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Question of the Week: May 6, 2021

By Neil Sperry • May 6, 2021

“What are these growths on my trees? Do I need to spray for them?” These are called “galls,” and almost all of them are the plants’ responses to the sting …

Question of the Week – Number Two: April 29, 2021

By Neil Sperry • April 27, 2021

So, the question is…“What is the best way to fertilize trees?Root-feeding rods?Stakes?Punching holes in the ground and pouring in fertilizer? Those are my choices? My answer: None of the above. …

Question of the Week – Number One: April 29, 2021

By Neil Sperry • April 27, 2021

“How can I identify poison ivy in my groundcover beds and shrubs?” The old saying we all learned as children, “Leaves of three, let it be.” That’s referring to the …

Question of the Week Number Three: April 22, 2021

By Neil Sperry • April 22, 2021

“I’m having trouble getting rid of these two weeds. What are they, and how can I eliminate them?” These two weeds have several things in common: • They’re both broadleafed …

Question of the Week Number One: April 22, 2021

By Neil Sperry • April 21, 2021

“I’m very concerned about my ash tree, also my Chinese tallow. Neither is showing any signs of life. Is it likely that I’ve lost them?” Actually, these are composite questions …

Question of the Week: April 15, 2021

By Neil Sperry • April 13, 2021

“What is wrong with my redtip photinias? I really need them to screen my property. What can I do to save them?” You’re seeing Entomosporium fungal leaf spot, and it …

Question of the Week: April 8, 2021

By Neil Sperry • April 7, 2021

“What has caused this damage to my oak tree’s trunk, and will it kill the tree?” I’ve been asked this question repeatedly over the past week or two. Here are …

Question of the Week: April 1, 2021

By Neil Sperry • March 30, 2021

“What is the best time to fertilize my various plants?” There are so many variables. You’ll have to consider things like soil types (sands require more frequent feedings than clays), …

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