Lakeshore Advance, 2013-05-15, Page 19Wednesda Ma 15, 2013 • Lakeshore Advance 19
1ecttkaFsafetytips for
opening the cottage
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(NC) --The Victoria Day long weekend is the unof leW tit
of the cottage season - and since the fret trip after a long
winter usually means there's a lot to do here's a handy
checklist of some electrical safety things to watch for.
• Inspect the power line. If a wire is down on the ground, stay
at least one bus length away and call Hydro One's power
emergency line immediately at 1.800-434-1235.
• Check your elecMeity meter for damage. Call Hydro One
(1-888-.664-9396) if there is daamn�aaggee
• Look at interior wiring for vlelblesigns of gnawing from
animals. If wiring is damaged, tum off the dreuit breaker or
remove the fuse to that circuit and call an electrician to
arrange for repairs.
• Check electrical cords and plugs for damage. Never use
cords that are wom or damaged.
• Pill your water tank before switching the power on to avoid
damage to your water heater element.
• Keep all branch circuits In the off position until you have
opened the main switch. Then, energize individual circuits
4111•one at a time.
1 • Make sure tree branches are trimmed well away from your
power line to avoid unnecessary power outages and safety
hazards. Always hire a qualified contractor to prune trees
near your power line. Hydro One will disconnect the power
supply to your property once a yew; at no charge, so that any
maintenance along or near your power line can be
performed safety.
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(N(:) Not only does growing your own produce allow
you to save on fresh, organic' produce, but edible plants
grow In a variety of shapes, colours and textures enabling
you to cultivate a landscape that is as unique as you are.
Lowe's Seasonal Plants Expert harry O'I lalloran provides
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for your garden,
• Most (but not all) vegetable and fruit plants require full
sunlight- at least 4-6 hours/day
• Full sun vegetables and fruist that grow on the vine
generally produce the most colour. Consider and assort-
ment of hell peppers, eggplant, !lot !louse 'Tomatoes,
strawberries, and blueberries
• Cool -season plants such as cabbage, kale, spinach,
broccoli, cauliflower, peas, and beans are versatile and
can tolerate some shade
• Vegetables and fruits will not grow in full shade
• Salad greens make for great edging plants as they are
Tush in colour and foliage.
• For small spaces- window boxes, hanging baskets, potted
plants, and raised garden beds are versatile and can
allow for great growing.
• Need shade? Consider planting a fruit tree in your yard.
Apple, peach, pear, or apricot varieties are all great
choices for Canadian climate and produce beautiful
flowers. Keep in mind that falling fruit can be messy, and
could attract pests such as flies and bees.
• '1'o control pests, plant garlic bulbs sporadically through-
out your garden. This will help ward off spiders, flies, and
slugs.
• if you love flowers, consider growing edible varieties
such as Pansy's, l3orage, or even Squash.
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