Causes:Cedar-apple rust occurs when apple trees are grown close to Eastern red cedar and other junipers. Apple trees, Eastern red cedar trees, and junipers spread the disease to each other. The fungus overwinters in infected branches and galls on red cedar and juniper trees. In spring, the...
We get this question about 50-100 times a year at DeckStainHelp.com. Well, consumers want to know what causes the black stains to form around their nails or at the bottom of the metal furniture on their deck. Most are not aware that metal when it rusts, will turn black in wood. Na...
When restoring an older wood deck, it’s essential to prep the wood correctly. Not doing so can lead to premature failure of the new deck stain. No matter the brand or cost of a deck stain, it will not last as long as it should if it isn’t applied to a properly cleaned and prep...
for junipers.Diseasesthat can plague junipers include cedar-apple rust, cercospora blight, and twig blight. Remove the infected branches and use a fungicide to treat diseased plants. It's recommended that junipers be sprayed a few times a year with an anti-fungal product to prevent infection...
Ensure the trailer is in good condition, checking for rust or structural damage. Building From Scratch: If you’re starting from scratch, you’ll need to design a frame that suits your needs. This requires welding skills and understanding trailer dynamics, including weight distribution and axle ...
White Pine Blister Rust If you live in the north-east, you might have a white pine tree. These lovely native trees are usually easy to grow, but there is one serious disease that can attack them.This fungus attacks side branches, which die – creating ‘flags’ – and then spreads along...
Add a few friends to the mix for a truly festive time! Treat yourself to good wine. The most vivid and memorable attributes of a varietal (a wine made from a specific grape variety, such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay), a growing region, or a vintage are most easily discovered in ...
Add a few friends to the mix for a truly festive time! Treat yourself to good wine. The most vivid and memorable attributes of a varietal (a wine made from a specific grape variety, such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay), a growing region, or a vintage are most easily discovered in ...