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by edslawn
July 16th, 2022, 8:50 am
Forum: Water cooler
Topic: I Dislike This Phone
Replies: 12
Views: 2241

Re: I Dislike This Phone

What is it with Samsung and removing the SD card from upper-end phones? OK, I get it. They're not the fastest. I could use a USB-C drive if I want to offload photos other than to my computer, like on a trip. But they're cheap, mean I can skimp just a bit on (expensive) flash memory, and store TONS ...
by edslawn
July 16th, 2022, 8:35 am
Forum: Water cooler
Topic: I Dislike This Phone
Replies: 12
Views: 2241

Re: I Dislike This Phone

I bought a Samsung Galaxy A12 last year as my first cell phone ever (I'm tech-avoidant until I suddenly go tech-dependent). It's not that I hate it--hate is a strong word--but it only has 16 Gb of storage, 3 Gb of RAM, and it's not exactly what I'd call fast. The camera is...OK. I rapidly started u...
by edslawn
July 16th, 2022, 8:27 am
Forum: Other/Misc
Topic: Rabbits
Replies: 26
Views: 2872

Re: Rabbits

I haven't tried, but wouldn't think so. Voles are a subterranean meat. For that, try the following: 1 gallon water 1-2 oz castor oil (Soaper's Choice has castor oil cheaper but you can get smaller amounts at the drug store in the baby laxative aisle; kept dark and room temperature, lifespan is 5+ y...
by edslawn
July 5th, 2022, 9:09 am
Forum: Other/Misc
Topic: Rabbits
Replies: 26
Views: 2872

Re: Rabbits

I haven't tried, but wouldn't think so. Voles are a subterranean meat. For that, try the following: 1 gallon water 1-2 oz castor oil (Soaper's Choice has castor oil cheaper but you can get smaller amounts at the drug store in the baby laxative aisle; kept dark and room temperature, lifespan is 5+ y...
by edslawn
June 23rd, 2022, 7:57 am
Forum: Cool-season grasses
Topic: Triclopyr safe to use near hydrangea?
Replies: 8
Views: 427

Re: Triclopyr safe to use near hydrangea?

I would call domyown.com and ask them about this. It seems like it wouldn't be a problem if you follow the label, but why not call the 800#?
by edslawn
June 20th, 2022, 8:49 am
Forum: Cool-season grasses
Topic: 2022: What Did You Do On Your Lawn Today?
Replies: 213
Views: 20050

Re: 2022: What Did You Do On Your Lawn Today?

Also pondering whether or not to apply any more late-spring fertilizer. Trying to balance the line between supplying enough fertilizer to keep the grass growing without pushing lush growth when the heat of summer arrives to just encourage fungal diseases. Probably should have been applying Serenade...
by edslawn
June 19th, 2022, 11:14 pm
Forum: Lawn Renovations
Topic: llO0DQLE Front Lawn 2022
Replies: 12
Views: 2311

Re: llO0DQLE Front Lawn 2022

It can be hard to keep up sometimes and heartbreaking when it starts to go wrong. Good luck with your efforts!
by edslawn
June 16th, 2022, 6:19 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Is it important to raise/lower the small wheels on mower deck?
Replies: 6
Views: 1025

Re: Is it important to raise/lower the small wheels on mower deck?

Thanks so much for the info/pics. Aside from scalping the lawn a bit though, and I guess possible damaging/dulling blades, any other major damage that might occur to tractor if I keep the scalp wheels too high? You sort of answered your question... scalp wheels are for scalping protection :). If yo...
by edslawn
June 16th, 2022, 12:44 pm
Forum: Cool-season grasses
Topic: Mosquito Joe Alternative
Replies: 34
Views: 3393

Re: Mosquito Joe Alternative

used it 2 or three times so far this season, works great obviously the ppe is up to you, i just wear a mask and glasses like the mosquito joe folks, and try to be carefull and contain the spray to the extent possible along property lines etc.... it works just as shown in the videos on there website...
by edslawn
June 15th, 2022, 6:55 pm
Forum: Trees
Topic: Japanese maple
Replies: 11
Views: 1041

Re: Japanese maple

So, are you feeling lucky weed? Go ahead make my day!

