<?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>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:49:25 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>What is the best way to kill dallisgrass?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-way-to-kill-dallisgrass.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-way-to-kill-dallisgrass.html</guid><description>What is the best way to kill dallisgrass?
Glyphosate kills both the dallisgrass and the turfgrass, leaving an area of dead turf. To keep the turf vigorous and growing well enough to out compete germinating dallisgrass seed, the spot needs to be overseeded or a preemergent herbicide needs to be appli...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:48:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does an oak tree grow in 50 years?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-does-an-oak-tree-grow-in-50-years.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-does-an-oak-tree-grow-in-50-years.html</guid><description>How tall does an oak tree grow in 50 years?
Most oak trees won’t produce a good crop of acorns until they are around 50 years old. Over the next hundred years, the young tree matures into a majestic adult. A mature tree can grow up to 45 metres tall and can spread almost as wide. At 700 years old th...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:42:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of runners face?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-runners-face.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-runners-face.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of runners face?
Fitness Enthusiast? Avoid Getting The “Runner’s Face” With These Tips
Drink lots of water. Sagging skin is a common side effect of intense workouts aimed at burning fat.
Always apply sunscreen. Marathon runners usually head outdoors for a long jog or a quick spr...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:38:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is eating the leaves off my tomato plants?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-eating-the-leaves-off-my-tomato-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-eating-the-leaves-off-my-tomato-plants.html</guid><description>What is eating the leaves off my tomato plants?
Soft-bodied insects that attack tomato plants include aphids and whiteflies. These pests threaten plant health by sucking sap from stems and leaves. Knock them off by training a garden hose on the plants, using a jet or spray setting.
How do I keep bug...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:33:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What time of the year do morel mushrooms come out?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-time-of-the-year-do-morel-mushrooms-come-out.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-time-of-the-year-do-morel-mushrooms-come-out.html</guid><description>What time of the year do morel mushrooms come out?
Morel season can start as soon as early April, and runs till mid-May in some locales. Giveaways that the time is right: the mushrooms typically crop up when nights are warm and the ground is wet.
Can you find morels in your yard?
Morel mushrooms c...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:33:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the prettiest type of tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-prettiest-type-of-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-prettiest-type-of-tree.html</guid><description>What is the prettiest type of tree?
Japanese Cherry Perhaps the most famous tree in the world for its beauty, the Cherry trees of Japan herald in each spring with white and pink blooms that first adorn the branches, and then drop away to litter the ground with a breathtaking dusting unlike anything ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:33:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get my spark plugs back?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-my-spark-plugs-back.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-get-my-spark-plugs-back.html</guid><description>How do I get my spark plugs back?
1Gently grasp a spark plug wire by the boot (the place where it connects to the spark plug), twist it, and pull it straight out. Never yank on the wire itself (you can damage the wiring). The shiny thing sticking out of the engine block after you remove the wire fro...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:30:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>At what age do oak trees stop producing acorns?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/at-what-age-do-oak-trees-stop-producing-acorns.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/at-what-age-do-oak-trees-stop-producing-acorns.html</guid><description>At what age do oak trees stop producing acorns?
Most species of oaks begin producing acorns at about 20 years old. Peak production occurs from about 50 to 80 years, and then acorn production tapers off after 80 years.
How long do oak trees take to grow acorns?
Within 20 years, your oak may begin p...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:22:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my arborvitae turning gray?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-arborvitae-turning-gray.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-arborvitae-turning-gray.html</guid><description>Why is my arborvitae turning gray?
A bagworm infestation can cause severe defoliation which can retard the growth of the tree and make the tree vulnerable to secondary pests. Spider Mites – These pests can cause arborvitae leaves to gray or brown. Look for brown or tan twig tips and black string-lik...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:20:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do carpenter ants live in maple trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-carpenter-ants-live-in-maple-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-carpenter-ants-live-in-maple-trees.html</guid><description>Do carpenter ants live in maple trees?
It is common to find carpenter ants on maple trees. Ants won’t kill your maple tree (Acer spp.) directly, but that doesn’t mean an ant-infested maple tree isn’t at some risk. The holes and tunnels left behind by carpenter ants can make tree limbs weaker and mor...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:19:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens to a smart meter when you move house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-to-a-smart-meter-when-you-move-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-happens-to-a-smart-meter-when-you-move-house.html</guid><description>What happens to a smart meter when you move house?
The simple answer is no. When you move from one property to another, you will leave your smart meter behind.
Do I leave my smart meter when I move house?
No. If your property has a smart meter, you may also have an IHD – a small screen that shows yo...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:02:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big does a Fuerte avocado tree get?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-does-a-fuerte-avocado-tree-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-big-does-a-fuerte-avocado-tree-get.html</guid><description>How big does a Fuerte avocado tree get?
40 feet tall
This hybrid of the Mexican and Guatemalan avocado subspecies was a chance seedling from Puebla, Mexico, which was distributed by plant explorer Carl Schmidt in 1911. The ‘Fuerte’ can grow more than 40 feet tall and 35 feet wide at a rate of 3 feet...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:59:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are landscapers so unreliable?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-landscapers-so-unreliable.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-landscapers-so-unreliable.html</guid><description>Why are landscapers so unreliable?
