Question of the Week: January 17, 2019

By Neil Sperry • January 16, 2019

“Can I use Roundup on my dormant lawn to kill weeds right now?” I’m asked this several times a week this time of year. I mentioned that it makes me …

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Question of the Week: January 10, 2019

By Neil Sperry • January 8, 2019

“I’d like to grow oaks and pecans from seed. How do I do it?” If you plant either of these trees from seeds you’re going to get oak and pecan …

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Question of the Week – Number 2: January 3, 2019

By Neil Sperry • January 2, 2019

“What is wrong with my azalea plant? It’s losing so many leaves after they start turning yellow.” We actually have several types of plants that do this every winter. They’re …

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Question of the Week – Number 1: January 3, 2019

By Neil Sperry • January 2, 2019

“Neil, some of my bulbs’ leaves are already a couple of inches out of the ground. Do I need to worry? Is there anything I should do to protect them?” …

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Question of the Week: December 20, 2018

By Neil Sperry • December 18, 2018

“What can I do with my poinsettias once Christmas has passed?” Let’s start with right now, while your poinsettia hopefully is still looking quite nice. Poinsettia pointers… Here’s how you …

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Question of the Week: December 13, 2018

By Neil Sperry • December 11, 2018

“Which smaller trees would you suggest for someone who doesn’t have room for large shade trees?” Sometimes this comes up when we have small urban properties. Sometimes it comes up …

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Question of the Week Number 3: December 6, 2018

By Neil Sperry • December 4, 2018

Dear Neil: When can I prune my shrubs? Several have grown way too large. And how far back can I cut them? As for when you can prune… There are …

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Question of the Week Number 2: December 6, 2018

By Neil Sperry • December 4, 2018

“We live next to a large open area. What is the best way to stop the winter wind?” Evergreen plants are obviously going to be the solution. However, except when …

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