Tender caring for roses pruning mulch and disease care
Practical rose maintenance guidance covers pruning climbers versus other roses, removing dead or crossed stems, and keeping centers open for air. After pruning, move old mulch, apply two inches fresh mulch around the root zone, and begin a fertilizing program through July or mid August to prevent diseases.
Fresh mulch and pruning cut rose disease risk
The author argues disease prevention in roses through pruning and mulch removal, claiming 40 to 60 percent control without sprays. They report success with minimal use of pesticides, noting pesticides as a last resort and advising consulting a garden center for products once leaf tissue shows.
Edible Landscaping Tips From Rosalind Creasy
Rosalind Creasy, famed guru of edible landscaping, shares practice tips from her shift to a front yard of edible, drought tolerant plants. Emphasizes soil preparation with organic matter, compost between rotations, and proximity of salad greens to doors. Advocates drip irrigation to save water and deter pests.
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Turf grass class on dead lawns offered in Elyria
Lorain County Extension Office hosts a free turf grass class on Wednesday April 29 at 7 p.m. Registration by April 27 at 322-0127. Charles Behnke horticulture agent will cover turf management fertilization lime and pest control with an outdoor weed identification segment weather permitting.
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