Saving Our Elms How Dutch Elm Disease Spurs City Action
Elm disease spreads across 25 states via elm bark beetles threatening 20 000 trees in three years. Davey Tree Expert Co explains spore transmission and control measures spraying sanitation pruning and removal as practical defenses.
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Clay pots cool roots to aid house plant health
Clay pots keep plant roots 10 to 15 percent cooler than thin walled substitutes, mirroring natural growing conditions. In overheated homes this cooling effect is essential for successful indoor gardens, a factor relied on by quality growers and florists.
Cyclamens Brighten Homes In Cool East Window Growth
Cyclamens thrive in cool sunny east windows and clay pots. Growers offer colors from white and pink to red maroon and rose. With care and temperatures under 65 degrees these butterfly wing flowers enrich any setting.
Fall Best For New Lawn Planting Timing and Seed Rates
Fall is ideal for new lawns from mid August to mid September. Do not sow seeds too thickly as bluegrass seeds number over 2 million per pound. If evenly spread over 1000 square feet, it will yield an excellent grass stand.
Spring Fertilizer Timing for Lawns
Apply fertilizer in early spring as new green grass blades begin to show. Use appropriate nitrogen and phosphorus to support new growth and root development for healthy lawn establishment.
Garden clubs adopt All America Selections in programs
Garden clubs schedule annual meetings to report on success with All America Selections. Members volunteer to plant and present one or more of the 1968 award winners, praised as the best in variety and color. Some clubs tour gardens in summer, others hold reports in early fall with slides and culture notes. This program prompts chairmen to add the engaging plan.
New Ground Cover For Slopes Penngil Crownvetch
A permanent flowering ground cover for banks and slopes requires minimal care after planting. Penngil Crownyetch is winter hardy drought resistant and weed choking, thriving in full sun or semi shade with pink white and lavender blossoms increasing each year. Previously used by industry, crownvetch is now available in quantities for homeowners.
Set Flowers On Pedestals For Elevating Indoor Plants
An attractive display idea uses raised pedestals of varying heights for indoor flowering and foliage plants. Use wooden cubes sculpture bases or inverted clay pots. A matching clay-pot collection on a wrought-iron grillwork creates an oriental note.
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