<?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, 03 Jun 2026 12:53:32 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>How much is a large black cherry tree worth?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-large-black-cherry-tree-worth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-large-black-cherry-tree-worth.html</guid><description>How much is a large black cherry tree worth?
Growing black cherry trees for profitable cherry wood If you had a 30-foot tall, 3-foot wide Black Cherry sawlog to sell it would be worth well over $2,500.
How big do black cherry trees get?
between 60-90 feet tall
The wild black cherry tree (Prunus sero...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:47:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can my neighbors ask me to cut down a tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-my-neighbors-ask-me-to-cut-down-a-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-my-neighbors-ask-me-to-cut-down-a-tree.html</guid><description>Can my neighbors ask me to cut down a tree?
Your neighbour can cut any branches that are overhanging into their garden as long as they only remove the bits on their side of the boundary. If they want you to cut your tree or hedge just because they don’t like the way it looks, it’s up to you whether ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:40:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does burning your grass make it grow better?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-burning-your-grass-make-it-grow-better.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-burning-your-grass-make-it-grow-better.html</guid><description>Does burning your grass make it grow better?
Burning removes organic matter, dead leaves, blades of grass, and other natural material from resting on top of your grass. The sun will warm up the darkened, charred lawn quicker, increasing the soil temperature faster which will benefit your grass.
Will...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:35:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is there no blossom on my cherry tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-there-no-blossom-on-my-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-there-no-blossom-on-my-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>Why is there no blossom on my cherry tree?
Reasons why a flowering cherry tree may not blossom include a lack of sunlight, late damaging frosts or a warm winter as cherry trees need a certain amount of time in near freezing temperatures during their dormancy.
Why didn’t my cherry blossom tree bloom ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:24:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you shape a weeping willow tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-shape-a-weeping-willow-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-shape-a-weeping-willow-tree.html</guid><description>How do you shape a weeping willow tree?
Here are the steps in shaping a willow tree:
Remove any damaged or broken branches.
Choose a tall, upright stem at the top of the tree as a central leader, and remove competing stems.
Remove branches that grow up instead of out.
Remove crowded branches.
Ho...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:23:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you kill Pittosporum Undulatum?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-kill-pittosporum-undulatum.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-kill-pittosporum-undulatum.html</guid><description>How do you kill Pittosporum Undulatum?
Herbicide options
Glyphosate 360 g/L (Various products) Rate: 200 mL in 10 L of water.
Glyphosate 360 g/L (Various products) Rate: 1 part per 1.5 parts of water.
Picloram 44.7 g/kg + Aminopyralid 4.47 g/L (Vigilant II ®) Comments: Cut stump application: Appl...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:21:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is there real estate in the Okanagan Valley?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-there-real-estate-in-the-okanagan-valley.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-there-real-estate-in-the-okanagan-valley.html</guid><description>Is there real estate in the Okanagan Valley?
Those interested in puchasing Okanagan real estate will find an incredible amount of options on the market. Active listings include townhomes, suburban homes, luxury homes and even agricultural land and lots available for sale.
Is there a rent to own in t...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:18:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is foam coming out of my tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-foam-coming-out-of-my-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-foam-coming-out-of-my-tree.html</guid><description>Why is foam coming out of my tree?
As the water flows down the trunk of the tree, its surface tension is altered, and that can create a foamy appearance. That foamy appearance should dissipate over time, and by the time the sun comes out, most of the foam may already be gone.
What kind of tree has w...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:11:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my avocado plant have white spots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-avocado-plant-have-white-spots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-avocado-plant-have-white-spots.html</guid><description>Why does my avocado plant have white spots?
Avocado powdery mildew is caused by a type of fungus called Oidium. The disease only affects the foliage of an avocado tree, not the fruit. However, if the infection goes untreated and becomes severe, it can weaken the tree. In general, powdery mildew is n...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:09:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is wrong with my arborvitae?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-wrong-with-my-arborvitae.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-wrong-with-my-arborvitae.html</guid><description>What is wrong with my arborvitae?
Harsh Weather. Exposure to harsh conditions is one of the more common reasons arborvitae can turn brown, and heat isn’t the only culprit. Intense winds can also be a cause for brown arborvitae. If your tree is suffering from browning during the winter, harsh winds a...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:04:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my white pine tree turning yellow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-white-pine-tree-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-white-pine-tree-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why is my white pine tree turning yellow?
Yellowing foliage often indicates root problems, usually overly wet soil. Most evergreens require well-drained soil, although arborvitae is an exception. Check the soil moisture around the tree. White pines can develop iron chlorosis (which shows as yellowed...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:01:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is bark coming off my maple tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-bark-coming-off-my-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-bark-coming-off-my-maple-tree.html</guid><description>Why is bark coming off my maple tree?
Any sudden swing in temperature can make trees shed bark and crack under stress. Bark falls off after excessive heat, which, like frost damage, strips bark down to the wood. Bark falls off an unhealthy tree, which means you’d see other signs of stress such as ca...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:48:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my ash tree leaves falling?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-ash-tree-leaves-falling.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-ash-tree-leaves-falling.html</guid><description>Why are my ash tree leaves falling?
