<?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://vault.crisfranklin.com.br</link><description>Connected.Informed.Engaged.</description><language>en-us</language><lastBuildDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:57:02 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>What is the safest way to get rid of dandelions?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-safest-way-to-get-rid-of-dandelions.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-safest-way-to-get-rid-of-dandelions.html</guid><description>What is the safest way to get rid of dandelions?
Scuff And Spray Works The best time to spray dandelions is in the fall, because this is when plants are naturally shifting materials from leaves to roots for winter storage. Weedkiller applied in fall moves directly to roots, which helps get rid of da...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:21:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you remove plant stains from pots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-remove-plant-stains-from-pots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-remove-plant-stains-from-pots.html</guid><description>How do you remove plant stains from pots?
White vinegar is a great cleaning tool. Pour some white vinegar into a spray bottle and apply it to the stain (if you don’t have a spray bottle, you can pour it directly on the stain). Allow the vinegar to react to the stain before scrubbing and then rinsing...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:20:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is ivy bad for ash trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-ivy-bad-for-ash-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-ivy-bad-for-ash-trees.html</guid><description>Is ivy bad for ash trees?
Many people wonder will ivy damage trees? The answer is yes, eventually. Ivy damages the bark as it climbs and will eventually overtake even a mature tree, weakening branches through its weight and preventing light from penetrating leaves.
Is it bad to have ivy growing on t...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:19:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do I need two Fuyu persimmon trees to get fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-i-need-two-fuyu-persimmon-trees-to-get-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-i-need-two-fuyu-persimmon-trees-to-get-fruit.html</guid><description>Do I need two Fuyu persimmon trees to get fruit?
American persimmons are not usually self-pollinating, but some named varieties are. If you choose a native seedling however, you will need a second tree to get a good harvest.
What is wrong with my persimmon tree?
Diseases in persimmon trees also incl...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:12:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you replant a plant that has been uprooted?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-replant-a-plant-that-has-been-uprooted.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-replant-a-plant-that-has-been-uprooted.html</guid><description>Can you replant a plant that has been uprooted?
How to Replant an Uprooted Plant. When a plant has been uprooted, you must act quickly and decisively in order to save it. First, inspect the rootball carefully for breaks and damage. If the roots are white and relatively intact, your plant is healthy,...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:11:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I identify the type of grass in my lawn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-identify-the-type-of-grass-in-my-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-identify-the-type-of-grass-in-my-lawn.html</guid><description>How can I identify the type of grass in my lawn?
These steps to grass identification can help you narrow the field, identify your lawn grass, and put you and your lawn on the path to success: Your location provides the first clue to your grass type. Just like landscape shrubs and flowers, lawn grass...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:07:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What time of year do Japanese maples grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-time-of-year-do-japanese-maples-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-time-of-year-do-japanese-maples-grow.html</guid><description>What time of year do Japanese maples grow?
Autumn is the best time to plant a Japanese Maple. Ideally, you should plant at least a month before the ground freezes, so it has time for some root growth before winter. But if you find yourself planting late, don’t worry. Your tree will wait patiently un...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:01:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Who is the host of Gardeners Question Time?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/who-is-the-host-of-gardeners-question-time.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/who-is-the-host-of-gardeners-question-time.html</guid><description>Who is the host of Gardeners Question Time?
Kathy Clugston hosts this week’s gardening Q&amp;amp;A with a panel of experts. Kathy Clugston hosts the horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts.
Where can I ask a question about gardening?
You can ask your question on this page, and we’...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:01:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why was standard measurement created?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-was-standard-measurement-created.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-was-standard-measurement-created.html</guid><description>Why was standard measurement created?
As industry and trade expanded across the world, the need became dire for a single standardized system of measurement. If trade was to flourish, a unified system was necessary to create balance across the various industries and subsequently the world.
What is th...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:57:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you put between bricks on a walkway?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-put-between-bricks-on-a-walkway.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-put-between-bricks-on-a-walkway.html</guid><description>What do you put between bricks on a walkway?
Shovel a thin layer of masonry sand or stone dust over the top of the bricks. Using a large push broom, sweep the sand into the joints between the bricks (as shown). Wet the path with a hose to settle the sand, then brush more wet sand into the cracks unt...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:57:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you fix over watered strawberries?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-fix-over-watered-strawberries.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-fix-over-watered-strawberries.html</guid><description>How do you fix over watered strawberries?
Wilted, overwatered plants are not always a lost cause.
Move your plant to a shady area even if it is a full-sun plant.
Check your pot for proper drainage and, if possible, create additional air space around the roots.
Water only when the soil is dry to t...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:56:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What evergreen shrubs do well in clay soil?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-evergreen-shrubs-do-well-in-clay-soil.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-evergreen-shrubs-do-well-in-clay-soil.html</guid><description>What evergreen shrubs do well in clay soil?
ANSWER:
Artemisia californica (Coastal sagebrush) is an evergreen shrub and will grow in clay.
Arctostaphylos glandulosa (Eastwood’s manzanita) is an evergreen shrub and will grow in clay.
