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The Turf & Gardening Store
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Richmond, VA 23233
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Roanoke, VA 24016
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Lawn & Gardening Advice > Gardening FAQ

Frequently Asked Gardening Questions

  1. When do I feed azaleas?
  2. What can I use in my ornamental beds to control wiregrass?
  3. What can I use to prevent broadleaf weeds in flower beds?
  4. What can I use to keep deer from eathing my flowers and shrubs?

Q: When do I feed azaleas?

A: Feed azaleas right after they stop blooming. You can also give them half a feeding in the fall.

Q: What can I use in my ornamental beds to control wiregrass?

A: Ornamec is an over-the-top spray that controls grassy weeds in ornamental beds.

Q: What can I use to prevent broadleaf weeds in flower beds?

A: Snapshot and Preen Plus are granular products that set up a barrier on the soil to prevent weed seeds from germinating.

Q: What can I use to keep deer from eating my flowers and shrubs?

A: Treeguard can be used on all ornamentals to prevent damage. Do not use this on fruits and vegetables or anything you would consume. Treeguard is made from bitrex, which is extremely bitter.