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These cormous perennials are grown for their showy spiked flowers, which open from the bottom upwards. Foliage is strap-like and vertical. Gladiolus look best when planted in large groups. It is common to stake them. Soil should be fertile and well drained and light may be full sun or partial shade. Hardy in zones 8-10, they may be planted in other areas as annuals or even protected with a thick layer of mulch. For best flowers, fertilize with a high potash fertilizer once spikes reach about 1/2 their height. If glads are not hardy in your area, remove them from the ground roughly 6 weeks after they have finished blooming. Separate the new corms from the old and throw the old ones away. If fungus is a problem in your area, you may want to treat corms with a fungicide prior to separating them.
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Cultivar: Purple StarFamily: Iridaceae
Size: Height: 0 ft. to 3 ft.
Width: 0 ft. to 0 ft.
Plant Category: annuals and biennials, bulbous plants, perennials,
Plant Characteristics:
Foliage Characteristics:
Flower Characteristics: long lasting,
Flower Color: purples,
Bloomtime Range: Early Summer to Mid Summer
USDA Hardiness Zone: 8 to 10
AHS Heat Zone: Not defined for this plant
Light Range: Part Sun to Full Sun
pH Range: 5.5 to 7.5
Soil Range: Sandy Loam to Clay Loam
Water Range: Normal to Moist
Plant Care
How-to : Fertilization for Annuals and PerennialsAnnuals and perennials may be fertilized using: 1.water-soluble, quick release fertilizers; 2. temperature controlled slow-release fertilizers; or 3. organic fertilizers such as fish emulsion. Water soluble fertilizers are generally used every two weeks during the growing season or per label instructions. Controlled, slow-release fertilizers are worked into the soil ususally only once during the growing season or per label directions. For organic fertilizers such as fish emulsion, follow label directions as they may vary per product.
Conditions : Full to Partial SunFull sunlight is needed for many plants to assume their full potential. Many of these plants will do fine with a little less sunlight, although they may not flower as heavily or their foliage as vibrant. Areas on the southern and western sides of buildings usually are the sunniest. The only exception is when houses or buildings are so close together, shadows are cast from neighboring properties. Full sun usually means 6 or more hours of direct unobstructed sunlight on a sunny day. Partial sun receives less than 6 hours of sun, but more than 3 hours. Plants able to take full sun in some climates may only be able to tolerate part sun in other climates. Know the culture of the plant before you buy and plant it!
Tools : Watering AidesNo gardener depends 100% on natural rainfall. Even the most water conscious garden appreciates the proper hose, watering can or wand.
- Watering Cans: Whether you choose plastic of galvanized makes no difference, but do look for generous capacity and a design that is balanced when filled with water. A 2 gallon can (which holds 18 lbs. of water) is preferred by most gardeners and is best suited for outdoor use. Indoor cans should be relatively smaller with narrower spouts and roses (the filter head).
- Watering Hose: When purchasing a hose, look for one that is double-walled, as it will resist kinking. Quick coupler links are nice to have on ends of hoses to make altering length fast. To extend the life of your hose, keep it wound around a reel and stored in a shady area. Prior to winter freezes, drain hose.
- Sprayers: Are commonly thought of as devices for applying chemicals, but can really be a step saver for watering houseplants or small pots of annuals rather that dragging out a hose or making numerous trips with a watering can. The backpack sprayer is best suited for this. Take care not to use any kind of chemical in tanks used for watering!
- Sprinklers: Attached to the ends of garden hoses, these act as an economical irrigation system. Standing Spike Sprinklers are usually intended for lawns and deliver water in a circular pattern. Rotating Sprinklers deliver a circle of water and are perfect for lawns, shrubs and flower beds. Pulse-jet sprinklers cover large areas of ground in a pulsating, circular pattern. The head usually sits up on a tall stem, except for when watering lawns. Oscillating sprinklers are best for watering at ground level in a rectangular pattern.
Conditions : Normal Watering for Outdoor Plants
Normal watering means that soil should be kept evenly moist and watered regularly, as conditions require. Most plants like 1 inch of water a week during the growing season, but take care not to over water. The first two years after a plant is installed, regular watering is important for establishment. The first year is critical. It is better to water once a week and water deeply, than to water frequently for a few minutes.
How-to : Preparing Garden BedsUse a soil testing kit to determine the acidity or alkalinity of the soil before beginning any garden bed preparation. This will help you determine which plants are best suited for your site. Check soil drainage and correct drainage where standing water remains. Clear weeds and debris from planting areas and continue to remove weeds as soon as they come up.
