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Helpful and harmful insects ...................................................................................2 Color a new home décor with a fresh coat of paint.....................................................3 The benefits of backyard koi ponds .........................................................................4 Roofing materials transform the look and functionality of a home ...............................5 Composite decking can be a smart choice ................................................................6 Add value to your home by making your outdoor living spaces more useful all year ......7 Tips for novice composters ......................................................................................7 A smart move ........................................................................................................8 Steps to a more organized, functional garage ............................................................8 Water feature design and maintenance ....................................................................9 Remedy landscape drainage problems ..................................................................10 How to keep animals out of your garden ................................................................11 Burn those calories ..............................................................................................12 Help plants survive sizzling summer heat ...............................................................13 6 easy spring cleaning projects .............................................................................13 Stamped concrete................................................................................................14

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(MS) Although it’s virtually impossible to count them, insects are the most diverse group of organisms on the planet. Nine hundred thousand different kinds of insects are known to exist. At any given time, it is estimated that there are around 10 quintillion individual insects living.

Gardeners grow frustrated when seeing their gardens infested with insects. In an effort to restore their gardens, homeowners might be tempted to eradicate any bug that moves in their yards. But gardeners would be wise to first learn which insects are hurting their gardens and which can actually help gardens in the long run.

Butterflies and other helpful insects, such as bees, pollinate flowers and can keep dangerous pests at bay in the garden.

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(MS) Today’s paint products offer homeowners the flexibility to easily change the look and ‘feel’ of a room - or a houseful of rooms, including walls, cabinets, furniture, accessories and trim items - by changing the color of a painted surface or adding paint to achieve a decorative effect.

Woodcraft has all the paints and related accessories and supplies to ‘recolor’ your home. Woodcraft introduced Black Dog Salvage Furniture Paint to its line of fine finishes in spring of 2016, giving customers a product developed specifically for use with furniture that is custom-built in the Black Dog Salvage shop, as well as accessories that might once have been part of an historic structure. Using Black Dog, a pure black, and Clean Canvas, a pure white, homeowners can create an unlimited number of shades that can be mixed using 13 additional colors with

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The water-based ultra matte chalky finish interior paint is easy to use, self-leveling and low-VOC, and it covers in one coat. It can be used on finished and unfinished surfaces like furniture, woodwork, metal, glass and more and does not require priming. The companion Black Dog Salvage Guard Dog Topcoat Paint Protector is tough enough for floors and can be used for all types of indoor projects, such as cabinets, countertops, furniture, and decorative items.

Additional paint options General Finishes Milk Paint is a high-tech, water-based acrylic paint for interior and exterior use that is available in more than two dozen colors, ranging from Dark Chocolate to Tuscan Red. It is easy to apply, durable and simple to repair and can be mixed to create new colors or combined with General Finishes

water-based glazes and stains to create custom paints and decorative effects such as distressing, antiquing and color washing.

Rust-Oleum¨ Chalked Paint is a water-based, ultramatte finish for interior applications that can be used alone as a simple covering paint or to achieve decorative effects such as distressing or dry brushing to give any project a one-of-a-kind look with a vintage feel. It applies easily with brush or roller; spraying is not recommended.

If using an interior paint for exterior projects such as doors, shutters, or porches, an exterior topcoat will need to be added for protection from the elements.

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(MS) Koi ponds can make for beautiful additions to landscaped backyards or home gardens. While many people are drawn to koi ponds because of their aesthetic appeal, there are many additional reasons for homeowners to consider installing koi ponds in their backyards.

Ponds and water gardens can transform yards rather quicky. Ponds can add appeal to otherwise mundane yards and provide eye-catching, reaxing spots to sit and enjoy the scenery.

Koi ponds have recently fallen into a favor with homeowners in North America, but these popular water features date back several centuries to Asia. Centuries ago, Chinese

rice farmers began keeping carp in their rice paddies, and that practice eventually caught on in Japan. The fish started to breed and form slight color variations. Koi, often referred to as ‘Nishikigoi,’ are actually descendants of the common carp, though the koi of today are more brightly hued and ornamental fish than carp.

Koi can become a lowmaintenance family pet.

