Gardening

Brew strong black tea, Soak steel wool in vinegar overnight, Sand the new fence boards lightly, Apply black tea to boards, Let tea dry completely, Apply vinegar and steel wool

Choose a sunny location, Decide on container or raised bed, Measure and mark the area, Clear the ground of grass and debris, Build or place containers or bed, Line the

Inspect and repair roof decking, Install drip edge along eaves, Roll out and secure underlayment, Install drip edge along rakes, Mark chalk lines for shingle alignment, Start shingle installation at

Choose a flowering plant suited for bright indoor light, Select a pot with drainage holes, Fill pot with appropriate potting soil, Plant the flowering plant in the pot, Water

Identify the plant type, Inspect for dead or diseased branches, Sanitize your tools, Remove dead or damaged wood, Cut back overgrown branches, Thin out crowded areas, Shape the plant, Make angled cuts

Inspect plants for common issues, Check soil moisture and drainage, Test soil pH levels, Remove affected leaves, Apply appropriate treatment, Improve airflow around plants, Water consistently, Add mulch around base, Stake or cage

Understand what pressure-treated lumber is, Check the type of treatment used, Research EPA and USDA guidelines, Compare with untreated or naturally rot-resistant wood, Decide if a liner is needed, Inspect

Check your USDA hardiness zone, Review monthly planting guides, Select appropriate seeds, Prepare garden beds or containers, Start seeds indoors if needed, Label all plantings, Water newly planted seeds, Apply mulch to

Identify the pest, Remove visible pests by hand, Apply neem oil spray, Use dish soap spray, Sprinkle diatomaceous earth, Set sticky traps, Introduce companion plants, Prune affected areas, Clean garden debris, Rotate crops, Inspect plants

Wear gloves and inspect the area, Pull visible weeds by hand, Use a hoe to loosen soil, Remove weed roots and debris, Lay cardboard or newspaper, Wet the paper to