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Because there are over150 wild species of shrubs and climbers native to Asia, Europe, North Africa and North America, plus thousands of different garden forms of varying growth and flower types divided into two broad categories Old Garden Roses and Modern Roses, we cannot identify yours specifically. Suggest you show a few clippings to a local garden center that specializes in roses or botanic garden to see if a horticulturist can identify more specifically.You can also visit online websites such as www.helpmefindroses.com or your local rose society, Raincross Rose Society - Contact
www.raincrossrosesociety.com/page-1733733‎
All roses however, appreciate full sun, regular water and feed with a slow release or organic fertilizer formulated for roses.

By | 2016-03-18T04:32:09-07:00 March 18th, 2016|Shrubs|0 Comments
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Tobacco Mosaic Virus On Tomato

It may be that your tomato plant has Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV). The "mosaic" appearance of the yellow/green tissues of the leaf, and what appears to be a "shoe-string" look (to a few of the leaves, but its really not very clear) is a characteristic symptom of this virus disease. Unfortunately viruses cannot be reversed or cured, however infected plants may produce edible fruit, but yield, size, and quality are reduced. We've included this link for your review. TMV is very easily transmitted when an infected leaf rubs against a leaf of a healthy plant, by contaminated tools, and occasionally by workers whose hands become contaminated with TMV after smoking cigarettes. We've included a web link with more info.
http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/GARDEN/VEGES/DISEASES/tobaccomosvir.html

By | 2016-03-18T03:20:45-07:00 March 18th, 2016|Plant Diseases|0 Comments
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Fire Blight

This may be Fire Blight. The primary sign of this bacterial infection is black “shepherd’s crook” twigs. The tips of branches actually turn blank and bend like a shepherd's crook. There may also be light brown to blackened leaves. Here's a link for Apple Tree information from the Colorado Extension Agency. At the bottom of the page there are several links discussing apple diseases and pests including Fire Blight. You'll want to look at the images of branches affected by Fire Blight which will help you determine if it is present on your tree and what treatment options are available. If the Fire Blight description doesn't fit your tree's appearance, you can check out the other links for possibilities.
http://www.ext.colostate.edu/ptlk/1201.html

By | 2017-09-11T15:49:19-07:00 March 18th, 2016|Plant Diseases|0 Comments
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Mealy Bugs

These are mealy bugs. They suck the nutrients out of the plant. You can spray the affected areas with commercial houseplant insecticide, or take a small spray bottle and fill it with half distilled water and half rubbing alcohol. Let it sit for a few minutes or so and then spray clean with just water. If the infestation is not too severe, use a q-tip dipped in denatured alcohol (available at your drug store) and rinse off with water after treatment (prolonged exposure to alcohol can damage the leaves). You will likely have to repeat this several times over a couple of weeks. Mealy bugs are common and cause little harm in small numbers, but increase rapidly in the right conditions. It is easier to take care of them when the numbers are small.

By | 2016-03-18T00:10:15-07:00 March 18th, 2016|Plant Pests|0 Comments
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Leaf Spot On Canna

This is an example of leaf spot. This sort of damage can either be bacterial or fungal. Fungal disease are easier to treat but if it's bacterial there is no cure, just management or replacement with clean stock. Either way, the prudent thing to do is to remove those damaged leaves and throw them away. When you water this plant be sure not to sprinkle the leaves as this promotes both fungal and bacterial leaf diseases. This is always worse in the cool air at night so allow the leaves to dry before nightfall, except of course for rainy weather. Fertilize this plant after you've watered it well. Your garden center can recommend a fungicide to protect the newer growth as it develops...if your leaf spot is fungal this will help prevent the spread of the problem.

By | 2016-03-18T00:03:04-07:00 March 18th, 2016|Plant Diseases|0 Comments
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Moss In Turfgrass

Moss is an opportunistic organism/plant in our mild and wet NW region. When you have a combination of shade, acidic soil (which we ALL have), poor drainage, compacted soil, excessive or improper irrigation, low soil fertility or some combination of these, these conditions highly favorable moss growth in turfgrass.
Moss in the lawn is NOT a moss problem, it is a soil and drainage problem. Correct those issues and you can manage the moss growth.
Lawn grass is VERY difficult to grow in too much shade, so first assess if you have enough light (minimum 6-8 hours of open and direct light) for growing grass in that particular area, if not, try growing something else. If it is partial shade, you can use a more shade tolerant grass seed mix.

By | 2016-03-17T21:40:28-07:00 March 17th, 2016|Weeds|0 Comments
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Black Sooty Mold

The black sooty mold is probably the result of sucking insect damage such as aphids, mealybugs or scale. Confirm the problem at your local garden center. If it is, for sucking insects spray with a suffocant such as a horticultural oil but spray in the early evening to avoid burning the foliage during the heat of the day. There are also chemical systemics but make sure it is recommended for your particular plant and you would need to get rid of the current problem first and the systemic would be for future control. Also look for ants as they farm the sucking insects for their honeydew, excreta from the insects that leads to the black sooty mold. Use a bait that ants take back to their nests to kill the entire colony and the queen.

By | 2016-03-17T20:40:37-07:00 March 17th, 2016|Plant Pests|0 Comments
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House Leek Hens And Chicks

This is native to high altitudes of France and Italy, forms rosettes to 4" with grayish-green leaves with some reddish burgundy tints, especially at the tips. There are many new cultivars on the market; some with reddish tips or others with nearly half the leaf reddish. In the past, Sempervivums were planted on roofs in Europe and it was believed that they had the ability to protect the house from lightning strikes or other attacks. Star-shaped rose flowers in summer months. Considered hardy to Zone 5. Requires porous soil with adequate drainage. Filtered sunlight but prefers shade during summer dormancy. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch. Although very cold tolerant, best to provide frost protection to prevent possible scarring.

By | 2016-03-17T18:03:37-07:00 March 17th, 2016|Succulents|0 Comments
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Peace Lily

This appears to be a peace lily plant prized for its white blooms (actually spathes, the real flower is the spike in the center of the spathe) and characteristic of this plant. It grows best in bright, indirect light indoors, never direct sunlight. If the plant doesn't get enough light, it won't bloom, but if it gets too much direct sun on the leaves, it may get leaf burn. Give it regular water and feed with a slow-release fertilizer formulated for blooming container plants. Must have good drainage. If the first few inches are dry, water it until water runs out the bottom and let drain thoroughly. Do not allow plant to sit in water as this may lead to root rot. Also, it is a houseplant and will not tolerate frost or cold temperatures, so do not place outdoors this time of year.

By | 2016-03-17T18:02:34-07:00 March 17th, 2016|House Plants|0 Comments
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Snowinsummer Tree

One of these tough Australian natives which are so well adapted to the California climate. Many were introduced by the University of California, Santa Cruz Botanic Gardens. Melaleuca linariifolia, popularly known as Snow-in-Summer, is a plant native to eastern Australia. Other names include Narrow-leaved Paperbark, Flax-leaved Paperbark and the Gadigal Budjur. The taxonomy of Melaleuca linariifolia has recently undergone revision and another species, Melaleuca trichostachya has been split out. Melaleuca linariifolia is cultivated as an ornamental tree for parks and gardens. It is popular as a nature strip tree in Melbourne. It is also used as a screen or windbreak. It tolerates both dry and boggy conditions and is frost hardy. The tree attracts a wide variety of insects and birds

By | 2016-03-17T15:31:44-07:00 March 17th, 2016|Trees|0 Comments
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