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Master Gardener Association of Passaic County
1310 Route 23 North
Wayne, NJ 07470
973-305-5740
GREEN TIMES
June 2013
Volume 13 Issue 6
Master Gardener Meeting
Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at 7 pm
Totowa Business Center
930 Riverview Drive, Suite 250
Totowa, NJ
Meet us for dinner at 5 pm
Miranda’s
Route 23 North, Wayne NJ
Allow 15 minutes to get to the meeting
HYDROPONICS
with Bob Malgieri of 77Hydro
77Hydro opened its doors in June of 1999, and was started by Dr. Ranbir Bhalla. Bob Malgieri,
along with Dr. Bhalla have a combined 13 years of indoor gardening experience. They started
77Hydro because they felt there was a need to provide better products, knowledge, and service to
growers.
Their philosophy is to treat all gardeners with the
same high quality of customer service. The
novice, and expert, the small garden, and the
farm are all viewed with respect. They have
noted that an expert in gardening does not just
see the problem, but can recognize it faster and
take appropriate action, whether it be treatment
or prevention. The staff at 77Hydro Shop offers
complete tech support and guidance from
seedling to harvest. They are there to help
growers develop their green thumbs so they
may become self reliant.
Bob Malgieri will discuss the techniques that can make you a successful hydroponic gardener!
SOUP AND SANDWICH
We are collecting canned soups and tuna fish at our June meeting to be donated to those less fortunate than ourselves. Please be
generous.
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June 2013
ELAINE’S CORNER
To do in June
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Continue planting warm-weather crops
Fertilize rhododendrons and azaleas after
flowering; prune if needed
Continue tick control with regular mowing,
carbaryl (if needed) and repellents on
people and pets (DEET, permethrin,
citronella, oil of peppermint)
Get a tetanus shot every 8-10 years for the rest of
your life - check with your doctor about updates
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Buy cool-season vegetables seeds (lettuce,
radish, spinach, kale, broccoli, etc) before the
seeds are returned to the manufacturer
Remove and destroy bagworm sacks from
evergreens
Divide spring-flowering perennials
Move houseplants outside
Water new plantings so that they get one inch of
water per week if it hasn't rained
To do in Summer
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Continue to irrigate new plantings
Consider washing machine rinse water for irrigation (detergent and bleach are OK, no Borax)
Let the lawn get a little higher (2-1/2 to 3 inches)
to shade out weed seeds
No lawn fertilization in July or early and midAugust
Pinch back leggy plants and deadhead annuals
for a longer bloom season
Net fruit to prevent the birds and rodents from eating it
Watch roses for leaf diseases and fertilize one
last time in late July
Plant cool season vegetables
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Destroy gypsy moth egg masses
For grub control in the lawn (especially if you
irrigated the turf)
 Imidacloprid (Merit, Grub-Ex) 3 weeks
after peak adult Japanese beetle population (preventative) about late June/early
July
 Trichlophone (Dylox) if there are more
than 8-10 grubs per square foot (curative)
about August. Irrigate turf before and after
application
Consider insecticidal soap as a treatment for
several insect pests: mealybugs, thrips, spider
mites, other sucking insects
Plant Sale Thanks
Teamwork and fabulous plants made for a successful plant sale. Thanks to the plant sale committee for their
time and fine work and to all of the Rutgers Master Gardeners who donated plants and "green elephant"
items, and volunteered to set up or work the day of the sale.
Time sheets and contact forms
Volunteering at a Rutgers Master Gardener project or program this summer? Leading a tour, class or other
educational program? Then please remember to complete time sheets and contact forms that count for your
awards and recognition and my reports. Thanks for all you do!
"No occupation is so delightful to me as the culture of the earth, and no culture comparable to that of the
garden." -- Thomas Jefferson, 1811
Elaine Fogerty
County Agricultural Assistant
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725 Pines Lake Dr. W., Wayne, NJ 07470
973-202-9579
www.laurelwoodarboretum.org
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Every Tuesday and the 1st Saturday of each month 9 – 11:30 am
Meet in the pavilion. Bring gloves and small hand tools. ALL WELCOME!
GREENWOOD GARDENS MEET-UP
June 13 Thursday – 10am
Meet on site for a private tour of these newly renovated, eclectic and historic gardens. SPACE IS
LIMITED Reservations are necessary. Send your name, number in your party and email address
to: [email protected]
Directions will be sent to you.