A week to 10 days before planting, add 2 to 4 inches of aged manure or compost and work into the planting site to improve fertility and increase water retention and drainage. If soil composition is weak, a layer of topsoil should be considered as well. No matter if your soil is sand or clay, it can be improved by adding the same thing: organic matter. The more, the better; work deep into the soil. Prepare beds to an 18 inch deep for perennials. This will seem like a tremendous amount of work now, but will greatly pay off later. Besides, this is not something that is easily done later, once plants have been established.
How-to : Planting Bulbs
Plant bulbs at a depth that is three times their height, and at least 1-1/2 bulb-widths apart. Work a little bone meal fertilizer into the bottom of your hole, and then place the bulb upright in the hole. The more pointed end is almost always the top. If you have trouble telling which is the top, look for evidence of where a stem or roots were last year. If in doubt, plant them sideways. Fill in with soil gently, making sure there are no rocks or clods that would impede the bulb's stem. When planting a great number of bulbs, dig out an area to the specified depth, place bulbs and replace soil. This ensures that ground has been properly prepared and bulbs are evenly spaced.
Plant bulbs in natural drifts rather that formal rows: bulbs can fail or be eaten, leaving holes in a formal arrangement, or will shift with freezing and thawing. If you have trouble with gophers or squirrels eating your bulbs, try sprinkling red pepper in the holes, covering the bulbs with chicken-wire, surround bulbs with sharp shards of gravel or other substance, or planting rodent-repelling bulbs like Fritillaria nearby.
How-to : Planting and Removing Annuals
When planting annuals, begin by preparing the soil. Rototill rotted compost, soil conditioner, pulverized bark, or even builders sand into the existing soil and rake it smooth. Annuals grow quickly, so space them as recommended on plant tags. Remove plants from their containers or packs gently, being sure to keep as much soil as you can around the root ball. If the rootball is tight, loosen it a bit by gently separating white, matted roots with your fingers or a pocket knife. Plant at the same depth they were in the containers. Gently fill in around the plants, providing support but not cutting off air to the roots. Water the plants well.
Through the season, be sure to fertilize for optimal performance. Take special care to cut back or completely remove any diseased plants, as soon as you see there is a problem. At the end of the season, be sure to remove all plants and their root balls. Rake the bed well to prepare it for the next season's planting.
How-to : Planting Perennials
Determine appropriate perennials for your garden by considering sun and shade through the day, exposure, water requirements, climate, soil makeup, seasonal color desired, and position of other garden plants and trees.
The best times to plant are spring and fall, when soil is workable and out of danger of frost. Fall plantings have the advantage that roots can develop and not have to compete with developing top growth as in the spring. Spring is more desirable for perennials that dislike wet conditions or for colder areas, allowing full establishment before first winter. Planting in summer or winter is not advisable for most plants, unless planting a more established sized plant.
To plant container-grown plants: Prepare planting holes with appropriate depth and space between. Water the plant thoroughly and let the excess water drain before carefully removing from the container. Carefully loosen the root ball and place the plant in the hole, working soil around the roots as you fill. If the plant is extremely root bound, separate roots with fingers. A few slits made with a pocket knife are okay, but should be kept to a minimum. Continue filling in soil and water thoroughly, protecting from direct sun until stable.
To plant bare-root plants: Plant as soon as possible after purchase. Prepare suitable planting holes, spread roots and work soil among roots as you fill in. Water well and protect from direct sun until stable.
To plant seedlings: A number of perennials produce self-sown seedlings that can be transplanted. You may also start your own seedling bed for transplanting. Prepare suitable planting holes, spacing appropriately for plant development. Gently lift the seedling and as much surrounding soil as possible with your garden trowel, and replant it immediately, firming soil with fingertips and water well. Shade from direct sun and water regularly until stable.
How-to : Plant Bulbs
It's time to plant bulbs.
Pest : ThripsThrips are small, winged insects that attack many types of plants and thrive in hot, dry conditions (like heated houses). They can multiply quickly as a female can lay up to 300 eggs in a life span of 45 days without mating. Most of the damage to plants is caused by the young larvae which feed on tender leaf and flower tissue. This leads to distorted growth, injured flower petals and premature flower drop. Thrips also can transmit many harmful plant viruses.
Prevention and Control: keep weeds down and use screening on windows to keep them out. Remove or discard infested plants, keep them away from non-infested plants. Trap with yellow sticky cards or take advantage of natural enemies such as predatory mites. Sometimes a good steady shower of water will wash them off the plant. Consult your local garden center professional or county Cooperative extension office for legal chemical recommendations.
Pest : Spider Mites
Spider mites are small, 8 legged, spider-like creatures which thrive in hot, dry conditions (like heated houses). Spider mites feed with piercing mouth parts, which cause plants to appear yellow and stippled. Leaf drop and plant death can occur with heavy infestations. Spider mites can multiply quickly, as a female can lay up to 200 eggs in a life span of 30 days. They also produce a web which can cover infested leaves and flowers.
