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Mike Mascio

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I have been an avid gardener since 1985 and an AllExpert volunteer since 1998. I specialize in soil preparation, seed starting and plant propagation, flowers, vegetables, and general landscaping. I am a strong advocate of the square foot method of gardening and the use of organic controls for pests and diseases.

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An All-Expert volunteer since 1998.

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deepak	11/04/09	10	10	5	10	thank you
deepak	11/01/09	10	10	10	10	thank you
Dean	10/16/09	10	10	10	10	Thank you so much.
deepak	10/14/09	10	10	10	10
Susan	10/12/09	10	10	10	10	Very quick response! Easy to understand directions .....

Recent Answers from Mike Mascio

2009-11-20 REPLANTING:

There is a risk in moving it now. The plant would need at least 4 weeks before a hard frost in order for the roots to establish and the plant to survive. It is always best to transplant in early fall,

2009-11-07 Transplanting a mature Flowering Quince:

As long as you plant it two weeks before a hard freeze, the tree should do fine. Just be sure to level the top of the soil of the potted plant with the top of the transplant hole. Fill the hole with organic

2009-10-19 Bogenvia blossom drop?:

When blossoms fall off prematurely, it is usually an indication of one of two problems. Either your plants are not being fully pollinated, or they are receiving too much water. If you do not have enough

2009-10-15 Growing impatiens from seed:

Dean, it will make no difference in the growth habit. The only advantage of warming the soil is when planting from seed. The seed needs warmth to germinate. The optimum temperatures for germination are

2009-10-13 Gerbera:

It is important to amend the soil with organic matter such as compost and peat. The fact that you're adding is manure is also great for the soil. I would also apply a fertilizer high in phosphorus to stimulate

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