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HOME & GARDEN • SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2017

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BY DEBRA STINTON OTHITIS, COLORADO MASTER GARDENER

eing a gardener and being a wildlife fan can feel like contradictory concepts when your garden becomes a constant battlefield with voracious rabbits, destructive voles and marauding mule deer. Container gardening

can provide good armor from the rabbits and voles but you will need to be a bit more tactical to minimize deer attacks.

First, when developing your garden war strategy, it is important to acknowledge the fact that there is no such thing as a deer-resistant plant. Period. Deer will eat anything when deer populations are high

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and food becomes scarce.

Next, know your enemy. Taste preferences vary from deer to deer and season to season; however, in general, deer like nutrition-rich plants, especially in spring and summer when does are pregnant or nursing and young deer are growing. Fertilized plants, such as those in home landscapes,

provide protein, energy-rich carbohydrates, minerals and salts. Deer also get about onethird of their water intake from the moisture in irrigated plants and young, succulent vegetation on expanding leaves, buds and green stems.

Plan a defensive strategy, and although there are schemes to make gardens less

PLANTS RARELY BROWSED BY DEER FLOWERS

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attractive to deer, none of them are 100 percent effective all of the time. Certain plants can provide some protection in your garden because in general, deer do not like plants with a bitter taste, those with pungent aromas or strong-scented plants like lavender, lantana, catmint, chives, mint, sage or thyme. Planting these adjacent to more desirable plants that deer frequently devour is a good defensive move and may help deter their intentions. Some gardeners have also reported success with repelling deer by planting plants with fuzzy or leathery leaves, and typically deer will shy away from plants with prickly or rough leaves. Although there are a number of commercially available deer repellents on the market, none of them are 100 percent effective. Most “home remedy” repellents, such as soap, hot peppers or hot sauce, eggs, human hair and animal urine or dung, are unreliable. Fences, wire cages and plastic tubing can protect young trees and shrubs. If you want to grow plants that you know deer are going to attack, growing them closer to the house can be a deterrent to them.

In the long term, selecting plants that deer find less appetizing can reduce the number of battles (and the amount of money) you are going to lose. In you selection process, it is helpful to think of plants in these categories:

• Often browsed/frequently damaged plants: These are deer favorites and the first plants they will seek out to attack to the extent of destruction.

• Sometimes browsed/occasionally damaged: These are the plants deer will turn to as their second line of defense against hunger once their favorites are depleted. They may nibble these but will usually not demolish them • Rarely browsed/seldom damaged: Deer will rarely eat these unless there are absolutely no other options.

The list of seldom damaged plants is excerpted from the CSU Ext. Fact Sheet #6.520 Preventing Deer Damage which can be found at Extension.Colostate.edu/ topic-areas/natural-resources/preventingdeer-damage-6-520. For a searchable data base of deer resistance of plants check out Landscape Plants Rated by Deer Resistance at njaes.rutgers.edu/deerresistance.

For answers to urban horticulture questions, submit your question to Ask. Extension.org, or call a Master Gardener Volunteer at 520-7684. 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.

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Black-eyed Susan, (Rudbeckia sp.)

California fuchsia, (Zauschneria sp.)

Daffodils, (Narcissus sp.)

Gaillardia/blanketflower, (Gaillardia aristata) Gayflower, (Liatris punctata) Grape hyacinth, (Cynoglossum officinale) Larkspur, (Delphinium nelsonii) Lavender, (Lavandula sp.)

Mariposa Lily, (Calochortus gunnisonii) Mountain harebell, (Campanula rotundifolia) Pearly everlasting, (Anaphalis margaritacea) Purple coneflower, (Echinacea purpurea) Russian sage, (Perovskia atriplicifolia) Thyme, (Thymus sp.)

Yarrow, (Achillea sp.)

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Virginia creeper, (Parthenocissus quinquefolia)

TREES AND SHRUBS

Apache plume, (Fallugia paradoxa) Blue mist spiraea, (Caryopteris x clandonensis) Common juniper, (Juniperus communis) Douglas-fir, (Pseudotsuga menziesii) Hawthorn, (Crataegus sp.)

Mountain mahogany, (Cercocarpus montanus) Oregon grape, (Mahonia repens) Pinon pine, (Pinus edulis) Potentilla/cinquefoil, (Potentilla spp.)

