CLUB
BOOKLET 10 2009
inside this issue: Charity Article
Children’s Competition
Star Competition
Police Article
Gardening
Lottery Entries
Sirdar Knitting Pattern
In the past we have supported the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation, registered Charity No. 1067331 Over 2 million pounds donated to various charities
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FAMILY LIFE BOOKLET 10 2009 Front cover: Natalie and son Matthew, who support CLDF’s Yellow Alert campaign.
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Did you know that: G liver disease affects more children than childhood leukaemia G at least two children are diagnosed with a liver disease every day in the UK G there are over 100 different liver diseases affecting children most of which are life threatening G in most cases there is no cure, just palliative treatments (including liver transplant) and a lifetime of care G thousands of families are living day in, day out with the misery of liver disease G two children a week have a liver transplant in the UK – 100 lives are saved every year by liver transplant G we do not know the cause of most childhood liver diseases G liver disease can affect any child at any age – there is no group considered at risk
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HOW NAPPY KNOWHOW CAN SAVE LIVES It's a simple and undisputable fact that early diagnosis of childhood liver disease can save lives. That's why Children’s Liver Disease Foundation’s (CLDF) Yellow Alert campaign, which highlights the signs to look for in newly born infants, is so vital.
In 2007, CLDF launched its latest phase of Yellow Alert, which resulted in over 7,000 pieces of literature being sent to the public and medical professionals. In the first half of 2009, the Yellow Alert website was visited well over 5,000 times. Numbers aside, Yellow Alert clearly highlights the actions needed to be taken by healthcare professionals. It empowers families by providing the information they need to ask for the right tests and go some way to understanding the results. Now, two years after the latest campaign launch, just what does the Yellow Alert campaign mean to the families it seeks to help? Natalie’s son Matthew suffers with a rare and life threatening liver disease. Now two years' old, Matthew was diagnosed at four months with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency following weeks of exhaustive tests in surgeries and hospitals across the country. Natalie says: “I support the Yellow Alert campaign as it’s vital that neonatal liver disease is identified and treated as early as possible. “CLDF has created guidelines and an information pack to help healthcare professionals and the general public spot the signs and symptoms of childhood liver 4
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disease and I’m proud to do what I can to raise awareness about this vital work.” The signs are clear; prolonged jaundice, lasting beyond two weeks after birth, pale stools and/or yellow urine, which should be colourless in infants. Any of these must be reported to the midwife, health visitor or GP and a special blood test called a split bilirubin test must be done to rule out liver disease. “Early on we had a real fight to get Matthew diagnosed and a clear treatment plan identified,” Natalie recalls. “He was heavily jaundiced and stopped feeding. Our GP and Special Care Baby Unit didn’t perform the necessary tests despite our requests. It was heartbreaking to see him declining.” And when asked why she supports CLDF through fundraising, Natalie’s response comes quickly: “The Foundation was a lifeline to my family at a time when I felt powerless to help my child. Raising money for CLDF is a way for me to give something back to a really good cause, to say thank you.” Catherine Arkley, chief executive at CLDF, says: “At least one baby is born with liver disease every day in the UK but we have no way of telling which baby will be affected. “There is no specific group at risk of liver disease. It could strike any family, at any
“This part of the campaign is so important to me because of the excellent care Matthew had as a result of our health visitor’s knowledge. I want this to be the case for more and more families across the UK.”
time, so it is important that everyone remains alert to the signs, which are easy to spot.” Mrs Arkley continues: “For nearly 30 years we have been supporting families devastated by their child’s death or their need for a liver transplant at a young age due to late diagnosis of liver disease. This is a human tragedy. In the early stages of liver disease a baby can look and feed entirely well, which can be misleading for everyone. Checking nappies for the warning signs and responding to prolonged jaundice may prevent the human cost we deal with, day in, day out.” Natalie concludes: “Yellow Alert is only limited by funding. There is such a clear link between early diagnosis and improved outcomes for children like Matthew. My real hope for the future of the campaign is that CLDF is able build on what it has done so far. Reaching more people will ultimately help save the lives of many newborn babies.” To find out more visit www.childliverdisease.org/education/yellowalert
For more information about Children's Liver Disease Foundation, please visit www.childliverdisease.org or call 0121 212 3839. Family Life
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Aries (21st March - 20th April)
Libra (24th September - 23rd October)
You will be left in little doubt as for the love and affection a partner has for you and social activities will bring you into contact with influential people, which will bring you financial gains.
