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I have a client that wants me to carve wildlife scenes into some live trees. Is it possible to carve into the trunk without killing the tree? I know it's an odd question, but I believe we have some tree farmers here, so I'm hoping for some tips.

What do you guys use to protect your recreational vehicles from theft when you're using them away from home? It's not always practical to take a covered trailer.

This is driving me crazy. I've googled everything I can think of, but I still can't find the name of the plant. Its flowers were as big as dinner plates. They were a bright fuchsia color. I saw it from the road, so I didn't get a look at the leaves. There were several flowers on the plant...

I'm a landscaper. Unfortunately, some HOAs don't allow tractors to come in, so I'm looking for a harrow that I can attach to an ATV. Any suggestions? I've been hired by the developer to overhaul the landscaping. I expect that the soil is hard, rocky clay in this new area of the subdivision...

What is your preferred method for boiling eggs and peeling them so that the shell comes off easily? I saw a tutorial where the chef pierced the bottom of the eggs with a needle before boiling them because he felt it made them easier to peel. Does that really work?

I bought a pair of Fiskars' scissors and the quality isn't the same as usual. I also noticed that they lack the orange handle that Fiskars is known for. I checked and sure enough they're made in China. I need some new loppers and tree pruners. I buy the pro version of Fiskars' products...

Apparently they come in sweet varieties and sour varieties, but which plants do you think produce the tastiest fruits? Are they typically easy or hard to grow?

I always miss having young children this time of year. The young ones get so excited about Santa coming and they really get into the holiday spirit and enjoy family time. I can't help but miss those days. Mine are old enough to think that Dad is a dork and they're busy texting their friends...

I have a large natural pond that I'm considering stocking with bass for fishing. I want this to be as efficient as possible, so I'm not having to do a lot with it. What other fish should I add? Would crawfish be an asset?

I have a client who has several acres of land who wants to add some farm animals that will basically be treated as pets. I know she isn't planning to slaughter them, so they'll either need to be spayed or neutered or all of one gender. I don't raise livestock so I have nothing to go on. Which...

Have you guys seen this news? https://www.politico.com/news/2020/06/09/farm-workers-coronavirus-309897 Yikes! That's troubling news and quite shocking considering how much space rural areas have which is where most farms are located. Plus rural areas tend to have much smaller populations...

Has anyone else noticed a rise in the number of customers who are asking for discounts due to the coronavirus and its effects on the economy? Are you bending to their request? So far, I've had three clients request a discount. That usually never happens. I haven't given a discount so far...

Unfortunately, plenty of rain means that the conditions are great for growing corn and wheat, so corn futures and wheat futures have seen a decline. The belief that there will be high demand for soybeans overseas once the global economy starts going again has driven the futures value of...

What are some of your tips and tricks for getting rid of Japanese beetles and their grubs that don't involve heavy pesticides? Introducing beneficial nematodes didn't make a noticeable difference last time. Picking them off the plants in the morning works, but it's a tedious process. Are...

Some veggies and fruits grow well in a container like spinach, onions, and strawberries. However, growing larger vegetables like tomatoes and peppers in a container never turns out that great. They'll produce some vegetables for the table, but they aren't as productive as they would be if...

What is the easiest way to remove rust from tractor parts and keep it from coming back? Does anything stop rust better than WD-40?

I tried to grow tomatillos last year and my efforts lead to nothing. I think pollination was the problem and I just didn't have enough plants. I understand tomatillos require another plant to pollinate, so does that mean I should plant them in rows of two? Should the plants be pretty close...

I know they aren't for everyone, but I use a reel mower in the course of business because it produces a healthier, more beautiful turf. Well, a client of mine was very excited to show me the reel mower that she purchased from the Martha Stewart Living Collection. I took one look at it and knew...

Schools have closed and all of my kids' usual activities have been cancelled, so I have a house with four children who are climbing the walls. They do their chores around here, but it wasn't enough to burn off that energy. Well, this morning I decided to make them an obstacle course inside the...

I've planted many dogwood trees over the years and eventually, they all seem to fall to a twig borer or anthracnose. I just can't keep them alive and trying is getting expensive. So I've decided to plant different trees instead. Is there another tree that is similar? What I like about the...