by Monya
Corns
Colorado State University Cooperative Extension
Master Gardener
Larimer County
Weeding for Comfort
A 5-gallon bucket makes a great seat when weeding. For
extra comfort, a small seat pad can be used. These buckets, often free from
local bakeries or supermarkets (they are empty frosting containers), also make
an excellent tool tote.
Attractive Containers for Clippings
A large decorative container makes a great place to
keep garden clippings, keeping weeds separate. When the container fills, toss
all the vegetative matter into your compost bin. Using a separate container
for weeds may reduce future problems with weed seed germination. Discard the
weeds with the weekly trash.
Sun protection while weeding
A beach umbrella provides outstanding shade if you’re
weeding in the heat of the day. “Plant” the umbrellas handle into
the ground and weed away under the shade. Don’t forget to drink ample
water to prevent dehydration.
Larimer County Farmers’ Market starts July 8!
New at the Larimer
County Farmers’ Market this year is Little Sprout’s Day! Little
Sprout’s Day will be held the first Saturday of each month from 9:00 a.m.
to 11:30 a.m., starting July 8. All children under the age of 10 are welcome
to participate in this monthly event. Have your children create fun crafts on
gardening and environmental topics—all for free! The Market is held at
the Oak Street Parking Lot, off of Remington, between Oak and Olive in Old Town
Fort Collins.
The authors have received training through Colorado State University Cooperative Extension's Master Gardener program and is a Master Gardener volunteer for Larimer County.
Gardening and Insect Fact Sheets are available on-line by clicking HERE.
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