<?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>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:46:04 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>Do deer affect apple trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-deer-affect-apple-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-deer-affect-apple-trees.html</guid><description>Do deer affect apple trees?
Hear this out loudPauseWhite-tailed deer in the eastern United States are one of the leading causes of damage to crops, including many perennial crops such as apples (figs. 1, 2). Deer feed on dormant shoots as well as growing trees.
What kind of apple trees attract deer?...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:44:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What time of year should apple trees be pruned?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-time-of-year-should-apple-trees-be-pruned.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-time-of-year-should-apple-trees-be-pruned.html</guid><description>What time of year should apple trees be pruned?
winter
The best time to prune apple trees is in late winter or very early spring before any new growth starts. The tree takes up a dormant state after shedding its leaves and before sprouting new buds.
How do you prune an apple tree for the winter?
H...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:42:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get my lawn back in shape?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-my-lawn-back-in-shape.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-my-lawn-back-in-shape.html</guid><description>How do I get my lawn back in shape?
Back To Basics: 5 Ways To Get Your Lawn In Shape This Spring
Test the soil. If you’re not testing your lawn, you could be throwing money down on to solve the wrong problem.
Set up a fertilizer routine.
Don’t even give weeds a chance.
The proof is in the overse...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:36:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to terrace a backyard?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-terrace-a-backyard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-terrace-a-backyard.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to terrace a backyard?
According to Homeadvisor, the average cost to build a terrace garden can range from $2,901 to $7,832. Materials for terracing a garden can range from $3 to $40 per square foot.
How much does ground leveling cost?
Leveling a slope costs between $1 and $15 ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:34:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Who are the mechanical seed cleaning and handling industry?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/who-are-the-mechanical-seed-cleaning-and-handling-industry.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/who-are-the-mechanical-seed-cleaning-and-handling-industry.html</guid><description>Who are the mechanical seed cleaning and handling industry?
MECHANICAL SEED CLEANING AND HANDLING By JESSE E. HARMOND, N. ROBERT BRANDENBURG, and LEONARD M. KLEIN, agricultural engineers, Small Seed Harvesting and Processing Investigations, Agricultural Engineering Research Division, Agricultural Re...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:33:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you dig up azalea roots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-dig-up-azalea-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-dig-up-azalea-roots.html</guid><description>How do you dig up azalea roots?
Dig a donut-like trench all around the azalea 8-12 inches out from the trunk. This will sever all the shallow outward growing roots. Make the trench about six inches wide and about a foot deep. Fill the trench back in with the same, now loosened, soil.
Do azalea roots...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:30:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you improve the growth of clay soil?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-improve-the-growth-of-clay-soil.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-improve-the-growth-of-clay-soil.html</guid><description>How do you improve the growth of clay soil?
The best way to improve clay soils is to mix organic materials thoroughly with existing soil, explained Brewer. Bark, sawdust, manure, leaf mold, compost and peat moss are among the organic amendments commonly used to improve clay soil.
Why is clay soil no...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:29:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you fix dying grass?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-fix-dying-grass.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-fix-dying-grass.html</guid><description>Can you fix dying grass?
If you are only filling in dead spots, you can use plugs to fill in wherever you need new grass. Whether you use seed or sod, follow up planting by rolling. Rolling sod helps press it down into the soil so the roots can attach to the ground.
How do you get rid of grass where...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:25:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do Catalpa trees need a lot of water?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-catalpa-trees-need-a-lot-of-water.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-catalpa-trees-need-a-lot-of-water.html</guid><description>Do Catalpa trees need a lot of water?
Choose a bright sunny location for growing Catalpa trees. Ideally, the soil should be moist and rich, although the plant can tolerate dry and inhospitable sites. Water the plant well and every week until it has established. Once the tree has rooted, water is onl...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:18:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it fertilize or Fertilise?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-fertilize-or-fertilise.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-fertilize-or-fertilise.html</guid><description>Is it fertilize or Fertilise?
1. a. to render (the female gamete) capable of development by uniting it with the male gamete. b. to fecundate or impregnate (an animal, plant, or other organism). 2. to make fertile; enrich: to fertilize farmland.
What is the verb for fertilizer?
transitive verb. : t...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:16:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you do if you accidentally kill your lawn?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-you-do-if-you-accidentally-kill-your-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-you-do-if-you-accidentally-kill-your-lawn.html</guid><description>What do you do if you accidentally kill your lawn?
If you unknowingly damaged your lawn with an herbicide like Roundup, you’ll have to do some physical renovation to the lawn. You’ll want to go ahead and remove the dead areas of lawn before more weeds move in to take its place. Then re-sod the patch...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:14:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much space do you need between Emerald cedars?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-space-do-you-need-between-emerald-cedars.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-space-do-you-need-between-emerald-cedars.html</guid><description>How much space do you need between Emerald cedars?
Ensure Proper Spacing With proper care, these trees grow at a rate of 8-12 inches per year. For proper Emerald Green Cedar spacing for privacy hedges, use 18-24 inch between plants. For focal points, plant Emerald Cedars a minimum of 4 feet away fro...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:02:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I plan an east facing garden?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-plan-an-east-facing-garden.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-plan-an-east-facing-garden.html</guid><description>How do I plan an east facing garden?
