Garden & Landscape - August 2007

I've planted a watermelon seed, not expecting much from it, but soon it spread out and a large watermelon is on it. I've noticed it believe it or not. When is the best time to pick it anyway? There's another one, a small one, round with a black tip. I hope nothings wrong with it.
My biggest question is the leaves. They're being eaten by bugs and are turning brown. Spraying them with insectiside won't hurt watermelon plants will it? thanks

2007-08-23 15:55:36 · 3 answers · asked by Blackwolf 1

It has been there about 30 years; over old black plastic type stuff. I want to clear the gravel and plant a path, around stepping stones. This goes from the front yard to the back gate.

Can anyone recommend the best way to clear this gravel, tools to use, etc. I am 66 and in good health, but cannot afford to hire a laborer to do this for me. Thank you for your help.

2007-08-23 14:17:27 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

What is the correct way to collect seeds from an already bloomed sunflower?
I scraped many seeds off of a few flowers and layed them out to dry. I left many other flowers alone just in case I wasn't doing it right.

2007-08-23 13:57:56 · 3 answers · asked by deanna 2

My home in Plano, TX faces south. I have a large area to work with and would like to have a cheap and low maintenance front (flowerbeds). I would like to do mainly shrubs and perennials. Heat and drought tolerant also very important.

2007-08-23 13:55:54 · 3 answers · asked by Alex 1

I went to Lowes the other day and saw a pitcher plant. Does anyone have any suggests on buying it or not? Can someone give me some facts or something about them?

2007-08-23 13:45:29 · 3 answers · asked by Hill Topper 5

I have a very small landscaping pond that we purchased at Home Depot quite a few years ago. I have around 20 frogs that we have been enjoying. I was taking a closer look into the water today and noticed very small (I mean VERY small) black bugs (?) that looked like tiny worms wiggling through the water. Quite a few were feeding on a dead frog. The pond is loaded with them. They are only as big as around 1/10 centimeter thick and maybe ½ to 1 centimeter long. I also noticed the pond looked like it had a lot of sand scattered in the bottom, but upon closer examination it was tiny bugs that looked like sand, clinging to the sides and scooting around the bottom. My husband said the black bugs cannot be tadpoles, they are much too small. I haven’t done anything with the pond this year since it is right next to our deck and we have been working on the deck. I have no plants in the pond. Can anyone tell me what these may be? I live in Michigan.

2007-08-23 13:43:33 · 6 answers · asked by snowmanluvr 2

2007-08-23 13:29:40 · 4 answers · asked by Bob 3

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2007-08-23 12:51:43 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Sounds like it may be an insect, but what kind?

2007-08-23 12:41:44 · 6 answers · asked by Jeff F 1

My boyfriend send me a gorgeous potted orchid - but there were no care instructions, so I need some advice please.

2007-08-23 12:41:25 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Looking for flowers that come in white and/or red, also greenery to use

2007-08-23 11:49:14 · 17 answers · asked by christylove7471 2

I live in Florida. The neighbour has a live oak tree. My garden is full of shoots. Are they coming from the roots or seeds? The ground is full of roots. I have tried weedkiller but they just sprout again. Any suggestions about how to get rid of them or what to plant in the area. I gave up trying to dig the roots out. This garden has been negected for years, so I am trying to get it into shape.

2007-08-23 11:40:09 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I applied SUPERthrive to my Venus fly-trap and then the traps began to curl and now the traps wont even close when the trigger hairs are stimulated.

The leaves are young so it isnt because they have closed too much. I already understand that each leaf has a limit in closing.

2007-08-23 11:35:17 · 5 answers · asked by Blax 3

Can anyone point me to a website(s) where I can buy faux mini poinsettia plants in pots? I need a little over 100 of them....Thank you!!

2007-08-23 11:33:46 · 2 answers · asked by Melanie K 3

I want to buy one for my mom's birthday. But it isn't until November. Can this plant be bought all year around? Or is it hard to find in November? (as that's not really the time people usually buy plans for the yards). And is there anything specific I should know before buying one? I've heard they prefer sun and moist soil. Is that correct?

2007-08-23 11:30:13 · 3 answers · asked by A. M 3

how much water to feed the rose bush before winter and when should i stop watering if so when i live south dakota between Bismark nd and Peirre sd.

2007-08-23 10:47:26 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm wondering what kind of plant this is. The nut it came from looked very similar to an acorn so I'm assuming it is a kind of tree. Now I just noticed today that the some of the little buds on it are flowering. Thanks in advance for all answers. Here I have some pictures of it:

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2007-08-23 10:18:38 · 10 answers · asked by crazy_'bout_sports 1

looking for small(dwarf) flowering shrubs suitable for western pennsylvania, some for spring bloom and some for summer into fall bloom. Would like to have color in landscape area thruout the nice season. also smaller colorful perrenials also for color donot want ones that grow more than 18 inches.

2007-08-23 10:03:03 · 3 answers · asked by happy hungarian 1

I'm looking at perenials. Ones that are easy to grow and plant. Is tulip good?

2007-08-23 10:00:41 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

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2007-08-23 09:53:31 · 6 answers · asked by Matt S. 2

he used to work for the parks service and knows how - did it for years says he needs 500 or so in equipt the rest his cousin has is this too much would it be cheaper to have an insured professional do it it is in front yard no power lines far enough from house, icestorms here in iowa broke all the lower branches for several layers up and it s now diseased from the open wounds

2007-08-23 09:30:16 · 7 answers · asked by mommy to be of 3 3

My neighbor cut all his iris leaves as soon as the flowers stopped blooming. I always thought you were supposed to leave them to get nourishment from the sun. At some point you're supposed to cut them, but when is that?

2007-08-23 09:15:15 · 7 answers · asked by BrooklynInMyBones 3

If you have an answer your welcome to post it.. I would really appreciate it if you get me a website or a legal document stating that that is the correct answer. This is for my homework assignment and I really need this A!

2007-08-23 08:45:57 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-23 08:23:48 · 7 answers · asked by sigtris 2

Need this before Sept. 24th For a Homework Assignment.. Will you please post the website you found the answer on. Thanks~

2007-08-23 08:07:36 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-23 07:42:32 · 5 answers · asked by Donna L 1

2007-08-23 07:32:30 · 6 answers · asked by Lucy 1

The greenery has turned yellow and brown, and doesn't look lovely at all. So, I'm wondering if I should just cut it off and wait for next year?

2007-08-23 07:27:55 · 2 answers · asked by Andrea M 2

there is a smell of cannabis in a garden close by, but police have searched and cannot find cannabis.

2007-08-23 07:24:50 · 12 answers · asked by Mel 1

I live by a railroad and have a very rocky soil. There are always rocks falling from these trains and it is hard to mow. I would like a shrub or flowers that will take full sun and dry conditions. I there is a small slope from the tracks. Any help would be appreciated.

2007-08-23 07:11:31 · 6 answers · asked by andrea j 1