I just planted seeds and the seeds are now sprouting (vegetable plants) and I have found some of my cucumber plants and tomato plants chewed on. The other day I came home and I have a spider plant that had been on the banaster of my stairs and it was knocked down pot busted and dirt all over the place. I now put him in the basement when I leave but since I have been home at night he eats my vegetable plants. They're to big to cover and I have tried using a spray bottle to keep him away, no luck! Any suggestions on how to keep my cat from ruining my plants?
I have a cat that won't stop eating my plants any suggestions?
Use a little black pepper. It usually takes only one time and the cat leaves it alone. DO NOT use hot pepper though. They can't get it out of their mouths. When i used black pepper my cat got a little sniff, a little sneeze, and left the plant alone.
In the mean time plant a pot of cat nip or cat mint, or a mixture of grasses for your cat. With the cat mint my cat went crazy, but didn't like cat nip. lol
Make certain your cat has toys to play with while you are gone. It could simply be boredom.
Hope this helps.
P.S. My cat died last July. She was 19 + years.
Reply:Check with the pet shop. They sell special grass that you can get. Maybe the cat will eat that and leave the other plants alone. My two go outside and eat the grass all the time.
Good for digestion.
Reply:I have an indoor only cat, and I put small shiny glass pebbles that you can get at a craft store in my potted plants. I heard that they look like eyes, and it scares the cat off. You really should keep your cat indoors anyway, it is so much safer for it. Outdoor cats only live a few years, and an indoor cat will live 15 + years.
Reply:i know this stinks but, my neighbor told me to use moth balls to keep them out of my garden, it works!
Reply:Try having cat grass inside your home for your cat to munch on. If he is eating all kinds of plants outside, it may be a good idea to keep him indoors since a lot of plants are actually toxic to them. They say that when cats do this, it is due to some sort of a vitamin deficiency, that these plants aid, just as we get thirsty when we are dehydrated. So the cat grass should be able to help you out.
Reply:Recently at the gardening shop I bought some cat grass and cat mint, and have planted them in separate pots, side by side.
At first, my cat would have nothing to do with them, but then she started sniffing them and now I have seen her several times eating them.
I think sometimes cats feel the need for some 'greens' to eat and if you have these plants which are specially for cats, your kitty will leave your other plants alone.
Also, some plants are poisonous for cats, so having a suitable alternative is a good idea anyway.
The idea about the glass pebbles and also the idea about the tiny bit of pepper (not too much) are also good, to help you cat break the habit of going to the old plants.
Good luck with this!
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
How do I make my strawberry plants to stop producing runners and start producing flowers?
This is my first time with strawberries. I planted three plants six months ago. They are producing runners like mad. Its midsummer here in Australia. They haven't produced a single flower. I had bought the plants from a reputable nursery. I gave the plants some potash but they still didn't flower. Can someone help?
How do I make my strawberry plants to stop producing runners and start producing flowers?
The plants you planted are the "mother plants." They will put out runners. Do not cut the runners until the end of the second year. Next year you will have some strawberries. The third year you will have more than you can use. You must cut the runners at the end of the second year because the mother plants will die after three years and the entire colony will die with them if you haven't cut the runners loose. Don't over fertilize. God bless you.
Reply:You should not expect a lot of fruit this year,
let the runners grow and next year (fall), cut off or till under the oldest plants then mulch. You should have a good crop next year. Don't cut off the runners.
You should have a good crop next year no matter what but, if you don't cut your oldest plants back yearly, You will receive very few strawberries in about 5-7 years. New growth is necessary for continuous fruit growth.
I have the type "Ozark Beauty" they are ever-bearing which means that they flower and produce fruit from late late spring until frost.
unit
Reply:You have to keep pinch off the runners and removing the dead leaves. Also fertilize them.
Reply:My understanding is that strawberries in Australia will produce runners like mad during the summer (now). This is normal and should be encouraged if you want to extend your strawberry patch (they can be removed if you do not wish to have a larger patch of strawberries). Strawberries planted in autumn or winter in Australia will begin to flower in September and produce berries the following month. So just be patient and you will enjoy a crop next spring. Here are some excellent resources for growing %26amp; caring for strawberries:
http://www.abc.net.au/gardening/stories/...
http://www.abc.net.au/gardening/stories/...
http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/strawberrie...
How do I make my strawberry plants to stop producing runners and start producing flowers?
The plants you planted are the "mother plants." They will put out runners. Do not cut the runners until the end of the second year. Next year you will have some strawberries. The third year you will have more than you can use. You must cut the runners at the end of the second year because the mother plants will die after three years and the entire colony will die with them if you haven't cut the runners loose. Don't over fertilize. God bless you.
Reply:You should not expect a lot of fruit this year,
let the runners grow and next year (fall), cut off or till under the oldest plants then mulch. You should have a good crop next year. Don't cut off the runners.
