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Cuttings
News of note for the gardener.
By JUDY STARK
Published July 29, 2006
Gardeners' accessories After a hard day in the garden, your hands deserve some therapy. New from the Thymes: the Gardener Collection, a variety of soothing balms scented like fresh-cut grass and pink peppercorns. Lavender oil takes the sting out of insect bites; sage heals scratches. The line includes hand cream and lotion, cuticle cream, hand scrub and wash, soap pebbles, lip balm and a candle, priced from $4 to $32. Find a retailer near you at www.thymes.com, or call toll-free 1-800-366-4071. Give furniture a facial Is the outdoor furniture looking a little beat up at midsummer? Take these tips from Hampton Bay, a line of furniture from Home Depot: * Prevent stains. Keep furniture away from foliage and trees. Some barks and oils (oak and palm, for example) can stain. Fade- and stain-resistant fabrics such as Sunbrella on chair cushions also help.* Clean carefully. Use a pressure washer (keep the setting low) to get rid of caked-on dirt on PVC or wrought-iron furniture, a damp cloth to wipe off legs and bases of metal chairs and tables, and a soft brush, with a mixture of mild soap and warm water, to clean cushions and seating areas. Bleach is too harsh and generally should be avoided. If necessary to remove mildew stains, use a well-diluted solution of bleach and water.* Protect. For teak furniture, apply an oil designed for treating teak. For all other woods, use a polyurethane-based wax made especially for outdoor durability. Protect metals from developing rust by polishing them with wax. Your order, please You want catalogs? We'll get you catalogs. A terrific list of gardening catalogs - seeds, supplies, accessories, furniture - is at www.backyardgardener.com/shed/index.html. - Compiled by Homes editor JUDY STARK
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