The biggest reason why so many homeowners hesitate to get a landscaper is because they’re afraid of how much it’s going to cost. The truth is that getting a regular landscaper is an expense, but it is an expense that can pay off for you in the long run. You’ve hear...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:41:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does cancel request mean?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-cancel-request-mean.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-cancel-request-mean.html</guid><description>What does cancel request mean?
2. 3. No, it means that the person has a friend request in their account and they have not yet accepted it. If you click on “Cancel”, then that will remove the friend request from their account, and Facebook would give you the option to send another friend request.
Can...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:32:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my maple turning black?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-maple-turning-black.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-maple-turning-black.html</guid><description>Why is my maple turning black?
Dark staining of maple tree trunks is most commonly an indication that the trees are infested with gloomy scale. The maple trunk gradually turns black as sooty mold accumulates on the honeydew that the scales produce. Gloomy scales often go undetected for years due to ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:30:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do I do if my tree has brown leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-i-do-if-my-tree-has-brown-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-do-i-do-if-my-tree-has-brown-leaves.html</guid><description>What do I do if my tree has brown leaves?
Contact a Professional At the end of the day, the best thing you can do if your leaves are brown and wilting is call a local tree care professional.
What does it mean when tree leaves turn brown?
Scorch
Sometimes, in the height of summer, the tips of leave...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:27:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can I do with overgrown junipers?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-can-i-do-with-overgrown-junipers.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-can-i-do-with-overgrown-junipers.html</guid><description>What can I do with overgrown junipers?
While overgrown juniper pruning has its limits, it is possible to trim your plant down to a more manageable shape. One good place to start is the removal of any dead or leafless branches – these can be cut off at the trunk. You can also remove any branches that...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:18:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does trees with no fruit mean?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-trees-with-no-fruit-mean.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-trees-with-no-fruit-mean.html</guid><description>What does trees with no fruit mean?
Poor Pollination. The third most common reason for failure of the trees to bear fruit is lack of, or poor, pollination. All flowers must be pollinated in order to form fruit consistently. Therefore, you must plant two different varieties if you want to produce fru...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:07:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my aloe plant dying after repotting?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-aloe-plant-dying-after-repotting.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-aloe-plant-dying-after-repotting.html</guid><description>Why is my aloe plant dying after repotting?
The reason for dying aloe vera is often because of root rot due to watering too often and slow draining soils. Aloe vera needs the soil around the roots to dry out between bouts of watering. If the aloe is in damp soil the leaves turn soft and brown or yel...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:00:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does a quaking aspen tree cost?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-a-quaking-aspen-tree-cost.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-a-quaking-aspen-tree-cost.html</guid><description>How much does a quaking aspen tree cost?
Affirm Starting at 0% APR on orders $200+. Learn more See how our plants are shipped to you! Why Quaking Aspen Trees? Known for climate and soil adaptability, with gains of up to 5 feet per year, the Quaking Aspen Tree makes a statement. Especially since it b...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:58:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you prevent Diplodia tip blight?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-prevent-diplodia-tip-blight.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-prevent-diplodia-tip-blight.html</guid><description>How do you prevent Diplodia tip blight?
Two key methods for preventing diplodia tip blight damage to pine trees are keeping the tree fertilized and well watered and applying supplemental treatments to the pine tree in the spring.
What causes Diplodia tip blight?
Diplodia tip blight of pines (formerl...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:52:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do maple trees have invasive roots?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-maple-trees-have-invasive-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-maple-trees-have-invasive-roots.html</guid><description>Do maple trees have invasive roots?
Silver maple trees have incredibly shallow, fast-growing roots. They might be prized for their vibrant colour in autumn, but their root systems are one of the most invasive of all. As the roots enlarge, silver maple trees have been known to crack driveways, paveme...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:52:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there maple trees in northern Ontario?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-there-maple-trees-in-northern-ontario.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-there-maple-trees-in-northern-ontario.html</guid><description>Are there maple trees in northern Ontario?
Although there are about 150 known species of maples, only seven are commonly found in Ontario: sugar, black, red silver, mountain, striped, and two imports, Manitoba and Norway. often reaches heights of 25-30 m. The edges have more teeth than those of suga...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:52:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is special about the eucalyptus?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-special-about-the-eucalyptus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-special-about-the-eucalyptus.html</guid><description>What is special about the eucalyptus?
Eucalyptus is an antimicrobial and contains a compound called eucalyptol. These elements make it a go-to essential oil for many athletes in relieving aching muscles and helping to stimulate healthy circulation. Even if you aren’t an athlete, eucalyptus can help ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:51:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of fungus on a maple tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-on-a-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-on-a-maple-tree.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of fungus on a maple tree?
If you do notice signs of the disease, prune the affected leaves and make sure to destroy them far away from any other trees to prevent the fungus from spreading. You may also need to apply a fungicide to the leaves of your maple tree.
Will tar spot kill...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:51:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you install heavy string lights?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-install-heavy-string-lights.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-install-heavy-string-lights.html</guid><description>How do you install heavy string lights?
