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Lisa’s Home Services is a locally owned business. Owners Lisa and Lynn Smart have served Lane and North, Douglas Counties for 10 years. They offer high quality, detailed, custom cleaning services and are trustworthy and hardworking. Their services include: ground-level windows (inside and out), sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, ovens and Lisa specializes in detailing appliances. They offer weekly, bi- weekly or monthly services, including move-ins, move-outs, clean garages, decks, porches and hauling to Goodwill, the dump or storage. Recently, they have expanded their services to meet the demand.

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Pointe cares about the human element. We strive first to be good people. Pointe operates with high performance, team unity, and an ownership mentality. We understand the law of the harvest. We work hard & we give 110% every day. We appreciate the commitments and contributions our employees make. We give back to the community, develop fun traditions, group activities, and promote a “Pointe Family” atmosphere.

Our services in residential and commercial pest control include spiders, ants, wasps, termites, bed bugs, rodents and more. We also provide additional services for attic and crawl space clean out and pest-preventative insulation. Our products are eco-friendly, and safe for your family and pets.

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Fertilizing essentials for your lawn Spring is a prime time to fertilize because the lawn is reviving after a long season of cold weather and dormancy. Come spring, lawns need to be fed to turn green and grow.

Soil supplies some of the nutrients grass needs, but many soils lack elements that lawns need to survive the growing season.

Fertilizing the right way • Identify the type of grass in your lawn and consult with a garden center to find the right type of fertilizer for your grass. Many grasses are categorized by season and may be referred to as cool season, transitional or warm season grasses.

• Test the soil to check for pH. You want the soil to be as close to neutral as possible so it can readily process the nutrients in the fertilizer.

• Broadcast or rotary spreaders will evenly distribute fertilizer and will not cause striping on the lawn like drop spreaders might. Resist the urge to fertilize by hand, as you may lay an uneven amount of product, producing burns and brown spots.

• Fertilizers come in slow-release, fast-release, and weed and feed formulations. Which fertilizer you use will depend on the type of grass you have and how much time you have to devote to lawn maintenance. Slow-release fertilizers may be preferable because they do not need to be reapplied often.

• Use caution and set the spreader to distribute less product if you are unsure how much to apply. Excessive fertilizer can damage a lawn.

• Water the lawn well after application, and always follow the fertilizer manufacturer’s instructions.

• Keep people and pets off of the lawn for a day or two after application.

• Scotts recommends that lawns with warm-season grass be fed over the summer as they grow steadily from spring to fall.

• Another application of fertilizer in the fall will supply lawns with nutrients to continue to grow and then survive winter.

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Spring cleaning Six easy projects to get started on spring cleaning Warmer days are here and what better way to spend them than … cleaning? Although enjoying the great outdoors is probably high on many a to-do list come spring, by the end of winter, homes can probably do with a much-needed overhaul. Owners and renters can rely on temperate days to throw open the windows and engage in some easy spring-cleaning projects. The earlier one begins spring cleaning, the more quickly he or she will be able to head outside and bask in the warm spring sun.

Spring cleaning tasks can be stretched out across several days to make the jobs more manageable. While certain spring cleaning tasks can be time-consuming, many projects can be started and completed in 30 minutes or less.

1. Look up Start by looking up at ceilings, molding and ceiling fans. Chances are strong that some cobwebs and dust have formed in these areas. Always begin cleaning by working from the top downward so you don’t have to clean any tables countertops or floors twice.

Static-charged dusting cloths work well to catch and contain dust. Use a pillowcase on ceiling fan blades to clear the dust and keep it from cascading to the floor.

2. Blinds and curtains Heavy window treatments can be removed and replaced with more gauzy fabrics. This lets in more light and warmth from the sun. Many curtains can be freshened up right in the laundry, but blinds may require a bit more effort. If the blinds can be snapped out of the brackets, place them in a tub full of vinegar, dish soap and water. Allow them to soak and then rinse with the shower nozzle. Stationary blinds can be cleaned with using an old sock over your hand dipped in a vinegar-and-water solution.

