Month: November 2020
Manure vs. Black Dirt to get a New Lawn
November 29, 2020
Installing a new yard frequently demands amending your soil to match the turf grass’ root processes and demands. Sometimes this means laying down fresh topsoil, occasionally known as “black dirt” or laying down other organic materials, such as binder, to help feed your new yard. Topsoil You may need topsoil for new lawns in subdivisions […]
Uses for a Winterberry Plant
November 27, 2020
Because of its adaptability and effortless growth habits, winterberry (Ilex verticillata) offers a number of possibilities for landscaping. A kind of holly, winterberry reaches heights of 16 feet from the wild, but typically tops out at about ten feet in the home garden. Winterberry is hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 […]
What Exactly Are Mud Tunnels in a Yard Caused By?
November 25, 2020
If you discover tubes or tunnels that seem to be made of mud in your yard, you’ve stumbled upon a potentially significant issue — termites. These mud arrangements indicate the existence of a termite colony someplace nearby. If they extend from the floor up to some portion of your dwelling, termites could have invaded your […]
Dry Landscaping Ideas
November 23, 2020
Dry landscapes require little-to-no additional water beyond what nature supplies, and they are a viable option for a gorgeous lawn if you reside in an area where water conservation is encouraged. The added plus of dry landscaping would be you do not have a massive expanse of lawn to maintain. Reducing Yard If you would […]
The Best Indian Hawthorn for a Tall Hedge
November 21, 2020
Indian hawthorn (Rapheolepsis spp.) Is one of the most flexible flowering shrubs growing in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 8 through 11. Lots of the varieties available in nurseries are dwarf varieties and will form short to medium height hedges, but not a tall hedge. Majestic Beauty (Rhaphiolepis x “Montic”) is the tallest […]
Distance Between Maple Tree Planting
November 19, 2020
Maple trees add to people’s lives in many ways, from their beauty during the autumn into the ability of some species to supply people with food for their tables in the kind of syrup and other products derived from their sap. Depending upon what they are used for, trees must be spaced a certain distance […]
The Wear Tolerance of Seeded Bermuda Grass
November 16, 2020
Bermuda grasses (Cynodon spp.) Grow well in hot climates and tolerate droughts and soils with a high salt content. They are particularly valued for their high wear tolerance. Wear tolerance is the capability of lawn grasses to defy vehicle and foot traffic. Traffic creates pressure which crushes stems, crowns and leaves of grass plants. The […]
What to Use to State Rawhide Lamp Shades
November 13, 2020
If you travel to the American southwest, your souvenirs may include rawhide lampshades. These attractively translucent colors can crack in low-humidity surroundings if you don’t look after them. As with other high-quality leather goods, they need regular conditioning. State with Neatsfoot Oil The very best method to keep rawhide supple would be to state it […]
Can I Feed Lemon Juice to Plants?
November 10, 2020
Everything in moderation: a motto not just for life, but also for gardening. Lemon juice exemplifies this perfect, being a fluid that can aid your plants or damage them, depending on how it’s utilized. Adding small amounts of lemon juice into the ground makes the soil more acidic, altering the pH, but pouring it over […]
Which Is Better: Stamped or Stenciled Concrete?
November 6, 2020
Decorative concrete gives your driveway, walkway and patio the appearance of real stones, pavers, bricks or shingles without the expense and labor of laying these elements by hand. A timeless appearance, stamped or stenciled concrete comes at a lower cost when compared with genuine bricks, stones or pavers. But deciding which option is ideal for […]