<?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>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:44:15 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>Is it better to remove old mulch before adding new?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-better-to-remove-old-mulch-before-adding-new.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-better-to-remove-old-mulch-before-adding-new.html</guid><description>Is it better to remove old mulch before adding new?
For an annual bed, remove old mulch before you till the soil and add compost. If you’re applying mulch to a perennial bed, you might be tempted to just add a new layer of mulch on top, but this can cause rot, nutrient starvation, and plant death. R...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:39:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is the rise of solo living a sign of fragmentation?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-the-rise-of-solo-living-a-sign-of-fragmentation.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-the-rise-of-solo-living-a-sign-of-fragmentation.html</guid><description>Is the rise of solo living a sign of fragmentation?
In all of these situations, living alone is something that each person, or family, experiences as the most private of matters, when in fact it is an increasingly common condition. When there is a public debate about the rise of living alone, commen...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:39:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do trees grow better with mulch?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-trees-grow-better-with-mulch.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-trees-grow-better-with-mulch.html</guid><description>Do trees grow better with mulch?
Research has proven that, over time, a mulch ring placed 3 to 6 feet around the tree can almost double the growth rate of the tree. Mulching decreases competition from the grass. Grass robs water and nutrients from the tree’s root development and delays its establish...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:36:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is it like to live in Charlotte?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-it-like-to-live-in-charlotte.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-it-like-to-live-in-charlotte.html</guid><description>What is it like to live in Charlotte?
Living in Charlotte offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Charlotte there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Charlotte and residents tend to lean liberal. ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:35:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you remove circling roots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-remove-circling-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-remove-circling-roots.html</guid><description>How do you remove circling roots?
Removing a girdling root growing over a main root using a hand saw. After removal, the main root below is uncovered and can grow normally. Lower trunks sometimes crack when a large stem girdling root is present. Cut this cedar root now and remove as much as possible...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:34:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What USDA zone is Minnesota?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-usda-zone-is-minnesota.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-usda-zone-is-minnesota.html</guid><description>What USDA zone is Minnesota?
USDA Zone 4
The most recent cold hardiness zone map was released in 2012 and most of Minnesota is in USDA Zone 4, which means the extreme low temperature in the zone gets to between -20 F and -30 F.
What is my plant zone?
Zone 2 the tablelands of south east Queensland,...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:33:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where does the Pinus patula tree grow in Mexico?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-does-the-pinus-patula-tree-grow-in-mexico.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-does-the-pinus-patula-tree-grow-in-mexico.html</guid><description>Where does the Pinus patula tree grow in Mexico?
Pinus patula, commonly known as patula pine, spreading-leaved pine, or Mexican weeping pine, and in Spanish as pino patula or pino llorón, (patula Latin = spreading) is a tree native to the highlands of Mexico. It grows from 24° to 18° North latitude ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:31:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What every arborist needs?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-every-arborist-needs.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-every-arborist-needs.html</guid><description>What every arborist needs?
You’ll find arborists using saddles, helmets, radios, gloves to help grip, saw protective clothing, eye protection, straps, and spurs. Also look out for ascenders, descenders, eye slings, tails, more carabiners, and pulleys, and more. A lot of the tools used for rigging ar...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:20:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What falls from an oak tree in the spring?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-falls-from-an-oak-tree-in-the-spring.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-falls-from-an-oak-tree-in-the-spring.html</guid><description>What falls from an oak tree in the spring?
A • The “tassels” that drop from oak trees are called catkins, and they are the spent male flowers whose purpose is to shed pollen that is carried by the wind to female flowers. If pollination occurs, then the female flowers will develop into the acorns tha...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:16:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do ash trees live for?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-ash-trees-live-for.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-ash-trees-live-for.html</guid><description>How long do ash trees live for?
Ash trees can live to a grand old age of 400 years – even longer if coppiced, the stems traditionally providing wood for firewood and charcoal.
Are ash trees alternate?
Ash trees DO NOT display staggered or ALTERNATE branching pattern. NO! Note: Buds and limbs of ash ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:14:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When should I buy grape vines?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-should-i-buy-grape-vines.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-should-i-buy-grape-vines.html</guid><description>When should I buy grape vines?
Grapevines should be planted in early spring after the date of the last hard freeze has past. Vines are usually purchased as dormant, bare-root plants. Most grape varieties are self-fertile. To be sure, ask when you are buying vines if you will need more than one plant...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:06:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to get rid of groundhogs without harming them?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-get-rid-of-groundhogs-without-harming-them.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-get-rid-of-groundhogs-without-harming-them.html</guid><description>How to get rid of groundhogs without harming them?
5 Natural Ways To Get Rid of Groundhogs 1 Epsom salts sprinkled near or around the burrow entrances or exits will keep the groundhog away. 2 Castor oil poured in and around the burrow holes can be an effective way to discourage them… 3 Human hair cl...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:05:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the tall pine trees called?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-tall-pine-trees-called.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-tall-pine-trees-called.html</guid><description>What are the tall pine trees called?