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Miniature gardens can be planned out step-by-step, or pieced together spontaneously. Similar to a traditional garden, miniature gardens can change with the seasons and new additions can be made. These are a great way to get children interested in gardening and allow them to use their creativity. Photo courtesy of Harding Nursery HG 4 I THE GAZETTE I SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2017

Miniature gardening

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iniature gardening is the creation of small scale garden-scapes, which can be modeled after a dream garden or even a dream destination. Miniature gardens can be planned out step-by-step, or pieced together spontaneously. Similar to a traditional garden, miniature gardens can change with the seasons and new additions can be made. These gardens are also a great way to get children interested in gardening and allow them to use their creativity while spending time with their family.

Building the gardens take a number

of different steps starting with a good container — preferably one with drainage — and then adding soil. The next step would be to choose a theme for the garden.

This is an important step, as it will make the rest of the decisions regarding the course and design of the garden easier.

Your theme can be anything from fairies, to gnomes, to beach-inspired, to Zen, to forest, or perhaps a reminder garden from a special trip or vacation. Next, pick out furniture and accessories, which can be bought, made or found, that complement the theme.

Select an area to place the garden, sunny or shady, inside or outside, then select

the plants based on the location’s specific light and temperature requirements. Use a mixture of tall and short plants and add finishing touches such as gravel, mulch, stepping stones, clothes line, gazing ball, fence or a water feature.

Anything can be used to make the garden special or meaningful. Happy gardening!

To learn more, visit with our expert gardening staff at Harding Nursery, 721 N. Powers Blvd.

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Iconic Colorado Springs market shares its history and favorite xeric shrubs

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BY HEATHER GUNNERSON, SPENCER’S PRODUCE, LAWN AND GARDEN CENTER

n 1934, Spencer’s Market became the first farmer’s market in Colorado Springs, and has had a rich history since. Eva and Noble Spencer, Sr. purchased the current location of the produce area and candy basement.

Previously, Noble started a business hauling wooden fence posts from the Canon City area to ranches and farms all over the state. He brought fresh Colorado produce back from the western slope in the summers so locals could stock up and can for the winter. Soon after, trucks were coming in daily with seasonal plants for eager clients. In the 1940’s the company began selling Christmas trees and opened the basement as the candy room. In 1959, Margie and Noble Spencer, Jr. (J.R.) bought the business; and with their children Alice, Nancy (late) and Mike, expanded the business to 1430 South Tejon. In 1974, they added bedding plants. In the early eighties, the garden center moved to its current location, which was originally an Exxon gas station, where the nursery department was expanded. 1995 saw further expansion with the addition of the large Lexan greenhouse and a second location in Security. In 2005, they built and moved the second location to 4720 Center Valley Drive.

Nearly 85 years later, we are still family owned and operated

by Mike Spencer, Susan Spencer and Alice Spencer-Robinson;

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BETWEEN OUR UNIQUE CLIMATE AND WILDLIFE DAMAGE, IT CAN BE FRUSTRATING TO KEEP A LANDSCAPE LOOKING ITS BEST. FORTUNATELY, THERE ARE MANY XERIC SHRUB OPTIONS THAT ARE THE PERFECT ADDITION OR CENTERPIECE.

and Dan Robinson J.R. is heavily involved with day-to-day tasks and can often be seen watering, making deliveries and watching over the operation. Mike and Susan’s grandchildren often come by to run around and “help” as only preschoolers and toddlers can. It has always been our policy to provide the freshest, best quality in plants and produce. We believe our products are the best in the industry and we are always looking for new and innovative inventory. Chili roasting at both locations has become a community favorite. Our educational seminars have expanded throughout the season and city as we collaborate with local colleges.

We pride ourselves on a diverse range of bedding plants and nursery stock grown specifically for our area. Between our unique climate and wildlife damage, it can be frustrating to keep a landscape looking its best. Fortunately, there are many xeric shrub options that are the perfect addition or centerpiece for our local climate. Depending on your vision of your ideal landscape, you can create a beautiful garden that thrives in slightly dry, dry or very dry conditions. Keep in mind, everything is going to need extra water to get established — but will lessen their water requirements within a season or two. Here are our top picks for shrubs that we’ve found to be successful in our area:

leaves. Can tolerate intense heat and drought for short periods.

• Roses: Hybrid Tea and Grandiflora Roses are easily recognizable and very popular.

Often underestimated as a hardy plant, roses thrive with little attention, making them worth the effort.

• Spirea: These are easy-to-grow shrubs that make a bold statement in the garden. The foliage is flashy alone but beautifully accented with flowers in the summer. Check out Lime Mound, Gold Mound, and Gold Flame varieties.

