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31.
My small citrus fruit has scarring and rough surfaces. What is causing this problem?
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Published: July 30, 2007
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I have grown pumpkins for two years. Last year about this time, the pumpkins were getting a nice size. One day I discovered a hole in one of the pumpkins that I assume was made by a bird or other animal. How can I prevent this from happening this year?
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Published: July 30, 2007
33.
Are deer repellents effective, and under what conditions can I expect to get satisfactory results?
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Published: July 14, 2007
34.
Are cast iron plants deer resistant? I have an area where I need to plant something. We have lots of deer in the area, and this area is shaded and does not get much rain (roof of house extends over it), so it will require watering. I thought cast iron plants would work best if deer will leave them alone.
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Published: July 14, 2007
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I have squirrels eating my tomato plants (beefsteak). I thought that they would be toxic to them. What should I do to stop them?
Published: July 14, 2007
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What can I possibly do to keep squirrels from eating all of my tomatoes and peppers? A couple of years back, when we had a very small garden, we completely covered all the plants with a netting. It was a hassle, but it worked. This year, our garden is bigger. Any suggestions?
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Published: July 14, 2007
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Will a deer repellent sprayed on vegetation keep the bees from pollinating? This spray has a very bad odor but keeps the deer from eating the plants.
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Published: July 14, 2007
38.
I have a problem with skunks digging numerous holes in my lawn and am looking for a solution to this problem.
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Published: July 14, 2007
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Does "big cat manure" put around your vegetable garden keep animals away? It is being sold at a local zoo.
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Published: July 14, 2007
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I am wondering if placing a backyard birdbath in the shade versus in the sun will make a difference in how quickly bacteria grow.
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Published: July 14, 2007
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I noticed a woodpecker holes on one of my live oak trees and some white stuff is coming out of the holes. What is the white stuff coming out of the holes the woodpecker made?
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Published: July 14, 2007
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Are there any plants that prairie dogs don't eat that can be used to replace the plants they do eat, thereby reducing the attractiveness of the area for their habitation?
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Published: June 11, 2007
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