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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 27, 1963
Page
6
Readable items include hyacinth bulbs in many colors and large chrysanthemums in pots. Also listed are Incarnations sturdy plants in tubes, letter boxes with steel and wrought iron stands, wooden half casks, tool sets with hand fork cultivator, Monier paving slabs for paths and patios, and stepping stones with quantities and prices.
The piece warns of upcoming frosts and drought risking lawns and ornamental colour in Canberra. It urges timely rain to protect foliage, notes high evaporation, and recommends artificial watering and moistening strategies. It highlights using fowl manure as a strong organic fertilizer and suggests layering leaves with manure to create rich compost for vegetables.
The Chrysanthemum Horticultural Society hosts a show at the Met Memorial Centre in Forres, with a aim to showcase quality blooms rivaling Sydney and Melbourne. Enthusiasts have joined the effort, expanding the exhibitor list while weather remains favorable for blooms. Exhibitors must vacate the hall by 11 40 after judging. entries are encouraged to present top quality chrysanthemums.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a levee disturbance or gang activity with unclear details about towns, dates, or individuals. The readable content is insufficient to identify precise locations, organizations, or outcomes.
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