Why pH is important
Do you shy away from the term pH because it sounds mysterious and hard to understand? If you do, you’re missing a chance to grow better plants with less effort
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Diagnosing the Problem
Malnutrition in human beings is considered a disease. But, for some reason, we do not think in the same terms as plants. Most gardeners feel that if a plant lacks
Which Is It – Hunger or Disease?
Deficiencies of plant-food nutrients are usually indicated by a general reduction of growth in garden plants. Chlorosis or poor foliage color often is also apparent. Likewise, the poor light and
The Luther Burbank Centennial
March 7, 1949, marked the 100th anniversary of Luther Burbank’s birth. For half a century or more, the public schools of the nation taught the children in the lower grades
Old Time Planting Convenience Using Tar Paper Pots
You no longer have to rush to get all your shrubs and trees in the ground in the short spring planting time. Using Up-to-Date Nursery Methods With up-to-date nursery methods
Transplanting Success With Peat Pots
The spring garden is coming along fast and needs immediate attention. Moisture is abundant, for the winter brought good seasoning weather throughout our area. April activity centers around bedding plants,
Gardening Words And Terms You Will Meet
Here are some examples of the words and terms you’ll come across when gardening. Learn what they mean here. Heel In When nursery stock cannot be planted for several days,
Phyto Illumination: Growing Plants By Means Of Artificial Lighting
Whether you need an extra 4’ feet of indoor gardening area or an entire room, it can be acquired by installing fluorescent lights. Artificially lighted indoor gardens can be made
The Difference For Gardeners: Botany VS Horticulture
The mark of an enthusiastic hobbyist is his constant search to learn more about his hobby. This is certainly true of an enthusiastic gardener. Witness the abundance of good gardening
Modern Science Helps Plant Propagation
Regarding labor-saving devices, the amateur gardener has not been forgotten. Hoping for a break from the elements is as passe as the recipe that calls for a dash of this