• Viburnum: Also known as snowball bush, these six to ten foot shrubs add interest year round. They are particularly gorgeous in mid-spring with large clusters of white flowers resembling snowballs.

SHRUBS THAT THRIVE IN SLIGHTLY DRY CONDITIONS

SHRUBS THAT THRIVE IN DRY CONDITIONS

• Butterfly bush: This deer resistant shrub flowers profusely in the summer with fragrant lilac blooms.

• Daphne: This is a great foundation planting shrub, growing three to four feet tall and wide with densely packed narrow leaves and clusters of pink to white flowers that bloom in late spring and late summer.

• Euonymus burning bush: Another deer resistant shrub that turns magnificently red and orange in the fall. A stunning addition to any landscape.

• Euonymus: With shiny, small, dark green leaves — this can be used as a privacy hedge when allowed to grow to its maximum potential.

• Forsythia: A showstopper in the spring, this delivers bright yellow flowers followed by rich green foliage lasting well into fall.

• Golden Vicary privet: This large eight to ten foot tall and wide shrub has yellow leaves throughout the growing season.

• Honeysuckle: When supported, honeysuckle will climb and vine.

Trumpet-shaped flowers appear in late spring through summer.

• Potentilla: A deer resistant shrub, popular in our area. Yellow, white or pink flowers bloom on a mound of dark green

• Barberry: Deer resistant, this red-leafed shrub make an excellent hedge. Use caution, as this is a thorny, though beautiful plant.

• Blue mist spirea: Clusters of deep blue flowers cover the top of this short, mounding shrub.

• Cotoneaster: Vigorous and low maintenance, this shrub fountains its branches in graceful arches. Stunning centerpiece in the landscape.

• Juniper: With several varieties available from low-growing to tall columns, these add interest and beauty.

• Mockorange: Fountain-like in growth habit, this shrub produces wonderfully fragrant white flowers in spring.

• Ninebark: Unique because of its peeling

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bark, this shrub has beautiful pink-white flowers in early summer.

Mugho pine: This is a symmetrical, slow growing pine often featured in rock gardens.

Currant: A deer resistant, thornless, and attractive plant whose berries can be used for jams and jellies.

Shrub roses: A rugged nature, summerlong blooms, and shocking fragrance make this perfect for a carefree border, cluster planting, or planting in your perennial garden.

Viburnum lentago: Large white flowers dot this tall, densely foliated shrub.

Alleghany viburnum: A rounded, six to eight foot deer resistant shrub that produces large yellow-white flower clusters in spring. Fruit changes from

scarlet to black through the season.

• Serviceberry: Graceful, tall and airy, this shrub has interesting foliage throughout the growing season.

SHRUBS THAT THRIVE IN VERY DRY CONDITIONS:

• Pixwell, red jacket and whitestem gooseberry: Deer resistant and very hardy, these three to five foot shrubs produce edible berries and beautiful fall color.

• Sumac: Extremely cold hardy and preferring dry, well-drained soil, these shrubs have brilliant fall color and bright red fruits.

• Yucca: Stemless clumps of sword-like leaves are the hallmark of this tough, drought tolerant plant.

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MAY GARDENING CHORES:

A tip for every day of the month

BY JESSICA DAMIANO, TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE

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May can be a frenzied time for gardeners, as our outdoor obligations fully awaken from their long winter’s nap.

Temperatures — of the soil as well as the air — are rising, and plants are popping up. Like newborn babies, they demand attention immediately, and we’re all too happy to oblige. So pull on your gardening gloves, inhale the scent of the lilacs, settle vegetable seedlings into their beds and, of course, start pulling those weeds. Here’s a chore or tip for each day of the month to help you stay on track.

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Treat yourself to some new perennials and start planting them now (or as soon as the threat of frost has past in your area).

Mulch beds and borders to suppress weeds, retain moisture and improve your soil. Never create “volcanoes” around trees or mulch deeper than three inches.

If you didn’t last month, aerate and dethatch the lawn now.

Incorporate compost into planting beds to enrich the soil.

It’s Cinco de Mayo! Plant cilantro to give your summer recipes a Mexican flair.

When buying cell pack annuals, seek out young, bloomless plants. They’ll be healthier.

Fertilize cabbage, lettuce, spinach and other cool-season vegetables.

If houseplants are outgrowing their containers, repot them, but go up only to the next size.

Keep on top of weeds. To make the job easier, wait until after rainfall or hose down the area first.

