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Quote of the Week
"A garden, you know, is a very usual refuge of a disappointed politician. Accordingly, I have purchased a few acres about nine miles from town, have built a house, and am cultivating a garden."
~ Alexander Hamilton
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GardenLife Sneak Peek
This Week's Radio Show
| | Saturday, July 2
8-9 PDT, 11am-Noon EDT
 Great Lakes garden expert Melinda Myers is the author of over 20 books including Can't Miss Small Space Gardening and host of "Melinda's Garden Moments" airing on television and radio. This morning in her entertaining and practical approach to gardening, she will give us some hints to spruce up our mid-summer garden. Melinda will also share her thoughts about the benefits of green spaces and explain how trees, shrubs, gardens and grass have a positive impact on our lives - economically, environmentally and socially. Call Sharon, John, Bryan or our guest with your questions at 1-866-606-TALK (8255).
Sunday, July 3
8-10 PDT, 11am-1pm EDT
 Barry Estabrook almost fell victim to an obituary headline, "Food Writer Killed by Flying Tomato," when an overloaded truck in front of him pelted his car with green orbs. After he realized the green fruits were on their way to market, he wrote an investigative feature for Gourmet Magazine, "Politics of the Plate: The Price of a Tomato," which he expanded into a book, Tomatoland: How Modern Industrial Agriculture Destroyed Our Most Alluring Fruit. Warning: you'll never look at a tomato the same way again after today!
 Since this is the weekend before July 4th, it is fitting that we talk to Dean Norton, the director of horticulture at George Washington's Mt. Vernon, home of America's first hero. Located just 16 miles from our nation's capital and overlooking the Potomac River, George Washington believed "No estate in United America is more pleasantly situated than this." Dean will guide us through 500 acres of woods, rolling meadows, serpentine walkways, pleasure and kitchen gardens as well as give us a better understanding of Washington, the passionate farmer. Call Sharon, John, Bryan or our guests with your questions at 1-866-606-TALK (8255). ________________________________________________ |
| DID YOU KNOW? | |
The Liberty Tree was a great elm that was planted in 1646 and stood about one block east of the Boston Common. Prior to the American Revolution, dissenters of British rule, known as the Sons of Liberty, used the tree to hang effigies of men who supported the hated Stamp Act and also hung lanterns on its branches to symbolize unity. As news of the Liberty Tree spread, local patriots in all 13 colonies formed their own Sons of Liberty groups and chose a large tree or erected a pole to be used as a meeting place just like their Boston counterparts.
During the siege of Boston in August 1775, Loyalists cut the tree down and used it for firewood. This act further united the colonists and flags with the Liberty Tree emblem were often displayed at many of the battles of the American Revolution. The Liberty Tree became a symbol for liberty and resistance to tyranny. Even Thomas Jefferson wrote, "The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants."
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NATURE'S SOLUTIONS
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 Compost Tea is now available after six years of extensive research. The tea comes ready-to-use in a "breathable" package. The air allowed to come inside the package creates an oxygen-rich environment and gives the tea a long shelf life.
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SUMMER FUN & GAMES
by Sharon Asakawa |
Just like the Jamies sang in 1958, "It's summertime, summertime, sum-sum-summertime" and it is the best time for family and friends to spend sunny days and balmy nights outdoors enjoying each other's company. The following are a few simple ideas for fun in the sun and under the stars:
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Shutterbug Contest | |
by Sara Begg Townsend and Roanne Robbins
Last Contest Answer:
White Heliotrope, Heliotropum 'Alba'
Winner: William from Sioux City, Iowa
LAWN & GARDEN TIPS!
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STOP DEER DAMAGE! | 
Bobbex Deer Repellent is the most effective long lasting spray on the market. It safely disrupts the foraging patterns of deer and deters them from browsing on your property. Bobbex is: All natural ingredients that stop deer browsing by using multiple smell and taste deterrents and WILL NOT WASH OFF!
- Can be used on all ornamental shrubs and flowers, and around vegetables
- Original, unique sprays made from all natural and recycled ingredients.
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For GardenLife Listeners Only...
SUPER IRIS SAVINGS! | 
Spring Hills Nursery is offering three bearded iris collections at a special price to GardenLife listeners! Choose from Reblooming, Stripes or Plicata collections. Buy all three for even more savings!
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