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Gardening Q&A / Gardening / ArcaMax

Q&A: Growing Bay Leaves

Question: Can you give me some pointers on growing a bay leaf plant? I have purchased a three-inch plant in a pot -- I want it to grow into a tree so that I can harvest the leaves for seasoning and keep it as a house plant this winter.

Q&A: Weeds in the Wildflowers

Question: I planted a wildflower garden by tossing seeds in a former vegetable garden about 3 years ago. The first year the garden looked beautiful, but now grass is taking over. Also, many of the flower varieties did not return and I would like ...

Q&A: Onions Tend to Rot

Question: Last year my onions grew well in the garden, but when I harvested them, many were mushy and rotting inside. The ones in storage are also rotting. I followed the correct drying procedures. What went wrong?

Q&A: Leaving Clippings on Lawn

Question: I just moved to a place with beaufitul, lush lawn. To keep it thick and growing well, should I rake the clippings or leave the clippings on the lawn? I do not know what species of grass it is.