<?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>Mon, 25 May 2026 07:34:00 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>What are the best containers for roses?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-best-containers-for-roses.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-best-containers-for-roses.html</guid><description>What are the best containers for roses?
Tall containers are a good choice for patio roses since rose roots grow deep. If your container doesn’t have drainage holes, make a few in the bottom. Place a small piece of window screen or mesh, or a few pieces of broken pottery, over the holes, so the soil ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 07:26:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does an Arizona ash tree live?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-an-arizona-ash-tree-live.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-an-arizona-ash-tree-live.html</guid><description>How long does an Arizona ash tree live?
Arizona ash ( Fraximus velutina) is an upright, stately tree with a rounded canopy of deep green leaves. It is relatively short-lived, but may survive 50 years with proper care.
What kind of disease does an Arizona ash tree get?
Arizona ash is prone to fungal ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 07:18:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I identify a tomato plant by its leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-identify-a-tomato-plant-by-its-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-identify-a-tomato-plant-by-its-leaves.html</guid><description>How do I identify a tomato plant by its leaves?
Look at the leaves and notice the serrated, or wavy and pointed, edging along the entire leaf. Tomato leaves are compound with multiple leaflets growing along a common stem, called a rachis. Touch the leaf and feel a slight fuzziness, which is caused b...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 07:05:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much space does a pine tree need to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-space-does-a-pine-tree-need-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-space-does-a-pine-tree-need-to-grow.html</guid><description>How much space does a pine tree need to grow?
In general, most evergreen conifers, including pines, grow best if spaced between 6 and 12 feet apart. Trees spaced less than 6 feet apart will probably require thinning. Trees spaced further than 12 feet apart will require more effort in weed control.
W...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 07:03:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do pepper trees have shallow roots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-pepper-trees-have-shallow-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-pepper-trees-have-shallow-roots.html</guid><description>Do pepper trees have shallow roots?
The California pepper tree has roots that go everywhere and anywhere in search of water and nutrients, making it drought-tolerant but problematic. Its surface roots make it impossible to grow anything under the tree and the roots’ aggressive qualities break paveme...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:56:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does it mean when my lemon tree leaves curling?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-it-mean-when-my-lemon-tree-leaves-curling.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-it-mean-when-my-lemon-tree-leaves-curling.html</guid><description>What does it mean when my lemon tree leaves curling?
drought stress
Curling leaves on your lemon tree indicates drought stress due to under watering, excess wind, and low humidity which causes the leaves to curl to conserve moisture. Aphids feed on the sap of young emerging leaves which cause them t...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:55:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you prevent cherry and pear slugs?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-prevent-cherry-and-pear-slugs.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-prevent-cherry-and-pear-slugs.html</guid><description>How do you prevent cherry and pear slugs?
What to Do
Blast them off the leaves with a strong jet of water and then band the tree with a low environmental impact horticultural glue.
Make a deterrent spray by collecting and squashing slugs and placing in a bucket of boiling water.
When should pear t...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:54:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How often should peach trees be watered?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-often-should-peach-trees-be-watered.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-often-should-peach-trees-be-watered.html</guid><description>How often should peach trees be watered?
On average, mature peach trees require at least 36 inches of water per year. The University of California says that in the summer growing season, peach trees in mild climates need either daily drip irrigation or a major sprinkler spraying every three weeks.
H...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:39:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How old is an avocado tree when it starts producing?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-is-an-avocado-tree-when-it-starts-producing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-is-an-avocado-tree-when-it-starts-producing.html</guid><description>How old is an avocado tree when it starts producing?
If you have purchased and planted a tree, you can probably expect to see your first fruit three to four years after planting. If you are growing from a seed, it can take anywhere from five to 13 years before the tree is mature enough to set fruit....</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:34:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do pill bugs come out in the rain?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-pill-bugs-come-out-in-the-rain.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-pill-bugs-come-out-in-the-rain.html</guid><description>Do pill bugs come out in the rain?
Pillbugs are the other big one that can venture inside when we have heavy rains. Sowbugs and pillbugs are crustaceans (related to crabs, crayfish and lobsters). They require moist environments and usually die quickly when they move indoors due to lack of moisture.
...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:33:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall do fruitless mulberry trees get?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-do-fruitless-mulberry-trees-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-do-fruitless-mulberry-trees-get.html</guid><description>How tall do fruitless mulberry trees get?
20-60 feet tall
They can grow 20-60 feet tall. These trees like the heat, tolerate alkaline soils, and are resistant to Texas root rot. Fruitless mulberry trees can take some drought once established, but do grow faster with regular watering and fertilizing....</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:29:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you do with an overgrown ficus?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-do-with-an-overgrown-ficus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-do-with-an-overgrown-ficus.html</guid><description>What do you do with an overgrown ficus?
Take the ficus out of its pot. Cut back the roots by a third, knock off some of the soil, replace in same pot, add fresh soil. Take off a third to one half of the plant growth. Just trim back to nodes on each stem and take off what looks out of place.
How do I...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:28:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens if soil is too compact?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-happens-if-soil-is-too-compact.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-happens-if-soil-is-too-compact.html</guid><description>What happens if soil is too compact?
