Ask a Gardener – Slugs

Wednesday June 29, 2016

What do you recommend for slug infestation in my flower garden? Dog-safe and bird friendly. I have been baiting with beer for a year and catch many but they are causing damage and out of control. I’ve heard Sluggo or possibly used coffee grounds? HELP! – Autumn Ug! Slugs! The warm temperatures and afternoon showers of summer are perfect conditions …

Ask a Gardener – Watering Tomatoes

Monday June 20, 2016

This is my first year planting tomatoes. I share a space for planting with two people. One says water a lot, the other says don’t water too much. Which is correct? – Connie Well, the wonk-y master gardener answer to your question is: “Tomatoes require one to two inches of water per week.” But the more practical answer is: “It …

Deadhead, man…

Friday June 10, 2016

When you hear the word “deadhead,” you may think of your crazy Uncle Ernie who still tie-dyes his socks, but “deadhead” has a special meaning to gardeners. To “deadhead” is to remove the wilted, dead blossoms from annuals and perennials. This helps the plant bloom more and for a longer time. The whole purpose of flowers in nature is to …