<?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>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:38:27 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>Are there any insect related proverbs or quotes?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-any-insect-related-proverbs-or-quotes.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-any-insect-related-proverbs-or-quotes.html</guid><description>Are there any insect related proverbs or quotes?
If you know more insect related quotes or proverbs, please send me a message. A coconut shell full of water is a sea to an ant. A coconut shell full of water is an ocean to an ant. An ant can do more than an ox that is lying down. Used for a boy who i...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:28:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes evergreen trees to die from the bottom up?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-evergreen-trees-to-die-from-the-bottom-up.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-evergreen-trees-to-die-from-the-bottom-up.html</guid><description>What causes evergreen trees to die from the bottom up?
1) Lack of Water In drought environments, evergreen trees can have issues getting enough water to all their needles. Because of this, bottom needles will die and turn brown in order to help hydrate the rest of the tree. Solution: If the tree’s s...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:28:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can apricot trees be espaliered?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-apricot-trees-be-espaliered.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-apricot-trees-be-espaliered.html</guid><description>Can apricot trees be espaliered?
Most apple and pear varieties which produce their fruit on spurs (rather than on the tips of their branches) can be trained as espaliers. Plums, cherries, apricots, peaches, and nectarines are not suitable for espalier-training, but do very well when trained as fans....</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:25:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many years does it take for an oak tree to fully grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-years-does-it-take-for-an-oak-tree-to-fully-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-years-does-it-take-for-an-oak-tree-to-fully-grow.html</guid><description>How many years does it take for an oak tree to fully grow?
Oak Tree. Growing from seeds to mature trees, oaks take between 30 to 40 years to grow, making them a slow and often neglected species in the forest. There are more than 600 species of oaks in the world.
How old does a live oak tree get?
Liv...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:21:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you need to know about red maple wood?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-need-to-know-about-red-maple-wood.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-need-to-know-about-red-maple-wood.html</guid><description>What do you need to know about red maple wood?
If figured wood is desired, Red Maple can offer some spectacular wood at a decent price. A measure of its weight at 12% moisture and an ambient temperature of 70°F. Volumetric (the total amount of shrinkage.) A measure of the uniformity of tangential to...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:18:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are pine trees properties?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-pine-trees-properties.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-pine-trees-properties.html</guid><description>What are pine trees properties?
Hear this out loudPausePine wood is medium-weight and relatively soft. Its strength and elasticity are good. As with other coniferous woods, the properties of the wood depend upon the density of the annual growth rings: The higher the proportion of summerwood, the hea...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:02:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How far do ash roots spread?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-do-ash-roots-spread.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-do-ash-roots-spread.html</guid><description>How far do ash roots spread?
Table below shows the Minimum Distance from property and Maximum root spread recorded
Ash
Fraxinus
Min – 10.0 metres
Horse Chestnut
Aesculus
Min – 10.0 metres
Elm
Ulmus
Min – 12.0 metres
Maple &amp;amp; Sycamore
Acer
Min – 12.0 metres
Oak
Quercus
Min – 18.0 metres
...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:00:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a crabapple tree to mature?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-crabapple-tree-to-mature.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-crabapple-tree-to-mature.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a crabapple tree to mature?
How long does it take crabapple trees to produce fruit? The climate and conditions in which your tree is growing will dictate how quickly it will fruit, but two-to-five years is a good range to plan on.
How fast does a prairie crabapple tree grow...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:43:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are white spots on evergreen trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-white-spots-on-evergreen-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-white-spots-on-evergreen-trees.html</guid><description>What are white spots on evergreen trees?
White or gray powder spots on your evergreen bushes are evidence of powdery mildew. This typically manifests on leaves, but you can find it on other parts of shrubs, too. As a fungal disease, it needs immediate pruning before it spreads to other parts of the ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:34:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my Norway spruce turning brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-norway-spruce-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-norway-spruce-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why is my Norway spruce turning brown?
Also Know, why is my Norway spruce turning brown? Spruces can suffer from Rhizosphaera Needle Cast, a fungal disease that causes needles on spruce trees to turn brown and drop, leaving bare branches. This fungus becomes active during long stretches of wet weath...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:30:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can arborvitae recover from browning?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-arborvitae-recover-from-browning.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-arborvitae-recover-from-browning.html</guid><description>Can arborvitae recover from browning?
Brown arborvitae can be saved from conditions that cause it to brown, but it may not be as healthy as it was. But that does not mean it cannot be saved. A branch that has turned brown can grow out and parts of the branch closest to the trunk will grow to their n...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:28:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is growing on my oak tree leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-growing-on-my-oak-tree-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-growing-on-my-oak-tree-leaves.html</guid><description>What is growing on my oak tree leaves?
If you have an oak tree in your home landscape, you might have spotted small, unsightly brown balls hanging like fruit or growing into a branch. These little balls, called oak galls, are a common occurrence caused when the tree reacts to non-stinging wasps layi...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:23:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why has my plum tree got leaf curl?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-has-my-plum-tree-got-leaf-curl.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-has-my-plum-tree-got-leaf-curl.html</guid><description>Why has my plum tree got leaf curl?
