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Many of the folks around Stockton have discovered the simple joys associated with a backyard gardening. Top of the list would be all the benefits of having an abundant source of fresh vegetables and fruits available literally within arms reach. It’s hard to avoid eating a salad when you can pick it from your own backyard! The other benefit is the decent workout you get from gardening. Taking part in any physical activity is a good activity but working in the garden shouldn’t be a back-breaking chore. Approach it with a sense of fun and by all means get the kids involved!
If you’re just starting out your backyard garden for the first time you want to make sure you keep it clean. This especially applies to areas around fruit tree. If fruit falls and you’re not going to toss it into the fridge for later then you want to pick it up to avoid it rotting on the ground. Fallen fruit can attract all kinds of unwanted critters so it’s best to get rid of it ASAP.
You’ll get more production out of your peppers, squash and eggplant if you pick then when they’re ready. In other words, make room for the new batch as soon as you can. Another way to stimulate growth is to feed your plants bone meal or other types of fertilizers that are high in phosphate. Yes, even our plants can benefit from a supplement or two.
Just because summer is winding down doesn’t mean you have to stop growing. California has the best climates for all kinds of year-round gardening. The fall is the perfect time for broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower and celery.
Of course before any serious gardening work can begin you have to clear a patch. That might mean some serious digging. It’s also a good idea to replace your old soil with new soil especially if you haven’t done any gardening before. Soil is the major source of nutrients for plants. Once they’ve begun a pattern of growing, plants have a way of replenishing that soil but you give your garden a boost by replacing dry dirt with several inches of nutrient rich top soil. Getting rid of the old dirt won’t be a problem when you give Junk King Stockton a ring.
Although Junk King specializes in the removal of household clutter, they are also experts in dirt removal and hauling. Getting rid of dirt isn’t as easy as moving it from one pile to another. It has to be carted off in containers and then disposed of in a proper dumping zone. Junk King knows all about this. Doesn’t it make much better sense to let Junk King take away your dirt instead of piling it up in the back of your SUV? Of course it does! And in that same dirt removal appointment Junk King can also get rid of the rest of your clutter. How does your garden grow? Free of junk of course!
Yes, mom and dad, it’s time to celebrate. The start of a new school year is just around the corner! That means a time honored tradition of shopping for school supplies. Depending on what grade your youngster is heading into there might be a need for a new laptop or computer. Nowadays, many schools are allowing students to bring in their laptops and Smartphones to incorporate into a lesson. Instead of running away from technology they’re embracing it. What these educators are finding out is that the kids are becoming more engaged when they can work with familiar tools. And we all know how smart our kids are when it comes to computer usage.
What’s down in your basement? Could you film a horror movie down there and create plenty of scares? A lot of folks don’t think much about their basements beyond the place to put their washing machine and dryer. However, with a little effort and a dash of TLC you can turn your basement into the best room in the house. All it takes is a little imagination and not being bogged down by obstacles.
Now that spring has officially sprung and summer is just around the corner, the sound of lawn mowers fill the air. This can inspire you to gaze out into your own backyard to consider the possibilities. Is it time for some new patio furniture? If so, then you might benefit from the following shopping tips.
According to the Stockton Municipal Code “it is unlawful for any person in the City to throw or deposit any recyclable material, green waste, rubbish or waste matter or to cause the same to be thrown or deposited upon any street.” What they are saying is you can’t dump garbage in the street. They go on to explain this because “the Public Works Municipal Service Center is responsible for maintaining the City’s public right-of-ways. This includes keeping the public streets, alleys and sidewalks free of debris and weeds.”
A common site among your Stockton neighbors during the weekend are various yard sales. This is a great way for anyone to get rid of junk and maybe put a few dollars in their pocket. Anyone who is having a yard sale increases their chances of traffic by encouraging other neighbors to have a sale during the same weekend. If you can get the whole block engaged in one big community sale, you’ll be in really good shape to draw in potential customers. The one drawback with a yard sale is that whatever you don’t sell you have to drag back into your home at the end of the day. Of course, you can always throw all that junk away since you don’t want it any more but that’s not always practical. Instead, you’ll probably try again next weekend or when you get more junk!
Recently it was reported that seven cars were stolen from a Stockton auto repair lot. Fortunately, the owner of those stolen cars was able to locate his vehicles at a chop shop not far from his own lot. In case you never heard of the term “chop shop” before it refers to an illegal garage whose sole purpose is to take stolen vehicles and dismantled them down to the hubcaps. In this particular crime a batch of Volvos, Mercedes and BMWs were swiped from Automeister, a Stockton area dealer that specializes in engine repairs on those types of cars. One of the owners got a tip as to where these stolen cars might’ve been taken. It only took him a few hours to track them down within the same community. He called up the California Highway Patrol to handle the rest of the matter. One of the cars recovered was a 68 Volvo Alcoriza that the owner drove in high school.
We’ve all have said at least once in our life that “time flies.” Wasn’t it just Christmas? Now spring is officially just a few weeks away and you won’t be able to escape the idea of tackling a spring cleaning project. A lot of this has to do with the simple act of opening up a window. When you let that fresh air in a gives you a chance to take a look around your surroundings and think about what else needs freshening up. If you’re the type of person who doesn’t like to clean you’re certainly not alone. But a comprehensive spring cleaning of your home can leave you refreshed and invigorated. The key is not to become overwhelmed with the enormity of the project.