1. When is the proper time to cut back vining clematis? Published: September 14, 2008
2. What are the ideal pH conditions and cultural practices for clematis? not rated Published: September 14, 2008
3. I want to know how to split and transplant an old-fashioned bleeding heart that has overgrown its space in the garden. Published: May 15, 2008
4. Can you tell me about the ornamental sweet potato vine? Published: May 15, 2008
5. I would like to plant ground cover in a shady area to eliminate the need to weed; some of this will be planted around existing hostas and hydrangeas. In another garden (full sun, circular, has some day lilies, peonies, and phlox), I need to plant either annuals or perennials. Here, I'm looking for something rather high in the middle to balance the peonies and phlox and that has lots of color. Any general suggestions? not rated Published: May 15, 2008
6. Most perennial plants come with directions to plant 18 to 24 inches apart. What happens if you plant closer than that? Do you risk losing the plants? Are they less hardy? not rated Published: May 15, 2008
7. I have vinca ground cover and moneywort that are spreading into bee balm, veronica and other perennials. Will they overtake the perennials? I typically plant annuals such as impatiens in that area and wonder if they will be compatible. not rated Published: May 15, 2008
8. I want to know if there are options for organic pest control on roses. not rated Published: May 14, 2008
9. Are there any concerns regarding using chunk cedar instead of a shredded mulch for a perennial garden? not rated Published: May 14, 2008
10. Perennials, wildflowers, and shrubs planted near the sidewalk are dying from the salt applied to the roads and sidewalks over the winter. Are there any shrubs or perennials that are more tolerant to that? not rated Published: May 01, 2008
11. How is "hard freeze" defined? not rated Published: April 22, 2008
12. What is the best way to prune rose bushes that the winter snows have broken and damaged? not rated Published: April 22, 2008
13. I live in Moorhead and have been trying unsuccessfully to find the hardy mum varieties developed by the University of Minnesota. Are these not widely available? Any suggestions about where they can be purchased? not rated Published: April 03, 2008
14. I am expanding my perennial garden, and I would like to divide two salvia plants and a sedum. Can I do that now in mid-July? not rated Published: April 03, 2008
15. What are some vines that could be used to cover an arbor? Published: March 22, 2008

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