<?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>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:25:55 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>When Should I aerate my lawn?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-i-aerate-my-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-i-aerate-my-lawn.html</guid><description>When Should I aerate my lawn?
You want to aerate the lawn when your grass is in its peak growing period so it can recover quickly—think early spring or fall for cool-season grasses, and late spring through early summer for warm-season grasses. If you have high-traffic areas or heavy clay soil, you w...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:22:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my weeping willow look dead?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-my-weeping-willow-look-dead.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-my-weeping-willow-look-dead.html</guid><description>Why does my weeping willow look dead?
How do you know when a weeping willow is dying? Look for signs of decay and uprooting at the base of the tree, where the trunk rises from the ground. Soft, rotting wood and an abundance of bored insect holes around the base signals a dead weeping willow tree.
Wh...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:21:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my boxwoods turning brown?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-boxwoods-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-boxwoods-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why are my boxwoods turning brown?
Boxwood leaves can turn brown from the boxwood leafminer. The infested leaves will develop brown patches as the larvae grow and heavily infested leaves will defoliate in the late fall and early spring. Boxwood leafminer larvae feed on the inner tissue of boxwood le...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:20:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where does the Nothofagus obliqua tree come from?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-does-the-nothofagus-obliqua-tree-come-from.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-does-the-nothofagus-obliqua-tree-come-from.html</guid><description>Where does the Nothofagus obliqua tree come from?
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Nothofagus obliqua, commonly known as Patagonian oak, roble, pellín, roble pellín, and hualle in its early state of growth or roble beech, is a deciduous tree from Chile and Argentina. It grows from 33 to 43° sou...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:10:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best way to reseed a lawn?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-way-to-reseed-a-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-way-to-reseed-a-lawn.html</guid><description>What is the best way to reseed a lawn?
How to overseed your lawn
Mow the lawn to approx 25mm.
Use a spring tine rake to break up and remove the layer of dead matted grass known as thatch.
Using a garden fork, spike the lawn to a depth of approx.
If your lawn has not been fed in the last 4 months ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:00:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does foxtail palm take to grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-foxtail-palm-take-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-foxtail-palm-take-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does foxtail palm take to grow?
Its quick growth means you can enjoy a good-size tree in just a few years. Though foxtail palm is often planted by itself, it looks best when grouped or clustered as three or more.
When should palm trees be planted?
Although they can be transplanted any tim...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:57:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will small tree roots grow back?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-small-tree-roots-grow-back.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-small-tree-roots-grow-back.html</guid><description>Will small tree roots grow back?
If a tree doesn’t produce root sprouts, then it’s unlikely it’ll regrow. Instead, the roots will eventually decompose. Trees like pines, oaks, and maples do not grow back from roots. Conversely, some tree species aggressively sprout from the roots even after the tree...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:56:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my pear tree turning yellow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-pear-tree-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-pear-tree-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why is my pear tree turning yellow?
The most obvious cause of pear tree leaves turning yellow is, of course, autumn. Spray petroleum oil on the leaves in late winter to deter egg laying. Your yellow pear leaves might also be caused by the stress of over or under watering. Pear trees like infrequent,...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:53:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of wire to use on trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-wire-to-use-on-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-wire-to-use-on-trees.html</guid><description>What kind of wire to use on trees?
Another serious problem is the metal composition of the staples. This metal can poison and kill the tree. The proper way to attach the wire to a tree is by using stainless steel screws and nylon zip ties. First, the stainless steel will not poison the tree.
What ha...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:52:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a tree be saved if it splits?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-tree-be-saved-if-it-splits.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-tree-be-saved-if-it-splits.html</guid><description>Can a tree be saved if it splits?
How to Save a Split Tree. Minor splits on branches that are not hanging or otherwise deformed should heal on their own. If the split looks like a gash and is still connected to an unharmed branch, smooth the bark out to help the healing process. Think of these split...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:52:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you tell what kind of tree it is by the leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-tell-what-kind-of-tree-it-is-by-the-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-tell-what-kind-of-tree-it-is-by-the-leaves.html</guid><description>How do you tell what kind of tree it is by the leaves?
The shape of a leaf can also give clues when identifying broadleaf tree species. Common leaf identification shapes include ovate (egg shaped), lanceolate (long and narrow), deltoid (triangular), obicular (round) and cordate (heart shaped).
What ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:51:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat fungus on a redbud tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-fungus-on-a-redbud-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-fungus-on-a-redbud-tree.html</guid><description>How do you treat fungus on a redbud tree?
Apply a fungicide labeled for general use on trees and shrubs, at 10 day intervals when spots first appear and during prolonged periods of wet weather. Cotton Root Rot (fungus – Phymatotrichum omnivorum): Redbud is rated as highly susceptible to the cotton r...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:51:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is a honey locust tree poisonous?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-a-honey-locust-tree-poisonous.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-a-honey-locust-tree-poisonous.html</guid><description>Is a honey locust tree poisonous?
Honey locust can produce numerous thorns that are capable of puncturing implement tires. Though not listed as a toxic plant, contact with thorns often results in sore wounds that are slow to heal.
