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Contents
Crossroads
Magazine
Planning the perfect lawn — Page 6
A Daily Corinthian Publication | Spring 2015
Fab Finds Spring Trends
— Page 8
EDITORIAL
Planning a great salad garden — Page 10
Publisher Reece Terry
Planning the perfect vacation — Page 11
Editor Mark Boehler
Calendar of Events — Pages 12, 13
Contributors Bill Avery Steve Beavers Mark Boehler Rob Brown Carol Humphreys Lisa Lambert Dez Newcomb Kimberly Shelton Zack Steen
Community Cookbook — Pages 18-20 Hot spring fashions — Pages 29-33 Taking care of fresh-cut flowers — Pages 24, 25 Preparing for the Coke 10K — Page 38 Increase your home re-sale value — Page 40
ADVERTISING Sales Representatives Fallon Coln Skylar McCrimon Derinda Nunley
Time-saving spring cleaning tips — Page 41
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Tips on how to plan the
perfect lawn By Carol Humphreys For Crossroads Magazine
If the severe cold weather and recent winter storms have left your lawn looking drab and brown, don’t worry. A beautiful lush lawn can be in your future. All it takes is some good planning and a little work to dress up your home with a warm and inviting yard. The following tips from state consumer horticulture specialist Dr. Lelia Kelly will help in planning the perfect lawn for your home.
Establish a good foundation
It is important to get a sample of your lawn soil and have it tested because it eliminates any guesswork as to what your soil needs for the particular turfgrass you are growing. Soil sample kits can be obtained from the Alcorn County Extension office. These kits will give instructions on how to take and submit the soil sample.
Best types of grasses for our area
In north Mississippi a great warm season turfgrass is Bermuda grass for sunny areas. There are several selections of hybrid Bermuda that are excellent when establishing sunny lawn areas with sod. Zoysiagrass is another good selection of warm season grass for sunny or partially sunny areas. Cool season grasses are tall fescue, red fescue, and Kentucky bluegrass. These are more shade tolerant than the warm season grasses.
Planting new grass
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2. Have a soil test done. 3. Prepare the ground by aerating or loosing up the soil. 4. Determine the best grass for your needs. 5. Sod or seed your new lawn based on the recommended planting dates for your particular grass.
When to fertilize and seed your yard
Rate and timing of fertilizer should be based on the soil test recommendations. Planting -- whether seeding or sodding -- of your lawn grass would depend on what grass you are growing. Planting date ranges for both warm and cool season grasses for north Mississippi are listed below: Bermuda grass: May 15-July 15 Zoysiagrass: May 1-Aug. 1 Kentucky bluegrass, red fescue, tall fescue: Sept. 1-Nov. 1 Growing grass in shady areas The most shade tolerant grasses in the Crossroads area are Kentucky bluegrass, and red and tall fescue. No grass will grow in dense shade -- those areas are best reserved for shade loving ground covers, such as carpetbugle, periwinkle, monkeygrass, mondo grass and others.
Maintain a healthy lawn
Here are some basic good management practices that will help your lawn stay healthy and growing well. 1. Manage your lawn by controlling weeds. 2. Fertilize based on soil test recommendations. 3. Supply water when there hasn’t been a good rain in a week. Notice when there is an obvious insect or disease problem and take CROSSROADS MAGAZINE
steps to identify and treat the problem if necessary. The Alcorn County Extension office can help identify lawn problems and recommend treatments. It is also a good idea to remove leaves and debri from your yard. Large deciduous leaves can mat and hinder the growth of lawn grass. Matting of leaves also can provide a great environment for disease pathogens to flourish and possibly cause damage to your lawn. Large debris like pine cones should be removed before mowing season so as not to damage the blade of your mower.
How often should you mow your lawn?
