The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
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What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
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Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

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I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

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I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

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85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


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___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


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___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


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85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


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Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


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Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


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___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Deana
85345

I have a client who has an ocotillo in a courtyard that faces norht. It does not get much sun-only when the suun is overhead in the summertime. The branches have been opening over time and now some have fallen to the ground!
I am thinking it just doesnt get enough sun to make it in this spot. Your thoughts? Thanks!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Deana
85345

I have a client who has an ocotillo in a courtyard that faces norht. It does not get much sun-only when the suun is overhead in the summertime. The branches have been opening over time and now some have fallen to the ground!
I am thinking it just doesnt get enough sun to make it in this spot. Your thoughts? Thanks!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kim Finn
85282

I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed & Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.

Thanks a lot,
Kim


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Deana
85345

I have a client who has an ocotillo in a courtyard that faces norht. It does not get much sun-only when the suun is overhead in the summertime. The branches have been opening over time and now some have fallen to the ground!
I am thinking it just doesnt get enough sun to make it in this spot. Your thoughts? Thanks!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kim Finn
85282

I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed & Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.

Thanks a lot,
Kim


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Hand weeding is likely the only way to be rid of Burr Clover.
Fortunately it's not too difficult to remove if you get the taproot.
> Kim Finn
> 85282
>
> I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed& Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.
>
> Thanks a lot,
> Kim
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Deana
85345

I have a client who has an ocotillo in a courtyard that faces norht. It does not get much sun-only when the suun is overhead in the summertime. The branches have been opening over time and now some have fallen to the ground!
I am thinking it just doesnt get enough sun to make it in this spot. Your thoughts? Thanks!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kim Finn
85282

I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed & Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.

Thanks a lot,
Kim


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Hand weeding is likely the only way to be rid of Burr Clover.
Fortunately it's not too difficult to remove if you get the taproot.
> Kim Finn
> 85282
>
> I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed& Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.
>
> Thanks a lot,
> Kim
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Grapes are typically planted in spring, after the threat of frost has
passed.

Most trellises you'll find on an internet search are for winegrapes. These
are designed to place the fruit at a comfortable height for care and
picking, but can get expensive. You can use anything from a single piece of
wire to an arbor.
Grapes will produce clusters the first year, and winegrape growers recommend
removing all fruit for the first couple of years. This is just to make sure
the plants have established a good root system before allowing them to
produce a crop. In the desert, people often cheat a little and let fruit
ripen the second year if they had a good first year of growth.
Here's a link to a site on growing table grapes in Texas. It's not Arizona,
but much of the advice is general and will apply. They also discuss some of
the table grape varieties.
http://winegrapes.tamu.edu/grow/tablegrapes.html


Here are some AZ specific recommendations, for winegrapes:
http://www.phoenixtropicals.com/grapes.html

http://www.gardenguides.com/84511-care-grape-vines-arizona.html

http://www.azwinemakers.com


Brett


-----Original Message-----
Sent: Monday, June 14, 2010 7:46 AM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page

Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any
literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Deana
85345

I have a client who has an ocotillo in a courtyard that faces norht. It does not get much sun-only when the suun is overhead in the summertime. The branches have been opening over time and now some have fallen to the ground!
I am thinking it just doesnt get enough sun to make it in this spot. Your thoughts? Thanks!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kim Finn
85282

I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed & Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.

Thanks a lot,
Kim


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Hand weeding is likely the only way to be rid of Burr Clover.
Fortunately it's not too difficult to remove if you get the taproot.
> Kim Finn
> 85282
>
> I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed& Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.
>
> Thanks a lot,
> Kim
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Grapes are typically planted in spring, after the threat of frost has
passed.

Most trellises you'll find on an internet search are for winegrapes. These
are designed to place the fruit at a comfortable height for care and
picking, but can get expensive. You can use anything from a single piece of
wire to an arbor.
Grapes will produce clusters the first year, and winegrape growers recommend
removing all fruit for the first couple of years. This is just to make sure
the plants have established a good root system before allowing them to
produce a crop. In the desert, people often cheat a little and let fruit
ripen the second year if they had a good first year of growth.
Here's a link to a site on growing table grapes in Texas. It's not Arizona,
but much of the advice is general and will apply. They also discuss some of
the table grape varieties.
http://winegrapes.tamu.edu/grow/tablegrapes.html


Here are some AZ specific recommendations, for winegrapes:
http://www.phoenixtropicals.com/grapes.html

http://www.gardenguides.com/84511-care-grape-vines-arizona.html

http://www.azwinemakers.com


Brett


-----Original Message-----
Sent: Monday, June 14, 2010 7:46 AM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page

Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any
literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Nick
85143

One variety of my tomatoes split accross the body of the tomato this year. I have had them split from the stem before but this year horizontaly. I once read that splitting was caused by uneaven watering so this year I am watering on a drip line every onther day. Still the splitting and worse than ever. Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Deana
85345

I have a client who has an ocotillo in a courtyard that faces norht. It does not get much sun-only when the suun is overhead in the summertime. The branches have been opening over time and now some have fallen to the ground!
I am thinking it just doesnt get enough sun to make it in this spot. Your thoughts? Thanks!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kim Finn
85282

I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed & Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.

