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Asparagus spikes will fern out with patience
BOB MORRIS

I recently purchased an asparagus fern, which now, after a few weeks of tender loving care, has decided to go bonkers. It is sending up spikes of growth with little or no “leaves” on it! Should these be trimmed or left alone and see how they end up?

Mono Lake’s salt waters sure to buoy your spirits
DEBORAH WALL

Mono Lake is one of the most unusual bodies of water you’ll ever experience. So concentrated are its salts that fish can’t live in it, and human beings are so buoyant they have a hard time sinking.

Older grapes require deeper, less frequent watering
BOB MORRIS

Question: My grapevines are not growing as usual. I have had them for seven years. They always give me nice big leaves, but this year, they are very small and brown like they are dying or lacking something.

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Wildhorse is on the list of old friends to visit

I’m guessing you are a lot like me: got to try new things, experience new environs, keep things fresh. But when that new restaurant or store opens, we’re there. Same goes with golf courses.

Some cactus fruit must be eaten with caution
BOB MORRIS

Question: I would love to plant op-a-la-ah (not sure of spelling) cactus, the kind that looks like Mickey Mouse ears and grows red cactus pears, also known as prickly pears. Several of my neighbors have them. The problem is the tiny stickers on the fruit. I have heard that there is a variety that does not have stickers. Please advise me what they are called.

Rim-to-rim canyon hike a peak experience
DEBORAH WALL

Of all the ways one could see the Grand Canyon, one of the very best is to hike across it, rim to rim. It is a tough physical hike, and the logistics are complicated, as you need to get camping permits in advance and arrange transportation from the destination rim back to the trailhead where you presumably left your vehicle.

Sensitive loquat requires sun protection
BOB MORRIS

Question: I planted a five gallon loquat in my front yard three months ago in April. It seemed to be taking just fine at first. A few weeks ago, I noticed the older leaves were beginning to turn brown, and the newer leaves seem to be shriveling up. When I purchased it, I was told it was OK to plant in full sun. During this heat, I drip water it every two days. I estimate it receives about six gallons per watering. I check the soil regularly to make sure the soil is not drying out. Any thoughts?

Pesky bugs make protecting basil difficult
BOB MORRIS

Question: This picture I sent to you shows my chewed Genovese basil. If you enlarge the picture you will see small insects resembling those who ate the leaves of the plant. What can I do without poisoning my basil?

Big Bear has many summer excursions in one
DEBORAH WALL

If you are looking for a great summer destination that affords cool temperatures and more outdoor opportunities than you would expect in any town, consider pointing your wagon toward Big Bear Lake, Calif.

Sequoia National Park a must-see in high summer
DEBORAH WALL

If you have a few days and dollars this summer to invest, you can get much for your money and time at Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks in California. In these adjacent and jointly managed parks about six hours from Las Vegas, you can wander among the largest trees on earth, hike some of the 850 miles of maintained trail, swim in cool snow-fed mountain streams, and maybe see a black bear or three.

Pointless to attempt olive elimination
BOB MORRIS

Question: Last fall, we planted an olive tree that was certified to be nonfruit blooming. Now, it is full of olives! I just want it to grow. So, should we pluck the little olives off the tree so it can put its energy into growth?

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