Mowing height depends on the grass you are growing. Frequency of mowing depends of growing conditions -- your grass will grow faster and need more frequent mowing with abundant rainfall and good fertility. Mowing heights for some grasses: Grass Inches Bermuda ½ - 1-½ Zoysia 1 – 1 ½ Kentucky bluegrass 1 ½ - 2 (winter); 2 - 3 (summer) Tall fescue 2 – 3 (winter); 3 - 4 (summer) Red fescue 2 – 2 ½ (summer) (Dr. Lelia Kelly is an Alcorn County resident. She works for the MSU Extension Service as horticulture professor with the Department of Plant and Soil Science. The Alcorn County Extension Office is located at 2200 Levee Road in Corinth behind the Crossroads Arena. Contact information: 662-286-7755; fax, 662-286-7754 or by email at alcorn@ext.msstate.edu.) www.mycrossroadsmagazine.com
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Planning the perfect
spring saladgarden By Carol Humphreys For Crossroads Magazine
Spring is finally here, bringing along with it the anticipation of enjoying the season’s fresh bounty. So, why not go ahead and plan the perfect spring salad garden? By taking advantage of early spring’s cooler weather, gardeners can soon enjoy many varieties of spring greens. A colorful plate of bright delicate greens accented with flavorful nuts, grassy young onions and fragrant fruit perfectly showcases the arrival of the new season. Almost as fun as eating the fresh greens, there will also be the pleasure of watching young tender sprouts bursting from the rich, prepared soil. According to Horticulturist Dr. Jeff Wilson, while you can’t really grow a true summer garden salad this time of year, you can grow a salad greens mix or “baby mix” using bib, romaine or butterhead lettuces. Argula and mustard greens can also be planted to go along with the baby mix. To accompany the salad greens, gardeners might also grow carrots, radishes or spring onions. Fortunately, most of the seeds for these vegetables can be bought locally.
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Planting tips
Here are some tips from the Mississippi State University Extension Service for growing salad greens. Salad greens enjoy organically-rich, evenly moist but well-drained soil. Greens typically grow best in cool weather and can be planted whenever the next seven to 10 weeks will have temperatures between 28 and 80 degrees. This means greens can be planted as late as midApril in the Crossroads area. The greens will retain their color and tenderness better under the protection of cover. If desired, cover seeded areas with floating row cover and leave the cover in place throughout the duration of the crop. Check underneath occasionally to remove weeds and to hand pick any slugs that might have found the crop. An alternative to using a row cover is to apply a thick layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suffocate weeds around the delicate roots. To promote quick growth, side-dress with compost tea or fish emulsion once or twice during the growing season. When the seedlings have four leaves, thin plants Please see SALAD | 43
Green Salad with Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette 2 teaspoons strawberry jam 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it Salt and pepper, to taste 1 pint strawberries, sliced 4 to 5 cups mixed salad greens Place jam in a medium bowl and whisk in vinegar, then extra-virgin olive oil. Season the dressing with salt and pepper. Add the strawberries and greens to bowl and toss to coat evenly in dressing. Toasted walnuts or pecans and crumbled feta cheese would also make good additions. (Adapted from Rachel Ray)
Cilantro-lime salad greens Sprinkle salad greens with any of the following: roasted corn kernels, chopped tomatoes, chopped avocado, chopped purple onion, drained black beans and tortilla strips.
For the Dressing
1 cup loosely packed cilantro, stems removed 1⁄2 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 cloves garlic Juice of 1 lime Pinch of salt 1⁄4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Combine cilantro, Greek yogurt, garlic, lime juice and salt in food processor. With the motor running, add olive oil and vinegar in a slow stream until emulsified. Add honey for a little sweetness or cayenne pepper for a little heat. (Adapted from The Garden Grazer)
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Travel Planning the perfect vacation in the
digital age By Sarah Rowland
For Crossroads Magazine Fifty years ago, advances in technology took off. About 25 years ago, those advances entered Mach 5 and jettisoned. At 26 years old, I’m amazed at the advances in technology I’ve witnessed in my short lifetime. I mean, can you say dial up? Let’s never revisit that horror of Internet access. Technological advances continue to remake how we do things, including how we plan vacations. The automobile made travel faster and brought us the interstate road trip. The Internet makes travel cheaper and travel planning more convenient (at least, in theory). Time.com published “50 Essential Travel Tips” and nine of the 50 headers used words like forum or blog, website, “e-track” and “ebabysit” (excuse me while I figure out what e-babysitting is), or mentions specifically online companies like Priceline.com or Kayak.com. That’s just the headers. I’m sure if I explored the content of all 50 tips, at least half would send readers to a tech resource. In my opinion as a professional tech-obsessed millennial, the Internet is a great starting place, but it shouldn’t be your final destination. So pull out your pads and pens (or smart phones) and take notes.
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Step 1: Budget
For the majority of us, everything sadly starts with a budget which doesn’t mean, “Hey, look at all the money I have to spend!” First, think about what you can afford and budget accordingly. Google something like “Hawaii vacation budget,” to see how much you should plan for travel, food, lodging and souvenirs for your specific vacation. I googled “vacation budget calculator” and found this nifty little site, budgetyourtrip.com/countrylist.php, which allows you to select what country and travel style (budget, mid-range or luxury) fits your e-pocketbook. At gasbuddy.com, enter your start address, destination and vehicle information and it will estimate your fuel expenses.
