The Extension Division of Virginia Tech and the University of Maryland have developed a seed labeling system, which is being used for Kentucky bluegrass. These seeds and blends adhere to the quality standards of the Division. They are inspected and certified by the Virginia Crop Improvement Association not to have grave weed contaminants and posses...
Plants utilize the nutrients in the soil through their roots and the balance in the soil diminishes. So we use fertilizers to revive the soil. Dearth of Nitrogen, Potassium and Phosphorus causes sluggish growth and lawn thinning. Excess results in increased leaves and roots and vulnerability to natural stresses. Hence an optimum quantum is desirabl...
The first step is to remove the thatch, weeds, stones, sticks from the lawn and provide the grass seed space to shoot up. Make the soil loose in uncovered parts upto a depth of 1” with a cultivator. On these spots apply a grass fertilizer or some compost. If these parts are a lot compacted, loosen the soil upto 6”. It is required to add peat moss t...
Leaves, grass, twigs, roots and other wastes from lawns sum up to approximately 18% of the annual municipal waste. For summer, grass makes up 50% of the municipal waste, while in fall leaves causes 60-80% of the total waste. This gigantic amount of wastes strains the municipal collection systems as it raises the expenses required for the extra equi...
Fountains whether it is wall mounted or any indoor fountains can make an impact that will transform the spaces it is in. It is believed that the soothing sound of waterfall helps to focus the mind and bring the tranquility of a mountain stream into any room – whether in the home or office. People who believe in the feng shui way of interior decorat...
Candles are a growing cause of fire. Every year people are killed and injured because they were careless with candles. It is better to learn how to be careful with candles. Scented candles mark special occasions and create a special atmosphere. They also bring fire into home. So treat them carefully. Candles need to be held firmly upright by the ho...
Children feel very exited to play in bathtub and if it a bubble or foam bath then nothing like it. There are some homemade bubbles for kids. Take 2 cups soap flakes or grated soap, 1 gallon water, 1/4 - 1/2 cup glycerin, 2 cups shampoo or liquid dishwashing detergent. Scented oil of own choice and mix the soap flakes, water and 2 tbsp glycerin in a...
The child cannot wait to splash in the tub or views bath time as mean and unusual punishment, one always need to keep safety in mind when it comes to bathing. Until the child is age six never leave her unattended or under the control of a sibling younger than in the bathtub. There is nothing important enough to risk drowning and when it comes to ba...
The general population thinks of cowboys, Quarter Horses, rattlesnakes, Brahma bulls, and Longhorn steers when they think about the livestock and pets typically found in the Lone Star State. When they think of pets they probably think of Australian Heelers, Heinz fifty-seven mixes, barn cats, and other ranch related working animals. What you probab...
The US military knows that its branches must revamp their thinking about how to engage in “the theater of war” in the new, post-Cold War world of the 21st century. One thing that the military leaders stress is the desire for the forces deployed in the theater to be able to be more energy-independent. Currently the US military has policies and proce...