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Darrell Blackwelder: Mud daubers are back

Anyone that lives near water — the lake, pond or creeks — are probably going to have orange cylinders of mud pipes from mud daubers ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, June 25, 2022 12:00 am

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H&G Q&A: Insect galls, crape myrtle growth and Japanese beetles

High humidity and afternoon showers create the perfect environment for a multitude of problems for home gardeners. While some are having difficulty with insects and ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, June 25, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder: Irrigation is critical during high summer heat

Rowan experienced near record high temperatures earlier this week. Irrigation during this type of weather is critical for survival of plant materials, especially those that ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, June 18, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: What to do about brown patch in fescue

The cool weather and abundant rains during spring weather provides perfect growing conditions for fescue. Unfortunately, as the temperature climbs in early summer, so does ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, June 11, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Annual trampweed is difficult to control

Driving through Rowan County, I noticed a few lawns infested with a weed that looks much like a weak, spring snow. Facelis or annual trampweed ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, June 4, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Controlling crape myrtle bark scale

Walking on the St. John’s Lutheran Church campus a few weeks ago, I noticed a recently planted crape myrtle that didn’t appear to have its ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, May 28, 2022 12:00 am

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Container gardens can add a splash of color and green space

Container gardens can add a splash of color and green space to areas void of plant materials and bloom. These mini-gardens are becoming extremely popular, ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, May 28, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: False dandelions are blooming profusely

This is one of the best springs in years for blooming trees and shrubs. Azaleas, dogwoods, rhododendron and other flowering shrubs blooms have been spectacular; ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, May 21, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Now is an excellent time to control poison ivy

A few people have already complained about poison oak/ivy and how to eliminate the noxious weed. Both poison oak and ivy contain powerful compounds which ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, May 14, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Yellow twig dogwood and banana shrub

COVID has produced a plethora of flowers including azaleas, dogwood and others blooming this spring. There are a couple of spring flowering shrubs that you ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, May 7, 2022 12:00 am

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Spring issues for gardeners to look out for

Unpredictable and erratic weather in the spring is a challenge for home gardeners. Many are working feverishly outdoors to get caught-up from the winter. Below ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, May 7, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder: Vines are a popular choice for landscaping

Multiple uses of vines around the home and landscape make these plants one of the most popular sellers at retail outlets and garden centers. Arbors ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, April 30, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Native and deciduous azaleas are in full bloom

In many areas of rural Rowan County and on the shores of High Rock Lake, you may stumble across a very unique flowering shrub in ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, April 23, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Pruning hydrangeas

The tips of hydrangeas may have been killed back during freezing weather earlier this spring. Many ask when is the best time to cut them ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, April 16, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Wild garlic

Wild garlic, often called wild onions, seems to be instantly appearing in lawns throughout Rowan County as the weather warms. The weed is easily identified ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, April 9, 2022 12:00 am

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Questions about controlling English ivy, fertilizing shrubs

Retail outlets are very busy with customers anticipating the chance to plant flowers and improve their lawn and landscapes. Many have questions about their gardening ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, April 2, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Questions about a second season for tulips

Every spring, I always get a question about bulbs. This year, I’ve gotten a lot of comment on the tulips in full bloom at Hurley ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, April 2, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: What to do for tea scale infestation on camellias

Camellias were almost at their peak of blooms a few weeks ago and then frigid temperatures ended our spring flower show. With a closer examination ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, March 26, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder: Questions about bulbs

I had a couple of questions sparked by the daffodil article a few weeks ago. Below are a couple of questions about bulbs that may ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, March 19, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Things to consider when sprucing up landscapes

With warmer weather now upon us, many are considering sprucing up their landscapes. Winter damage, constant pruning or just bad plantings warrant a landscape makeover. ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, March 12, 2022 12:00 am

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Home and garden Q&A: Lichens, liriope and lawns

Warm weather during March prods homeowners to inquire about their home gardening problems. Below are questions posed to over the past few weeks. Question: I ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, March 5, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Daffodils are in full bloom

Daffodils are in full bloom across the county and it’s one of the best blooms in years for the spring-flowering bulb. The bulbs seem to ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, March 5, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Controlling ryegrass is very difficult

By Darrell Blackwelder Many have a lawn question during the early spring about an over-seeded fescue lawn that has smatterings of grass that doesn’t look ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, February 26, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Time to start thinking about spring fertilization

It’s time to consider spring fertilization of established cool-season fescue lawns. Properly fertilized and maintained turf helps withstand summer droughts, diseases and other pest problems. ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, February 19, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Applying fertilizer with a preemergence herbicide

I often enjoy a lawncare question-and-answer session before church service Sunday mornings. The latest question was, “Is it too early to apply fertilizer with a ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, February 12, 2022 12:00 am

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New plants and landscaping products on the market

Nurserymen, landscapers, lawn care and landscape professionals converged in Greensboro last month for a week of horticultural education and displays of plant materials. The Green ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, February 5, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder: When is the best time to prune shrubs and trees?

Pruning seems to be a recurring question for many homeowners. Weather change is the spark igniting this interest, whether its light trimming or heavy pruning. ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, February 5, 2022 12:00 am

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Darrell Blackwelder column: Winter is an excellent time to plan for gardening activities

The winter is an excellent time to research and plan spring and summer outdoor gardening activities. Preparation is essential for successful gardening. Below are a ... Read more

by Darrell Blackwelder, Saturday, January 29, 2022 12:00 am

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