Do honey locust thorns have poison?
Although being scratched by the...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:43:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it possible to buy 50 acres of land?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-possible-to-buy-50-acres-of-land.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-possible-to-buy-50-acres-of-land.html</guid><description>Is it possible to buy 50 acres of land?
And, if you can be patient instead of requiring instant gratification. There is no more $50-an-acre land; unless you count some of the inaccessible and unusable properties that are sometimes available in blocks of 10,000 acres or more; and even these propertie...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:40:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I get rid of weeds permanently?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-i-get-rid-of-weeds-permanently.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-i-get-rid-of-weeds-permanently.html</guid><description>How can I get rid of weeds permanently?
Burn weeds with weed flame gun, spray with vinegar, dig them out or cover with tarpaulin or carpet. Chemical control: Use our combination weed kille﻿r﻿ and sprayer﻿﻿﻿, it kills down to the roots and kills weeds permanently.
How do you permanently get rid of we...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:34:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you prove a tree has been poisoned?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-prove-a-tree-has-been-poisoned.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-prove-a-tree-has-been-poisoned.html</guid><description>How do you prove a tree has been poisoned?
A tree that been injected with poison will typically begin to show signs of deterioration within 1-2 weeks. The symptoms include wilting and yellowing leaves, rapid and massive leaf drop, and stunted buds. Herbicides, such as glyphosate are a favorite of tr...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:09:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens if you damage tree roots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-if-you-damage-tree-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-if-you-damage-tree-roots.html</guid><description>What happens if you damage tree roots?
Damaged roots can cause buds and twigs to immediately die, weakening the plant. The weakened plant may then begin to show decline symptoms such as lack of vigor and reduced growth. Plants with damaged roots show symptoms on the side of the plant where roots hav...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:00:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best way to rejuvenate your lawn?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-way-to-rejuvenate-your-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-way-to-rejuvenate-your-lawn.html</guid><description>What is the best way to rejuvenate your lawn?
How to: rejuvenate the lawn
Add water. Water deeply in the early morning.
Mow often. A thick, healthy lawn helps suppress weeds: the key is to mow lightly and often rather than hard and infrequently.
Feed now. As lawns recover they need nutrition to s...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:47:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my ginkgo tree losing leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-ginkgo-tree-losing-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-ginkgo-tree-losing-leaves.html</guid><description>Why is my ginkgo tree losing leaves?
Ginkgos lose all their leaves at the same time because of the way their petioles—known as stems—work, according to the Chicago Tribune. As the weather gets colder, the petioles get what’s called scars to protect the tree from disease after the leaves fall. For mo...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:46:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get rid of pecan tree galls?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-rid-of-pecan-tree-galls.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-rid-of-pecan-tree-galls.html</guid><description>How do I get rid of pecan tree galls?
Proper treatment consists of spraying the entire trunk and large branches with an insecticide labeled for controlling aphids. The trunk is sprayed because a majority of the eggs are laid in the cracks and cervices of the bark. The eggs hatch in the spring, when ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:33:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How old are mature beech trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-old-are-mature-beech-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-old-are-mature-beech-trees.html</guid><description>How old are mature beech trees?
Beech are ancient from 225 years onwards, although many have ancient characteristics from around 175 years. Typically a veteran beech will be 125-200 years of age and a notable beech may be 75-150 years old.
How tall is a mature beech tree?
40m
Mature beech trees can ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:30:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I rake up maple seeds?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/should-i-rake-up-maple-seeds.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/should-i-rake-up-maple-seeds.html</guid><description>Should I rake up maple seeds?
The best way to pick up maple seeds is using rake, according to Cooperative Extension System. Using herbicides like glyphosate can also help after the seeds have begun to grow but be sure to avoid hitting any other plants with it, as it will kill them as well.
Can you s...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:29:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to cut down a 25 foot pine tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-cut-down-a-25-foot-pine-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-cut-down-a-25-foot-pine-tree.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to cut down a 25 foot pine tree?
Removing Trees – Cost Per Tree
Size
Height
Average cost
Small
Up to 15 ft.
$225 – $500
Medium
15 – 25 ft.
$500 – $900
Large
25 – 60 ft.
$900 – $2500
Extra Large
60 – 120 ft
$2500 – $4500
How much does it cost to remove a $50 foot pin...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:23:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat leaf spots on a pear tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-leaf-spots-on-a-pear-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-leaf-spots-on-a-pear-tree.html</guid><description>How do you treat leaf spots on a pear tree?
Treating pear fruit spot requires a combination of chemical and cultural practices. Apply fungicides as soon as leaves are fully developed, then repeat three more times at two-week intervals. Spray the tree thoroughly until the fungicide drips from the lea...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:22:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you keep apples from getting maggots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-keep-apples-from-getting-maggots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-keep-apples-from-getting-maggots.html</guid><description>How do you keep apples from getting maggots?
Kaolin clay can discourage apple maggot flies and other insects from laying eggs in apple plantings. This method is best used with traps and before any pesticide application. Apply clay in a visible layer to all surfaces of the tree, leaves and fruit. Thi...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:19:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens if you kill the roots of a tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-if-you-kill-the-roots-of-a-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-if-you-kill-the-roots-of-a-tree.html</guid><description>What happens if you kill the roots of a tree?
