From recent reading "...made the case that most potted plants have been in their pots too long, are likely root bound and have used up all available nutrients in the soil. Their point was that it is better to remove the used up soil, inspect the removed soil for insects, weed seeds and disease, inspect the roots for damage, trim any "bad" or dead roots, and plant in a mix of compost and light fluffy soil. The article also suggested that the used soil will be recharged in the composting process and can be reused."
At the sale there was a steal of a deal on trees. Will you wash the tree roots before planting? Recent research indicates this may be the way to go. It seems to go against the cautionary advice we have received for years not to disturb the soil around the roots. Read more about it here
More sharing, we have another garden visit coming up on Tues May 15th 1-3pm. This time a rhododendron garden just south of town on Southill Rd near Myrtle Point. Look for garden club signs.The owner is passionate about rhodos and seeks out some of the rarer examples. He has 170 on his property.
In June a visit to a floating garden on Powell Lake is planned. This is bound to be popular, boat transportation is provided but seating is limited. Sign up is at our next meeting.
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And still more sharing. A brand new book, published last week, on Heirloom Flowers is up for grabs. All you need to do is leave a comment and a winner will be drawn from the names. This is a lovely light read and brings back memories of grandparents' gardens. The growing information is thorough and the history and uses of each flower are interesting. In addition there are instructions for charming crafts and activities from making dyes to refreshing drinks. Do you know what a tussie mussie is, or how to make one? This book will tell you.
By Chris McLaughlin, Cool Springs Press, $33.00
Note: A minimum of 20 comments is required for the draw to take place.
What is shared is never lost :).
ReplyDeleteGrandkids and gardens are a magical combination ❤
ReplyDelete"By plucking her petals you do not gather the beauty of the flower" Rabindranath Tagore
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"Minds are like flowers... they only open when the time is right".
ReplyDeleteAh grandma's garden, my aunt's and uncles gardens. Seeing brussel sprouts growing for the first time. Hollyhocks out by the privy. Good memories.
ReplyDeleteliving on the same property as my grandparents I enjoy my grndmother's heritage climbing rose, the honeysuckle that is older than me and of course her camillia. (Laura Johnson.)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful choice of plants at the sale this year! I went to see, even though I didn't need any more plants -- well, maybe some new strawberries. Surprise, surprise: I came home with kale, sweet potato, rhubarb, bean, and the cutest little painted wooden planter full of marigolds, pansies, and more. And oh yes, new strawberry crowns. Thanks to all the sellers and donators for giving us deals we couldn't refuse.
ReplyDeleteYikes, this is hard! I guess it is like learning anything new. Third try here! Lin Morrison
ReplyDeleteThank you for the share on sharing plants safely :) Some things we don't want to pass around!
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