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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1974
Page
5
Tips for preserving garden produce with tomatoes and beans as the focus. Steps cover selecting ripe tomatoes, preparing jars, processing times for quarts and pints, sealing checks, and storage. Includes cautions on freshness and proper canner use.
A consumer group promotes simple gardening guides from the USDA. Growing Tomatoes in the Home Garden costs 25 cents and covers site choice soil prep and care. Growing Vegetables in the Home Garden costs 75 cents and covers planting and growing most garden crops. Mini gardens for Vegetables costs 25 cents and shows container gardening for lettuce peppers carrots and tomatoes.
The Rio Salado Exchange Club of Scottsdale will hold its second annual tree sale on April 21 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Papago Plaza near Scottsdale and McDowell Roads. Lamar Parker, chairman, says over 600 15-gallon trees will be displayed, with 25 varieties including citrus and palms, acclimated for Southern Arizona. Proceeds fund community service projects of the Rio Salado Exchange Club.
Reader plans to switch from painted to natural birch cabinets and asks for lighter wood options that harmonize with birch and bronze appliances. Advice suggests light laminate covers, full light wall colors such as lemon yellow, and wallpaper ideas to brighten the space while maintaining cohesion with the adjacent family room.
Interior design tips and gardening ideas featured in the Scottsdale Daily Progress Home and Garden section. Practical guidance covers plant care, home upkeep, and seasonal decorating trends for readers seeking actionable advice.
The article argues weekend DIY lawn improvements offer relaxation and value during reduced driving. It highlights simple steps: regular watering, slow release fertilizer every two months, and weed and pest controls. Lawn care provides therapeutic relief and long term benefits beyond gasoline recovery.
The National Decorating Products Association leads a nationwide April campaign themed Let Your Imagination Soar to inspire home makeovers. Participating manufacturers and dealers offer displays, expert help, and a free 32 page booklet. House and Garden Magazine supports with a special 12 page section and dealer previews.
The National Paint and Coatings Association recommends aluminum roof coatings for mobile homes and trailers. Properly applied coatings resist leaks and reduce interior heat by up to 18 degrees through reflective pigment, while also diminishing roof noise from rain and hail.
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