Home and Garden 04/29/17

HOME & GARDEN • SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2017

May flowers BRING ON THE

MAY GARDEN CALENDAR CARE FOR A BEAUTIFUL, LUSH LAWN STAY SAFE WHEN LANDSCAPING FERTILIZING GRASS, GARDENS AND TREES

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YEAR ROUND GARDENING

May garden calendar

BY EILEEN TULLY, COLORADO MASTER GARDENER

Usually I break May’s garden chores into three time frames — early, mid and late. In previous years the average last frost date in town has been between May 10 to May 16. But with the warmer weather this year the calendar has been adjusted to merge early and mid-month chores. Ah, but I probably should include the phrase, “this is Colorado and we could get a late spring frost.”

Now and all during the month, plant perennials and small fruits such as raspberries and blackberries, container grown and balled-and-burlap trees, landscape shrubs and potted roses.

Make it easy on yourself: if you’re new to gardening in Colorado look for perennials marked “Plant Select.” These plants are grown for our region. Many of them will be labeled drought tolerant, but all new plants will require regular watering until they get established.

When shopping, don’t be tempted to buy transplants already in bloom, and look for compact, bushy plants with healthy green leaf color and a thick main stem.

Plant summer bulbs that can remain in the ground over winter like Crocosmia Lucifer and some varieties of Alium.

Gladiolus, which must be dug up late summer, can be planted now and every two weeks through June for a continuous series of blooms.

Pruning begins now. If you want to shape and control growth of mugo pines, pinch or cut out 2/3 the length of the new growth “candles.”

On warm, sunny days when the wind is fairly in check, bring seedlings outside and harden them off in a sheltered location. Do this for a week before planting.

Even though we’ve had warmer weather I’m still recommending planting annuals mid-May — if you live in lower elevations.

Thin seedlings of early planted crops such as peas, carrots, lettuce, spinach and beets.

Stake peonies and delphinium.

After early spring bulbs have bloomed, remove the faded flowers but don’t cut the leaves until they have yellowed because they provide energy for next year’s blooms.

Leaves and stems should easily pull out of the ground.

HARVESTING RAINWATER, MAKE AND TAKE A RAIN BARREL SATURDAY, MAY 13 9 – 11 A.M. $60 Learn about the particulars of the new law and build a rain barrel to take home. $60 covers training and all supplies. Registration closes May 5th.

FILL, THRILL, SPILL FLORAL CONTAINER GARDENING THURSDAY, MAY 18 6:30 – 8 P.M. $30 Learn techniques to create and maintain sun/shade planters then take home a potful of plants that will bloom all summer.

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Feed roses a balanced rose food every six weeks.

Late May — weather should be settled in. Soil should be above 55 degrees.

Asparagus stalks can be harvested right at the soil level when they are larger than 3/8 inch diameter.

Plant warm season vegetables: • Transplant tomatoes and bury them deep to the topmost pair of leaves so they will root all along their stems.

Tomatoes produce best if they are well rooted.

• Plant seeds of corn, bean, pumpkin, squash, cucumber and early-maturing melon.

• Transplant seedlings of eggplant and pepper plants.

purpureus); it’s an annual vine with striking purple flowers and deep purple seed pods. Cardinal Flower vine, another annual that’s easy to direct sow, has red trumpetshaped flowers that attract hummingbirds.

An heirloom flower, Black-eyed Susan (Thunbergia), will climb a trellis or trail out of a container.

To maintain a healthy lawn, fertilize late this month or early in June. Seed any dead or bare areas of your lawn. If you didn’t get to it earlier it’s never too late to aerate.

Three tips for successful aeration — 1. Make sure the soil is moist, but not soggy, before aerating.

2. Plugs should be at least three inches long.

3. Leave plugs on the lawn.

After flowers fade on lilacs and forsythia the shrub can be pruned and shaped.

Annual flower seeds can be direct sown the last week in May. Easy-to-grow seeds like nasturtiums are colorful and edible. Plant them around the edge of your vegetable garden; they disrupt insects from your vegetables. Marigolds, another easy to sow annual, are a good companion with tomatoes.