PLUM TREE LEAF CURL In the vast majority of cases it is aphids which cause the leaves to curl. Often these aphids are called leaf curl aphids. To check for aphids, uncurl the leaves and look for signs of aphids. If you can’t see any, look through a magnifying glas...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:17:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much weight will buds lose after drying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-weight-will-buds-lose-after-drying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-weight-will-buds-lose-after-drying.html</guid><description>How much weight will buds lose after drying?
How Much Do Buds Shrink During Drying? During the drying process, the buds will lose about 70% of weight due to the evaporation of moisture within the buds. The drying process will cut the weight by more than half. The size of the buds will also decrease ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:07:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How does a pine tree affect a foundation?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-does-a-pine-tree-affect-a-foundation.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-does-a-pine-tree-affect-a-foundation.html</guid><description>How does a pine tree affect a foundation?
Pine trees have a tap root as its primary source for accessing water from the ground. A pine tree tap root extends straight down, so it typically has no impact on a home’s foundation. While pine tree root structure makes them not a risk to a house, there are...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:06:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the bottom of my tomatoes turning black?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-bottom-of-my-tomatoes-turning-black.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-bottom-of-my-tomatoes-turning-black.html</guid><description>Why are the bottom of my tomatoes turning black?
A sunken black spot at the blossom end of tomato fruits is the classic symptom of blossom end rot. This relatively common garden problem is not a disease, but rather a physiological disorder caused by a calcium imbalance within the plant.
Why are the ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:54:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do roofers use for fall protection?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-roofers-use-for-fall-protection.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-roofers-use-for-fall-protection.html</guid><description>What do roofers use for fall protection?
The simplest way to be compliant with the roofing fall safety regulations is a kit like the Roofer’s Fall Protection Kit from Protecta. The kit has a full-body harness, a roof anchor, a vertical lifeline, and a rope grab/lanyard combo.
What should be used for...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:39:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of sun does a mayten tree need?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-sun-does-a-mayten-tree-need.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-sun-does-a-mayten-tree-need.html</guid><description>What kind of sun does a mayten tree need?
Plant in full sun and irrigate deeply and infrequently to encourage the roots to grow deeply. It is cold hardy to around 20 degrees F. Mature Mayten trees seem to resent heavy prunning and we have been told that this treament can actually kill a tree (would ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:36:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much space does a juniper tree need?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-space-does-a-juniper-tree-need.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-space-does-a-juniper-tree-need.html</guid><description>How much space does a juniper tree need?
Space ground cover varieties at least 5 to 6 feet apart. Hedge cultivars should be spaced 2 to 4 feet apart depending on the desired appearance. Plant larger juniper cultivars away from buildings, allowing enough room for the tree to grow to its maximum matur...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:29:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you plant a dogwood tree in the spring?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-plant-a-dogwood-tree-in-the-spring.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-plant-a-dogwood-tree-in-the-spring.html</guid><description>Can you plant a dogwood tree in the spring?
The best time to plant Dogwood trees is in the early fall or spring. They can be planted from bare root, or from potted root balls. If you are planting bare root stock, you will definitely need to plant in fall or early spring, before the tree begins to bu...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:26:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can you do around tree roots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-you-do-around-tree-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-you-do-around-tree-roots.html</guid><description>What can you do around tree roots?
Do use an organic material such as wood chips or shredded wood. Spread it in an even layer 3 to 4 inches deep over the surface of the soil. Do make the area of mulch as large as it needs to be to completely cover the exposed roots, even if that means covering an ar...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:25:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which curing method is best?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-curing-method-is-best.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-curing-method-is-best.html</guid><description>Which curing method is best?
Ponding Method This is the best method of curing. It is suitable for curing horizontal surfaces such as floors, roof slabs, road and air field pavements. The horizontal top surfaces of beams can also be ponded.
What are the types of curing?
Methods of Curing Concrete
...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:20:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you grow a bottle palm indoors?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-grow-a-bottle-palm-indoors.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-grow-a-bottle-palm-indoors.html</guid><description>Can you grow a bottle palm indoors?
Containers. A small, slow-growing palm, bottle palm grows well in containers. You can also grow it indoors if you have a spot with plenty of bright light. Use a mid-size pot filled with a commercial potting mixture or a mixture for cacti and succulents.
How long d...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:16:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much cheaper is a gravel driveway?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-cheaper-is-a-gravel-driveway.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-cheaper-is-a-gravel-driveway.html</guid><description>How much cheaper is a gravel driveway?
The average cost to put in a gravel driveway is between $1,500 and $6,000, or about $2 to $5 per square foot for materials and installation. The biggest factor that plays into how much money a new driveway will cost — other than size — is what material you plan...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:15:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do pine needles symbolize?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-pine-needles-symbolize.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-pine-needles-symbolize.html</guid><description>What do pine needles symbolize?
Being an evergreen tree, it is a symbol of immortality and eternity. In addition to this important meaning, common to all conifers, this tree also symbolizes marital happiness and fertility due to the needles joined in pairs and grafted onto short twigs called brachyb...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:14:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast do Moreton Bay Figs grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-do-moreton-bay-figs-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-do-moreton-bay-figs-grow.html</guid><description>How fast do Moreton Bay Figs grow?
