Homemade Weed Killer Grandma’s Weed Control

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Hi, they say April showers bring May flowers. Right now I need weed control! Kevin uses Roundup. But with all of his chores, he doesn’t spray as much as I would like. It was Easter weekend, my dad was telling us of the homemade weed killer he tried and said worked. So this is what I am going to try in a selected area of our driveway. Our driveway is gravel and all those pesky weeds are growing up between the rocks.

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The Recipe:
White Vinegar 1 gallon
Table Salt 2 Cups
Dishwashing Liquid A good squirt.
Hot Water I used half a gallon to dissolve the salt before mixing with vinegar.
Sprayer I bought a 1 1/2 gallon sprayer.

It is not recommended spraying this homemade weed killer on concrete (sidewalk or driveway) or where you do want plants to grow (in your garden).

As you see, I will need to give it one more application.

Have you tried this homemade weed killer recipe? How did it work for you?

Best Wishes,
debra

Hot Tub or the Pool?

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Hi, I hope all is well with you. My husband and I have been busy these past several months. Working on the yard and cleaning a pool. Everyone has told me that pools needed cleaning each day. What a true statement!

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We bought this wonderful old farm house. Kevin and I would never have dreamed to put in a pool or a hot tub, however- both of these was existing and what a perk! We are thinking the previous owners did not winterize the system last fall. When the cover was removed the water was not pretty to say the least. And with us being a new pool owner, we have learned a lot.

We began with the hot tub. Setting it up and getting it running went rather smooth. I have decided I like it much better on cooler evenings rather than 95 degree days. Just waiting to set in it during a snowfall!

The pool system is Copper Ionization. This system is chemical free- mostly. Well, we thought it was completely chemical free. When the cover was removed and the system turned on, the pool was not turning the sparkly blue pools are supposed to be. We went to the dealer who installed the system and they assisted us with all the chemicals to shock the pool. Two days later it was sparkling. Every day I skim the top of the water and every other day I brush the sides and bottom. I should vacuum the floor more, but with our work schedule- I have been vacuuming about twice a week.

When you are standing on the patio to the right of the hot tub, the view looking out is beautiful. See the red mulch- that was another project we worked on. What a difference it made too.

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Okay, same spot on porch but looking to the right (West) you will see the barn. Kevin sure enjoys this! Note the mulch again.

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Seems like there is so much to do and not enough time in the day. I certainly enjoy the weekends.

Have you ever gotten something that you would have never set out to get, but it was included with your purchase? If so, what was it and could you do without it now?

Take care.

Best Wishes,
debra

What is a Dwarf Banana Tree?

A Dwarf Banana Tree

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Dwarf Banana Tree.

Dwarf banana trees are expected to grow between 4 and 8 feet tall. They are easy to grow. It’s considered to be either an indoor or outdoor plant. The ideal temperature for the dwarf banana tree is 55 degrees and warmer.

I have my son to thank for this plant. The end of last spring he brought this plant home. Back then it looked sad- real sad! The price tag reads $26.00. That was not the price he paid for it. He was eyeing it for quite some time. Finally he asked the clerk how much it was. He could buy it for ten bucks. That’s what he did and now it looks beautiful. The clerk did mention he should replant it into a bigger pot. He did. To be honest I never thought it would grow. Adam just moved into his own apartment and left the tree with me on loan.

After searching the internet for the “how to care” for this dwarf banana tree, I realize the sprouts or shoots should be removed. Will do that shortly. The day Adam comes to pick his plant up, I will be rather disappointed. A green thumb I am not- but it’s been fun watching it grow!

How to care for a dwarf banana tree.