Roots must work harder to grow into soil, which means that there will be less roots, which means that the plant takes up fewer nutrients and water. All this translates to poor plant growth. Beyond this, when soil is too compact, it can make it difficult for water...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:28:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will small tree roots grow back?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-small-tree-roots-grow-back.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-small-tree-roots-grow-back.html</guid><description>Will small tree roots grow back?
If a tree doesn’t produce root sprouts, then it’s unlikely it’ll regrow. Instead, the roots will eventually decompose. Trees like pines, oaks, and maples do not grow back from roots. Conversely, some tree species aggressively sprout from the roots even after the tree...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:28:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How does mango tree help us?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-does-mango-tree-help-us.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-does-mango-tree-help-us.html</guid><description>How does mango tree help us?
Health benefits of the mango tree
Prevents anemia: Mango is rich in iron.
Improves digestion: Disorders of the digestive system are a major cause of poor health.
Helps gain weight: Many individuals find it hard to gain weight.
Boosts immunity: Apart from vitamin C, m...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:23:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I rake up maple seeds?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-rake-up-maple-seeds.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-rake-up-maple-seeds.html</guid><description>Should I rake up maple seeds?
The best way to pick up maple seeds is using rake, according to Cooperative Extension System. Using herbicides like glyphosate can also help after the seeds have begun to grow but be sure to avoid hitting any other plants with it, as it will kill them as well.
Can you s...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:23:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What grass grows best in Alamogordo NM?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-grass-grows-best-in-alamogordo-nm.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-grass-grows-best-in-alamogordo-nm.html</guid><description>What grass grows best in Alamogordo NM?
Due to its heat and drought tolerance, tall fescue is a good general-purpose turfgrass for New Mexico. It is a tall-growing, coarse- to medium-textured, bunch-type turfgrass that can be established by seed or sod. Tall fescue resists heavy wear and high temper...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:18:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it better to live in Palm Springs or Palm Desert?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-better-to-live-in-palm-springs-or-palm-desert.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-better-to-live-in-palm-springs-or-palm-desert.html</guid><description>Is it better to live in Palm Springs or Palm Desert?
Palm Springs is more tourist-oriented, so if it’s your first time to the desert, it might be best to stay in Palm Springs vs Palm Desert. With tons of trendy boutique hotels and restaurants, a few lively bars and entertainment, it has a faster pac...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:18:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you keep moles from digging holes in your yard?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-keep-moles-from-digging-holes-in-your-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-keep-moles-from-digging-holes-in-your-yard.html</guid><description>How do you keep moles from digging holes in your yard?
Moles and gophers can damage your lawn and garden. Control them humanely by eliminating their food source, spraying with liquid repellents, scattering repellent granules, using barriers and/or digging trenches lined with wire mesh or hardware cl...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:14:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do junipers rejuvenate?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-junipers-rejuvenate.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-junipers-rejuvenate.html</guid><description>Do junipers rejuvenate?
Thank you for contacting the Toronto Master Gardeners with your inquiry concerning your overgrown Juniper. Proper pruning can renew or rejuvenate overgrown, deciduous shrubs. If Junipers are cut back past the living green growth, into the old wood they will not come back.
Can...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 06:08:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where is the Asian longhorned beetle located?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-is-the-asian-longhorned-beetle-located.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-is-the-asian-longhorned-beetle-located.html</guid><description>Where is the Asian longhorned beetle located?
Asian Longhorned Beetle, Anoplophora glabripennis Habitat: This beetle is native to China, Japan, Korea, and the Isle of Hainan and an accidental immigrant in North America. Adults are drawn to recently felled, stressed, or apparently healthy hardwood tr...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:58:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are Pittosporum deep rooted?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-pittosporum-deep-rooted.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-pittosporum-deep-rooted.html</guid><description>Are Pittosporum deep rooted?
Most of the plants in the genus Pittosporum are easily propagated from seed, but germination may be slow. Kōhūhū is a relatively fast growing plant growing from 0.5 metres to 3 metres within five years. The root system is shallow and spread out.
How long do Pittosporum t...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:58:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of wood boring bumble bees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-wood-boring-bumble-bees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-wood-boring-bumble-bees.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of wood boring bumble bees?
If you have an active carpenter bee infestation, follow these guidelines to exterminate them.
Spray a residual insecticide in the areas where the bees are active.
Apply Residual Insecticide Dust in Carpenter Bee holes and galleries with a duster.
Plu...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:46:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the East County of San Diego?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-east-county-of-san-diego.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-east-county-of-san-diego.html</guid><description>Which is the East County of San Diego?
East County is an expansive region, encompassing more than three quarters of San Diego County. The area can be accessed by heading east on Interstate 8, and California highways 94 and 52, 78 and 76.
Are there webcams in East County San Diego?
Here are some hand...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:46:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you know when a walnut tree is dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-know-when-a-walnut-tree-is-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-know-when-a-walnut-tree-is-dying.html</guid><description>How do you know when a walnut tree is dying?
