Show AprilJQMJSunNgg3sJ£ Ask A Specialist Utah State University Extension by WHAT CAN I DO NOW TO PREVENT WEEDS IN MY LAWN? Answer by: Jerry Goodspeed USU Extension Horticulturist You can't see them yet they are there — lurking just under the surface of your lawn They seem to know that if they lay low long enough you will forget about them until it is too late Then one carefree summer day when you are admiring your landscape sipping a lemonade as you wait for guests to arrive they will strike right where it hurts — the front lawn Unfortunately once they rear their ugly heads there is not much you can do Annual lawn weeds hide out e until around and by then it is too late to do anything Annual weeds include spurge and foxtail They germinate when the soil warms but lay in wait until just the wrong moment to get big and ugly Because they hide so well in the spring you hardly know they are there until it is too late Since annuals die off in the fall after the first freeze we tend to forget about them until the first barbeque of the season Many things can be done to minimize numbers and problems with annual weeds However they must be done before you actually see the weeds Once they are established you are reduced to making excuses and living with them until the next year Careful attention can help reduce most weeds in the lawn whether they are annual or perennial Consider these tips Mow the lawn 3 inches tall This helps shade out weeds and reduces their ability to germinate Cutting it too short allows light to penetrate easier to the soil and encourages weeds to germinate and grow Irrigate the lawrn properly Do Most weeds are not better competitors than grass when a lawn is Water deep at infrequent inter- them A is a applied to the chemical that is surface of the lawn before weeds emerge Most come in a granular form which is applied using a spreader A is a selective herbicide that kills small annual weeds after they germinate but before they get established It is poisonous enough to kill small devious annual weeds but does not create problems with already established plants A controls most annual weeds however it does not control perennial weeds Some examples of perennial weeds are dandelions clover and bindweed A will not bother them but can help prevent a new crop from getting established For example a dandelion already growing in the lawn will not reHowspond to a ever an application can prevent any new seeds that landed in your grass from sinking their roots into the landscape There are a number of products on the market and most are very effective Some can be applied once and are effective the entire season while others must be applied twice once now and again in about 60 days Ask your local nursery or garden center which is carried and recommended Regardless of which you choose now is the time to apply it bride’s mother) have visited several to find enough vases for the flowers She also diagramed the room in color for table placement vase and linen distribution think she has even noted the scattering of M&Ms and Easter candy on the tables hy Jim Ohen Then there was the dress Lori’s dress She waited until she Wedding litters was sure could pay for it After As you look on the society all she has one in her closet that page of today’s newspaper you would work She found a dress will realize that am experiencthis last weekend with shoes and ing the wedding jitters earrings to match The shoes Not for myself but for my were only $1799! wife As the time draws closer Our son Cody is getting Lori checks her list her calender from married to a great girl and her watch She still has a Richfield Kim Jensen quilt to tie shirts to starch the We aren’t having a recephouse to prep for visiting relation Just a family dinner the size tives and - to appear calm of an LDS ward party All told think that is on her list as well we are having 150 for dinner Jitter Jitter Jitter The kids didn’t want to have a Me? My job was pretty clear formal reception Cody was aphad Sigh and open my wallet prehensive of a large social been told that this was the gathering so they opted for a father’s job don’t mind For me large family gathering instead it’s hard to get jitters reaching This is the reason for the jitters into a pocket for the cash Lori has helped plan the after As recall all had to do temple ceremony dinner A tra- when this child was born was ditional job for the grooms parrace down the canyon from a ents has grown into a joint planBoy Scout encampment shower ning adventure so didn't smell like a campfire She has ably contracted the and hold her hand and tell her caterer arranged for the buildto breath She had the list the ing and a plan B (funerals have house clean the car washed priority) She had puzzles made the r lined up the from photos of the newlyweds to clothes packed (hers & mine) keep the children (and some arranged a ride to the hospital adults) busy while they wait for 50 miles away and even called dinner the Sheriff’s Posse to get me off She ordered linens pur- the mountain chased and cut fabric for under She handles the jitters the table decorations and or- pretty well-- especially when dered sheet cake She and the hold her hand Yardcarecom Tip of the Month: Now’s the Your Mower Time to Tune-U- p It is estimated that over of all lawn mowers do not receive the tune-uthey need each spring to keep them runp shape ning in Regular s reduce fuel consump- tion and emission levels and help to increase mower life and reliability Now is the time to get Keep the lawn healthy and your mower ready for the seathick This includes a good fer- son w'ith a few simple tune-utilization program and aerating tasks the lawn once or twice a year Hopefully last fall you rememFertilizer provides plenty of nubered to run the fuel out of the trients to the lawn so it can grow gas tank If not drain the old thick and strong and aeration fuel After completing the folreduces soil compaction so walowing maintenance items reter and nutrients can penetrate with fresh gas Keep in place to the roots mind fuel older than 90 days can After treating the lawn like it gel and clog the carburetor makis king of the property a few ing the mower hard to start persistent weeds may still sur- Once the fuel tank is empty and vive At that point