Garden Tips and Growing Concerns

The plant Dr. will try to provide answers to any of your growing concerns, inside or out. send questions to the plant Dr. Also browse our growing tips here, your problem may already be addressed.

• A few tips: Be very picky when you shop for annuals. Keep in mind that annuals live only for one season, so buy those that look like they've gotten off to a healthy start.
  
• Shop around. Visit several nurseries before you buy to get an idea of what's out there. Buy at outlets that have a wide selection of plants that are attractive, well rooted and vigorous.
  
• Look at the roots of a potted plant. Tip the plant out of its container to check its roots. If they're tightly wound, the plant is root-bound and generally should be avoided.
  
• When planting, give them room. Don't crowd them; allow for growth. You may find it helpful to mark with stakes the locations of your plants.
  
• Check our bookstore to buy your new copy of "All About Annuals" or any of the other 15 new Ortho All About Gardening books on topics ranging from perennials and pruning to roses and garden pools
•   CSU Master Gardener site for answers to most of your other garden questions...                              

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