<?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>Thu, 28 May 2026 21:03:58 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>How tall is a 3 year old Eureka lemon tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-is-a-3-year-old-eureka-lemon-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-is-a-3-year-old-eureka-lemon-tree.html</guid><description>How tall is a 3 year old Eureka lemon tree?
12 to 15 feet tall
Hear this out loudPauseThe tree: The variegated pink Eureka lemon is usually sold in a 5-gallon container when it’s 2 to 3 years old. In the ground, it grows 12 to 15 feet tall. Keep it small enough for a pot by pruning the foliage and r...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 21:02:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When to return wait ID in C-geeksforgeeks?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-to-return-wait-id-in-c-geeksforgeeks.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-to-return-wait-id-in-c-geeksforgeeks.html</guid><description>When to return wait ID in C-geeksforgeeks?
If only one child process is terminated, then return a wait () returns process ID of the terminated child process. If more than one child processes are terminated than wait () reap any arbitrarily child and return a process ID of that child process.
What ha...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 20:59:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why did my squash turn orange?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-did-my-squash-turn-orange.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-did-my-squash-turn-orange.html</guid><description>Why did my squash turn orange?
Hear this out loudPauseDark yellow or yellow-orange squash with a firm rind is over-mature. Remove it from the plant and discard it. If over-mature fruits are not removed, the plant will stop yielding.
Why are my summer squash not growing?
Hear this out loudPauseFail...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 20:52:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is Grass basic or acidic?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-grass-basic-or-acidic.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-grass-basic-or-acidic.html</guid><description>Is Grass basic or acidic?
Most lawns and turf grasses thrive at a pH range of between 6.0 and 7.0. PH has an effect on plant growth, and important nutrients for plants tend to be available in soil when the pH is at those levels.
Is fertilizers acidic or basic?
Basic fertilizers can cause the mix pH ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 20:36:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to take care of a newly laid lawn?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-to-take-care-of-a-newly-laid-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-to-take-care-of-a-newly-laid-lawn.html</guid><description>How to take care of a newly laid lawn?
How to Care for New Sod 1 Start With Aggressive Watering. Your lawn needs to be watered deeply, as soon as you’ve laid it. 2 Encourage Roots. Your freshly laid lawn needs a steady supply of nutrients to help it grow strong during its first few months. 3 When an...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 20:35:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can I put on my yard to kill weeds but not grass?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-can-i-put-on-my-yard-to-kill-weeds-but-not-grass.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-can-i-put-on-my-yard-to-kill-weeds-but-not-grass.html</guid><description>What can I put on my yard to kill weeds but not grass?
Some natural weed killers are:
Corn gluten is an organic herbicide that stops specific weeds from growing roots. It is used to control crabgrass and some other lawn weeds before they grow.
Acetic acid or horticultural white vinegar kills weeds ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 20:27:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the largest cedar trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-largest-cedar-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-largest-cedar-trees.html</guid><description>What are the largest cedar trees?
The tree is located on the Olympic Peninsula in the U.S. state of Washington. It is currently the second largest known Western redcedar in the world, after the Cheewhat Giant on Canada’s Vancouver Island….
Duncan Cedar
Diameter
19.4 ft (5.9 m)
Volume of trunk
...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 20:24:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you overwater a grapefruit tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-overwater-a-grapefruit-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-overwater-a-grapefruit-tree.html</guid><description>Can you overwater a grapefruit tree?
Overwatering. Remember that all citrus trees can die from overwatering as well as insufficient water. Never water a citrus tree when its soil is soaking wet. Do not let your potted citrus tree remain in a saucer filled with water for longer than a few hours.
What...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 20:12:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the two types of cypress trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-two-types-of-cypress-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-two-types-of-cypress-trees.html</guid><description>What are the two types of cypress trees?
Bald cypress and pond cypress are the two types of cypress trees that grow in the United States. For maximum results, choose a bald cypress, unless you are planting your tree in a swampy or boggy area since pond cypress trees need still water to thrive.
How m...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:48:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is it to buy a house in Seattle?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-is-it-to-buy-a-house-in-seattle.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-is-it-to-buy-a-house-in-seattle.html</guid><description>How much is it to buy a house in Seattle?
Most of them have the financial means to compete with other buyers and raise home selling prices. As per Realtor.com, Seattle is a seller’s housing market. The median asking price for a home in Seattle was around $772,000 in July 2021 — up 5.8% year-over-yea...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:45:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the names of plants with pictures?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-names-of-plants-with-pictures.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-names-of-plants-with-pictures.html</guid><description>What are the names of plants with pictures?
Names of Plants with Pictures. 1 Mother In Law Tongue Plant. An easy houseplant, Mother In Law Tongue does not require much care. Will do best in very bright light, even some morning 2 Pothos Marble Queen Plant. 3 Dracaena Marginata Plant. 4 Aglaonema Plan...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:35:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What bores holes in maple trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-bores-holes-in-maple-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-bores-holes-in-maple-trees.html</guid><description>What bores holes in maple trees?