Prevention and Control: Keep weeds down and remove infested plants. Dry air seems to worsen the problem, so make sure plants are regularly watered, especially those preferring high humidity such as tropicals, citrus, or tomatoes. Always check new plants prior to bringing them home from the garden center or nursery. Take advantage of natural enemies such as ladybug larvae. If a miticide is recommended by your local garden center professional or county Cooperative Extension office, read and follow all label directions. Concentrate your efforts on the undersides of the leaves as that is where spider mites generally live.
Diseases : Bulb Rot
Improperly stored bulbs, or bulbs that are too wet in their dormant stage (usually summer), will be susceptible to fungal diseases that cause them to rot. To prevent this, store bulbs properly when out of the ground. Avoid planting bulbs in poorly drained soils. Fusarium bulb rot can be a serious problem which attacks both the growing plant and stored bulb. Usually introduced by an infected bulb, corm, soil, or even tools, the fungus enters the plant through an abrasion in the tissue. This problem is worse in warm climates where temperatures rarely drop into the freezing range and can persist in soil that stays 60 to 70 degrees Farenheit. Prevention and Control: Buy bulbs that are firm, not mushy. Avoid planting new bulbs in areas where the disease has been present. Unfortunately, there is no treatment for Fusarium bulb rot. Remove all infected bulbs and soil in the immediate area.
Pest : Aphids
Aphids are small, soft-bodied, slow-moving insects that suck fluids from plants. Aphids come in many colors, ranging from green to brown to black, and they may have wings. They attack a wide range of plant species causing stunting, deformed leaves and buds. They can transmit harmful plant viruses with their piercing/sucking mouthparts. Aphids, generally, are merely a nuisance, since it takes many of them to cause serious plant damage. However aphids do produce a sweet substance called honeydew (coveted by ants) which can lead to an unattractive black surface growth called sooty mold.
Aphids can increase quickly in numbers and each female can produce up to 250 live nymphs in the course of a month without mating. Aphids often appear when the environment changes - spring & fall. They're often massed at the tips of branches feeding on succulent tissue. Aphids are attracted to the color yellow and will often hitchhike on yellow clothing.
Prevention and Control: Keep weeds to an absolute minimum, especially around desirable plants. On edibles, wash off infected area of plant. Lady bugs and lacewings will feed on aphids in the garden. There are various products - organic and inorganic - that can be used to control aphids. Seek the recommendation of a professional and follow all label procedures to a tee.
Fungi : Leaf Spots
Leaf spots are caused by fungi or bacteria. Brown or black spots and patches may be either ragged or circular, with a water soaked or yellow-edged appearance. Insects, rain, dirty garden tools, or even people can help its spread.
Prevention and Control: Remove infected leaves when the plant is dry. Leaves that collect around the base of the plant should be raked up and disposed of. Avoid overhead irrigation if possible; water should be directed at soil level. For fungal leaf spots, use a recommended fungicide according to label directions.
How-to : Cut FlowersFlowers suitable for cutting maintain their form for several days when properly conditioned and placed in water or soaked oasis. A cut flower should have a fairly strong, long stem, making it easy to work with in arrangements. There are many short stem flowers that make good cut flowers too, but they look best when floated in a bowl or clustered and placed in a juice glass size vase.
For best results, always cut flowers early in the morning, preferably before dew has had a chance to dry. Always make cuts with a sharp knife or pruners and plunge flowers or foliage into a bucket of water. Store in a cool place until you are ready to work with them, this will keep flowers from opening. Always re-cut stems and change water frequently. Washing vases or containers to rid of existing bacteria helps increase their life, as well.
Glossary : Border Plant
A border plant is one which looks especially nice when used next to other plants in a border. Borders are different from hedges in that they are not clipped. Borders are loose and billowy, often dotted with deciduous flowering shrubs. For best effect, mass smaller plants in groups of 3, 5, 7, or 9. Larger plants may stand alone, or if room permits, group several layers of plants for a dramatic impact. Borders are nice because they define property lines and can screen out bad views and offer seasonal color. Many gardeners use the border to add year round color and interest to the garden.
Glossary : Low Maintenance
Low maintenance does not mean no maintenance. It does mean that once a plant is established, very little needs to be done in the way of water, fertilizing, pruning, or treatment in order for the plant to remain healthy and attractive. A well-designed garden, which takes your lifestyle into consideration, can greatly reduce maintenance.
Glossary : Sandy Loam
Sandy Loam refers to a soil that drains well, with excellent air space, and evenly crumbled texture when squeezed in the hand. A good workable garden soil that benefits from added fertilizer and proper watering. Dark gray to gray-brown in color.