The tree will be unable to transport nutrients from the leaves to the roots and will die in a matter of weeks. Knowing how to kill tree roots is the same as knowing how to kill a tree. Tree roots need to breathe and if they are suffocated, the tree will ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:18:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will mandevilla grow on fence?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-mandevilla-grow-on-fence.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-mandevilla-grow-on-fence.html</guid><description>Will mandevilla grow on fence?
This long-blooming plant starts its display in early summer and continues to produce new wood blooms through mid-summer. It’s perfect for covering trellises, railings, posts, arbors, pergolas, fences – anything that needs beautifying.
What is a good companion plant for...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:16:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you keep moles from digging holes in your yard?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-keep-moles-from-digging-holes-in-your-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-keep-moles-from-digging-holes-in-your-yard.html</guid><description>How do you keep moles from digging holes in your yard?
Moles and gophers can damage your lawn and garden. Control them humanely by eliminating their food source, spraying with liquid repellents, scattering repellent granules, using barriers and/or digging trenches lined with wire mesh or hardware cl...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:04:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my deodar cedar dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-deodar-cedar-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-deodar-cedar-dying.html</guid><description>Why is my deodar cedar dying?
When fungal pathogens invade cedar trees through bark cracks, they cause lesions that are called cankers. An early symptom of canker disease is tip dieback on individual “flagged branches.” The main trunk, which is also called the central leader, starts dying from the t...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:03:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I fertilize my lawn year round?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-fertilize-my-lawn-year-round.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-fertilize-my-lawn-year-round.html</guid><description>How do I fertilize my lawn year round?
Fertilize: If you have cool-season grass in your lawn, aim to fertilize in early spring. You can wait until mid-to-late spring if you have warm-season grass. Fertilize as your grass begins its most active growth period. We recommend using a slow-release fertili...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:02:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the easiest way to identify poison sumac?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-easiest-way-to-identify-poison-sumac.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-easiest-way-to-identify-poison-sumac.html</guid><description>What is the easiest way to identify poison sumac?
Poison sumac has clusters of white or light-green berries that sag downward on its branches, while the red berries of harmless sumac sit upright. Also, each stem on the poison sumac plant has a cluster of leaflets with smooth edges, while harmless su...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:49:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do I need cleaner with pressure washer?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-i-need-cleaner-with-pressure-washer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-i-need-cleaner-with-pressure-washer.html</guid><description>Do I need cleaner with pressure washer?
Most manufacturers recommend that pressure washer soap be used with the washer to avoid any malfunction. Using regular household soap in a pressure washer is risky because the soap may not be compatible with the washer, thereby damaging the washer.
What do you...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:32:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you kill California pepper tree roots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-kill-california-pepper-tree-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-kill-california-pepper-tree-roots.html</guid><description>How do you kill California pepper tree roots?
Cut Brazilian pepper trees down to just above ground level with the machete. Immediately spray the stumps with a triclopyr ester or glyphosate-based herbicide.
How do I get rid of California pepper trees?
Cut the tree down to the stump as low as you ca...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:31:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves falling off my cherry tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-falling-off-my-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-falling-off-my-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves falling off my cherry tree?
Overwatering of flowering cherries can cause leaves to fall. Leaves falling off trees it is known as defoliation. 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 improp...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:16:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do controllers usually last?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-controllers-usually-last.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-controllers-usually-last.html</guid><description>How long do controllers usually last?
It might overheat if the airflow is obstructed by dust. And depends on how dusty your room is, you’ll probably get around 5 years. If you drop it, well it’ll depend on how high and how often you drop it. It could last for around 1 hour or perhaps 1 year.
How do ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:14:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my ash tree losing its leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-ash-tree-losing-its-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-ash-tree-losing-its-leaves.html</guid><description>Why is my ash tree losing its leaves?
Leaf drop of ash trees at this time of year (mid-late May) is usually caused by a fungal disease called ash anthracnose. The problem occurs on susceptible ash species (especially green ash) in extended periods of cool, moist weather. This early infection may kil...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:13:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can palm trees be planted near a pool?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-palm-trees-be-planted-near-a-pool.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-palm-trees-be-planted-near-a-pool.html</guid><description>Can palm trees be planted near a pool?
Yes, you can plant a palm tree by your pool. The queen palm reaches a great height of 15-20′ so provides majesty as well as the look you’re going for. Other palm varieties that will work are as follows: Sago Palm.
Can I grow windmill palm in a container?
Windmi...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:11:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can crepe myrtles be pruned in summer?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-crepe-myrtles-be-pruned-in-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-crepe-myrtles-be-pruned-in-summer.html</guid><description>Can crepe myrtles be pruned in summer?
Pruning crepe myrtles in summer is not the optimal time of year to trim your trees, unless you wait until after they bloom. Floridata notes that some cultivars continue to bloom for as long as 120 days, making this tree or large shrub a popular landscape plant....</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:07:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What mushrooms grow in Southwest Florida?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-mushrooms-grow-in-southwest-florida.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-mushrooms-grow-in-southwest-florida.html</guid><description>What mushrooms grow in Southwest Florida?