Growth rate is fast when the tree is young, slowing as it reaches 5 – 10 years.
How big does a Moreton Bay fig grow?
50 metres tall
Description: Moreton Bay Figs grow up to 50 metres tall in some climates.
What is the difference between a Moreton Bay fig and a Po...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:06:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you say goodbye to your childhood home?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-say-goodbye-to-your-childhood-home.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-say-goodbye-to-your-childhood-home.html</guid><description>How do you say goodbye to your childhood home?
Saying goodbye to your childhood home
Talk things through. Although it’s common to feel sad about the sale of a family house, many people are embarrassed about grieving a home — especially if they no longer live there.
Look ahead.
Choose Keepsakes.
...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:03:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long are maple tree roots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-are-maple-tree-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-are-maple-tree-roots.html</guid><description>How long are maple tree roots?
12 to 18 inches
Root System of Maple Trees Most of the Maple trees have roots as deep as 12 to 18 inches from the soil surface and spreading up to a distance of 25 ft. As the tree grows in size, these roots sometimes come out of the surface.
How deep do maple tree root...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:53:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to calculate the age of a tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-calculate-the-age-of-a-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-calculate-the-age-of-a-tree.html</guid><description>How to calculate the age of a tree?
Appreciate the age of the tree. Please select the tree type and specify the stem circumference / diameter in cm or inch. The stem circumference is measured at a height of 1.00 m (3.3 ft.) to 1.50 m (4.5 ft.).
What’s the average cost of a mature tree?
On average, a...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:53:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast does a lace leaf maple grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-does-a-lace-leaf-maple-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-does-a-lace-leaf-maple-grow.html</guid><description>How fast does a lace leaf maple grow?
1 to 2 feet per year
Growth rate: Most Japanese maples grow at a slow to moderate rate of 1 to 2 feet per year. They typically grow fastest when they are young and slow down as they reach maturity. Planting them in a spot where they are happy and caring for them...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:50:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is wrong with my cycad?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-wrong-with-my-cycad.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-wrong-with-my-cycad.html</guid><description>What is wrong with my cycad?
c) Poorly draining soil can cause leaf discoloration including browning to the tips of the leaves, yellow discoloration to the leaves or even leaf collapse. Remember: Cycads die from rot and poor drainage causes rot. If the plant is in a container, change the soil. Use a...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:50:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get rid of crepe myrtles blight?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-rid-of-crepe-myrtles-blight.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-rid-of-crepe-myrtles-blight.html</guid><description>How do I get rid of crepe myrtles blight?
Spray the infected crepe myrtle trees with copper fungicide or lime sulfur fungicide. Start spraying when the leaf tip symptoms first show up, then repeat every ten days during wet weather.
Can you overwater a crape myrtle tree?
Crape myrtle trees need the m...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:46:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does a Douglas fir tree get?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-a-douglas-fir-tree-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-a-douglas-fir-tree-get.html</guid><description>How tall does a Douglas fir tree get?
Interior Douglas-fir reaches an average height of 30 to 37 m (100 to 120 ft) with a d.b.h. between 38 and 102 cm (15 and 40 in) in 200 to 300 years. On the best sites, dominant trees may attain a height of 49 m (160 ft) and a d.b.h. of 152 cm (60 in) (23).
What ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:45:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my cherry tree splitting?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-cherry-tree-splitting.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-cherry-tree-splitting.html</guid><description>Why is my cherry tree splitting?
Splitting or peeling bark is often a sign of frost damage, though it may also be caused by disease or herbicide injury. With proper cultural care, cherry trees can often heal themselves with minimal scarring.
How fast does a double weeping cherry tree grow?
approxima...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:39:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you fix curled leaves on a lemon tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-fix-curled-leaves-on-a-lemon-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-fix-curled-leaves-on-a-lemon-tree.html</guid><description>How do you fix curled leaves on a lemon tree?
Spray your citrus tree with insecticidal soap or neem oil or a good insecticide from your garden centre. Repeat until the plant begins to recover. Silvery lines or trail on the new leaves means your tree has citrus leafminer. It’s a tiny moth that lays i...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:33:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes the top of a pine tree to die?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-the-top-of-a-pine-tree-to-die.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-the-top-of-a-pine-tree-to-die.html</guid><description>What causes the top of a pine tree to die?
Pine trees dying from the top down is common, though definitely not a good sign. This condition is referred to as dieback. It may be caused by a number of things, including fungal disease, insect infestation, or harsh weather conditions.
Can you over water ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:14:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What bugs are killing ash trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-bugs-are-killing-ash-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-bugs-are-killing-ash-trees.html</guid><description>What bugs are killing ash trees?
Emerald ash borers are an invasive species that was introduced from Asia. The insects were first discovered in the U.S. infesting dead ash trees in 2002. This insect is responsible for killing millions of ash trees, its host tree, throughout the areas where it is fou...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:11:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes vertical streaks on Wetwood tree bark?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-vertical-streaks-on-wetwood-tree-bark.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-vertical-streaks-on-wetwood-tree-bark.html</guid><description>What causes vertical streaks on Wetwood tree bark?