Glossary : Loam
Loam is the ideal soil, having the perfect balance between particle size, air space, organic matter and water holding capacity. It forms a nice ball when squeezed in the palm of the hand, but crumbles easily when lightly tapped with a finger. Rich color ranges between gray brown to almost black.
Glossary : Clayey Loam
Clayey loam refers to a soil that retains moisture well, without having a drainage problem. Fertility is high and texture good. Easily forms a ball when squeezed in the hand, and then crumbles easily with a quick tap of the finger. Considered an ideal soil. Usually a rich brown color.
Glossary : Annual
An annual is any plant that completes its life cycle in one growing season.
Glossary : Bulbs
A bulb is a modified, underground stem.
Glossary : Perennial
Perennial: traditionally a non-woody plant that lives for two or more growing seasons.
Glossary : Long Lasting
Long Lasting: having blossoms that last for an extended period of time. Some plants may have the appearance of providing long lasting flowers because they are prolific, repeat bloomers.
Glossary : pH
pH, means the potential of Hydrogen, is the measure of alkalinity or acidity. In horticulture, pH refers to the pH of soil. The scale measures from 0, most acid, to 14, most alkaline. Seven is neutral. Most plants prefer a range between 5.5 and about 6.7, an acid range, but there are plenty of other plants that like soil more alkaline, or above 7. A pH of 7 is where the plant can most easily absorb the most nutrients in the soil. Some plants prefer more or less of certain nutrients, and therefore do better at a certain pH.
Glossary : Heat Zone
The 12 zones of the AHS Heat Zone map indicate the average number of days each year that a given region experiences ""heat days"" or temperatures over 86 degrees F(30 degrees Celsius). That is the point at which plants begin suffering physiological damage from heat. The zones range from Zone 1 (less than one heat day) to Zone 12 (more than 210 heat days). The AHS Heat Zone, which deals with heat tolerance, should not be confused with the USDA Hardiness Zone system which deals with cold tolerance. For example: Seattle, Washington has a USDA Hardiness Zone of 8, the same as Charleston, South Carolina; however Seattle's Heat Zone is 2 where Charleston's Heat Zone is 11. What this says is that winter temperature in the two cities may be similar, but because Charleston has significantly warmer weather for a longer period of time, plant selection based on heat tolerance is a factor to consider.
Glossary : Plant Characteristics
Plant characteristics define the plant, enabling a search that finds specific types of plants such as bulbs, trees, shrubs, grass, perennials, etc.
Glossary : Flower Characteristics
Flower characteristics can vary greatly and may help you decide on a ""look or feel"" for your garden. If you're looking for fragrance or large, showy flowers, click these boxes and possibilities that fit your cultural conditions will be shown. If you have no preference, leave boxes unchecked to return a greater number of possibilities.
Glossary : Foliage Characteristics
By searching foliage characteristics, you will have the opportunity to look for foliage with distinguishable features such as variegated leaves, aromatic foliage, or unusual texture, color or shape. This field will be most helpful to you if you are looking for accent plants. If you have no preference, leave this field blank to return a larger selection of plants.
Glossary : Soil Types
A soil type is defined by granule size, drainage, and amount of organic material in the soil. The three main soil types are sand, loam and clay. Sand has the largest particle size, no organic matter, little to no fertility, and drains rapidly. Clay, at the opposite end of the spectrum, has the smallest particle size, can be rich in organic matter, fertility and moisture, but is often unworkable because particles are held together too tightly, resulting in poor drainage when wet, or is brick-like when dry. The optimum soil type is loam, which is the happy median between sand and clay: It is high in organic matter, nutrient-rich, and has the perfect water holding capacity.
You will often hear loam referred to as a sandy loam (having more sand, yet still plenty of organic matter) or a clay loam (heavier on the clay, yet workable with good drainage.) The addition of organic matter to either sand or clay will result in a loamy soil. Still not sure if your soil is a sand, clay, or loam? Try this simple test. Squeeze a handfull of slightly moist, not wet, soil in your hand. If it forms a tight ball and does not fall apart when gently tapped with a finger, your soil is more than likely clay. If soil does not form a ball or crumbles before it is tapped, it is sand to very sandy loam. If soil forms a ball, then crumbles readily when lightly tapped, it's a loam. Several quick, light taps could mean a clay loam.
How-to : Getting the Most Out of Cut Flowers
Cut flowers bring the garden into your home. While some cut flowers have a long vase life, most are highly perishable. How cut flowers are treated when you first bring them home can significantly increase how long they last.
The most important thing to consider is getting sufficient water taken up into the cut stem. Insufficient water can result in wilting and short-lived flowers. Bent neck of roses, where the flower head droops, is the result of poor water uptake. To maximize water uptake, first re-cut the stems at an angle so that the vascular system (the ""plumbing"" of the stem) is clear. Next immerse the cut stems in warm water.
