Plant Event Reports from klc210 - Pittsburgh, PA (Zone 6b)

Plant Date(s) Report
Rose (Rosa 'Camille Pissarro') On May 29, 2023 Obtained plant
Rose had black spot so kept in container while I treated the plant. Plan to plant in ground around September
Rose (Rosa 'White Lies') On May 29, 2023 Obtained plant
Rose had black spot so kept in container while trying to get rid of the black spot. Plan to plant in ground around September
Aloe Vera (Aloe vera) On November 30, 2022 Plant emerged
Baby Aloe emerged. Also adult Aloe doing good, leaves thickened and standing up nicely. Root rot gone.
Fox Grape (Vitis labrusca) On November 12, 2022 Maintenance performed
(Using Harris Neem Oil concentrate I sprayed entire plant including stems & leaves both front and back. Also used same concentrate to drench the roots (using about 2-3 cups for the drench)
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sunshine Blue') On November 12, 2022 Maintenance performed
(Using Harris Neem Oil concentrate I sprayed entire plant including stems & leaves both front and back. Also used same concentrate to drench the roots (using about 2-3 cups for the drench)
Meadow Sage (Salvia pratensis) On November 12, 2022 Maintenance performed
Using Harris's Neem Concentrate sprayed entire plant & ground around the plant. This was to get the Neem into the soil & hopefully into the roots.
Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus 'Heritage') On November 12, 2022 Maintenance performed
(Using Harris Neem Oil concentrate I sprayed entire plant including stems & leaves both front and back. Also used same concentrate to drench the roots (using about 2-3 cups for the drench)
Everbearing Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus 'Caroline') On November 12, 2022 Maintenance performed
(Using Harris Neem Oil concentrate I sprayed entire plant including stems & leaves both front and back. Also used same concentrate to drench the roots (using about 2-3 cups for the drench)
Blackberry (Rubus 'Natchez') On November 12, 2022 Maintenance performed
(Using Harris Neem Oil concentrate I sprayed entire plant including stems & leaves both front and back. Also used same concentrate to drench the roots (using about 2-3 cups for the drench)
English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead') On November 12, 2022 Maintenance performed
(Using Harris Neem Oil concentrate I sprayed entire plant including stems & leaves both front and back. Also used same concentrate to drench the roots (using about 2-3 cups for the drench)
Clematis 'Carnaby' On November 12, 2022 Maintenance performed
(Using Harris Neem Oil concentrate I sprayed entire plant including stems & leaves both front and back. Also used same concentrate to drench the roots (using about 2-3 cups for the drench)
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sunshine Blue') On November 12, 2022 Maintenance performed
(Using Harris Neem Oil concentrate I sprayed entire plant including stems & leaves both front and back. Also used same concentrate to drench the roots (using about 2-3 cups for the drench))
Meadow Sage (Salvia pratensis) On October 30, 2022 Transplanted
Moved from next to hydrangea to far left corn. hydrangea was shading half of plant. That half of plant was dead but other side was doing fine.
Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus 'Heritage') On October 23, 2022 Transplanted
Took plant out of the container it was purchased inside. Put along backyard fence next to Caroline Raspberry.
(Dug hole, broke up dirt (clay) on sides and botttom of hole with the shovel. Put a thin layer of new dirt (2 bags of Miracle Grow garden soil & 1 bag of black cow manure mixed) at bottom of hole. Took the grass from digging the hole and broke & ripped it up then put on bottom of hole. this was for the organic matter that I found mentioned with planting instructions. I then finished filling the hole with the dirt mixture pressing down slightly to avoid empty spaces around roots. When the hole was halfway full with the plant stabalized I poured Bonide Root & Grow Concentrate, a root stimulator and plant starter, all over the roots making sure I didnt miss any. when possible I dunked the roots into the liquid then poured it onto the roots.)
Meyer Lemon (Citrus x limon 'Meyer') On October 22, 2022 Miscellaneous Event
Took plant inside house for the winter. Put in dining room on window bench.
Fox Grape (Vitis labrusca) On October 22, 2022 Maintenance performed
Using Harris Neem Oil concentrate I sprayed entire plant including stems & leaves both front and back. Also used same concentrate to drench the roots (using about 2-3 cups for the drench)
English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead') On October 15, 2022 Transplanted
Moved from container to front yard corner to the left of porch steps.
(Dug hole, broke up dirt (clay) on sides and botttom of hole with the shovel. Put a thin layer of new dirt (2 bags of Miracle Grow garden soil & 1 bag of black cow manure mixed) at bottom of hole. Took the grass from digging the hole and broke & ripped it up then put on bottom of hole. this was for the organic matter that I found mentioned with planting instructions. I then finished filling the hole with the dirt mixture pressing down slightly to avoid empty spaces around roots. When the hole was halfway full with the plant stabalized I poured Bonide Root & Grow Concentrate, a root stimulator and plant starter, all over the roots making sure I didnt miss any. when possible I dunked the roots into the liquid then poured it onto the roots.)
