Backyard Gardeners

Good Long Lasting Weed & Grass Killer

Hi, I have been using Spectracide from Lowes for years. However, it doesn't last as long as it use to. When I sprayed g...

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posted by jaugustine

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Where did my toadstool go?

I had a pine tree in my yard cut down a year or two ago, and the stump ground, but I didn't have the roots pulled. A we...

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posted by NONONOmisc07

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chain saw chains

I have several chain saw chains made by Oregon. Some say made in Canada, some assembled in China with US parts, and som...

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posted by rmowery42

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Dead group? If not, a question... Homemade bird repellant

Anyone tried these methods? https://www.thayerbirding.com/homemade-bird-repellent-spay-to-keep-birds-away/ Im leaning t...

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posted by cletus.emmett.wheelwelker

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Sealing the Deal: A Guide to Repairing T-111 Siding on Your Garden Shed

My 10x14 garden shed needs some siding repair. The exterior is T-111 all in good shape except the right side (when faci...

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posted by foxofthedragon

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Fig tree pruning - or leave alone?

I have two fig trees I planted late last year. These are planted in zone USDA 6A, and it is probably in a fringe zone f...

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posted by t2000kw

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How to Keep Cats from Ruining Your Box Hedges: Tips and Tricks for a Beautiful Garden

I have some lovely box hedges and a couple of balls. I cannot take credit. The previous owner planted them and brought...

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posted by Wannabegardener

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Eradicating Food Source

What is the most efficient compound to spread on lawns to kill worms and grubs? Did the search and seems to be differing...

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posted by foxofthedragon

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2,4-D makes lawn yellow

I applied 2,4-D (55 w/w%, 50 cc/gal) and sprayed on my lawn. My intension was to kill broad leaves weeds such as wood s...

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posted by yky3883

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How to Care for Bloodgood Japanese Maples After Cold Snap Damage: Tips for Recovery and Prevention

I live in the mid south area of the country, about as far south as Dallas. I have a couple of the above trees planted o...

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posted by Ken

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How to Get Rid of Palm Tree Sprouts in Your Flower Bed: Tips for Removal and Prevention

I have palm tree sprouts growing in my flower bed is there a way to get rid of them?  

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posted by RICCK

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Fish Emulsion and Yellowing Plants: How to Avoid Over-Fertilizing with Natural Fertilizers

I was wondering if I'm using too much fish emulsion on plants, they turn yellow after foliage feeding them.

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posted by Kevin

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Growing Galahad Tomatoes in a Bucket: Tips for a Thriving Plant

Is it ok to grow just one plant? Some plants don't seem to grow well unless there are two of them. Also, will this grow...

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posted by dboland9

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mixing old coffee grounds in garden soil?

Some people say mixing old coffee grounds into garden soil makes it better for growing plants. Is this actually a good o...

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posted by fy247

2 comments posted 5yrs posted by fy247

Is pine tree dead?

I have a pine tree whose branches have died for the bottom 25 feet, but which is alilve with needles and cones for the...

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posted by NONONOmisc07

2 comments posted 5yrs posted by NONONOmisc07