Don’t be afraid of showing your true emotions as there may be an early rebuff, but stay with it and you will be given a chance to prove your worth. Judge your time precisely.
Taurus (21st April - 21st May)
Scorpio (24th October - 22nd November)
Possibly a month of some tension and you will feel on edge, particularly with someone close to you, try and share your thoughts with them. A trying time, but do not fly off the handle with the wrong person, a firm decision will be made given the right setting.
Not a month for standing around, there are problems that have to be dealt with immediately, you must take action in a constructive way, remember that not everyone is as understanding as you.
Gemini (22nd May - 21st June) Someone you meet casually will make a lasting impression on you, it has come at the wrong time, but you will follow it up, so keep in mind your patience will be rewarded.
Cancer (22nd June - 23rd July) Your partner is anxious for change and you must try to control their enthusiasm, it is a bad time for change so don’t make a promise that you will not be able to keep.
SAGITTARIUS (23rd November - 21st December) Be sure of what you want, romance seems prominent and may cause you to change your schedule. You may develop an interest in someone special which will create a more settled state of affairs later.
Capricorn (22nd December - 20th January) A better month when things will run smoother, it’s time to confirm an agreement but try not to overrule your superiors, good times ahead in a very personal relationship and most things you wish for will be within your reach.
Leo (24th July - 23rd August) A major decision will be made and you must put it into action before the end of the month, so don’t think about it, ‘do it’. An assessment of your finances maybe necessary.
Aquarius (21st January - 19th February) An exhausting month ahead, lot of social activities within a close circle of friends, a secret meeting could be very beneficial financially, but you must accept the co-operation of an interested party.
Virgo (24th August - 23rd September) A romantic month, when you may want to stake a claim as you’re not backward in coming forward in the romantic stakes and you have enough confidence to carry it off, but don’t push the boat out too far as mixing business with pleasure does not always prove to be a successful venture.
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Pisces (20th February - 20th March) New faces and new places will have an invigorating effect on you and if you are unattached then an offer of marriage is a definite possibility in the very near future. Pay rises are also promising this month.
HALLOWE’EN WORDSEARCH COMPETiTION Come on Bat Clubbers, can you find all ten words associated with Hallowe’en? The first five correct entries chosen at random will each receive a £5 cheque.
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O L O P I U J H N T G F R E D S K R
F C D E R F V I G H H M J U I K C I
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E T F G H P E W Q A S Q S X S C T K
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PUMPKIN CANDLES BATS TOFFEE APPLES WITCHES GHOSTS CANDY CATS BROOMSTICK TRICK OR TREAT
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TEACH YOUR BABY TO SWIM The popular expression, ‘You’re never too old to learn’ is being turned on its head, with thousands of tiny tots proving you’re never too young either! Structured swimming lessons are now a regular activity for babies and toddlers – with many starting at just a few weeks. And at least 16,000 attend Water Babies classes across the UK – making it the world’s largest swim school. Whilst the emphasis in lessons is very much on parent and child bonding and having fun, the highly specialist techniques mean that many children 8
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are proudly swimming short distances by the age of two. Through gentle nurturing, the children quickly become incredibly water confident – equally happy above or below the surface. And the techniques work, as proved last year, when three Water Babies survived what could have been tragic accidents. One fell into an unheated pool; another a canal (mid-winter); the third slipped into a flood-swelled stream. Rather than panic, the children did what they’d been taught, calmly swam to the surface, made for the edge and held on until they were spotted and rescued. One mum afterwards said that she was absolutely convinced that without Water
Babies classes, which she’d been attending since eight weeks, her daughter would now be dead. And what makes it even more remarkable is that all three children were just two years of age when the accidents occurred. Baby swimming classes are a great workout for both parent and child – exercising parts of the body never even found on land! They’re very sociable too, which is very important in the first, often isolating, stages of parenthood. With one in ten mums still suffering from Post Natal Depression, it’s a great way of getting out of the house to enjoy a fun activity that, for many, quickly becomes a weekly highlight. For more information on Water Babies classes phone 01404 548 348 or look at www.waterbabies.co.uk Family Life
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Through the eyes of an artist John Henry Instance, born in Birmingham in 1945, always showed a keen interest in painting. After moving to Bewdley,
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Worcestershire in 1983 with his family, he got new inspiration from the banks of the River Severn and the Worcestershire countryside, as well as gaining a growing interest in his work. He is now a full-time artist with his own gallery and his work can be found in many private collections in the United Kingdom and abroad. John specialises in riverside reflections of buildings and bridges.
