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Wednesday, April 24, 2013 A Special Publication of the Turlock Journal and Ceres Courier

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Spring plantingFind out how to get the maximum from your vegetable garden and annual plantings from experts at The Greenery

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Creative bouquetsYou can make unique flower arrangements out of anything, says floriculture specialist Dorothy Hooper

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The perfect living spaceThe pros at Jaureguy’s can help you transform colors, fabrics and furniture into amazing homes

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(Family Features) The do-it-yourself movement in home improvement contin-ually grows stronger as a way for people to update their homes while saving mon-ey. Fueled by home-improvement shows and popular inspiration sites like Pinter-est, homeowners nationwide are looking to get their homes in great shape and most likely increase their market value at the same time.

If you’re one of those DIYers ready to get to work, you need to make sure you have the right tools for the job — no mat-ter what that job is. Here are some sugges-tions on the latest technology and prod-ucts in home improvement to help you get the job done quicker and more efficiently, leaving more time to relax and enjoy your hard work.

You can find project guides, how-to vid-eos, and buying guides for tools and more at www.homedepot.com/howto.

Painting PrepRepainting a room is a quick, inexpen-

sive home project that can make a dramat-ic difference. Before getting started, take time to choose the right paint, the right tools and to do the proper prep work.

Preparing a room for painting involves more than taping fixtures and trim and moving furniture. It’s important to make repairs and clean and prime the walls be-fore applying that first coat. Pre-gummed fiberglass repair tapes and premixed patching compounds allow you patch and paint in the same day. For an older home, wash walls with a trisodium phosphate solution and a sponge.

Traditional brushes and rollers are tried and true, but the newest technological in-novation on the market can speed up the process. A cordless paint sprayer, such as the Ryobi 18 Volt ONE+ ProTip Speed Sprayer, has a long-lasting, lightweight lithium-ion battery, a reversible spray tip that rotates to clear clogs quickly, and sprays latex paint as well as stain.

Organizing Your LifeCloset and garage organization systems

increase the amount of usable storage space by using vertical space. Hanging rods, shelves and drawers are arranged to take advantage of every inch of space.

The key to installing these items is being able to get into corners and tough angles. For working in tight spaces, a right-angle drill can be useful. The use of power tools with lithium-ion batteries, as opposed to traditional ni-cad batteries, can make the job easier — the tools are lighter, the batteries last four times longer, and the charge doesn’t fade so you have power for the entire job.

Cabinet FaceliftKitchen cabinets can reflect the age of

your kitchen with the wear and tear of daily use over time. But a few simple, cost-effective tweaks using the right tools can make your cabinets look new again.

By updating cabinet doors and replac-ing or installing drawer pulls and other hardware, you can change the look of your kitchen without the time and ex-pense of a complete remodel.

Renewing the DeckCleaning and brightening a deck is

a simple way to improve your outdoor space. Old paint and stain should be scraped off the wood, and then the wood should be sanded. A stiff-bristle brush should be used to remove any flaking stain or dirt. For pressure-treated decks, an or-bital sander can smooth out rough areas on deck boards, railings or stair treads.

Before cleaning and refinishing a deck, you need to check posts, supports and decking for loose, weak or damaged areas, then replace or repair as needed. To han-dle long or large screws and bolts, an im-pact driver gives you power and control. Once the deck is clean and secure, a new stain or paint may be applied. Whatever finish is chosen should be rated for out-door use, deck surfaces and UV inhibitors.

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BY NANCY ANGELTurlock Journal

Many of us are hopeless when it comes to decorating our homes. We’ve all heard horror stories about home projects gone badly. We can’t decide which furniture to choose, what color scheme to work with, how to best use the features and rooms in our home. For help with pulling together the look and design of living spaces many turn to professional designers and decora-tors, who have the skills to transform colors, fabrics and furniture into amazing homes.

According to Eric Jergenson from Jau-reguy’s Paint and Decorating, the first step is to develop a design plan that incor-porates the function and style the home-owner wants to achieve.

“A design plan can consist of photos torn out of magazines, pictures of homes you like, sketches you have created, or even detailed plans drawn by a designer or architect,” said Jergenson. “Make a list of your wants and expectations and be re-alistic about the cost.”

Since most homeowners don’t build or

remodel on a regular basis, determining styles, estimating costs, and understand-ing what is involved in a remodel can be a challenge for many people. Using an inte-rior designer is one way to integrate style with the building process.

