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How to take care of your trees Pick the right time to prune Submitted

Lawns and gardens tend to draw the bulk of homeowners’ attention come spring and summer. But it’s important that property owners tend to the trees that dot their property as well.

The types of trees homeowners have on their property may influence when it’s time to trim and prune the trees. Homeowners concerned about tree maintenance should speak with local landscaping professionals and tree services about caring for the trees on their specific properties, but there are a few tricks to pruning trees that homeowners should keep in mind when dusting off their gardening tools.

• Prune at the right time. The Arbor Day Foundation notes that pruning during dormancy (i.e., winter) is the most common practice. Pruning in late winter, after the season’s coldest temperatures have passed, can lead to impressive and healthy growth in the spring. The ADF advises that some trees, including maple and birches, may bleed sap during pruning. But this is normal and should cease as the tree starts to bloom. Novice landscapers should confirm with landscaping professionals about the best time to prune trees on their properties to ensure they are not inadvertently harming the trees or making them more vulnerable

to fungus.

• Use appropriate tools. When removing branches, use sharp tools to minimize damage to the bark. The ADF notes that young trees are best pruned with one-

hand pruning shears with curved blades.

For trees with high branches, use a pole pruner or hire a professional tree service.

Novices should avoid anything too risky when pruning their trees, leaving the

more difficult jobs to the professionals.

• Follow the rules of pruning. When pruning trees, the ADF advises homeowners follow the one-third and a quarter rules of pruning. In adherence to these rules, no more than a quarter of a tree’s crown is removed in a single season, and main side branches are at least one-third smaller than the diameter of the trunk.

When trimming deciduous trees, homeowners should never prune up from the bottom more than one-third of the tree’s total height. Finally, where possible, homeowners should aim for side branches that form angles that are one-third off vertical to form 10 o’clock or 2 o’clock angles with the trunk.

• Water correctly. Like lawns and gardens, trees need water to thrive. Insufficient watering can make it hard for trees to thrive in summer, but overwatering can be harmful, too. The ADF suggests that watering each tree for 30 seconds with a steady stream of water from a garden hose equipped with a diffuser nozzle should be sufficient. Newly planted trees may need more help as they try to establish deep root systems, so consider laying mulch around newly planted trees.

Mulch helps the soil retain moisture and form deeper, stronger root systems.

Trees maintenance should be a priority as homeowners once again start tending to their lawns and gardens.

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Reap the benefits of a well-insulated home Quality insulation can provide a number of added benefits that contributes to the comfort, safety and efficiency of a home, including:

Scott McGillivray Expert Advice

Many of us know that insulation plays a key role in keeping our homes warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

But did you know the benefits can go well beyond achieving basic R-value requirements?

Sound absorbency — Life is loud, but the right choice of insulation can help reduce noise transfer throughout your home. Insulating between floors and interior walls can help create a peaceful sanctuary in areas of your home, even when life is chaotic.

A safe indoor environment — Good indoor air quality goes a long way toward ensuring personal comfort.

Choosing insulation that is water repellant and resistant to mold, mildew, fungi, bacte-

rial growth and rot can help to prevent common issues behind your walls that may pose serious health and safety concerns and lead to costly repairs. Look to products that will not off-gas or emit harmful VOCs (volatile organic compounds).

Savings — A properly insulated building will be more energy efficient, a benefit that will continue to provide return on investment long after the insulation install is complete.

The result is reduced heating and cooling costs, less stress on your furnace and air conditioner (potentially leading to a longer equipment lifespan) and, at the end of day, more money in your pocket.

Fire-resistance — Certain insulations, particularly stone wool insulation products such as Roxul Comfortbatt and Safe ‘n’ Sound, can help buy valuable minutes in the event of a fire, withstanding temperatures of up to 1,177˚C. Non-combustible, this insulation exceeds the limits of most other insulating materials, and it won’t produce smoke or encourage the spread of flames.

Performance — It’s important to remember that not all insulations are created equal. Some insulations can sag or contract over time, leaving gaps that can let outdoor air in and conditioned air out. Choosing insulation that is dimensionally stable, durable and that offers long-term

thermal performance will ensure your home can stand up in even the most challenging conditions. Stone wool products are proven to perform in even the most extreme conditions, making them ideal for use in the United States.

