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Landscaping is defined as any artistic activity that transforms the physical features of a land area. It may include contouring and planting shrubs, flowers or trees. Considered both a science and an art, it involves good observation and design skills.

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How does the long island landscape parallel the internal struggles of the main characters?

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The Long Island landscape in "The Great Gatsby" reflects the illusion of wealth and extravagance, mirroring the characters' superficiality and pursuit of materialism. The sprawling mansions and pristine lawns mask deep-seated desires and emotional emptiness of the characters, mirroring their internal struggles with identity, love, and the American Dream. The superficial beauty of the landscape serves as a facade for the characters' inner conflicts and ultimately contributes to their downfall.

When was Blott on the Landscape created?

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"Blott on the Landscape" was a British television series that aired from February to March 1985.

What does powder coated steel frame mean?

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A powder coated steel frame refers to a steel frame that has been coated with a powder-like substance and then cured under heat to create a durable and protective layer. This coating helps to resist corrosion, scratches, and fading, making the steel frame more resistant to wear and tear and increasing its lifespan. It also provides a smooth and attractive finish.

Skills need to be a landscaper?

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Many landscape architects areself-employed. Self-discipline, business acumen, and good marketing skills are important qualities for those who choose to open their own business. Even with these qualities, however, some may struggle while building a client base.

The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for a landscape architect.

Almost every state requires landscape architects to be licensed. While requirements vary among the states, they usually include a degree in landscape architecture from an accredited school, work experience, and the passage of the Landscape Architect Registration Exam.

Education and training. A bachelor's or master's degree in landscape architecture usually is necessary for entry into the profession. There are two undergraduate professional degrees: a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) and a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BSLA). These usually require four or five years of study in design, construction techniques, art, history, natural and social sciences. There are generally two types of graduate degree programs. For those who hold an undergraduate degree in a field other than landscape architecture and intend to become landscape architecture practitioners, the Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) typically takes three years of full-time study. Those who hold undergraduate degrees in landscape architecture can earn their MLA in two years.

In 2007, 61 colleges and universities offered 79 undergraduate and graduate programs in landscape architecture that were accredited by the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board of the American Society of Landscape Architects. Courses required in these programs usually include subjects such as surveying, landscape design and construction, landscape ecology, site design, and urban and regional planning. Other courses include history of landscape architecture, plant and soil science, geology, professional practice, and general management. The design studio is another important aspect of many curriculums. Whenever possible, students are assigned real projects, providing them with valuable hands-on experience. While working on these projects, students become proficient in the use of computer-aided design, geographic information systems, and video simulation.

Licensure and certification. As of January 2008, 49 states required landscape architects to be licensed. Licensing is based on the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (L.A.R.E.), sponsored by the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards and administered in two portions, graphic and multiple choice. Admission to the exam usually requires a degree from an accredited school plus 1 to 4 years of work experience under the supervision of a licensed landscape architect, although standards vary from State to State. For those without an accredited landscape architecture degree, most states provide alternative paths to qualify to take the L.A.R.E., usually requiring more work experience. Currently, 15 States require that a State examination be passed in addition to the L.A.R.E. to satisfy registration requirements. State examinations focus on laws, environmental regulations, plants, soils, climate, and any other characteristics unique to the State.

Because requirements for licensure are not uniform, landscape architects may find it difficult to transfer their registration from one State to another. However, those who meet the national standards of graduating from an accredited program, serving 3 years of internship under the supervision of a registered landscape architect, and passing the L.A.R.E. can satisfy requirements in most States. By meeting national requirements, a landscape architect can also obtain certification from the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards which can be useful in obtaining reciprocal licensure in other states.

In States where licensure is required, new hires may be called "apprentices" or "intern landscape architects" until they become licensed. Their duties vary depending on the type and size of the employing firm. They may do project research or prepare working drawings, construction documents, or base maps of the area to be designed. Some are allowed to participate in the actual design of a project. However, interns must perform all work under the supervision of a licensed landscape architect. Additionally, all drawings and specifications must be signed and sealed by the licensed landscape architect, who takes legal responsibility for the work. After gaining experience and becoming licensed, landscape architects usually can carry a design through all stages of development.

Many States require some form of continuing education to maintain a license. Requirements usually involve the completion of workshops, seminars, formal university classes, conferences, self-study courses, or other classes.

The Federal Government does not require its landscape architects to be licensed. Candidates for entry positions with the Federal Government should have a bachelor's or master's degree in landscape architecture.

