My Japanese Maple Tree is turning green. It is planted on the north side of the house. Is it getting too much sun? Marion Woodstock, Georgia

I recently bought 30 English Laurels; some of them are quickly turning yellow while others are not what might be causing this? Jamie Gresham

I have a fruit tree that I am trying to identify. It produces golf-ball size red fruit that smells like a peach, but has no fuzz. Some of the fruit has become covered with a brown substance that looks like some type of fungus. Do I need to use a pesticide on the tree? Amy Bryant

Can palm trees grow in Arkansas? What are the different varieties? Anitta Benton

Is a Densiformis Yew a good foundation planting for a west exposure? Do you have in your inventory. Norman Hot Springs Village

I want to put a flower bed around an existing tree but was told it might kill the tree? LINDA NEW LONDON

I'm interested in planting bamboo. I'd want the 'clumping' variety and one that doesn't grow too tall, due to power lines being nearby, but not directly under. Is there a bamboo that fits that description that is tolerant to our region? I'm in the research stage and I may find that bamboo isn't the best fit for the area where I want to plant it. I wanted to look into it as an option though. Let me know if you need more info. Thanks for your time. Gina Loomis Alexander

Greetings! I'd like more information on how to create a foundation planting for a new farmhouse (being built to look old like from the 1800s) using native shrubs, flowers, trees, vines and possibly antique roses and heirloom flowers. I've got lists and have an idea of what plants and shrubs are native to Arkansas and the available heirlooms, but how do I put it all together? Is there a book or online resource with diagrams? Any information is appreciated. Naturally I want the plants and shrubs that are low maintenance, beneficial to the wildlife and provide seasonal color and interest. Thanks! Melody

I lost a large Bradford Pear on the edge of my driveway 2 years ago due to failure to prune. How do I kill the root system without poisoning the entire space?

Why do the buds on my magnolia tree turn brown and blooms die? Martha, Houston

I have a crepe myrtle that i planted a month ago(along with many others). This crepe myrtle is not budding but when I scrape the bark gently, it is very green. We did have some marginally freezing weather. The others are doing fine. Do some crepe myrtle bud later than others? Robin, Nicholson

I'm considering installing a large (25' X 40')shade screen above our small, but well landscaped, back lawn area. If I install a screen that reduces sun penetration by 15% will my plants and grass that require "full sun" survive? I'm not looking for someone to blame if they don't survive ... I just need the best opinion of a gardening expert. The August sun here in central Arkansas tends to burn even the hardiest of our plants requiring full sun. I'm hoping a sun screen will help. Jim, Sheridan

Will frost kill my honeysuckle? Debbie, Warsaw

I got a southern Magnolia tree about 3 years ago and it has never bloomed. Does it have to have 2 to bloom or what am I doing wrong? Sondra Judsonia

Is there a species of perrenial fern? Colleen, Bauxite AR

Can I plant a rose bush in a container and if so what is the best way to do it? Dorothy, Cabot

My neighbor constructed a storm cellar and now when we have a heavy rain, water ends up standing in my yard, especially under my wooden fence. ANY SUGGESTIONS? Yvonne Little Rock

I have several knockout rose bushes in a large area mulched good. There were a lot of leaves blown in around the base of them over the winter. I took my leaf blower and removed them to find a white mildew or mold on the mulch where the leaves had been. What do I need to do, or will the sun take care of it? Margie, Springfield

When is the accurate time to plant seeds in the ground for my summer garden in Pine Bluff/Watson Chapel area? Debbie Pine Bluff

I would like to grow something in my back yard close to my fence to block my neighbors view into my back yard. I like my back yard but I feel I have people looking at me when I am sitting on my patio. I would like something like a bush that blooms and grows fast. Kim in Benton

I think I'm about to get some neighbors in the back of me. What are the fastest growing trees I can plant and when would I plant them?
John, Mt Ida

I have a small area that gets hot afternoon sun and is about 12 feet from a brick wall. The soil is somewhat sandy and relatively moist. Do you have suggestions on a small tree or evergreen that would work, and ground covers, or grasses? Thank you. Carol, White Hall

I live in Arthur, ON (north of Guelph by 40 mins.) I just put a holly bush in this summer. What should I do to protect it for the winter? Jane Arthur, Ontario

When is the best time to plant a Japanese red leaf maple?
Dana, Little Rock

I have a lot of land that needs trees, but I don't know which would be best or what trees the type of soil on my property would support.
Sharon, Mabelvale

When is it appropriate to remove spring/summer color and plant fall plants such as mums? Randi, Benton

I have an abundance of bermuda grass in my mulched flower bed. These invasive weeds have VERY deep roots---Is there any way to get rid of these weeds??? The Garland County Extension staff identified these for me but he had no suggestions. Any help will be appreciated.
Thanks
Pat, Hot Springs Village

Janice, Holly Grove I have several red maples, all have been planted about five years. Two of the trees did not leaf out after the Easter freeze. The rest have a full canopy of leaves. Should I just wait till next spring to see if they come back?
Thanks

I'm Looking to purchase Red Tip Photinia's in gallon pots. I'm guessing they are not available till fall but would like to locate source now.
Thanks!!!!
Al, Heber Springs

I have a 6 year old Crepe and a 1 year old baby Crepe Myrtle that were damaged by a late freeze in Kentucky. No new growth as of Memorial Day Weekend. Are they dead or will they come back from roots?
Rita, Bowling Green, KY

Which fern will stay green all year long (wild fern) the cinnamon or autumn fern? Thank you
Paula, Little Rock

We have been told we have a "natural spring" in our yard and down the street by the city of LR. It doesn't flow out but the ground is always wet (muddy). I'd love to put some scrubs or a tree or two in the area to soak up some of the excess water. It has full sun, what can you recommend?
Thank you,
Kim, Little Rock

I moved into my new house 2 yrs ago...an elm tree was planted in the back yard (gets all day sun and especially late afternoon sun)...the tree now has orange spots on the bark...the bark is splitting and popping off and the tree has not 'come out' since the April cold snap...I don't know what disease the tree has - do you? Can it be saved..if not, what do you recommend for a fast growing shade tree (not pear or river birch)...the tree is in a big bed with lots or space around it...thanks for your help...
Lynne, Conway

Our Crepe Myrtle and Rose of Sharon were bite by the freeze last weekend. The leaves have turned black, do we need to trim the limbs with the black leaves or will they put out new growth?
-Crappie Hat Lady, Benton

Last week's recent cold snap has turned our lawn back to winter brown and our shrubs (especially hollies and crepe myrtles and azaleas) have brown and even black leaves. What is the best way to handle this winter kill? Do I cut them all back?
Thanks!
Dixie, Cabot

My crepemyrtle leaves died because of the cold weather (frost). Do I prune the crepe myrtle now or pick off just the leaves or is the crepe myrtle dead completely?
-Jennifer, Jacksonville

Is the falling pollen and sap about over? My yard is full of oak trees. Only when the sap and pollen are finished can I open my 2nd story screened-in porch.
-Andrea, North Little Rock

I live in NC and we recently had a couple of late frosts over Easter weekend. I was out of town and my hostas really took a beating. They look terrible and the leaves look really thin. Is there anything that I can do to save my hostas for this year. They are about a foot tall.
David, Gastonia, NC

Our Crepe Myrtle's looked burned up from the frost on Saturday night. I have already pruned them in Feb., should I cut off the brown folage?
Thank You,
Donna, Pine Bluff

Do you cut back a budding Crepe myrtle that has been damaged by the freezing temperatures? Will new growth come? Same question for Lorapetalum (has already bloomed).
Thank you
Karen,Perryville