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Q&A

How do you take care of a lawnmower?

How do you take care of a lawnmower? Annual Lawn Mower Maintenance ChecklistChange the oil.Add fuel stabilizer to the fuel system, or remove all fuel from the mower if discontinuing mower use for more than 30 days.Replace the spark plug.Replace and clean the air filter.Sharpen the lawn mower blades.Balance the lawn mower blades.Keep the mower clean. How can I make my lawn mower better? 7 Ways to Improve the Life of Your Lawn MowerMaintain Your Lawn Mower Every Season. Keep the Blade Sharp for Better Cutting. Use Your Owner's Manual. Use Fresh Fuel and Keep It Fresh. Check the Oil...

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What do you do with shallow tree roots?

What do you do with shallow tree roots? So, What can i do to deal with surface roots?Don't cut surface roots! Topdress around the base of the tree to deal with surface roots. Use mulch over your trees surface roots. Avoid planting trees with shallow root systems. Choose trees with deeper root systems. Consider a smaller tree. Don't plant your tree too deep. How do you get rid of shallow roots? Mark the area you'll cut, and dig a hole all the way around the root until it is completely exposed. Use a root saw to prune the tree. Carefully...

Lifehacks

Can you take cuttings from tiger grass?

Can you take cuttings from tiger grass? Description: Perennial grass with stout culms to 3 metres (10′) tall, lance shaped leaves and fine plumes of purple flowers. It forms dense clumps and can be propagated by either seed or division. How do you grow tiger grass? Cultivation: grow tiger grass in well-drained, average soil and water well until established. It is ideal in humid tropical areas, and quite drought tolerant once established. Apply fertiliser with high nitrogen, such as a lawn food, to hasten growth, and cut back every 3-4 years to refresh. Does Tiger grass need to be cut...

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Can banana trees be transplanted?

Can banana trees be transplanted? Transplanting Hardy Banana Rhizomes Hardy banana grows from a rhizome. You can transplant new banana trees from purchased rhizomes at any time in spring before active growth begins. In frost-free areas, late winter immediately before the spring growing season begins may provide a suitable planting time. Can you cut a banana tree and replant it? If the pup has nice roots of its own growing separate from the parent plant, you can divide it and plant it as a new banana plant. With a clean, sharp knife, cut the banana plant pup off of the...

Guidelines

Why are there so many trees in my yard?

Why are there so many trees in my yard? There could be a root problem Big trees are old trees—and old trees often have wandering roots. As they go hunting for water and nutrients, roots expand and grow, causing problems throughout the surrounding property. Are there problems with buying a big tree? But if you’re lucky enough to find it, wait a beat before you rush to make an offer: Those big trees can bring a host of problems. Your dream doesn’t have to die, though. All you need is a little front-end scrutiny. Consider these factors during your home...

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Which is the morning person or evening person?

Which is the morning person or evening person? The standard circadian profile is the N type, which means people who wake up between 7 and 8 a.m. and go to bed between 11 p.m. and midnight. The N type is most likely to be alert in the morning and early evening and least alert in the early afternoon. The MM and ME types are still within the standard range,... Which is more alert in the morning or evening? The N type is most likely to be alert in the morning and early evening and least alert in the early afternoon....

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Where is Newburyport on the north shore of Massachusetts?

Where is Newburyport on the north shore of Massachusetts? The city is part of Massachusetts' North Shore; Newburyport was laid out on the elevated south bank of the Merrimack River between the river and Newbury marshes. What was the population of Newburyport in 2010? The population was 17,416 at the 2010 census. A historic seaport with vibrant tourism industry, Newburyport includes part of Plum Island. The mooring, winter storage, and maintenance of recreational boats, motor and sail, still contribute a large part of the city's income. When did enslaved people live in Newburyport MA? In 1755, as many as fifty...

Tips

How do you treat rusty leaves?

How do you treat rusty leaves? Try these suggestions:Remove and destroy all leaves and plant parts affected by rust.You might have to destroy badly infected plants completely to prevent them infecting other plants of the same species.Spray with a suitable rust control product containing fungicide, repeating as recommended. What is leaf rust disease? Leaf rust, also called brown rust, occurs across the U.S. and Canada and can cause severe yield loss in epidemic years. It is caused by the fungal pathogen Puccinia triticina. Leaf rust pustules rupture the leaf epidermis, but lack conspicuous tear marks. How do you get rid...

Miscellaneous

What height should a light switch be?

What height should a light switch be? 48 inches So what height do light switches have to be in a home? For a majority of rooms, builders tend to place the bottoms of light switches 48 inches above the floor. This is a comfortable height for most home dwellers when sitting or standing, plus it makes it easier to install switches during construction. How high above worktop should sockets be? What Height Should My Kitchen Sockets Be Above My Worktop? The standard height of a worktop from the floor to the worktop surface is 910mm. The general rule is to...

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Why do my dimmable LED lights stay on?

Why do my dimmable LED lights stay on? You might notice that LED lights tend to stay or at times dim even when the off switch has been toggled. This is usually due to the residual current left behind. Why are my dimmer lights not turning off? This usually happens when your circuitry is too old to regulate your current. Most usually, this issue is resolved by installing an LED dimmer in the circuit or upgrading all the wires in your house. The problem with most light dimmers is that they might put a pulse of power. Why is light...