Wetwood affected oak. These vertical streaks result from a slimy liquid oozing out of cracks or wounds and running down the bark called ‘slime flux’. Sometimes this liquid is very abundant and foul smelling.
What kind of bacteria grow in Wetwood tre...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:08:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kills fungus instantly?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kills-fungus-instantly.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kills-fungus-instantly.html</guid><description>What kills fungus instantly?
Like hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol can help kill off the fungus that’s on the surface level of the skin. You can apply it directly to the affected area or soak your feet in a footbath of 70 percent rubbing alcohol and 30 percent water for 30 minutes.
What is the mos...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 09:29:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the white stuff on my maple tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-white-stuff-on-my-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-white-stuff-on-my-maple-tree.html</guid><description>What is the white stuff on my maple tree?
Answer: The white, fuzzy objects on the branches of your maple tree are wooly alder aphids. (The insect is also known as the maple blight aphid.) While the presence of white, fuzzy colonies of wooly alder aphids on a maple tree may cause alarm, they don’t ca...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 09:21:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do hemlock trees turn yellow in the fall?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-hemlock-trees-turn-yellow-in-the-fall.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-hemlock-trees-turn-yellow-in-the-fall.html</guid><description>Do hemlock trees turn yellow in the fall?
A common question we get in the fall regarding hemlock and other evergreen trees is, “Why are my trees turning yellow?” In many cases, it is more than likely natural needle loss. The difference with hemlocks, for example, is they just don’t lose all their ne...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 09:18:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long after removing a black walnut tree is the poison out of the soil?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-after-removing-a-black-walnut-tree-is-the-poison-out-of-the-s.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-after-removing-a-black-walnut-tree-is-the-poison-out-of-the-s.html</guid><description>How long after removing a black walnut tree is the poison out of the soil?
Walnut leaves can be composted because the juglone toxin breaks down when exposed to air, water and bacteria. The toxic effect can be degraded in two to four weeks. In the soil, breakdown may take up to two months after the l...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 09:10:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my oak tree losing small branches?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-oak-tree-losing-small-branches.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-oak-tree-losing-small-branches.html</guid><description>Why is my oak tree losing small branches?
In California this type of limb failure occurs on both native and planted trees as well as in irrigated and un-irrigated landscapes. One possibility is that drought stress during a hot calm afternoon reduces the flow of water in the branch, causing the branc...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:56:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What makes a pin oak tree unmanageable?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-makes-a-pin-oak-tree-unmanageable.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-makes-a-pin-oak-tree-unmanageable.html</guid><description>What makes a pin oak tree unmanageable?
The lower branches on pin oak cultivars ‘Crown Right’ and ‘Sovereign’ do not grow down at a 45-degree angle as does the non-cultivar. This branch angle can make the tree unmanageable in close urban settings.
How did the pin oak tree get its name?
Steve Nix i...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:55:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you prevent bacterial leaf spots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-prevent-bacterial-leaf-spots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-prevent-bacterial-leaf-spots.html</guid><description>How do you prevent bacterial leaf spots?
Control of bacterial spot on greenhouse transplants is an essential step for preventing spread of the leaf spot bacteria in the field. Transplants should be inspected regularly to identify symptomatic seedlings. Transplants with symptoms may be removed and de...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:47:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my juniper ground cover Brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-juniper-ground-cover-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-juniper-ground-cover-brown.html</guid><description>Why is my juniper ground cover Brown?
Though it is known as being quite hardy, the creeping juniper can begin to brown for a variety of reasons, including improper watering, poor soil conditions and pests. Blight can be a serious problem for creeping juniper and cannot only brown but can eventually ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:42:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it normal for leaves to wilt after transplanting?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-normal-for-leaves-to-wilt-after-transplanting.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-normal-for-leaves-to-wilt-after-transplanting.html</guid><description>Is it normal for leaves to wilt after transplanting?
Damaged Roots During Transplanting It is quite normal for such a plant to show wilting right after being moved. It is quite common for people to water far too much after transplanting in order to try and fix the problem. At these times of the year...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:41:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you save a tree with a split trunk?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-save-a-tree-with-a-split-trunk.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-save-a-tree-with-a-split-trunk.html</guid><description>Can you save a tree with a split trunk?
Can a tree survive a split tree trunk? It is possible to save a split tree trunk if the split is not extensive. You can use nuts and bolts to join the split trunk to help it heal. If the tree’s damaged area is less than 25% of the trunk’s circumference, it can...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:38:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a dying pine tree be brought back to life?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-dying-pine-tree-be-brought-back-to-life.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-dying-pine-tree-be-brought-back-to-life.html</guid><description>Can a dying pine tree be brought back to life?
Determining what is affecting it and taking steps to bring the dying pine tree back to life will save you time and money and keep your property looking nice. There are several types of pine trees that grow in the United States.
What causes pine trees to...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:37:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a dwarf Alberta spruce to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-dwarf-alberta-spruce-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-dwarf-alberta-spruce-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a dwarf Alberta spruce to grow?
