Diseases of Nectarine Trees Nectarine disease symptoms may not be readily apparent, and you may have to do some serious observation to locate diseases of nectarines. Others are visually evident and not hard to identify. If your nectarine tree is looking or performing differently than in years past, take note. It is not always evident that your nectarine tree has a disease. Perhaps the tree no longer looks healthy and vibrant....

What is Nimblewill Plant? While this weed is often confused with Bermuda grass, there are distinct features of this plant that set it apart from this and other grass species. One is its mat-forming spreading habit. Nimblewill spreads by stolons that run along the surface of the soil, whereas many other grasses, like Bermuda, spread via rhizomes. It can also spread by seed if allowed to flower in late summer. Nimblewill is much shorter and wiry looking with narrow blue-green leaves as well....

Read on for a helpful tips and simple fixes that may resolve the problem of elderberries not fruiting. Flowers But No Berries On Elderberry: Pollination If there are plenty of blooms but no berries, the problem is probably lack of pollination. Elderberries are partially self-fruiting, which means they may set fruit, although not in abundance. To improve pollination, make sure there are at least two elderberry plants located within 50 to 60 feet (15 to18 m....

Why Won’t My Viburnum Bush Flower? Viburnum problems are few and far between, but one of the most perplexing issues growers of this shrub face is a lack of blooms. If this is the first year you’re growing a viburnum or you moved and found a viburnum in the new landscape, it may be that the bush is simply spent already. Most viburnum species only bloom for a few short weeks in the early summer and young viburnums almost always require a few years to establish their root systems before presenting their colorful display....

Pollinator Garden Pacific Northwest Many homeowners love their pristine lawns, but to get a lawn that is unblemished by weeds and disease, many rely on chemicals — chemicals that kill off pollinators including bees. Remember, those dandelions in your lawn are one of the first foods for bees. Instead of damaging pollinators in Oregon and Washington, many gardeners are turning to native plants which are naturally adapted to the PNW thus nullifying the need for chemical controls....

About Nematode Okra Problems Nematodes are commonly referred to as eelworms and are essential to the harmonic makeup of soil. While most are harmless and break down organic matter or control pests, some suck juices from plant roots. When their numbers are nominal, nematodes rarely do much damage, although the injury made from their feeding can act as a portal to disease. Usually, a healthy balance of fungus, insects, and other predatory insects keep the nematodes in check, but sometimes things are out of balance and the scale shifts....

Science of Vegetable Growing Olericulture information says this is the area of horticulture that deals with growing vegetable plants for food. Food identified as vegetables are mostly annual, non-woody plants from which we harvest a crop. Classifications for the science of vegetable growing sometimes vary in this aspect of horticulture from what we’ve already learned. In this area of expertise, for instance, the tomato is labeled a vegetable instead of a fruit....

Take a look at the following for basic information on growing fruit trees in microclimates. Orchard Microclimate Conditions A microclimate is an area where the climate is different than the surrounding area. Orchard microclimate conditions may encompass a pocket of a few square feet or the entire orchard may be different than nearby properties. For instance, regions known for early frosts may have spots, or microclimates, where plants miraculously seem to survive longer then the same types of plants in the same general region or growing zone....

Oregano is hardy to USDA planting zone 5 and above or it can be grown indoors in cooler climates. It is easy to grow, and propagating oregano from cuttings couldn’t be simpler. Read on to learn how to plant oregano cuttings. Oregano Cutting Propagation When you take cuttings from oregano, use sharp scissors or pruning shears and cut stems 3 to 5 inches (7.5-12.5 cm.) long. The cuts should be diagonal, and each should be just above a node, the point where a leaf grows or is about to emerge....

Pea ‘Lincoln’ Information Lincoln peas are hardly the new kids on the block. Gardeners have engaged in Lincoln pea growing since the seeds came on the market in 1908, and Lincoln pea plants have many fans. It’s easy to see why this is a popular type of pea. Lincoln pea plants are compact and easy to trellis. That means that you can grow them quite close together and get an abundant harvest....