How to Hang Outdoor String Lights
Step 1: Measure &amp;amp; Prep. The first thing to do is measure for both your string lights and the cable guide wire you need for spanning across any open spaces.
Step 2: Mount Screw Hooks.
Step 3: Connect &amp;amp; Tighten Cable....</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:51:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall will a cedar grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-will-a-cedar-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-will-a-cedar-grow.html</guid><description>How tall will a cedar grow?
Pyramidal Cedar It can be kept at 1.5-1.8 meters (5 – 6 feet) or let grow to a height of 4.6 meters (15 feet) and have a spread of about 1.2 m (4 feet). They make an excellent screen and can grow at a rate of 30 centimeters (1 foot) per year. The lush foliage makes it an ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:46:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What fungus grows on oak trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-fungus-grows-on-oak-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-fungus-grows-on-oak-trees.html</guid><description>What fungus grows on oak trees?
Hear this out loudPauseRoot and butt rot of oaks can be caused by one of many wood-decaying fungal pathogens that are native to our region. The most common and destructive of these fungi include: Armillaria spp. (honey fungus), Inonotus dryadeus (warted oak polypore),...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:43:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much water does a desert willow need?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-water-does-a-desert-willow-need.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-water-does-a-desert-willow-need.html</guid><description>How much water does a desert willow need?
It will tolerate various soil conditions but does best in soil that drains well. For the first year, water desert willow tree deeply every five to seven days. Water established desert willow trees every two weeks in the summer and every month in the winter.
...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:42:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the white stuff coming out of my tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-white-stuff-coming-out-of-my-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-white-stuff-coming-out-of-my-tree.html</guid><description>What is the white stuff coming out of my tree?
White Flux or Alcoholic flux, is a stress-related disease that affects sweet gum, oak, elm and willow trees. The disease is caused by a microorganism that ferments the sap that seeps or bleeds from cracks and wounds in the bark. The result is a white, f...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:36:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a French drain fail?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-french-drain-fail.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-a-french-drain-fail.html</guid><description>Can a French drain fail?
Another big issue contributing to early French drain failure is not lining the trench with a non-woven geotextile drainage fabric. The drainage fabric acts as a soil separator and prevents dirt and debris from mingling with your rock fill while allowing the water to freely f...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:34:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can plant fungus spread to other plants?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-plant-fungus-spread-to-other-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-plant-fungus-spread-to-other-plants.html</guid><description>Can plant fungus spread to other plants?
Fungal spores are very small and light, and can travel great distances through the air to infect other plants or trees. They are also spread by water, animals and insects, and people. The best way to prevent fungi from attacking your plants is to buy disease ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:33:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is Dallas so hot in the summer?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-dallas-so-hot-in-the-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-dallas-so-hot-in-the-summer.html</guid><description>Why is Dallas so hot in the summer?
Summer. During the summer, the region receives warm and dry winds from the north and west, as well as hot, humid air from the Gulf of Mexico. The city’s all-time recorded high temperature is 113 °F (45 °C) during the Heat Wave of 1980, while the all-time recorded ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:33:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can prickly heat be mistaken for?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-can-prickly-heat-be-mistaken-for.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-can-prickly-heat-be-mistaken-for.html</guid><description>What can prickly heat be mistaken for?
Similar to sunburn, a heat rash, also known as ‘prickly heat’ or miliaria, is a red rash on the skin. But unlike sunburn, heat rash can cause small, itchy, fluid-filled bumps on the skin, and it can be skin that was never even exposed to sunlight.
What to do if...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:30:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why did the Germans build trenches at Ypres?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-did-the-germans-build-trenches-at-ypres.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-did-the-germans-build-trenches-at-ypres.html</guid><description>Why did the Germans build trenches at Ypres?
Because the Germans held the position for so long (from late 1914 to 7 June 1917) they were able to build a network of trenches fortified like few others Two German soldiers man a gun in the trenches at the Hill 80 outpost which overlooked Ypres. The posi...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:26:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a mature silver maple look like?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-a-mature-silver-maple-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-a-mature-silver-maple-look-like.html</guid><description>What does a mature silver maple look like?
About the Silver Maple Tree The silver maple (acer saccharinum), a species native to eastern North America, got its name because its leaves, which are green on top, are silvery-white on their undersides. This tree reaches a height of 50–80 feet, with a spre...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:25:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When does a Leyland plant need to have a root system?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-does-a-leyland-plant-need-to-have-a-root-system.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-does-a-leyland-plant-need-to-have-a-root-system.html</guid><description>When does a Leyland plant need to have a root system?
In general, after the first year, they should have a large enough root system to find their own nutrients. Rootgrow is a friendly fungus (mycorrhizal) that can help your plants form a huge secondary root system. This aids growth and establishment...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:12:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does avocado fungus look like?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-avocado-fungus-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-avocado-fungus-look-like.html</guid><description>What does avocado fungus look like?