Leaf drop of ash trees at this time of year (mid-late May) is usually caused by a fungal disease called ash anthracnose. The problem occurs on susceptible ash species (especially green ash) in extended periods of cool, moist weather. Hot, dry weather shuts down th...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:43:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you grow grass in heavily shaded areas?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-grow-grass-in-heavily-shaded-areas.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-grow-grass-in-heavily-shaded-areas.html</guid><description>How do you grow grass in heavily shaded areas?
Grass in shady areas needs less fertilizer than grass growing in full sun. Spreading a thin layer of compost is a great way to give shady lawns a boost in early spring. If you plan to aerate, spread compost after aerating. It’s also a good idea to apply...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:32:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will black spot kill a maple tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-black-spot-kill-a-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-black-spot-kill-a-maple-tree.html</guid><description>Will black spot kill a maple tree?
Maple Tar Spot is a common fungal disease whose name describes it well: maple leaves display dark, round spots that look like tar has been splashed on them. While it’s unattractive and can spread easily, Maple Tar Spot is not fatal to your trees.
How do you fix map...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:26:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Should you line the sides of a raised garden bed?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-you-line-the-sides-of-a-raised-garden-bed.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/should-you-line-the-sides-of-a-raised-garden-bed.html</guid><description>Should you line the sides of a raised garden bed?
So, should you line a raised garden bed? Yes, you should line your raised garden bed, since the pros of doing so outweigh the cons. A liner for your raised garden bed can insulate the soil against extreme temperatures, keep moles and gophers out, and...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:25:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat leaf spots on tomato plants?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-leaf-spots-on-tomato-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-leaf-spots-on-tomato-plants.html</guid><description>How do you treat leaf spots on tomato plants?
How to Treat Septoria Leaf Spot
Removing infected leaves. Remove infected leaves immediately, and be sure to wash your hands and pruners thoroughly before working with uninfected plants.
Consider organic fungicide options.
Consider chemical fungicides....</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:21:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do weeping cherry trees have sap?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-weeping-cherry-trees-have-sap.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-weeping-cherry-trees-have-sap.html</guid><description>Do weeping cherry trees have sap?
Both larvae and adult borers use the weeping cherry tree’s bark as a successful hiding place and feeding area. As they feed and move about the bark, sap leaks from the orifices. It is typically a mixture of sap and frass, or insect feces, that drips down the tree, a...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:18:53 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the lifespan of a dwarf cherry tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-lifespan-of-a-dwarf-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-lifespan-of-a-dwarf-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>What is the lifespan of a dwarf cherry tree?
Lifespan of an Ornamental Cherry On average, ornamental cherry trees live between 15 and 20 years, but some varieties can survive longer with the correct care.
What is eating my dwarf cherry tree?
Black cherry aphids (Myzus cerasi) are tiny black insects ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:17:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is a dead tree still a tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-a-dead-tree-still-a-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-a-dead-tree-still-a-tree.html</guid><description>Is a dead tree still a tree?
If the tree has healthy branches covered with new leaves or leaf buds, it is in all likelihood, alive. If they break quickly without arching, the branch is dead. If many branches are dead, the tree may be dying. To make a determination, you can use the simple tree scratc...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:12:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What brands does AYP make?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-brands-does-ayp-make.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-brands-does-ayp-make.html</guid><description>What brands does AYP make?
AYP manufactures parts and equipment for leading brands in the industry. Some brands that American Yard Products supplies parts to include Craftsman, Poulan Pro, Poulan, Roper, Sears, Rally, and many more.
When did Husqvarna buy AYP?
1988
In 1988 Electrolux was then bought...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:10:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the difference between portrait and landscape mode of text page orientation?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-difference-between-portrait-and-landscape-mode-of-text-pag.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-difference-between-portrait-and-landscape-mode-of-text-pag.html</guid><description>What is the difference between portrait and landscape mode of text page orientation?
Answer: Portrait and landscape mode are two types of page orientation. The modes can be used to describe printed pages as well as digital photos. Simply put, a page or image displayed in portrait mode is taller than...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:08:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you use perennial in a sentence?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-use-perennial-in-a-sentence.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-use-perennial-in-a-sentence.html</guid><description>How do you use perennial in a sentence?
Perennial sentence example
Twining plants with running perennial roots.
There are no rivers and few perennial streams in the islands.
It is really a biennial, but grows itself so freely as to become perennial in the garden.
What is difference in annual and...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:06:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for arborvitae to reach full height?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-arborvitae-to-reach-full-height.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-arborvitae-to-reach-full-height.html</guid><description>How long does it take for arborvitae to reach full height?
Hear this out loudPauseHow fast do they grow per year? These trees grow about 1-2 feet per year until they are established. Then, they grow about 6-9 inches per year until they reach a maximum height of 10-15 feet.
How long does it take for ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:02:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you overseed with Bermuda?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-overseed-with-bermuda.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-overseed-with-bermuda.html</guid><description>Can you overseed with Bermuda?
You can overseed your lawn with a similar Bermuda grass seed if you want to keep things uniform. However, for a dense, green Bermuda lawn all-year-round, you might want to consider a grass mix to help complement the shortcomings of this grass variety.