So then how do you go about recovering peony plants once they have been damaged? Keep reading to find out how to fix peony damage. Fixing Damaged Peonies Peony plants are notoriously finicky, so it is not like you can just plant another one. It may be years before a newly planted peony plant will bloom. So you are at best trying to save a peony plant after it has succumbed to peony damage....

Corkscrew Rush-Juncus Effuses Info This is one of those plants that just makes you smile, with the unruly foliage that springs unbridled from a cluster of stems. Corkscrew rush is a cultivar of a plant native to Japan. This horticultural hybrid was bred for the whimsical foliage. The round blades twist gently from the base all the way up to the top of the foliage. Deep green leaves often bear some striping, providing showy plants for partially shady areas....

Top Zone 7 Drought Tolerant Perennials Here are some of the best perennials tolerant of drought in zone 7: Purple Coneflower – Hardy in zone 4 and up, purple coneflower grows 2 to 4 feet tall (61 cm. to 1 m.). They like full sun to part shade. Their flowers last all summer long and are great for attracting butterflies. Yarrow – Yarrow comes in many varieties, but all are winter hardy in zone 7....

Perennials with Green Flowers Although lime green perennials (and annuals) are bold, the color is surprisingly versatile and pairs well with plants of nearly every color under the sun. Chartreuse is a great attention-getter that works especially well in dark, shady corners. You can also use lime green perennials as a backdrop for other perennials, or to draw attention to a focal point such as a garden sculpture, picnic area or garden gate....

Plants with Spotted Leaves Fungal leaf spot can be found in your outdoor garden as well as on your houseplant. Spotted leaves occur when fungal spores in the air find a warm, wet, plant surface to cling to. As soon as that microscopic spore gets comfortable in its new home, sporulation (the fungal method of reproduction) occurs and the tiny, brown fungal leaf spot begins to grow. Soon the circle grows large enough to touch another circle and now the fungal leaf spot looks more like a blotch....

What is Bella Bluegrass? Bella grass is a Kentucky bluegrass. It was developed by the University of Nebraska more than 10 years ago and slowly impacted the market. It spreads quickly laterally but has very limited vertical growth. This is a winning situation for most gardeners who consider mowing a chore. The grass establishes quickly and provides a deep blue-green lawn from early spring until late fall. No-mow grass is the way to go for most lawns due to its versatility and durability....

Tree Branch Growing If you trim your trees every few years to make the backyard more orderly, you can use those clippings to plant new trees. To be successful when you are planting tree branches, you’ll need to get those branch cuttings to root. When you are planting trees from twigs, you’ll end up with trees identical to the “parent” tree. This is not always the case when you plant seeds, since two trees were involved and you may be growing a hybrid....

There are both garden and house plants for Zodiac signs. Selecting plants by Zodiac sign connects your birth date to elemental conditions that are inspired in the plant. Choosing Zodiac Sign Plants When considering plant options, look at your sign and determine its key aspects. The fire elements are represented by Leo, Aries, and Sagittarius. They are bold and creative. Earth signs—Capricorn, Virgo, and Taurus—are loyal and practical. The element of water is found in Pisces, Cancer, and Scorpio....

About Plum Black Knot Disease Plum black knot disease is a nightmare for gardeners, since it can easily result in the death of plum and cherry trees. It is caused by a fungus called Apiosporina morbosa or Dibotryon morbosum. Most cultivated plum trees are susceptible to black knot, including American, Japanese, and European plum tree species. The popular cultivars Stanley and Damson are very susceptible. You also see ornamental cherries and plums with black knot....

Foil Be they poinsettias, Norfolk Island pines, or cyclamens, many holiday plants come with festive foil covering their pots. Through the holiday season, the foil can remain. Just be sure to lift the plant from the wrapper, water the plant and allow it to drain before replacing the foil sleeve. For the long haul though, you’ll want to remove the foil and repot into a permanent container with drainage holes....