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Discarded Rug Used In Cantaloupe Patch
For several years we've had good results using a discarded rug in our cantaloupe patch. We start out by simply placing the rug over green grass. We cut a hole wherever we want to plant. Next, we dig out holes in the grass and fill them with loose soil. Then we put out plants from a nearby nursery. One time a heavy rain
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Discarded Rug Used In Cantaloupe Patch FARM HOME Miscellaneous 22-6-34 For several years we've had good results using a discarded rug in our cantaloupe patch. We start out by simply placing the rug over green grass. We cut a hole wherever we want to plant. Next, we dig out holes in the grass and fill them with loose soil. Then we put out plants from a nearby nursery. One time a heavy rain in August was a problem. The plants looked wilted - just like house plants do when they get too much water. They needed air. We solved the problem by pushing 2 by 4's under the rug, then lifting the 2 by 4's and placing a concrete block under them. It's a good idea to move the patch to a new location next year as insects can get to be a problem. Moving the patch helps keep them under control. (C.F. Marley, 26288 Oconee Rd., Nokomis, Il. 62075 ph 217 563-2588)
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