Hi, I had to remove a rose bush in November 2022 as it had contracted Rose Rosette Disease the year prior and had died from it. I believe the neighbor's rose bushes that it got it from have been removed (but I can't really know for certain). I have no other roses. There has been nothing planted in this area for the last 18 months. I just bought a new rose bush to replace the lost one and would like to plant it in the same spot as it is right in front of my house on a public sidewalk. Is it safe to plant this new rose bush there? Or is the virus still in the soil? Thank you!

Hello! I recently got my soil test results back and it indicates that my nitrogen in my raised beds is low, but my phosphorus and potassium are very high. Actually, for "hand raising" this soil and using the hugelkultur method to fill these beds about three years ago, I am really surprised and quite disappointed in the results! I will attach a picture of the results for your reference, but I'm curious...how can I fix this? The testing company is recommending a 12-0-0, like blood or feather meal. But, I've also read that dahlias don't like a lot of nitrogen so I'm worried that this will tip the scales too far the other direction. I'm also really hoping that this is something that can be quickly remedied by adding things to the soil versus growing a legume cover crop because...well, I was VERY eager to start flower gardening this year and I'm about to have 30 dahlia tubers that need a bed (I KNOW I can't be the only one guilty of this) . I appreciate any guidance you can offer!

How to treat fungus-infested soil in small greenhouse, organically? Thank you!

i have a quince bush that flowers every year but the fruit almost always seems to be attacked by rust as soon as the weather warms. i have only gotten usable fruit from it once in 19 years. Is there a way to treat or prevent the rust from returning every year in a way that will allow the bush to provide edible fruit? i prefer to not use anything that would harm the environment or cause the fruit not be used. Hoping you may have an answer. Thank you.

Can you tell me what kind of grape plant these are? I was told they the grapes are green and delicious, but the giver didn't know anything else about them. Also, would it be appropriate to grow them in containers (e.g., 5-gallon buckets) for a few years? Thank you!

Hi, We are looking for someone to help design garden space around our house. We have black walnut trees and shade so species selection is important to ensure the garden is successful. Is there a website or resource that would be able to connect us with a designer?

Hello, I am trying to plant beets and radishes this year in my garden. I live in St. Paul. Do you think it is safe to start planting them now or should I wait longer in case there is another frost? Also, would you recommend filling the soil at all first? Thanks, Berg (she/her)

Hello, I have been doing some research and would like to try planting the three sisters - corn, beans and squash. I have seen mixed advice about growing one or another in advance. I wanted to get your thoughts on if it is ok to plant all three seeds together at the same time or if I should start one before the others. Also, is it necessary to plant them on a mound or elevation? Thanks, Berg (she/her)

I am told that some of the most used home orchard pesticides have been removed from the market. Has Extension published new guidance for best available replacements, such as organic or reduced risk materials which are acceptable and effective for the small grower. The same question applies for the home vineyard use.