Question: I  finished harvesting asparagus in late spring. Now, what should I do about the spears that are left ? Can  they be cut off.?
Answer: Allow the leftover spears to develop into ferns. Occasional fertilizing and adequate
moisture will help the plants develop sufficient top growth while they photosensitive and store nutrients
for next years crop.

Question: What causes my cucumbers to become bitter tasting?
Answewr: Bitterness is associated with the formation of the alkaloid curbing. High temperature, low moisture, low  fertility or foliage disease can contribute to bitterness. Once a plant produces bitter fruit, remove it from the garden because all subsequent fruit will be affected similarly.

Question:  My tomatoes are turning yellow on the top, can I save them?
Answer: Your tomatoes are suffering from sun scald . They likely have spotted wilt virus. Try spraying with Seconal  if at least parts are not rotted.

Question: Do melons cross pollinate ?
Answer: Melons can cross pollinate but the results will not be evident until the next generation.
You can save your seeds for next year . If you plant them there will be some surprises. You may choose to be surprized.

Question: What is that irridescent bug that is on my roses?
Answer: If you had not met this bug by now, it is the infamous Japanese beetle. It devours roses and many other flowering plants. You can spray with sevin. You can shake them in a bucket of soapy water early in the morning, they sleep late. You can hang up a trap. Just be sure it is at least five feet from the plant that is being attacked.

Question: Can I use sugar from corn in the hummingbirds feeder?
Answer: It is safe to use almost any sugar in the hummingbird feeder. It is important to keep the feeder clean and the water fresh.

Question: There is powdery  mildew on my dogwood, how can I save my tree?
Answer: Spray your dogwood tree with daconil being sure to get the affected parts. Be sure the tree gets sufficient water especially, during the hot days of summer.