Other qualifications. People planning a career in landscape architecture should appreciate nature, enjoy working with their hands, and possess strong analytical skills. Creative vision and artistic talent also are desirable qualities. Good oral communication skills are essential. Landscape architects must be able to convey their ideas to other professionals and clients and to make presentations before large groups. Strong writing skills also are valuable, as is knowledge of computer applications of all kinds, including word processing, desktop publishing, and spreadsheets. Landscape architects use these tools to develop presentations, proposals, reports, and land impact studies for clients, colleagues, and superiors. Landscape architects must also be able to draft and design using CAD software. Many employers recommend that prospective landscape architects complete at least one summer internship with a landscape architecture firm to hone their technical skills and to gain an understanding of the day-to-day operations of the business, including how to win clients, generate fees, and work within a budget.

Advancement. After several years, landscape architects may become project managers, taking on the responsibility for meeting schedules and budgets, in addition to overseeing the project design. Later, they may become associates or partners of a firm, with a proprietary interest in the business.

Those with landscape architecture training also qualify for jobs closely related to landscape architecture, and may, after gaining some experience, become construction supervisors, land or environmental planners, or landscape consultants.

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What is the average salary in landscaping?

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It really depends on a lot of different things. The economy is not the greatest at the moment and many people are unable to afford landscaping right now. However if you are located in an area with a higher economy you have the potential to make a lot of money. landscapers with the right equipment such as boom trucks, roller, digger derricks etc are more likely to receive the larger jobs that pay well. A typical home would cost around $5,000.00 for landscaping excluding materials. There is a lot of potential.

What do landscapers charge?

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$8.50 per hour

How much do landscapers make in a year?

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An average landscaper laborer can range $12 to $15 for unskilled to $20 to $25 for skilled. A worker owner and two employees can make as much as $100,000 to $150,000. Depends on how motivated he or she is.

What are the Best plants for landscaping?

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the best plants for landscaping are plants that last year round and are not difficult to keep up. Regular maintenance is not something that most people want so keep it simple for the owners.

What do ivy leaves mean?

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Allergies, beauty, caution, dependability, faithfulness, and sustainability are what ivy (Hedera spp) leaves mean. Ivy foliage can inspire both admiration and opposition since leaves may provoke allergic reactions among the susceptible and yet also provide reliable year-round landscaping interesting as an evergreen climber and ground-cover.

What is the landscape of the plains?

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The wildlife that live in the interior plains include gophers, prairie dogs, snakes, mice, mule deer, pronghorn antelopes, brown bears, wolves, elks, moose and caribou.

What are the advantages of the hagunoy plant?

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Culinary, medicinal, ornamental and pesticidal are the advantages of the hagunoy plant.

Specifically, the plant in question (Acmella oleracea) can be found growing natively in tropical Brazil. It is known for its attractive flower and foliage and upright growth. In addition to ornamentation in the landscape, the plant offers its flowers for flavoring tobacco, offsetting chilli and pepper and repelling insect pests; its leaves for flavoring salads and stews, and its flowers and leaves for soothing toothaches.

What is wild treeless landscape covered with grass and heather?

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A Moor is a treeless landscape covered with grass and heather.

What use value does kudzu have?

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That kudzu [Pueraria lobata] enriches the soil, provides ground cover, and serves as a nutritious food source are three ways that many identify as to how the plant is helpful. Specifically, kudzu shares membership in the Fabaceae family with beans and peas. That means that, unlike many crops and plants outside that family, kudzu makes nutritious, vital nitrogen available to the underground food web of soil, roots and critters. Secondly, kudzu grows where many other plants can't. In fact, it even manages to thrive. Thirdly, particularly the young shoots are a healthy, free, delicious, accessible food source for wildlife ... and humans!

What is the definition of manure?

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Manure is animal waste applied as a fertilizer.

Where do juniper bushes grow?

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There are a variety of trees known as junipers. The most common variety in Northern Nevada is also known as mountain mahogany, because the wood is fairly hard and gnarled. These are scrubby evergreen trees that reach a maximum height between 20 and 30 feet (6 to 9 meters).

Some varieties of juniper may reach as high as 130 feet (about 40 meters).

What is peat moss?

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Peat moss is just made up of one of several types of moss in the genus Sphagnum. These plants enjoy growing in wet places, and have become used horticulturally on their own or in potting mixes because of their water retention abilities.

How do you keep crabgrass from coming back?

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Crabgrass can be very annoying and can turn a perfectly fine lawn into a disaster if not treated immediately. There are several options for crabgrass removal.

