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Advantages of Pine Needles in your landscape: It provides the best level of acidity for your plants to take in optimum soil nutrients It does not drift and get rid of and breaks down more gradually, so it does not require to be reapplied as frequently as other mulches It is much easier to deal with and lighter per cubic foot than other mulches: one big bale can cover as much location as 30 cubic feet of many mulches the expense per square foot is competitive with other mulches It breathes much better, does not compact, and enables much better water infiltration It is simple to apply: just unroll the bales and scatter by hand It doesn't draw in termites It adds organic material and nutrients to soil and minimizes weeds The uniform color and fine texture of pine straw highlights the color, contrast, and texture of your landscape You can utilize it for disintegration control where yard won't grow to hold soil, even on hillsides and courses

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Shady &Quot;Dead Zone&Quot; In Yard And Dogs Just Dig And Get All Muddy.?
Hi, I Have Two Dogs And A Shady Area Where No Grass Or Plants Can Grow. Last Year I Laid Down Wood Mulch In The Area And The Dogs Just Dug Around And Made It Look Worse Than Before. Plus, The Mulch Faded And Clumped And Only Looked Nice For A Few Months. Is There A Type Of Decorative Rock That I Can Put In This &Quot;Dead Zone&Quot; That'S Still Safe For Dogs To Walk On? I Was Considering River Rock Since It Is Normally Not So Jagged, But I Am Unsure. Any Help You Can Provide Is Appreciated. Thank You.

I have to say - you sure took a chance with putting down wood mulch with the dogs! What would happen if they swallow it? Maybe you should try out the rubber kind of mulch. It's totally not toxic in case they do swallow it and it's rubber so it shouldn't get faded or clumped. Plus, I have to add - it lasts way longer than just a few months! Just a thought... maybe it's an idea for you.

How Can I Grow Lilly Of The Valley? Need Some Pointers Please! :)?
Ok, I Have No Green Thumb Whatsoever!!! I Had A Cactus Once And It Died.......But I Love Lilly Of The Valley And Now I Have A Big Yard In Eastern Nc And I'M Just Curios.......Given That I Find The Seeds And Plant Them, Does It Stand A Chance In This Climate Under My Care? When Is The Best Time To Plant? I Have No Idea What To Do. P.S. Eastern Nc Is Very Hot In The Summer, Very Humid, Most Of The Time It Rains, Winters Are Mild And We Also Have Mosquitoes Size Of A Cow!!!! :)))

Hi there. I live in eastern NC Too. You are very right about the hot summers but we haven't had the rain-we are in a drought and mosquitoes are annoying about dark.

Okay heres a short lesson:

First of all pick your spot to plant. It needs to be partial sun to shade. Mine is more on the line of partial shade to shade but they do bloom. Supposedly they bloom better in the partial sun but then again most people don't have our humidity!

If your ground is hard and clumpy you will need to add some compost, peat moss or potting mix.
You will mix this in with what you have and make sure you have a good consistency.

Put your seeds out and cover about the size of the seed. Cover lightly if that makes more sense.
You can add some mulch, pine straw, etc to keep the seeds protected.

When it gets warmer in the spring, you will need to check on them often. Seedings will be coming up soon. If seedling are too close together you can move them. As they grow a bit, add some fertilizer like osmocote around them. Be sure to keep them watered as they get established and more in the summer while we will bet sweating like crazy!

They will multiply slowly by seed. It is much easier to buy lily of the valley pips in places like walmart and just plant them. Pips will grow and spread much more quickly. When you buy say a package I think you will get like 2 or 4 pips. I'd buy a couple bags to get a good start.

Seeds will be hard to find unless you have friends with them. There is website for seed trading that you may enjoy signing up for. It is free and the people are very friendly. Save seeds from your yard or buy a few packs of seeds and start trading. It is addicting and lots of fun. You could possibly find your seeds here.

I will look up and see if I can find a website selling these. If so, I will be back to let you know

Here are seeds:
http://www.plant-world-seeds.com/store/v...

I Have Chigger Bites? Please Answer!!?
I Dont Know A Lot About Them They Showed Up This Afternoon And I Was In A Place Yesterday And Apparently Got Them Then Just The Bumps Are Showing Today... 1. How Do I Get Rid Of It All Off My Body? 2. I Work Fast Food (Teen) Is It Some Kind Of Harzard To Be Dealing With Food/ Peoples Food While I Have This? Thanks

Okay I live in Texas and have been bit by chiigers numerous times during the summer months. Relax and feel at ease because:

1. Chiggers are just a tiny bug bite you most likely got from walking in high grass or weeds. They are nothing to worry about but can be itchy and painful at times. I would suggest putting alcohol or calamine lotion on them to control the itch. You can also use a clear fingernail polish to coat each one (I have done all these before).

2. Chiggers are not contagious and they cause no harm to you or anyone you may come in contact with. It is okay to serve food and be in that type of environment.

Here is the information I found at http://www.wikipedia.com

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Harvest Mite

Harvest mites (genus Trombicula; also known as red bugs, trombiculid mites, scrub-itch mites, berry bugs or, in their larval stage, as chiggers) are mites in the family Trombiculidae that live in forests and grasslands. In their larval stage they attach to various animals including humans and feed on skin, often causing itching. These relatives of ticks are nearly microscopic measuring 0.4 mm (1/100 of an inch) and have a chrome-orange hue. A common species of harvest mite in Northern America is Trombicula alfreddugesi; in the UK the most prevalent harvest mite is Trombicula autumnalis.

Harvest mite larvae are tiny, irritating, red immatures between the egg and nymph stages, which have not yet become adult mites. They are usually microscopic. The larvae often live in berry patches, tall grass and weeds, woodland edges, pine straw, leaves, and treebark, or in typical habitats of their hosts (especially rodents).

