Tag: Dear Garden Problem Lady

Could you please suggest some ferns to plant? Ferns thrive in shade and need plenty of water. Some names include Boston Fern, Cinnamon Fern, Christmas...

My husband, wise but stubborn, tells me that once roses are in the ground they do not need to be watered. Please! He may...

Can you suggest a reliable perennial that blooms a long time and is not very tall? We like the color blue! You might consider perennial...

I’m still in my seventies, but gardening now hurts my hands. I want to sit in the garden and enjoy it but cannot do...

When is the best time to move my Solomon’s seal – and why is it called that? Markings on its roots look like stamp marks...

Can I honorably re-gift an expensive Gloxinia plant? Gloxinia, you say? Re-gift?? Can there be any honor in re-gifting?  Of any flower, plant, bulbs, seeds...

Where might I find bulbs for Bluebells this late? Try googling “Mertensia” or “Bluebells” or “Virginia Bluebells” or “Spanish Bluebells”. You can plant the small...

I’ve seen Japonica Camellias higher than 10 feet. We adore Camellias -- but we need smaller plants. October is still a perfect time to shop...

I saved the seeds from this spring's foxgloves and now wonder whether I should have planted them the minute they were available from their...

My six new Lavender plants look good except for the leaves of one, which are turning yellow. Is this a worry? It could be a...