<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>The Daily Insight</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org</link><description>Connected.Informed.Engaged.</description><language>en-us</language><lastBuildDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:21:50 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>Why are my cherry tree leaves dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-cherry-tree-leaves-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-cherry-tree-leaves-dying.html</guid><description>Why are my cherry tree leaves dying?
Common cherry tree problems include rot, spot, and knot diseases. Trees can also get blight, canker, and powdery mildew. Symptoms of rot diseases include slowed growth, discolored leaves that wilt quickly in hot weather, dieback, and sudden plant death. This is o...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:21:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat bacterial blight on lilacs?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-bacterial-blight-on-lilacs.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-bacterial-blight-on-lilacs.html</guid><description>How do you treat bacterial blight on lilacs?
If your lilac bush does have infection, prune and burn all infected parts as soon as you notice them. Spray copper sulfate during the early spring. The disease starts as brown spots on stems and leaves of young shoots as they develop in early spring. A ye...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:12:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a queen palm to establish?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-queen-palm-to-establish.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-queen-palm-to-establish.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a queen palm to establish?
Remove the fruit pulp then soak the seeds in water for a few days. Once the soaking period is done, plant the seeds in a well-drained, moist potting soil. Germination can take from six weeks to six months.
How often should queen palms be fertilize...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:12:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves on my red maple turning brown?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-red-maple-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-red-maple-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves on my red maple turning brown?
Over-exposure to sun can result in brown leaves, a phenomenon also known as “leaf scorch.”1﻿ A hot summer can leave even established specimens that are too exposed to sun with brown leaves, especially if other debilitating factors are present.
How do...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:07:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is my arborvitae tree dead?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-my-arborvitae-tree-dead.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-my-arborvitae-tree-dead.html</guid><description>Is my arborvitae tree dead?
twigs should be pliable, dark wet looking green when scraped. By now new growth should be appearing. there may be some green color under the bark BUT should not snap off. You can wait a bit longer for new growth to appear, but by mid to late may if nothing is happening th...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:07:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do horse chestnut trees symbolize?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-horse-chestnut-trees-symbolize.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-horse-chestnut-trees-symbolize.html</guid><description>What do horse chestnut trees symbolize?
Symbol of Growth The horse chestnut tree can be considered as a sign of growing to a particular point in one’s life or attaining a new point in life.
Are horse chestnut trees good for wildlife?
Value to wildlife The flowers provide a rich source of nectar an...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:05:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can trees recover from Needlecast?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-trees-recover-from-needlecast.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-trees-recover-from-needlecast.html</guid><description>Can trees recover from Needlecast?
Hear this out loudPauseSome needles stay on the tree over winter and produce spores the following spring, which spread the disease. New growth may appear at the ends of some of the bare branches in the spring, so you may think the tree is recovering, but this new g...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:02:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the morning person or evening person?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-is-the-morning-person-or-evening-person.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-is-the-morning-person-or-evening-person.html</guid><description>Which is the morning person or evening person?
The standard circadian profile is the N type, which means people who wake up between 7 and 8 a.m. and go to bed between 11 p.m. and midnight. The N type is most likely to be alert in the morning and early evening and least alert in the early afternoon. ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:50:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat anthracnose in trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-anthracnose-in-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-anthracnose-in-trees.html</guid><description>How do you treat anthracnose in trees?
How to Control Anthracnose
Remove and destroy any infected plants in your garden. For trees, prune out the dead wood and destroy the infected leaves.
You can try spraying your plants with a copper-based fungicide, though be careful because copper can build up ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:44:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What to do on the Central Coast of California?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-to-do-on-the-central-coast-of-california.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-to-do-on-the-central-coast-of-california.html</guid><description>What to do on the Central Coast of California?
From soft white sand to secluded rocky coves, the Central Coast has a beach for everyone along its gorgeous shoreline. There’s no shortage of outdoor experiences for Central Coast new homeowners, from surfing, hiking, and mountain biking, to camping on ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:40:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes brown patches on Leylandii hedge?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-causes-brown-patches-on-leylandii-hedge.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-causes-brown-patches-on-leylandii-hedge.html</guid><description>What causes brown patches on Leylandii hedge?
Over the past few years brown patches on leylandii hedges has been a real problem in some areas. These patches are caused by conifer aphids that feed by sucking the sap from the new shoots.
Can Brown conifers recover?
The brown needles and shoots will ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:38:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the white stuff in ash?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-white-stuff-in-ash.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-white-stuff-in-ash.html</guid><description>What is the white stuff in ash?
Many native deciduous trees, like ash, can leak sap as a result of a common bacterial disease called slime flux or wetwood. Your ash tree may ooze sap from this infection, but you might also see, coming from the bark, foaming white material that does not look at all l...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:28:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does an avocado graft take to heal?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-an-avocado-graft-take-to-heal.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-an-avocado-graft-take-to-heal.html</guid><description>How long does an avocado graft take to heal?