These fish tend to grow accustomed to having people around, and will often interact with visitors at the surface of the water. It’s not unusual to have koi beg for food or take food from a person’s hand. They also may tolerate some light handling.

Another benefit of koi ponds is that they create a miniature ecosystem within the yard. When stocked with aquatic plants and other fish that can help keep mosquito larvae and other parasites at bay, they can sustain themselves quite nicely. Ponds also can attract birds and beneficial insects, such as butterflies and dragonflies. By implementing straight vertical walls on the perimeter of the pond and setting up some natural barriers, homeowners can avoid unwanted predators from disturbing their koi ponds.

Koi ponds also provide some psychological benefits.

The sound of the water can be soothing and relaxing. Sitting

by the pond may help alleviate stress, as unwinding next to a pond and watching the fish swim by can help individuals decompress.

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koi ponds may also benefit socially from these eyecatching additions to their landscapes.

Homeowners may connect with others who share their passion for koi and

water features. This opens up the opportunity to share the landscape and pond with others, building new friends and relationships in the process.

Grasshoppers: Certain grasshoppers, like the redlegged grasshopper, can decimate food crops and transfer parasites to birds when eaten as prey.

Caterpillars: Many caterpillars, the precursor to adult moths, will feed constantly on leaves, stems and other parts of plants. The tobacco hornworm moth caterpillar can damage potato and tomato plants.

worms, slugs and snails during the larval stage. Fireflies add drama to evening gardens with their twinkling lights.

Garden spiders: Although some spiders can be venomous, many are quite handy to have around the garden. They’ll help control pest populations that can damage plants and crops.

Dragonflies: These arial artists that zip around the yard are consuming smaller insects that would otherwise pester plants and humans.

Blue-winged wasp: This wasp attacks the larvae of Japanese beetles, helping to control beetle populations.

Bees and butterflies: Butterflies and bees are some of the best pollinators out there, and each can add whimsy to gardens.

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Bald-faced hornet: Hornets tend to be an aggressive species that can sting repeatedly. Should you find a nest near an entertaining space or garden, it can cause trouble.

Carpenter ants: These ants will burrow into wood causing damage. They may compromise any wooden structure in and around a home.

Locusts: Various species of locust can damage plants and crops due to their voracious appetites.

Treehoppers: These small, green insects mimic the look of leaves, and their appetites can affect crops and gardens.

Red pavement ant: As they feed on all manner of human food, these ants can quickly overtake areas with their staggering numbers and deliver painful bites.

HELPFUL Plants depend on insects to transfer pollen as they forage, and many insects are quite beneficial to have around. While some pollinate, others are predators of other pests.

Antlion: A foe of ants, they’ll help eat and control ant populations and pollinate flowers. They pose no threat to humans, either.

Big dipper firefly: These colorful insects feast on earth-

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Roofing materials transform the look and functionality of a home (MS) When renovating a home, homeowners may not give ample thought to the roof unless there is a leak or another sign of damage. It’s easy to forget about the roof when materials are working properly. Some people put off replacing or repairing a roof simply because of the costs of such undertakings. However, the right roof can improve the appearance of a home and provide protection against the elements, potentially preventing damage to a home’s interior as well.

Roofing materials have evolved over the years, but the most common type of roofing material is the asphalt shingle.

These shingles are a relatively modern invention, with the first ‘asphalt prepared roofing’ serving as a forerunner to asphalt shingles, appearing in the late 1800s.

Roofing materials will need to meet a particular area’s fire codes and must be able to withstand any extreme weather conditions common to the geographic region where the home is located. Certain roofing materials may be heavier than others and may require special framing. Work with an experienced roofing contractor to learn more about your available options and to shed

light on any special installation or maintenance issues to consider before construction begins.

The following are just some of the roofing materials homeowners may want to consider.

ASPHALT SHINGLES The most popular roofing material, asphalt shingles are guaranteed for 20 to 30 years, which helps solidify this choice as a smart-value product. For some homeowners, a downside to shingles is that, because they are so popular, they’re seen everywhere. So those homeowners looking to make a unique statement with their roofing materials may want to choose a different option.

HGTV. Clay or concrete tiles are very durable and quite heavy, so they must be installed by a professional.