25-30 years
There is no need to prune this evergreen, but it tolerates pruning well. Show off your polished side by adding a few Dwarf Alberta Spruces to your yard today! How Fast Does This Spruce Grow? As a slow grower, reaching a mature hei...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:35:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long are Honeycrisp apples good for?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-are-honeycrisp-apples-good-for.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-are-honeycrisp-apples-good-for.html</guid><description>How long are Honeycrisp apples good for?
Excellent Storage Life Outstanding flavor and texture can be maintained for at least seven months in refrigerated storage without atmosphere modification. Think of it. You can have a great apple to pick and then store, sell or savor for more than half the yea...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:24:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do spruces take to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-spruces-take-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-spruces-take-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long do spruces take to grow?
This blue spruce grows from 12 to 24 inches a year. So it will require 30 to 60 years for a Colorado blue spruce to grow from seed to 60 feet tall.
How long do spruce trees live?
In the home landscape, it usually stays healthy for about 40 to 60 years, after which i...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:23:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat boxwood brown leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-boxwood-brown-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-boxwood-brown-leaves.html</guid><description>How do you treat boxwood brown leaves?
Volutella Blight. Make sure to remove as much of the dead growth as possible before you begin a spray program. In the early spring, before new growth has started, spray your boxwood with a copper fungicide and continue to spray according to package directions u...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:22:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is the Royal Empress Tree invasive?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-the-royal-empress-tree-invasive.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-the-royal-empress-tree-invasive.html</guid><description>Is the Royal Empress Tree invasive?
One of the fastest growing trees in the world, this pretty but extremely invasive species will quickly take over your entire yard. That’s because empress tree is, in fact, one of the fastest growing trees in the world: It can grow up to 20 feet tall in its first y...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:22:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many lobes does a Black Oak Leaf have?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-lobes-does-a-black-oak-leaf-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-lobes-does-a-black-oak-leaf-have.html</guid><description>How many lobes does a Black Oak Leaf have?
Black Oak (Quercus velutina) Leaves typically have 7-11 lobes. Leaves typically have 5-9 lobes.
How many leaves does a 50 foot oak tree have?
A big oak tree might have a crown 50 feet wide. In that case, one could estimate the tree has 63,000 leaves.
What...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:20:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do cottonwood trees grow in Wyoming?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-cottonwood-trees-grow-in-wyoming.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-cottonwood-trees-grow-in-wyoming.html</guid><description>Do cottonwood trees grow in Wyoming?
FACTS ABOUT THE COTTONWOOD deltoid) cottonwood is the Wyoming State Tree. The ‘Highland’ cottonwood is a much smaller version of Populus sargentii. It grows faster and taller than most any other local deciduous species of trees. Its life span can reach over 100 y...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:15:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big around do Leyland cypress get?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-around-do-leyland-cypress-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-around-do-leyland-cypress-get.html</guid><description>How big around do Leyland cypress get?
Leyland cypresses (x Cuprocyparis leylandii) need plenty of room to grow. These evergreen trees can reach 100 feet tall and 20 feet wide in their preferred growing conditions. Consequently, a specimen Leyland cypress should be planted at least 15 feet from neig...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:15:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you even out uneven grass?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-even-out-uneven-grass.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-even-out-uneven-grass.html</guid><description>How do you even out uneven grass?
Apply up to 1/2 inch of leveling mix on top of the low areas. Do not add more than 1/2 inch because this can smother the grass. Rake the topdressing to spread it out evenly. Brush the grass back and forth with a push broom to work the leveling mix down while lifting...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:14:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my cedars going brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-cedars-going-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-cedars-going-brown.html</guid><description>Why are my cedars going brown?
Hear this out loudPauseRoot Rot: Armillaria root rot is sometimes found in cedar hedges. Branches turn brown, often starting on one side of the tree. Fans of white fungal mycelium can be found under the bark at the base of dead trees and in the roots. Foliage affected ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:12:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which tree looks good in front of house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-tree-looks-good-in-front-of-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-tree-looks-good-in-front-of-house.html</guid><description>Which tree looks good in front of house?
8 Best Trees to Grow Near House in India
Guava Tree (Psidium guajava)
Tamarind Tree (Tamarindus indica)
Eucalyptus Tree (Eucalyptus globulus)
Lemon Tree (Citrus limon)
Curry Tree (Murraya koenigii)
Wood Apple/Bael Tree (Aegle marmelos)
Drumstick Tree (...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 08:01:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of black ants in a tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-black-ants-in-a-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-black-ants-in-a-tree.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of black ants in a tree?
How to get rid of ants on trees
Spray the tree with a solution that contains 30 drops of peppermint oil and one gallon of water.
Line the bottom of the tree with ant baits to capture them as they travel.
Use a horticultural soap or insecticide to rid the...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 07:52:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the best privacy evergreens?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-best-privacy-evergreens.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-best-privacy-evergreens.html</guid><description>What are the best privacy evergreens?
Evergreen Plants For Privacy
Leyland Cypress. Photo by Mihaela Ninic/ Alamy.
Rocky Mountain Juniper. Photo by KENPEI/ GFDL.
Italian Cypress. Photo by Hans A.
White Spruce. Photo by Cruiser/ GDFL.
