<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>The Daily Insight</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br</link><description>Connected.Informed.Engaged.</description><language>en-us</language><lastBuildDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:27:18 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>How long do Shademaster locust trees live?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-shademaster-locust-trees-live.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-shademaster-locust-trees-live.html</guid><description>How long do Shademaster locust trees live?
Shademaster Honeylocust Planting and Growing This honeylocust will grow at a fast rate. Under the best conditions, the honeylocust tree will live up to 70 years or more. This tree needs to be grown in full sunlight, and it can adapt to both moist and dry ar...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:25:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where did blemish come from?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-did-blemish-come-from.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-did-blemish-come-from.html</guid><description>Where did blemish come from?
Clogged pores An overproduction of oil by the sebaceous glands can cause blemishes. Hormonal changes often trigger this overproduction, such as puberty. Excess oil can mingle with dead skin cells, dirt, or bacteria. This results in pimples, pustules, blackheads, and whit...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:23:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are ash tree roots invasive?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-ash-tree-roots-invasive.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-ash-tree-roots-invasive.html</guid><description>Are ash tree roots invasive?
Maple trees, ash trees and cottonwoods are trees you should not pick because they are known for growing invasive, lateral trees roots. Trees of this type can hurt your foundation by growing under your structure and forcing it upward. This can cause your foundation to hea...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:19:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What chemical pesticides treat spider mites?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-chemical-pesticides-treat-spider-mites.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-chemical-pesticides-treat-spider-mites.html</guid><description>What chemical pesticides treat spider mites?
Diatomaceous earth Diatomaceous earth, which is made from fossils of aquatic organisms, is an organic pesticide that is lethal to arachnids and insects but non-toxic to humans. Sprinkle the food-grade version on infected plants and soil. It will dehydrate...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:18:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where can I buy a riding lawn mower?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-can-i-buy-a-riding-lawn-mower.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-can-i-buy-a-riding-lawn-mower.html</guid><description>Where can I buy a riding lawn mower?
You can also find riding units with a 360-degree turning radius which makes them easy to maneuver around obstacles in the yard such as trees or lawn ornaments. What kinds of parts are available? There are various replacement parts available for your mower.
Can a ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:14:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my old oak tree dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-old-oak-tree-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-old-oak-tree-dying.html</guid><description>Why is my old oak tree dying?
Sudden Oak Death is caused by a fungal pathogen, actually a water mold, Phytophthora ramorum. The fungus infects the living bark layer. The infection then spreads around the tree circumference, cutting off nutrients passing from leaves to roots, killing the roots. The u...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:03:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big does a tree have to be to cut a root?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-does-a-tree-have-to-be-to-cut-a-root.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-does-a-tree-have-to-be-to-cut-a-root.html</guid><description>How big does a tree have to be to cut a root?
Measure the tree trunk’s diameter with a tape measure and multiply it by 8. This number is the closest distance from the tree that you can cut the root. For example if your tree has a diameter of 2 feet (60.96 cm) you shouldn’t cut the root closer than 1...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:03:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you stop a ditch from flooding?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-stop-a-ditch-from-flooding.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-stop-a-ditch-from-flooding.html</guid><description>How do you stop a ditch from flooding?
It’s relatively simple to add a drainage pipe to your yard, all you need to do is dig a trench for the pipe to go, then add a drainage inlet where the drain will catch the water, and drainpipe discharge where the water will exit. Dry Well: Another option for ho...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:48:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How old is a big maple tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-is-a-big-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-is-a-big-maple-tree.html</guid><description>How old is a big maple tree?
Bigleaf maple is moderately long-lived; some individuals may reach 300 years of age. Height growth becomes negligible after 50 to 70 years.
How do you identify old growth forests?
Typical characteristics of old-growth forest include presence of older trees, minimal sig...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:46:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my sunflower seeds flat?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-sunflower-seeds-flat.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-sunflower-seeds-flat.html</guid><description>Why are my sunflower seeds flat?
Monitor the flower heads on your sunflowers daily when they begin to wilt. Although the seeds may actually be mature before that time, the flower heads are still moist and need time to dry out prior to harvest. Examine the seeds closely. They’ll look flat and a bit s...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:43:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What would cause peaches to rot on the tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-would-cause-peaches-to-rot-on-the-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-would-cause-peaches-to-rot-on-the-tree.html</guid><description>What would cause peaches to rot on the tree?
Brown rot fungus (Monolinia fructicola) is a fungal disease that can devastate stone crop fruits such as nectarines, peaches, cherries, and plums. When maturing fruit is infected, the signs begin with a small brown rotted spot and rapid spore growth. The ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:38:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where is the most beautiful place to live in Michigan?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-is-the-most-beautiful-place-to-live-in-michigan.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-is-the-most-beautiful-place-to-live-in-michigan.html</guid><description>Where is the most beautiful place to live in Michigan?
The Most Beautiful Towns in Michigan, USA
Ontonagon County. Natural Feature. Add.
Ann Arbor. Natural Feature. Add.
Frankenmuth. Architectural Landmark. Add.
Grand Rapids. Natural Feature. Add.