An east-facing border presents a great opportunity to grow plants that will relish this cool, partially shaded area. When planning your border, consider the mature size of the plants you’re growing. Plant larger shrubs and trees at the back, to provide a foil for...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 13:00:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you identify tree species?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-identify-tree-species.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-identify-tree-species.html</guid><description>How do you identify tree species?
The starting point for most people when identifying trees species is the leaves. There 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 do...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:53:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens if you hire the wrong grower?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-if-you-hire-the-wrong-grower.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-if-you-hire-the-wrong-grower.html</guid><description>What happens if you hire the wrong grower?
Hire the right grower, and your grow could prosper for years. Make the wrong choice, and your cultivation facility might not ever get off the ground. This column aims to demystify the hiring process through five practical pointers for finding and hiring the...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:34:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What eats a red maple tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-eats-a-red-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-eats-a-red-maple-tree.html</guid><description>What eats a red maple tree?
Wildlife use red maples for food, shade and nesting habitat. Squirrels and other rodents feed on the fruits, while rabbits and deer eat the tender shoots and leaves.
What is the longest living maple tree?
The Comfort Maple tree is an individual sugar maple (Acer sacchar...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:32:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is November too late for sod?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-november-too-late-for-sod.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-november-too-late-for-sod.html</guid><description>Is November too late for sod?
And since it’s too late to plant grass seed for a successful fall seeding, sod is a great alternative for an instant lawn. A – During the colder months of October and November, since it’s well under 80 degrees and the risk of “cooking” your sod is no longer an issue, un...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:29:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are there laws against preemption of seeds?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-there-laws-against-preemption-of-seeds.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-there-laws-against-preemption-of-seeds.html</guid><description>Why are there laws against preemption of seeds?
Echoing President Trump’s anti-regulatory rhetoric, preemption proponents argue that, fundamentally, seed-preemption laws are about cutting the red tape from around farmers’ throats. Supporters also contend that counties and cities don’t have the exper...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:28:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are exterminators called?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-exterminators-called.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-exterminators-called.html</guid><description>What are exterminators called?
pest control worker
A pest control worker is sometimes referred to as an exterminator. Exterminators go to client homes and businesses to inspect for insects or rodents. Pest control workers then use the appropriate method to remove or terminate the pest, whether that ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:28:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big does an artichoke plant get?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-does-an-artichoke-plant-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-does-an-artichoke-plant-get.html</guid><description>How big does an artichoke plant get?
3 feet
The artichoke, a member of the thistle family, has been cultivated and enjoyed since the time of the Romans. Artichoke is both a nutritious vegetable and a beautiful landscape plant. Plants can reach 3 feet in height and width, and the flower, if allowed t...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:19:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you cut the top off an umbrella plant?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-cut-the-top-off-an-umbrella-plant.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-cut-the-top-off-an-umbrella-plant.html</guid><description>Can you cut the top off an umbrella plant?
You can manage the height of your umbrella plant by trimming and shaping it. Pruning Schefflera plants is not strictly necessary, but if you want a pretty umbrella shape and a certain height, or if your plant has gotten out of control, you can easily trim i...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:10:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When does a Kwanzan Cherry Tree turn pink?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-does-a-kwanzan-cherry-tree-turn-pink.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-does-a-kwanzan-cherry-tree-turn-pink.html</guid><description>When does a Kwanzan Cherry Tree turn pink?
With its clusters of large double pink blossoms that resemble carnations, this fruitless cherry tree puts on a great show from April to May. The pink flowers of the tree tend to last longer than other cherry tree species, and once the blossoms fade, the tre...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 11:44:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will grass grow over bald spots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-grass-grow-over-bald-spots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-grass-grow-over-bald-spots.html</guid><description>Will grass grow over bald spots?
If your lawn is Kentucky bluegrass or Bermuda grass — two of the most common in the northern and southern U.S., respectively — you may be in luck: The grass should spread to fill bare spots, Churchill says. Those grasses have runners, meaning vine-like stolons above ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 11:34:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat Sapstreaks?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-sapstreaks.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-sapstreaks.html</guid><description>How do you treat Sapstreaks?
Sapstreak Once inside, this fungus moves unseen, preventing water and nutrients from reaching branches and leaves. Treatment: None other than prevention by protecting roots from damage. Some trees recover; others must be completely removed.
What tree has uneven leaves?
E...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 11:26:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you amend a clay soil yard?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-amend-a-clay-soil-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-amend-a-clay-soil-yard.html</guid><description>How do you amend a clay soil yard?
Amending your soil properly can overcome heavy, compacted clay and get it back on track for healthy lawn and garden growth. Adding materials such as organic compost, pine bark, composted leaves and gypsum to heavy clay can improve its structure and help eliminate d...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 11:25:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you start a tomato plant from a tomato?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-start-a-tomato-plant-from-a-tomato.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-start-a-tomato-plant-from-a-tomato.html</guid><description>Can you start a tomato plant from a tomato?