Hicksii Yew. Photo by mobot.org.
American Holly. Photo by B....</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 07:49:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do foxtail palms drop leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-foxtail-palms-drop-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-foxtail-palms-drop-leaves.html</guid><description>Do foxtail palms drop leaves?
Easy maintenance is associated with the foxtail palm tree, as it is a self-cleaning specimen; meaning that spent leaves will die and drop from the tree as needed to facilitate new growth. While the foxtail palm tree is somewhat drought resistant, regular watering encour...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 07:42:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can I plant two Japanese maples together?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-i-plant-two-japanese-maples-together.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-i-plant-two-japanese-maples-together.html</guid><description>Can I plant two Japanese maples together?
The roots and trunk of one type of Japanese maple are placed together with the branches and foliage of another to form one tree. Once the two have grown together, they form one tree. After that, care of grafted Japanese maples is very similar to the care of ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 07:35:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does Armillatox kill honey fungus?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-armillatox-kill-honey-fungus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-armillatox-kill-honey-fungus.html</guid><description>Does Armillatox kill honey fungus?
Treatment. There are no chemical cures for honey fungus. Armillatox can be used to help sterilise the soil and keep any as yet uninfected plants healthy. Any infected plants should be dug up with as much of the root system as possible.
How do I get rid of honey fun...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 07:28:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are oak trees good for front yard?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-oak-trees-good-for-front-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-oak-trees-good-for-front-yard.html</guid><description>Are oak trees good for front yard?
Oak trees are always a great addition to any yard. With so many varieties, there’s an oak out there for everyone.
How long does oak trees live for?
The life span of oaks varies according to the species of oak. The average life span is about 100 – 300 years, but par...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 07:21:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are there ants all over my apple tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-there-ants-all-over-my-apple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-there-ants-all-over-my-apple-tree.html</guid><description>Why are there ants all over my apple tree?
Ants are usually an early warning signal for the presence of aphids, whose honeydew they love to eat. Ants themselves will do no harm to your apple tree, but as they feed on the honeydew, they can farm colonies of aphids in order to ensure a steady supply o...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 07:16:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why was it decided to remove the sweet gum trees from the original memorial design?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-was-it-decided-to-remove-the-sweet-gum-trees-from-the-original-mem.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-was-it-decided-to-remove-the-sweet-gum-trees-from-the-original-mem.html</guid><description>Why was it decided to remove the sweet gum trees from the original memorial design?
The decision was spearheaded by the memorial’s original architect Michael Arad according to the Times reporter Dunlap. The sweetgums lost their place around the perimeter of the plaza because they were perceived as a...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 07:13:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my redbud tree turning brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-redbud-tree-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-redbud-tree-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why is my redbud tree turning brown?
Dieback/Canker is the most destructive disease that attacks Redbud trees. It is first seen as a tree’s leaves wilt and turn brown. The fungus gradually spreads out within the tree’s vascular system slowly blocking the tree’s vascular system and inhibiting its abi...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 07:10:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes pine trees to die from the top down?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-pine-trees-to-die-from-the-top-down.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-pine-trees-to-die-from-the-top-down.html</guid><description>What causes pine trees to die from the top down?
They primarily target older or weakened trees. One of the few needle diseases that attacks from the top down is pine wilt disease. Small worms called nematodes invade trees and quickly cause severe damage. How to Fix: Inspect your tree for debris or i...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:58:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is wrong with my crape myrtle?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-wrong-with-my-crape-myrtle.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-wrong-with-my-crape-myrtle.html</guid><description>What is wrong with my crape myrtle?
Crape myrtles (Lagerstroemia indica) are essentially trouble-free small trees. The most common problems include powdery mildew, Cercospora leaf spot, aphids, Japanese beetles, and sooty mold.
How do you get rid of powdery mildew on crepe myrtles?
Some fungicides, ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:53:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my ash trees losing their leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-ash-trees-losing-their-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-ash-trees-losing-their-leaves.html</guid><description>Why are my ash trees losing their leaves?
Leaf drop of ash trees at this time of year (mid-late May) is usually caused by a fungal disease called ash anthracnose. The problem occurs on susceptible ash species (especially green ash) in extended periods of cool, moist weather. This early infection may...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:51:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of dirt should I use to grade my yard?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-dirt-should-i-use-to-grade-my-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-dirt-should-i-use-to-grade-my-yard.html</guid><description>What kind of dirt should I use to grade my yard?
The best dirt to use is high clay content sand. Clay is less porous than other soil types, so you won’t have water running through it. It’s also heavier, which means it won’t erode as easily. If you don’t mind doing a little landscaping, another optio...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:25:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you prune a established camellia?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-prune-a-established-camellia.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-prune-a-established-camellia.html</guid><description>How do you prune a established camellia?
Cut the ends of branches after blooming to the size you want to achieve.
To grow a larger plant, prune back to an inch or less.
To grow a smaller plant, prune back to a few inches less than you want as a final result.
How hard can you cut back a camellia?
H...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:24:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my tree losing leaves in August?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-tree-losing-leaves-in-august.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-tree-losing-leaves-in-august.html</guid><description>Why is my tree losing leaves in August?