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North view from Bewdle y Bridge.
“Reflections are wonderful things, water is so changeable. I prefer working in watercolour because the colour is more subtle.” says John. So where does John get his inspiration? “I will visit an area several times until I get familiar with the surroundings, thus begins a process of developing the inspiration that will allow me to capture the atmosphere, character and depth which will ultimately be translated into the finished watercolour.
Bridgnorth Bridge. Image size 10” x 8”
“Photographs and pencil sketches are used as a secondary
aid for further familiarisation. A
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natural feeling is important.” says John, who painstakingly builds up the overall style and impression he wants to create in his work. Beloved by visitors and artists alike, in recent years, Worcestershire has become an important tourist centre. This is perhaps due to its central location and accessibility as a base for touring the many geographical themes, historical sites and visitor attractions in the surrounding countryside of seven adjoining countries.
South view from Bewdle y Bridge. Image size 10” x 8”
All prints are taken from original paintings and are signed by John H. Instance. Why not give John a call on 01299 400 993
Readers special offer We are able to offer three prints personally signed by John H. Instance of river scenes in and around Worcestershire. These lovely pictures take in the River Severn at Bewdley and Bridgnorth, all instantly recognisable if you have visited either of these beautiful towns. An ever increasing number of visitors who come to Worcestershire will often want a keepsake, as a reminder of their trip and these watercolours make an ideal and unique gift. These prints are available in a set of three or individually. The set of all three prints shown in this article cost £36.00 (inclusive of P&P). Or, alternatively you can choose individual pictures at £14.00 per print (inclusive of P&P). Please tick box/boxes to indicate which print/prints you require. Set of three
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DONALD DUCK COMPETITION
WORDSEARCH COMPETITION
The five winners each receiving a £5 cheque are:
The five winners each receiving a £5 cheque are:
Brandon Hemmings, Halesowen Robert Upton, Birmingham Mariam Shazad, Worcester Deane Hill, Birmingham Tyler Stevens, Stroud
Emily Pincher, Tipton Louis Radley, Leamington Spa Grace Barrington, Birmingham Tony Bradley, Dudley Andrew Tonks, Worcester
WINNER OF A £100 CHEQUE
Miss G, Penny Solihull Mrs S J Hollier, Sutton Coldfield; Mrs Abbott, Coalville; Mrs J Baker, Stourport on Severn; Mrs R Birch, Shrewsbury; Mr I Thompson, Swindon; Mrs Sutton, Whitby; Mr R Mayes, Birkenhead; Mrs E Pritchard, Dudley; Mr L Sankarsingh, Hodge Hill; Miss K Ricker , Nottingham.
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Come on kids can you unjumble the four swimming strokes listed below, get them all right and five lucky winners will each receive a £5 cheque.
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Autumn in Wales The summer may be over, but that's no reason to hibernate! In Wales there is a wealth of things to do whatever the weather. At their best in the autumn after a downpour,
mushrooms in the Elan Valley and their Visitor
Wales' stunning waterfalls include Pistyll
Centre runs a Fungus Foray (17 October
Rhaeadr in North Wales, considered one of
2009) looking at the world of fungi led by
the seven wonders of Wales and 60ft higher
Ray Woods of the Countryside Council for
than Niagara, and Ystradfellte Falls, which is
Wales. 53 varieties of mushroom can be
a collection of pretty waterdfalls in the Brecon
found in Wales, including two that are deadly.
Beacon National Park. Wales' Neath Valley is
The mushroom season lasts until the end of
known as Waterfall Country, with falls ranging
October. www.elanvalley.org.uk
from Aberdulais Falls, with a fantastic visitor centre with an interactive display, fish pass
Why not check out the family activities at
and observation window, to Scwd yr Eira
National Trust properties around the country
(pictured top left), where visitors can actually
this autumn? Bob for apples at the 19th
walk under the falls.
annual apple festival at Erddig in North Wales (3 and 4 October), hunt the bats
The rain in Wales produces fantastic
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hiding at Tudor Merchant's House in
Pembrokeshire (26-30 October) and win
makes use of all the natural surroundings
a spooky prize, watch out for ghosts and
and courses take place come rain or shine.
ghouls at Hallowe'en at Chirk Castle near
www.dryadbushcraft.co.uk
Wrexham (31 October), follow the Hallowe'en quiz trail and eat pumpkin soup at Aberdulais
The whole family can discover, or re-discover,
Falls in Neath and Port Talbot (31 October).