3. Change linens Remove and launder bed linens. While the linens are in the wash, thoroughly dust all furniture and vacuum the carpets. Move furniture so you can reach areas where dust gathers, such as under the bed or dresser.

4. Grout cleaner Grade school science lessons can be put to use as you look to remove stubborn dirt.

Combining baking soda and vinegar produces a reaction that causes the formation of gassy bubbles. These bubbles can help to break up dirt that clings to crevices, such as grout between tiles. Some light scrubbing and then subsequent rinsing can rid surfaces of hard-to-remove dirt.

5. Vacuum vent intakes Many houses are heated by forced-air systems. The air intake vents can become clogged with dust and other debris. Vacuum these vents so that air flow is not impeded. Let the heat run for a few minutes to catch any small particles that become dislodged, and then change the furnace filter.

6. Clean out the refrigerator Now is a great time to remove any of those mystery containers growing fuzzy experiments in the back of the refrigerator. Take the food out of the refrigerator and use a food-safe cleaner to scour the shelves and inside of crisper drawers.

Spring cleaning is a necessary task, but it doesn’t have to be a headache. Break up the work into manageable chunks of time, and projects won’t feel like such a hassle.

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Beautiful plants abound at Pass Creek Nursery

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ass Creek Nursery is located at 2361 Umpqua Highway 99, 3 miles off I-5 (exit 162) on the way to Drain, Oregon.

Bob Nash bought the nursery in 1971 from Vern Thomas and ran it for 25 years. The business passed through several owners after Bob retired. In 2009 the nursery was sitting vacant and Travis Nash decided to try running the business with his family after 30 years of being a logger. With a lot of advice from his parents and a LOT of hard work, they made it through the first year and decided to try it again, and now they are starting on

their eighth season. The nursery has been in the Nash family for three generations. Grandparents Bob and Emily Nash still come by from time to time to check up on what's happening.

The nursery is open from the first of March to the Fourth of July. Their goal is provide healthy, vigorous plants for the garden and yard at reasonable prices with friendly, honest customer service. They grow most of the plants that we sell at their nursery.

Hanging baskets and patio pots are a specialty. They custom design all of our baskets and patio pots.

Pass Creek Nursery has a full line of vegetable plants for the garden. They also carry a nice selection of fertilizers and insect sprays.

Pass Creek Nursery is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., They are closed Sundays. For more information call us at 541-8362699, or come on by and see what they have to offer for your gardening needs.

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Beat spring allergies naturally The arrival of warmer weather changes the landscape completely. Animals come out of hiding and hibernation while trees and flowers bloom anew. The spring season can be an exciting time for naturalists and lovers of the great outdoors because they can immerse themselves in the sights, sounds and smells of nature. But for many people, spring also marks the start of allergy season and spending time outdoors can become downright uncomfortable for them.

The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology says nasal allergies affect approximately 50 million people in the United States.

Allergic diseases, including asthma, are the fifth most prevalent chronic diseases among people of all ages and the third most common in children. Allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, can occur in spring, summer and/or early fall. People who experience hay fever often can attribute their symptoms to sensitivity to pollens from trees, grasses, weeds, or airborne mold spores.

No two allergy sufferers are alike, so medications that may work for one person may be only mildly effective for another. Many medications can cause side effects, which may be just as frustrating as the initial allergy symptoms.

Treatments may target sneezing and itching but fail to clear up congestion. Drowsiness, dry mouth and nasal irritation may be side effects of common allergy drugs.

People who want to avoid allergy medication can look to natural remedies to alleviate their symptoms. Whether used alone or in concert with traditional medicine, these remedies may make spending time outdoors more pleasant: • Try probiotics. Probiotics, those friendly bacteria that reside in the digestive system, can do more than just treat an upset stomach.

Naturopathic doctors say that probiotics also can influence the immune system and may help strengthen its response to common allergens.

Since probiotics are good for replenishing healthy bacteria in the body anyway, many people may want to keep taking them once their allergy symptoms have come and gone.

• Use neti pots or saline sprays. A small amount of saltwater can rinse away allergens, such as pollen, that get lodged in the nose. These rinses also can help clear up congestion and flush out any other irritants.

