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Thursday, April 7-April 13, 2022 www.rutherfordweekly.com 828-248-1408 Rutherford Weekly - Page 5 CLINE'S CLINE'S Nursery Nursery SPRING SPRING KICKOFF! KICKOFF! Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm Saturday 9am-4pm Sunday 11am-2pm Find Us On Find Us On FACEBOOK FACEBOOK ©CommunityFirstMedia ©CommunityFirstMedia WE HAVE 1,000's 1,000's OF OF Blooming Blooming PERENNIALS 1901 FALLSTON RD. • SHELBY, NC 28150 704-487-9861 704-487-9861 www.clinesnursery.com www.clinesnursery.com OUR OUR GREENHOUSES GREENHOUSES ARE FULL! ARE FULL! Come by and Come by and see us today! see us today! • FERNS • TROPICALS • FERNS • TROPICALS HANGING BASKETS HANGING BASKETS ANNUALS • TREES • SHRUBS ANNUALS • TREES • SHRUBS AND MORE! AND MORE! STARTING AT: $ 3,499 * ZT1 46 ZERO-TURN RIDER • 23HP† Kohler 7000 • 46" Fabricated Deck • Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 STARTING AT: $ 2,399 * XT1 LT46 LAWN TRACTOR STARTING AT: $ 3,599 * ZT1 54 ZERO-TURN RIDER • 24 HP† Kohler 7000 • 54" Fabricated Deck • Hydro-Gear EZT 2200 STARTING AT: $ 1,399 * PONY GARDEN TILLER • 250cc Briggs & Stratton • 16" Tilling Width • Forward-Rotating Tines STARTING AT: $ 339 * SC 100 HW PUSH MOWER • 159cc Cub Cadet OHV • 21" 3-N-1 Mowing Deck • 1.9 bu. dust blocking bag STARTING AT: $ 6,499 * Z148 COMMERCIAL ZERO-TURN Δ • 23 HP Kawasaki ® FR engine • 48" Reinforced Fabricated • Grade Dual ZT-3100 • 23 HP† Kohler 7000 • 46" Stamped Deck • Tuff Torq ® Transmission 1 Restrictions apply. See store for details. • Product Price - Actual retail prices are set by dealer and may vary. Taxes, freight, setup and handling charges may be additional and may vary. Models subject to limited availability. For full warranty details, visit cubcadet.com or see your local dealer. See your local dealer for limited warranty details and information. Certain restrictions apply. Specifications and programs are subject to change without notice. Images may not reflect dealer inventory and/or unit specifications. † As rated by Kohler, all power levels are stated in gross horsepower at 3,600 RPM per SAE J1940 as rated WnZc\^cZbVcj[VXijgZg#6hgViZYWn @VlVhV`^!]dghZedlZgiZhiZY^cVXXdgYVcXZl^i]H6:?&..*VcYgViZY^cVXXdgYVcXZl^i]H6:?','(VcYXZgi^[^ZYWnH6:>ciZgcVi^dcVa# º8dbbZgX^VaegdYjXihVgZ^ciZcYZY[dgEgd[Zhh^dcVajhZ# 'PSFTU$JUZ.PXFST &BTU.BJO4USFFU 'PSFTU$JUZ/$ XXXGPSFTUDJUZNPXFSTDPN A well-manicured lawn adds undeniable curb appeal to a property. Homeowners who take pride in their lawns should know that they can take that pride all the way to the bank, as investing in a pristine lawn can provide a signifi cant return at resale. A 2019 report from the real estate experts at HomeLight found that a $268 investment in lawn care service can add $1,211 at resale. That's a 352 percent return on investment. Homeowners can capitalize on a pristine lawn even further by tending to their own lawns. Crabgrass is one lawn problem that can compromise the look of an otherwise lush lawn. Thankfully, crabgrass can be controlled without much effort. Identifying crabgrass Crabgrass is a weed that grows in areas of a lawn that are bare or where the grass is thin. Crabgrass gets its name from its appearance, as it grows from the center outward and mimics the look of crab legs emerging from the center shell. The growth of crabgrass The University of Minnesota Extension notes that crabgrass is an annual plant. That means a crabgrass infestation that's problematic once the mercury rises in the summer will die out in late fall or early winter. But crabgrass germinates in the spring, so homeowners will want to take steps to prevent it long before it becomes an eyesore in summer. How to corral crabgrass The UME notes that application of a pre- emergent herbicide before crabgrass seeds can germinate is an effective way to eliminate it. The timing of that application can be tricky, as jumping the gun and applying the herbicide too early can prove fruitless. The same goes for applying herbicides too late. Crabgrass will likely still grow if the herbicide is applied too early or too late. UME recommends applying a pre-emergent herbicide when soil