the joy of drawing at the National Wetland
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Centre in Llanelli this October half-term, 24 October - 1 November 2009. Materials
To learn how our ancestors kept dry,
and inspiration with more than 450 acres
Dryad Bushcraft offers a range of courses
of lakes, pools and lagoons and birds and
in bushcraft (the art of learning to live in a
wildlife as diverse as dragonflies and
wilderness environment) all based on the
flamingos. www.wwt.org.uk
Gower Peninsula. Courses include Wilderness Gourmet, Prehistoric Gower, Introduction
For further information log on to
to Bushcraft and Family Bushcraft. Dryad
www.visitwales.co.uk
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PUP IDOLS LEAVE HOME The latest 'Pup Idol' video released by West Midlands Police follows the batch as they leave their home at the dog training centre for the last time.
A new interactive website has been designed following the success of the videos, previously released on the force's main website and youtube.
The puppies are now three-months-old and have been housed with 'puppy walkers' in the region. But now it's time for them to learn how to operate in the outside world, away from the security of the dog training centre and their brothers and sisters.
As well as all the videos, it features a new 'hot' or 'not' section which charts which of the 11 contenders is performing well and which may not make the grade. The website will be produced monthly until the dogs finish their training.
The video meets one of the puppy walkers and looks at what their job entails. And although the puppies might be leaving home, we have created a new 'virtual' home on the internet for their thousands of fans to keep in touch.
The interactive site looks specifically at 'C' litter who have been featured in the videos since they were born in April.
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Visitors to the site will be able to email questions to the team who look after the puppies and will also be able to download pictures of the puppies on to their computers.
Chief Insp Mark Payne, head of the press and PR department, said: "This is a really fun, innovative site which gives people a great insight into how we develop our operational dogs from the moment they are born. "We don't know which of the puppies will actually make it as police dogs at this stage. They've still got a long way to go so people can watch their progress and make their own minds up about which ones will qualify to become operational police dogs. "Oh and don't worry. We always look after the ones who don't make the grade." Visit the puppies at www.west-midlands.police.uk/pupidol/
www.west-midlands.police.uk
"This is a really fun, innovative site which gives people a great insight into how we develop our operational dogs from the moment they are born.�
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MEASUREMENTS To fit chest Actual measurement Full length Sleeve length (adjustable)
041
Quality Wash ‘n’ Wear Crepe 4 ply
97 38 106 413⁄4 73 283⁄4 47 181⁄2
102 40 112 44 73 283⁄4 48 19
107 42 117 46 75 291⁄2 50 193⁄4
112 44 122 48 75 291⁄2 51 20
117 46 127 50 76 30 52 201⁄2
122 48 132 52 76 30 53 21
cm in cm in cm in cm in Balls
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100gm
Shade 282
Also suitable for Country Style 4 Ply and Legend 4 Ply.
The quantities of yarn are based upon average requirements and are therefore approximate. MATERIALS
1 pair of 31⁄4mm (UK10 - USA3) PONY Knitting Needles. 1 pair of 23⁄4mm (UK12 - USA2) PONY Knitting Needles.
PONY Stitch Holders. PONY Cable Needle.
TENSION
28 sts and 36 rows to 10cm, (4in) over pattern and stocking stich on 31⁄4mm needles or the size required to give correct tension. Check your tension - if less stitches use a thinner needle, if more use a thicker needle. IT IS ESSENTIAL TO WORK TO THE STATED TENSION TO ENSURE SUCCESS.