Mackinac Island. Natural Feature. Add.
Marquet...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:23:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take an acorn to grow into an oak tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-an-acorn-to-grow-into-an-oak-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-an-acorn-to-grow-into-an-oak-tree.html</guid><description>How long does it take an acorn to grow into an oak tree?
four to six weeks
The acorn will germinate in four to six weeks. Step 5: Stand back and watch your acorn sprout into an oak. Continue to water and fertilize your new tree as needed.
How long does it take an acorn to sprout?
2-4 weeks
Acorns wi...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:16:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What vegetables are native to North Carolina?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-vegetables-are-native-to-north-carolina.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-vegetables-are-native-to-north-carolina.html</guid><description>What vegetables are native to North Carolina?
Top Vegetables Grown in North Carolina
Cabbage. North Carolina ranks ninth nationally for cabbage production.
Squash and Watermelon. North Carolina ranks eighth in production of both of these crops nationally.
Cantaloupe and Tomatoes.
Cucumbers.
Pum...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:08:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of lilac blight?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-lilac-blight.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-lilac-blight.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of lilac blight?
If your lilac bush does have infection, prune and burn all infected parts as soon as you notice them. Spray copper sulfate during the early spring. The disease starts as brown spots on stems and leaves of young shoots as they develop in early spring. A yellow halo...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:06:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are juniper trees good for?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-juniper-trees-good-for.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-juniper-trees-good-for.html</guid><description>What are juniper trees good for?
Juniper berries are most famous for flavoring gin and have also been recently used to flavor liquors and sauces. As an evergreen, juniper is a popular residential ornamental plant, used in shelterbelts and wildlife plantings. Its aromatic wood is used for furniture, ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:56:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the best trees to plant in your front yard?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-best-trees-to-plant-in-your-front-yard.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-best-trees-to-plant-in-your-front-yard.html</guid><description>What are the best trees to plant in your front yard?
14 Front Yard Tree Favorites
American Holly (Ilex opaca)
Pineapple Guava (Feijoa sellowiana)
Persimmon (Diospyros spp.)
‘Fastigiata’ Spruce (Picea pungens var.
‘Kwanzan’ Flowering Cherry (Prunus serrulata ‘Kwanzan’)
Redleaf Japanese Maple (A...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:55:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When did maple trees first appear?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-did-maple-trees-first-appear.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-did-maple-trees-first-appear.html</guid><description>When did maple trees first appear?
Evolution. Maple trees are angiosperms, or flowering plants. They originated in the Cretaceous period, sometime between 120 million and 100 million years ago.
How big is a 10-year-old maple?
A 10-year-old tree is typically about 5 m (16 ft) tall. Although heights o...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:38:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I make my yard look expensive?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-make-my-yard-look-expensive.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-make-my-yard-look-expensive.html</guid><description>How can I make my yard look expensive?
10 Ways to Make Your Outdoor Space Look Expensive Mow Your Lawn. Pick A Decor Style. Coordinate Furniture. Create Distinct Areas. Add Lighting. Make a Grand Entrance. Add Decor. Make Repairs.
How can I make my yard look nice?
Here are 14 things...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:38:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you care for a Alexander palm tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-care-for-a-alexander-palm-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-care-for-a-alexander-palm-tree.html</guid><description>How do you care for a Alexander palm tree?
The Alexander palm likes to be kept moist, especially while it’s getting established. But once established, keep it dry in winter and moist in summer. The Alexander palm is self-cleaning, so you can put your feet up and relax.
How tall does an Alexandra pal...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:28:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my fruit plants dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-fruit-plants-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-fruit-plants-dying.html</guid><description>Why are my fruit plants dying?
If fruit trees have a lot of sunlight beating down on the trunks and limbs without much protection from the canopy, they can be sunburned, borers can enter the tree and cause the tree to begin dying, one branch at a time. Eventually the tree dies from damage created by...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:19:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big is a ranch in New Mexico?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-is-a-ranch-in-new-mexico.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-is-a-ranch-in-new-mexico.html</guid><description>How big is a ranch in New Mexico?
Homes With Acreage For Sale In New Mexico | NM Homes With Land. 1 Duran Energy Ranch. We are announcing the exclusive listing of the Duran Energy Ranch. The property is 5,125 acres of deeded land and 645 acres of 2 Mossback 6A Ranch. 3 Mora River Refuge. 4 El Consue...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:15:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you cut back Montauk daisies for the winter?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-cut-back-montauk-daisies-for-the-winter.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-cut-back-montauk-daisies-for-the-winter.html</guid><description>Do you cut back Montauk daisies for the winter?
Montauk daisies grow best when changes are made while the plant is dormant. Cut them back or transplant in early winter, after several hard frosts. They will retain some leaves through the winter if cutting is left until spring. Next year, to increase ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:12:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the features of a straight blade snow plow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-features-of-a-straight-blade-snow-plow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-features-of-a-straight-blade-snow-plow.html</guid><description>What are the features of a straight blade snow plow?