Sugar Pine Tree (Pinus lambertiana) Also called the sugar cone pine, this massive tree is the tallest species of pine in the world. Sugar pines also have the longest cones of any tree in the Pinaceae family. This pine species gets its common name from the sweet r...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:04:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much water does a Monterrey oak tree need?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-water-does-a-monterrey-oak-tree-need.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-water-does-a-monterrey-oak-tree-need.html</guid><description>How much water does a Monterrey oak tree need?
We recommend laying two to three inches of mulch around the base of the oak tree to keep it from drying out. Watering: Young oak trees need regular watering. Do not overwater them. Once the tree has matured, water about once a month, do not water more t...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:02:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What should I plant in front of a brick house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-i-plant-in-front-of-a-brick-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-i-plant-in-front-of-a-brick-house.html</guid><description>What should I plant in front of a brick house?
Plants with green foliage usually look good against red brick buildings, Russell says. “The reason for this is because red and green are complementary colors on the color wheel,” she says. “I often use evergreen plants with green foliage, like boxwoods,...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do wild strawberries last?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-wild-strawberries-last.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-wild-strawberries-last.html</guid><description>How long do wild strawberries last?
Wild strawberries produce one or more clusters of flowers. The wild strawberry flower, which is white, normally begins blooming in late spring or early summer and lasts about one to two months. These blooms are followed by the familiar red strawberries.
Can you di...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:57:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you tell if someone poisoned your tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-tell-if-someone-poisoned-your-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-tell-if-someone-poisoned-your-tree.html</guid><description>Can you tell if someone poisoned your tree?
The first thing you’ll notice is the leaves drying out and curling up. But unlike in the fall the leaves will still be green. Then the leaves will start to fall off until there’s no more on the tree. By this time it’s certain the tree has been poisoned.
Ho...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:57:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I run electricity to my pond?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-run-electricity-to-my-pond.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-run-electricity-to-my-pond.html</guid><description>How do I run electricity to my pond?
Run PVC conduit for the wire, from your electrical box at the supply end to the area of the pond where you want an electrical feed. I suggest that you use wire which is rated for wet conditions. Any supply house sells this conduit and wire. A 14 guage wire can ha...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:54:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do hackberry trees fall over?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-hackberry-trees-fall-over.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-hackberry-trees-fall-over.html</guid><description>Do hackberry trees fall over?
The hackberry is a native tree that appears similar to the American elm tree. It is a fast grower and maintains a vase shape that is ideal for providing shade around homes. While the galls cause no permanent damage, they cause trees to begin shedding their leaves in lat...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:52:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you do with tree branches after a storm?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-do-with-tree-branches-after-a-storm.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-do-with-tree-branches-after-a-storm.html</guid><description>What do you do with tree branches after a storm?
Remove any broken branches still attached to the tree. If done properly, it will minimize the risk of decay agents entering the wound. Smaller branches should be pruned at the point where they join larger ones. Large branches that are broken should be...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:50:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why do Banksia leaves turn yellow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-banksia-leaves-turn-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-banksia-leaves-turn-yellow.html</guid><description>Why do Banksia leaves turn yellow?
Plants need iron to produce chlorophyll, and it’s the chlorophyll that makes the leaves green. When the plant can’t absorb iron the leaves become yellow like this banksia.
How do you save a plant whose leaves are turning yellow?
Houseplant Help: How to Save a Plant...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:31:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How high should a raised flower bed be?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-high-should-a-raised-flower-bed-be.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-high-should-a-raised-flower-bed-be.html</guid><description>How high should a raised flower bed be?
The most popular height for raised beds is 11″. (This is the height of two standard “2 x 6″ boards, which actually measure 1.5″ x 5.5”.) This height provides sufficient drainage for most crops. For best results, there should be another 12″ or more of good soil...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:24:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a patio be laid with no movement?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-patio-be-laid-with-no-movement.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-patio-be-laid-with-no-movement.html</guid><description>Can a patio be laid with no movement?
The sub-base should have been compacted in layers. If no mortar has been used (likely) then the slabs rely on the bed beneath them being solid with no movement . Any reputable installer would guarantee his work (for a period of time) but sounds like a shoddy cow...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:22:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do white pines grow in clay soil?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-white-pines-grow-in-clay-soil.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-white-pines-grow-in-clay-soil.html</guid><description>Do white pines grow in clay soil?
Several pines (Pinus spp.) grow in clay soil, including the white pine (P. strobus), a conical evergreen that reaches 80 feet tall. All of these pines thrive in full sun to partial shade exposures and prefer acidic soil.
Do pine trees grow well in clay soil?
Clay ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:17:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is installing artificial turf difficult?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-installing-artificial-turf-difficult.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-installing-artificial-turf-difficult.html</guid><description>Is installing artificial turf difficult?
Installing artificial turf is not an elaborate process, but it is very labor-intensive, so if you choose to do so, get ready to roll up your sleeves and put in some elbow grease!
Can artificial turf be installed directly on dirt?
Can you lay artificial grass ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:07:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I worry about tree falling on house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-worry-about-tree-falling-on-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-worry-about-tree-falling-on-house.html</guid><description>Should I worry about tree falling on house?
