<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>The Daily Insight</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org</link><description>Connected.Informed.Engaged.</description><language>en-us</language><lastBuildDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:56:32 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>Why is my weeping willow dropping leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-weeping-willow-dropping-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-weeping-willow-dropping-leaves.html</guid><description>Why is my weeping willow dropping leaves?
The dropping leaves can be a symptom of foliar diseases which weakens the tree or it could be the results of an insect pest feeding on the petioles of the leaves. There are many pests which can cause leaf drop. Another possible cause is the response to abiot...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:49:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the lifespan of a dwarf cherry tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-lifespan-of-a-dwarf-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-lifespan-of-a-dwarf-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>What is the lifespan of a dwarf cherry tree?
Lifespan of an Ornamental Cherry On average, ornamental cherry trees live between 15 and 20 years, but some varieties can survive longer with the correct care.
What is eating my dwarf cherry tree?
Black cherry aphids (Myzus cerasi) are tiny black insects ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:46:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves falling off my ornamental cherry tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-falling-off-my-ornamental-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-falling-off-my-ornamental-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves falling off my ornamental cherry tree?
Overwatering of flowering cherries can cause leaves to fall. Leaf fall can be natural, as it occurs with most deciduous trees in the fall, or can be due to fungal disease, bacterial disease and improper watering.
How big do ornamental cherry ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:45:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How deep do you plant a pecan tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-deep-do-you-plant-a-pecan-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-deep-do-you-plant-a-pecan-tree.html</guid><description>How deep do you plant a pecan tree?
Container-grown trees are less likely to receive transplant shock if planted while dormant, but with adequate attention and irrigation, they can be planted October through June. To plant, dig a hole at least 24 inches wide at the bottom and 2 ½ to 3 feet deep.
Do ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:35:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of sand burrs in your yard?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-sand-burrs-in-your-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-sand-burrs-in-your-yard.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of sand burrs in your yard?
The best way to control sandburs is with a pre-emergent herbicide. These products kill the plant before it emerges from the soil, when it is a lot more vulnerable to chemicals. The best time to apply the product is when the soil temperature reaches 52 d...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:25:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the symptoms of an irrigation system problem?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-symptoms-of-an-irrigation-system-problem.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-symptoms-of-an-irrigation-system-problem.html</guid><description>What are the symptoms of an irrigation system problem?
Problems with an irrigation system typically make themselves evident with several common symptoms: Individual sprinkler heads not working Low water pressure at the sprinkler heads Sprinkler zones do not turn on Leaking around a zone valve Leak a...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:22:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where is Aldrich Ames now?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-is-aldrich-ames-now.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-is-aldrich-ames-now.html</guid><description>Where is Aldrich Ames now?
He is serving a life sentence, without the possibility of parole, in the Federal Correctional Institution in Terre Haute, Indiana, United States. Ames was formerly a 31-year CIA counterintelligence officer who committed espionage against the U.S. by spying for the Soviet U...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:20:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take to buy a home from start to finish?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-to-buy-a-home-from-start-to-finish.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-to-buy-a-home-from-start-to-finish.html</guid><description>How long does it take to buy a home from start to finish?
How Long Does It Take to Buy a Home From Start to Finish? On average, it takes about four to five months to buy a house. That range includes the two to three months it takes to find the right house. And another one to two months to go from co...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:12:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is the Emerald Ash Borer still a problem?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-the-emerald-ash-borer-still-a-problem.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-the-emerald-ash-borer-still-a-problem.html</guid><description>Is the Emerald Ash Borer still a problem?
Emerald ash borer probably arrived in the United States on solid wood packing material carried in cargo ships or airplanes originating in its native Asia. As of October 2018, it is now found in 35 states, and the Canadian provinces of Ontario, Quebec, New Br...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:11:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can weeping willow trees get too much water?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-weeping-willow-trees-get-too-much-water.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-weeping-willow-trees-get-too-much-water.html</guid><description>Can weeping willow trees get too much water?
Willows are known for loving water, but it is still possible to over water them as well. If the leaves begin to turn yellow and fall off, this is a sign of both under-watering and over-watering. Check the level of dampness around the tree before you water...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:08:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can you tell maple from sycamore?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-maple-from-sycamore.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-maple-from-sycamore.html</guid><description>How can you tell maple from sycamore?
Sycamore trees and maple trees have leaves that look similar. Generally, sycamore trees have leaves with shallow indentations between their lobes whereas maple tree leaves have deep indentations. Sycamore tree leaves grow alternately, but maple tree leaves have ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:07:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my pine tree white?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-pine-tree-white.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-pine-tree-white.html</guid><description>Why is my pine tree white?
It sounds like you may have Pine Bark Adelgid. Infested trees can be recognized by the presence of patches of this white, cottony material on the smooth bark of the trunks and limbs and at the bases of needles or buds. Heavily infested trees may appear whitewashed.
Do pine...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:05:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When should magnolia grandiflora be pruned?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-magnolia-grandiflora-be-pruned.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-magnolia-grandiflora-be-pruned.html</guid><description>When should magnolia grandiflora be pruned?
