<?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 01:37:56 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>How do you remove black sooty mould from citrus trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-remove-black-sooty-mould-from-citrus-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-remove-black-sooty-mould-from-citrus-trees.html</guid><description>How do you remove black sooty mould from citrus trees?
Hear this out loudPauseUse about a cup of ordinary cooking oil, a half a cup of water and a tiny amount of ordinary washing-up detergent. This is known as white oil. Put it in water, so it’s about 40 parts water to one of this mixture. Stir it u...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:36:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How old do pine trees have to be to harvest?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-do-pine-trees-have-to-be-to-harvest.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-do-pine-trees-have-to-be-to-harvest.html</guid><description>How old do pine trees have to be to harvest?
In the US South, pine trees are considered mature at 25-40 years old. Plantations are typically thinned when trees are 12-15 years old to promote the growth and improve the quality of the most desirable trees in a stand. Trees that remain are often thinne...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:36:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a mulberry tree to mature?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-mulberry-tree-to-mature.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-mulberry-tree-to-mature.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a mulberry tree to mature?
In general, it can take up to two to three years for everbearing mulberry trees to fruit. However, some nurseries carry everbearing mulberry trees that will fruit the first year. The trees bear fruit from June until September.
What months do mulbe...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:33:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How far should a red oak tree be from a house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-should-a-red-oak-tree-be-from-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-should-a-red-oak-tree-be-from-a-house.html</guid><description>How far should a red oak tree be from a house?
It’s important to know just how close is too close when it comes to protecting your house from tree damage. How far away should trees be from your house? As a general rule, trees should be planted anywhere from 10 to 20 feet (3 to 6 meters) away from yo...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:32:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the white stuff growing on my pine tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-white-stuff-growing-on-my-pine-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-white-stuff-growing-on-my-pine-tree.html</guid><description>What is the white stuff growing on my pine tree?
The pine bark adelgid is found throughout the eastern U.S. on white, Scots and Austrian pine trees. Trunks of heavily infested trees appear white (as if painted) because of the fuzzy covering on the insects. Pine bark adelgids are sap feeders and suck...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:26:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the best things to do in Kawartha Lakes?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-best-things-to-do-in-kawartha-lakes.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-best-things-to-do-in-kawartha-lakes.html</guid><description>What are the best things to do in Kawartha Lakes?
1. Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park 2. Lock 35 – Rosedale 3. Emily Provincial Park 4. Ken Reid Conservation Area 5. Kawartha Settlers’ Village 6. Horseless Carriage Museum 7. Balsam Lake Provincial Park 8. Carden Plain 9. Academy Theatre ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:24:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do avocado trees lose leaves in spring?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-avocado-trees-lose-leaves-in-spring.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-avocado-trees-lose-leaves-in-spring.html</guid><description>Do avocado trees lose leaves in spring?
It has occasionally dropped leaves, but they have always grown back. However, since it has become winter, the avocado will grow some leaves, and then a few days-weeks later they will shrivel up and fall off.
Do avocado trees lose their leaves seasonally?
It ha...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:21:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the monetary value of a tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-monetary-value-of-a-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-monetary-value-of-a-tree.html</guid><description>What is the monetary value of a tree?
They have found that a single tree provides $73 worth of air conditioning, $75 worth of erosion control, $75 worth of wildlife shelter, and $50 worth of air pollution reduction. Compounding this total of $273 for fifty years at 5% interest results in a tree valu...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:16:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you overwater a tulip tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-overwater-a-tulip-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-overwater-a-tulip-tree.html</guid><description>Can you overwater a tulip tree?
Don’t allow the plants to dry out, but don’t overwater either. Unfortunately, this tree is a victim to several canker diseases and poplar weevils.
How often do you water a tulip tree?
A good rule of thumb when watering trees is to give it 5 minutes of watering time ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:14:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does a Ligustrum tree get?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-a-ligustrum-tree-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-a-ligustrum-tree-get.html</guid><description>How tall does a Ligustrum tree get?
45 feet
lucidum) is an evergreen tree that grows 45 feet (13.5 m.) tall or more, but you can grow it as a large shrub with frequent pruning. It produces large, showy flower clusters and a huge crop of purple-blue berries.
What is the fastest-growing Ligustrum?
C...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:57:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big does a post oak tree get?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-does-a-post-oak-tree-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-does-a-post-oak-tree-get.html</guid><description>How big does a post oak tree get?
Post oak (Quercus stellata) is also called iron oak, box white oak, and rough oak. A deciduous shrub or small to medium size tree growing to 40 feet and reaching a maximum of 108 feet with a trunk diameter of 1 to 2 feet – but commonly much smaller. Post oak can be ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:55:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can I prune a newly planted Japanese maple?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-i-prune-a-newly-planted-japanese-maple.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-i-prune-a-newly-planted-japanese-maple.html</guid><description>Can I prune a newly planted Japanese maple?
