Drip irrigation risks for mature trees and overhauling lawns
Drought drives a switch from spray to drip irrigation, stressing older trees. Roots near emitters thrive while deeper roots die back, risking dieback, borers, and disease. Plan a circular ring of emitters, flood root zones periodically, and hire a skilled irrigation contractor to protect shade trees this summer.
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Garden Tips From Veronica Larson Fowler
Veronica Larson Fowler shares practical gardening tips including sun exposure clues from weeds Purslane and spurge thrive in full sun while violets and creeping Charlie tolerate shade. She promotes wildlife netting as a humane lightweight replacement for chicken wire and explains using it to support plants stake and even hold sprinklers. She suggests tucking weed clippings under leaves to mulch and feed soil. Fowler co-publishes The Iowa Gardener.
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Veronica Larson Fowler
Iowa Gardener
Iowagardener.com
Hottest trends from the Showtime Market in High Point
Interior designer Mary Carol Garrity reviews the June Showtime Market in High Point North Carolina. She highlights performance stain resistant Crypton fabrics lacefield designs bohemian naturals Keystone Weaving eco friendly greens and bold reds and blues for upholstery and home decor.
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Bohemian Naturals
Keystone
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Kansas City
Nellhills.com
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