They’re relatively slow growing so pruning during summer (commonly done with faster growing plants) means cutting off nice new growth that’s taken a while to appear; a bit of a waste. They’re also late to break dormancy and so pruning should be done before...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:04:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the difference between a blue spruce and a Norway spruce?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-difference-between-a-blue-spruce-and-a-norway-spruce.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-difference-between-a-blue-spruce-and-a-norway-spruce.html</guid><description>What is the difference between a blue spruce and a Norway spruce?
Norway spruce belongs to the species Picea abies. It is native to Northern Europe and can also be found in the central and eastern parts of the continent….Blue Spruce vs Norway Spruce: Which One To Prefer?
Blue Spruce
Norway Spruce...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:59:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When to replace the drive cable on a lawn mower?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-to-replace-the-drive-cable-on-a-lawn-mower.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-to-replace-the-drive-cable-on-a-lawn-mower.html</guid><description>When to replace the drive cable on a lawn mower?
The drive cable connects the handle drive control lever to the transmission and engages the transmission to move the mower across the grass when you pull the drive lever up. Replace the drive cable with a manufacturer-approved lawn mower part if it’s ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:49:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves on my weeping cherry turning yellow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-weeping-cherry-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-weeping-cherry-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves on my weeping cherry turning yellow?
Cherry leaf spot, verticillium wilt and anthracnose are some of the fungal diseases that can cause the leaves of the weeping cherry tree to yellow. Anthracnose is a fungal disease that attacks weeping cherries growing in poorly drained, soggy s...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:40:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast do sycamores grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-do-sycamores-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-do-sycamores-grow.html</guid><description>How fast do sycamores grow?
2 feet per year
Mature Height/Spread: This tree grows 70 to 100 feet tall, 65 to 80 feet wide. It can reach 120 feet in height under ideal conditions. Growth Rate: It grows at a moderate to rapid rate (2 feet per year) and has a moderate to long life span.
How far do syca...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:38:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do the letters in fertilizer stand for?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-the-letters-in-fertilizer-stand-for.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-the-letters-in-fertilizer-stand-for.html</guid><description>What do the letters in fertilizer stand for?
If you (vaguely!) remember the periodic table from high school chemistry, you know that N stands for Nitrogen, P for Phosphorus, and K for potassium. These nutrients are the three numbers on a fertilizer bag listed in order (N-P-K).
What do the 3 fertiliz...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:36:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat gall trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-gall-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-gall-trees.html</guid><description>How do you treat gall trees?
How to Deal With Leaf Galls
The appearance of leaf galls is a jarring sight.
Leaf galls are a disturbing sight but are not usually as serious as they appear.
As unsightly as they are, the best thing to do is just let them be.
Dormant oil is a good general solution fo...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:27:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I use bromine or chlorine in my pool?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/should-i-use-bromine-or-chlorine-in-my-pool.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/should-i-use-bromine-or-chlorine-in-my-pool.html</guid><description>Should I use bromine or chlorine in my pool?
High Temperatures Bromine works better at higher temperatures than chlorine. Above 75°F, bromine remains stable, whereas chlorine is more effective in temperatures as low as 65°F. This makes bromine a better choice for hot tubs and spas, and an unheated p...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:06:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How quickly do bottlebrush trees grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-quickly-do-bottlebrush-trees-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-quickly-do-bottlebrush-trees-grow.html</guid><description>How quickly do bottlebrush trees grow?
Mature Weeping Bottlebrush. This popular evergreen tree has a dense, multitrunked, low-branching, pendulous growth habit and a moderate growth rate (Fig. 1). Mature specimens can reach 25 to 30 feet tall in 30-years but most trees are seen 15 to 20 feet high an...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:59:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are Box Elder roots invasive?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-box-elder-roots-invasive.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-box-elder-roots-invasive.html</guid><description>Are Box Elder roots invasive?
Boxelder maple trees grow almost everywhere, though they thrive in wet bottomlands. While these trees help stabilize stream banks and shelter wildlife, they are considered a type of weed in urban areas. Some states even go as far as to consider the boxelder maple an inv...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:58:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What pine tree makes the best Christmas tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-pine-tree-makes-the-best-christmas-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-pine-tree-makes-the-best-christmas-tree.html</guid><description>What pine tree makes the best Christmas tree?
For a classic, traditional Christmas tree look, you can’t go wrong with the White Pine. This attractive tree has long soft needles that tend not to shed, making for an easier cleanup. The largest pine in the US, the White Pine grows naturally along the E...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:50:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a silver maple tree tear up your yard?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-silver-maple-tree-tear-up-your-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-silver-maple-tree-tear-up-your-yard.html</guid><description>Can a silver maple tree tear up your yard?
This fast-growing tree has a root system that will tear up your yard in no time. According to The Grumpy Gardener, “Its roots are infamous for clogging water lines and breaking sidewalks. Its weak branches fall in storms. And look at all the seeds it drops ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:49:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does it mean when oak trees drop a lot of acorns?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-it-mean-when-oak-trees-drop-a-lot-of-acorns.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-it-mean-when-oak-trees-drop-a-lot-of-acorns.html</guid><description>What does it mean when oak trees drop a lot of acorns?
