Kelly Shetsky

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Stories By Kelly Shetsky

  • How To Grow Banana Trees In Texas

    Bananas are tropical plants, so they will grow well in Texas. Fruit yield is favorable in warmer regions, and the trees are used are ornamental specimens in cooler regions. Varieties that thrive in Texas include dwarf cavendish, which grows fruit that typically is found in grocery stores; orinoco or "horse"

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  • When Is It Too Cold To Plant Grass Seeds?

    Grass seed needs the correct soil and air temperature, as well as moisture content, to sprout. Planting it too early in the spring can result in less-than-ideal germination, because the seeds can die off or become unproductive.

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  • How To Remove Rejuvenate

    Rejuvenate's manufacturer claims it is a miracle polymer that makes old floors and cabinets look new again. It restores the shine and luster, while also cleaning the surfaces. Like other floor finishing products, Rejuvenate can leave behind a film that gives the surface a cloudy appearance.

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  • The Best Time To Plant Grass Seed In Texas

    Several types of grass grow in Texas. Bermuda and St. Augustine grasses are the most common, with St. Augustine growing in the warmest parts of the state, especially around the Gulf Coast. Buffalo grass is in the driest regions, and centipede grass is grown in southeastern and central Texas.

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  • How To Prune Italian Cypress Trees

    Italian Cypress trees are evergreens with a tall, slender appearance. They grow up to 3 feet per year and add height to any landscape without taking up much space. As opposed to other evergreens, this one doesn't grow in a pyramid shape. Instead, it's a narrow, column-like tree.

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