When to Prune Japanese Maple Trees The best time to trim most ornamental and fruit trees is during the winter months while they are dormant. For Japanese maples, it is recommended to do structural pruning in the winter and wait until late spring, after the...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:54:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can we claim insurance after discharge?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-we-claim-insurance-after-discharge.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-we-claim-insurance-after-discharge.html</guid><description>Can we claim insurance after discharge?
If you want speedy reimbursement, keep the health insurance claim form duly filled and ready, preferably before the discharge. Upon your discharge, you can attach all other relevant documents along, and then pass it to the insurer to request for reimbursement ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:43:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What bug attacks oak trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-bug-attacks-oak-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-bug-attacks-oak-trees.html</guid><description>What bug attacks oak trees?
Oak Borer Red oak borers
Red Oak Borer Red oak borers are a species of beetle that lay their larvae on the bark of oak trees. The larvae then burrow through the bark and into the tree’s wood, spending about two years creating tunnels and galleries in the wood before emerg...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:34:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where are oak trees located?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-are-oak-trees-located.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-are-oak-trees-located.html</guid><description>Where are oak trees located?
Oak trees can grow well in temperate and tropical climates and are found in regions of Asia and North America. This article will deal with the characteristics of the three main types of oak trees – White Oak, Red Oak, and the Black Oak.
What is our national tree where is...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:32:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you remove the stem from a mulberry?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-remove-the-stem-from-a-mulberry.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-remove-the-stem-from-a-mulberry.html</guid><description>How do you remove the stem from a mulberry?
If not, the stems can easily be removed using kitchen shears, nail clippers or even by pinching them off between two fingers. Your Homestead Journey explains that stems can also be removed by freezing the berries in a container and then shaking the contain...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:27:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can you tell how old a pecan tree is?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-you-tell-how-old-a-pecan-tree-is.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-you-tell-how-old-a-pecan-tree-is.html</guid><description>How can you tell how old a pecan tree is?
How to Tell the Age of a Tree Without Cutting it Down
Wrap the tape measure around the tree at about four and a half feet above the ground. This measurement is the tree’s circumference.
Use the circumference to find the diameter of the tree.
Determine the...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:23:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What makes Williamson County Texas accessible to Austin?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-makes-williamson-county-texas-accessible-to-austin.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-makes-williamson-county-texas-accessible-to-austin.html</guid><description>What makes Williamson County Texas accessible to Austin?
Two new colleges and two new hospitals have opened since 2015. Another significant factor has been the opening of the North Loop 1 and Texas State Highway 45 toll roads, which have made Williamson County more accessible to Austin.
Why is Willi...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:22:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big do Japanese maple trunks get?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-do-japanese-maple-trunks-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-do-japanese-maple-trunks-get.html</guid><description>How big do Japanese maple trunks get?
between 10 and 25 feet tall
There are a whole range of varieties which grow into upright, multi-stemmed trees between 10 and 25 feet tall. These usually mature into trees with a rounded crown, nearly as wide across as they are tall. Trees in shade will be narrow...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:17:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can olive trees be planted close to House?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-olive-trees-be-planted-close-to-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-olive-trees-be-planted-close-to-house.html</guid><description>Can olive trees be planted close to House?
Buildings. The olive tree, fully grown, reaches heights of 40 feet with a canopy 15 feet wide. Take into consideration that the roots will extend even farther out than the crown of the tree. Planted too close to a structure, the roots can damage the foundat...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:17:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can kill a silver maple tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-kill-a-silver-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-kill-a-silver-maple-tree.html</guid><description>What can kill a silver maple tree?
Since the tree has been removed, there is no reason now why you can’t excavate the roots that are surfacing. Furthermore, you may want to apply herbicide such as Pathway (active ingredient Picloram) or Garlon (active ingredient Triclopyr) to effectively kill the ro...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:14:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a sunburst locust look like?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-sunburst-locust-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-sunburst-locust-look-like.html</guid><description>What does a sunburst locust look like?
It is one of the very best yellow foliaged trees you will find. The new foliage starts out a bright, almost lemon yellow, and turns into an attractive greenish-yellow during the summer. For fall it once again assumes the beautiful colour it first had in early s...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:10:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What color do aspen leaves turn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-color-do-aspen-leaves-turn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-color-do-aspen-leaves-turn.html</guid><description>What color do aspen leaves turn?
As fall approaches with the shorter, warmer days and cooler nights, the Aspens are turning magnificent yellow, orange and red colors. Aspen leaves appear to be green, because of they contain chlorophyll. The chlorophyll helps in the photosynthesis process to turn sun...</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 00:01:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the white powder on my palm?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-white-powder-on-my-palm.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-white-powder-on-my-palm.html</guid><description>What is the white powder on my palm?
You identify white fungus on palm trees as those ‘white stuff on your palm tree. ‘ Primarily, the white fungus appears on palm trees as cotton-like soot. These whitish powdery substances usually appear first on the underside of the palm tree leaves and fronds and...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:51:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are these things on my oak tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-these-things-on-my-oak-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-these-things-on-my-oak-tree.html</guid><description>What are these things on my oak tree?