If you think your trees are changing, or you see any of the major warning signs above, they could be “hazard trees” — trees likely to fall and destroy what’s near them — like your house. This is a good time to call a certified arborist.
Who is responsible ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:07:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do companies decide who to hire?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-companies-decide-who-to-hire.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-companies-decide-who-to-hire.html</guid><description>How do companies decide who to hire?
The hiring manager will usually hold a meeting to review the ideal candidate profile and to charge the committee. Each member of the screening committee will have their preferences for the qualifications and qualities of the candidate, given how they intersect wi...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:59:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do any poisonous plants look like mint?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-any-poisonous-plants-look-like-mint.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-any-poisonous-plants-look-like-mint.html</guid><description>Do any poisonous plants look like mint?
Stinging Nettle This is an herbaceous perennial plant that looks a little like mint, except it’s taller, doesn’t taste minty, and will sting the hell out of you.
What plant looks like mint?
Lemon Balm
Sometimes referred to as Melissa or Sweet Melissa, Lemon Ba...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:53:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I permanently get rid of grass?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-permanently-get-rid-of-grass.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-permanently-get-rid-of-grass.html</guid><description>How do I permanently get rid of grass?
Permanent Weed and Grass Killer Spray A non-selective weed killer, such as Roundup, is a great option for killing weeds and grass permanently. The Glyphosate in Roundup works by infiltrating the plant through the leaves. From there, it attacks all plant systems...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:52:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the Best Picture of a moving house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-best-picture-of-a-moving-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-best-picture-of-a-moving-house.html</guid><description>Which is the Best Picture of a moving house?
Family New Home Moving Day House Concept. Happy family with two kids playing into new home. Father, mother and children having fun together. Moving house day and Aerial View House, Home Roof Shingles. Aerial view of a house or home showing a closeup detai...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:51:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are evergreen shrubs poisonous to humans?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-evergreen-shrubs-poisonous-to-humans.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-evergreen-shrubs-poisonous-to-humans.html</guid><description>Are evergreen shrubs poisonous to humans?
Many decorative evergreen trees and shrubs and at least one classic evergreen garden vine contain poisonous substances. These include native plants as well as those that have been introduced from around the world. Some of their poisons are mildly toxic.
What...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:41:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is the East Bay a good place to live?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-the-east-bay-a-good-place-to-live.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-the-east-bay-a-good-place-to-live.html</guid><description>Is the East Bay a good place to live?
This island-city attracts many young families for its small-town vibe, affordable housing, small beach areas (yes, beaches!), dog-friendly parks along the shore, good quality schools, and a safe and charming downtown.
What is considered the East Bay area?
The Ea...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:35:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do elephant ear plants come back every year?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-elephant-ear-plants-come-back-every-year.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-elephant-ear-plants-come-back-every-year.html</guid><description>Do elephant ear plants come back every year?
Most elephant’s ears are perennials and will come back every summer in the Lower, Coastal, and Tropical South. Some are perennials in the lower part of the Middle South. They like the soil to be relatively dry in winter.
Why didn’t my elephant ear bulbs g...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:32:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why do people want to live on Long Island?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-people-want-to-live-on-long-island.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-people-want-to-live-on-long-island.html</guid><description>Why do people want to live on Long Island?
There are the obvious reasons like the beaches, its close proximity to New York City without having to feel like you’re living in the hustle and bustle of it, the four changing seasons, and then there are the things you probably didn’t know about the Island...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:32:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can Japanese maples survive winter in a pot?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-japanese-maples-survive-winter-in-a-pot.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-japanese-maples-survive-winter-in-a-pot.html</guid><description>Can Japanese maples survive winter in a pot?
The answer is yes. If you have container plants, winter protection for Japanese maple can be as simple as moving the containers into the garage or porch when icy weather or a heavy snowfall is expected. Potted plant roots freeze much faster than plants in...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:20:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you plant daffodils in the woods?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-plant-daffodils-in-the-woods.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-plant-daffodils-in-the-woods.html</guid><description>Can you plant daffodils in the woods?
At the edge of a woods, early blooming cultivars can be planted as they will receive enough sun to ripen the foliage before the trees mature their foliage. Choose an area where the grass can be left unmowed until foliage has matured. Hillsides are excellent spot...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:16:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do Just Add Ice orchids last?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-just-add-ice-orchids-last.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-just-add-ice-orchids-last.html</guid><description>How long do Just Add Ice orchids last?
four months
One of the joys of owning Just Add Ice Orchids is their long bloom period. These particularly hardy orchids often put forth beautiful displays that can last for as long as four months.
Will store bought orchids rebloom?
The grocery store orchid, c...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:12:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is a sweet gum tree worth?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-sweet-gum-tree-worth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-sweet-gum-tree-worth.html</guid><description>How much is a sweet gum tree worth?
How much is a sweetgum tree worth? Sweetgum is bring about $20/ton on the stump around here. So, a 1.25 ton tree would bring the landowner $25.
Are gum trees valuable?