• Load up on omega-3s. A German study published in the journal Allergy found that participants who ate foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids were less likely to suffer allergy symptoms than those who didn’t regularly eat these foods.

Omega-3s can help fight inflammation. Drinking more fluids and using spices in cooking can help flush out allergens as well.

• Don’t forget vitamin C. Vitamin C is an immune-system booster and may help prevent the formation of histamine in the body, a substance responsible for many allergy symptoms.

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Stop weeds from invading

Lawn care tips Some problems are easy to identify, while others are more complex. The following are a handful of diseases homeowners may encounter when spending time on maintaining their lawns and gardens over the next several months.

Few things can be as troublesome to gardeners and landscapers as weeds. Weeds seemingly spring up overnight and quickly can overrun lawns and/or garden beds.

Landscaping enthusiasts may spend countless hours and weekends coping with weeds without truly getting to the root of the problem. However, preventing weed growth need not be so difficult.

According to the experts at “This Old House” and The Family Handyman, the secret to preventing weeds is to maintain a thick, healthy lawn. A vigorously growing lawn will crowd out weeds and block the sun weed seeds need to germinate and thrive. As a result, fewer herbicides may be needed and homeowners can spend less times on their hands and knees pulling out weeds.

Mow at the right height Crabgrass is a notoriously virulent weed that can quickly snuff out blades of grass.

Crabgrass likes hot, dry conditions, and it only takes one plant to spread the seeds that can overtake the lawn. Preventing these conditions can stop crabgrass from flourishing.

Mowing at higher heights and leaving grass blades taller can shade the soil, helping to prevent the germination of crabgrass. Shady conditions also will help the soil retain moisture and prevent the arid conditions crabgrass likes so much.

Water deeply Weeds are accustomed to growing in adverse conditions, including especially hot temperatures. When such conditions arise, weeds establish deep roots while the roots of the grass can easily die off. Instead, when watering, wet the soil to a depth of four to six inches. This helps grass to establish strong root systems that will help lawns overpower pesky weeds.

Time weed killers Whether you manually remove weeds or apply weed killers, timing is key. Combat weeds in the early spring before they have a time to fully form and start proliferating through seed dispersement. Once seeds spread, their growth is difficult to control.

Recognize that no single herbicide or weeding tactic will work for every type of weed.

Broadleaf weeds, like dandelions, unwanted grasses, and sedges are the three most common types of weeds. Homeowners will have to adapt based on the type of weed that is most prevalent in their lawns.

Watch fertilizer amounts Strike a balance with fertilizer, finding the right amount to deliver continuous nutrition to the lawn, but not overfeed it so that weeds can thrive. Many lawns only require fertilizer once or twice annually, in the autumn and spring.

By following these guidelines, lawn and garden enthusiasts can prevent the proliferation of unsightly and potentially harmful weeds.

Anthracnose Anthracnose is a term used to describe various diseases that produce a host of unsightly symptoms. Those symptoms include tan to brown leaf spots or blotches; distorted, cupped or curled leaves; irregular defoliation, such as leaves falling in spring; and dieback, a condition in which trees or shrubs begin to die from the tips of their leaves or roots backward. Permanent damage due to anthracnose is rare, but the diseases can weaken trees over time and that can leave them vulnerable to pest infestations.

Brown Patch Brown patch is unsightly and most likely to occur during summer. According to the Penn State Center for Turfgrass Science, perennial ryegrass, tall fescue and bentgrasses are the grass species most

susceptible to brown patch. When a lawn is suffering from brown patch, its leaves

and stems die out in large, circular patches. In high-cut grasses, these patches can stretch from a few inches to several feet. Tall fescue grasses may not exhibit symptoms of brown patch in patches.

In such instances, the brown patch may be noticeable on individual leaves that feature tan or light brown lesions, and the Center for Turfgrass Science notes that these lesions will be surrounded by dark brown borders.

Dollar Spot The American Phytopathological Society notes that dollar spot refers to a disease of the leaves of turfgrass. Grasses suffering from dollar spot will have white to straw-colored lesions that progress downward from the leaf tip or laterally across leaf blades. Leaf blades affected by dollar spot may have several small lesions or one large lesion, and in some instances, the entire leaf blade may be affected. Turfgrass affected by dollar spot may be susceptible to weed invasions.