These ‘weird little balls’ are called galls, which are plant tissue growths caused by exposure to small doses of hormone-like chemicals, which are produced by the gall makers. The gall makers can be many different things – but usually it is insects that cause th...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:50:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is Dallas so hot in the summer?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-dallas-so-hot-in-the-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-dallas-so-hot-in-the-summer.html</guid><description>Why is Dallas so hot in the summer?
Summer. During the summer, the region receives warm and dry winds from the north and west, as well as hot, humid air from the Gulf of Mexico. The city’s all-time recorded high temperature is 113 °F (45 °C) during the Heat Wave of 1980, while the all-time recorded ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:48:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a crabapple tree look like when it blooms?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-crabapple-tree-look-like-when-it-blooms.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-crabapple-tree-look-like-when-it-blooms.html</guid><description>What does a crabapple tree look like when it blooms?
Crabapple blooms range in color from white to soft pink, lavender-pink and deep red. Some offer salmon or coral-colored blooms. Their flowers feature single, semi-double and double forms. The flowers of double forms usually last a bit longer than ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:47:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can forsythia survive in shade?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-forsythia-survive-in-shade.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-forsythia-survive-in-shade.html</guid><description>Can forsythia survive in shade?
Forsythias are fast growing shrubs. Many cultivars (varieties) have spreading, arching growth habits and can reach a height of 8 to 10 feet. Forsythias grow and bloom best in full sun. They will grow in partial shade, but won’t bloom as heavily.
Why is my forsythia dy...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:40:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you stop junipers from growing?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-stop-junipers-from-growing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-stop-junipers-from-growing.html</guid><description>How do you stop junipers from growing?
While overgrown juniper pruning has its limits, it is possible to trim your plant down to a more manageable shape. One good place to start is the removal of any dead or leafless branches – these can be cut off at the trunk. You can also remove any branches that...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:37:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is my hemlock dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-my-hemlock-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-my-hemlock-dying.html</guid><description>Is my hemlock dying?
The most common problem with hemlocks is infestation by an insect called hemlock woolly adelgid (Adelges tsugae). If you see deposits of white, cotton-like masses on between the needles, then this is most likely the problem. This disease is hard to cure but it can be controlled,...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:30:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best 095 Trimmer line?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-095-trimmer-line.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-095-trimmer-line.html</guid><description>What is the best 095 Trimmer line?
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Arnold Maxi Edge .095-In...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:26:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take a ponderosa pine to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-a-ponderosa-pine-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-a-ponderosa-pine-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does it take a ponderosa pine to grow?
On productive sites, trees can reach 26 inches in diameter in 30 years (8.7 inches/decade). Trees with a diameter of 30 to 50 inches and height of 90 to 130 feet are common throughout its range.
How old is the oldest Ponderosa pine?
700 years old
The o...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:17:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Who are the members of the London tree Officers Association?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/who-are-the-members-of-the-london-tree-officers-association.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/who-are-the-members-of-the-london-tree-officers-association.html</guid><description>Who are the members of the London tree Officers Association?
This is a joint effort between the London Tree Officers Association (LTOA), Ana Macias of Arbocity and Stephen Sheppard from the Collaborative for Advanced Landscape Planning, Faculty of Forestry, University of British Columbia.
How does t...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:16:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you root dappled willow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-root-dappled-willow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-root-dappled-willow.html</guid><description>Can you root dappled willow?
Dappled willow can be propagated from softwood or semi hardwood cuttings. To produce new plants, just plant 8” cuttings of stem without leaves into consistently moist soil in a small pot or nursery bed, they will generally root easily. Full grown dappled willows also tra...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:55:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a plum tree symbolize?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-plum-tree-symbolize.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-plum-tree-symbolize.html</guid><description>What does a plum tree symbolize?
They symbolise perseverance and hope, as well as, beauty thriving in adverse circumstances. As the Plum tree blossoms between two seasons, it is also seen as a symbol of spring – bringing warmth, transition and the promise of fruitfulness.
What month do you plant plu...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:53:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should you remove dead branches from an oak tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-you-remove-dead-branches-from-an-oak-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-you-remove-dead-branches-from-an-oak-tree.html</guid><description>Should you remove dead branches from an oak tree?
Yes, oak trees should be pruned regularly to remove dead, diseased, or damaged branches and to thin out the canopy. Hire or consult a professional arborist before felling large branches. Remove 1/3 of the branches once a year or every several years.
...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:48:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a dying lemon tree look like?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-dying-lemon-tree-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-dying-lemon-tree-look-like.html</guid><description>What does a dying lemon tree look like?
Discolored Leaves In cases of mild cold damage, the leaves of the lemon tree may feature mild discoloration. On the leaf, some areas are lighter green while others appear darker, giving the leaves a blotchy appearance. While unsightly, these leaves will still ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:48:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why has my tree not bloomed yet?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-has-my-tree-not-bloomed-yet.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-has-my-tree-not-bloomed-yet.html</guid><description>Why has my tree not bloomed yet?
There are many possible reasons for flowering trees failing to bloom. The trees may not have received sufficient water. You may have pruned the tree at the wrong time (homeowners sometimes remove branches containing the very buds that would have become flowers the ne...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:47:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my pecans not developing?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-pecans-not-developing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-pecans-not-developing.html</guid><description>Why are my pecans not developing?