If you long for height in your garden check out Hyacinth Bean vine (lablab

When you have questions, Colorado State University Extension has research based answers. Get answers to your horticulture questions by calling a Master Gardener Volunteer at 520-7684 or emailing CSUmg2@elpasoco.com.

Volunteers are available to help you Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. For current garden tips visit www. facebook.com/ColoradoMasterGardeners.

EPC. For current classes visit elpaso. extension.colostate.edu.

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STRAWBERRIES: MAKE & TAKE A PLANTED STRAWBERRY CONTAINER THURSDAY, JUNE 1 6:30 – 8 P.M. $35 Strawberries are easy to grow in a container and multiply quickly.

Plant and take them home!

SUSTAINABLE SUCCULENTS: MAKE & TAKE A PLANTED CONTAINER SATURDAY, JUNE 10 9 – 10:30 A.M. $30 Learn about low water, coldhardy perennial succulents.

Create an amazing planter.

HERBS: MAKE & TAKE CONTAINER HERB GARDEN SATURDAY, JUNE 17 9 – 10:30 A.M. $30 Learn to grow your own kitchen herb garden and save! Make your own parsley, rosemary, basil, oregano and chives planter.

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60 years of gardening expertise at

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n 1957, Billie and Joan Harding started Harding Nursery, specializing in home grown blue spruce, assorted shade trees and evergreen spreaders. Today, daughters Debbie and Sharon along with son-in-law Terry Shaw, run the nursery. Following in their footsteps are Terry and Sharon’s children, Dustin and Kristen, Kristen’s husband Chad Burnside, and their sons Brock, Brody and Bron.

“Gardening is all I’ve ever known,” says Sharon Harding-Shaw. “Since I was little I always knew what I was doing from spring to fall; and always looked forward to digging, fertilizing, watering and planting after school.” She has passed this tradition on to her kids, and looks forward to having the nursery in the family for several decades to come.

The family-owned and operated business has continued to grow over the past 60 years. They have a wholesale and retail business with 12 acres on Powers Blvd., Colorado Springs. At this location they propagate shrubs, perennials and evergreens. In the spring they start vegetables for gardens, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, squash, pumpkins and many more. The abundance of products available continue into the fall and winter season – with a vast array of holiday decorations and Colorado-grown Christmas trees.

Harding Nursery now has more than 100 acres of growing fields east of Colorado Springs, seven acres of container area and have expanded to 23 greenhouses. They have grown to having more than 7,000 varieties of plant material to choose from including a broad selection of shade, ornamental and conifer trees, flowering ornamental and evergreen shrubs, perennial flowers, ornamental grasses, ground covers, annuals, fruit trees and bushes and much more. They also have two greenhouses dedicated to roses — just

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walking in surrounds visitors in beauty for all the senses.

On the growing farm they grow conifers (Blue Spruce, Ponderosa, Austrian, Foxtail and ornamental conifers), evergreen spreaders, deciduous shrubs, and deciduous trees (Canada Red Cherry, Crab Apples, Ash, Oaks), in addition to thousands of perennials. “We are known for our huge selection,” says HardingShaw. “We have the largest selection of plant material in the area that I can think of — with the most variety to choose from.”

Anyone who visits Harding Nursery can automatically feel the difference as compared to big box stores. Customers enjoy personalized one-on-one assistance, and have an opportunity to browse locally grown plants, trees and shrubs. The staff are highly trained and educated, with many being Certified Nursery Professionals and Horticulturists.

Customers are consistently presented with a high-quality selection, as they stock only premium, leading-edge plants.

As a bonus, the garden center offers a range of services including tree spading, planting and delivery.

They enrich the community not only with their abundant inventory, but with their wealth of gardening knowledge that

Important Notice Due to the inclement weather forecast for this weekend we must cancel our Open House/Customer Appreciation Day set for this Saturday, April 29th. Our next Open House/Customer Appreciation Day will be held on Saturday, June 17th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Come for GREAT sales, FREE hot dogs, chips, drinks and cake!

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The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that more than 230,000 people per year are treated for various injuries resulting from lawn and garden tools. Common injuries include loss of fingers, lacerations, broken and dislocated bones, eye injuries, and burns. Many of these injuries are entirely

preventable if homeowners prioritize safety when tending to their lawns and gardens.

