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The main reason your getting flies is because the adult flies are able to reach your food, and veggie scraps.
For anything you place in your composter, you need to bury it at least 2", don't matter with what, just needs to be covered on all sides.
You can also try hanging plastic freezer bags filled with water near the composter. :confused:
Some gardeners swear by it.
Verminators : HowStuffWorks Articles : Discovery Channel
K
Really:cool::eek: They never said anything about that:rolleyes:
I'll try the paper and a little soil.
I started a pile back in the spring with oh, a couple, to 3hundred lbs. of soil, and as long as I kept the scraps completely covered, all was well, but let just a piece exposed, the flies would appear.
One grace I have is, the weather is getting colder so the fly problem subsides, but I still have to be careful or I can also attract the night foragers from skunks to deer.
I used to have a semi open bin 7 years ago and never had any problem at all:confused:
Has anything changed since this photo, Like after the big storm?
What's your neighbor have on the other side of that fence?
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That's my fence, the other side is the front yard. Nothing has changed in that area that I'm aware of. I'll check the front and see what's going on when I get home from work, but I think everything is still the same, unless a sprinkler broke.:confused:
I had been just throwing stuff in there weekly and not putting anything on top. I'll bury now.:)
It is also helpful if you can mix or turn the "pile" every now an then.
'bout that possible broken sprinkler... Its okay to have a moist to dry mix, but not one that is soppin' wet, otherwise you won't generate the heat needed for fermentation.
I cleaned out all my hoses on the pond today and guess what?? It's running better:rolleyes:
Also baited some mouse traps around the garden bench and wood pile with chunky peanut butter (all I had, used the rest for dog cookies) before they come into the house, I'm always keeping the door open:eek:
My Romaine is looking good:D I never tried lettuce before. I set up a pot (sort of) in the back area that doesn't get much sun except in the summer, but it is wasted space and I hate that. Don't know what I will plant in it yet. Maybe a tomatoe next year,
I've been collecting pieces of old duct work from an HVAC company that dumps their garbage where I work. If I can get to it before the 'Junk Man' comes... I have pots! Square, Rectangle, round... it's scary that my DH hasn't complained yet.:cool: I still have not painted them, so they are silver and look like what they are, but suit the purpose.
Hi! JD was thinking 'bout you today :) (Series of storms in California :()
I'm continuing to get cuttings from Anak (Son of BB) have 'bout 5 now, and soon as the weather breaks in May I'll be planting them outside.
I was thinking of getting one of these...
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_80cGISOzOds/S1...%3B28%20AM.jpg
Wadaya think? I checked on them, and it's a hybrid of a tom an poe plant. Kind of expensive though... k
Very expensive, and I'm sure they won't ship to California.
I would spend the extra 5 bucks and get 2, I'm sure you can grow anything:D Would you have to wait until all your tomatoes are gone before you can get a potato? If you dig up the roots, you will kill the tomato part, right:confused:
The weather is very icky here, but so far nothing has blown over and broke and even though the pond is overflowing the fish are staying in, which is a good thing because they would just be carried downstream to the chlorine pool:eek:
We had snow not that long ago and I don't know yet if my blueberries and blackberries survived. My key lime has lost all it's leaves, so I don't know about it either.:(
The entire yard just looks burned. I will know in a month or so what survived. It's very depressing, but nothing can be done at this point.
On a brighter note... I have Daffodils popping up every where:)
Nice hearing from you:D
Well, most anything.Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
That's a good point. I would think you would have to wait until all the toms are done before you would think 'bout digging up the poes.Quote:
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eddie sez... That would be somthin' to see...Quote:
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The berries should be okay,Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
Blueberries:
cold-hardy blueberries tolerate temperatures of - 35°F (2° C)or below, and many cultivars survive temperatures between - 20 and – 25°F (-29 to -32° C) .
Require acid soils, and a soil pH between 4.5 and 5.2 is ideal.
http://www.cals.uidaho.edu/edcomm/pdf/BUL/BUL0815.pdf
Blackberries:
Brambles grow best on a sunny site in sandy loam soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5
http://ucce.ucdavis.edu/files/fileli...2161/17282.pdf
If your berries are in proximity to each other, try to keep a happy medium like 5.5.