Arctostaphylos manzanita (Whiteleaf manzanita) is an evergreen s...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:41:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take to grow a mature pine tree to harvest for wood?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-to-grow-a-mature-pine-tree-to-harvest-for-wood.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-to-grow-a-mature-pine-tree-to-harvest-for-wood.html</guid><description>How long does it take to grow a mature pine tree to harvest for wood?
However, by 25 to 30 years old, most pine trees are considered mature enough to be harvested for their wood. Sometimes, though, a pine tree will be allowed to grow for as long as 50 years before the wood is harvested, because the ...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:40:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you use paver base between pavers?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-use-paver-base-between-pavers.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-use-paver-base-between-pavers.html</guid><description>Can you use paver base between pavers?
Joint sand: This sand is only used if you have gaps between your pave stones. You can use All-Purpose/Leveling/Paver sand or Polymeric sand, which permanently adheres the paving stones together.
How thick should base be for pavers?
Accurately Measure Required...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:36:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is stone dust a good base for pavers?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-stone-dust-a-good-base-for-pavers.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-stone-dust-a-good-base-for-pavers.html</guid><description>Is stone dust a good base for pavers?
Also called rock dust, stone dust is more prone than sand to settling and drainage problems when used as a base beneath walkway or patio pavers. A proper base material can be compacted easily; however, due to stone dust’s powdery nature, it does not compact as w...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:28:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my new plant leaves dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-new-plant-leaves-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-new-plant-leaves-dying.html</guid><description>Why are my new plant leaves dying?
Plants naturally use and lose water through their tissues each day. Leaf tips turn brown when that lost water can’t be replaced for some reason. This includes providing the plant with too much water, too little water or too much fertilizer. Root damage or distress ...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:25:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is a condemning authority?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-a-condemning-authority.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-a-condemning-authority.html</guid><description>What is a condemning authority?
Condemning Authority – This term refers to a government or private entity that has the power to take private property by eminent domain.
What is a legal condemnation action?
A condemnation action is a lawsuit where a government is exercising eminent domain to procur...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:20:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I make my lush lawn thicker?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-make-my-lush-lawn-thicker.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-make-my-lush-lawn-thicker.html</guid><description>How do I make my lush lawn thicker?
6 Natural Ways to Grow a Lush Lawn
Water less often. When you do, make sure you do it long enough to penetrate 6 inches into the soil.
Let your grass grow tall.
Stop beetles from settling in.
Leave grass clippings on the lawn.
“Overseed” to fill in existing b...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:17:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you need forms for concrete?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-need-forms-for-concrete.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-need-forms-for-concrete.html</guid><description>Do you need forms for concrete?
A square foot of conventional concrete weighs about 150 pounds, and a typical concrete project may require hundreds to thousands of square feet of concrete to be placed at one time. All that weight needs to be held back by concrete forms, which is why most forms are m...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:17:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long after spraying weeds do they die?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-after-spraying-weeds-do-they-die.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-after-spraying-weeds-do-they-die.html</guid><description>How long after spraying weeds do they die?
This is why most weed killers are designed to evaporate within 24 to 78 hours. This means that for the most part, it is safe to plant anything, edible or non-edible, in a place where you have sprayed weed killer after three days. If you want to be extra sur...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:15:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What a landscaper needs to know?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-a-landscaper-needs-to-know.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-a-landscaper-needs-to-know.html</guid><description>What a landscaper needs to know?
10 Things You Must Know About Landscaping
Tip 2: Install a Simple Irrigation System.
Tip 3: Add Some Mulch.
Tip 4: You Need Good Soil.
Tip 5: Keep Things in Groups.
Tip 6: Keep Your Yard Colorful.
Tip 7: Make Sure There is Drainage.
Tip 8: Consider the Amount ...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:09:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you sow grass seed in March?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-sow-grass-seed-in-march.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-sow-grass-seed-in-march.html</guid><description>Can you sow grass seed in March?
For best results, lawn seed should be sown in spring (from March to May) or early autumn (September to mid October), when the soil is moist and warm. Before laying a new lawn, take some time to think about the part it will play in your overall garden layout.
Is March...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:05:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you care for a newly transplanted tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-care-for-a-newly-transplanted-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-care-for-a-newly-transplanted-tree.html</guid><description>How do you care for a newly transplanted tree?
Here are a few key points to remember:
Keep the root ball moist, but not soaked.
Apply the water over the root ball and the planting area, not on the trunk.
Use an open-ended garden hose or tree watering bag (such as Treegator).
Water every 2-3 days ...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:05:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many leaves does a 100 year old oak tree have?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-leaves-does-a-100-year-old-oak-tree-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-leaves-does-a-100-year-old-oak-tree-have.html</guid><description>How many leaves does a 100 year old oak tree have?
How many leaves are there on a mature oak tree? It depends on the tree’s species and age, but a mature, healthy tree can have 200,000 leaves.
What is the lifespan of an oak tree?
Lifespans of Common Trees in Virginia
Common Name
Scientific Name
...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:50:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does peach leaf curl affect other plants?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-peach-leaf-curl-affect-other-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-peach-leaf-curl-affect-other-plants.html</guid><description>Does peach leaf curl affect other plants?