Walnut bark is normally shaggy and rough, but if you can pull it away with your fingers, the tree is dying or dead. If the bark is peeled all the way around the trunk, it’s definitely dead. If the tree’s cambium layer is exposed, it cannot pull water and ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:45:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should sprinkler valves be on or off?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-sprinkler-valves-be-on-or-off.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-sprinkler-valves-be-on-or-off.html</guid><description>Should sprinkler valves be on or off?
1. Use the manual flow control on each valve to close all of the valves. Now the main water supply should be on, but none of the valves should be allowing water through. The valve should come on and sprinklers run.
What kind of rain bird valve do I Need?
1″ Co...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:36:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I stain my deck immediately after it is built?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-stain-my-deck-immediately-after-it-is-built.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-stain-my-deck-immediately-after-it-is-built.html</guid><description>Should I stain my deck immediately after it is built?
When to Stain a New Deck Generally, all new decks should dry out for at least 30 days before stain or paint is applied. Although a finish can be applied immediately after construction, more work is involved, so it’s best to let the wood fully dry...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:36:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When Should I aerate my lawn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-should-i-aerate-my-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-should-i-aerate-my-lawn.html</guid><description>When Should I aerate my lawn?
You want to aerate the lawn when your grass is in its peak growing period so it can recover quickly—think early spring or fall for cool-season grasses, and late spring through early summer for warm-season grasses. If you have high-traffic areas or heavy clay soil, you w...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:34:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do controllers usually last?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-controllers-usually-last.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-controllers-usually-last.html</guid><description>How long do controllers usually last?
It might overheat if the airflow is obstructed by dust. And depends on how dusty your room is, you’ll probably get around 5 years. If you drop it, well it’ll depend on how high and how often you drop it. It could last for around 1 hour or perhaps 1 year.
How do ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:32:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you kill California pepper tree roots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-kill-california-pepper-tree-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-kill-california-pepper-tree-roots.html</guid><description>How do you kill California pepper tree roots?
Cut Brazilian pepper trees down to just above ground level with the machete. Immediately spray the stumps with a triclopyr ester or glyphosate-based herbicide.
How do I get rid of California pepper trees?
Cut the tree down to the stump as low as you ca...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:29:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can humans live in places along the Wasatch Front?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-humans-live-in-places-along-the-wasatch-front.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-humans-live-in-places-along-the-wasatch-front.html</guid><description>Can humans live in places along the Wasatch Front?
Many people move to Utah’s Wasatch Front, in part, because of the spectacular Wasatch mountain range. Approximately 1.6 million people (about 80% of Utah’s residents) live along the Wasatch Front.
What bats live along the Wasatch Front?
Bats-Order...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:28:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I tell what kind of willow tree I have?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-tell-what-kind-of-willow-tree-i-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-tell-what-kind-of-willow-tree-i-have.html</guid><description>How can I tell what kind of willow tree I have?
Look for long, narrow but slightly wider leaves that are non-lobed, smooth and shiny with fine double teeth along the edges to identify the shining willow (S. lucida). This short-trunked, shrub-like willow tree grows up to 25 feet tall and has smooth, ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:27:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is a small shrub called?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-a-small-shrub-called.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-a-small-shrub-called.html</guid><description>What is a small shrub called?
Small shrubs, less than 2 m (6.6 ft) tall are sometimes termed subshrubs.
What are shrubs with two examples?
Shrubs are medium-sized plants with bushy and hard (but not thick) stems with branches. Their stem braches out near the base. Examples of shrubs are rose, lemon,...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:24:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best playground surface material?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-playground-surface-material.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-playground-surface-material.html</guid><description>What is the best playground surface material?
Top 5 Playground Surface Materials
1.) Solid Rubber Surface. This is first on the list because it’s not only the safest, but it requires the least amount of maintenance.
2.) Artificial Grass or Turf.
3.) Play Sand and Pea Gravel.
4.) Rubber Mulch (Nu...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:12:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are three trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-three-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-three-trees.html</guid><description>What are three trees?
Hear this out loudPauseThere are three basic leaf types: needles, scales and broadleaf. Most evergreens have needles or scales, while most broadleaf trees are deciduous, meaning they drop their leaves when dormant. However, there are exceptions. Larch has green needles that tur...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:11:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is Wisley still open?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-wisley-still-open.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-wisley-still-open.html</guid><description>Is Wisley still open?
Garden centres and catering venues at the five RHS Gardens remain open. Our foremost priority is always the health and safety of our members, visitors, staff and volunteers, and we ask that everyone continues to support efforts to reduce the spread of the virus as we move out o...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:06:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I fertilize my lawn year round?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-fertilize-my-lawn-year-round.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-fertilize-my-lawn-year-round.html</guid><description>How do I fertilize my lawn year round?
Fertilize: If you have cool-season grass in your lawn, aim to fertilize in early spring. You can wait until mid-to-late spring if you have warm-season grass. Fertilize as your grass begins its most active growth period. We recommend using a slow-release fertili...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:05:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of wire to use on trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-wire-to-use-on-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-wire-to-use-on-trees.html</guid><description>What kind of wire to use on trees?
Another serious problem is the metal composition of the staples. This metal can poison and kill the tree. The proper way to attach the wire to a tree is by using stainless steel screws and nylon zip ties. First, the stainless steel will not poison the tree.
