February 4th, 2012
Q: Is it time to apply weed and feed to my lawn?
A: If weed control is your primary concern then yes. The only issue is fertilizing your lawn too early, apply during March for best overall results. As an alternative, applying a herbicide, we recommend Atrizine, is a great way to control sprouting weeds without fertilizing too early.
September 26th, 2011
Q: When is the best time to plant cilantro. I haven’t been very successful. I planted it this past summer – it turned yellow and quickly went to seeding.
Thanks
A:Cilantro is best planted in the fall as it doesn’t like our summer heat. Plant it in a well drained bed with full sun. Around May June prune heavily and freeze for use in summer salsas. Plants and Seed are available now.
September 16th, 2011
Q: I have been applying an oil spray for tea scale but the tea scale are still infesting my camelias. I applied 10 days apart when the temps were cooler in the morning. They are very young shrubs and no taller than 18″ or so. Just planted last year.
Is there a granule for these pests that I can water in that will help in addition to the oil spray? If so, what time of year is best? Wait until spring to try again with the oil?
A: There is a granular Merit product by GreenLight called ”Safari.” We recommend a liquid form of Merit (Tree and Shrub Systemic Drench). Merit products work best as prevention, not curing. This product can be applied now, but is best applied in spring before new growth. Continue the use of the oil spray and remember you are only killing insects that come in direct contact with the product. Thorough coverage with an oil spray is essential, this means not only the top of the leaves but the bottom as well.
June 27th, 2011
Q: Hi,
I just need to know how do i keep my hydrangeas pink in color? They were blue in color now they are all green!!!!!???????? Any more suggestions??
Thanks again,
G
A: The green color you’re experiencing quite often indicates a transition in pH. Hydrangeas need a higher pH in order to produce a pink flower. Adding lime to the soil will bring your pH up. You will see the results during next year’s bloom.
June 7th, 2011
Q: Where are our Hummingbirds? I had seen some a while back but haven’t seen any in a couple weeks now. Does the dry weather have anything to do with it?
A: It is not unusual for hummingbird activity to slow down this time of year. They are in the middle of nesting season and the female hummingbirds do not stray far from the nest. Most of the birds you will see right now are males. Leave your feeders out but don’t put a lot in them so it doesn’t spoil. The next spike in hummingbird activity will be during the fall migration which usually starts in late July and peaks at the end of August into early September. Don’t forget the winter hummers will be arriving then.
May 21st, 2011
What is this pepper? When they first form they are dark green to black but then turn red. They are also extremely hot.
Thanks
Donnie M.
A: It looks like one of the Thai Peppers but I am unsure which one, as there are many.
May 7th, 2011
Q: My squash are rotting on the vine. Is this an indication of blossom end rot?
A: Yes, it is possible that it is blossom end rot. This would occur on a more mature fruit. If that is the case, spray with calcium chloride. However, your problem may be lack of pollination due to the lack of honey bees. Here is a short video describing how to pollinate your squash yourself.
March 29th, 2011
My satsuma has new growth and flowers. When should I spray with Spinosad? I don’t want to harm the bees.
-Claudia
To avoid killing bees on your citrus trees, make sure that the you do not have any open flowers. No flowers means no Bees.
March 29th, 2011
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March 18th, 2011
Make sure you check your Citrus Trees for White Flies. We have seen the first evidence of white flies this year. Two symptoms to look out for: Blackening of the leaves or white specks under the leaves. Try shaking your trees, if you notice white falling from the trees you very well may have white flies. We recommend Permethrin or a Bifenthrin product for white flies.
