Plumeria Problem

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Plumeria Problem

Please accept our apologies for the delay in responding! Plumerias (also known as Frangipani,) need well-draining soil, full or partial sun and regular water. Make sure drainage occurs from the bottom of the pot with each watering. Fertilize with an acid food such as cottonseed meal. From what we can see in this photo, there are a couple of possible causes of leaf death, including lack of sunlight (especially if it is indoors), improper soil moisture (watering), and/or spider mite damage. We recommend you move the plant into full sun but away from any walls or fences that can reflect/increase light intensity and heat, and use a magnifying lens to look for spider mites (although we think the problem is more the result of inadequate light and or irregular watering) on both the upper and lower surface of the leaves. We've included a link about spider mites and another about Plumeria from the Plumeria Society:
http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/QT/spidermitescard.html
http://www.plumeria.org/Tech_Info/Tech_info.htm

By | 2016-03-08T01:13:16-08:00 March 8th, 2016|Shrubs|2 Comments
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Aphids On Leafy Vegetables

Its hard to tell from the photo because we can't see identifying characteristics that would confirm, but this could be an aphid because aphids come in a variety of colors. They will typically feed on the newest plant growth. You can identify Aphids (with a magnifying lens) by the two "cornicles" (structures that look like tiny tailpipes) extending from the rear. If you see the cornicles, you will want to control these insects with a pesticidal soap, available at your local garden center or wash off with a strong stream of water. These insects reproduce rapidly (giving live birth, rather than laying eggs), so you can also narrow the possible insect species down if you see that some of them are smaller versions of the larger ones. Sometimes an adult will develop wings and they look a bit different than the rest, but they'll still have the "tailpipes". Also, the white bits are probably the cast-off exoskeletons of aphids, while the green or grayish moving creatures are the aphids themselves.

By | 2016-03-07T23:00:42-08:00 March 7th, 2016|Plant Pests|0 Comments
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Blueeyed Grass

The numerous, narrow, light-green leaves of this perennial form dense, tufted clumps which steadily grow with new foliage during the season. The flattened, leaf-like flowering stems may be up to 18 in. long and bear light-blue, star-shaped flowers a few inches above the leaves. Height is 1-1 1/2 ft.
Well Michelle your plant is a big topic of conversation among us because of the common name that it is known by Blue eyed Grass but this botanical name fits your very specific blue eyed grass! We complain about the Latin names but they really are important because they help to distinguish so many plants from each other. The numbers of green things that live in our small section of the planet is staggering and then you have new plants coming out every year in every color that the Latin becomes even more important. It is sealed in concrete, this is the correct botanical name of your plant. I hope it does well after all of this commotion! Thanks on behalf of the Garden Compass Team.

By | 2016-03-07T22:18:19-08:00 March 7th, 2016|Perennials|0 Comments
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Japanese Stiltgrass

It does look like a Japanese stilt grass. Japanese stiltgrass was introduced into the United States in Tennessee around 1919 and likely escaped as a result of its use as a packing material for porcelain.
It is highly invasive. Organic methods aren't really viable for this plant. Spray with round-up or other herbicide. It will take a few treatments because new seedlings will continue to appear. You may want to spray the perimeter area as well to get any smaller seedlings. Seed can live as long as 30 years so it is important to kill all the seedlings you find.
Stiltgrass is currently established in 16 eastern states, from New York to Florida. It occurs on stream banks, river bluffs, floodplains, emergent and forested wetlands, moist woodlands, early successional fields, uplands, thickets, roadside ditches, and gas and power-line corridors. It can be found in full sun to deep shaded forest conditions and is associated with moist, rich soils that are acidic, neutral or basic and high in nitrogen.

By | 2017-10-08T01:37:24-07:00 March 7th, 2016|Weeds|0 Comments
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Fungal Problem On Cabbage

There are several fungal problems of cabbage and without culturing the tissue in a lab it's hard to say which one is harming your plants. A good pdf handout is available here: nhb.gov.in/vegetable/cabbage/cab002.pdf

If these were my plants I'd get rid of all that are affected. Any plants that are still OK I'd spray with either copper fungicide or Actinovate - both organic treatments. I'd also be sure I was only watering deeply once a week - frequent splashing of water on foliage can lead to any number of fungal problems. (Don't know if this applies to you but the worst way to water is frequently by hand, getting the plants wet as well as the ground. Better to use a soaker hose or sprinkler once a week for a long time.) Actinovate also makes a product to put on the soil - it's a natural bacteria that out-competes fungi. In the space where the cabbage was, there is time to plant Kale seeds, carrots, radishes or any lettuce.

