Tagged: fungal diseases
Nothing peachy about this problem
Leaf curl distorts foliage, but usually doesn’t infect the fruit. (Photos: Debbie Arrington) Sacramento spring created ideal conditions for leaf curl “What’s wrong with my peach tree?” Right now that question is as rampant...
Mailbag: How do you prune carpet roses?
Flower Carpet Pink was the first of the Flower Carpet roses and is still the most popular. (Photo courtesy Anthony Tesselaar) Question: Do you have specific recommendations for pruning back carpet roses? I’m usually...
Can I prune my roses now?
Sharp pruning shears and thick gloves are crucial to successful (and safe) rose pruning. (Photo: Debbie Arrington) It’s pruning time! Now is when rose lovers get busy. Our bushes need some TLC if we...
Dig In: Garden checklist for week of Nov. 14
California poppy seedlings already are making an appearance, but there’s still time to plant seeds for them and other wildflowers. (Photos: Kathy Morrison) Mornings will feel damp this week, but no rain is in...
Spring arrives early for roses, pruned or not
Lady Hamilton, a David Austin rose, still had blooms and foliage before pruning Jan. 23. (Photos: Debbie Arrington) Maintenance now means healthier plants later Buds are breaking out all over. Due to springlike temperatures...
October rose care: How to make the season last
October brings out the orange (plus bronze foliage) of this Vavoom floribunda rose. (Photos: Debbie Arrington) Tips to keep your bushes thriving and blooming It’s not only foliage that turns color in fall. October...
Dig In: Garden checklist for week of Dec. 22
Rose pruning can begin now, but be sure to discard old canes and leaves to prevent the spread of fungal disease. (Photo: Kathy Morrison) Winter starts soggy and very busy Welcome to winter! Rainy...