Ultimately, you can purchase insulation as many do, based on basic R-values. But when it comes to quality, comfort, safety and efficiency, is basic really the best choice?

Quality counts when it comes to all building materials. Always look for products that will deliver benefits well beyond the status quo.

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It’s unfortunate that these lovely creatures don’t understand the amount of hard work we put into our gardens and flower beds and they nonchalantly nibble away to their hearts content. We can’t always be on point to shoo them away with our busy family and work lives, so our best defense is to take preventative measures before they begin their spring invasion.

Things to think about when you’re getting ready for Spring: Plant prickly foliage at entrances or near the plants you are trying to protect to deter deer from even entering into your outdoor living space, like cleome and fuzzy lamb’s ear.

Plant deer-favouring plants closest to your house or other outbuildings. You can keep a closer eye on them and they might be a little more weary and keep their fawn’s away.

Plant privacy producing shrubs such as Boxwood. If they don’t see it in the first place, it has a better chance of not being their next meal.

Plant strong smelling herbs such as lavender, mint, garlic or chives.

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Reminiscent of catching fireflies in a jar on a summer’s eve, our outdoor chandelier sets the perfect atmosphere for an enchanted evening.

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Repeat step four all around the jar.

Move down to create another row, repeating step 4 all around the jar.

Repeat step 6 to the bottom of the jar.

At the bottom, tie ends with a square knot and then cut one string off on all four sections.

Pull the remaining four ropes to the bottom of the jar, and tie together in the centre.

Trim loose ends.

Place the battery pack on the bottom of the jar and distribute the string of lights. A mini adhesive clip on the jar lid will help keep the lights evenly distributed and prevent the lights from falling to the bottom.

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In less than a weekend, you can paint your exterior furniture in any of our thousands of colours to create an updated, fresh new look.

Painting outdoor furniture pieces is an easy, fast way to transform and update the look of your deck or yard. Just follow these simple steps to achieve the best results.

Surface Preparation The first step in painting outdoor furniture is to make certain that the wood is absolutely dry and free of mould and mildew.

Be sure to check the undersides, too.

If the old surface has mould or mildew, you can properly prepare the surface by using our premium cleaner with mildewcide, Benjamin Moore Clean (318). For mild cases, you can mix up your own so-

lution using one part of household bleach to three parts water. (It’s best to do this outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.) Be sure to completely rinse the furniture and allow it to completely dry before applying paint or stain.

If the weather is cold, move the furniture indoors to dry; in milder weather, it’s enough to place the furniture in a garage, carport, or other shelter from the rain.

Don’t cover the furniture with plastic or a tarp, as that will not allow enough air circulation for thorough drying.

Sanding The next step is to sand the surfaces to be painted. If the old finish is in fairly good condition, it’s enough to just roughen the surface. Start with coarse-grade sandpaper, working with the grain. If you have an orbital hand sander, that is the perfect tool

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If the old finish is in bad condition, you may choose to remove all the old finish down to the bare wood. This can be accomplished with a quality wood stain remover such as Benjamin Moore Remove (315).

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If you’ve primed the surface, one coat of stain will be enough. If you skipped the primer, you may want to apply a second coat. Let the furniture dry in a clean, dustfree, well-ventilated area. Don’t leave it outside to dry, as wind and air will deposit dust and particles onto the wet surface.

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• Go plant shopping. Research from NASA suggests adding at least one plant in your home per 100 square feet is efficient enough to clean air. Fresh foliage also makes a home feel warm and inviting. Watering and misting plants introduces moisture into indoor air, which can make rooms overcome with dry air from heating systems feel comfortable. Just be sure to avoid overwatering plants, which can lead to mold growth.

• Swap out throw pillows. Accent pillows on beds and sofas are quick and inexpensive ways to add new bursts of color to rooms. You may be able to make over a room’s entire color scheme with new pillows. Invest in pillows that you can switch with each season so your decor will never look tired or dull.

• Clean existing light fixtures. Another way to brighten the mood in a home is to periodically clean light fixtures to make sure they are working effectively.

Spend time dusting them and cleaning off any accumulated debris. If need be, switch out old lamp shades for newer ones that let more light shine through.