UNDERSTAND THE EQUIPMENT Homeowners should not assume they know how to use all of the tools necessary to maintain lush lawns and bountiful gardens. Familiarize yourself with the

proper operation of manual and motorized equipment by reading the owner’s manual thoroughly and by making special note of recommended safety guidelines.

Take some time to locate the power buttons and other parts by comparing them to illustrations in the guide. Once you feel comfortable handling the equipment, then you can begin to use it.

WEAR APPROPRIATE GEAR Failure to wear protective gear can lead to injury. Personal protective equipment includes gloves, eye protection, ear protection, boots, and a hard hat if necessary. When working during low visibility conditions or at night, wear a reflective vest.

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Thousands of injuries occur to children and pets who get hurt around mowers. It’s best if children and pets remain indoors when homeowners are mowing or using other power equipment that may kick up debris.

Children under the age of 12 may not have the strength or ability to operate lawn tools.

Nobody under the age of 16 should operate or ride on riding lawn mowers.

GET APPROVAL BEFORE DIGGING It’s difficult to know what is beneath the ground without having a property surveyed and marked. Digging without approval can result in damage to gas lines or water/sewer pipes. Always check with the utility company before digging trenches or holes.

UNPLUG OR TURN OFF ALL EQUIPMENT When not in use, keep lawn equipment off. Do not try to repair or fix a snag or obstruction in equipment while it is on.

Don’t modify the equipment in any way, such as removing protective guards.

EXERCISE CAUTION WITH CHEMICALS Follow manufacturers’ safety instructions when using pesticides or fertilizers. Avoid application on windy days or right before a rainstorm, as this can spread the product and damage the ecosystem. Keep people and pets away from treated areas.

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CARE FOR A BEAUTIFUL, LUSH LAWN BEGINS NOW

Good cultural practices are a must for a healthy lawn. Start the season with plug aeration and repeat again in the fall. Deep root aeration is important because it gets oxygen, nutrients and water to the roots.

Sharpen your mower blade 3 to 4 times a year to avoid splitting grass blades. Frayed, brown tips of grass indicate the mower blade is dull which increases the possibility of introducing diseases and stress. Leave the clippings on the lawn if they are a quarter inch or shorter to reintroduce nutrients and help reduce water needs.

Fertilize four times a year near the beginning of each season. A fertilizer containing at least 1 pound of nitrogen per square foot is essential.

Water your lawn early in the morning, before sunrise if possible. To help reduce run-off, divide the watering time in half with 10 to 20 minutes between sessions. This allows water to penetrate the soil and reach deeper into the root system. Check sprinkler heads to ensure good coverage.

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Start treating fungus issues now, before the soil warms up and the fungus takes hold.

TIMELY TIPS

Before you plant, prepare your soil.

Add rich compost and manure blends for nutrients, peat moss for drainage, top soil for elevation and loosen the soil for aeration. Planting before preparing

the soil is setting up for a season of lackluster performance from flowers and vegetables.

Harden off seedlings by putting them outside in nicer weather for short periods of time. They need breezes to strengthen their stalks and gradual exposure to cooler temperatures to avoid temperature shock. Slowly work them up to full nights in a garage or sheltered area before planting after Mother’s Day. Start warm weather seeds now.

Tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, squash and others will be ready to plant in the weeks after Mother’s Day. Apply fertilizer with a pre-emergent to help prevent weeds in your lawn. You’ll have far fewer issues with crabgrass and broadleaf weeds if you start now. Aerate to allow maximum water and nutrient penetration to the deep root system.

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they are always willing to share with their customers. They feature free seminars throughout the spring and summer on such topics like integrated pest and disease management, organic products, plants for small spaces, ideas for Colorado xeriscape and more.

Upcoming events include the Open Home/Customer Appreciate/Arbor Day celebration on April 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come by and enjoy hot dogs, chips, soda and free seedling and fantastic sales. It’s the perfect way to spend a beautiful Saturday. On the same day, there will be a presentation by Lisa of Colorado Springs Utilities on Landscapes for Tomorrow — Xeriscape Gardens, where she will discuss plant selections that create a water-wise neighborhood.

