well, depends how old it is, it may just be in the energetic destructive stage of its life as a pup. You can also try training the dog if it hasn't been trained yet. But, give it plenty of exercise and walk her or let her run in the back yard as much as possible. play fetch whatever, she'll use a lot of her energy healthfully and naturally like this. It should calm her down a little by the end of the day.
What is the best way to keep a dog from digging in mulch, flower beds, ect...?
I would say just keep them away from that area can you tie the dog out somewhere he or she will not dig up your lawn. I know you might not want to but even out in the country side you have a leash law anyway.
Reply:You can try to put moth balls in all of your garden's, and add chicken wire. This will ttly restrict your dog's limits.
Reply:well, you need to first if you are working in the garden, don't let the dog watch you - they like to imotate w hat you are doing such as digging.
Next, burry some chicken whire under dirt, then covr it and when the dog digs, he feels an unplesent sensation in his/her paws.
Also, if you catch your dog digging, get his attention and give him something else to do like perhaps his own sand box to dig - teach him to digin there instead of your yard!
Reply:Find out what smells bad to dogs and put that in the flower beds and mulch. But make sure it doesn't kill the flowers.
Reply:Don't leave the dog outside unsupervised.
Reply:Well if all else fails here is what I have done. I went to home Depot and purchase some 2 ft. decorative fencing and put that around all my flowers beds and anywhere else there was mulch.
It was pretty to look at and it keeps my dogs out of the mulch.
Reply:- Don't leave them unattended around those distractions.
- Give them there own area to dig in, bury some toys or bones for them to dig up to get them excitied about their digging area.
- Put down some chicken wire under the dirt, when they go to dig at it, it is no longer fun.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Whats the best way to get rid of and keep out bermuda from my flower beds?
How many years do you have to spare? Bermuda is some nasty stuff. You have to put in a divider that is at least 6 inches underground to block the Bermuda roots from sneaking in, and it needs to be a few inches above the ground to prevent Bermuda clippings from entering. A divider could be that cheap aluminum stuff or you could get serious and pour concrete. Then you have to remove every single piece of Bermuda root from the garden. This is not easy and best done by turning the soil in the grassy spots with a spade and picking the roots out by hand. You'll miss some roots first time around, so stay on top of the situation. As soon as you see a spot of grass pop up, turn the soil and get the root out. It's back-breaking work.
Whats the best way to get rid of and keep out bermuda from my flower beds?
Bermuda is such a horrible grass. I am so sorry.
Here is what I would do. If it's in flower beds you must remove all the desirable plants. Transplant them elsewhere or into pots. Then spray Round-Up on the Bermuda. Wait a week or so then water well to see what grows back. Repeat several more times until nothing comes back. It might take awhile if you are in a cool area because the Bermuda will go dormant soon. And Round-up only works on actively growing plants.
Good luck. You'll need it.
Reply:Bermuda is one of the hardest to get rid of since it's roots are 24 inches underground. So pulling it out of the ground is just a very temporary solution. Use a garden mat, and weed killer continuously until all of the bermuda is gone. Be patient, it may take a while.
Reply:I sprinkle corn gluten meal on the soil every eight weeks, starting in spring when the forsythia begins to bloom and every 8 weeks thereafter.. It keeps weed and grass seeds from germinating and will also fertilize. You get this at a feed or farm store. http://www.pesticide.org/pubs/alts/cgm/c... You can also hoe the bermuda grass then put black plastic and cedar mulch around your flower beds. Leave a little room around the crown of the plant though for air and water to get in.
Reply:Bermuda is often listed as the most noxious weed even though it is also probaby the most common lawn and improved pasture grass in different varieties. Scourge of the earth in my opinion. You can use roundup on it to kill it some, but it rarely fully dies and spreads underground as well. Only way to control is to constantly spray, spray and spray. Digging up the roots doesn't always work, as even a tiny sliver of the root can sprout. Best way to grow a good crop of bermuda is to plant something like a flowerbed or vegetable garden, and it will instantly attack. I have relocated flowerbeds several times, due to bermuda infestation. It almost always wins. From what I have read, and some personal experience, I think if you do want to up a barrier, it needs to go down 12 inches or even deeper; and any cracks or seams will also be easily breached. Landscape fabric does not work, it forces its way through. Tried that too.
Reply:small pebbles. cover them about an inch thick. or cover them with newspaper. you can buy this stuff in a pet store i think.
Reply:I am from Canada and am not sure what bermuda is I may know it by a different name. can you fill me in and maybe I can help
Reply:set up a triangle and soon it will mysteriously disapear...
Reply:there are 2 chemicals that you can use....one is called manage and the other one is called image but with both you will need a surfactant, something like a dishwasher soap to make it stick to the grass (it also works for nut grass) but be careful, you have to spray it right on the plant. if you dnt it will kill everything else it touches. both of these chems work slow but they are very effective. a lot better than round up
Whats the best way to get rid of and keep out bermuda from my flower beds?
Bermuda is such a horrible grass. I am so sorry.
Here is what I would do. If it's in flower beds you must remove all the desirable plants. Transplant them elsewhere or into pots. Then spray Round-Up on the Bermuda. Wait a week or so then water well to see what grows back. Repeat several more times until nothing comes back. It might take awhile if you are in a cool area because the Bermuda will go dormant soon. And Round-up only works on actively growing plants.
Good luck. You'll need it.
Reply:Bermuda is one of the hardest to get rid of since it's roots are 24 inches underground. So pulling it out of the ground is just a very temporary solution. Use a garden mat, and weed killer continuously until all of the bermuda is gone. Be patient, it may take a while.
Reply:I sprinkle corn gluten meal on the soil every eight weeks, starting in spring when the forsythia begins to bloom and every 8 weeks thereafter.. It keeps weed and grass seeds from germinating and will also fertilize. You get this at a feed or farm store. http://www.pesticide.org/pubs/alts/cgm/c... You can also hoe the bermuda grass then put black plastic and cedar mulch around your flower beds. Leave a little room around the crown of the plant though for air and water to get in.
Reply:Bermuda is often listed as the most noxious weed even though it is also probaby the most common lawn and improved pasture grass in different varieties. Scourge of the earth in my opinion. You can use roundup on it to kill it some, but it rarely fully dies and spreads underground as well. Only way to control is to constantly spray, spray and spray. Digging up the roots doesn't always work, as even a tiny sliver of the root can sprout. Best way to grow a good crop of bermuda is to plant something like a flowerbed or vegetable garden, and it will instantly attack. I have relocated flowerbeds several times, due to bermuda infestation. It almost always wins. From what I have read, and some personal experience, I think if you do want to up a barrier, it needs to go down 12 inches or even deeper; and any cracks or seams will also be easily breached. Landscape fabric does not work, it forces its way through. Tried that too.
Reply:small pebbles. cover them about an inch thick. or cover them with newspaper. you can buy this stuff in a pet store i think.
Reply:I am from Canada and am not sure what bermuda is I may know it by a different name. can you fill me in and maybe I can help
Reply:set up a triangle and soon it will mysteriously disapear...
Reply:there are 2 chemicals that you can use....one is called manage and the other one is called image but with both you will need a surfactant, something like a dishwasher soap to make it stick to the grass (it also works for nut grass) but be careful, you have to spray it right on the plant. if you dnt it will kill everything else it touches. both of these chems work slow but they are very effective. a lot better than round up
Can I sell photo I have taken of statues, subway art, flower beds in parks?
Who would own the copyright, me or the artist or park owner?
Can I sell photo I have taken of statues, subway art, flower beds in parks?
Hi. Flower beds, statues are common places or historic monuments, that You can take shots of. Nobody is the owner of the statue, and more nobody is the owner of any flower. These things are not taken into account when we talk about copyright.
As to subway art, I do not know what You mean exactly, but if it is some kind of graffiti, poster, billboard, et, then it was created by another artist / man like You , and of course he/she has the rights. If taking for example a photo of a metro station and You incorporate these kind of things in Your images, You are still able to sell the photographs, but You will need the Property Release from the original artist or ask the company who produced the arts. Regards. Photographer from Poland
Reply:yes there is in fact a book which you can get at Amazon.com titled 'THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S MARKET"
If you took the photograph and published it on the net etc, you would be the owner of copyright. But if you really want more security, You could take the one photo or a collection and pay I think 20.00 and send copies to the copyright office and have copyright.
www.firstgov.gov
www.kcm.org
Reply:If an object is on public display and there is no restriction on photography (as there is in many art galleries and museums) then you are entitled to take a photograph of which you will own the copyright. As such you can sell it.