To tell if you need to apply acid or a substitute like sulfur, you should be able to get a pH tester from your local dedicated garden supply.
Here's a visual aid for Blackberries:
Blackberry Diagnostic Tool
Key Lime:
Borrowed from:
Key Lime Tree | Plant Aficionado
The Key lime tree is considered hardy to approximately 30 degrees F, or in USDA zones 9, 10, and 11.
So if it wasn't too cold for too long I would think the tree would be okay, but not the fruit.
For both the Berries, and the Key Lime, drainage is crucial or the berries could end up with a fungus, and the tree with root rot.
As a side note:
With all the rain your having, the pond, and pool waters should be diluted to a point that shouldn't affect the Berries, but if they are in the way of the runoff, I'd think 'bout creating some type of diversion, like sand ina sock, and lay them down for protection.
If they are both downstream, just create a barrier on the lawn so the majority of the runoff stops some distance away from them, and drains into the lawn.
I feel your pain, I'm in the same boat.Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
Not sure how close this is to you, but if you in the mood for a break, check this out:
Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties - Tomato & Pepper Plant Sale
Those guys are hardy, I still have a gaggle of those, and Iris that survived our winter of '94... -22°F (-30° C)Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
... eek.. .
Thank You, it is nice to be out and about again.Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
I'm going to Physical Therapy 3x's a week, it's helping, and I hope to be ready to go planting in May.
k
Well, I just replied to you and it disappeared. I will try again when things are working right, wouldn't want to lose it twice.:D
I had trouble with my reply. :(
"Time to visit Wierd Occurences and goings on" :) :eek: :confused: :D :rolleyes:
QUOTE: As a side note:
With all the rain your having, the pond, and pool waters should be diluted to a point that shouldn't affect the Berries, but if they are in the way of the runoff, I'd think 'bout creating some type of diversion, like sand ina sock, and lay them down for protection.
If they are both downstream, just create a barrier on the lawn so the majority of the runoff stops some distance away from them, and drains into the lawn.
As I was saying:rolleyes:, I don't have to worry about about the plants and flooding they are uphill by the house.
But I did find a better way of creating a barrier or diversion instead of sand. When our roof was being cleaned and blasted I didn't want any off the black gunk going into the pool or pond (they are downhill from the house) The man suggested garbage bags and the hose. Just put them where you want them and fill to a certain point with water, twist off and they shape themselves. It worked great and of course easy clean up.:D
Would you mind if I joined in here, when I can?
I was the former secretary as well as president for our local horticulture club. I'm also an avid flower and vegetable gardener.
I haven't done much with my own gardening in the past couple of years. Am looking for some inspiration though...
Thanks!
The more the merrier:D This is my favorite spot on the whole site, I learn so much from KUXJ and it's fun.:)Quote:
Originally Posted by Clough
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Originally Posted by Clough https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/images...s/viewpost.gif
Would you mind if I joined in here, when I can?
I was the former secretary as well as president for our local horticulture club. I'm also an avid flower and vegetable gardener.
I haven't done much with my own gardening in the past couple of years. Am looking for some inspiration though...
Thanks!
Thank you!Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
My inspiration is to grow as much as I can instead of buying, plus it tastes better.Quote:
Originally Posted by Clough
I also love fresh flowers in the house, I have several small vases everywhere, that I love to just put small cut flowers in. flowers are expensive to buy:eek:
Plus I love being outside and can't stand to be idle:cool::rolleyes:
What a novel idea! I filed that idea away in my "Chest o' Tips"Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
Sure Clough! But You'll haveta put up with my sidekick eddie chiming in once and a while.Quote:
Originally Posted by Clough
Sounds like you would you have to start from scratch. Any particular way you'd like to go?
What's that eddie?.....No, you're not getting another passenger, your locked in for this flight.
JD your so nice, you make a guy blush :o .Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
Fun's what we're all 'bout Clough. People, plants, and animals intertwining in their journey on this big blue marble we call "Earth".
K
I'm trying to get inspired again.
There was one year that I started over 1,200 seedlings of vegetables and flowers.
I do have pictures of doing that. But, I would need to find them...
I gave most of them away as gifts to people.
