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@jaydles - I agree with Arlen. I love to garden. But I am not into the organic farming thing. This one is just about gardening in general. (If that one dropped the organic tag and just became gardening and farming then this proposal would be redundant.) – Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 21:51
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Changed to add landscaping. Vote this up if you approve. – Vaccano Jul 26 '10 at 17:38
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I think that indoor plant care should be indicated in the description. "Gardening" and "landscaping" seem to exclude it. Please vote up if you agree – Alex B Apr 14 '11 at 14:19
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120 Example Questions (16 closed)

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What tools should every gardener have in their shed? [closed]
added by acrosman Jul 1 '10 at 3:17
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closed as off topic by Echo, random, jmoeller, neilfein, Dan Aug 12 '10 at 7:33

This question does not relate to the topic of the proposal.
It was closed as part of an automated migration of off-topic to close votes on September 29, 2011.

Leading down the garden path of not a real question and a gab-fest. – random Jul 12 '10 at 5:35
It would make a great community wiki though. The Home Improvement site has a similar question, and it's the highest ranked on the site. – Doresoom Aug 3 '10 at 15:51
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My grapefruit tree bears lots of fruit but it is much more acidic than shop-bought fruit. Can I do anything about it?
added by William Jul 8 '10 at 10:56
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personally, I'd like my grapefruit to be a bit more acidic than is available in the stores.. but that's just a preference :) – warren Jul 8 '10 at 13:48
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Why are the tips of my chilli plant leaves going yellow?
added by Dan Jul 14 '10 at 15:08
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How can I save seeds for the next growing season?
added by ceejayoz Jul 22 '10 at 17:31
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My strawberries touch the ground and go bad before they ripen. How can I solve this?
added by ceejayoz Jul 22 '10 at 17:33
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Is there an organic approach to "discourage" snails from eating my fruit and vegetable crops?
added by Rowland Shaw, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Oct 4 '10 at 20:48
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Isn't there an organic board for this? There will obviously be some overlap. – neilfein Aug 12 '10 at 5:09
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I live in South Florida and would like to transform my landscape to predominantly native plants. Any suggestions on resources for plant material?
added by Cam Collins Jul 30 '10 at 17:57
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Good example of an off-topic question; it's too regional the way it's worded. – neilfein Aug 12 '10 at 5:09
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I don't understand why regionality is so taboo on stackexchange. The answer changes with region and the questioner wants an answer pertinent to his or her needs. I don't see a regional question as being off-topic. – Mashmagar Aug 12 '10 at 17:48
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I have a cabin in a mountainous area of northern Georgia (USA). What is the best kind of grass for a lawn here?
added by Kristopher Johnson Aug 7 '10 at 20:10
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Is it good for tomato plants to tie them to the cages, or should I just let them grow freely within the cage?
added by neilfein Aug 10 '10 at 7:00
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What are some good ground cover plants for shaded, moist areas that are resistent to slugs in zone [x]?
added by Dan Aug 12 '10 at 7:39
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Any good strategies for keep moles, field mice, etc out of your garden?
added by Dan Aug 12 '10 at 7:41
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Have you had any experiance with robotic lawn mowers? Can you recommend one?
added by Dan Aug 12 '10 at 7:45
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How can I improve the soil around my shrubs without damaging their roots?
added by Mal Ross Aug 14 '10 at 17:54
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How to breed ladybugs for keeping my plants free of aphids?
added by Peter Aug 23 '10 at 16:56
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What is a good non-grass low-growing groundcover for a moderate climate?
added by In the Booley House, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Oct 4 '10 at 20:40
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What might cause my green bell peppers to not fruit while the big jims and jalapeno 2 ft away are producing faster than I can eat?
added by mbowles Sep 3 '10 at 13:12
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Can weeds be put into compost, or will they grow again when the compost is used?
added by WileCau Nov 2 '10 at 7:34
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How do I get rid of Morning Glory (it is choking out my peas)?
added by Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 22:06
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What Hardiness Zone am I in? (This would be an FAQ)
added by Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 22:13
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usna.usda.gov/Hardzone/ushzmap.html could be referenced for north America. – Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 22:13
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Where can I buy a good shovel? [closed]
added by Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 22:20
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closed as off topic by Palmin, radius, Doresoom, tengu, onnodb Jun 25 '10 at 7:03

