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Why are branches on my dogwood dying?

Why are branches on my dogwood dying? Later twigs and branches may die, usually on one side of the tree but the disease spreads over time. Though not always noticed, the cause of the problem is a canker (dead area on the lower trunk or branches) that is slowly girdling the trunk and killing the cambium. When the girdling is complete the tree will die. Should you cut dead branches off a dogwood tree? While a flowering dogwood tree is reliable in producing blooms each year, it should still be pruned. Pruning dogwood trees will produce more flowering blooms in...

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When does Cladrastis lutea bloom in the UK?

When does Cladrastis lutea bloom in the UK? Main Bloom Time: Early summer, Late summer, Mid summer. Form: Rounded, Vase. cladrastis lutea is a deciduous Tree growing to 15 m (49ft) by 8 m (26ft) at a slow rate. It is hardy to zone (UK) 3 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in June, and the seeds ripen in September. How did Cladrastis kentukea get its name? Cladrastis: from the Greek, klado, a branch, and thraustos, fragile, referring to the brittle shoots. kentukea: of Kentucky. Once known as C. lutea, with lutea(yellow), referring to its yellow wood...

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How do you keep honey fungus from spreading?

How do you keep honey fungus from spreading? To prevent honey fungus spreading to unaffected areas, a physical barrier such as a 45cm (18in) deep vertical strip of butyl rubber (pond lining) or heavy duty plastic sheet buried in the soil will block the rhizomorphs. It should protrude 2-3cm (about 1in) above soil level. Why is fungus growing in my garden? Prolonged periods of wet, humid weather, such as we have had over the past few weeks, cause fungi to send up fruiting structures. When the spores land in a suitable location they develop into new fungi which will grow...

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What kind of sun does a mayten tree need?

What kind of sun does a mayten tree need? Plant in full sun and irrigate deeply and infrequently to encourage the roots to grow deeply. It is cold hardy to around 20 degrees F. Mature Mayten trees seem to resent heavy prunning and we have been told that this treament can actually kill a tree (would like to hear more information about this). Where did the mayten tree get its name? The Mayten Tree is native to waterways in arid and semiarid regions of Chile, Argentina and Peru. The name "Maytenus" comes from 'mantun', the Mapuche Indian name for this...

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What does sycamore anthracnose look like?

What does sycamore anthracnose look like? Signs and Symptoms of Sycamore Anthracnose Leaf blight or defoliation early in the summer. Twisted or gnarled branches or twigs. Formations of dead or dying twigs and small branches called witches brooms. Lesions on leaves that are black or brown in color. Does anthracnose kill sycamore trees? The sycamore anthracnose fungal organism attacks sycamore trees early in the spring causing a rapid wilt of newly emerging leaves. This rapid wilting is frequently misidentified as frost damage. Cankers also develop in larger branches, girdling and eventually killing them. How do you know if a sycamore...

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How do you fix grass burns from dog urine?

How do you fix grass burns from dog urine? Here are Thea's three steps to ridding your lawn of "burn" spots:Rake the patchy areas to remove as much dead grass as possible.Apply a layer of extra-fine ground limestone. Water the area to help the limestone absorb, then let it sit for a week.Cover the patches with top soil then sprinkle grass seeds over them. Will grass burned by dog urine grow back? Existing dead urine burn patches, less than two inches across will more than likely grow over in a month or two. If the patches are bigger or you...

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Is oak plywood hard or soft?

Is oak plywood hard or soft? Oak plywood is also a heavy, hard plywood with a strong durability rating and excellent wear resistance. There are several different grades of oak plywood, including white and red oak. Which is stronger plywood or hardwood? Solid wood is considered to be stronger compared to plywood since it is a homogeneous material. It also depends on which wood we are talking about. Good quality hardwoods (obtained from deciduous trees such as teak or sheesham) are denser, heavier and stronger compared to softwoods such as pine wood or mango wood. Whats the difference between hardwood...

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What is needed for table skirting?

What is needed for table skirting? You will need a tablecloth to go under the skirting, polyester, satin, or shantung silk are generally the most popular. 60×102 or 60×126 in. are standard but tablecloth sizes can vary based on table size. Most table skirts come with a strip of Velcro along the top backing. What are the parts of table skirting? Table skirts consist of two components: the cloth table topper and a skirt that fastens to the table edge with clips, Velcro or snaps. Standard tablecloths are not sufficient for over-sized banquet tables because they shift, wrinkle and are...

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Is ice cream good for your digestive system?

Is ice cream good for your digestive system? Milk, cheese, and ice cream are hard for your body to digest as they are high in fat. They should thus be avoided during a stomach upset. Plain low-fat yoghurt can, however, be good for your stomach health. Yoghurt is rich in probiotics or good bacteria and yeasts that help maintain good gut health. How long does it take for ice cream to pass through your stomach? How long it takes to digest food. In general, food takes 24 to 72 hours to move through your digestive tract. What foods are hardest...

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What is similar to ice cream?

What is similar to ice cream? Related Items1 Sorbet. This frozen delight contains just fruit and sugar—no dairy. 2 Sherbet. Halfway between sorbet and ice cream, sherbet is basically sorbet with a bit of milk added. 3 Granita (aka Italian Ice) 4 Ice Cream. 5 Gelato. 6 Frozen Custard. 7 Frozen Yogurt. What is difference between sherbet and sorbet? SORBET contains no dairy and is made with fruit and sugar. SHERBET is also fruit-based but also contains milk, which makes it creamier than sorbet. ICE CREAM must contain at least 10% milkfat, according to the USDA. This sweet and creamy...