Six vertical ribs provide additional reinforcement for moldboard stability. POWERCOAT is a baked-on, high-gloss powder coat formula that helps guard against weathering and corrosion. Tough epoxy primer delivers added protection and improved coatin...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:11:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to tell if a maple tree is healthy?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-tell-if-a-maple-tree-is-healthy.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-tell-if-a-maple-tree-is-healthy.html</guid><description>How to tell if a maple tree is healthy?
This can help curtail the spread of maple tree black bark disease, which can lead to many more maple tree branches dying. A plant’s growth is one of the easiest ways to recognize if it’s happy. Trees that aren’t yet mature should experience yearly growth in th...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:08:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can I do with twigs and branches?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-do-with-twigs-and-branches.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-do-with-twigs-and-branches.html</guid><description>What can I do with twigs and branches?
Use branches and twigs to create a curtain rod and brackets . See other curtain ideas here and here. Make candles from branches . Here is another great idea . And another . And yet another. Lay down a remarkable floor using log slices.
What does hole at end of ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:04:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why do only some of my sprinklers work?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-only-some-of-my-sprinklers-work.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-only-some-of-my-sprinklers-work.html</guid><description>Why do only some of my sprinklers work?
A lawn sprinkler system is usually divided into two or more zones that water independently of each other. Each zone consists of several sprinkler heads controlled by a valve that is electrically activated. If a single zone is not working, the problem is usuall...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:01:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you overwater a globe willow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-overwater-a-globe-willow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-overwater-a-globe-willow.html</guid><description>Can you overwater a globe willow?
Water Tolerance Like its parent species, the corkscrew willow, the globe willow can tolerate very wet seasons and will grow near a brook or pond. Despite its water tolerance, avoid overwatering the plant by watering only once every 10 days or so.
How often should yo...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:58:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my yard hold water?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-yard-hold-water.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-yard-hold-water.html</guid><description>Why does my yard hold water?
Standing water is usually caused by two common problems: poorly draining soil and low spots in the yard. Lawn thatch, the layer of thick dead leaves, roots, and stems between soil and grass, is another culprit. Heavy foot traffic can also compact soil, leading to poor dr...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:58:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my lawn mower bag not collecting grass?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-lawn-mower-bag-not-collecting-grass.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-lawn-mower-bag-not-collecting-grass.html</guid><description>Why does my lawn mower bag not collecting grass?
Bagger Belt Tension is not Adjusted Properly The belt that runs to your blower system from the mower deck is necessary to keep the grass flowing. If the belt slips off, is too tight or too loose, you risk damaging your bagger system or seeing consiste...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:56:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do cypress trees grow in Northern California?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-cypress-trees-grow-in-northern-california.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-cypress-trees-grow-in-northern-california.html</guid><description>Do cypress trees grow in Northern California?
Cupressus macnabiana (MacNab Cypress or Shasta Cypress) is a species of cypress endemic to northern California.
Do cypress trees grow in California?
There are 11 species of cypress (Hesperocyparis spp.) that occur in California, seven of which have been ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:55:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of tree is a Nootka cypress?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-tree-is-a-nootka-cypress.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-tree-is-a-nootka-cypress.html</guid><description>What kind of tree is a Nootka cypress?
Quite majestic, Chamaecyparis nootkatensis ‘Pendula’ (Nootka Cypress) is a medium-sized, evergreen conifer forming a strongly weeping, pyramidal tree.
What kind of tree is a pendula Cypress?
Quite majestic, Chamaecyparis nootkatensis ‘Pendula’ (Nootka Cypress) ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:48:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What direction will a plumb bob point?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-direction-will-a-plumb-bob-point.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-direction-will-a-plumb-bob-point.html</guid><description>What direction will a plumb bob point?
A plumb line always points towards the local gravitational center of the Earth.
How do you use plumb bob explain your answer?
How to Use A Plumb Bob
Measure two to three few inches away from the top of the wall and make a mark.
Set a nail in the mark.
Hang t...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:48:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do silver maples have multiple trunks?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-silver-maples-have-multiple-trunks.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-silver-maples-have-multiple-trunks.html</guid><description>Do silver maples have multiple trunks?
Another recommendation from tree care professionals is to prune the tree annually during the colder months of late winter or early spring. Experts also say that silver maples sometimes grow multiple trunks. These might need cabling to stabilize them.
Why is my ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:46:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat anthracnose on ash trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-anthracnose-on-ash-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-anthracnose-on-ash-trees.html</guid><description>How do you treat anthracnose on ash trees?
The best way to manage ash anthracnose is to prune dead or dying branches and dispose of all the leaves and other ash debris in the fall so that there is no immediate source of spores to begin infections in the spring.
Do ash trees get anthracnose?
A fungal...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:41:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do strawberry plants die after bearing fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-strawberry-plants-die-after-bearing-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-strawberry-plants-die-after-bearing-fruit.html</guid><description>Do strawberry plants die after bearing fruit?
The Strawberry Life Cycle Like most hardy perennials, strawberries die back in winter and start growing vigorously as the soil warms in spring. After bearing fruit (as early as February in Florida, or June farther north), many types of strawberries produ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:40:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you kill peach borers?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-kill-peach-borers.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-kill-peach-borers.html</guid><description>How do you kill peach borers?
