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Corn Gluten as a Pre-emergent
Corn Gluten Meal is a by-product of the corn milling process. It is an Organic alternative to chemical pre-emergent, and doubles as a slow-release Nitrogen source with about 10% N by weight. It is the best choice if you live near the lake or other water source. Again, timing is critical in order to realize the best results possible. With corn gluten meal, the wet/dry period must be managed carefully, AND, the product must also be applied BEFORE the weed emerges from the seed! Corn gluten meal works by inhibiting root formation in germinating seeds. Weeds germinate and form a short, bent root. A short drying period is required after germination so [...]
Elaeagnus species
Elaeagnus species (aka Silverberry) This 10’ x 10’ sprawling evergreen shrub is easily kept pruned to maintain size and shape. It is often grown as a hedge or barrier. Grow this large shrub in full sun, part sun or light shade. It requires regular irrigation to establish but survives on weekly watering even in the hot summers. Fragrant, creamy-white flowers appear in the fall and are followed by small brownish-red edible fruit which ripens in the spring. Elaeagnus is fairly deer resistant once established but protect it when newly planted. It can certainly outgrow any deer browsing after it is established. This tough shrub [...]
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