The Florida edible mushrooms I believe are easiest to identify are boletes, puffballs, chanterelles, indigo milk-caps and ganodermas (or reishi). None of them are too hard to identify and their possible toxic lookalikes aren’t deadly.
What time of year do mu...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:02:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are these tiny black bugs in my room?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-these-tiny-black-bugs-in-my-room.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-these-tiny-black-bugs-in-my-room.html</guid><description>What are these tiny black bugs in my room?
What are those tiny black bugs in your bed? They are likely either bat bugs, spider beetles, fleas or ticks. They are commonly found in many house holds. Generally speaking they are harmless and nothing to fear.
Where do tiny black bugs come from?
In your h...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:01:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you have just one pear tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-have-just-one-pear-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-have-just-one-pear-tree.html</guid><description>Can you have just one pear tree?
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. If you’re wondering whether you’re up to the challenge of growing fruit trees, start with two pear trees.
Can you grow ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:55:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall is an oak tree after 10 years?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-is-an-oak-tree-after-10-years.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-is-an-oak-tree-after-10-years.html</guid><description>How tall is an oak tree after 10 years?
Growing to 6m after 10 years and 11m after 20 years. The female flowers are found near the end of each twig and are reddish-brown in colour. The male flowers hang down on bright green catkins. The flowering month is May and, being a deciduous tree, it sheds it...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:49:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How should I plant my blueberry bush?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-should-i-plant-my-blueberry-bush.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-should-i-plant-my-blueberry-bush.html</guid><description>How should I plant my blueberry bush?
In most areas, it’s ideal to plant blueberries in the fall or spring. You can plant blueberry bushes as close as 2 or 2.5 feet apart to form solid hedgerows, or space them up to 6 feet apart so they grow individually. If you plant in rows, allow 8 to 10 feet bet...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:49:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a Crimson King Maple look like in the fall?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-a-crimson-king-maple-look-like-in-the-fall.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-a-crimson-king-maple-look-like-in-the-fall.html</guid><description>What does a Crimson King Maple look like in the fall?
It is popular for its summer foliage in purple-green shades. In the fall the leaves turn brown, bronze or maroon before dropping off. In the springtime the leaf crown fills with yellow and maroon flowers. The Crimson King maple has a shallow root...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:41:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of ants do I have in my yard?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-ants-do-i-have-in-my-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-ants-do-i-have-in-my-yard.html</guid><description>What kind of ants do I have in my yard?
Let this guide help you.
Carpenter Ants. Carpenter ants, which are typically black and ¼ to ½ inch long, are common pests throughout North America.
Odorous House Ants.
Pavement Ants.
Pharaoh Ants.
Argentine Ants.
Fire Ants.
How do I identify an ant?
An...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:38:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How often should I water a majesty palm?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-often-should-i-water-a-majesty-palm.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-often-should-i-water-a-majesty-palm.html</guid><description>How often should I water a majesty palm?
I water my palms almost every single Sunday, just so that I make a habit out of it. Test the soil by sticking your finger in an inch or so and if it’s dry feeling, then you can soak it in the sink like I explained above. If the soil still feels most, just wai...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:37:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do cypress trees grow well in Florida?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-cypress-trees-grow-well-in-florida.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-cypress-trees-grow-well-in-florida.html</guid><description>Do cypress trees grow well in Florida?
Cypress is cold hardy and grows anywhere in South Florida. It must have well drained soil and does best in full to part sun.
What kind of cypress trees grow in Florida?
Cypress trees, the most flood-tolerant of all Florida tree species, grow in areas that are...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:34:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best hedge for South Florida?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-hedge-for-south-florida.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-hedge-for-south-florida.html</guid><description>What is the best hedge for South Florida?
15 Best Plants for Hedges in Florida
Arborvitae. Many people love the pyramidal shape of the arborvitae.
Bottlebrush. The spikes of flowers on the end of the bottlebrush plant during the summer give this plant its name.
Boxwood.
Clusia.
Gardenia.
India...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:34:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my maple leaves limp?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-maple-leaves-limp.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-maple-leaves-limp.html</guid><description>Why are my maple leaves limp?
Without new root development, they are less able to absorb water and nutrients. The first summer is the most challenging for newly planted trees. Watch for signs of drought stress which include wilting of leaves and new growth, scorching of the leaf edges and dry, curle...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:29:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a shrub look like?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-a-shrub-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-a-shrub-look-like.html</guid><description>What does a shrub look like?
Shrubs are small to medium-sized woody plants, larger than flower, but smaller than trees. They usually have several stems, not just one main stem or trunk, like a tree. A shrub can be less than a foot tall or up to 15 feet tall and may be evergreen or deciduous (droppin...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:26:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the tolerance for a stair riser?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-tolerance-for-a-stair-riser.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-tolerance-for-a-stair-riser.html</guid><description>What is the tolerance for a stair riser?