Probable Causes for Nuts Failing to Fill Failure of nuts to fill is caused mainly by insect and disease damage to leaves and an inadequate number of leaves. Drought also causes failure to fill, if it occurs late in the growing season.
How can you tell if a pecan tre...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:46:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are silver maple trees good trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-silver-maple-trees-good-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-silver-maple-trees-good-trees.html</guid><description>Are silver maple trees good trees?
Why even consider this tree if it has so many drawbacks. It is a fast grower and is good on soils that need improvement and where most other plants will not grow. It can be very attractive in large open areas on the edge of the farmhouse landscape and it does creat...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:41:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are woodpecker holes bad for trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-woodpecker-holes-bad-for-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-woodpecker-holes-bad-for-trees.html</guid><description>Are woodpecker holes bad for trees?
Many homeowners question whether woodpeckers cause life-threatening damage to the trees they drill. In general, the answer is that they do not. Healthy trees can withstand the minor damage woodpeckers cause unless trunks or limbs receive girdling injuries.
How do ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:38:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the name of the tree that has heart-shaped leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-name-of-the-tree-that-has-heart-shaped-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-name-of-the-tree-that-has-heart-shaped-leaves.html</guid><description>What is the name of the tree that has heart-shaped leaves?
Northern CatalpaCatalpa speciosa. This is a tree that demands your attention. White, showy flowers. Giant heart-shaped leaves.
What plants leaves are heart-shaped?
Spread the Love This Valentine’s Day with These 5 Heart-Shaped Houseplants
...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:27:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why do oak trees weep?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-oak-trees-weep.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-oak-trees-weep.html</guid><description>Why do oak trees weep?
Answer: It sounds like your oak trees have slime flux or “wet wood,” which is a bacterial growth in your tree. This bacteria causes a buildup of carbon dioxide and pressure within the tree. This pressure buildup forces sap out of the tree, which is the yeasty smelling liquid w...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:17:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why did my magnolia tree died?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-did-my-magnolia-tree-died.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-did-my-magnolia-tree-died.html</guid><description>Why did my magnolia tree died?
Magnolias are very susceptible to a disease called verticillium wilt, which we also see frequently on maple, ash, smoke tree and redbud. This disease is caused by two, common soil-borne fungal organisms that get into the vasculature resulting in the plant being unable ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:13:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best way to kill a maple tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-way-to-kill-a-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-way-to-kill-a-maple-tree.html</guid><description>What is the best way to kill a maple tree?
Use a hatchet or saw to create a downward cut through the trunk that penetrates the sapwood. Form a series of identical cuts spaced 3 inches apart, all around the trunk of the maple tree. Add water-soluble herbicide to a spray bottle, and spray over the exp...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:10:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does Juniper blight look like?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-juniper-blight-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-juniper-blight-look-like.html</guid><description>What does Juniper blight look like?
Juniper twig blight is characterized by the die back of the terminal growth on an afflicted evergreen plant. The foliage will turn light green, reddish brown, or even dark gray and the dead tissue will gradually creep into the central foliage of the plant.
How do ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:03:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How often should you have oak trees trimmed?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-often-should-you-have-oak-trees-trimmed.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-often-should-you-have-oak-trees-trimmed.html</guid><description>How often should you have oak trees trimmed?
Oak Trees. Oaks are a very unique species in that they benefit from a strict trimming schedule. When they are young, trim them every two to three years. As they get older and more mature, they’ll need trimming every three to five years.
Should oak tree be...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:59:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is a zone on a sprinkler system?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-a-zone-on-a-sprinkler-system.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-a-zone-on-a-sprinkler-system.html</guid><description>What is a zone on a sprinkler system?
installing a home irrigation system All systems, however, are divided into areas called zones; each zone is designed to water separate areas with very specific types of sprinkler heads. In this type of zone, the angles of the sprinkler heads are specifically pla...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:47:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there any practice tests for the BMV in Ohio?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-any-practice-tests-for-the-bmv-in-ohio.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-any-practice-tests-for-the-bmv-in-ohio.html</guid><description>Are there any practice tests for the BMV in Ohio?
This members-only practice test covers 40 must-know questions for your BMV OH exam. Each question comes with a hint and a detailed explanation to help you go from just memorizing to understanding.
How long do you have to wait for a road test in Ohio?...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:31:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you give iron to a tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-give-iron-to-a-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-give-iron-to-a-tree.html</guid><description>How do you give iron to a tree?
There are three ways to provide iron to the plant: foliar application, soil treatment, and trunk injection or implantation. Foliar application. If a rapid response is needed to correct a chlorotic condition, a foliar spray with iron sulfate or iron chelate solution ma...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:22:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the edges of my Japanese maple leaves turning brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-edges-of-my-japanese-maple-leaves-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-edges-of-my-japanese-maple-leaves-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why are the edges of my Japanese maple leaves turning brown?