Peach leaf curl will not affect your apple, orange, mandarin or lime trees, but will affect peach and nectarine trees. Peach leaf curl is caused by the fungus Taphrina deformans. These conidia are carried to other parts of the tree by rain and wind, where th...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:38:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many different types of Iris are there?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-different-types-of-iris-are-there.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-different-types-of-iris-are-there.html</guid><description>How many different types of Iris are there?
The Iris flowers have 260 to 300 species that vary in forms, shapes, sizes and colors that include purple, lavender, white, yellow, orange, pink, blue and brown. The variety of colors produced among the flowers have led to a wealth of meanings.
What kind o...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:32:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What USDA zone is North Carolina in?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-usda-zone-is-north-carolina-in.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-usda-zone-is-north-carolina-in.html</guid><description>What USDA zone is North Carolina in?
There are three zones (6, 7, 8) in North Carolina that increase as you move east across the state. Most of the mountains are in zone 6, while the piedmont and the northeastern coastal plain region are in zone 7. The southeast area of the state is in zone 8.
Where...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:30:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my lawn suddenly turning brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-lawn-suddenly-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-lawn-suddenly-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why is my lawn suddenly turning brown?
Grass can turn brown if the soil’s pH is too high, meaning the soil is too acidic. You can test the pH and add the nutrients, like lime or sulfur, which will correct the pH balance. But in extreme cases, you may need to replace the grass and soil altogether.
Ho...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:24:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat grape vine disease?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-grape-vine-disease.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-grape-vine-disease.html</guid><description>How do you treat grape vine disease?
11 tips to beat grape fungal diseases
Apply dormant sprays to reduce inoculum levels.
Cut it out.
Open up that canopy.
Don’t let down your defenses.
Scout early, scout often.
Use protectant and systemic fungicides.
Consider fungicide resistance.
Watch the...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:15:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat Marssonina leaf spots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-marssonina-leaf-spots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-marssonina-leaf-spots.html</guid><description>How do you treat Marssonina leaf spots?
How can I manage this on my trees? To manage the disease, rake up fallen leaves in the autumn and dispose or compost. If there is a history of severe infestations, the fungicides Daconil may be used in the spring beginning at budbreak. Fungicides are of no val...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:09:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What time of year do you trim a tulip tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-time-of-year-do-you-trim-a-tulip-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-time-of-year-do-you-trim-a-tulip-tree.html</guid><description>What time of year do you trim a tulip tree?
These trees should be pruned in fall after the leaves have dropped or in early spring, before the sap starts to flow (March). If needed, a few small branches can be removed in summer after the leaves have reached full size.
How do you take a cutting from a...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:06:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you do if you think you have been misdiagnosed?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-do-if-you-think-you-have-been-misdiagnosed.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-do-if-you-think-you-have-been-misdiagnosed.html</guid><description>What do you do if you think you have been misdiagnosed?
If you believe you have been misdiagnosed for a mental illness, it’s important to first talk to a mental health professional about your concerns. From here, you can ask for a second opinion if you’re not sure about the treatment or diagnosis su...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:58:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long can you leave grapefruit on the tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-can-you-leave-grapefruit-on-the-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-can-you-leave-grapefruit-on-the-tree.html</guid><description>How long can you leave grapefruit on the tree?
Once harvested, grapefruit keeps well when refrigerated, up to two or three weeks in a crisper drawer of a refrigerator. High humidity helps fruit last longer. If you have your own backyard grapefruit tree, you can store grapefruit right on the tree for...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:58:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you paint a straight line around a room?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-paint-a-straight-line-around-a-room.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-paint-a-straight-line-around-a-room.html</guid><description>How do you paint a straight line around a room?
11 Tips to Paint Perfectly Straight Lines
Use an Angled Brush. If you are going to try to paint a straight line with just a brush, be sure that it is an angled brush.
Don’t Put Too Much Paint on the Brush.
Draw the Lines.
Use an Edger.
Keep the Ed...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:55:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can tomatoes grow in morning sun?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-tomatoes-grow-in-morning-sun.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-tomatoes-grow-in-morning-sun.html</guid><description>Can tomatoes grow in morning sun?
For healthy growth, tomato plants require at least 8 hours of direct sunlight a day. However, the hours of sunlight do not need to be consecutive. This means that tomatoes can be grown successfully in both morning and afternoon sun as long as the number of hours add...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:53:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the tools used in watering?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-tools-used-in-watering.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-tools-used-in-watering.html</guid><description>What are the tools used in watering?
7 Watering Tools That Will Solve Your Dry Yard Problems
Lightweight Hose. Nothing makes watering more of a hassle than having to lug around a bulky, heavy hose.
Bright Hose Nozzle. Get more out of your hose with an attachable head.
Slow Drip Irrigation.
Water...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:53:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is wrong with my mulberry tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-wrong-with-my-mulberry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-wrong-with-my-mulberry-tree.html</guid><description>What is wrong with my mulberry tree?
Mulberry trees can suffer from two main diseases – fungal leaf spot and bacterial leaf spot. The brown spots on the foliage of your mulberry plant may be indicative of fungal leaf spot. Bacterial blight on mulberry trees is a more serious problem because it affec...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:53:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the black stuff on my oak tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-black-stuff-on-my-oak-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-black-stuff-on-my-oak-tree.html</guid><description>What is the black stuff on my oak tree?