What ha...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:01:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do old pecan trees stop producing?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-old-pecan-trees-stop-producing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-old-pecan-trees-stop-producing.html</guid><description>Do old pecan trees stop producing?
Remember that many pecan cultivars do not start producing nuts until they are 12 to 15 years of age. One of the most overlooked reasons why pecan trees sometimes fail to produce is poor variety. So for example, if the tree were 10 years old, you would add 10 pounds...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:53:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you buy an indoor bonsai tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-buy-an-indoor-bonsai-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-buy-an-indoor-bonsai-tree.html</guid><description>Can you buy an indoor bonsai tree?
Chinese Elm bonsai are great for both indoor and outdoor environments. They are easily pruned and maintained. Great for beginners as well as experienced enthusiasts. Direct from our own nursery.
Are bonsai trees worth money?
A bonsai’s price ranges from about $10...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:49:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my Austrian pine turning yellow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-austrian-pine-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-austrian-pine-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why is my Austrian pine turning yellow?
Yet despite the name “evergreen,” as pines and other conifers age, their needles become less effective in producing food and become shaded by the growth of newer needles. This causes the older needles to turn yellow, then brown, and to eventually fall off.
How...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:49:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What bugs can kill a pine tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-bugs-can-kill-a-pine-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-bugs-can-kill-a-pine-tree.html</guid><description>What bugs can kill a pine tree?
Bugs That Kill Pine Trees
Pine Needle Scale. Pine needle scale is an insect and major pest for ornamental pine trees.
European Pine Sawfly. The European pine sawfly originates in Europe as its name indicates.
Southern Pine Beetle. The Southern pine beetle also can ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:49:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can my husband sell our marital home?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-my-husband-sell-our-marital-home.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-my-husband-sell-our-marital-home.html</guid><description>Can my husband sell our marital home?
If both your name and your spouse’s name are on the homeownership papers, your partner does not have any legal right to force you to sell the family house. However, if your spouse can prove that their money is tied up in property and they need to sell it to open...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:38:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Who diagnoses sick trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/who-diagnoses-sick-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/who-diagnoses-sick-trees.html</guid><description>Who diagnoses sick trees?
arborists
Certified arborists are equipped to offer planting, pruning, transplanting, fertilizing, monitoring and treatment for insects and diseases and tree removal. Consulting arborists specialize in diagnosing problems, recommending treatments, tree appraisals and sugges...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:27:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there waterfront homes in Lake Conroe TX?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-waterfront-homes-in-lake-conroe-tx.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-waterfront-homes-in-lake-conroe-tx.html</guid><description>Are there waterfront homes in Lake Conroe TX?
Lake Conroe features some of the nicest Waterfront Communities in Texas, with high-end Waterfront Property in high demand. Search below for Homes on Lake Conroe currently For Sale, and please Contact Us if you would like to go take a look at any of them ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:21:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do weeds grow under pine trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-weeds-grow-under-pine-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-weeds-grow-under-pine-trees.html</guid><description>Do weeds grow under pine trees?
Many gardeners dislike weeds growing around their pine trees. They make a yard look less cared for, and they can spread from the area beneath a pine tree to a nearby vegetable garden or landscape. A combination of weeding and mulching is usually the best way to keep w...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:20:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where does the Nothofagus obliqua tree come from?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-does-the-nothofagus-obliqua-tree-come-from.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-does-the-nothofagus-obliqua-tree-come-from.html</guid><description>Where does the Nothofagus obliqua tree come from?
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Nothofagus obliqua, commonly known as Patagonian oak, roble, pellín, roble pellín, and hualle in its early state of growth or roble beech, is a deciduous tree from Chile and Argentina. It grows from 33 to 43° sou...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:15:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do trees die?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-trees-die.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-trees-die.html</guid><description>How do trees die?
In fact, most trees die from the accumulated misfortunes of exposure to the stress of wind, disease, insects, pollution, soil erosion, soil compaction, weather and people. Trees have growth, reproduction and survival phases just like other organisms and their life spans can vary gr...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:13:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of ants do I have in my yard?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-ants-do-i-have-in-my-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-ants-do-i-have-in-my-yard.html</guid><description>What kind of ants do I have in my yard?
Let this guide help you.
Carpenter Ants. Carpenter ants, which are typically black and ¼ to ½ inch long, are common pests throughout North America.
Odorous House Ants.
Pavement Ants.
Pharaoh Ants.
Argentine Ants.
Fire Ants.
How do I identify an ant?
An...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 04:08:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does an architect do for a home addition?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-an-architect-do-for-a-home-addition.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-an-architect-do-for-a-home-addition.html</guid><description>What does an architect do for a home addition?
Architects are highly trained in building design, engineering, and ergonomics. At the outset of a remodeling project, an architect will examine your house, listen to your dreams and needs, and then provide solutions and approximate building costs.
How m...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 03:59:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you add stepchildren to a family tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-add-stepchildren-to-a-family-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-add-stepchildren-to-a-family-tree.html</guid><description>Do you add stepchildren to a family tree?
