Many trees, shrubs, and other ornamental plantings in Indiana and throughout the Midwest suffer from iron deficiency caused by high pH (alkaline) soil. Soil pH affects plant growth directly and ...

A common question I receive is, “How should I fertilize my trees or shrubs?” The answer, as with many gardening questions, is “It depends.” Factors such as soil conditions, plant age, and ...

Dear Neil: Can you tell me what is causing my shrubs’ leaves to turn brown and die, and what I can do to save them? Answer: This is iron deficiency. It begins with leaves that are light green ...

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Over time, the cast iron plant will spread via its underground rhizome roots to create a larger clump. It also has shallow roots, so it can grow under trees and large shrubs where other plants may ...

The cast iron plant (Aspidistra elatior) ... I planted two shrubs four years ago and they have become huge. I know I need to prune them, but I don’t know how or when to prune.

The other option is to replant them directly where you want them to grow. The problem is that it will be a sunny bed (as roses prefer sun). In a sunny location, the shrubs need to drink water faster.

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at dgill@agcenter.lsu.edu. My mature and thick cast iron plants growing around the bottom of a tree ...

I would like to get an early start on garden improvements this year. — Monica Jackson, Grayslake It is OK to start planting trees, shrubs, perennials and ground covers in early spring, as long ...

This growing season, branch out: Plant shrubs. Shrubs sometimes get short shrift in the garden. Trees tend to upstage them. Eye-popping annuals and the year’s latest flashy perennials can hog ...