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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1964
Page
10
Tech horticulturist advises staking chrysanthemum plants after prolonged rain to prevent lodging. Protect crowded plantings with a mildewcide spray to reduce disease risk and maintain flower quality by consistent disbudding focusing on the main stem.
Four of the nine admired varieties from the 1964 International Holland Bulb Selections are shown. Clockwise from top left, Cottage halero tulips with carmine red blossoms, Dutch Master trumpet daffodil in rich gold, Queen of Sheba Lily-flowered tulip in bronze red with orange edge, and Marconi deep rose hyacinth on a stiff stem with a broad spike.
An international jury selected the 1964 top bulbs from the Keukenhof garden in Holland. The nine tulips, one hyacinth, and one daffodil include Blizzard Red Matador May Wonder Blue Parrot Goudstuk Sweet Harmony Halero Queen of Sheba Red Riding Hood Marconi and Dutcd Master. Planting guidance for long roots and soil drainage follows.
The article notes that fall color depends on weather, with dry spells, extended cloudy periods, and extreme heat reducing pigment buildup. Moderately warm days and cool nights promote vivid colors, while long dry or hot periods may dull hues. heavy watering can improve plant condition for winter and color potential.
Life magazine correspondent James Burke was killed in an accidental fall while taking a photo near Bombdila in the Northeast Frontier Agency. Burke stepped from his jeep, slipped on the mountainside, and plunged to his death.
Texas Tech horticulture and park administration club members plan a deluxe chrysanthemum show for October 24 and 25. They will distribute entry cards in advance to speed classification, with schedules available at the Garden and Arts Center and Plant Science Building on campus.
Town and Country Garden Club begins the year with a 10 a.m. meeting Tuesday at the Municipal Garden Arts Center. Guest speaker Mrs. J A Kregler of Midland will discuss Basic Flower Arrangements. Club officers include Mrs. Edgar Wommack president and Mrs. Wesley Read vice president. Pheasants can survive North America winters, tracing origins to Siberia Mongolia and northern China.
Mrs. J. T. Davis of 4908 W. 19th St. tends a yellow chrysanthemum display in her yard, featuring the Prairie Sunshine variety. The plants, planted in mid April, have bloomed for three weeks with many buds to come, showing strong branching and minimal pinching.
The Plant and Hoe Garden Club opened its year Friday at First State Bank. Seven new members joined as committees outlined projects for the year and a flower show slated for Oct 30 was scheduled. The next meeting is set for Oct 15 at 7:30 a.m.
Members of the Lubbock Junior Garden Club will charter a bus Thursday for trips to Plainview and Tulia. They will tour the home and garden of Mrs. Dyer Slaton, have lunch at Elm Tree Inn in Tulia, and meet at 9 a.m. in the First Baptist Church parking lot with hostesses Mrs. Hurley Carpenter, Mrs. George Soash, and Mrs. Bill Ed Watson.
The Dig and Hope Garden Club met Wednesday afternoon at Miss Grace Norris home on 2020 10th Street. Members discussed new yearbooks and programs planned for the year.
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