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To stop fruit production, spray tree when flowers open

To prevent fruit production in an ornamental tree, spray the it with a chemical every year to get the fruit to drop when it’s still small. Spray the entire canopy of the tree when as many of the flowers are open as possible.

Las Vegans love their grills

Many people were stuck at home during the pandemic and decided to buy an outdoor grill for the first time or upgrade what they already had, says Pete Martin, sales representative at Barbeques Galore in Henderson.

Popularity of wallpaper on the rise

While the past decade has been all about toning things down with neutral grays and whites, wallpaper is being seen as a fun way to embellish style, add a splash of drama or create distinct spaces.

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With COVID abating, it’s time for deep clean

For almost three years, the COVID-19 pandemic has kept families in their homes. Now that life is returning to some normalcy, the house that has kept everyone safe and warm needs to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.

Variety of roofing material options in Las Vegas

Roof replacement is one of the biggest and most expensive renovation efforts for your home and one where homeowners have plenty of questions.

Spool is the answer to small yard

Spool is a blend of “spa” and “pool” and is used to describe a water feature that resembles a large hot tub but with powerful directional jets that create a current against which you can swim.

Colorful flowers will attract butterflies in spring, fall

When making a spot that attracts butterflies, choose a warm location out of the wind. Choose flowers in yellow, orange, red and pinks that bloom in spring or fall when it is cooler, and plant them in large numbers.

Good time to look for borers is after rainfall

Right after a rain is a good time to look for borers feeding in the moist cambium of fruit trees. It’s a good time to get out a sharp knife, sanitize and sharpen it, and remove these borers before they cause more damage.

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