Usually brown spots appear because the leaves got wet when the sun was out and that can cause a small burn on a leaf with a droplet of water on the leaf. Brown edges can be a sign of a tree that de-hydrated.
How do you fix leaf scorch on J...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:21:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where is most land for sale in Oklahoma?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-is-most-land-for-sale-in-oklahoma.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-is-most-land-for-sale-in-oklahoma.html</guid><description>Where is most land for sale in Oklahoma?
Looking at data recently recorded through the Lands of America Comparable Sales program, the most land and rural property sales were recorded in Le Flore County. Some suggested agricultural applications for land currently listed for sale in Oklahoma include f...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:14:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the white fluffy stuff on my olive tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-white-fluffy-stuff-on-my-olive-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-white-fluffy-stuff-on-my-olive-tree.html</guid><description>What is the white fluffy stuff on my olive tree?
Hear this out loudPauseSymptoms. Woolly aphid is usually easy to spot; Between spring and early autumn, infested parts of the trunk and branches are covered with a fluffy white waxy material.
How do I get rid of woolly aphids on my olive tree?
Hear th...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:09:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to have an oak tree trimmed?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-have-an-oak-tree-trimmed.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-have-an-oak-tree-trimmed.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to have an oak tree trimmed?
The average cost of oak tree trimming is $637, but it will depend on the size of your tree, its location on your property, plus how much needs to be pruned. The range of price you can expect to pay would be $125 – $1700.
How much should a tree trimm...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:07:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does avocado fungus look like?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-avocado-fungus-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-avocado-fungus-look-like.html</guid><description>What does avocado fungus look like?
Anthracnose (fungus – Colletotrichum gloeosporioides): Black circular spots up to one-half inch appear on fruit. The center of the spots may be slightly sunken and spots may develop cracks. During moist periods, the spots produce pinkish, moist masses of fungal sp...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:01:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How quickly does a rowan tree grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-quickly-does-a-rowan-tree-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-quickly-does-a-rowan-tree-grow.html</guid><description>How quickly does a rowan tree grow?
They do best in an open sunny site, but can handle some shade; the berries colour best in full sun, though. All these trees will grow to about six metres tall; it will take them about 10-20 years to get to this height.
Can you keep rowan trees small?
Mountain as...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:49:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do holly trees last?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-holly-trees-last.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-holly-trees-last.html</guid><description>How long do holly trees last?
The Holly plant does grow pretty slow, but can eventually attain a height of around 30-50 feet in a compact pyramid shape. If planted in the right conditions and decently cared for some hollies can live up to 100 years or longer.
Are holly trees year round?
American Hol...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:49:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my evergreen tree dying from the inside out?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-evergreen-tree-dying-from-the-inside-out.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-evergreen-tree-dying-from-the-inside-out.html</guid><description>Why is my evergreen tree dying from the inside out?
Browning is often caused by an inability of the pine tree to uptake enough water to keep its needles alive. When moisture is overly abundant and drainage is poor, root rot is often the culprit. As roots die, you may notice your pine tree dying from...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:42:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there any portable sawmills in Ontario Canada?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-any-portable-sawmills-in-ontario-canada.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-any-portable-sawmills-in-ontario-canada.html</guid><description>Are there any portable sawmills in Ontario Canada?
Rockwood sawmills is introducing to Ontario, two mills that make short work out of any soft or hard wood that you can throw at them. Both are offered in a ground mount or a trailer mount model with a tough 14 hp Kohler engine in manual or electric s...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:39:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where do white spruce grow in Alberta?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-do-white-spruce-grow-in-alberta.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-do-white-spruce-grow-in-alberta.html</guid><description>Where do white spruce grow in Alberta?
northern boreal forest
In Alberta, white spruce has a nearly continuous distribution in the northern boreal forest.
What are the best trees to grow in Calgary?
Top Tree Species for Calgary
Green Ash. ​Common name: Green Ash.
Trembling Aspen. Common name: Tr...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:37:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do nails hurt oak trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-nails-hurt-oak-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-nails-hurt-oak-trees.html</guid><description>Do nails hurt oak trees?
Generally, no, something the size of a nail hammered into a tree won’t hurt it. The nail would most likely be inserted about an inch to an inch and a half into the bark. With such trees the nail could damage the tissues responsible for moving water and nutrients throughout t...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:37:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does peeling bark mean a tree is dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-peeling-bark-mean-a-tree-is-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-peeling-bark-mean-a-tree-is-dying.html</guid><description>Does peeling bark mean a tree is dying?
Trees that are dead or dying will begin to shed their bark, causing it to peel off. Peeling bark also indicates that the tree is not getting enough nutrients, so even if it’s not dead, it may be headed that way.
How do you restore a Japanese maple tree?
The ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:26:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my maple tree have brown spots on the leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-maple-tree-have-brown-spots-on-the-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-maple-tree-have-brown-spots-on-the-leaves.html</guid><description>Why does my maple tree have brown spots on the leaves?
What exactly is maple tar spot? There are a couple types of fungi that cause those big brown or black spots on maple trees. They’re all called tar spot, and they most often affect: Box elder.
