NavarreDon Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Ok lawn experts need help. Moved down to the Panhandle of FL last August. Finally getting around to the yard. Some grass but mainly a weed fest. Is their anything I can do in the summer to start or should I wait till fall. I realize this is a generic post so if you need more info let me know & I will reply. Thanks for the help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackerel_sky Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Ok lawn experts need help. Moved down to the Panhandle of FL last August. Finally getting around to the yard. Some grass but mainly a weed fest. Is their anything I can do in the summer to start or should I wait till fall. I realize this is a generic post so if you need more info let me know & I will reply. Thanks for the help!I would wait until fall to do any major overhauls, I would just spot treat weeds with roundup or such!If it's too far gone , you could dig up the yard and start with sod or seed in the fall. I think the predominant grass type down there is St. Augustine grass or maybe Bermuda grass. St Augustine is not a very bright green, it's an off green and alot of people put alot of fertilizer on it to " green" it up and end up killing it. If unsure of type, research on line or take some to the cooperative extension service near you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrasher Fan Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Anyone built a french drain? Do they work? Is it the best remedy for standing water in a yard? Any advice is much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncforecaster89 Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Anyone built a french drain? Do they work? Is it the best remedy for standing water in a yard? Any advice is much appreciated. The answer is "Yes" on all accounts. To save time on the explanation. ..here's an excellent article and accompanying youtube video explaining how to install a french drain. I own and operate my own successful landscape and irrigation business (started 22 years ago by my Father), and although this isn't my video, I also employ the same general techniques in doing so. Hope this helps! http://appledrains.com/drains/?p=2174 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isopycnic Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 The answer is "Yes" on all accounts. To save time on the explanation. ..here's an excellent article and accompanying youtube video explaining how to install a french drain. I own and operate my own successful landscape and irrigation business (started 22 years ago by my Father), and although this isn't my video, I also employ the same general techniques in doing so. Hope this helps! http://appledrains.com/drains/?p=2174 Those french are so darn crafty... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 The answer is "Yes" on all accounts. To save time on the explanation. ..here's an excellent article and accompanying youtube video explaining how to install a french drain. I own and operate my own successful landscape and irrigation business (started 22 years ago by my Father), and although this isn't my video, I also employ the same general techniques in doing so. Hope this helps! http://appledrains.com/drains/?p=2174 Solved many a drainage issues with French drains. We are installing one around the horse barn now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackerel_sky Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Those french are so darn crafty...Yes! Thank god they came up with French fries ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 My son and I built this in about 4 hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jburns Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 DOCK2.jpgDOCK3.jpg My son and I built this in about 4 hours. Nice. Your son must be handy because.....well.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Some how I knew that would draw you out from under the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jburns Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Some how I knew that would draw you out from under the bridge. Darn right. You have to pay the troll toll. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Darn right. You have to pay the troll toll. I would have been disappointed if I didn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Before and after rear garden and outdoor kitchen shots. It took me a year though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 One more with the fire pit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FallsLake Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 back porch.jpgback porch.jpg Before and after rear garden and outdoor kitchen shots. It took me a year though. I like how you did your garden pond. We created one and placed flat rocks overhanding the sides. The problem is we still see some of the black lining along the edges. Water plants help a little but I like your approach better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 I like how you did your garden pond. We created one and placed flat rocks overhanding the sides. The problem is we still see some of the black lining along the edges. Water plants help a little but I like your approach better. I tried the hard shell liners on a couple and had the same issue as you did. I bit the bullet and bought one of the Firestone rubber liners and underlayment for that exact reason. It also allows you to make shallow areas that showcase your small fish better. I got all of my water plants not too far from you from a guy on Stoney Hill rd. His stuff in very reasonable and high quality. The River rock came from Bradshaw's on Gresham lake rd. I can watch Koi tv and chicken tv from the corner bar stool at the same time. The chicken coop faces the fire pit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jburns Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 back porch.jpgback porch.jpg Before and after rear garden and outdoor kitchen shots. It took me a year though. Nice job. Inviting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Nice job. Inviting. Thank you sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calculus1 Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Great work, fraz. Very well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckeyefan1 Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 back view.jpg One more with the fire pit. Perfect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Thanks guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jburns Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Thanks guys What kind of fish do you have in your pond? I looks large enough to support some good sized bass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackerel_sky Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 What kind of fish do you have in your pond? I looks large enough to support some good sized bass.Probably big enough for 2 carp! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 What kind of fish do you have in your pond? I looks large enough to support some good sized bass. Lots of Bream (300+). 12+ lg mouth bass 2lb+ and a 3ft grass carp. Good estimates due to the fact that we hand feed most of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cold Rain Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Lots of Bream (300+). 12+ lg mouth bass 2lb+ and a 3ft grass carp. Good estimates due to the fact that we hand feed most of them. Fish fry at Frazdaddy's! Looks good man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackerel_sky Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Lots of Bream (300+). 12+ lg mouth bass 2lb+ and a 3ft grass carp. Good estimates due to the fact that we hand feed most of them.Let me come catch them grass carp for ya! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Let me come catch them grass carp for ya! HaHa ....She's got a name (Nessie) now so that makes her one of mamas pets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jburns Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 HaHa ....She's got a name (Nessie) now so that makes her one of mamas pets.Not catching that one. It's a loch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazdaddy Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Not catching that one. It's a loch. The rumors have the neighbors keeping their distance though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackerel_sky Posted June 19, 2015 Share Posted June 19, 2015 The Japanese beetles have been pretty prevelant the last week or two ! They must like heat! They've been having a feast on my trees and shrubs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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