Reply:some photo libraries will buy anything if it has any possible future commercial value
Reply:no u cant u are to old lol
Reply:it depends on the egislation of the country u wanna sell and that of the items u photographed.every time umust consult a legal in the country u wanna start ur business
Reply:u can own it just make sure your initials are on the photo.
Reply:Hi,
You would own the copyright, as you took the photograph, It is not a question of what you took the photo of.
Hope that helps.
Rod
Reply:If you find a buyer--you can be a seller.
Reply:you do dude, if you can find people to buy them, then you can sell them
Reply:Only to other geeks !
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Can I sell photo I have taken of statues, subway art, flower beds in parks?
Hi. Flower beds, statues are common places or historic monuments, that You can take shots of. Nobody is the owner of the statue, and more nobody is the owner of any flower. These things are not taken into account when we talk about copyright.
As to subway art, I do not know what You mean exactly, but if it is some kind of graffiti, poster, billboard, et, then it was created by another artist / man like You , and of course he/she has the rights. If taking for example a photo of a metro station and You incorporate these kind of things in Your images, You are still able to sell the photographs, but You will need the Property Release from the original artist or ask the company who produced the arts. Regards. Photographer from Poland
Reply:yes there is in fact a book which you can get at Amazon.com titled 'THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S MARKET"
If you took the photograph and published it on the net etc, you would be the owner of copyright. But if you really want more security, You could take the one photo or a collection and pay I think 20.00 and send copies to the copyright office and have copyright.
www.firstgov.gov
www.kcm.org
Reply:If an object is on public display and there is no restriction on photography (as there is in many art galleries and museums) then you are entitled to take a photograph of which you will own the copyright. As such you can sell it.
Reply:some photo libraries will buy anything if it has any possible future commercial value
Reply:no u cant u are to old lol
Reply:it depends on the egislation of the country u wanna sell and that of the items u photographed.every time umust consult a legal in the country u wanna start ur business
Reply:u can own it just make sure your initials are on the photo.
Reply:Hi,
You would own the copyright, as you took the photograph, It is not a question of what you took the photo of.
Hope that helps.
Rod
Reply:If you find a buyer--you can be a seller.
Reply:you do dude, if you can find people to buy them, then you can sell them
Reply:Only to other geeks !
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I have 2 nice flower beds in my yard. i buried a cat in one and dog in another. will it hurt plants?
No, but I sure wouldn't want to be digging around in that garden.
I have 2 nice flower beds in my yard. i buried a cat in one and dog in another. will it hurt plants?
If you put them a couple of feet down, it should be fine..
a garden is a nice way to remember pets.
Reply:It might sound cruel and insensitive but the best rose bush I ever had was over my little girls cat. Now I have lilacs over an 85 lb (used to be) Malamute. Grownig like crazy. Good fertilizer.
Reply:no it wont hurt the plants fido and muffin would probly like it better than weeds
Reply:i would ask if it would hurt the pets but both should be all right if they are separated with a bit of space. Actually the flower bed sounds like i good idea so in a kind of way your pets are still alive...
bye!
Reply:It won't hurt as long as you plant dogwood and pussywillow, in their respective beds, of course.
Reply:I hope they were dead first.
I have 2 nice flower beds in my yard. i buried a cat in one and dog in another. will it hurt plants?
If you put them a couple of feet down, it should be fine..
a garden is a nice way to remember pets.
Reply:It might sound cruel and insensitive but the best rose bush I ever had was over my little girls cat. Now I have lilacs over an 85 lb (used to be) Malamute. Grownig like crazy. Good fertilizer.
Reply:no it wont hurt the plants fido and muffin would probly like it better than weeds
Reply:i would ask if it would hurt the pets but both should be all right if they are separated with a bit of space. Actually the flower bed sounds like i good idea so in a kind of way your pets are still alive...
bye!
Reply:It won't hurt as long as you plant dogwood and pussywillow, in their respective beds, of course.
Reply:I hope they were dead first.
Will grass clippings and dead cedar needles work ok as a mulch in my flower beds and garden?
will i have to till them in in the spring, or will perenials grow thru them? will they work ok in the garden also? i have mostly cedar droppings, as my trees are shedding a bunch. also, are there 2 different types of cedar trees? i ve never had a cedar tree that lost this many needles..........
Will grass clippings and dead cedar needles work ok as a mulch in my flower beds and garden?
Okay, this is a year for cedar "needles" which are scales, but are the tree's leaves. The taxonomy or classification of cedars and relatives is complex, in that local names persist over generic ones. True cedars are the longer-needled type of tree that are generally known as a type of spruce, and the tree generally known as cedar is in the Arborvitae genus. And genera are further divided into Thuja and so on. So this is why the multiple genera are simply known as cedar when talking landscaping. Conifers are cone-bearing, and as such produce cones which can be produced in one or more seasons depending on species; this could be in lieu of vegetative growth as a tree cannot bear a large crop and grow much at the same time. So in alternating years, we see larger crops of cones over growth, and vice versa. This has been the year of needle/scale drop for my cedars. So this is natural. This is known as being biennial/perennial in the growth and reproductive cycles. Fresh conifer needles need to be weathered prior to spreading on the garden, so as to cause a natural needle coating to be removed by exposure to the elements. This coating is originally needed by the tree as a natural anti-dessicant to prevent too much transpiration (loss of moisture), which would result in drying and stress to the tree. Some of this chemical remains after needle drop, and acts as a deterrent to decomposition, and can be allelopathic (causing retardation of growth of surrounding plants, a natural survival mechanism of conifers to cut down on other trees' competition for growing space). So if you are growing plants that are to be mulched with this material, I would spread it in an open spot to weather over the season, or use it, but don't spread it to deeply. The worst thing that could happen is that it would slightly set back existing plants; it won't kill them. Needles are acidic, and are an excellent soil amendment for acid-loving plants which include oak, blueberry, azalea/rhododendron, holly, other conifers, etc. Grass clippings should not be used fresh, too deeply, for 2 reasons: they can rot, and mat down, creating a condition that actually repels water, and the rotting stinks, and rodents can nest there; and fresh grass clippings are high in nitrogen, and actually temporarily rob the soil of nitrogen as they require more of it to break down. So allow them to dry first, then spread as mulch. You can get around this by simply spreading on open areas of your garden initially to allow decomposition without affecting garden plants. Hope this helps.
Reply:yes they will work as mulch just do not make it too deep for the plants to push through- and ck your siol ph some plants don not like acidic soil some do- you will have to research this- again- yes in the garden wuth plants that like that type of mulch-
Reply:I use grass clipping all the time!! Just don't put it right up close to the stems if the grass clipping are not dry yet! It feeds the soil!!
Reply:Short answer-yes. Don't use too many cedar needles, except around acid-loving plants like azealas and rhododendrons. You can mix in some with the grass clippings, but not a lot. Perennials will grow through mulch, as long as it is not too thick. I usually mulch mine in the fall heavily, to keep from drying out, but leave the stems protruding so I know where they are. Then in early spring, (depending on which plant-some are earlier than others) I check regularly for growth and pull back the mulch from the new growth until it gets well established stems and is above the mulch. Then I put the mulch back closer to the plant for moisture retention and cut down on weeds.
Will grass clippings and dead cedar needles work ok as a mulch in my flower beds and garden?
Okay, this is a year for cedar "needles" which are scales, but are the tree's leaves. The taxonomy or classification of cedars and relatives is complex, in that local names persist over generic ones. True cedars are the longer-needled type of tree that are generally known as a type of spruce, and the tree generally known as cedar is in the Arborvitae genus. And genera are further divided into Thuja and so on. So this is why the multiple genera are simply known as cedar when talking landscaping. Conifers are cone-bearing, and as such produce cones which can be produced in one or more seasons depending on species; this could be in lieu of vegetative growth as a tree cannot bear a large crop and grow much at the same time. So in alternating years, we see larger crops of cones over growth, and vice versa. This has been the year of needle/scale drop for my cedars. So this is natural. This is known as being biennial/perennial in the growth and reproductive cycles. Fresh conifer needles need to be weathered prior to spreading on the garden, so as to cause a natural needle coating to be removed by exposure to the elements. This coating is originally needed by the tree as a natural anti-dessicant to prevent too much transpiration (loss of moisture), which would result in drying and stress to the tree. Some of this chemical remains after needle drop, and acts as a deterrent to decomposition, and can be allelopathic (causing retardation of growth of surrounding plants, a natural survival mechanism of conifers to cut down on other trees' competition for growing space). So if you are growing plants that are to be mulched with this material, I would spread it in an open spot to weather over the season, or use it, but don't spread it to deeply. The worst thing that could happen is that it would slightly set back existing plants; it won't kill them. Needles are acidic, and are an excellent soil amendment for acid-loving plants which include oak, blueberry, azalea/rhododendron, holly, other conifers, etc. Grass clippings should not be used fresh, too deeply, for 2 reasons: they can rot, and mat down, creating a condition that actually repels water, and the rotting stinks, and rodents can nest there; and fresh grass clippings are high in nitrogen, and actually temporarily rob the soil of nitrogen as they require more of it to break down. So allow them to dry first, then spread as mulch. You can get around this by simply spreading on open areas of your garden initially to allow decomposition without affecting garden plants. Hope this helps.