To begin, fill a pot or container with potting soil, almost to the top of the container. Slice the tomato into ¼ inch thick slices. Lay the tomato slices cut sides down in a circle around the pot, and lightly cover them with more potting soil. Voila, you h...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 11:20:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is palo verde toxic?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-palo-verde-toxic.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-palo-verde-toxic.html</guid><description>Is palo verde toxic?
It’s a palo verde tree, which is both native and non-toxic to kids and pets and horses.
Are palo verde trees allergenic?
Bright yellow palo verde blooms are beautiful but can bring discomfort to those allergic to the pollen. Palo verde blooms can bring discomfort to allergy su...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 11:08:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does it mean when someone gives you cherry blossoms?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-it-mean-when-someone-gives-you-cherry-blossoms.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-it-mean-when-someone-gives-you-cherry-blossoms.html</guid><description>What does it mean when someone gives you cherry blossoms?
renewal
Cherry blossoms are a symbolic flower of the spring, a time of renewal, and the fleeting nature of life. Their life is very short. During this season in Japan, people like to have cherry blossom parties with colleagues, friends, and f...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:58:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How close to property line can I plant a hedge?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-close-to-property-line-can-i-plant-a-hedge.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-close-to-property-line-can-i-plant-a-hedge.html</guid><description>How close to property line can I plant a hedge?
Logically speaking, when it comes to planting trees, good neighborliness would imply that trees be planted at a reasonable distance from the neighbor’s property, enough so they won’t harm it. And a shrub or hedge not exceeding 2 m (6 ½ feet) in height ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:58:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves on my Raywood ash tree falling off?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-raywood-ash-tree-falling-off.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-raywood-ash-tree-falling-off.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves on my Raywood ash tree falling off?
This causes the young shoots to die, progresses to older branches and may even consume the entire tree. The best way to avoid such a disease is to provide the Raywood sapling with the optimum growing conditions mentioned above.
How tall does a R...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:54:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the example of vines plant?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-example-of-vines-plant.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-example-of-vines-plant.html</guid><description>What are the example of vines plant?
Vine, Plant whose stem requires support and that climbs by tendrils or twining or creeps along the ground, or the stem of such a plant. Examples include bittersweet, most grapes, some honeysuckles, ivy, lianas, and melons.
How can you identify a vine?
Vines are...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:53:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens if you let grass grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-if-you-let-grass-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-if-you-let-grass-grow.html</guid><description>What happens if you let grass grow?
Somewhat longer grass is often in better shape than short grass, but mowing very infrequently is harmful. When you allow grass to grow long and then suddenly mow it, it can send grass into shock. Grass roots become diminished and your lawn weakens, making it susce...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:52:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my lawn have dirt patches?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-my-lawn-have-dirt-patches.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-my-lawn-have-dirt-patches.html</guid><description>Why does my lawn have dirt patches?
Hear this out loudPauseCauses of Bare Spots in the Lawn Bare spots in your lawn can be the result of heavy foot traffic (causing soil compaction), drought, disease, chemical burn and weed or insect infestation.
What are the little dirt mounds in my lawn?
Hear this...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:48:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do harvest ready buds look like?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-harvest-ready-buds-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-harvest-ready-buds-look-like.html</guid><description>What do harvest ready buds look like?
But if you harvest when buds are ready, you’ll get the best yields and potency, so it’s a good idea to try to harvest at the right time if you can! When buds first appear on your plant, they look like little round puffs of hair. Each bud is made up of many white...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:42:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When is tree removal covered by homeowners insurance?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-is-tree-removal-covered-by-homeowners-insurance.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-is-tree-removal-covered-by-homeowners-insurance.html</guid><description>When is tree removal covered by homeowners insurance?
The takeaway 1 If a tree falls on a covered structure — such as your house — during a named peril, removal will most likely be covered. 2 If the tree falls and doesn’t do any damage, removal coverage will be determined by what caused it to fall. ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:35:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it illegal to take cuttings of plants?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-illegal-to-take-cuttings-of-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-illegal-to-take-cuttings-of-plants.html</guid><description>Is it illegal to take cuttings of plants?
Plant theft is illegal and thefts carry heavy penalties. Any person that tries to remove, uproot or causes damage to any tree or other vegetation, or any part of any tree or other vegetation is guilty of an offence – this includes taking cuttings of plants w...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:29:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do elderberry bushes have flowers?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-elderberry-bushes-have-flowers.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-elderberry-bushes-have-flowers.html</guid><description>Do elderberry bushes have flowers?
The elderberry plant produces a flattened cluster of up to 10 inches in diameter of tiny creamy white flowers. The flowers have rounded tipped petals and there are five petals for each tiny flower.
What time of year do elderberries flower?
Elderberries ripen betw...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:26:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do red oak trees lose their leaves in winter?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-red-oak-trees-lose-their-leaves-in-winter.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-red-oak-trees-lose-their-leaves-in-winter.html</guid><description>Do red oak trees lose their leaves in winter?
Trees are called deciduous if they lose their leaves in the fall and stay bare throughout the winter. Red oak leaves don’t always follow this procedure. The leaves start to fall in the spring as new buds begin to grow.