Remember when the flower is cut, it is cut off from its food supply. Once water is taken care of, food is the resource that will run out next. The plants stems naturally feed the flowers with sugars. If you add a bit of sugar (1 tsp.) to the vase water, this will help feed the flower stems and extend their vase life.
Bacteria will build up in vase water and eventually clog up the stem so the flower cannot take up water. To prevent this, change the vase water frequently and make a new cut in the stems every few days.
Floral preservatives, available from florists, contain sugars, acids and bacteriacides that can extend cut flower life. These come in small packets and are generally available where cut flowers are sold. If used properly, these can extend the vase life of some cut flowers 2 to 3 times when compared with just plain water in the vase.
How-to : Selecting and Storing Bulbs
Larger bulbs will generally produce larger, healthier plants. Bulbs that are small for their species type will have small or no flowers the first year, but may pick up in their second year. Daffodils with two points will have two flower stalks if both bulb parts are large enough.
Select bulbs that have intact skins or ""tunics"". These plants are less vulnerable to disease. When buying bulbs with split tunics, look for areas that appear diseased on the flesh of the bulb. It's much like shopping for onions. Some smaller bulbs, like Lily of the Valley ( Convallaria) or Snowdrops ( Galanthus), will establish better if you can buy them when they're in leaf, instead of dry bulbs.
You should plant your bulbs as soon as you can. You have purchased them in a dormant period, and you want them in the ground when they come out of it. If you can't plant your bulbs right away, store them in a dark, cool, dry place. Gasses given off by fruit can cause bulbs to rot; keep this in mind if storing your bulbs in a refrigerator. Some bulbs are better stored in slightly damp peat moss or shavings; if your bulb was stored this way when you bought it, continue to store it this way.
Glossary : Viruses
Viruses, which are smaller than bacteria, are not living and do not replicate on their own. They must rely on the cellular mechanisms of their hosts to replicate. Because this greatly disrupts the cell's functionality, outward signs of a viral infection result in a plant disease with symptoms such as abnormal or stunted growth, damaged fruit, discolorations or spots.
Prevention and Control: Keep virus carriers such as aphids, leafhoppers, and thrips under control. These plant feeding insects spread viruses. Viruses can also be introduced by infected pollen or through plant openings (as when pruning). Begin by keeping the pathogen out of your garden. New plants should be checked, as well as tools and existing plants. Use only certified seed that is deemed disease-free. Plant only resistant varieties and create a discouraging environment by rotating crops, not planting closely related plants in the same area every year.
Glossary : Fertilize
Fertilize just before new growth begins with a complete fertilizer.


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The big story of this year's election campaign is big money. Since the Supreme Court, through its Citizens United ruling, has made it easier for corporations, unions and rich individuals to raise and spend unlimited amounts of money, Republicans have seized the advantage.
When it comes to TV ads that have aired in the past six weeks, Republican-allied groups outspent their Democratic counterparts by 8 to 1. This figure comes from an NPR analysis of data gathered by ad-tracking firm Kantar Media's CMAG, and compiled by the Washington Post.
The economy may be the single most important factor in this election, but campaign money is a close second.
"The only thing that keeps me up at night ... is the tsunami of secret Republican superPAC money that will be spent against our candidates," says New York Rep. Steve Israel, chairman of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.
Outside money matters even more in down-ballot races for the House and the Senate.
Just a small handful of independent groups backed by Republican billionaires such as oilmen David and Charles Koch or casino magnate Sheldon Adelson could together raise close to $1 billion this year. But the main superPAC supporting President Obama, Priorities USA, has struggled to raise even a small fraction of that.
"I just jeep running into the brick wall. I'm happy to do it again. I'll do it again tomorrow, but that is the reality," says Democratic strategist Paul Begala, who helps Priorities USA raise money.
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So why are Democrats losing the money war?
There are several answers. The simplest is supply — there are more rich Republicans than rich Democrats, a lot more.
Begala says there are other reasons.
"Second, there's no self-interest here," argues Begala. "Jeffrey Katzenberg is our largest donor. He gave us $2 million. He's not going to sell any more tickets to Kung Fu Panda 2 if Obama gets a second term. He's just doing it because he believes in his country. ...
"There's a return on investment for some of the coal and oil billionaires who want to see the president's clean energy initiative shut down. But the third thing is the deep ambivalence that I and everybody else on my side of the aisle has about superPACs," says Begala.
It's an ambivalence President Obama famously shared. After telling independent groups to stand down in 2008, he welcomed them back this year. But that didn't convince liberal billionaires such as Peter Lewis. His spokeswoman Jen Frutchy says Lewis would rather fund progressive think tanks and media groups than TV ads.
