Garden & Landscape - February 2007

we live in a new development and there is construction still going on in the area. Also, there is a farm across the street. With that, and the construction, our little development has developed a gopher problem. We have landscaped our backyard, but the gophers are eating all of our plants! (and putting holes in our less then 2 year old lawn) What can I replant in the spring that will look pretty but not be attractiveto the gophers? Short of firebombing our yards, there is no way to get rid of them since the farm will always be across the street. Help!!

2007-02-06 16:15:42 · 3 answers · asked by Questioning 2

I see that my local nursery has them in 3-4 foot size. i really like the way they look . If I plant them in a row and flatten them on top ,do they form a nice looking hedge?
How long will it take for them to grow into a 6' hedge? I am wanting to screen my neighbors.
Also another place in my yard I want to plant them in a row and grow them in their tree form to make a tall screen. Will they look good this way as well? Will they grow fast into a 10' screen?
Any tips appreciated, thanks.

2007-02-06 15:55:43 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

If having an opium poppy plant is not illegal to own, why doesn't anywhere sell it? has anyone seen one?

2007-02-06 15:47:01 · 6 answers · asked by Major Tom 3

I keep hearing both that it does and that it does not, even on the internet it says both@!
What is the truth?
Anybody with experience?

2007-02-06 15:39:12 · 4 answers · asked by Ronald S 1

2007-02-06 15:08:59 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-06 14:52:32 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

If I don't have any recomendations on a Tree Co trimming me tree,what are some of the things I should look for?

2007-02-06 14:04:01 · 7 answers · asked by ericfaul2003 4

2007-02-06 14:01:27 · 4 answers · asked by princess 2

How do I install a weathervane ontop of a clay tile roof? I have seen homes in my neighborhood who had one installed.So, it is possible. Please help. Thanks

2007-02-06 13:55:51 · 3 answers · asked by mcr8tor 2

2007-02-06 12:53:35 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-06 12:41:34 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

It is a fairly large cascading corner fountain. I have no pump...yet. I would like to use it like a waterfall and connect it to a pond but have no idea how to go about this. I am tired of promises by those around me to help and if I had the correct information am pretty sure I could do this myself.
I would need to know what supplies I would need and how to set up pump etc to make it work the way I am picturing it. I need the soothing sound of running water close to me and it would also bring the wildlife within view. Making a wildlife habitat on the little piece that is mine to work with.
I would like to thank everyone who will contribute to this question

2007-02-06 12:03:44 · 3 answers · asked by realgoddess66 2

If a tree breaks wind in the forest do we smell it in the city.

2007-02-06 11:55:27 · 2 answers · asked by Aaron 2

i live in Pa and i cannot find a way to get a hold of a black calla lily for my girlfriend (its her favorite) so please help me out with finding one

2007-02-06 11:48:08 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've got a 2 1/2 ft deep koi pond for 6 years but have not been able to find any plants that my koi don't leave alone

2007-02-06 11:36:21 · 5 answers · asked by johnbracke 1

2007-02-06 11:32:31 · 3 answers · asked by dr draticity 1

boxes that hold 1 dozen flowers should be approximately 12 inches long by 6 inches wide. they should be progressively larger to hold 1 1/2 doz.& 2 doz. they should be made of a polyethelyne that won't bend when held

2007-02-06 11:31:27 · 2 answers · asked by KINGFISH 1

2007-02-06 11:16:14 · 5 answers · asked by Nancy D 1

I live in Florida and I'm hoping to start a garden come next spring, but I'd like to add my own fertalizer (to make the food more "organic" or "natural" in a sense.) I've read some guides, but I'd like some more hands-on information from those who have "been there, done that".

-What is the best container to use?
-How often should I turn the pile?
-When should I add new waste?
-How does the humidity in the summertime affect my compost pile?
-Will the pile attract unwanteds (i.e. raccoons, mosquitos, snakes, etc.)?
-What's the best way to add compost to my garden before, once, and after it's established?

Thanks so much!

2007-02-06 11:05:21 · 6 answers · asked by Athena 3

I have impatience plant in a pot inside the house, I noticed if I dont water it every day it starts to droop and wilt. I went away for three days and now it looks dead, it is completely wilted. Is it dead or will it be ok with time and water and some sun.

2007-02-06 11:05:13 · 7 answers · asked by f_jayce 5

2007-02-06 10:56:39 · 5 answers · asked by nannylaura 1

are you happy with the weather were you live? does it rain too much or not enough? is it always snowing or does it never snow?

2007-02-06 10:53:01 · 7 answers · asked by God loves you 2

Last year my neighbour suggested that I dig up all my gladioli before the frosts got to them. I did this and stored them in newspaper in the shed. When do I plant them out again? I live in Oxfordshire, UK.

2007-02-06 09:40:30 · 4 answers · asked by ? 1

2007-02-06 09:19:49 · 2 answers · asked by caver nicklson 1

Im not looking for the seeds or anything and I really want to get my GF some of those flowers even if its not in season...Does anyone know where they sell them? already full grown? or even halfway I wouldnt mind. Please let me know as much as you know, Thanks!

2007-02-06 09:19:19 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I planted 5 in kind of a shaded area in the back of my yard. It is kind of forrest - like, but still receives filtered sunrays. I planted them there about 2 1/2 years ago in the fall and they seem healthy, they just have not really bloomed that good yet. Anybody with any experience or knowledge if they really will bloom or not?

2007-02-06 09:04:17 · 4 answers · asked by Charles R 1

2007-02-06 08:41:05 · 4 answers · asked by meadowlark 1

I bought my house about 3 months ago, so Im guessing the sod has been down now for 3 1/2 to 4 months, putting it at late Oct early Nov. I put down my pre-emergent stuff as soon as I moved in, right around Thanksgiving. Now I have crabgrass and weeds all over my yard and it looks atrocious. I have Bermuda grass in both my front and backyard, and it goes dormant this time of year, but it should start to turn by March/April, so I dont want my yard to look like crap when I go to re-landscape and add my flowers and shrubs. The builder put in some lousy bushes. I live in GA north of Atlanta so if any locals have an idea let me know.

2007-02-06 08:28:46 · 4 answers · asked by Mike H 2

I want to put down some shade grass seed in a small area of my yard. I live in the south. Can I go ahead and seed even though it's still winter?

2007-02-06 07:36:44 · 4 answers · asked by TB28 2

I am renovating my yard and have tons of roses and I have existing Jasmine. I want to add an herb garden and possibly a free fruit trees. Can someone help me out being a beginner? THnaks.

2007-02-06 07:15:44 · 4 answers · asked by Bobby T 2