Thanks a lot,
Kim


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Hand weeding is likely the only way to be rid of Burr Clover.
Fortunately it's not too difficult to remove if you get the taproot.
> Kim Finn
> 85282
>
> I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed& Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.
>
> Thanks a lot,
> Kim
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Grapes are typically planted in spring, after the threat of frost has
passed.

Most trellises you'll find on an internet search are for winegrapes. These
are designed to place the fruit at a comfortable height for care and
picking, but can get expensive. You can use anything from a single piece of
wire to an arbor.
Grapes will produce clusters the first year, and winegrape growers recommend
removing all fruit for the first couple of years. This is just to make sure
the plants have established a good root system before allowing them to
produce a crop. In the desert, people often cheat a little and let fruit
ripen the second year if they had a good first year of growth.
Here's a link to a site on growing table grapes in Texas. It's not Arizona,
but much of the advice is general and will apply. They also discuss some of
the table grape varieties.
http://winegrapes.tamu.edu/grow/tablegrapes.html


Here are some AZ specific recommendations, for winegrapes:
http://www.phoenixtropicals.com/grapes.html

http://www.gardenguides.com/84511-care-grape-vines-arizona.html

http://www.azwinemakers.com


Brett


-----Original Message-----
Sent: Monday, June 14, 2010 7:46 AM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page

Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any
literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Nick
85143

One variety of my tomatoes split accross the body of the tomato this year. I have had them split from the stem before but this year horizontaly. I once read that splitting was caused by uneaven watering so this year I am watering on a drip line every onther day. Still the splitting and worse than ever. Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Marilyn
85022

I had a Mineola tree in a pot with some shade and it was doing well. Recently I had it planted in full sun and now the leaves are burning. Is there something I should cover it with or it just adjusting to the full sun?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Deana
85345

I have a client who has an ocotillo in a courtyard that faces norht. It does not get much sun-only when the suun is overhead in the summertime. The branches have been opening over time and now some have fallen to the ground!
I am thinking it just doesnt get enough sun to make it in this spot. Your thoughts? Thanks!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kim Finn
85282

I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed & Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.

Thanks a lot,
Kim


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Hand weeding is likely the only way to be rid of Burr Clover.
Fortunately it's not too difficult to remove if you get the taproot.
> Kim Finn
> 85282
>
> I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed& Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.
>
> Thanks a lot,
> Kim
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Grapes are typically planted in spring, after the threat of frost has
passed.

Most trellises you'll find on an internet search are for winegrapes. These
are designed to place the fruit at a comfortable height for care and
picking, but can get expensive. You can use anything from a single piece of
wire to an arbor.
Grapes will produce clusters the first year, and winegrape growers recommend
removing all fruit for the first couple of years. This is just to make sure
the plants have established a good root system before allowing them to
produce a crop. In the desert, people often cheat a little and let fruit
ripen the second year if they had a good first year of growth.
Here's a link to a site on growing table grapes in Texas. It's not Arizona,
but much of the advice is general and will apply. They also discuss some of
the table grape varieties.
http://winegrapes.tamu.edu/grow/tablegrapes.html


Here are some AZ specific recommendations, for winegrapes:
http://www.phoenixtropicals.com/grapes.html

http://www.gardenguides.com/84511-care-grape-vines-arizona.html

http://www.azwinemakers.com


Brett


-----Original Message-----
Sent: Monday, June 14, 2010 7:46 AM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page

Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any
literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Nick
85143

One variety of my tomatoes split accross the body of the tomato this year. I have had them split from the stem before but this year horizontaly. I once read that splitting was caused by uneaven watering so this year I am watering on a drip line every onther day. Still the splitting and worse than ever. Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Marilyn
85022

I had a Mineola tree in a pot with some shade and it was doing well. Recently I had it planted in full sun and now the leaves are burning. Is there something I should cover it with or it just adjusting to the full sun?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. dianne vyskocil
85251

hi~ i am serious about gardening and planting trees that produce food ..what can i get from you to help me... and may i come visit YOR GARDEN> and do you have any more plants for sale? what are the best trees to grow here.... tropical apple? thank you
i guess i need a master gardener class!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Deana
85345

I have a client who has an ocotillo in a courtyard that faces norht. It does not get much sun-only when the suun is overhead in the summertime. The branches have been opening over time and now some have fallen to the ground!
I am thinking it just doesnt get enough sun to make it in this spot. Your thoughts? Thanks!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kim Finn
85282

I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed & Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.