Clematis 'Carnaby' On October 15, 2022 Transplanted
Took from container and planted in front yard on the left side of the porch.
Transplanted (Dug hole, broke up dirt (clay) on sides and botttom of hole with the shovel. Put a thin layer of new dirt (2 bags of Miracle Grow garden soil & 1 bag of black cow manure mixed) at bottom of hole. Took the grass from digging the hole and broke & ripped it up then put on bottom of hole. this was for the organic matter that I found mentioned with planting instructions. I then finished filling the hole with the dirt mixture pressing down slightly to avoid empty spaces around roots. When the hole was halfway full with the plant stabalized I poured Bonide Root & Grow Concentrate, a root stimulator and plant starter, all over the roots making sure I didnt miss any. when possible I dunked the roots into the liquid then poured it onto the roots.)
Blackberry (Rubus 'Natchez') On October 15, 2022 Transplanted
Dug up and moved plant to back right side of yard along the inside of the fence so Heritage Raspberry can be planted in its spot. This way the 2 Raspberries are next to each other.
(Dug hole, broke up dirt (clay) on sides and botttom of hole with the shovel. Put a thin layer of new dirt (2 bags of Miracle Grow garden soil & 1 bag of black cow manure mixed) at bottom of hole. Took the grass from digging the hole and broke & ripped it up then put on bottom of hole. this was for the organic matter that I found mentioned with planting instructions. I then finished filling the hole with the dirt mixture pressing down slightly to avoid empty spaces around roots. When the hole was halfway full with the plant stabalized I poured Bonide Root & Grow Concentrate, a root stimulator and plant starter, all over the roots making sure I didnt miss any. when possible I dunked the roots into the liquid then poured it onto the roots.)
Storksbill (Pelargonium 'Citronella') On October 15, 2022 Winterized
Brought inside for the winter. Put in dining window.
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sunshine Blue') On October 15, 2022 Transplanted
Planted in backyard on left side of yard along wall. Added acid to soil to raise the soil PH.
Transplanted (Dug hole, broke up dirt (clay) on sides and botttom of hole with the shovel. Put a thin layer of new dirt (2 bags of Miracle Grow garden soil & 1 bag of black cow manure mixed) at bottom of hole. Took the grass from digging the hole and broke & ripped it up then put on bottom of hole. this was for the organic matter that I found mentioned with planting instructions. I then finished filling the hole with the dirt mixture pressing down slightly to avoid empty spaces around roots. When the hole was halfway full with the plant stabalized I poured Bonide Root & Grow Concentrate, a root stimulator and plant starter, all over the roots making sure I didnt miss any. when possible I dunked the roots into the liquid then poured it onto the roots.)
Fox Grape (Vitis labrusca) On October 3, 2022 Transplanted
Dug hole, broke up dirt (clay) on sides and botttom of hole with the shovel. Put a thin layer of new dirt (2 bags of Miracle Grow garden soil & 1 bag of black cow manure mixed) at bottom of hole. Took the grass from digging the hole and broke & ripped it up then put on bottom of hole. this was for the organic matter that I found mentioned with planting instructions. I then finished filling the hole with the dirt mixture pressing down slightly to avoid empty spaces around roots. When the hole was halfway full with the plant stabalized I poured Bonide Root & Grow Concentrate, a root stimulator and plant starter, all over the roots making sure I didnt miss any. when possible I dunked the roots into the liquid then poured it onto the roots.
New York Aster (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Magic Pink') On October 3, 2022 Transplanted
Planted in backyard closed in area, left of back gate.
Transplanted (Dug hole, broke up dirt (clay) on sides and botttom of hole with the shovel. Put a thin layer of new dirt (2 bags of Miracle Grow garden soil & 1 bag of black cow manure mixed) at bottom of hole. Took the grass from digging the hole and broke & ripped it up then put on bottom of hole. this was for the organic matter that I found mentioned with planting instructions. I then finished filling the hole with the dirt mixture pressing down slightly to avoid empty spaces around roots. When the hole was halfway full with the plant stabalized I poured Bonide Root & Grow Concentrate, a root stimulator and plant starter, all over the roots making sure I didnt miss any. when possible I dunked the roots into the liquid then poured it onto the roots.)
New York Aster (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii Days™ Blue) On October 3, 2022 Transplanted
Planted in backyard to the left of the back gate in front of closed off area.
Transplanted (Dug hole, broke up dirt (clay) on sides and botttom of hole with the shovel. Put a thin layer of new dirt (2 bags of Miracle Grow garden soil & 1 bag of black cow manure mixed) at bottom of hole. Took the grass from digging the hole and broke & ripped it up then put on bottom of hole. this was for the organic matter that I found mentioned with planting instructions. I then finished filling the hole with the dirt mixture pressing down slightly to avoid empty spaces around roots. When the hole was halfway full with the plant stabalized I poured Bonide Root & Grow Concentrate, a root stimulator and plant starter, all over the roots making sure I didnt miss any. when possible I dunked the roots into the liquid then poured it onto the roots.)
