| Garden & Landscape |
| Is there a commercially available product that will cause moles to leave my yard and go wherever? |
this works - really!
Go to the tunnel, and put a stick of Juicy Fruit Gum in the hole. Wear rubber gloves though so you do not leave your human scent on the gum..... OK so this kills the moles... |
| What do I need to do to put rock in my yard, where there is now dead grass? |
I would kill the weeds and grass where you want to put the rock in. You can buy a special fabric (it's called landscaping fabric, or weed stopper) that you can lay down right on the dirt and p... |
| How to get rid of bag worms in trees? |
While burining works it is not the best method over all because the worms will return again and again. It can also be dangerous if you choose not to cut the branches to be burned because you can se... |
| Can I grow a lemon tree in Washington State? |
Sure, you can.
In the house.
I can't think of anywhere in Washington state that a lemon can be grown outdoors successfully year-round in the open weather. I know I am going to get all kind... |
| I sprayed weed b gone on my lawn and some plants, are they gone for good? |
I hate to say it but they are gone for good. Sorry. ... |
| Can I use pressure treated wood to make a new pot for my gigantic staghorn fern? |
Waterborne, Creosote, and Oil-borne (penta) are the three broad classes of preservatives typically used when pressure-treating wood.
Wood treated with waterborne preservatives is typically used... |
| How can I make my lawn look vibrant? |
It may be time to reseed to cover over the brown patches. Then follow a good watering schedule to make sure the grass gets the water it needs. You didn't mention weeds, but pulling weeds and u... |
| How to plant a dog friendly flower bed? |
While I'm not sure about the poisonous aspect, here are some that are friendly for dogs walking through them -- hostas, ferns, boxwood, daylilies. You can also put up a small wooden fence arou... |
| When beginning a Vegetable Garden, what are good vegetable to begin with? |
-- Tomatoes grow like weeds
-- Peppers are pretty easy if you have long warm summers
-- If you like green beans, then they are worth growing and are very easy. They have the advantage that they... |
| What flowers can grow well in a rock filled flower bed? |
The plants that tolerate the reflected heat of rock or gravel mulch are generally known as Mediterranean plants. Many herbs are Mediterranean, like Rosemary, Thyme and Lavender. There are shrubs... |
| I'm starting a rock garden from a small pond. Can some rock gardeners give me advice about rocks and plants? |
Try this
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| What can you grow in a greenhouse? |
Tomato plants will grow easily in a greenhouse as long as enough light gets in. You can self pollinate the flowers with a small artists paintbrush as the bees might not be able to get into the gree... |
| What are some good potted plants that grow in shade or partial shade? |
first you have to decide if you want to plant perinnials or annuals. Perinnial plants come back every year Annuals have to be planted every year. It also depends on your zone. You can check with y... |
| Would it help, hurt, or not do anything at all if I diluted some B vitamins and watered plants with it? |
My dad was a Master Gardner he did that all the time....but I only know of him using 'C' and 'ferrous sulfate' (iron) ... |
| What are some of the most profitable crops one could grow? |
Was that a western province of CANADA...?
If you do indeed live in Canada, I'm not sure I would suggest tomotoes and peppers, it might be too cold for them to produce relably. Sometimes it is... |
| What is the best way to keep sparrows away from my bird feeder? |
Sparrows are birds.
It's a bird feeder.
Hm.
I must be missing something here.
-Stuart ... |
| What kind of pot plants have lots of buds and flowers? what pot plant should i get? |
Female ... |
| How can I protect grass seeds from birds? |
if you don't want to buy a lot of expensive stuff that don't work then apply an extra half pound of grass seed over what is required. the birds will get some, the ants and mice will get s... |
| How do I keep birds off my balcony? |
Hi,
Get a thing called a "scarecrow" which is a combination of a lawn sprinkler with a motion detector.
Install it near your door using a small easy to install hose that will attach... |
| What is the best way to keep Marguerites flowering? |
Hi K.B.!
You're doing exactly the right thing.
Regular deadheading will keep them going for the longest possible time.
I us a knife to take mine off, but it doesn't really matter what ... |
| We recently transplanted a large gardenia bush. Some of the leaves are turning yellow. What is causing this? |
When you move a large bush, however careful you are, you will damage or remove a large number of roots. It is tricky to move a bush in the summer when they have a great need of water. It is usually... |
| Any suggestions for removing the ground in dirt on your fingers that you get when pulling weeds? |
Tell your husband to pull the weeds. ... |
| What kind of soil do you grow a Colorado Blue Spruce Tree in? |
Although CBS is very hardy in most soil, a well drained sandy loam would be ideal. High organic matter in the soil is good too. I would use Miracid for fertilizer, but a standard tree and shrub f... |
| What is a good smelling plant that I can have around my house? |
any number of herbs, lavender, rosemary, thyme etc. Another benefit being that you can use them for cooking too ... |
| How close to the property line can you plant bushes and trees? |
Legally, you can plant right up to the existing property line. If you're having a problem with a neighbor's greenery encroaching onto your property, try discussing it with the neighbor. ... |
| What chemical is needed to induce leaf variegation on sansevieria plants? |
Whoa !! I thought I was into freaky stuff. I can get the chemicals but your going to have to take a trip to Chernobyl to see this one through. RScott ... |
| Why are the top leaves of my tomato plants wilted later in the day.? |
With the hot, humid weather we've been having here in the Northeast, I have the same thing. I first check to see if they need a drink by sticking my finger in the dirt a couple of inches. If... |
| How much Miracle Grow to put in a 32 oz of water like one teaspoon or what? |
A gallon is 64 ounces so use 1/2 teaspoon.
Quart = 16 ounces
Gallon = 64 ounces
4 quarts = 1 gallon ... |
| How can I make sure my pumpkin plants flower? |
i just planted some pumpkins myself. About a month and a half ago. I got leaves and about 3 flowers. I'm about to use BLOSSOM PLUS (miracle grow). I hope this helps. I know it helped my b... |
| What are some small flowering perrennials that last all summer long? |
I use zinnias ... |
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