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by edslawn
June 15th, 2022, 6:43 pm
Forum: Cool-season grasses
Topic: Mosquito Joe Alternative
Replies: 34
Views: 3393

Re: Mosquito Joe Alternative

the solution is right here https://mosquitosnipersystem.com/ cheap and works great, attaches to whatever blower you have. Crazy the stuff people come up with! :) Are you using it? My fear would be the risk of blasting the pesticides all over the place. I'd want a full head covering and face mask to...
by edslawn
June 15th, 2022, 6:37 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Is it important to raise/lower the small wheels on mower deck?
Replies: 6
Views: 1025

Re: Is it important to raise/lower the small wheels on mower deck?

Part 2... This is your front scalp protection https://i.postimg.cc/vgFjtWBH/frontscalp.jpg Here is where I level my deck (front of the tractor) https://i.postimg.cc/jCTmWQmM/leveling-points.jpg Here are the nice brass scalp wheels that I bought. Not cheap but they work great (keep 'em greased): http...
by edslawn
June 15th, 2022, 6:34 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Is it important to raise/lower the small wheels on mower deck?
Replies: 6
Views: 1025

Re: Is it important to raise/lower the small wheels on mower deck?

ok, I think you mean the scalping wheels on your deck, and I have a process to set and maintain them. I have a cub cadet garden tractor and my 2 acres are hilly and uneven, so I worry about this a lot. Here are a few things to consider based on my experience (generally screwing these things up first...
by edslawn
June 14th, 2022, 7:56 pm
Forum: Soil management and compost forum
Topic: How long after applications should I Soil test?
Replies: 6
Views: 1296

Re: How long after applications should I Soil test?

Thank you Andy, While I agree with your statement now, I made the lime application based on the initial soil test before I found this site. The silver lining being, I found this site in search for answers to the original soil test and won't make that mistake again. If you were me, would you test th...
by edslawn
June 14th, 2022, 7:48 pm
Forum: Cool-season grasses
Topic: Vent and ask for advice about a flip next-door
Replies: 11
Views: 551

Re: Vent and ask for advice about a flip next-door

I would contact the building dept of your township. In my township soil they will shut you down for not controlling erosion. I appreciate it. I have been in contact with them already. Long story short, the person in charge is very responsive. However, I have documented all of my attempts (12 total)...
by edslawn
June 12th, 2022, 11:53 am
Forum: Cool-season grasses
Topic: Mosquito Joe Alternative
Replies: 34
Views: 3393

Re: Mosquito Joe Alternative

Update on this... I have 2 acres along a creek with main yard fenced in. Lately, mosquito activity has been picking up and I've been lazy about spraying. Yesterday, I used the 4-gallon backpack to spray 2 gallons of Bifen IT mix (1 oz/gallon) in the areas near the water and some bushes in shaded are...
by edslawn
June 10th, 2022, 7:59 pm
Forum: Cool-season grasses
Topic: Mosquito Joe Alternative
Replies: 34
Views: 3393

Re: Mosquito Joe Alternative

I use Bifen and it works. Also, be careful to take away all of the standing water sources.
by edslawn
June 10th, 2022, 7:54 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Honda Creates 151-MPH Lawn Mower. Why? Because They Can
Replies: 3
Views: 691

Re: Honda Creates 151-MPH Lawn Mower. Why? Because They Can

The wife's been asking me what I want for father's day...hmm
by edslawn
June 7th, 2022, 12:55 pm
Forum: Cool-season grasses
Topic: Fall Nitrogen Regimens
Replies: 1227
Views: 200139

Re: Fall Nitrogen Regimens

"How do you solve a problem like Urea?" Yeah, it's usually just labeled "urea" with 46-0-0 on it. Mine also has "fertilizer grade" and a biuret percentage on it--mine's well-labeled. But if it says urea and has the aforementioned numbers, it's fast-release, and pure urea. Do. Not. Spill. On. Lawn. ...
by edslawn
June 6th, 2022, 6:36 pm
Forum: Cool-season grasses
Topic: Fall Nitrogen Regimens
Replies: 1227
Views: 200139

Re: Fall Nitrogen Regimens

southern-ct-4 wrote:
June 6th, 2022, 3:06 pm
Also, to clarify, I'm referring to fast release urea. I'll have to check the bag closer and see what else it might say.
Looks good to me. Same thing that I apply.