...Help

2007-06-17 04:41:45 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am making plans for a near future herbal garden. If mainly I do healing (a wide range), what plants (at least 5 - 15 at most) do you recommend I grow?
I live in Texas, and they would be grown outside. Thank you in advance!

2007-06-17 04:31:58 · 3 answers · asked by UrNightmare 2

2007-06-17 04:28:23 · 7 answers · asked by <3 3

It is getting plenty of water, and it gets direct sunlight.

2007-06-17 04:03:39 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I, like some, hate gardening. However the only reason why i dont like it, is that im not too keen on bees/wasps. If im cutting the grass and a bee is about, i jump or run around like a mad man. How do i overcome this? I know bees dont attack unless provoked but, i know its stupid etc. Help!

2007-06-17 03:47:44 · 6 answers · asked by geeboy 1

I have an old Ryobi Gas Trimmer with the expand it attachments (edger). It is about 7 years old and time to buy a new one. I have been looking at Home Depot and am thinking about buying a new Ryobi Gas trimmer. It has the expand it capability. Do you know if my attachments will work with the newer versions or have the sizes changed? Thanks!

2007-06-17 03:10:58 · 1 answers · asked by Tammy H 1

It looks like like the markings of a Lady bug (red with black spots), but it is a fat wormy thing. Yuck. If I know what it is, I may be able to get rid of it.

Thanks

2007-06-17 02:51:44 · 7 answers · asked by lauralenacpht 2

A friend said they would cross breed and to move one of them to the other side of the garden. Is this true?

2007-06-17 02:26:33 · 3 answers · asked by chickem 4

One of my rose bushes pretty much has no leaves left. What ever is eating it is eating like circles and half circles out of the leaves. I dont want my bush to die what can I do? I have roses on the other side of my porch that nothing is touching. Any tips or ideas on this. I live in Michigan if that helps at all.

2007-06-17 02:20:53 · 10 answers · asked by pj7232 1

2007-06-17 01:51:30 · 7 answers · asked by john_mcf2001 2

Yesterday I was talking to a friend while he was mowing his lawn. All of a sudden he lifted the back wheels way off the ground, I guess to let some cut grass fall down, while the mower was still going!

Seems very dangerous to me, what do you think?

2007-06-17 01:46:50 · 2 answers · asked by Lazyrus 2

2007-06-16 19:03:39 · 3 answers · asked by christ_loves_you_dearly_as_ever 2