Can I overseed ov...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:59:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why do leaves turn brown in the summer?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-leaves-turn-brown-in-the-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-leaves-turn-brown-in-the-summer.html</guid><description>Why do leaves turn brown in the summer?
Sometimes, in the height of summer, the tips of leaves on trees and plants turn brown and crispy. Scorch occurs when plants can’t move water up from their roots fast enough to replenish the water they lose through the tiny holes in their leaves. Without enough...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:57:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you need a licence to fell ash trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-need-a-licence-to-fell-ash-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-need-a-licence-to-fell-ash-trees.html</guid><description>Do you need a licence to fell ash trees?
The Forestry Commission expects that most ash tree felling in response to ash dieback, including the felling of multiple individual ash trees, will need to be permitted through use of an approved felling licence. A felling licence application will therefore n...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:56:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I identify maple seedlings?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-identify-maple-seedlings.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-identify-maple-seedlings.html</guid><description>How do I identify maple seedlings?
Just as with mature trees, saplings can be identified by noting their details. Although it’s typically a sapling’s leaves that are the primary key in identifying it, the leaves are only one part of a sapling. Other parts, such as buds and twigs, are also used in id...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:49:16 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why do cedar trees turn brown in the winter?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-cedar-trees-turn-brown-in-the-winter.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-do-cedar-trees-turn-brown-in-the-winter.html</guid><description>Why do cedar trees turn brown in the winter?
Normal Browning and Needle Drop You may also notice some dead needles on the cedar tree. Cedars do this naturally when they’re young and during the second or third growing season. However, if you notice needles turning brown during the summer or winter, y...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:46:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you care for a newly planted evergreen tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-care-for-a-newly-planted-evergreen-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-care-for-a-newly-planted-evergreen-tree.html</guid><description>How do you care for a newly planted evergreen tree?
Give your tree about 1-inch of water every week (rainfall counts!) for the first year or two after planting. For now, only cut branches off your evergreen if they’re dead or damaged. Mulch the tree to help lock in soil moisture. The mulch should be...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:46:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the black stuff on my cherry tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-black-stuff-on-my-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-black-stuff-on-my-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>What is the black stuff on my cherry tree?
Cherry blackfly live on the underside of leaves and look like small, black eggs. The first signs of infestation are unsightly damage to your cherry tree’s foliage. These aphids feed at the shoot tips and cause leaves to grow crumpled or curled. They excrete...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:42:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What causes cherries to drop?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-cherries-to-drop.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-causes-cherries-to-drop.html</guid><description>What causes cherries to drop?
When conditions are good, the tree may produce too much fruit because of prolific flowering and very heavy pollination. It will drop the excess. Fruit drop also can be caused by poor conditions, such as low temperatures and cloudy days during the blossom stage and early...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:30:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How big does a Black Hills spruce get?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-does-a-black-hills-spruce-get.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-big-does-a-black-hills-spruce-get.html</guid><description>How big does a Black Hills spruce get?
The Black Hills Spruce is a shapely ‘Christmas Tree’ type evergreen with short, blue-green needles. Shears easily. Use as a specimen, hedge or windbreak. Reaches 35′-45′ x 25′-30′.
Is there a tree farm in Southeast Wisconsin?
Turfsavers Tree Farm is one of the ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:30:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a Gala apple tree to produce fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-gala-apple-tree-to-produce-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-gala-apple-tree-to-produce-fruit.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a Gala apple tree to produce fruit?
Dwarfs and semi-dwarfs will bear in 3 to 4 years, yielding 1 to 2 bushels per year. Standard-size trees will bear in 5 to 8 years, yielding 4 to 5 bushels of apples per year. The variety of apple selected should be based on fruit characte...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:29:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How fast does an umbrella pine grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-does-an-umbrella-pine-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-fast-does-an-umbrella-pine-grow.html</guid><description>How fast does an umbrella pine grow?
In the garden, it is very slow growing – often making only 6 inches of growth a year to a height of 25-40 feet. The luxuriantly rich evergreen needles are 2 to 5 inches long.
How big does an umbrella pine get?
25 to 40 feet
Umbrella pines are known for their slow...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why did my maple tree trunk split?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-did-my-maple-tree-trunk-split.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-did-my-maple-tree-trunk-split.html</guid><description>Why did my maple tree trunk split?
Winter freezing and thawing caused the trunk to split on this maple. Maples are thin-barked trees and prone to splitting in a cold winter. The fact that your damage is on the south side also adds up since the sun tends to warm that part of the tree the fastest on w...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does it mean when maple leaves have black spots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-it-mean-when-maple-leaves-have-black-spots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-it-mean-when-maple-leaves-have-black-spots.html</guid><description>What does it mean when maple leaves have black spots?
tar spot disease
Numerous spots on maple leaves concern homeowners. A common cause is tar spot disease, a cosmetic problem that typically does not impact tree health. The disease is caused by several fungi in the genus Rhytisma and infects silver...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my citrus leaves turning yellow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-citrus-leaves-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-citrus-leaves-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why is my citrus leaves turning yellow?
