Q. How do I prune my Hydrangeas and when is the best time of year to do it? A. Hydrangea pruning is a complicated matter! It depends… If you have the new hybrid reblooming Hydrangeas, you may cut them back in fall to the size and shape you desire. Examples: …
Q: I was over at the Rowayton Library and noticed a shrub with bright purple berries clustered on its drooping branches. It’s such an unusual color amid the fall leaves – could you tell me what it is? A: There is no question…this is Callicarpa, a wonderful bit of color …
Q: I know I learned this long ago, but I have forgotten the answer and my child is asking why the leaves change color in fall. Could you tell me so I can remain the “answerer of all questions” for her? A: There is a terrific article online by the State …
Q: There is a very tall, intensely blue perennial I have noticed blooming in a few late fall gardens in my neighborhood. Can you help me identify it? It seems to do well in sun or shade. A: This is a tough one, and please correct us if we are …
Q: My lilacs are starting to look pretty dreadful – spotted with powdery fungus, overgrown and generally unattractive in the fall border. Do I just have to wait until the leaves fall off, or can I treat and prune them now? A: The 3D ‘s (damaged, diseased and dead wood) may …
Q: No matter what the time of year, the garden always seems to need attention. What should I focus on now that the leaves are about to fall? For instance, is it a good idea to prune plants now? What about those bald spots in my lawn? Which perennials should …