You should add the persons according to the following order: Mother and Father A are biological parents of a child: The new family group (one biological parent and new partner) is not showing the child: When you sync your family tree to the family site, the ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 03:41:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is a honey locust tree poisonous?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-a-honey-locust-tree-poisonous.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-a-honey-locust-tree-poisonous.html</guid><description>Is a honey locust tree poisonous?
Honey locust can produce numerous thorns that are capable of puncturing implement tires. Though not listed as a toxic plant, contact with thorns often results in sore wounds that are slow to heal.
Do honey locust thorns have poison?
Although being scratched by the...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 03:39:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I stop squirrels from digging up my lawn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-stop-squirrels-from-digging-up-my-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-stop-squirrels-from-digging-up-my-lawn.html</guid><description>How do I stop squirrels from digging up my lawn?
How to prevent squirrels from digging up the lawn
Get an outside dog. A guard dog shouldn’t be chained to a dog house, it should roam around free.
Don’t feed them!
Keep the rubbish bins sealed.
Keep dog and cat food inside.
Lay wire mesh over the...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 03:36:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my sprinkler system thump?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-sprinkler-system-thump.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-sprinkler-system-thump.html</guid><description>Why does my sprinkler system thump?
Like indoor plumbing, air trapped in the system can cause a hammering sound along the pipes and especially near the sprinkler valve. This knocking sound is called water hammer and is cured by passing the air through the piping system.
How do I stop water hammer in...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 03:36:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What month should peaches be picked?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-month-should-peaches-be-picked.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-month-should-peaches-be-picked.html</guid><description>What month should peaches be picked?
Peaches are harvested when they are fully ripe from late June through July and August.
Can I pick peaches before they are ripe?
The exact time to pick peaches is determined by the cultivar, but generally they are harvested from late June through August. Also, p...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 03:17:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do cypress trees grow well in Florida?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-cypress-trees-grow-well-in-florida.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-cypress-trees-grow-well-in-florida.html</guid><description>Do cypress trees grow well in Florida?
Cypress is cold hardy and grows anywhere in South Florida. It must have well drained soil and does best in full to part sun.
What kind of cypress trees grow in Florida?
Cypress trees, the most flood-tolerant of all Florida tree species, grow in areas that are...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 03:13:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can beans be planted with broccoli?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-beans-be-planted-with-broccoli.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-beans-be-planted-with-broccoli.html</guid><description>Can beans be planted with broccoli?
Broccoli enjoys the company of beans and cucumbers as well. Beets, as well as nasturtiums and marigolds make great companions since they do not require the large amount of calcium that broccoli craves. Chamomile isn’t the only broccoli companion herb.
Can you grow...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 03:06:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many years does it take for a cedar tree to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-years-does-it-take-for-a-cedar-tree-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-years-does-it-take-for-a-cedar-tree-to-grow.html</guid><description>How many years does it take for a cedar tree to grow?
Cedar trees grow to an average height of 30 – 40 meters. Some are occasionally known to grow up to 70 meters. The time it takes for a tree to reach maturity depends on many factors, not the least of which is genetics. Some trees are slow growers ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 03:06:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can I do with an overgrown cactus?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-do-with-an-overgrown-cactus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-do-with-an-overgrown-cactus.html</guid><description>What can I do with an overgrown cactus?
What to Do With Pruned Off Parts
Pads will root if laid on top of soil and develop into a new plant of the same species.
Cut stems and trunks should be allowed to callus at the end for several days and then can be planted to create new cactus.
How can cactus...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:59:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall should you keep Tall Fescue?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-should-you-keep-tall-fescue.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-should-you-keep-tall-fescue.html</guid><description>How tall should you keep Tall Fescue?
3.5-4 inches
Keep Mowing High The ideal mowing height for Tall Fescue is 3.5-4 inches. Virginia Green recommends always keeping the mower deck at the highest possible setting.
Is Tall Fescue bad for lawn?
Tall fescue is one of the more important cool season gras...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:58:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you plant lavender in February?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-plant-lavender-in-february.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-plant-lavender-in-february.html</guid><description>Can you plant lavender in February?
Most people prefer to buy pre-grown lavender plants, but if you’re on a budget or enjoy a challenge, you can grow your own lavender plants from seed. Sow lavender seeds from February to July on the surface of moist seed compost.
Are lavender plants all year round?...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:53:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you need two fruit trees to produce fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-need-two-fruit-trees-to-produce-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-need-two-fruit-trees-to-produce-fruit.html</guid><description>Do you need two fruit trees to produce fruit?
Some types of fruit trees require two trees to insure a fruit crop — but not all do. Flowering plants, including fruit trees, require pollination before fruit is produced. When pollen, the male contribution, finds its way to the female structure, fertili...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:52:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you tell if a knife has been sharpened?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-tell-if-a-knife-has-been-sharpened.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-tell-if-a-knife-has-been-sharpened.html</guid><description>How do you tell if a knife has been sharpened?