There will also be two seminars on Saturday, May 6. From 9 to 11 a.m. is Growing the Best Tomatoes in the Pikes Peak Region, by Larry Stebbins of Pikes Peak Urban Gardens. He will discuss how to dramatically increase yield and grow the most flavorful tomatoes possible. He’ll

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cover everything from soil preparation, to heirloom versus hybrid, to starting from seed. At 1 p.m. there will be a fun familyfriendly Fairy Gardens seminar, led by Sara from Harding Nursery. Here attendees will learn how to create their own fairy garden and build their own. It’s the perfect gift for mom this Mother’s Day! “Our knowledgeable sales staff can help you with all of your plant and landscape questions and can give you pamphlets or handouts that specifically explain answers to problems you may have,” says HardingShaw. At Harding Nursery, by propagating and growing a wide range of plant material in local soil and Colorado climate, the staff enable their customers to find great success.

Come visit their nursery and their staff of Colorado Certified Nursery Professionals and Horticulturists at 721 N. Powers Blvd. Harding Nursery strives to give their customers personal assistance, with full knowledge of the plants that do well in Colorado’s challenging climate.

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Dear Amy: I have three grown children. They are all gainfully employed, with good educations and good relationships. I feel we have a good relationship, and when we are together we seem to have fun.

AMY My husband travels internaDICKINSON tionally, and is gone frequently.

Never once has it ever occurred to any of my children (who live an hour or less away) to call me and ask me to go out to grab a bite to eat, or even to visit.

They know I am here alone. They are perfectly happy to let me come to them and treat them to a meal, but they never reciprocate.

I don’t want to be that parent that whines to their kids about not spending enough time with me. I want it to be their choice to be with me.

How do I reverse what I am starting to feel is a one-sided relationship? — Disappointed Mom

Question: We’ve all been told that when people lose one of their five senses — say, eyesight — the brain compenDR. OZ AND DR. ROIZEN sates by sharpening the other senses. Is there any science to that, or is it just wishful thinking? — Dorothy S., Hartville, Ohio ADVICE

Dear Fan: Thank you. Arts programs are incredibly important for children. Unfortunately, arts parents don’t always yell as loudly as sports parents, and these programs are always at risk of being cut.

Answer: Yes, the brain can compensate for the loss of one type of sensory input. And you’ve asked about it just as new brain-imaging techniques are showing us precisely how that works.

Using what’s called “MRI multimodal brain imaging,” scientists at Massachusetts Eye and Ear compared specific brain regions of 12 people with early blindness (they were completely blind before age 3) and 16 people with normal sight. They found that the blind test subjects had enhanced connections between areas of their brains that the sighted test group didn’t have. This allowed brain functioning of people without sight to, as they put it, “enrich their interaction with the environment.”

It’s great news, because it means that your brain can be stretched, prodded, encouraged and expanded to enrich sensory experiences.

So, how can you help your brain flex its mental muscle? Start with healthy brain foods, such as walnuts, salmon and whole grains; and adopt these easy-to-follow rules: • Avoid the inflammation-causing, artery-clogging Five Food Felons: added sugars and sugar syrups; all saturated and trans fats; and any grains that aren’t 100 percent whole.

• Eat by color to supply your brain with the nutrients it needs: blue from blueberries; deep green from kale; pink from salmon; brown from walnuts.

• And exercise your brain, like you do your muscles (walk daily for at least 30 minutes — headed for 10,000 steps a day). Learn a new language and/or play games, from bridge to ping-pong to squash with friends.

Send questions to askamy@tribune.com or to Ask Amy, Chicago Tribune, TT500, 435 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611.

Email your health and wellness questions to youdocsdaily@ sharecare.com.

Dear Disappointed: Telling your children you want to see them more often doesn’t make you whiney, it just makes you a person not yet capable of telepathy. You can’t assume that your kids automatically know exactly what you want and need.

There’s a good chance that they have no idea of the real impact of your husband’s frequent travel, because you’ve always managed so well.

