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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1969
Page
9
Practical guidance for garden sprayers covering inspection for rust and worn hoses, cleaning before use, and proper mixing of insecticides. Emphasizes reading directions, spraying on calm mornings, covering both leaf sides, and thorough aftercare including washing and proper storage to prevent clogs and ensure effective insect control.
Amateur gardeners puzzle over year round chrysanthemums once thought autumn symbols. Artificial lighting shading and temperature control allow out of season blooms and sometimes a second bloom into January with mild weather. Well rooted cuttings and good care produce handsome flowers. cut back faded growth and transplant in April after initial bloom.
Burpee Seed Co offers a $10,001 prize to the first person sending seeds that grow the first pure white marigold 2 percent inches or more across. Tests favor rich, friable, well drained soil and sun. Planting guidance notes fluctuating wilting in sun and moist conditions. Burpee hopes a white mutation may appear. several near whites mentioned.
John Vogley named president of the California State Board of Landscape Architects for 1969. He is among six board members and was appointed in 196? by Governor Reagan. The California Spring Garden and Home Show runs May 18 to 24 at the Oak and Alameda County Coliseum.
A compact guide to zinnias tracing their hybridization from Luther Burbank to today. It covers plant heights from 12 inches to over three feet, bloom sizes up to six inches, and a spectrum of colors except blue. Tips include soil, watering, spacing, seed germination, and selecting varieties from local nurseries.
Nasturtiums suit lazy gardeners with easy sowing in poor soil or gravelly sites. Plant one inch deep in April for a bright range of doubles singles and semi doubles in colors from ivory to mahogany. Plants grow about a foot tall and bloom from one month after sowing until frost, ideal for cut flowers and trellises.
Container gardening thrives on movability with pots that can be moved indoors or outdoors. Use porous soil, ensure drainage, and water frequently during hot weather. Plan ahead, choose strong containers, and consider moisture needs to keep plants thriving as you relocate them between spaces.
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