Eyesores in the Home Landscape- Part 1 : The Ugly Fence: Re: Another problem

» Barbara Nicholson Bell - Re: Another problem

In response to message posted by biogardener:

If his microclimate in Southern California is conducive to growing cacti, there may not be enough moisture to cause a mildew problem. My own patio is not only a very humid microclimate but gets little sun, so there is a lot of moss growing on the pavers. It's a problem just to get rid of standing water on surfaces to prevent mosquito breeding, for example.

We are currently pricing the removal of several tall trees around the property to let in more sunlight. Sadly, these trees are old, majestic, provide privacy, etc. But their roots are destroying the patio, breaking up sewer pipes, and keeping any grass from growing in the backyard.

One's property can contain several different microclimates depending on sunlight, soil differences, wind exposure, and winter conditions on different sides of the house. It's always a challenge!

-- posted by Barbara Nicholson Bell