These tiles can make Mediterranean-, Spanish- or missionstyle houses stand out even more. Their long-lasting nature can help offset the price tag.

METAL Metal roofs are usually made from fully recyclable steel, aluminum or alloy, making them an eco-friendly choice. Metal roofs also reflect the sun’s rays and can be an energy-efficient option in hot climates.

SLATE One of the longestlasting materials available in roofing products, slate is fireproof and comes in various natural colors and shapes.

Once installed, slate requires very little maintenance. However, slate can be cost-prohibitive because its delicacy and weight requires extra roofing support and professional installation.

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(MS) Decks add character and functionality to a home, increasing outdoor entertaining space and oftentimes improving the resale value of a home. Homeowners have various options when choosing decking materials, but one such option, composite decking, is growing in popularity.

Decks used to primarily be made from pressuretreated lumber. While lumber remains a popular material, more and more homeowners are opting for composite decking products. As anyone who has pressure-washed, stained and sealed wood decks can attest, such spaces require lots of upkeep to look new year after year. Composite decks require much less maintenance, making them highly attractive to homeowners who would rather spend time using their decks instead of maintaining them.

Composite decking is any type of decking material that is formulated from different recycled materials. The majority of these materials include hard plastic and wood

shavings of pulp. Unlike wood, which can fade, crack and rot, composite decking, which has been available for roughly a decade, does not degrade quickly and requires very little upkeep.

Available in a variety of wood colors to match outdoor decor, composite decks also can feature artificial wood grains to make them look similar to wood planks. Although composite decks are not completely impervious to the elements, with some occasional washing to impede mold growth and new technology that has improved stain-resistance, many of the pitfalls of other materials can be avoided with composite decks.

Composite decking fits in with eco-friendly lifestyles.

The planks are made from recycled materials that would normally end up in landfills.

Products from Trex, a popular composite decking manufacturer, are made from 1.5 million shopping bags and wood mill waste. As composite decks do not rot away and are long-lasting, they

will not need to be replaced frequently, which is another eco-friendly benefit.

When comparing composite decking brands, look mainly at the colors, materials used in the composition and the fastening systems.

Many are fastened with regular deck screws, offers This Old House. The newer systems have channels for hidden fastening, and the composite deck tiles snap into place.

Composite decks do have a few drawbacks. They can be expensive - nearly double the initial cost of wood decks.

And although they don’t rot, composite planks can scratch. Without refinishing, damaged boards will need to be replaced. Harsh chemicals may fade color and damage the composite materials, so caution is needed.

Composite decking remains an in-demand choice for outdoor spaces. Lowmaintenance and long-lasting, these decks have quickly become favorites among homeowners.

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You can add value to your home in more ways than one by enhancing your outdoor living space. A dedicated outdoor living space with the right features keeps you outside longer into the night, earlier in the spring and later into the cooler seasons. A fire pit surrounded by a patio or a grill island will give you a taste of summer all year long.

Enhancing the enjoyment factor is key, but you’ll also find that outdoor living improvements add real value.

Real estate experts estimate that for every dollar you invest in landscaping projects, you could see from 5 percent to 20 percent return on investment when you sell your home, depending on the scope of the work.

Do-it-yourselfers will find that easy-to-install, maintenance-free interlocking concrete pavers and segmental retaining wall systems are budget-friendly for patios, walkways, courtyards, raised gardens, fire features and retaining or seat wall projects.

Or choose from complete outdoor living kits with everything you need for fireplaces, fire pits, grill islands, outdoor kitchens and more.

One of the most popular additions to an outdoor liv-

ing space, according to the American Society of Landscape Architects Residential Landscape Trends survey, is a fire feature such as a fireplace or fire pit. An outdoor fire feature will take a chill out of a spring, summer or fall evening and is a useful and beautiful addition to any outdoor space. With numerous all-inone kits available, it’s easy for do-it-yourselfers.

A dedicated, convenient space for the grill allows you to grill in any season. A complete outdoor kitchen is even better. Grill islands, bar-grill and large corner kitchen kits feature everything you need to create the outdoor cooking space of your dreams.

