Our grapefruit tree has many fruits that are about =
empty and
juiceless and the ones that do have juice have rinds that are about =
=BD”
thick. Has anyone experienced this problem?
Thanks!
Ray =
Stewart
Linda Guy, MG
Kathleen Moore wrote:
Mike Enriquez Master Gardener is doing research on popular flowers. This includes "wild flowers".--------------D0DEB6DD6B82F3D8A70B7018-- From lindaguy@qwest.net Sat Mar 2 20:40:47 2002 From: lindaguy@qwest.net (Linda Guy) Date: Sat, 02 Mar 2002 13:40:47 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Historic Range of Saguaro Forest Message-ID: <3C8138CF.153EC44B@qwest.net> Several years back, I saw pictures and/or read that the saguaro forest originally ranged contiguously from the Tucson vicinity up to Papago Park. I volunteered this vague recollection at a DBG meeting this morning and was asked to 'look it up!' and bring back more info when next we meet. I've just spent 1/2 hour online and haven't turned up any 'dirt' yet. Can someone help? Thinking of calling the native plant and succulent societies. Many thanks. Linda Guy From GEOMUM@WEBTV.NET Sun Mar 3 02:54:50 2002 From: GEOMUM@WEBTV.NET (GEOMUM@WEBTV.NET) Date: Sat, 2 Mar 2002 19:54:50 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page Message-ID: <200203030254.g232soh05538@Ag.arizona.edu> I WANT TO PLANT A BLOOD ORANGE TREE IN SUN CITY WEST AND WONDER HOW WELL THEY DO HERE? From cstephens@infinet-is.com Sun Mar 3 15:56:01 2002 From: cstephens@infinet-is.com (Charles Stephens) Date: Sun, 3 Mar 2002 08:56:01 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Rubber Bulb Sprinkler Message-ID: <000e01c1c2cb$eb98e4e0$a486dfd1@default> This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ------=_NextPart_000_000B_01C1C291.3E3E47C0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Does anyone know of a source for a rubber bulb sprinkler (used in indoor = seed starting)? I haven't had any luck searcing the web. Charlie Stephens Master Gardener Phoenix cstephens@infinet-is.com ------=_NextPart_000_000B_01C1C291.3E3E47C0 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
If you have a favorite flower would you please email the name of your favorite flower to Mike at pikikoko@msn.com
Also if you see a good display of flowers in Arizona please also send him this information so he can photograph the display. Please limit locations within Arizona.
Thanks for any help you can give in this effort.
Good luck!
Linda Guy, MG
Moneses@aol.com wrote:
Dear Cactus Jack,--------------982A9C32453A22C7A55C7436-- From lindaguy@qwest.net Mon Mar 4 16:49:42 2002 From: lindaguy@qwest.net (Linda Guy) Date: Mon, 04 Mar 2002 09:49:42 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Yearround Grass for Phoenix References: <200202272029.g1RKTQx08114@Ag.arizona.edu> Message-ID: <3C83A5A6.2B4909A@qwest.net> Not really. Check out the turf chpater in our Master Gardener Manual at http://ag.arizona.edu./pubs/garden/mg/ or use the search function of our archives to pull up previous discussions on this subject. http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/html/general/question.htm Linda Guy, MG sb@asmc.phxcoxmail.com wrote: > Is there a perrenial grass that will grow year round in Phoenix? > > _______________________________________________ > Arid_gardener mailing list > Arid_gardener@Ag.Arizona.Edu > http://Ag.Arizona.Edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener From lindaguy@qwest.net Mon Mar 4 18:25:15 2002 From: lindaguy@qwest.net (Linda Guy) Date: Mon, 04 Mar 2002 11:25:15 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Pruning Bayonet Yucca References: <200203021832.g22IWJh23267@Ag.arizona.edu> Message-ID: <3C83BC0B.F9CBFE37@qwest.net> Since I've never gotten up close and personal with this particular yucca, I consulted all my references on plants for arid climates. These are usually pruned only as the leaves dry up and die, although some elect to retain the natural appearance and forego pruning. I found one source [Jones/Sacamano] which actually suggested removing that wicked terminal spike from new leaves as they emerge, to prevent the very problem you are currently confronted with over the long run. Johnson's pruning and planting guide recommends September as the best time to trim. I guess I can only encourage you to wear leather gloves, preferably with long arm extensions, as well as several layers of long sleeves. At least the weather is a little cooler for the job! I do not recommend tearing the leaves away as this would expose the trunk to the possibility of sunburn, disease and pests. Linda Guy, MG camaz29@hotmail.com wrote: > Is there an easy way to cut back dead/damaged spikes on the Spanish Bayonet Yucca? The sharp edges and points pose a hazard when attempting to trim with a knife or clipper, and also when trying to "strip" the leaf by pulling on it. Haven't found anything on this in the knowledge base. > > _______________________________________________ > Arid_gardener mailing list > Arid_gardener@Ag.Arizona.Edu > http://Ag.Arizona.Edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener From djmurray11@hotmail.com Mon Mar 4 20:41:16 2002 From: djmurray11@hotmail.com (djmurray11@hotmail.com) Date: Mon, 4 Mar 2002 13:41:16 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page Message-ID: <200203042041.g24KfGd02068@Ag.arizona.edu> How do you treat a queen palm approximately 15 years old that has a fungus. The fronds are coming out very ragged and immature looking. I have noticed several in our area that look the same way. Any help is appreciated. From lindaguy@qwest.net Mon Mar 4 21:56:50 2002 From: lindaguy@qwest.net (Linda Guy) Date: Mon, 04 Mar 2002 14:56:50 -0700 Subject: [Arid_gardener] Queen Palm Fungus References: <200203042041.g24KfGd02068@Ag.arizona.edu> Message-ID: <3C83EDA2.43E5F60B@qwest.net> --------------0860F08E25938E949EBA9464 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit What you describe could simply be a nutrient deficiency. Check out our palm publication at http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/html/pubs/pubs.htm Another place that discusses conditions of palm trees, including the purported fungal condition 'bud rot', is the Master Gardener Manual at http://ag.arizona.edu./pubs/garden/mg/pathology/specificornamental.html#palm I say purported because the UA pathologists are still on the trail of the condition and are not quite sure what it is. Here is an excerpt from a recent newsletter: "My lab is anxious to find out more about the elusive problem known as "bud rot" of Queen palm, and we need sections of trees and root samples to assay for pathogens. Please advise Master Gardeners, homeowners and landscape professionals that, in order to work on this problem, destructive sampling is required. Unfortunately, using a chain saw is about the only way to effectively sample the internal tissue throughout the tree, and digging out many of the roots is the only way to get good root samples." However, it sounds to me that your trees might simply need some good fertilization and watering, which the references above can describe well to you. If they fail to thrive after all treatments, and you or your landscape specialists still believe it to be fungus, please consider the UA's plea above! Linda Guy, MG djmurray11@hotmail.com wrote: > How do you treat a queen palm approximately 15 years old that has a fungus. The fronds are coming out very ragged and immature looking. I have noticed several in our area that look the same way. Any help is appreciated. > > _______________________________________________ > Arid_gardener mailing list > Arid_gardener@Ag.Arizona.Edu > http://Ag.Arizona.Edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener --------------0860F08E25938E949EBA9464 Content-Type: text/html; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit What you describe could simply be a nutrient deficiency. Check out our palm publication at http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/html/pubs/pubs.htm
I took your course on drip irrigation at the Botanical garden in the fall.
We are now ready to embark on our landscaping project.
I had a couple of questions.
***When putting in a sod lawn, you had said to till in 2-3 inches of mulch and 1 inch of something else. What was the something else? And where can I get it in bulk? We're putting in about 2,200 square feet of lawn.
***When planting desert trees with the water drips underground, how do you stop the tree roots from clogging the drip tubes?
Thank you and I really enjoyed taking your course.
Lisa Bol
Another place that discusses conditions of palm trees, including the
purported fungal condition 'bud rot', is the Master Gardener Manual at
http://ag.arizona.edu./pubs/garden/mg/pathology/specificornamental.html#palm
I say purported because the UA pathologists are still on the trail of the condition and are not quite sure what it is. Here is an excerpt from a recent newsletter:
"My lab is anxious to find out more about the elusive problem known
as "bud
rot" of Queen palm, and we need sections of trees and root samples
to assay
for pathogens. Please advise Master Gardeners, homeowners and landscape
professionals that, in order to work on this problem, destructive sampling
is required. Unfortunately, using a chain saw is about the only
way to
effectively sample the internal tissue throughout the tree, and digging
out
many of the roots is the only way to get good root samples."
However, it sounds to me that your trees might simply need some good fertilization and watering, which the references above can describe well to you.
If they fail to thrive after all treatments, and you or your landscape specialists still believe it to be fungus, please consider the UA's plea above!
Linda Guy, MG
djmurray11@hotmail.com wrote:
How do you treat a queen palm approximately 15 years old that has a fungus. The fronds are coming out very ragged and immature looking. I have noticed several in our area that look the same way. Any help is appreciated.--------------0860F08E25938E949EBA9464-- From RodMcQ6@aol.com Mon Mar 4 22:14:39 2002 From: RodMcQ6@aol.com (RodMcQ6@aol.com) Date: Mon, 4 Mar 2002 17:14:39 EST Subject: [Arid_gardener] Queen Palm with ragged fronds Message-ID:_______________________________________________
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The other day I saw an interesting looking tree in Chandler. I can't tell you much about the tree (20 feet tall or so) because it had no leaves whatsoever, and nothing was really striking about the actual trunk and branches, but what called my attention were the flowers. They were about fist sized, bright red, and from where I was standing they looked like they had straight up tentacles. Please note I wasn't wearing my glasses :) I thought the tree looked so amazing with no leaves and these big red flowers on them. Does anybody have any clue of what tree this is?
Thanks
Barbara C. Master Gardener.
Storing my grapefruits on =
the tree
works great.=A0 But I wonder =
=96 now that
the tree is beginning to grow buds for new fruit next year, should I =
take the
remaining grapefruits off the tree?=A0
Will the old ones take away nutrition from the new growth?=A0 Or do the old ones no longer take =
in
nutrients since they=92re mature?
It=92s a wonderful problem =
=96 having such
a bountiful little tree.
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