Do oak trees lose their leaves in w...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:18:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you fix a yard full of weeds?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-fix-a-yard-full-of-weeds.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-fix-a-yard-full-of-weeds.html</guid><description>How do you fix a yard full of weeds?
The Way to Restore a Lawn Full of Weeds
Cleaning and mowing. Start with cleaning your yard.
Weed killer. Use a sprayer and apply the weed killer directly to the weeds.
Aeration. To aerate your land correctly, you can use both hand or power tools.
Plant new gr...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:07:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you stop a quaking aspen?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-stop-a-quaking-aspen.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-stop-a-quaking-aspen.html</guid><description>How do you stop a quaking aspen?
The right way to remove aspen is to kill the tree and the root system with an herbicide and cut it down after it is dead. To kill aspens apply the herbicide Roundup to the base of the trunk. Drill a series of holes into the trunk at a 45 degree angle and fill the hol...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you only get one tulip per bulb?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-you-only-get-one-tulip-per-bulb.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-you-only-get-one-tulip-per-bulb.html</guid><description>Do you only get one tulip per bulb?
Usually just one. Some species may have more than one flower bud in the bulb, or over time multiple, or side bulbs may form, but usually with tulips, one flower per bulb.
What to do with tulip bulb after it blooms?
Allow the foliage to die back naturally then di...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 09:57:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a cactus regrow if it breaks?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-cactus-regrow-if-it-breaks.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-cactus-regrow-if-it-breaks.html</guid><description>Can a cactus regrow if it breaks?
Planting a Broken Cactus Arm A broken cactus arm can be used to grow a new cactus as long as the arm itself is otherwise healthy. Remember to wear protective gloves if your cactus has spikes. Let the arm sit in a shady, room-temperature place for about a week until ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 09:48:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How late is too late to plant plants?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-late-is-too-late-to-plant-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-late-is-too-late-to-plant-plants.html</guid><description>How late is too late to plant plants?
The latest time to plant for most vegetables would be the second week in June with a short harvest time. If planting crops that mature within 50 days, you could plant those as late as the last week in June, but keep in mind the weather will be turning cooler, es...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 09:33:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you drip irrigate corn?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-drip-irrigate-corn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-drip-irrigate-corn.html</guid><description>Can you drip irrigate corn?
Experienced growers agree that drip irrigation is well suited for maximizing growth and yield potential of corn crops. More ears mean more yield. The precise control of drip irrigation, delivering water and nutrients directly to the root zone minimizes competition among p...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 09:27:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you use concrete blocks for a retaining wall?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-use-concrete-blocks-for-a-retaining-wall.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-use-concrete-blocks-for-a-retaining-wall.html</guid><description>Can you use concrete blocks for a retaining wall?
Hear this out loudPauseAdd style and support to your yard with a concrete retaining wall. You can build one in just six steps. Concrete blocks are ideal for building walls to hold back the soil after you dig into a slope for a pathway, patio, or anot...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 09:18:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my serviceberry tree dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-serviceberry-tree-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-serviceberry-tree-dying.html</guid><description>Why is my serviceberry tree dying?
Hear this out loudPauseNoninfectious Leaf Scorch Leaf scorch is a physiological problem, typically caused by extremes in surrounding culture, such as too much or too little water, inadequate root growth space, a nutrient deficiency, extremely low or high temperatur...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 08:53:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of bark chippings to use on hedge?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-bark-chippings-to-use-on-hedge.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-bark-chippings-to-use-on-hedge.html</guid><description>What kind of bark chippings to use on hedge?
Last month we planted a new hedge of variegated griselinia. We bough the plants online from Hedges Direct, and were very pleased with the quality and condition. The hedge seemed to settle in and be doing well, with plenty of rain. About a week ago we put ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 08:53:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is little quick fire a panicle hydrangea?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-little-quick-fire-a-panicle-hydrangea.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-little-quick-fire-a-panicle-hydrangea.html</guid><description>Is little quick fire a panicle hydrangea?
Little Quick Fire® panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) is a dwarf version of Quick Fire®, the earliest blooming panicle hydrangea. Planting this super easy carefree flowering shrub extends the flowering season by several weeks – it’s always in bloom by ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 08:23:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the lifespan of a willow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-lifespan-of-a-willow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-lifespan-of-a-willow.html</guid><description>What is the lifespan of a willow?
30 years
Weeping willows are fast-growing trees, adding up to 10 feet per year when young, but their average lifespan is a relatively short 30 years….How to Grow a Weeping Willow Tree.
Botanical Name
Salix babylonica
Plant Type
Deciduous, perennial, tree
Matur...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 08:22:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does lot mean in house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-lot-mean-in-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-lot-mean-in-house.html</guid><description>What does lot mean in house?
A ‘lot’ means ‘one or more cubic spaces shown as a lot on a floor plan relating to the scheme, but does not include any common infrastructure unless the common infrastructure is described on the plan, in the way prescribed by the regulations, as a part of the lot.
Why ar...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 08:15:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my Leyland cypress dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-leyland-cypress-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-leyland-cypress-dying.html</guid><description>Why is my Leyland cypress dying?