While many people use the terms “decorator” and “interior designer” int¬erchangeably, these are actually two very different professions.

“An interior designer is just a decora-tor,” said Jergenson. “They are involved with construction on a regular basis, and can help the client avoid costly mistakes. A professional designer will help coordinate color selections, provide space planning

and coordinate fixtures, finishes, and appli-ances to fit your design plan and budget.”

A good interior design brings together all the decorating elements in a home. Constant communication with the client is key to designing the perfect home, said Jaureguy’s decorator Erin Cockrell.

“It’s important to choose a contractor that you are comfortable working with,” said Cockrell. “There has to be constant communication between both so the ideas can come into place. As decorators, we are here to facilitate the designing process so it won’t be a daunting but rather plea-surable experience.”

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If a tree is securely on your property, in the eyes of the law you are responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of that tree. You could be found negligent for not at-tending to the pruning of trees that might block visibility of streets, driveways, and sidewalks. The common rule of thumb is that a homeowner should consider them-selves responsible for tending to any trees that could cause harm to a neighbor’s home or person.

A Dangerous Tree Needs a Proactive

ApproachHomeowners cannot simply plead igno-

rance to the condition of the trees on their property to escape liability in the case of tree failure. To understand a homeowner’s liability in this situation, one must first un-derstand what an “act of God” is. “An act of God” might best be described by “Arbo-riculture and the Law” as an issue that oc-curred as a result of “totally natural causes, which could not be prevented against by the actions of any particular individual.” If the home owner could have prevented the damage through regular checks and maintenance of the trees on his property, it could be concluded that the property own-er on which the tree was situated could be held liable.

When a Tree Comes Between NeighborsAt times, a tree grows beyond the yard

it was originally planted in, and limbs and root systems spread to an adjoining prop-erty. These can cause damage to side-walks, driveways, garages, rooftops, and sewage and drainage pipes. Do neighbors

have the right to take matters into their own hands and remove such nuisances? According to the law, they do.

In most cases, courts have decided in favor of a neighbor being able to remove portions of trees that may not be planted on their property but have limbs or roots that reach across property lines. Courts have determined that a landowner owns all the space above and below his prop-erty, and if something invades either of those areas, it is his right to remove it.

Protect Your TreesIf your trees or landscape are damaged,

ISA recommends that you:• Contactyourhomeowner’sinsurance

company.• Havetheinsurancecompanysenda

professional tree and landscaping apprais-er out to your property immediately after the damage has occurred.• Havetheappraiserdetermineyourfi-

nancial loss, including the cost of removal and repair.• ContactalocalISACertifiedArbor-

ist if repair or replacement is needed.Just as you would with any other valu-

able asset, document your investment in landscaping to help establish its worth. ISA suggests taking pictures of trees and plants while they are healthy to make in-surance processing simpler with “before and after” examples.

Consulting an ArboristWhile there are generalities in the law

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BY BROOKE BORBATurlock Journal

Flower bouquets can bring the sights and smells of springtime into any home, no mat-ter the weather outside.

Margaret Hooper, former owner of Nature’s Own Florist in Modesto, believes that a little creativity is the key difference between a bor-ing bouquet and an extravagant arrangement.

Not only is Hooper a retired florist, but she comes from a long line of gardeners and agriculturalists including nine aunts who were all named after flowers. Hooper’s mother, who was the previous owner and florist of the family business, married a nursery man.

Dorothy Hooper’s excellence in floristry did not end there. She taught local students at Modesto Junior College, and was previ-ously a Master Judge for the State of Cali-fornia. Both spouses were also superinten-dents of the Floriculture Department at the Stanislaus County Fair for 14 years, before eventually giving up their stations.

“I was simply raised into it,” said Hooper. “And you can’t turn your back when you are presented with that kind of knowledge.”

Despite her infatuation for flowers, Hooper did not like running her mother’s business, and eventually opted out in Janu-ary, after running the business for 35 years. It was her hope to reach a broader audience, to showcase at local clubs, and re-immerse herself in constructing arrangements.

“You don’t have to buy flowers to make your bouquet pretty,” said Hooper. “Use basic flowers from your garden as fillers, or focal features. You can open your cup-boards and find anything to put flowers in. All you need to do is make arrangements to go along with them.”

