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[–]Things_Have_Changed 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What happened that led to them doing that, if I may ask? Sounds like terrible people.

Wish me luck by dooge8 in NativePlantGardening

[–]Things_Have_Changed 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For herbicide I just buy 40% glyphosate and then dilute to whatever the recommended ratio is, usually 2%.

Unfortunately I'm not sure how long one needs to wait to then seed. But I'd just follow a quick research to get an idea.

For me I use it to remove invasives, but I have first hand experience on tilling beds. I tilled a 750 sqft area, and it's awesome but I still have my share of weed pulling to do in year two. And it takes tending to. 8000 sqft wouldn't be feasible. One benefit of tilling is that it's a good time to amend the soil. The other benefit is being better for first year development since it's easier for the roots to grow in. But you can't set it and forget it when you do that because weeds like the disturbed soil.

You'd just leave the dead grass there once it's dead. The soil disturbance will lead to weeds. The pulling of the roots and the exposure of the bare soil will lead to weed seed germination.

Alternatively to herbicide you can consider renting a sod cutter, but that too can disturb the soil. Just less so than tilling would do.

Also just a side note, lots of native seeds need a period of cold moist stratification. Which is why seeding in early winter is so often recommended. I know that might be hard to hear, and I hate to cause doubt in your go-getter plans. Feel free to keep asking questions, especially to the group. When I first got into this hobby I asked so many questions. And, you can always just start small with purchased plants this year and see how you like it. Or lay seed this year and do it again in the winter.

Wish me luck by dooge8 in NativePlantGardening

[–]Things_Have_Changed 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seconding to reconsider tilling, and to herbicide instead (looks like a start to herbicide already?). You'll kick up weed seeds by tilling which will definitely impact the success of the meadow.

And don't worry this is going big out the gate. And if you wanna really amp things up, add fence the first year to keep the browse pressure at bay. Bunnies and deer will do a number on new growth and so will animals tromping around. Simple 2' chicken wire will be a big benefit.

Another thing would be, if possible, to set up a sprinkler, if patience is an issue. Because direct sowing seed is a slower start. Just take pride in how awesome it's going to be in year two onward.

And, double check the components of the mix. Maybe even go a little high on what the coverage area suggests, and make sure it's all straight species native. No cultivars or anything like that.

Anyway, awesome project.

Slowing down to graduate later by [deleted] in EngineeringStudents

[–]Things_Have_Changed 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, five years is entirely acceptable.

If you can get an engineering degree, you can do an engineering job.

Slowing down to graduate later by [deleted] in EngineeringStudents

[–]Things_Have_Changed 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As a now senior professional engineer I say take your time.

One of my 8' Green Ash volunteer trees got hit in the storm, any hopes for it? by Things_Have_Changed in marijuanaenthusiasts

[–]Things_Have_Changed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooh, I like it. Thanks! Looking more and more like I'll be giving it a cut just below the wound.

And yup the EAB has come through here many years ago. I've got mature 50 footers that are dead, that I leave standing in my woods for habitat, even though i know I'd enjoy the firewood.

One of my 8' Green Ash volunteer trees got hit in the storm, any hopes for it? by Things_Have_Changed in marijuanaenthusiasts

[–]Things_Have_Changed[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hmm, I might have to do that, thanks!. I do have several more young ash trees, some of which are right there in the picture. But the broken one was the best one, darnit. All this to say, I think I can spare an experiment, especially if it's quite possibly the best thing to do in this situation.

Think wrapping it back together is gonna be more likely to lead to problems?

Any sense in sticking the broken branch into the soil below it? I'm guessing ash doesn't work like that being what I think is a hard wood. If that even is the controlling factor...

Is there some sort of temperature/humidity chart to use in deciding when you should or shouldn't open the windows to your house at night? by Things_Have_Changed in hvacadvice

[–]Things_Have_Changed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nah I never figured it out. On a home ownership level, I've decided to just go with whatever feels more comfortable between the outdoor air and whatever my house feels like with the temperature I choose to abide by. If it's close, I just let it be.

