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Grapefruit trees (Citrus paradisi) developed as a hybrid result of mixing a sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) and also a pummelo (Citrus maxima) together. The result was an evergreen tropical fruit, which grows in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 8 through 11. This large-fruiting tree originated in Barbados in which it made its way…
Squirrels are located all across North America in both urban and rural settings. Even though a lot of people try to repel squirrels from their backyard, others appreciate the flurry of activity these fluffy rodents add to a landscape. Attracting wildlife, like squirrels, for your garden requires a number of strategies to make your home’s…
Plum trees do best when grown within U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 5 through 9, although many varieties will bear the colder temperatures of zone 4. Irrespective of where they’re grown, plum trees need annual pruning. The two most important facets of pruning a plum tree are how it is pruned — for…
A fire pit room adds an inviting ambiance into a yard. You can build your own concrete cube pit from CMU blocks to create an outdoor gathering area which will give enjoyment for years to come. The substances are relatively inexpensive and you’ll be able to complete this job in only a couple hours. You…
Like raising children, caring for “Thompson Seedless” grapes (Vitis vinifera “Thompson Seedless”) is most challenging in the early years even though you are receiving them started right. The species, Vitis vinifera, is also referred to as the European grape; it was developed by the ancient Romans in their quest to make delicious wine. Today, “Thompson…
Cucumbers are a great summer vegetable harvest for the home gardener and will grow happily alongside roses. Both prefer growing in full sun and fertile soil, high in organic content, which also drains well. Cucumbers aren’t frost tolerant, although a lot of roses are. Organize your cucumber planting schedule to start after the date of…
Changing a bathtub drain isn’t so complex, but it can end up being a challenging task on older tub drains. A tub drain threads to your fitting called a shoe. The shoe is under the tub and hardened a rubber seal from the bottom of the tub when the tub drain is tightened into it.…
In case you’ve got the misfortune of staring out your back window to a cinder block wall, you would likely prefer a different view. Plain or even painted cinder blocks do not inspire people to unwind. If you would like to change your view, you may use several landscaping methods to hide the blocks, so…
Ornamental sweet potato vines (Ipomoea batatas) are fast plants which produce lobed leaves, fleshy roots and tubular flowers that resemble morning glories. Unlike edible crop varieties, “Tricolor” and other ornamental cultivars produce roots that lack taste. Hardy at U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through 11, sweet potato vines thrive in well-drained, moist…