Indoor and outdoor uses for tubbed and potted plants
The piece describes growing tender plants such as oleanders lemons and oranges indoors for winter and outdoors in summer, with tubbed and potted varieties to create movable landscapes. It notes watering challenges when not in contact with soil, mentions cactus as a hardy decorative option, and includes Q and A on Mountain Ash pests and ant-borne bud rot, plus a plant book offer and a note on forest fires caused by humans.
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Tools for Rent at Bradley Supply
Center Ridge and Bradley offers chain saws sanders plumbing tools pumps and many other tools for rent. Bradley Supply can be reached at telephone TR 1-3838 for inquiries and availability.
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Green Thumb Queries on Tomato Staking and Wisteria Bloom
A reader asks whether staking and pruning or mulching yields earlier, more uniform fruit on grafted tomatoes. Extension notes two schools: staking with pruning boosts fruit color and earlier production, while mulching reduces soil contact and supports plant vigor. Guidance covers suckers, sun exposure, and timing, citing practical patio and garden tips from a local club meeting.
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Birds and Chemicals Stir Garden Readers Debate
A reader discussion weighs chemical use and bird population declines, with experts doubtful about pesticides causing declines while storms and other factors are blamed. The column invites pro and con letters, plus gardening tips on mulches, cut flowers, grub control, and tree health.
Mildew Threats to Begonias From Shade and Sun
A fragment warns that heavy shade and excessive sun cause mildew and leaf scorch on begonias. The remedy mentions sulfur dusting before sun exposure and avoiding direct sun, while noting mistreated leaves become brown and damaged.
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