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  1. What would be a good fast-growing vine to cover an arbor? The area is in full sun. Published: July 31, 2009
  2. I have wisteria vines growing intertwined with a chain link fence that I want to replace with a wood fence. What is a good time (fall or spring) to remove the fence and cut the vines? How much can I cut them and have them survive? Published: July 31, 2009
  3. What are some common vines which grow well in Colorado? Published: October 01, 2008
  4. I have an invasive vine that has taken over my lilac hedge. It produces multiple vines off runners that can be more than 1 inch in diameter. It produces palmate leaves that can be 5 to 6 inches across when mature. It grows very quickly. How do I get rid of it? Published: May 14, 2008
  5. What are some vines that could be used to cover an arbor? Published: March 22, 2008
  6. I currently have a hops vine that grows on an arch on the north side of my Minnesota home. I would like to replace it with a new vine because the hops are too aggressive. I would love a flowering vine, but anything attractive will do the job. Published: February 20, 2008
  7. I planted a Japanese wisteria early this year, and in October its leaves started to turn yellow and then brown. Now the leaves are falling off. I was wondering if this is normal? No book I've read on the subject mentions shedding leaves during the dormant season. Published: January 08, 2008
  8. How do I get rid of spider mites on my clematis and morning glory vines? Published: January 07, 2008

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