<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>The Daily Insight</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br</link><description>Connected.Informed.Engaged.</description><language>en-us</language><lastBuildDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 19:41:43 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>How do I know if my juniper is dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-know-if-my-juniper-is-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-know-if-my-juniper-is-dying.html</guid><description>How do I know if my juniper is dying?
If the branches are flexible and full of sap, they’re still alive. If they’re brittle and dry, they’re dead and won’t come back. Some of the “brown” junipers that are still alive will put out new growth in the spring, but it will be from the tips of branches.
Wh...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 19:38:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for plants to grow after planting?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-plants-to-grow-after-planting.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-plants-to-grow-after-planting.html</guid><description>How long does it take for plants to grow after planting?
Germination speed mainly depends on the temperature of your room. The warmer the environment, the faster the germination. The best average temperature to grow your plants is 18 to 24’C (64 to 75’F). Usually it takes 1 to 2 weeks to germinate.
...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 19:35:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of mushroom grows out of a maple tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-mushroom-grows-out-of-a-maple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-mushroom-grows-out-of-a-maple-tree.html</guid><description>What kind of mushroom grows out of a maple tree?
Artist’s conk (Ganoderma applanatum) infects the living and dead tissue of sugar maple trees and produces bracket-like, woody-textured conks that can live for five to 10 years and grow to more than 3 feet wide. Each year, the fungus produces a new spo...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 19:34:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What happens if you damage tree roots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-happens-if-you-damage-tree-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-happens-if-you-damage-tree-roots.html</guid><description>What happens if you damage tree roots?
Damaged roots can cause buds and twigs to immediately die, weakening the plant. The weakened plant may then begin to show decline symptoms such as lack of vigor and reduced growth. Plants with damaged roots show symptoms on the side of the plant where roots hav...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 19:24:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you soundproof one side of the wall?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-soundproof-one-side-of-the-wall.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-soundproof-one-side-of-the-wall.html</guid><description>How do you soundproof one side of the wall?
The cheap way to soundproof a wall
1: Add dense mass to the walls, doors and floors.
2: Put strips on the doors.
3: Fill the cracks with caulk or soundproofing sealant.
4: Fixing all the sound leaks.
5: Focus on the small areas of the wall.
6: Changi...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 19:24:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much space does an orange tree need?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-space-does-an-orange-tree-need.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-space-does-an-orange-tree-need.html</guid><description>How much space does an orange tree need?
12 to 25 feet
Standard-size citrus trees should be spaced 12 to 25 feet apart and dwarf citrus trees should be set 6 to 10 feet apart. The exact distance depends on the variety. The bigger the fruit, the farther the distance. If the soil is not well-drained, ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 19:23:11 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you use if statements in Cypress?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-use-if-statements-in-cypress.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-use-if-statements-in-cypress.html</guid><description>Can you use if statements in Cypress?
Conditional testing refers to the common programming pattern: If X, then Y, else Z. ‘If’ condition is executed. Search for the title Wikivoyage and if not found click on Wiktionary and validate that the Wiktionary webpage is opened.
How do you identify the eleme...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 19:21:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a raspberry to rot?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-raspberry-to-rot.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-raspberry-to-rot.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a raspberry to rot?
Raspberries keep for a couple of hours on the counter or 2 to 3 days if you refrigerate them. If you need more time than that, freezing is your best option. Raspberries mold and mush quickly, so you have only one to two ([MF]), sometimes up to three days...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 19:18:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is there a blue spruce disease going around?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-there-a-blue-spruce-disease-going-around.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-there-a-blue-spruce-disease-going-around.html</guid><description>Is there a blue spruce disease going around?
The prevalence of diseases on blue spruce trees has intensified in recent years and trees are declining rapidly in many areas (Photo 1). The key symptom of spruce decline is branch dieback, which progresses over two to four years and renders the plant’s a...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 19:16:37 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my maple tree oozing?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-maple-tree-oozing.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-maple-tree-oozing.html</guid><description>Why is my maple tree oozing?
The sugars in sap provide fuel for the tree to grow and thrive. When the pressure changes inside a tree, usually due to changing temperatures, the sap is forced into the vascular transporting tissues. Any time those tissues are punctured in a maple tree, you may see a ma...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 18:56:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What should a tenant be responsible for when moving out?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-a-tenant-be-responsible-for-when-moving-out.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-should-a-tenant-be-responsible-for-when-moving-out.html</guid><description>What should a tenant be responsible for when moving out?
So, you need to write a tenant move out letter and send it to your landlord at least 5 weeks prior to moving day. Your notice should include a statement of the good condition of the rental property, the specific date of your move, and your new...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 18:55:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What fruit trees can I plant in September?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-fruit-trees-can-i-plant-in-september.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-fruit-trees-can-i-plant-in-september.html</guid><description>What fruit trees can I plant in September?
cold-hardy apple trees like Honeycrisp™, Starkspur® UltraMac™, and Cortland. “Zone 4” plum trees such as the Bubblegum Plum® and Superior Plum. cold-hardy peach trees, which fair well in most northern gardens. most pawpaw trees and American persimmon trees....</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 18:52:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you prune wild apple trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-prune-wild-apple-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-prune-wild-apple-trees.html</guid><description>Can you prune wild apple trees?
