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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1962
Page
18
A cautionary note lists several plants and parts that can irritate or poison, especially for those with allergies. Included are burning bush, cyclamen, foxglove, iris, ivy, Jimson weed, lily of the valley, mock orange, mountain laurel, oleander, rhododendron, spider lily, narcissus, tulip, and related parts such as leaves seeds bulbs and stems.
Gardeners know placing tall flowers at the back and shorter ones in front. When beds run north south the tall plants belong on the north side to avoid shading smaller flowers. If rows run east west place tall plants on the north side to allow light for shorter varieties.
Skip trusting a seller of black dirt. Test soil by molding a fist sized bail and letting it dry in sun or bake in an oven to judge quality. If it crushes easily, it’s poor topsoil and not worth buying.
Edna King Mandeville extols seed starting for garden blooms. Seeds sprout quickly with right warmth and moisture, making transplanting unnecessary and often delaying growth. Growing from seeds satisfies a universal urge to nurture life, offering beauty even in small spaces. Try seeds this spring, even on a sunny windowsill.
Home orchardists must spray fruit trees on a schedule to curb rust from cedars and protect peaches cherries pears plums and quince. Early dormant oil targets wintering mites and scale while successive sprays from pink bud to petal fall guard against scab insects and fungal diseases, with cover sprays every 10 to 14 days through summer depending on weather and fruit growth.
A homeowner can manage lawn maintenance with six indispensable tools. Choose between hand and power mowers, a versatile lawn sweeper, a spreader, an edger, a sprayer, and hedge trimming tools, balancing cost and usefulness across seasons. Each tool aids planting, mowing, fertilizing, edging, and weed control throughout the year.
If foliage goes yellow, transfer to a larger pot in spring when growth is vigorous. Clay pots vent moisture and air. soak a pot 42 hours before use. Do not pack soil tightly. moisten so it forms a light ball. Water after repotting and keep in shade for days to reduce moisture loss. For vacation, place pots in water saucers or in boxes with wet paper in a draft-free shady spot.
Assess landscape plants for winter damage by browned foliage or sparse buds. Do not prune until new green growth appears. Look for emerging shoots and watch the shrubs for signs of recovery as spring advances.
The American Association of Nurserymen urges plantings of trees and shrubs to improve air in yards. They note that every pound of dry weight from trees and shrubs releases about 11 cubic feet of oxygen and helps keep dust from blowing, with cleaner air on the lee side of a stand.
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