June 10, 2010

Reader Questions:

four o'clocksQ: What is the best method to remove four o'clocks? Is there a spray I can use? Tim M.

hostasQ: Can you identify what is causing the damage to my hostas? Could slugs have caused the damage? Tom R.


bird feedersQ: Two of my bird feeders have been destroyed. Could it be a deer? Dwight B.




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Garden Knowledge:

Lawn - False Advertisements

lawnThe advertisements are colorful and seductive: "Lush green lawn guaranteed!", "Miracle sod!", "Even grows in impossible spots!". Click here to find out if there is any truth to the claims.

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Garden Calendar

Walter's To Do List for June
Control slugs, remove guy wires, mulch vegetables, ...more  
 

Ask an Arborist

Mysterious Limb Death

ask arboristMary in Sandy Springs writes: I purchased a sugar maple in January. When it started to leaf, the left side seemed to do okay but the right side as you can see is not doing well. In fact, one major limb is completely dead. What would cause a tree to die in this manner? Can it be saved? ....find out

by Theresa Schrum
Sponsored by: Bartlett Tree Experts


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Cool Plant

Rocket Larkspur (Delphinium ajacis)

cool plant Reseeding annual from Europe. If you have ever experienced delphinium disappointment from perennial delphiniums that don't thrive in Georgia, you will be happy to know that you can achieve practically the same look with a reliably performing annual. Tall stalks of blue, lavender, or white flowers are produced in the summer. Learn more...

by Theresa Schrum

Garden Events:

Hydrangea Society Tour - Jun 12

20 Ways to Use Zucchini - Jun 16

Funky Garden Art Show - Jun 19




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