Reply:yes they will work as mulch just do not make it too deep for the plants to push through- and ck your siol ph some plants don not like acidic soil some do- you will have to research this- again- yes in the garden wuth plants that like that type of mulch-
Reply:I use grass clipping all the time!! Just don't put it right up close to the stems if the grass clipping are not dry yet! It feeds the soil!!
Reply:Short answer-yes. Don't use too many cedar needles, except around acid-loving plants like azealas and rhododendrons. You can mix in some with the grass clippings, but not a lot. Perennials will grow through mulch, as long as it is not too thick. I usually mulch mine in the fall heavily, to keep from drying out, but leave the stems protruding so I know where they are. Then in early spring, (depending on which plant-some are earlier than others) I check regularly for growth and pull back the mulch from the new growth until it gets well established stems and is above the mulch. Then I put the mulch back closer to the plant for moisture retention and cut down on weeds.
How can I keep my cats from pooping in my flower beds ?
you can purchase a roll of concrete reinforcing wire and lay it across the entry points to your planting area. Spray it with Re-pel, anise oil or Eucalyptus oil. Cats find stepping between the openings an annoyance and that coupled with the smell will drive them away. You can place pieces of cardboard with Tanglefoot applied. Cats step in it once and leave quickly! Get a scarecrow impact sprinkler that is motion controlled. It comes on loudly, runs for about 10 seconds in an arc and scares the cats away.
Here is a site with several suggestions%26gt; http://www.stretcher.com/stories/980702b...
Here are more tips (please ignore the one about mothballs)
http://www.thefrugallife.com/catsdigging...
How can I keep my cats from pooping in my flower beds ?
Chili powder its burns their bums and they don't go there again...
Reply:You could shoot them, but then your neighbors pets would poop there instead! Americans spend billions on pet foods, vet bills and all the treats and the rest of it. Some people care more for their pets and care than their own children. Did you know if you took 1/2 of what is spent on the care of pets that money would feed and clothe the needy of the world? In some locations you can hit your child and get less jail time than if you did the same to someones pet? I like pets too and this is not an outcry, but I see this so often in places I go. Did you know if the major pet food companies used 1/2 of their advertising budgets, which are tax deductible, and donated it, that Feed the Children would not have to solicit funds from individuals? I guess it depends where your priorities are, pets give some comfort, are warm and fuzzy and some do tricks, but when you buy your weeks supply of gourmet pet foods, think of those starving children with no hope of a handout, much less a hand up. If you give wherever that is a start, but you are one in a million, peace..
Reply:Try putting some red pepper in your flower beds.
Reply:Shoot them, the kitty won't be pooping anymore.
Reply:Try putting some white vinegar in a spray bottle and spray it around your garden and anywhere around your house. It also works on places like porches where they spray to mark their territory.
Reply:They make a spray that you can buy in most pet shops, and department stores. That you can spray on your flower beds. It keeps the cats from getting into your flower beds, or any other place you don't want them to try and use as a litter box. The scent of it rep ells cats from the area. But does not smell bad to most people. And is non toxic.
Reply:Get lemon, orange or lime cleaning spray then spray it on your flowers although I'm not sure if your plants will react to this!
Reply:GET YOURSELF A B.B. GUN AND SHOT HIM.
Reply:I have not tried this but see it all the time and thats filling empty plastic milk jugs with water and placing them in the flower beds .. for some reason people swear by it ....
Reply:Why do you want to do that? Cat poop is an excellent manure for your flowers. Maybe your cats are different but mine stay away from the flowers and just do the soil around theplants. Maybe yours are demon cats and just don't have the common sense to leave the plants alone. razor wire won't do anything to a cat. It'll get through in an instant in which case you'll need to get a spray like the others were talking about that'll repel them. I think that's mean though... they need freedom.
Here is a site with several suggestions%26gt; http://www.stretcher.com/stories/980702b...
Here are more tips (please ignore the one about mothballs)
http://www.thefrugallife.com/catsdigging...
How can I keep my cats from pooping in my flower beds ?
Chili powder its burns their bums and they don't go there again...
Reply:You could shoot them, but then your neighbors pets would poop there instead! Americans spend billions on pet foods, vet bills and all the treats and the rest of it. Some people care more for their pets and care than their own children. Did you know if you took 1/2 of what is spent on the care of pets that money would feed and clothe the needy of the world? In some locations you can hit your child and get less jail time than if you did the same to someones pet? I like pets too and this is not an outcry, but I see this so often in places I go. Did you know if the major pet food companies used 1/2 of their advertising budgets, which are tax deductible, and donated it, that Feed the Children would not have to solicit funds from individuals? I guess it depends where your priorities are, pets give some comfort, are warm and fuzzy and some do tricks, but when you buy your weeks supply of gourmet pet foods, think of those starving children with no hope of a handout, much less a hand up. If you give wherever that is a start, but you are one in a million, peace..
Reply:Try putting some red pepper in your flower beds.
Reply:Shoot them, the kitty won't be pooping anymore.
Reply:Try putting some white vinegar in a spray bottle and spray it around your garden and anywhere around your house. It also works on places like porches where they spray to mark their territory.
Reply:They make a spray that you can buy in most pet shops, and department stores. That you can spray on your flower beds. It keeps the cats from getting into your flower beds, or any other place you don't want them to try and use as a litter box. The scent of it rep ells cats from the area. But does not smell bad to most people. And is non toxic.
Reply:Get lemon, orange or lime cleaning spray then spray it on your flowers although I'm not sure if your plants will react to this!
Reply:GET YOURSELF A B.B. GUN AND SHOT HIM.
Reply:I have not tried this but see it all the time and thats filling empty plastic milk jugs with water and placing them in the flower beds .. for some reason people swear by it ....
Reply:Why do you want to do that? Cat poop is an excellent manure for your flowers. Maybe your cats are different but mine stay away from the flowers and just do the soil around theplants. Maybe yours are demon cats and just don't have the common sense to leave the plants alone. razor wire won't do anything to a cat. It'll get through in an instant in which case you'll need to get a spray like the others were talking about that'll repel them. I think that's mean though... they need freedom.
Neighbors cats using my flower beds for kitty litter pan! Help!?
I just spent $200 putting in flower beds and plants and now my neighbors cats are peeing on my flowers killing them and burrying their poo in the flower beds! What can I do to stop them without killing my flowers? They come out in the middle of the night and I can't catch them.
Neighbors cats using my flower beds for kitty litter pan! Help!?
Well I know they hate tape on their feet. For awhile(till they find a new litter box, stretch duct tape upside down across your flower beds especially where they use it most or where they enter it. Secure it with some kind of stake to hold it in place. That or place some doggie doo in there for awhile to scare them off.
Reply:try citrus rind....oranges.lemons,limes,grapefruit.... hurt the soil and cats don't like them!
Reply:Not sure where you live, if there are water restrictions in place, but maybe you should put the hose on them, when you catch them in the daytime. I love cats, but having to put up with the neighbors cats peeing and shitting everywhere is a bit much!! Specially when the owner doesn't give a rat's. You could scoop it up and throw it over into their yard. I've done that myself and I reckon the message sinks in. In Australia, cats are deemed furile creatures and not at all appreciated let out at night to do any sort of damage.
Reply:Try moth crystals. It works with dogs.
Reply:Hello,
This is a serious problem; I used pinecones to keep the cats out. Can't stand the smell. My friend uses hot ground peppers. Pine cones work the cats don't like the prickley pinecones. Check out secilysgardentips.com for some other tips and tricks,
Best wishes,
Secily W.
