Browsing by Author "Andruczyk, Mike"

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    Rain Garden Plants
    Andruczyk, Mike; Fox, Laurie J. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2018-12-21)
    Provides information about plants to grow in a rain garden, and emphasizes cultivating a mix of noninvasive species that can tolerate flooding and dry periods.
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    Urban water-quality management : wildlife in the home pond garden
    Swanson, Lynette; Andruczyk, Mike; Fox, Laurie J.; French, Sue (Sue C.) (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-05-01)
    Small home pond gardens support aquatic plants and attract a variety of wildlife, however, an overabundance of wildlife can become a burden. This publication explains ways to minimize adverse impacts from fish, birds, insects, reptiles, amphibians, wild mammals, and pets.
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    Urban Water-Quality Management. Purchasing Aquatic Plants
    French, Sue (Sue C.); Fox, Laurie J.; Andruczyk, Mike; Gilland, Traci; Swanson, Lynette (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-05-01)
    Aquatic plants are essential for a healthy and environmentally balanced water garden. Whether you are installing a new water feature or renovating an existing one, proper plant selection is critical. The following steps will help you select and purchase aquatic plants.
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    Urban Water-Quality Management. Rain Garden Plants
    French, Sue (Sue C.); Fox, Laurie J.; Andruczyk, Mike; Gilland, Traci; Swanson, Lynette (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-05-01)
    A rain garden is a landscaped area specially designed to collect rainfall and storm-water runoff. The plants and soil in the rain garden clean pollutants from the water as it seeps into the ground and evaporates back into the atmosphere. For a rain garden to work, plants must be selected, installed, and maintained properly.
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    Urban Water-Quality Management. Winterizing the Water Garden
    Swanson, Lynette; Fox, Laurie J.; Andruczyk, Mike; French, Sue (Sue C.); Gilland, Traci (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-05-01)
    Preparation for the winter months is especially important for the survival of both the aquatic plants and the wildlife in and around the pond. Prepare the pond for the winter months by managing the plants, cleaning the pond, and monitoring the water conditions.
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    Urban Water-Quality Management: What is a Watershed?
    Gilland, Traci; Fox, Laurie J.; Andruczyk, Mike; French, Sue (Sue C.); Swanson, Lynette (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2005-09-01)
    There are nine major watersheds in Virginia. This publication defines "watershed," explains why they are important, how humans impact them, and what you can do to protect water quality.
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    Urban Water-Quality Management: Wildlife in the Home Pond Garden
    Swanson, Lynette; Andruczyk, Mike; Fox, Laurie J.; French, Sue (Sue C.); Close, David (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2016-03-19)
    Notes the types of wildlife that may attracted to a home pond, and discusses management issues for deterring species that may be undesirable at the pond and environs.
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    Urban Water-Quality Management: Wildlife in the Home Pond Garden
    Swanson, Lynnette; Andruczyk, Mike; Fox, Laurie J.; French, Susan (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2020-09-02)
    Urban ponds and the kinds or wild life they attract, and how to balance them or rid undesired wild life. To deter undesirable wildlife: Increase the lawn/open area and keep the grass mowed short.; Decrease plant diversity – monoculture.; Eliminate brush, leaf, and debris piles.; Eliminate open water.; Build the pond with steep sides; Do not provide feeders or other food sources.; Increase human and dog activity.
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    Urban Water-Quality Management: Winterizing the Water Garden
    Swanson, Lynnette; Fox, Laurie J.; Andruczyk, Mike; French, Susan; Gilland, Traci; Close, David (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2020-09-04)
    Fall is the time to take action. Prepare the pond for the winter months by managing the plants, cleaning the pond, and monitoring the water conditions. If treated properly, many aquatic plants and wildlife can survive in the water garden for years.
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    Vertical Gardening Using Trellises, Stakes, and Cages
    Settlage, Katie; Hessler, Alex; Sanderson, Lisa T.; Andruczyk, Mike (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2015-05-07)
    Discusses vertical gardening for flowers, greenery, and vegetables, thus maximizing use of space in small garden areas.
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    What Is A Watershed?
    Fox, Laurie J.; Andruczyk, Mike (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2018-08-29)
    There are nine major watersheds in Virginia. This publication defines "watershed," explains why watersheds are important, how people impact them, and what you can do to protect water quality.
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    What Is A Watershed?
    Gilland, Traci; Fox, Laurie J.; Andruczyk, Mike; French, Sue (Sue C.); Swanson, Lynette (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-05-01)
    There are nine major watersheds in Virginia. This publication defines "watershed," explains why they are important, how humans impact them, and what you can do to protect water quality.