The larval mites feed on the skin cells, but not blood, of animals, including humans. The six-legged parasitic larva feeds on a large variety of creatures including humans, rabbits, toads, box turtles, quail, and even some insects. After crawling onto their host, they inject digestive enzymes into the skin that break down skin cells. They do not actually "bite," but instead form a hole in the skin and chew up tiny parts of the inner skin, thus causing severe irritation and swelling. The severe itching is accompanied by red pimple-like bumps (papules) or hives and skin rash or lesions on a sun-exposed area. For humans, itching usually occurs after the larvae detach from the skin.

After feeding on their hosts, the larvae drop to the ground and become nymphs, then mature into adults which have 8 legs and are harmless to humans. In the post larval stage, they are not parasitic and feed on plant materials. The females lay 3-8 eggs in a litter, usually on a leaf or under the roots of a plant, and die by autumn.

Autumn Activities?
What Autumn/Fall Activities/Games Are There To Do When You Get Bored? It Could Be Anything Fun. Halloween Is Next Month, So If You Know A Halloween Activity, Please Let Me Know. I Remember In Elementary School That Our Teacher Would Print Out Pictures And Activities For Us To Do, When It Was Near The Holidays (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas). We Would Cut Out Pictures And Put Them Together. For Example, A Christmas Activity We Did Was That We Made An Ornament Cutting Out Paper And Putting It Together. If You Know Anything Like This, You Can Just Let Me Know.

Some of the things my kids liked to do, were gather leaves when the are turning to those beautiful colors and dip them into melted parafin/wax.. Then lay them on wwax paper to dry. It sort of preserves them. We used them for decorations on the tables and doors. We also made pinecone wreaths out of things found on scavenger hunts. No matter where you live you can find something to hot glue to the straw wreath. Pine burrs, sycamore balls, buckeyes, walnuts, hickoty nuts, pecan hulls, etc. These are alot of fun and make awesome memories. Here in Cleveland TN, we have several farms that have Cornfield Mazes and Soy bean Mazes to wander through. Pumpkin Farms with Hayrides are always a hit too!

http://crafts.kaboose.com/holidays/seaso...
Try this link to some wonderful Craft Ideas

Family Fun Magazine has always been my favorite source, even after my kids have grown up to be young men.

Happy Fall !!!

What To Look For And/Or Ask When Looking At Potential Boarding Facilities?
Hey, I Have Been A Western Rider For Many Years And Am Looking At Potently Buying My First Horse. However, I Need A Place To Keep It, Hence On Boarding. So I Was Wondering, What Are Some Things To Look For In A Potential Facility? What To Ask? What Are Some Good Things In A Facility And What Are Some Bad Things? Thank You.

1. Accommodations....size of stall (12 by 12 is the minimum size I would accept), type of flooring and bedding (rubber mats, dirt, etc., pine shavings versus straw, etc). Is the barn well ventilated, with open air flow to all stalls? You want good ventilation since poorly vented barns are the cause of many equine respiratory ailments. Frequency of stall cleaning and bedding change? Is there a secure tack room with ample space for your trunk/saddles/etc? Is there a wash stall? Hot and cold running water, or only cold?
If pasture boarding, size of shelter and number of horses sharing one shelter. 12 by 12 feet of space per horse is ideal. Is there a place provided for feeding and grooming pasture horses?

2. Feed....type of hay and amount fed.....is it individualized to accommodate the needs of your particular horse? Hard feed offered, and what is the mix and percentages of protein, fat, and starch? Can they accommodate special feeds, supplements, medications, etc. for individual horses? Any added costs for doing that?
Feeding schedule, as in two or three feedings daily.
If pasture boarding, is supplemental hay fed? Where and how much? Can grain be fed or individual supplementation given for added fee?
Is fresh water available 24/7, and kept at drinking temperature through winter?

3. Policies on veterinary service....vaccination requirements, deworming program, policy on emergency vet calls, etc. You want a well managed barn that requires vaccines and deworming of all horses. What is the isolation/vaccination/Coggins testing policy for new horses coming into the barn in order to protect the existing boarders? Are you allowed to bring in your own vet and farrier, or required to use the barn vet/farrier? Are you required to be present for all vet and farrier appointments, or do they provide that service?

4. Turnout....how many hours a day will your horse be turned out? Every day? Separate fee for turnout? Where will he be turned out? (dirt paddock versus grassy pasture, etc) How many horses are turned out together in how big of an area. You want fewer horses in a large pasture if possible. Is there shelter in the turnout area? Are they turned out regardless of weather? Are there different turnout options, such as individual turnout versus group turnout? What is done if horses are fighting excessively in pasture? Depending on how you use your horse, you may be more or less concerned with things like individual turnout.
Are the fences safe and in good repair? Barbed wire is unacceptable fencing for horses. Any metal T posts should be capped. Do they use electric fence?

Will they apply and remove fly masks, blankets, or provide other services like fly spraying or applying sunscreens? What are the added fees for these services?

5. Riding facilities? Outdoor arena size, indoor arena size, any trails to ride on? Are arenas available to boarders at all times? If not, when are they not available? Are there lessons given in the arenas? Is there a trainer available? What is the arena footing and how is it maintained?

6. Trailer parking available? Or, do they offer trailering service? Do they sponsor shows? Will they trailer your horse to shows? Fees?

7. Is there a specific discipline that the barn caters to, such as jumping or dressage? How will you and your horse fit in with the other boarders and the type of barn? Does the atmosphere seem friendly and like what you are looking for? Do the horses being boarded look healthy and well cared for?
Does the boarding cost fit the accommodations? Is board expected to increase anytime soon? When is board due? Grace period and late fees? Barn hours?

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