Prune any dead wood, which you can do at any time. To minimize winter injury to the tree, prune live wood in late winter, after the chance of subzero weather has passed. Pruning reawakens the tree’s ability to draw nutrients from the soil, put out new growth, and, ove...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 18:50:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do palm trees multiply?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-palm-trees-multiply.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-palm-trees-multiply.html</guid><description>Do palm trees multiply?
Palm trees are a diverse, complex group of plants, with about 2,500 species of mostly tropical origin. All of them reproduce from seed. For palms with single trunks, it’s the only way they reproduce. For seed formation, pollen from male flowers transfers to female flowers, wh...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 18:42:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for passion fruit vine to flower?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-passion-fruit-vine-to-flower.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-passion-fruit-vine-to-flower.html</guid><description>How long does it take for passion fruit vine to flower?
Your passion fruit plant can take 18 months to 2 years to fruit and flower, and your plant will require regular maintenance. Water your plant regularly, taking care to keep the soil loose and well-draining to prevent root rot. Prune any tendril...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 18:19:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is dripping from my crepe myrtle?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-dripping-from-my-crepe-myrtle.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-dripping-from-my-crepe-myrtle.html</guid><description>What is dripping from my crepe myrtle?
The sap that drips from the Crape Myrtle tree is actually sap passing through the aphid as it feeds. The turgor pressure in the leaf is so great, that the sap goes right through the aphid and out the other end! This makes the plant unsightly, and whatever is be...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 18:07:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What mushrooms grow in Southwest Florida?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-mushrooms-grow-in-southwest-florida.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-mushrooms-grow-in-southwest-florida.html</guid><description>What mushrooms grow in Southwest Florida?
The Florida edible mushrooms I believe are easiest to identify are boletes, puffballs, chanterelles, indigo milk-caps and ganodermas (or reishi). None of them are too hard to identify and their possible toxic lookalikes aren’t deadly.
What time of year do mu...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 18:04:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the best hedge for South Florida?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-hedge-for-south-florida.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-best-hedge-for-south-florida.html</guid><description>What is the best hedge for South Florida?
15 Best Plants for Hedges in Florida
Arborvitae. Many people love the pyramidal shape of the arborvitae.
Bottlebrush. The spikes of flowers on the end of the bottlebrush plant during the summer give this plant its name.
Boxwood.
Clusia.
Gardenia.
India...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:59:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does adding sand to lawn help drainage?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-adding-sand-to-lawn-help-drainage.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-adding-sand-to-lawn-help-drainage.html</guid><description>Does adding sand to lawn help drainage?
Sand is used because people think it will improve air space, water infiltration and drainage. These are important goals, but topdressing a lawn with sand doesn’t help achieve them. No matter what your soil is composed of, putting sand on top can actually cause...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:49:46 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can a maple tree be cut out to enhance the?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-maple-tree-be-cut-out-to-enhance-the.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-a-maple-tree-be-cut-out-to-enhance-the.html</guid><description>Can a maple tree be cut out to enhance the?
A maple is growing within its canopy -about 50 ft away. The oak was fed last fall with a feeder root enhancer enzyme along with a general fertilizer. The oa … read more I have a large (over 10 feet) Okami Cherry tree that has sprouted additional small tree...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:39:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are sweetgum trees worth?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-sweetgum-trees-worth.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-sweetgum-trees-worth.html</guid><description>What are sweetgum trees worth?
How much is a sweetgum tree worth? Sweetgum is bring about $20/ton on the stump around here. So, a 1.25 ton tree would bring the landowner $25.
Is sweetgum wood valuable?
Sweetgum is a relatively hard, uniform grained wood previously used for furniture and plywood. It ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:29:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you fix girdling roots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-fix-girdling-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-fix-girdling-roots.html</guid><description>Can you fix girdling roots?
Girdling roots can be removed, but you may need to consult with a certified arborist to avoid damaging the main stem. In severe cases, girdling roots can compromise the tree’s stability and the tree may need to be removed.
How do you fix girdling tree roots?
A girdling ro...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:16:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my weeping cherry tree leaves curling?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-weeping-cherry-tree-leaves-curling.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-weeping-cherry-tree-leaves-curling.html</guid><description>Why is my weeping cherry tree leaves curling?
Chemical Causes of Curling Leaves Salt (from seaside spray or roadside deicing products), excessive application of nitrogen fertilizer (or from the application of a quick-release nitrogen fertilizer) and chemical drift can cause cherry tree leaves to cur...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:14:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will bottle brush trees come back after freeze?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-bottle-brush-trees-come-back-after-freeze.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-bottle-brush-trees-come-back-after-freeze.html</guid><description>Will bottle brush trees come back after freeze?
A: No. A few types of shrubs, notably oleanders, resprout from their roots when they freeze. Bottlebrushes do not. A lot of Texas gardeners are discovering that they’ve stretched the boundaries for many popular plants prior to this past winter.
How fas...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:08:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my deodar cedar dying?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-deodar-cedar-dying.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-deodar-cedar-dying.html</guid><description>Why is my deodar cedar dying?
When fungal pathogens invade cedar trees through bark cracks, they cause lesions that are called cankers. An early symptom of canker disease is tip dieback on individual “flagged branches.” The main trunk, which is also called the central leader, starts dying from the t...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:07:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What year did it snow on Halloween in MA?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-year-did-it-snow-on-halloween-in-ma.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-year-did-it-snow-on-halloween-in-ma.html</guid><description>What year did it snow on Halloween in MA?