Clean and store bird feeders.

Plant roses.

Begin planting gladiolus: Place corms pointy end up in full sun, four to six inches apart. Repeat weekly until mid-June.

Sow seeds of summer-blooming perennials and biennials directly into the garden.

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Prune gray tips from juniper branches.

Check the undersides of hollyhock leaves for orange pustules, telltale signs of rust fungus, and remove affected leaves.

Set a soaker hose over roots around newly planted trees.

Water deeply now and throughout their first year.

Prune spring-flowering shrubs as soon as their blossoms fade.

If the lilacs are blooming, it’s time to plant dahlias.

Transplant herb seedlings outdoors. Give them water, but not fertilizer.

Check asparagus daily and harvest when spears are six inches tall, but not if plants are less than two years old.

If nighttime temperatures are reliably above 55 degrees, it’s safe to plant annuals outdoors.

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Start hardening off vegetable seedlings: Set them in shade for longer periods each day for a week before transplanting.

Avoid synthetic chemicals: Deal with pests with pyrethrins, Bt, insecticidal soap or neem oil.

Gradually move houseplants outdoors, but never African violets.

Move tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, melons and other summer crops into the garden and apply mulch.

Fertilize tulip bulbs but don’t remove foliage until it has browned and withered.

It’s Memorial Day, time to fertilize the lawn. Apply one pound of slow-release nitrogen per 1,000 square feet.

For bushier plants, shear an inch off dianthus and creeping phlox when 6 inches tall.

Replace fading pansies with your favorite summer annuals.

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The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in your body, and it branches out from your lower spine and heads down the back of your legs, passing through your buttocks. Accidents can cause problems with your spine that lead to sciatic nerve damage, but the most common triggers are prolonged sitting and not getting enough exercise.

Smoking, being overweight and sleeping on a toosoft mattress also can lead to the spine problems that cause sciatica.

Ninety percent of true sciatica pain is due to a herniated or slipped disc; the rest usually is related to spinal stenosis (a narrowing of the spinal cord in the lower back), causing compression on the nerve root. In rare cases, it can be related to the growth of a tumor. So before the problem becomes chronic, ask your doctor for an evaluation.

Hopefully you’ll walk out with a physical-therapy referral. With physical therapy, most sciatica resolves within six weeks.

We know it’s strange, almost counterintuitive, to think your leg pain stems from a problem in your spine, but that’s where sciatica usually starts.

Fixing the problem there is the only thing that’ll bring you lasting relief. Luckily, a combination of physical therapy and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs most likely will relieve the pain (occasionally, surgery is needed) and get you back out there, walking your 10,000 steps a day.

Dear Heloise: When my dog licks my face, is she “kissing” me, or is she licking my skin because it’s salty? My husband says salty. — Becky G. in Chicago

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 Amy: I have been with my girlfriend for two years and we plan on moving in together in the next few months. We are both in our late 20s.

She has made it clear to me that she wants to get married and AMY have children. However, I cannot DICKINSON imagine raising children with her, due to a variety of factors, namely her inability to control her anger.

She defines herself as a person who feels emotions very strongly. On the contrary, I am more reserved with my emotions and how I share them.

As per her requests, I have been more forthcoming in expressing my emotions with her. Unfortunately, upon my request, she does not control her own emotions. She can be very sweet and loving toward me, but then the slightest discomfort or disagreement can cause her mood to change instantly, bursting into tears or screams.

When she is in this volatile state, she unreasonably refuses compromise or discussion. It is akin to a tantrum. My default is discussing the issue like adults, and her behavior puts me in no mood to comfort her. She wants me to hug and coddle her.

Already our values differ on a number of subjects, but how can we reach any compromise when I am afraid of how she will react? — Adult

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Question: I have sciatic nerve pain going down my leg, and it stops me from walking. I tried stretching my leg muscles, DR. OZ AND DR. ROIZEN but it doesn’t help. Is walking good or bad for this? — Andy M., Freehold, N.J.

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Dear Heloise: Maintaining my cats’ litter boxes is important. Here are some hints I use to make the job easier: • I stay with the brand of litter my cats like. There are many types of litter on the market HINTS (clumping, clay, silica, sand), but FROM they are happy with the brand HELOISE we are using.

• Experts recommend one litter box per cat, plus a spare.

• I scoop the box every day, and scrub the box and change the litter once per week. I put a thin layer of baking soda on the bottom of the box to keep it fresh.

• Two inches of litter is the maximum depth that is recommended.