Sweet gum trees are found throughout the eastern United States. It’s considered a valuable tre...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:08:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How far should a willow tree be from a house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-should-a-willow-tree-be-from-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-should-a-willow-tree-be-from-a-house.html</guid><description>How far should a willow tree be from a house?
For example, a mature willow tree will draw between 50 and 100 gallons of water per day from the ground around it, having a minimum recommended distance from buildings of 18m, but a birch tree, having a far smaller root system, may be planted far closer ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:07:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you bury a large dog in your garden?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-bury-a-large-dog-in-your-garden.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-bury-a-large-dog-in-your-garden.html</guid><description>Can you bury a large dog in your garden?
A pet may be buried in the property that it lived in Therefore it is quite alright to bury in your own garden but you are not allowed to bury your pet in, say, a friend’s garden. Of course having more than one home creates a bit of a grey area and in theory i...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:07:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my pear tree leaves curling?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-pear-tree-leaves-curling.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-pear-tree-leaves-curling.html</guid><description>Why are my pear tree leaves curling?
Bill replies… Leaf curling and red blotches on the pear leaves Barry could quite easily have been caused by the Pear Leaf Blister Mite which, as the name suggests, causes red blisters on the leaves causing the leaves to fall early and the fruit may also be bliste...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is there a simple key to the Pines?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-there-a-simple-key-to-the-pines.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-there-a-simple-key-to-the-pines.html</guid><description>Why is there a simple key to the Pines?
THIS simple key is offered chiefly for the benefit of the amateur gardener who is frequently confronted with keys which he finds unnecessarily complicated. The key is based primarily on foliage characters which, in most cases, can be ob- served without the use...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:57:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of fungus on pine trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-on-pine-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-on-pine-trees.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of fungus on pine trees?
Do not plant young, healthy two- and three-needled pines near older, infected pines. Remove infected twigs to reduce the amount of fungus in the tree. Apply a fungicide beginning as the buds swell in the spring and repeat application until the needles reac...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:55:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my tree losing so many needles?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-tree-losing-so-many-needles.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-tree-losing-so-many-needles.html</guid><description>Why is my tree losing so many needles?
The culprit is probably some type of disease or insect. So, if one-third to one-fourth of the needles on the inner parts of your evergreen tree are falling off, it is probably just a normal sign of aging. Just rake up the dead needles, or better yet, leave them...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:54:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to put in drip irrigation system?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-put-in-drip-irrigation-system.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-put-in-drip-irrigation-system.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to put in drip irrigation system?
A drip irrigation system costs $2,150 per acre on average, with a typical range of $1,800 to $2,500. For a small home garden, it may cost as little as $50 to install. The size of your yard, quality of materials and difficulty of the project fac...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:48:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you water a rectangular lawn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-water-a-rectangular-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-water-a-rectangular-lawn.html</guid><description>How do you water a rectangular lawn?
Long, narrow spaces like boulevards are easiest to water with flat soaker/sprinkler hoses. For square or rectangular areas, it’s hard to beat an oscillating sprinkler. It’s not the most efficient design, but the spray pattern makes it easy to water all the way in...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:46:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of trunk does a sycamore tree have?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-trunk-does-a-sycamore-tree-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-trunk-does-a-sycamore-tree-have.html</guid><description>What kind of trunk does a sycamore tree have?
Older trees often have solid, light gray trunks. Sycamores also go by the names buttonwood or buttonball trees. This comes from the 1-inch balls that hang from the tree all winter and fall to the ground in spring. Each ball hangs on its own stringy 3- to...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:46:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does kindred spirit columnar tree get?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-kindred-spirit-columnar-tree-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-kindred-spirit-columnar-tree-get.html</guid><description>How tall does kindred spirit columnar tree get?
The ‘Kindred Spirit’ tree is more compact than the ‘Fastigiata’ oak tree. This fast-growing deciduous tree only reaches 30 ft. (9 m) and has a spread of 4 ft. (1.2 m). To grow this upright slender tree, you should plant it in full sun in zones 4 throug...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:45:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves of my orchid sticky?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-leaves-of-my-orchid-sticky.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-leaves-of-my-orchid-sticky.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves of my orchid sticky?
Avid gardeners know that sticky substances on plants are oftentimes the secretions, or ‘honeydew,’ of insect pests such as aphids, mealybugs, or scale insects. So, if orchid leaves are sticky, it could simply be attributed to this clear sap, which washes off t...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:22:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does a full grown pear tree cost?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-a-full-grown-pear-tree-cost.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-a-full-grown-pear-tree-cost.html</guid><description>How much does a full grown pear tree cost?
How much does it cost to top a tree?
Size of Tree
National Average Tree Trimming Cost
Shorter than 30 feet
$75 to $450
Between 30 and 60 feet
$150 to $875
Taller than 60 feet
$200 to $1,000
How big is a full grown pear tree?
about 30 ft. tall
A fu...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:17:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I cut off dead tree branches?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-cut-off-dead-tree-branches.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-cut-off-dead-tree-branches.html</guid><description>Should I cut off dead tree branches?
Yes, as you notice dead branches, you should cut them off, if possible, no matter what time of year it might be. This will speed up the healing process and potentially prevent an accident which could hurt someone or damage property.