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Know what to plant and when to plant it Gardening benefits the environment in myriad ways. Maintaining natural landscapes and preserving green spaces can reduce the collective carbon footprint of the human race. Trees, flowers and other greenery filter the air and create welcoming habitats for all species of animals and insects.

Many home gardeners set out each spring to create landscapes that cater to all of the senses. But choosing plants that are unlikely to thrive in certain climates can lead to dissatisfaction and premature plant demise and may require gardeners to use more fertilizers, pesticides and other not-so-Earth-friendly techniques to help plants thrive.

Hardiness zones are defined by the average climatic conditions of the region and are broken down into various zones. The USDA Hardiness Zone map divides North America into 13 separate zones. Each zone is marked by 10 F incremental differences from the last zone. In some versions of the map, each zone is further divided into “a” and “b” regions.

The National Gardening Association says the USDA Hardiness Zone Map was revised in 2012. The latest version was jointly developed by the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service and Oregon State University’s PRISM Climate Group. To help develop the new map, the USDA and Oregon State University requested that horticultural and climatic experts review the zones in their geographic areas. As a result, the zone boundaries in the 2012 edition of the map have shifted in many areas. Canada’s Hardiness Zone map, updated in 2010, uses nine different zones.

Zone maps are tools that show where permanent landscape plants can

adapt. Home gardeners who are looking for shrubs or perennials to last year after year should recognize that such plants must tolerate year-round conditions, including the lowest and highest temperatures and the amount of precipitation. Snow cover and humidity also can impact a plant’s propensity to thrive.

While zone maps are not perfect, they can be useful in planning and ensuring the survival of future gardens. Plant and seed manufacturer Burpee says that other factors to consider that also affect the viability of plants include wind, moisture and soil conditions. The company offers an interactive zone finder on their website that will indicate the hardiness zone as well as average first and last frost dates. Visit www.burpee.com/ findgrowzone to enter a zip code.

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Shady Oaks: Plants, produce and so much more In 2004, Shady Oaks Plants and Produce opened its retail division.

This family owned and operated business initially started in 1989 as South Lane Greenery. They can take care of all your plant and produce needs, with the finest selection of plants, hanging baskets, fruits, vegetables, flowers, trees, bedding plants, crafts and treats. We offer more than just the best quality plants and produce.

We have an Arts & Crafts area where you are sure to find all sorts of handcrafted treasures. We have a great selection to choose from.

Here at Shady Oaks we have an authentic farm atmosphere... lots to see and do for the whole family! Farm animals, scenic walks, picnics, tractor rides, scheduled tours, workshops and seasonal events.

It is our mission to provide a wonderful farm experience with a family atmosphere in a quiet relaxing country setting where you will find learning opportunities while getting back to nature with family and friends. It’s our privilege to have you as our guests.

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to be a place were people can come and get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and just enjoy the quite, beautiful farm setting. We offer, barnyard birthdays, weddings, reunions, off season (red barn rentals) and garden parties. Our Season goes from about the middle of March to October 30th every year. Don’t forget to experience some of our special treats! Delicious Umpqua ice cream, beverages including our Famous “Oregon blackberry, strawberry lemonade and root beer floats�!

We have plenty of baked goodies, jams and candy bars. Every Friday is Fresh Baked Fridays. We have homemade apple pies, brownies, and apple zucchini bread. In our shop we locally grow beautiful hanging baskets - perennials, annuals and fruit trees - shrubs, berries, raspberries, strawberries. They have three greenhouses full of plants to delight the garden. They also carry seeds garden gloves, garden gifts. Also, we have produce farm fresh when in season, Jomo Jellies pie filling, Farmhouse Breads from a local bakery in Cottage Grove.

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Big things come in small packages Territorial Seed Co. builds an international brand locally Did you know that the average distance any supermarket-bound vegetable or fruit travels to the store is 800 miles? But a gardener’s own fruits and vegetables move from the garden to the table within minutes, with every ounce of nutritional value intact. Tom and Julie’s first Territorial Seed catalogs offered a fresh-fromthe garden look and alternative, as Tom focused on expanding selections of customers’ favorites; more tomatoes (from 15 varieties to 75), then sweet peas, garlic, year-round lettuces and sunflowers for the birds. After the regional catalog came a national catalog and a Canadian catalog.

