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  • Crapemyrtle – Floppy in Summer

    Q: I have two floppy crepe myrtles, one more floppy …

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    Q: My rhododendrons are three free tall and full of …

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    Q: My friend has had a Norfolk pine for 32 …

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    Q: I’ve heard about the difficulties growing peaches but decided …

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    Q: I have read your recommendation of Knock Out®  rose …

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    Q: I had a sugar maple planted about 9 to …

  • Chaste Tree (Vitex) – Pruning

    Q: Last year my husband I planted a chaste tree. …

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    Q: The ‘Bloodgood’ maple in my front yard is visually …

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    Q: When do you cut back the leaves of calla …

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    Q: In general, is it best to cut down perennial …

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    Past years have produced bumper crops of figs for home …

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