Leyland cypress branches turn brown because of an infiltration of three types of fungi: seiridium, bought, and cercospora. These three fungi enter into the tree during the summer months when the heat enlarges the tree’s stomata (pores on the leaf) and allow entrance ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 08:03:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of care does a fig plant need?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-care-does-a-fig-plant-need.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-care-does-a-fig-plant-need.html</guid><description>What kind of care does a fig plant need?
Keep the tree in full sun in the summer. Be sure to add a high-nitrogen fertilizer every 4 weeks in the spring and summer and water the tree moderately. In the winter, move the tree indoors and keep the soil moist. For outdoor fig trees, plant the tree in the...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 08:02:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many questions do you have about marijuana?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-many-questions-do-you-have-about-marijuana.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-many-questions-do-you-have-about-marijuana.html</guid><description>How many questions do you have about marijuana?
I, for one, know how frustrating it can be, knowing you are at the mercy of multiple websites In other to make things easier, I have thus researched sixty 60 Commonly asked marijuana questions , most of which were answered by experts in the cannabis in...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:59:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes falling of leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-causes-falling-of-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-causes-falling-of-leaves.html</guid><description>What causes falling of leaves?
The short answer is that leaves fall off trees when they aren’t doing their job any more. A leaf’s job is to turn sunlight into food for the tree. To do this, the leaf needs water. When the leaf is empty, the tree stops holding onto it and it falls to the ground, or bl...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:59:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I identify my fruit tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-identify-my-fruit-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-identify-my-fruit-tree.html</guid><description>How do I identify my fruit tree?
Notice if the margins around the leaves are smooth or have teeth or spines. The edges of fruit tree leaves are usually smooth like grapefruit tree leaves, or have fine teeth, like cherry tree leaves. Don’t wait for your fruit tree to bear fruit to identify it.
Why do...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:54:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to mow 1/3 acre?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-mow-1-3-acre.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-mow-1-3-acre.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to mow 1/3 acre?
Don’t know your lawn square footage?
sq ft – acre
Price
8001 to 10000 1/4 acre
$50
10000 to 14333 1/3 acre
$55
14333 to 20000 1/2 acre
$65
20000 to 30000 3/4 acre
$70
What is the 1/3 rule in lawn care?
The one-third rule means that when you mow, y...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:47:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you clean limestone in Indiana?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-clean-limestone-in-indiana.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-clean-limestone-in-indiana.html</guid><description>How do you clean limestone in Indiana?
Indiana Limestone can be cleaned using clean water, a fibre brush and, if necessary, a mild detergent (for example, a 50/50 solution of water and bleach). Do not use muriatic acid.
How do you clean antique limestone?
For honed flooring, first wet the area, th...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:45:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are typical Russian things?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-typical-russian-things.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-typical-russian-things.html</guid><description>What are typical Russian things?
16 Best Russian Things to Buy as Souvenirs in Moscow
Tretyakov Gallery Photo Album.
Samovar.
Artisan Jewelry: Finifty and Amber.
Palekh and Fedoskino Lacquer Boxes.
Caviar.
Zhostovo Trays.
Honey.
Matryoshka (Russian nested doll)
What are Russian houses calle...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:44:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my seeds not sprouting or germinating?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-seeds-not-sprouting-or-germinating.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-seeds-not-sprouting-or-germinating.html</guid><description>Why are my seeds not sprouting or germinating?
The primary reasons for failed germination are: Seeds get eaten – mice, voles, birds, and wireworms all eat seeds. Check to see that the seed is still in the soil. Seeds rot – planted too deeply, over-watered, or in cold weather, our untreated seeds may...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:44:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you grow coneflowers in a pot?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-grow-coneflowers-in-a-pot.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-grow-coneflowers-in-a-pot.html</guid><description>Can you grow coneflowers in a pot?
We tend to grow coneflowers in the ground as perennial plants, but you can certainly grow them in pots if the containers are deep enough for the plant’s taproot (at least 2- or 3-gallon pots). Ensure there are holes in the bottom of the pot. Put a thin layer of cru...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:42:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do pink poinsettias mean?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-pink-poinsettias-mean.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-pink-poinsettias-mean.html</guid><description>What do pink poinsettias mean?
While considered by the ancient Aztecs to be symbols of purity, in today’s language of flowers, red, white or pink poinsettias, the December birth flower, symbolize good cheer and success and are said to bring wishes of mirth and celebration.
What are the pink poinsett...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:38:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What should I spray on pear trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-should-i-spray-on-pear-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-should-i-spray-on-pear-trees.html</guid><description>What should I spray on pear trees?
The best spray to use is either copper oxychloride or lime sulphur sprayed in alternate years. The first spray should be in late autumn at leaf fall just before the tree enters its dormancy. Spray again at bud swell or bud burst in late winter or early spring.
How ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:36:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my maple tree leaves curling up?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-maple-tree-leaves-curling-up.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-maple-tree-leaves-curling-up.html</guid><description>Why is my maple tree leaves curling up?