Peachtree borer is most easily controlled by sprays of insecticides applied to the lower trunk and base of the tree. These are preventive sprays that target the eggs and early larval stages exposed on the bark of the tree. Once larvae have migrated into the tree, insect...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:34:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I make my grass roots grow deeper?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-make-my-grass-roots-grow-deeper.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-make-my-grass-roots-grow-deeper.html</guid><description>How can I make my grass roots grow deeper?
For most grasses, watering deeper, but less frequently is the number one way of stimulating deeper grass root growth. After watering, the soil should be moist at 4 to 6 inches below the surface. These deeper soil depths will remain moist long after the surf...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:32:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my arborvitae thinning?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-arborvitae-thinning.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-arborvitae-thinning.html</guid><description>Why are my arborvitae thinning?
Arborvitae needs full sun, nutritious soil and ample water. Arborvitaes that grow in poor or waterlogged soil, light shade or receive less than 1 inch of water per week are likely to produce thin, spindly growth. If you don’t fix its cultural problems, no amount of pr...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:31:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat Cypress blight?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-cypress-blight.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-cypress-blight.html</guid><description>How do you treat Cypress blight?
When it comes to treating disease in Leyland cypress, fungicides are not effective. The only Leyland cypress disease treatment for this is to prune out infected branches, being sure to sterilize the pruners. Then start a program of regular irrigation.
How do you trea...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:26:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the growth rate of a White Pine?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-growth-rate-of-a-white-pine.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-growth-rate-of-a-white-pine.html</guid><description>What is the growth rate of a White Pine?
Growth Rate This tree grows at a fast rate, with height increases of more than 24″ per year.
What is the growth rate for a pine tree?
roughly one to two feet per year
Most pine trees grow roughly one to two feet per year, although some breeds of pine trees ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:26:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When is it appropriate to say hello in English?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-is-it-appropriate-to-say-hello-in-english.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-is-it-appropriate-to-say-hello-in-english.html</guid><description>When is it appropriate to say hello in English?
The phrase featured in the heading above is formal, a bit outdated, and not often used today. However, certain greetings are appropriate for use in more formal situations or when respect and courtesy are called for. These instances include business mee...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:21:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I tell what kind of apple tree I have?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-tell-what-kind-of-apple-tree-i-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-tell-what-kind-of-apple-tree-i-have.html</guid><description>How do I tell what kind of apple tree I have?
The fruit is the best way to determine what kind of apple tree you have encountered. Use an apple-tree catalog or online resource to find pictures of individual fruit, and match it to what you see. Different varieties also mature at different times, whic...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:19:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should apple trees be topped?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-apple-trees-be-topped.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-apple-trees-be-topped.html</guid><description>Should apple trees be topped?
Topping a vertical branch encourages vegetative growth necessary for development of the tree and creates a bushing effect. Topping horizontal branches is done to renew fruiting wood and to thin off excessive fruit. Thinning vertical branches opens the tree to more light...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:02:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my maple tree leaves droopy?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-maple-tree-leaves-droopy.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-maple-tree-leaves-droopy.html</guid><description>Why is my maple tree leaves droopy?
The sight of drooping tree leaves usually prompts gardeners to water the tree’s soil because drought often causes drooping leaves. Checking the tree’s soil is necessary, however, to confirm the problem is drought-related because overwatering a tree also produces d...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:59:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many iris flower are there?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-iris-flower-are-there.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-iris-flower-are-there.html</guid><description>How many iris flower are there?
The Iris flowers are one of the most cultivated flowers in the world. Iris produces different flower colors which has come to symbolize different meanings. The Iris flowers have 260 to 300 species that vary in forms, shapes, sizes and colors that include purple, laven...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:56:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big do palo verde trees get?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-do-palo-verde-trees-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-do-palo-verde-trees-get.html</guid><description>How big do palo verde trees get?
20-30 ft. tall
The Desert Museum palo verde is a fast-growing deciduous tree of medium size that develops an upright canopy habit, 20-30 ft. tall, 20-25 ft. wide.
Are palo verde trees invasive?
Palo verde (Parkinsonia spp.) trees thrive in dry, hot desert climates. S...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:54:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you take care of a Uy pear tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-take-care-of-a-uy-pear-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-take-care-of-a-uy-pear-tree.html</guid><description>How do you take care of a Uy pear tree?
Plant an Ayers tree where it will receive more than six hours of direct sunlight every day. It tolerates heat and humidity and likes growing in fertile, well-drained soil with a pH range of 5.5 to 7.
How often should I water my new pear tree?
For best growth a...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:54:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why do growers need an automatic irrigation system?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-growers-need-an-automatic-irrigation-system.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-growers-need-an-automatic-irrigation-system.html</guid><description>Why do growers need an automatic irrigation system?
Many growers prefer to water by hand and can be a bit reluctant to adopt automatic irrigation systems, but when you use one for the first time there’s no turning back. Automatic irrigation gives us more free time to check the plants or to dedicate ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:49:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to get students to recycle on campus?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-get-students-to-recycle-on-campus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-get-students-to-recycle-on-campus.html</guid><description>How to get students to recycle on campus?