"On superPACs, he really believes that the idea of spending fortunes to denigrate opponents is deeply offensive," says Frutchy. "I would say that is just not how he wants to spend his fortune, you know, in some kind of arms race. He does not want to be part of the negativity or any kind of corrupting influence that money can have on the electoral process."
If you just look at the spending in presidential campaigns, you will see that the relationship between outspending your opponent and winning is the most intense thing in politics.
Mistrust Of Brave New World
This widespread Democratic aversion to the brave new world of unlimited campaign money is a big obstacle for people who raise money for Democratic campaigns, like Israel
"I will confess that this frustrates me where you have people like the Koch brothers and Karl Rove who will spend anything to defeat Democrats. We do have Democratic allies who are saying that, 'Well, we don't like Republican superPACs and, therefore, we shouldn't contribute to Democratic-allied superPACs,' " Israel says, adding, "I'm a huge fan of baseball, and I've never been to a baseball game in history where only one side gets bats and gloves. If you wanna win the game, you gotta have bats, you gotta have gloves, you gotta have resources."
There's also another reason that's harder to quantify.
"A lot of these donors are disappointed in the president," says Demoratic strategist Carter Eskew.
It could be hedge fund managers mad about the president's criticism of Wall Street or liberals who wanted him to close Guantanamo or big Democratic donors who want to be treated like something more than an ATM.
Eskew says that while Republican donors tend to give for rational reasons — financial self-interest, for example — Democrats are different.
"They like the personal relationship. They like the feeling of importance. They like getting invited to the White House. ... So why aren't they giving? They haven't been stroked enough or they don't feel the president has done enough on some of their pet causes," says Eskew.
White House aides reject the notion that Obama hasn't spent enough time cultivating donors — they point out he's appeared at more fundraising events than any previous incumbent.
Some Democrats say they're confident their big donors will eventually wake up and open their wallets.
But Eskew worries it may not be soon enough.
"When the money comes late in a campaign it's not nearly as useful as when it comes early. By September, there are going to be so many ads on the air that they're going to be indistinguishable from one another," he says.
Does Big Money Matter?
Then there's another question. in a close race how big a financial advantage does one side need to get a political advantage?
After all, the unions and the Democratic Party and the Obama campaign will raise more than $1 billion. The Republicans, all in, will raise more — but how much more matters?
"Unless the Republicans can get to 2-to-1 or 3-to-1 in terms of a spending ratio, I don't think they're going to have a real advantage," says Democratic strategist Tad Devine. "But if they do outspend the Democratic side the way President Obama outspent his opponent four years ago, the way Bush outspent Kerry and Gore in the two previous elections, then I think that, more than anything, will be the reason why Romney could succeed. If you just look at the spending in presidential campaigns, you will see that the relationship between outspending your opponent and winning is the most intense thing in politics."
But we won't know exactly how big an advantage the Republicans and their outside groups have this year.
That's because in addition to being unlimited and anonymous — much of the cash won't be reported until after the election.
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As one of the leading companies in ground source heat installation in July 2024, we help hundreds of people across the country to make the switch to renewable energy. Ground Source Heat Pump works to provide renewable energy systems through the ground,
Which is a highly efficient energy source that can be good for both the planet and your energy bills. It has been recorded that using ground source heat is up to 400% efficient, and it can be a viable option to replace your old boiler system.
Many people are looking to make the switch to renewable energy sources, especially now there is the government's renewable heat incentive on offer. Ground source heat pumps are a renewable energy system that relies on heat from the ground to provide heating and hot water in your home.
Ground floor heat pumps are highly sustainable and are often cheaper to run than your standard boiler as rather than generating heat on demand, it uses what is already available for heating and cooling systems.
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To install a ground source heat pump for a 240-meters-squared residence in Tyne and Wear, a typical system costs anywhere between £15,000 and £25,000 overall.
A ground source heat pump is an excellent heating solution that can be mostly self-sufficient, lowering your heating bills and offering hot water in June 2022. However, they are complex enough to need expert help when installing them – expert help that our well-trained and experienced staff can provide.
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The cost of building ground source or air source heat pumps could exceed £35,000, based on the project. Pipelines and supplies should be planned before construction begins, but disruption of the structure might also increase the cost.
Getting a new heating system involves removing the old boiler you use and replacing the fuel storage tank, steel base concrete, and fuel pipe which comes with it. This can lead to additional costs. There could be an additional cost to replace radiators and add insulation.
We work to determine whether your property is suitable for these low carbon solutions and renewable heating, as ground source heat pumps cannot be installed on all kinds of land.
The ground array is the solar thermal piping system that is pipes buried in the ground, which works to absorb the heat from the sun, which can then be used in renewable heating throughout your home. This system of pipes can be a horizontal ground loop which will need to be installed 1.2 metres below ground level.
We can also install ground source heat pumps piping in vertical borehole drilling, where two or three sets of pipes are installed, and for this system, they need to be 70 metres deep which means they will be installed by our drilling rigs.
