Question of the Week – Number Two: October 10, 2019

By Neil Sperry • October 8, 2019

“What is this new type of weedy grass? I don’t recall seeing it before.” This is K.R. bluestem (As in “King Ranch”). We actually featured it here several weeks ago, …

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Question of the Week – Number One: October 10, 2019

By Neil Sperry • October 8, 2019

“When can I transplant these Nellie R. Stevens hollies, and do you have any tips?” This particular photo and question were posted to my Facebook page earlier this week. Carolyn …

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Question of the Week: October 3, 2019

By Neil Sperry • October 2, 2019

“We would like a tall shrub to screen an unsightly view behind our house. What would you suggest?” I get this question a lot. It seems the more compacted our …

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Where Are Poinsettias in Their Journey?

By Neil Sperry • October 2, 2019

“Neil, I’ve been growing my poinsettia all summer, and I’d like to get it to bloom for Christmas. What do I need to do now?” This is a quick and …

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Quick Questions of the Week: September 26, 2019

By Neil Sperry • September 24, 2019

1. “When is the best time to remove bothersome roots?” Mid-fall (October/November) is the best time to remove any roots that are threatening pavement, other roots, etc. That gives the …

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Question of the Week: September 26, 2019

By Neil Sperry • September 24, 2019

“Why are branches falling off my tree? They look like they’ve been cut.” This is the work of the twig girdler beetle. It’s actually a fascinating life process. The adults …

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Question of the Week

By Neil Sperry • September 3, 2019

“Something has eaten holes in my plants’ leaves. Should I treat for the problem?” Actually, that’s a composite question made up from about 25 inquiries I’ve had in the past …

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Two Interesting Insects

By Neil Sperry • September 3, 2019

Several people have asked questions about metallic green beetles that are abundant in their landscapes the past couple of weeks. The golden-green beetles…I did a quick search of Texas A&M …

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