Their Winter Garden Catalog, first published in 1988, remains the only winter garden catalog in the United States.

11 In 1987, Tom and Julie invested in 44 acres for trial grounds at London Springs south of Cottage Grove Lake. Each year Territorial’s research garden staff grows and evaluates thousands of varieties for best taste, Northwest hardiness, and good germination. More recently they began reclaiming older, favorite vegetable varieties sometimes shelved by their seed suppliers. Harvesting their very tiny product has been their biggest challenge. In Lorane, they dried the bean pods on ground tarps and winnowed the seed from the pods by hand. Then they tried grinding tomatoes in a garden variety chipper-shredder and fluming the seeds out, similar to panning for gold. But seeds still keep their age-old secrets of survival, and Territorial’s seed saving techniques range from natural fermentation to the newest processors. Today they grow almost 20% of the seed they offer, especially lettuces, tomatoes, cucumbers, and squash.

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Dan's Plants happy to serve Cottage Grove In business for more than 30 years For 30 years Dan's Plants has been working to bring the best quality and variety of flowers, plants, produce, soil, grasses and planting containers. When visiting Dan's Plants it is more than just a typical walk through green houses. Customers quickly learn that Dan and his Wife, Peg truly care about making sure that each visitor is greeted with an old fashioned warm and caring welcome. For the past 4 years Dan and Peg have hosted a Planting Workshop.

This year will be their 5th year. Each year, it gets bigger and better.

Their goal is to provide a fun relaxing day for young and old alike. It gives family and friends a chance to come together, and take part in creativity, and fun. Dan and Peg enjoy watching what each person creates.

Everyone is different in how they create, but each person is left smiling with pride at the end of the workshop. Vendors and face painting will be available at the Planting Workshop. Visit Dan's Plants on Facebook to see photos of the previous year's Planting Workshop.

Dan's Plants also offers gift certificates, and they are set up to take debit cards for purchases. This year's workshop is on Sunday, April 9, 2017 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $15.00 and will include a potting container along with your choice of plants. There will also be door prizes and drawings. Happy Planting!

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Planting season in Oregon According to Oregon State University, Cottage Grove falls into Zone Two for planting in the Willamette Valley.

It offers 150- to 250-day season and is described as warm days, cool nights; length of season may vary from year to year. Gardeners in the Rogue and Willamette valleys enjoy an excellent climate for gardening and a wide variety of fertile valley soils. Warm, sunny weather in late spring, summer and early fall provides good growing conditions with a minimum of garden plant diseases. Year-round gardening is possible, with mild winters where temperatures seldom drop below 20 degrees.

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lower your energy costs (and your headaches) comfort and savings under one roof Through GreenStreet Lending, you’ll get preferred rates on consumer and small business financing for energy-efficient improvements or renewable energy systems. We also offer special terms for hybrid and electric vehicle loans. And because we believe so strongly in changing the way our communities use energy, we’ve also waived the origination fee.

what types of projects qualify?

• Efficient heating and cooling systems

• Insulation, air and duct sealing

• Water heating systems

• Solar or wind energy

• Windows

• Hybrid or electric vehicles

Living a "green" life

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Protecting the planet is a goal for millions of people across the globe. And that’s a good thing, as the planet is increasingly in need of help.

Behaviors few people may give a second thought to can dramatically impact the planet in a negative way. For example, according to Worldwatch Institute, 100 billion plastic bags are thrown away each year, less than 1 percent find their way into recycling bins.

The end result of that waste is the deaths of around 1 billion birds and mammals each year due to the ingestion of plastic.

If that information elicits deep emotions, perhaps this is the year to embrace a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Recycling and reusing is a good place to start, but there are other ways to embrace green-living practices in everyday life.

• Plan a spring garden. Explore the possibilities of a vegetable garden and planting some fruit trees. Growing your own food can reduce reliance on commercially imported food products. Plus, the plants and other greenery will contribute to the environment in a positive way, by providing animal habitats and filtering the air.