Very often the yellow leaves or chlorosis on a citrus tree is caused by over watering or a nutrient deficiency. Citrus need regular water especially in the warm months but over watering can leach nutrients from the soil and cause root rot. Often the leaves on ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:12:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of green tree fungus?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-green-tree-fungus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-green-tree-fungus.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of green tree fungus?
Treatment for Tree Lichen Be careful not to scrub too hard, as this can damage the bark of the tree which will open the tree to disease or pests. Another method to kill tree lichen is to spray the tree with copper-sulfate. Copper-sulfate sprayed on lichens on...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:04:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my tomatoes flowering but not setting fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-tomatoes-flowering-but-not-setting-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-tomatoes-flowering-but-not-setting-fruit.html</guid><description>Why are my tomatoes flowering but not setting fruit?
Insufficient light – A lack of adequate light is one of the main reasons for non-fruiting, as the plants require anywhere from six to eight hours of full sun to produce blooms and then fruit. If the tomato plant has too little water, they may only...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:03:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do you need 2 blueberry trees to produce fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-need-2-blueberry-trees-to-produce-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-you-need-2-blueberry-trees-to-produce-fruit.html</guid><description>Do you need 2 blueberry trees to produce fruit?
Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) bushes are self-pollinating to an extent, but grow larger fruit through cross-pollination by a second variety. Bees and wind help bushes to cross-pollinate, although the bushes need to be near each other to be productiv...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:50:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is Eastern hemlock endangered?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-eastern-hemlock-endangered.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-eastern-hemlock-endangered.html</guid><description>Is Eastern hemlock endangered?
Near Threatened (Population decreasing)
Eastern hemlock/Conservation status
How do hemlock survive?
Hemlock is Vermont’s most “shade-tolerant” tree species, capable of surviving with little to no direct sunlight. Because of this strategy, in stable forests where large-...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:43:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall does an ash tree grow in Arizona?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-an-ash-tree-grow-in-arizona.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-does-an-ash-tree-grow-in-arizona.html</guid><description>How tall does an ash tree grow in Arizona?
Before planting a new ash tree, be sure your yard is big enough. Ash are large trees. While most mature ash trees reach about 40 to 50 feet in height, some can be over 80 feet tall, and all tend to have a full, round canopy. Arizona ash trees, like many oth...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:43:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I get rid of bugs on my birch tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-rid-of-bugs-on-my-birch-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-get-rid-of-bugs-on-my-birch-tree.html</guid><description>How do I get rid of bugs on my birch tree?
One method of controlling aphids is spraying a high volume of water to the underside and tops of leaves. If that’s not effective, apply water-soap solution insecticidal soap. The insecticidal soap uses potassium salts of fatty acids. The potassium salts wea...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:43:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my Leyland cypress turning light green?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-leyland-cypress-turning-light-green.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-leyland-cypress-turning-light-green.html</guid><description>Why is my Leyland cypress turning light green?
Hear this out loudPauseNitrogen Deficiency. In the Leyland cypress, nitrogen helps promote green growth of the evergreens’ needles. According to the Soil Science Education website powered by NASA, plants with a nitrogen deficiency have thin, spindly ste...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:40:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for trees to grow to maturity?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-trees-to-grow-to-maturity.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-trees-to-grow-to-maturity.html</guid><description>How long does it take for trees to grow to maturity?
For the trees to reach their full growth, it depends on the climate and the water available. In tropical climates with warm weather and a plentiful water supply, a tree can become fully grown in 30 years. A tree in cooler regions may take several ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:40:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my pear leaves turning black?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-pear-leaves-turning-black.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-pear-leaves-turning-black.html</guid><description>Why are my pear leaves turning black?
Pear tree leaves, fruit, twigs and branches can become infected by fungus. Some of the symptoms of fungal infection are black spots on leaves or stems, early leaf drop or curling and blackening of the leaves.
Why is my pear tree leaves dying?
Insects Causing L...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:39:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many leaves does a mature oak have?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-leaves-does-a-mature-oak-have.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-leaves-does-a-mature-oak-have.html</guid><description>How many leaves does a mature oak have?
“It depends on the tree’s species and age, but a mature, healthy tree can have 200,000 leaves. During 60 years of life, such a tree would grow and shed 3,600 pounds of leaves, returning about 70% of their nutrients to the soil.”
Do water oaks lose their leaves...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:23:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves on my Acer tree shriveling?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-acer-tree-shriveling.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-acer-tree-shriveling.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves on my Acer tree shriveling?
Scorch happens whenever water is lost from the leaves more quickly than the roots can take it up. A wide range of environmental factors can cause this such as frost, drought including under-watering, waterlogging, drying winds, hot sun and even salt-lad...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:22:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do I do if my arborvitae turns brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-i-do-if-my-arborvitae-turns-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-i-do-if-my-arborvitae-turns-brown.html</guid><description>What do I do if my arborvitae turns brown?
But if the arborvitae branch never shakes the “brown look,” just prune if off entirely. Depending on how severe winters are in your region, you may also have to prune arborvitae because of snow damage.
Is it OK to trim arborvitae trees?
Like most conifers, ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:12:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do orange trees with thorns produce fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-orange-trees-with-thorns-produce-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-orange-trees-with-thorns-produce-fruit.html</guid><description>Do orange trees with thorns produce fruit?
