Recent content by james

I’d honestly go with the iRobot Roomba Combo J7+ or Roborock S7 MaxV, they’re great at dodging toys and dealing with pet hair, and the self-emptying dock saves a lot of daily hassle, which really matters with shedding dogs.

It usually costs around $1,000 to $2,500 depending on the size, and yeah, they almost always run some kind of sale. I’ve noticed discounts pop up pretty often.

I usually set up simple hoops (PVC or wire) to keep the mesh off the leaves and use a lightweight, breathable net so heat doesn’t build up; burying or pinning the edges works great to stop crawlers—I’ve saved my own cabbages that way. If anything nearby needs pollinators, just lift the net...

I’ve had the best luck planting my peony shallow, those “eyes” should sit just about 1–2 inches below the soil—and make sure it gets plenty of full sun. Trust me, once I fixed the depth and gave mine more sunlight, the blooms were totally worth the wait! 🌸