First option: If the crabgrass is localized to few areas of the lawn they do sell sprays that will destroy ONLY crabgrass. Bayer makes a very good crabgrass spray that you will be able to pick up at a Home Depot or Lowe's. Once the problem grass is gone, you can spot seed and get real grass back.

Second option: Once again, if the crabgrass is localized to few areas of the lawn to may be able to just pull the crabgrass out by hand. A little more labor intensive, but will save you a few bucks. Once problem grass is gone, just spot seed. Also make sure if you are spot seeding that you scratch the dirt up a bit on the areas you are seeding. Once seed is put down, very gently back-rake the spot ( if the area is tiny you can use your hands to just try to cover the seed with a LITTLE bit of dirt just to hold it in place ). Back-raking is just taking a rake, and putting on its backside. Make sure to water daily. A little bit of peat moss works great for retaining water.

Third option: If the crabgrass has taken over more than half of your lawn, you may need to till the affected areas. After tilling, remove the crabgrass with a grading rake. Then seed the area and start new. This will be the worst case scenario though.

What does Little Princess spirea look like?

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there are many types of spirea. It is a small to medium growth woody shrub. It is cold hardy and summer blooming varieties should be pruned almost to the ground (leaving several good growth points but removing excesivelly old and hardened wood) annually, Late winter (feb-mar). you can obviously search for photos and get more info at any number of sites. (Daves garden is user friendly and very informative, make sure you search by common name. and notice the search for plants button is in the middle of the screen and kind of small)

When is the best time to cut down a mostly dead tree to avoid disturbing nests?

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All of the birds that nest in my yard start nesting in the early spring shortly after the last frost. They have finished by April, but I live in the South.

Only one hawk nests around here in the winter.

Still I would imagine in your area like this area birds start nesting shortly after spring arrives. When you see the same bird hanging out at the same place in the morning, that is because she is guarding her nest. When she moves away, her fledglings have gone. When there are no birds just hanging out, that is because they are no longer nesting.

How do you stop privet hedge growing?

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Privet is a tough, resilient, and somewhat invasive shrub that seems almost indestructible. To stop privet from growing, the entire root system must be removed after a herbicide has been applied, and branches and stumps removed.

What is the use of trees on the roadside?

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Trees have numerous uses on roadsides, though it may depend on the density and alignment of the trees in how effective they are for any specific purpose:

1. Aesthetic, trees (generally) look nice. Trees and flowers can have a calming effect on drivers and promote a pleasant work commute for frequent drivers.

2. Wind / Dust / Snow screen. Trees can help break up incoming wind from surrounding areas, this may help prevent some of the problems caused by dust or snow blowing across the road. In areas without trees you may see wind/snow screens (fibrous plastic netting) used to attempt the same thing. Or mixing netting with trees can produce a screen while making it look better than an ugly plastic net by itself, and the trees may also act as additional anchoring points for the screen.

3. Natural drainage and/or soil erosion prevention. Trees will soak up some of the natural water in an area and along with other plants will help keep an area from becoming swampy or smelling bad from sitting pools of water. Or if the water is flowing frequently than the trees can be used to help keep soil anchored in place so that it does not completely erode an area quickly. While trees alone are not enough to keep water from either building up or washing away the soil, they can be used as part of an overall plan at handling water issues in a natural way.

4. Sound screen. If a roadway is near housing, there are really only three options to try and manage the sound levels: Walls, trees or a mixture of both. Depending on how far the housing is from the road and the level of traffic on the road it may be beneficial to reduce noise levels for the comfort of residents. Walls and trees (alone or in combination) are commonly used to help absorb some of the noise levels.

5. Pollution reduction. Cars create carbon dioxide, trees absorb it and turn it back into oxygen. With enough trees a highway's pollution levels can be reduced and help discourage smog from forming in high traffic areas. Some of the smoggiest cities in the world have highways systems that predate the now common practice of adding trees to roadsides during their building process. Cities with the largest density of trees near their roadsides consistently have better scores on air pollution tests. Trees alone will not solve pollution problems, but they are a measurable step in the right direction.

A highway engineer could probably list even more reasons for trees, but the bottom line: they are a helpful attempt at combating several of the drawbacks of building roadsides while also improving the overall look of the area.

Will gardenia plants freeze at 30 degrees?

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Gardenias are sensitive to cold. Since 30 degrees is 2 degrees below freezing, gardenias would need to be covered.

Where is the largest crape myrtle tree?

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McKinney TX USA