Stair riser heights shall be 7 inches (178 mm) maximum and 4 inches (102 mm) minimum.
What is the minimum stair width?
(1) Stairways serving an occupant load of more than 50 shall be not less in width than 44 inches. Stairways serving an occupant load of 50...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:15:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can I plant in heavily shaded area?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-can-i-plant-in-heavily-shaded-area.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-can-i-plant-in-heavily-shaded-area.html</guid><description>What can I plant in heavily shaded area?
10 Great Plants for Shade
Heuchera (Coral Bells)
Lamium Maculatum (Dead Nettle)
Tiarella cordifolia (Foamflower)
Pulmonaria (Lungwort)
Astilbe.
Digitalis (Foxglove)
Hakonechloa (Japanese forest grass)
Primula (Primrose)
What is considered dense shade?
Bad s...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:14:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is digging small holes around my foundation?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-digging-small-holes-around-my-foundation.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-digging-small-holes-around-my-foundation.html</guid><description>What is digging small holes around my foundation?
Mice, voles, moles, chipmunks, ground squirrels, woodchucks, and other tunneling creatures are doing what comes naturally to stay safe and warm.
Can you dig next to house foundation?
As long as your foundation is structurally secure, you can dig righ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:13:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does it take 2 pear trees to produce fruit?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-it-take-2-pear-trees-to-produce-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-it-take-2-pear-trees-to-produce-fruit.html</guid><description>Does it take 2 pear trees to produce fruit?
It takes about two months between when pears first appear on your tree and when they are ripe enough to harvest. In addition, different pear tree varieties will bear fruit at different times of year.
What pollinates a plum tree?
Pollination can be performe...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:56:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do weeds grow under pine trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-weeds-grow-under-pine-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-weeds-grow-under-pine-trees.html</guid><description>Do weeds grow under pine trees?
Many gardeners dislike weeds growing around their pine trees. They make a yard look less cared for, and they can spread from the area beneath a pine tree to a nearby vegetable garden or landscape. A combination of weeding and mulching is usually the best way to keep w...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:55:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a blue spruce be transplanted?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-blue-spruce-be-transplanted.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-blue-spruce-be-transplanted.html</guid><description>Can a blue spruce be transplanted?
Blue spruce grow well in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 through 7 and transplant best as container-grown seedlings in the early spring or in the fall. Bare-rooted seedlings are available but are tricky to adequately water, making them more s...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:53:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you bring a dying evergreen tree back?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-bring-a-dying-evergreen-tree-back.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-bring-a-dying-evergreen-tree-back.html</guid><description>How do you bring a dying evergreen tree back?
The following will help you manage needlecast:
Prune away dead branches, twigs, and infected areas of the tree.
Remove fallen foliage and destroy it (burn it).
Apply a fungicide to the tree after removing signs of the infection.
Deep water the tree onc...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:45:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of mushroom grows out of a maple tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-mushroom-grows-out-of-a-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-mushroom-grows-out-of-a-maple-tree.html</guid><description>What kind of mushroom grows out of a maple tree?
Artist’s conk (Ganoderma applanatum) infects the living and dead tissue of sugar maple trees and produces bracket-like, woody-textured conks that can live for five to 10 years and grow to more than 3 feet wide. Each year, the fungus produces a new spo...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:41:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is eating my honey locust tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-eating-my-honey-locust-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-eating-my-honey-locust-tree.html</guid><description>What is eating my honey locust tree?
Quick facts. Honeylocust plant bugs feed on honeylocust trees. Varieties of honeylocust with yellow leaves are more attractive to honeylocust plant bugs than the ones with green leaves. Young, recently transplanted trees are more susceptible to damage.
What bug k...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:39:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens when mouse poison gets wet?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-when-mouse-poison-gets-wet.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-when-mouse-poison-gets-wet.html</guid><description>What happens when mouse poison gets wet?
“When this chemical comes in contact with water, it creates phosphine gas, which is highly poisonous and can cause pulmonary edema and respiratory failure.” Pulmonary edema occurs when fluid collects around the lungs and makes it difficult or impossible to br...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:38:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I take a picture of a plant and identify it?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-i-take-a-picture-of-a-plant-and-identify-it.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-i-take-a-picture-of-a-plant-and-identify-it.html</guid><description>How can I take a picture of a plant and identify it?
To identify a plant you simply need to simply snap a photo of the plant, and the app will tell you what it is in a matter of seconds! PlantSnap can currently recognize 90% of all known species of plants and trees, which covers most of the species ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:35:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my ponderosa pine needles turning brown?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-ponderosa-pine-needles-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-ponderosa-pine-needles-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why are my ponderosa pine needles turning brown?
The most evident problem this year is the abundance of ponderosa pine trees affected by foliar pathogens – microorganisms that infect tree needles. Foliar pathogens cause older needles to die and turn brown or reddish-brown and make the tree look like...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:34:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will powdery mildew kill my magnolia tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-powdery-mildew-kill-my-magnolia-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-powdery-mildew-kill-my-magnolia-tree.html</guid><description>Will powdery mildew kill my magnolia tree?