Too little or too much water can lead to late summer leaf loss. In drought-like conditions, some trees will shed leaves to combat drought stress. Likewise, over-watered leaves can turn yellow and fall off. Excess water can suffocate the roots of the tree that ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:19:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are some challenges of gardening?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-some-challenges-of-gardening.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-some-challenges-of-gardening.html</guid><description>What are some challenges of gardening?
10 Common Garden Problems—and How to Fix Them
Weeds. 1/11. Weeds are a perennial garden problem.
Black Spot on Roses. 2/11.
Powdery Mildew on Veggies. 3/11.
Japanese Beetles. 4/11.
Aphids. 5/11.
Drought. 6/11.
Too Much Water. 7/11.
Blossom-End Rot. 8/11...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:17:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does stripped tree bark grow back?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-stripped-tree-bark-grow-back.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-stripped-tree-bark-grow-back.html</guid><description>Does stripped tree bark grow back?
It does not grow back. A tree will heal around the edges of the wound to prevent further injury or disease, but it will not grow back over a large area.
Does birch tree bark grow back?
Birch bark should be harvested in the spring when the sap is running in the tree...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:06:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Who discovered cherry trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/who-discovered-cherry-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/who-discovered-cherry-trees.html</guid><description>Who discovered cherry trees?
Dr. Fairchild planted these trees on a hillside on his own property in Chevy Chase, Maryland. He observed the trees growing. One year later, the experiment was deemed a success!
How do you know if a cherry tree is diseased?
Symptoms: Symptoms include yellowing and brow...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:05:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do beech trees produce nuts every year?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-beech-trees-produce-nuts-every-year.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-beech-trees-produce-nuts-every-year.html</guid><description>Do beech trees produce nuts every year?
We know that, generally speaking, trees require a lot of energy to produce nuts, and so a tree won’t produce them every year. The books say every two or three years for beech nuts and three to seven years for oaks, but take it all with a grain of salt.
Are bee...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:04:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a tree survive after being struck by lightning?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-tree-survive-after-being-struck-by-lightning.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-tree-survive-after-being-struck-by-lightning.html</guid><description>Can a tree survive after being struck by lightning?
Lightning or electrical current passes from the trunk of the tree through the roots and dissipates in the ground. Major root damage from electricity may cause the tree to decline and die without significant aboveground damage. If the tree is in lea...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 06:01:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast does a blue spruce grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-does-a-blue-spruce-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-does-a-blue-spruce-grow.html</guid><description>How fast does a blue spruce grow?
Growth Rate This tree grows at a slow to medium rate, with height increases of anywhere from less than 12″ to 24″ per year.
Why is my blue spruce drooping?
Adult white pine weevils are small — measuring only a quarter-inch long — but they can cause substantial dam...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:56:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are pine trees at risk of falling?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-pine-trees-at-risk-of-falling.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-pine-trees-at-risk-of-falling.html</guid><description>Are pine trees at risk of falling?
Conifers – redwood, pine, fir, spruce, yew, juniper, cypress, etc. – in particular are at risk, Stegen said. These evergreen trees retain their foliage year-round and can become top heavy. During storms, those needles become saturated with water, holding extra weig...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:55:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my pear tree have no leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-pear-tree-have-no-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-pear-tree-have-no-leaves.html</guid><description>Why does my pear tree have no leaves?
If your pear tree has no leaves at all, it might be dormant or dead. A pear tree not leafing out is normal in winter. Pear trees are deciduous and lose their leaves in winter, but should start producing leaves again in spring. If spring has come and gone and you...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:47:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does a conference pear tree take to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-a-conference-pear-tree-take-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-a-conference-pear-tree-take-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does a conference pear tree take to grow?
When picked slightly under-ripe it serves well, not the best though, as a cooker, retaining its shape reasonably well. Conference produces fruit on average a year earlier than average and reaches its maximum cropping potential when it is about six y...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:42:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you identify a leaf scorch?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-identify-a-leaf-scorch.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-identify-a-leaf-scorch.html</guid><description>How do you identify a leaf scorch?
The first signs are necrotic leaves with browning and finally leaf drop. Leaf scorch starts at the edges or margins of the leaf and produce browned edges while the center remains green. There is often a yellow band of tissue between the brown edges and green center...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:39:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where are pin oak trees found?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-are-pin-oak-trees-found.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-are-pin-oak-trees-found.html</guid><description>Where are pin oak trees found?
Native habitat: Massachusetts to Delaware, west to Wisconsin and Arkansas. Growth habit: Strongly pyramidal, becoming oval-pyramidal with age. Tree size: 60 to 70 feet tall with a 25- to 40-foot spread. Pin oak can reach a height of more than 100 feet.
How old can a pi...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:33:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is a large oak tree worth?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-large-oak-tree-worth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-large-oak-tree-worth.html</guid><description>How much is a large oak tree worth?
The total volume of the tree would be 225 board feet. The value of this tree would be $195.00 for an average of $866.00 per thousand board feet. A fourteen inch Red Oak with a grade 3 rating would be worth $12.00 for an average price per thousand board feet of $26...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:32:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you take care of a large potted olive tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-take-care-of-a-large-potted-olive-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-take-care-of-a-large-potted-olive-tree.html</guid><description>How do you take care of a large potted olive tree?
