Rose Virus or Insect Pest?

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Question: I think my Knockout Rose has Rosette virus. It says on the internet I have to dig it up and destroy it. Is that true? Answer:  There are really two different things you could be talking about here. Rose rosette can be the problem described at the Virginia extension website at this link: http://pubs.ext.vt.edu/450/450-620/450-620.html… more please

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Too Bloomin’ Hot for Flowers

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Many area gardeners are finding it hard to continue fighting this hot weather.  You would think that many of our local plants would be giving up too, but there are two Texas wildflowers giving quite a show right now despite the heat. The first of these is a perennial flower called Gay‑feather, Liatris squarrosa.  It… more please

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Summer Heat is Great for Water Gardening

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There is a growing interest in the use of water features in the landscape.  Area gardeners are adding ponds, creeks, waterfalls and fountains to add to the pleasing sound and cooling look of water.  “Water gardens,” as they are called, can add another dimension to the landscape; expanding the types of plants you grow adding… more please

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Lantana – Summer Sensation

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Southern gardeners are always looking for the perfect summer plant. One that takes the heat, tolerates all kinds of soils, and adds continuous color to the landscape. This can be a difficult thing to accomplish but our native lantana and all its relatives might just do the trick. Lantana camara is native to South Texas… more please

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