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unusual growth phenomena spring 2021 #751469

Asked May 22, 2021, 1:48 PM EDT

Have there been reports of unusual growth phenomena in the area- Sherwood in particular. I am seeing signs of herbicide in my yard that is unexplained by questioning neighbors and occasional landscaper helper. Numerous plants of different kinds are exhibiting the hyper-growth that is common due to herbicide . Perhaps over fertilization short of burn intensity could do this also, but I cannot account for this possibility either.

Washington County Oregon

Limit Oak Wilt #751466

Asked May 22, 2021, 1:16 PM EDT

I've got 20 acres of mixed red and whit oak and a cabin located in the trees. I'm pretty sure that the oak wilt is established. I've got trees dying and the bark falling off. Last year the gypsy moths were terrible, but the trees regained their leaves. I've heard that you can inject fungicide around the base of the tree to protect living trees. What do think?

Jessamine County Kentucky

Gardenias #751464

Asked May 22, 2021, 1:14 PM EDT

Oh I bought gardenias at Home Depot for a flower bed I live in Lorraine county will these plants survive winter?

Lorain County Ohio

Red Currant "Problem" #751455

Asked May 22, 2021, 11:38 AM EDT

We find this deformation on the leaves of our red currant plant each year. It does not seem to impact fruit production and the appearance problem is not too problematic for us, but we did want to make sure it would not affect the long-term health of the plant and if there's anything we should be doing to prevent/cure it in future (keeping in mind we'd rather avoid chemical treatment). Any feedback would be much appreciated.



Genesee County Michigan

Slugs or what #751454

Asked May 22, 2021, 11:32 AM EDT

Holes in Tuscan kale and tomatiilos despite a lot of Corey’s. Are they from something else? If so how to fight it?



Washington County Oregon

Stressed Maple tree #751451

Asked May 22, 2021, 11:22 AM EDT

My Maple tree has dropped a ton of helicopters and has very few leaves. What should I do? I have a big shade garden underneath it that is now a sun garden.

Kent County Michigan

spider killer that is safe for bees #751446

Asked May 22, 2021, 11:02 AM EDT

Is there an insecticide that can be applied over the entire lot that kills spiders but is safe for bees?

Larimer County Colorado

Wild orchid? #751444

Asked May 22, 2021, 10:59 AM EDT

This is growing enough wood in shaded area. Any idea what it is? As you can see it has no leaves. Probably just a weed. 



Perry County Ohio

Brooding hen #751441

Asked May 22, 2021, 10:45 AM EDT

I have a hen that for the past week doesn’t want to leave the nesting box. I carry her out twice each day. She will then try to tip the water container over and runs around like a crazy hen. She doesn’t have any interest when I bring out the vegetable treats. What is happening to her? She is a buff Orpington

Maricopa County Arizona

Ailing maple tree #751436

Asked May 22, 2021, 10:18 AM EDT

We have a maple tree that seemed very healthy last year. This year the leaves are small and not maturing. The trunk seems to be darkening near the base. What causes this and what can be done to return it to health?



Scott County Minnesota

Attempt to save winter-killed blueberry bushes #751432

Asked May 22, 2021, 9:59 AM EDT

Hello - We are in White River Junction, zip code 05001, and have ~8 high bush blueberry shrubs that were about 2' tall in the fall that suffered major winter kill. These are about an even mix of Patriot and Blue Crop types. There is hardly any new growth showing on any of the bushes and I am wondering if there is anything I can do to try to save the plants? If I prune them hard now, might they come back, and if so, how close to the base should I prune them down? Thank you in advance! Dawn

Windsor County Vermont

Myrica - dead limbs #751430

Asked May 22, 2021, 9:30 AM EDT

Good morning, This Myrica shrub was planted about 7 years ago by our deck. It grew and had full leaves - until this year, when several of the limbs did not produce any leaves, while two large branches did. Is the shrub dying? Can it be salvaged? The limbs with no leaves still have some green in the branches. Any advice is appreciated. Pictures are attached. We are in Anne Arundel County, in Pasadena on Cockey Creek. Thank you. Barb Coyle



Anne Arundel County Maryland

Tree peony #751429

Asked May 22, 2021, 9:27 AM EDT

My tree peony is 3 years old, lots of healthy leaves, gets part sun and part shade, no sign of blooms. Does it need fertilizer, planted to deep? If fertilizer, what do you recommend? Thank you.

Cottonwood County Minnesota

Inkberry hedge dying in one section. #751427

Asked May 22, 2021, 9:14 AM EDT

I have an inkberry hedge in the backyard. It’s about 12 years old. In the last couple of years a section of the hedge is having a problem. The growth is only at the top and is bare on the sides. I have planted smaller new plants to try to fill in, but they are not growing well either. I fertilize the hedge with Hollytone and ironite. Any ideas?