purchase a the spark plug wire is discon- to help control vals A Axtell News nected you're ready to get started Clean the mower A clean mower is a healthy mower Caked on grass and debris can clog a mower and significantly decrease performance Use a screw driver or putty knife to clear the under carriage of grass and debris and wipe the entire mower down Sharpen or replace the blade It is always a good idea to get your blade sharpened once a year A dull blade can harm the grass and make it more susceptible to disease Have the blade professionally sharpened or replaced if there are large nicks or dings Please refer to your owner's manual for additional information on maintaining the cutting blade Change the oil Changing oil keeps the engine properly lubricated and ensures that clean oil is continuously distributed to critical engine components reducing friction Manufacturers may recommend specific oil removal techniques so refer to your owner's manual before starting this process Clean the oil fill area remove the dipstick and place a catch can under the mower Depending on manufacturer recommendations either tip the mower on its side to allow the old oil to drain from the oil fill tube or remove the oil drain plug located under the deck Allow the oil to drain completely and if necessary replace the drain plug Refill the engine with oil Work Day on the Old Rock Church will take place on pril 17 Audrey Boore The Gunnison Elementary Congratulations Kirk James fifth grade presented the history and Deanna Miller who were married of America with song and dance April 3 2004 and will in "Sing a Song of USA" be living in Axtell in Sam and Brown old house Kirk Stu2004 31 March Virginia Wednesday dents of Axtell taking part were is a teacher at the Gunnison ElDalton Burr Katie Heath Bailey ementary School Ben Boore received his FFA Thatcher Chance Christiansen Hailee Buckland What a fun Greenhand Degree from the Gunnison Valley High School to way learn history On Friday April 2 2004 the FFA Chapter this past week Laura Bastian Jessica fifth grade went on a field trip to Thanksgiving Point where Mecham Brook Heath and movie Mitchell Heath were in Califorthey saw big screen and visited the Monty LB Bean nia during the week of March 23 museum Sandra and Steven 2004 where they attended the Heath also went with the stu- Science trip to Catalina Island Marine Institute with students dents on the field trip Congratulations to the follow- from Gunnison Valley High ing students from the Gunnison School and the Manti High Middle School that earned They enjoyed snorkeling studhonor roll status for the third ied the marine fish and plant life year Sixth Everyone agreed it was a great quarter Grade Honor Roll Breaunna experience This week is spring break for Davis Nicole Mecham Seventh Grade 40 Samual Brown the schools of Gunnison and their will be many family trips Thatcher Eighth Cheyenee Grace Honor Roll Terra Jo planned along with the Easter weekend Have a safe week Despa in Redmond News Barbara Christensen Richard and Bessie Murphy of in Richfield on Monday March Hazelton Utah visited here with 29 for surrounding DUP camps Sherm and Barbara Christensen A family home evening was Kelby Bosshardt was sus- held at the home of Barbara and tained as a priest in the Aronic Sherm Christensen on Monday Priesthood Sunday March 28 in March 29 attending were the Second Ward Sanama Bosshardt Ron and Suzette Boots was released from the Second Ward Primary and Carlos Peterson was sustained in that position Alisa Lyman Katie LeFever Uie weather permits e old shingles be torn off and bris will be picked up from the area Bring your gloves! ill Gary Bossharat are recipients and Amy McCall of the Sterling Scholar Award Dilan A Anderson infant son of Dennis and Joni Anderson was given a name and blessing Many family members were in attendance including his big sister Taylor The infant daughter of David and Candice Valensuela was given the name Lexa Maria in Fast meeting Sunday March 28 She was blessed by Kelley Johnson Friends and family members attended The Second Ward Relief Pioneers district social was held Diabetic Shoes Comfortable Safe for more information Covered by Medicare Super& Herbal Drug Store Inside Thriftway Market Gunnison (435) Wc Wclcomc Letters to the Editor I We welcome Letters to the Editor from our readers If you have an opinion or argument that ought to be considered please send your signed letter to Salina Sun Gunnison Valley News PO Box 189 Gunnison Utah 8634 or newsgtelconet All letters must have a name address and telephone number for verification Letters may be edited for length and diction Letters are pub- lished at the editor's discretion I I Redmond Irrigation & Buildings B Ssuti Bidzsad 'mra—irwl S28-329- 6 Mason Lyman First Step Toward A Diabetic Footwear Solution We Have The Answer John Johnson rj Baisa Call Debbie Hansen at Centerfield City Breann Netwich Crystal Hampton Matt and Alisa Lyaman Neal Bosshard Kasie Wendy Bosshardt Sorensen Michael Christensen Eric and Bryant Lyman Gary Bosshardt Terry Alquest Kelby Bosshardt Tyson Hampton Marcia Bosshardt all of Redmond and Bobby Allen Shirley and Merann Hegemann friends of Terry and Cocha Alquist who are visiting here A special thanks to everyone Soci- Your 225 Everyone is welcome to help! See You There! parents Sherm and Barbara Christensen A special thanks to everyone who particpated in the Second Ward Arts and Music Festival Trevor Carlisle art work Morson Lymans Story Books and Barbara Christensens Crochet collection was on display Participating in the Talent Show were Katie Jones and ety Birthday Party dinner and program was a great success The Family History Seminar held Saturday the 13 of March was very successful Thanks to all who took part Sunday April 18 is Standards Night for the young men and young women at 6:30 pm A special Daughters of Utah beginning at 9 am If Ellen Bosshardt Terry and Concha Alquist Kelby Bosshardt of Redmond Second Ward received his Eagles Award He is the son of Neal and Marcia Bosshardt Bryan and Teena Jeppson and Eric Jeppson and DJ Chase of West Valley visited here with his 583 Utah Wot Cffica: (435) far (155) 5255135 The choice is simple WE CAN SUPPLY ALL OF YOUR IRRIGATION N NEEDS SURFACE & UNDERGROUND |