Sooty Mold of Oak Trees Sooty mold is a fungal disease spread to oak trees by aphids and scale insects; it causes black spots to appear on the live leaves. Over time, the black spots will spread to cover the entire leaf as the disease progresses and releases m...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:49:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes AC drain to back up?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-ac-drain-to-back-up.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-ac-drain-to-back-up.html</guid><description>What causes AC drain to back up?
As indoor air circulates through the evaporator coil, dust, dirt and other airborne particles can be trapped by moisture. Build-up of this debris can be carried off as condensate drains from the coil. Over time, it can become trapped in your condensate drain line, ca...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:49:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are pecan trees worth money?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-pecan-trees-worth-money.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-pecan-trees-worth-money.html</guid><description>Are pecan trees worth money?
He figures a mature pecan tree is worth $2,500 to $2,850. He estimates the direct costs of buying and growing the original tree to age 12, when the value of the tree’s production equals the cost to produce the nuts, at $309.
How much does a mature pecan tree cost?
How mu...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:47:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where can I get an IU East degree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-can-i-get-an-iu-east-degree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-can-i-get-an-iu-east-degree.html</guid><description>Where can I get an IU East degree?
We are an Indiana University campus right here in Richmond, so students can get an IU degree in their region. An IU East degree holds just as much weight as a degree from IU Bloomington does. Except you’re getting a degree at the fraction of the cost as you would a...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:46:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is plum tree going brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-plum-tree-going-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-plum-tree-going-brown.html</guid><description>Why is plum tree going brown?
Normally only around 50% of the plums are affected. As the plums wither they turn brown and fall off. The disease is caused by the fungus Taphrina pruni and affects plum and damson trees.
How do you know when a plum tree is dying?
Phytophthora root rot will cause a plum...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:44:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How often should I water my lawn in Sacramento?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-often-should-i-water-my-lawn-in-sacramento.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-often-should-i-water-my-lawn-in-sacramento.html</guid><description>How often should I water my lawn in Sacramento?
Watering is allowed one day per week, on Saturday or Sunday, at any time of day. No weekday watering is permitted. People are encouraged to turn off their sprinklers completely during the wet season.
How often should I water my lawn Bay Area?
Lawns, th...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:44:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you care for a weeping willow tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-care-for-a-weeping-willow-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-care-for-a-weeping-willow-tree.html</guid><description>How do you care for a weeping willow tree?
Leave a 3- to 4-inch space between the trunk and the mulch. Water your weeping willow regularly during dry weather if it isn’t near a pond, creek or other consistent water source. Keeping the soil moist, but not soggy, at all times results in the tree’s bes...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:29:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you identify a leak?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-identify-a-leak.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-identify-a-leak.html</guid><description>How do you identify a leak?
Locate your water meter and check the leak indicator to see if it is moving. Depending on the brand of your meter, the leak indicator could be a small triangular shaped dial or a small silver wheel that rotates when water is flowing through the meter. If the dial is movin...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:16:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you fill the bottom of a planter with?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-fill-the-bottom-of-a-planter-with.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-fill-the-bottom-of-a-planter-with.html</guid><description>What do you fill the bottom of a planter with?
Light Materials If you have an especially big planter to fill, light, bulky materials are your best bet. Examples include plastic drink containers, milk jugs, crushed soda cans, foam packing materials and plastic or foam take-out containers.
Do planters...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:08:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of grass is in Baltimore Maryland?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-grass-is-in-baltimore-maryland.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-grass-is-in-baltimore-maryland.html</guid><description>What kind of grass is in Baltimore Maryland?
Each grass type has different pros and cons but all of the following varieties would be a good choice to use for your lawn in the Baltimore, Maryland area. 1. Tall Fescue. This cool season grass is the best choice if you want a long-lasting green lawn.
Wh...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:02:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you transplant a Mexican Fence Post Cactus?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-transplant-a-mexican-fence-post-cactus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-transplant-a-mexican-fence-post-cactus.html</guid><description>How do you transplant a Mexican Fence Post Cactus?
Water the cactus thoroughly. For columnar cactuses such as Mexican fence post (Stenocereus marginatus), hardy in USDA zones 9b through 11, stake the plant if it is more than 5 feet tall until it has rooted back in. Remove the soil from the roots. Pl...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:02:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What percent should soil moisture be?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-percent-should-soil-moisture-be.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-percent-should-soil-moisture-be.html</guid><description>What percent should soil moisture be?
Generally, soil moisture will range from 10% to 45%, but can be higher during and after watering. The water in your soil is stored on the surface of the soil particles, as well as in the pores, which are holes or gaps between individual soil particles.
What is g...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:42:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is a mature cottonwood tree worth?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-mature-cottonwood-tree-worth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-mature-cottonwood-tree-worth.html</guid><description>How much is a mature cottonwood tree worth?
The cottonwoods averaged about $30 a tree. Some are big and some are small, maybe 2 ft. They’re beautiful trees, those stately cottonwoods.
Why is my cottonwood tree weeping?
