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Ornamental Pear Fallout

April 8, 2019

Q: I’ve attached pictures of the only tree we have on our property. Because it is our only tree, I am deeply concerned with the…

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Early spring pruning will tame this hydrangea

March 1, 2019

Overgrown panicle hydrangea Photo Credit: T.B., Morgan County Q: I have a hydrangea that is overgrown. It’s falling over and is too tall and wide. I…

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Timing of hydrangea pruning varies by species

February 4, 2019

Q: Attached is a photo of our current hydrangea plant in front of our house. Should I cut it back now or leave it alone…

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Pretty ground cover? Probably a weed

January 7, 2019

Q: I’m having an argument with my wife about a plant in our yard, and we hope you can help arbitrate. I’ve sent a photo…

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High winds can be tough on trees

November 30, 2018

Q. Can you tell me what kind of tree this is? They were planted near our community lake 25 years ago. K.M., Indianapolis A. This…

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Gardeners worn down; clearweed may be culprit

November 6, 2018

Q: I have had a garden on our property for about 14 years. Naturally, we’ve always had to deal with weeds, but until last year they…

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Pussy willow shrubs can thrive in well-drained soil

October 2, 2018

Q: I am writing about a pussy willow tree I planted in my backyard in early August 2018. I have wanted one for some time…

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In the Grow Question and Answer – Blue spruce not a great choice for Hoosiers

September 4, 2018

Q: We have 5.5 acres with several hundred white pines, 7 blue spruce, and 2 red pines. Several of the blue spruce are dying. Several…

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Gaping wounds likely a woodpecker’s work

August 7, 2018

  Q. I saw these holes in my tree and am wondering what they are from. This tree is the only one I have seen…

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In The Grow Question and Answer — Eastern Red Cedars Volunteer Way Too Often

July 6, 2018

Q. I am wondering what you might know about the small “red cedar trees” that seem to be invading fencerows and highways, especially U.S. 31 north…

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In The Grow Question and Answer — Common Winter Injury Symptoms We Saw this Spring

June 6, 2018

I have a yucca tree that is 5-6 years old. What was a small plant has become a mature tree. I transplanted my yucca to a larger pot last summer. There was a significant explosion in growth. If you look at the picture you can see the growth.

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Know When to Harvest Your Asparagus

May 10, 2018

Q. I planted a new asparagus patch last year. I just have a few spears up so far. Do you think the cold weather injured the…

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