It will typically take around 4–6 weeks for the graft union to heal successfully, at which time you will see new buds and growth pushing through the parafilm. You don’t need to remove the parafilm, but you should remove the rubber band or grafting tape on...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:27:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How close can a koi pond be to a house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-close-can-a-koi-pond-be-to-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-close-can-a-koi-pond-be-to-a-house.html</guid><description>How close can a koi pond be to a house?
Setting a pond closer than the recommended or regulated limits is likely to result in damage when the water overtops the banks. Even if you’re not working with any specific guidelines from your zoning department or permit office, consider leaving a barrier of ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:20:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you speed up oak tree growth?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-speed-up-oak-tree-growth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-speed-up-oak-tree-growth.html</guid><description>Can you speed up oak tree growth?
A mature oak tree doesn’t need to be fertilized under natural or undamaged conditions. However, if there has been planting, uprooting, or nearby land disturbance, it’s essential to add some fertilizer to the tree base. It will help the oak tree grow faster in its ne...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:16:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is finish grading in construction?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-finish-grading-in-construction.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-finish-grading-in-construction.html</guid><description>What is finish grading in construction?
Finish grade means the final grade of the site after excavating or filling which conforms to the approved final grading plan. The finish grade is also the grade at the top of a paved surface. Grade means the vertical location of the ground surface. Existing gr...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:13:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is artificial grass and AstroTurf the same?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-artificial-grass-and-astroturf-the-same.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-artificial-grass-and-astroturf-the-same.html</guid><description>Is artificial grass and AstroTurf the same?
What’s the Difference Between Artificial Grass and Astro Turf? Put simply, Astro Turf is the name of an American subsidiary that started producing artificial turf for playing surfaces in 1960. Artificial grass, on the other hand, is an umbrella term for al...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:12:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the features of sprinkler irrigation?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-features-of-sprinkler-irrigation.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-features-of-sprinkler-irrigation.html</guid><description>What are the features of sprinkler irrigation?
Sprinkler Irrigation System
Eliminates water conveyance channels, thereby reducing conveyance loss.
Suitable in all types of soil except heavy clay.
Water saving up to 30% – 50 %.
Suitable for irrigation where the plant population per unit area is very...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:07:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall do spruce trees grow per year?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-do-spruce-trees-grow-per-year.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-do-spruce-trees-grow-per-year.html</guid><description>How tall do spruce trees grow per year?
about 24 inches
This California native has pendulous branches and grows about 24 inches each year. It’s hardy in USDA zones 6 to 8.
How tall will a spruce tree grow?
Spruces are large trees, from about 20–60 m (about 60–200 ft) tall when mature, and have who...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:02:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves on my willow tree turning brown?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-willow-tree-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-willow-tree-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves on my willow tree turning brown?
Willow scab is a fungal disease that causes leaf symptoms, followed by brown spore masses at the base of leaves. The symptoms of scab on willow start with dark spots on the leaves. These can be brown or black, and cause the leaves to wilt, shrivel ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:01:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it OK to eat apples with worm holes?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-ok-to-eat-apples-with-worm-holes.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-it-ok-to-eat-apples-with-worm-holes.html</guid><description>Is it OK to eat apples with worm holes?
Your best option is to slice the apples up, cut out the worm tunnels (every bit of them, because they contain worm droppings, ick) and feed the children those; they are fine to eat. Sweeten the deal with honey drizzled over, or yogurt or a sweet salad dressing...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:59:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How cold can a plumeria tolerate?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-cold-can-a-plumeria-tolerate.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-cold-can-a-plumeria-tolerate.html</guid><description>How cold can a plumeria tolerate?
Caring for Indoor Plumeria Plumeria prefer temperatures between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. When temperatures drop below 50 degrees, the plant will drop its leaves and go dormant. Water your plumeria when the top of the soil is dry.
What temperature will kill a pl...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:57:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall can eastern hemlock trees be before they die?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-can-eastern-hemlock-trees-be-before-they-die.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-can-eastern-hemlock-trees-be-before-they-die.html</guid><description>How tall can eastern hemlock trees be before they die?
The ENTS takes great pride in finding and documenting the maximum height of eastern trees. For the hemlocks, it would be only a few years until all in my area were dead. It became my mission to prevent the eastern hemlock from dying without prop...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:55:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the buds on my hibiscus dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-buds-on-my-hibiscus-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-the-buds-on-my-hibiscus-dying.html</guid><description>Why are the buds on my hibiscus dying?
ANSWER: Hibiscus plants drop their buds for a variety of reasons. Allowing plants to wilt between waterings will cause bud drop (and leaves to yellow and drop as well). Keeping hibiscus plants too wet can cause root problems which ultimately can lead to a sick-...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:52:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I value a tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-value-a-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-value-a-tree.html</guid><description>How do I value a tree?
The formula is: Tree Value = Base Value x Cross-sectional Area x Species Class x Condition Class x Location Class Base Value is the dollar amount assigned to 1 square inch of a tree’s trunk cross-sectional area and is typically based on the cost of the largest available replac...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:41:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you control the size of an orange tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-control-the-size-of-an-orange-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-control-the-size-of-an-orange-tree.html</guid><description>Can you control the size of an orange tree?