Certain species of beetles, weevils, worms, caterpillars and others are all known to cause boring damage to trees. Metallic wood borers, longhorned beetles, carpenterworms and horntails are the specific insects likely to attack maples of all varieties.
What causes ho...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:34:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my pin oak dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-pin-oak-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-pin-oak-dying.html</guid><description>Why is my pin oak dying?
When planted in soils with a pH greater than 7.5, however, the pin oak develops iron chlorosis, a nutrient deficiency symptom. After suffering from chlorosis for a period of years, branches and twigs may begin to die.
What is killing oak trees in New Jersey?
NJDEP New Jers...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:34:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves on my robellini palm turning yellow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-robellini-palm-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-robellini-palm-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves on my robellini palm turning yellow?
One of the more common ailments Robellini Palms suffer from is fungal infections. The palm is susceptible to bud rot, a fungus that attacks newly-forming leaves and can spread to the trunk and roots. Bud rot can be the cause of Robellini Palm t...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:29:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my pine tree dying on one side?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-pine-tree-dying-on-one-side.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-pine-tree-dying-on-one-side.html</guid><description>Why is my pine tree dying on one side?
There are days where the daytime temperature spikes and the nighttime temperature drops to well below freezing. This can cause the fluids in the bark or needles on the side of the tree that gets the most sun to freeze during the cold of night, damaging the plan...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:28:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my foxtail palm leaves turning black?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-foxtail-palm-leaves-turning-black.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-foxtail-palm-leaves-turning-black.html</guid><description>Why are my foxtail palm leaves turning black?
Iron deficiencies: Symptoms include yellowing of leaves that eventually turn brown and necrotic at the tips. This deficiency is sometimes the result of planting too deeply or overwatering, and is most common for palms grown in pots.
Why is my palm tree t...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:27:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my oranges splitting open?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-oranges-splitting-open.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-oranges-splitting-open.html</guid><description>Why are my oranges splitting open?
Fruit splitting is a long-standing problem in most areas where navel oranges are grown. The amount of water in a citrus tree changes due to weather conditions and this causes the fruit to shrink and swell as water is lost or gained. If the water content changes too...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:16:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can zone 9 plants grow in Zone 10?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-zone-9-plants-grow-in-zone-10.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-zone-9-plants-grow-in-zone-10.html</guid><description>Can zone 9 plants grow in Zone 10?
If a plant is hardy in zones 5-9 and you plant it in zone 10, the most likely impacts are a lack of vigor, a lack of flowers and if the plant usually sets fruit, it is unlikely to set fruit. In other words, plants grown climates that are too warm tend not to thrive...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:15:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What product keeps bugs away?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-product-keeps-bugs-away.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-product-keeps-bugs-away.html</guid><description>What product keeps bugs away?
This product is made to repel black flies, mosquitoes and other biting insects. Citronella Oil – Repels several biting insects including mosquitoes. Masks the scents on your body that may attract insects. DEET – Used to repel mosquitoes and ticks.
Do cleaning products k...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:14:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my pecans not filled out?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-pecans-not-filled-out.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-pecans-not-filled-out.html</guid><description>Why are my pecans not filled out?
All pecans are a result of cross pollination. If the pollen source was from a small nut variety, the nuts may not fill as well as if the pollen was from a large nut variety. Poor growing condition in the early season will result in a smaller number of nuts, as well ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:11:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can you tell if an oak tree has a disease?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-if-an-oak-tree-has-a-disease.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-if-an-oak-tree-has-a-disease.html</guid><description>How can you tell if an oak tree has a disease?
Infected trees show symptoms of general tree decline including branch dieback, loss of leaves and yellowing or browning of leaves in summer. Trees weakened by drought stress, wounding or other injuries are most susceptible.
What does oak wilt look like ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:02:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is part of my viburnum dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-part-of-my-viburnum-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-part-of-my-viburnum-dying.html</guid><description>Why is part of my viburnum dying?
The most prevalent diseases affecting viburnums are fungal diseases of the foliage. Powdery mildew affects many types of plants, from ornamentals to vegetables. Downy mildew causes leaves to develop splotched areas which die and shrivel in spring. It is most common ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:01:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of questions do you ask during a landscape interview?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-questions-do-you-ask-during-a-landscape-interview.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-questions-do-you-ask-during-a-landscape-interview.html</guid><description>What kind of questions do you ask during a landscape interview?
Ask about the company and the industry. Here’s a look at 5 landscape interview questions you might be asked when interviewing for each of four different positions: crew, crew leader, branch manager and account manager. Keep in mind seve...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:56:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When to cut down an overgrown arborvitae tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-to-cut-down-an-overgrown-arborvitae-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-to-cut-down-an-overgrown-arborvitae-tree.html</guid><description>When to cut down an overgrown arborvitae tree?
When the arborvitae is badly overgrown, you should trim it in stages to avoid cutting down to bare wood, as the tree cannot regenerate green foliage growth at that point. Overall, trimming cuts should always be thoughtfully considered and implemented wi...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:52:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do willow trees lose their leaves early?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-willow-trees-lose-their-leaves-early.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-willow-trees-lose-their-leaves-early.html</guid><description>Do willow trees lose their leaves early?