Next, see if you can find any signs of the trunk weeping or oozing gross stuff....</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:41:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to remove a tree from a house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-remove-a-tree-from-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-remove-a-tree-from-a-house.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to remove a tree from a house?
Tree Removal Cost The average cost to remove a tree ranges from $100 to $1,800 with most homeowners spending about $700. For small trees up to 30 feet high you can expect to spend $250, for trees between 30 and 60 feet prices range from $300 to $7...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:41:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there different grades of driveway asphalt?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-different-grades-of-driveway-asphalt.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-different-grades-of-driveway-asphalt.html</guid><description>Are there different grades of driveway asphalt?
There are two different types of asphalt that are used for driveways. There is a 41A, also known as a driveway mix, and there is a 41b type. There is a big difference in the two types of asphalt.
What is a reasonable driveway slope?
Slope and Width I...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:40:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get rid of magnolia scale insects?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-rid-of-magnolia-scale-insects.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-rid-of-magnolia-scale-insects.html</guid><description>How do I get rid of magnolia scale insects?
To control magnolia scale, remove and destroy heavily-infested branches. Treat with a contact insecticide (horticultural oil, insecticidal soap, other synthetic insecticide) or a systemic insecticide (imidacloprid) in late August or early September.
How do...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:33:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is not domain?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-not-domain.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-not-domain.html</guid><description>What is not domain?
Simply put, a not-com is a domain extension that does not end in .com. But, as Google has shown us, there are lots of fun new options available. They range from the professional (. agency) to industry-specific (. photography) to trendy (.
How do I identify my domain?
Use ICANN Lo...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:30:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When can I move my Meyer lemon tree outside?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-can-i-move-my-meyer-lemon-tree-outside.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-can-i-move-my-meyer-lemon-tree-outside.html</guid><description>When can I move my Meyer lemon tree outside?
Mind the Weather: Wait until the temperatures outside stay above 40 to 50 degrees consistently before moving your Meyer Lemon Tree. And ensure the last frost has passed!
When can I move my lemon tree indoors?
Keep it in this location until the nighttime t...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:29:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What should I use to control weeds in my lawn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-i-use-to-control-weeds-in-my-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-i-use-to-control-weeds-in-my-lawn.html</guid><description>What should I use to control weeds in my lawn?
When choosing weed-control products, take into consideration your target weeds, whether they’re still seeds or emerged plants, and the type of lawn grass you grow. Different types of weeds call for different controls, and some Southern lawn grasses, suc...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:27:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long will fake grass last?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-will-fake-grass-last.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-will-fake-grass-last.html</guid><description>How long will fake grass last?
Artificial turf for lawns has a lot of benefits, and the amount of maintenance necessary is far below a normal yard. As long as you take care of your turf, it can last for years, even up to 20 years. This means the answer to how long does artificial turf last, can rang...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:15:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the response for thank you?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-response-for-thank-you.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-response-for-thank-you.html</guid><description>What is the response for thank you?
What is the best response to a thank you? The best response to a thank you is ‘you’re welcome’, which fits every occasion.
What can I say besides you’re welcome?
Alternatives to Saying ‘You’re Welcome’ in a Text or Direct Message
“The pleasure is all mine.”
“It...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:14:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do cedar trees love water?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-cedar-trees-love-water.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-cedar-trees-love-water.html</guid><description>Do cedar trees love water?
Cedar trees are drought tolerant but thrive better with a regular watering schedule. Newly transplanted, young cedar trees require more watering than established or older trees.
What is the importance of a cedar tree?
Strength. The size and longevity of the cedar tree symb...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:11:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What ratio is 2 oz to 1 gallon?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-ratio-is-2-oz-to-1-gallon.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-ratio-is-2-oz-to-1-gallon.html</guid><description>What ratio is 2 oz to 1 gallon?
Dilution Ratios Concentrate to Water*
1:4
32 ounces per gallon
4 ounces per gallon
1:8
16 ounces per gallon
3 ounces per gallon
1:10
13 ounces per gallon
2 ounces per gallon
1:12
11 ounces per gallon
1 ounce per gallon
1:16
8 ounces per gallon
2/3 of an ounc...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:08:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes moles to suddenly appear in your yard?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-moles-to-suddenly-appear-in-your-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-moles-to-suddenly-appear-in-your-yard.html</guid><description>What causes moles to suddenly appear in your yard?
The main reason that moles invade your yard is to search for food. Their primary food sources are earthworms, grubs, and lawn insects. To help limit the moles’ food supply, use products labeled to control grubs, ants, mole crickets, and other lawn i...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:05:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What should a gardener question?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-a-gardener-question.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-a-gardener-question.html</guid><description>What should a gardener question?
The 10 Most Common Gardening Questions Answered
How Can I Find Good Design Inspiration?
How Often Should I Water My Plants?
Are Cheap Plants More Likely To Die?
What Are The Best Plants For Pots?
How Do I Tell What Kind Of Soil I have?
My Garden Doesn’t Get Any...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:04:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best treatment for tree fungus?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-tree-fungus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-tree-fungus.html</guid><description>What is the best treatment for tree fungus?