Should you cut off dead evergr...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:16:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my oak tree dropping leaves in June?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-oak-tree-dropping-leaves-in-june.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-oak-tree-dropping-leaves-in-june.html</guid><description>Why is my oak tree dropping leaves in June?
The leaf drop is an adaptation that allows the trees to shed leaves in summer to reduce the potential for even greater water loss. The fewer leaves, the less water needed to keep them happy and the less water escaping from the soft leaf tissue.
What month ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:09:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can I save my Indian hawthorn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-i-save-my-indian-hawthorn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-i-save-my-indian-hawthorn.html</guid><description>Can I save my Indian hawthorn?
Entire branches and sides of the shrub may follow suit and wilt suddenly. To combat the disease, prune out dead branches and keep the shrub vigorous by watering it regularly. If the entire shrub dies, avoid planting an India hawthorn in the same spot.
Will Indian hawth...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:01:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is a tulip poplar tree worth?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-tulip-poplar-tree-worth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-tulip-poplar-tree-worth.html</guid><description>How much is a tulip poplar tree worth?
Re: tulip poplar value Lumber value on the uppers is around $700-800/Mbf and about the same for veneer. It drops off pretty rapidly after that. 40 trees around your house and an avg dbh of 25″ tells me that either you have a really big house, or you have a fair...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:55:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How old was De La Hoya when he retired?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-was-de-la-hoya-when-he-retired.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-was-de-la-hoya-when-he-retired.html</guid><description>How old was De La Hoya when he retired?
48
The 48-year-old said last August that he planned on ending his retirement. He hasn’t fought since losing to Manny Pacquiao in December 2008, four months before he announced his retirement.
How old is De La Hoya?
48&amp;nbsp;years (February 4, 1973)
Oscar De La ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:55:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I improve my maple tree health?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-improve-my-maple-tree-health.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-improve-my-maple-tree-health.html</guid><description>How can I improve my maple tree health?
Raking up dead leaves is an easy way to support maple tree health. Pruning your maple trees regularly is a good practice. It helps trees stay healthy and live longer by promoting growth and improving their structure. Prune your maple trees in the colder months...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:51:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are plants used in landscape?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-plants-used-in-landscape.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-plants-used-in-landscape.html</guid><description>Why are plants used in landscape?
Landscape plants are those plants which are grown with the objective to beautify our surroundings. In addition to this these plants must serve certain functional, architectural and engineering uses. To provide shelter in pavilion, gazevo, glorietas, etc.
What are so...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:46:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do Japanese maple leaves start green?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-japanese-maple-leaves-start-green.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-japanese-maple-leaves-start-green.html</guid><description>Do Japanese maple leaves start green?
Usually, it is a red or purple cultivar that gradually begins to transform into a green tree, and this can be disappointing if you’ve selected the tree specifically because of its color.
How do I keep my Japanese maple leaves red?
One factor to consider when y...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:43:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do Meyer lemon trees produce lemons every year?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-meyer-lemon-trees-produce-lemons-every-year.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-meyer-lemon-trees-produce-lemons-every-year.html</guid><description>Do Meyer lemon trees produce lemons every year?
Meyer lemon trees will fruit either indoors or outdoors once or twice a year, with especially abundant harvests in fall and winter. If your Meyer lemon tree is located outdoors, pollination should take care of itself.
Are Meyer lemon trees year round?
...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:33:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a diseased dogwood look like?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-diseased-dogwood-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-diseased-dogwood-look-like.html</guid><description>What does a diseased dogwood look like?
Angular gray to brown spots with yellow or dark purple halos form on leaves. Spots can be up to 1/4 inch in diameter. Small dark brown fruiting structures of the fungus are visible within the brown spots. Apply a fungicide to protect new leaves during bud brea...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:22:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why my lime tree is not growing?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-my-lime-tree-is-not-growing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-my-lime-tree-is-not-growing.html</guid><description>Why my lime tree is not growing?
Need for fertilizing lime trees A lack of certain kinds of nutrients can result in a lime tree not producing blossoms and fruit. Fertilizing lime trees means that they need to get a good amount of nitrogen as well as phosphorus and an occasional boost to the acidity ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:21:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can weeping cherry trees grow in Ohio?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-weeping-cherry-trees-grow-in-ohio.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-weeping-cherry-trees-grow-in-ohio.html</guid><description>Can weeping cherry trees grow in Ohio?
Weeping Cherry Native to Japan, these trees have been planted all over the country and have naturalized in parts of Ohio, so they’re bound to do well for you. These dramatic trees thrive in full sun, and, because of their long branches, should not be pruned sho...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:20:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kills wild cherry trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kills-wild-cherry-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kills-wild-cherry-trees.html</guid><description>What kills wild cherry trees?
When trees are to be cut down, a cut stump herbicide treatment is recommended. This method involves spraying the freshly cut surface or stump with concentrated herbicide solution. It is important to treat the cut stump as soon as possible and no longer than one hour aft...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:17:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you fix bark on dogwood trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-fix-bark-on-dogwood-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-fix-bark-on-dogwood-trees.html</guid><description>How do you fix bark on dogwood trees?