These are known as closed-loop systems, where deep holes are drilled vertically into the ground to accommodate the pipes. Closed-loop systems are better suited to plots with limited space available, such as social housing, as the pipes are drilled deep into the ground and can be installed where open-loop systems or horizontal grids do not apply.
As there are two forms of GSHP systems that can be installed for ground source heat pumps, and we can help you find the best option. This is why hiring MCS certified engineers and installers is vital to get this heating system in your home, and this is what we work to do.
We offer a number of great Ground Source Heat Pump Installers and are more than happy in assisting you on anything from price, to dimensions, to specification.
One of the main motivators for people to make the change to a solar PV heating system is the fact it helps them save money on their energy bills. This is since it is a renewable energy source that can help maintain the temperatures within your home, which makes them more effective than a traditional heating system like a boiler.
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The cost to install a ground source heat pump will be complicated by the difficulty and the disruption involved in digging up a vast area outside and running new pipework from the ground in a loop manifold to the heat pump unit at the base station. We can install the solar PV pipework in open-loop systems or closed-loop systems based on the needs of the property.
Following the installation of open-loop systems, there can still be complications in your underfloor heating, which is why the work needs to be completed by MCS registered installers like those at our company. Even if you own a water radiator system and the healing process is running smoothly, you need to modify the size of the radiators as it allows for low run rates for a hot-water source which can reduce carbon footprint while still giving you access to the heating you need.
The temperatures given out by ground pressure pumps are lower overall than the high system temperature associated with oil boilers, which is why this system is more environmentally friendly and cheaper to run.
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Ground source heat pumps are generally quieter than fossil fuel boilers which can make them suitable for more properties, including social housing with multiple tenants. The ground-source heat pump is up to 22 decibels, whereas a boiler would contain a density of 40 – 60 decibels. While most modern units are 40, it is clear that ground and air source heat pumps are the better options when it comes to their output.
With ground source heat pump systems, a heating schedule can be created to make use of predicted electricity prices and allow you to see the savings that are being made using this new system. Advances in technical capabilities that include heat storage batteries also mean you can save any energy generated during these off-peak times for use during peak hours of the day, likewise the use of air source heat pumps for the same timing. We can provide ground source heat pumps, as well as air source heat pumps and other forms of renewable energy, which can help reduce your energy bills.
Our pumps work to produce heat from land, air or water based on the source heat installation you opt for. The heat escaping them is continually replenished naturally using what is available from the land, which is how these systems can help you save money on your energy bills.
The collector loop used in ground source and air source systems can be placed vertically in a trench about a meter above the ground, where vertical boreholes can be drilled between 90 to 160 m in depth to extract much more heat in the gas grid.
The space you need for a horizontal loop and the depth you need for drilling the borehole can vary on many different factors, which is why we offer several types of heat exchangers to ensure we have a solar PV system for everyone.
Your heat pump installer will design the collector array based on local conditions and the heat needs of your home. For more information, please watch our explanation videos.
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Air source and ground source heating pumps generate approximately four times the electrical energy needed to power compressor and circulation pumps from inside the system. This aspect of a heat pump is used to produce one of the most renewable power supplies possible.
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GSHP works best with underfloor heating rather than standard radiators, which is something else that our customers need to consider before they opt for this system as this can also have additional costs. Before ground source heat pump installation, the house needs to be properly insulated as a GSHP provides constant but low temperatures, which is why underfloor heating is very efficient through this heat exchanger.
If you want hot water as well, you may need a separate immersion heater to tackle this issue. It is more economical when you replace an inefficient system such as LPG heating or electric heating with this new heating and cooling system, which is why many people are looking to make the switch.
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A ground heat pump is appropriate for most homes, although there are some considerations to make.
As the closed system has been sealed and hermetically sealed, the system only requires minimal maintenance. Heat Pumps can last around 30 years, and Ground Collectors can last about 70 years. It is best to perform annual service and have the installer tell you how to adjust control levers and put you on a written manual.
If something goes wrong, for example, a liquid refrigerant leak, you may need to obtain F gas certification, which we can help with.
There are three core benefits of a heat pump: the lack of a mains gas connection, the reduced running costs, and the high durability of the system. All of this makes a long-lasting, cheap-to-run heating option that does not consume fuel or put out any polluting chemicals.
These ground source heat pumps rely on ground temperatures, so low temperatures can make the heating less effective if it has been badly installed. They can also cost a lot to initially install if you do not get government grants.
Underfloor heating is one of the most common ways to use a heat pump, and many homes do it intentionally. This makes good use of the lower overall temperature and simpler design.
It is not recommended to try and install a heat pump yourself. The systems are complex, dangerous, and hard to work with. If you want professional installation help, contact us, and we can handle the process for you.