Orange tree stems are frequently armed with thorns, which are most numerous and prominent before trees begin bearing fruit.
Why is my orange tree dropping fruit?
A: It’s normal for all types of citrus trees to drop some immature fruit at this time of year. ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:11:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do tulip trees bloom all summer?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-tulip-trees-bloom-all-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-tulip-trees-bloom-all-summer.html</guid><description>Do tulip trees bloom all summer?
Flowering Time The tulip tree’s flowers appear in late spring or early summer, usually sometime between May and June. The blooms last for a month or more.
How often do tulip trees bloom?
Question: Do tulip trees bloom every year? Answer: Yes. However, this species ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:08:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do fig trees die back every year?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-fig-trees-die-back-every-year.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-fig-trees-die-back-every-year.html</guid><description>Do fig trees die back every year?
Although most established figs should have survived, some fig crops are likely to be greatly reduced this year. Some cultivars with shorter growing seasons (like Chicago Hardy, Celeste, Takoma Violet, etc) are more likely to regrow and fruit in the same year.
How ma...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:02:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are cedar trees good for landscaping?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-cedar-trees-good-for-landscaping.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-cedar-trees-good-for-landscaping.html</guid><description>Are cedar trees good for landscaping?
They are often used in landscaping for their unique shape and evergreen leaves. Cedar trees can grow for centuries and depending on the species can reach 100 feet in height. Tall, thin varieties of cedar, such as Arborvitae, provide the perfect barrier between y...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:49:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How close can a birch tree be to a house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-close-can-a-birch-tree-be-to-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-close-can-a-birch-tree-be-to-a-house.html</guid><description>How close can a birch tree be to a house?
Large trees, up to 70 feet or more should be planted at least 20 feet from the home, medium-sized trees up to 70 feet tall, 15 feet from the home, and small trees 30 feet tall or less, 8 to 10 feet from the home.
Can river birch be planted near house?
As a w...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:43:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my avocado leaves getting brown spots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-avocado-leaves-getting-brown-spots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-avocado-leaves-getting-brown-spots.html</guid><description>Why are my avocado leaves getting brown spots?
As new leaves grow on your avocado tree in spring months, the likelihood of persea mites becomes more common. When mites feed on the underside of avocado leaves, they leave behind brown spots which later appear on the top of the leaf as well.
How do you...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:41:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are Crimson King Maples good trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-crimson-king-maples-good-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-crimson-king-maples-good-trees.html</guid><description>Are Crimson King Maples good trees?
The crimson king makes an excellent shade tree, usually reaching 35 to 45 feet in height and 25 to 30 feet in breadth, with a dense, symmetrical oval-shaped crown that effectively blocks out sunlight. Branches are mostly upright in growth habit, making them reason...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:30:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can weeping willow trees get too much water?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-weeping-willow-trees-get-too-much-water.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-weeping-willow-trees-get-too-much-water.html</guid><description>Can weeping willow trees get too much water?
Willows are known for loving water, but it is still possible to over water them as well. If the leaves begin to turn yellow and fall off, this is a sign of both under-watering and over-watering. Check the level of dampness around the tree before you water...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:29:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you keep evergreens from turning brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-keep-evergreens-from-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-keep-evergreens-from-turning-brown.html</guid><description>How do you keep evergreens from turning brown?
The best way to prevent winter desiccation injury is to be sure evergreens get enough moisture in the summer and fall when conditions are dry. Mulching trees with an organic mulch, such as wood chips, can also help maintain soil moisture. Prune dead bra...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:23:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will cypress branches grow back?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-cypress-branches-grow-back.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-cypress-branches-grow-back.html</guid><description>Will cypress branches grow back?
Cypress trees are narrow-leaf evergreens. Like other narrow-leaf evergreens, cypress do not develop new buds on the older wood. That means that cutting new shoots back to the branch may result in bare spots on the tree. On the other hand, cypress tree trimming is ent...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:18:25 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How far apart should you plant pittosporum?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-apart-should-you-plant-pittosporum.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-apart-should-you-plant-pittosporum.html</guid><description>How far apart should you plant pittosporum?
How to plant and grow pittosporum. Prepare the soil before planting by blending in some compost. If growing this plant as a screen or hedge, the spacing is generally around 1m, but this depends on how high you want the hedge to grow. The lower the hedge, t...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:17:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you cure hawthorn rust?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-cure-hawthorn-rust.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-cure-hawthorn-rust.html</guid><description>How do you cure hawthorn rust?
Protect trees from infection by spraying in spring and early summer with an approved fungicide. Both chlorothalonil and mancozeb are registered for use against cedar rust disease on hawthorns. Follow the label instructions and spray the tree until the fungicide drips f...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:04:49 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does green mold on a tree mean?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-green-mold-on-a-tree-mean.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-green-mold-on-a-tree-mean.html</guid><description>What does green mold on a tree mean?
crustose lichen
The “green fungus” on a tree is usually a foliose or crustose lichen, often the genus Flavoparmelia. The leafier lichen forms are often indicators of good air quality. These lichens decline or die when air becomes polluted with components such as ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:01:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I look after a young fig tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-look-after-a-young-fig-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-look-after-a-young-fig-tree.html</guid><description>How do I look after a young fig tree?
