Our Indian hawthorn bushes seem to have a disease. They were thriving a few weeks ago, and now they are practically bare. The leaves have spots and are turning red and dropping off. What would you ...

Reflecting on the recent cold days, I decided to write about a cold-hardy shrub that also grows well in Hawaii. Indian hawthorn is an evergreen shrub that is adaptable to a variety of locations here.

Even at the end of September there are lingering worries about shrub damage sustained in last February’s deep freeze. Many gardeners continue to express apprehension, wondering how to prepare for this ...