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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1966
Page
11
A new pure white dianthus named White Star will be introduced this spring. The plant grows about 12 inches tall and 18 inches wide with silvery foliage and strong fragrance. Fully double 2 inch blooms appear in year two, lasting June through July, and the plant is hardy with minimal care.
Gardners report spring bulbs such as crocus, daffodil, and Dutch iris showing above ground with mild winter conditions causing limited damage. Some roses and geraniums survive. a palm tree indoors remains unscathed. Gardeners should plan planting, water adequately, and prepare beds as weather stays mild.
The Spade and Hoe Garden Club selected two year officers at Municipal Garden and Arts Center. New president is Mrs O Gowen with Mrs Jack Darby as vice president and other officers including secretary Mrs Doris Buchanan treasurer Mrs Georgia Gary historian parliamentarian and reporter Bill Reed. The program featured tissue paper roses by Mrs Douglas Witt. Fifteen members and three guests attended. The group plans to meet next at Mrs Roy Burnam's home to discuss participation in the February garden arts sale. The next regular meeting is Feb 1 at Municipal Garden and Arts Center.
The Gardenaires Garden Club meets Thursday morning at the Municipal Garden-Ans Center for a program titled Having Fun With Herbs presented by Mrs. Lenro.
C Williamson was elected president of the South Plains Dahlia Society at a Wednesday night meeting in Municipal Grand Arts Center. Officers include James Samson as vice president Mrs J Charles Whitfield secretary and Mrs Luther Miller treasurer The group plans 7 30 p m meetings first Thursday each month in Municipal Garden Arts Center Mrs Nat Williams named program chair with Mrs Luther Miller and W E Upshaw on the committee Twenty eight persons attended the meeting The society aims to encourage dahlia growers in the South Plains and sponsor annual shows with trophies and prizes
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