Hooper demonstrated her capabilities at a Turlock Garden Club meeting earlier this month. Objects such as tea cups, earrings, beads, and even children’s play things were used in her arrangements to add an element of personality.

“You can really make an arrangement out of anything,” said Hooper. “Cham-pagne glasses, empty baskets, or even scraps of lace and fabric. They all work if you just play with them a little.”

One of the arrangements that garnered the most attention from the membership was a beach bucket used to house a floral

arrangement, courtesy of Hooper’s grand-son. A small shovel and pail were on either side, resting on the lid just above the packed dirt. In this feature, she showcased the im-portance of not throwing anything away.

“Mossy branches, birches, are becoming more and more popular. It is important to nev-er throw away these assets. Just because they don’t look pretty by themselves doesn’t mean that they will not work in an arrangement.”

Hooper also acknowledged the impor-tance of conditioning flowers, and states that the best time to cut flowers is at the end of the day, specifically if it is sunny. Accord-ing to her mother, that is when the flowers have built up a good carbohydrate supply throughout the day.

Though you can use anything to act as a vase for flowers, it is also important to scrub containers frequently with soap and wa-ter to destroy bacteria. Placing the ends of flowers in boiling water for a minute does the same thing as re-cutting stems under wa-ter, and expands the air in the stem tubs of the flowers so that water can rush up faster, keeping it fresh longer.

Though Hooper is no longer on hand for landscaping needs, she will always offer a

friendly word of advice for first time or vet-eran gardeners.

Hooper’s final floral lesson: keep it simple. “Pick a color and a flower and work with it.

Add in plants as you go. It is a growing pro-cess. Like flowers, we are always growing too.”

Creative bouquets can brighten a home

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Margaret Hooper shows how to use anything for arranging flowers — like a child’s bucket and shovel — during a Turlock Garden Club meeting.


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BY ADRIA AFFERINOThe Greenery Nursery & Garden Shop

Spring is finally here and “Spring Fever” is in the air! If you’re like me, you’re busy planting and planting and planting. Spring is when I fill every usable inch of soil with plants, much to the misery of my kids since it leaves very little dirt to play with! Edibles – Veggies, herbs, etc.Always amend and fertilize the soil thoroughly and as directed to reap the best harvest. To quote my coworker, Janet “If you want the maximum from your plants, don’t give them the minimum”. For more information on growing edibles, drop by The Greenery and talk to our talented staff.Annuals & PerennialsThis is the season that we plant an-

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The majority of Americans say that their yard is important to them. A recent U.S. Poll conducted by Harris Interac-tive for PLANET, found that 81 percent of those with a yard/landscape say the upkeep of their yard/landscape is impor-tant to the look of their home. Why is it so important? Showing pride was the No. 1 response (42 percent of those surveyed) followed by the desire to create a relaxing outdoor space (16 percent).

“Spring is a great time to channel the excitement about getting outside in the yard into working to lay the foundation for a healthy lawn that the family can enjoy all season,” said Norman Gold-enberg, Landscape Industry Certified, president of PLANET.

PLANET, the national trade associa-tion for landscape professionals, offers homeowners tips for getting a great start on caring for yards this spring.

• Test your soil. Test your soil once ev-ery few years to make sure it has the prop-er pH balance and mix of nutrients. You can usually get your soil tested at your state’s local agricultural extension office, or ask your lawn care or landscape profes-sional. You can also buy soil test kits at garden centers.

• Fertilize, but test first. The decision about whether or not to fertilize should be based on the nutrition requirements of your plant as well as soil conditions. First, determine your soil nutrient needs through testing, and if your soil does need nutri-

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oil has been changed. Also, drain last season’s fuel and use fresh gas. Read the operator’s manual for your mower. Make sure you understand all of its safety fea-tures prior to use.

• Don’t cut your grass too short, particu-larly for cool season grass. Taller grass re-sults in a deeper root system and a lawn that is less likely to encourage invasive weeds. It also protects your lawn from scorching.

Homeowners can consult with a lawn care professional to put together a program that ensures their lawns will be healthy and beautiful throughout the year. For more help from the pros including design tips, tips on creating sustainable landscapes, in-door plant tips and seasonal advice, log on to www.loveyourlandscape.com.

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Lawn care tips ......................................Page 4

Spring planting .....................................Page 5

Creative bouquets..................................Page 6

Trees and the law ..................................Page 7

The perfect design .................................Page 9

DIY project tips .....................................Page 10

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