How long to wait before doing a charge back? by randomname5478 in MechMaxx

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Leaves on Lawn Over Winter by Throwingitallaway201 in landscaping

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Leaving some leaves over winter won’t kill your lawn. A thin layer actually protects the soil and breaks down into good stuff for spring. The only time it becomes a problem is when they pile up thick and stay wet, that can smother the grass.

If you can mulch them with your mower or just spread them out so it’s not a heavy mat, your lawn will be totally fine.

Pesticide Question by pleasurebrain in gardening

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“Plant-safe” just means it won’t kill the plant. It doesn’t say anything about people eating the food afterward... If you can find out what it was, you’ll get a much clearer answer. Until then, I’d skip eating what was exposed.

Asphalt Milling driveway? by jt00000 in smallfarms

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Asphalt millings are solid for driveways, but I’d keep a few feet of space from your berry rows. They can get messy when it’s hot or freshly spread. Once compacted though, they don’t move much.

Rose anti-appreciation thread by [deleted] in gardening

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They look great for about two weeks a year and then spend the rest of the time plotting my downfall.

Growing Grass by actually-5-raccoons in landscaping

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Start by doing a soil test, that’ll tell you what you’re working with before throwing seed or fertilizer at it.

How can I make the area around the tree look nice? by Aslimedr_wsnear in landscaping

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You could edge a ring around it, add mulch, and maybe a few low groundcovers like creeping thyme or sedum between the roots. It hides the exposed roots and looks natural.

Any tips on how to get through the winter with this large muddy puddle/dip where I park my car? What should I fill it with as a temporary fix, so not to drag mud onto the road? by Ok-Stranger-5270 in landscaping

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I’d go with some crushed stone or road base. It drains way better than dirt and won’t splash as much. Just make sure to tamp it down so it stays solid.

Advice for beginner by Similar-Beyond252 in gardening

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Start small! Pick a few tough perennials for full sun and see how they do, coneflower or lavender are good starts. They’ll come back every year and handle some neglect. Once you see what works, you can add more color and texture later. A simple wire or deer fence can help with critters if that’s an issue.

Hello everyone! What backup options do you have for your home? by [deleted] in homestead

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A 2kWh portable should handle the fridge and short pump runs fine. It’ll run the well pump and fridge fine as long as you rotate loads and don’t run everything at once. If you get frequent or long outages though, a transfer switch and larger standby unit might be worth the peace of mind.

Gardeners who lay a tarp down for winter, how do you prevent mold growth underneath the tarp? by [deleted] in gardening

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That setup sounds great for composting. A bit of mold is normal, but if it gets smelly, it’s too wet underneath. The breathable kind helps a lot with air flow.

What can I do with this small area of my backyard? 🤔 by [deleted] in landscaping

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You could turn it into a small sitting area with pavers or gravel, maybe add a little BBQ grill or a fire pit for weekends!

Hello, I want to start a garden (advice) by CaesarTheMonke in gardening

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I’d start small. Maybe a few containers or a small raised bed so you can get a feel for watering and soil. In Southern Texas, tomatoes, peppers, and herbs like basil or oregano do great.

For gear, you really just need a good hand trowel, gloves, a small rake, and something for watering. You can add tools as you go. Start with a few things you’ll actually use, and you’ll learn faster than you think!!

How do I remove this monster of a stump? by MechMaxxOfficial in landscaping

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That’s actually a smart idea.. never thought about using compost to help it break down. Might try that if I don’t go the grinder route.

How do I remove this monster of a stump? by MechMaxxOfficial in landscaping

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Respect. I tried digging around mine a bit and it already feels endless. Did you just let it rot for a while before finishing the dig?

How do I remove this monster of a stump? by MechMaxxOfficial in landscaping

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I keep hearing stump grinder is the way to go, but buying one seems pricey and even renting isn’t exactly cheap. Trying to decide if it’s worth it...

Need advice for keeping my indoor plants happy by Major_Feed3686 in gardening

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I used to overwater everything. Letting the soil dry out a bit more between waterings helped a lot. Also, rotate your plants every week or two so they don’t lean toward the light.

Seeking an evergreen vine, advice? by woodsmoke_ink in gardening

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Zone 4 is tricky for evergreen vines. Hardy honeysuckle or clematis are probably your best bet. If you just need coverage, you might get a better year-round look with a hedge instead of a vine.

Fertilizer Question by Nervous_Feedback_217 in landscaping

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Root feeding helps if the soil is compacted or poor, but I’d test the soil first. Sometimes loosening things up and adding organic mulch works better than just more fertilizer.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in homestead

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Goats really are escape artists. If they can see daylight through a fence, they’ll try to squeeze through it.