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sunshine Blue') On September 5, 2022 Obtained plant
New York Aster (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Magic Pink') On September 5, 2022 Obtained plant
New York Aster (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii Days™ Blue) On September 5, 2022 Obtained plant
Fox Grape (Vitis labrusca) On September 5, 2022 Obtained plant
Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus 'Heritage') On September 5, 2022 Obtained plant
Left plant in the container it was purchsed inside of until eventually plant in ground.
Aloe Vera (Aloe vera) On July 31, 2022 Transplanted
Separated baby Aloe & planted in its own pot. Also cleaned adult Aloe & replanted in new container. Adult has root rot hoping to save.
Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla Seaside Serenade® Cape Hatteras) On July 19, 2022 Transplanted
Planted in backyard on the right side corner of the house.
(Dug hole, broke up dirt (clay) on sides and botttom of hole with the shovel. Put a thin layer of new dirt (2 bags of Miracle Grow garden soil & 1 bag of black cow manure mixed) at bottom of hole. Took the grass from digging the hole and broke & ripped it up then put on bottom of hole. this was for the organic matter that I found mentioned with planting instructions. I then finished filling the hole with the dirt mixture pressing down slightly to avoid empty spaces around roots. When the hole was halfway full with the plant stabalized I poured Bonide Root & Grow Concentrate, a root stimulator and plant starter, all over the roots making sure I didnt miss any. when possible I dunked the roots into the liquid then poured it onto the roots.)
Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla Magical® Greenfire) On July 19, 2022 Transplanted
(Dug hole, broke up dirt (clay) on sides and botttom of hole with the shovel. Put a thin layer of new dirt (2 bags of Miracle Grow garden soil & 1 bag of black cow manure mixed) at bottom of hole. Took the grass from digging the hole and broke & ripped it up then put on bottom of hole. this was for the organic matter that I found mentioned with planting instructions. I then finished filling the hole with the dirt mixture pressing down slightly to avoid empty spaces around roots. When the hole was halfway full with the plant stabalized I poured Bonide Root & Grow Concentrate, a root stimulator and plant starter, all over the roots making sure I didnt miss any. when possible I dunked the roots into the liquid then poured it onto the roots.)nted next to back porch steps on the right side.
English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead') On July 18, 2022 Transplanted
tranplanted to bigger container
Blackberry (Rubus 'Natchez') On July 18, 2022 Transplanted
Planted in backyard along back fence next to Carolina Raspberry. Cut down to 1 main branch about 9 inch in length.
Everbearing Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus 'Caroline') On July 18, 2022 Transplanted
Planted in backyard along inside of fence to the right of back gate.
Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla Magical® Greenfire) On July 14, 2022 Maintenance performed
Cut back to main stems due to spider mites starting to kill the plant
English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead') On July 2, 2022 Obtained plant
Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla Seaside Serenade® Cape Hatteras) On July 2, 2022 Obtained plant
Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla Magical® Greenfire) On July 2, 2022 Obtained plant
Meyer Lemon (Citrus x limon 'Meyer') On July 2, 2022 Obtained plant
Clematis 'Carnaby' On July 2, 2022 Obtained plant
Blackberry (Rubus 'Natchez') On July 2, 2022 Obtained plant
Left in container for now.
Everbearing Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus 'Caroline') On July 2, 2022 Obtained plant
Storksbill (Pelargonium 'Citronella') On July 2, 2022 Obtained plant
Left in original container & put on back porch
Meadow Sage (Salvia pratensis) On June 22, 2010 Transplanted
Planted in backyard along back of fence inside bordered yard. Planted next to Hydrangea.
Meadow Sage (Salvia pratensis) On June 12, 2010 Obtained plant
Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Prairie Blue Eyes') On June 10, 2010 Obtained plant
June 12, 2010: Obtained plant (Purchased from Hahn's Nursery)
June 22, 2010: Transplanted (Planted 2 plants in backyard along very back of fence in area with border. )
May 16, 2015: Miscellaneous Event (Divided 2 original plants. Got 3 additional plants from that division for a total of 5 plants.)
May 17, 2015: Transplanted (Planted 3 new plants in back left of the carport. Spread these plants with a bush between each plant.)
October 30, 2022: Miscellaneous Event (Divided 2 plants still in the backyard by fence. Ended up getting an additional 20-30 plants. )
November 5, 2022: Transplanted (Started planting about 10 new plants spread throughout bordered area along fence in backyard. Started running out of time to transplant the 10-20 remaining new plants since I wanted to make sure they were in the ground early enough to root before the first frost. Dug one big hole and just put them all into there. I'll finishing dividing them and planting them in the spring. I'll also divide plants next to carport in the spring.)
November 12, 2022: Maintenance performed (Using Harris's Neem Concentrate sprayed entire plant & ground surrounding plant to soak into soil & roots. )

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