What does leaf scorch look like on a maple tree?
Scor...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:24:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can I plant around my front door?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-plant-around-my-front-door.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-plant-around-my-front-door.html</guid><description>What can I plant around my front door?
These front door plant ideas will have you inspired to upgrade your entrance ASAP. English Ivy. pixedeliGetty Images. Boxwood Topiary. pixonautGetty Images. Petunias. DzuragGetty Images. Umbrella Tree. GiorezGetty Images. Bird of Paradise. DhoxaxGetty...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:24:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are Willow Oaks fast growing?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-willow-oaks-fast-growing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-willow-oaks-fast-growing.html</guid><description>Are Willow Oaks fast growing?
Willow Oak Information The trees are fast growing. When they are young, they have a pyramidal shape, but as they mature their branches take on a wide, even spread. The lowest branches hang down somewhat toward the ground. The trees tend to reach a height of 60 to 75 fee...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:21:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to have landscape design?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-have-landscape-design.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-have-landscape-design.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to have landscape design?
For a mid-level design, the fee might be between $1500 and $3500. A more complex design for a larger space might cost up to $6500. A large and more complex job might cost $10,000 or more. A landscape architect can discuss your job with you and give a c...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:19:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there any plum trees that do not produce fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-any-plum-trees-that-do-not-produce-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-any-plum-trees-that-do-not-produce-fruit.html</guid><description>Are there any plum trees that do not produce fruit?
Fruit Prevention. Although most ornamental, flowering plum trees do not produce fruit, some trees may produce a small amount fruit. There are two ways to keep plums from forming.
Are there fruitless plum trees in San Francisco?
Ornamental fruitle...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:12:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are hackberry trees sturdy?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-hackberry-trees-sturdy.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-hackberry-trees-sturdy.html</guid><description>Are hackberry trees sturdy?
The hackberry is a native tree that appears similar to the American elm tree. It is a fast grower and maintains a vase shape that is ideal for providing shade around homes. It is also a strong tree that is not prone to breakage.
How do you take care of a hackberry tree?
P...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:06:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get rid of black knots on my plum tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-rid-of-black-knots-on-my-plum-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-rid-of-black-knots-on-my-plum-tree.html</guid><description>How do I get rid of black knots on my plum tree?
Control of black knot requires both prevention and sanitation. Prune out all infected branches in late winter (late February through the end of March) and destroy them by burning, burying, or throwing them away. Remove at least 3-4 inches of healthy t...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:04:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will sago palms come back after freezing?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-sago-palms-come-back-after-freezing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-sago-palms-come-back-after-freezing.html</guid><description>Will sago palms come back after freezing?
Cycads – Sago palms They generally tolerate temperatures down to 15 degrees. Frost-damaged leaves turn yellow or brown and should be removed. If the trunk and leaf crown are hard wood, it should recover. If the trunk turns soft, your sago might be damaged be...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 20:00:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes leaves to curl and turn black?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-leaves-to-curl-and-turn-black.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-leaves-to-curl-and-turn-black.html</guid><description>What causes leaves to curl and turn black?
Hot air, especially sudden rises in temperature, can leach all the moisture out of your plants and cause blackened leaves. At first, you will see the leaves and stems brown and shrivel. Continued rapid moisture loss will then cause the leaves to go black.
W...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:58:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take a maple tree to produce maple?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-a-maple-tree-to-produce-maple.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-a-maple-tree-to-produce-maple.html</guid><description>How long does it take a maple tree to produce maple?
It takes at least forty years for a maple tree to grow before it is big enough to tap. On a good growing site, and if treated well, a maple tree can be tapped indefinitely.
When did the maple tree first appear?
1663
Maple trees existed in North ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:57:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the best evergreen tree for privacy?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-best-evergreen-tree-for-privacy.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-best-evergreen-tree-for-privacy.html</guid><description>Which is the best evergreen tree for privacy?
Black Hills Spruce grow well in many areas. They do tend to speed up once established, and they go from small to medium-sized relatively quickly. Austrian pine is a great choice for privacy.
What kind of Tree should I put in front of my Garden?
But if yo...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:56:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you tell if a tree has a disease?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-tell-if-a-tree-has-a-disease.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-tell-if-a-tree-has-a-disease.html</guid><description>How do you tell if a tree has a disease?
11 Signs That Your Tree Has Disease, Insects, Mites or is Just Downright Unhealthy
Distorted Foliage.
Stippled Dull Foliage.
White Spots on Trees &amp;amp; Shrubs.
Cottony White Masses.
Leaf Spots on Tree or Shrub Leaves or Needles.
Yellowing of Foliage.
S...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:43:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the tallest blue spruce?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-tallest-blue-spruce.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-tallest-blue-spruce.html</guid><description>What is the tallest blue spruce?
178.8 feet
Then it happened: Matt measured a pencil-straight giant at an astounding 178.8 feet, the tallest we know of — anywhere. The tree measures 10.9 feet in circumference. Its narrow crown averages only 23.5 feet for a total of 309 points.