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• Give rugs and floors a deep cleaning. Recirculated air may be full of dust and other microscopic particles that end up blowing throughout your home. Also, it’s easy to track in dirt and other materials on your shoes that become imbedded in carpeting. At least once a year, rent or enlist the surfaces of carpet and upholstery cleaners to give floors a thorough cleaning. You may be surprised at how clean and fresh a home looks and smells once rugs and carpets are deep-cleaned. You also can make a dry carpet cleaner using baking soda, corn starch and desired fresh herbs for fragrance. Sprinkle and then vacuum up after a few hours.

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Lightweight draperies or new blinds or shades can transform the look of a room. Be sure to keep curtains and blinds open during the day to maximize the hours of sunlight.

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Nothing is more disappointing than trying to grill that perfect steak when your barbecue just won’t heat up and cook the way it used to.

To avoid this, the grilling experts at Broil King offer some helpful tips to get your gas barbecue ready for the season ahead.

Give your grill a good cleaning Begin by removing the cooking grids, grates and burners from your grill.

Brush the inside of the oven with a sturdy bristle brush to remove the buildup of grease. Using a grill cleaner, scrub the inside and outside of the oven and then rinse with water.

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on your grill since it is corrosive and can damage the other components.

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slowly and watch for bubbles to form, which indicates that there is a leak.

Try tightening the connections and retest. If persistent leaking or blistering is detected, stop using your grill and replace the gas assembly.

Inspect your burners Carefully inspect your burners, making sure there are no damaged ports or holes rusted through. If there are, it’s time for a replacement. Check all igniter connections to ensure they’re not loose and remove any debris from

the components.

and to help prevent rust.

Beware of spiders It’s very important to keep the burner tubes clean. Spiders love to make a nest in these tubes, creating blockages that can cause serious damage. Clean the tubes using a venturi brush or bottle brush.

Maintainance Finally, check the condition of your control knobs, thermometer and handles. Replacing small items like this can refresh your gas barbecue and make it look new again.

Taking a bit of time each season to clean and inspect the gas barbecue will prolong its life and will ensure it is reliable for another great barbecue season.

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How and when to fertilize your lawn Submitted

Various components go into creating beautiful, lush lawns. Lawn maintenance involves ensuring lawns have all of the nutrients they need to thrive.

Fertilizer is essential when feeding lawns, but fertilizing a lawn involves more than spreading fertilizer around the yard and hoping for the best. Fertilizing is a process that should be done carefully and timed correctly for optimal results.

According to Scotts, a premier lawn seed and care company, no two lawns are alike and each lawn has different needs. The type of grass and whether a lawn is mostly in the sun or shade may dictate fertilizer requirements.

While many lawns are comprised of several different grasses, a general rule of thumb is that the lawn will need to be fertilized in the spring at the very least.

After that, fertilization schedules should be customized according to grass type, climate and other factors.

Spring is a prime time to fertilize because the lawn is reviving after a long season of cold weather and dormancy.

Come spring, lawns need to be fed to turn green and grow. Soil supplies some of the nutrients grass needs, but many soils lack elements that lawns need to survive the growing season.

Lawn and garden experts say a healthy and actively growing lawn uses a great deal of energy, and fertilizer will provide the boost it requires. Fertilizer helps promote new root and leaf growth, aid in recovery from damage, reduce weeds, and replace nutrients lost to water runoff.

Fertilizing the right way Follow these steps to feed the lawn and help it thrive.

• Identify the type of grass in your lawn and consult with a garden centre to find the right type of fertilizer for your grass. Many grasses are categorized by season and may be referred to as cool season, transitional or warm season grasses.

• Test the soil to check for pH. You want the soil to be as close to neutral as possible so it can readily process the nutrients in the fertilizer.

• Broadcast or rotary spreaders will evenly distribute fertilizer and will not cause striping on the lawn like drop spreaders might. Resist the urge to fertilize by hand, as you may lay an uneven amount of product, producing burns and brown spots.

• Fertilizers come in slow-release, fast-release, and weed and feed formulations. Which fertilizer you use will depend on the type of grass you have and how much time you have to devote to lawn maintenance. Slow-release fertilizers may be preferable because they do not need to be reapplied often.

• Use caution and set the spreader to distribute less product if you are unsure how much to apply. Excessive fertilizer can damage a lawn.

• Water the lawn well after application, and always follow the fertilizer manufacturer’s instructions.

• Keep people and pets off of the lawn for a day or two after application.

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