If you’ve got oak trees in your yard, you probably are familiar with the task of raking up tons of acorns in the fall. If your trees are shedding acorns prematurely it’s a sign that they are focusing their energy on other things rather than seed...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:43:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What to do if My pine tree is dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-to-do-if-my-pine-tree-is-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-to-do-if-my-pine-tree-is-dying.html</guid><description>What to do if My pine tree is dying?
Remove the lower branches of a pine tree that are dead, dying or damaged. This helps reinvigorate the tree. Avoid cutting the limb flush with the trunk so the wound can heal properly. Remove the lower branches of a pine tree that are dead, dying or damaged.
Why w...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:24:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my magnolia have flowers but no leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-my-magnolia-have-flowers-but-no-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-my-magnolia-have-flowers-but-no-leaves.html</guid><description>Why does my magnolia have flowers but no leaves?
If you notice magnolia blooms not opening, check to make sure your trees get enough, but not too much, feeding. Magnolia buds set in the fall to open in the spring. During their wait, a lot of weather happens that can result in your magnolia blooms no...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:20:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall can a ponderosa pine get?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-can-a-ponderosa-pine-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-can-a-ponderosa-pine-get.html</guid><description>How tall can a ponderosa pine get?
General Description: Pinus ponderosa is one of the Southwest’s tallest trees in many parts of its range, growing to incredible heights of over 200 feet, with huge trunks 3-4 feet across. Named for its ponderous (heavy) wood, this pine is the major lumber tree in th...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:11:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I know what type of fir tree I have?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-know-what-type-of-fir-tree-i-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-know-what-type-of-fir-tree-i-have.html</guid><description>How do I know what type of fir tree I have?
The easiest way to identify fir trees is by looking at their needles and cones. Although they look similar to pine trees or spruce trees, the needle-like leaves and the types of cones help to tell them apart.
How do you identify a noble fir?
Needles: It’s ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:08:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the adaptations of cotton grass?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-adaptations-of-cotton-grass.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-adaptations-of-cotton-grass.html</guid><description>What are the adaptations of cotton grass?
Cotton grass – this grass has small seeds that can easily be dispersed by the wind to ensure its survival. It is low lying to protect it from cold winds and has thin leaves to reduce water loss by transpiration. Cotton grass grows and produces seeds quickly ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:06:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get rid of brown spots on my cherry tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-rid-of-brown-spots-on-my-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-rid-of-brown-spots-on-my-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>How do I get rid of brown spots on my cherry tree?
Fungicides
Fungicide applications should be started two weeks after bloom when leaves are completely unfolded.
Fungicides with an active ingredient of myclobutanil or captan will protect leaves from infection with cherry leaf spot when applied pro...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:05:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is causing my bay leaves to curl?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-causing-my-bay-leaves-to-curl.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-causing-my-bay-leaves-to-curl.html</guid><description>What is causing my bay leaves to curl?
Why are my bay tree leaves yellow and curled? Bay Suckers are probably the cause. These are sap-sucking insects which are active in the summer months. The symptoms are yellowing leaf margins which become thickened and curled.
What insect is eating my bay tree l...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:05:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a tree recover from needle cast?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-tree-recover-from-needle-cast.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-tree-recover-from-needle-cast.html</guid><description>Can a tree recover from needle cast?
The tree becomes unattractive and may look as though it is dying, but don’t despair. Rhizosphaera and Stigmina, the two most common needle cast diseases of spruce trees, are treatable. You can have your tree looking lush and beautiful again within a few years by ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:04:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you cure hawthorn rust?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-cure-hawthorn-rust.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-cure-hawthorn-rust.html</guid><description>How do you cure hawthorn rust?
Protect trees from infection by spraying in spring and early summer with an approved fungicide. Both chlorothalonil and mancozeb are registered for use against cedar rust disease on hawthorns. Follow the label instructions and spray the tree until the fungicide drips f...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:02:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you grow grass in heavily shaded areas?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-grow-grass-in-heavily-shaded-areas.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-grow-grass-in-heavily-shaded-areas.html</guid><description>How do you grow grass in heavily shaded areas?
Grass in shady areas needs less fertilizer than grass growing in full sun. Spreading a thin layer of compost is a great way to give shady lawns a boost in early spring. If you plan to aerate, spread compost after aerating. It’s also a good idea to apply...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:01:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do apricot trees fruit twice a year?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-apricot-trees-fruit-twice-a-year.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-apricot-trees-fruit-twice-a-year.html</guid><description>Do apricot trees fruit twice a year?
Some apricots are also alternate-bearing – meaning, like avocados, they don’t produce fruit every single year. Sometimes they put out every other year, and sometimes every third year. And then, there is the rain equation. Apricots bloom early in February and Marc...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:58:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can you tell if Live Oak is healthy?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-if-live-oak-is-healthy.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-if-live-oak-is-healthy.html</guid><description>How can you tell if Live Oak is healthy?
