The Grapevine

July, 2001

Dear Grapeviners:

The gardening situation in Union County has been quite challenging with the long period of rainfall we had. The improved conditions have certainly helped plants to recover and growth has been impressive. The long period of wet conditions will have a negative effect on all plants and trees throughout the summer as root conditions has certainly been affected. Plants and trees will likely be less tolerant to drought conditions due to the damage done to the roots by the wet conditions. We may still see a variety of diseases throughout the summer as a result of the wet conditions as well.

I hope you will plan to attend the Union County Garden Tour on July 15! The Master Gardeners have done a great job in working with homeowners on the tour. Plan to visit each of the stops and enjoy the fantastic gardens on the tour. You will find the tour enjoyable and you will also learn many new plants, landscaping techniques, and plant care tips that you will use in your lawn, garden, and landscape.

**In this Issue**
Label Directions Have a Purpose!	July Lawn Tips
Anthracnose on Shade Trees	Do Your Treens Have Storm Damage?
How to Care for Tree Wounds	Flower Gardening
Apple Fruit Drop is June Thing	Renovate Your Strawberry Bed
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