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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 2001
Page
50
A guide explains how thermal mass in countertops like slate concrete and engineered stone can absorb heat during cooking, reduce room temperatures, and lower bills. It compares slate concrete granite ceramic tile and other options, noting durability maintenance needs and costs including a pricing guide.
Nancy Brachey notes heirloom vegetables like Brandywine tomato and Moon and Stars watermelon are traditional varieties once common in home gardens. Experts say interest is rising as gardeners seek flavor and uniqueness, though availability remains limited to seeds and catalogs.
A collection highlights 100 Heirloom Tomatoes for the American Garden by Carolyn Male and Heirloom Vegetable Gardening by William Woys Weaver. Also listed are 100 Vegetables and Where They Came From by Weaver. Online resources include Clemson HGIC guide, Seed Savers Exchange catalog, and Southern Seed Legacy Project for seed saving.
Georgia advocate Wayne McLaurin and Burpee & Co. outline heirloom vegetables to begin with such as Brandywine and Rutgers tomatoes, Black Crim, Cherokee Purple, Kentucky Wonder beans, and Moon and Stars watermelon. They advise crop rotation, mulch, drip irrigation, proper spacing, and adequate water and fertilizer to prevent disease and stress while noting heirlooms’ lasting flavor and nostalgia.
Parents can design rooms that fit a child’s needs and dreams by choosing durable, safe furniture and involving kids in decorating. Consider space needs from bed to desk, study spaces, storage, and future updates as the child grows.
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