ABBREVIATIONS alt alternate, cm centimetres, CN cable needle, cont continue, dec decrease(ing), foll following, in inch(es), inc increase(ing),k knit, mm millimetres, p purl, patt pattern rem remain(ing), rep repeat, rs right side, st(s) stitch(es), ws wrong side Circle the size you wish to make BACK Using 23⁄4mm needles cast on 149 [157:165:171:179:185] sts. 1st Row. K1, * p1, k1, rep from * to end. 2nd Row. * P1, k1, rep from * to last st, p1. These 2 rows will now be 20
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referred to as 1x1 rib. Work in 1x1 rib for 4cm, (11⁄2in), ending with a rs row. Next Row. Rib to end dec 1 st in centre of row. 148 [156:164:170:178:184] sts. Change to 31⁄4mm needles and proceed as follows:1st Row. K11, * (p1, k5, p1, k5, p1, k4) twice, p1, k5, p1, k1, * k42 [50:58:64:72:78], rep from * to * once, k11. 2nd Row. P11, * k1, p5, k1, p1, (p3, k1, p1, k1, p3, k1, p5, k1, p1) twice, * p42 [50:58:64:72:78], rep from * to * once, p11. The 11 sts at each end and centre sts of 1st and 2nd row will now be referred to as st-st (stocking stitch). 3rd Row. K11, * (p1, k1, slip
next 2 sts to back on CN, k2 then k2 from CN (this will now be referred to as C4B), p1, k3, p1, k3, p1, k2) twice, p1, k1, C4B, p1, k1, * k42 [50:58:64:72:78], rep from * to * once, k11 4th Row. P11, * k1, p5, k1, p1, (p1, k1, p5, k1, p1, k1, p5, k1, p1) twice, * p42 [50:58:64:72:78], rep from * to * once, p11. 5th Row. K11, * (p1, k5, p1, k10) twice, p1, k5, p1, k1, * k42 [50:58:64:72:78], rep from * to * once, k11. 6th Row. P11, * (k1, p5, k1, p10) twice, k1, p5, k1, p1, * p42 [50:58:64:72:78], rep from * to * once, p11 7th Row. K11, * (p1, k1, C4B, p1, k5, p1, k4) twice, p1, k1,
C4B, p1, k1, * k42 [50:58:64:72:78], rep from * to * once, k11. 8th Row. As 2nd row. 9th Row. K11, * (p1, k5, p1, k3, p1, k3, p1, k2) twice, p1, k5, p1, k1, * k42 [50:58:64:72:78], rep from * to * once, k11. 10th Row. As 4th row. 11th Row. K11, * (p1, k1, C4B, p1, k10) twice, p1, k1, C4B, p1, k1, * k42 [50:58:64:72:78], rep from * to * once, k11. 12th Row. P11, * (k1, p5, k1, p10) twice, k1, p5, k1, p1, * p42 [50:58:64:72:78], rep from * to * once, p11. From 1st to 12th row sets st-st and patt panels. Keeping continuity of patt as set (throughout) cont until back measures 50cm, (193⁄4in), ending with a ws row. Shape Armholes Work 10 rows dec 1 st at each end of every row. 128 [136:144:150:158:164] sts. ** Cont without shaping until armholes measure 23 [23:25:25:26:26]cm, (9 [9:93⁄4:93⁄4:101⁄4:101⁄4]in), ending with a ws row. Shape Shoulders Next Row. Cast off 43 [47:49:52:54:57] sts in patt, k41 [41:45:45:49:49], cast off 43 [47:49:52:54:57] sts in patt. Leave centre 42 [42:46:46:50:50] sts on a stitch holder. FRONT Work as given for Back to **. Cont without shaping until armholes measure
13 [13:15:15:16:16]cm, (51⁄4[51⁄4:6:6:61⁄4:61⁄4]in), ending with a ws row. Shape Neck Next Row. Patt 54 [58:60:63:65:68] sts, turn, leave rem 74 [78:84:87:93:96] sts on a stitch holder. Working on these 54 [58:60:63:65:68] sts only proceed as follows:Next Row. Patt. Work 4 rows dec 1 st at neck edge in every row. 50 [54:56:59:61:64] sts. Work 13 rows dec 1 st at neck edge in next and every foll alt row. 43 [47:49:52:54:57] sts. Cont without shaping until armhole measures 23 [23:25:25:26:26]cm, (9 [9:93⁄4:93⁄4:101⁄4:101⁄4]in), ending with a ws row. Cast off in patt. With rs facing, working on rem 74 [78:84:87:93:96] sts slip first 20 [20:24:24:28:28] sts onto a stitch holder, rejoin yarn to rem 54 [58:60:63:65:68] sts and patt to end. Complete to match first side of neck. SLEEVES (Both alike) Using 23⁄4mm needles cast on 67 [67:73:73:77:77] sts, work in 1x1 rib for 4cm, (11⁄2in), ending with a ws row. Change to 31⁄4mm needles and working in st-st (throughout) inc 1 st at each end of 5th and every foll 4th row to 115 [115:119:119:137:137] sts. Inc 1 st at each end of every foll 6th row to 129 [129:139:139:145:145] sts. Cont without shaping until
sleeve measures 47 [48:50:51:52:53]cm, (181⁄2[19:193⁄4:20:201⁄2:21]in), or length required, ending with a ws row. Shape SIeeve Top Work 10 rows dec 1 st at each end of every row. 109 [109:119:119:125:125] sts. Cast off. NECKBAND Join right shoulder seam. With rs facing, using 23⁄4mm needles pick up and knit 26 sts evenly along left side of neck, 20 [20:24:24:28:28] sts left on a stitch holder at front of neck, 27 sts evenly along right side of neck and 42 [42:46:46:50:50] sts left on a stitch holder at back of neck. 115 [115:123:123:131:131] sts. Knit 3 rows. Starting with 1st row of 1x1 rib work 10 rows. Cast off loosely in rib. TO MAKE UP Join left shoulder and neckband seams. Fold sleeves in half lengthways, then placing folds to shoulder seams, sew sleeves in position. Join side and sleeve seams. Pin out garment to the measurement given on front page. Cover with damp cloths and leave until dry. See ball band for washing and further care instructions.