Use a sharp knife to cut off any damaged bark. Carefully remove any scraps of bark with your fingers. Cut the bark around the exposed area into an elliptical shape–long and narrow. Generously pour denatured alcohol onto a clean cloth.
How do I know if my dogwood...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:12:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are service berries self pollinating?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-service-berries-self-pollinating.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-service-berries-self-pollinating.html</guid><description>Are service berries self pollinating?
The flowers are hermaphroditic (having both male and female organs) and are pollinated by bees. They are self-fertile and don’t require a partner plant, although the addition of a second species should improve the berry production.
What do service berries grow o...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:06:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the lumps on tree trunks?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-lumps-on-tree-trunks.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-lumps-on-tree-trunks.html</guid><description>What are the lumps on tree trunks?
A burl (American English) or burr (British English) is a tree growth in which the grain has grown in a deformed manner. It is commonly found in the form of a rounded outgrowth on a tree trunk or branch that is filled with small knots from dormant buds.
What are nod...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:04:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you plant Bermuda grass in September in Texas?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-plant-bermuda-grass-in-september-in-texas.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-plant-bermuda-grass-in-september-in-texas.html</guid><description>Can you plant Bermuda grass in September in Texas?
Planting From Seed Since bermuda grass is a warm season grass, it’s best to set out these grass seeds in late spring or early summer, to make sure they will germinate best and get well established before the dormant season begins in late fall. They ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:04:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I plant a silver maple in my yard?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-plant-a-silver-maple-in-my-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-plant-a-silver-maple-in-my-yard.html</guid><description>Should I plant a silver maple in my yard?
Silver maple (Acer saccharinum) is not highly recommended but it is perhaps one of the most common maples planted in cities across the eastern United States and into the prairie states. The tree is easy to plant and grow and quite honestly, it is hard to kil...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:02:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can ash borer trees be saved?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-ash-borer-trees-be-saved.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-ash-borer-trees-be-saved.html</guid><description>Can ash borer trees be saved?
Can ash trees be saved from emerald ash borer? In many cases, yes. Ash conservation efforts are stronger than ever, and treatment options are available to protect trees. In fact, when applied correctly, EAB treatment is 85 to 95 percent effective.
How long does ash bore...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:02:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I Kill my Neighbors bamboo roots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-kill-my-neighbors-bamboo-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-kill-my-neighbors-bamboo-roots.html</guid><description>How do I Kill my Neighbors bamboo roots?
Problem solved! Bamboo is nearly impossible to kill. It should be your neighbors responsibility to keep their plants out of your yard. If they are causing damage to your house then you should tell them about it. Throw salt water on the roots, it works trust m...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:01:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How late can you plant dogwood?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-late-can-you-plant-dogwood.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-late-can-you-plant-dogwood.html</guid><description>How late can you plant dogwood?
Spring tends to be the most popular time to plant dogwood trees, but the late fall serves as a good time to plant them as well. This is because the trees become dormant during late fall.
Do dogwood trees survive in Florida?
Flowering dogwood is a popular tree native t...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:01:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why do I keep getting new spots of poison ivy?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-i-keep-getting-new-spots-of-poison-ivy.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-i-keep-getting-new-spots-of-poison-ivy.html</guid><description>Why do I keep getting new spots of poison ivy?
It may seem like the rash is spreading if it appears over time instead of all at once. But this is either because the plant oil is absorbed at different rates on different parts of the body or because of repeated exposure to contaminated objects or plan...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:58:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you need to know about Oak Tree apartments?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-need-to-know-about-oak-tree-apartments.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-need-to-know-about-oak-tree-apartments.html</guid><description>What do you need to know about Oak Tree apartments?
Every apartment offers a fully-equipped kitchen, generous storage space, an open design, wood-inspired flooring, washer/dryer in-unit, and a patio or balcony to ensure that you’ll love calling Oak Tree Condominium Apartments home! Beyond your apart...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:50:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where are all the fence locations in rdr2?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-are-all-the-fence-locations-in-rdr2.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-are-all-the-fence-locations-in-rdr2.html</guid><description>Where are all the fence locations in rdr2?
Red Dead Redemption 2 where to find a fence
Emerald Ranch Fence. The first fence can be found near the Emerald Ranch and you’ll be introduced to him during the Pouring Fourth Oil mission in Chapter 2.
New Hanover Fence.
Rhodes Fence.
Saint Denis Fence.
...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:50:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it OK to cut down a carrotwood tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-ok-to-cut-down-a-carrotwood-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-ok-to-cut-down-a-carrotwood-tree.html</guid><description>Is it OK to cut down a carrotwood tree?
The carrotwood’s roots seem to be very hungry and grass and other plants have a hard time competing with them (the roots can also ruin sidewalks nearby), so removing it is probably the best option. Some say that the seed pods or the seeds of carrotwood also ki...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:48:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can I sue my neighbor for invasive bamboo?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-i-sue-my-neighbor-for-invasive-bamboo.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-i-sue-my-neighbor-for-invasive-bamboo.html</guid><description>Can I sue my neighbor for invasive bamboo?