Pruning orange trees can improve aeration and increase light through the canopy, thus improving fruit quality and yield. Pruning out water sprouts can improve productivity in some cases as well. Pruning potted oranges is usually not necessary either, as th...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:38:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there any plants that are toxic to dogs?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-there-any-plants-that-are-toxic-to-dogs.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-there-any-plants-that-are-toxic-to-dogs.html</guid><description>Are there any plants that are toxic to dogs?
Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List – Dogs. Plants Toxic to Dogs. Adam-and-Eve (Arum, Lord-and-Ladies, Wake Robin, Starch Root, Bobbins, Cuckoo Plant) | Scientific Names: Arum maculatum | Family: Araceae. African Wonder Tree () | Scientific Names: Ricinus comm...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:34:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you seal interlocking?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-seal-interlocking.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-seal-interlocking.html</guid><description>Can you seal interlocking?
By sealing your interlock driveway, you’ll make certain it keeps its colour and looks its best all year long. And with the right tools and know-how, you’ll be able to seal your interlock driveway or interlocking patio stones like a pro.
Do you need to seal interlock?
“Do I...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:31:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast does a Redpointe maple grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-does-a-redpointe-maple-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-does-a-redpointe-maple-grow.html</guid><description>How fast does a Redpointe maple grow?
Some trees are slow growers (20-30 years to reach full size) and some are fast (10-15 years). Red maple (Acer rubrum) is a moderately fast grower; given good growing conditions, it should put on 1-2 feet of growth per year once established….How fast do Redpointe...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:29:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is my neighbor liable if his tree falls on my house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-my-neighbor-liable-if-his-tree-falls-on-my-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-my-neighbor-liable-if-his-tree-falls-on-my-house.html</guid><description>Is my neighbor liable if his tree falls on my house?
When you are the owner of property you are liable as the home owner for any claim of nuisance or negligence made out against you. This extends to damages if a tree on your property falls and damages another persons property and you are liable. But...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:25:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does a tree doctor cost?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-a-tree-doctor-cost.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-a-tree-doctor-cost.html</guid><description>How much does a tree doctor cost?
How much does an Arborist cost? The cost of an arborist largely depends on the task they are performing for you. Arborists are not a one-trick pony. An arborist will cost $75 – $4,500 for tree pruning and removal work, where the price for tree inspections and arbori...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:22:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is killing my blue spruce?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-killing-my-blue-spruce.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-killing-my-blue-spruce.html</guid><description>What is killing my blue spruce?
Bagworms and weevils are two bugs that can attack (and kill) spruce, but probably the most common is mites. The stresses of heat and compacted soil are contributing factors to a couple of fungal needlecast diseases and also a canker disease that can kill blue spruces....</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:16:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many years do mango trees live for?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-many-years-do-mango-trees-live-for.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-many-years-do-mango-trees-live-for.html</guid><description>How many years do mango trees live for?
Mango trees grow to 30–40 m (98–131 ft) tall, with a crown radius of 10–15 m (33–49 ft). The trees are long-lived, as some specimens still fruit after 300 years.
How old is a mature mango tree?
Planted from seed, a mango tree requires five to eight years befor...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:15:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my lawn so spotty?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-lawn-so-spotty.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-lawn-so-spotty.html</guid><description>Why is my lawn so spotty?
Lawn diseases, such as powdery mildew, or insects like Japanese Beetles and grubs, can create thin, patchy grass. Too much shade. Even grass seeds that have been specially cultivated for use in shaded areas can struggle without enough sunlight, resulting in thin grass growt...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:06:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does honey locust lose leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-honey-locust-lose-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-honey-locust-lose-leaves.html</guid><description>Does honey locust lose leaves?
When do honey locust trees lose their leaves? Honey locust trees are one of the first trees in the fall to start losing their leaves. Once a honey locust tree starts to turn yellow, you can expect the entire tree to lose its leaves in two to three weeks. Leaves start t...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:59:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my teddy bear magnolia losing leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-teddy-bear-magnolia-losing-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-teddy-bear-magnolia-losing-leaves.html</guid><description>Why is my teddy bear magnolia losing leaves?
Magnolias shed their old leaves all year – it’s part of their growth cycle, and the older magnolia leaves turn yellow and fall to the ground. Too little water can cause drought stress, which results in yellowing leaves on magnolias. Too much water, or soi...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:52:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do most people forget when moving?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-most-people-forget-when-moving.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-most-people-forget-when-moving.html</guid><description>What do most people forget when moving?
Personal Records – Often times during the moving process, one of the most significant and forgotten items are personal records. Personal records take a decent amount of time to accrue, and should be gotten weeks prior to your move. These include dental records...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:51:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do Cedar tree roots grow down or out?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-cedar-tree-roots-grow-down-or-out.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-cedar-tree-roots-grow-down-or-out.html</guid><description>Do Cedar tree roots grow down or out?
The roots of a mature deodar cedar spread up to 32 feet from its trunk. In ideal conditions, trees have been known to develop roots down to 20 feet below the surface of the soil, but in most cases, the deepest roots are 6 to 7 feet down.
