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How to Make an EarthBox
An EarthBox is a trademarked container gardening system that has a water reservoir, self-wicking design, potting medium, fertilizer, plants and an optional trellis, all in one box. The system is based...
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Will Milk Jugs Protect Plants?
Milk jugs can be used as garden cloches to protect plants. They can effectively shield plants from garden pests, frost, high winds, and heavy rainfall or hail. These plastic cloches can be used to...
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How to Grow Hydroponic Potatoes
Potatoes are a hardy food used in a lot of processed foods as a filler, since the starches in the potato feel heavy on the stomach. The qualities of the potato make it ideal for the home garden. If you...
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How to Use Lattice Panels as a Quick Trellis
Lattice work, which consists of lathes of wood arranged in a diagonal pattern on a frame, provide an attractive material for a simple trellis. The spaces in the lattice allow vine plants to climb and...
View ArticleHow to Install a Line on a Stihl Edge Trimmer
The nylon line on a Stihl trimmer is wound around a spool, which you can remove to install new line rather than using a pre-wound spool. These trimmers require a specific diameter line, so you should...
View ArticleHow to Adjust a Ryobi String Trimmer 725R Carburetor
The idle speed is adjustable on the Ryobi 725R string trimmer. This allows you to turn the engine speed up or down slightly to account for the different variations of fuel in your carburetor, as it...
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How to Replace the Trimmer Line on a Dual Line Self Feeding Weed Eater
A split-line or dual-line trimmer uses two separate lengths of trimmer line as opposed to one line that's usually folded in half, or wrapped singularly around the spool. The self-feeding mechanism on...
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What Is a High-Velocity Water Spray Nozzle?
A high-velocity water spray nozzle spews water out of a hose at a high rate of speed. These types of nozzles are used by firemen, construction companies and with some cleaning equipment.
View ArticleHow to Replace the Fuel Lines on a Husqvarna Mondo Trimmer
The fuel lines on a Husqvarna Mondo trimmer run from the fuel tank to the carburetor and from the carburetor back to the fuel tank. The main line draws fuel into the tank and the return or purge line...
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What Is Hozelock Compatible?
British gardening equipment manufacturer, Hozelock, distributes their products globally. Since Hozelock is a well-known brand, some of their competitors manufacturer equipment that can be used with, or...
View ArticleHow to Pick Up Grass Clippings and Leaves with a Lawn Sweeper
A lawn sweeper looks very similar to a rotary lawn mower with a grass catcher bag attached to the back. Instead of a rotary blade on the front, though, the sweeper contains a rotary wire or synthetic...
View ArticleHow to Remove a Stuck Water Hose Fitting
Water hoses have a female fitting on one end that can become stuck. The most likely location for the fitting to become stuck is onto a faucet. Many hoses are attached to a faucet the entire summer....
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How Much Mulch to Cover 24 Yards?
The amount of mulch required to cover a particular space, such as 24 yards, depends on the depth of the mulch. You can find out how much mulch you need by using online tools or by making your own...
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How to Line a Planter
Planters come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and materials and are useful for both indoor and outdoor container gardening. One problem that occurs with many planters is the internal soil leaks out...
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Hanging Metal Flower Holders
If you want to dress up your house or apartment with beautiful outdoor flowers, then consider planting them in metal hanging holders -- such as hanging baskets and sconces. The holders will add to the...
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What Is the pH of Peat Moss?
Soil pH indicates the acidity or alkalinity of soil. All plants grow best within a specific range, but the ideal range varies greatly from one plant to another. Peat moss is one of the many tools...
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DIY Deer Fencing for Gardens
The right fencing around a garden will help keep it safe from unwanted nibbles from deer. Their eating habits may destroy plants and their hooves may trample the plants they don't eat. Keeping deer out...
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How to Prepare Terra Cotta Pots for Planting
Terra cotta is clay with a history --- some of the earliest terra cotta pieces can be traced back to 10,000 B.C. in Egypt. Since its inception, it has been used in both art and functional objects ---...
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How do I Fix a Broken Hose Reel?
Garden hose reels prevent the hose from tangling up, so you can easily pull the hose out of the reel and use it to water your lawn and plants. When done, the reel usually retracts the hose with the...
View ArticleHow to Locate Parts for a Toro 51932
The Toro 51932 is an 18-inch gas powered trimmer that features a 1-horsepower 25cc engine, ergonomic handle and a two year limited warranty. If your Toro 51932 needs maintenance or repair, you may wish...
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