Home & Garden - 11 August 2007

I have a slope to cover, about 25 ft square. There is a stiarcase going through (a rather large long one). Soil is pretty crappy, dry, the site is very windy. I have a list of plants for windy dry sites, so that isn't my primary concern. I don't really want to just cover it with one plant but rather would like it to have some variety while still being extremely low maintenance (slope makes it difficult to get around). I know that I should plant "drifts," but not really sure what that means. And I'm not completely sure I DO want variety. I haven't really seen pictures or examples of what i want except for one yard that has only a carpet of vinca, with young aspen trees (not good plants for my situation, but I could find suitable substitues). It looks nice, has open lush feeling. But I don't want to plant any large trees to preserve a nice view.

I don't know. I need inspiration!

2007-08-11 13:11:23 · 3 answers · asked by LaDeeDa 2 in Garden & Landscape

2007-08-11 12:51:28 · 2 answers · asked by Rebel 2 in Garden & Landscape

Our pool cleaner robot has been broken all summer and we just recently replaced it. I have been shocking the pool and using a clarifier, and I did put algaecide in it about two weeks ago. It is still very green and foggy. Helpppp

2007-08-11 12:43:29 · 7 answers · asked by Chris T 3 in Garden & Landscape

2007-08-11 12:39:17 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

how do you wash a bra? i know u cant do it in the washing machine so how do u clean it by hand??
thanks!

2007-08-11 12:30:10 · 6 answers · asked by ♥ G 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

Looks like my dinosaur of a hot water heater has finally gone to appliance heaven. How do I drain the thing so I don't end up with even more water on the floor?

2007-08-11 11:56:36 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

or are they grounded?

2007-08-11 11:25:14 · 7 answers · asked by concaf 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

Our cat dug a hole about the size of a half dollar.

2007-08-11 11:19:05 · 4 answers · asked by dullerd 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I know that it's something that farmers and ranchers must have to feed their livestock, but, I was just wondering. Thanks in advance.

2007-08-11 10:29:10 · 4 answers · asked by tatt_tude 2 in Other - Home & Garden

Was sold online a few years ago, but they sold out, and I can't seem to find anymore listed.

2007-08-11 10:26:35 · 5 answers · asked by Kim G 1 in Garden & Landscape

2007-08-11 10:21:35 · 14 answers · asked by DV 1 in Garden & Landscape

I have sorted and stacked all (ALL) the clothes in our house, and since we're at the change of seasons, EVERYTHING (almost) needs washing. I have about 30 loads total including linens (there are 6 of us)
Our Laundromat has
1. Regular machines for $1.75
2. 3 load machines for $2.50
3. Super big 6 load machines for $5.25

I have never used the giant machines...do they clean well? Will they tear up my clothes? How much soap should I use? Liquid or powder?
I need to buy the detergent, since our washer at home takes only HE...can I get cheap liquid, or do I have to buy Tide?
I just want this laundry DONE. If I do it at home, it will take DAYS (a little over an hour a load in my machine at home in a VERY hot 2nd floor laundry room)
So...whadaya think?

2007-08-11 10:20:42 · 7 answers · asked by monica t 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

My dog has taken a liking to peeing in one area of the back yard by the door. Since I discovered this, I have stopped her from going there. However now I notice that there is a sour smell of dog pee in that area especially on hot humid days. Does anyone have a simple solution that I can make and spray in that area to get rid of the smell?

2007-08-11 10:20:36 · 5 answers · asked by Michelle R 1 in Garden & Landscape

The ants are small ants and there are lots of them. We will spray and then an hr or so later theres a ton more. Any natural ways to get rid of them. Or how to locate the nest.

2007-08-11 10:13:54 · 12 answers · asked by davidrobertdayii 1 in Other - Home & Garden

2007-08-11 10:07:07 · 10 answers · asked by VICTOR B 1 in Do It Yourself (DIY)

its about 6 in tall with about 4 roses on it, i just want to know how to keep it alive for more than just a year. i put it in a bigger pot than it came in and have been feeding it with a houseplant food.....anyother tips?

2007-08-11 10:04:44 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

I moved into a rental house in arizona and the entire backyard is little stone. Suddenly when the monsoons hit, my entire backyard started growing grass. Not just a little...a full thick yard. I can't afford to water the stuff when the monsoons are over and i can't cut it because the entire bottom is stones. I need to kill it all off. I'm not really worried about planting anything in the future, but i can't have this grass growing. Does anyone have a homemade grass killer recipe that I can use on a large scale that will take less than 10 days? (we will get fined if we don't keep up the yard, stupid CC&Rs). Thanks

2007-08-11 10:02:35 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Garden & Landscape

i just bought new tappan 60hz

2007-08-11 09:59:08 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

2007-08-11 09:49:09 · 5 answers · asked by Oleman 1 in Garden & Landscape

I bought a couple of spirea shrubs today to plant for fall planting. I live in central IL, zone 6 where it is EXTREMELY hot right now. When can I safely transplant them into the ground? Thanks!

2007-08-11 09:48:42 · 4 answers · asked by JenEstes 5 in Garden & Landscape

2007-08-11 09:45:10 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Do It Yourself (DIY)

the fuzzies usually come from towels that i have just bought, but i don't want to use them before i wash them. what am i supposed to do?

2007-08-11 09:35:25 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cleaning & Laundry

I just recently moved into a new apt..the toilets in the house have been acting fine up until about 2 days ago. sometimes the toilet will make gurgling noises and start bubbling and seldomly the shower will gurgle also. when we flush the toilet it rises all the way to the top and then slowly drains...my roomates toilet cannot flush at all..what could be causing this? anyway to fix it myself? someone told me its because toilet paper is being put in the toilet *doesnt make sense though* someone help please!!!

2007-08-11 09:32:15 · 10 answers · asked by ♥LoveHina♥ 1 in Other - Home & Garden

2007-08-11 09:23:04 · 8 answers · asked by ? 3 in Cleaning & Laundry

central Pennsylvania

2007-08-11 09:21:05 · 3 answers · asked by Cory 1 in Garden & Landscape

In the stores I see most go up to 120 inches. Is it possible to buy extensions to put in the rods?

Or, what would you suggest?

2007-08-11 09:20:06 · 9 answers · asked by Molly 6 in Decorating & Remodeling

I would like to find a catterpillar and watch it make a cocoon.
So where is a good place in the back yard to find one?
Also what do they eat besides leaves, grass and fruit?

2007-08-11 09:03:10 · 0 answers · asked by nicki 4 in Garden & Landscape

2007-08-11 08:58:44 · 15 answers · asked by ellie 2 in Garden & Landscape

The floors in my house are very squeaky. Everytime u step they squeak. is there an easy/not so expensive way to reduce this? The house was built in the 70's. Can i do anything about this or do i just have to live w/ it.
Please answer! thanx!

2007-08-11 08:54:20 · 4 answers · asked by minibear20 2 in Decorating & Remodeling

2007-08-11 08:46:40 · 9 answers · asked by maxxkatt16 1 in Garden & Landscape