How big is the root syst...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:49:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you kill avocado mites?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-kill-avocado-mites.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-kill-avocado-mites.html</guid><description>How do you kill avocado mites?
Heat waves (several consecutive days with temperatures exceeding 100 F accompanied with low humidity &amp;lt; 50%) kill immature and adult persea mites. Orchards that are 20+ miles inland have less persea mite infestations because the groves have consistently higher temper...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:48:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does wisteria grow on old wood?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-wisteria-grow-on-old-wood.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-wisteria-grow-on-old-wood.html</guid><description>Does wisteria grow on old wood?
The majority of plants, including wisteria, fall into this category. Wisteria produces its flowers buds during the previous growing season (“blooms on old wood”). If the plants were pruned from late fall to early spring, those buds were removed. There are some steps y...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:38:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you size an irrigation system?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-size-an-irrigation-system.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-size-an-irrigation-system.html</guid><description>How do you size an irrigation system?
That number is flow rate in terms of gallons per minute, or GPM. For schedule 40 PVC, use 1/2-inch pipe for a 4 GPM system, 3/4-inch pipe for 8 GPMs, 1-inch pipe for 13 GPMs, 1 1/4-inch pipe for 22 GPMs, 1 1/2-inch pipe for 30 GPMs, and 2-inch pipe for 50 GPMs.
...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:38:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When should you start spraying fruit trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-you-start-spraying-fruit-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-you-start-spraying-fruit-trees.html</guid><description>When should you start spraying fruit trees?
Timing is critical, with a first spray about two weeks after most petals have fallen from the tree’s blossoms, followed by a second spray one or two weeks later. Repeat this treatment in late July or early August or whenever you notice new larval holes app...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:21:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will a hedge grow back?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-a-hedge-grow-back.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-a-hedge-grow-back.html</guid><description>Will a hedge grow back?
All hedges are living things and will grow back if you are careful with your cutting. As long as you have not fundamentally damaged their structure, you can help them recover from being cut back and they should respond well to occasional pruning and trimming.
Why has my prive...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:19:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What size cake is 35 servings?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-size-cake-is-35-servings.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-size-cake-is-35-servings.html</guid><description>What size cake is 35 servings?
Cake Portions Chart
Cake Size
Round Cake
Square Cake
6 inch (15 cm)
11 servings
18 servings
7 inch (18 cm)
15 servings
24 servings
8 inch (20 cm)
20 servings
32 servings
9 inch (23 cm)
27 servings
35 servings
How much is a 3 tier cake at Walmart?
A two-tier...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:19:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does Leylandii take to establish?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-leylandii-take-to-establish.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-leylandii-take-to-establish.html</guid><description>How long does Leylandii take to establish?
Under ideal conditions, leylandii should create a good screen after two years growth when planting 120cm+ tall plants at 60cm apart and it will take about three years at 100cm apart. Laurel and other evergreen shrubs can sometimes form “instant hedges” if p...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:16:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I spray water on my succulent leaves every day when propagating?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/should-i-spray-water-on-my-succulent-leaves-every-day-when-propagating.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/should-i-spray-water-on-my-succulent-leaves-every-day-when-propagating.html</guid><description>Should I spray water on my succulent leaves every day when propagating?
This is the one time–and the only time–that it’s okay to use a spray bottle for watering your succulents–when you’re propagating! However, even still… When you’re propagating succulent leaves indoors or outdoors, you can water t...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:05:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best month for pruning?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-month-for-pruning.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-month-for-pruning.html</guid><description>What is the best month for pruning?
Generally, the best time to prune or trim trees and shrubs is during the winter months. From November through March, most trees are dormant which makes it the ideal time for the following reasons: Trees are less susceptible to insects or disease.
What is severe pr...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:01:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do olives grow on new growth?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-olives-grow-on-new-growth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-olives-grow-on-new-growth.html</guid><description>Do olives grow on new growth?
When olive trees are left unpruned they grow quite large which makes it difficult to harvest the fruit. Josh is tidying up a tree that has been left unpruned for a number of years. Hard pruning an olive tree in late winter or early spring will encourage a flush of new g...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:53:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you grow a grapefruit tree from seed?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-grow-a-grapefruit-tree-from-seed.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-grow-a-grapefruit-tree-from-seed.html</guid><description>Can you grow a grapefruit tree from seed?
Grapefruit can be grown at home from seeds and planted outdoors in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through 11. Although fruit production can be more limited than that of commercially grown trees, growing a grapefruit tree from seed sho...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:51:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do Georgian houses last?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-georgian-houses-last.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-georgian-houses-last.html</guid><description>How long do Georgian houses last?
100 years
They are often built with brick and stone, sash windows, and later with stucco. The Georgian period covers over 100 years, so there are many nuances within that time frame.
What makes a house a Georgian?
Georgian houses are characterized by their: Rigid ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:47:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get rid of cedar apple rust on my apple tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-rid-of-cedar-apple-rust-on-my-apple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-rid-of-cedar-apple-rust-on-my-apple-tree.html</guid><description>How do I get rid of cedar apple rust on my apple tree?