Anthracnose (fungus – Colletotrichum gloeosporioides): Black circular spots up to one-half inch appear on fruit. The center of the spots may be slightly sunken and spots may develop cracks. During moist periods, the spots produce pinkish, moist masses of fungal sp...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:06:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do Norfolk Island pines live?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-norfolk-island-pines-live.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-do-norfolk-island-pines-live.html</guid><description>How long do Norfolk Island pines live?
150 years
Recognizing Norfolk Potential In modern home landscapes, where frost-free climates or protected locations allow, Norfolks are known to live 150 years or more. Along parts of the California Coast, Norfolk Island pines grow 100 feet or taller, stretchin...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:03:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of grass grows well in full sun?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-grass-grows-well-in-full-sun.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-kind-of-grass-grows-well-in-full-sun.html</guid><description>What kind of grass grows well in full sun?
Bermuda grass
Bermuda grass (Cynodon spp.) is a gray-green, warm-season grass that grows best in high temperatures and full sun. Bermuda grass can withstand heavy use during its growing season from spring to early fall, spreading both by underground rhizome...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:02:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you top a rubber tree plant?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-top-a-rubber-tree-plant.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-top-a-rubber-tree-plant.html</guid><description>Can you top a rubber tree plant?
How to prune a Rubber Plant: Rubber Plants can quickly outgrow a space, but regular pruning helps them stay healthy and controlled. Through the techniques of topping to halt upward growth and trimming to encourage branching from a lower node, the plant can be shaped ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:00:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does peeling bark mean a tree is dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-peeling-bark-mean-a-tree-is-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/does-peeling-bark-mean-a-tree-is-dying.html</guid><description>Does peeling bark mean a tree is dying?
Trees that are dead or dying will begin to shed their bark, causing it to peel off. Peeling bark also indicates that the tree is not getting enough nutrients, so even if it’s not dead, it may be headed that way.
How do you restore a Japanese maple tree?
The ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:53:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you plant maple trees in the spring?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-plant-maple-trees-in-the-spring.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-plant-maple-trees-in-the-spring.html</guid><description>Can you plant maple trees in the spring?
Since there is little root disturbance, maples that are entirely container grown can be planted spring through early fall. The best time is while the plant is still dormant, because roots grow into the surrounding soil slowly. The slow root growth will not su...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:52:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take a ponderosa pine to grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-a-ponderosa-pine-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-a-ponderosa-pine-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does it take a ponderosa pine to grow?
On productive sites, trees can reach 26 inches in diameter in 30 years (8.7 inches/decade). Trees with a diameter of 30 to 50 inches and height of 90 to 130 feet are common throughout its range.
How old is the oldest Ponderosa pine?
700 years old
The o...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:50:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do olive trees make good house plants?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-olive-trees-make-good-house-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-olive-trees-make-good-house-plants.html</guid><description>Do olive trees make good house plants?
Olive trees are ancient plants. Because they don’t thrive indoors over the long run, it’s best to move potted olives outside or plant them in the ground when the weather warms up. If you grow an olive as a houseplant, choose a dwarf variety. Dwarf olives can gr...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:47:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take a maple tree to produce maple?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-a-maple-tree-to-produce-maple.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-a-maple-tree-to-produce-maple.html</guid><description>How long does it take a maple tree to produce maple?
It takes at least forty years for a maple tree to grow before it is big enough to tap. On a good growing site, and if treated well, a maple tree can be tapped indefinitely.
When did the maple tree first appear?
1663
Maple trees existed in North ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:44:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where can the western red cedar be found?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-can-the-western-red-cedar-be-found.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-can-the-western-red-cedar-be-found.html</guid><description>Where can the western red cedar be found?
Western red cedar, (Thuja plicata), also called western arborvitae, giant arborvitae, or Pacific red cedar, an ornamental and timber evergreenconifer of the cypress family (Cupressaceae), native to the Pacific coast of North America.
How much is a Western re...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:36:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my evergreen tree dying from the inside out?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-evergreen-tree-dying-from-the-inside-out.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-is-my-evergreen-tree-dying-from-the-inside-out.html</guid><description>Why is my evergreen tree dying from the inside out?
Browning is often caused by an inability of the pine tree to uptake enough water to keep its needles alive. When moisture is overly abundant and drainage is poor, root rot is often the culprit. As roots die, you may notice your pine tree dying from...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:19:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are Willow Oaks fast growing?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-willow-oaks-fast-growing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-willow-oaks-fast-growing.html</guid><description>Are Willow Oaks fast growing?
Willow Oak Information The trees are fast growing. When they are young, they have a pyramidal shape, but as they mature their branches take on a wide, even spread. The lowest branches hang down somewhat toward the ground. The trees tend to reach a height of 60 to 75 fee...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:13:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the tallest blue spruce?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-tallest-blue-spruce.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-tallest-blue-spruce.html</guid><description>What is the tallest blue spruce?
178.8 feet
Then it happened: Matt measured a pencil-straight giant at an astounding 178.8 feet, the tallest we know of — anywhere. The tree measures 10.9 feet in circumference. Its narrow crown averages only 23.5 feet for a total of 309 points.
How tall is a full gro...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:12:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What should my backyard be like for my Dog?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-should-my-backyard-be-like-for-my-dog.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-should-my-backyard-be-like-for-my-dog.html</guid><description>What should my backyard be like for my Dog?
