What type of tree is this? I photographed this on Mackinac Island. Thanks for your help!

Hello, I have followed your advice to mulch grass, and now leaves in the fall. We have a lot of leaves and I'm concerned that they might smother the grass. Is there a fertilizer that I could spread to quicken the decomposition? I've read that a fertilizer high in nitrogen will do that; make sense? (I think I know just enough to be dangerous.) Leaves are mainly hickory, red & white oak and maple. Thank you again.

attached are pics of both sides of one of the afflicted leaves found on my pear trees. I have an Anjou and 2 Bosq. this condition is on a few leaves that started out with a rusty orange spot on one side. By the end of summer a growth on the backside began to form. I showed it to someone schooled in botany and they said it was a nest for a new life form. anyhow, would you have any diagnosing this? We live in Springfield. The yard does get some air movement out of the SW or NW.the bare root pear trees were planted 2 years ago in a combination of native clay soil and composted soil purchased from LaneForestProducts.

Hello. My large white oak tree did not produce any acorns this year. Last year it had a smaller than usual crop. We have lived here 37 years and this tree has always had a bumper crop up until now. It looks to be healthy. It does not exhibit any rot around the base or root area. Can you tell me why there is a sudden decline in acorns? Thank you.

Hi! I have a built-in patio bed and there’s a stump (almost positive it was that amur honeysuckle) and it has fungus growing on it. I planted hostas next to it and they all died (also could have been too much sun and deer snacking on them). Before I try to plant there again I’m wondering if the fungus could be detrimental to other plant life. I’ve attached a photo. Thank you!

If I use triple fertile to get them and k needed for my grass, it grows fast but doesn't help the root growth which is very important. So with the triple fertilizer what can I use for better root growth?

We bought 2 verbena in pots this past summer. When can I transplant them in the ground, since they are perennials ? Also do they need any protection for the winter?

We’re having a terrible problems with holes from gophers, moles and voles in our pastures. The guardian dogs then dig bigger holes hunting them. These are a serious risk for our herding and guardian dogs as well as our sheep. We are trapping somewhat successfully. Do you have recommendations for how to deal with the holes without working up the fields? Thank you!

I recently downloaded the Picture This app to help with some plant issues I have been having. Multiple of my plants are getting brown tips and brown spots in the leaves. The app suggested that I should mix 1 tablespoon baking soda with 1 quart of water and spray it on the plants for a week straight. Is this good practice or will it harm the plant? I have tried neem oil but am not sure it’s solving the issue. Also, it suggested to water my parlor palm plant with 1 qt water and 1 crushed aspirin once a month in place of regular watering. Is this helpful as well? I am still trying to determine if this app is giving quality recommendations and would like some expert advice as well.

Hi there - I live in southern NH and have a beautiful dwarf weeping cherry. I know it needs pruning, but I'm getting conflicting information online. Do I prune it now, in the fall, or right after it blooms in the spring. I know I need to take off dead wood and crossed branches, and keep the weepers off the ground, but am not sure about timing. Thank you for any help you can provide.