Yellow or Brown Under Bark Try scraping the bark in multiple areas on the tree. A healthy oak tree will have green coloration. If it reveals a yellow or brownish color underneath, the tree is mostly likely dying or dead.
When do you know a live oak tree is de...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:49:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does a Cryptomeria tree grow to be?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-does-a-cryptomeria-tree-grow-to-be.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-does-a-cryptomeria-tree-grow-to-be.html</guid><description>How tall does a Cryptomeria tree grow to be?
In optimal growing conditions and at maturity, cryptomeria can reach 60 feet in height. Cryptomerias are commonly used as decorative trees, green privacy screens, hedging and windbreaks. With their elegant symmetrical appearance, they are often used to li...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:44:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my magnolia Brown?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-magnolia-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-magnolia-brown.html</guid><description>Why is my magnolia Brown?
Leaf scorch is caused by excessive evaporation from the leaves. In hot weather, water evaporates rapidly from the leaves. If the roots can”t absorb and convey water fast enough to replenish this loss, the leaves turn brown and wither. For optimum growth, magnolias require m...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:39:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do Austrian pines live?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-austrian-pines-live.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-austrian-pines-live.html</guid><description>How long do Austrian pines live?
about six to eight years
Because the branches begin to droop, they do require pruning as the tree ages. The Austrian pine has needles that come together in two per bundle. The needles are about six inches long, thick, and live for about six to eight years on the twig...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:36:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my white pine trees turning yellow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-white-pine-trees-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-white-pine-trees-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why are my white pine trees turning yellow?
White pine decline is a slow plant death caused by a complex of abiotic (environmental and site-related) factors. The decline is not caused by fungi or other infectious microorganisms. Trees may appear healthy for a decade or more but then start to turn li...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:31:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do mulberry trees need to be planted in pairs?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-mulberry-trees-need-to-be-planted-in-pairs.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-mulberry-trees-need-to-be-planted-in-pairs.html</guid><description>Do mulberry trees need to be planted in pairs?
Pollination. Some black mulberry bushes are monoecious, which means each plant bears both male and female reproductive organs. In monoecious plants, wind pollinates the fruit without the need for a separate tree. In either case, you do not need two blac...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:30:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will a spruce tree regrow needles?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-a-spruce-tree-regrow-needles.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-a-spruce-tree-regrow-needles.html</guid><description>Will a spruce tree regrow needles?
Well, the short answer is no, the needles will not grow back. On spruce trees, it can be helpful for the tree to remove dead branch sections so that healthy branches can replace them, since spruces will regrow along the healthy branches that have buds. …
How do I b...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:27:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you value a tree for insurance purposes?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-value-a-tree-for-insurance-purposes.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-value-a-tree-for-insurance-purposes.html</guid><description>How do you value a tree for insurance purposes?
The formula is: Tree Value = Base Value x Cross-sectional Area x Species Class x Condition Class x Location Class Base Value is the dollar amount assigned to 1 square inch of a tree’s trunk cross-sectional area and is typically based on the cost of the...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:23:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where are the best places to live in Toronto?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-are-the-best-places-to-live-in-toronto.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-are-the-best-places-to-live-in-toronto.html</guid><description>Where are the best places to live in Toronto?
Two bedroom condominiums in the High Park / Swansea area are priced from $600,000. These neighbourhoods have good transport connections and are about 20-30 minutes from Toronto’s business district in rush hour. The city of Burlington lies on the shore of...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:08:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the green stuff falling from oak trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-green-stuff-falling-from-oak-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-green-stuff-falling-from-oak-trees.html</guid><description>What is the green stuff falling from oak trees?
A • The “tassels” that drop from oak trees are called catkins, and they are the spent male flowers whose purpose is to shed pollen that is carried by the wind to female flowers. If pollination occurs, then the female flowers will develop into the acorn...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:07:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my tree growing mushrooms?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-tree-growing-mushrooms.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-tree-growing-mushrooms.html</guid><description>Why is my tree growing mushrooms?
When mushrooms or conks, also called a bract or shelf, grow on tree bark, it is usually a sign that the tree is infected with a rot-inducing pathogen. These fungi enter the tree at wound areas, which are caused by improper pruning, lightning strikes, windstorms, fir...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:06:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is a full grown black walnut tree worth?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-is-a-full-grown-black-walnut-tree-worth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-is-a-full-grown-black-walnut-tree-worth.html</guid><description>How much is a full grown black walnut tree worth?
A black walnut tree in great condition with a large diameter, roughly 20”, is worth between $700 and $800. Through a walnut tree’s life, however, it can grow to be well over 30” or even 40” in diameter. The larger the diameter, the more a black walnu...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:04:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can you tell if a eucalyptus tree is healthy?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-if-a-eucalyptus-tree-is-healthy.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-if-a-eucalyptus-tree-is-healthy.html</guid><description>How can you tell if a eucalyptus tree is healthy?
With Eucalyptus Trees being an evergreen, an early sign that it’s dead is that it turns brown, either partially or completely. If your Eucalyptus tree begins to shed bark from the trunk and branches and exposes a brown shade of wood underneath, get a...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:58:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can you tell if black walnuts are bad?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-if-black-walnuts-are-bad.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-if-black-walnuts-are-bad.html</guid><description>How can you tell if black walnuts are bad?