• Rely on fresh air and natural light. To cool or even warm up a home, use outdoor air rather than turning on the HVAC system the moment you feel uncomfortable. Natural sunlight coming through windows can warm up a space and illuminate it adequately.

• Reduce reliance on motor vehicles. The organization TreeHugger says currently there are around 700 million cars on the road, producing 900 million tons of carbon dioxide each year. Bicycling or walking to the store or school, and carpooling to work can help reduce these emissions.

• Use natural cleaning ingredients. Vinegar, baking soda and citrus oils can be used to clean and deodorize, reducing reliance on harmful cleaning chemicals.

• Opt for paperless whenever possible. Reduce paper waste by signing up for paperless billing and receipts. Try paying bills electronically, which will cut down on the number of paper bills and envelopes that end up in the trash.

• Conduct a home energy audit. Find out if your home is hemorrhaging energy and money by conducting a home energy audit. A professional energy audit will check for water and air leaks, HVAC system efficiency, insulation levels, window quality, and much more.

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Habitat for Humanity: Envisioning a world where everyone has a decent place to live Building Dignity Habitat builds houses alongside families who demonstrate need and willingness to partner with the organization. Families invest hundreds of hours of their own “sweat equity” labor into the houses. Their monthly mortgage payments help fund the construction of more houses. Inadequate shelter binds a family in struggle.

A Habitat home frees them to enjoy self-reliance and self-respect. Children benefit, neighborhoods are changed and communities are improved.

Building Relationships Modeled on biblical principles, Habitat’s solution to the blight of substandard housing is popular with people of many political, professional, ethnic, religious and economic backgrounds.

This is the essence of Habitat — inviting diverse individuals to find common ground through using a hammer, sharing a common goal and building relationships as well as houses.

Building Community Habitat fosters reconciliation as people join together to build houses.

In Northern Ireland, Protestants and Catholics work side by side on Habitat building sites. In Jordan and Egypt, Muslims and Christians are building bridges of hope. In South Africa, black and white residents heal wounds and form bond of friendship with their neighbors. And in Cottage Grove, we are working to make a difference in our own backyards.

Together we can build our community into a place that welcomes everyone.

Together we can help our neighbors.

Together we can make the world a better place, one home at a time.

Freshen up rooms for spring with a new coat of paint Today’s paint products offer homeowners the flexibility to easily change the look and “feel” of a room — or a houseful of rooms, including walls, cabinets, furniture, accessories and trim items — by changing the color of a painted surface or adding paint to achieve a decorative effect. Paint options General Finishes Milk Paint is a high-tech, water-based acrylic paint for interior and exterior use that is available in more than two dozen colors, ranging from Dark Chocolate to Tuscan Red. It is easy to apply, durable and simple to repair and can be mixed to create new colors or combined with General Finishes water-based glazes and stains to create custom paints and decorative effects such as distressing, antiquing and color washing.

Rust-Oleum® Chalked Paint is a water-based, ultra-matte finish for interior applications that can be used alone as a simple covering paint or to achieve decorative effects such as distressing or dry brushing to give any project a one-of-a-kind look with a vintage feel. It applies easily with brush or roller; spraying is not recommended.

Handy helpers for painting: • Wagner Home Décor Paint Sprayer.

This is a great first-step product for those new to HVLP spraying. It is easy to use and sprays milk paint, stains, sealers and lacquers. Check your paint manufacturer’s directions for use in sprayers.

• The versatile Vika TwofoldTM is configured for use as a 21.7"-high scaffold or a workbench that is 47.6" long X 18.7" deep X 31.8" high with a tool tray, drilling hole, protractor and ruler inscribed into the MDF work surface.

• QuikBENCH™ Portable Workbench is a lightweight, easy-to-set-up portable workbench with a 30" x 24" work surface that is 32" high and capable of holding up to 300 lbs. Convert two QuikBENCHES™ to sawhorses, and together they can hold up to 2,000 lbs.