2011
2011 Halloween nor’easter
Category 1 “Notable” (RSI/NOAA: 1.97)
Satellite image of the storm on October 29, 2011
Lowest pressure
971 mb (28.67 inHg)
Maximum snowfall or ice accretion
32 inches (81 cm), Peru, Massachusetts
Casualties
39 total
...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:05:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can I plant in heavily shaded area?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-plant-in-heavily-shaded-area.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-plant-in-heavily-shaded-area.html</guid><description>What can I plant in heavily shaded area?
10 Great Plants for Shade
Heuchera (Coral Bells)
Lamium Maculatum (Dead Nettle)
Tiarella cordifolia (Foamflower)
Pulmonaria (Lungwort)
Astilbe.
Digitalis (Foxglove)
Hakonechloa (Japanese forest grass)
Primula (Primrose)
What is considered dense shade?
Bad s...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:57:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How old are mature beech trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-are-mature-beech-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-old-are-mature-beech-trees.html</guid><description>How old are mature beech trees?
Beech are ancient from 225 years onwards, although many have ancient characteristics from around 175 years. Typically a veteran beech will be 125-200 years of age and a notable beech may be 75-150 years old.
How tall is a mature beech tree?
40m
Mature beech trees can ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:52:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which grass is most drought-tolerant?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-grass-is-most-drought-tolerant.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-grass-is-most-drought-tolerant.html</guid><description>Which grass is most drought-tolerant?
Bermuda grass
Bermuda grass is by far the most drought tolerant grass on the market but because of the dormancy in the winter and the invasive nature of Bermuda grass, Fescue/ Bluegrass blends have been more popular of sod types.
Which ornamental grasses are dro...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:51:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can I put around my house instead of mulch?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-put-around-my-house-instead-of-mulch.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-put-around-my-house-instead-of-mulch.html</guid><description>What can I put around my house instead of mulch?
Straw. Straw is good for insulating during cold periods. It’s lightweight, so it’s easier to move and lay down. It’s also cheaper compared to other mulch.
What mulch prevents weeds best?
Straw is often used in vegetable gardens, but it tends to cont...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:48:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you reduce the height of a monkey puzzle tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-reduce-the-height-of-a-monkey-puzzle-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-reduce-the-height-of-a-monkey-puzzle-tree.html</guid><description>Can you reduce the height of a monkey puzzle tree?
The monkey puzzle tree only requires light pruning once it is established. Being an ornamental tree, Pruning is mostly required for shaping of the canopy to maintain an attractive appearance, although little effort is required to do so.
Are Monkey P...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:47:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is screen fill dirt?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-screen-fill-dirt.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-screen-fill-dirt.html</guid><description>What is screen fill dirt?
Screened Fill is dirt that has been screened so there are no rocks in the finished product. Screened Fill is ideal for leveling your lawn or yard in addition to filling any holes or areas in your yard. A 4-6 inch layer of topsoil is typically applied after using screen fill...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:45:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you get rid of psyllids on Lilly Pilly?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-psyllids-on-lilly-pilly.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-get-rid-of-psyllids-on-lilly-pilly.html</guid><description>How do you get rid of psyllids on Lilly Pilly?
If it’s a mild attack it’s not really going to affect the health of the plant, just spray with white oil and a systemic insecticide spray such as Confidoror – this will kill the nymphs (Systemic sprays are chemicals that will travel through the plant an...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:43:34 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What do you need to know about Fresno, CA?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-need-to-know-about-fresno-ca.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-do-you-need-to-know-about-fresno-ca.html</guid><description>What do you need to know about Fresno, CA?
Or at least you’ll start to think so after moving to Fresno. It’s impossible not to get caught up in the city’s passionate Grizzly fandom; residents’ loyalty to the minor-league baseball team stays strong.
Are there live webcams in Fresno, CA?
More Webcams:...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:34:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which plant is a shrub?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-plant-is-a-shrub.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-plant-is-a-shrub.html</guid><description>Which plant is a shrub?
Shrub, any woody plant that has several stems, none dominant, and is usually less than 3 m (10 feet) tall. When much-branched and dense, it may be called a bush.
What is shrub give example?
Answer: Shrubs are medium in height, taller woody plants than herbs, and shorter than ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:27:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a shrub look like?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-shrub-look-like.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-shrub-look-like.html</guid><description>What does a shrub look like?
Shrubs are small to medium-sized woody plants, larger than flower, but smaller than trees. They usually have several stems, not just one main stem or trunk, like a tree. A shrub can be less than a foot tall or up to 15 feet tall and may be evergreen or deciduous (droppin...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat leaf spots on a pear tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-leaf-spots-on-a-pear-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-leaf-spots-on-a-pear-tree.html</guid><description>How do you treat leaf spots on a pear tree?
Treating pear fruit spot requires a combination of chemical and cultural practices. Apply fungicides as soon as leaves are fully developed, then repeat three more times at two-week intervals. Spray the tree thoroughly until the fungicide drips from the lea...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:24:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat fungus on a plum tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-fungus-on-a-plum-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-fungus-on-a-plum-tree.html</guid><description>How do you treat fungus on a plum tree?