Your dog-friendly backyard should be a pleasant place where he can eat, play with his favorite toys, sleep, bask in the sunshine and even frolic in the rain.
What can I do to make my yard more dog friendly?
Keeping the grass trimmed can do a lot to preve...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:03:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall is a 25 gallon Leyland cypress?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-is-a-25-gallon-leyland-cypress.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-is-a-25-gallon-leyland-cypress.html</guid><description>How tall is a 25 gallon Leyland cypress?
Leylands will reach 50 to 60 feet tall.
How tall can you buy Leyland cypress trees?
Planting: Leyland Cypresses grow to heights of 50 feet with a canopy that can spread out to about 25 feet. If you want a taller hedge, screen or windbreak, young trees shoul...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:55:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is flaky oak veneer?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-flaky-oak-veneer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-flaky-oak-veneer.html</guid><description>What is flaky oak veneer?
Quarter sawn white oak veneer, also known as quarter cut heavy flake white oak wood veneer or tiger flake white oak veneer, is typically a straw colored light tan-brown to a creamy beige wheat color.
Is white oak veneer real wood?
White oak veneer is wheat colored to a ligh...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:54:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How cold can raspberry plants survive?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-cold-can-raspberry-plants-survive.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-cold-can-raspberry-plants-survive.html</guid><description>How cold can raspberry plants survive?
As a result of a mild frost, the cold hardiness of woody plants can increase by 6 to 10 degrees within 24 hours. By early November raspberries can withstand about 1°F and by early December they can survive -10°F to -35°F depending on the variety.
Can you grow r...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:50:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is meaning of saving tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-meaning-of-saving-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-meaning-of-saving-tree.html</guid><description>What is meaning of saving tree?
Trees produces oxygen that is life line of all living beings. Its time to SAVE Trees, protect forests and spread awareness. If you want to save trees, you can help by protecting those that grow around your home, and planting more Trees. Reduce the use of paper product...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:41:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you tell if a tree has a disease?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-tell-if-a-tree-has-a-disease.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-tell-if-a-tree-has-a-disease.html</guid><description>How do you tell if a tree has a disease?
11 Signs That Your Tree Has Disease, Insects, Mites or is Just Downright Unhealthy
Distorted Foliage.
Stippled Dull Foliage.
White Spots on Trees &amp;amp; Shrubs.
Cottony White Masses.
Leaf Spots on Tree or Shrub Leaves or Needles.
Yellowing of Foliage.
S...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:40:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the average height of a magnolia tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-average-height-of-a-magnolia-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-average-height-of-a-magnolia-tree.html</guid><description>What is the average height of a magnolia tree?
Magnolias range from 8-foot multi-stemmed shrubby trees to specimens 70 feet tall, with a horizontal spread of 50 feet. Magnolias can be found to fit nearly every garden.
How long does it take for a magnolia tree to reach full height?
Considerations Whe...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:32:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall and wide does a holly tree get?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-and-wide-does-a-holly-tree-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-tall-and-wide-does-a-holly-tree-get.html</guid><description>How tall and wide does a holly tree get?
Flower Color: White Special Features: Variegated foliage This showy holly plant takes the form of a large evergreen shrub, with a mature height of between 15 and 25 feet. The foliage grows from dark purple stems, and is small, glossy, and very spiny, like a h...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:32:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to have an oak tree trimmed?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-have-an-oak-tree-trimmed.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-have-an-oak-tree-trimmed.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to have an oak tree trimmed?
The average cost of oak tree trimming is $637, but it will depend on the size of your tree, its location on your property, plus how much needs to be pruned. The range of price you can expect to pay would be $125 – $1700.
How much should a tree trimm...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:27:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where is Newburyport on the north shore of Massachusetts?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-is-newburyport-on-the-north-shore-of-massachusetts.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/where-is-newburyport-on-the-north-shore-of-massachusetts.html</guid><description>Where is Newburyport on the north shore of Massachusetts?
The city is part of Massachusetts’ North Shore; Newburyport was laid out on the elevated south bank of the Merrimack River between the river and Newbury marshes.
What was the population of Newburyport in 2010?
The population was 17,416 at t...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:25:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you control woolly aphids?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-control-woolly-aphids.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-control-woolly-aphids.html</guid><description>How do you control woolly aphids?
If desired, you can spot treat where the aphids are most abundant using insecticidal soap or neem oil. You can also prune out and destroy infested branches when feasible. When chemical control is deemed necessary, woolly aphid insecticides such as acephate (Orthene)...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:24:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the balls on pine trees?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-balls-on-pine-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-balls-on-pine-trees.html</guid><description>What are the balls on pine trees?
Galls (tumor like growths) form along the stems or branches of pine trees. These galls are: Woody, round, oblong or irregularly shaped. At first, galls are pea size (1/4 inch) but can grow to the size of a grapefruit (4 inches across).
What falls from pine trees in ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:21:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my pencil pines dying?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-pencil-pines-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-pencil-pines-dying.html</guid><description>Why are my pencil pines dying?