Look the black walnut over. The hull should be bright yellow-green, like a tennis ball. There will undoubtedly be brown or black spots or blemishes on it here and there, but that’s all right. If the black walnut has a lot of black or brown on it, or it’s mu...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:57:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which company has planted the most trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-company-has-planted-the-most-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-company-has-planted-the-most-trees.html</guid><description>Which company has planted the most trees?
The clever folk at Ecosia, that’s who! So far Ecosia users have planted nearly 63 million trees and counting. Just imagine, if you use Ecosia whilst purchasing products from other tree-planting companies…
Which trees are suitable for roadside planting?
Sui...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:57:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do bay trees need big pots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-bay-trees-need-big-pots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-bay-trees-need-big-pots.html</guid><description>Do bay trees need big pots?
When to Re-pot a Bay Tree Repot your tree into a larger container in the first 12 months, to give the roots more space to grow; spring is usually the best time to carry this out. Remember to always choose deep pots with good drainage holes.
What plants look good with bay ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:47:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my Japanese maple bark splitting?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-japanese-maple-bark-splitting.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-japanese-maple-bark-splitting.html</guid><description>Why is my Japanese maple bark splitting?
Severe cold in late spring, after plant tissues have swollen, can cause bark to crack, split and fall away. Depending on the amount of bark damage, the problem may be correctable, or the tree may have to be removed. Prune away all damaged branches and stems, ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:46:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is half my apple tree dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-half-my-apple-tree-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-half-my-apple-tree-dying.html</guid><description>Why is half my apple tree dying?
Phytophthora Rots (Collar Rot, Crown Rot, and Root Rot) One of the most common causes of root rot in apple trees is phytophthora. It’s a fungal disease that affects the roots and the base of the trunk.
What do you do when your apple tree is dying?
There are certain t...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:41:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my Robellini palm turning brown?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-robellini-palm-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-robellini-palm-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why is my Robellini palm turning brown?
The most common problem with pygmy date palms is potassium deficiency. This causes the tips of the fronds to turn yellow, then brown, which can progress to consume entire fronds, causing them to fall off and leave the canopy looking sparse.
Why does my indoor ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:24:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you save a cherry tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-save-a-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-save-a-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>How do you save a cherry tree?
To prevent cherry trees from contracting frost damage, it is advised that you should wrap the cherry tree trunk using a tree wrap. You can also provide sufficient moisture to the cherry tree by adding an adequate amount of mulch layer around the tree.
How can I make my...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:20:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are corkscrew willows good trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-corkscrew-willows-good-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-corkscrew-willows-good-trees.html</guid><description>Are corkscrew willows good trees?
Unfortunately, although corkscrew willow is a fast-growing tree, it isn’t long lived and tends to be susceptible to breakage and insect problems. In spite of its downfalls, growing a curly willow tree is a worthy endeavor, and with proper care, you’ll enjoy this fas...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:14:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does the emerald ash borer only kill ash trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-the-emerald-ash-borer-only-kill-ash-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-the-emerald-ash-borer-only-kill-ash-trees.html</guid><description>Why does the emerald ash borer only kill ash trees?
How does EAB kill ash trees? EAB larva (immature beetle) eat the inner bark of an ash tree, essentially eating away the tree’s circulatory system for transporting food and water. The inner bark does not grow back. Within 2 to 5 years of infestation...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:09:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do green houses hold heat?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-green-houses-hold-heat.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-green-houses-hold-heat.html</guid><description>Do green houses hold heat?
The sunlight is being absorbed by the material of the greenhouse, the soil and the plants and is being transformed into heat energy. The materials that are being heated will retain their heat and transmit a long wave heat radiation which is how the temperature rises in a g...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:09:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big are the leaves on a sweetgum tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-are-the-leaves-on-a-sweetgum-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-are-the-leaves-on-a-sweetgum-tree.html</guid><description>How big are the leaves on a sweetgum tree?
These handsome trees have a pyramidal canopy when young that becomes rounded with age. They make excellent lawn or shade trees in large landscapes. Sweet gum tree leaves have five to seven pointed lobes, and their shape will remind you of a star. Mature lea...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:07:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How quickly does Cornus grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-quickly-does-cornus-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-quickly-does-cornus-grow.html</guid><description>How quickly does Cornus grow?
Relatively slow growing, looks good when grown next a red stemmed variety. It has won an Award of Garden Merit from the RHS. Height is about 2 metres and spread is about 3.5 metres at maturity in 7 years time.
What time of year do you plant dogwood trees?
Planting Dog...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:06:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does a 15 foot pine tree cost?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-a-15-foot-pine-tree-cost.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-a-15-foot-pine-tree-cost.html</guid><description>How much does a 15 foot pine tree cost?
According to the website, prices for a 15-foot tree starts at $445 and will increase as the tree gets taller.