Lack of water, sunburn, temperature stress, disease, or pests are the main causes of maple leaves curling, including Japanese maple. To fix leaf curl, water the maple when the surface is 1.5 to 2 inches dry, provide partial shade for Japanese maple. Also spray...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:36:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is Methuselah tree still alive?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-methuselah-tree-still-alive.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-methuselah-tree-still-alive.html</guid><description>Is Methuselah tree still alive?
Methuselah. While Methuselah still stands as of 2016 at the ripe old age of 4,848 in the White Mountains of California, in Inyo National Forest, another bristlecone pine in the area was discovered to be over 5,000 years old.
How old is the oldest know tree?
The Grea...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:36:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why has my lawn developed brown patches?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-has-my-lawn-developed-brown-patches.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-has-my-lawn-developed-brown-patches.html</guid><description>Why has my lawn developed brown patches?
Fungi need water to attack your turf. The longer your turf is wet, the more brown patches will develop. Soil that does not drain well will stay wet longer and cause your turf to grow poorly. If your soil puddles for hours after a rainfall, it may be compacted...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:35:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What was the original name of Eddie Lang?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-was-the-original-name-of-eddie-lang.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-was-the-original-name-of-eddie-lang.html</guid><description>What was the original name of Eddie Lang?
Written By: Eddie Lang, byname Blind Willie Dunn, original name Salvatore Massaro, (born Oct. 25, 1902, Philadelphia, Pa., U.S.—died March 26, 1933, New York, N.Y.), American musician, among the first guitar soloists in jazz and an accompanist of rare sensit...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:25:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are good questions to ask about plants?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-good-questions-to-ask-about-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-good-questions-to-ask-about-plants.html</guid><description>What are good questions to ask about plants?
6 Fascinating Questions About Plants To Ask Outside
What Is The Structure of This Plant?
Where Does This Plant Grow?
What Stage of Plant Growth Are You Observing?
How Many Plants Are Growing Here?
What Else Interacts With This Plant Community?
How A...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:21:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the white spots on Magnolia Tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-white-spots-on-magnolia-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-white-spots-on-magnolia-tree.html</guid><description>What are the white spots on Magnolia Tree?
The primary cause of white spots on a magnolia tree is the fungal disease called powdery mildew. This disease is spread by spores and causes a gray or white film to cover the leaves and sometimes branches of the magnolia tree.
How do I get rid of magnolia s...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:18:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you need to have a front garden?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-you-need-to-have-a-front-garden.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-you-need-to-have-a-front-garden.html</guid><description>Do you need to have a front garden?
Front gardens do not need to be elaborate to create an impact, nor do they need to be high maintenance. Take a look at the following list of landscaping ideas you can have incorporated in your front garden on a budget.
How long to do a front garden makeover?
Unles...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:17:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is the Japanese blueberry tree fast growing?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-the-japanese-blueberry-tree-fast-growing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-the-japanese-blueberry-tree-fast-growing.html</guid><description>Is the Japanese blueberry tree fast growing?
The growth rate of the Japanese Blueberry tree is slow to moderate. The tree then slows down and grows a little more each year, eventually reaching heights of 20 feet. Without pruning or training, these trees grow as tall as 30 to 60 feet in height and 20...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:13:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I protect my small vegetable garden from animals?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-protect-my-small-vegetable-garden-from-animals.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-protect-my-small-vegetable-garden-from-animals.html</guid><description>How do I protect my small vegetable garden from animals?
A fence that surrounds your garden is one of the most effective ways to keep pests at bay. Short, mesh fencing will keep most small invaders such as rabbits away, while a higher fence of at least 5 feet should keep deer out.
Can you have a dog...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:09:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I let vines grow on my fence?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/should-i-let-vines-grow-on-my-fence.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/should-i-let-vines-grow-on-my-fence.html</guid><description>Should I let vines grow on my fence?
6 days ago
The most apparent disadvantage when growing a vine along a fence is that it may damage the fence. Wooden fences, in general, are more susceptible to harm as vines can hold in moisture, accelerating rot. To avoid damage to wood fences, choose annual non...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:08:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you put fungicide on new grass?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-put-fungicide-on-new-grass.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-put-fungicide-on-new-grass.html</guid><description>Can you put fungicide on new grass?
After you see the symptoms, it is probably too late to apply a fungicide because most fungicides are preventative, not intended to cure existing infections. If you water and fertilize your new grass properly, brown spot or dollar spot probably will go away on thei...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:08:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What makes a cherry tree a dwarf cherry tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-makes-a-cherry-tree-a-dwarf-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-makes-a-cherry-tree-a-dwarf-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>What makes a cherry tree a dwarf cherry tree?
Dwarf cherry trees are produced when the grower takes a branch from a cherry tree that produces tasty fruit (like Bing, or Lapins) and fuses it onto a rootstock from another compatible tree. The rootstock contributes many qualities to the new plant – lik...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:02:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you do with a ruined lawn?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-you-do-with-a-ruined-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-you-do-with-a-ruined-lawn.html</guid><description>What do you do with a ruined lawn?
Using seed
Cut out the damaged area of turf in a square, using a half moon edging iron to cut the square and a spade to lift it.
Lightly fork over the soil in the base of the removed square.