It is among the first trees to leaf in the spring. New growth appears in March or April in most areas, giving the bare branches a green hue. In the fall, the willow leaves turn yellow but remain on the tree long after many other leaves have fallen. Diseases c...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:49:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do white spruce need full sun?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-white-spruce-need-full-sun.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-white-spruce-need-full-sun.html</guid><description>Do white spruce need full sun?
Growing White Spruce Trees They prefer full sun and do best with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, but they are also very tolerant of shade. They like soil that is slightly acidic and moist but well draining. These trees grow best in loam but will do well in...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:46:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you prune a Monterey pine tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-prune-a-monterey-pine-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-prune-a-monterey-pine-tree.html</guid><description>How do you prune a Monterey pine tree?
Remove branches that are crossing or rubbing each other. Cut them off deep inside the tree, at the joint they share with other wood. Climb the ladder and look through the tree’s bulk. Shorten overly long branches with a pruning saw to increase the chances of th...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:39:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How far apart should blue spruce trees be planted?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-far-apart-should-blue-spruce-trees-be-planted.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-far-apart-should-blue-spruce-trees-be-planted.html</guid><description>How far apart should blue spruce trees be planted?
8 – 10 feet
Height: 30 – 50 feet. Spacing: 8 – 10 feet.
How long does a blue spruce tree live?
Lifespan. In the wild, the Colorado blue spruce can live 200 years or more. In the home landscape, it usually stays healthy for about 40 to 60 years, afte...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:34:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How are drilled wells different from regular Wells?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-are-drilled-wells-different-from-regular-wells.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-are-drilled-wells-different-from-regular-wells.html</guid><description>How are drilled wells different from regular Wells?
These wells draw water from aquifers near the surface. Drilled wells are constructed by percussion or rotary-drilling machines. Drilled wells can be thousands of feet deep and require the installation of casing. Drilled wells have a lower risk of c...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you plant magnolias in the fall?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-plant-magnolias-in-the-fall.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-plant-magnolias-in-the-fall.html</guid><description>Can you plant magnolias in the fall?
Deciduous magnolias (those that drop their leaves in fall) are best planted when dormant, typically in late fall or winter in warmer climates and early spring in cold climates. Evergreen magnolias are best planted in early spring.
Can I plant Magnolia now?
Magnol...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:26:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you trim honey locust trees in the summer?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-trim-honey-locust-trees-in-the-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-trim-honey-locust-trees-in-the-summer.html</guid><description>Can you trim honey locust trees in the summer?
These trees should be pruned in fall after the leaves have dropped or in early spring, before the sap starts to flow (March). If needed, a few small branches can be removed in summer after the leaves have reached full size.
Can you trim honey locust?
...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:25:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is an olive tree worth?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-is-an-olive-tree-worth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-is-an-olive-tree-worth.html</guid><description>How much is an olive tree worth?
How much does an olive tree cost? A 50-year old tree often costs around 500 euros / pounds / dollars. A 100 year old olive tree costs more than 1,000 euros / pounds / euros.
How do I identify my olive tree?
Color. Overall, olive leaves impart a soft pale green color ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:20:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are Bradford pears dangerous?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-bradford-pears-dangerous.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-bradford-pears-dangerous.html</guid><description>Are Bradford pears dangerous?
Effects. It is hard for a human to ingest large enough quantities of Bradford pear seeds to cause even a mild reaction. When poisoning does occur, it may manifest as a mild fever, stomach upset and dizziness.
How old is my Bradford pear?
Common Pear Tree Life Expectan...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:09:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How close can you plant a Bloodgood Japanese maple to your house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-close-can-you-plant-a-bloodgood-japanese-maple-to-your-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-close-can-you-plant-a-bloodgood-japanese-maple-to-your-house.html</guid><description>How close can you plant a Bloodgood Japanese maple to your house?
It’s best to keep the Japanese maple distance from your house to at least 10 feet. Japanese are the smallest type of maple trees. Planting a Japanese maple next to your house can be perfect for shade for patios and other outdoor areas...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:02:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the walls in a manufactured home?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-walls-in-a-manufactured-home.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-walls-in-a-manufactured-home.html</guid><description>What are the walls in a manufactured home?
Manufactured homes usually use vinyl-on-gypsum (VOG) wall panels rather than standard drywall. Instead of using tape to cover the seams, as is done with drywall, the joints are covered with batten strips during assembly.
How do you make a manufactured home ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:36:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are aloe vera plants indoor or out?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-aloe-vera-plants-indoor-or-out.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-aloe-vera-plants-indoor-or-out.html</guid><description>Are aloe vera plants indoor or out?
They can grow pretty fast outdoors in a sunny garden, but are much slower when kept indoors as houseplants. If you want your potted aloe plant to grow faster, then put it outside during the summer (just make sure the pot has drainage holes!).
Can aloe vera plant g...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:35:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big does a Mexican elder tree get?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-does-a-mexican-elder-tree-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-does-a-mexican-elder-tree-get.html</guid><description>How big does a Mexican elder tree get?