Also known as Cypress canker, it is caused by a Seiridium fungus (usually S. cardinale), and is often a swift and deadly disease to a range of Conifers, Junipers and Pencil pines. The disease affects the vessels that carry liquids from the roots up to the canopy, causi...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:15:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are injection therapies?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-injection-therapies.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-injection-therapies.html</guid><description>What are injection therapies?
Injection therapy is a form of pain management in which a qualified pain physician utilizes corticosteroids and other injections to help relieve pain in a patient.
What is acupoint injection therapy?
Acupuncture point injection therapy is a combination of acupuncture an...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:13:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do cherry tree leaves turn yellow in fall?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-cherry-tree-leaves-turn-yellow-in-fall.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-cherry-tree-leaves-turn-yellow-in-fall.html</guid><description>Do cherry tree leaves turn yellow in fall?
Yellowing of the current season’s leaves at the bottom of the tree is a telltell sign of verticillium wilt. The infection spreads upward, infecting twigs and branches, causing them to die. The yellow leaves drop and by fall, leaving only the upper leaves of...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:11:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of spider mites on Blue Spruce?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-spider-mites-on-blue-spruce.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-get-rid-of-spider-mites-on-blue-spruce.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of spider mites on Blue Spruce?
You can treat spider mites with insecticidal soaps and horticultural oils, but these treatments can have an undesirable side effect. They remove the silvery-blue pigment that gives blue spruce its color. A safer option is to spray spruce trees weekl...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:10:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is Beech Tree invasive?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-beech-tree-invasive.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-beech-tree-invasive.html</guid><description>Is Beech Tree invasive?
Beech Trees Are Thriving American beech is a natural part of these forests, not an invasive species, and it does have key roles to play in its native habitats. Yet it’s only one part of those ecosystems, and may be ill-equipped to fill voids left by the struggles of other tre...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:10:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a weeping cherry tree to mature?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-weeping-cherry-tree-to-mature.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-weeping-cherry-tree-to-mature.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a weeping cherry tree to mature?
Weeping cherry trees grow quickly during the spring and summer months, and after a few years, a young tree can reach heights of over 10-feet. Give it a few more years, and you’ll have to deal with a 25-foot monster that’s challenging to cut ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:06:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are these things on my oak tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-these-things-on-my-oak-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-these-things-on-my-oak-tree.html</guid><description>What are these things on my oak tree?
These ‘weird little balls’ are called galls, which are plant tissue growths caused by exposure to small doses of hormone-like chemicals, which are produced by the gall makers. The gall makers can be many different things – but usually it is insects that cause th...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:04:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many pictures are there of my house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-many-pictures-are-there-of-my-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-many-pictures-are-there-of-my-house.html</guid><description>How many pictures are there of my house?
Browse 5,773,856 house stock photos and images available, or search for house exterior or house icon to find more great stock photos and pictures.
Where can I get photos of my doors?
Browse through our picture collection of awesome door images. Doors in eve...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:03:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best blue spruce?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-blue-spruce.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-best-blue-spruce.html</guid><description>What is the best blue spruce?
Colorado blue spruce
Picea pungens If you want an impressive tree with beautiful color, then the Colorado blue spruce is an exceptional choice for your landscape. In addition to the Christmas decor, this tree makes an excellent piece throughout the year.
How much is a 8...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:03:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast does a Crimson King Norway maple grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-does-a-crimson-king-norway-maple-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-does-a-crimson-king-norway-maple-grow.html</guid><description>How fast does a Crimson King Norway maple grow?
Crimson King has the same general form as the species, but is very slow growing but can be expected to attain the same size of the normal Norway maple in 35 to 40 years.
How fast does a crimson red maple grow?
Annual Growth A moderate or medium growt...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:59:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can I move a 4 year old apple tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-i-move-a-4-year-old-apple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-i-move-a-4-year-old-apple-tree.html</guid><description>Can I move a 4 year old apple tree?
Transplanting of bare-root semi-mature fruit trees should only be attempted in the winter when the tree is dormant. As a general rule, do not expect the tree to grow or fruit in the year after planting, as it will take at least a year or more for it to recover and...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:54:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the official website of San Bernardino County?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-is-the-official-website-of-san-bernardino-county.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/which-is-the-official-website-of-san-bernardino-county.html</guid><description>Which is the official website of San Bernardino County?
Welcome to CountyDirect, your source for live and on-demand video access to San Bernardino County meetings, events, and informational presentations. CountyDirect is a public service provided by the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors as ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:49:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why has my tree not bloomed yet?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-has-my-tree-not-bloomed-yet.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-has-my-tree-not-bloomed-yet.html</guid><description>Why has my tree not bloomed yet?
There are many possible reasons for flowering trees failing to bloom. The trees may not have received sufficient water. You may have pruned the tree at the wrong time (homeowners sometimes remove branches containing the very buds that would have become flowers the ne...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:49:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat jasmine fungus?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-jasmine-fungus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-treat-jasmine-fungus.html</guid><description>How do you treat jasmine fungus?