Although they can cope with dry periods, olives in containers need regular watering and feeding to produce fruit. During the growing season, keep the compost moist and feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser such as Phostrogen, every month. In winter...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:30:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the lifespan of a Victoria plum tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-lifespan-of-a-victoria-plum-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-lifespan-of-a-victoria-plum-tree.html</guid><description>What is the lifespan of a Victoria plum tree?
10 to 15 years
The average lifespan for cultivated plum trees is 10 to 15 years, according to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center’s website.
Why are my Victoria plums rotting on the tree?
Brown rot is a fungal disease of apples, pears, plums, cherr...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:22:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of avocado tree do I have?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-avocado-tree-do-i-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-avocado-tree-do-i-have.html</guid><description>What kind of avocado tree do I have?
Identify the avocado tree by looking at its leaves, which should be alternate and dark-green with slightly lighter-green veins. The avocado leaves are glossy and can stay on the tree for up to three years. The leaves of Mexican avocado trees have an anise-like od...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:20:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there non fruit bearing plum trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-non-fruit-bearing-plum-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-non-fruit-bearing-plum-trees.html</guid><description>Are there non fruit bearing plum trees?
Fruitless tree varieties that produce little or no fruit at all include “Krauter Vesuvius” and “Purple Pony” (P. cerasifera). “Vesuvius” grows up to 20 feet tall, with dark, blackish-purple leaves and single, pale-pink flowers. Helens,” both with purple leaves...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:20:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Who are the owners of storm drainage easements?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/who-are-the-owners-of-storm-drainage-easements.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/who-are-the-owners-of-storm-drainage-easements.html</guid><description>Who are the owners of storm drainage easements?
Trees, shrubs and other growth in easements belong to and are maintained by the property owner. The county maintains the drainage system and structures within the easement to allow for proper function of the system. How do I know if there is a storm dr...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:13:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the cause of dieback?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-cause-of-dieback.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-cause-of-dieback.html</guid><description>What is the cause of dieback?
Nematodes, stem- or root-boring insects, mechanical damage, paving over roots, winter injury from cold or deicing salts, and a deficiency or excess of moisture or an essential element may cause dieback, directly or indirectly.
Why does my tree bark look burnt?
Sooty can...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 04:57:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take an Austrian pine to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-an-austrian-pine-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-an-austrian-pine-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does it take an Austrian pine to grow?
You can expect this pine to grow at a moderate rate of 12 to 18 inches per year in most circumstances.
How do you care for an Austrian pine tree?
Water your Austrian pine trees deeply to soak the soil down to the roots only during times of drought or p...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 04:53:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it cheaper to build your own pergola?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-cheaper-to-build-your-own-pergola.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-cheaper-to-build-your-own-pergola.html</guid><description>Is it cheaper to build your own pergola?
One of the best things about a DIY pergola is its moderate cost. A DIY pergola usually will cost less than more complex outdoor structures such as patio covers and gazebos, yet more than arbors and trellises. As with any DIY home project, you pay only for the...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 04:43:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best ground cover for clay soil?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-ground-cover-for-clay-soil.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-ground-cover-for-clay-soil.html</guid><description>What is the best ground cover for clay soil?
The Best Groundcover for Full Sun and Clay Soil
Grasses. Native grasses are excellent ground coverings for sunny clay sites.
Vincas. Vincas tolerate clay and sun exposure.
Yarrows. Yarrows (Achellea) are tough, versatile perennials with attractive, fer...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 04:29:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does it mean if a tree is leaning?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-it-mean-if-a-tree-is-leaning.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-it-mean-if-a-tree-is-leaning.html</guid><description>What does it mean if a tree is leaning?
Trees lean for one of two reasons. The most common is that the tree has been growing that way naturally to extend its leaves out into the sunlight, away from some larger object, usually a larger tree which is blocking the sun. Even if the other tree is no long...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 04:22:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best time of year to plant Leylandii?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-plant-leylandii.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-plant-leylandii.html</guid><description>What is the best time of year to plant Leylandii?
spring
The best time to plant Leylandii is in spring or summer. Dig a hole twice the size of its root ball system, and place the Leylandii in the hole, ensuring that the top of the root ball is no more than 1cm below the top of the soil.
Can I plant ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 04:18:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my ginkgo tree leaves turning yellow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-ginkgo-tree-leaves-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-ginkgo-tree-leaves-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why are my ginkgo tree leaves turning yellow?
Ginkgo are also subject to chlorosis if your soil is alkaline; chlorosis will turn the leaves yellow, but they typically will have a deep green fan pattern within the yellow leaves. If the foliage is falling off without turning yellow first, it is a sign...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 04:17:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my spruce turning yellow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-spruce-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-spruce-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why is my spruce turning yellow?
Yellowing of spruce may be caused by a variety of noninfectious stresses, particularly problems with the roots. Such stresses include problems with the site, such as too wet or too dry a site, or excessively compacted soil. Problems with planting are also a common cu...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 04:14:42 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>