Fungicides will help kill the fungi in question, but they are one part of a larger procedure. Generally, treatment entails pruning the tree and removing broken and dead branches. At this point, you can apply fungicide, but not all fungicides are alike.
Can...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:02:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you keep geraniums over the winter?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-keep-geraniums-over-the-winter.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-keep-geraniums-over-the-winter.html</guid><description>How do you keep geraniums over the winter?
Geraniums only need to be kept frost free, so are very economical to overwinter in the greenhouse. However, we do recommend using a heater to ensure temperatures stay above freezing. If your heater has a thermostat, set it at 5°C or 41°F. If the stems get f...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:00:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I keep my yard weeds free?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-keep-my-yard-weeds-free.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-keep-my-yard-weeds-free.html</guid><description>How do I keep my yard weeds free?
Keep up with a proper lawn maintenance schedule to help keep your lawn weed-free.
In the fall, seed your lawn and aerate if necessary.
Give your turf one last short mow and fertilization treatment before winter.
Come spring, start fresh with pre-emergent and hand p...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:00:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to have someone build a pond?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-have-someone-build-a-pond.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-have-someone-build-a-pond.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to have someone build a pond?
Pond Construction Costs by Type
Pond Type
Expense
Factors Affecting Cost
Swimming
$50 per square foot
Depth, liner, labor.
Farm
$2,000 – $10,000
Liner, labor, size, fish.
Backyard
$50 – $5,160
Liner, labor, size.
Lake
$3,000 – $8,200 per ...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:55:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get a mango tree to fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-a-mango-tree-to-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-a-mango-tree-to-fruit.html</guid><description>How do you get a mango tree to fruit?
Hear this out loudPauseIncrease Sunlight and Air Drainage Mangoes must have a full-sun location in order to flower and fruit. The tree also fruits best if it gets some air flow. If your mango is not fruiting, check its location and exposure.
Is the fruit produce...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:53:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is a straw hut made of?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-a-straw-hut-made-of.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-a-straw-hut-made-of.html</guid><description>What is a straw hut made of?
Straw-bale construction is a building method that uses bales of straw (commonly wheat, rice, rye and oats straw) as structural elements, building insulation, or both. This construction method is commonly used in natural building or “brown” construction projects.
Who live...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:51:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is my ginkgo tree dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-my-ginkgo-tree-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-my-ginkgo-tree-dying.html</guid><description>Is my ginkgo tree dying?
Leaf scorch is caused by a bacteria that causes gingko leaves to turn brown and fall off the tree. Although the tree may grow normal leaves the following year, the disease will reappear on new branches. Over a period of several year, all the leaves will eventually turn brown...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:43:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is there sawdust at the bottom of my tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-there-sawdust-at-the-bottom-of-my-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-there-sawdust-at-the-bottom-of-my-tree.html</guid><description>Why is there sawdust at the bottom of my tree?
Unlike termites, an insect that does eat wood, carpenter ants excavate tiny bits of wood that look like course sawdust. Piles of sawdust deposited by carpenter ants can often be found at the base of the tree. The fact that you see them wandering out of ...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:40:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall is a 10 year old magnolia tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-is-a-10-year-old-magnolia-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-is-a-10-year-old-magnolia-tree.html</guid><description>How tall is a 10 year old magnolia tree?
Magnolias are medium to rapid growers —a cucumber tree (Magnolia acuminate), hardy from USDA zones 3 through 8, can grow over 25 feet tall in 10 years —about as fast as a silver maple (Acer saccharinum), hardy from USDA zones 3 through 9.
How many feet does a...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:39:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many cats are left in the world 2021?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-cats-are-left-in-the-world-2021.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-cats-are-left-in-the-world-2021.html</guid><description>How many cats are left in the world 2021?
In 2021 alone, more than 110 pets have died from being poisoned from pet food that has since been recalled. There are more than 900 million dogs around the world, and their population continues to grow. Around 600 million cats are living on the planet.
How m...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:30:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What to do if you find mushrooms on your lawn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-to-do-if-you-find-mushrooms-on-your-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-to-do-if-you-find-mushrooms-on-your-lawn.html</guid><description>What to do if you find mushrooms on your lawn?
If you have mushrooms growing on your lawn, you may want to get rid of them. First, you should know that mushrooms tend to grow in areas with rotting wood. Before you can get rid of the mushrooms, you’ll first need to deal with the decaying wood.
Are th...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:29:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do Royal Empress trees lose their leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-royal-empress-trees-lose-their-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-royal-empress-trees-lose-their-leaves.html</guid><description>Do Royal Empress trees lose their leaves?
When leafed out, empress tree’s shade is so dense, grass and other plants can’t grow beneath it. Leaves drop with regularity, meaning ongoing cleanup or smothered grass below.
How fast does Royal Empress tree grow?
That’s because empress tree is, in fact, on...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:27:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I block neighbors view of my yard?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-block-neighbors-view-of-my-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-block-neighbors-view-of-my-yard.html</guid><description>How do I block neighbors view of my yard?
10 Ways to Block Neighbors View of Your Backyard
Staggered Wooden Boards. Photo by Andrew Drake.
Hedges for Privacy. Photo by Nancy Andrews.
Layered Privacy Plantings.