If you see the lesions on the apple leaves or fruit, it is too late to control the fungus. In that case, you should focus on purging infected leaves and fruit from around your tree. Spraying apple trees with copper can be done to treat cedar app...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:43:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my bay laurel turning yellow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-bay-laurel-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-bay-laurel-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why is my bay laurel turning yellow?
Nutritional deficiency – A yellowing bay laurel can be caused by a nutritional deficiency, particularly in iron. If a plant is not receiving enough iron it decreases Chlorophyll which is a vital component of photosynthesis, allowing plants to absorb energy from t...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:42:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How is fog created in summer?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-is-fog-created-in-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-is-fog-created-in-summer.html</guid><description>How is fog created in summer?
When the air near the ground cools to dew point, the water vapor in the air will become visible as fog in the air or dew on the ground. During the summer when the sky is clear and the humidity is near 100 %, fog will form. When the ground finally cools, it causes conden...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:41:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is a weeping Alaskan cedar fast growing?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-a-weeping-alaskan-cedar-fast-growing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-a-weeping-alaskan-cedar-fast-growing.html</guid><description>Is a weeping Alaskan cedar fast growing?
In the wild, weeping Alaskan cedars reach up to a whopping 100 feet in height with a width of approximately 20 to 30 feet after decades of growth. But, in garden settings, they tend to top out at around 30 feet in height with a spread equal to half of that.
H...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:39:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What time of year do you spray for bagworms?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-time-of-year-do-you-spray-for-bagworms.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-time-of-year-do-you-spray-for-bagworms.html</guid><description>What time of year do you spray for bagworms?
Early summer is the best time to treat for this pest, typically. If you miss this opportunity, the effectiveness of control decreases greatly. If you have bagworms this year, plan to spray again next year (mid-May) to catch any young caterpillars that hat...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:34:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can giant sequoias reproduce by seed?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-giant-sequoias-reproduce-by-seed.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-giant-sequoias-reproduce-by-seed.html</guid><description>Can giant sequoias reproduce by seed?
Sequoias reproduce from the seeds of their cones, and in order to reproduce, these seeds have three requirements: some direct sunlight; an adequate supply of moisture; and soil containing minerals, but no grass or other plants to share the available moisture.
Ho...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:34:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When should you plant trees and shrubs?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-you-plant-trees-and-shrubs.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-should-you-plant-trees-and-shrubs.html</guid><description>When should you plant trees and shrubs?
You should wait until the heat of summer has passed to plant any other trees or shrubs. Fall: September through December is the right time to plant in hotter climates of the South and West—without the heat of summer and before the colder weather sets in. Roots...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:32:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you take care of hot pepper plants?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-take-care-of-hot-pepper-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-take-care-of-hot-pepper-plants.html</guid><description>How do you take care of hot pepper plants?
Hot pepper plants need a location that gets six to eight hours of full sun per day. The soil must drain well so that no water will pool around the roots, and should have organic matter or compost worked in before the plants are added.
How long can you keep ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:27:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a dogwood tree live in Florida?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-dogwood-tree-live-in-florida.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-dogwood-tree-live-in-florida.html</guid><description>Can a dogwood tree live in Florida?
Flowering dogwood is a popular tree native to the eastern U.S., including North Florida. Dogwoods grow best in well drained, slightly acidic soils. They’re not drought tolerant, and should get plenty of water. The dogwood tree blooms for a few weeks in the spring,...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:24:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is papaya good for 1 year old baby?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-papaya-good-for-1-year-old-baby.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-papaya-good-for-1-year-old-baby.html</guid><description>Is papaya good for 1 year old baby?
Is papaya healthy for babies? Yes. Ripe papaya fruit is packed with vitamins A and C—essential nutrients to support your baby’s eyesight, immune system, and skin. Vitamin C also helps your baby absorb iron from plant-based foods, and papaya has loads of vitamin C,...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:24:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you buy fully grown oak trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-buy-fully-grown-oak-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-buy-fully-grown-oak-trees.html</guid><description>Can you buy fully grown oak trees?
Place your order today! Southern Pride Tree Farm sells mature live oak trees ranging from from 2.5″ caliper to 14″ caliper (caliper is diameter of the trunk) or from 10′ tall to 35′ tall. Southern Pride Tree Farm is the source for big to very big live oak trees and...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:20:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to trim a 40 foot tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-trim-a-40-foot-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-trim-a-40-foot-tree.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to trim a 40 foot tree?
Pine tree trimming costs tend to vary between $200 to $1,500 with the average species ranging from 40 to 100 feet tall.
How far can you cut back an oak tree?
Oak trees 3 years or older can be trimmed to a certain shape, but you must only remove branches ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:13:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What oak trees are in Northern California?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-oak-trees-are-in-northern-california.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-oak-trees-are-in-northern-california.html</guid><description>What oak trees are in Northern California?
The Red Oaks (section Lobatae)
Quercus agrifolia: Coast Live Oak.
Quercus kelloggii: Black Oak.
Quercus parvula: Shreve Oak.
Quercus wislizeni: Interior Live Oak.
Where is the biggest oak tree in California?