This question does not relate to the topic of the proposal.
It was closed as part of an automated migration of off-topic to close votes on September 29, 2011.
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How will adding gypsum to my lawn help the soil?
added by Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 22:27
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Can I eat the purslane that grows as a weed in my garden?
added by Niall C. Jun 3 '10 at 0:01
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When is the best time of year to cut trees for firewood? [closed]
added by Palmin Jun 17 '10 at 18:52
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closed as off topic by tengu, DJClayworth, Vaccano, William, acrosman Jul 16 '10 at 13:27

This question does not relate to the topic of the proposal.
It was closed as part of an automated migration of off-topic to close votes on September 29, 2011.

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Timber industry is not gardening. – DJClayworth Jun 26 '10 at 18:15
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But most gardens have some trees in them, that will need cutting at somepoint. So if the garden owner has a wood burner, this would be a reasonble question. – Ian Jun 28 '10 at 21:21
Wood-burner questions are appearing at the Home Improvement / DIY forum at meta.diy.stackexchange.com - but there's quite a few questions in meta there about the overlap between DIY and gardening. – Jeremy McGee Aug 9 '10 at 5:55
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How do you know when a strawberry is ripe to be picked?
added by Echo Jun 22 '10 at 16:31
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I have patches of brown, dead leaves appearing on my Japanese Box hedge. It looks like it is dying. What should I do?
added by user9857 Jul 14 '10 at 22:40
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How early should I start seeds indoors?
added by ceejayoz Jul 22 '10 at 17:28
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What is the benefit of the "three sisters" planting method?
added by ceejayoz Jul 22 '10 at 17:28
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My lawn has a sun-facing hill that is too steep to mow. I'd like to plant something interesting there. Any suggestions?
added by Kristopher Johnson Aug 7 '10 at 20:08
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My tomato plants are drying out, even though I'm watering them every day, enough to keep the soil moist. How can I save them?
added by neilfein Aug 10 '10 at 7:00
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My (-plant-) is overgrown. What is the best strategy for pruning to a desirable shape?
added by wdypdx22 Aug 10 '10 at 16:47
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What can I do (without using chemicals) to discourage moss from taking over my shaded lawn?
added by Mal Ross Aug 14 '10 at 17:50
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How do you determine if a tree is a good candidate for bonsai?
added by Chris Oct 18 '10 at 19:24
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My roses have spots on the leaves. How do I fix it?
added by Tim Butterfield Nov 4 '10 at 4:09
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What are some good vegetables to grow in a cold frame during winter?
added by Tim Butterfield Nov 4 '10 at 4:10
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What is this insect? [insert picture] And how do I kill them?
added by Tangurena Nov 6 '10 at 3:02
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Do spent hops fertilise the soil as well as condition it?
added by Mancuniensis Nov 10 '10 at 1:44
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Should I trim my [tulips, daffodils, some other bulb flower] back to the ground after they have finished flowering?
added by xiaohouzi79 Nov 10 '10 at 2:36
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I have a huge tree that has become dangerous (due to power lines). What is the best way to get rid of it? [closed]
added by Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 20:48
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closed as off topic by Chris Johnsen, Palmin, Daniel Trebbien, Sandy, Kristopher Johnson Aug 7 '10 at 20:04

This question does not relate to the topic of the proposal.
It was closed as part of an automated migration of off-topic to close votes on September 29, 2011.
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What is the best/easiest way to create a berm to put my flowers in?
added by Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 20:51
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This is a landscaping topic (and as such is off topic). Once you have your berm done and want to talk about what kind of flowers to put in it, then that will be an on topic question. – Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 20:53
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How can I control the yellow jackets that seem to love my grow boxes.
added by Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 20:54
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This one is close. But in the end, it is not really about gardening. – Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 20:54
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It prevents you from gardening. – Arlen Beiler Jun 1 '10 at 21:13
Yeah, as I said, it is close. I am on the fence about this one. – Vaccano Jun 1 '10 at 21:50
@Vaccano: I disagree - it's directly related to gardening. Not even close to borderline. – Mal Ross Aug 14 '10 at 17:56
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