Misc ***Official gardening, landscape and yardwork thread*** - Page 35

We had a 2014 gardening thread and another planting trees thread. Figured it would be better just to have a general thread to share knowledge about all things yards.

I've learned stuff about growing things here in the desert from people all around the country. Post pictures and share your knowledge!
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Lost new peach tree and nectarine trees (planted in ground) this summer with a record 50+ days over 110 degrees. Hottest summer on record in Phoenix.

Gave my attempt at citrus in growbags though and they loved it.

Lisbon lemon and Dancy Tangerine (Cuties variety sold in store).

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Originally Posted by lewdog:
Not bad for hot ass July in Phoenix. That stringy plant in the far left corner is a Barbados Cherry tree, which will be shaped more like a big bush, but produce red cherries in the next few years. The tropical corner has filled in nicely with the palms and hibiscus plants (There's a cape honeysuckle in there too). It's too hot for them to flower right now but usually provide pink and red blooms in Spring/Fall. Just added the shade structure this week, which will likely house some potted plumerias and various succulents that like heat but not direct Phoenix sun in the middle of summer.

Is that iron staining on your top step?
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Excuse to buy smoker? Smoked peppers have many uses

I smoke Habanaros and ghost peppers, dehydrate and grind to powder. It's in my BBQ rubs, sauce, and I use it like pepper(not liberally) on my food. SO not so much.

Great in chili and lightly added to stews. adds a smoky heat that I add to cottage cheese.

Did I mention that I sell what I over produce? Brings in extra whiskey money.

Originally Posted by lewdog:
I have a Meyer Lemon tree too! I love it.

I have a huge jalapeno plant but think about adding a habenero. I don't know what I'd do with them though outside of making salsa.

Are you in Florida?

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Originally Posted by The Mayor:
Is that iron staining on your top step?

No. Just needs to be swept. Top step is susceptible to fungus as it's shallow and warm.
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Originally Posted by The Mayor:
Is that iron staining on your top step?

Originally Posted by eDave:
No. Just needs to be swept. Top step is susceptible to fungus as it's shallow and warm.

No it’s stained. Been that way since we bought the house. Plaster is discolored there and nothing changes it.
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Originally Posted by eDave:
hm

You have a suggestion for me?
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BOB...see you as a coord next year.
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watch minn get a safety called on them
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You’re fucking up the garden thread!
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Originally Posted by lewdog:
You’re fucking up the garden thread!

too many threads.

Brain in 5 different directions. Need a nap
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Originally Posted by lewdog:
You have a suggestion for me?

No and I wasn't bagging on it at all. Didn't expect it to be stained like that. Weird.
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Originally Posted by eDave:
No and I wasn't bagging on it at all. Didn't expect it to be stained like that. Weird.

No I honestly wanted to know if you knew how to get rid of it. lol.

I've tried but nothing works. Hard ass Phoenix water man!
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Originally Posted by lewdog:
No I honestly wanted to know if you knew how to get rid of it. lol.

I've tried but nothing works. Hard ass Phoenix water man!

Tried a magic eraser? We use it in stains on our above ground vinyl liner and does wonders. Not sure on a set in stain like that.
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Originally Posted by lewdog:
No I honestly wanted to know if you knew how to get rid of it. lol.

I've tried but nothing works. Hard ass Phoenix water man!

Someone once suggested bleach and I was all like "bitch, do you even know hat chlorine is?" I'd probably just resurface each step. Pebbletech or something offsetting. Can't believe you don't have a hoop. Looks refreshing!
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