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HOME & LIVING TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021 THE OBSERVER & BAKER CITY HERALD — 3B GARDENING “It is unrealistic to expect that you can attain a pest-free garden. The best we can do is to plant landscaping material that will draw in the benefi cial insects.” Continued from Page 1B Drastic pruning of trees or shrubs also stimulates the growth of suc- culent suckers. A classic example of applying inte- grated pest management techniques was documented in South Carolina. Over 300 acres of tomatoes were suffering plant damage and crop loss despite the weekly spraying of insecticides to rid the plants of the tomato hornworm. It took several years for agricul- ture agents to convince the farmers to stop the weekly spraying. Through observation, documentation and research, it was discovered the spraying had been more effective at killing the tomato hornworm’s sworn enemy, a tiny parasitic wasp. A year without spraying revived the wasp population, reduced the hornworms, saved money and boosted yields. It is unrealistic to expect that you can attain a pest-free garden. The best we can do is to plant landscap- ing material that will draw in the benefi cial insects. There may be times that you fi nd it necessary to spray. Choose the least toxic product on the market and, most impor- tantly, follow the directions. If it ad- vises not to spray within a specifi c temperature range, then don’t spray even though it may be more conve- nient for you. The consequence is The Bulletin, File Growing an organic garden in raised beds. likely that you will burn the plant. Lock out the bad guys. A sheet of fl oating row cover creates a nontoxic barrier to the white cabbage moth attacking your cabbage, kale and broccoli. The white cabbage moth can wreak havoc in the garden. Nasturtiums are said to act as a decoy plant that the moth will lay their eggs on instead of the bras- sica family of vegetables. The benefi cial insects that we need to encourage include green lacewings, ladybugs, hoverfl ies, parasitic wasps and tachinid fl ies. This list is just a few of the good guys. Do research at the library or on the internet and learn how to identify benefi cials so you can claim bragging rights to being able to draw them into your garden. Although not considered a major benefi cial, even the dreaded yellow jacket, in addition to being some- what of a pollinator, has value in feeding on garden pests. A few basic plant suggestions might include fern-leaf yarrow that attracts all the above except for the tachinid fl y. The common yarrow attracts all but the lacewing. Dill attracts all but the tachinid fl y. Golden marguerite attracts all the above. White sensation cosmos, Queen Anne’s lace, buckwheat, fennel, lemon balm, parsley, lemon gem marigold tansy and crimson thyme are valuable in attracting benefi cial insects. The common dandelion that everyone feels so compelled to get rid of has value as one of the earliest pollinators, in addition to attracting lacewings and ladybugs. More than one plant of a variety needs to be planted. You need to think in terms of clusters, not straight row plantings. You may feel that your garden is going to look chaotic with fl owers intermin- gling with vegetables, but think of the good you will be doing by eliminating chemical sprays. C LASSIFIEDS Published by The Observer & Baker City Herald - Serving Wallowa, Union and Baker Counties PLACING YOUR AD IS EASY...Union, Wallowa, and Baker Counties Phone La Grande - 541-963-3161 • Baker City - 541-523-3673 On-Line: www.lagrandeobserver.com www.bakercityherald.com One of the nicest things about classi- fied ads is their low cost. Another is the quick results. Try a classified ad today! Call 541-963-3161 or 541-523-3673 today to place your ad. 110 Announcements 110 Announcements 110 Announcements THE DEADLINE for placing a CLASSIFIED AD is 8:30 A.M. ONE BUSINESS DAY BEFORE PUBLICATION Publication Days: Tuesday,Thursday,Saturday To Place a Classified Ad Please email your contact information and the content to be included in the ad to: classifieds@bakercityherald.com If you are unable to email please call: Email: Classifieds@lagrandeobserver.com Classifieds@bakercityherald.com 110 Announcements Hospice & Pallative Care, LLC “Affirming life......every day, every time” PULL TABS ACCEPTED AT THE FOLLOWING BAKER CITY LOCATIONS ࢹBaker City Herald ࢹDollar Tree ࢹBlack’s Distributing ࢹRyder Bros ࢹVFW ࢹBaker Elk’s Lodge ࢹMain Event ࢹLefty’s Tap House ࢹLittle Bagel Shop ࢹBaker City Fire Dept. ࢹHaines Sell-Rite ࢹIdle Hour ࢹSalvation Army (541) 523-3673 Deadline for Classified Ads 8:30 AM one day prior to publication TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021 110 Announcements CRUISE THROUGH classified when you’re in the market for a new or used car. VOLUNTEER doing what you love! Volunteering is so rewarding and a great way to contribute to your community. If you would like to volunteer a little, a lot, or once in awhile, go to www.gohospice.com and fill out a volunteer application If you need assistance contact: Lori at 541.524.7688 114 Self-Help Group Meetings AA MEETINGS Wednesday Nights, 7-8:15pm. Fort Union Grange Hall, corner of McAlister & Gekeler Lanes. For more info, call 541-786-1222 AL-ANON Attitude of Gratitude. Wednesdays, 12:15-1:30pm. Faith Lutheran Church. 