why isn't my ground cover spreading?
myeolchi
9 years ago
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Why isn't my blackberry bush growing?
Comments (8)Those canes that you have today... they won't produce any fruit this year but they will be your fruiting canes next year. Blackberries put up new canes each year, which flower the following year, then die (but are replaced by new canes, which fruit the following year, and so on). The canes your plant puts up next year (2015) will be MUCH bigger than the canes you have currently, but won't fruit until 2016. This year your plant is just establishing a good root system and basically getting ready for next year, as next year will be its first full year in your garden. When your plant produces fruit next year, don't pick the berries as soon as they turn black or you will disappointed as they will be sour. Leave them on the canes for an extra day or two until they get softer and lose their shininess and become a kind of a dull black.... yummmmmm!...See MoreWhy Isn't My Compost Heating Up?
Comments (8)Something if "off", either: C:N ratio- brown-green mix less than ideal Moisture- it's too wet or too dry Air Or, could it have heated already and then cooled? Mine stays hot for a week or less if I don't touch it. You just have to play with it to get it right. Maybe try adding nitrogen (green) and see if that works, give it several days. If not, maybe try more carbon (brown). Do you think it's too wet? Flip and let it dry out some. If it seems dry, try more water. Even when you get the right knack, sometimes it might not get as hot as other times. It's really a matter of experience, and doing it is the only real way to learn. It's one of those "practice makes perfect" things. But there's nothing wrong with cold composting. It will still break down into good stuff, it just takes longer. Karen...See MoreWhy isn't my Honey Mandarin flowering?
Comments (2)Sometimes citrus can be a wee bit slower to mature, Luxrosa. It may also be that the Honey is actually a little younger than the Fremont. And, the Honey tends to be alternate bearing, so this may just be the "off year", and you'll see lots of blooms next year. and the Fremont tends to be fairly precocious. Not to worry. Your trees are still very young, yet. Give them a few more years to mature. Patty S....See MoreWhy isn't my house selling?? What to do now?
Comments (49)Just wanted to post a happy ending update. Shortly after this thread ended, and my new pic were up, we did lower the asking price for sale and rent. Within a week we had 5 more showings for purchase(no offers) but a very qualified renter applied to rent. Unlike my previous tennants who had a very good job, low credit score, BUT always paid their rent on time.. this couple has an excellent income, good credit score and excellent references. They had always owned a home, but were transferred 18 months ago, were planning on it being temporary, so rented. The home they have been renting in Michigan is now up for sale, and I looked at the pictures and they have lovely furnishings, that will fit perfect in my home. I'm very confident it will make the next time I list my home much easier. I have stipulated in our contract a longer 'right to show' clause.. previously 60 days, now 90 days. They stated they might be interested in purchasing at a later date, but are unsure about a future transfer at this point. I would have rather sold the home, but at least we have rental income again- the same amount as I had previoulsy been receiving. And we roll the dice and hope there isn't any further decline in the housing market in the next year or two.. I do always learn by my mistakes! Next time I will insist on better pictures from the start.. besides that.. my realtor really did an excellent job for me, in keeping me well informed of any and all feedback and following up with people frequently. I know those things should just be expected.. but not so much so with my last realtor.. I would definately use her again..just not have her take the pictures!.. and she was very ok with that....See Moresoutherngardening24
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