Brand your recycling program to encourage students to take ownership. They’re proud of their school and want to be proud of all the good things that the school does for the environment. Hold competitions in high traffic areas to help spread the word about yo...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:44:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there any wireless outdoor lights with remote control?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-any-wireless-outdoor-lights-with-remote-control.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-any-wireless-outdoor-lights-with-remote-control.html</guid><description>Are there any wireless outdoor lights with remote control?
ENGREPO Solar Lights Outdoor, 110 LED 1300 Lumens Security Lighting Wireless Motion Sensor Light with Remote Control for Front Door, Yard, Garage, Garden, Patio, Deck. IP65 Waterproof . Only 13 left in stock – order soon. . . .
Which is the ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:36:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How high do ornamental pear trees grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-high-do-ornamental-pear-trees-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-high-do-ornamental-pear-trees-grow.html</guid><description>How high do ornamental pear trees grow?
4-12metres
Can grow to 4-12metres in height depending on variety so choose the planting spot with this in mind.
How tall do flowering pear trees get?
30 to 40 feet tall
The flowering pear is a widely used (and some may say over used) ornamental tree for good...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:26:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is an Australian tree with flaky bark?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-an-australian-tree-with-flaky-bark.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-an-australian-tree-with-flaky-bark.html</guid><description>What is an Australian tree with flaky bark?
Usually found along waterways and wetlands in its native eastern Australia, the paperbark tree is one of more than 230 species in the Melaleuca genus. It is known for its spongy and paper-like bark, its prominent clusters of fluffy white flowers, and its s...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:23:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where is Lewis brothers tree farm in Iowa?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-is-lewis-brothers-tree-farm-in-iowa.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-is-lewis-brothers-tree-farm-in-iowa.html</guid><description>Where is Lewis brothers tree farm in Iowa?
Download our Price and Availability. Beautify your home with tree sales and services from Lewis Brothers Tree Farm &amp;amp; Nursery. Located south of Interstate 80 near Iowa City and Coralville, our experienced professionals are on hand to assist you through t...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:17:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How close can a silver maple be to a house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-close-can-a-silver-maple-be-to-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-close-can-a-silver-maple-be-to-a-house.html</guid><description>How close can a silver maple be to a house?
Norway and Silver maple roots are the most invasive and these trees should be planted no closer than 100 feet from your house. Additionally, avoid planting Norway maples in North America as they are an incredibly invasive species. Grows 60 feet (Norway map...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:14:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are evergreen bagworms harmful?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-evergreen-bagworms-harmful.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-evergreen-bagworms-harmful.html</guid><description>Are evergreen bagworms harmful?
Bagworm larvae grow and feed on trees causing plant damage. These pests can be dangerous and costly to landscaping plants, but they pose no threat to human health. Large infestations of these pests may damage or cause trees and shrubs to die from defoliation.
What doe...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:09:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you have to plant impatiens every year?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-have-to-plant-impatiens-every-year.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-have-to-plant-impatiens-every-year.html</guid><description>Do you have to plant impatiens every year?
A: Impatiens do indeed come back from their own seed each year. You’ll realize with experience that the seedlings don’t begin blooming until late May, which is why most folks plant blooming, nursery-grown impatiens plants in April. To get yearly re-seeding,...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:05:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take a bottle tree to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-a-bottle-tree-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-a-bottle-tree-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does it take a bottle tree to grow?
approximately five to eight years
The characteristic bottle shape should develop in approximately five to eight years. The canopy will also thin out during a drought. The species is endemic to a limited region of Australia namely Central Queensland throug...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:01:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a pine tree look like when its dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-pine-tree-look-like-when-its-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-pine-tree-look-like-when-its-dying.html</guid><description>What does a pine tree look like when its dying?
Needle discoloration: if the pine needles are brown or lack their normal evergreen color, this is a pretty good indicator that your pine tree is dead. Excessive needle loss: if your pine tree is dropping its needles excessively this is a sign that the ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:59:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why do people want to be a gardener?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-people-want-to-be-a-gardener.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-people-want-to-be-a-gardener.html</guid><description>Why do people want to be a gardener?
Gardening is rousing and invigorating. Gardeners are physically active and gardening is a fun way to do exercise without even knowing you are doing it. Gardening also uplifts the mood and releases endorphins.
What should I take into consideration when starting a ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:54:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I send pictures via e-mail?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-send-pictures-via-e-mail.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-send-pictures-via-e-mail.html</guid><description>How do I send pictures via e-mail?
Press and hold Ctrl while clicking to select multiple pictures. Click E-mail in the toolbar. Select a picture size from the drop-down. Click Attach. Doing so launches your email application and attaches the pictures you selected. Enter the recipient’s email address...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:53:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do I need consent to build a fence?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-i-need-consent-to-build-a-fence.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-i-need-consent-to-build-a-fence.html</guid><description>Do I need consent to build a fence?
You will need a building consent for fences over 2.5m as well as any swimming pool fence. You may also need a resource consent. You will need to talk to your neighbours first before building a new boundary fence.