Sprinkle some crumbly top soil or compost over the base of the removed sq...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 07:00:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall do mop top trees grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-do-mop-top-trees-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-do-mop-top-trees-grow.html</guid><description>How tall do mop top trees grow?
five to seven feet tall
The amazing thing about a Mop Top is that when you purchase these trees they average five to seven feet tall and they grow to become quite thick with a lush, rounded bushy head within twelve months of planting. The great beauty of the Mop Top i...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 06:55:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you control lily pads in a lake?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-control-lily-pads-in-a-lake.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-control-lily-pads-in-a-lake.html</guid><description>How do you control lily pads in a lake?
Water lilies can quickly ruin a pond or lake’s visual and recreational benefits. Control is best achieved through killing of the root system by application of herbicide to the leaves above the water. Cutting water lilies under the waterline 2 or 3 times to dro...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 06:44:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my Japanese weeping cherry tree dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-japanese-weeping-cherry-tree-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-japanese-weeping-cherry-tree-dying.html</guid><description>Why is my Japanese weeping cherry tree dying?
The branch tips die back, leaving clusters of dead, brown leaves. The cause is a fungal disease called Brown Rot Blossom Blight. Fungus spores infect the tree blossoms in the spring, when the blooms begin to age. Many tiny black spores begin to cover the...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 06:35:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you prune a dappled willow in the spring?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-prune-a-dappled-willow-in-the-spring.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-prune-a-dappled-willow-in-the-spring.html</guid><description>Can you prune a dappled willow in the spring?
To master dappled willow pruning, prune in early spring or late fall to maintain the most colorful leaves, and prune in midsummer if you want to keep the shrub smaller than its natural height of up to 20 feet.
What’s wrong with my dappled willow?
All wil...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 06:34:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to install a channel drain in your yard?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-to-install-a-channel-drain-in-your-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-to-install-a-channel-drain-in-your-yard.html</guid><description>How to install a channel drain in your yard?
How to install a channel drain 1 Preparation and planning. Decide where your channel drainage is going to be installed – remember that your channel drain will need to discharge, and channel drains most commonly discharge into 2 Create a trench. 3 Drainage...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 06:27:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does grass seed last for?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-grass-seed-last-for.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-grass-seed-last-for.html</guid><description>How long does grass seed last for?
Providing you store seed in cool dry conditions, it’s actually longer than you might think. Grass seed, like most natural products does eventually have a best before date. We suggest that you should use your seed within 2 years of purchase. Every bag is sealed clos...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 06:11:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What should I talk about in an interview for a landscaping job?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-should-i-talk-about-in-an-interview-for-a-landscaping-job.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-should-i-talk-about-in-an-interview-for-a-landscaping-job.html</guid><description>What should I talk about in an interview for a landscaping job?
Study of botany, permaculture, horticulture or environmental science are all relevant to the landscaping profession. If you have experience in any of these areas or if you took a course that helped prepare you for this field, talk about...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 06:04:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to have someone install pavers?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-have-someone-install-pavers.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-have-someone-install-pavers.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to have someone install pavers?
Pavers usually cost between $8 to $25 per square foot to install although high-end stone paver installations can hit almost $50 per square foot. Installing a typical, 280 square foot paver patio costs an average of $3,400 or from 2,400 to $7,000....</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 06:00:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you know if your snake plant needs watering?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-know-if-your-snake-plant-needs-watering.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-know-if-your-snake-plant-needs-watering.html</guid><description>How do you know if your snake plant needs watering?
Snake plant care requires minimal effort. To keep the plant looking its best, water when the soil dries out. The best way to tell when your plant needs watering is to touch the soil every week. When the first inch of the soil feels dry, it’s time t...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:58:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where is the ZIP code 65037 in Missouri?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-is-the-zip-code-65037-in-missouri.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-is-the-zip-code-65037-in-missouri.html</guid><description>Where is the ZIP code 65037 in Missouri?
Zip code 65037 is primarily located in Morgan County. Portions of 65037 are also located in Camden County. The official US Postal Service name for 65037 is GRAVOIS MILLS, Missouri. Portions of zip code 65037 are contained within or border the city limits of L...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:57:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you kill a tree without chemicals?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-kill-a-tree-without-chemicals.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-kill-a-tree-without-chemicals.html</guid><description>How do you kill a tree without chemicals?
Remove any loose bark. Girdling is the easiest and most popular method for killing a tree without chemicals or herbicides, but the tree will take many months to die from the process. Start by pulling away any loose bark that gives you easier access to the tr...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:54:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is there a tree that grows multiple fruit?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-there-a-tree-that-grows-multiple-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-there-a-tree-that-grows-multiple-fruit.html</guid><description>Is there a tree that grows multiple fruit?
A tree that Sam Van Aken grows might look like any other—until it blooms. Van Aken’s Tree of 40 Fruit, an invention that’s just what it sounds like, is capable of producing 40 different varieties of fruit—plums, peaches, apricots, nectarines, cherries and o...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:52:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does baking kill aflatoxin?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-baking-kill-aflatoxin.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-baking-kill-aflatoxin.html</guid><description>Does baking kill aflatoxin?