If you want to use the Renewable Heat Incentive, you must choose an accredited company for the installation of a ground source heat pump. We are an MCS certified company.
Checking these credentials is crucial because if your ground source heat pump system is poorly installed, it could impact efficiency and cost you more money, which is what renewable technologies are supposed to save.
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An abrasion is a superficial rub or wearing off of the skin, usually caused by a scrape or a brush burn. Abrasions are usually minor injuries that can be treated at home. The skin may bleed or drain small amounts at the time of the injury or at times over the next few days if rubbed or scratched.
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From Superstorm Sandy to gun laws to the fiscal cliff, national issues are on the minds and the lips of the nation's governors setting their state agendas this week.
Some want Congress and President Obama to act; others urged state legislators to do what Congress hasn't.
"No one hunts with an assault rifle. No one needs 10 bullets to kill a deer. End the madness now," an impassioned New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Wednesday in calling for the state to enact the "toughest assault weapon ban in the nation, period."
"Gun violence has been on a rampage," Cuomo, a Democrat, said in his annual State of the State address in Albany. "We must stop the madness, my friends, and in one word, it's just enough. It has been enough."
In neighboring Connecticut, scene of last month's massacre in the town of Newtown, Democratic Gov. Dannel Malloy pointedly rejected the National Rifle Association's proposal to arm school personnel.
"Freedom is not a handgun on the hip of every teacher," said Malloy, who added that state gun restrictions have limited impact. "This conversation has to take place nationally."
Malloy's comments came Wednesday during his annual new year address to lawmakers.
"As long as weapons continue to travel up and down I-95, what is available for sale in Florida or Virginia can have devastating consequences here in Connecticut," he said.
Also Wednesday, leaders of the National Governors Association in Washington, D.C., said a failure to resolve all of the fiscal cliff issues has put handcuffs on the states.
"Our economies are tightly linked to the national economy," Gov. Jack Markell, D-Del., said while giving part of what the NGA called its first "State of the States" speech. "And as a result, our states' prosperity depends, the prosperity of our citizens depend, in no small measure on the ability of our public servants in Washington to come to terms on a path forward."
"One of the largest uncertainties concerns elements of the fiscal cliff that were either postponed or left out" of the New Year's Day deal signed by President Obama, he said. "If the debt limit is not increased soon, there will be disruptions in federal spending, there will be disruptions in capital markets that could greatly impact state operations. And until these issues are resolved, states will not be able to make fully informed financial plans."
Gov. Mary Fallin, R-Okla., who followed Markell, said deficit reduction and dealing with the mandatory across-the-board spending cuts that were postponed for two months should be the focus on Capitol Hill.
"How Washington deals with those issues will ... have an immediate direct effect upon our states and certainly could have grave implications to our states, and especially our budget," she said.
A day after New Jersey's Republican Gov. Chris Christie spent most of hisannual address discussing the aftermath of Sandy and calling for more federal assistance, Cuomo of New York also called on Congress to help.
"We need and we deserve federal assistance," said Cuomo. Last week, Congress approved $9.7 billion in funding to the National Flood Insurance Program, and has promised to act soon on $51 billion in other aid. Cuomo said the relief so far is "too little, and it is too late."
Cuomo also proposed raising the state's hourly minimum wage from an "unlivable" $7.25 (which has been the federal minimum wage since 2009) to $8.75; and tougher state greenhouse standards, because "climate change is real."
But the issue of gun control dominated the speech. Cuomo said he owns a gun and noted, "We respect hunters and sportsmen," but called for a ban on high-capacity gun magazines, background checks for the sale of guns from private owners, and a move to "keep guns from people who are mentally ill."
"It is about ending the unnecessary risk of high-capacity assault rifles."
In Washington, Vice President Joe Biden is heading a group studying possible federal responses to curb gun violence, but any significant action on Capitol Hill will face strong opposition from the NRA and its allies.
Cuomo and Christie are potential presidential candidates in 2016. Another possible candidate, outgoing Republican Gov. Bob McDonnell of Virginia, was to deliver his final State of the Commonwealth address Wednesday night, a day after proposing that the state eliminate its 17.5 cent-per-gallon gasoline tax and replace it with a small increase in the state's sales tax to fund transportation projects.
On Tuesday, Texas Republican Gov. Rick Perry urged continued spending restraint despite rosy state revenue projections that have some Democrats calling for revisiting recent budget cuts. The 2012 presidential candidate called the state's budget surplus "a chance to put our fiscal house in order for years to come."
And in North Dakota, where an oil and natural gas boom in the western part of the state is fueling one of the nation's most robust economies, Republican Gov. Jack Dalrymple proposed new spending on roads projects and housing. He called this "an incredible moment in our state's history."
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