The valley oak is the largest oak tree found i...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:11:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How large should a container be for a Japanese maple?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-large-should-a-container-be-for-a-japanese-maple.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-large-should-a-container-be-for-a-japanese-maple.html</guid><description>How large should a container be for a Japanese maple?
Simply looking at the pot size in relationship to the tree size is normally enough to allow selection of the correct size of container. However, as an example a 30cm (1ft) square pot supports our 140cm high Japanese Maple very well.
How tall will...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:09:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much do pecan trees cost?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-do-pecan-trees-cost.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-do-pecan-trees-cost.html</guid><description>How much do pecan trees cost?
Seedling trees can be purchased for as little as $8-$10, depending on size and quantity. Improved varieties (budded trees) range in price from $10-$25, depending on size and quantity.
What is the yield of a mature pecan tree?
40 to 50 pounds
A mature pecan tree requires...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:07:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my cactus growing pups?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-cactus-growing-pups.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-cactus-growing-pups.html</guid><description>Why is my cactus growing pups?
Another critical point to note is that some cacti plants tend to produce tiny pups beneath their stems. These offsets are often too small because they get less sunlight. After separating such pups from the parent plant, dry them up for a couple of days before planting....</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:04:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do sugar maples shed bark?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-sugar-maples-shed-bark.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-sugar-maples-shed-bark.html</guid><description>Do sugar maples shed bark?
Trees grow from the inside out, and as they expand, the bark cracks to make room for new growth. This is just a normal part of the tree’s life cycle and will not harm the tree. Extreme and rapid temperature fluctuations can cause the bark of hard maples to split and peel.
...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:59:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When does Cladrastis lutea bloom in the UK?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-does-cladrastis-lutea-bloom-in-the-uk.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-does-cladrastis-lutea-bloom-in-the-uk.html</guid><description>When does Cladrastis lutea bloom in the UK?
Main Bloom Time: Early summer, Late summer, Mid summer. Form: Rounded, Vase. cladrastis lutea is a deciduous Tree growing to 15 m (49ft) by 8 m (26ft) at a slow rate. It is hardy to zone (UK) 3 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in June, and the seed...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:58:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of pine is white pine?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-pine-is-white-pine.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-pine-is-white-pine.html</guid><description>What kind of pine is white pine?
L. Pinus strobus, commonly denominated the eastern white pine, northern white pine, white pine, Weymouth pine (British), and soft pine is a large pine native to eastern North America.
What is the difference between pine and white pine?
Yellow pine tends to have a b...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:57:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do aspen trees grow well in Denver?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-aspen-trees-grow-well-in-denver.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-aspen-trees-grow-well-in-denver.html</guid><description>Do aspen trees grow well in Denver?
Aspens thrive in higher elevations. Planting these trees in Denver with our heavy clay soils and hot lowland weather takes its toll, setting up Aspens for a host of troubles. However, homeowners continue to plant these trees because they are so Colorado.
Do aspen ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:55:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does insurance cover if tree falls on car?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-insurance-cover-if-tree-falls-on-car.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-insurance-cover-if-tree-falls-on-car.html</guid><description>Does insurance cover if tree falls on car?
Fallen limbs or trees can do serious damage to your vehicle. Car insurance may help cover tree damage if you have comprehensive coverage on your auto insurance policy. Comprehensive coverage helps pay to repair or replace your vehicle if it’s damaged or des...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:54:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my Kentia plant leaning?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-kentia-plant-leaning.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-kentia-plant-leaning.html</guid><description>Why is my Kentia plant leaning?
If growth slows down or stops and your plant begins to lean it can mean you are overwatering. Remember that your palm tree must never stand in water. Always allow the soil to dry out before watering thoroughly.
Why is my palm plant leaning?
Palm trees are monocots, ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:46:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you write a letter asking for property?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-write-a-letter-asking-for-property.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-write-a-letter-asking-for-property.html</guid><description>How do you write a letter asking for property?
Here’s a sample offer letter, plus some tips:
Make your opener as personal as possible.
Tell them about yourself.
Point out the home’s attributes.
Find a connection.
Explain your bid, even if it’s low.
Close with lots of thanks.
Can you ask for a...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:45:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What type of fungi grows on dead trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-type-of-fungi-grows-on-dead-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-type-of-fungi-grows-on-dead-trees.html</guid><description>What type of fungi grows on dead trees?
Stereum species This group of fungi are commonly found on dead trees, branches, and stumps but rarely cause serious decay in living trees. They can cause heart rot on trees wounded by pruning or bark injury. The annual fruiting bodies are thin, leathery, and b...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:39:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What weed killer sterilizes the ground?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-weed-killer-sterilizes-the-ground.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-weed-killer-sterilizes-the-ground.html</guid><description>What weed killer sterilizes the ground?
Pramitol 25E Herbicide (1 Gallon) Great for fence rows, around buildings and wherever you want to see bare ground. Controls johnsongrass, bindweed and other hard-to-kill weeds.
Do you have to pull weeds after spraying?
After spraying, you can see results in a ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:34:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can tree roots cause damage?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-tree-roots-cause-damage.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-tree-roots-cause-damage.html</guid><description>Can tree roots cause damage?
