Question of the Week: Protecting Your Trees from Deer Damage
Q: I love seeing deer around my home, but they've started rubbing against my tree trunks, causing damage. How can I prevent further harm...
Question of the Week: Monsoon Rains and Irrigation Timers
Q: With all the rain we've had, I have an irrigation system on a timer. Is there anything I can purchase so my system won’t water...
Question of the Week: Tackling Weeds After the Rain
Q: The recent rain has caused weeds to sprout all over my property. After pulling them up from the areas covered in river rock, what's...
Question of the Week: Tackling Those Persistent Weeds
Q: With the recent rain, the weeds on my property have taken off. After pulling them out, roots and all, from my river rock-covered area,...
Question of the Week: How to Handle Crown Rot
Q: The Red Hot Poker in my backyard has developed lots of brown leaves (see photo). Is this normal? Is there something we can do? A:...
Question of the Week: Bumps on Aspens
Q: I have aspen trees with numerous bumps on the branches. What are they? A: These bumps are known as poplar twig galls, a common...
Question of the Week: Dealing with Dying Cholla
Q: My cholla cactus appears to be dying. There's a lot of debris and dirt build-up at its base. What's causing this? A: The accumulation...
Question of the Week: How to Check for a Leak in Your Water Feature
Q: I have a water feature and I think it has a leak. What is the best way to check? A: The easiest way to check is to turn off the pump...
Question of the Week: Is Softened Water Safe for Your Plants?
Q: I have installed a water softener in my house. I water my plants with water that runs through the water softener. Will this hurt my...
Question of the Week: Best Perennials for Low-Sun Areas
Q: I have a shaded area that gets virtually no sun, what perennials will work? A: Great question! Here are some of our top picks that...