Organic Treatments. Unlike many fungal infections, powdery mildew spores do not survive in water. Overhead sprinkling can wash many of the spores off the magnolia, killing them. Make sure to water early enough in the day for the foliage to dry completely by...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:24:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When should you cut back hawthorn?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-you-cut-back-hawthorn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-you-cut-back-hawthorn.html</guid><description>When should you cut back hawthorn?
To prune your Hawthorn into a tree, simply remove the lower branches with a sharp pruning saw to reveal a single trunk. During the second year of planting, between February and March, is the recommended time for hard pruning Hawthorn hedges. Cut back growth by half...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:21:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is best to plant around a pool?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-best-to-plant-around-a-pool.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-best-to-plant-around-a-pool.html</guid><description>What is best to plant around a pool?
Plants like bamboo, palm trees and hedges can create a natural fence to enclose the space and even create some shade. You also want to use a mix of plants to add texture to the landscape around the pool. Combining ornamental grasses, cactuses, flowering plants an...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:18:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do pepper trees have shallow roots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-pepper-trees-have-shallow-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-pepper-trees-have-shallow-roots.html</guid><description>Do pepper trees have shallow roots?
The California pepper tree has roots that go everywhere and anywhere in search of water and nutrients, making it drought-tolerant but problematic. Its surface roots make it impossible to grow anything under the tree and the roots’ aggressive qualities break paveme...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:17:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the most hardy boxwood?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-most-hardy-boxwood.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-most-hardy-boxwood.html</guid><description>What is the most hardy boxwood?
insularis
insularis are considered the hardiest of all boxwood. Buxus semper. virens, common box, is hardy to zone 6 (Krussmann 1984) and has a greater stature than the preceding species. The large, dark green leaves remain evergreen all year.
Does Korean boxwood grow...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:16:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you grow a rose without soil?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-grow-a-rose-without-soil.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-grow-a-rose-without-soil.html</guid><description>Can you grow a rose without soil?
think again! As crazy as it seems, it’s possible to grow plants above the ground without any soil at all. Researchers discovered hundreds of years ago that soil simply holds mineral nutrients close to plant roots, but the soil itself isn’t necessary for plant growth...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:06:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How often should peach trees be watered?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-often-should-peach-trees-be-watered.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-often-should-peach-trees-be-watered.html</guid><description>How often should peach trees be watered?
On average, mature peach trees require at least 36 inches of water per year. The University of California says that in the summer growing season, peach trees in mild climates need either daily drip irrigation or a major sprinkler spraying every three weeks.
H...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:03:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat fungus on a plum tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-fungus-on-a-plum-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-fungus-on-a-plum-tree.html</guid><description>How do you treat fungus on a plum tree?
Prune out all infected branches in late winter (late February through the end of March) and destroy them by burning, burying, or throwing them away. Remove at least 3-4 inches of healthy tissue below each knot to ensure elimination of the fungus.
What’s eating...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:00:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a maple tree be cut out to enhance the?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-maple-tree-be-cut-out-to-enhance-the.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-maple-tree-be-cut-out-to-enhance-the.html</guid><description>Can a maple tree be cut out to enhance the?
A maple is growing within its canopy -about 50 ft away. The oak was fed last fall with a feeder root enhancer enzyme along with a general fertilizer. The oa … read more I have a large (over 10 feet) Okami Cherry tree that has sprouted additional small tree...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:56:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the smallest crape myrtle tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-smallest-crape-myrtle-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-smallest-crape-myrtle-tree.html</guid><description>What is the smallest crape myrtle tree?
Dwarf varieties only grow to a height of 4 feet or less. Semi-Dwarf varieties grow 4 to 8 feet tall. Large or Tree Crapemyrtle reaches a height of 10 to 20 feet. By choosing a suitably-sized variety for your location, you will eliminate the need for heavy prun...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:55:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my tree shedding leaves in June?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-tree-shedding-leaves-in-june.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-tree-shedding-leaves-in-june.html</guid><description>Why is my tree shedding leaves in June?
Leaf loss during the late summer can be caused by a problem with the water. Too little or too much water can cause your tree to drop leaves prematurely. However, if there has been too much rain during the summer or you have over-watered the tree, the leaves co...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:54:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What pine tree loses its needles every year?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-pine-tree-loses-its-needles-every-year.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-pine-tree-loses-its-needles-every-year.html</guid><description>What pine tree loses its needles every year?
Eastern larch
Eastern larch (also known as tamarack), dawn redwood and bald cypress trees lose all of their needles every year. Similar to deciduous trees, this helps protect them against winter conditions and (like all conifers) allows them to grow under...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:54:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are chow chows prone to bloat?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-chow-chows-prone-to-bloat.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-chow-chows-prone-to-bloat.html</guid><description>Are chow chows prone to bloat?
Bloat. Gastric dilatation and volvulus, also known as GDV or bloat, usually occurs in dogs with deep, narrow chests. This means your Chow Chow is more at risk than other breeds. When a dog bloats, the stomach twists on itself and fills with gas.
Does a chow chow need a...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:53:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can magnolias get too much water?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-magnolias-get-too-much-water.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-magnolias-get-too-much-water.html</guid><description>Can magnolias get too much water?