Container Gardens for Deck Privacy.
Fences and Walls.
Stone Wall Topped with Fencing...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:17:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my irrigation not working?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-irrigation-not-working.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-irrigation-not-working.html</guid><description>Why is my irrigation not working?
One of the most common problems is a clogged nozzle. Other times the nozzle may be irreversibly damaged, so a new one is needed. If cleaning or replacing the nozzle doesn’t fix the problem, the next place to look is at the actual head. In these cases, your sprinkler...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:17:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a lemon tree survive in shade?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-lemon-tree-survive-in-shade.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-lemon-tree-survive-in-shade.html</guid><description>Can a lemon tree survive in shade?
Citrus will grow best in a site that is protected from strong winds. Grow your Citrus in the full sun; lemons will grow in part shade.
Does a lemon tree prefer sun or shade?
Lemon trees also require full sunlight for adequate growth. While lemon trees can tolerat...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:05:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I repair my lawn after killing weeds?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-repair-my-lawn-after-killing-weeds.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-repair-my-lawn-after-killing-weeds.html</guid><description>How do I repair my lawn after killing weeds?
How to Care For a Lawn That Has Brown Spots After Applying Weed Killer
Remove as much of the dead grass and and other debris from the brown spot as you can.
Mow the area around the bare spot so the grass is less than 1 inch tall.
Add a 1-inch layer of ...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:03:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you prune Abutilon?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-prune-abutilon.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-prune-abutilon.html</guid><description>Do you prune Abutilon?
Abutilon plants are showy perennials with maple-like leaves and bell-shaped flowers. They are often called Chinese lanterns because of the papery blossoms. Another common name is flowering maple, because of the lobed leaves. Trimming abutilon is essential to their continued he...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:02:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do fertilizer Spikes really work?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-fertilizer-spikes-really-work.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-fertilizer-spikes-really-work.html</guid><description>Do fertilizer Spikes really work?
They are actually designed to be hammered into the ground. Although fertilizer spike manufacturers may claim that the spikes take the guesswork out of fertilizing, that claim is true only up to a point. The spikes work, but you still have to calculate how much ferti...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:02:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my rose buds curling?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-rose-buds-curling.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-rose-buds-curling.html</guid><description>Why are my rose buds curling?
Curling petals on roses (Rosa) can be disturbing to gardeners, because it’s often an indication that the rose isn’t healthy. Rose petals may curl in response to insect infestations, disease or cultural conditions. However, they may also curl simply because they do so na...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the bottoms of my arborvitae dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-bottoms-of-my-arborvitae-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-bottoms-of-my-arborvitae-dying.html</guid><description>Why are the bottoms of my arborvitae dying?
Excessive water will cause the plant to have root rot, thus destroying the plant’s ability to nourish itself. The plant will brown from the bottom up and die. If conditions are too dry, plant roots are still unable to nourish the plant. Here are a few tips...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:58:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much do waiters earn in South Africa per hour?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-do-waiters-earn-in-south-africa-per-hour.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-do-waiters-earn-in-south-africa-per-hour.html</guid><description>How much do waiters earn in South Africa per hour?
The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in South Africa is 57 ZAR. This means that the average Waiter / Waitress in South Africa earns approximately 57 ZAR for every worked hour.
How much do Spur waiters earn in South Africa?
Spur Steak Ranch Jobs by...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:56:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How old does a red bud have to be to bloom?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-does-a-red-bud-have-to-be-to-bloom.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-does-a-red-bud-have-to-be-to-bloom.html</guid><description>How old does a red bud have to be to bloom?
4-6 years
Normally redbud trees begin to bloom within 4-6 years of age, which is younger than many flowering trees. Other than sunlight as a factor, if it is growing really fast, sometimes it is staying in a more juvenile stage and putting on foliage inste...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:40:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does fixing a divot mean?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-fixing-a-divot-mean.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-fixing-a-divot-mean.html</guid><description>What does fixing a divot mean?
A “nice divot” is a divot that is sheared off very cleanly and thinly and remains in one piece. To create a divot is called “taking a divot.” Replacing your divot is also called “fixing a divot” or “repairing a divot.”
Should you repair divots?
Properly repairing divot...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:39:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat curly leaves on a plum tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-curly-leaves-on-a-plum-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-curly-leaves-on-a-plum-tree.html</guid><description>How do you treat curly leaves on a plum tree?
If necessary, use dormant season chemical treatments of horticultural oil. Severe aphid infestations require growing season applications of a leaf curl plum aphid treatment such as neem oil, imidacloprid, pyrethrins, or non-toxic insecticidal soap.
Why a...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:37:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I find out the name of a flower?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-find-out-the-name-of-a-flower.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-find-out-the-name-of-a-flower.html</guid><description>How can I find out the name of a flower?
Identify plants and flowers when you upload a picture or take a photo with your phone. Learn the scientific names and different varieties, and find similar flora. The photos you provided may be used to improve Bing image processing services.
Where can I downl...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:03:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of vegetables do companion plants like?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-vegetables-do-companion-plants-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-vegetables-do-companion-plants-like.html</guid><description>What kind of vegetables do companion plants like?
