How Do I Get Rid of Slugs?
They dont like prickly, sharp surfaces so the broken eggshells is a good idea or any broken bits and pieces (like broken sea shells) placed around the plants they seem to favor. The eggshells will eventually decompose and help fertilize the soil. Im surprised...
Intruder in Finch Bird Nest?
I wonder if that is a cowbird egg? Is it kind of blue with brown specks? They lay an egg in a different birds nest. When the egg hatches, the foster parents will feed it. Its just the way they procreate. It doesnt harm the finches but their diet probably wont...
Weak and Puny Looking Tomato Plants?
Having your soil tested would be the best idea. It is hard to pinpoint the problem without knowing the ph balance of your soil. Like Jeannette posted, your local university extension service or a local agricultural office has kits that you fill with soil and...
Building Inexpensive Bird Houses?
You can pretty much turn anything into a birdhouse, as long as it has drainage holes, a hole for them to enter and can be hung or fastened to a wall. I have seen cowboy boots, an old purse, a teapot hung from its bottom so it was on its side with the cover...
What Is This Plant? (Spotted Laurel)
I agree with Jron7667 that it is a variegated umbrella plant aka Schefflera. I have one just like it but mine isnt as big. They are easy to grow but can be messy because the leaves drop quite easily. It is a beautiful plant! I am glad to hear you saved it.
Getting Rid of Fleas in the Car?
A friend once told me how to get rid of fleas in the house. You can get them off your pet but the little buggers can still survive in your carpet and upholstery. He said to use borax. Sprinkle it on your seats and carpet. Rub it in, using gloves, with a brush...
Removing BO Odors from Clothing?
Ammonia! My grandmother and mother both used it successfully to get out odors from clothing. You put a cup of it in your wash (full load) with your regular detergent. Your clothes will smell fresh, it doesnt cause colors to fade and it helps get out stains...
Container Gardening - Thinking Outside The Box
I belong to a Garden Junk forum at another site and Im amazed at the cool planters people have come up with - old shoes with holes in them, a retired bike helmet, old sinks and bathtubs, wringer washers, wheel barrows and even an old row boat. Ive seen something...
Keep A Smile On A Little Gardener's Face
He looks very sweet! The next time you plant a sunflower from seed, or any plant that bunnies like, make a wire cage to put around the young plant from chicken wire. Once the plant is more established, you can remove the cage and save it for next year.
Recliner Fix?
Maybe Im not frugal enough but I have purchased slipcovers from Surefit.com for my worn out furniture. The covers, depending upon the fabric, can last for years and are machine washable. They make stretch covers for recliners ranging in price from $60-$70 right...
