I am a published children’s book author and illustrator, currently working on a novel (fiction) for middle grade (8-12 years old). The main character is Japanese-Canadian. Her mother is an avid gardener, specializing in Japanese landscaping. I’d like part of…
This rhododendron is growing in Aurora Ontario and has lots of buds on it but something is eating the buds. What can I do to prevent more damage?…
I continue to find your site and information so useful. Thank you for your help! I’ve just taken a photo of my PJM rhodo because I’ve never seen the leaves this red. I’m wondering if it’s a nitrogen or a…
Hello, All the new growth looked pale and I thought it was lack of water as it has been dry. When I touched the leaves I realized they were all completely covered in a thin pale film and when I…
Hi My 3 year old rhododendron Mist Maiden is looking very yellow and looks stressed. I have added peat and food at the beginning of the season. It did not bloom (most of my Rhodos didn’t bloom this year.) but…
Putting the garden to bed for the winter is an annual necessity. This gardening guide describes the work that should be considered each fall. Much of this work will enable us to ensure that our ornamental gardens will survive the…