What do I need to know before fencing?
Composite ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:45:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best root barrier?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-root-barrier.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-root-barrier.html</guid><description>What is the best root barrier?
A Deeper Root Barrier Is More Effective — A deeper (longer) root barrier will provide more protection for longer period of time. I recommend you select a root barrier that is at least 30 inches deep. A 36-inch or 48-inch deep root barrier would be even better.
How deep...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:44:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How wide are eucalyptus trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-wide-are-eucalyptus-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-wide-are-eucalyptus-trees.html</guid><description>How wide are eucalyptus trees?
Eucalyptus
genus name
Eucalyptus
plant type
Tree
height
8 to 20 feet 20 feet or more
width
20 feet or more
flower color
Red White Pink
How tall is the average eucalyptus tree?
Most of these trees are rapid growers, reaching heights of about 30 to 180 feet...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:36:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will a lemon tree grow in a greenhouse?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-a-lemon-tree-grow-in-a-greenhouse.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-a-lemon-tree-grow-in-a-greenhouse.html</guid><description>Will a lemon tree grow in a greenhouse?
Growing lemon trees in greenhouses is moderately simple since they require little care once established and will thrive if their moisture, light and temperature requirements are met. However, greenhouse-grown lemon trees sometimes develop pest infestations and...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:30:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of crafts can you do with Aspen?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-crafts-can-you-do-with-aspen.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-crafts-can-you-do-with-aspen.html</guid><description>What kind of crafts can you do with Aspen?
Aspen’s natural white colour and easy working characteristics make it suitable for use by crafts people creating intarsia projects. Intarsia is a wooden art form in which pictures and images are created using pieces of wood that are cut and assembled like a...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:28:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you deal with a Neighbour dispute over boundaries?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-deal-with-a-neighbour-dispute-over-boundaries.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-deal-with-a-neighbour-dispute-over-boundaries.html</guid><description>How do you deal with a Neighbour dispute over boundaries?
If you know where the boundary is and you don’t need to follow the process for party walls, the best approach is to talk to your neighbour. Talk to them face to face if you can – make a note of what you agreed. If you don’t feel comfortable s...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:27:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the sticky stuff falling from oak trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-sticky-stuff-falling-from-oak-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-sticky-stuff-falling-from-oak-trees.html</guid><description>What is the sticky stuff falling from oak trees?
As these insects feed on the sugary sap of the oak tree, they excrete tiny droplets of a sugary substance called honeydew. This is likely the sticky substance that is falling from your oak.
Why is my tree dripping black stuff?
That “black stuff” is ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:24:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does Japanese black pine grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-japanese-black-pine-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-japanese-black-pine-grow.html</guid><description>How tall does Japanese black pine grow?
Japanese Black Pine Information – Growing Japanese Black Pine Trees. Japanese black pine is ideal for coastal landscapes where it grows to heights of 20 feet (6 m.). When grown further inland, it can reach the remarkable height of 100 feet (30 m.).
How fast do...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:23:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do oak tree leaves fall in spring?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-oak-tree-leaves-fall-in-spring.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-oak-tree-leaves-fall-in-spring.html</guid><description>Do oak tree leaves fall in spring?
Your tree isn’t losing its leaves because it is dead or dying, but it loses its old leaves to make room for new leaves. While most trees lose their leaves in the winter, live oak trees drop their leaves in January through February. They will drop their old leaves i...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:22:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a redwood trunk look like?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-redwood-trunk-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-redwood-trunk-look-like.html</guid><description>What does a redwood trunk look like?
Identifying the Trunk and Bark of Redwoods. Look at the tree from afar to notice its trunk shape. It should have a cone-like shape to the trunk if it is a Giant Redwood. In contrast, the Coast Redwood is taller and leaner, with a straight trunk.
Do redwoods have ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:14:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to transplant a maple tree in San Francisco?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-transplant-a-maple-tree-in-san-francisco.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-transplant-a-maple-tree-in-san-francisco.html</guid><description>How to transplant a maple tree in San Francisco?
How to Transplant Maple Trees 1 Things You Will Need 2 Tip. Keep weeds from competing with your maple. Remove all grass and weeds under the tree canopy. Mulch can help. 3 Warning. Do not fertilize the new transplant for several years. Do not mix ferti...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:09:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is leaking from my oak tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-leaking-from-my-oak-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-leaking-from-my-oak-tree.html</guid><description>What is leaking from my oak tree?
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 smelli...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 13:03:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much do underground utility locators make?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-do-underground-utility-locators-make.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-do-underground-utility-locators-make.html</guid><description>How much do underground utility locators make?
Utility Locator Salaries
Job Title
Salary
Telecon Utility Locator salaries – 5 salaries reported
$21/hr
Multiview Locates Inc Utility Locator salaries – 5 salaries reported
$19/hr
Multiview Locates Inc Utility Locator salaries – 2 salaries repor...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:58:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens if you used motor oil?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-happens-if-you-used-motor-oil.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-happens-if-you-used-motor-oil.html</guid><description>What happens if you used motor oil?