A native from California. A rampant, fast growing, wild looking shrub or multi-stemmed tree. Transplants well, does best in moist soils but will tolerate dry as well. Foliage leafs out in late winter and is a bright green. Leaflets 3 to 5, mostly elliptic, ovat...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:32:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my eucalyptus Brown?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-eucalyptus-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-eucalyptus-brown.html</guid><description>Why is my eucalyptus Brown?
A Eucalyptus that experiences browning of the leaves is usually at risk of having various diseases such as root, foot, collar, or crown rot. Discoloration is typically the first sign followed by the bark becoming reddish brown.
What does a dying eucalyptus tree look like?...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:14:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take to build a new house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-to-build-a-new-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-to-build-a-new-house.html</guid><description>How long does it take to build a new house?
The answer to this question is the same as it is for many, which is “that depends.” According to the 2016 Survey of Construction from the Census Bureau, the average completion time of a single-family home is around six months.
Where does real estate data c...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:00:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How old does a butternut tree have to be to produce Butternuts?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-old-does-a-butternut-tree-have-to-be-to-produce-butternuts.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-old-does-a-butternut-tree-have-to-be-to-produce-butternuts.html</guid><description>How old does a butternut tree have to be to produce Butternuts?
You could have Butternuts in a few years, and by the time the tree is 20 years old, could be producing well. Harvesting &amp;amp; Using: Treat as more or less the same as the Black Walnut.
When to plant Butternut seeds in the garden?
In a...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:53:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do magnolia trees grow well in pots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-magnolia-trees-grow-well-in-pots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-magnolia-trees-grow-well-in-pots.html</guid><description>Do magnolia trees grow well in pots?
If you don’t have the right type of soil, the smaller magnolias grow well in pots. Many flower in spring, but some flower in summer. Magnolia trees and larger shrubs are ideal for growing as standalone trees, while the smaller varieties such as Magnolia stellata ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:47:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much are large live oak trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-are-large-live-oak-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-are-large-live-oak-trees.html</guid><description>How much are large live oak trees?
How much does a oak tree cost?
Tree Name
Height
Price
Live Oak – Seedling
12 – 14′
$450
Live Oak – Seedling
14 – 16′
$550
Live Oak – Seedling
16 – 18′
$800
Live Oak – Seedling
18 – 20′
$1,400
How big is a 30 gallon live oak?
30-Gallon Tree | $300 Appr...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:47:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you prune a dying avocado tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-prune-a-dying-avocado-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-prune-a-dying-avocado-tree.html</guid><description>How do you prune a dying avocado tree?
General avocado pruning principles are:
Prune horizontal branches developing low to the ground, as these interfere with tree access.
Push light into the tree interior, by cutting “windows” in the canopy.
Trees grown on slopes should be pruned to a lower height...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:41:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When is the best time to visit Chicago?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-chicago.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-chicago.html</guid><description>When is the best time to visit Chicago?
It is the rainiest season with short torrential showers and thunderstorms. Thus late spring as well as late autumn is the best time to visit Chicago. Tone of weather of spring in Chicago is set by collision of warm inland air masses and cold air blown from abo...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:40:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I find a buried sprinkler valve box?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-find-a-buried-sprinkler-valve-box.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-find-a-buried-sprinkler-valve-box.html</guid><description>How do I find a buried sprinkler valve box?
The cheapest and easiest way to find buried irrigation valves is often to probe the soil with a thin rod, such as a long screwdriver. Often you can estimate the rough location of the irrigation valve, then find a buried valve box by probing the ground.
How...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:35:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big does a dwarf Hinoki cypress get?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-does-a-dwarf-hinoki-cypress-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-does-a-dwarf-hinoki-cypress-get.html</guid><description>How big does a dwarf Hinoki cypress get?
Habit: This evergreen shrub has the potential to reach about five or six feet tall and nearly as wide, with a pyramidal shape. It is extremely slow growing, however, putting on just one to three inches of growth each year and remaining flat-topped or rounded ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:34:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are California Root Borer Beetles Bad?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-california-root-borer-beetles-bad.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-california-root-borer-beetles-bad.html</guid><description>Are California Root Borer Beetles Bad?
The giant root borer beetle is a Prionus species and member of the Longhorn Beetle Family, as evidenced by their unusually long antennae. While they look scary, adult beetles do not bite or harm humans.
How do you get rid of root borer beetles?
Preventing gru...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:33:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you save a pine tree that is turning brown?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-save-a-pine-tree-that-is-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-save-a-pine-tree-that-is-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Can you save a pine tree that is turning brown?
Increase drainage and take measures to prevent pines from standing in water– if the tree is young, you may be able to trim the rotted roots away from the plant. Proper watering should allow this condition to correct itself over time, though the browned...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:27:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long after planting grapes do they produce?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-after-planting-grapes-do-they-produce.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-after-planting-grapes-do-they-produce.html</guid><description>How long after planting grapes do they produce?
Generally speaking, a grape vine growing in your backyard could take three years to produce a good crop of viable grapes.
Can grape vines be planted in the fall?