Prune out all infected branches in late winter (late February through the end of March) and destroy them by burning, burying, or throwing them away. Remove at least 3-4 inches of healthy tissue below each knot to ensure elimination of the fungus.
What’s eating...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:09:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How can I raise the area of my lawn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-raise-the-area-of-my-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-can-i-raise-the-area-of-my-lawn.html</guid><description>How can I raise the area of my lawn?
Levelling Shallow Areas Put a thin layer over the problem area and spread it across evenly. Push the soil down to compact it with your feet or a flat side of a rake. Water the soil a little and leave it to settle. After a few days you can then add grass seed and ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:57:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I make my tomato plants bushier?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-make-my-tomato-plants-bushier.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-make-my-tomato-plants-bushier.html</guid><description>How do I make my tomato plants bushier?
To grow vining and semi-bush tomatoes as short, bushy plants, prune the central stems when the plants reach the desired height. Wipe your pruning shear blades with a cloth dipped in rubbing alcohol, then prune the stems above the second set of leaves that lie ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:51:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you transplant pecan trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-transplant-pecan-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-transplant-pecan-trees.html</guid><description>Can you transplant pecan trees?
Bare-root pecan trees should be transplanted during the dormant season; mid December through early spring are preferred. Container-grown trees are less likely to receive transplant shock if planted while dormant, but with adequate attention and irrigation, they can be...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:46:31 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is the blue spruce used for landscaping?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-the-blue-spruce-used-for-landscaping.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/is-the-blue-spruce-used-for-landscaping.html</guid><description>Is the blue spruce used for landscaping?
A variety of blue spruce (Picea pungens) cultivars provide an array of landscaping options, which showcase their needled foliage growing in soft shades of blue. Grow blue spruces in full sunlight for best development and moist, well-drained soil high in organ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:42:57 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you have just one pear tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-have-just-one-pear-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-have-just-one-pear-tree.html</guid><description>Can you have just one pear tree?
Pears are one of the easiest tree fruits to grow successfully, but just one of them won’t work due to two different varieties of cross-pollination. If you’re wondering whether you’re up to the challenge of growing fruit trees, start with two pear trees.
Can you grow ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:42:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What pine tree loses its needles every year?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-pine-tree-loses-its-needles-every-year.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-pine-tree-loses-its-needles-every-year.html</guid><description>What pine tree loses its needles every year?
Eastern larch
Eastern larch (also known as tamarack), dawn redwood and bald cypress trees lose all of their needles every year. Similar to deciduous trees, this helps protect them against winter conditions and (like all conifers) allows them to grow under...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:37:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I find my existing sprinkler system?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-find-my-existing-sprinkler-system.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-find-my-existing-sprinkler-system.html</guid><description>How do I find my existing sprinkler system?
Sprinkler System Maps Find your sprinkler heads and mark them. They should match the pattern indicated on the map. The map should indicate where the underground sprinkler lines are laid between those heads. Mark along their path with flags so that when you...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:35:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can palm trees be planted near a pool?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-palm-trees-be-planted-near-a-pool.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-palm-trees-be-planted-near-a-pool.html</guid><description>Can palm trees be planted near a pool?
Yes, you can plant a palm tree by your pool. The queen palm reaches a great height of 15-20′ so provides majesty as well as the look you’re going for. Other palm varieties that will work are as follows: Sago Palm.
Can I grow windmill palm in a container?
Windmi...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:35:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you plant pines in the fall?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-plant-pines-in-the-fall.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-plant-pines-in-the-fall.html</guid><description>Can you plant pines in the fall?
Pine trees or evergreens? Because evergreen trees don’t go dormant, you can plant in fall or spring – as long as the weather isn’t hot.
How long does it take to grow a 6 foot pine tree?
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, “It can take as many as 15 ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:33:33 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How does a fire sprinkler operate?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-does-a-fire-sprinkler-operate.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-does-a-fire-sprinkler-operate.html</guid><description>How does a fire sprinkler operate?
The sprinkler is just a plug that holds back the water inside a pipe, similar to your other plumbing pipes. Heat from a fire will break a glass tube or melt a solder plug, which then releases the water. The water sprays out, covering the area immediately around the...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:25:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are my pine tree needles turning brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-pine-tree-needles-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-my-pine-tree-needles-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why are my pine tree needles turning brown?
In spring, the causes of brown needles may be weather, infections or insects. Often following a cold dry winter and before new shoot growth begins, needles on the side of the tree facing prevailing winds will brown. Ample water and general care are all the...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:24:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does worm castings do for plants?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-worm-castings-do-for-plants.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-worm-castings-do-for-plants.html</guid><description>What does worm castings do for plants?
About Worm Castings (worm poop) Worm castings is rich 100% organic humus. Castings contain rich microbiological colonies that help fight soil-borne plant diseases and repel insects. Worm castings are water-soluble allowing plants to quickly and easily absorb es...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:20:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do flowers on lemon trees turn into lemons?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-flowers-on-lemon-trees-turn-into-lemons.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-flowers-on-lemon-trees-turn-into-lemons.html</guid><description>Do flowers on lemon trees turn into lemons?
