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Wednesday February 10, 2010 |
Stock (Matthiola incana) | Today's Featured Plant
Stock (Matthiola incana)
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Q&A: Weeping Cherry No Longer Weeping Question: I have a weeping cherry tree in front of my house. The tree is probably 8 to 10 feet tall and has a graft near the top of the trunk. When it was first planted two or three years ago the branches were all "weeping" downward. In the last year or so some branches have begun to grow straight UP! Any thoughts on why, and what I can do?
Answer: Generally the weeping cherry is a naturally pendulous tree. Sometimes weeping trees are created by grafting a weeping-type top onto a standard trunk. That sounds like your situation. If so, it's important to prune out any branches that sprout below the graft, so these non-weeping branches don't overtake the top part. Have you done any pruning in the past? If you prune back the weeping branches, this can cause the branches to stiffen and become more upright. Also, any heavy pruning can stimulate the tree to produce vigorous upright shoots called suckers. Prune weeping trees with a light hand, removing crowded and crossing branches and any damaged wood. They shouldn't need much other pruning, and should develop a natural weeping shape on their own. |
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Q&A: Moving Primula Outdoors Question: I was recently give several assorted primulas, and was told that I could plant them outside in the spring. I have been keeping them in my window and watering them regularly. The plants look healthy but show no signs of new flower buds. How do I get them to produce new buds so that they will have flowers when I transplant them outdoors? Do they bloom more than once per season?
Answer: Primula are delightful late-winter and early-spring-blooming plants. After their early-season bloom, Primulas take a break from blooming until the next year, though some bloom again in the autumn. I suspect that the indoor temperatures are a bit high for your cold-tolerant primroses. It's best to provide a bright, cool, and moist environment for them. Enjoy! |
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Tip: Check Spring Bulbs If warm weather has jump-started your spring bulbs don't worry. Often a warm winter, moisture, and a few warm days will start them growing. If just their noses are out of the ground, they don't need protecting. |
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