January 1, 2004 · Ask Master Gardener

traffic island plantings??? HELP

I planted gladiolas at my volunteer traffic island. will they grow by summer?

I also saw some wonderful looking cacti looking, rock garden plants which I think would be best for the traffic island since there is no watering access to the island.

any suggestions?


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  1. kris - May 23, 2004 at 12:07 pm

    traffic island plantings??? HELP
    Gladiolus can be planted from March thru end of May. Plant them as soon as possible for summer bloom
    Depending on where you live cactii plantings can work for where there is no access to water. It is important that your container has good drainage and the soil stays dry. Wet soil will cause root rot. An occasional rainfall is fine but if you get a lot of rain you may want to consider a different planting. Be sure to acclimate(gradual outdoor exposure) your cactii before you plant it in full sun..

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  2. Brigitte - July 29, 2004 at 8:15 pm

    for the 1. Time I have a trumpet vine plant and I am loosing all the leaves it is in a container, what did I do?

    Are the leaves turning yellow? Have you changed your watering practices – too dry to wet?

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