Reply:Use anything prickly, such as cedar limbs.
One can also buy spikes for this purpose.
My neighbor gets live traps from the animal controll folks and after the cats are trapped, she calls them to come pick them up.
Reply:try throwing out some mothballs
Reply:Oh yes, those cats sure do appreciate your new flower beds and plants. I just hate that people think it's okay to let their cats outside to poop wherever they want!
I tried everything from cayanne pepper to moth balls to motion sensor flood lights and the little rat bastards kept pooping in my flowerbeds, too.
I also scooped up the poop and took it to the cats owners. They acted like I was nuts, so I started letting my dogs poop on their lawn. Funny, they didn't like that at all!
I'm with the other Y!Answerer that said to get traps from animal control. The OWNER of the cat is the one that needs to alter their behavior, the cats don't learn lessons easily. Once they have to pay to get thier pet back they might think twice before letting them out to roam.
And the cats can get hit by a car, or get into fights with other cats and get hurt, so I see no reason why anyone would want their pet to roam. It's irresponsible.
Reply:Use pepper to stop the cats from going near your garden. Just sprinkle around your flower beds and if you can see where they are coming from next door, put a double dose there.
I hope this helps.
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Neighbors cats using my flower beds for kitty litter pan! Help!?
Well I know they hate tape on their feet. For awhile(till they find a new litter box, stretch duct tape upside down across your flower beds especially where they use it most or where they enter it. Secure it with some kind of stake to hold it in place. That or place some doggie doo in there for awhile to scare them off.
Reply:try citrus rind....oranges.lemons,limes,grapefruit.... hurt the soil and cats don't like them!
Reply:Not sure where you live, if there are water restrictions in place, but maybe you should put the hose on them, when you catch them in the daytime. I love cats, but having to put up with the neighbors cats peeing and shitting everywhere is a bit much!! Specially when the owner doesn't give a rat's. You could scoop it up and throw it over into their yard. I've done that myself and I reckon the message sinks in. In Australia, cats are deemed furile creatures and not at all appreciated let out at night to do any sort of damage.
Reply:Try moth crystals. It works with dogs.
Reply:Hello,
This is a serious problem; I used pinecones to keep the cats out. Can't stand the smell. My friend uses hot ground peppers. Pine cones work the cats don't like the prickley pinecones. Check out secilysgardentips.com for some other tips and tricks,
Best wishes,
Secily W.
Reply:Use anything prickly, such as cedar limbs.
One can also buy spikes for this purpose.
My neighbor gets live traps from the animal controll folks and after the cats are trapped, she calls them to come pick them up.
Reply:try throwing out some mothballs
Reply:Oh yes, those cats sure do appreciate your new flower beds and plants. I just hate that people think it's okay to let their cats outside to poop wherever they want!
I tried everything from cayanne pepper to moth balls to motion sensor flood lights and the little rat bastards kept pooping in my flowerbeds, too.
I also scooped up the poop and took it to the cats owners. They acted like I was nuts, so I started letting my dogs poop on their lawn. Funny, they didn't like that at all!
I'm with the other Y!Answerer that said to get traps from animal control. The OWNER of the cat is the one that needs to alter their behavior, the cats don't learn lessons easily. Once they have to pay to get thier pet back they might think twice before letting them out to roam.
And the cats can get hit by a car, or get into fights with other cats and get hurt, so I see no reason why anyone would want their pet to roam. It's irresponsible.
Reply:Use pepper to stop the cats from going near your garden. Just sprinkle around your flower beds and if you can see where they are coming from next door, put a double dose there.
I hope this helps.
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Is it a good or bad idea to put the ashes from your fireplace into your flower beds?
Ashes have lye in them. Lye is acidic. Depending on what pH your soil is already, ashes can be a good thing. Or a bad thing. Have you had your soil tested to see what is contains? You can usually take samples to the Extension Office in your county and they will test it for a nominal fee. Then you will know better what to add. If you add ashes anyway, you might kill all your plants. Or render it so acidic that none will grow. :)
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Is it a good or bad idea to put the ashes from your fireplace into your flower beds?
Sorry, but ashes are BASIC or ALKALINE not acidic. Report It
Reply:Ashes are excellent additives for Lilac bushes, they need this Report It
Reply:Yeah, um, you should probably know that Lye is a strong base and is not at all acidic. I'm sorry, but you chose a very bad answer. The answer given by Cat is by far the best one. Please take her advice. Report It
Reply:the answer is otherwise well informed ,but for the acidity of lye . Report It
Reply:Last winter, I put fireplace ashes in part of my garden and in the spring, planted strawberries. The plants did fine in all the areas except where I had mixed in ashes. Not sure why but I do know that rotting wood removes nitrogen from the soil. I'm guessing that even in the ashes, there is some decomposition going on that is taking nitrogen out of the soil.
Reply:yes its good , as well as egg shells and sea shells
Reply:It is ok as long as its not over done. Too much can have a bad affect. Too much depends upon how acid the soil already is, how much water is applied and what flowers are planted.
Reply:That don't sound right to me.
Reply:good the ash contains potash which is good for the soil
Reply:It might be better to add them to your compost rather than directly on the ground. Also, ashes will increase the PH of your soil - so if your soil is already alkaline, don't do it. Or just avoid adding it where you have plants that love a more acidic soil.
An excellent use for ashes (though it won't use up much) is to sprinkle it in a ring around your newly planted seedlings. Cutworms and slugs will NOT cross the ash line.
Reply:You can put some in your flower beds however I would use caution to how much you use and how often. The ashes from the wood have lime deposits which are good for the soil however you don't want to overdue. If you like to make your own earth then add some of your ashes there too.
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Is it a good or bad idea to put the ashes from your fireplace into your flower beds?
Sorry, but ashes are BASIC or ALKALINE not acidic. Report It
Reply:Ashes are excellent additives for Lilac bushes, they need this Report It
Reply:Yeah, um, you should probably know that Lye is a strong base and is not at all acidic. I'm sorry, but you chose a very bad answer. The answer given by Cat is by far the best one. Please take her advice. Report It
Reply:the answer is otherwise well informed ,but for the acidity of lye . Report It
Reply:Last winter, I put fireplace ashes in part of my garden and in the spring, planted strawberries. The plants did fine in all the areas except where I had mixed in ashes. Not sure why but I do know that rotting wood removes nitrogen from the soil. I'm guessing that even in the ashes, there is some decomposition going on that is taking nitrogen out of the soil.
Reply:yes its good , as well as egg shells and sea shells
Reply:It is ok as long as its not over done. Too much can have a bad affect. Too much depends upon how acid the soil already is, how much water is applied and what flowers are planted.
Reply:That don't sound right to me.
Reply:good the ash contains potash which is good for the soil
Reply:It might be better to add them to your compost rather than directly on the ground. Also, ashes will increase the PH of your soil - so if your soil is already alkaline, don't do it. Or just avoid adding it where you have plants that love a more acidic soil.
An excellent use for ashes (though it won't use up much) is to sprinkle it in a ring around your newly planted seedlings. Cutworms and slugs will NOT cross the ash line.
Reply:You can put some in your flower beds however I would use caution to how much you use and how often. The ashes from the wood have lime deposits which are good for the soil however you don't want to overdue. If you like to make your own earth then add some of your ashes there too.
What are you planting in your garden and flower beds this spring???
I can't wait for fresh asperagus---I know I planted it 2yrs ago.
What are you planting in your garden and flower beds this spring???
Impatiens, columbines, hostas .... Unfortunately I have no sun where I live, but I still enjoy the shade flowers
Reply:I'm putting in daylillies.
What are you planting in your garden and flower beds this spring???
Impatiens, columbines, hostas .... Unfortunately I have no sun where I live, but I still enjoy the shade flowers
Reply:I'm putting in daylillies.
I want to mulch around my bushes/flower beds.?
If I lay down plastic first, will this stop weeds from coming up ? Should I pull most of the weeds out first or use spray weed killer ?
I want to mulch around my bushes/flower beds.?
Don't use plastic they make something called landscape fabric. It lets the rain and your watering get through ,plastic won't. Pull most of the weeds first getting the root if possible. Using a weed killer will hurt the plants that you plant there.
Reply:The best thing to do is pull the weeds out first give a good fertelize then place down the plastic or get something called a landscape matting which will allow water to get to the ground but will stop weeds, then place mulch around nice and thick which this will also help keep the plants cool around the roots.
Reply:Pull the weeds first. weed killer might harm the bushes and flowers. Plastic works great but eventually, it will get tears and cuts in it but the mulch will also help with weed control.
