| Garden & Landscape |
| What is the best way to preserve a cedar privacy fence? |
Penofin wood stain.Thompson's is a total waste of time.Consumer reports gave it a horrible rating.I have used Penofin for years.Check out their website. ... |
| Does anybody know how to get rid of dandelions with out chemicals? |
Nothing works better than 'Chemlawn'
Sorry but other than the idea of having the kids out picking,there's not much hope than mowing your lawn twice a day until the season is ove... |
| How long does it take for Giant spider lilies to sprout? |
As with vegetables, there are advantages to setting out some plants as transplants and others from seed. Single-potted annual plants or packs of annuals containing several transplants are more expe... |
| What are the best tall grass perennials for a shady area in Northeast Wisconsin? |
I have a beautiful tall grass (zebra grass) grows about 4' to 5' tall and has variegated yellow and green stripes. It dies back in the winter with the first hard frost, but comes back in... |
| What type of shade plants that flower are there? |
I've never seen it get hot enough to do any damage.........
..............Azaleas and Rhodies
............................Hollies ..........................Hosta Pla... |
| How often and for how long should I water my new shrubs? |
Since you are talking about NEW shrubs you should water deeply:
1) Every day for the 1st week (unless it rains).
2) Reduce to every 2-3 days for the next 2 weeks.
3) Twice a week for ... |
| Where can I buy Milky Spore in Sydney to help with my lawn grub problem? |
TRY HERE Garden Extra
58-60 Crystal Street
Petersham NSW 2049
OPEN 7 DAYS!
Tel: +61 2 9569 3200 ... |
| How do I get my Cattleya orchid to regrow its roots? |
only water it slightly
repot it in bark and potting soil and sand I think ... |
| What is a good plant or flower that will live in the hot sun or cold weather? |
Go to your local garden center. They would be able to give more help since they know where you live and the gardening conditions. ... |
| What is the best way to get rid of saplings of trees that spring up in your lawn? |
The easiest way to remove them is to use a small hand shovel.
Push it in as far as it will go on each side of the plant. This severs the roots radiating out. Then either push the trowel in on an... |
| What is the best way to grow plants in the basement? |
How's about I stop by and show you how to set things up. Then we can make some sweet kitty love. ... |
| How much does a stamped concrete patio add to the value of my home? |
No, you will never add that much to the value of your home. Most projects add only a fraction of their cost to the value of your home. Some projects, like kitchen upgrades, can add 90% or more to t... |
| What are the best plants to put in a location with partial sun and hardly any water? |
Nasturtiums are vine like and grow well in containers or beds....They have red orange and yellow flowers and prefer poor dry soil...Pansys would do well and they bloom all year round
Also my shad... |
| What are some fast growing evergreens for zone 5 at a good price? |
Privet - Cheyenne
Privet - Cheyenne Details:
Plant Facts
Mature Height : 6-8 feet
Mature Spread : 4-6 feet
Mature Form : upright
Growth Rate : fast
Sun Exposure : Full Sun - Par... |
| Is it safe to use creeping rosemary from my garden in the kitchen in place of tuscan? |
Yes, of course. I use it constantly. Just make sure that you wash it well.
:) ... |
| How do you hide the cord and where do you plug it in for outdoor water fountains? |
Whomever installed your new addition should have had both the knowledge and ability to perform the functions you are requesting! I will state that I apologize if you alone bought and installed the... |
| What kind of lumber should I use for building raised beds for vegetables? |
NOT CEDAR...AS IT SOMETIMES REACTS TO CERTAIN TYPES OF VEGETATION AS IT BREAKS DOWN...I USE HARD PLASTIC SHEETS OR ACRYLIC PANELS...YOU CAN ANCHOR THEM WITH STAKES OF WOOD ...BUT WHAT GREAT IS YOU ... |
| How to build enthusiasm for plants with allergy prone children? |
I like answer #1 for a start, but you may want to find something "fun" for kids to kick it off, like venus-fly-traps or the like.
Not the best plants, for sure, but still it's act... |
| What happens if I accidently plant TOO MANY plants CLOSE TOGETHER?? |
you will have a lovely cottage garden look. next year you can dig up the perennials, and move them about if need be, but this year enjoy the beauty of the garden you have created. ... |
| How much would it cost to put in a grass tennis court on a large lawn? |
You will need to make sure it is graded properly and will need special grass and mowing equipment (like golf greens). Should also be fenced. I would guess $10,000 min.. ... |
| What is the name of a plant that looks like a lizard's tail? |
There is a plant grown for the water garden called a lizard's tail. It has white flowers that "wiggle" in the wind.
Are you talking about the leaf, the flower, or the whole pla... |
| What would be a nice evergreen tree hedge that would get tall and grow quickly? |
Do you really want to be trimming the darn thing two or even three times a year?
I know it is not as quick growing but Yew is the absolute Rolls Royce of hedging. Providing you prepare the soil... |
| Can i grow Narcissus Erlicheer 10 large bulb seeds Indoors? |
Yes, you can. Narcissus 'Erlicheer' does well in containers.
If you buy Narcissus for forcing (planting indoors), most Narcissus must have at least six and preferably eight weeks of ... |
| How do you get creeping roses to creep? |
you have to train them either on a tralis or by gentaly laying the bush over ... |
| How should I build a compost bin? |
Don't put a clear cover on, just use the garbage can lid. The compost will heat up on it's own. If the garbage can is dark in colour then that will help with the heating as well as the ... |
| How do I keep my cats from using my garden for a litter box? |
I have used cayenne pepper flakes scattered around to keep cats away. My neighbour suggested it and so far it has worked quite well for me. ... |
| When is the best time of year to overseed my yard? |
Well fall is the BEST time to overseed it, but now will do just fine. Most people don't think of it in the fall. If you want to do it this spring, don't wait to much longer. You need to d... |
| How many times should you water your lawn in the summer? |
everyday
early in the morning and when the sun goes down
and whoever says DONT WATER it, is an idiot, i worked in landscaping for 5 years.
you should also fertalize and lime your yard as wel... |
| What is the best method to kill weeds? |
Salt will spoil the soil for years and does spread so never a good idea unless it is an area you will never plant.
Vinegar works as long as you are using the 25% type (not found in regular store... |
| What causes tomato plants to die from the bottom until it reaches the top of the plant? |
too hot of roots
soppy always wet soil
soupy pot situation cooked roots as with a black pot rather than a clay pot...
too hot for it where it was? ... |
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