| Garden & Landscape |
| What are some good tips for climbing roses outdoors? |
I don't know where in Florida you are, but if you are close to the coast, you will need to amend the soil with some organic matter like compost so the soil will hold water and nutrients. Sand... |
| How do I make my yellow lawn green again? |
Watering everyday will cause your roots to be shallow. Do not water past 9 a.m. because the water will evaporate and create rain elsewhere.... Turn the grass green by spreading a 1/2 inch of compos... |
| Does anyone know what are the best plants to use around a transformer box in our yard? |
You need to leave plenty of room around the transformer for utility workers to access it, otherwise they will just hack off whatever you have planted - Yes they can do that...
Also, you need t... |
| How much water should you give a plant (Impatients) on a daily basis if it is an outdoor plant? |
I'm assuming your plants are potted and not in the little 2" square plastic tray dividers from the nursery. If they are still in those tiny tray squares, their roots will soon take up a... |
| IS it true that aeration of the soil underneath a lawn will promote more weeds the following spring? |
If you spray for weeds a few weeks before you aerate weeds should not be a problem. I spray for weeds, aerate and fertilize Evey fall and have a beautiful lawn every spring ... |
| How can I grow productive tomato plants? |
Tomatoes grow well under full sun conditions, just orientate the rows from south to north not east to west other wise the fruit from one side would get sunburns. If you grow the tomatoes at open f... |
| What kind of soil and fertilizer and whatever else I need to start the small garden in my backyard? |
Get a strawberry pot.
Generally you need rich soil. Get some manure and mix it with your soil. ... |
| How often should i water my tomato plants? |
Go to the nursery section of the hardware store and pick up a water meter. It is about $5.00 and is the best thing since sliced bread. You stick the probe in the soil and it tell instantly if it ... |
| How can egg shells help in the growth of plants? |
Egg shells add calcium to your soil. It is especially great for tomatoes. Also...if you make hard-boiled eggs, save the water, let it cool and you can water your plants with it.
It also helps ... |
| Are the ashes that come from fire places good for plants? |
Yes it is good for your garden. Just be sure to mix it in evenly with compost and spread it out over your garden and mix it well with soil. I had a wood stove; and for ten years I had great results... |
| What's the quickest way to remove bean bags beans from a yard? |
Use a wet - dry vac if you have one. ... |
| Will a cutting from a rosemary plant develop roots and grow if planted? |
Taking a cutting from a rosemary is easiest in the summer, if you remember to water it... Just cut a healthy branch tip (6-8") and stick it dirrectly into a garden bed or pot which contains sa... |
| How often and how much do you water a plant? |
Stick your finger into the soil. If it feels dry, water it. If it is moist, don't. Make sure the tray underneath it does not have standing water in it, which would keep the bottom of the pot t... |
| How fast can you cut a lawn with 2 push mowers? |
I don't think you'll make the $2,000 or profit for that matter by mowing lawns... unless you do huge lawns and charge good money. It depends on the size of the yard. If you have 2 push mo... |
| What kind of Hanging plants can I put out on my porch that has limited sunlight exposure? |
The Wandering Jew is often used as a hanging plant, and will develop long drooping vines even though the plant itself only grows to a few inches in height.
It does best in a cool spot, but not ... |
| Will plants grow or seeds start early on ANY plan specific lightbulb? |
You don't even need artificial light..... you can sprout a seed in complete darkness if you wanted to. After they have sprouted, just put them in a windowsill. ... |
| I have 3 angel trumpet plants. Will they put back out this year or should I just pull them up and start over? |
I love those plants, I know they are o.k. in California, go here for more info
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| What is the best thing I can do to care for my rose bushes/hedge? |
Here is what roses need:
Location: Choose a spot in full sun (light afternoon shade in the hottest regions). An open area with good air circulation will discourage foliage diseases (like black... |
| What Mild Insecticide can I use for petunias? |
The soap thing is one way. I've used insectidal soap mixed with rubbing alcohol with excellent results. It takes care of a larger number of pests than just the soap.
If you can find roten... |
| What plants should I choose for my front yard? |
I also live in W. WA (Tacoma), so I understand about the weather!
How about planting succulants, or Candytuft in and around the rocks? Azaleas/Rhodies would be nice and can be trimmed when they g... |
| How do I grow great cabbages and broccoli organically? |
It sounds like your soil should be in great shape with everything that you are doing. We often blame our soils for lack of nutrients, but seldom is that the problem. If your soils are dominated by ... |
| What is the best way to keep birds from eating my strawberries ?? |
My mom had the same problem and she got a bobble-head owl. It kept the birds away, but the squirrels just found a new friend. So, netting, while not attractive, is probably your best bet. ... |
| What is the average cost for small landscaping jobs? |
Most landscapers work by the hour some will work for a set fee. Sounds like project could be larger than you think time you fill some holes plant some trees and replace the edging---I would think ... |
| What happens when you salt someones yard? |
It contaminates the soil and plants will die. It can be a while before plants will grow there again. There's nothing funny about it. Many people would be devastated by such a thing. After ... |
| It seems like my yard is having problems growing a lot of plants I used to grow after Katrina,why? |
You have to think about what is in the water. Oil, gas, sewage, salt, and everything else. Just give the ground a some more time to repair its self. After Rita I am still planting my flowers in ... |
| When is the best time of year to plant Tulip bulbs in Ontario Canada ? |
Tulips are a perennial. I live in western NY and I've planted tulips anytime in spring-fall and they've always bloomed the next year. They are hardy through winter. In fact, they need ... |
| What's the best way to care for seedlings while on vacation? |
If they are indoors or out, you will need someone to take care of them while you are gone. Seedlings need to be watered at least every other day and if they are not watered, they will die. Also s... |
| What annual flowers are wroth the time to buy and plant? |
Petunias, marigolds, pansies (actually these are self-seeding annuals but most people pull them before the plants go to seed), zinnias, and many 'green leaf' annuals are very abundant and... |
| How can I prevent birds flying into my windows? |
There is a product called Window alert static clings. They are translucent maple leaf shaped decals that create a frosted glass appearance to us, but to birds who used UV light-they are a clear wa... |
| What is the best way to grow tomatoes in hot dry conditions? |
Tomatoes like the heat, not sure just how much is too much though. What I can tell you, though, is that tomatoes love lots a water. Obviously, do not drown them, but they need to be kept moist. ... |
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