New feeder did the trick, quick question.
Annette Holbrook(z7a)
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Comments (9)cAROL, I used a large shallow translucent plastic retangular rubbermaid-type container. I don't remember exactly how big it was, as it was many years ago. Maybe 2 ft deep? An under-the-bed one? I used to grow lettuce on my balcony when I lived in an apartment. :) I don't think greens have roots that go too deep. If it's too big you can't move it, and it's helpful to move it around to avoid the really hot sun in the summer. And I did find out the hard way that you can't leave them out all winter. They shatter! I never thought of trying brocolli this way! OK -- more stuff to try!!! Can I quit my job and just to this instead!?!?!?! LOL Leisa...See Morenew composter a couple quick questions :)
Comments (7)Using the lid to catch runoff may not be adequate, depending on how well you manage the moisture in the bin. I would use the lid as a lid, and use a second bin to catch runoff. Put some sort of blocks (I use the bottom 4 inches cut from a 2 liter pop bottle, 6 of them) in the lower bin to hold the upper bin up, so it doesn't get stuck in the catch basin. 1) We have no way of knowing what species the trout worms are. We can't tell you if they will work. 2) Yes, use the leaves and other stuff from the outside bin as bedding. Just keep in mind that you will be bringing in a host of critters with them. Those critters would probably find their way in eventually anyway. Mixing in hay MIGHT cause it to heat up. If it does, let it cool down before adding worms. 3) Cream cheese: no. Chip dip: no. carrots: yes. Mac and cheese: no. Coffee grounds: yes. eggs: no. The rule of thumb is no meat, fats or dairy. If you start with partially decomposed leaves and hay, etc, you won't need to worry about feeding the worms for a while. 4) A typical indoor bin starts with about 1000 worms. Fewer, if they are all adults. Composting worms are sold by the pound. 5) The worms will reproduce IF they are the kind of worms that live in a bin environment. Worms typically double in biomass every 3 months. So figure a year or longer to reach the 1 pound worms that most vermicomposters start with....See MoreNEW: ~Trick or Treat ~ smell My Feet~ '07
Comments (124)I buy my seed envelopes at Staples - they're not cheap, but I find the plastic baggies hard to work with. The upside of the plastic bags is that you can see the seeds right away - the downside is that if seeds go into them that are the slightest bit moist, the mold probability is much higher than in the paper envelopes. When I was at Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum in London this summer, there were at least as many people (okay, women LOL) getting their picture taken with JD as there were people of both sexes getting their snapshot with the Queen. It's good to be gorgeous....See Morequick question on wiring for new RANGE
Comments (3)You have a 50A breaker (not fuse) that protects the wiring for the range. You may use the existing three prong receptacle, just have the installer connect a three prong cord, leaving the the jumper in place between the neutral and ground. All that assumes the range you are buying allows for connection to a three wire set up. The instruction (installation) manual will say if it is allowed. Don't depend on the advice of salesperson....See MoreAnnette Holbrook(z7a)
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