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* ' '« » l v.' kS fJ ADVICE ON REMOVING ROSE WINTER WRAPS (Continued from page 19) Not even all expert rosari- ans agree on some of the finer techniques of rose pruning, but any gardener can do a good Job when he has an understanding of the basic principles and has sharp shears with which to work. The purpose of prun­ ing, of course, is to eliminate all dead, diseased and de­ formed portions of the canes and to encourage new, strong growth, and produce Shapely, attractive plants. When cutting bade dead or diseased wood, cut at least an inch below the dead por­ tion so only green wood re­ mains. If the cut is so low that no buds or eyes are left, or if there is any doubt about the extent oI damage, re­ move the cane at the knob where the graft was made. Then shape the plants for symmetery by cutting re­ maining strong canes to a uniform height, leaving as much live wood as possible intact. All final cuts should be made no more than Vi inch above a strong bud. New growth will start at this point. On plants with many canes, it is wise to prune just above a bud that points BROOKWOOD GARDEN CENTER outward so the new branches will not grow into the center. Slant the cuts sharply. Hori­ zontal cuts invite infections. The foregoing suggestions apply to hybrid teas, flori- bundas, and grandiflora ro­ ses. Climbers generally are not pruned until after they have flowered, except, of course, to remove damaged or dead portions. Once the pruning jobs have been finished, you'll find it easy to cultivate around each plant and work in the season's first application of plant food. Where mulches are used, tttey should be placed before substantial growth occurs. • • • Early planting of bare root V/JW.V / ./.V/..-..v.-.. . roses is essential to good first season growth. If they break dormancy before they are planted, they will prod­ uce elongated, spindly stems that will only sap the strength of the plants. For those who never have plant­ ed a rose before, her# are some suggestions: Select a planting site with as much sunlight as possible, and where the soil drains well. If soil is too heavy, cor­ rect it by working in some peat moss, compost, or oth­ er organic additives. Before planting, soak the roots in water for several hours. Do this while you are digging the holes for them. The holes should be deep and wide enough to give the roots ample room. Mix some peat moss with soil and use this to form a mound inside the hole. Posi­ tion the rose on the mound so that the bud union [graft] is about an inch below ground level, then spread the roots down naturally around the mound. Add soil until the hole is half full, and fill with water to settle soil around the roots. A f t e r t h e w a t e r h a s drained away, fill the re­ mainder of the hole with soil, firm the soil around the plant, and water again. The final step is to build a 6 to 8 inch soil mound over the crown of the plant, or cover it with a rose cone, to keep the canes from drying out until they show leaf buds. To plant container grown roses, simply dig a hole large enough to accommodate the root ball. If your roses came in so-called "plantable box­ es," which disintegrate in the soil, it's a good rule to cut away the bottom of the container before planting to facilitate better drainage. To assure maximum flow­ ering, roses should be fed with a specially formulated rose food in early spring, af­ ter peak bloom in mid-June, and again about mid-August. Regular deep watering is also essential as are protec­ tive measures against dis­ ease and insect pests. CUT JUST ABOVE OUTWARD GROWING / BUD •THORN CUTOFF DEAD CANES Tidy New Store In Elgin ns IAVW ** *. *» v • The Built-in Mix ... Use Your Own Ideas for a Room That is For You and Your Family With the opening of their new $250,000 store in Elgin, Tidy Carpets and Rugs, 200 .Washington Street, Woodstock, firmly establishes itself as the largest handler of carpets and rugs in northern Illinois. . Tidy, selling, cleaning and installing carpets and rugs for 21 years, serves an area of well over 1,000 square miles. The firm's market area has been appreciably increased with the development of the Elgin store serving a trade area from Elgin to O'Hare field. Tidy Carpets and Rugs acquired the National Tea store in Elgin in 1971. The new 10,000 square foot facility isnow a full- service carpet store to handle all the needs of Tidy customers. The Elgin branch is managed by Mark Schoepke and the TVoodstock store is managed by Fred and Bill Schoepke. Together, thirty-nine people are employed. Mobile units include eight trucks and four company sales cars. The Woodstock facility is currently expanding its showrooms to include a large custom drapery department. "In fact, said Fred Schoepke, "this will be the largest drapery department in the area." In 1956, Tidy moved to its present location, and in the same year built the first ad­ dition to its store. Further The liomemaker has such a wealth of choice now in home furnishings that very often her greatest problem can be decid­ ing just what she does want, and knowing how to put it all together. Modern production tech­ niques mean a selection of al­ most every style, in a range of prices. Carved detail that characterizes Spanish or Old World furniture, is quite ex­ pensive in wood. But space age materials make it possible to reproduce these carvings that look and feel just like wood, at much less the cost. Synthetics simulate even the softest of fabrics, but with all the easy care qualities. Vectra, so tough it made out-door car­ peting possible, is now in up­ holstery, soft as cashmere. Consequently, the choice of color and fabric is no longer determined by ages of chil­ dren. Budget no longer deter­ mines or limits the style she can have. And, even the tra­ ditional rules -- that were also guides -- of matching are dis­ appearing. With so much se­ lection. the decorating style is Eclectic and the homemaker is urged to choose and mix to create Her Own Look. For us women who, at best, have difficulty in making up our minds and being confident in our choice, one important^ additions were made in 1968, 1963 and 1970. The last addition contains 6,500 square feet in three stories, adding 168,480 feet of storage area for additional rolls of carpet. and most refreshing trend in furniture Is the "built-in mix." A growing number of manu­ facturers are making entire collections available in a vari­ ety of finish colors, and even design motifs. This means the various pieces within one col­ lection will go together, but if we don't want to match, we have a selection of color and design. The homemaker can begin choosing her own special mix, from a variety of possibilities within one collection, and still be assured her own look Is har­ monious. Good Lighting Is Vital Place every lamp in relation to Its day-by-day use. Study and work areas need special attention and there are so many well and scientifically designed lamps and lighting fixtures available in the local stores that their selection is a joy, rather than a chore. Soft and more subdued light­ ing should be kept for living rooms and the "company" areas, and where the family relaxes at the end of the day. Students Like to Choose Their Own Youngsters like the idea of "choosing their own." Be sure to take all the wall measure­ ments when you shop together. Let them express themselves, both as to their own likes and dislikes, and the pieces that will best serve their varied purposes. 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A forceful stream from the garden hose will readily expose plants protected by a soil mound. STORE HOURS: Mon., Thurs., Fri. 'til 9 p.in. Tues.,Wed., & Sat. 'til 5 p.m. Sun. 1 2 to 5 200 Washington (June. Rts. 120 & Bus. 14) GREEN STAMPS (815) 338-1000 Woodstock, Illinois Pope 20 iA