Step 2: Balance
I don’t mean balance your checkbook, but balance your travel options. This is where the Internet becomes your bud. Kayak.com is probably the best. Search hotels, flights, cars or packages. Compare and contrast. Mix and match. Unlike Priceline or Expedia which feature their own deals, Kayak searches and lists deals from across the travel website spectrum and beyond. As I’ve traversed the web for travel tips of my own, I’ve been consistently advised not to rely only on sites like Kayak and others for good deals. This is where you leave the Internet behind for old-fashioned techniques. Call airlines and hotels directly and ask about any promotions, daily deals that may not show up online, or offers in case you’re celebrating a special occasion, like an anniversary or such. I sincerely doubt they’ll accept Fluffy’s birthday as a special occasion, but it never hurts to ask.
Step 3: Begin Call airlines and hotels directly and ask about any promotions, daily deals that may not show up online, or offers in case you’re celebrating a special occasion.
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You’ve got the money, you’ve made the plans, now you must begin. “Beginnings are always messy,” said a wise man, John Galsworthy. At least, I assume he was a wise man since I got his quote from brainyquote.com. However, I think we can all agree that nothing should keep us from starting a well-planned adventure. (Sarah Rowland is a freelance writer living in Selmer, Tenn.)
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calendar of events Corinth APRIL 11 Green Market 9:00am3:00pm Crossroads Museum at the Historic Corinth Depot, Corinth Area Tourism office and C.A.R.E. Honor Garden located at 221 North Fillmore Street in historic downtown Corinth, Mississippi. 662.287.3120 APRIL 11 Mississippi State Crossroads Chili Cookoff 9am-4pm Crossroads Museum www.crossroadschilicookoff.com APRIL 23-26
MAY 1 Films on Fillmore Care Garden at the Corinth Depot Call 662.287.1550 for more information MAY 2 34th Annual Coca-Cola Classic 10k Run 8:30-noon Downtown Corinth MAY 3 Green Market 9:00am-3:00pm Crossroads Museum at the Historic Corinth Depot, Corinth Area Tourism office and C.A.R.E. Honor Garden located at 221 North Fillmore Street in historic downtown Corinth, Mississippi 662.287.3120 MAY 21 Alcorn Central High School Graduation Crossroads Arena MAY 22 Corinth High School Graduation Crossroads Arena
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MAY 29 Relay for Life of Alcorn County 6 p.m.-6 a.m. Crossroads Regional Park
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community cookbook Peach Lemonade
4 cups water 2 cups coarsely chopped peaches 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup lemon juice (about 4 to 6 lemons) 1 peach, cut into wedges Mint for garnishment
In a medium saucepan over high heat, combine the first 3 ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 3 minutes. Place peach mixture in a blender. Remove the center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape) and cover the top with a clean dish towel. Puree until smooth. Pour into a large bowl.
Refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Press peach mixture through a sieve over a large bowl, reserving liquid. Discard the peach solids. Stir in lemon juice. When ready to serve, add 1/2 cup ice to the glasses, and pour peach lemonade into the glasses. Garnish with peach wedges and mint.
Easter Oreo Bark
1 package vanilla candy coating 他 cup Easter/Spring M&Ms 8-10 Spring Oreos (crushed) Spring or Easter Sprinkles
Melt package of candy coating in a small pot on low heat - stirring constantly until all melted. Pour over a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle on crushed oreos, M&Ms and sprinkles. Place in fridge for half hour-hour. Break into pieces.
