Garden & Landscape - July 2007

I presently have several lotus plants growing in 20-gal. tubs of water in my backyard. Last year, I carted all eight of them into my unheated garage for the winter months here in Michigan. Unfortunately, we had a cold snap that lasted about 3 weeks and all of the lotus plants froze to death--except two. It's not feasible to heat the interior of our attached garage, nor run 100-W heaters in all eight tubs of water. So this winter, I plan to bring the lotus plants that will not fit in the bottom of my small pond into our heated sunroom that's just off of the kitchen. My question is, will the lotuses remain in a hibernation state during this long time period indoors at a 68-70 degree temperature or do they even need to go into hibernation? Lotus plants in the Philippines or Thailand, for example, don't go into a hibernation phase...or do they?

2007-07-13 02:56:18 · 2 answers · asked by HoneyBunny 7

I live in Otsego County in New york State. We just moved into a new home and this plant is growing out front. It had died back entirely this winter. It is about 3 1/2 ft tall. Large simple leaves.Smoothed waved edge. The stems are a reddish color and are very thick. White pointed compound flowers. Shaped similar to a lilac but a lot smaller. Only about 2 inches long or so. The main branches and shoots on the flower are red/pink in color and at the very end of each shoot there is a single white flower with 5 petals and a very large green center that is rounded. I have pictures available. email me at Trinity_1121@yahoo.com.

2007-07-13 02:56:09 · 2 answers · asked by Jessica H 1

I have two tall trees in my yard that need to be trimmed down considerably. One tree is a lot taller and bigger than the other. Both trees have broke lately in storms that we have had and need to be trimmed down away from the house. I can't spenda lot of money on them but need to get it done. Any suggestions? Thank you!

2007-07-13 02:55:19 · 3 answers · asked by Sweet Pea 3

I want the classic-shaped rose(not the flower-looking kind).What breeds would be good for those colors and my climate?

2007-07-13 02:08:53 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've just come back from the shop with a four pack. It won't stop it raining but I'll feel better. The missus has hidden the rope, which I have noosed. Next year we are starting to go abroad again. Shame as Britain is so beautiful.

2007-07-13 00:00:53 · 4 answers · asked by Gabby Hayes 2

2007-07-12 23:19:04 · 10 answers · asked by Obi-dog 1

In this hemisphere it is usually 'prune in June'.... theres no new growth yet on any of the plants so it should be ok shouldn't it ??

2007-07-12 21:43:17 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

The water just runs off.

2007-07-12 21:07:26 · 4 answers · asked by Percy Shower 3

A friend gave me 2 of these things. I do not know what they are and neither does she.. She bought some bell pepper plants and apparently some of these plants were mixed in also. Please someone identify these things. Photos enclosed in links.

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2007-07-12 19:42:25 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I bought one a few months ago, it's growing in a strange direction, i heard you are suppose to prune in the fall, I'm not sure. Please help, I really dont want a ugly tree in my yard!!!

2007-07-12 18:35:30 · 2 answers · asked by tanya c 4

My fragrant viburnum, which is a tree-form is suckering around the base. Is there any way to stop this so the tree gets all the energy and not the suckers?

2007-07-12 17:40:57 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have some powdered miracle grow that you mix with water. I have had it for many years, can this stuff go bad or can I still use it?

2007-07-12 16:37:07 · 3 answers · asked by princessdf77 2

I just found to big ones in the middle of my little deck with virtually no trail behind them. I keep a small deck garden, but I never thought I'd see this!

2007-07-12 16:27:56 · 2 answers · asked by Acrylic_ender 1

2007-07-12 16:26:20 · 10 answers · asked by Desidamundo 1

Is there something it needs to flower?

2007-07-12 16:05:05 · 3 answers · asked by symccain 1

I have a smaller area (4' x 10') filled with ground ivy and other weed. Obviously, there's just tiny amount of grass there, if any. I plan to kill it now with a weed killer and spread the grass seed over it in September -Zone 4 (raking the area, using new sod). My question is : I want to avoid renting the machine to remove the area. Can I just put a thin layer of soil over dead weed area and seed it with grass. Would that work?

2007-07-12 15:45:42 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just bought lots of lime stones to landscape my front yard ..i placed them on the ground and made 2 rows on top of eachother ,
however now they move backwards and they somewhat all uneven ...what is the best way to level them so they stay straight and dont tip over backwards ...

2007-07-12 15:15:44 · 3 answers · asked by ilwacw 2

Who could i call and ask for a quote on making a lake/pond on my ranch property?? Lanscapers?? Garden Stores?? Thanks

2007-07-12 14:32:06 · 3 answers · asked by V V 1

I've got a Staghorn / Sumac whichever you wish to call it, growing in my backgarden which I've nurtured since it was a baby shrub. However,this summer, I've noticed little black spots on the main leaves of the tree. They've not really affected the health of the tree, but it doesn't look particularly nice.
Is this any sort of virus at all?

2007-07-12 13:56:15 · 3 answers · asked by x_Little_Miss_Kitty_x 1

when growing into my garden and it looked like changed colors and how long it will grow and when it will be ready to be pulled it off.

2007-07-12 13:55:52 · 4 answers · asked by vienissadove 1

i just addead a 300 gallon pond and i need some help. I need to know the important things i need to maintain a healthy clear pond for fish and turtles. Links will be helpful so i can order the stuff. thx

2007-07-12 12:57:24 · 2 answers · asked by Germ 1

2007-07-12 12:27:29 · 4 answers · asked by italiannawlins 1

I just bought a Majesty Palm about three weeks ago. I have replanted it into a large container with good soil in it and watered it and fertilized it as most "care" websites call for. The instructions all of the info websites call for are: bright light, water and fertilizer. I live in New Hampshire, and I intend on keeping the palm indoors during the winter (I have a big house)
but right now, the conditions in my yard are perfect for this palm (full sun, 80-90 degrees) and lots of water.


Yet, for some reason, the tips of the leaves are beginning to yellow and the leaves look like they are "tired" they are hanging down and aren't as "perky" as when I bought it.

I am not sure what's going on, it seems to be fine, but then it is not as "fresh" as it used to be.

2007-07-12 12:05:21 · 2 answers · asked by rockability 1

I just purchased a "Good Luck Plant" (the twisted bamboo look-alike plant) for my office and I don't know how to care for it.

I have read conflicting instructions online on whether I should transfer it into a pot with potting soil. And whether I should use fertilizer, or if I should only water it with filtered water, etc. Will I need to trim it as it grows? Will it grow? Do I need to leave the gold twistie tie on it? Can I replace the twistie tie with something more aesthetic? If I do put it into potting soil (currently it is in a small vase filled with rocks and standing water), how often should I water it? Does it need direct sunlight, or just indirect natural light?

I think it would be bad karma for a good luck plant to die on me. And I really like this one because it has some fake orchids winding in with it and it looks very pretty.

I am trying to adhere my office decor to feng shui standards.

2007-07-12 11:33:59 · 1 answers · asked by nephthys76 5

when receiving a bouquet before putting them in a vase of water??

2007-07-12 11:23:49 · 20 answers · asked by Sugar_Flip 1

On a tree, in the ground?

2007-07-12 10:57:09 · 5 answers · asked by Holly 3

2007-07-12 09:53:27 · 8 answers · asked by KatH 1

2007-07-12 09:45:09 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a stone patio and wondered if there's a better way to fill the gaps than with your typical sand fill

2007-07-12 09:44:15 · 3 answers · asked by akorpanda 2

2007-07-12 09:31:40 · 5 answers · asked by dom 1