FAMILY FUN DAY
June 16 Sunday – 1:00pm Father’s Day
Making Art for Your Garden Bring your small, old household junk to be recycled into wind chimes
– keys, gears, screws etc.– chain, hangers, additional junk will be provided. Rain cancels. Free for
FOLA members and children/non-members $15. Reservations are necessary via email at:
[email protected]
DOCENT/TOUR GUIDE TRAINING
June 17 Monday – 4:00pm Join knowledgeable tour guides as you learn about the arboretums’
history and horticulture. It’s a fun and rewarding way to share your love for Laurelwood by helping
lead groups of visitors through the gardens.
Please email: [email protected]
SUMMER SOLSTICE PHOTO WALK
June 21
Friday – 5:00pm
Join us as we explore the most photogenic parts of Laurelwood Arboretum and capture wonderful
images along the way. Tour led by Dawn Healey of the Essex Photo Club and FOLA. Bring camera
with charged battery and memory card. Tripod optional. Rain cancels.
Free for FOLA members/non- members $15.
DEER RESISTANT BY DESIGN
June 27 Thursday – 4:00pm
Cynthia Rauch, Green Goods Manager/Design Consultant for Max Is Back Home and Garden
Center, Perennial Plant Association member, discusses the best perennials and techniques to make
your garden deer resistant by design.
Free for FOLA members/ non-members $15.
-- Bonnie Joachim
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LOVELY LADY SLIPPER
This is a photo of Susan Horesta‘s (MG class of 2013) Lady Slipper. Just Lovely!
DEER REPELLANT SPRAY RECIPE
2 Tbsp. Cayenne Pepper
 2 Tbsp. Mineral Oil
 2 Tbsp. Laundry Detergent
 1 Raw Egg
 1 Qt. Water
1. Mix all ingredients to form concentrate
2. Fill sprayer with 3 oz. of concentrate to every quart of water
3. Spray on flowers and shrubs every of couple weeks or after any soaking rain, to protect them from being
eaten by deer and other animals.
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IT REALLY WORKS
-- Diane Behlen
GREAT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
NJBG/Skylands needs help. The tree peony garden and the azalea garden need one or two volunteers to
visit weekly to care for the areas.
-- Edith Wallace
2013 MEETING DATES
Board Meeting Dates
General Meeting Dates
(3rd Wednesday - 6:45 pm)
(4th Tuesday - 7 pm)
June 19, Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20
June 25, Sept. 24, Oct. 22, Nov. 26
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MEMORIAL DAY IN THE IRIS GARDENS
-- photos courtesy of Edith Wallace
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ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL PLANT SALE
The Plant Sale Committee would like to congratulate and thank all our members for the huge
success of our plant sale. So many people contributed time and plants to make the day
possible. Success can not only be measured in our profits (a little over $3,000) but in the
camaraderie at this event. We would also like to thank Skip Bartlett of Bartlett's Greenhouses &
Florist in Clifton who generously humored us during the shopping spree, grew our tomatoes, and
donated hanging baskets; Chris Rubino of Monrovia who donated many fine shrubs; and Todd
Kuehm of Farms View in Wayne who also grew tomatoes for us. Thanks to our 'Sharp Men' who
provided live entertainment with the lawnmower demonstration and equipment sharpening. Our best
customers have always been ourselves and we hope you will have success with your new plants.
-- Jill Hanifan
Jill Hanifan, Mari Striegel, Carol Vacca, & Jo-Ann Pituch
WHICH BITTERSWEET SHOULD YOU PREFER?
Oriental bittersweet is a vigorously growing vine that climbs over and smothers vegetation which
may die from excessive shading or breakage. When bittersweet climbs high up on trees the
increased weight can lead to uprooting and blow-over during high winds and heavy snowfalls. In
addition, Oriental bittersweet is displacing our native American bittersweet (Celastrus scandens)
through competition and hybridization. (from NPS.gov/plants/alien)
-- Edith Wallace
Oriental Bittersweet
American Bittersweet
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June 2013
BLOSSOM TOURS
Sponsored by Strawberry Blossom
and Ploch’s
Itinerary
Leaving Strawberry Blossom @ 8:00am
Arriving at Longwood Gardens @ 11:00am
Leaving Longwood Gardens @ 6:00pm
Longwood Gardens
Arriving at Strawberry Blossom @ 9:00pm
Enjoy the gardens at your own pace;
Longwood Gardens covers many acres. It
takes about 1 1/2 hours to walk the entire 20
room conservatory. To walk the 20 outdoor
gardens takes about 2-3 hours. The Heritage
Exhibit in the Pierce-Du Pont house takes
about 1/2 an hour.