Reply:I never use plastic or landscape fabric, because eventually the weeds push through. Use a weed killer 1st, then lay down the mulch.
I want to mulch around my bushes/flower beds.?
Don't use plastic they make something called landscape fabric. It lets the rain and your watering get through ,plastic won't. Pull most of the weeds first getting the root if possible. Using a weed killer will hurt the plants that you plant there.
Reply:The best thing to do is pull the weeds out first give a good fertelize then place down the plastic or get something called a landscape matting which will allow water to get to the ground but will stop weeds, then place mulch around nice and thick which this will also help keep the plants cool around the roots.
Reply:Pull the weeds first. weed killer might harm the bushes and flowers. Plastic works great but eventually, it will get tears and cuts in it but the mulch will also help with weed control.
Reply:I never use plastic or landscape fabric, because eventually the weeds push through. Use a weed killer 1st, then lay down the mulch.
I have noticed a lot of snakes hanging around our flower beds and hiding under our porch.?
Does anyone have any tips to re-locate these little guys back to their natural habitat or keep them from housing under our porch?
I have noticed a lot of snakes hanging around our flower beds and hiding under our porch.?
Here are some ideas: (1) get a cat, (2) look for rodents - that is probably what they are doing, (3) spread some poison around there - they won't like it, (this could include things designed for other pests like a commercial product or even moth balls (4) clear out the underbrush and such, (5) move yourself!
Reply:You might try throwing a lot of moth balls around. What a horrible problem....good luck!
Reply:Moth Balls will keep them away. I live in Lower Alabama and there are a lot of them out of there. Put them on the perimeter of your house and around your flower bed.
Reply:There is a product called "snake-away" that should get rid of them. The smell and the taste of it is repulsive to them. You may have to google it to find a supplier near you.
Reply:Plastic owls. A lot of people put them out to keep the snakes away. They swear it works. I've never had the problem, myself, but I would think it's worth a shot. It would be easier than trying to trap and relocate them. And a lot safer, too.
Reply:what kind? are they poisonous? ummm I have no tips about how to get rid of them but I like snakes
Reply:Depends on what kind of snakes. I know this might sound freaky, but the right snakes are good to have around...i.e.,
black racers are harmless to u but can kill larger rattlesnakes. Identify them, keep the good ones and take a rake or hoe to the rest.
Reply:Pet them. Snakes are our friends!
Reply:listen combine the moth ball idea with the sulfur idea! but i think sulfur is a better idea!
Reply:I have heard that you use Sulfur. Spread it around your property line and of course around your foundation. This information was given to me by a exterminator.
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I have noticed a lot of snakes hanging around our flower beds and hiding under our porch.?
Here are some ideas: (1) get a cat, (2) look for rodents - that is probably what they are doing, (3) spread some poison around there - they won't like it, (this could include things designed for other pests like a commercial product or even moth balls (4) clear out the underbrush and such, (5) move yourself!
Reply:You might try throwing a lot of moth balls around. What a horrible problem....good luck!
Reply:Moth Balls will keep them away. I live in Lower Alabama and there are a lot of them out of there. Put them on the perimeter of your house and around your flower bed.
Reply:There is a product called "snake-away" that should get rid of them. The smell and the taste of it is repulsive to them. You may have to google it to find a supplier near you.
Reply:Plastic owls. A lot of people put them out to keep the snakes away. They swear it works. I've never had the problem, myself, but I would think it's worth a shot. It would be easier than trying to trap and relocate them. And a lot safer, too.
Reply:what kind? are they poisonous? ummm I have no tips about how to get rid of them but I like snakes
Reply:Depends on what kind of snakes. I know this might sound freaky, but the right snakes are good to have around...i.e.,
black racers are harmless to u but can kill larger rattlesnakes. Identify them, keep the good ones and take a rake or hoe to the rest.
Reply:Pet them. Snakes are our friends!
Reply:listen combine the moth ball idea with the sulfur idea! but i think sulfur is a better idea!
Reply:I have heard that you use Sulfur. Spread it around your property line and of course around your foundation. This information was given to me by a exterminator.
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How do you keep neighbors cats out of your yard/flower beds/ water fountain? One cat kills birds in my yard.?
I love cats, but for those that don't want them around, I suggest they look for a humane solution such as a sprayer with motion sensor that attaches to your water hose - they sell these through some pet supply places - you can probably find something online %26amp; they sense motion %26amp; spray water in that direction - usually tends to keep the cats away as they hate getting wet. I don't know the name, but check Jeffers, Tractor Supply, PetsMart, Drs. Foster %26amp; Smith or other similar suppliers. Also, be sure your bird feeders are high off the ground %26amp; birds can't reach them - you might even need to use a little pully to lower the feeder to fill it, then raise it higher.
How do you keep neighbors cats out of your yard/flower beds/ water fountain? One cat kills birds in my yard.?
Two words: Pit Bull
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Reply:If you like pets then you keep one dog as your yard gaurdian.
Reply:If you really want to keep cats out, get yourself a cat. There are very territorial and will keep the other cats out.
Reply:I worked at petsmart for a year and I had tons of ppl that hated cats or just simply didnt like animals at all and they would come in and ask what they could do about that problem.. They have lots of different kinds of animal repellants and they come in all kinds of forms. For a yard you can get pellets, powders or sprays.
Reply:You should look up the policy for your city about household pets. If cats should be leashed or required to only be indoors, call the animal control or the police to notify your neighbor's cats walking around on your yard and damaging your property.
How do you keep neighbors cats out of your yard/flower beds/ water fountain? One cat kills birds in my yard.?
Two words: Pit Bull
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Reply:If you like pets then you keep one dog as your yard gaurdian.
Reply:If you really want to keep cats out, get yourself a cat. There are very territorial and will keep the other cats out.
Reply:I worked at petsmart for a year and I had tons of ppl that hated cats or just simply didnt like animals at all and they would come in and ask what they could do about that problem.. They have lots of different kinds of animal repellants and they come in all kinds of forms. For a yard you can get pellets, powders or sprays.
Reply:You should look up the policy for your city about household pets. If cats should be leashed or required to only be indoors, call the animal control or the police to notify your neighbor's cats walking around on your yard and damaging your property.
Without harming how do i keep cats out of my garden and leaving there dirt in my flower beds?
trust me, peppers / citrus peel etc nothing works. even CAT OFF doesnt work - it only lasts till the next time it rains
our neighbours 3 cats thought my garden was their poo poo place and i was fed up of the cleaning up i had to do. problem is that even if you pick up the... poo, the smell will still be there and then they will do it again...
you need to get 'Cat Repeller' from B%26amp;Q. it costs around ��30 but it is well worth it. the device can just be pushed into the soil and it creates an ultrasonic sound that is harmless to humans and animals - but cats can hear very low frequencies so they find the noise very annoying.
also dont forget you need to clean everything up and spray some jeyes fluid in the areas they have done their business. it will get rid of the smell. however i am not 100% sure you can use jeyes liquid in soil ? check the label !
this repellant thing really works.... good luck !!
Without harming how do i keep cats out of my garden and leaving there dirt in my flower beds?
put the hose on them whenever you see one.
I had a cat staking out my guinea pigs, but after i squirted him i never saw him again.
Reply:Get clear empty plastic drinks bottles (like coke etc) remove the labels and fill them with water. Leave them under your plants etc (smaller ones are easier to hide) and this should stop them.
Its something to do with the reflection of the water as seen through their eyes, it scares them I think.
Reply:Have you tried used coffee grounds? The cats don't like the bitter taste on their paws and I've found it works extremely well. It also seems to dissuade slugs and snails!
Reply:mothballs will do it and won't harm them ..
Reply:High-power water pistol seems to do the trick. Once moggy has had to dry and sort out his fur once or twice he'll get the message.
Reply:Poor Puss is only fertilising your garden. Get him some fish.
Reply:curry powder, chili powder, random cocktail sticks. Tins of lion dung can now be purchased from some gardening mags.
Reply:look up search on the net for cat scarer it is a mall box battery or mains operated place in the offending area the cats stopped coming in my garden and now use all the neighbours got mine of eBay OH yes its harmless to them as well. it emits a sonic sound they don't like, works for about 20 feet.
Reply:Pepper isnt good as it can get in their eyes %26amp; burn, yes it will keep them away. Many things out there , in my opinion toss citrus peels(cut small) works best. They dont like the smell %26amp; doesnt harm them. So, save the peels to oranges, lemons etc. If you dont mind "merigolds" add some to the border, they have a aweful scent, animals dont like them either.