Lemon blooms turn into fruit, so if you don’t have blooms, life won’t give you lemons. So, how exactly do you get these blooms? Make your tree comfortable. Under the proper care conditions, your tree will have a ton of blossoms!
Can a lemon tree have too m...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:20:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long after planting a lemon tree will it grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-after-planting-a-lemon-tree-will-it-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-after-planting-a-lemon-tree-will-it-grow.html</guid><description>How long after planting a lemon tree will it grow?
The amount of time it takes depends on how the tree was grown. A grafted tree can bear fruit in as little as two years, while seed-grown Meyer lemon trees can take anywhere from three to seven years to produce fruit.
Is lemon tree good for backyard?...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:17:06 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>When should you cut back hawthorn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-should-you-cut-back-hawthorn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/when-should-you-cut-back-hawthorn.html</guid><description>When should you cut back hawthorn?
To prune your Hawthorn into a tree, simply remove the lower branches with a sharp pruning saw to reveal a single trunk. During the second year of planting, between February and March, is the recommended time for hard pruning Hawthorn hedges. Cut back growth by half...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:15:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I identify a plant from a bush?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-identify-a-plant-from-a-bush.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-identify-a-plant-from-a-bush.html</guid><description>How do I identify a plant from a bush?
Examine the color and texture of stems, as well. Rough or smooth bark might eliminate a possible identification, as could whether the buds are gray or red. Thorns or hairs on shrub stems also vary widely and can help identify a plant. They can be small or large...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:12:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do I need cleaner with pressure washer?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-i-need-cleaner-with-pressure-washer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-i-need-cleaner-with-pressure-washer.html</guid><description>Do I need cleaner with pressure washer?
Most manufacturers recommend that pressure washer soap be used with the washer to avoid any malfunction. Using regular household soap in a pressure washer is risky because the soap may not be compatible with the washer, thereby damaging the washer.
What do you...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:10:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does Ylang-Ylang need full sun?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-ylang-ylang-need-full-sun.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-ylang-ylang-need-full-sun.html</guid><description>Does Ylang-Ylang need full sun?
Plant specs A fast grower with a conical shape, the ylang ylang likes full to partial sun. It’s evergreen and blooms on and off during warm months of the year…the fragrance may give it away since the green flowers are next to invisible when they first appear.
How do y...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:07:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How should I plant my blueberry bush?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-should-i-plant-my-blueberry-bush.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-should-i-plant-my-blueberry-bush.html</guid><description>How should I plant my blueberry bush?
In most areas, it’s ideal to plant blueberries in the fall or spring. You can plant blueberry bushes as close as 2 or 2.5 feet apart to form solid hedgerows, or space them up to 6 feet apart so they grow individually. If you plant in rows, allow 8 to 10 feet bet...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:46:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are chow chows prone to bloat?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-chow-chows-prone-to-bloat.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-chow-chows-prone-to-bloat.html</guid><description>Are chow chows prone to bloat?
Bloat. Gastric dilatation and volvulus, also known as GDV or bloat, usually occurs in dogs with deep, narrow chests. This means your Chow Chow is more at risk than other breeds. When a dog bloats, the stomach twists on itself and fills with gas.
Does a chow chow need a...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:38:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Does it take 2 pear trees to produce fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-it-take-2-pear-trees-to-produce-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/does-it-take-2-pear-trees-to-produce-fruit.html</guid><description>Does it take 2 pear trees to produce fruit?
It takes about two months between when pears first appear on your tree and when they are ripe enough to harvest. In addition, different pear tree varieties will bear fruit at different times of year.
What pollinates a plum tree?
Pollination can be performe...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:38:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is best to plant around a pool?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-best-to-plant-around-a-pool.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-best-to-plant-around-a-pool.html</guid><description>What is best to plant around a pool?
Plants like bamboo, palm trees and hedges can create a natural fence to enclose the space and even create some shade. You also want to use a mix of plants to add texture to the landscape around the pool. Combining ornamental grasses, cactuses, flowering plants an...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:27:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What can I do about dog urine on my lawn?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-do-about-dog-urine-on-my-lawn.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-can-i-do-about-dog-urine-on-my-lawn.html</guid><description>What can I do about dog urine on my lawn?
Even though you can’t bring dead grass killed by dog urine back to life, you can repair dog urine spots so they look as good as new. First, remove the dead grass from the area, and then repair the spot with Pennington One Step Complete.
What’s the best way t...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:24:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does foxtail palm take to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-foxtail-palm-take-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-foxtail-palm-take-to-grow.html</guid><description>How long does foxtail palm take to grow?
Its quick growth means you can enjoy a good-size tree in just a few years. Though foxtail palm is often planted by itself, it looks best when grouped or clustered as three or more.
When should palm trees be planted?
Although they can be transplanted any tim...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:21:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my pine tree oozing sap?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-pine-tree-oozing-sap.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-pine-tree-oozing-sap.html</guid><description>Why is my pine tree oozing sap?
Oozing of sap from the trunk of a pine tree can be an early sign of bark beetle damage. The sap accumulates near the bore hole in the bark and the sticky mess is called a “pitch tube.” The pine produces excessive amounts of sap to protect itself against the bark beetl...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:07:13 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take pear trees to produce fruit?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-pear-trees-to-produce-fruit.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-pear-trees-to-produce-fruit.html</guid><description>How long does it take pear trees to produce fruit?
