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SPRING GARDENING UPDATE FOR MAY |
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Written by Anonym
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Friday, 07 May 2010 18:46 |
The May heat is on... It's now time to get rid of any winter annuals that
may remain in the garden and attempt to get the weeds under control.
Everything is growing very fast now, especially the weeds. It's also time
to fertilize those plants that are in need if you haven't done so already.
The rapid growth this month and next will quickly deplete
any remaining nutrients in the plants and soil. Adding organic Mulch to the
plant beds now will not only help to keep the weeds at bay, but it will help
keep the soil moist during the hot, dry period of spring that starts this
month.
Watch for infestations of insects and other pests such as aphids, scales,
mealy bugs and spider mites. These pests often attack weak or stressed
plants and may become serious problems if left unchecked.
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