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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1961
Page
16
Weather damage from sub zero spells followed by mild sun leaves dogwoods and other ornamentals scorched. Davey Tree Expert Co.’s Herbert Herrmann notes many areas saw bud loss and distorted flowers with varying injury to taxus rhododendron azalea and holly.
Frost crack endangers Norway maple London plane and linden as cold snaps followed by warm sun damage branches. California privet hedge plants suffer extensive losses in the North. Gardeners should delay pruning until June when new growth is established to assess damage accurately.
In Drumright Oklahoma Richard Soliday aged 12 tried to clean a bird cage with a vacuum. The parakeet Tweedy Pie was sucked into the bag but emerged unharmed except for missing tail feathers after a quick rescue with a knife.
Daisy zinnia and petunia varieties praised for easy cultivation and bright color. Highlights include silvery gloriosa double daisy, golden yellow petals with mahogany centers, coral satin petunia in the satin strain, and Rosie O Day alyssum, all noted for beginner suitability and long bloom, with pelleted seeds favored for ease.
A Danish origin fragrance item named Next Own ivy list I halo zin nia arrives from Copenhagen. The name reflects its bright character and European influence in a presentable packaging.
Small lawns require careful measuring of lawn and garden fertilizers. Fertilizers vary in weight per cubic foot and plant food content. Read and follow container directions to avoid misapplication and maximize results.
Guidelines for amount of complete plant foods per row length and plant spacing. Rates vary with row spacing from 3/4 cup per 10 ft at 2 ft spacing to 1 1/4 pints per 10 ft at 3 ft spacing, and about 3 1/4 tablespoons per plant at 27 inches. Nitrogen content affects rates.
Mix fertilizer into soil before seeding or setting plants for best early crop. If soil fertility is moderate, apply in rows and mix with soil rather than surface spread. Perennials and annuals like marigold zinnia petunia verbena alyssum and others offer easy color with watering and occasional weeding. Start with both annuals and perennials for steady bloom and avoid deep planting when starting from seeds.
A guide notes many drought tolerant perennials that need little maintenance and bloom across the growing season. These plants tolerate varied soils and small spaces, offering steady color with minimal energy.
A concise plant calendar describes when bulbs and perennials appear from early spring through autumn. Daffodils reach 1 to 18 inches in yellow or white, tulips in varied colors, peonies three feet tall, delphinium four to eight feet, and iris phlox and chrysanthemum in multiple sizes and hues. Bloom timing varies by region.
Easy plan to grow seedlings indoors for a longer, earlier garden season. Details on materials, starter sets, soil or vermiculite, seed selection, sowing, watering, and transplant tips for vegetables and flowers.
Plan your garden to yield extra tomatoes and can the surplus. With a five dollar investment and effort, you can eat well all summer and save for winter by canning vegetables. Grow from seed, plant lettuce, carrots, beans, and more, then give, preserve, and enjoy healthful, budget-friendly garden bounty.
For those who prefer a plain vegetable, the note suggests fresh ears of corn or vine ripened peas or green beans cooked over an outdoor fire. It mentions homegrown zucchini squash as part of the seasonal bounty.
Plant seeds in shallow drills and press with a flat board to flatten the soil. This helps seeds stay in place and germinate evenly.
Plant according to seed packet instructions to yield abundant vegetables. Tomato seeds may yield up to 13 percent plants, lettuce seeds sow a 40 foot row, radishes 25 foot, five pepper plants, fifteen feet of peas, and twenty hills of cucumbers per packet. This offer emphasizes value and enjoyment of good living.
As soon as they are big enough to be moved the seedings must be given more room to develop. They can be transplanted into another flat and widely spaced, or each may be given a little.
Three to four weeks remain before hardening begins. Gradual daily exposure to outside air in a sheltered spot is required to avoid damage, especially with warm weather plants. In the final stage, work the garden soil outside until all winter traces are gone and transplanting can begin the season.
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