Used motor oil is insoluble, persistent, and can contain toxic chemicals and heavy metals. It’s slow to degrade. It sticks to everything from beach sand to bird feathers. It’s a major source of oil contamination of waterways and can result in pollution of drinking...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:50:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it better to remove old mulch before adding new?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-better-to-remove-old-mulch-before-adding-new.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-it-better-to-remove-old-mulch-before-adding-new.html</guid><description>Is it better to remove old mulch before adding new?
For an annual bed, remove old mulch before you till the soil and add compost. If you’re applying mulch to a perennial bed, you might be tempted to just add a new layer of mulch on top, but this can cause rot, nutrient starvation, and plant death. R...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:39:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is the rise of solo living a sign of fragmentation?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-the-rise-of-solo-living-a-sign-of-fragmentation.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-the-rise-of-solo-living-a-sign-of-fragmentation.html</guid><description>Is the rise of solo living a sign of fragmentation?
In all of these situations, living alone is something that each person, or family, experiences as the most private of matters, when in fact it is an increasingly common condition. When there is a public debate about the rise of living alone, commen...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:39:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do trees grow better with mulch?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-trees-grow-better-with-mulch.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-trees-grow-better-with-mulch.html</guid><description>Do trees grow better with mulch?
Research has proven that, over time, a mulch ring placed 3 to 6 feet around the tree can almost double the growth rate of the tree. Mulching decreases competition from the grass. Grass robs water and nutrients from the tree’s root development and delays its establish...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:36:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is it like to live in Charlotte?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-it-like-to-live-in-charlotte.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-it-like-to-live-in-charlotte.html</guid><description>What is it like to live in Charlotte?
Living in Charlotte offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Charlotte there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Charlotte and residents tend to lean liberal. ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:35:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you remove circling roots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-remove-circling-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-remove-circling-roots.html</guid><description>How do you remove circling roots?
Removing a girdling root growing over a main root using a hand saw. After removal, the main root below is uncovered and can grow normally. Lower trunks sometimes crack when a large stem girdling root is present. Cut this cedar root now and remove as much as possible...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:34:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What USDA zone is Minnesota?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-usda-zone-is-minnesota.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-usda-zone-is-minnesota.html</guid><description>What USDA zone is Minnesota?
USDA Zone 4
The most recent cold hardiness zone map was released in 2012 and most of Minnesota is in USDA Zone 4, which means the extreme low temperature in the zone gets to between -20 F and -30 F.
What is my plant zone?
Zone 2 the tablelands of south east Queensland,...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:33:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where does the Pinus patula tree grow in Mexico?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-does-the-pinus-patula-tree-grow-in-mexico.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-does-the-pinus-patula-tree-grow-in-mexico.html</guid><description>Where does the Pinus patula tree grow in Mexico?
Pinus patula, commonly known as patula pine, spreading-leaved pine, or Mexican weeping pine, and in Spanish as pino patula or pino llorón, (patula Latin = spreading) is a tree native to the highlands of Mexico. It grows from 24° to 18° North latitude ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:31:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What every arborist needs?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-every-arborist-needs.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-every-arborist-needs.html</guid><description>What every arborist needs?
You’ll find arborists using saddles, helmets, radios, gloves to help grip, saw protective clothing, eye protection, straps, and spurs. Also look out for ascenders, descenders, eye slings, tails, more carabiners, and pulleys, and more. A lot of the tools used for rigging ar...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:20:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What falls from an oak tree in the spring?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-falls-from-an-oak-tree-in-the-spring.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-falls-from-an-oak-tree-in-the-spring.html</guid><description>What falls from an oak tree in the spring?
A • The “tassels” that drop from oak trees are called catkins, and they are the spent male flowers whose purpose is to shed pollen that is carried by the wind to female flowers. If pollination occurs, then the female flowers will develop into the acorns tha...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:16:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do ash trees live for?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-ash-trees-live-for.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-ash-trees-live-for.html</guid><description>How long do ash trees live for?
Ash trees can live to a grand old age of 400 years – even longer if coppiced, the stems traditionally providing wood for firewood and charcoal.
Are ash trees alternate?
Ash trees DO NOT display staggered or ALTERNATE branching pattern. NO! Note: Buds and limbs of ash ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:14:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When should I buy grape vines?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-should-i-buy-grape-vines.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-should-i-buy-grape-vines.html</guid><description>When should I buy grape vines?
Grapevines should be planted in early spring after the date of the last hard freeze has past. Vines are usually purchased as dormant, bare-root plants. Most grape varieties are self-fertile. To be sure, ask when you are buying vines if you will need more than one plant...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:06:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How to get rid of groundhogs without harming them?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-get-rid-of-groundhogs-without-harming-them.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-to-get-rid-of-groundhogs-without-harming-them.html</guid><description>How to get rid of groundhogs without harming them?
5 Natural Ways To Get Rid of Groundhogs 1 Epsom salts sprinkled near or around the burrow entrances or exits will keep the groundhog away. 2 Castor oil poured in and around the burrow holes can be an effective way to discourage them… 3 Human hair cl...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:05:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are the tall pine trees called?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-tall-pine-trees-called.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-the-tall-pine-trees-called.html</guid><description>What are the tall pine trees called?
