Date: Tue, 3 Feb 1998 20:23:57 EST From: RSbra123@aol.com To: cp@opus.hpl.hp.com Message-Id: <aabcdefg463$foo@default> Subject: Re: label markers
> Jon, and I guess this is of interest to all,
>
> there was a discussion about marking labels on the Aroid-L a while ago, and
> there I picked up the following tips:
>
> o To read faded labels read them under UV light (but obviously be careful!)
>
> o To remove marker pen use nail varnish remover (acetone)
>
> o The best pen to use is 'Sharpie' extra permanent industrial marker. I got
> mine from a flower show in the UK but I gather it is also available in the
> USA. It has lasted in sun and rain for years with no fading, it has a fine
> tip and is easy to write with and read. It is expensive, but it is worth it
> (mine cost I think 4 GBP).
>
On a related note, I heard good suggestion at a BACPS meeting a while back.
It was
suggested to make a second label and slide it completely below the soil level
(shorten
it if necessary). Then you have a backup if the first label gets removed or
fades.
Ron Sbragia
This archive was generated by hypermail 2b30 : Tue Jan 02 2001 - 17:31:29 PST