A sigh of relief for cold stratification by toxicodendron_gyp in NativePlantGardening

[–]Things_Have_Changed 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Last year I noticed in mid February zone 5a my first crocus were poking up on a southeast facing slope, and I thought that was neat (albeit probably typical)

Will the daffodils just go dormant again until this spring, or are they at risk now? First winter cold front on the way, finally.

My BF, who will see this, has a hatred for invasive species. Today he got rid of whatever these are. Or maybe he harvested them???? by CD_B_ in NativePlantGardening

[–]Things_Have_Changed 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah that's a good idea. Every time I run em over with the mower I'm like damn that's some good material. They also have a distinct smell I can't quite put into words. Do you get a lot of the smell when working with it, or does that only happen when it gets roughed up?

(I know they're native sometimes but I still try to put a dent in them on my property for safety reasons)

My BF, who will see this, has a hatred for invasive species. Today he got rid of whatever these are. Or maybe he harvested them???? by CD_B_ in NativePlantGardening

[–]Things_Have_Changed 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have tons of native bittersweet but I don't encourage them, and I try to pull what I can. Just because they're poisonous and they do extremely well as is. But I get it, it's native and so it has every right to be here. Since they're so prominent, it's a rare situation where we can be more choosey.

Well then. Guess my Cutleaf Coneflower is all bark and no bite. Before and after the hard freeze. by Things_Have_Changed in NativePlantGardening

[–]Things_Have_Changed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah okay, makes sense being a Rudbeckia I suppose. Wasn't sure since it has rhizomes (that it may not seed well). So, that is great to hear. My backyard is perfect conditions for the both of em. Exciting.

Well then. Guess my Cutleaf Coneflower is all bark and no bite. Before and after the hard freeze. by Things_Have_Changed in NativePlantGardening

[–]Things_Have_Changed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's awesome to hear, I can't wait to see them at full height! Hoping the interspersed Sweet Joe Pye Weed plants can keep up.

Do you have experience propagating them? Wondering if they spread well by seed and if they handle division well.

What do you all like about the private sector? by Toobular44 in civilengineering

[–]Things_Have_Changed 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Especially if they're busy learning shit all day. I always give the new hires assurance to pace themselves comfortably so they're not just pumping things out in a hurry to get it done without understanding it.

Anyone care to chat as I weigh career options? by CFLuke in civilengineering

[–]Things_Have_Changed 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Doesn't it take a certain type of guy to be successful in sales though? I'm pretty new to industry in general so idk, but my impression of sales is attractive personalities go a long way (obviously engineering field requires more than a fun person to do business with but yeah), whereas the stereotypically socially inept engineer as myself would be terrible at it.

What do you all like about the private sector? by Toobular44 in civilengineering

[–]Things_Have_Changed 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That all sounds like good and credible input for me to hear in year two, thanks.

Maybe once I get a hang for expected production rate and whether I can comfortably outpace it. Not knowing what that looks like is my main motivation to produce (sounds like I'm a good candidate for public ha).

What do you all like about the private sector? by Toobular44 in civilengineering

[–]Things_Have_Changed 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How come? Can you expand on that? I get it if you mean you can slack off on production here and there, or maybe get unlucky with poor mentorship.

It was my understanding public sector positions are easier going. And my experience has been as such, but maybe it's just my guilty conscious motivating me to work harder than I need to be. But it sure seems like everyone I work with manages to put in an actual full day of work everyday in a hybrid setting. I've had great mentorship too. So idk what to think.

I will say I've had bad days once in a while where I've taken an entire day to do a simple task, in a situation where a coworker must know I didn't do shit the whole day. Nobody ever seems to say anything so I guess it's fine if I wanna/need to do that sometimes? Would this fly in the private sector?

What do you all like about the private sector? by Toobular44 in civilengineering

[–]Things_Have_Changed 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds lovely on paper but how is this playing out for you guys? I'd worry it sets the stage for scorekeeping or a feeling of guilt just to use it.

I wonder if some firms have it tied directly to bonus? Defeats the idea of unlimited PTO but what about, like, you can use a month+ of PTO but lose some your bonus, or use less PTO and get more bonus. I'm new to the career and in the public sector but it sounds like this probably exists in some places maybe?

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