Figs thrive in any soil with good drainage, they’ll be happiest in free-draining and moisture-retentive soil in the sunniest position possible. A warm and bright location is vital because the fruit needs warm sun to ripen. Tradition has it that a fig tree should...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:01:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do coconut palms grow in Florida?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-coconut-palms-grow-in-florida.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-coconut-palms-grow-in-florida.html</guid><description>Do coconut palms grow in Florida?
In Florida the coconut palm is successfully grown from Stuart on the east coast and Punta Gorda on the west coast, south to Key West. The coconut is the most extensively grown and used nut in the world and the most important palm.
What time of year do coconuts ripen...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:00:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What time of year do you plant a weeping cherry tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-time-of-year-do-you-plant-a-weeping-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-time-of-year-do-you-plant-a-weeping-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>What time of year do you plant a weeping cherry tree?
spring
Though the Weeping Cherry Tree is synonymous with the spring season, especially as one of the first to bloom, it can be planted nearly any time of the year.
What killed my weeping cherry?
However, the main cause for so many weeping cherr...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:55:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do spruce trees die from the bottom up?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-spruce-trees-die-from-the-bottom-up.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-spruce-trees-die-from-the-bottom-up.html</guid><description>Do spruce trees die from the bottom up?
If the upper branches provide too much shade, the lower branches naturally die off. Also, several diseases can contribute to branch dieback. Cytospora canker is a fungus that attacks spruces and causes branch death.
How can you tell if a Norway spruce tree is ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:53:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do emerald green arborvitaes turn brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-emerald-green-arborvitaes-turn-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-emerald-green-arborvitaes-turn-brown.html</guid><description>Do emerald green arborvitaes turn brown?
Tipminers Cause Arborvitae Dead Spots Larvae feed on the needles throughout winter, causing foliage to yellow and turn brown. The green color is generally restored during the growing season.
Why would arborvitae turn brown?
Answer: If the south side of your...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:36:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where do lilac trees grow in Western Australia?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-do-lilac-trees-grow-in-western-australia.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-do-lilac-trees-grow-in-western-australia.html</guid><description>Where do lilac trees grow in Western Australia?
This common tree of gardens and road verges is actually a native of the Kimberley area of Western Australia but has become naturalised in the Perth area. It produces sprays of white to pink lilac flowers in the spring and masses of hard yellow berries ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:33:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where do weevils and snout beetles get their food?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-do-weevils-and-snout-beetles-get-their-food.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-do-weevils-and-snout-beetles-get-their-food.html</guid><description>Where do weevils and snout beetles get their food?
The larvae of weevils and snout beetles vary greatly in their feeding habits. Though many are plant feeders, they generally prefer dying or diseased plant hosts. Some weevil larvae are highly specialized feeders, with peculiar dietary habits. One ge...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:30:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my hydroponic cucumber leaves turning yellow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-hydroponic-cucumber-leaves-turning-yellow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-hydroponic-cucumber-leaves-turning-yellow.html</guid><description>Why are my hydroponic cucumber leaves turning yellow?
By far the most common nutrient deficiency in hydroponics is a magnesium deficiency. Since magnesium is the central element in chlorophyll, the bottom leaves would develop “interveinal chlorosis”. In other words, the veins would remain green, but...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:29:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is a 25 year old black walnut tree worth?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-25-year-old-black-walnut-tree-worth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-a-25-year-old-black-walnut-tree-worth.html</guid><description>How much is a 25 year old black walnut tree worth?
Black Walnut trees can grow to be 70-80 ft. tall and grow to have a diameter between 18” and 40” +, with rare occurrences of 80”-90” diameters. On the low end, a black walnut with 18” in diameter is worth $700. If that tree were to grow to be 25” in...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:24:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do the letters in fertilizer stand for?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-the-letters-in-fertilizer-stand-for.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-the-letters-in-fertilizer-stand-for.html</guid><description>What do the letters in fertilizer stand for?
If you (vaguely!) remember the periodic table from high school chemistry, you know that N stands for Nitrogen, P for Phosphorus, and K for potassium. These nutrients are the three numbers on a fertilizer bag listed in order (N-P-K).
What do the 3 fertiliz...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:58:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can you tell if an oak tree is dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-you-tell-if-an-oak-tree-is-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-you-tell-if-an-oak-tree-is-dying.html</guid><description>How can you tell if an oak tree is dying?
Decaying Bark. Another sign that your oak tree is dying is the presence of decaying bark. Granted, this isn’t limited strictly to oaks; many species of trees experience this problem.
When do live oak trees change their leaves?
“Live” in Live Oak means it h...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:57:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a tree move from one place to another?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-tree-move-from-one-place-to-another.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-tree-move-from-one-place-to-another.html</guid><description>Can a tree move from one place to another?
Transplanting mature trees and shrubs is possible, although the process isn’t as simple as planting new ones. There are several reasons to relocate an established landscape plant.
What to do after relocating a tree?
Aftercare. Moving a tree or shrub is ve...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:53:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can scale insects live outside?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-scale-insects-live-outside.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-scale-insects-live-outside.html</guid><description>Can scale insects live outside?