So, yes, if you plant bamboo in your yard, typically considered a highly invasive (and hard to eradicate) plant, and it starts growing in your neighbor’s yard, they could sue in small claims court to require you to pay to remove it.
What can I do about my n...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:45:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I fertilize my lawn in the late spring?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-fertilize-my-lawn-in-the-late-spring.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-fertilize-my-lawn-in-the-late-spring.html</guid><description>How do I fertilize my lawn in the late spring?
Timing: Apply late spring lawn fertilizer once between April and June, 6 to 8 weeks after the early spring feeding. If you have purchased the Scotts® Turf Builder® Annual Program, apply the Spring product now. It will help your lawn grow strong roots wh...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:44:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of fungus in the garden soil?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-in-the-garden-soil.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-in-the-garden-soil.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of fungus in the garden soil?
How Do I Get Rid of Fungus in Garden Soil?
Get rid of the sick plants. Once your garden is infected, you can’t save the plants.
Clean up all garden debris at the end of the season.
Rotate your crops.
Plant disease-resistant varieties.
Use a fungi...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:41:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How far from foundation should a maple tree be planted?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-from-foundation-should-a-maple-tree-be-planted.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-from-foundation-should-a-maple-tree-be-planted.html</guid><description>How far from foundation should a maple tree be planted?
A maple or similarly large tree should not be planted 10 feet from a home. Even doing so for shade means the tree should be planted 20 or more feet from the structure.
What trees go well with maple trees?
Tulips, daffodils, snowdrops (Galanthus...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:31:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What to do if your road is too wide for a truck?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-to-do-if-your-road-is-too-wide-for-a-truck.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-to-do-if-your-road-is-too-wide-for-a-truck.html</guid><description>What to do if your road is too wide for a truck?
If your road width is equal to or greater than the width listed on the chart, the truck will be able to reach your site. If your road width is less than the dimension listed on the chart please call the Logistics Coordinator at 800-696-5766 for specia...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:31:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat a curly leaf on a nectarine tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-a-curly-leaf-on-a-nectarine-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-a-curly-leaf-on-a-nectarine-tree.html</guid><description>How do you treat a curly leaf on a nectarine tree?
Just apply a fungicide containing copper hydroxide, right now. Be sure to do a thorough job of it – paying attention to the leaf bud scales and all the nooks and crannies in the bark and for severely affected trees a second application the following...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:31:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What time of year is best for transplanting?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-time-of-year-is-best-for-transplanting.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-time-of-year-is-best-for-transplanting.html</guid><description>What time of year is best for transplanting?
Early spring and fall care are best times for transplanting. Then the weather is cooler and the plants are not using as much water. “However, don’t move or transplant perennials while they are in bloom,” he says. “As a general rule, wait a few weeks after...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:30:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you fix a crumbling retaining wall?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-fix-a-crumbling-retaining-wall.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-fix-a-crumbling-retaining-wall.html</guid><description>How do you fix a crumbling retaining wall?
To repair retaining walls, Thrasher typically recommends either wall anchors or helical tiebacks to restore structural integrity. Both wall repair techniques use a strong steel wall bracket on the exterior of the retaining wall to brace the wall and properl...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:30:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do crabapple trees look like in bloom?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-crabapple-trees-look-like-in-bloom.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-crabapple-trees-look-like-in-bloom.html</guid><description>What do crabapple trees look like in bloom?
Crabapple blooms range in color from white to soft pink, lavender-pink and deep red. Some offer salmon or coral-colored blooms. Their flowers feature single, semi-double and double forms. The flowers of double forms usually last a bit longer than other typ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:29:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big is the average front lawn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-is-the-average-front-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-is-the-average-front-lawn.html</guid><description>How big is the average front lawn?
5,575 square feet
In the United States, residential lawns average 10,871 square feet (or roughly a quarter of an acre). This depends greatly on location. For instance, the average lawn size in California is 5,575 square feet.
What is a good size lawn?
One academi...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:28:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does an American linden grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-an-american-linden-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-an-american-linden-grow.html</guid><description>How tall does an American linden grow?
60 to 80 feet tall
Tree size: American linden grows to 60 to 80 feet tall with a spread of one-half to two-thirds the height at a medium rate.
Are American linden trees fast growing?
Growth rate for lindens is medium; a linden tree gains about 13 to 24 inches a...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:25:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you trim bushes in late summer?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-trim-bushes-in-late-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-trim-bushes-in-late-summer.html</guid><description>Can you trim bushes in late summer?
Bushes that flower in the summer bloom on growth from the current growing season. You can prune these bushes after flowering to improve their shape if you need to; you won’t be removing buds they need for the next growing season, but summer pruning of these shrubs...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:22:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I process a car insurance claim?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-process-a-car-insurance-claim.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-process-a-car-insurance-claim.html</guid><description>How do I process a car insurance claim?
What you need to do to file a car insurance claim
Step 1: Read your Insurance Policy.
Step 2: Secure the accident scene.