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PLANNING FOR SPRING IN THE AUTUMN
PANSIES & DAFFODILS Spring flowering bulbs have been available in shops and garden centres for some weeks now. Always aim to plant daffodils and narcissi as early possible, preferably before the end of October so that their roots start to grow in the warm moist soil, feeding the bulb and its embryo flowers before winter, late planting may cause flowers to abort. Daffodils make a dramatic impact if planted in drifts, as we have done on the roadside in front of our garden centre and around the pool area at the rear. If this is the effect you would like to create, daffodils can be purchases in large 25kg bags of mixed or separate named varieties. Always buy as soon as you can and when you get them home open up the bag and spread them out on newspaper in the garden shed or garage so that they do not sweat and rot in the bag. At the same time check them for signs of any disease such as mould and soft rot. The bulbs should be firm and hard like a tennis ball or onion. If in any doubt do not plant them, in doing so you will surely spread
disease and be disappointed with a poor show next spring. Return the bulbs to the store where you bought them, as they may have a problem with the remainder of the stock. When planting in grass, it is worth bearing in mind that once Daffodils have flowered they will have to remain uncut for at least six to seven weeks to allow the food generated in the leaves to return to the bulb to create the flower bud for the following spring. The most likely cause for naturalised bulbs not to flower is that the leaves have been bent over or cut off whilst still growing. In my experience, once planted daffodils are best left alone and not lifted. When planting in a border, plant in groups of six or more closely together, to create a bold display. Be sure to mark them in some way, such as in front of a large rock or group of stones, so that you are reminded not to dig them up once the flowers and foliage have died down. There are many dwarf and miniature flowering types of Daffodils that look exceptionally good in the rockery, tubs or raised flower beds. The most popular early flowering variety being the multi-headed daffodil Tete a Tete, again plant in groups for maximum effect. As a general rule, the planting depth for any bulb is to plant two to three times its own depth. It is always better to plant too deep than too shallow. If your soil is heavy clay, make the hole a little deeper, place a handful of sharp horticultural grit in it, sit the bulb on this and fill in the hole. This will improve drainage, preventing water logging that
could damage the roots causing the bulb to die. It is worth remembering to feed daffodils with a liquid general fertiliser when the flowers begin to fade.
WINTER FLOWERING PANSY With autumn now upon us it is time to plant your Winter Pansy. As always it is important to select the best plants, avoid those that have become long and fall over and those where the foliage is light green to yellow looking. Check also for black spots on the leaves and for any signs of mildew, as these diseases will spread if weather conditions (mild and damp) are just right. Choose those plants that have the first flower showing with bright green foliage. Plant in groups of single colours with plants approximately 8" apart for the best effect. The Pansy is such a versatile plant, giving colour for over 30 weeks of the year October-May. Use in mixed tubs, window boxes and hanging baskets. Winter hanging baskets are becoming increasingly popular, planted now they will give colour and interest from autumn through to spring. Plant with small shrubs, herbs, grasses, Ivy, Viola and Pansy, to create an ever-changing display. Because of the short days and cold and wet weather it is easy to forget your baskets and planters, so try to set a little time aside at the weekend to keep them tidy and watered, cutting back and removing any dead material. Come the spring as they start to grow add some liquid feed every time you water. If you are after some inspiration, I will be holding demonstrations on how to plant up a hanging basket at our garden centre on both Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October at 11.00 - 12.30pm and 2.30pm - 3.30pm. Hope to see you there!
If you have any gardening questions or comments, write to me, Brian Wheat, at the garden centre and I will endeavour to answer them. Wm Wheat & Son Ltd, The Florist and Garden Centre, 520 Chester Road, Little Aston, West Midlands WS9 0PU Visit our website www.wmwheat.co.uk
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