How tall is a full gro...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:33:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of Crown does a basswood tree have?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-crown-does-a-basswood-tree-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-crown-does-a-basswood-tree-have.html</guid><description>What kind of Crown does a basswood tree have?
Individual crown forms are consistent with an oval to pyramidal canopy shape. Crown density is tight and the tree’s growth rate is medium to rapid, depending on the site condition.
What is the scientific name of the basswood tree?
Taxonomy and Species Ra...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:29:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast does a Crimson King Norway maple grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-does-a-crimson-king-norway-maple-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-does-a-crimson-king-norway-maple-grow.html</guid><description>How fast does a Crimson King Norway maple grow?
Crimson King has the same general form as the species, but is very slow growing but can be expected to attain the same size of the normal Norway maple in 35 to 40 years.
How fast does a crimson red maple grow?
Annual Growth A moderate or medium growt...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:28:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does a Poinciana take to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-a-poinciana-take-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-a-poinciana-take-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does a Poinciana take to grow?
Because it’s grown from seed, it can take 10 years or more to flower. Apply dolomite in autumn, and six weeks later some phosphatic fertiliser, which usually encourages a shy poinciana to produce flowers.
How long does it take a royal poinciana tree to mature ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:27:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my birch tree dropping leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-birch-tree-dropping-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-birch-tree-dropping-leaves.html</guid><description>Why is my birch tree dropping leaves?
Answer: Hot, dry weather may be responsible for the leaf drop on the river birch. River birches shed some of their leaves in hot, dry weather. Recently planted trees should be watered approximately every seven to ten days during dry weather.
Do paper birch trees...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:15:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my maple turning black?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-maple-turning-black.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-maple-turning-black.html</guid><description>Why is my maple turning black?
Dark staining of maple tree trunks is most commonly an indication that the trees are infested with gloomy scale. The maple trunk gradually turns black as sooty mold accumulates on the honeydew that the scales produce. Gloomy scales often go undetected for years due to ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:08:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is My river birch tree dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-my-river-birch-tree-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-my-river-birch-tree-dying.html</guid><description>Is My river birch tree dying?
The branches without leaves at this time of year are most likely dead. If a birch has not been receiving sufficient iron, the leaves of the tree will emerge as yellow and may be stunted or contorted. Alkaline soil is common in the Chicago area and a key factor for yello...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:02:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of trees grow in a grove?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-trees-grow-in-a-grove.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-trees-grow-in-a-grove.html</guid><description>What kind of trees grow in a grove?
Trees to Plant for a Grove Effect
Birches and Maples. One of the most popular deciduous species planted in groves, birches’ repeated white trunks are particularly striking.
Acacias.
More Evergreens.
Planting a Grove.
How many trees do you need for a grove?
O...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:59:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there maple trees in northern Ontario?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-maple-trees-in-northern-ontario.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-maple-trees-in-northern-ontario.html</guid><description>Are there maple trees in northern Ontario?
Although there are about 150 known species of maples, only seven are commonly found in Ontario: sugar, black, red silver, mountain, striped, and two imports, Manitoba and Norway. often reaches heights of 25-30 m. The edges have more teeth than those of suga...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:58:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat fungus on a spruce tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-fungus-on-a-spruce-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-fungus-on-a-spruce-tree.html</guid><description>How do you treat fungus on a spruce tree?
Management &amp;amp; Treatment Options Prune out severely affected branches. Rake up and dispose of fallen needles. Begin treatment with a registered fungicide in spring at half-needle elongation. Repeat when environmental conditions are conducive for disease de...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:53:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can plant fungus spread to other plants?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-plant-fungus-spread-to-other-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-plant-fungus-spread-to-other-plants.html</guid><description>Can plant fungus spread to other plants?
Fungal spores are very small and light, and can travel great distances through the air to infect other plants or trees. They are also spread by water, animals and insects, and people. The best way to prevent fungi from attacking your plants is to buy disease ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:45:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does a Podocarpus plant grow in Florida?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-a-podocarpus-plant-grow-in-florida.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-a-podocarpus-plant-grow-in-florida.html</guid><description>How tall does a Podocarpus plant grow in Florida?
This is a moderate grower you can keep 5 to 7 feet or let it get larger – quite a bit, in fact, since the plant can grow as much as 40 feet tall. It’s evergreen, salt-tolerant, and cold tolerant, so it does well in any area of South Florida. Sun or s...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:42:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How cold can raspberry plants survive?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-cold-can-raspberry-plants-survive.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-cold-can-raspberry-plants-survive.html</guid><description>How cold can raspberry plants survive?
As a result of a mild frost, the cold hardiness of woody plants can increase by 6 to 10 degrees within 24 hours. By early November raspberries can withstand about 1°F and by early December they can survive -10°F to -35°F depending on the variety.
Can you grow r...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:41:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When should hemlocks be pruned?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-should-hemlocks-be-pruned.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-should-hemlocks-be-pruned.html</guid><description>When should hemlocks be pruned?
