The Liberated Gardener and His Mighty Midgets
Frank J. Taylor chronicles his garden tools and family of power mowers rototillers and tractors nicknamed Lu Rory Marvel Hillary Polo Snap Chopper and more. He explains how gas engines boost productivity and time saved, while his clan tests every gadget like a retailer’s demo.
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Frank J. Taylor
Lulubelle
U.S.A
Switzerland
Jim
Little Rory
Marvel
Hillary
Wisconsin
Scum
Polo
Snap
Pennsylvania
Chopper
Taylor
Dark Opal Basil Adds Color and Flavor to Gardens
Garden notes spotlight Dark Opal basil a compact bronzy purple foliage plant ideal as a path edge or accent with lavender white flower spikes. It pairs with summer blooms and its leaves add flavor to soups sauces and fish dishes while dried or fresh herb blends supplement classic fines herbes in French cookery.
Protect Tomatoes From Blight
Early blight is a common foliage disease of tomatoes and potatoes. Recognize it by dark sunken spots on older leaves. Control with a thorough fungicide spray program every seven to ten days and after rain using maneb zineb or captan. Use 1 percent tablespoons per gallon and wet all plant surfaces.
Plants In Wrong Place Susceptible To Disease
Ohio State University extension plant pathologist R E Partyka warns that planting location affects disease and growth. Poor air circulation and drainage encourage powdery mildew leaf spots and root decay, harming taxus and evergreens near highways or under eave spouts.
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Columbus
R.E. Partyka
Ohio State University
Partvka
Are You A Plant Doctor
Columbus readers are advised how to diagnose plant problems at home. Extension plant pathologist R E Partyka outlines steps: inspect plants and area, review history and prior treatments, recall climate and cultural practices, assess symptoms and possible causes, and seek expert help if needed for clearer diagnosis and control.
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Columbus
R. E. Partyka
iChio State University
Certified Nursery Dealers Warned in Columbus
Columbus homeowners should buy shrubs trees and nursery stock only from certified nurserymen or certified nursery stock dealers. Gene R Abercrombie director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture says certified establishments are regularly inspected and stock is pest and disease free. Certificates must be displayed and mail order shipments require an inspection certificate or nursery license.
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Columbus
Gene R. Abercrombie
Ohio Department of Agriculture
Abercrombie
Department of Agriculure
Geraniums Need Special Care for Bright Sun and Fertilizer
The aid advises planting geraniums in full sun on firm soil with minimal shade and avoiding stem damage. Begin monthly fertilizing a week after planting using dry fertilizers such as 4-16-16 or 5-10-5 at 3 to 4 pounds per 100 square feet, or a handful per plant. Kale leaves may be used raw in salads when improved by cooking.
Gaillardias Grow Well in Sunlit, Well-Drained Beds
Gaillardias, both annual and perennial, thrive in full sun and well drained sandy or gravelly soil. They bloom abundantly, with perennials reaching 3 to 4 inches and colors including yellow orange brick and burgundy. Varieties such as Monarch Fortola Giant Torch Light Goblin Lollipop Fiesta and Gaiety showcase a range of plant heights and flower forms.
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Perefizia
Red-stemmed rhubarb preferred for sweeter taste and sauce
When hooked, red-stalked rhubarb is sweeter than green-stalked rhubarb and yields more attractive sauce.
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