In most of the U.S., the best time to plant grape vines is very late winter or early spr...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:21:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why have moles suddenly appeared in my garden?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-have-moles-suddenly-appeared-in-my-garden.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-have-moles-suddenly-appeared-in-my-garden.html</guid><description>Why have moles suddenly appeared in my garden?
Moles do not hibernate. They are usually nearer the surface in winter and deeper in summer. They love moist soil where worms are active, which is why they suddenly appear when the soil becomes cool, and moist in late autumn.
How do you get rid of family...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:15:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the going rate for black walnut trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-going-rate-for-black-walnut-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-going-rate-for-black-walnut-trees.html</guid><description>What is the going rate for black walnut trees?
Black walnut logs bring premium prices, and have since the 1700s, with single trees bringing up to $20,000. Bruce Thompson, author of “Black Walnut For Profit,” estimates a mature stand of black walnut trees can bring about $100,000 per acre in timber v...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:13:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take a southern magnolia tree to grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-a-southern-magnolia-tree-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-a-southern-magnolia-tree-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does it take a southern magnolia tree to grow?
These trees might take another 10 to 20 years to reach their mature heights. Cultivar and growth rate may dictate that a magnolia attains maturity in between 10 to 30 years, but conditions of soil, moisture and environment might oblige the tree...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 16:13:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of fungus on a peach tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-on-a-peach-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-on-a-peach-tree.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of fungus on a peach tree?
Use fungicides with propiconazole or captan (make sure they’re safe for peach trees). Start spraying at full bloom and repeat twice at 10- to 14-day intervals. Once your peaches begin to change color, start spraying every seven days. You also can use Cle...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:58:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of fungus on peach trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-on-peach-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-on-peach-trees.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of fungus on peach trees?
Use fungicides with propiconazole or captan (make sure they’re safe for peach trees). Start spraying at full bloom and repeat twice at 10- to 14-day intervals. Once your peaches begin to change color, start spraying every seven days. You also can use Clem...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:57:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my Bismarck palm dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-bismarck-palm-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-bismarck-palm-dying.html</guid><description>Why is my Bismarck palm dying?
A: The number one cause for the demise of Bismarck palms in Southwest Florida is the palmetto weevil, Rynchophorus cruentatus. It is thought that the adult insects are attracted to stressed and weakened palms.
Is there a palm tree disease in Florida?
DAVIE, Fla. (AP)...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:54:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are grass lawns bad for the environment?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-grass-lawns-bad-for-the-environment.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-grass-lawns-bad-for-the-environment.html</guid><description>Are grass lawns bad for the environment?
Every year across the country, lawns consume nearly 3 trillion gallons of water a year, 200 million gallons of gas (for all that mowing), and 70 million pounds of pesticides. In fact, these lawns can do substantial harm to the environment and to both vertebra...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:52:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does a ash tree last?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-a-ash-tree-last.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-a-ash-tree-last.html</guid><description>How long does a ash tree last?
Ash are fast growing to their expected lifespan of 200 to 300 years. They thrive in full sunlight, growing more slowly in shaded areas. Young saplings tolerate wind and atmospheric pollution. The branches develop in opposite pairs from the trunk, similar to maple and d...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:51:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many houses are for sale in farmhouse TN?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-many-houses-are-for-sale-in-farmhouse-tn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-many-houses-are-for-sale-in-farmhouse-tn.html</guid><description>How many houses are for sale in farmhouse TN?
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2021-06-03 23:18:26 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID.
How big is country singer’s home in Nashville?
This country legend’s former home...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:47:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are palm trees poisonous?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-palm-trees-poisonous.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-palm-trees-poisonous.html</guid><description>Are palm trees poisonous?
In the Sunshine State, there are many palm trees that are toxic to humans and to pets. Certain species of palm trees have toxin-producing leaves, seeds, or cones that can cause serious medical problems and even death.
Is there a test to see if a tree was poisoned?
You might...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:46:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you put between flagstone rocks?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-you-put-between-flagstone-rocks.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-you-put-between-flagstone-rocks.html</guid><description>What do you put between flagstone rocks?
Sand is traditionally used between the cracks of pavers. The small granules fill in the gaps between the stones without leaving spaces. Brush the sand into the flagstone gaps with a push broom. You’ll need to wet the sand so it settles and add more sand until...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:41:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do Stella cherry trees live?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-stella-cherry-trees-live.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-stella-cherry-trees-live.html</guid><description>How long do Stella cherry trees live?
Sweet cherries, including Stella, generally live 20 to 30 years, although they are more difficult to grow than apples and may die for no apparent reason, according to Cornell University New York State Agricultural Experiment Station.
How long does it take for a ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:40:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast does honey fungus spread?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-does-honey-fungus-spread.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-does-honey-fungus-spread.html</guid><description>How fast does honey fungus spread?
It has been proven a single fungus can spread in an area as large as 37 acres and infect all the trees in its path. The growth is underground in the main at the rate of approximately 1 metre each year, although it is thought that in warm, humid conditions it might ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:37:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it hard to maintain a yard in Houston?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-hard-to-maintain-a-yard-in-houston.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-hard-to-maintain-a-yard-in-houston.html</guid><description>Is it hard to maintain a yard in Houston?
