Can you cut down an itoh peony in June?
My itoh peony is full of powdery mildew. It is beyond the prevention stage. I am worried it may spread to the phlox nearby. Can I cut it to the ground in June after blooming, or do I have to…
Tag Archives: perennial
Clematis leaves dry up
My Clematis leave all dried up? What might have caused the problem. Will this spread to other plants such as lily?
What kind of soil is good for clematis. I added some wood ash to the soil, is woo-dash good…
Chinese ground orchid
I have a Bletilla striata orchid, which is a hardy orchid, the tag says hardy to -23C. I have a glass greenhouse where the ground inside never freezes in the winter. Do you think the orchid would survive if I…
A question from a total novice seeking HELP!
Have an open space of 30’wide X 12’Long what perennial bulbs can I plant now. Prefer lots of colours and lots of variety with low maintenance. I am disciplined to water as required. Appreciate your response.…
Lily of the Valley – brown spots on leaves
Hello!
I live around the East York area and have recently bought a Lily of the Valley from a nursery which I am trying to keep as an indoor houseplant. It is currently beside my orchids and my peace lily,…
Shady garden suggestions
Can you tell me a year long shrub, flowering plant or grass for a shady area, such as under a tree.…
Climbing Hydrangea
Hello.
My climbing hydrangea–approximately 5 years old–is flourishing in terms of leafing and growth but I have yet to see a bud or a flower. It lives against a porch facing east in just ordinary dirt–not clay or sandy. I…
Spring bulb treatment
My daffodils and tulips are nearing the end of their blooming season. Shall I leave them in the ground or dig up the bulbs, dry them out, and replant them in the fall? If I dig them up should I…
Propagating perennials from Stem Cuttings
Hi there. I was just curious, is it possible to propagate perennials using stem cuttings, similarly to woody shrubs. The plants that I’m thinking of are blanket flower, milkweed, phlox, monarda, and penstemon. I garden in zone 5b.…
Crown Imperial Fritillaria
I have several Crown Imperial Fritillaria. The last 3 springs, they came up with beautiful, healthy foliage but no flowers.
Wondering what I can do to encourage blooming next year.
Some have multiple stocks. Do I split the bulb now…