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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1968
Page
12
Garden note explains knee high dwarf sweet peas that do not require staking. Knee-High grows 18 to 24 inches tall with a 30 inch spread and comes in mixed colors including pinks purples lavenders and white. Early sowing in cool soil yields blooms for cutting and fragrance and southern or west coast growers can plant in November for late winter blooms.
Indoor plantings offer a change of pace by bringing outdoor beauty inside. Garden boxes form a solid mass, while philodendron and ivy tolerate apartment light. Dwarf bonsai near steps draw gaze downward, reducing trip risk and highlighting decor trends.
The article notes vegetables respond to fertilizer and growers can double output in half the space with proper feeding. It urges readers to read package directions for quantities.
Washington report on the All-America Selections program detailing seed judging, trial grounds, and display centers. It notes 28 flower and 26 vegetable trials, 1968 silver and bronze winners, and how judges evaluate yield and appearance without knowing seed origins. It explains the organization based in Harrisburg and the historical pace of bringing new varieties to market.
Most seeds do not sprout overnight. Beans may emerge quickly while many annual flowers take a week to three weeks to germinate. Germination depends on air, soil temperature, and soil moisture being just right.
The guide stresses pest injury signs and uniform sizing for exhibit readiness. It advises exhibitors to select plants in perfect condition, arrange uniform plates, and ensure consistent color and shape to present the best possible display.
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