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.
Careful planning is required to successfully plant dwarf Alberta spruce trees since they are sensitive when young and will grow slowly if planted under unfavorable conditions. However, with a little foresight, the tree will prosper and eventually reach a mature height of 6 to 8 feet with a 4- to 5-foot spread.