In addition to holding back soil, concrete segmental retaining wall (SRW) units can be used to create outdoor hardscape features such as seating, columns and planters. With versatile SRWs, you can create stairs, retaining walls, freestanding walls, couches, tiered walls, planters and columns with multi-angled corners and curves due to the versatility of SRWs. Create inside and outside curves of differing radiuses for a seat wall around a fire pit or a windbreak around a patio.

It’s a good idea to include lighting for safety and aesthetics in your landscaping.

Low-voltage LED up-lights along walls and structures and downlights along pathways and walkways are popular. Lighting can be installed within retaining walls, under capstones and among paving stone pathways and patios.

Even a simple string of lights around a patio or deck railing adds a warm ambience to evenings and cool nights.

Paver patios set the scene for perfect outdoor living spaces. Interlocking concrete pavers are available in a variety of shapes, textures and colors that will work with any landscape and home, from classic to contemporary. Pavers also are available as permeable paving stones, which allow stormwater to naturally infiltrate back into the ground where it lands and offer a solution when there are impervious surface limits in a municipality.

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(MS) The United States Environmental Protection Agency notes that food scraps and yard waste account for between 20 and 30 percent of what we throw away. But thanks to composting, such waste can be put to work rather than discarded.

Compost is organic material that helps plants grow when added to soil. Benefitting the planet in myriad ways, compost enriches the soil by helping it retain moisture.

The EPA notes that composting also reduces the need for chemical fertilizers while also suppressing plant diseases and pests. In addition, when homeowners compost, they inadvertently reduce

methane emissions from landfills, thereby lowering their carbon footprints.

Homeowners who do not know how to compost can consider the following tips as they start compost piles on their properties.

• C oose an accessi le spot on your property. When looking for a spot on your property for your compost bin, choose a location that’s easily accessible. The less accessible the bin is, the less likely you are to stick with composting over the longterm. The EPA also recommends placing a compost bin or pile in a dry, shady spot near a water source.

• t e appropriate

materials. Animal waste, cooked foods, diseased plants, and fresh weeds from perennial plants should not be added to a compost pile.

The EPA recommends moistening dry materials as they’re added and adding brown and green materials as they are collected. Examples of green waste include grass clippings, weeds from annual plants and plant trimmings. Brown materials include dead leaves and shredded cardboard.

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t r a m s A move (MS) Hiring a landscape architect may be a smart move for homeowners who are planning major overhauls of their properties. ‘The Operational Outlook Handbook’ defines a landscape architect as ‘a person who designs parks, outdoor spaces of campuses, recreational facilities, private homes, and other open areas.’ Landscape architects typically must be

licensed and many hold degrees in landscape architecture from accredited schools.

Architects who work on residential spaces often work with homeowners to design gardens, plantings, stormwater management, and pools.

Landscape architects design spaces to do more than merely look good. Designs also are about functionality and meeting the needs of the

homeowner. Outdoor spaces are designed after considering what the homeowner wants to experience and how homeowners want to use a given space. Landscape architects often do not plant and maintain these spaces.

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Steps to a more organized, functional garage (MS) Organization can help homeowners transform their homes into less cramped, more spacious oases without forcing them to finance potentially expensive expansion projects.

Homeowners who park in their driveways may find that their garages have become crowded, cluttered spaces in which searching for tools can feel like scouring a haystack in search of a needle. Organizing a garage can create extra room in a home while affording homeowners the chance to protect their vehicles from the elements.

Homeowners who want to turn their garages into something more than cluttered storage units can employ the following strategies to transform these largely overlooked areas into more valuable spaces.

• C oose t e rig t ay.

Garages tend to be separate from the rest of the homes they’re a part of, meaning the only way to organize a garage is to first remove all items from the garage and into the driveway. Because items removed from the garage will be exposed to the elements, homeowners should choose a day that’s temperate and sunny to clean their garages.

If possible, homeowners should opt to organize their garages in late spring, summer or early fall when there are additional hours of day-

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Organized garages that are free of clutter can serve as valuable work spaces for handy homeowners. light. This protects homeowners from having to work in the dark should the job take longer than they initially anticipated.