Thanks a lot,
Kim


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Hand weeding is likely the only way to be rid of Burr Clover.
Fortunately it's not too difficult to remove if you get the taproot.
> Kim Finn
> 85282
>
> I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed& Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.
>
> Thanks a lot,
> Kim
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Grapes are typically planted in spring, after the threat of frost has
passed.

Most trellises you'll find on an internet search are for winegrapes. These
are designed to place the fruit at a comfortable height for care and
picking, but can get expensive. You can use anything from a single piece of
wire to an arbor.
Grapes will produce clusters the first year, and winegrape growers recommend
removing all fruit for the first couple of years. This is just to make sure
the plants have established a good root system before allowing them to
produce a crop. In the desert, people often cheat a little and let fruit
ripen the second year if they had a good first year of growth.
Here's a link to a site on growing table grapes in Texas. It's not Arizona,
but much of the advice is general and will apply. They also discuss some of
the table grape varieties.
http://winegrapes.tamu.edu/grow/tablegrapes.html


Here are some AZ specific recommendations, for winegrapes:
http://www.phoenixtropicals.com/grapes.html

http://www.gardenguides.com/84511-care-grape-vines-arizona.html

http://www.azwinemakers.com


Brett


-----Original Message-----
Sent: Monday, June 14, 2010 7:46 AM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page

Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any
literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Nick
85143

One variety of my tomatoes split accross the body of the tomato this year. I have had them split from the stem before but this year horizontaly. I once read that splitting was caused by uneaven watering so this year I am watering on a drip line every onther day. Still the splitting and worse than ever. Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Marilyn
85022

I had a Mineola tree in a pot with some shade and it was doing well. Recently I had it planted in full sun and now the leaves are burning. Is there something I should cover it with or it just adjusting to the full sun?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. dianne vyskocil
85251

hi~ i am serious about gardening and planting trees that produce food ..what can i get from you to help me... and may i come visit YOR GARDEN> and do you have any more plants for sale? what are the best trees to grow here.... tropical apple? thank you
i guess i need a master gardener class!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Gary
85266

In March, I applied two feedings of weed and feed fertilizer on my bermuda lawn about three weeks apart. I am afraid that my actions have caused the grass to die as it has not responded to the warm weather as in previous years. If so, can you recommend remedial action?

Sincerely,


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.

The From email on this post is no good. So I will post to the list instead.

Any chance that they are a Lithops? Take a look at some of these. I don't know
of a plant called "donkey's hooves", but these certainly look like hooves.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Aizoaceae/Lithops.html



----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2010 9:54 PM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page


> Jodie
> 85382
>
> I bought a tropicqal plant at Home Depot called "donkey's hooves" There was no info on care except that it was a tropical
> plant. I would like to know it's real name and more about it's care etc. Can you help me. also I used to have the email add.
> for State of Az. Agricultural College for similar info but I have lost it
> . Do you know what it could be?? Thanks for your time Jodie
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. joe Ciotta
85268

What do I do for holes in the leaves of my tomato plants


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. 85028

I would really appreciate info on Blueberries and potatoes. I searched some of the archives, and found that several of the publications listed take me to an A T & T page. One is on the Seven Steps for growing Tomatoes, another was on potatoes. I have researched on Blueberries, need to know about sunlight, if they need afternoon shade. Thanks, Rose Ann


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. tom genandt
85351

how do i control white flys and aphids


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Steve
85257

Hi,

I was wondering what the most effective and environmentally friendly way is to kill weeds/grass in preparation for laying flagstone, pavers, or gravel beds. I've heard boiling water, salt, vinegar, and merely covering with black plastic, which I will do anyway, can be effective. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Steve


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Cindy
85206

We planted a Texas Mountain Laurel about 1 1/2 months ago. We are watering 2 times a week. Many of the leaves are turning yellowish. Are we watering too much? Or are we not watering enough?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Karen
85044-1204

We have an Indian Laurel Tree(Ficus Nitida) 18yrs old & about 35 ft tall. We get the tree professionally trimmed & deap root fertilized every year.The tree always drops leaves but recently leaf droppage is extremely profuse with a lot of yellow leaves in canopy...Help?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Greg
85053

We are installing Bobsod this week-end, trying to take advantage of the cooler weather, what prep should we do? Sprinklers are in, and the ground is clear.

