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William McClenathan

 Episode 1 - April 8, 2006

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Woodburn Tulip Festival

Our hosts visit the Woodburn Tulip Festival at the Wooden Shoe Bulb Company for the 21st annual Wooden Shoe Tulip Fest (1-800-711-2006).  This event showcases the fields full of beautiful tulip blooms and runs from mid-March to the 23rd of April.  Karen Bever showed us over 18 acres of tulips and daffodils in bloom and Barb Iverson shared information about Rembrandt tulips with Judy.  Every weekend there are a variety of things to do including pony rides, wooden shoe making, steam tractors, wine tasting and other entertainment for a small fee of $5 a car.  The rest of the week it is free!  Even when the weather is a little damp, the fields never disappoint.

Slug Control

These little pests will devour your new plants and vegetables. If you are looking for way to keep them in check, William covers some of the different ways you can detour them. He talked about the different baits available, some of the scent traps and even copper tape which gives them a shock. There are various ways to handle them including chemical and natural methods, and if you have pets or small children you need to make your choices wisely. Take the time to find the method that’s best for you.

Starting Seeds Indoors

Now is the time to start some of your seeds indoors in anticipation of the coming spring and summer. Judy is joined by Sue Berg of New Dimension Seeds to show you how to plant your seeds and what types you can plant now to get a head start on the season. The basic rules for success include starting with a quality soil and fresh seeds. Sue also mentioned that you may want to remember the size of the pot that you use. She moves and thins her small plants seedlings to bigger pots to give them the best start before they go in her garden. Check out your local garden center for a great selection of seeds.

Container Rejuvenation

If your containers are a little tired we can show you how to give them a fresh start. William gets some helpful hints from Renate Aebi at Al’s Garden Center (503-726-1162) in Sherwood. She told us how to use structure and color to build a winning hanging basket, but first she dumped our old baskets in the trash! She was trying to prove a point. You may want to start your basket fresh, with new soil, plants and fertilizer. If you really love an old plant in your basket, put it out it in your garden. Renata also showed us how to mix perennials and annuals to get great color all season long. She also rotates her annuals to freshen up her pots every couple of months.

Lawn Moss

If you live in the Northwest you have moss. We talked to Norm McCreight of Lilly Miller about moss in your lawn and why it is such a problem in the Northwest. This week we address moss in your grass. This is one of the biggest problems facing the homeowner. Norm gave us some tips on getting rid of the moss and what you should do to keep it from coming back. He also warned us not to let the moss control get on buildings, patio or clothing. Moss control contains iron and that will cause a stain. The best way to keep moss out? Give your lawn tender loving care and help your grass become strong. A strong lawn will keep the moss out!
 

 
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