Garden Fatigue, Sassafras, and Record Breaking Pumpkins | Gardening Simplified Radio Show | Ep. 4

Yes, it's still a fine time to plant Tortuga Juniper in Michigan, as it is very hardy and tough. However, you're running out of time to plant Evergreens, but you still have a week or so.

This might be due to a condition called blossom end rot, which is related to calcium transport issues within the plant. However, without seeing the actual plant or receiving further details, it's hard to diagnose the problem accurately.

There could be several reasons such as planting a different variety unknowingly, issues with the squash vine borer, or getting a delayed start on planting. It's recommended to plant directly from seed for better control over the variety and growth.

The problem plant may be suffering due to its proximity to a sidewalk, which could lead to issues like dog visits, reflected heat, or other environmental factors. It’s suggested to cut all the plants back to 12 inches at the start of the next spring and give them an equal fresh start.

A clean house exterior, a well-manicured lawn, colorful flowers, weeded flower beds, a welcoming front porch, exterior lights, potted plants, a nice mailbox, outdoor seating, and a colorful front door are all top contributors to curb appeal.

Trampolines, beware of dog signs, stone animal statues, tacky mailboxes, and garish colors on the house were found to count negatively towards first curbside impressions.

Seven in ten people think it's unacceptable to walk through a neighbor's yard to get somewhere, and four in five would never allow their pet to go to the bathroom on a neighbor's lawn, indicating a broad consensus on respecting property boundaries and maintaining neighborly etiquette.