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Dead looking pine trees #769133

Asked August 25, 2021, 3:19 PM EDT

Do you think these dead looking pine trees will come back next spring? They were green in the spring of 2021 and now they look dead. We are in Pine City, MN.



Pine County Minnesota

Little Sango dwarf coral bark japanese maple #767317

Asked August 14, 2021, 12:05 PM EDT

Indoor japanese maple has leaves crisping on ends....too much sunlight? I put it in front of south window with sheer curtains and keep it modestly moist, but doesn't appear to be improving. Help?



Clark County Ohio

Fruit Tree Disease? #766982

Asked August 11, 2021, 6:14 PM EDT

Hi! I have a weeping peach in my front yard and a regular peach in my back. They both leafed out normal and are growing fruit but almost half of my weeping peach has turned brown, leaves are brown and baby fruit turned brown. I am now seeing a couple branches on the regular peach doing the same. Driving through the neighborhood I notice that some of the crab apple trees look the same. Would you be able to help me with this? I really hate to loose my beautiful weeping peach, or either at that. Many Thanks! Janene



Boulder County Colorado

Nocturnal crazed honeybees #761733

Asked July 14, 2021, 1:35 PM EDT

Hi, we have seen a significant numbers of honeybees this year, but I think there is a problem. At night they come to the patio lights and they start flying into the lightship hard you can hear it, or they hit the windows like they are trying to get in, and in the morning we are finding dead honeybees. Once it Is dark they aren’t acting as honeybees act, and I’m concerned. Yesterday I saw one sitting on the window sill not moving, like it was dying. We do not use any chemicals at our house, so we aren’t poisoning them. We have also seen an increase in yellow jackets & wasps of this is helpful. Do you know what is happening & is they something I can do to help them? Thank you.

Washington County Oregon

Invasive vine species that kill trees in Maryland #760064

Asked July 05, 2021, 2:00 PM EDT

Dear MD Extension: I have been trying to identify and eradicate some vines that seem to be killing trees on and adjacent to my property. I found the following link from 2016, but the page it points to seems to no longer be valid. Is there a new URL you can provide me for reference? Copy and past from the Q&A pages: --------------- Invasive vines killing trees in Maryland #300376 Asked February 09, 2016, 4:21 PM EST I seem to be the only one around me who is noticing all the trees being overwhelmed and destroyed by invasive vines. I really don't think anything can be done about it but wanted to ask. Thank you, Kevin Caguas County Maryland Expert Response You are not the only one, but you are wise for your concern. There are multiple invasive plant species in Maryland, and several vines which may be the culprit you are seeing, including kudzu, oriental bittersweet, wisteria, English ivy among them. Here is our invasive plants page where you can learn more and identify the one you are noticing. http://www.extension.umd.edu/hgic/problems/invasive-plants We would encourage private homeowners to control invasive plants on their property, and there are some environmental groups which do try to do invasives control, but you are correct, it is a difficult battle. cm Home and Garden Information Cent University of Maryland Extension Replied February 10, 2016, 9:00 AM EST ------------------

Frederick County Maryland

Protecting my chestnut trees. #757385

Asked June 21, 2021, 9:08 AM EDT

I live in Holly Mi. I purchased 6 small seedling ,American chestnut trees, from the Oakland Co. tree conservation program 2 years ago. All of Them (with cages for deer protection) are doing quite well and about 2 to 4 feet tall. I am not aware if they are of a variety that is disease resistant to the Chestnut blight, as i understand that there is considerable research going on to combat this disease. What ,if anything, can I do to assure blight safety to my trees? Thanks. Larry Dziadosz.<personal data hidden>

Oakland County Michigan

Compost Tea #757012

Asked June 18, 2021, 11:21 AM EDT

I need guidance on how to make compost tea, when to use it and how ofter. Are there any precautions in its use? I'm getting conflicting information from people and online. Thank You Laura

Denver County Colorado

What kind of tree or bush fertilizer can I use for the discoloration or browning, see #755893

Asked June 13, 2021, 3:32 PM EDT

I have started to notice this discoloration on these tree or bush only this month, what is the cause ND how do I fix it, could it be too much watering, I have sprinkler that directly waters it or could it lack of fertilizer, if so what kind, thanks



Wayne County Michigan

Hedges to facilitate privacy #754615

Asked June 07, 2021, 5:46 PM EDT

For the past 20 years we have resided in Bay Colony, which is in Dagsboro, we had undeveloped woods, wildlife and many birds behind our home. Within the past few days, the lots behind our home have been COMPLETELY cleared.to prepare for 2 homes. It is only 12 feet to the property line of one of the lots; although Green Giant Ab. had been suggested , they will probably grow to be too big and encroach on other property. We are at a loss as to what to plant to provide privacy and to BRING back the birds. Any assistance is greatly appreciated as would a visit from Master Gardeners as is available in New Castle County. I couldn't find the consultation for Sussex County on your website. I look forward to hearing from you at your earlies convenience

Sussex County Delaware

Best fruit tree and berry bush varieties for beginner #753025

Asked May 31, 2021, 8:07 AM EDT

Hello,

We are beginning gardeners and would like to grow some fruit trees and berry bushes in our yard/backyard. We live in the Cleveland area. Could you please recommend a few varieties of each of the following fruits grow like crazy that also taste good for fresh eating and with few problems? I have listed a few that we are interested in, but don't want to grow them if they are difficult to grow. We are open to suggestions! 

1. apples - honeycrisp, granny smith, pixie crush, braeburn, Cox's Orange Pippin... (any other very crunchy, sweet/tart, and juicy types?)

2. plums - green gage, mirabelle, victoria, Reine Claude Doree...(any other sweet, juicy, thin skinned types?)

3. pears- comice, sekel... (any other soft and sweet, not crunchy or grainy types?)

4. cherries ?

5.nuts -walnuts, hazelnuts...?

6. persimmon -the soft ones...?

7. grapes ?

8. kiwi ?

9. berries  ?

Thank you!

Cuyahoga County Ohio