Pears can take from 3 to 10 years to begin flowering and bear fruit. Some pear varieties are precocious, producing fruit a year or so earlier, and reaching full production a year or so earlier. Among them are Anjou, Harrow Sweet or Moonglow.
How do ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:04:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you relocate bushes?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-relocate-bushes.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-relocate-bushes.html</guid><description>Can you relocate bushes?
Most bushes and shrubs can be transplanted successfully. A smaller bush usually transplants better, with a higher success rate, than an older, larger bush. But, we’ve seen some pretty big bushes moved successfully, from one spot to another.
Can mature shrubs be moved?
You ca...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:02:36 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Will powdery mildew kill my magnolia tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-powdery-mildew-kill-my-magnolia-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/will-powdery-mildew-kill-my-magnolia-tree.html</guid><description>Will powdery mildew kill my magnolia tree?
Organic Treatments. Unlike many fungal infections, powdery mildew spores do not survive in water. Overhead sprinkling can wash many of the spores off the magnolia, killing them. Make sure to water early enough in the day for the foliage to dry completely by...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:55:40 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are these tiny black bugs in my room?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-these-tiny-black-bugs-in-my-room.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-these-tiny-black-bugs-in-my-room.html</guid><description>What are these tiny black bugs in my room?
What are those tiny black bugs in your bed? They are likely either bat bugs, spider beetles, fleas or ticks. They are commonly found in many house holds. Generally speaking they are harmless and nothing to fear.
Where do tiny black bugs come from?
In your h...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:50:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of pine tree has drooping branches?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-pine-tree-has-drooping-branches.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-pine-tree-has-drooping-branches.html</guid><description>What kind of pine tree has drooping branches?
Hemlock (Tsuga) Hemlocks are a type of evergreen conifer that grow in a conical shape and have drooping or weeping branches.
How do you treat pine wilt?
Pine wilt management in the United States is currently best achieved by removal of symptomatic trees....</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:48:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of fruit does a mulberry tree produce?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-fruit-does-a-mulberry-tree-produce.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-fruit-does-a-mulberry-tree-produce.html</guid><description>What kind of fruit does a mulberry tree produce?
A mulberry is a sweet, edible fruit produced by a mulberry tree (Morus). Mulberry trees are grown worldwide and have been cultivated by humans for thousands of years. There are several varieties of mulberry trees, so it is important to choose one that...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:40:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Where was the last polar bear attack in North America?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-was-the-last-polar-bear-attack-in-north-america.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/where-was-the-last-polar-bear-attack-in-north-america.html</guid><description>Where was the last polar bear attack in North America?
A polar bear in Churchill, Canada. Fatal polar bear attacks occurred in Churchill in 1968 and 1983. Fatal bear attacks in North America have occurred in a variety of settings. There have been several in the bears’ wilderness habitats involving h...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:31:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you tell what kind of tree it is by the leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-tell-what-kind-of-tree-it-is-by-the-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-tell-what-kind-of-tree-it-is-by-the-leaves.html</guid><description>How do you tell what kind of tree it is by the leaves?
The shape of a leaf can also give clues when identifying broadleaf tree species. Common leaf identification shapes include ovate (egg shaped), lanceolate (long and narrow), deltoid (triangular), obicular (round) and cordate (heart shaped).
What ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:28:10 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why is my ginkgo tree losing leaves?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-ginkgo-tree-losing-leaves.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-is-my-ginkgo-tree-losing-leaves.html</guid><description>Why is my ginkgo tree losing leaves?
Ginkgos lose all their leaves at the same time because of the way their petioles—known as stems—work, according to the Chicago Tribune. As the weather gets colder, the petioles get what’s called scars to protect the tree from disease after the leaves fall. For mo...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:27:58 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What is the tolerance for a stair riser?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-tolerance-for-a-stair-riser.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-is-the-tolerance-for-a-stair-riser.html</guid><description>What is the tolerance for a stair riser?
Stair riser heights shall be 7 inches (178 mm) maximum and 4 inches (102 mm) minimum.
What is the minimum stair width?
(1) Stairways serving an occupant load of more than 50 shall be not less in width than 44 inches. Stairways serving an occupant load of 50...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:22:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can crepe myrtles be pruned in summer?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-crepe-myrtles-be-pruned-in-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-crepe-myrtles-be-pruned-in-summer.html</guid><description>Can crepe myrtles be pruned in summer?
Pruning crepe myrtles in summer is not the optimal time of year to trim your trees, unless you wait until after they bloom. Floridata notes that some cultivars continue to bloom for as long as 120 days, making this tree or large shrub a popular landscape plant....</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:15:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much does it cost to cut down a 25 foot pine tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-cut-down-a-25-foot-pine-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-does-it-cost-to-cut-down-a-25-foot-pine-tree.html</guid><description>How much does it cost to cut down a 25 foot pine tree?
Removing Trees – Cost Per Tree
Size
Height
Average cost
Small
Up to 15 ft.
$225 – $500
Medium
15 – 25 ft.
$500 – $900
Large
25 – 60 ft.
$900 – $2500
Extra Large
60 – 120 ft
$2500 – $4500
How much does it cost to remove a $50 foot pin...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:13:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do landscapers do artificial turf?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-landscapers-do-artificial-turf.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-landscapers-do-artificial-turf.html</guid><description>Do landscapers do artificial turf?