Magnolias do best when the soil is neutral to slightly acidic. Too little water can cause drought stress, which results in yellowing leaves on magnolias. Too much water, or soil that doesn’t drain well, can drown the tree roots. This can also cause yellow magnolia l...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:47:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I revive my hibiscus?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-revive-my-hibiscus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-revive-my-hibiscus.html</guid><description>How do I revive my hibiscus?
To revive a dying hibiscus ensure the soil is moist rather then saturated, mist the leaves to increase humidity and ensure your hibiscus has at least 5 hours of sunlight. Once you have adjusted the conditions to suit the hibiscus, new growth should emerge in the Spring a...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:29:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does Ylang-Ylang need full sun?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-ylang-ylang-need-full-sun.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-ylang-ylang-need-full-sun.html</guid><description>Does Ylang-Ylang need full sun?
Plant specs A fast grower with a conical shape, the ylang ylang likes full to partial sun. It’s evergreen and blooms on and off during warm months of the year…the fragrance may give it away since the green flowers are next to invisible when they first appear.
How do y...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:28:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of pine tree has drooping branches?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-pine-tree-has-drooping-branches.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-pine-tree-has-drooping-branches.html</guid><description>What kind of pine tree has drooping branches?
Hemlock (Tsuga) Hemlocks are a type of evergreen conifer that grow in a conical shape and have drooping or weeping branches.
How do you treat pine wilt?
Pine wilt management in the United States is currently best achieved by removal of symptomatic trees....</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:28:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you encourage vines to grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-encourage-vines-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-encourage-vines-to-grow.html</guid><description>How do you encourage vines to grow?
To encourage bushy growth on young vines, pinch out the stems’ terminal buds. If you want just a few vertical stems, though (for a tracery of growth around a column, for example), don’t pinch. Instead, remove all but one or two long stems at the base.
What to use ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:27:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you know when a walnut tree is dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-know-when-a-walnut-tree-is-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-know-when-a-walnut-tree-is-dying.html</guid><description>How do you know when a walnut tree is dying?
Walnut bark is normally shaggy and rough, but if you can pull it away with your fingers, the tree is dying or dead. If the bark is peeled all the way around the trunk, it’s definitely dead. If the tree’s cambium layer is exposed, it cannot pull water and ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:11:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are three trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-three-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-three-trees.html</guid><description>What are three trees?
Hear this out loudPauseThere are three basic leaf types: needles, scales and broadleaf. Most evergreens have needles or scales, while most broadleaf trees are deciduous, meaning they drop their leaves when dormant. However, there are exceptions. Larch has green needles that tur...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:11:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my tree sprouting?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-tree-sprouting.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-tree-sprouting.html</guid><description>Why is my tree sprouting?
In general there are two reasons a tree might start growing suckers: because it’s under stress, or because a graft has failed. Stress. Suckers are a tree’s attempt to grow more branches, often in response to some kind of injury. If the roots have been damaged, suckers may g...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:09:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast do rhododendrons grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-do-rhododendrons-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-do-rhododendrons-grow.html</guid><description>How fast do rhododendrons grow?
Some Rhododendrons will experience a fast growth rate (2 ft. per or 60 cm) while others will slowly grow less than 0.5 in. per year (1cm). If you choose plants that are the right size to begin with, they are relatively maintenance free.
How fast does forsythia grow?
2...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:09:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much gravel do you need for a driveway?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-gravel-do-you-need-for-a-driveway.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-gravel-do-you-need-for-a-driveway.html</guid><description>How much gravel do you need for a driveway?
This gravel calculator provides a rough guide to how much gravel you will need to cover a specific area (such as a driveway). The depth will depend on the size of the material as well as its intended use.
How big should a bag of gravel be?
Gravel Calcula...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:04:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What year did it snow on Halloween in MA?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-year-did-it-snow-on-halloween-in-ma.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-year-did-it-snow-on-halloween-in-ma.html</guid><description>What year did it snow on Halloween in MA?
2011
2011 Halloween nor’easter
Category 1 “Notable” (RSI/NOAA: 1.97)
Satellite image of the storm on October 29, 2011
Lowest pressure
971 mb (28.67 inHg)
Maximum snowfall or ice accretion
32 inches (81 cm), Peru, Massachusetts
Casualties
39 total
...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:54:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I keep squirrels and chipmunks out of my vegetable garden?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-keep-squirrels-and-chipmunks-out-of-my-vegetable-garden.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-keep-squirrels-and-chipmunks-out-of-my-vegetable-garden.html</guid><description>How do I keep squirrels and chipmunks out of my vegetable garden?
The Best Ways to Stop Squirrels and Chipmunks from Destroying Your Plants
Understand Why Squirrels and Chipmunks Dig.
Apply Cayenne Pepper or Other Repellent.
Avoid Attracting Squirrels and Chipmunks as Much as Possible.
Protect B...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:50:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get a TPO for my tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-a-tpo-for-my-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-a-tpo-for-my-tree.html</guid><description>How do I get a TPO for my tree?