Electric scooters ($15.00) and wheelchairs
($4.00) are available for rent.
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Thursday, June 27th, 2013
Private Barbecue Buffett will be served at 4pm.
$125.00
Experience the world of Longwood Gardens...a
place of dazzling displays that elevate the art of
horticulture... a place to enjoy performances
that inspire...a place to watch majestic fountains
spring to life...a place to relax and reconnect
with nature.
Call Strawberry Blossom for information and to
make your reservation.
973.694.7500
SEATING IS LIMITED
JOIN US AT THE PICNIC
Date: Thursday, July 11th
Place: Bloomingdale Senior Center
Rear Parking Area
103 Hamburg Turnpike
Bloomingdale, NJ
MGAPC will provide paper goods, beverages, and super sandwiches. If your last name begins with A-H
please bring a dessert, I-R a salad, and S-Z an appetizer. Please bring enough to serve 8 people.
Bloomingdale Senior Center is on Hamburg Turnpike between Star Lake Road and 2nd Avenue. Come rain
or shine. RSVP to Jo-Ann Pituch at 973-305-5740.
Back by popular demand is the ATLANTIC CITY PLANT EXCHANGE. Here are the rules of the game.
1. Bring a nicely potted plant or garden related item to donate and $1.00 to enter. For this you will receive a
ticket.
2. If you cannot bring an item but want to participate bring $5.00 to enter.
Drawings will be held for the plants and other prizes throughout the picnic. Additional tickets will be for sale.
Rule might change as we go along.
-- Jill Hanifan
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SUMMER SAFETY TIPS
Dress to Protect: Prevent exposure to harmful chemicals, insects, and the sun
by wearing the proper clothing, and safety equipment. Use an insect repellant
and sunscreen with sun protective factor (SPF) 15 or higher, and both UVA and
UVB protection. Always check your clothes and body for ticks. Wear a hat with a
wide rim to shade the face, head, ears, and neck.
Know Your Limits in the Heat: Schedule outdoor activities carefully, and pace
yourself. Use common sense.
Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water. Avoid beverages with alcohol and drinks
high in sugar, and stay away from caffeinated and carbonated beverages.
Put Safety First: Be aware of possible hazards to prevent injury. Read all
instructions and labels beforeusing chemicals and operating equipment. Limit
distractions while using equipment.
Get Vaccinated: Remember that tetanus lives in soil and all adults should get a tetanus vaccination every 10
years.
Keep Your Yard Clear: Remove any items that may collect standing water, such as buckets, old tires, and
toys. Mosquitoes can breed in them within days. Clearing trees and brush in your yard can reduce the
likelihood that deer, rodents, and ticks will live there.
Enjoy the Benefits of Physical Activity: Active people are less likely than inactive people to be obese or
have high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, heart disease, stroke, depression, colon cancer,
and premature death. Adults should get 2½ hours per week of physical activity.
Persons with Disabilities and Physical Activity: Engage in regular physical activity based on abilities and
avoid inactivity. Adults with disabilities should consult their health care provider about the amounts and types
of physical activity that are appropriate for their abilities. Physical activity can reduce pain and improve
function, mood, and quality of life for adults with arthritis.
-- Elaine Fogerty
Visit us on the web at www.mgapc.org.
Contributors: Elaine Fogerty, Jill Hanifan, Regina Imperato, Bonnie Joachim, and Edith Wallace
Editor: Regina Imperato
Send articles for next month’s Green Times to [email protected].
MGAPC Officers
Barbara Cook and Regina Imperato, co-Presidents
Anne Kahwaty and Kathryn Sauerborn, co-1st Vice-Presidents
Joan Riedl, 2nd Vice-President
Bill Lauber, Treasurer
Diane Behlen, Recording Secretary
Mary Jo Sichak, Corresponding Secretary
Ray Edel, past President
Cooperating Agencies: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and County Boards of Chosen Freeholders. Rutgers Cooperative Extension, a unit
of the Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station, is an equal opportunity program provider and employer.
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CHRISTOPHER RUBINO
SALES
Horticultural Craftsman since 1994
Cell: 862-686-1778
[email protected]
[email protected]
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