Hear this out loudPauseTreating jasmine plant diseases from fungal issues requires a fungicide or baking soda and water spray. Prevention is more crucial because once the fungal spores are active, they are difficult to get rid of.
How do you treat powdery mildew on j...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:33:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When to prune orange trees so you get no fruit?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-to-prune-orange-trees-so-you-get-no-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/when-to-prune-orange-trees-so-you-get-no-fruit.html</guid><description>When to prune orange trees so you get no fruit?
If you do decide to prune this citrus tree, plan to do so just prior to bloom time or just after fruit set. For instance, in warmer regions, prune in the spring between February and April; in cooler areas, delay the pruning until late February or March...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:25:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you revive an ash tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-revive-an-ash-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-you-revive-an-ash-tree.html</guid><description>How do you revive an ash tree?
There are four EAB treatment options: soil injection, trunk injection, bark spray or canopy spray. Used most often, soil and trunk injections get to the root of the problem by targeting the borers tunneling inside the tree.
What’s wrong with my ash tree?
Ash trees have...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:25:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can an oak tree be topped?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-an-oak-tree-be-topped.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-an-oak-tree-be-topped.html</guid><description>Can an oak tree be topped?
Firstly, yes – oak trees can be topped. HOWEVER, ‘topping’ IS NOT a recommended practice for any tree, regardless of species or size. The subject of ‘topping’ trees is especially controversial along community right-of-ways.
What happens if you top an oak tree?
Topping an o...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:23:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes leaves to curl and turn black?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-causes-leaves-to-curl-and-turn-black.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-causes-leaves-to-curl-and-turn-black.html</guid><description>What causes leaves to curl and turn black?
Hot air, especially sudden rises in temperature, can leach all the moisture out of your plants and cause blackened leaves. At first, you will see the leaves and stems brown and shrivel. Continued rapid moisture loss will then cause the leaves to go black.
W...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:20:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is the Chamberlain House in Paradise Street demolished?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-the-chamberlain-house-in-paradise-street-demolished.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-the-chamberlain-house-in-paradise-street-demolished.html</guid><description>Is the Chamberlain House in Paradise Street demolished?
Nobody will mourn the loss of the neighbouring Chamberlain House earlier this year or the future demolition of its sister box, The Copthorne Hotel – never mind Fletchers Walk off Paradise Street which was also crunched this year.
When was Nova ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:19:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there any portable sawmills in Ontario Canada?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-there-any-portable-sawmills-in-ontario-canada.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-there-any-portable-sawmills-in-ontario-canada.html</guid><description>Are there any portable sawmills in Ontario Canada?
Rockwood sawmills is introducing to Ontario, two mills that make short work out of any soft or hard wood that you can throw at them. Both are offered in a ground mount or a trailer mount model with a tough 14 hp Kohler engine in manual or electric s...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:10:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can I prune a maple tree in summer?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-i-prune-a-maple-tree-in-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-i-prune-a-maple-tree-in-summer.html</guid><description>Can I prune a maple tree in summer?
Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring. You can also prune in the summer if you want to slow the growth of certain branches. This is done to shape the tree, and get rid of any defective or dead branches. Don’t prune your maple trees in the fall.
How...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:02:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast do paulownia trees grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-do-paulownia-trees-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-fast-do-paulownia-trees-grow.html</guid><description>How fast do paulownia trees grow?
This shade tree grows rapidly adding 15 feet each year to reach a mature height of 50 feet and width of 30 feet in just 10 years. It is considered one of the fastest growing trees in the world.
How big do paulownia trees get?
30 meters tall
Paulownia is a genus of a...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:59:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are sprinklers necessary?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-sprinklers-necessary.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/are-sprinklers-necessary.html</guid><description>Are sprinklers necessary?
The system is susceptible to underground leaks and can be damaged by lawn mowers hitting the sprinkler heads. And it requires ongoing maintenance, such as blowing out the water in the lines in the fall to prevent the pipes from freezing and cracking in the winter. But for s...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:59:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do oak trees grow in upstate NY?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-oak-trees-grow-in-upstate-ny.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/do-oak-trees-grow-in-upstate-ny.html</guid><description>Do oak trees grow in upstate NY?
Red oak is the dominant tree species in these forests. On 3.8% of the forested land in New York, the forest is 20-50% red oak. Red oak is a major component in these forests. You’ll see some of this area in the Adirondacks.
Where do red oaks grow best?
Native Sites Re...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:44:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is pine tree good for front yard?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-pine-tree-good-for-front-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/is-pine-tree-good-for-front-yard.html</guid><description>Is pine tree good for front yard?
Pine trees are a timeless landscaping option that looks great just about anywhere. In certain landscapes, they create an almost mystical and cozy vibe. Their needles also give off a unique and pleasant aroma. Since pine trees are evergreen, they will provide lush, v...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:43:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are there no fruit on my lime tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-there-no-fruit-on-my-lime-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-there-no-fruit-on-my-lime-tree.html</guid><description>Why are there no fruit on my lime tree?
