Ask Categories: Herbaceous Perennials; Cultivar/Species

Garlic Stem and Bulb Nematode

Hello, I am hoping to sort out whether or not my crop has been infected with the aforementioned nematode. My plot is in the west end of Toronto(zone 6a), in a community garden. I have been growing garlic there for…

Boxwood and pruning other flowers, trees and shrubs

I would like to know if there us a basic schedule to follow for  pruning the following: Hydrangea (limelight and annabelle), Weigela, Hosta, Rose of Sharon, Hicks Yew and Perennial flowers? All in fall or spring.  Trying to streamline. I…

Where to find Hellebore

Hi, is there any place that sells Hellebore around GTA now? The nurseries I checked are sold out…

Malva

Can I ask you if Malva shrub is considered invasive? I planted one and now I have 6 around my landscape. It maybe be the Malva which is pink with raspberry veins. Thanks you…

Growing Lupins in Central South Ontario

I planted Lupins in Spring and had a nice spread of seedlings – which were healthy.. they have been carefully watered and watched. Sadly to date they have grown approximately 7 – 8 inches. How do I prep them for…

Deadheading May Night Salvia

My May Night Salvia blooms brilliantly throughout June- sunny spot, well drained soil. All under newly planted maple trees. They are doing well. I was told to deadhead the blooms when they are done. But the foliage turns a horrible…

Himalayan dandelion or Stemless Evening Primrose

My plant has produced over 45 blooms this season. There are pods formed near the roots. Are these seed pods? Will they give me more plants or how do I get new plants? Any info would be appreciated…

Japanese Painted Fern in Container

I have a Japanese Painted Fern potted in a container. 1. How can I help it survive winter in the pot without bringing indoors? 2. How can I best propagate the fern?…

Drooping daylilies

I live in Scarborough. I have Stella Dora and Happy Return daylilies. Both were planted 9 years ago. The Stella Dora’s look great in Spring, but always start drooping in June. They droop to a point that the leaves are…