In defense of the fence and neighborly spaces
A study of fences as property markers explores how fences shape privacy and sociability. Experts note fences deter intrusions and crime while enabling casual neighborly interactions, yet excessive or spiteful fencing can harm communal ties and local perceptions of care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Stokols
University of California, Irvine
Currivan
Boston
Barbara Brown
University of Utah
Brown
Building a fence in Los Angeles with neighbor input and zoning checks
Talk with neighbors before fencing to avoid lines disputes. Hire a licensed surveyor to mark property lines. Choose materials for noise, privacy, and appearance. Consider frame and facing sides, use alternating panel design to share the good side. Check zoning for height limits and lot rules.
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Dave Keim
Los Angeles
Californiasurveyors.org
Plant beech for the future Lee Reich AP
Plant a beech tree as a lasting legacy for future generations. Beech varieties include American and European forms with varied shapes and leaf colors, easy to grow once established, though they dislike transplanting and need decades to reach majestic size. Beech bark inspired ancient carving and the word book derives from boc.
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America
Keep lawn and garden tools in good repair tips
Toolmaker V&B Manufacturing Co. of Walnut Ridge Arkansas outlines lawn tool upkeep. Check condition and replace cracked wood handles or chipped metal. clean with dirt removal and steel wool. oil metal parts and hickory handles. sharpen dull blades with a hand file. secure loose handles. Store dry and accessible, clean after use. Resources and tune up sites listed.
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V&b Manufacturing Co
Walnut Ridge
Ark
Geranium Varieties and Indoor Culture Tips
Overview of geranium types including Regal Lady of Martha Washington, common, ivy leaf, fancy, and scented varieties. Notes on light, temperature 60 to 70 degrees, need for grit, watering every month, and potential problems like spindly stems from hot dry air or rotting stems from overwatering. Whiteflies combat with soap solution.
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Martha Washington
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Douglas B. Currivan
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Robert Cornell
Pasadena
Calif
Bill Berkowitz
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
LOS Angeles Times
Lee Reich
Associated Press
Mary Beth Brecken and
Keughi Reker
Scotts
Toro Co
Urbanext Uiuc.edu
University of Illinois Extension
Webgarden
Osu
Ohio State University
Bardeohiostate Edu
Weedguide
Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center
Wooster
Tree Moving & Sales
Royalton Road
Columbia Station
George Abraham
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