At least, when it comes to landscaping. The hot and humid summers here can be too harsh for some plants, flooding can damage yards and drown roots, and many species won’t tolerate this area’s heavy clay soils. But don’t give up hope! Even with these obstacle...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:32:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you save a dying queen palm tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-save-a-dying-queen-palm-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-save-a-dying-queen-palm-tree.html</guid><description>How do you save a dying queen palm tree?
Follow the steps below to properly care for your dying palm tree.
ADD THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF WATER.
USE HIGH-QUALITY FERTILIZER.
KEEP FERTILIZER 2 FT AWAY FROM ROOTS.
USE HIGH-QUALITY SOIL.
ONLY CUT FRONDS AFTER THEY ARE COMPLETELY DEAD.
DON’T PRUNE DURING...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:29:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How quickly does a Kwanzan cherry tree grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-quickly-does-a-kwanzan-cherry-tree-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-quickly-does-a-kwanzan-cherry-tree-grow.html</guid><description>How quickly does a Kwanzan cherry tree grow?
12-24 inches per year
The trees grow to be 30-40 feet tall with a 30-40 foot spread, and have a moderate growth rate of 12-24 inches per year.
Is Kwanzan cherry tree fast growing?
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9 serrulata “Kwanzan”). This tree typically gro...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:22:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there any good free pictures of trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-there-any-good-free-pictures-of-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-there-any-good-free-pictures-of-trees.html</guid><description>Are there any good free pictures of trees?
Among our royalty free high-quality pictures of trees and images of trees are pictures of trees blossoming, trees standing in the landscape and also trees in the snow. All pictures are free for you to download and used commercially for your business purpose...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:21:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you grow a eucalyptus tree in a container?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-grow-a-eucalyptus-tree-in-a-container.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-grow-a-eucalyptus-tree-in-a-container.html</guid><description>Can you grow a eucalyptus tree in a container?
They are tall evergreen trees with aromatic leaves. But the tree grows well indoors too. Potted eucalyptus trees can be grown as container perennials until they get so big that they must be planted in the backyard or donated to a park.
How many eucalypt...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:17:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you plant a Japanese maple in late spring?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-plant-a-japanese-maple-in-late-spring.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-plant-a-japanese-maple-in-late-spring.html</guid><description>Can you plant a Japanese maple in late spring?
Planting Japanese Maples So unlike many plants, the summer months may not be the best choice for planting. Planting in very early spring or well into fall suits these trees just fine.
Will a Japanese maple survive a spring freeze?
When Japanese maples a...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:05:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are arborists referred to as tree doctors?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-arborists-referred-to-as-tree-doctors.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-arborists-referred-to-as-tree-doctors.html</guid><description>Why are arborists referred to as tree doctors?
Arborists cultivate trees and shrubs in order to maximize their health and aesthetic appearance while minimizing risks they pose to the people who interact with them. Because one of an arborist’s main responsibilities is diagnosing and treating diseases...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:04:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can You decorate your garden with pebble pebbles?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-decorate-your-garden-with-pebble-pebbles.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-decorate-your-garden-with-pebble-pebbles.html</guid><description>Can You decorate your garden with pebble pebbles?
You can decorate your garden with pebble in any way you like. Pebbles create a very soothing atmosphere in the garden along with cooling effect. So if you are looking forward to design your garden with pebbles consult professional designers in this r...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:01:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I identify a palo verde tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-identify-a-palo-verde-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-identify-a-palo-verde-tree.html</guid><description>How do I identify a palo verde tree?
The Foothills Palo Verde (Cercidium microphyllum) can be found mostly on rocky slopes. They have a yellow-green trunk, tiny leaves and pods that constrict around the seeds. The Blue Palo Verde (Cercidium floridum) are usually spotted next water sources, like wash...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:54:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of trees do not lose their leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-trees-do-not-lose-their-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-trees-do-not-lose-their-leaves.html</guid><description>What kind of trees do not lose their leaves?
Trees that lose all of their leaves for part of the year are known as deciduous trees. Those that don’t are called evergreen trees.
Which types of trees do not lose leaves in winter?
Coniferous trees typically do not lose their leaves in winter. Their l...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:18:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a pin oak tree to mature?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-pin-oak-tree-to-mature.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-pin-oak-tree-to-mature.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a pin oak tree to mature?
Pin Oak. The pin oak (Quercus palustris) is a fast-growing red oak that starts to produce its first acorns after it is 20 years of age. A span of only one or two years is between significant acorn crops after the tree matures.
What is killing pin o...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:14:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are jacaranda trees invasive?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-jacaranda-trees-invasive.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-jacaranda-trees-invasive.html</guid><description>Are jacaranda trees invasive?
It is regarded as an invasive species in some areas because it out-competes the native plants. In South Africa, for example, trade in this species is prohibited, and planting a jacaranda requires special permission.
How far apart should you plant jacaranda trees?
Jacara...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:14:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many trees can you plant on an acre of land?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-many-trees-can-you-plant-on-an-acre-of-land.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-many-trees-can-you-plant-on-an-acre-of-land.html</guid><description>How many trees can you plant on an acre of land?