How big does a Colorado green spruce get?
around 50′ tall
This evergreen loves to be fully exposed in the landscape and in well-drained areas. This sp...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:06:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a tree with ash dieback look like?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-a-tree-with-ash-dieback-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-a-tree-with-ash-dieback-look-like.html</guid><description>What does a tree with ash dieback look like?
What does ash dieback look like? The first signs of an ash dieback infection are usually dark brown orange lesions on the leaves, and patches of brown, dying leaves. As the disease progresses trees will lose more and more leaves from their canopy and may ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:05:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is vacant land in central Alberta?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-is-vacant-land-in-central-alberta.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-is-vacant-land-in-central-alberta.html</guid><description>How much is vacant land in central Alberta?
With Point2 Homes, you can compare up to 4 vacant lots side-by-side, view property details and choose the one that is right for you. Prices for Central Alberta, AB vacant land for sale range from $7,499 to $4,450,000.
How big is an acreage in Alberta for s...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:58:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does a red sunset maple tree grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-does-a-red-sunset-maple-tree-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-does-a-red-sunset-maple-tree-grow.html</guid><description>How tall does a red sunset maple tree grow?
50′
The red sunset maple grows to a height of 45–50′ and a spread of 35–40′ at maturity.
Which is the best Red Sunset Maple Tree?
Red Sunset MapleAcer rubrum ‘Franksred’. Known as one of the best red maple cultivars, this tree delivers on color. Winter b...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:57:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a married couple buy a house under one name?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-married-couple-buy-a-house-under-one-name.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-married-couple-buy-a-house-under-one-name.html</guid><description>Can a married couple buy a house under one name?
You can buy a house under one name, and most of the time couples do this because one partner’s credit is bad. However, there are advantages to joint mortgages. You should carefully consider the pros and cons of buying a house under only one partner’s ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:40:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of cherry tree has pink flowers?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-cherry-tree-has-pink-flowers.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-cherry-tree-has-pink-flowers.html</guid><description>What kind of cherry tree has pink flowers?
Yamazakura. The yamazakura is the most common cherry tree variety of Japan that actually grows wildly in nature as opposed to cultivars such as the Somei Yoshino. Its blossoms are slightly pink and have five, relatively small petals.
What trees have dark pi...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:39:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you stop a pine tree from growing?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-stop-a-pine-tree-from-growing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-stop-a-pine-tree-from-growing.html</guid><description>How do you stop a pine tree from growing?
To prune your pine trees, simply pinch back the new growth, called candles, seen in the spring. It’s best to do this by hand. If you use pruning shears to cut the new growth, you could end up cutting into the needles of the trees, leaving them to turn brown....</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:33:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a flowering gum to flower?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-flowering-gum-to-flower.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-flowering-gum-to-flower.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a flowering gum to flower?
Corymbia ficifolia – Flowering Gum
Family:
Myrtaceae
Height:
2 ~ 15 metres
Width:
2 ~ 5 metres
Flower Colour:
White, Cream, Red, Pink, Orange
Flowering Time:
All year
Can you prune a flowering gum?
The most critical pruning operation...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:28:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens at the end of the linden tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-at-the-end-of-the-linden-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-at-the-end-of-the-linden-tree.html</guid><description>What happens at the end of the linden tree?
Rationing and austerity seem to have fostered opportunism, escapism and confrontation within the Linden family, who have gathered to celebrate Professor Linden’s 65th birthday and each of whom is struggling with their own crises. Linden wants only to conti...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:21:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my poplar tree dripping sap?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-poplar-tree-dripping-sap.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-poplar-tree-dripping-sap.html</guid><description>Why is my poplar tree dripping sap?
Neither insect is likely to kill trees, but tulip tree scale can cause a severe shower of sticky “honeydew.” “We have received numerous calls of yellow poplar trees dripping sticky sap over everything. Heavy scale populations are responsible for this problem,” sai...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:11:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of trees increase property value?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-trees-increase-property-value.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-trees-increase-property-value.html</guid><description>What kind of trees increase property value?
If you live in a warm area, go for citrus, palm trees, magnolias, and anything with fragrant, exotic blossoms (think frangipane). Fruit trees are highly valuable, and if cherry, plum, or apple trees thrive where you live, you can’t go wrong with a mini orc...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:06:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you keep a white pine?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-keep-a-white-pine.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-keep-a-white-pine.html</guid><description>How do you keep a white pine?
Careful pruning of white pine limbs helps reduce damage from blister rust and white pine weevil. It also helps trees grow straighter and produce higher-quality wood products. To maintain adequate growth, leaving two-thirds of the tree’s height with branches. It is best ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:05:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the needles on my spruce tree turning yellow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-needles-on-my-spruce-tree-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-needles-on-my-spruce-tree-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why are the needles on my spruce tree turning yellow?
Heat or water stress. Shedding leaves or needles is a common tree response to heat or drought. Needles may desiccate during extended dry or hot periods in late August and September, turn yellowish-tan yet remain on trees until fall, then come off...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:59:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Who end TB Strategy 2015?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/who-end-tb-strategy-2015.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/who-end-tb-strategy-2015.html</guid><description>Who end TB Strategy 2015?
