New Lawn Grass Is Result Of Long Search
A long search by the US Golf Association Green Section led to Merion bluegrass, developed from a patch found at Merion Golf Club. After trials from 1936 to 1950, Merion was chosen for its superior disease resistance, mowing tolerance, spreading rhizomes, turf quality, and weed resistance, with seed distributed in 14 states and Canada.
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United States Golf Association
Golf Club
Arlington Experiment Station
Joseph Valentine
Merion Golf Club
Ardmore
States
Canada
Merion Bluegrass
Merion
Golf
Label Numbers Identify Fertilizer Types and Ratios
Dozens of fertilizers carry numbers like 5105 or 41 124. Most home gardeners use complete fertilizers containing nitrogen phosphoric acid and potash. The three digits denote units of each element: first is nitrogen, second phosphoric acid, third potash. A 3-10-5 mix suits heavy soils.
Artificial Light Triggers Off Season Bloom In California
New York based Electrical World notes outdoor artificial lighting extends bloom seasons for daisies and chrysanthemums in California. Ninety 100-watt bulbs per acre light 12 acres from 8 PM to 12:30 AM August through May, arranged on 14 foot intervals with bulbs 65 feet high. Two acre blocks light while two rest for soil conservation, costing about $1 per acre per night.
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New York
California
Electrical World
McGraw-Hill
Note on ammonia odor when dampening manure for pots
When dampening manure, do not use if an ammonia smell is detected in potting mixes or plant beds. Wait for the manure to season until all ammonia odor is gone before applying it to soil or containers.
Merion Strain of Bluegrass Marked Superior by Turf Expert
Samples distributed by the U S G A green section in Oregon and Washington show bluegrass seed planted in cultivated rows for weed control with irrigated and dry fields. Prof H B Musser of Pennsylvania State University, a turf research leader, said Merion strain of Kentucky bluegrass proves a definite improvement over the common type as practical experience and records grow.
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U. S
Spring Planting Time for Roses and Care Tips
Early spring planting gives roses a head start and fosters strong growth. Select All-America Rose Selections winners Mojave and Lilibet, with 1953 picks Chrysler Imperial and Ma Perkins, for reliable bloom. Choose a sunny, sheltered site, space from trees, and well drained soil. Prepare deeply with peat, plant roots at a 45 degree angle, mound soil, soak, then water. Remove mound as leaves appear. Order AA RS stock now before supplies run out.
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Chrysler Imperial
Ma Perkins
Care In Selection Of Home Fruit Plants Advised
The American Association of Nurserymen urges families to plan fruit choices by garden size and climate. Consult four nurserymen and review catalogs to pick desirable varieties for home harvests and savor the fruit. Everbearing strawberries grapes and raspberries are noted as easy with careful selection.
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American Association of Nurserymen
Berry Varieties Resist Infection
Berry growers can now farm land once deemed unfit due to red stele infection. R G Hill at the Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station tested red stele resistant varieties for vigor berry quality and productivity, highlighting Fairland as outstanding. Fairland matures last three weeks in June and yielded 2227 quarts per acre in 1952, with Sparkle also rated worthy but less productive.
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R. G. Hill
Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station
Fairland
Healthier Lawns From Higher Mowing and Classified Growth
When lawn grass is cut higher than the conventional three quarters to one inch, root growth is stimulated creating a healthier lawn. Your bankroll grows as classified ads bring in money. Gial 4751.
Superphosphate Addition Urged for Manure Fertilizer
Barnyard manure lacks phosphorous and is not a balanced fertilizer. To offset the shortage, add 10 pounds of superphosphate to a two inch layer of manure spread over 10 by 10 feet. Spade under so no manure shows at the surface and leave at least four inches below ground to prevent surface exposure when raked.
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