You can grow 200 trees on 1 acre.
How big does a mesquite tree get?
Mesquite trees, when provided with optimum growing conditions, can reach heights of 40 feet when fully grown (after at least 20 years) and live for more than 100 years. Mesquite tre...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:12:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you revive an unhealthy lawn?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-revive-an-unhealthy-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-revive-an-unhealthy-lawn.html</guid><description>How do you revive an unhealthy lawn?
How to Revive Dead Grass
Pull weeds or use herbicide to remove unwanted plants from your yard.
Dethatch the lawn to promote the circulation of air, water, and nutrients to the soil underneath this layer of decomposing plant material.
Till the soil to a depth of ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:09:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you do with ponderosa pine needles?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-you-do-with-ponderosa-pine-needles.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-you-do-with-ponderosa-pine-needles.html</guid><description>What do you do with ponderosa pine needles?
They are a good mulching material that will keep the moisture in, suppress weeds and eventually add nutrients back to the soil. Do not allow them to build up beyond 4 inches as they will prevent the flow of water through them. You can also add them to a co...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:07:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can you tell if a ash tree has ash borer?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-if-a-ash-tree-has-ash-borer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-you-tell-if-a-ash-tree-has-ash-borer.html</guid><description>How can you tell if a ash tree has ash borer?
If you ash tree has one or more of the following symptoms, it may be infested by Emerald Ash Borer:
Bark flecking in the upper branches of tree. The flecking (light patches) may be caused by woodpeckers feeding on EAB and other insect larva.
Severe die-...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:07:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What maple trees stay small?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-maple-trees-stay-small.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-maple-trees-stay-small.html</guid><description>What maple trees stay small?
The Amur maple is one of the smaller trees in the Acer genus, growing either as a spreading multi-stem shrub or a small tree with a dense, rounded crown. Acer ginnala is sometimes classified as a subspecies of Tatarian maple, carrying the label Acer tataricum subsp. ginn...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:01:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where are the USDA hardiness zones in South Carolina?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-are-the-usda-hardiness-zones-in-south-carolina.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-are-the-usda-hardiness-zones-in-south-carolina.html</guid><description>Where are the USDA hardiness zones in South Carolina?
USDA Zones 7a through 9a are represented in South Carolina. USDA Zones 3b through 5b are represented in South Dakota. Continue to 45 of 54 below. USDA Zones 5b through 8a are represented in Tennessee. USDA Zones 7b through 10a are represented in ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:59:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the best Blacktop driveway sealer?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-is-the-best-blacktop-driveway-sealer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-is-the-best-blacktop-driveway-sealer.html</guid><description>Which is the best Blacktop driveway sealer?
Sakrete Blacktop Sealer This product is available in a 5-gallon package like the others and has been specifically designed for blacktop driveways. The manufacturers say that the product stirs quite easily and spreads easily on the intended surface. It is v...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:55:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Who is responsible for boundary trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/who-is-responsible-for-boundary-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/who-is-responsible-for-boundary-trees.html</guid><description>Who is responsible for boundary trees?
When a tree grows exactly on the boundary, so that the base of its stem is actually intersected by the line between two properties, the tree will normally be considered to be jointly owned by both neighbours – who are, at least in theory, tenants in common of t...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:52:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat white fungus on sago palms?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-white-fungus-on-sago-palms.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-white-fungus-on-sago-palms.html</guid><description>How do you treat white fungus on sago palms?
First prune off any infested fronds. Then apply paraffin based horticultural oil to all parts of the plant. Mix 3 tablespoons (44 ml.) of oil with water and spray the entire palm.
What is the white stuff on my palm?
The most concerning and most likely cau...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:47:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of Tar spot on maple trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-tar-spot-on-maple-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-tar-spot-on-maple-trees.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of Tar spot on maple trees?
The best way to treat and prevent maple tar involves a little elbow grease! As the leaves fall, rake and destroy all leaves. Do your best to get every single leaf out of the area, which in turn will remove most of the tar spot fungal spores.
Is Maple ta...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:45:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Who is the leader of the Mother Tree Project?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/who-is-the-leader-of-the-mother-tree-project.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/who-is-the-leader-of-the-mother-tree-project.html</guid><description>Who is the leader of the Mother Tree Project?
Led by Dr. Suzanne Simard, forest ecology professor at the University of British Columbia, the Mother Tree Project brings together academia, government, forestry companies, research forests, community forests and First Nations to identify and design succ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:32:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When do you spray antifungal on trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-do-you-spray-antifungal-on-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-do-you-spray-antifungal-on-trees.html</guid><description>When do you spray antifungal on trees?
“For a fungicide to be effective, it needs to be applied very early in the season, when the new foliage is just beginning to emerge from the buds,” she said. There’s no way to predict when that will be, since the buds’ opening depends on the weather.
How do you...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:31:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my cherry tree leaves dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-cherry-tree-leaves-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-cherry-tree-leaves-dying.html</guid><description>Why are my cherry tree leaves dying?