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Vegetable Bean Salad
1 can whole kernel Corn 1 can english peas 1 can lima beans 1 can french style green beans Drain wash with cold water 1 medium onion chopped 3 stalks celery chopped 1 bell pepper chopped 1 jar pimento peppers 1 cup sugar or less 1⁄2 cup vinegar 1⁄3 cup oil or less 1 tsp salt and pepper
Mix all together and refrigerate 24 hours Shirlene Collier (In memory of Della Prince) Walnut MS
Black Cherry Salad
1 can black cherries (reserve juice) 1 pkg. 6oz cherry gelatin 1 small can crushed pineapple (reserve Juice) 1⁄2 cup chopped pecans Mix juice from cherries and pineapples, mix in enough water to make 1 cup liquid. Heat juices and water and add gelatin. Mix well and let cool in refrigerator until partially congealed. Add Cherries, pineapple, and pecans. Pour into a mold refrigerate until completely congealed. Swish congealed salad slightly in warm water and unmold onto serving Dish. Martha Kimbrough Corinth, MS
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Grilled Salmon Original recipe makes 6 servings 11⁄2 pounds salmon fillets lemon pepper to taste garlic powder to taste salt to taste 1⁄3 cup soy sauce 1⁄3 cup brown sugar 1⁄3 cup water 1⁄4 cup vegetable oil Season salmon fillets with lemon pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
In a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, brown sugar, water, and vegetable oil until sugar is dissolved. Place fish in a large resealable plastic bag with the soy sauce mixture, seal, and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Preheat grill for medium heat. Lightly oil grill grate. Place salmon on the preheated grill, and discard marinade. Cook salmon for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Stone Crock Pickles 16 lbs Cucumbers 10 lbs sugar 2 cups pickling salt 1 gallon cider vinegar 1 box pickling spice
Use a large stone crock or butter churn. Make sure the crock or churn is seasoned and will not seep water. Soak cucumbers in a mixture of two cups pickling salt to one gallon water for 14 days. Use enough solution to cover the cucumbers after 14 days, take the cucumbers out. Wash in clean water. Slice and soak overnight in two teaspoons of alum to one quart of water solution. Make enough to cover the cucumbers take out rinse, pour one gallon vinegar over the cucumbers and soak eight hours. Drain and dispose of vinegar. Layer sugar and pickles (use 10 lbs of sugar) Put pickling spices in a cloth CROSSROADS MAGAZINE
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Fresh Fruit Tart
1 refrigerated pie crust, softened as directed on box 2 oz unsweetened baking chocolate 1 cup plus 4 tablespoons whipping cream 6 tablespoons butter 1⁄3 cup sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 4 egg yolks 1 tablespoon vanilla 11⁄2 cups fruit, such as raspberries, blackberries, sliced nectarines, kiwifruit 1⁄2 cup apricot jam 1 tablespoon water Heat oven to 450°F. Press pie crust into 10-inch tart pan; prick bottom and side with fork. Bake 10 minutes; turn oven down to 350°F. Bake about 10 minutes or until golden brown. Melt chocolate and 4 tablespoons of the whipping cream over low heat. Stir until smooth; spread into baked pie shell, coating bottom of crust. Refrigerate. In heavy 2-quart saucepan, cook butter, sugar and cornstarch over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until thick and mixture boils; boil 1 minute. Beat egg yolks in small bowl; stir small amount of sugar mixture into egg yolks. Slowly
add egg mixture to remaining sugar mixture in saucepan, stirring rapidly to avoid lumps. Cook 1 minute over low heat. Remove from heat; add vanilla. Cover and refrigerate 3 hours. Whip 1 cup whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Fold cold egg mixture into whipped cream with whisk. Fill pie shell with mixture. Top tart with fruit. Microwave apricot jam and water in small microwavable bowl uncovered on High 1 minute. Glaze fruit with jam mixture using pastry brush. Refrigerate 11⁄2 hours and serve.
