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Today’s round of questions, my smart-aleck replies and the real answers: Question: Why is there so much plastic hung up in ...

Consider the natural form of large trees whenever possible. Most hardwood trees have rounded crowns that lack a strong leader and may have many lateral branches. Cut on a small branch or twig about ...

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