Tree and Shrub of the Week Silver Maple and Compacta variety
The Silver Maple Acer saccharinum is fast growing with a 60 to 80 foot height and 40 to 60 foot spread, drought tolerant but shallow rooted and prone to cause sidewalk damage if near structures. Prune early to strengthen branches for wind and ice. best as temporary shade. The evergreen shrub Oregon grapefally tolerates shade, grows six by six to eight feet, with yellow blooms and blue berries in fall. Compacta is a hardy three foot globe with glossy leaves.
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February Pronunciation Sparks Reader Letters Clash
A reader debate erupts over Walter Cronkite's pronunciation of February. Ann Landers letters cite dictionaries showing multiple acceptable forms, with professors defending variant pronunciations. A grateful reader thanks Landers for guidance amid in-law etiquette advice.
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