Most trees growing near buildings cause no damage. But in some cases, subsidence and structural damage can be linked to tree roots. Blocked drains and lifted paving may also be a problem. Tree roots can grow far beyond the width of the canopy.
What kind of structural dam...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:27:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which oak tree has flowers?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-oak-tree-has-flowers.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-oak-tree-has-flowers.html</guid><description>Which oak tree has flowers?
Generally, red oaks will bloom in May. They can grow to be between 50- and 75-feet tall and spread around the same amount. They prefer full sun and prefer light to medium watering. All of these trees tend to create flowers that are yellowish green in color.
Does an oak tr...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:25:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is an elm tree look like?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-an-elm-tree-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-an-elm-tree-look-like.html</guid><description>What is an elm tree look like?
Elm trees have oval-shaped leaves with saw-toothed edges and are pointy at the end. The veins of the leaf are usually very visible too. The bark is rough with deep grooves. The structure of an elm tree is like an umbrella with wide spreading limbs and some drooping bra...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:22:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which trees have opposite branches?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-trees-have-opposite-branches.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-trees-have-opposite-branches.html</guid><description>Which trees have opposite branches?
Opposite branching refers to a branching pattern where side branches, leaves and leaf scars grow from the stem directly across from each other. Examples of trees that grow with this pattern include maples, ash and buckeye trees.
Does Ash have opposite branching?
...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:22:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my avocado not flowering?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-avocado-not-flowering.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-avocado-not-flowering.html</guid><description>Why is my avocado not flowering?
Other Reasons an Avocado Tree Doesn’t Bloom They need to experience temperatures between 32 and 45 degrees Fahrenheit (0 to 7 C.) during the dormant period. The temperatures need to be fairly consistent for several months. A sudden cold snap could affect flower produ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:18:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you freshen a cedar fence?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-freshen-a-cedar-fence.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-freshen-a-cedar-fence.html</guid><description>How do you freshen a cedar fence?
warm water, 1 qt. oxygen bleach and ¼ cup non-ammonia dish soap into a garden sprayer. Saturate the fence with the cleaning solution. Allow it to set on the fence for about 10 minutes.
Should you pressure wash a cedar fence before staining?
You definitely should pre...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:13:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will maple gall mites go away?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-maple-gall-mites-go-away.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/will-maple-gall-mites-go-away.html</guid><description>Will maple gall mites go away?
Oftentimes, you’ll find that gall mite infestations will go away on their own once the mites go back into the tree. In the case of the fuchsia gall mite, the best way to rid of the infestation is to simply cut the infected leaves and branches from the plant.
Are maple ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:06:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When did my parents move in with US?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-did-my-parents-move-in-with-us.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-did-my-parents-move-in-with-us.html</guid><description>When did my parents move in with US?
When we built our home 11 years ago, my husband and I were committed to having my parents—then in their mid-seventies—come to live with us. We built them an in-law apartment that is nearly 1,000 square feet, with a kitchen and laundry facilities.
When do you know...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:05:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are ash trees still dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-ash-trees-still-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-ash-trees-still-dying.html</guid><description>Are ash trees still dying?
Ash trees have been part of North American and European forest landscapes for millennia. Yet, they are now under threats because of invasive pests and pathogens such as the ash dieback in Europe and the emerald ash borer in North America.
How many years does a ash tree liv...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:03:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I identify a tree book?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-identify-a-tree-book.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-identify-a-tree-book.html</guid><description>How do I identify a tree book?
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National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Trees: Eastern Region.
National Audubon Society FieldGuide to North American Trees: Western Region.
The Sibley Guide to Trees.
Peterson Field Guide Series: A Field Guide to Eastern Trees.
Peterso...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:57:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What to do about curling leaves on citrus trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-to-do-about-curling-leaves-on-citrus-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-to-do-about-curling-leaves-on-citrus-trees.html</guid><description>What to do about curling leaves on citrus trees?
Treatments for Curling Citrus Leaves. 1 1. Apply a potassium fertilizer. To treat leaf curl that comes with a yellow discoloration in lemon and orange trees, correct the soil pH to 6.0-7.0 2 2. Maintain a proper watering schedule. 3 3. Treat citrus tr...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:51:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where are the banyan trees in Central America?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-are-the-banyan-trees-in-central-america.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-are-the-banyan-trees-in-central-america.html</guid><description>Where are the banyan trees in Central America?
The Central American banyan (Ficus pertusa) is native to Central America and northern South America, from southern Mexico south to Paraguay. The shortleaf fig (Ficus citrifolia) is native to southern Florida, the Caribbean Islands, Central America, and ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:45:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you keep a juniper bonsai tree indoors?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-keep-a-juniper-bonsai-tree-indoors.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-keep-a-juniper-bonsai-tree-indoors.html</guid><description>Can you keep a juniper bonsai tree indoors?
(They’re trees after all!) But juniper bonsai trees can tolerate indoor growing if they’re kept in the right conditions. Providing adequate light, temperature, and humidity levels will be your biggest challenge. We recommend starting outdoors, but if you’r...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:34:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are oak trees famous for?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-oak-trees-famous-for.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-oak-trees-famous-for.html</guid><description>What are oak trees famous for?