Reply:Slice an orange into thin strips.. place around the edges of the garden and you are unlikely to have any more problems.. It wont hurt the cat, the kids and any other anilmal you may have.
Be aware that this might attract bees and wasps, they do tend to go for sweet stuff like oranges.
Reply:i have had a real problem with cats going to the toilet in my garden, digging up the baby plants, making a smell etc. i have tried all sorts even buying the repeller spray from the shops nothing worked. then finally i seem to have happened upon a way that stops them! i put a few sprigs of holly over the soil wherever they go and it really seems to have stopped them - i think the holly stops them digging up the soil without pricking their paws. They might change the place where they go a couple times but if you just put holly there too the soon get the message. It might sound cruel but it doesnt really do them any harm
Reply:cut lengths of hose to about 12 inches and stake them with bamboo through the middle. use any shiny paint ~~(or nail polish) to put eyes on top of the hose. the cats see these as predators and stay away. thats the theory anyway.
Reply:paintball gun or hose
Reply:Hi, try slices of citrus fruits, cats seem to dislike the smell, also if you have twigs, lay them criss-cross on the soil.
Once your flowerbeds are full of flowers it should stop the problem, cats seem to like plenty of space! =^..^=
I know cats can be a problem in the garden, but its really nice to know you want a resolution without harming them! :)
Reply:The pepper thing is effective. Alternatively fill large empty plastic bottles filled with water. Leave it laying around in your garden, the sun's rays will confuse the cat when it shines on the bottles. The cat would feel disorientated and would leave because it \would think the dazzling bottle is invading its privacy. {only works in daylight}
Reply:sprinkle black paper or cayenne pepper in your garden, kitty wont like the scent.
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our neighbours 3 cats thought my garden was their poo poo place and i was fed up of the cleaning up i had to do. problem is that even if you pick up the... poo, the smell will still be there and then they will do it again...
you need to get 'Cat Repeller' from B%26amp;Q. it costs around ��30 but it is well worth it. the device can just be pushed into the soil and it creates an ultrasonic sound that is harmless to humans and animals - but cats can hear very low frequencies so they find the noise very annoying.
also dont forget you need to clean everything up and spray some jeyes fluid in the areas they have done their business. it will get rid of the smell. however i am not 100% sure you can use jeyes liquid in soil ? check the label !
this repellant thing really works.... good luck !!
Without harming how do i keep cats out of my garden and leaving there dirt in my flower beds?
put the hose on them whenever you see one.
I had a cat staking out my guinea pigs, but after i squirted him i never saw him again.
Reply:Get clear empty plastic drinks bottles (like coke etc) remove the labels and fill them with water. Leave them under your plants etc (smaller ones are easier to hide) and this should stop them.
Its something to do with the reflection of the water as seen through their eyes, it scares them I think.
Reply:Have you tried used coffee grounds? The cats don't like the bitter taste on their paws and I've found it works extremely well. It also seems to dissuade slugs and snails!
Reply:mothballs will do it and won't harm them ..
Reply:High-power water pistol seems to do the trick. Once moggy has had to dry and sort out his fur once or twice he'll get the message.
Reply:Poor Puss is only fertilising your garden. Get him some fish.
Reply:curry powder, chili powder, random cocktail sticks. Tins of lion dung can now be purchased from some gardening mags.
Reply:look up search on the net for cat scarer it is a mall box battery or mains operated place in the offending area the cats stopped coming in my garden and now use all the neighbours got mine of eBay OH yes its harmless to them as well. it emits a sonic sound they don't like, works for about 20 feet.
Reply:Pepper isnt good as it can get in their eyes %26amp; burn, yes it will keep them away. Many things out there , in my opinion toss citrus peels(cut small) works best. They dont like the smell %26amp; doesnt harm them. So, save the peels to oranges, lemons etc. If you dont mind "merigolds" add some to the border, they have a aweful scent, animals dont like them either.
Reply:Slice an orange into thin strips.. place around the edges of the garden and you are unlikely to have any more problems.. It wont hurt the cat, the kids and any other anilmal you may have.
Be aware that this might attract bees and wasps, they do tend to go for sweet stuff like oranges.
Reply:i have had a real problem with cats going to the toilet in my garden, digging up the baby plants, making a smell etc. i have tried all sorts even buying the repeller spray from the shops nothing worked. then finally i seem to have happened upon a way that stops them! i put a few sprigs of holly over the soil wherever they go and it really seems to have stopped them - i think the holly stops them digging up the soil without pricking their paws. They might change the place where they go a couple times but if you just put holly there too the soon get the message. It might sound cruel but it doesnt really do them any harm
Reply:cut lengths of hose to about 12 inches and stake them with bamboo through the middle. use any shiny paint ~~(or nail polish) to put eyes on top of the hose. the cats see these as predators and stay away. thats the theory anyway.
Reply:paintball gun or hose
Reply:Hi, try slices of citrus fruits, cats seem to dislike the smell, also if you have twigs, lay them criss-cross on the soil.
Once your flowerbeds are full of flowers it should stop the problem, cats seem to like plenty of space! =^..^=
I know cats can be a problem in the garden, but its really nice to know you want a resolution without harming them! :)
Reply:The pepper thing is effective. Alternatively fill large empty plastic bottles filled with water. Leave it laying around in your garden, the sun's rays will confuse the cat when it shines on the bottles. The cat would feel disorientated and would leave because it \would think the dazzling bottle is invading its privacy. {only works in daylight}
Reply:sprinkle black paper or cayenne pepper in your garden, kitty wont like the scent.
I have a weed growing in all my flower beds.?
It grows like a vine %26amp; has pods on it. They start out green but later turn brown. When I pull them up I know they scatter seeds. What kind of weed is this %26amp; how can I get rid of it. It is taking over everywhere.
I have a weed growing in all my flower beds.?
It is almost impossible to identify the vine without a better description. A vine can be hard to get rid of, but if you want to try pulling, do so before the pods form or at least before they ripen. Also get down as far into the root system as possible. If you are willing to go to chemical warfare you could try Roundup. Do not spray unless you can shield your flowers, it will kill everything! If you have the time and the patience, try putting on a rubber glove and then a cotton work glove, soak the cotton fingers in Roundup and the rub it on the vines and especially the leaves. If this doesn't work, try putting small amount in little jars or disposable plastic tubs and pin the tips of the vines into the Roundup. It will draw the herbicide into the roots and kill the vines.
Reply:I think its the kind you smoke...
hehe, sorry but i'm not really sure.
Reply:trying pulling it out and then sprinkle preen in your flower beds
Reply:Egwa is correct. To kill it quicker, paint undiluted Roundup on the weed.
I have a weed growing in all my flower beds.?
It is almost impossible to identify the vine without a better description. A vine can be hard to get rid of, but if you want to try pulling, do so before the pods form or at least before they ripen. Also get down as far into the root system as possible. If you are willing to go to chemical warfare you could try Roundup. Do not spray unless you can shield your flowers, it will kill everything! If you have the time and the patience, try putting on a rubber glove and then a cotton work glove, soak the cotton fingers in Roundup and the rub it on the vines and especially the leaves. If this doesn't work, try putting small amount in little jars or disposable plastic tubs and pin the tips of the vines into the Roundup. It will draw the herbicide into the roots and kill the vines.
Reply:I think its the kind you smoke...
hehe, sorry but i'm not really sure.
Reply:trying pulling it out and then sprinkle preen in your flower beds
Reply:Egwa is correct. To kill it quicker, paint undiluted Roundup on the weed.
I want to mulch flower beds. I have the length and width of each flower bed and want it 1 1/2 inches. Help me?
Well, 1.5 inches is 1/8th of a foot, or .125 feet, so multiply your (length x width x .125) to figure out how many cubic feet of mulch you need to buy.
Also, you may want to put weed barrier down with just a cutout around each plant- it'll help keep weeds from pushing up through the mulch.
That's not very deep though, you probably want to go 2.5-3 inches to allow for the mulch to settle over time.
2.5 inches = .208 feet (length x width x .208)
3 inches= .25 feet (length x width x .25)
I want to mulch flower beds. I have the length and width of each flower bed and want it 1 1/2 inches. Help me?
Depends what you want the mulch to do. I'm guessing you want to know about mulching materials, what would be good for you? Depends what you want it to do.
