A plant treatment called Vacation helps your plants survivewithout watering while you're away.
The product, from Natural Industries, is an anti-transpirantthat causes plants to go dormant temporarily. Water your indoor oroutdoor plants with a solution of Vacation and water before youleave, and the plants can survive up to two weeks without water.Plants in bloom should even stay that way, the company says.
Rainfall or watering will eliminate the effects of the productimmediately.
The product is made from a plant extract and is safe for peopleand pets. it can be applied to ornamental plants, vegetables andherbs.
It's available in our area at Gale's Brunswick Garden Center, aswell as from online retailers, including High Country Gardens,Nature Hills Nursery and Blooming Impressions. Information aboutthe product is at http://www.naturalindustries.com
Decorate home on a small budget
Who doesn't love a cheap decorating idea - or a few hundred ofthem?
Better Homes and Gardens supplies the inspiration forpenny-pinching decor face-lifts in "501 Decorating Ideas Under$100." the book is stuffed with creative projects, clever reusesand other suggestions for creating a signature style on abudget.
You'll find ideas for dressing up tired furniture, creatingeye-catching artwork, reusing flea-market finds and otherwiseputting a fresh spin on your stuff. each idea is accompanied by aphoto, and instructions are offered when they're needed.
The book sells for $19.99 and comes with a one-year subscriptionto the magazine.
Have a question about home maintenance, decorating or gardening?Akron Beacon Journal home writer Mary Beth Breckenridge will findanswers for the queries that are chosen. To submit a question, callher at (330) 996-3756, or send e-mail tombrecken@thebeaconjournal.com
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