Many gardening related questions have been asked over the years, here is a list of the most frequently asked questions and their answers.

Q: I am planning a new portion of my garden with a full-sun south slope exposure. Can you suggest some shrubs and ground covers that will require less water?

Q: I see columns of ants crawling up and down the stems of my pepper plants. Are the ants causing any damage that I should be concerned about?

Q. What other bulbs would you recommend besides tulips and daffodils for spring bloom?

Q. What should I do with the paper-white bulbs after they finish blooming?

Q: I have a shady area in my garden where nothing seems to grow. Can you help? Can you help?

Q: I am trying to create a garden with year round interest. I am fairly pleased with the garden in spring and summer but need help with fall and winter.

Q: I have heard the term microclimate used when talking about landscaping but don’t really understand what it means. Can you help?

Q: Several of my landscape plants produce healthy green leaves in spring, but as the season progresses, the leaves turn yellow. What’s wrong?

Q: In November I moved to Salt Lake from southern California so I have not yet gardened here. What should I expect?

Q: Slugs and snails are everywhere in my garden. The slimy little critters seem to reproduce like rabbits. What is the best way to get rid of them?

Q: Thousands of box elder bugs have invaded my house and yard. Are they harmful and how do I avoid this?

Q: What can I do about earthworms building dirt mounds in my lawn?

Q: Where do you get your mulch?

Q: How can I handle tree stump removal?

Q: How do I select trees to plant near power lines?

Q: When should I cut back and prune?

Q: What herbs are best for a Utah garden?

Q: How much do I fertilize my vegetable, perennial, shrubs, trees, and roses?

Q: Where can I find information on waterwise/xeriscape and native gardening?

Q: What are your favorite horticultural references? .

Q: Where can I find a good arborist?

Q: What are some good native plant reference books?

Q: What are some beneficial bugs I can use in my yard and where can I get them?

Q: What are some common houseplant pests and how do I control them?

Q: When can I cut back spring bulbs?