Chipped bark would be good for improving the soil over time as it breaks down and gets mixed with the soil. It doesn't feed the soil much though.
Composted grass, leaves, weeds, etc. improves the soil structure and also adds nutrients.
There are also other soil improvers that can be added to the soil surface as well as decorative mulches including decorative stones.
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Also, you may want to put weed barrier down with just a cutout around each plant- it'll help keep weeds from pushing up through the mulch.
That's not very deep though, you probably want to go 2.5-3 inches to allow for the mulch to settle over time.
2.5 inches = .208 feet (length x width x .208)
3 inches= .25 feet (length x width x .25)
I want to mulch flower beds. I have the length and width of each flower bed and want it 1 1/2 inches. Help me?
Depends what you want the mulch to do. I'm guessing you want to know about mulching materials, what would be good for you? Depends what you want it to do.
Chipped bark would be good for improving the soil over time as it breaks down and gets mixed with the soil. It doesn't feed the soil much though.
Composted grass, leaves, weeds, etc. improves the soil structure and also adds nutrients.
There are also other soil improvers that can be added to the soil surface as well as decorative mulches including decorative stones.
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Is it ok to sprinkle diatomaceous earth all over flower beds? Or should it be only on soil around plants?
It is perfectly fine to sprinkle DE on plants. It is made of fossiized single cell organisms. You may want to be careful about getting it ON the flowers as it may drive good insects such as bees and butterflies away. Other than that, it is just "special" dirt. It is used primarily in DE swimming pool filters because of its filtering qualities.
Is it ok to sprinkle diatomaceous earth all over flower beds? Or should it be only on soil around plants?
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Reply:Why not, if you wish? Diatomaceaous earth is a natural product and has nothing in it but earth. You may need to add more after a heavy rain. Diatomaceous earth will break down inot mud and mix in with soil.
I have walked on the stuff in a machine shop for 30 years where it is used to absorb oil and water.
Reply:around the plants only!! not on the plants! ***** to add to what u asked! just sprinkle the stuff as close to, but not on ur plants! the pests won't have the guts to cross the stuff to even make it to ur plants so u don't actually have to put ne on them!*****
Reply:Great way to get rid of soft bodied insects and it doesn't harm plants or animals or you.
Is it ok to sprinkle diatomaceous earth all over flower beds? Or should it be only on soil around plants?
And Robert, I do appreciate your added note-------thanks. Report It
Reply:Why not, if you wish? Diatomaceaous earth is a natural product and has nothing in it but earth. You may need to add more after a heavy rain. Diatomaceous earth will break down inot mud and mix in with soil.
I have walked on the stuff in a machine shop for 30 years where it is used to absorb oil and water.
Reply:around the plants only!! not on the plants! ***** to add to what u asked! just sprinkle the stuff as close to, but not on ur plants! the pests won't have the guts to cross the stuff to even make it to ur plants so u don't actually have to put ne on them!*****
Reply:Great way to get rid of soft bodied insects and it doesn't harm plants or animals or you.
Is it okay to incorporate the old mulch that is in my flower beds into the soil?
Is it organic material, like peat moss, or tree bark ? If so, yes you can it will decompose and make nice humus into the soil. An excellent condiment for the soil
Is it okay to incorporate the old mulch that is in my flower beds into the soil?
Yes,it will break down over time making new soil and fertilizer.
Reply:Of course. Mulch actually helps to feed plants as it breaks down.
Reply:sure, since is not full of trash or quimicals!
Is it okay to incorporate the old mulch that is in my flower beds into the soil?
Yes,it will break down over time making new soil and fertilizer.
Reply:Of course. Mulch actually helps to feed plants as it breaks down.
Reply:sure, since is not full of trash or quimicals!
Need a product to put on flower beds that will kill bindweed but not the flowers.?
Saw something on TV guaranteed to work but didn't get name.
Need a product to put on flower beds that will kill bindweed but not the flowers.?
A Yahoo search for "bindweed eradication" (include the quotation marks in the search box) yields 27 results. If you do the same search, and are willing to spend a little time exploring, I'm sure that you will quickly find the information you seek.
Good luck with your search.
Reply:Geez, anybody can do a search on google.. you should have done that in the first place if you didn't want to choose a better answer Report It
Reply:You have a problem. Any chemical that will kill the bindweed will also kill the flowers if it gets on them unless someone has invented a magic weed killer I haven't heard of. Also they are perennials so if you don't kill them this year they'll be back next year. They spread by roots and seeds. There really isn't an easy answer to your problem. Basically you have to weed them by hand and when you do loosen the soil with a hand trowel so you can get all the roots--if you leave any behind they can come up next year from what was left behind.
Next year, as soon as you see them start digging them out. Don't let them get established. It's a lot of work but your alternative is a chemical spray that will kill your flowers too.
Reply:Preen will not kill your flowers and is advertised on TV. Preen and green will also fertilize.
Reply:If there was a product out there that just killed the plants you didn't want, whoever invented it would be a gazillionaire!!!
There are no herbicides that will selectively remove weeds out of flower beds without hurting your good plants. A suggestion that I have is to get a bottle of RoundUp... pull the roots of the bindweed and place it in the bottle. The plant will take up the RoundUp and circulate it through its system and eventually kill the plant. You can put more than one root in at a time. It won't hurt your other plants (make sure the bottle doesn't tip over) becasue RoundUp is what we call a systemic herbicide.
If you can, hand weeding is probably your best bet. It gives you 100% weed control! Bindweed is a real pain. I have puilled a lot of it in my day! You've got to get every little piece or it will just root back into the ground. This is why you shoud try the RoundUp idea!
Reply:just Glyphosate (round up) but paint iy directly on the plant so u don't get over spray try on a sunny day in the morning to give it time to do its thang!
Reply:cover open soil with garden mulch when the weed starts to show through pull out in time it will work once vine weed gets set in you have problems if garden is established
Reply:Peed I think is the name.
Reply:I hate to inform you, but what you're looking for does not exist at this point in time. The botanists that work for the chemical companies have not been able to create chemicals that differentiate between broadleaf plants. Being as bindweed and (most) flowers are broadleaf plants...what kills one, kills both. This means you're going to have to hand-pull the bindweed. You might be able to rid yourself of this noxious weed with a pre-emergent. This will take more than a few weeks to work and you won't be able to grow plants from seed in this bed for a few weeks afterward. Ask your local nursery about corn gluten meal and when to apply. This will stop most of the seeds from germinating. It may take 2-3 annual applications to exterminate the bindweed. You can probably find a chemical pre-emergent as well.
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Need a product to put on flower beds that will kill bindweed but not the flowers.?
A Yahoo search for "bindweed eradication" (include the quotation marks in the search box) yields 27 results. If you do the same search, and are willing to spend a little time exploring, I'm sure that you will quickly find the information you seek.
Good luck with your search.
Reply:Geez, anybody can do a search on google.. you should have done that in the first place if you didn't want to choose a better answer Report It
Reply:You have a problem. Any chemical that will kill the bindweed will also kill the flowers if it gets on them unless someone has invented a magic weed killer I haven't heard of. Also they are perennials so if you don't kill them this year they'll be back next year. They spread by roots and seeds. There really isn't an easy answer to your problem. Basically you have to weed them by hand and when you do loosen the soil with a hand trowel so you can get all the roots--if you leave any behind they can come up next year from what was left behind.
Next year, as soon as you see them start digging them out. Don't let them get established. It's a lot of work but your alternative is a chemical spray that will kill your flowers too.
Reply:Preen will not kill your flowers and is advertised on TV. Preen and green will also fertilize.
Reply:If there was a product out there that just killed the plants you didn't want, whoever invented it would be a gazillionaire!!!
There are no herbicides that will selectively remove weeds out of flower beds without hurting your good plants. A suggestion that I have is to get a bottle of RoundUp... pull the roots of the bindweed and place it in the bottle. The plant will take up the RoundUp and circulate it through its system and eventually kill the plant. You can put more than one root in at a time. It won't hurt your other plants (make sure the bottle doesn't tip over) becasue RoundUp is what we call a systemic herbicide.
If you can, hand weeding is probably your best bet. It gives you 100% weed control! Bindweed is a real pain. I have puilled a lot of it in my day! You've got to get every little piece or it will just root back into the ground. This is why you shoud try the RoundUp idea!
Reply:just Glyphosate (round up) but paint iy directly on the plant so u don't get over spray try on a sunny day in the morning to give it time to do its thang!