Fingernail Sharpness Test: Testing sharpness on your fingernail is the go-to sharp test for Work Sharp at knife shows and sharpening events. The technique is simple… gently tap the edge of the blade against your fingernail. Your knife is sharp if the bl...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:44:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you stop fungus from growing in your body?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-stop-fungus-from-growing-in-your-body.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-stop-fungus-from-growing-in-your-body.html</guid><description>How do you stop fungus from growing in your body?
How can fungal infections be prevented?
keep your skin clean and dry, particularly the folds of your skin.
wash your hands often, especially after touching animals or other people.
avoid using other people’s towels and other personal care products.
...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:44:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best way to reseed a lawn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-way-to-reseed-a-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-way-to-reseed-a-lawn.html</guid><description>What is the best way to reseed a lawn?
How to overseed your lawn
Mow the lawn to approx 25mm.
Use a spring tine rake to break up and remove the layer of dead matted grass known as thatch.
Using a garden fork, spike the lawn to a depth of approx.
If your lawn has not been fed in the last 4 months ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:41:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I cover tomato plants at 35 degrees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-cover-tomato-plants-at-35-degrees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-i-cover-tomato-plants-at-35-degrees.html</guid><description>Should I cover tomato plants at 35 degrees?
Tomato plants will survive temperatures down to freezing, so a low temperature of 35 degrees will not kill them. Insulate the plant with sheets or cloches if frost threatens. To ensure plant safety, protect tomato plants any time a temperature of 35 degree...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:40:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you make a homemade tree stand?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-make-a-homemade-tree-stand.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-make-a-homemade-tree-stand.html</guid><description>How do you make a homemade tree stand?
How to Build a Tree Stand
Lie two 20 foot (6 meter) 2-by-4 beams side by side, with the 2-inch (5-cm) side facing up.
Make the rungs.
Place the rungs along the 20-foot (6.096 meter) 2-by-4’s at 18-inch (45.72-cm) intervals.
Nail or screw the rungs to the 2-by...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:35:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall is an oak tree after 10 years?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-is-an-oak-tree-after-10-years.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-is-an-oak-tree-after-10-years.html</guid><description>How tall is an oak tree after 10 years?
Growing to 6m after 10 years and 11m after 20 years. The female flowers are found near the end of each twig and are reddish-brown in colour. The male flowers hang down on bright green catkins. The flowering month is May and, being a deciduous tree, it sheds it...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:29:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do oak trees develop over time?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-oak-trees-develop-over-time.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-oak-trees-develop-over-time.html</guid><description>Do oak trees develop over time?
Although some species remain small even when mature (e.g. dwarf chestnut oak), most oaks will become large trees much faster than you think, so picture the area a mature oak (and its root system) will occupy in 20 years.
Do oak trees have sap?
Oak trees are one of the...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:28:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can magnolias get too much water?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-magnolias-get-too-much-water.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-magnolias-get-too-much-water.html</guid><description>Can magnolias get too much water?
Magnolias do best when the soil is neutral to slightly acidic. Too little water can cause drought stress, which results in yellowing leaves on magnolias. Too much water, or soil that doesn’t drain well, can drown the tree roots. This can also cause yellow magnolia l...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:27:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you keep apples from getting maggots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-keep-apples-from-getting-maggots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-keep-apples-from-getting-maggots.html</guid><description>How do you keep apples from getting maggots?
Kaolin clay can discourage apple maggot flies and other insects from laying eggs in apple plantings. This method is best used with traps and before any pesticide application. Apply clay in a visible layer to all surfaces of the tree, leaves and fruit. Thi...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:22:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I get rid of weeds permanently?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-get-rid-of-weeds-permanently.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-get-rid-of-weeds-permanently.html</guid><description>How can I get rid of weeds permanently?
Burn weeds with weed flame gun, spray with vinegar, dig them out or cover with tarpaulin or carpet. Chemical control: Use our combination weed kille﻿r﻿ and sprayer﻿﻿﻿, it kills down to the roots and kills weeds permanently.
How do you permanently get rid of we...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 02:08:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the work of a landscaper?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-work-of-a-landscaper.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-work-of-a-landscaper.html</guid><description>What is the work of a landscaper?
Landscapers design, plan and maintain gardens and parks. Landscapers make sure plants are growing well, weeds are controlled and hedges remain in good shape. They usually work for local councils, landscaping companies or for themselves as an independent contractor a...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:50:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the Best Evergreen for a privacy hedge?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-best-evergreen-for-a-privacy-hedge.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-best-evergreen-for-a-privacy-hedge.html</guid><description>Which is the Best Evergreen for a privacy hedge?
10 Best Evergreens for Privacy Screens and Hedges 1 Boxwood. 2 Yew. 3 Arborvitae Green Giant. 4 Holly. 5 Firethorn. 6 Leyland Cypress. 7 Variegated Japanese Laurel. 8 Cotoneaster. 9 Heavenly Bamboo. 10 Privet.
What kind of wall is best for privacy?
...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:48:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you prove a tree has been poisoned?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-prove-a-tree-has-been-poisoned.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-prove-a-tree-has-been-poisoned.html</guid><description>How do you prove a tree has been poisoned?
