Q. I have a Norway Maple, 2 years old, that’s showing signs of powdery mildew especially on new growth. What do you recommend? Jack Ravenel – Tacoma, WA A. First I would see if there is a way to improve air circulation around the trees. This will keep the leaf surfaces dry which will inhibit…
Day: July 16, 2005
Sticky stuff and flies on cars and driveways
Q. We have a large Tulip Tree, about 25 years old. For the first time we have a fly infestation on the tree and all over the driveway and cars. We powerwashed the drive, etc. but to no avail. Are flies attracted to Tulip trees? There seems to be no other attraction for them except…
Clematis Wilt
Q. One of the vines on my new Clematis wilted followed by the other three doing the same. I nearly threw it away, but instead replanted it in another spot. This spring it sprouted and produced a beautiful many-vined plant. Around a month ago it again started to wilt. Again I pruned it down and…