Selecting a Planting Site The key to growing this herb is to plant it in well-draining soil and ample sunlight. Container growth also is an option. Keep weeds away from the marjoram, as they will compete for nutrients and moisture. And make sure no taller plants will leaf out and shade it in the spring. Spacing, Depth, and Support Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep, or situate nursery plants at the same depth they were growing in their previous container....
How to Grow Thyme Indoors Sunlight Thyme is a well-known sun lover preferring to be planted or placed in a location with access to full sunlight nearly all day long. A bright windowsill that receives eight hours of sun per day is ideal, but if your home is rather shaded or you’re looking to keep your thyme thriving through the darker winter months, a snug spot under some florescent grow lights will work too....
When to Harvest There are two things to remember about harvesting zucchini: pick them young and pick them often. If you keep that in mind, you’ll never be stuck with overly large, tasteless (and sometimes bitter) squash. You can harvest zucchini at any time without harming the plant. Generally, it’s best to harvest this squash when it’s about 5" to 7" long. Harvest round zucchini when it’s about the size of a billiard ball—there’s a reason one of the most popular round zucchinis is called “Eight Ball....
About Hummingbird Moths The term “hummingbird moth” is applied to many medium to large moths in the Sphingidae family and Hemaris genus of moths. There are more than 1,200 species of these moths worldwide, and roughly 125 of them are in North America. These insects are also called hawk moths, sphinx moths, clearwing moths, bee moths, and bee-hawk moths. And, in the caterpillar stage, they are called hornworms. Hummingbird moths share many common characteristics with hummingbirds....
Packing Supply List Several sturdy medium-sized boxes, new or usedPacking paper or newsprint (if you use newsprint or newspapers to pack, you’ll have to wash the dishes well after you unpack to remove any ink that transferred to the dishes)Packing tapeMarker for labelling Prepare the Boxes Wrap Each Dish and Box It Up Load Boxes in the Truck If you’re renting a moving truck, instead of hiring movers, make sure you know how to load the boxes on the truck to prevent any breakage....
Navigating the world of paint sprayers can be daunting—from pneumatic to airless to HVLP (high-volume low-pressure)—it’s not immediately obvious the one you should choose. And although they have huge pluses, this tool sometimes has drawbacks. If you’re not sure whether you need to buy one or if you’re better off renting one, this comprehensive guide will help you wade through all these considerations. Before Buying a New Paint Sprayer Before getting one, consider if you need it for a big job, like painting the whole house—inside and out—or only one room....
Just think about how many hours you spend in your bed. You probably devote more time there than any other place. And the time that you are in bed, you are typically resting or sleeping. When asleep, you’re in a passive “yin” state and more susceptible to the energies around you. So your bed placement affects you in your conscious and unconscious states. Therefore, if you start anywhere with feng shui, start with your bed!...
The white coating greatly diminishes the appearance of the plant, but the disease is not fatal unless left uncontrolled. However, as it spreads, it stresses and weakens the plant and makes it hard for photosynthesis to occur. Left untreated, powdery mildew can leech nutrients from the plant, cause leaves to yellow, dry out, and wither, exposing fruit to sunburn. It can even affect the flavor of fruit and reduce blooms on plants....
Depending on which plant hardiness zone you live in, there are a few different methods you can utilize to keep your tree growing healthy. Maple trees growing in southern regions will require fewer changes to their usual care routine than those growing further north, but it’s fairly easy to overwinter this species in either environment. Learn how to care for your Japanese maple in winter to keep it thriving until warm weather returns....
Here’s how to remove melted plastic from five common household surfaces. If that happens, immediately turn on the kitchen hood to vent away fumes while the cooktop cools. Once it is safe to touch, use a dull kitchen knife or plastic scraper to remove as much of the melted plastic as possible. To remove the final bits of plastic that are clinging to the glass, you will need a chemical-based cleaner to react with the plastic and break the bond with the glass, so you can scrape the residue away....
How to Repair Wide Concrete Cracks The secret to fixing wide concrete cracks is to undercut the sides of the crack to give it an inverted “V” shape. This helps the repair material to “key” into the crack, creating a mechanical bond in addition to the chemical bond between the patch material and the concrete. How to Repair Narrow Concrete Cracks Narrow concrete cracks can be filled using masonry crack elastomeric filler that can be applied with a caulking gun....
Feeding Hummingbirds by Hand Any birder with a hummingbird feeder can feed hummingbirds by hand. The key to success is to gain the birds’ trust, however, and it takes several steps to do so. 1. Attract Hummingbirds First, it is necessary to attract hummingbirds. Plant hummingbird flowers, put out several suitable feeders, and make your yard a hummingbird haven. To make it easier to hand-feed hummingbirds, arrange the feeders and flowers in a single location to concentrate where the birds visit and help them become familiar with where food is available....
