Also this week, Master Gardener Laura Simpson identifies a fruit tree in a reader’s backyard.
My grass is dying and I can’t figure out why. I checked the sprinklers and they are working properly. I’ve been watering for 5 minutes per zone every morning, so I’m sure it’s getting enough water. What could I be doing wrong? It’s not even summer yet!consists of placing empty tuna cans around the yard. They should be evenly spaced and arranged into a grid. The more cans you have, the better the test will be. If possible, arrange them so that they’re 2 or 3 feet apart.
Mowing too short exposes the turf to direct sunlight, which will cook the roots and dry out the grass. Exposed ground also encourages weed growth since the grass is not long enough to choke out weed seedlings.Set the mower blade to the highest setting. During the warmer weather, aim to cut twice a week at this high setting.
Q. We recently moved into a rental home in Hemet. There used to be a fruit tree in the backyard, and I wonder if you might be able to identify it. I am enclosing some photos.
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