Not only is there a scientific revolution underway in penetrating outer space, but there is a continuing scientific evolution in our gardens, illustrated by how we now feed plants with highly concentrated fertilizer in solution. This evolution is taking place in flower and vegetable gardens, greenhouses, and farms for the production of field crops, fruits, … Read more
Just about this time every year, many gardeners face the sudden yellowing of the leaves on many of their plants—especially azaleas, rhododendrons, and roses. There is usually no indication of insect or disease damage, so the immediate reaction is that something is lacking in the soil, even though a regular fertilization program has been followed. … Read more
As American as firecrackers on the Fourth of July is Phlox paniculata, and a garden full of it blooming is as exciting as the soaring skyrockets the furled buds suggest—or as restful as a hammock in the shade. Its colors range from the purest white through pink and rose to intense red, from lavender and … Read more
Any gardener living near the seashore has a tremendous treasure chest of free fertilizer merely for the taking—seaweed. Not only does it contain the trace elements necessary for normal plant growth, but also it is a valuable source of the major fertilizer elements. Any seaweeds that wash up on the beach in quantity can be … Read more
Since 1950, liquid fertilizers have enjoyed a newfound and steadily increasing popularity among home gardeners. This enthusiasm spotlights the power of modern advertising, for, lacking the impetus of the latter, commercial growers were much slower to accept liquid fertilizer for use on their greenhouse crops. Because of the effectiveness and labor-saving features of applying nutrients … Read more
Iron deficiency, which causes chlorosis or yellowing of the leaves of plants and trees, is found in many parts of the United States and the world. It occurs in almost every state and South and Central America, the Caribbean Area, Europe, the British Isles, and the Middle East. For many years, horticulturists have tried without … Read more
If you stop to think about it, you can’t understand why it took so long for people to accept Tom Reilly’s “crazy” idea, It was simple, as simple and natural as the rain falling from heaven or the sunlight warming the upturned leaves of plants and trees. Yet for years, all the experts said it … Read more
What is a good lawn and garden fertilizer? There have been many answers over the years, but from the frequency of weed-choked lawns, dead trees and shrubs, disease, and insect problems, not all have proved completely satisfactory. The 10-5-5 Formula Recently, scientists have come up with a new answer, and so far, it is the … Read more
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 unfavorable temperatures to which houseplants are frequently exposed result in unsatisfactory growth and an anemic appearance. This condition may be due to these factors or … Read more
To have happy house plants, it is necessary to know when and how to feed them. Even when a plant is growing in its proper compost, thought must also be given to the best fertilizer for extra feeding when nourishment in the pot is used up. This, however, will not be for several weeks after … Read more