Technically, artificial grass specialists or installers will have more experience installing artificial grass, but most will probably still be from a landscaping background. They’ll have more experience, as they dedicate most of their time to installing fake grass....</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:11:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the best front mount snowblower for snow removal?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-best-front-mount-snowblower-for-snow-removal.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-best-front-mount-snowblower-for-snow-removal.html</guid><description>Which is the best front mount snowblower for snow removal?
FRONT MOUNT SNOWBLOWER Erskine® snowblowers have been proven for over 50 years by people who need to move snow fast after every snowfall or blizzard. This tough, dependable blower is built to go day after day. Features quick mount and dismou...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:10:41 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Which is the best evergreen tree to hide a house?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-best-evergreen-tree-to-hide-a-house.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/which-is-the-best-evergreen-tree-to-hide-a-house.html</guid><description>Which is the best evergreen tree to hide a house?
The Thuja Green Giant Arborvitae is an exceptionally fast growing tree. Its pyramidal shape holds up rich and dense foliage that darkens in the winter months. Many homeowners choose this type of evergreen tree as a privacy screen to hide the neighbor...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:09:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Do magnolia trees have destructive roots?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-magnolia-trees-have-destructive-roots.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/do-magnolia-trees-have-destructive-roots.html</guid><description>Do magnolia trees have destructive roots?
Like many magnolia trees, their root system is wide and stretches out horizontally as much as four times the width of the tree canopy. However, magnolia tree roots are not considered as invasive and potentially destructive as some root systems. But their lar...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:04:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How long does it take for a pine tree to grow 100 feet?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-pine-tree-to-grow-100-feet.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-pine-tree-to-grow-100-feet.html</guid><description>How long does it take for a pine tree to grow 100 feet?
Later on the maturity of pine trees finally, adult leaves or we can say needles grow from these scale leaves. It takes about 25-30 years for pine trees to reach its maturity but sometimes people leave them for 50 years to grow fully as older th...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:02:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Are outside water faucets standard size?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-outside-water-faucets-standard-size.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/are-outside-water-faucets-standard-size.html</guid><description>Are outside water faucets standard size?
The most common sizes are usually either ½ inch or ¾ inch. All that this size refers to is the diameter of the pipe. When deciding on the size of hose bib that’s right for you, it all comes down to how much pressure you need coming out of the faucet. The smal...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:57:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of pine trees grow in Florida?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-pine-trees-grow-in-florida.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-pine-trees-grow-in-florida.html</guid><description>What kind of pine trees grow in Florida?
There are two types of sand pines that you can find in Florida, which include the Ocala sand pine and the Choctawhatchee sand pine. The main difference between the two is the cones: The Ocala stays more closed while the Choctawhatchee are open. The sand pine ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:46:47 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How many house fires happen in a year?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-house-fires-happen-in-a-year.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-many-house-fires-happen-in-a-year.html</guid><description>How many house fires happen in a year?
During this five-year period, US fire departments responded to an estimated average of 353,100 home structure fires per year. These fires caused an annual average of 2,620 civilian deaths; 11,030 civilian fire injuries; and $7.2 billion in direct property damag...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:45:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat citrus scabs?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-citrus-scabs.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-citrus-scabs.html</guid><description>How do you treat citrus scabs?
To fight citrus scab disease, spray the tree with a copper fungicide. ANSWER: This is citrus scab disease. To reduce occurrence this year, first remove all of the old fruit from the tree. Spray the tree before it blooms with a copper fungicide (Liquid Copper, Copper Fu...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:44:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How much of a tree can be topped?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-of-a-tree-can-be-topped.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-much-of-a-tree-can-be-topped.html</guid><description>How much of a tree can be topped?
It is highly suggested that only 20% or lesser of the tree’s canopy should be cut at once in order to avoid the tree from suffering.
Why trees should not be topped?
Unsafe Structure Topping causes the quick growth of dense, weak, upright branches called watersprouts...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:38:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How high does Pittosporum grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-high-does-pittosporum-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-high-does-pittosporum-grow.html</guid><description>How high does Pittosporum grow?
15 feet tall
Also sometimes called mock orange, Pittosporum is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 15 feet tall, the dense leaves and attractive white flowers are an excellent feature to a garden.
What is the tallest Pittosporum?
Lemonwood
Lemonwood – Pittosporum...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:20:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves on my aspen tree turning brown?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-aspen-tree-turning-brown.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-leaves-on-my-aspen-tree-turning-brown.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves on my aspen tree turning brown?
What’s leaf scorch? According to the Colorado University Extension, “Leaf scorch is caused by a tree or shrub’s inability to take up sufficient water to meet its needs under harsh summer weather conditions.”
Is aspen the same as birch?
Quaking Aspen...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:18:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you encourage vines to grow?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-encourage-vines-to-grow.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-encourage-vines-to-grow.html</guid><description>How do you encourage vines to grow?
To encourage bushy growth on young vines, pinch out the stems’ terminal buds. If you want just a few vertical stems, though (for a tracery of growth around a column, for example), don’t pinch. Instead, remove all but one or two long stems at the base.
What to use ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:15:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of fungus grows on oak trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-fungus-grows-on-oak-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-fungus-grows-on-oak-trees.html</guid><description>What kind of fungus grows on oak trees?