By | 2017-10-08T01:37:24-07:00 March 7th, 2016|Plant Diseases|0 Comments
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Caladium Culture

This is not likely an infectious disease but a disorder caused by environmental conditions. It may be that this particular caladium variety does not do well in afternoon sun. There are some varieties that will grow in full sun all day, but many of them are shade loving. In addition, full sun will cause more water loss from the leaves and once caladium leaves wilt, they do not recover well, if at all. Just in case, we want to mention that if fertilizer comes in contact with caladium leaves it will usually cause spotting damage (even if its mixed with water). If the leaves are crispy its too much sun, and if the leaves are soft and "water soaked" its too much water being retained in the soil. We've included a link about growing caladiums for your reference as you can probably narrow down the possible cause in person better than we can from a photo
http://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/giam/plants_and_grasses/flowering_plants/caladiums.html

By | 2017-10-08T01:37:25-07:00 March 7th, 2016|Plant Diseases|0 Comments
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Rasperry Leaf Drop

You may be onto something with your soil being a problem, especially since the same plants are doing well in another growing medium. Here are a couple of suggestions. First, remove the dead and dying leaves and make sure they don't remain on or in the soil. You may want to keep them in a container for later examination with a local nursery or your extension agency. Also, it looks like this plant may be sitting a bit high in the soil. It should be planted the same depth as it was in the original container. However, keep any mulch or compost away from the main stem. The only way to confirm if your soil has too much fertilizer is with a soil test. Your local extension agency may provide this service at no cost or for a nominal fee. Here's a link that will connect you with them and it has a wealth of information about basic raspberry care, problems and pests in your area - http://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/htm/fruits-nuts/raspberries/

By | 2016-03-07T13:25:06-08:00 March 7th, 2016|Plant Diseases|0 Comments
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Arum Family Plant

Arum, genus of low-growing tuberous perennial plants in the family Araceae (order Arales). Of the 32 species generally recognized, a few are grown for their showy spathe, a funnel-shaped bract surrounding the rodlike spadix (on which the tiny flowers are borne), and for their glossy, arrow-shaped leaves. The bitter, burning taste of the plant’s sap may have led to the genus name Arum, from the Arabic word for fire (ar). The sap can be poisonous, especially as concentrated in the whitish rootstock and the brilliant red berries. In most cases the spathe is a dull yellow-green outside, but it may be varicoloured and often curves back to expose the inner surface. The more colourful varieties are handsome plants for a shaded wild garden. The best-known species is the cuckoopint (Arum maculatum), also called lords-and-ladies. This plant is native to southern Europe and northern Africa. Plants of the genus are not hardy much below freezing temperatures.

By | 2016-03-07T12:52:55-08:00 March 7th, 2016|Bulb Plants|1 Comment
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Walnut Husk Flywalnut Husk Maggot

There are several pests that can affect the walnut fruit: walnut husk fly and the walnut husk maggot both breed and lay eggs in the hulls of the nuts, the walnut curcullio is a member of the beetle family and it also lays eggs in the nut and the larvae feed on the nuts and the codling moth overwinters in the soil surrounding the tree, lay their eggs in developing fruits and again, their larvae feed on the developing nut hulls and the kernels inside the nut. We cannot identify which is your particular pest, but it is more likely either the beetle or the codling moth. If you have an agricultural advisor or horticulturist that is knowledgeable about nut trees and their pests, suggest you show a few of these nuts with the larvae to confirm the identity as well as your country's recommended control. In the meantime, here is additional information for you.
www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn7430.html
extension.missouri.edu/.../DisplayPrinterFriendlyPub.aspx?P=G7185‎

By | 2016-03-07T12:21:54-08:00 March 7th, 2016|Plant Pests|0 Comments
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Manzanita

It is really hard to tell from this photo but this might be a species of Manzanita. They grow from two inches (some of the coastal species) to twenty feet tall (many interior species). There are hundreds of different species and cultivars from small shrubs to tree sized and native all over the state of California. Manzanitas are popular for their shiny red or mahogany colored bark. Manzanitas have urn-shaped flowers that vary from pink to white and are popular with hummingbirds. They are very drought tolerant and evergreen, always looking green and healthy even in the hottest, driest part of the summer. Manzanita (Arctostaphylos spp) is of the family Ericaceae. Plants in this family are highly mycorrhizal (associated with symbiotic fungi). This allows them to survive in many harsh environments; however, it also makes them very susceptible to over watering and fertilizing. Here is a link that you might find helpful:
http://www.laspilitas.com/groups/manzanita_arctostaphylos/southern/southern_california_Manzanitas.html

By | 2016-03-07T12:13:06-08:00 March 7th, 2016|Perennials|0 Comments
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