Destroying pampas grass: After discarding the plumes and wrapping the grass in duct tape, cut the grass down to about two inches. Mix 5.2 tablespoons of concentrated glyphosate or imazapyr with a gallon of water. Spray the plant carefully, following the instructions on the herbicide bottle. Pampas grass may be beautiful, but as with cacti, …
How annoying is it when you turn on the garden hose and no water comes out? Just as you untwist the kink, another one appears. I can’t count how many times I’ve been irritated by that! Fortunately, I’ve learned that a no-kink garden hose can quickly solve this annoying problem. That is why I have decided …
What are soil mites? Soil mites are arthropods difficult to see with the naked eye. They can be white, brown, or another color. They’re generally harmless to people, although they can carry parasites, such as tapeworms. Soil mites won’t munch on your plants. In fact, they may even be beneficial. You look at your plant …
How to kill clover in lawn: Remove it manually. Loosen the soil and pull the clover straight up. Do an herbicide spot treatment. Don’t get spray on desired plants. Apply a “weed and feed” product to your lawn. Mow high. Tall grass prevents clover from getting sunlight. When it comes to clover in your lawn, …
How to care for a bonsai tree: Water your tree when the soil feels dry about a centimeter down. If growing your tree indoors, you can give it a balanced liquid fertilizer, year-round. Prune the upper and outer parts of the plant to make its growth lower and more compact. Wondering how to take care …
The average weight of a utility farm tractor with 52 to 75 horsepower is 5,264 pounds. You can add additional weight to any tractor with suitcase weights, wheel weights, ballast boxes, or liquid ballasts. A heavier tractor will have better traction and stability during demanding work. Looking to buy a new tractor? Don’t know how …
If you live in an area with cold winters, you may have no choice but to bring your lavender indoors. Now what? Considering that it prefers full sun, can it survive in your house, much less thrive? Good news — with the right care, it can do both! In this article, I’ll explain how to …
The biggest difference between a garden tractor and lawn tractor lies in their usage. Both machines cut grass, but a garden tractor does much more. It can haul heavy material, cultivate the soil, plow snow and perform other heavy work, thanks to the stronger engine and sturdier construction. A lawn tractor and a garden tractor …
The best time to buy a lawn tractor is in late February and early March. This is when the stores are fully stocked and ready to sell you new releases at a lower price. The best lawn mower sales also happen in August and September, but the stock may be limited by then. Has your …
How small can a tiny bonsai tree be? And where can I buy one for myself? It’s completely normal if you had these questions pop into your head when you saw a miniature bonsai tree for the first time. They are just so adorable, one instantly wants to know more about them. Bonsai trees are …