You should have a good crop next year no matter what but, if you don't cut your oldest plants back yearly, You will receive very few strawberries in about 5-7 years. New growth is necessary for continuous fruit growth.
I have the type "Ozark Beauty" they are ever-bearing which means that they flower and produce fruit from late late spring until frost.
unit
Reply:You have to keep pinch off the runners and removing the dead leaves. Also fertilize them.
Reply:My understanding is that strawberries in Australia will produce runners like mad during the summer (now). This is normal and should be encouraged if you want to extend your strawberry patch (they can be removed if you do not wish to have a larger patch of strawberries). Strawberries planted in autumn or winter in Australia will begin to flower in September and produce berries the following month. So just be patient and you will enjoy a crop next spring. Here are some excellent resources for growing %26amp; caring for strawberries:
http://www.abc.net.au/gardening/stories/...
http://www.abc.net.au/gardening/stories/...
http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/strawberrie...
What are some good plants to plant late in the summer?
I have a small plot in the front of my house, about 6 foot by 12 foot directly infront of my house. I have nothing in it right now. It gets direct sunlight in the morning until about 1pm. I don't want to put anything to tall either because I have a window that goes almost to the ground directly behind my garden. So what plants would be good to plant this late in the summer?
What are some good plants to plant late in the summer?
I rather like chrysanthemums in the fall, especially since they do well in cooler weather and last that much longer because of it. Barring any extremely harsh weather during the winter, they'll come back next year, too.
Also, if you're not too concerned about having plants there immediately, you could plant tulips and other spring bulbs for next year, so long as you don't live where it's warm during the winter (the very southern states of the US typically are not conducive for spring bulb survival).
I found an article on About.com about fall flowers, as well. I hope some of this helps! :)
Reply:You can get your spring bulbs in teh ground, or you can grow lettuce, herbs, etc.
Reply:You can plant most perennials in the fall if they are potted. I've planted Knockout roses, mums, etc.
Here's some more you might like that bloom in the fall: Aster novi-belgii (Michaelmas Daisy) In shades of pink, purple, blue and white, these delicate daisy-like blossoms start popping open in late August and continue on until frost.
Caryopteris (Blue Mist Shrub) slowly blossoms in August with dazzling blue flower clusters.
Sedum (Stonecrop) Sedum 'Autumn Joy'
Autumn Crocus (Colchicum speciosum)
Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia)
Tickseed (Coreopsis)
Japanese Anemone
Peach-leaved Bellflower (Campanula)
Ragged Coneflower (Rudbeckia laciniata)
Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus)
Good luck! Hope this helps.
Reply:Mums, are good,
Dianthus (Pinks)
Dicentra (Bleeding Hearts)
Armeria (Thrift) Are just a few that are good. One needs to know where you live (what zone) to get a better Idea.
Go to your local nursery and see what they have for late summer. Fall is a good time to plant bulbs for next year. Planting bulbs at different times in fall, no later than later October will insure blooming at different times from spring to late summer.
What are some good plants to plant late in the summer?
I rather like chrysanthemums in the fall, especially since they do well in cooler weather and last that much longer because of it. Barring any extremely harsh weather during the winter, they'll come back next year, too.
Also, if you're not too concerned about having plants there immediately, you could plant tulips and other spring bulbs for next year, so long as you don't live where it's warm during the winter (the very southern states of the US typically are not conducive for spring bulb survival).
I found an article on About.com about fall flowers, as well. I hope some of this helps! :)
Reply:You can get your spring bulbs in teh ground, or you can grow lettuce, herbs, etc.
Reply:You can plant most perennials in the fall if they are potted. I've planted Knockout roses, mums, etc.
Here's some more you might like that bloom in the fall: Aster novi-belgii (Michaelmas Daisy) In shades of pink, purple, blue and white, these delicate daisy-like blossoms start popping open in late August and continue on until frost.
Caryopteris (Blue Mist Shrub) slowly blossoms in August with dazzling blue flower clusters.
Sedum (Stonecrop) Sedum 'Autumn Joy'
Autumn Crocus (Colchicum speciosum)
Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia)
Tickseed (Coreopsis)
Japanese Anemone
Peach-leaved Bellflower (Campanula)
Ragged Coneflower (Rudbeckia laciniata)
Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus)
Good luck! Hope this helps.
Reply:Mums, are good,
Dianthus (Pinks)
Dicentra (Bleeding Hearts)
Armeria (Thrift) Are just a few that are good. One needs to know where you live (what zone) to get a better Idea.
Go to your local nursery and see what they have for late summer. Fall is a good time to plant bulbs for next year. Planting bulbs at different times in fall, no later than later October will insure blooming at different times from spring to late summer.
What are some good plants/flowers/bushes to plant in my "island" in the middle of my yard?
I've been trying to find some flowers, plants, and bushes to plant in my "island" looking area of my yard. You know when people put in a bunch of flowers and bushes and rocks and who knows what else.. I want it to be full looking and easy to take care of. I live in Montana.
