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"Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" From idea to HORII OIT: lot these area businesses help you with all your "home and garden needs this spring. WATCH FOR OUR GREATLY EXPANDED GARDEN CENTER OPENING SOON! Buying The Best Grass Trimmer --Most homeowners can make their gardening tasks easier by investing in a quality trimmer--one that will last for years, not just the season. Trimmers are one of the most versatile helpers around your yard. They are durable and make fast work of trimming around foundations, sidewalks, driveways, fences, trees, and shrubs. They can even be used for mowing small open grassy areas. In a recent article published in Pro Magazine Stihl trimmers rated higher than other brands in overall product quality and reliability, innovative features, performance, and value. When you finally decide to buy a durable, long- lasting trimmer, you should start by going to a servicing outdoor power equipment dealer. The dealer will: e Advise you on the proper tool for .your purposes. e Completely demonstrate the various uses and benefits of the product. e Fully assemble the trimmer. e Explain correct starting and handling procedures. ¢ Instruct you on correct upkeep and maintenance. e Explain warranty procedures. e Be available to you in the future for information, maintenance, parts, accessories, and replacement nylon line. When choosing a gas- powered trimmer Stihl recommends that you look for: e Easy access to all engine controls. e A well-balanced, lightweight trimmer with good power to weight ratio. e An easy access air filter for simple maintenance. e Electronic ignition components for easy starting and extra power. (Stihl models come with a lifetime ignition warranty.) One last thing: always remember to carefully read and follow the directions in your owner's manual before you operate any power tool. WE'LL BE OFFERING A HUGE SELECTION OF INSTOCK SPRING GARDEN ROSE BUSHES ,BEDDING PLANTS 8 SEEDLINGS. ALL FERTILIZERS, LAWN SEEDS AND GARDEN ACCESSORIES (INCLUDING BBQ ACCESSORIES) WILL BE PRICED TO HELP YOU GET STARTED ON YOUR LAWN, GARDEN OR PATIO PROJECT. IT'S NEVER TO EARLY TO DIG IN! zehrs FOOD PLUS Store: 852-1212 EXTENDED HOURS - EASY HIGHWAY ACCESS - LOTS OF PARKING Hwy. 475., Uxbridge Monday to Saturday &am - 9pm, Sunday 9am - 6pm R K E is SHEED: land, 05) 357- x ince io aN Bs Green Ash 45 mm cal. (1 %4") 50 mm cal. (2") Regular $105.00 Regular $137.50 From April 5th to May 31st. Less 25% Less 25% n $4 039° $7 80° Sugar Maple 40% OFF 50 mm cal. (2"") Reg. $225.00 Now 135° Above sale prices until May 11th . or whila quantities las Greenba Fruit Trees 80% OIFIF In-stock varieties only Reg. $22.50 - $23.50 Now *16* * ~. Above sale prices until April 20th only. Globe Maple 35% OF BE Now *1007° Above sale prices until May 11th only. 50 mm cal. (2") Reg. $155.00 Located on NE corners of Hwys. 12 & 47 Make Gardening More Fun --Looking for a fun way to learn more about gardening all year-round? Some horticulture experts suggest starting out with the "Tomato Tree," a fun houseplant which produces tomatoes up to five months a year--year after year. Easy to tend and delicious to eat, these fruit-laden plants can grow up to 10-feet-tall! The Secret? The bigger the pot, the bigger the plant. Also available is a tomato starter kit called "Big Red." Included in the kit are: two grow containers, "growing" mix and hybrid seeds. Fun to grow and quick to produce, six plants 100 pounds of fruit. Just add water. could yield as much as: in ALT AN gl GEER aS (ESC Se MEL ay iE ah de le AE aR al cle Ne Ae A os fi yy me. EB ..