Scale bugs can be found indoors or outdoors. Finding scale inside generally means that you brought an infested plant indoors. It’s easy to spread them to other houseplants, so check your plants carefully!
How do you treat scale on outdoor plants?
Controlling Scale on ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:41:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a Colorado blue spruce to grow from seed?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-colorado-blue-spruce-to-grow-from-seed.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-colorado-blue-spruce-to-grow-from-seed.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a Colorado blue spruce to grow from seed?
30 to 60 years
Tip. The Colorado blue spruce grows at a slow to medium rate, according to the Arbor Day Foundation, although it picks up a bit as it gets older. This blue spruce grows from 12 to 24 inches a year. So it will require ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:41:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat brown rot on apple trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-brown-rot-on-apple-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-brown-rot-on-apple-trees.html</guid><description>How do you treat brown rot on apple trees?
There is no specific remedy for brown rot, but eliminating apple scab, which can cause fruit to split, will help reduce the likelihood of an attack.
What does blight look like on apple trees?
Fruit Blight Both apple and pear fruit may be blighted. Rotted ar...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:37:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can you not plant near a peach tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-you-not-plant-near-a-peach-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-you-not-plant-near-a-peach-tree.html</guid><description>What can you not plant near a peach tree?
While some herbs and flowers make excellent companions for peach trees, warding off insects and predators, other plants are more harmful than helpful. Tomatoes and potatoes should be kept away from peach trees, as they spread blight. Also, avoid planting ras...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:36:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens when you plant trees close together?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-happens-when-you-plant-trees-close-together.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-happens-when-you-plant-trees-close-together.html</guid><description>What happens when you plant trees close together?
When trees are planted too close together, the lack of air circulation can cause mold and mildew to form on trees. Weakened trees are also more susceptible to infestations of tree mites, aphids, and other pests. As with disease, if trees are touching...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:31:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is killing hackberry trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-killing-hackberry-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-killing-hackberry-trees.html</guid><description>What is killing hackberry trees?
Fill each hole with liquid glyphosate herbicide until the liquid is slightly below the top of the hole; the glyphosate will drain into the wood and ultimately kill the root structure of the hackberry tree.
Should you remove hackberry trees?
Hackberries live only 20 y...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:30:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why does my tomato plant look dry?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-tomato-plant-look-dry.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-does-my-tomato-plant-look-dry.html</guid><description>Why does my tomato plant look dry?
Tomato plants need about an inch of water per week. Too little water and the leaves will wilt, then become dry and brittle. Too much fertilizer or inappropriate use of pesticides around the tomato plants will make the soil toxic to the plant, causing leaves to dry ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:30:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How tall do Austrian pines grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-do-austrian-pines-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-tall-do-austrian-pines-grow.html</guid><description>How tall do Austrian pines grow?
60′
The Austrian pine grows to a height of 50–60′ and a spread of 20–40′ at maturity.
What is the life span of an Austrian pine?
about six to eight years
Because the branches begin to droop, they do require pruning as the tree ages. The Austrian pine has needles th...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:29:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you know about cherry tree diseases?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-know-about-cherry-tree-diseases.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-know-about-cherry-tree-diseases.html</guid><description>What do you know about cherry tree diseases?
Disease symptoms Generally, crown rots advance rapidly and trees collapse and die soon after the first warm weather of spring. Leaves of such trees wilt, dry, and remain attached to the tree. Chronic infections, usually of the roots, cause reduction in gr...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:05:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my red Japanese maple tree dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-red-japanese-maple-tree-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-red-japanese-maple-tree-dying.html</guid><description>Why is my red Japanese maple tree dying?
Most plant problems give you at least some warning, but Japanese maples (and to some degree other maples) can die pretty quickly from a wilt disease called Verticillium. The fungus that causes the disease can get in the soil.
How far away from a house should ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:52:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are there more leaves or blades of grass in the world?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-more-leaves-or-blades-of-grass-in-the-world.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-there-more-leaves-or-blades-of-grass-in-the-world.html</guid><description>Are there more leaves or blades of grass in the world?
There are definitely more leaves than blades of grass. Think of all the tree covered land and forests. Beneath those trees is land without grass. Therefore a higher percentage of land is covered by trees than grass.
How many blades of grass are ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:51:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can I build a fence right next to my neighbors fence?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-i-build-a-fence-right-next-to-my-neighbors-fence.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-i-build-a-fence-right-next-to-my-neighbors-fence.html</guid><description>Can I build a fence right next to my neighbors fence?
You best option is to ask them to join your new fence to it and get a simple contract to protect yourself. Either that or put up all four sides in your property. You may also need to get a permit or permission from city/municipal/HOA depending on...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:48:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to cut down a 10 pine tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-cut-down-a-10-pine-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-cut-down-a-10-pine-tree.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to cut down a 10 pine tree?
Average Price For Tree Removal
Tree Type
Dimensions
Average Cost
Pine
90′ tall and 2′ wide weighing 10 tons
$1,100
Palm
35′ to 60′ tall and 9′ wide
$650
Poplar
Growing to 90′ to 115′ tall
$1,100+
Maple
Up to 100′ tall
$1,100+
How much doe...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:48:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much do loblolly pine trees cost?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-do-loblolly-pine-trees-cost.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-do-loblolly-pine-trees-cost.html</guid><description>How much do loblolly pine trees cost?