Reply:cover open soil with garden mulch when the weed starts to show through pull out in time it will work once vine weed gets set in you have problems if garden is established
Reply:Peed I think is the name.
Reply:I hate to inform you, but what you're looking for does not exist at this point in time. The botanists that work for the chemical companies have not been able to create chemicals that differentiate between broadleaf plants. Being as bindweed and (most) flowers are broadleaf plants...what kills one, kills both. This means you're going to have to hand-pull the bindweed. You might be able to rid yourself of this noxious weed with a pre-emergent. This will take more than a few weeks to work and you won't be able to grow plants from seed in this bed for a few weeks afterward. Ask your local nursery about corn gluten meal and when to apply. This will stop most of the seeds from germinating. It may take 2-3 annual applications to exterminate the bindweed. You can probably find a chemical pre-emergent as well.
Would you use recycled waste water to water your lawn flower beds and gardens if...?
...your state or country's health agency and water resource agency were to certify the water safe and if there was no odor to the water?
Most people in the United states don't realize just how little "new water" is actually available. Also they do not realize the cost of the water. If we had to pay what the water really cost to produce many people would not be able to afford it.
Would you use recycled waste water to water your lawn flower beds and gardens if...?
YES absolutely!
We had non-potable water on our farm and it was great to know we weren't wasting the well water.
;o)
Reply:i live in the UK, and i would do it
Reply:I have been to country's that recycle waste water for watering. I would not od it myself. I live in an area where water is rationed every summer. I am used to letting my grass turn brown in the summer, less lawnmower time.
Reply:I would...but only for watering flowers and grass, and stuff like that. I wouldnt drink it.
Reply:Any body that lives in a city and has city water uses recycled water that is why they have waste/water treatment plants for and why we have sewers that go to these plantscause they take out the waste and put the water back into use by either putting it back in the ground for there wells to take it or by putting it back into the pipe lines like very large cities have to do.
Reply:Maybe so, maybe not it depends. Would you?
Reply:Absolutely!
Reply:they already use this water to water some crops so always remember to thoroughly wash ur vegetables.
Reply:Yep...sure would. I use gray water all the time. My plants love it!
Reply:Yes. I would.
Reply:i already do...gray water is great.
Reply:use of gray water in arid ares has done wonders for landscaping. it's also smart to reuse what you can with any of our resources.
Reply:yES THIS IS DONE IN ARIZONA ALL THE TIME.THEY GET LITTLE RAIN
Reply:yes, and it is being practiced worldwide. you need to have a water treatment equipment to do it.
Reply:we are already using it. we have been for yesrd
Reply:I've used non-potable water or"Grey" water for years for lawn, garden and other non consumable uses. It's perfectly safe as long as it has been properly treated.
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Most people in the United states don't realize just how little "new water" is actually available. Also they do not realize the cost of the water. If we had to pay what the water really cost to produce many people would not be able to afford it.
Would you use recycled waste water to water your lawn flower beds and gardens if...?
YES absolutely!
We had non-potable water on our farm and it was great to know we weren't wasting the well water.
;o)
Reply:i live in the UK, and i would do it
Reply:I have been to country's that recycle waste water for watering. I would not od it myself. I live in an area where water is rationed every summer. I am used to letting my grass turn brown in the summer, less lawnmower time.
Reply:I would...but only for watering flowers and grass, and stuff like that. I wouldnt drink it.
Reply:Any body that lives in a city and has city water uses recycled water that is why they have waste/water treatment plants for and why we have sewers that go to these plantscause they take out the waste and put the water back into use by either putting it back in the ground for there wells to take it or by putting it back into the pipe lines like very large cities have to do.
Reply:Maybe so, maybe not it depends. Would you?
Reply:Absolutely!
Reply:they already use this water to water some crops so always remember to thoroughly wash ur vegetables.
Reply:Yep...sure would. I use gray water all the time. My plants love it!
Reply:Yes. I would.
Reply:i already do...gray water is great.
Reply:use of gray water in arid ares has done wonders for landscaping. it's also smart to reuse what you can with any of our resources.
Reply:yES THIS IS DONE IN ARIZONA ALL THE TIME.THEY GET LITTLE RAIN
Reply:yes, and it is being practiced worldwide. you need to have a water treatment equipment to do it.
Reply:we are already using it. we have been for yesrd
Reply:I've used non-potable water or"Grey" water for years for lawn, garden and other non consumable uses. It's perfectly safe as long as it has been properly treated.
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How do i keep cats from using my flower beds as a litter box?
i already removed bushes from the front where several cats were seen to hang out. I heard moth balls work but to no avail for me
How do i keep cats from using my flower beds as a litter box?
Pepper...sprinkle pepper on the ground as cats sniff before they do their thing. It will make them sneeze but is not harmful to their health
Reply:Or you can purchase a roll of concrete reinforcing wire and lay it across the entry points to your planting area. Spray it with Re-pel, anise oil or Eucalyptus oil. Cats find stepping between the openings an annoyance and that coupled with the smell will drive them away. You can place pieces of cardboard with Tanglefoot applied. Cats step in it once and leave quickly! Get a scarecrow impact sprinkler that is motion controlled. It comes on loudly, runs for about 10 seconds in an arc and scares the cats away. These are the best suggestions I have.
You might try planting a cat litter box of catnip (a member of the mint family) to attract him to a particular spot. In the beds you don't want him in, plant herbs such as lavender, rue, geranium, absinthe or lemon thyme. A German gardener has come up with a plant, coleus canin, which he has found keeps cats at bay. It can be ordered from various garden catalog services in Germany or perhaps your local garden center can obtain it for you. He has also come up with a mixture that is easily made and will keep away just about anything on four paws. It��s two parts cayenne pepper, three parts dry mustard and five parts flour. Mix together and sprinkle on areas where you don��t want cats. Cats don��t care much for tea leaves, so save the tea bags and sprinkle the leaves over the beds you want to keep him out of. You can try laying large, flat river stones around the digging areas of your bed. Cats love freshly prepared soil (and fresh laundry too!), so putting the stones around would keep kitty from doing as much digging.
Finally, you may want to consider installing a sprinkler system that is activated by movement. One or two douses will cure the cat quickly and will also deter prowlers! I know it works because as a little kid I remember we had a cat that liked to use the bathtub. My Mother would dutifully clean up the mess each time and say nothing. Dad found out so the next time the cat was in the tub, the shower kicked on for a few seconds. The cat never used the tub again! Give these ideas a try and let me know which one works or if they all do. Good luck.
Reply:Try placing moth balls in your flower beds. That has worked for me.
How do i keep cats from using my flower beds as a litter box?
Pepper...sprinkle pepper on the ground as cats sniff before they do their thing. It will make them sneeze but is not harmful to their health
Reply:Or you can purchase a roll of concrete reinforcing wire and lay it across the entry points to your planting area. Spray it with Re-pel, anise oil or Eucalyptus oil. Cats find stepping between the openings an annoyance and that coupled with the smell will drive them away. You can place pieces of cardboard with Tanglefoot applied. Cats step in it once and leave quickly! Get a scarecrow impact sprinkler that is motion controlled. It comes on loudly, runs for about 10 seconds in an arc and scares the cats away. These are the best suggestions I have.
You might try planting a cat litter box of catnip (a member of the mint family) to attract him to a particular spot. In the beds you don't want him in, plant herbs such as lavender, rue, geranium, absinthe or lemon thyme. A German gardener has come up with a plant, coleus canin, which he has found keeps cats at bay. It can be ordered from various garden catalog services in Germany or perhaps your local garden center can obtain it for you. He has also come up with a mixture that is easily made and will keep away just about anything on four paws. It��s two parts cayenne pepper, three parts dry mustard and five parts flour. Mix together and sprinkle on areas where you don��t want cats. Cats don��t care much for tea leaves, so save the tea bags and sprinkle the leaves over the beds you want to keep him out of. You can try laying large, flat river stones around the digging areas of your bed. Cats love freshly prepared soil (and fresh laundry too!), so putting the stones around would keep kitty from doing as much digging.
Finally, you may want to consider installing a sprinkler system that is activated by movement. One or two douses will cure the cat quickly and will also deter prowlers! I know it works because as a little kid I remember we had a cat that liked to use the bathtub. My Mother would dutifully clean up the mess each time and say nothing. Dad found out so the next time the cat was in the tub, the shower kicked on for a few seconds. The cat never used the tub again! Give these ideas a try and let me know which one works or if they all do. Good luck.
Reply:Try placing moth balls in your flower beds. That has worked for me.
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