Garden dectective: Flowering cherry tree

Our flowering cherry tree is 10 years old and within the past four years has become infected with something that is causing the lower branches to wither and the tree to drop a sticky sap.

How can you help? Wish list from nonprofit agencies, May 20

Following is a wish list of items and volunteer opportunities from nonprofit agencies in Racine County. They were provided by local nonprofit agencies.

Beekeepers expect good year for honey

When most people see a swarm of tens of thousands of bees dangling from a back-yard tree, their last instinct would be to aggressively shake the branch.

How can you help? Wish list from nonprofit agencies, May 13

Following is a wish list of items and volunteer opportunities from nonprofit agencies in Racine County. They were provided by local nonprofit agencies.

Oak-leaf mulch works great — in moderation

Q. Do oak leaves make good mulch for roses or vegetable gardens? I understand they're great in general for enriching the soil.