Calculate The Number Of Loblolly Trees Per Acre And Spacing Between Each Tree. A Loblolly Pine tree plantation costs average between $150 and $250 per acre depending on how many acres are planted per project – more acres lowers the cost. An average of 500 trees ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:35:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do older adults value?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-older-adults-value.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-older-adults-value.html</guid><description>What do older adults value?
When they were asked which factor is most important to maintain a high quality of life in their senior years, staying connected to friends and family was the top choice of 4 in 10 seniors, ahead of having financial means (30 percent).
Is 60 years old considered elderly?
W...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:26:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where is the best place to plant dogwoods?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-is-the-best-place-to-plant-dogwoods.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-is-the-best-place-to-plant-dogwoods.html</guid><description>Where is the best place to plant dogwoods?
Selecting where to plant your dogwood: Choose a site for your dogwoods that is well-drained but does not get extremely dry. Soil high in organic matter is best. Dogwoods can be planted in full sun or partial shade, though partial shade is best (morning sun ...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:17:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much is an old oak tree worth?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-an-old-oak-tree-worth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-is-an-old-oak-tree-worth.html</guid><description>How much is an old oak tree worth?
An oak tree in a timber sale can be worth anywhere from 15 cents a board foot for pallet material quality up to $1.20 per board foot for high quality logs. I had a buyer tell me a tree I had marked last week was worth $1,000. That’s a rare, veneer white oak growing...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:17:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves on my jade plant drying up and falling off?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-jade-plant-drying-up-and-falling-off.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-jade-plant-drying-up-and-falling-off.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves on my jade plant drying up and falling off?
Jade leaves could fall prematurely from being too wet or too dry, for lack of nitrogen in the soil or for need of more sunlight. Quite often mealybugs attack this succulent. Remove them by hand, using a cotton swab dipped in alcohol; rep...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:13:09 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a string trimmer be used to trim grass?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-string-trimmer-be-used-to-trim-grass.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-string-trimmer-be-used-to-trim-grass.html</guid><description>Can a string trimmer be used to trim grass?
It seems like trimming your grass evenly should be simple—just hover the string trimmer above the grass and the whirring strings will cut it to length. But this isn’t the best approach, and in fact will lead to some serious scalping.
What’s the best way to...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:10:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How far do mountain ash roots spread?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-do-mountain-ash-roots-spread.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-far-do-mountain-ash-roots-spread.html</guid><description>How far do mountain ash roots spread?
Table below shows the Minimum Distance from property and Maximum root spread recorded
Apple
Malus
Max – 10.0 metres
Pair
Pyrus
Max – 10.0 metres
Cherry, Plum and Peach
Prunus
Max – 11.0 metres
Hawthorn
Crataegus
Max – 11.5 metres
Rowan &amp;amp; Mountain A...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:57:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What pine tree makes the best Christmas tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-pine-tree-makes-the-best-christmas-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-pine-tree-makes-the-best-christmas-tree.html</guid><description>What pine tree makes the best Christmas tree?
For a classic, traditional Christmas tree look, you can’t go wrong with the White Pine. This attractive tree has long soft needles that tend not to shed, making for an easier cleanup. The largest pine in the US, the White Pine grows naturally along the E...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:54:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the highest quality lumber?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-highest-quality-lumber.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-highest-quality-lumber.html</guid><description>What is the highest quality lumber?
FAS (First and Second) is the highest grade of hardwood lumber. It’s usually 6-inches x 8-inches and is 83 percent defect-free on its best side. Select is 4-inches x 6-inches and 83 percent defect free on its best side.
Why do you need to know about lumber 101?
Af...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:46:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are some branches on my maple tree dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-some-branches-on-my-maple-tree-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-some-branches-on-my-maple-tree-dying.html</guid><description>Why are some branches on my maple tree dying?
The dying branches could be caused by a girdling root. Work with an arborist to use an air spade to remove the soil around the base of the tree to look for a girdling root. Another potential cause of dying branches: phytophthora root rot. This widespread...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:41:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What to do if My pine tree is dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-to-do-if-my-pine-tree-is-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-to-do-if-my-pine-tree-is-dying.html</guid><description>What to do if My pine tree is dying?
Remove the lower branches of a pine tree that are dead, dying or damaged. This helps reinvigorate the tree. Avoid cutting the limb flush with the trunk so the wound can heal properly. Remove the lower branches of a pine tree that are dead, dying or damaged.
Why w...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:41:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do Monkey Puzzle trees grow fast?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-monkey-puzzle-trees-grow-fast.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-monkey-puzzle-trees-grow-fast.html</guid><description>Do Monkey Puzzle trees grow fast?
It can live for 1,000 years and grows to 50m high with a trunk diameter of over 3m. Its large seeds, pinones, take two years to mature.
Are Monkey Puzzle trees hard to grow?
Monkey puzzle trees need plenty of room and should not be sited near a power line. The pla...</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:31:12 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>