A tree that been injected with poison will typically begin to show signs of deterioration within 1-2 weeks. The symptoms include wilting and yellowing leaves, rapid and massive leaf drop, and stunted buds. Herbicides, such as glyphosate are a favorite of tr...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:48:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my tree sprouting?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-tree-sprouting.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-tree-sprouting.html</guid><description>Why is my tree sprouting?
In general there are two reasons a tree might start growing suckers: because it’s under stress, or because a graft has failed. Stress. Suckers are a tree’s attempt to grow more branches, often in response to some kind of injury. If the roots have been damaged, suckers may g...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:41:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you landscape a backyard with a slope?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-landscape-a-backyard-with-a-slope.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-landscape-a-backyard-with-a-slope.html</guid><description>How do you landscape a backyard with a slope?
Here are 10 solid ideas for landscaping a sloping, or even a downright hilly, backyard.
Break Out in Tiers. 1/11.
Build Some Stairs. 2/11.
Make a Natural Staircase. 3/11.
Design a Waterfall. 4/11.
Lay a Winding Path. 5/11.
Erect a Retaining Wall. 6...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:25:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of pot should I plant a lemon tree in?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-pot-should-i-plant-a-lemon-tree-in.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-pot-should-i-plant-a-lemon-tree-in.html</guid><description>What kind of pot should I plant a lemon tree in?
Use a large (28 inches or larger) durable pot. A half wine barrel is a good choice. Non-porous ceramic pots also work well. If you live in an area that gets cold in the winter, consider how you will move the pot.
Can I grow a lemon tree in a pot outsi...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:17:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you install turf on your own?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-install-turf-on-your-own.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-install-turf-on-your-own.html</guid><description>Can you install turf on your own?
Just as with any home improvement project, DIY is a way to significantly reduce the overall cost of your turf, and, yes, you absolutely can install the grass yourself.
How do I replace my lawn with artificial turf?
Artificial Grass Installation Guide
Remove Grass...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:16:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my gardenia flowers falling off before they bloom?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-gardenia-flowers-falling-off-before-they-bloom.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-gardenia-flowers-falling-off-before-they-bloom.html</guid><description>Why are my gardenia flowers falling off before they bloom?
Combat Bud Drop At times an apparently healthy gardenia will drop all or most of the developing flower buds just before they open. Such “bud drop” can result from several environmental and cultural factors. Water is often to blame, whether i...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:13:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do flower seed packets work?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-flower-seed-packets-work.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-flower-seed-packets-work.html</guid><description>Do flower seed packets work?
No harm will come from using old seeds. The flowers or fruit that come from out-of-date seeds will be of the same quality as if they were grown from fresh seeds. Using seeds from old vegetable seed packets will produce vegetables that are just as nutritious as those from...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:05:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the biggest downside to organic farming?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-biggest-downside-to-organic-farming.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-biggest-downside-to-organic-farming.html</guid><description>What is the biggest downside to organic farming?
Higher costs The soil required for carrying out organic farming is more expensive than the soil used in traditional farming methods. Even if the initial costs are higher, the soil with time becomes healthier with organic farming and it is more cheap a...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:05:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What to do with a pond when it rains?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-to-do-with-a-pond-when-it-rains.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-to-do-with-a-pond-when-it-rains.html</guid><description>What to do with a pond when it rains?
To maintain stable water levels during heavy rain, you can install some form of drainage or runoff system. To achieve this, you can install an actual drain (such as a grate with rocks) at a low point near your pond or at a high point on a wall within the pond.
D...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:03:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best tree to plant to soak up water?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-tree-to-plant-to-soak-up-water.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-tree-to-plant-to-soak-up-water.html</guid><description>What is the best tree to plant to soak up water?
In the deciduous tree category, possibilities include water tupelo (Nyssa aquatica), black gum (Nyssa sylvatica), river birch (Betula nigra), weeping willow (Salix babylonica) and ironwood (Carpinus caroliniana).
How do you deepwater trees?
Deep water...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:02:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What plant is good for big pots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-plant-is-good-for-big-pots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-plant-is-good-for-big-pots.html</guid><description>What plant is good for big pots?
A good option is ‘Emerald Green’ arborvitae, a semi-dwarf cultivar that grows in a narrow pyramid shape to around 7 to 15 feet tall. Plant it in a large pot with high-quality soil, and it should live in your container garden for many years.
What is the easiest plant ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 01:01:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much water does a newly planted Chinese pistache need?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-water-does-a-newly-planted-chinese-pistache-need.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-water-does-a-newly-planted-chinese-pistache-need.html</guid><description>How much water does a newly planted Chinese pistache need?
Young trees need more water than well-established trees. You want to keep the soil moist but not water-logged. We recommend five gallons of water per caliper inch per week. During weeks of heavy rain, skip the supplemental watering.
Do Chine...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:59:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I take a picture of a plant and identify it?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-take-a-picture-of-a-plant-and-identify-it.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-take-a-picture-of-a-plant-and-identify-it.html</guid><description>How can I take a picture of a plant and identify it?
To identify a plant you simply need to simply snap a photo of the plant, and the app will tell you what it is in a matter of seconds! PlantSnap can currently recognize 90% of all known species of plants and trees, which covers most of the species ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:57:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What has small green poop?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-has-small-green-poop.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-has-small-green-poop.html</guid><description>What has small green poop?
