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VOLUME 20, ISSUE 26 • June 27, 2024 Neil Sperry editor. Gretchen Drew design and circulation. |
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Gardening This WeekendIs this my favorite time to be planting trees and shrubs? No. But can it be done now? Absolutely! But you must be careful to water them daily - by hand. And you can save dollars with holiday sales on the plants. Let's talk about things you want to accomplish with your several days off. Photo: Dynamite crape myrtle is one of the first true reds. It grows to 15-18 ft. tall. |
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Lovin' the Blues
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Patriotism - Garden-styleAlways with a great twist on the holidays, Diane Sitton revs us up for the 4th. See her lovely ideas for combining gardens and glory. Photo: Retailers sell patriotism along with summer flowers (Mandevillas). |
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How Much Mulch Is Too Much Mulch?Used appropriately, mulches are some of the best tools in a gardener's toolshed. But as so often happens, you can get too much of a good thing. Let's talk it over - the advantages and the risks of mulching. I'll give you the facts. Photo: "Mulch volcano" is killing this tree. |
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And, in closingSo, if you were the guy sending out e-gardens and the government decided that July 4 ought to fall on your distribution day (Thursday), what would you do? Well, weve decided to send out next weeks short-but-important edition Tuesday evening at 6. Join me this weekend on radio, normal time, normal stations. Ill be doing my programs live and Ill look forward to your call. In the meantime, put on your sunscreen and insect repellent and keep the garden hose handy. Until Tuesday, thanks for reading, and Happy Gardening!
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