I forgot to mention, when James wrote of digging, that I prefer using
a digging fork--some call it a potato fork--the kind that has four
heavy tines and typically a D handle. It goes in easier and lifts
easier than a shovel, and integrates plant matter better. Of course,
you of the younger backs set care little about effort, right? I also
feel a fork treats the soil community with greater respect.
From don.bowen AT earthlink.net Sun Apr 1 19:39:45 2007Return-Path: <don.bowen AT earthlink.net>
Bindweed is one of the handful of pests that make me consider Roundup.
Another one is star of bethlehem, which is currently taking over my
front yard. You can use it carefully and just paint leaves, and it
allegedly breaks down in the soil is a short time.
From mmcharry AT gmail.com Sun Apr 1 19:56:34 2007Return-Path: <mmcharry AT gmail.com>
I treat Roundup like Penicillin. It is something that has an important use
but only when needed.
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