Step 3: Document the accident scene.
Step 4: Notify your insurance company.
Step 5: Submit required documents.
Step 6: Letter of Auth...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:06:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my pine trees losing their bark?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-pine-trees-losing-their-bark.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-pine-trees-losing-their-bark.html</guid><description>Why are my pine trees losing their bark?
Bark falls off after frost, which usually happens on the tree’s south or southwest side. Any sudden swing in temperature can make trees shed bark and crack under stress. Bark falls off after excessive heat, which, like frost damage, strips bark down to the wo...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:04:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What spruce tree has soft needles?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-spruce-tree-has-soft-needles.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-spruce-tree-has-soft-needles.html</guid><description>What spruce tree has soft needles?
Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea glauca ‘Conica’) The dwarf Alberta spruce is a unique cultivar of the white spruce, known for its conical shape, soft bright-green needles, and dwarf shrub form.
How to treat needle cast disease of spruce?
Needle cast diseases can be e...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 07:03:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I cancel my lawn care customer?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-cancel-my-lawn-care-customer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-cancel-my-lawn-care-customer.html</guid><description>How do I cancel my lawn care customer?
The best way to cancel a lawn care service is to be firm and not give in. Do it over the phone but also put it in writing via email (that restates everything that was said on the phone, so that you have a written record).
How do I write a letter to cancel my la...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:56:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you identify a strange plant?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-identify-a-strange-plant.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-identify-a-strange-plant.html</guid><description>How do you identify a strange plant?
An easy way to find Strange Plants is to go across the surface with the Spelunker Potion effect, as Strange Plants will be highlighted. Strange Plants can spawn on Floating Islands. Since those may be rarely visited, touring them can often yield several.
Do you t...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:49:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do sugar maple trees drop helicopters?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-sugar-maple-trees-drop-helicopters.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-sugar-maple-trees-drop-helicopters.html</guid><description>Do sugar maple trees drop helicopters?
Red maple -in late spring or early summer and fall. Sugar maple – The samaras have 1-inch wings that ripen from early summer into autumn. About two weeks after samaras mature, sugar maples drop them.
Do maple trees ever stop dropping helicopters?
They produce p...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:45:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How far should cedar trees be planted?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-should-cedar-trees-be-planted.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-should-cedar-trees-be-planted.html</guid><description>How far should cedar trees be planted?
Planting a Cedar Hedge When using cedars as a hedge, space each plant 2-3ft apart (from the trunks). Add an extra foot between plants for ‘Excelsa’. Dig the holes for your plants. Make sure the planting hole is at least twice the width of the rootballs and the ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:45:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it hard to lay flagstone?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-hard-to-lay-flagstone.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-hard-to-lay-flagstone.html</guid><description>Is it hard to lay flagstone?
An Easy Stone Project Without Mortar Dry construction is much easier for do-it-yourselfers because you can build directly on the ground, while mortared stone requires a concrete slab foundation to prevent cracking in the mortar. For a lasting installation, a dry-set ston...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:35:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does Zenith zoysia grass go dormant?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-zenith-zoysia-grass-go-dormant.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-zenith-zoysia-grass-go-dormant.html</guid><description>Does Zenith zoysia grass go dormant?
Dormancy: Zenith is a warm-season grass that, after first frost, goes dormant for the winter. Weed Tolerance: Zoysia’s dense growth can reduce the weed population, but to be sure, use of a pre-emergent herbicide (recom- mended for use on zoysia lawns on the label...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:35:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there different varieties of live oak trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-different-varieties-of-live-oak-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-different-varieties-of-live-oak-trees.html</guid><description>Are there different varieties of live oak trees?
Tree Description and Habitat: The live oak is known by many common names and there are different recognized varieties, like the Texas live oak, Quercus fusiformis (a.k.a. Q. virginiana var. fusiformis) and the sand oak, Quercus geminata (a.k.a. Q.
Wha...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:35:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can I do with long Pothos vines?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-do-with-long-pothos-vines.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-do-with-long-pothos-vines.html</guid><description>What can I do with long Pothos vines?
If you just want to just do a light pruning, you can just take tip cuttings on whatever vines are too long. After you’ve pruned your pothos, you may choose to propagate your plant with all the cuttings you’ve made. Simply cut the vines into smaller segments.
Why...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:20:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do deodar trees live?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-deodar-trees-live.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-deodar-trees-live.html</guid><description>How long do deodar trees live?
1,000 years
Deodar cedar (Cedrus deodara) is among the most magnificent trees in the world. It is found growing in the western Himalayas at elevations between 5,000 and 10,000 feet and may live for 1,000 years.
What was special about deodar tree?
It is a large evergr...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:08:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long after spraying can I fertilize?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-after-spraying-can-i-fertilize.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-after-spraying-can-i-fertilize.html</guid><description>How long after spraying can I fertilize?
After spraying the weeds with herbicide, it is good practice to wait at least one week before fertilizing. In fact, your grass needs fertilizing even through the fall and winter. A good rule of thumb is fertilizing at least four times a year, such as every tw...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 06:07:50 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>