Mushroom Ravioli
Portabello mushrooms (5 to 6 chopped) Green Onions (2 to 3 chopped) White Onion (1/4 or less depending on taste) Saute Express seasoned mean starter (1 cube of the garlic butter flavor) Buitoni Mushroom Agnolotti (1 package Parmesan or Romano Cheese Fresh or dried herbs (to your taste) Sea salt (to your taste) Cracked Black Pepper (to your taste) Cook ravioli as directed on package In a sauté pan on a notch under medium heat, add in the starter cube, green onions, white onions, portabello mushrooms, a teaspoon of the ravioli’s starchy pasta water, your fresh favorite or dried herbs and salt and pepper to taste. Once the mushrooms have cooked down and the onions have become translucent, toss in the ravioli and a bit of parmesan or romano cheese. Once the flavor have combined (usually one to two minutes), remove from heat, transfer to a serving bowl and garnish as desired. To mix it up, substitute mushrooms and onions for spinach and cherry tomatoes. PA G E 2 0
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Fresh flowers serve many purposes. A bouquet of flowers can be a gift on a special holiday or birthday. Some people apologize with flowers, while others use flowers to convey feelings of love or appreciation. Many people like to display fresh-cut flowers in their homes because their beauty can brighten the mood indoors. Others plant rows and rows of flowers in a garden with the express purpose of cutting them and bringing them into the home. While outdoor flowers can remain beautiful and bountiful outside, once they are cut, there is a limited amount of time before they begin to wilt and wither. But there are ways to prolong the life of cut flowers to enjoy their beauty as long as possible. • Cut correctly. Creating a large enough surface area on the stem for the uptake of water is essential. That is why florists recommend cutting the stem on a slant to expose more area to the water. • Place flowers in water immediately. Some people advocate cutting the stems while they’re actually submerged in water. However, you will probably be fine if you simply recut the stems on
flowers you brought inside and immediately put them in a vase of water. The key is not to let the tip of the stem dry out or close up with an air bubble, sap or other substances, preventing the uptake of water. Be sure to use lukewarm water so as not to shock the blooms. • Remove leaves. Take off the leaves of the plant that would end up underwater in the vase. Exposure to the water could cause the leaves to rot and fall off, creating algae or sludge in the vase water. It also may breed extra bacteria or attract small insects to the water. However, do not to remove the thorns from roses, as this tends to shorten their shelf life. • Choose young flowers. Mature flowers may have peaked and begun to make room for a new round of blooms, so try to choose young buds or blooms that just opened so that you’ll have an opportunity to enjoy them longer. • Create a viable water atmosphere. Once a fresh flower is cut and a stem is placed in water, bacteria and fungi can start to grow almost immediately. These microscopic organisms can clog the small tubes inside the stem that suck up water for nourishment. Many florists send home
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“Fashions fade, style is eternal.” – Yves Saint Laurent From sunny and golden shades of yellow to flats, slides and sneakers, this spring season is all about color and comfort. With choices of amber, canary, saffron, custard, marigold and other hues, choosing the right yellow can feel a bit overwhelming. The trick is figuring out your skin’s natural undertone and finding the hue which best compliments it, according to “Glamour” magazine’s Nikki Ogunnaike. While the simple yet sophisticated little black dress will never go out of style, this spring is all about shirtdresses – a tailored dress which borrows stylistic accents from men’s button-front shirts. “Nautical looks are making a comeback with large anchors, coral reef pattern and seahorses,” said Ann’s owner Kim Roberts. “It is appearing on everything from accessories to shirts and pants.” Monogramming is still in, according to Roberts. “Accessories are still the monogram craze, which in the South is always popular,” she said. “You also want to have a long scarf for sure. It has become the most important staple for any occasion.” She also recommends mixing patterns and textures with sheer panels and longer lace tops to pair with skinny jeans, pants, leggings and other items for everyday wear.
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Training for the Coke 10K race By Steve Beavers
For Crossroads Magazine Those planning on taking part in the 34th Annual Corinth Coca-Cola 10K on May 2 should have laced their running shoes up in February. Runners/walkers need to prepare slowly for the the 6.2-mile trek through downtown. “A program which starts with walking and gradually increases to running is best,” said race cocoordinator Amy Smith. “The wrong thing to do is
to walk or run 6.2 miles after just a week or two of training.” Organizers with the annual 10K have outlined a training program to help runners/walkers achieve their goal of finishing the race strong and injuryfree. “We are trying to promote the race as a catalyst for people to begin a healthy lifestyle,” said Smith. “We hear so much talk about poor diet and lack of physical exercise in Please see RACE | 42
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Before you decide on a home improvement project this spring, it’s a good idea to learn which ones will help raise your house’s value and recoup the most money when you decide to sell.
From replacing your front door to adding a deck, there are many midrange improvements that won’t cost a bundle but will deliver great bang for your buck. It’s not about spending the most money; it’s about improvements that best hold their value. The experts at “Remodeling” magazine recently released their 28th annual Cost vs. Value Report, comparing construction costs with resale value for 36 of the most popular home improvement projects. When it came to midrange projects, the report found homeowners recouped the highest percentage of costs on these five improvements: steel entry door replacement, installation of manufactured stone veneer on home exteriors, garage door replacements, vinyl siding replacement, and wooden deck additions. “Making your home stand out from others on your block and
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Time-saving spring cleaning tips for your home’s outdoor spaces By State Point Media For Crossroads Magazine
It’s time to prep your home’s outdoor spaces for the season ahead. From the yard to the garage to the deck, getting these areas tidy is all part of a thorough spring clean. Here are some tips to make the process faster and easier.
