Tomato ripening tips and plant care note
Temperature drives tomato ripening with cooler nights aiding color development. Do not over fertilize with nitrogen. pick and destroy damaged fruit to prevent spread of rot. Use mulches, check moisture, avoid working when foliage is wet, and apply only labeled chemicals to avoid plant damage.
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Summer strawberry care for next season
Summer care keeps strawberries productive. Keep topsoil moist and lightly cultivated, scratch mulch to air the roots, and manage runners to prevent overcrowding. Cut and burn canes that bore fruit, thin new canes next spring, and prepare raspberry spots this fall with manure and compost before spring planting.
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Home value growth factors and regional variation
A national study notes median existing home prices rising about 8.5 percent annually with regional swings from 59 percent in parts of the south to 15.6 percent in some western areas. It highlights zoning, maintenance, privacy, view, kitchen and bath layout, laundry access, and child-friendly design as key drivers.
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Reduce Summer Cooling Costs With Proper Caulking
Caulk around windows and doors to seal cracks and openings. Cleaning surfaces, removing old material, and priming as needed can save up to 30 percent of annual cooling costs. Use mineral spirits on metal surfaces and wipe clean for best results.
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National Paint and Coating Association
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Fusarium Lawn Blight Diagnosed And Controlled In Nebraska
The article describes Fusarium blight on lawns in Nebraska with green circular patches turning to reddish, tan, then straw colored. It notes a frog eye pattern, timing of June to August fungicide treatments using Tersan 1991 and Fungo, and maintenance steps including deep watering and thatch removal to reduce inoculum.
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Aluminum roof coating keeps homes cooler
Aluminum roof coatings reflect sunlight to reduce indoor heat by up to 15 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit. They use aluminum flakes with pigments and are sold by volume in pails and drums. Application rates vary and proper surface prep is essential. severely deteriorated roofs require replacement.
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