If you experience green stools without any other symptoms, the culprit is probably leafy green vegetables or food coloring. If you have other symptoms, such as recurring diarrhea or vomiting that doesn’t improve, this can indicate a medical condition like Crohn’s disease o...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:52:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my pear tree turning yellow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-pear-tree-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-pear-tree-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why is my pear tree turning yellow?
The most obvious cause of pear tree leaves turning yellow is, of course, autumn. Spray petroleum oil on the leaves in late winter to deter egg laying. Your yellow pear leaves might also be caused by the stress of over or under watering. Pear trees like infrequent,...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:51:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get rid of pecan tree galls?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-rid-of-pecan-tree-galls.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-rid-of-pecan-tree-galls.html</guid><description>How do I get rid of pecan tree galls?
Proper treatment consists of spraying the entire trunk and large branches with an insecticide labeled for controlling aphids. The trunk is sprayed because a majority of the eggs are laid in the cracks and cervices of the bark. The eggs hatch in the spring, when ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:46:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my maple leaves limp?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-maple-leaves-limp.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-maple-leaves-limp.html</guid><description>Why are my maple leaves limp?
Without new root development, they are less able to absorb water and nutrients. The first summer is the most challenging for newly planted trees. Watch for signs of drought stress which include wilting of leaves and new growth, scorching of the leaf edges and dry, curle...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:36:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat a scab on a pecan tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-a-scab-on-a-pecan-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-a-scab-on-a-pecan-tree.html</guid><description>How do you treat a scab on a pecan tree?
If you are wondering how to treat pecan scab, the only effective means is spraying fungicides. However, pecan trees are generally too tall to allow homeowners to spray them easily., and they must be sprayed multiple times in order to combat the disease.
What ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:35:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my yard being taken over by clover?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-yard-being-taken-over-by-clover.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-yard-being-taken-over-by-clover.html</guid><description>Why is my yard being taken over by clover?
Why is clover taking over my lawn? Clover can take over your lawn in the right conditions—low grass, the wrong soil pH, compacted soil, and poor nitrogen levels are excellent growing conditions for clover.
Is clover a good sign of a healthy lawn?
Because cl...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:34:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens if you kill the roots of a tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-happens-if-you-kill-the-roots-of-a-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-happens-if-you-kill-the-roots-of-a-tree.html</guid><description>What happens if you kill the roots of a tree?
The tree will be unable to transport nutrients from the leaves to the roots and will die in a matter of weeks. Knowing how to kill tree roots is the same as knowing how to kill a tree. Tree roots need to breathe and if they are suffocated, the tree will ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:33:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you install a French drain in your yard?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-install-a-french-drain-in-your-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-install-a-french-drain-in-your-yard.html</guid><description>How do you install a French drain in your yard?
Plan the Location. Figure out where the excess water is pooling and where you want it to go.
Dig a Trench.
Line the Trench with Filter Fabric.
Pour the Gravel Bedding.
Hook Up the Pipe Connections.
Set the Pipe Drain in the Trench.
Cover with Gr...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:33:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast do October Glory red maples grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-do-october-glory-red-maples-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-do-october-glory-red-maples-grow.html</guid><description>How fast do October Glory red maples grow?
about 24 inches
Ideal conditions include well-drained, slightly acidic soil. The tree is not drought- and salt spray-tolerant. It grows about 24 inches each season.
How big do October Glory red maples get?
The October Glory maple grows to a height of 40–50′...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:31:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of fungus on pecan trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-on-pecan-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-fungus-on-pecan-trees.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of fungus on pecan trees?
If you have an established orchard of susceptible cultivars, the best way to manage scab is to implement a fungicide spray program to reduce the rate of disease. There are several other fungal diseases that can infect pecan, but they are usually controlle...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:27:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What plants look good all year round?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-plants-look-good-all-year-round.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-plants-look-good-all-year-round.html</guid><description>What plants look good all year round?
Plants that look good all year
Heart-shaped, purple leaves of the redbud.
Masses of fiery-coloured ‘Red Sentinel’ crab apples.
White, star-shaped flowers of snowy mespilus.
Small, white flowers and blood red berries of ‘Dart’s Red Robin’ viburnum.
White, bell-s...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:27:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my tree dripping water after cutting off a limb?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-tree-dripping-water-after-cutting-off-a-limb.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-tree-dripping-water-after-cutting-off-a-limb.html</guid><description>Why is my tree dripping water after cutting off a limb?
If your tree is leaking water from the trunk,, there is a good chance your tree has bacterial disease called wetwood, also known as slime flux. This disease enters and seeps out of the trees in a liquid form that looks like water.
What happens ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:27:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the white stuff on my indoor palm tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-white-stuff-on-my-indoor-palm-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-white-stuff-on-my-indoor-palm-tree.html</guid><description>What is the white stuff on my indoor palm tree?
Some palm trees, such as Pygmy date palms, have waxy surfaces which appear as tiny white spots on the leaves. This is normal and is nothing to worry about. More plump, white “spots” that are slightly raised point to a scale insect infestation. A common...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 00:26:14 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>