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Amy, Am trying to xeroscape my front yard and wanting to get rid of the grass. Was told to use 20% vinegar but no instructions. Have been reading a few q/a but what ratio and how long should it take. Am a bit short on time and need to get this done ASAP. Thanks
4/8/2008 10:23:31 AM Link 0 comments | Add comment

20% Vinegar, Natural Weed Control
Raynie,

The vinegar should be used at full strength along with a surfactant like dish soap or orange oil, coverage will depend on the thickness of the grass in the yard. It should take no longer than a couple of days for you to see results. If you are planning on tilling the area be sure to put out a pre-emergent to keep any dormant weed seeds from germinating. We have a product called Natural Weed Control that is a pre-mix of the 20% vinegar and orange oil which will eliminate the need for mixing saving you a step along the way. You can find the Natural Weed Control, vinegar, and orange oil at any Garden-Ville location or you can order online and we will ship directly to your home via UPS Ground.
I have a question about weather to use hardwood or softwoods compost around the plants next to the foundation of the house
4/8/2008 10:22:35 AM Link 0 comments | Add comment

Cedar Mulch, mulch
Lou,

Some people are hesitant to use hardwood mulch around their foundation due to the possibility of termites, cedar mulch is a good product to use since the cedar oil in the mulch is a natural insect repellent. When choosing a mulch make sure that you are familiar with where the mulch comes from, we have a hardwood mulch that we "cook" in large piles to kill off any insects or weed seeds to ensure a top quality product for home owners.
Hi. I want to use natural products on lawn. Have canadian thistle and dandelion problems. Can i use the vinegar with something else besides your product and orange oil? I can't find orange oil here in Colorado springs. thanks
4/8/2008 10:22:02 AM Link 1 comment | Add comment

20% Vinegar, Natural Weed Control
Lee,

We have a product that is a pre-mix of the 20% vinegar and orange oil called Natural Weed Control that you can use to spot treat the weeds in your yard. Since the Natural Weed Control is a non selective herbicide it will kill just about anything it comes in contact with, so when you are applying be sure and treat just the weeds. Other than the Natural Weed Control the only other method is to pull the weeds and put out a pre-emergent twice a year to prevent the fall and spring weeds from germinating. You can order the Natural Weed Control on our website and we will ship it to you via UPS Ground.
I want to put out Green Sand on my Zoysia turf grass. Your bags indicate how much to use for a given sq ft, but give no indication as to a suggested spreader setting. I use a Scott broadcast spreader. Do you have a suggestion as to what setting on this spreader would aprox the recommended amout?
4/8/2008 10:21:30 AM Link 0 comments | Add comment

Greensand, Lawn Questions
E.J.

For the application of greensand through a Scotts spreader use setting number 10. This will ensure an even application of product over your turf. Don't forget to fertilize with our Premium Lawn Fertilizer 7-2-2. That product will be at setting number 10 as well.
I live in Miami and have large black worms eating the leaves of my citrus trees and some leave rolled up with some white insect inside. what orhganic insecticisde cain I use to get rid of them. Nest > for year I have on my back yard some weeds that run like sweet potatoes I have tries several insecticide and no help I even dug up and plant new sod and it came right back. I now want to try organic product. what do you recommend. Thanks
4/8/2008 10:16:26 AM Link 0 comments | Add comment

Garden-Ville Organic Insecticide, Natural Weed Control
Patsy,

For the worms you can either use our Organic Insecticide or BT Worm Killer, both products will need to be mixed with water and sprayed on the leaves affected by the worms. For the weeds in the grass, we have a product called Natural Weed Control. You will need to trace the vines to their roots and spot treat the base. The Natural Weed Control will systemically kill the weeds causing the vines to die. After the vines are dead aerate the yard and apply a half inch layer of compost to the entire lawn. Follow up with a good organic fertilizer, the idea is to eliminate the existing vines and build the health of the soil and grass to choke out any other weeds that may follow.
we have 2 twenty foot peach trees. every year the squirreles and worms eat all of the fruit. What can we do? p.s. they also eat our figs! thankyou ralph
4/8/2008 10:15:47 AM Link 0 comments | Add comment

Insect Control, Tree Questions
Ralph,

To rid your trees of the worms you can use our Organic Insecticide mixed with water or you can use BT worm killer. Spray the trees thoroughly to prevent the worms. For the squirrels, getting a dog might keep them out of the yard, or Squirrel-X has a product called Get Away that is a mixture of mustard and chile powder that you can spray the trees with. Just be sure and wear a mask and eye protection when applying.
I have gardenias planted in containes. The leaves have a yellowish color to them. I was told by a chain store garden supply manger that it may be the level of chlorine in our rural water supply and to water with purchased drinking water. I live in South Lee County and would like to know what can I give these plants to keep the leaves from turning color?
4/8/2008 10:15:14 AM Link 0 comments | Add comment

Plant Questions
Kathy,

The yellowing could be from an iron or nitrogen deficiency or from over or under watering, what is your watering schedule like? When was the last time you fertilized? It really does not sound to me like a chlorine in the water problem.
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