GARDENING AIDS FLOATING ROW COVER HARVEST GUARD
Protects from frosts and gives earlier yields. Lightweight, spun- bonded polypropylene material is designed to hold in heat while allowing light and water to pass through. Easy to apply. Simply spread gently on top of crops – no supports needed. Provides excellent protection from light frosts, birds, and insects. It extends the season at both ends as it offers up to 6°F of frost protection. Rugged, lightweight material will not rot, shrink or sag. With reasonable care, can be used for two seasons. #53266 5' x 25' $14.95 #53267 5' x 50' 24.95
SRM-RED MULCH Increase tomato yields by 12-20%! SRM (Selective Reflecting Mulch)-Red is an award-winning technology whose benefits are still be- ing discovered. It warms the soil, retains moisture, and suppresses weeds, as black plastic does. In addition, the wave-length reflected by this mulch encourages plants to put on more above-ground growth, causing plants to bear heavier and earlier. 1.0 mil thick. #53321 4' x 30' $17.95 #53322 4' x 100' 32.95
MINI-DRAGON SOIL ANALYZER
Dual-purpose meter tests soil’s pH and fertilizer levels in a quick one minute test. Direc- tions include ideal pH range for 350 plants and easy-to follow guidelines for soil correction. #51309 $29.95
FERTILIZER ANALYZER Time to fertilize? Measure the nitrogen, phosphorous and potash in the soil in only 10 seconds. Needs no batteries. Instructions included. #51310 $19.95
PH ANALYZER
Determines the acid/alkaline composition of your soil in just 60 seconds. Inserts easily into soil. Full instructions included. #51311 $18.95
THERMOMETER SOIL
Take the guess work out of when to plant. This ther-
PLASTIC GARDEN MULCH
Controls weeds, warms soil, conserves moisture and provides cleaner vegetables at harvest time. Keeps soil up to 15% warmer on cold nights resulting in earlier germination and faster growth. Black sun-resistant polyethylene film, 1½ mil thick. #53324 3' x 50' $5.95 #53326 3' x 100' $11.95
PLANTER’S PAPER
Revolutionary biodegradable paper mulch – for those who don’t like the idea of plastic in the garden, but don’t want to spend hours weeding. Suppresses weeds, and elevates soil temperatures nearly as much as black plastic. Porous in nature, it allows water to penetrate to the soil. The environmentally sound material will begin to degrade into the soil after about 8-10 weeks with no harmful residues. At the end of the season, it can be composted or tilled right into the soil. #53332 2’ x 50’ $11.95 #53333 4’ x 100’ $39.95
ALGOFLASH FERTILIZERS Holder of 28 World Records
A fertilizer that has revolutionized the growing of flower and vegetables, increasing yields at rates that are almost unbelievable. The record setting results are not by chance, but by design. Yet its most remarkable feature is it’s 100% mineral based so it contains no chlorides or sodium – plus it’s odor- less, colorless and environmentally safe. Encourages rapid cell reproduction using 3 major elements along with micro-nutrients. Use one capful per gallon of water as a regular feed or ½ capful to spray directly on the foliage and watch the amazing results. Now it comes in formulas specially made for tomatoes and flowering plants as well as a general use formulation. One liter bottle makes over 100 gallons.
#51085 All Purpose 6-6-6 (1 Liter) #51086 Tomato 4-6-8 (1 Liter) #51087 Flowering Plants 4-6-7 (1 Liter) #51088 Acid Loving Plants 5-4-6 (1 Liter)
Price of all the above fertilizers. $13.95 each; 2 or more $12.95 each
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mometer is made from corrosion- free aluminum that is very accu- rate and probes the soil to 6” deep. It is calibrated from 30oF to 90o F Includes a chart of common plants #51294 $10.95
ROOTONE
A product that can be used to initiate rooting in most herbaceous as well as hardwood cut- tings. Helps to put out strong, healthy roots faster and surer. #51224 (A) 4
⁄10 (B) 1½ oz. $8.95
GOURMET COMPOSTER Constructed of 100% recycled plastic, so nothing will rust or corrode. The easy access lid, adjustable air vents, and sliding bottom door allow air to circulate. Also retains heat that enhances the composting pro- cess. Holds 11 cu. ft. of organic matter. Easy assembly instruc- tions are included. Guaranteed for 5 years. #53150 $89.95
Get rid of weeds quickly without using expensive chemicals. The Mini Dragon produces a high temperature flame that causes the weeds to wither and die. Ideal for cleaning patios, driveways, side- walks, retaining walls. The walk- ing-stick shaped wand makes it
easy to handle. Ignition system included. Uses any standard propane cylinder (not included). #53188 $69.95 each
FISH & SEAWEED FERTILIZER Use the combined technology of this organic fertilizer (2-3-1) that perfectly blends fish hydrolysate and seaweed ensuring a complete fertilization program for your plants. Fish and seaweed are known to increase the natural sugars in a plant giving them stronger more colorful foliage and more fragrant and larger blooms. Dilute with water using 1 oz. per gallon.
#51221 18 oz. $12.95 Each. #51222 36 oz. $19.95 Each
PROFESSIONAL SOIL TEST KIT
oz. pkg. $3.95;
Get professional soil test results whether done in your kitchen or in a classroom, at a reasonable cost. In- cludes enough ma- terials for 10 tests each of pH, Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Pot- ash, 40 tests total. Also includes instructions for amending soil organic matter based on the tests. Packed in a sturdy plastic carrying case. #51345 $17.95 #51346 Supersized 80 test kit $24.95
COMPOST ACCELERATOR
Jump start your compost pile. A specially formulated mixture of beneficial organisms that work hard to break down even the toughest organic waste. Sprinkle on the material to be composted or spray it on with water. Treats up to one ton of organic matter. #51295A 1 lb. box $8.95
COMPOST STARTER KIT One Garden Composter and One box of Compost Accelerator #53198 An $99.90 value for $84.95
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