Garden & Landscape - November 2007

What is a nice lawn hedge? We have some bushes/hedges in the front yard in front of our windows but they are very woody (lots of stems and braches and little leaves) and they grow so fast we have to cut them back every fews weeks. We would like something more attractive that would appeal the curb value of our home. We live in Austin TX. Thanks for all suggestions!

2007-11-10 10:58:49 · 4 answers · asked by Amers 3

2007-11-10 10:29:53 · 3 answers · asked by confused 1

My land slopes to the back (not very bad, but enough), does anyone know if I need to do anything special when planting trees?

2007-11-10 10:08:13 · 4 answers · asked by Angela S 2

Just am curious.....I went for a walk the other night and when I looked up my neighbor had their tree up and decorated ....no I am not a window peeker it was in the patio window all lite up.
I am debating on doing this too...lol...

2007-11-10 08:15:59 · 11 answers · asked by ღ♥ღLaurieღ♥ღ 4

I have a low spot in my lawn and I want to build it up with topsoil in the spring and plant grass seed. Is it necessary to remove the grass underneath the new topsoil or can I put the topsoil on top of the grass that's already there?

2007-11-10 06:56:53 · 13 answers · asked by WilmaF 5

Has anyone had any sugsess keeping them in a terrarium over a extended period of time?I have kept them for several months only to have them die . can anyone give me suggestions about this?

2007-11-10 06:26:46 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

i grew some moonflower vines outside this past summer and was wondering if they could regrow in the winter. the root base is about 1 1/2 inch thick....it just seems so sad to have to tear all those vines down. but if they really wont regrow im gonna have to- they are on the front of the house.
so~~ is it possible for them to regrow or should i just tear them down?

2007-11-10 06:12:29 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I did not see it because it was pressed down so low. I ran over it and it made a loud BANG and stopped. I tried starting it about 15 min. later, and it just made a low sputtering noise. What can I do? We have NO money to replace it or get it repaired...do you think I ruined it?

2007-11-10 05:57:49 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

preferably evergreens, but any trees that you know of would be good. thanks!

2007-11-10 04:33:42 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

i need to know what type of soil to use and fertilization requirements. They are going to be indoor plants. Also if possible what type of pot will be the best to use.

2007-11-10 04:05:00 · 2 answers · asked by NICOLE R S 1

2007-11-10 03:15:17 · 4 answers · asked by monclovacutter 1

We have an 18" deep "pond", 60" in diameter. We know the one Koi should be able to overwinter (zone 7b) but can the little goldfish? We have a small fountain but no heater. Our fancy small goldfish has lasted through the heat of summer - what low temp can he take or must we bring him in?

2007-11-10 02:14:07 · 5 answers · asked by Amy R 7

2007-11-10 02:10:43 · 5 answers · asked by marish2001 1

...are the genetically altered to wilt & die 3 days after purchase so you have no choice but to buy another.

2007-11-10 01:09:18 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-09 23:27:39 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-09 23:06:18 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Sorry I don't have a scanner, so no pic is available. Its a leafy potted plant that seems to be fairly hardy (fingers crossed). Its a creeper I think. Well, I don't know what you call it but Its leaves grow down, and they can get pretty long. Its pretty common. You see them spilling down the sides of file cabinets in almost every office in the country. No flowers. The leaves have light yellow streaks on them.

2007-11-09 22:46:09 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

1, Grow in dim, artificial light w/ no exposure to fresh air
2. Don't require special types of soil or food
3. Perennial
4. Potted
5. Frequently blooming
6. Fragrant flowers
7. Brightly colored

Trying to find a way to spruce up my tiny living quarters, and any suggestions of plants you've had luck with would be appreciated. I realize the last 3 may not all be possible.

2007-11-09 22:41:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I live in zone 5 and I planted a lot of evergreens over the summer. Do they go dormant in the winter or do they still need some type of care? Thanks!

2007-11-09 16:40:42 · 9 answers · asked by Emily Dew 7

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2007-11-09 15:04:41 · 7 answers · asked by *~JeS~* 5

You know....in gardens where someone has trimmed a juniper bush to have a spiral shape? I can't seem to find an instructional site for this. Topiary I think its called...

2007-11-09 14:59:02 · 5 answers · asked by JS 3

we have memory flower bed,(5yr old grandaughter). The curved bricks are not secured to the ground! Someone told wife, that they'll freeze & crack this winter? Ifind this hard to believe, but will they break/crack?? Flower bed is very important to us!! thankyou

2007-11-09 13:33:54 · 6 answers · asked by happywjc 7

i know its a weird question but where dose pink slime mold grow? it looks like tiny pink beads clustered together. it very pretty accully. also can anyone give me a link to a website with pictures of it thank you so much! =D

2007-11-09 12:36:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-09 11:12:20 · 19 answers · asked by Raphael 1

24 inch diameter tree stump in back yard

2007-11-09 11:01:37 · 8 answers · asked by Britton T 1

My rose bushes are very tall, maybe 5 feet or even taller. I am not a garden person and those bushes were there when I bought this house...so just wanted to know what to do because they are really beautiful when they are blooming.


Thanks all you garden people ;]]

2007-11-09 10:34:37 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-09 09:36:53 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have 7 Italian Cypress trees, all planted at the same time. The taller ones have one main trunk but the shorter have several main trunks(if I can can them that) and each trunk seems to be wanting the top position. My question is, Can I prune the lower or weaker looking trunks so that most of the growth is concentrated on just one trunk? The trees are approx. 10' to 12' tall. planted 4 years ago at 3 feet in height.

2007-11-09 08:49:35 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-09 08:44:46 · 3 answers · asked by lotusflower_ph 1

We transplanted a small Japanese Maple tree about two weeks ago, and the leaves are all turning. It just looks really traumatized. Should I prune it back, so that it doesn't have to work so hard to recover, or will this cause it more trauma?

2007-11-09 07:29:50 · 5 answers · asked by Agent Mime2 3