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Your shed, your garage, your toolbox -- it’s time to take stock of what you’re storing in these key areas. Broken tools, piles of junk – these are items that will get in your way and slow you down all season long. So before you get to the nitty gritty of your outdoor spring clean, take the time to organize your workspace. Throw out what is junk, donate what you aren’t using, and organize the rest into categories. Vertical storage can save crucial room, so install tall shelves and use walls and the ceiling to install organizational systems. Now is also a great opportunity to perform routine maintenance on your lawn equipment and tools to improve their efficiency.
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Remember, different surfaces require different cleaning techniques. Whether you’re cleaning up tough mold and mildew stains from your deck or patio or washing the more delicate surface of your car, you can switch modes or apply soap directly from the nozzle. This feature eliminates the need for switching attachments or walking back to the pressure washer, making an afternoon of diverse to-dos manageable. Just be sure you’re using the proper mode for the task. Tips and instructional videos can be found at www.PowerFlowPlus.com.
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If you have a larger yard, consider a riding mower to save time and energy on lawn maintenance.
Remember not to over mow your lawn. Not only is it not healthy for the grass, it can be a time suck and increase your carbon footprint needlessly. Likewise, only water your lawn and garden when necessary. During periods of rain, you can ease up on this chore. The most efficient times of day to waterv your lawn are morning. When the sun is strongest, you will lose more water to evaporation and your work will be for naught. By changing up your lawn care habits, you can save time all season. While working outdoors can be fun, don’t spend more time than you need to on your household spring cleaning tasks. Finding simple ways to be more efficient will give you more time to enjoy your home’s outdoor spaces.
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today’s society.” Those expecting to run in the 10K should have started their training by Feb. 2. A 15-minute run/walk should have gotten the training underway before taking a day off and doing the same thing the next day. “The 10K is not just a one-day
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“The 10K is not just a one-day event. Preparation begins weeks before the race.” Some tips to keep in mind before running a 10K include: • Spend a few minutes before and after your workout doing some light stretching. • Mixing – if you are just starting, mixing short periods of running and walking is best. As you get stronger, you can lengthen the running time. • Practice LSD – long slow distance. Think about the duration of your activity, not speed. Too hard and too fast will lead to injury. • Breathing – exercise at a “walkie-talkie” pace – the ability to talk during your exercise. Labored breathing is no fun and unnecessary. Oh yes, breathe through your mouth. • Listen to your body – aches and pains that last more than a few days should be checked by a health care professional. Call your doctor if you experience chest discomfort, heart rhythm changes, unusual shortness of breath, dizziness or nausea. • Older people or anyone with pre-existing medical problems, i.e. heart or lung problems, should check with their doctor before starting an exercise program.
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Salad to six inches apart. Make sure the crop gets at least one inch of water a week from rain or irrigation. To help prevent disease, try to water on sunny mornings, so the leaves can dry by evening.
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• Butterhead, or Boston, lettuce has soft, tender, rich green outer leaves and white to yellowish hearts. It is also high in nutrition, and its taste and texture are excellent. Quick-maturing butterheads require cool weather and an excellent soil to produce well. Plants with plenty of growing space develop more quickly than those in the crowded seed row. Thin to six inches apart. • Baby romaine produces smaller heads of lettuce than standard romaine. The leaves remain small
For more information on planning a garden, contact Dr. Jeff Wilson, horticulturist serving Northeast Mississippi with Mississippi State University’s Extension Service. Wilson can be followed on Twitter @MSUPlantMan or email him atjwilson@ext. msstate.edu.
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and tender. Baby romaine grows quickly, reaching maturity in less than two months. Sow the seeds 1/4 inch deep and space them one inch apart in rows set 12 to 16 inches apart. Mist the soil surface with water after sowing until it’s evenly moist. Thin seedlings after they germinate and reach two to three inches high. Water before more than the top inch of soil dries out. • Arugula has a rich, peppery flavor. Thin seedlings to space plants four to six inches apart with 10 inches between rows. Use thinnings in salads, and start harvesting mature greens in six to eight weeks. • Mustard greens include attractive red or green loose-leaf which mature in 45 days. Plants tolerate heat and light frost, and they’re easy to grow. Leaves of oriental
mustard cultivars tend not to be as hot or biting as Southern mustard greens. Thin to 10 inches and leave 10 to 12 inches between rows.
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There are unlimited ways to dress up fresh salad greens. It can be a simple mixed green salad enhanced with fresh herbs, savory cheeses and a refreshing vinaigrette. Or just sprinkle with fresh lemon juice, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Strawberries would also pair well with baby greens.
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