The vision for the post-2015 global tuberculosis strategy is “a world free of tuberculosis”, also expressed as “zero deaths, disease and suffering due to tuberculosis”. The goal is to end the global tuberculosis epidemic.
Who end TB Strategy 2014?
The 67th World Health Asse...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:58:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do pear trees need to be in pairs?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-pear-trees-need-to-be-in-pairs.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-pear-trees-need-to-be-in-pairs.html</guid><description>Do pear trees need to be in pairs?
Pears are one of the easiest tree fruits to grow successfully, but just one of them won’t work due to two different varieties of cross-pollination. Starting with just one tree won’t work. For a good harvest, pears require two different varieties for cross-pollinati...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:57:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is pine worth per ton?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-is-pine-worth-per-ton.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-is-pine-worth-per-ton.html</guid><description>How much is pine worth per ton?
Pine Sawtimber Pine chip-n-saw prices jumped to $18.02/ton on a Southwide basis, an increase of +8.6 percent. The Mid-South experienced the largest increase of +11.1 percent to $18.20/ton. The East-South increased +5.0 percent to $19.94/ton, but the West-South region ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:47:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big do silver maples get?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-do-silver-maples-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-do-silver-maples-get.html</guid><description>How big do silver maples get?
Silver MapleAcer saccharinum The silver maple grows to a height of 50–80′ and a spread of 35–50′ at maturity.
Are silver maple seeds toxic to dogs?
Maple seeds are not considered to be toxic. BUT, if he eats enough of them, he could potentially cause himself a GI upset ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:41:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is topping a maple tree bad?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-topping-a-maple-tree-bad.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-topping-a-maple-tree-bad.html</guid><description>Is topping a maple tree bad?
Ironically, topping is not a viable solution to reducing size or hazard. When a tree is topped, up to 100% of the leaf bearing crown is removed. Moreover, if the tree does not have sufficient stored energy reserves to respond in this way, it will seriously harm the tree,...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:40:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my oak tree not have leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-my-oak-tree-not-have-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-my-oak-tree-not-have-leaves.html</guid><description>Why does my oak tree not have leaves?
A tree with no leaves can be attributed to bud issues. If there are many buds dead, but the branch is alive, then the tree has been suffering for some time. The problem could be due to stress or a root problem. Suspect disease when there are no buds at all.
How ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:39:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What bugs attack orange trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-bugs-attack-orange-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-bugs-attack-orange-trees.html</guid><description>What bugs attack orange trees?
Citrus thrips are tiny orange or pale yellow insects that attack citrus as well as many other types of fruit trees. They mainly attack young leaves and juvenile fruit and feed on the tree’s sap.
What causes navel oranges to be dry inside?
Over-ripened fruit – A commo...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:39:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get rid of the Acer scale?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-rid-of-the-acer-scale.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-rid-of-the-acer-scale.html</guid><description>How do I get rid of the Acer scale?
How to Get Rid of Scales on Japanese Maples
Verify that it is scale you are dealing with.
Slip on gardening gloves and pluck off the scales by hand if the infestation is minor.
Introduce natural predators to the area around the tree.
Spray your Japanese maple ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:33:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can I cut branches off an oak tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-i-cut-branches-off-an-oak-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-i-cut-branches-off-an-oak-tree.html</guid><description>Can I cut branches off an oak tree?
Whilst there is no hard and fast set of rules concerning the pruning of mature trees – which technically can be trimmed back with the aim of removing dead, diseased or weak limbs at any time of the year – as a rule, wound closure and growth become more enhanced if...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:27:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is part of my tree dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-part-of-my-tree-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-part-of-my-tree-dying.html</guid><description>Why is part of my tree dying?
Moisture issues are commonly the reasons why a tree is prone to dying. Mature trees can be adversely affected by too much or too little water. Dehydration can kill all living beings – humans, animals, and trees. To ensure your trees grow healthy and sturdy, make sure th...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:25:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What bugs infest pine trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-bugs-infest-pine-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-bugs-infest-pine-trees.html</guid><description>What bugs infest pine trees?
Pests of Live Trees
Pine sawyer beetles (Figure 4) are often reported on white and Scotch pine.
Zimmerman pine moths (Figure 5) are common pests of Austrian and Scotch pines and Norway spruce that can kill tree limbs and tree tops.
White pine weevils (Figure 6) are co...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:23:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to plant your orchard to have fruits all year round?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-to-plant-your-orchard-to-have-fruits-all-year-round.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-to-plant-your-orchard-to-have-fruits-all-year-round.html</guid><description>How to plant your orchard to have fruits all year round?
These things can be used to your advantage. Some trees that require more chill hours, for example, can be planted at the foot of the slope to maximize the cool air settling there. It is also possible that such formations affect how water settl...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:22:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do maple trees weep?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-maple-trees-weep.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-maple-trees-weep.html</guid><description>Do maple trees weep?
Maple Tree Oozing Sap: Reasons For Sap Leaking From Maple Trees. When the pressure changes inside a tree, usually due to changing temperatures, the sap is forced into the vascular transporting tissues. Any time those tissues are punctured in a maple tree, you may see a maple tre...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:21:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens to the leaves of an apple tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-to-the-leaves-of-an-apple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-to-the-leaves-of-an-apple-tree.html</guid><description>What happens to the leaves of an apple tree?
