Rains Bring Some Gardening Problems in Lubbock
Garden expert ED ZUKAUCKAS notes in the Lubbock area that recent rains, following drought, cause plants to warp and suffer conifer and rose diseases. He cites leaf casting, mildew shifts, zinnias decimating, and soil salinity concerns while urging protective fungicides and continued wet weather care.
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ED Zukauckas
Carefree Geraniums Show Heat Tolerance In Sunlit Gardens
Seed raised Carefree geraniums, winners of the All America award, demonstrate strong vigor in bright hot sun, with heat resistance helping them endure summer conditions. The report notes robust performance from plants grown from seed and cautions on weed management and spider mite issues affecting oaks and garden beds.
Happy Days Celebration Parade and Rodeo Preview
The Happy Rodeo Association sponsors the three day event with a rodeo, beard contest, horseshoe pitching, dances and a wild cow milking contest. Festivities run August 26 to 29 with a parade August 28 at 9 30 am and a luncheon at 11 20 am.
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