Cathy Conrad

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Stories By Cathy Conrad

  • Produce
    Produce By Cathy Conrad November 3rd, 2022

    How To Use Essential Oils For Gardening

    How to Use Essential Oils for Gardening. Commercial pesticides have been widely used for years in the garden, most of which are made from chemicals that are harmful to ground water and the soil. Organic gardening is becoming more popular with the use of organic materials such as manure for fertilizer and household products as weed killers. Essential oils have a place in the garden as well. Various essential oils are used as a pesticide and are very effective. Make your own pesticide with different essential oils.

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  • Produce
    Produce By Cathy Conrad November 3rd, 2022

    How To Save Yucca Plant Seeds

    How to Save Yucca Plant Seeds. Yucca plants, also called soap cactus, are large cacti with spiky leaves and white or pale pink flower spikes in the middle of the plant. Yuccas grow quite large over their life cycle. Yucca is the most commonly identified cactus. Gather the seeds and save them to grow more yuccas and/or give them to family and friends.

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  • Flowers
    Flowers By Cathy Conrad November 3rd, 2022

    How To Winterize Butterfly Bush

    How to Winterize Butterfly Bush. Butterfly bushes are a popular addition in many gardens as they attract multiple butterflies and hummingbirds. They have beautiful long purple, white or pink flowers, depending on the type you have. Winterizing them is quite simple, as these bushes require very little care. However, there is a certain time to prepare butterfly bushes for the winter.

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  • Trees
    Trees By Cathy Conrad September 6th, 2022

    How To Transplant Mimosa Trees

    How to Transplant Mimosa Trees. Mimosa trees are a regular sight in the south, growing in yards and found wild along roadsides and riverbanks. This tree does not do well in the north unless it is container-grown in a greenhouse. Transplanting a mimosa can be tricky because the variety is finicky. A mimosa itself is beautiful--and its leaves fold in when you touch them, making them a favorite distraction among children.

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  • Trees
    Trees By Cathy Conrad September 6th, 2022

    How To Get Rid Of Ants In Trees

    How to Get Rid of Ants in Trees. Ants are pesky little creatures that seem to infest everything. However, some are beneficial, as they eat other insects, reduce organic matter and keep the soil aerated. In spite of this, ants can injure trees, plants and shrubs, causing them to die. Several methods are available to eliminate ants in trees, including those in pots.

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    Lawn Care
    Lawn Care By Cathy Conrad September 6th, 2022

    What Type Of Grass Grows Well In Sandy Soil?

    What Type of Grass Grows Well in Sandy Soil?. A beautiful green lawn is the ultimate goal for any gardener. However, some grasses do poorly in certain soil types and weather conditions. A good knowledge of the type of soil a yard has, and the types of grasses that work with a particular soil, is essential. Sandy soil is not generally a good medium for grass, but some types of grass will work.

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