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THE NEW TANNER THURSDAY, MAY 6, 2004 LENTEN SHEKELS: Joan Barham, director of Halton Hills Community Support and Information (HHCSI) accepts a cheque for over $1,100 from Rey. Emerys Jenkins represent- ing the Acton Ministerial Association, in a brief ceremony Tuesday at noon. The money will be used to fund more tran- sitional housing in Acton and comes from collections taken at Lenten services which the ministerial association holds at noon hour on Wednesdays during Lent. Acton Agricultural Society | BLACK GOLD COMPOST SALE May 8™ eter: ORO] erg ¢ $4.00 Each Bag 8 am to 12 noon Eastern Ave @ Hwy#7 Beside olde Hide House parking lot next to the Acton Horicultural Society Plant Sale. : SER) FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED 519-853-1970 FAX LINE: (519) 853-2542 * TORONTO LINE (416) 601-1259 GaP er 2S HOURS: Mon - Fri. 7:09am to 6:00pm » Saturday 8:00am to 4:00pm MS baleacs * _-- vec OF PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES Some insects can be beneficial If you've taken a close look at your garden lately, you may have noticed that certain insect life has taken up residence amongst your impatiens and pansies. From the smallest mites to larger caterpillars, the wrong in- sects can wreak havoc on your plants. However, by encouraging the right in- sects to move in you can continue to maintain a healthy, blooming gar- den. Many common insects can act as a natural pesti- cide for the villainous foes of plant life. Accord- ing to The University of Georgia College of Agri- cultural & Environmental "Sciences, natural en- emies are an important component of integrated pest management - and a more sound option as well. Here is a brief listing of some beneficial garden insects: 264 MAIN ST. N ACTON ber * _Lenpiie'" @ ACTON, economically: Ladybug: It feeds on well as many other soft- aphids, chinch bugs, bodied insects and their whiteflies, and mites, as eggs. NOT ALL INSECTS are detrimental to gardens. By en- couraging beneficial insects to roost among your plants you can reduce the need for chemical pesticides. DON'T REPLACE We Refinish Decks, Fences etc. Dave Leslie Bus: 519-853-0206 Cell: 905-702-3738 Fax: 519-853-4278 Email: twincam@sympatico.ca Want a Deck- Need a Fence- Gotta have a Shed- We'll custom build it for you Sy Ue oat} Ny he TP Praying Mantis: It en- joys a wide range of pests, including aphids, flies, and beetles. A curi- ous critter, it may also keep you company while gardening. Spined Soldier Bug: It feeds on several pest spe- cies of caterpillars and beetle larvae. It is at- tracted to perennial beds for shelter. Predator Mite: It is very useful in controlling spider mites and two spotted mites both in- doors and in your outdoor garden. Daffodils add sunshine to gardens There are few who can deny the beauty of daffodils, whether they be atop mountains or in a bouquet. When you want to add some of their beauty to your own backyard. Buy bulbs from a reputable dealer. Write down the varieties of daffodils that you've pur- chased so you can buy more if need be. Also, avoid pur- chasing "mixtures," which can create a messy look of flowers at varying heights, shapes and blooming peri- ods.