Make a homemade flea killer by placing water mixed with sudsy dish detergent in a white tray and shining a dim light on it at night, advises The Daily Puppy. The warmth of the light attracts fleas, which end up in the water and drown. Continue Reading.
The evergreen conifer Norway spruce (Picea abies) grows approximately 100 feet in height. The branches of the tree droop slightly in a weeping fashion. The root system of the tree grows close to the soils surface which makes growing grass or other plants around the Norway spruce difficult.
The Dwarf Alberta Spruce typically grows to a height of 10 to 12 feet, but it is a slow growing tree. It will take more than 25 years to completely mature, making it a great decor when plotted, as it will not outgrow your porch, sunroom, or landscape anytime soon.Alberta spruce thrives in zones 3 through 8. dwarf cultivar, 'Conica', is popular as a garden plant. Fast Growing Trees Nursery also carries elegant dwarf Alberta spruce spiral topiaries. Dwarf varieties are designed to be smaller than the parent tree, and are often used as vertical accent specimens within the landscape.