This could be due to a lack of phosphorus, as fertilizers heavy in nitrogen but low in phosphorus will result in lots of leafy growth but no flowers or fruit. Heat is also important. Limes need warmer temperatures than other citrus trees in order to fruit. Wat...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:34:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can I plant Leyland cypress in March?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-i-plant-leyland-cypress-in-march.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-i-plant-leyland-cypress-in-march.html</guid><description>Can I plant Leyland cypress in March?
Plant Leyland cypress bare-root, balled and burlapped, and container-grown trees in late winter or early spring. Trees that have been grown in their containers for one year or less can be planted at any time during the growing season.
What months do Leyland cypr...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:24:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a dying juniper look like?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-a-dying-juniper-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-does-a-dying-juniper-look-like.html</guid><description>What does a dying juniper look like?
Cutting under cankered bark usually reveals discolored tissue, which may have a well-defined margin separating it from healthy tissue. When cankers entirely circle (girdle) stems or trunks, foliage turns yellow or brown and wilts as the plant dies outward or upwa...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:17:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much water do apricot trees need?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-water-do-apricot-trees-need.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-much-water-do-apricot-trees-need.html</guid><description>How much water do apricot trees need?
The trees will need an inch (2.5 cm.) of water weekly, especially during bloom and fruiting. Use a drip irrigation system to avoid wet leaves, flowers and fruit. Be sure your apricot tree care includes thinning of the fruit once it comes in; thin the fruits to 1...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:16:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How close can you plant a queen palm to a house?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-close-can-you-plant-a-queen-palm-to-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-close-can-you-plant-a-queen-palm-to-a-house.html</guid><description>How close can you plant a queen palm to a house?
20 feet
The minimum spacing required for a grouping of queen palms is no less than 20 feet. One of the main reasons for this spacing dimension is the canopy’s spread; the fronds stretching out from the palm’s heart can grow to 25 feet wide.
How Big Do...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:10:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I know what type of lemon tree I have?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-know-what-type-of-lemon-tree-i-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-do-i-know-what-type-of-lemon-tree-i-have.html</guid><description>How do I know what type of lemon tree I have?
Look for moderately seedy, large orange-sized fruits to identify the Meyer lemon tree. Meyer lemon trees are small with spreading crowns, nearly thornless and produce fruits that are more orange-colored in the rinds and pulp. Meyer lemons are dwarf trees...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:08:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does a Poinciana take to grow?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-a-poinciana-take-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/how-long-does-a-poinciana-take-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does a Poinciana take to grow?
Because it’s grown from seed, it can take 10 years or more to flower. Apply dolomite in autumn, and six weeks later some phosphatic fertiliser, which usually encourages a shy poinciana to produce flowers.
How long does it take a royal poinciana tree to mature ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:01:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Who are the members of the London tree Officers Association?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/who-are-the-members-of-the-london-tree-officers-association.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/who-are-the-members-of-the-london-tree-officers-association.html</guid><description>Who are the members of the London tree Officers Association?
This is a joint effort between the London Tree Officers Association (LTOA), Ana Macias of Arbocity and Stephen Sheppard from the Collaborative for Advanced Landscape Planning, Faculty of Forestry, University of British Columbia.
How does t...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 16:55:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my pecans not developing?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-pecans-not-developing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-are-my-pecans-not-developing.html</guid><description>Why are my pecans not developing?
Probable Causes for Nuts Failing to Fill Failure of nuts to fill is caused mainly by insect and disease damage to leaves and an inadequate number of leaves. Drought also causes failure to fill, if it occurs late in the growing season.
How can you tell if a pecan tre...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 16:51:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why has my pear tree got brown spots on the leaves?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-has-my-pear-tree-got-brown-spots-on-the-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/why-has-my-pear-tree-got-brown-spots-on-the-leaves.html</guid><description>Why has my pear tree got brown spots on the leaves?
Pear rust spots are the result of the fungal infection, gymnosporangium sabinae. The spots are bright orange and as they mature, the underside of the leaf develops a bulky growth from which protrude tiny “fingers” – it’s from these that the fungus ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 16:50:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you plant cypress near House?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-plant-cypress-near-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/can-you-plant-cypress-near-house.html</guid><description>Can you plant cypress near House?
However, while it is a fast-growing and attractive garden plant, you should probably keep it away from your house’s foundation. Its fast growth could interfere with power lines, and the plant could experience soil drainage problems.
How close can you plant cypress t...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 16:47:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the benefits of planting a gingko tree?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-benefits-of-planting-a-gingko-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-are-the-benefits-of-planting-a-gingko-tree.html</guid><description>What are the benefits of planting a gingko tree?
They are also known to be pest resistant and drought resistant.The gingko leaf has become a symbol of strength, bringing inspiration and comfort. While the gingko tree is not regulated or sanctioned by the FDA, it has been reported that the tree seeds...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 16:44:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the definition of detail in English?</title><link>https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-definition-of-detail-in-english.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://drupal-staging.valleymetro.org/what-is-the-definition-of-detail-in-english.html</guid><description>What is the definition of detail in English?
English Language Learners Definition of detail (Entry 2 of 2) : to state particular facts or information about (something) : to describe or discuss the details of (something) US : to thoroughly clean (a car) in an attempt to make it look new formal : to c...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 16:42:52 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>