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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1962
Page
8
Horticulturist describes hollies that thrive on South Plains soil with proper shade and wind protection. English holly Dex aquifolium proves more tolerant, Brilliant holly Dex aquiperneyi grows well in local landscapes, and Chinese hollies offer deeper green color.
Members of the Lubbock Rose Society gathered Wednesday afternoon at the Garden Arts Center. Mrs. E. L. Tarver presided in Mrs. Walter Herrin’s absence. Larry Scott, local florist, gave a flower arranging demonstration with guests Mrs. J. A. Bryant Mrs. R. R. House and Mrs. L. J. Frerking in attendance.
Members of the Trowel and Error Garden Club met Tuesday morning at the Garden Arts Center with 24 members and 3 guests present. New members were Mrs. H. L. Mc Cauley and Mrs. Leslie Mitchell. Lawrence Scott spoke on Christmas decorations. Next meeting set for February 5 at the Garden Arts Center.
Chinese holly growers in the region report strong sales as buyers purchase large containers for Christmas trees. Buyers plan to transplant the ornamental shrubs into landscapes after the season ends, extending the plantings beyond holiday use.
UPI reports tips from the Society of American Florists to extend holiday greenery life. Crush woody branch ends and soak in water with brown sugar for a day to boost moisture absorption. Wipe dust from leaves, trim yellowing foliage, and prune spindly philodendron vines. Dress doors, fences, mailboxes with greens for festive greeting.
Guidance from E Z on choosing a tree and keeping it safe at home. Place the cut stem in a water container and keep the tree away from sun and vents. Avoid fire hazards by monitoring lights and flames and storing replacement parts. Check old lights for worn cords before use.
The Petal Pushers Garden Club met at Municipal Garden Arts Center with a program on Christmas symbols. Mrs. Ervin M. Johnson traced origins of trees candles bells cards seals and Santa Claus and discussed traditions like evergreen trees mistletoe and wreaths.
Create a festive door wreath using a clothes hanger and scrap Christmas tree twigs. Remove the triangular hanger to form a circle, wrap six inch twig pieces with green wire, layer spirally, and trim to enlarge the opening. Add holly, berries or small ornaments for color.
Dr. Cecil R. Matthews director of the Wesley Foundation at Texas Tech received a service award from the Association of College and University Ministers of the Methodist Church in Nashville Tennessee. He has led the Wesley Foundation for 27 years and oversees the Methodist Student Center at 2420 15th Street. About 300 attendees were present as the Rev. Arthur Brandenburg of Yale University was elected association president.
Fifteen women have formed a volunteer fire brigade in Klein Koschen, the East German News Service ADN reported Friday.
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