Hear this out loudPauseA: Hemlocks tolerate trimming and shearing better than most evergreens. The ideal time is the end of winter, just before new growth begins. You could trim in winter, but the more you cut, the barer it’ll look for a longer period of time until ne...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:40:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get my spark plugs back?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-my-spark-plugs-back.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-my-spark-plugs-back.html</guid><description>How do I get my spark plugs back?
1Gently grasp a spark plug wire by the boot (the place where it connects to the spark plug), twist it, and pull it straight out. Never yank on the wire itself (you can damage the wiring). The shiny thing sticking out of the engine block after you remove the wire fro...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:39:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there fungi that are harmful to trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-fungi-that-are-harmful-to-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-fungi-that-are-harmful-to-trees.html</guid><description>Are there fungi that are harmful to trees?
Not all fungi growing on your tree are harmful; some do not affect the tree at all while others are even beneficial. It’s best to have an arborist diagnose what type of fungus is growing on your tree.
What are the symptoms of fungus on trees?
As the disease...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:37:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the main purpose of a leaf on a tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-main-purpose-of-a-leaf-on-a-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-main-purpose-of-a-leaf-on-a-tree.html</guid><description>What is the main purpose of a leaf on a tree?
The main function of a leaf is to produce food for the plant by photosynthesis. Chlorophyll, the substance that gives plants their characteristic green colour, absorbs light energy.
Do leaves feed the tree?
The Leaves: From skinny pine needles to broad...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:35:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What should my backyard be like for my Dog?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-my-backyard-be-like-for-my-dog.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-my-backyard-be-like-for-my-dog.html</guid><description>What should my backyard be like for my Dog?
Your dog-friendly backyard should be a pleasant place where he can eat, play with his favorite toys, sleep, bask in the sunshine and even frolic in the rain.
What can I do to make my yard more dog friendly?
Keeping the grass trimmed can do a lot to preve...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:34:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many people live in the city of Milwaukee WI?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-people-live-in-the-city-of-milwaukee-wi.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-people-live-in-the-city-of-milwaukee-wi.html</guid><description>How many people live in the city of Milwaukee WI?
Wisconsin is currently represented by 8 members in the U.S. house, and members of the House of Representives are elected to 2-year terms. Milwaukee, WI is home to a population of 592k people, from which 93.8% are citizens. As of 2018, 9.92% of Milwau...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:34:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of runners face?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-runners-face.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-runners-face.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of runners face?
Fitness Enthusiast? Avoid Getting The “Runner’s Face” With These Tips
Drink lots of water. Sagging skin is a common side effect of intense workouts aimed at burning fat.
Always apply sunscreen. Marathon runners usually head outdoors for a long jog or a quick spr...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:22:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where do you start when landscaping a garden?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-do-you-start-when-landscaping-a-garden.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-do-you-start-when-landscaping-a-garden.html</guid><description>Where do you start when landscaping a garden?
Garden landscaping ideas – 10 steps to landscape a garden from scratch
Assess your site and your garden design.
Decide whether to DIY or hire a garden landscaper.
Clear the site.
Level the ground.
Select hard landscaping materials that will stand th...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:21:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you prune a leggy Mugo pine?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-prune-a-leggy-mugo-pine.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-prune-a-leggy-mugo-pine.html</guid><description>How do you prune a leggy Mugo pine?
You will want to remove at least two-thirds of the buds (also called candles) from your Mugo. The best way to do this is to remove the largest ones first then let the plant rest. A week later, come back and remove the smaller ones. This allows more sunlight to pen...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:16:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are injection therapies?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-injection-therapies.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-injection-therapies.html</guid><description>What are injection therapies?
Injection therapy is a form of pain management in which a qualified pain physician utilizes corticosteroids and other injections to help relieve pain in a patient.
What is acupoint injection therapy?
Acupuncture point injection therapy is a combination of acupuncture an...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:15:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my lemon tree have lemons but no leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-lemon-tree-have-lemons-but-no-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-lemon-tree-have-lemons-but-no-leaves.html</guid><description>Why does my lemon tree have lemons but no leaves?
A: Citrus tend naturally to drop some leaves during blossoming and fruit formation, but the tree should not drop the majority of its leaves during this time. Some common causes of leaf drop include high heat and wind, nutrient deficiencies, overly dr...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:14:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my maple tree leaves drying out?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-maple-tree-leaves-drying-out.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-maple-tree-leaves-drying-out.html</guid><description>Why are my maple tree leaves drying out?
Leaf Scorch Sometimes, too much water evaporates. This usually happens during dry, hot weather. If the soil doesn’t have enough moisture to replenish the leaves, the tissue will die, starting at the edges. Keeping the soil moist around your maple tree during ...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:14:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What type of pine tree has long needles?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-type-of-pine-tree-has-long-needles.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-type-of-pine-tree-has-long-needles.html</guid><description>What type of pine tree has long needles?
Longleaf pine
Longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) has needles 8 to 18 inches long and grows at a rate of 24 to 36 inches per year. This Southeastern U.S. native gives cones in fall or winter.
Which pine trees have the softest needles?
Pinus parviflora (Japanese w...</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:11:59 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>