• Discar or onate uplicate items. Duplicate items are some of the main culprits behind cluttered garages. As garages gradually become more cluttered, homeowners may buy tools they already have simply because they cannot find their original tools. When organizing the garage, create separate piles for duplicate tools, placing still-useful items in a pile that can be donated to neighbors, local charities or organizations and another pile for old tools that are no longer useful.

• Host a garage sale.

Homeowners who want to organize their garages and make a buck at the same time

can host garage sales. Make only those items that are still functional available for purchase, and let neighbors and bargain hunters do the bulk of your organization work for you.

• Designate areas o the garage for certain items.

Once the items that won’t be going back into the garage have been sold, donated or discarded, organize the garage by designating areas for certain items, making sure to separate items that can pose safety risks. For example, store kids’ bicycles and outdoor toys in a corner of the garage that is opposite the corner where potentially dangerous items such as

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SPRING HOME & GARDEN conditions in the water can cause problems. According to the experts at This Old House, which offers ideas and advice for old house enthusiasts, algae can be the root of all evil in garden features.

Controlling nutrients, which may involve watching the levels of nitrogen compounds and phosphorous, will help control the algae.

Avoid locating the water feature where lawn and garden runoff will find its way into the water. Filtration and

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WINTER PREPARATION When colder weather arrives, homeowners must decide if they want to keep the water feature running or

shut it down. Many experts say smaller ponds should be drained, cleaned and left empty until spring. This is also a time to cut back the dead plant material and remove any tropicals from the water. Remove pumps and drain water feature lines so they can overwinter without freezing.

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design and maintenance (MS) Homeowners can employ many different design techniques to create one-ofa-kind properties. Adding a water feature to a landscape is one such technique.

Water gardens, koi ponds or fountains have been home landscaping trends for the past several years. Although water features can add an element of relaxation to landscapes, such features require maintenance to keep them attractive and running properly.

ponds and may be safer options for parents of young children. Streams and waterfalls also are popular and can make use of natural variations in property grading. Fountains can be freestanding structures or a component of a pond or another body of water.

Recognize that the location of the water feature can impact its maintenance. For example, a fountain or pond located directly under deciduous trees will require more frequent cleaning to remove leaf and tree debris. Ponds that receive direct sunlight may have more pronounced algae growth. Homeowners should work with a skilled water garden expert in planning the feature’s design and location with safety and upkeep in mind.

prevent stagnation and proliferation of mosquito and other insect larvae. That requires a pump to push the water around. According to Grounds Maintenance, a green industry professionals resource, the pump should be securely situated on level ground so that vibrations will not cause the pump to move around and eventually loosen fittings.

Even pumps protected by an intake filter or screen can become clogged with debris. It’s necessary to routinely inspect the screen and the pump filter and remove any obstructions. Otherwise, the pump motor can overheat and malfunction. Keep in mind that debris also may include animal life, such as frogs, snakes, turtles Ñ anything that may be drawn to the water feature.

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landscape drainage problems Homeowners who must wear rain boots to traverse their lawns could benefit from a drainage overhaul.

(MS) Homeowners understand that reaping the rewards of beautiful lawns and gardens requires hard work.

But sometimes even hard work won’t be enough to prevent problems in a lawn or garden.

Drought can be very harmful to lawns and gardens, but so, too, can excessive amounts of water and precipitation. Soggy properties can make it difficult for lawns and gardens to thrive.

According to Lowes, in addition to killing lawn and other plants, standing water on a

property can be a health hazard. ThatÕs because standing water makes a prime breeding ground for mosquito larvae and other pests.

While homeowners cannot control precipitation, they can affect the impact that rainwater has on their properties.

REPLACE/REPAIR DOWNSPOUTS Gutters and downspouts are designed to move rainwater away from the home.

Too often, however, gutters and downspouts become clogged or do not work ef-

fectively. Overflowing gutters will transfer rainwater down the side of a home, where it can puddle at the foundation.

This water can ultimately suffocate a lawn, and it may cause interior damage to the home as well.

First, inspect and clean all gutters. Leaves, nests, sticks, and even dead animals can block the flow of water in a gutter. Test downspouts by running hose water from the top of the gutter.