Again, I'm trying to get inspired to do what I used to do.
I need help in being inspired...
Thanks!
Well tomorrow, if it's not raining too hard I will take a picture of my burnt back yard (you already saw it un-burnt in previous pictures) maybe that will inspire you to give me a clue as where to start:) and then as you come up with ideas for me, you will come up with some for yourself:cool:Quote:
Originally Posted by Clough
First, you'll have to decide on what you'd like to use your garden for.
Will it be a place for children or grandchildren to play.
A place to grow fruits, and vegetables for friends, and family.
A place for entertaining friends.
A quiet tranquil place, to relax in, and enjoy a relaxing evening.
Then, what features do you want.
Water
Fire
Cooking
A gazebo to hold small concerts with your quartet friends or even to hold small plays with your theatrical friends.
There's no right or wrong way to tackle a DIY garden design, it's your garden and with a bit of effort you can transform even the smallest garden into a wondrous place to spend the summer days or evenings, and even the rest of the year if the weather allows.
Before you can have inspiration, you must have desire...
(KUXJ... 1951- )
K
I like to call my vegetable garden a "Friendship Garden". I let neighbors and other friends pick what they want out of it.
Thanks!
Oh! I like that and I want to be your neighbor:)Quote:
Originally Posted by Clough
I have heard of those, but I don't know of anyone around here doing such.
There are some gardeners who scope out prime spaces in peoples yards front yards mostly and make a deal with the owner to plant and tend (they plan on selling their goods) but the property owner gets what ever free veggies they want for lending out the land.:D
They would not make a profit on me, since I tend to pick and can:cool:
If you continually plant the same veggies, make sure you rotate the proper crops to avoid problems and increase yield. You can obtain a simple rotation schedule from our website Welcome to Tippolly Farm
Okay, now we have a theme.Quote:
Originally Posted by Clough
Clough, it would help if you could post some pixs of your backyard, so I could get an idea of the setting, how large of an area you have to work with, and any property restraints you may have with your neighbors.
Do you have all the tools, and equipment from your previous endeavor?
How much are you willing to DIY, compared to hiring a Landscaper?
Presently I'm envisioning a “U” or “V” shape garden, where you, and your visitors would enter from a pergola in one direction, and exit to it from the other, a gathering area if you will; of course with human nature being what it is, this style shouldn't assume to stop anyone from probing the garden at their leisure.
With this style, small arboretums with fruit trees could be alternated with varying sizes of vegetable, and flower plots. The arboretums could also incorporate statuary, bird feeders, and water-baths. With motion-detected or user-activated stationary tour guides describing to your visitors what they are observing.
The bottoms of the “U” or “V” shapes would have a resting area, a gazebo?
And if plumbing, and electric could be run into this area creature comforts would be available as well.
The center of the “U” could have a natural screen of grasses, and grapes, as could the open areas of the “V”.
As you can see there are many possibilities, and I have added more inspirational links at the bottom of this post. Now all you need is the desire.
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Hi! JD, you may be laboring under a slight mis-conception.Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
The garden type you describe would be better classed as “communal”.
In the strictest sense “friendship or international gardens” are more of an “arboretum” type.
Clough is trying to form a variation of a theme.
See:
Some international versions:
friendshipgardens.org
Here are several versions of friendship gardens near Clough:
City of Rock Island, Illinois - Park Information - Longview Park
John Deere Attractions - Welcome to the Deere-Wiman House - About the House
The Ellwood House
May be a little late now, but still a nice garden. Do you like chocolate Clough? :
Quad City Botanical Center
A list of gardens in Illinois:
Illinois Gardens
A list of gardens in California:
List of botanical gardens in the United States - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
And finally, but not least:
Friendship Garden site:youtube.com - Google Search
There's even tips on Koi JD!
K
It's still raining here:( If I don't see some sunshine soon, I will go mad:eek: or MORE mad:eek::eek:
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Originally Posted by Clough https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/images...s/viewpost.gif
I like to call my vegetable garden a "Friendship Garden". I let neighbors and other friends pick what they want out of it.
Thanks!
