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Expert Profile: Mike Mascio

Expertise:  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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I thought that was the case with these seeds, but I wasn't sure. I think that I will just purchase some cute flower seeds from the store and go ahead
(Kim on 08/30/08)
That was all the information I needed rolled into one complete answer. A storm took out a chunk and I'm afraid it'll either hit the house or the phon
(Jeff on 08/22/08)
Thank you Mike for that quick response. I'll be potting next weekend.
(Paul on 08/16/08)
Fast response. Excellent knowledge of plant and great help. Shall try to do this this week-end. THANKS
(Rannah Freedman on 07/31/08)
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Recent Answers from Mike Mascio
2008-09-03  seed-saving & cross-pollination Erin, one word of caution when collecting seeds for propagation. The chance of duplicating them is minimal. Your plants, like most sold today, are most likely hybrids. Hybrids are a cross between two different...
2008-08-29  Dry Seeds Kim, they may be too dry or too old. You did the right thing by placing them in a paper towel and plastic bag. I keep seeds for up to five years by storing them in a plastic bag secured in the back...
2008-08-21  Rose of sharon; Propagation Holly, you are doing all the right things. As long as you keep the soil moist, they will eventually germinate. This can take up to 4 weeks. One word of caution. If your sister-in-law's plant was a hybrid...
2008-08-20  trimming a mimosa tree The best time to prune trees is early fall, late winter, or early spring. As some gardeners like to say, there really is no bad time to prune. The exception would be flowering trees and bushes since you...
2008-08-18  apple propagation Richard, cuttings are by far your best option. Simply cut a tender shoot that is at least six inches long. Remove the lower sets of leaves. Dip the cutting in a rooting compound. You can purchase this...
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