Armillaria
Armillaria is a parasitic, wood-rotting fungus, from a genus of over 30 species of fungi. It’s usually found in forests of trees made up of oaks, hickories, maples, and mixed conifers. It also infects many types of fruit and nut trees, shrubs, and o...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:02:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What does a Crimson King Maple look like in the fall?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-crimson-king-maple-look-like-in-the-fall.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-does-a-crimson-king-maple-look-like-in-the-fall.html</guid><description>What does a Crimson King Maple look like in the fall?
It is popular for its summer foliage in purple-green shades. In the fall the leaves turn brown, bronze or maroon before dropping off. In the springtime the leaf crown fills with yellow and maroon flowers. The Crimson King maple has a shallow root...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:01:18 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you treat fungal disease in fruit trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-fungal-disease-in-fruit-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-treat-fungal-disease-in-fruit-trees.html</guid><description>How do you treat fungal disease in fruit trees?
The best method to control and prevent this disease from damaging your trees is to spray fungicides for these fruit trees at regular intervals of two to three weeks during the period when disease pressure is the highest and the conditions are right for...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:58:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you politely say I need your help?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-politely-say-i-need-your-help.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-politely-say-i-need-your-help.html</guid><description>How do you politely say I need your help?
1️⃣2️⃣ Could someone help me, please?
Help – the simple scream for help.
Could/can/will you help me, please?
I need some assistance.
Could you give me a hand.
Could you lend me a hand.
Could you hold that.
I need your support.
Would you mind helping me?
Ca...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:56:50 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do you save a dying evergreen tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-save-a-dying-evergreen-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-you-save-a-dying-evergreen-tree.html</guid><description>How do you save a dying evergreen tree?
The following will help you manage needlecast:
Prune away dead branches, twigs, and infected areas of the tree.
Remove fallen foliage and destroy it (burn it).
Apply a fungicide to the tree after removing signs of the infection.
Deep water the tree once per ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:46:54 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I revive my hibiscus?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-revive-my-hibiscus.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-revive-my-hibiscus.html</guid><description>How do I revive my hibiscus?
To revive a dying hibiscus ensure the soil is moist rather then saturated, mist the leaves to increase humidity and ensure your hibiscus has at least 5 hours of sunlight. Once you have adjusted the conditions to suit the hibiscus, new growth should emerge in the Spring a...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:40:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Can you kill Bermuda grass dormant?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-kill-bermuda-grass-dormant.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/can-you-kill-bermuda-grass-dormant.html</guid><description>Can you kill Bermuda grass dormant?
For best results, kill Bermuda grass in the winter, when it is dormant and weak. Mow the Bermuda grass as short as you can. This grass propagates by roots and runners, so collect the grass clippings in a plastic bag, knot it firmly and dispose of appropriately.
Wh...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:40:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What kind of fungus is on my apple tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-fungus-is-on-my-apple-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-kind-of-fungus-is-on-my-apple-tree.html</guid><description>What kind of fungus is on my apple tree?
Consult our Winter Moth page for more details. Canker is a fungal infection which enters tree wood at the site of existing damage, normally caused by bad pruning techniques although damage by woolly aphid (see above) can also allow the fungus to enter the tre...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:34:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What diseases affect mulberry trees?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-diseases-affect-mulberry-trees.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-diseases-affect-mulberry-trees.html</guid><description>What diseases affect mulberry trees?
Diseases
Armillaria root rot.
Bacterial blight.
Bacterial leaf scorch (similar to Oleander leaf scorch)
Canker diseases. Nectria canker.
Wetwood or slime flux.
Wood decay.
What killed my mulberry tree?
Hear this out loudPauseBacterial blight on mulberry trees ...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:33:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>What are some aesthetics questions?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-some-aesthetics-questions.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/what-are-some-aesthetics-questions.html</guid><description>What are some aesthetics questions?
Aestheticians ask questions like “What is a work of art?”, “What makes a work of art successful?”, “Why do we find certain things beautiful?”, “How can things of very different categories be considered equally beautiful?”, “Is there a connection between art and mo...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:32:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Why are the leaves falling off my cherry tree?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-leaves-falling-off-my-cherry-tree.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/why-are-the-leaves-falling-off-my-cherry-tree.html</guid><description>Why are the leaves falling off my cherry tree?
Overwatering of flowering cherries can cause leaves to fall. Leaves falling off trees it is known as defoliation. Leaf fall can be natural, as it occurs with most deciduous trees in the fall, or can be due to fungal disease, bacterial disease and improp...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:29:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>How do I keep squirrels and chipmunks out of my vegetable garden?</title><link>https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-keep-squirrels-and-chipmunks-out-of-my-vegetable-garden.html</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://vault.crisfranklin.com.br/how-do-i-keep-squirrels-and-chipmunks-out-of-my-vegetable-garden.html</guid><description>How do I keep squirrels and chipmunks out of my vegetable garden?
The Best Ways to Stop Squirrels and Chipmunks from Destroying Your Plants
Understand Why Squirrels and Chipmunks Dig.
Apply Cayenne Pepper or Other Repellent.
Avoid Attracting Squirrels and Chipmunks as Much as Possible.
Protect B...</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:21:30 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>