Common cherry tree problems include rot, spot, and knot diseases. Trees can also get blight, canker, and powdery mildew. Symptoms of rot diseases include slowed growth, discolored leaves that wilt quickly in hot weather, dieback, and sudden plant death. This is o...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:21:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat bacterial blight on lilacs?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-bacterial-blight-on-lilacs.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-bacterial-blight-on-lilacs.html</guid><description>How do you treat bacterial blight on lilacs?
If your lilac bush does have infection, prune and burn all infected parts as soon as you notice them. Spray copper sulfate during the early spring. The disease starts as brown spots on stems and leaves of young shoots as they develop in early spring. A ye...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:12:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a queen palm to establish?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-queen-palm-to-establish.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-queen-palm-to-establish.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a queen palm to establish?
Remove the fruit pulp then soak the seeds in water for a few days. Once the soaking period is done, plant the seeds in a well-drained, moist potting soil. Germination can take from six weeks to six months.
How often should queen palms be fertilize...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:12:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves on my red maple turning brown?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-red-maple-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-red-maple-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves on my red maple turning brown?
Over-exposure to sun can result in brown leaves, a phenomenon also known as “leaf scorch.”1﻿ A hot summer can leave even established specimens that are too exposed to sun with brown leaves, especially if other debilitating factors are present.
How do...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:07:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is my arborvitae tree dead?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-my-arborvitae-tree-dead.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-my-arborvitae-tree-dead.html</guid><description>Is my arborvitae tree dead?
twigs should be pliable, dark wet looking green when scraped. By now new growth should be appearing. there may be some green color under the bark BUT should not snap off. You can wait a bit longer for new growth to appear, but by mid to late may if nothing is happening th...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:07:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do horse chestnut trees symbolize?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-horse-chestnut-trees-symbolize.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-horse-chestnut-trees-symbolize.html</guid><description>What do horse chestnut trees symbolize?
Symbol of Growth The horse chestnut tree can be considered as a sign of growing to a particular point in one’s life or attaining a new point in life.
Are horse chestnut trees good for wildlife?
Value to wildlife The flowers provide a rich source of nectar an...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:05:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can trees recover from Needlecast?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-trees-recover-from-needlecast.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-trees-recover-from-needlecast.html</guid><description>Can trees recover from Needlecast?
Hear this out loudPauseSome needles stay on the tree over winter and produce spores the following spring, which spread the disease. New growth may appear at the ends of some of the bare branches in the spring, so you may think the tree is recovering, but this new g...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:02:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the morning person or evening person?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-is-the-morning-person-or-evening-person.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-is-the-morning-person-or-evening-person.html</guid><description>Which is the morning person or evening person?
The standard circadian profile is the N type, which means people who wake up between 7 and 8 a.m. and go to bed between 11 p.m. and midnight. The N type is most likely to be alert in the morning and early evening and least alert in the early afternoon. ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:50:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat anthracnose in trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-anthracnose-in-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-anthracnose-in-trees.html</guid><description>How do you treat anthracnose in trees?
How to Control Anthracnose
Remove and destroy any infected plants in your garden. For trees, prune out the dead wood and destroy the infected leaves.
You can try spraying your plants with a copper-based fungicide, though be careful because copper can build up ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:44:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What to do on the Central Coast of California?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-to-do-on-the-central-coast-of-california.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-to-do-on-the-central-coast-of-california.html</guid><description>What to do on the Central Coast of California?
From soft white sand to secluded rocky coves, the Central Coast has a beach for everyone along its gorgeous shoreline. There’s no shortage of outdoor experiences for Central Coast new homeowners, from surfing, hiking, and mountain biking, to camping on ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:40:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes brown patches on Leylandii hedge?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-causes-brown-patches-on-leylandii-hedge.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-causes-brown-patches-on-leylandii-hedge.html</guid><description>What causes brown patches on Leylandii hedge?
Over the past few years brown patches on leylandii hedges has been a real problem in some areas. These patches are caused by conifer aphids that feed by sucking the sap from the new shoots.
Can Brown conifers recover?
The brown needles and shoots will ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:38:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the white stuff in ash?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-white-stuff-in-ash.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-white-stuff-in-ash.html</guid><description>What is the white stuff in ash?
Many native deciduous trees, like ash, can leak sap as a result of a common bacterial disease called slime flux or wetwood. Your ash tree may ooze sap from this infection, but you might also see, coming from the bark, foaming white material that does not look at all l...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:28:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does an avocado graft take to heal?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-an-avocado-graft-take-to-heal.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-an-avocado-graft-take-to-heal.html</guid><description>How long does an avocado graft take to heal?
It will typically take around 4–6 weeks for the graft union to heal successfully, at which time you will see new buds and growth pushing through the parafilm. You don’t need to remove the parafilm, but you should remove the rubber band or grafting tape on...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:27:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How close can a koi pond be to a house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-close-can-a-koi-pond-be-to-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-close-can-a-koi-pond-be-to-a-house.html</guid><description>How close can a koi pond be to a house?
Setting a pond closer than the recommended or regulated limits is likely to result in damage when the water overtops the banks. Even if you’re not working with any specific guidelines from your zoning department or permit office, consider leaving a barrier of ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:20:46 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>