• If my cats stop using the litter box, my first call is to my veterinarian. Medical problems can cause these changes in behavior.

• Plastic liners may be convenient, but if the cat scratches to bury its waste, it could poke a hole in the bag.

My cats are members of my family, and keeping them happy with a clean and accessible litter box is so important! — Ronda R. in Illinois

Becky, great question, and I would say yes to kisses! Here’s the scoop: The dog learned as a puppy to lick its mother’s face for attention. If your dog licks you, and you like it and praise the dog, the dog will continue to lick you, if only to get the praise!

So keep those kisses coming! — Heloise Dear Heloise: I read your column in the (Terre Haute, Ind.) Tribune-Star. I use applesauce instead of milk or cream on crunchy cereal. For crunchy, put cereal on sauce. For less crunchy, put sauce on cereal. In either case, I sprinkle with blueberries, strawberries or raspberries. — Nathan B., Jasonville, Ind. —

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) Look for the signposts. If you drive down the road and make a right turn, then a left, you will end up in a different place than if you made two left turns.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You may find it very difficult to resist temptation.

Some temptations, however, might be worth your time and energy. You may be fascinated by something that will fulfill your dreams.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Naked truths are not a pretty sight. Wear something warm and comfortable. A significant other might give you a good idea, valuable advice or even constructive criticism.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Fantasies can reveal the truth. You may put someone on a pedestal only to find out that this person is a rock of dependability in a crisis.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Vision is the art of seeing things that are entirely invisible. Spiritual wrestling matches can help develop your imagination and compassion.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Earn as you learn. The more often you heed the facts, the more likely you are to fill up your piggy bank and grow wiser, too. Remain dedicated to reaching your long-term objectives.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Shaking things up to make them better can be nerve wracking. A computer, for instance, could take many hours of setup time or require tackling a large learning curve.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Someone who shares your interests and ideals might turn out to be the perfect person for you for the long haul. Take time to know someone better.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) If you are single, you might bump into an alluring new hookup. You might have to pass up the chance for romance due to a previous entanglement.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) The term “impossible” doesn’t reside in your dictionary. You can make your fondest dreams come true by taking advantage of opportunities as well as through sheer faith that you can achieve them.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) You don’t need to a fire brigade to put out small fires. If expectations are too low or you achieve something too easily, you may be disappointed with the results.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) You can give thanks for your meal, as well as your company. Even if you eat a dinner all by yourself, you still have people to call or email.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY May 6 You are likely to fatten your bank account and enjoy inspiring ideas in the four to six weeks ahead. Take advantage of any opportunity that appears in mid-July to early August. Pay attention to advice, no matter how minor it seems at the time. People who have your best interests at heart will be drawn closer to you and may even offer a helping hand.

August is a great time to widen your network of contacts or to join a group.

SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2017 I THE GAZETTE I HG 15

GOREN BRIDGE

WITH BOB JONES ©2016 Tribune Content Agency, LLC

weekly bridge quiz q 1 - Neither vulnerable, as South, you hold: ♠ k 10 7 5 ♥ A k J 10 7 ♦ k q 2 ♣ A eAST SOuTH weST NOrTH 2♦* dbl Pass 2♥ Pass ? *weak

Partner opens one no trump, 15-17, and right-hand opponent bids two diamonds. What call would you make? q 5 - North-South vulnerable, as South, you hold:

What call would you make?

♠ A k ♥ k 6 5 ♦ J 9 ♣ A 10 9 8 4 2

q 2 - North-South vulnerable, as South, you hold:

As dealer, what call would you make?

♠52♥kq63♦k9874♣A5

Right-hand opponent opens one spade. What call would you make? q 3 - East-West vulnerable, as South, you hold: ♠Ak76♥kq984♦762♣k

With the opponents passing, you open one heart and partner raises to two hearts. What call would you make? q 4 - Both vulnerable, as South, you hold: ♠ 8 3 2 ♥ 10 5 4 2 ♦ 10 ♣ A k J 10 6

q 6 - Both vulnerable, as South, you hold: ♠ 2 ♥ 7 4 3 ♦ k J 10 8 7 2 ♣ q 10 2 NOrTH 1♦

eAST 1♥

SOuTH ?

weST

What call would you make?

Look for answers on Monday.

(Bob Jones welcomes readers’ responses sent in care of this newspaper or to Tribune Content Agency, LLC., 16650 Westgrove Dr., Suite 175, Addison, TX 75001.

E-mail: tcaeditors@tribpub.com)

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