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and is backfilled with gravel. Water runs into these channels and gets swept away by the piping. Do-ityourselfers may want to try installing drainage systems themselves. However, because excavation is necessary, it’s often best to have the property inspected and marked for utilities, then have the drainage system installed by professionals.

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(MS) Many gardeners understand the frustration that stems from seeing a garden destroyed by wildlife.

While protecting wildlife is a cause that’s near and dear to many gardening enthusiasts, even the most ardent wildlife supporter does not want to see his or her garden trampled, eaten or adversely affected by animals.

Safeguarding gardens from local wildlife can require some trial and error. Animals may find ways to circumvent gardeners’ initial efforts to protect their gardens, but the following methods might just do the trick the first time around.

• Erect p ysical arriers around gardens. Barriers may not be gardeners’ first choices, as some people feel barriers such as wire cages or mesh coverings make it more difficult to tend to gardens and rob gardens of some of their aesthetic appeal. But coverings and wire cages can effectively prevent wildlife from trampling or eating plants while still allowing the gardens to get adequate sunlight.

Make sure barriers extend to the ground so animals cannot access gardens by entering beneath the barricades.

• ig t intru ers wit odor. Stray cats may mistake gardens for litter boxes and

enter them to relieve themselves. Preventing such intrusions can be as simple as placing items around the garden to reduce the likelihood that gardens will be mistaken for litter boxes. Peels from oranges and lemons or coffee grounds can be placed in the garden and can emit odors strong enough to deter cats.

• Install motion etecting lights around gardens.

Motion detection technology might be enough to deter nocturnal wildlife from trampling or eating gardens.

Animals might be spooked and run away when lights suddenly turn on. A similar approach can be taken using

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Container gardens can deter pests from trampling and eating plants. noise instead of lights. Gardeners who hope to avoid erecting barriers around their gardens can put up posts instead, attaching aluminum cans or wind chimes to the posts that will make noise when animals come near.

Much like light, noise can be enough to deter animals.

• Consi er raise gar en beds. When small critters,

such as moles, are the main problem, then raised garden beds with wood or plastic bottoms and sides can be enough to safeguard gardens.

Raised garden beds might not be accessible to small critters, though such beds likely won’t deter larger animals from getting into gardens that are not barricaded.

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TIPS If you think that the only way to exercise and burn calories involves gym e uipment t ink again. ar work can e ust as c allenging as a thorough aerobics workout at a nearby fitness club. To reap the greatest benefits, gardeners s oul use as little motori e mac inery as possi le.

anual tools will get you moving an can urn a su stantial amount o calories.

Try to vary positions and alternate which hands you use to reduce strain and get an even workout. itness e perts say t at gar ening can improve strength, increase endurance and assist with flex-

i ility. ccor ing to a report in t e pu lication The Telegraph, clearing a pond or wee ing can urn some calories in an our. orty- ve minutes wort o gar ening can urn as many calories as minutes o aero ics.

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Help plants survive sizzling (MS) Many people consider summer the most enjoyable time of year, as the summer sun and warm breezes make the season perfect for rest and relaxation. But the months of June, July and August, which are often characterized by rising temperatures and stifling humidity, can be tough to endure as well.

When summer heat becomes especially uncomfortable, humans can simply head indoors and beat the heat in air conditioned buildings and homes. Plant life is not so lucky, and homeowners may need to take steps to help the plant life on their properties survive the summer heat.

• onitor soil moisture. Soil moisture, or a lack thereof, can help homeowners determine if their plants are struggling to survive the heat. To check soil moisture levels, use a ruler or even your finger, sticking either two inches into the ground where you suspect the soil is drying out. If the soil is damp two inches below the surface, then your plants are likely retaining enough moisture to withstand the heat. If the soil is dry two inches below, then you may want to give the soil a deep soak.

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mer, when soil can quickly dry out. When applied correctly (ideally before summer temperatures get too hot), mulch helps the soil conserve moisture and prevents weed growth. Weeds can rob soil of the water it needs to promote strong root systems, which can help plants get the nutrients they need to withstand summer heat. Mulched soils also do not experience the fluctuations in temperature that non-mulched soils can experience during summer heat waves, helping plants to grow evenly.

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