Do we loosen the soil?
Work in amendments>
Apply gypsum?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. George Zajacek
85255

We have 3 passion fruit vines that do very well in our back yard. Monarch butterflies LOVE them. Every day at least 4 are hovering in our backyard concentrated around the passion fruit plants. Recently a lot of caterpillars (colorful, get 2" long with lots of black ****es) appeared on the vines and within a week every leaf was gone! We did not pull them off - figured they were Monarch butterfly caterpillars and the plant would survive. Will they survive with no leaves now? Were those monarchs?
Thanks


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.
Larry
85716

Dear Gardener,

I'm trying to find a couple of cacti, succulents or xeriscape perennials that will grow in this situation: Total shade during most of winter and full sun during most of summer.

The location is the north side of apartment (painted white) with a 6-ft wall (also white) adjoining at east end. It is basically a single-car parking space but the 6 feet adjacent to apartment can be used for planting.

On September 22, 2009 I planted an Agave geminiflora and a Aloe vera (barbadensis?)in this area. Neither seems to be thriving. I water them sparingly (abstaining if rain) during winter and 1-2/month during summer. They probably need another year or two to establish/adjust. Are there any plants you can suggest for filling in this area?

Please comment if the water regimen needs an adjustment.

Thank you.

Larry


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Deana
85345

I have a client who has an ocotillo in a courtyard that faces norht. It does not get much sun-only when the suun is overhead in the summertime. The branches have been opening over time and now some have fallen to the ground!
I am thinking it just doesnt get enough sun to make it in this spot. Your thoughts? Thanks!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Kim Finn
85282

I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed & Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.

Thanks a lot,
Kim


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Hand weeding is likely the only way to be rid of Burr Clover.
Fortunately it's not too difficult to remove if you get the taproot.
> Kim Finn
> 85282
>
> I am having a problem with Burr Medic growing in my lawn. I have St. Augustine grass, so I can't use Weed& Feed. What is the best way to get rid of this pesky weed. Also, can you recommend the best type of fertilizer for St. Augustine grass.
>
> Thanks a lot,
> Kim
>
>
> _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Grapes are typically planted in spring, after the threat of frost has
passed.

Most trellises you'll find on an internet search are for winegrapes. These
are designed to place the fruit at a comfortable height for care and
picking, but can get expensive. You can use anything from a single piece of
wire to an arbor.
Grapes will produce clusters the first year, and winegrape growers recommend
removing all fruit for the first couple of years. This is just to make sure
the plants have established a good root system before allowing them to
produce a crop. In the desert, people often cheat a little and let fruit
ripen the second year if they had a good first year of growth.
Here's a link to a site on growing table grapes in Texas. It's not Arizona,
but much of the advice is general and will apply. They also discuss some of
the table grape varieties.
http://winegrapes.tamu.edu/grow/tablegrapes.html


Here are some AZ specific recommendations, for winegrapes:
http://www.phoenixtropicals.com/grapes.html

http://www.gardenguides.com/84511-care-grape-vines-arizona.html

http://www.azwinemakers.com


Brett


-----Original Message-----
Sent: Monday, June 14, 2010 7:46 AM
Subject: [Arid_gardener] Question from Home-Hort WWW page

Kathleen Mary Ream RN
85351

What is the best time to plant grapes (table) in Sun City? Is there any
literature on this topic available from you folks? Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Nick
85143

One variety of my tomatoes split accross the body of the tomato this year. I have had them split from the stem before but this year horizontaly. I once read that splitting was caused by uneaven watering so this year I am watering on a drip line every onther day. Still the splitting and worse than ever. Thank you.


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Marilyn
85022

I had a Mineola tree in a pot with some shade and it was doing well. Recently I had it planted in full sun and now the leaves are burning. Is there something I should cover it with or it just adjusting to the full sun?


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. dianne vyskocil
85251

hi~ i am serious about gardening and planting trees that produce food ..what can i get from you to help me... and may i come visit YOR GARDEN> and do you have any more plants for sale? what are the best trees to grow here.... tropical apple? thank you
i guess i need a master gardener class!


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Gary
85266

In March, I applied two feedings of weed and feed fertilizer on my bermuda lawn about three weeks apart. I am afraid that my actions have caused the grass to die as it has not responded to the warm weather as in previous years. If so, can you recommend remedial action?

Sincerely,


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe. Ed and Jami
85255

we want to redesign our landscape. we will be planting native, desert varieties and cactus. we have a contractor. we want to proceed in july. will it be to hot to plant? we will have a 30 warranty on the plants. or should we wait, and if so when would be the best time. Thank you


_______________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Posted on the Arid_gardener mailing list. Go to http://ag.arizona.edu/mailman/listinfo/arid_gardener to subscribe.