Chrysanthemums and Carnations Test Gardener Skill
Fall planted chrysanthemum cuttings should be set in May to July while growth is strong. Top plants after six weeks, limit to three or four shoots, stake early, disbud for prize blooms, and provide regular feeding. Carnations from true name varieties are gaining favor in California gardens as open-ground perennials with extra care.
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Reel versus rotary power lawn mowers debate gains expert input
Prof James Tyson director of Soils Science at Michigan State College compares reel type and rotary power lawn mowers. He finds reel mowers best for appearance focused lawns, while rotary mowers suit tall weeds and tough grasses. He notes reel cuts smooth even edges. rotary blades produce shredded varied blade tips.
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Nails and Screws Compare for Woodworking Hold
A sawdust filled guide explains how nails and screws differ in holding power. Nails ease work but screws grip better, requiring a pilot hole sized to the screw root. Proper screw size and pilot hole are essential, with hardware dealers offering size tables.
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The Rewarding Practice Of Plant Cuttings And Tips
Growing plants from cuttings rewards patience as roots form on tips. Carnations and geraniums root easily while others challenge the home gardener. Use softwood tip cuttings of 1 to 3 inches with two leaf buds, proper wood rigidity, and moisture. provide shade and a well drained rooting medium like plasterer’s sand and sphagnum peat moss. avoid wilting and diseased stock.
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Escalionia
Planning a Moveable and Perennial Garden Approach
A guide to informal gardening plans for small spaces and movable gardens. It emphasizes planning for beauty and shade, choosing adaptable trees like Purple Leaf Plum, Crape Myrtle, and White Birch, and avoiding root damage near sidewalks and sewers. It notes movable gardens for renters and those who rearrange beds, with tips on background plants, portable paths, and sectioned fencing.
J Pernet Ducher grew yellow roses from a lifelong dream
The California Association of Nurserymen recounts J Pernet Ducher of France who dedicated his life to introducing yellow into roses. After trials and setbacks he achieved a yellow hybrid tea rose Souvenir de Claudius Pernet in 1920, influencing many famous varieties and the vibrant yellow hues in today’s roses.
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