What are some good plants/flowers/bushes to plant in my "island" in the middle of my yard?
Try the new " double knockout " rose . They bloom all summer and I would imagine be beautiful in Montana with the cooler summers. I would then plant some creeping juniper in front of the roses with some cool big rocks in front of that so the juniper can creep over them. the combination of the red/pink blooms and blue juniper is amazing. Good luck
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What are some good plants/flowers/bushes to plant in my "island" in the middle of my yard?
Try the new " double knockout " rose . They bloom all summer and I would imagine be beautiful in Montana with the cooler summers. I would then plant some creeping juniper in front of the roses with some cool big rocks in front of that so the juniper can creep over them. the combination of the red/pink blooms and blue juniper is amazing. Good luck
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What are some good plants to plant during the Spring time?
I live in New York. What kind of plants are good to plant in New York during the Spring time? Any Suggestions?
What are some good plants to plant during the Spring time?
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Reply:Sunflowers are very pretty (you should ask Mom, Sam).
Reply:cosmos
Reply:i find violets ( pansies ) to do well in the spring in N.Y. there are many different colors and size's to choose from and they are low growing and very pretty
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Reply:Sunflowers are very pretty (you should ask Mom, Sam).
Reply:cosmos
Reply:i find violets ( pansies ) to do well in the spring in N.Y. there are many different colors and size's to choose from and they are low growing and very pretty
When bringing plants indoors for the winter, what should they be sprayed with?
To prevent spiders and insects from coming in with plants, what should they be sprayed with before bringing the plants in for the winter?
When bringing plants indoors for the winter, what should they be sprayed with?
u can spray them off with ur garden hose or put them in the shower for a bit...
Reply:A mild solution of dish soap and water will work wonderfully.
Just spray them before you bring them in and you should be fine. mix about 1tsp of dish soap and 1tsp of canola oil in a water bottle and spray. If you see any signs of insects after 1 week then spray again. One dose should do it though, especially if you are planning on bringing them in right after the treatment.
Good Luck
Reply:I have a sun porch were I let plants decompress a couple weeks before letting them into the house. I don't even bother to hose off the spiders, bring them all in. Before going inside they get a bath and an inspection but I seldom see a pest. RScott
When bringing plants indoors for the winter, what should they be sprayed with?
u can spray them off with ur garden hose or put them in the shower for a bit...
Reply:A mild solution of dish soap and water will work wonderfully.
Just spray them before you bring them in and you should be fine. mix about 1tsp of dish soap and 1tsp of canola oil in a water bottle and spray. If you see any signs of insects after 1 week then spray again. One dose should do it though, especially if you are planning on bringing them in right after the treatment.
Good Luck
Reply:I have a sun porch were I let plants decompress a couple weeks before letting them into the house. I don't even bother to hose off the spiders, bring them all in. Before going inside they get a bath and an inspection but I seldom see a pest. RScott
What freshwater plants can survive in my aquarium? I have a 120 watt light fixture and no CO2 system.?
I have a 135 gallon tank that's 72" x 18" x 24". I know that this is too weak to grow most plants but I can't afford stronger lighting nor a CO2 system at the moment. So what plants can survive in these conditions?
What freshwater plants can survive in my aquarium? I have a 120 watt light fixture and no CO2 system.?
Go with hardy low-light plants such as:
Vallis
Hygrophilia
Cabomba
Hornwort
Riccia
Java Moss
Java Fern
Anubias
Crypts
Swords
Supplement them with ferts including liquid and root tabs. Some of these species come in various forms so you can have some variation in the tank. It will be a little trial and error, I've been through dozens of species and currently have thriving hygrophilia (wide leaf) with enough cuttings for all my tanks in low light small tanks.
Reply:Java ferns and Java moss are the hardier plants then tend to do well with minimal effort. You should do some research on them to find out exactly what you need to help them grow. Most plants will need the stronger lights CO2 and additional nutrients added to the tank to grow well.
Reply:Most plants can survive, but they will not grow well except maybe java fern that actually loves low light levels.
What freshwater plants can survive in my aquarium? I have a 120 watt light fixture and no CO2 system.?
Go with hardy low-light plants such as:
Vallis
Hygrophilia
Cabomba
Hornwort
Riccia
Java Moss
Java Fern
Anubias
Crypts
Swords
Supplement them with ferts including liquid and root tabs. Some of these species come in various forms so you can have some variation in the tank. It will be a little trial and error, I've been through dozens of species and currently have thriving hygrophilia (wide leaf) with enough cuttings for all my tanks in low light small tanks.
Reply:Java ferns and Java moss are the hardier plants then tend to do well with minimal effort. You should do some research on them to find out exactly what you need to help them grow. Most plants will need the stronger lights CO2 and additional nutrients added to the tank to grow well.
Reply:Most plants can survive, but they will not grow well except maybe java fern that actually loves low light levels.
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