I was afraid of that. I may try to install a "vertical drain", but don't want to. I still wonder though if the chemistry is such that there...
Many plants such as my mature mugo pine suffer from poorly drained soil. In my mugo's case it is causing yellowing of the leaves and die back of...
I have several holly varieties that are kept ball shaped and about 5 ft. tall. But, my problem is that the berry crop is zilch to non-existent....
And it may be an economy measure more than a nutrition enhancement. I'll continue to watch for developments. Thanks for your info.
Thanks, 1950Greg, for taking time with a beginner. How great it is to have this resource for learning.
All helpful information. The lingering question I have is whether in the early development of plants that will stay in pots for a substantial...
Makes sense. I'll hold off awhile before putting the seed in pots and aim for germination in the spring.
Thanks for all the good info. I am going to try the boiling water. My only concern now is whether, if the seeds germinate in mid-winter, will I...
I was recently told that while potting soil for small pots up to 3" it is okay to use a soil-less mix, but for larger pots in which the plant is...
Do I understand you correctly to say that 3 or 4 month stratification works as well as the boiling water treatment? My Cercis seeds have been in...