12th & Gekeler, La Grande. 541-786-2051 NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Monday, Thursday, & Friday at 8pm. Episcopal Church 2177 First St. Baker City Drug Problem? We can help! Narcotics Anonymous Phone: 541-805-2229 www.neo-na.org T.O.P.S. Meets every Tuesday Morning 8:30 a.m.-10 a.m. LDS Church in Island City. Fragrance Free Group CELEBRATE RECOVERY 114 Self-Help Group Meetings 114 Self-Help Group Meetings AL-ANON, Cove. Keep coming back. Mondays, 7-8pm. Calvary Baptist Church. 707 Main, Cove. Someone’s drinking a problem? AL-ANON Meetings available by phone Info for Baker City Meetings Call: 541-523-5851 or 541-239-7323 AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP (Support for family & friends of Alcoholics) Tuesday evenings Joseph Methodist Church (basement on northside) Joseph, OR 6-7pm. Contact 541-398-1398 OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Tues., Noon - 1 PM (Weather Permitting) Geiser Pollman Park Baker City Call: 541-540-5326 -or- 541-523-5128 Please Leave a Message OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS NEW MEETING ROOM! During the COVID-19 Social Distancing the meetings are held by telephone. Fridays @ 8:45 AM For Information Call 541-523-5128 Leave a Message BAKER COUNTY AA MEETINGS BAKER CITY MONDAYS Survivor’s Group 12 -1:00 pm Baker Presbyterian Church 1995 4th St. (4th & Court, Side Door) TUESDAYS K.I.S.S. (Keep it Simple Sister) 12 - 1:00 pm 1645 Eldon St. Eldon Court Apts Community Room Calvary Baptist Church Third & Broadway Baker City, OR EVERY THURSDAY 6:15 - 8:00 PM WEDNESDAYS Survivor’s Group 12:05 pm Baker Presbyterian Church 1995 4th St. (4th & Court, Side Door) DO YOU HAVE.... HURTS, HABITS and/or HANG UPS? 12 Step Biblical Support Harvest Church 3720 Birch St. Baker City Thurs., 6:30 - 8:30 PM THURSDAYS Survivor’s Group 12:05 pm Baker Presbyterian Church 1995 4th St. (4th & Court, Side Door) FIND IT IN THE CLASSIFIED ADS NEW MEETING Huntington Christian Center Thursday’s 7pm 595 E Monroe Street Huntington, OR Whatever you're looking for, classified ads can help. LA GRANDE NOW HAS A GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS MEETING! Every Friday Night @5pm, 2107 Gekeler Ln, LG, Church of Christ basement. For more info please call 971-219-8411 NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Goin’ Straight Group Meetings: Mon., Tues. Thurs. & Fri. Start at 8 PM Episcopal Church Basement 2177 1st Street, Baker City PEOPLE with PARKINSON’S Caregivers, Family, Friends SUPPORT GROUP Contact Judith at 208-855-9199 Meetings resume @GRH when restrictions ease. DEADLINES: LINE ADS: Tuesday: :30am Monday Thursday: :30 am Wednesday Saturday: :30 am Friday DISPLAY ADS: 2 Days Prior to Publication Date FRIDAYS Been There Done That (Grapevine Meeting) 5:30 -6:30 pm 2970 Walnut (Corner of “D” & Grove St.) Grove Apts. Community Rm A.A. Book Study 6:00 - 7:00 pm SATURDAYS As Bill Sees It Group 10:00 am 2970 Walnut (Corner of “D” & Grove St.) Grove Apts. Community Rm SUNDAYS Been There Done That 5:30 pm 2970 Walnut (Corner of “D” & Grove St.) Grove Apts. Community Rm Questions call AA Hotline: 541-624-5117 www.oregonaadistrict29.org AL-ANON Meetings are in person with social distancing Help for persons who have been affected by someone else’s drinking Saturday, 9 a.m. NOCC - Nazarene Church 1250 Hughes Ln. ࢨ Baker City (541)519-7227 or (541)239-7323 WALLOWA COUNTY AA MEETINGS Enterprise MONDAYS ࢹ Enterprise Group 7:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. TUESDAYS ࢹEnterprise Group 12 - 1:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. ࢹ Enterprise Group 7 - 8:00 pm (Big Bk Study) 113.5 E Main St. WEDNESDAYS ࢹ Enterprise Group 7:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. THURSDAYS ࢹ Enterprise Group 12 - 1:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. ࢹ All Saints (Mens Mtg) 7:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. ࢹ Grapevine Meeting 301 S. Lake; 5:30 pm FRIDAYS ࢹ Enterprise Group 7:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. SATURDAYS ࢹ Enterprise Group 7:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. City of Joseph MONDAYS ࢹ Grace and Dignity (Womans Mtg) Joseph United Methodist Church; 6:00 pm 301 S. Lake St, Corner 3rd & Lake/Side Stairs, Lake St WEDNESDAYS ࢹ Grace and Dignity (Womans Mtg) 12 pm 301 S. Lake St., Church Basement City of Wallowa SUNDAYS ࢹ Church of Christ 504 w. 2nd St.; 5:00 pm SATURDAYS ࢹ Church of Christ 504 w. 2nd St.; 12:00 pm Questions call AA Hotline: 541-624-5117 www.oregonaadistrict29.org