temperatures approach 55 F. Home Depot notes that a chemical treatment may be applied after crabgrass has already grown in, but this option requires careful application to avoid killing surrounding healthy grass. Crabgrass can be pulled out by hand, but such an approach can be physically daunting. That's especially so because crabgrass thrives when the weather is hot and dry. So homeowners who intend to pull crabgrass by hand can decrease their risk of dehydration or heat-related illness by drinking plenty of water and pulling the grass during early morning or evening hours when the sun is lower and temperatures are more mild. Crabgrass can compromise the look of an otherwise healthy lawn. But various strategies can eliminate crabgrass and restore a lawn without much effort on the part of homeowners. How to corral a crabgrass infestation New horticulture classes have been added to the schedule for Rutherford County residents wishing to take the cooperative extension sponsored classes. For class registration contact Hannah Bundy at hmbundy@ ncsu.edu or 828-287-6015. Classes: • April 21; 5:30-7pm Sustainable garden design • May 12; 5:30-7pm All about tomatoes: from seed to harvest • May 31; 5:30-7pm Herbs in the Home Garden • June 7; 5:30-7pm Gardening to Attract Pollinators All classes will be held at the Rutherford County Extension Offi ce 193 Callahan-Koon Rd Suite 164, Spindale. Cost for each class is $5. Cooperative Extension offers new classes Article Provided By: Jean Gordon Trees benefi t a landscape by serving both aesthetic and utilitarian functions. A home surrounded by healthy green trees can be a sight to behold, and those same trees can benefi t surrounding plants and wildlife at the same time. As appealing as trees are, not all trees and landscapes make for the perfect match. The Arbor Day Foundation notes the importance of planning when designing a landscape. Planning ensures the trees homeowners ultimately choose for their properties will grow well in the soil and moisture present in their yards. Careful consideration of a handful of variables can help homeowners determine which trees will make the best fi t for their properties. • Height: Homeowners must consider the projected height of a tree before planting it. Avoid trees that will bump into anything when fully grown, as that can adversely affect surrounding greenery and pose a safety hazard. The ADF's tree sizing guide can be accessed at https:// w w w. a r b o r d ay. o r g / t r e e s / rightTreeAndPlace/size.cfm and serves as an invaluable resource for homeowners who want to plant new trees around their properties. • Canopy spread: Trees grow out as well as up, so it's important to consider their potential width at maturity as well. The ADF sizing guide can help homeowners get an idea of how wide a tree is likely to be at maturity. Trees that spread out quite a bit don't necessarily need to be avoided, but it's important that they're planted far enough apart so they don't adversely affect surrounding plants. In addition, wide trees that are planted too close together can make the landscape appear crowded, taking something away from its aesthetic appeal. • Growth rate: Growth rate is an important variable because it can affect how quickly homeowners will see changes in their landscapes. Homeowners who want to plant for privacy can consider trees with quick growth rates or purchase more mature trees that are already near full growth. Those who are not in need of instant transformation can try trees with slower growth rates, which the ADF notes typically live longer than fast-growing species. • Requirements: Different trees require different amounts of sun and moisture and different soil components to thrive. Homeowners can have their soil tested to determine which trees will thrive in it. Local garden centers can be a great resource for homeowners who want insight as to which trees will thrive in their local climates. Trees serve many functions on a property. Choosing the right trees for a landscape requires careful consideration of a host of variables. How to pick the right trees for your property

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