The leaves often remain attached to the trees. Affected parts of the tree can include blossoms, stems, leaves, and fruits. Your apple tree will begin to develop a fire-scorched appearance. The bacteria survive in cankers, which appear as sunken lesions on...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:14:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does wisteria attach itself?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-wisteria-attach-itself.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-wisteria-attach-itself.html</guid><description>Does wisteria attach itself?
Wisteria is vigorous, growing up to 9 meters (30ft) which means it needs a large space. It is not self supporting and requires a framework or wires or supports to grow up.
How do you get rid of wisteria runners?
The best way to remove Wisteria is to find the main stump f...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:10:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does a 10 year old maple tree get?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-does-a-10-year-old-maple-tree-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-does-a-10-year-old-maple-tree-get.html</guid><description>How tall does a 10 year old maple tree get?
The cultivar “Aoyagi” also reaches 10 feet tall and wide at 10 years old but matures to 20 feet in both directions in USDA zones 5 through 8.
When to pay attention to a young maple tree?
The first summer after planting is when you should pay extra attentio...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:10:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my Japanese maple not blooming?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-japanese-maple-not-blooming.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-japanese-maple-not-blooming.html</guid><description>Why is my Japanese maple not blooming?
If your tree has a problem getting the nutrients back up to the branches, the problem could be Verticillium wilt, an infection in the xylem layer that blocks sap. Prune out a branch to see if Verticillium wilt is the cause of your Japanese maples not leafing ou...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:05:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my cherry tree not producing leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-cherry-tree-not-producing-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-cherry-tree-not-producing-leaves.html</guid><description>Why is my cherry tree not producing leaves?
A tree with no leaves when spring comes indicates a tree in some degree of distress. If there are many buds dead, but the branch is alive, then the tree has been suffering for some time. The problem could be due to stress or a root problem. Suspect disease...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:00:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of weather does a cherry tree need?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-weather-does-a-cherry-tree-need.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-weather-does-a-cherry-tree-need.html</guid><description>What kind of weather does a cherry tree need?
Sweet cherries are best suited for areas where temperatures are mild and humidity is low while tart cherries will grow in cooler climates and need about 2 months of winter temperatures below 45Â° F.
How much water does a dwarf cherry tree need?
They sh...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:59:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it normal for gums to recede little?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-normal-for-gums-to-recede-little.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-normal-for-gums-to-recede-little.html</guid><description>Is it normal for gums to recede little?
Is Gum Recession Normal? Gum recession is often considered a normal part of aging. Even the expression “long in the tooth” stems from our gum line receding and exposing more of our teeth as we age. However, there is nothing normal about gum recession.
Why are ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:57:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes trees to have shallow roots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-causes-trees-to-have-shallow-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-causes-trees-to-have-shallow-roots.html</guid><description>What causes trees to have shallow roots?
Soils with permanently high water tables typically cause trees to develop very shallow, widespread rooting systems. Drought conditions also cause some trees to produce a shallow root system to maximise rainfall interception near the soil surface.
What trees a...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:47:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves on my plum tree dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-plum-tree-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-plum-tree-dying.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves on my plum tree dying?
Wilted leaves are a sign that the upper part of the tree is not receiving sufficient water but the problem may not be a lack of water. The wilting could be caused by too much water.
Do plums grow on new or old growth?
But remember, plums fruit on young woo...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:42:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When should you dig up banana trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-you-dig-up-banana-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-you-dig-up-banana-trees.html</guid><description>When should you dig up banana trees?
Since most banana plants are not cold-hardy, you generally will have to dig up the plants and and store them indoors before temperatures drop below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. They need to be stored in a space where it is dark and the temperature doesn’t dip below fre...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:37:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do Overwatered palm trees look like?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-overwatered-palm-trees-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-overwatered-palm-trees-look-like.html</guid><description>What do Overwatered palm trees look like?
Palms trees start to lose their leaves. Wilted leaves and fronds. Leaf discoloration – yellow or brown palm tree leaves that start falling off before drying. Younger foliage and new emerging leaves turning brown.
Should I cut yellow leaves off palm?
The remo...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:31:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When should pine trees be cut down?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-pine-trees-be-cut-down.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-pine-trees-be-cut-down.html</guid><description>When should pine trees be cut down?
If your tree has a less severe problem, one of the best times to remove trees is during the dormant season, between late winter and early spring. Here’s why. Dormant trees are leafless and lighter, so it’s much easier for a certified arborist to cut and handle the...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:29:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens when a poinciana tree is cut down?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-when-a-poinciana-tree-is-cut-down.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-when-a-poinciana-tree-is-cut-down.html</guid><description>What happens when a poinciana tree is cut down?
Firstly, they can simply die, becoming dead wood that later falls from the tree. Until they fall they expose the tree to the entry of bacteria, fungi, insect and borer attack. Secondly, and even more commonly, watersprouts will grow from the cut branch...</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:25:20 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>