Heat is relatively ineffective for destruction of aflatoxin although normal roasting, as of peanuts for the preparation of peanut butter, results in considerable reduction in aflatoxin content. Oxidizing agents readily destroy aflatoxin, and treatment with hydrogen peroxi...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:36:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you landscape a wet area?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-landscape-a-wet-area.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-landscape-a-wet-area.html</guid><description>How do you landscape a wet area?
You can landscape in a wet location by creating raised beds for vegetables, flowers and shrubs. Raised beds place your landscaping plants above the wet zone. Raised beds also help you conserve water because you can irrigate a smaller space. To make a raised bed, form...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:35:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you spray on apple and pear trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-you-spray-on-apple-and-pear-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-you-spray-on-apple-and-pear-trees.html</guid><description>What do you spray on apple and pear trees?
Spray: With GardenTech Sevin® (six tablespoons per gallon) when all of flower petals drop. Do not spray trees when in bloom or you kill all the pollenizers (bees). Apply GardenTech Sevin® spray once more, one month after the first spray. Note that GardenTec...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:22:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is pea gravel good for dog potty area?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-pea-gravel-good-for-dog-potty-area.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-pea-gravel-good-for-dog-potty-area.html</guid><description>Is pea gravel good for dog potty area?
Pea gravel consists of smooth, round pebbles that are comfortable for dogs to walk on. It also looks nice, is excellent for drainage (which is super important for a dog potty), and is reasonably priced.
How do you use pea gravel for dog potty?
Create a designat...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:13:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where can I buy pinon nuts in New Mexico?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-can-i-buy-pinon-nuts-in-new-mexico.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-can-i-buy-pinon-nuts-in-new-mexico.html</guid><description>Where can I buy pinon nuts in New Mexico?
We sell authentic Piñon nuts from New Mexico – the number one pine nut in the world. when fresh roasted right!. We roast it right – not light. This website – in addition to being a place to order delicious piñon nuts – is also a source of information. You ca...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I permanently get rid of kudzu?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-permanently-get-rid-of-kudzu.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-permanently-get-rid-of-kudzu.html</guid><description>How do I permanently get rid of kudzu?
If the kudzu is growing in an area that can be mowed, persistent mowing from May to October each year will eventually kill the kudzu. Follow up mechanical treatment with herbicide by spraying the foliage of re-sprouts, or cutting the tops of the root crown and ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you rejuvenate old honeysuckle?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-rejuvenate-old-honeysuckle.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-rejuvenate-old-honeysuckle.html</guid><description>How do you rejuvenate old honeysuckle?
The best way to correct a severely overgrown honeysuckle is to cut the plant back to about a foot (31 cm.) from the ground. Severe pruning should be done in the winter while the plant is dormant. The vine grows back quickly but doesn’t bloom the following sprin...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:58:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to clear an acre of brush?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-clear-an-acre-of-brush.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-clear-an-acre-of-brush.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to clear an acre of brush?
Most landowners pay between $20 and $200 per acre for brush removal.
What equipment do you need for land clearing?
Upfit Skid steers and CTLs for Safety. Skid steers and CTLs will need to be upfitted for land clearing applications. “If you jump in a s...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:55:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much value does a large tree add to a house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-value-does-a-large-tree-add-to-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-value-does-a-large-tree-add-to-a-house.html</guid><description>How much value does a large tree add to a house?
Having large trees in yards along streets increases a home’s value from 3 percent to 15 percent. Wolf, Kathleen L, PhD, University of Washington (2007) City Trees and Property Values. Arborist News.
Is it good to have big trees around your house?
If...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:54:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my Japanese maple look sick?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-my-japanese-maple-look-sick.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-does-my-japanese-maple-look-sick.html</guid><description>Why does my Japanese maple look sick?
The most common Japanese maple diseases are caused by fungal infection. Canker can attack through bark damage. Verticillium wilt is another common Japanese maple disease. It is a soil dwelling fungus with symptoms that include yellowing leaves that fall prematur...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:54:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get my gardenia to flower?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-my-gardenia-to-flower.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-my-gardenia-to-flower.html</guid><description>How do I get my gardenia to flower?
How to maximize gardenia blooms
Feed your plants. Gardenias use a lot of nutrients to produce so many glorious blossoms.
Provide plenty of moisture. Water is essential for flower development.
Prune at the right time. Gardenias produce flower buds in late summer...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:52:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do willow trees take to grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-willow-trees-take-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-willow-trees-take-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long do willow trees take to grow?
The weeping willow is a rapidly growing tree, which means it is capable of adding 24 inches or more to its height in a single growing season. It grows to a maximum height of 30 to 50 feet with an equal spread, giving it a rounded shape, and can reach full growt...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:32:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is a blighted landscape?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-a-blighted-landscape.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-a-blighted-landscape.html</guid><description>What is a blighted landscape?
2 : in a badly damaged or deteriorated condition a blighted landscape a blighted city …
What is a sentence with the word blight in it?
Blight sentence example. But fortune now brought Bonaparte to blight those hopes. These crops will grow very quickly and are more lik...</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:31:20 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>