I mean just move those deer crossing signs!
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Comments (34)Whatever gets posted as deer resistant or deer proof is likely to get draw challenges from other posters who find that THEIR deer regularly devour that particular plant. And I'm NOT challenging them on that.--I've had chili peppers devoured (fruit and plant) eaten at times. Maybe it's a question of local deer tastes, time of the year, variety of plants available, density, etc.. who knows. I actually live within a narrow deer crossing. It bridges two different wooded areas and is in regular, and heavy use (especially from autumn through late winter). Here's what works for me so far: Boxwood (they hate the smell and so did I--at first)--Have both the common box and my favorite--the Dwarf English. Hollies (have Japanese, English, Nellie Stevens, Ilex vomitoria 'Yaupon'--name explains why they leave that one alone!, Blue Princess, China Girl...) Yuccas Barberry (I hate the thorns so I removed hedges of them from the property when I moved in but the deer likewise hate them!) Northern Myrtle (Bayberry) Cephalotaxus (Japanese plum yew)--not hardy under 6 I believe.--This one looks like a true yew but the leaves are longer and more lush looking BUT the deer HATE IT. The true yews that were on the grounds were regularly eaten by deer so I removed all of them. Cotonester (again, hardiness may be a factor) HERBS, HERBS and MORE HERBS--they HATE the smell so I put in hedges of ROSEMARY, LAVENDER, BAY LAUREL Pieris Cherry Laurel Skimmia japonica Rhododendrons (basically left alone--and mine are still low to the ground and easy to munch on. I know many of these are not hardy under zone 6 or 7. I really like Holly and Boxwoods. 'Winter Gem' is among the hardiest of varieties. Growth rate on the Boxes is decent here though. Regarding the HEMLOCKS, there is an Island planting of Several Hemlocks and Japanese Holly in the back.--Most have been there for decades. I have not noticed the deer eating the lower branches--even when they were fairly low to the ground--have since pruned lower branches to lighten the grove and be able to walk through it. Also don't see much evidence of rutting damage on these trees. But these are going to be sizable trees. Are you looking for a 'TREE' or more a 'SHRUB'?...See MoreSign of termites or just wood movement?
Comments (8)We bought the house "as is" at the time, and got it fumigated and also treated the subterreanean/soil, per the original termite company's report. I saw a mailed reminder from the termite company that our 2-year warranty was expiring but didn't think anything of it at the time. The (new) inspector is actually in our house right now. Found his company on Yelp -- had 20+ 5-star reviews and had been voted best in our city 3 years in a row. So far he's inspected all our windows and attic, and is changing into his coveralls right now so he can inspect under the house (which is why I have time to write this email). He's found 2 spots of minor drywood termite activity in the attic which will not require outright fumigation, and 1 major spot of subterreanean termite activity in the base of our bay window. He said now being termite season, it's a good/lucky that he didn't see any other signs of termites (wings/droppings) up in the attic, though he did disclaim that the floorboards up there are inaccessible so he couldn't check that area. Right now it's extremely likely that we will have to gut the base of our bay window out, treat it, and then put it back in. Hopefully he doesn't find anything else major when crawling under, as I type this he's literally crawling down there now....See MoreJust moved to the Chicago area, what do I need to know????
Comments (47)L2C46, now you're talkin', SAILBOATS, etc. is one of the great things Chicago has to offer (SOME of the year, lol!). I adore the Shedd Aquarium, especially the architecture and the marine mammal exhibit/show. The whole thing is a replica of the Pacific NW habitat, very cool. And I love the other three museums, the Art Institute and the Museum of Natural History and Science and Industry. Best I've ever been to and I've been to all the NYC ones and Berlin and LA and Philly's museums. Check out Indiana Dunes while the weather is still nice, and the historic farmstead there. It's probably a good hour from you, but well worth the trip. I lived outside of Chicago for the majority of my life, (In MI, but Chicago was THE place to go) and I have a close friend living in Evanston. My people were from the south side, that's where they emigrated to from Russia, but later moved to Skokie when they got prosperous. As for clothes, the key is LAYERS! I'm partial to the good stuff, it wears well, like gortex and other waterproof coatings for windbreakers (always with a hood because you never know!). Then wool for sweaters and coats, along with down and polartec or thinsulate. Mix and match. Silk and cotton for the longjohns, at least on the inside. There are nice boots but they are pricey, but you will not regret it. I have a nice wool lined leather pair, a heavy duty thigh high pair, and a pair with rubber bottoms for slush and mud season. Don't skimp on the soles, and you want SEWN uppers to the soles, will not come unglued with all the wetness. IMHO, a good set of foot gear is the most important winter survival and ENJOYMENT accessory. If my feet aren't happy the rest of me isn't happy! And a good hood. To heck with hat hair, I want to be comfortable! My friends call me Nanook of the North! But I can go outside and enjoy myself ANY TIME! The secret is to accept it, EMBRACE it!...See MoreWhat does "Move-in Ready" Mean to You?
Comments (22)Brickeyee, that's why we'll be stating: Major Appliances Convey. The 3/4-size convection oven, small microwave, apartment-size refrigerator, and Kureg coffee brewer aren't part of the appliances dealio. Really don't know if anyone would want the furnishings. They're old...very old and, ehem, out-dated, yeah, that's the term. Who would want old stuff from the old world... Eeeeeew, it's probably, at least, three-hundred years out-dated! KirkHall, interesting about shades/draperies/curtains. I can understand bracketing & rods as they are more permanent fixtures. The textiles...not so much. Then again, I change window treatments quarterly, for the refreshing seasonal atmosphere it brings to rooms. Wonder if shoji screens are considered part & parcel, too. Since painting & repairing, all of the windows are bare. I'm using shoji screens instead (woohoo for double-hung windows *grin*). It's hard figuring out just what potential Buyers are accustomed to. Being a govt/military town it's a game to guess with people from all over the world filtering through. Discussions like this are very helpful =)....See More- 10 years ago
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