Over the centuries, oak has been used to make barrels to store wines and spirits, and its bark is also used in the leather tanning process. Until the early twentieth century, the large round growths found on the trunks of oak trees, known as called oak galls, were used...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:32:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you keep sweet gum trees from dropping balls?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-keep-sweet-gum-trees-from-dropping-balls.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-keep-sweet-gum-trees-from-dropping-balls.html</guid><description>How do you keep sweet gum trees from dropping balls?
Hear this out loudPauseFor the best chance of stopping the sweetgum balls, hire a certified arborist. The tree needs the injections right before it flowers in spring. Then, the flowers drop, preventing the balls from ever forming.
Are sweet gum tr...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:23:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the best trees for privacy in a small garden?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-best-trees-for-privacy-in-a-small-garden.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-best-trees-for-privacy-in-a-small-garden.html</guid><description>What are the best trees for privacy in a small garden?
Screening Trees
Bamboo Trees and Hedge (Phyllostachys)
Holly Trees (Ilex)
Hornbeam Trees (Carpinus Betulus)
Laurel Trees (Prunus)
Leylandii Trees (Cypress )
Magnolia Trees.
Photinia Trees (Red Robin)
Pine Trees (Pinus)
What is the best ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:16:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why has my Laburnum tree died?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-has-my-laburnum-tree-died.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-has-my-laburnum-tree-died.html</guid><description>Why has my Laburnum tree died?
ANSWER: The main disease problem with Laburnum trees is root rot. The tree will begin to look sickly and eventually die. The cause is generally a waterlogged soil.
What is eating my Laburnum leaves?
The caterpillars of laburnum leaf mining moth feed within the leaves o...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:13:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When do you plant Cannas in the garden?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-do-you-plant-cannas-in-the-garden.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-do-you-plant-cannas-in-the-garden.html</guid><description>When do you plant Cannas in the garden?
Place the pots in a heated greenhouse, water and wait for signs of life. From late May, after all risk of frost has passes and new shoots or roots have grown, harden off your cannas and and then plant them in the garden. They should flower in their first year....</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 07:13:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What day do you normally complete on a house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-day-do-you-normally-complete-on-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-day-do-you-normally-complete-on-a-house.html</guid><description>What day do you normally complete on a house?
Usually completion day is between 7 and 28 days after the exchange of contracts. It will normally be on a weekday, because the money transfer and confirmation needs to be done by a conveyancing solicitor, and you’ll need to pick the keys up from the esta...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 06:55:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you add thickness to a concrete slab?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-add-thickness-to-a-concrete-slab.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-add-thickness-to-a-concrete-slab.html</guid><description>How do you add thickness to a concrete slab?
Wire mesh provides extra strength to thick concrete slabs. It can also prevent cracking and settling. You can purchase a roll of welded wire mesh at a home improvement store, then simply spread it out in a single layer over the old concrete. Press it down...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 06:47:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you plant dogwoods in spring?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-plant-dogwoods-in-spring.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-plant-dogwoods-in-spring.html</guid><description>Can you plant dogwoods in spring?
The best time to plant Dogwood trees is in the early fall or spring. They can be planted from bare root, or from potted root balls. If you are planting bare root stock, you will definitely need to plant in fall or early spring, before the tree begins to bud and flow...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 06:47:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can Japanese maples get blight?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-japanese-maples-get-blight.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-japanese-maples-get-blight.html</guid><description>Can Japanese maples get blight?
Japanese maple is susceptible to a number of leaf spot diseases that may disfigure leaves and cause early defoliation. The major foliar diseases are anthracnose, Phyllosticta leaf spot and Pseudomonas tip blight. There are several insects that may attack Japanese mapl...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 06:41:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which trees should plant near a house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-trees-should-plant-near-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-trees-should-plant-near-a-house.html</guid><description>Which trees should plant near a house?
Read on about some of the best trees to plant near house in India.
Banyan Tree. incrediblesnaps. Scientific name- Ficus benghalensis.
Neem tree. grow-trees.
Peepal tree. onlineprasad.
Arjuna tree. speakingtree.
Sal Tree. feedipedia.
Gulmohar tree. wikiped...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 06:38:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are small branches falling off my maple tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-small-branches-falling-off-my-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-small-branches-falling-off-my-maple-tree.html</guid><description>Why are small branches falling off my maple tree?
There could be several reasons for leaf drop, but the most likely cause may be the leaf stalk borer or petiole borer. If the leaf drop includes small branches, I would suspect squirrels harvesting leaves for nesting materials. They also clip off the ...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 06:34:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is a sycamore tree the same as a maple tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-a-sycamore-tree-the-same-as-a-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-a-sycamore-tree-the-same-as-a-maple-tree.html</guid><description>Is a sycamore tree the same as a maple tree?
Today we’re tackling some species that belong in the same genus and are often confused: the Norway Maple and the sycamore. In fact, our heading is really a trick question; these are both technically Maples, sharing the genus Acer. In looking at the full t...</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 06:23:25 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>