Radish – Radishes are cheerful little plants that get along with most vegetables, including carrots, beets, parsnips and spinach. Many gardeners think companion planting radishes and lettuce makes radishes more tender.
What kind of plants can you pla...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:01:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are trees good for property value?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-trees-good-for-property-value.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-trees-good-for-property-value.html</guid><description>Are trees good for property value?
Trees Increase Property Value In short, the proximity of healthy, beautiful trees directly affects property value. Good tree cover increased property prices by about 7 percent in residential areas and 18 percent for building lots. Quality landscapes with healthy tr...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:00:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why did my plum tree suddenly die?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-did-my-plum-tree-suddenly-die.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-did-my-plum-tree-suddenly-die.html</guid><description>Why did my plum tree suddenly die?
Really sudden plant death can be caused by gas – either a leak from a man-made gas supply or a natural emission (mainly in volcanic terrain). Such a gas leak would probably also kill adjacent plants. If only the plum tree is affected, and there are other plants adj...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:59:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are common tree diseases?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-common-tree-diseases.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-common-tree-diseases.html</guid><description>What are common tree diseases?
The following list are some tree ailments that you may encounter, but infestations and disease will vary from location to location.
Anthracnose. Anthracnose is one of the leading plant diseases in trees and shrubs.
Apple Scab.
Cedar Rusts.
Diplodia Tip Blight.
Dot...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:58:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you plant the whole shallot bulb?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-plant-the-whole-shallot-bulb.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-plant-the-whole-shallot-bulb.html</guid><description>Do you plant the whole shallot bulb?
You will plant each individual bulb, or head, so separate any bulbs that may arrive attached to one another prior to planting. You may notice that shallots are similar to onions in outer appearance, but inside you will find they have cloves rather than layers, wh...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:57:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do raccoons strip bark from trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-raccoons-strip-bark-from-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-raccoons-strip-bark-from-trees.html</guid><description>Do raccoons strip bark from trees?
It’s true that fox squirrels and gray squirrels strip also bark from trees, and so do raccoons, but don’t forget about another forest dweller: the porcupine. It’s particularly easy to strip the bark from conifer trees in the spring when the bark is relatively lose ...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:48:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you keep cut flowers fresh longer?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-keep-cut-flowers-fresh-longer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-keep-cut-flowers-fresh-longer.html</guid><description>How do you keep cut flowers fresh longer?
Fresh, clean water will keep your cut flowers alive longer. About every two days take the flowers out of the vase and replenish the water. Rinse the vase with warm water to clean it out then fill it to two-thirds with fresh water.
Why would a florist keep cu...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:35:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What depth should a gravel driveway be?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-depth-should-a-gravel-driveway-be.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-depth-should-a-gravel-driveway-be.html</guid><description>What depth should a gravel driveway be?
Keep in mind that you’ll need to install 3 different layers of crushed stone in order to complete the project, and that each layer should be 4-6″ in depth. This means that your driveway should be between 12-18″ deep.
How thick should gravel be laid?
Decorati...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:31:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where do palm trees originate?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-do-palm-trees-originate.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-do-palm-trees-originate.html</guid><description>Where do palm trees originate?
The lineage of palm trees has been traced to regions of India, Northern Africa, regions of Southeast Asia, and the South Pacific Islands. Palm origins will vary depending on the species. The genetics of Coconut Palms, Cocus Nucifera, seem to be split between two opposi...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:25:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big is a 5 gallon pot container?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-is-a-5-gallon-pot-container.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-is-a-5-gallon-pot-container.html</guid><description>How big is a 5 gallon pot container?
5 gallon = 14 dry quarts (15.4L) = 0.54 cu. ft.
How big is an 8 1 2 inch pot?
If you want cubic feet then divide the 402 cubic inches by 1,728 cubic inches per cubic foot and you get .237 cubic feet. The 8 1/2 inch container is listed as being .3 cubic feet; the ...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:14:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do ultrasonic pest repellers work on snakes?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-ultrasonic-pest-repellers-work-on-snakes.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-ultrasonic-pest-repellers-work-on-snakes.html</guid><description>Do ultrasonic pest repellers work on snakes?
Unlike other snake repellent products, Pest Control Ultrasonic Pest Repellent doesn’t use granules or sprays, just electricity. It produces “bionic, electromagnetic, and ultrasonic waves” that disturb and disorient snakes and other household pests.
What w...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:14:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can plumeria be kept small?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-plumeria-be-kept-small.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-plumeria-be-kept-small.html</guid><description>Can plumeria be kept small?
Pruning plumerias to keep them small Plumerias planted in the garden can grow 18 to 24 inches (45 to 60 cm) a year so regular pruning is essential to keep them small and compact. Potted plumerias are slower growing than trees planted in the garden but they’ll also benefit...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:13:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take to propagate cuttings?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-to-propagate-cuttings.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-to-propagate-cuttings.html</guid><description>How long does it take to propagate cuttings?
Rooting will generally occur in 3-4 weeks but some plants will take longer. When the roots are 1-2 inches long or longer the cutting is ready to be potted up.
Can roses grow from cuttings?
Despite their reputation for being finicky, most roses are simple ...</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:07:02 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>