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SECTION 2 - PAGE 14 • PLAI1NDEALER HERALD, \\ EDNESDAV, NOVEMBER 7,1984 Protect trees now from winter frost damage Even though fall has been fairly Wind in the McHenry County area 'ar, winter is rapidly ap* preaching. Harsh weather and other conditions that come' with winter can cause serious pro- 1 Jems for all types of landscape plantings. Now is the time to pro­ tect plants, before winter weather arrives. Tb* lEXTENSION) People AMml Cracking of the trunk caused by drastic temperature changes in winter is a serious problem on many shade and fruit trees. This problem, commonly referred to as frost cracks, usually occurs on the wuth or west side of the trunk, these areas warm up con­ siderably when exposed to the sun, which in some cases actually causes inner bark areas to resume growing. As the sun goes down, these exposures rapidly cool, which can kill inner bark areas and cause cracking due to con­ traction. Oftentimes not noticed until the following growing season, frost cracking can do con­ siderable damage or even kill trees. Apple, flowering crab, maple, mountain ash and walnut trees are among the species prone to frost cracks. Younger trees are especially susceptible. • / ' . ^Potentially susceptible trees should be wrapped now for protec­ tion from frost crack damage. Suitable materials include com­ mercially available tree wraps, ^-/burlap, cloth, or plastic trunk guards. Start at the base of the three, overlapping each strip halfway to create a shingle effect, which helps keep water out. Go up to the first major branch and secure with twine or tape, not wire, which could damage tender bark. , Rabbits, mice and other rodents chewing trunks and branches is another serious problem facing trees and shrubs in winter. Many plants can be severely crippled or even killed by the gnawing of these animals. Wrapping as men- Drug conference set The Illinois Drug Education Alliance (IDEA) will hold its Second .Annual Conference in Peoria, on Nov. 9 and 10, at the Holiday Inn-Brandywine. IDEA is a statewide organization consisting of grassroots parents and com­ munity groups dedicated to the prevention of drug and alcohol use among Illinois youth. Af­ filiated with the National Federation of Parents for Drug- Free Youth, IDEA is a non­ profit, tax-exempt organization which brings strength and unity to pvent groups throughout tioned above can help prevent damage, but more protection may t>e needed in many areas where populations of these animals are* high. Hardware cloth is an excellent choice for protection from all rodents. Wrap trunks loosely with this material, securing in the soil and going about one and a half feet above the expected snow level. Chicken wire will also protect plants from rabbits, but mice may be able to get through. Entire in­ dividual or groups of shrubs may be erfcircled with a chicken wire fence to keep out rabbits. Various rabbit and rodent repellent sprays are also available for late fall and winter application to dormant woody plants. A fungicide called thiram is usually the active ingredient. Many times they are effective, but a midwinter re-application is usually needed to keep them effec­ tive. Make sure to only apply to dormant plants. For additional information, con­ tact the McHenry County Exten­ sion Office at 789 McHenry Avfe., P.O. Box 431, Woodstock, 111. 60098 Phones (815)' 338-3737 and 338-4747. Off-stage positions are open in upcoming productions The Woodstock Musical Theatre Company is accepting . applica­ tions for a director, nr.usical direc­ tor, scenic and costume designers, choreographer, stage manager and set construction foreman for their winter and spring produc­ tions of "Deathtrap" (Mystery theatre) and "The Best Little Whore House in Texas." are paid positions. WMTC is a resident community theatre group of the Woodstock Opera House and is a not-for- profit corporation. Those in­ terested should send a letter of in­ tent and include experience and references to: Woodstock Musical Theatre Company, P.O. box 613, Woodstock, 60098. Auditions will be held in Headline for applications is January and February, 1985. All Nov. 15. Calphalon. Built to be the last cookware yoo'll ever buy Sensational For information about the Second Annual IDEA Con­ ference, contact: IDEA, P.O. Box 607, Deerfield, 111. 60015. Reservations can be made at the Holiday Inn-Brandywine, (309) 686-8000. ENERGY CONFERENCE The Illinois Department of Energy and Natural Resources and the Energy Division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources will co-sponsor a con­ ference on financing energy con­ servation measures Dec. 13 and 14 in St. Louis at the Bel Air Hilton. Extra Heavy Weight 10" Omelette Pan Reg.$37.95 Now $33.95 8 qt. Stock Pot Reg. $72.00 Now $65.99 5 qt. 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