Ground cover substitutes and lawn care advice amid tree mulching
The article discusses ground cover as a substitute for grass with notes on using 5-10-5 fertilizer on slopes, mulching approaches to trees with 6 to 8 inches of mulch, and safety around mowing. It mentions how mulch reduces weeds, protects nutrients, and can attract mice, while warnings about fire risk in dry weather. It also covers fence placement for privacy, screening, and planting considerations for Gleditsia honeylocust varieties as shade trees, including thornless options and maturity.
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Why south and west walls ruin paint and carpet tricks
Readers raise questions about paint peeling on sunlit sides and why carpet dealers advise splicing to fit awkward widths. Answers note sun exposure and moisture as factors, plus guidance on proper carpet installation and prep.
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Return of cattle rustling amid high meat prices spurs theft
Cattlemen report a nationwide rise in cattle rustling as meat prices climb. In Maryland and Texas Oklahoma, thefts are up with estimates of up to 30 percent in key regions. Industry leaders warn that multiple theft methods persist and urge stronger enforcement to curb losses.
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