If you wish to protect a tree in your area, write to the Planning Authority stating your reasons, and include a map to aid identification. An immediate, temporary (six month) TPO can be put in place by the Local Planning Authority. The Authority would then inform neig...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:49:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I make my tomato plants bushier?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-make-my-tomato-plants-bushier.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-make-my-tomato-plants-bushier.html</guid><description>How do I make my tomato plants bushier?
To grow vining and semi-bush tomatoes as short, bushy plants, prune the central stems when the plants reach the desired height. Wipe your pruning shear blades with a cloth dipped in rubbing alcohol, then prune the stems above the second set of leaves that lie ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:45:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How high can your Neighbours trees be?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-high-can-your-neighbours-trees-be.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-high-can-your-neighbours-trees-be.html</guid><description>How high can your Neighbours trees be?
2 or more mostly evergreen or semi-evergreen trees or shrubs. over 2 metres tall. affecting your enjoyment of your home or garden because it’s too tall.
What is the legal height of a Neighbour’s tree?
Is it OK to trim your neighbor’s tree?
An individual is on...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:44:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do Bradford Pear trees have invasive roots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-bradford-pear-trees-have-invasive-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-bradford-pear-trees-have-invasive-roots.html</guid><description>Do Bradford Pear trees have invasive roots?
Bradford Pear Tree The Bradford pear was developed in China. According to Clemson University Extension, the tree is also invasive. Given their tendency to grow up rather than out, the roots are also prone to girdling, meaning growing round the tree, over o...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:43:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is dripping from my crepe myrtle?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-dripping-from-my-crepe-myrtle.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-dripping-from-my-crepe-myrtle.html</guid><description>What is dripping from my crepe myrtle?
The sap that drips from the Crape Myrtle tree is actually sap passing through the aphid as it feeds. The turgor pressure in the leaf is so great, that the sap goes right through the aphid and out the other end! This makes the plant unsightly, and whatever is be...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:43:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you relocate a dogwood tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-relocate-a-dogwood-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-relocate-a-dogwood-tree.html</guid><description>Can you relocate a dogwood tree?
Dogwood tree transplanting should be done when they are dormant. This would be when the leaves have dropped and before bud break. Provided your soil is workable, this could be in the middle of winter, but northern gardeners will have to wait until early spring.
Can I...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:39:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I tell what kind of spruce tree I have?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-i-tell-what-kind-of-spruce-tree-i-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-can-i-tell-what-kind-of-spruce-tree-i-have.html</guid><description>How can I tell what kind of spruce tree I have?
Spruce trees can be identified by their needles which have four sides. Each needle is individually attached to the branch and can be rolled easily between your fingers. Another way to identify spruce trees is by their cones that are covered with smooth...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:35:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I stain my deck immediately after it is built?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/should-i-stain-my-deck-immediately-after-it-is-built.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/should-i-stain-my-deck-immediately-after-it-is-built.html</guid><description>Should I stain my deck immediately after it is built?
When to Stain a New Deck Generally, all new decks should dry out for at least 30 days before stain or paint is applied. Although a finish can be applied immediately after construction, more work is involved, so it’s best to let the wood fully dry...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:34:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my new bushes dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-new-bushes-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-new-bushes-dying.html</guid><description>Why are my new bushes dying?
Your shrubs could’ve turned brown for a number of reasons, including: Water problems: Both too much and too little water can stress a shrub out and cause it to turn brown. Fertilizer overload: Pouring too much fertilizer into plant beds can essentially burn your shrubs b...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:33:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do palm trees multiply?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-palm-trees-multiply.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-palm-trees-multiply.html</guid><description>Do palm trees multiply?
Palm trees are a diverse, complex group of plants, with about 2,500 species of mostly tropical origin. All of them reproduce from seed. For palms with single trunks, it’s the only way they reproduce. For seed formation, pollen from male flowers transfers to female flowers, wh...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:29:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do magnolia trees have destructive roots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-magnolia-trees-have-destructive-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-magnolia-trees-have-destructive-roots.html</guid><description>Do magnolia trees have destructive roots?
Like many magnolia trees, their root system is wide and stretches out horizontally as much as four times the width of the tree canopy. However, magnolia tree roots are not considered as invasive and potentially destructive as some root systems. But their lar...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:24:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of fungus is on my apple tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-fungus-is-on-my-apple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-fungus-is-on-my-apple-tree.html</guid><description>What kind of fungus is on my apple tree?
Consult our Winter Moth page for more details. Canker is a fungal infection which enters tree wood at the site of existing damage, normally caused by bad pruning techniques although damage by woolly aphid (see above) can also allow the fungus to enter the tre...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:20:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the best front mount snowblower for snow removal?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-is-the-best-front-mount-snowblower-for-snow-removal.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-is-the-best-front-mount-snowblower-for-snow-removal.html</guid><description>Which is the best front mount snowblower for snow removal?
FRONT MOUNT SNOWBLOWER Erskine® snowblowers have been proven for over 50 years by people who need to move snow fast after every snowfall or blizzard. This tough, dependable blower is built to go day after day. Features quick mount and dismou...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 10:19:17 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>