I really like the idea about the property owner getting what they want! Excellent idea!Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
It's still snowing here, and I've been trapped in the home where I'm house and dog sitting!Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
JD, that storm that hit your area 'bout last Tuesday just left here, also left 2.11 inches of rain.Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
We're under a flood warning:
FROM THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE:
THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE SUSQUEHANNA RIVER AT HARRISBURG.
- FROM THIS EVENING TO LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT...OR UNTIL THE WARNING IS CANCELED.
- AT 4 AM TUESDAY THE STAGE WAS 10.4 FEET AND RISING.
- FLOOD STAGE IS 17.0 FEET.
- MINOR FLOODING IS FORECAST.
- THE RIVER IS FORECAST TO RISE ABOVE FLOOD STAGE BY TONIGHT AND CONTINUE RISING TO NEAR 18.1 FEET DURING THE MID MORNING HOURS ON WEDNESDAY. THE RIVER WILL FALL BELOW FLOOD STAGE WEDNESDAY EVENING.
- AT 19.0 FEET...A NUMBER OF HOMES IN WEST FAIRVIEW... DAUPHIN... AND HARRISBURG FLOOD.
We live 'bout a mile from the river, and only have minor local flooding, but the yard feels like walking on a sponge...
What I have for gardens, aren't really all that fancy. But, I do have a number of small gardens.Quote:
Originally Posted by KUXJ
Really need to get inspired again about those things.
I can't get into the computer right now, where I have a bunch of images. I'll try to find the cd's where they are - but that will definitely be a task!
Thanks for posting the links! I've been to many activities at the Botanical Center in Rock Island.
I'll answer your other questions at a latter time. Need to go try to generate some income now...
If you are talking about Vegetables and Herbs, you might want to visit our Website at www.tippolly.com where you can view how to build a raised bed to prevent moles, how to grow seeds indoors, etc.
Tippolly Farm
I appreciate your input, but you need to make it a little more personal, because after all we are 'people'.:rolleyes: I could be wrong, but I don't think any one was talking about Moles.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tippolly Farm
If you would like to help, I think you need to say something and then reference your web site. We are all very capable of finding a website.
If you are truly interested in this topic, I would like to know how to successfully grow Dill, to the point where I can harvest it for my pickled Asparagus:confused::D;)
Dill prefers slighty moist, rich and loose soil. Sow seeds 1 week after the last spring frost. It prefers a pH of between 5.5 and 6.5. Spacing of plants should be between 10" - 15", and it will grow to a height of24" - 36", so plant it so it doesn't shade other plants that require a lot of sun. Dill itself likes lots of sunshine. You can use the frest leaves, dry the seeds or dry the leaves on cheesecloth. Plant it near squash as it tends to deter squash bugs.Quote:
Originally Posted by Just Dahlia
Mine tend to grow and die very quickly and never get the large buds/flowers? At the top, maybe I'm planting too late in the season and it gets too hot. I believe I am in zone 9.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tippolly Farm
I'll try what you suggested and plant in about 3 or 4 weeks.
Thanks!:)
JD, check this out:
gardening.about.com/Herbs, A to Z Growing Tips for Specific Herb Plants
Scroll down to the first Dill listing, then down to Growing Tips: Soil:
But, with your garden I wouldn't think compaction would be a problem...Quote:
It does have a tap root, so compacted soil could be a problem.
Just a thought
K
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OK I bought all this... now what:confused: Just kidding:)
I cleaned up a lot of the upper garden today (60 degrees) and cut back some stuff. Managed to get the back yard roses cut back, I don't think 'Nancy Reagan' is doing too good:( but Ronnie is looking great:)
Filled up my green waste, but I will over-fill it on Sunday, because I need to do the front roses and I might even do the neighbors, if they aren't looking:rolleyes:
Noticed my Irises that I never got around to separating, I think they know that I thought about them a lot, so they might be kind to me.
KUXJ, I'm sorry my rain went your way:(
Don't forget to rotate your crops (especially tomato plants) to help prevent disease and increase production. We have a simple rotation chart on our Tipp Tools page that you can download for free: http://www.tippolly.com/tipptools.html
Yes, I have been scoping out new areas for everything. I don't have a lot of room, so I might move some into the front yard.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tippolly Farm
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