Alamance County North Carolina

Leaf isssue #751420

Asked May 22, 2021, 8:41 AM EDT

Wondering if someone could identify these spots on my maple leaves. I'm in Wisconsin



Jefferson County Wisconsin

Lilacs - how to renew #751414

Asked May 22, 2021, 12:43 AM EDT

Can these lilacs be renewed? I considered removing all of the dead branches, but now (May 20) some of them are developing tiny green buds but I suspect they won’t develop and thrive. My plan, after they finish blooming was to remove the dead wood, but there is a lot of it. I am not sure how to prune or shape the live wood that remains. How much can I safely cut back and should it be over a period of 2 or 3 years? When is the best time to do this? Please advise. Thank you.



Hennepin County Minnesota

Carpenter Ant Spray effect on Bees #751411

Asked May 21, 2021, 10:49 PM EDT

I would like to treat my wood porch and steps for carpenter ants. How and when can this be done to avoid hurting bees? I have a professional available to do this who has worked with bee hive owners, Thanks,Mary

Ramsey County Minnesota

Sap and worm in Nectarine fruit #751409

Asked May 21, 2021, 10:25 PM EDT

My nectarine tree really hadd good blossom and had a lot of small fruits. But within a few weeks I see sap coming from young fruit. Also the fruit is falling off and when I cut open the fruit there is a worm inside. The worm is small white.



Henrico County Virginia

Help! Ant ID for Storysold: Pest Control #751405

Asked May 21, 2021, 9:35 PM EDT

Hi OSU, Just so you know I'm not a stranger, I graduated from OSU in 2003. Now I'm the owner/operator of Storysold: Pest Control. I'm pretty good with my ant IDs, but I ran into a new one in 2 locations lately. Both in old double wide mobile homes with wood rot. DESCRIPTION: bigger black head than house ant, red thorax, and black abdomen with what looks like white markings. Almost like a spider. BEHAVIOR: a) Clearly nest in rotting wood like carpenter ants b) They like the sugar bait c) They're faster moving/more aggressive than house ants d) They push debris out of cracks in walls like carpenter ants (including dead ant parts), and they seem to build weird tube structures on inside of crawl space walls. d) they bite e) they're clearly an infesting pest unlike house ants My guess is moisture ant, but the white markings are throwing me off. I know you must be overrun with requests like this, so I appreciate any help you can give me. Thanks :) Jake www.storysoldpestcontrol.com

Multnomah County Oregon

Poison ivy or Jack-in-the-pulpit #751400

Asked May 21, 2021, 9:06 PM EDT

This plant appeared recently under a bird feeder in my yard. It looks like Jack-in-the-pulpit, but its leaves are scalloped. Can you identify it for me? I could wait for berries, but I don't want my dog to wade into it without me knowing...



Hennepin County Minnesota

Water requirements #751396

Asked May 21, 2021, 8:05 PM EDT

Is there any kind of guide that gives how much water different types of plants need from a drip irrigation system? For example, Lilacs, Hydrangeas, raspberries, etc.

Weld County Colorado

InkBerry Bushes have dark brown clumps of leaves #751394

Asked May 21, 2021, 7:49 PM EDT

How can I save these old 7 ft. high row of bushes. I pick off the dead clumps - but more are present in 2 days. Is it a fungus? If so, can anything be done to save them? thank you. Carol

Trumbull County Ohio

Weeds identification #751393

Asked May 21, 2021, 7:46 PM EDT

I have a bermuda grass lawn. What is this weed and how do I kill it? It has a very thick root and hard to pull up. Thanks! EP



Travis County Texas

onion flower stalks #751392

Asked May 21, 2021, 7:40 PM EDT

All of my planted onions are sending up flower stalks. What can I do to improve or preserve the shelf life of the onions?

Multnomah County Oregon

Soil test interpretations #751379

Asked May 21, 2021, 6:56 PM EDT

Dear Sir or Madam, My landscape company (Gaia Landscapes, Inc.) performs numerous soil tests for our customers each year. We have recently taken a couple of soil samples from a yard in Albany where someone overlaid the "native soil" with 6" - 24" of sandy loam mix with some organic components several years ago. Depending on the depth at which the sample is taken, the soil test results are quite different. A test was done in late 2019 and again 1 month ago. In terms of addressing the deficiencies indicated by the soil tests, would you recommend relying on the tests from the upper soil that was brought in some years (4+) ago or looking to the "native" soil needs that are 6" - 24" deep? Or perhaps an average between the two layers? I could send scans for all these soil test results if needed? There are 10-12 pages. The customer wants these same areas (which have been perennial Ryegrass sod in very bad shape) to be replaced with a seeded lawn (2,400 sq.ft. total) in front and back. When we removed the existing sod, there were approximately 5-10 crane fly larvae per sq.ft. (May 17th) which were promptly eaten by birds. The customer had applied beneficial nematodes about 3-4 months ago. The site is very wet and slow to drain in the winter but in full sun for much of the day. We were planning to reapply nematodes in the coming weeks. I would really appreciate any recommendations you could offer in our effort to find the best way forward for this situation. The customer has high hopes for a much more successful lawn and we are seeking additional expert advice so we make the best choices in this case. There may be something we are overlooking? Thanks for your help. J. Michael Anders (owner)<personal data hidden>



Benton County Oregon