HORTISCOPE
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Hortiscope: Cut diseased branches to control canker 
Q: We have a 25- to 30-foot spruce tree that has some dead or dying lower branches. At the point where the limbs connect to the trunk, there is considerable white sap oozing out.
By Ron Smith , May 18, 2012
Hortiscope: Soil sample test can reveal tips for growing
Q: I would like to have my soil tested for recommendations on how to improve it.
How do I find you? How much soil should I bring? Also, my pear trees are blooming, but there don’t seem to be any bugs around to help with pollination.
What should I do?
By Ron Smith , May 11, 2012
Hortiscope: Tomatoes are favorites, but also fussy
Q: I have been reading your columns and enjoy them very much. I am wondering if you can help me with a problem that I have been having with my tomato plants for the past four years. I buy them through a reputable garden center in Minot, so I know they are not diseased plants. I am having trouble with them drying up.
By Ron Smith , May 04, 2012
Hortiscope: Most grasses need sun
Q: We have an area of lawn that doesn’t get a lot of sunlight because of tall trees and a neighbor’s new fence. The grass is dying even though we water and fertilize the area. Some areas have been dead for years along the side of the house. With the new fence put up by our new neighbor, even grass away from the house is dying. Is there a grass that would flourish in really shady areas?
By Ron Smith , April 27, 2012
Hortiscope: Soil sample may explain stunted tree growth
Q: I have looked forward to reading your column for years and hope you can give me some advice with a problem. We live on a farm southwest of Jamestown. There is a spot in our yard that is an ideal location for a tree to grow. However, every tree that we’ve planted on the site doesn’t die but never grows taller.
By Ron Smith , April 20, 2012
Hortiscope: Check label on grass-control product first
Q: A couple of years ago, we moved into a home that had a medium-sized flowerbed. The previous owner let it go, so it was full of weeds. We rototilled it and sprayed it with Roundup. We transplanted hostas, cone flowers, tulips and some other perennials. However, the grass has taken over again and we cannot keep up with it.
By Ron Smith , April 13, 2012
Hortiscope: Roses should recover from pruning mishap
Q: I hired my neighbor’s son to prune my roses. He cut them down to about 12 inches from the ground instead of the branch line. How can I save my beautiful roses? Will the roses grow if I give them fertilizer and water?
By Ron Smith , April 06, 2012
Hortiscope: Plum tree produces many blooms, few fruit
Q: I have several questions about gardening. I have a plum tree with many blooms but very few plums. Why would this happen? Those that grow mostly are small and turn red and blue. There is a brown film or coating around the pit in midsummer.
By Ron Smith , March 30, 2012
Hortiscope: Consider native environment when watering
Q: I have 25 blue and Colorado spruce trees that I bought in containers. The trees grew about a foot last summer, but some are turning brown. How much should I be watering these trees and should I put mulch around the base? What kind of fertilizer do you recommend and how often should it be used? Should I get some insecticide and spray the trees? If so, what kind and how many times?
By Ron Smith , March 23, 2012
Hortiscope: Contact arborist before major tree cutting
Q: Your website is very useful. We live in the Adirondacks. There are about a dozen large pine trees beginning to impede our view of the mountains. I was thinking of cutting them down but I would prefer to trim the top 10 to 20 feet off. (email)
By Ron Smith , March 16, 2012
Hortiscope: Put rosewood cuttings in pasteurized soil
Q: I have a plot that is full of clover and weeds. I want to keep the clover, but get rid of the weeds. They are broadleaf weeds, but I’m not sure what they are. They look to be some kind of foxtail or something along those lines. I have read that 2,4-D will kill the clover. Should I just spray the weeds or spray the whole plot? When should I spray? (
By Ron Smith , March 09, 2012
Hortiscope: Use bag to collect seedpod from spider plant
Q: I have a seedpod on my spider plant. How long does it take to ripen?
By Ron Smith , March 02, 2012
Hortiscope: Take poplars down after trees fully leaf out
Is there a proper time to cut down large poplars to reduce the suckering? I have heard that there is a certain time of year that is best. Also, is it better to fight the suckers the year after taking the trees down or treat the stumps to reduce suckering?
By Ron Smith , February 24, 2012
Hortiscope: Norfolk pine reacting to dry environment
Q: We are developing a lot off Douglas Bay on Lake Sakakawea in McLean County. I was listening to you on one of the radio talk shows where you said to send you an email if a person had any questions about planting in certain areas of North Dakota.
By Ron Smith , February 17, 2012
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