Sugar Pine Tree (Pinus lambertiana) Also called the sugar cone pine, this massive tree is the tallest species of pine in the world. Sugar pines also have the longest cones of any tree in the Pinaceae family. This pine species gets its common name from the sweet r...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:04:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much water does a Monterrey oak tree need?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-water-does-a-monterrey-oak-tree-need.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-water-does-a-monterrey-oak-tree-need.html</guid><description>How much water does a Monterrey oak tree need?
We recommend laying two to three inches of mulch around the base of the oak tree to keep it from drying out. Watering: Young oak trees need regular watering. Do not overwater them. Once the tree has matured, water about once a month, do not water more t...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:02:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What should I plant in front of a brick house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-i-plant-in-front-of-a-brick-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-i-plant-in-front-of-a-brick-house.html</guid><description>What should I plant in front of a brick house?
Plants with green foliage usually look good against red brick buildings, Russell says. “The reason for this is because red and green are complementary colors on the color wheel,” she says. “I often use evergreen plants with green foliage, like boxwoods,...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long do wild strawberries last?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-wild-strawberries-last.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-do-wild-strawberries-last.html</guid><description>How long do wild strawberries last?
Wild strawberries produce one or more clusters of flowers. The wild strawberry flower, which is white, normally begins blooming in late spring or early summer and lasts about one to two months. These blooms are followed by the familiar red strawberries.
Can you di...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:57:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you tell if someone poisoned your tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-tell-if-someone-poisoned-your-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-tell-if-someone-poisoned-your-tree.html</guid><description>Can you tell if someone poisoned your tree?
The first thing you’ll notice is the leaves drying out and curling up. But unlike in the fall the leaves will still be green. Then the leaves will start to fall off until there’s no more on the tree. By this time it’s certain the tree has been poisoned.
Ho...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:57:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I run electricity to my pond?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-run-electricity-to-my-pond.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-run-electricity-to-my-pond.html</guid><description>How do I run electricity to my pond?
Run PVC conduit for the wire, from your electrical box at the supply end to the area of the pond where you want an electrical feed. I suggest that you use wire which is rated for wet conditions. Any supply house sells this conduit and wire. A 14 guage wire can ha...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:54:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do hackberry trees fall over?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-hackberry-trees-fall-over.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-hackberry-trees-fall-over.html</guid><description>Do hackberry trees fall over?
The hackberry is a native tree that appears similar to the American elm tree. It is a fast grower and maintains a vase shape that is ideal for providing shade around homes. While the galls cause no permanent damage, they cause trees to begin shedding their leaves in lat...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:52:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you do with tree branches after a storm?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-do-with-tree-branches-after-a-storm.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-do-with-tree-branches-after-a-storm.html</guid><description>What do you do with tree branches after a storm?
Remove any broken branches still attached to the tree. If done properly, it will minimize the risk of decay agents entering the wound. Smaller branches should be pruned at the point where they join larger ones. Large branches that are broken should be...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:50:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why do Banksia leaves turn yellow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-banksia-leaves-turn-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-banksia-leaves-turn-yellow.html</guid><description>Why do Banksia leaves turn yellow?
Plants need iron to produce chlorophyll, and it’s the chlorophyll that makes the leaves green. When the plant can’t absorb iron the leaves become yellow like this banksia.
How do you save a plant whose leaves are turning yellow?
Houseplant Help: How to Save a Plant...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:31:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How high should a raised flower bed be?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-high-should-a-raised-flower-bed-be.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-high-should-a-raised-flower-bed-be.html</guid><description>How high should a raised flower bed be?
The most popular height for raised beds is 11″. (This is the height of two standard “2 x 6″ boards, which actually measure 1.5″ x 5.5”.) This height provides sufficient drainage for most crops. For best results, there should be another 12″ or more of good soil...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:24:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a patio be laid with no movement?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-patio-be-laid-with-no-movement.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-patio-be-laid-with-no-movement.html</guid><description>Can a patio be laid with no movement?
The sub-base should have been compacted in layers. If no mortar has been used (likely) then the slabs rely on the bed beneath them being solid with no movement . Any reputable installer would guarantee his work (for a period of time) but sounds like a shoddy cow...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:22:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do white pines grow in clay soil?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-white-pines-grow-in-clay-soil.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-white-pines-grow-in-clay-soil.html</guid><description>Do white pines grow in clay soil?
Several pines (Pinus spp.) grow in clay soil, including the white pine (P. strobus), a conical evergreen that reaches 80 feet tall. All of these pines thrive in full sun to partial shade exposures and prefer acidic soil.
Do pine trees grow well in clay soil?
Clay ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:17:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is installing artificial turf difficult?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-installing-artificial-turf-difficult.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-installing-artificial-turf-difficult.html</guid><description>Is installing artificial turf difficult?
Installing artificial turf is not an elaborate process, but it is very labor-intensive, so if you choose to do so, get ready to roll up your sleeves and put in some elbow grease!
Can artificial turf be installed directly on dirt?
Can you lay artificial grass ...</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 11:07:52 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>