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Landscaping

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 much is an eight of an Acer?

One acre equals approximately 43,560 square feet. An eighth of an acre would then equal approximately 5,445 square feet.

What can you cover dirt with to keep it in place?

There are various different things that can be used to cover dirt to keep it in place, but the simplest is gravel. Paving stones also work.

What is the typical hourly pay rate for an amateur landscape gardener?

The average hourly pay rate for an amateur landscape gardener depends on the area and the demand for landscape gardeners. For example, in Dallas a non-driving landscape gardener would average $15.00 per hour.

Where can one download free landscape design software?

BBC has a program called Virtual Garden Designer, but the free version is some what limited. Better Homes and Gardens does have a low cost software package that has very good reviews and is extremely easy and simple to use. Spending a small amount of money might be worth it.

Where can one find garden landscape ideas?

A great place to find garden landscape ideas is through books like Better Homes & Garden and Gardening & Landscape Design or magazines like Country Gardens and Home and Garden. Also a quick search on Google or Bing might help.

How many cu ft in 1 bag of mulch?

Depends on the size of the bag. BUT, typical bags of mulch at places such as Home Depot weigh about 40 pounds and contain 2 cubic feet of mulch.

What do landscape designers do?

They design anything from the layout of someones garden right up to designing massive areas of land such as parks.

So on a small scale they would maybe planout your garden at home,maybe putting in a pond & laying out flower beds etc.On a larger scale they could be making man made hills planning & digging out lakes with fountains waterfalls & even planting forests.

What are landscape artists names?

claude monet - he uses short brush strokes to show a good use of colour

david hockney - he shows block colors and doesnt use much tone at all

hokusai - his work is very graphic but still has a lot of detail

whistler - he does more rural lanscapes using dull colours and his paintings are usually quite blurry

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Why does running water account for the greatest changes on the landscape?

because when the water runs off it runs off into landscaping which accounts for why landscaping is changed by water

Why do snowbanks shrink on a cold windy winter day without melting?

The snowbanks mostly shrink through the compaction of snow, aided by the evaporation of liquid water. Some may actually sublime, where the snow is absorbed into the air as water vapor (the snow absorbs photons from sunlight and the molecules of ice enter the air).

How much does a landscaper cost?

All depends on what you plan to do. Here are some average costs : leveling your property is around $150 to $300, flower bed around $20 to $80 and $100 to $400 for trees.

Why is the 5 lb pick tool on a pick axe I saw in a home improvement store attached about 2 inches down from the end of the handle?

It's a matter of positioning the head so that the handle can withstand the forces generated when the ax head strikes something. The energy involved could pry the head off the end of the handle or even snap the end of the handle off.

I usually see that the handle fits in a hole in the ax head, and the end of the handle is too big around to fit through the hole. This way the head is secure and one can swing away without too much fear of the head flying off.

Why did water come up from the ground when a truck drove over your lawn?

Probably busted water line, sewer pipe, or septic tank. Then again it might be a natural source, like an Artesian well, but the odds of that are slim.

Why does the chain on my chainsaw keep jumping off?

The chain must be too big. You should be able to tighten it, if not take off a tooth or two. If that still doesn't work, you may need a new chain.

How much area can a 100 lb bag of seed cover?

A 100 lb bag of grass seed will cover approximately 10,000 square feet. Make sure to read the instructions and purchase the seed that best matches the area (i.e. sun, shade, etc.).

How to reverse effects of plants accidentally watered with salt water?

Flush the area immediately with fresh water to help mitigate salt damage. Gypsum can also be applied to help displace the sodium with calcium. Eventually, organic matter can be tilled into the soil for added benefit.

How do you camouflage an outdoor ac unit?

You can use natural foliage or fencing. Low shrubs and bushes can be planted around them. Make sure to keep them trimmed back away from the unit to allow full air flow. The fencing can be integrated with the bushes. Both will help muffle the sounds as well.

Where can you find free bricks?

You can look around you at renovation and demolition sites. It is easy to find there free bricks. Think also to classified.

Why has lawn gone yellow and will it recover?

Yellowing lawns can be indicative of many different problems. Poor soil, nutrient deficiencies, drought, improper care and maintenance, fungal disease, and insect infestation can all manifest as discolored, yellow grass. Thorough investigation is required and the process of elimination will help determine the root cause, which in most cases can be rectified.