The simplest way is to dig up the soil, about 6 inches deeper than the roots and sift the soil to be sure you're getting all the pips and parts of the plants. If you can save the plants for someone else, many people value them. Good Luck! ... View related article.
Generally, nitrogen encourages leaf and shoot growth. So cut back on the nitrogen. Phosphorus enhances energy production, and greatly helps with flowers and fruit (high energy users), potash helps with overall health. So less nitrogen and more phosphorus (bone meal) and potash (wood ashes) should help a lot with flowering.
And to the people that have trees with no buds - either at home or at the nursery, cherry buds are quite visible, if there are no buds its dead. If it is at the nursery or Home Depot - don't buy it unless it has full visible buds. ... View related article.
It probably is dead. If there are no buds on the branches its gone. Typically this kind of tree (ie weeping variety) is grafted onto a parent stock -- and the shoots coming from the base will be that parent stock and will not have the weeping habit. The parent tree may not be a cherry (although most likely) -- it could also be another member of the cherry or Prunus family. If you only bought it two months ago, and from a reputable nursery they should be willing to exchange it or give you a credit. Most nurseries give a 1 year guarantee. Good Luck ... View related article.
It's a little question with a big answer. You need education, job experience, self motivation, self employment attributes (which includes everything you can think of, and lots more you haven't), money helps a lot, equipment, truck, helpers, a big desire to help people, lots of respect for the trees, strong safety mindedness, no fear of heights, and an outstanding command of common sense and practicality. That should get you started, then the real work starts! ... View related article.
Most of the lubricants will work well, but it helps if you can cool your finger, and at the same time heat the ring. The ring should expand enough to slide off, then you can get a jeweler to make it a bit larger. ... View related article.
What kind of tree is it? If this is a conifer, then a non-abrasive hand cleaner or varsol will work. Should be done in the shade. If it is hardwood, car soap should be fine. ... View related article.
I think your pup is a German Shephard - the shape of the head, colouring, size of the paws --I believe the ears will come up - try not to fondle them until after they are erect, and the cartilage hardens. I hope you have started training, your pup looks alert and a bit stubborn, and the best habits are started early. Additionally, German
Sheppards are strong on posturing, especially if they want to boss. You might think they are going to tear the other dog apart, but it is almost all show. Early training (in a fun way) helps a lot. And, if they adopt you as part of the pack, they are devoted and protective. Fun to have, and a great companion. ... View related article.
Great picture! Suggest a bigger top with sheet metal (not aluminum) so can't reach food, and hang it further from the building so the squirrel can't jump ... View related article.