• Painter’s Pyramids, New and Improved 10-pack allows homeowners to paint, flip and paint without having to wait for the first side to dry. Pyramids now include tabs and slots on the bases so they can be screwed down to make permanent finishing platforms or joined together to create more stable temporary applications.

Aegis is your professional asphalt contractor You may think that you don’t need a professional to sealcoat your driveway or fill cracks in your pavement surfaces.

However, asphalt contractors are knowledgeable, experienced and use quality products. Take a look at these five reasons hiring a professional is your best option.

1. Meet Oregon-specific maintenance needs It is important to understand seasonal cycles and common maintenance needs specific to your area. As a locally owned and operated company, Aegis Asphalt uses products that are best fit for the Eugene and Willamette Valley climate.

2. Save time As a professional asphalt contractor, we will develop a maintenance plan that is efficient for you. If you are a business owner, we will conduct our work with minimal disruption to your customers and employees.

3. Reduce liability Are you aware of fire codes and ADA guidelines, especially for commercial parking lots? Aegis Asphalt is fully knowledgeable about local and state government regulations and will ensure that your parking lot is fully compliant.

4. Utilize the best products We use Armorseal’s #A-100 Heavy Duty pavement sealer. This jet-black sealer allows for maximum adhesion, durability and flexibility and is resistant to jet fuels, oils, grease and oxidation.

5. Achieve the highest results Hiring a professional asphalt contractor means achieving the highest level results. We will carefully evaluate your asphalt surface and focus on a finished product that is durable and safe.

OUR MISSION Our Mission is to be known as the most honest, transparent, quality driven, best value for your dollar asphalt maintenance contractor in Oregon.

Our mission is to perform superior maintenance services on our clients’ properties.

We work closely with clients to understand their needs and how they operate; which then translates to a high quality project executed with little to no disruption to daily activities. Our specialty is asphalt maintenance our work protects and beautifies.

Customer Service We pride ourselves on our communications, flexibility, quality and reasonable prices. We realize parking lot maintenance is an inconvenience and work hard to minimize the impact on you, your residents and your tenants.

Trusted Company We are approved to work with many of the large national retailers and maintain General Liability and Workers Compensation insurance.

Equipment & Knowledge Aegis has the equipment and knowhow to solve your parking lot concerns.

Whether you need concrete or asphalt paving, repairs, sealcoating, or maintenance, our seasoned professionals get the job done efficiently and with excellent quality.

Our Clients Aegis’ clients include apartments, condominiums, home owners associations (HOA), medical, office and retail properties. Aegis provides parking lot or playground striping, concrete sidewalk and curb repairs, dumpster pads, car stops and speed bumps.

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Post-winter gardening How to prepare for Spring flowers Lawns and gardens can bear the brunt of winter weather and are often in need of tender loving care by the time spring arrives.

Preparing a garden for spring and summer involves assessing any damage that harsh weather might have caused. As temperatures climb, gardeners can heed the following post-winter garden preparation tips in an effort to ensure some successful gardening in the months ahead.

• Clear debris. Garden beds and surrounding landscapes that survived winter without being damaged might still be littered with debris. Remove fallen leaves, branches and even litter that blew about on windy winter days before planting season. Make sure to discard any debris effectively so it does not find its way back into the garden.

• Turn the greenhouse into a clean house.

Spring cleaning is not just for the interior of a home. Cleaning a greenhouse in advance of spring can help gardeners evict any overwintering pests that can threaten plant life once spring gardening season arrives. A thorough cleaning, which should

include cleaning the inside of greenhouse glass and washing flower pots and plant trays, also can prevent plant diseases from surviving into spring.

• Check for pests. Speak with a local gardening professional to determine if there are any local pests to look out for and how to recognize and remove these pets from gardens.

• Assess plant location. If plants, flowers or gardens have struggled in recent years or never grew especially vibrant, then gardeners may want to assess the location of their plant life before spring gardening season begins. Some plants may not be getting enough sunlight in certain locations on a property, while others might be overexposed to the sun during spring and summer. Moving plants that are not thriving prior to the start of spring gardening season may be just what gardens need to flourish in the coming weeks.

Spring gardening season is right around the corner, so now is an ideal time to prepare gardens for the warmer seasons ahead.

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