Basically, they don’t know what it’s like to be you. So you should be more proactive about asking for what you want. You can say, “Guys, I feel like I’m carrying the ball, here. I’d really appreciate it if you would check in more often.”

Dear Amy: Thank you for your compassion and practical advice to “Sad Mama,” the widowed mother who was looking for good male influences for her young son. I love it that you suggest theater and music as important outlets for children — and not only sports. — A Fan

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Dear Heloise: Some people (my husband is one) start the day with a cold, brisk shower to wake them up and get going.

I like to wind down with a hot shower or warm bubble bath at the end of the day. It helps me reHINTS lax. We laugh about our different FROM schedules, but there is only one HELOISE of us in the bathroom at a time, which is nice. Try working out a schedule so that everyone is happy. — Married a Long Time in Portland, Ore. Well, they do sometimes say that opposites attract. Your hint about working on a “routine” that fits the household is important to promote harmony for all. — Heloise Dear Heloise: I need a pet hint! Through the years, I’ve had various rescued animals — dogs and now cats. My home has pet odor. I’m thinking it has absorbed into the hardwood floors. I’ve used pine-scented cleaners, but they don’t seem to help. How do I get rid of it? — A Reader, Staten Island N.Y. Dear Staten Island: You are a very good person to take in rescued dogs and cats! You may be on the right track if the odor is coming from the wood floor. It’s important to note that cat urine is highly concentrated (they don’t drink much water), and therefore smells much stronger and lingers longer, too.

You’ve taken the first step: a good housecleaning. Also, open windows and turn on overhead fans to get fresh air circulating. If you have an air-conditioning system or unit, put some room spray on the filter to help “mask” the odor.

Vinegar does kill some bacteria and thus odors, so you can try some of that. Use only 1 cup of apple-cider or white vinegar to a gallon of water to go over the floor. Do not overwet; just lightly dampen a mop and then dry the floor. Good luck, and give your pets a little scratch behind the ears from me. — Heloise P.S. Go to the pet store and buy an enzyme-based pet-odor remover — they work great!

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Send hints via email to heloise@heloise.com or via post to Heloise, P.O. Box 795000, San Antonio, TX 78279-5000.

TODAY’S HOROSCOPES BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS ARIES (March 21-April 19) Your expectations may not be met. Formality may replace warmth when you are dealing with other people and could block essential communications.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Play your cards close to your chest if you have to play at all. This isn’t a good time to start a new business venture or make a commitment.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) If having fun will require a huge effort, you might choose to stay home. Ride out a temporary downturn in the atmosphere by focusing on hard work and efficiency.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Your weekend may be brightened by interesting new acquaintances. Don’t count on turning a mild flirtation into a lasting relationship or making an impetuous gamble that will pay off.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) A warm and friendly smile is contagious. Brighten up your weekend with a family gathering or a neighborhood cookout.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Leave some room for future negotiations. Don’t tie yourself down with a commitment or a firm promise under these stars. You may be sharp as a tack with figures, but some people could let you down.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Keep the big picture in mind. Loved ones might be a bit irritable, but that won’t stop you from remaining tolerant.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) It will do no harm to exert some charm. Some people may be out of sorts, so it might be up to you to instill harmony. Watch your pennies and don’t give in to the temptation to buy something on credit.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) He who jumps from the frying pan risks landing in the fire. Don’t get carried away by enthusiasm or act quickly because you are afraid.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) You may be torn two ways. Lessons from the past could make you cautious, but impressive new technology could give you hope. Don’t be fooled by false promises or someone’s air of cheery optimism.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Concentrate on long-term profits rather than getrich schemes. You could fall prey to overconfidence and receive a painful comeuppance.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Take steps to conserve energy and resources.

Check the weather stripping and outlets for air leaks. It could be that you are heating or cooling the great outdoors.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY April 29 Don’t waste valuable time during the upcoming four to five weeks, as this is the time to ask for a raise or follow through with an important financial idea. Too many social obligations or your social media accounts can distract you from what is really important.

If a new romantic partner lands on your doorstep in July, it might merely be a fling. Yet this is an excellent time for a vacation or to spend time with the one you love.

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