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Newspaper
Monroe Morning World
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1957
Page
16
The Southern Gardener advises deep mulch to suppress weeds and reduce watering. Dig out nutgrass nuts, burn them, and plant densely to shade soil. Fall care includes azalea and camellia feeding, lace bug control, and planting chrysanthemums and biennials for autumn and spring blooms.
A garden feature outlines summer plants for sun exposure including acalytha varieties fire dragon and chenille, Maritime dusty miller, Serisa Phoetida, yuca, and wisteria pruning tips. It lists crops, flowering shrubs, beds in Slack Street gardens, and notes on corn freshness and a custard ice cream recipe.
Tips on using electric fans effectively to cool in high heat. Explains that evaporation of sweat lowers body temperature and warns against direct, stiff neck causing breeze. Recommends following manufacturer guidance and creating gentle air circulation rather than wind tunnel effect.
Cynthia Lowry reports on drying flowers to preserve beauty. Methods include hanging grasses head up in a dry spot, and using cornmeal plus borax in a two-box box system to dry delicate blooms like roses and peonies. The article notes prior sand methods failing on fragile flowers and mentions alternatives such as perlite and lava.
Insulation types and installation basics are outlined by Mrs. Irene Turner and Mrs. Bertha Bryson, detailing blanket and batts, hill type, reflective insulation, and rigid boards. Advice covers fire safety, moisture, pests, and selecting materials for energy efficiency. A LS U extension note emphasizes careful care of electric blankets and postponement of the 25-Year Club meeting with a new date to be announced.
Gladys V. Dickerson guest writes on Mr John A Wrights flower show at Open House and Garden Center. He presents multiple arrangements using canna lilies as focal points, pittosporum rosettes, and eucalyptus, with hydrangea and gladiola accents. A violet glass compote shows an exotic asymmetrical design and monochromatic color harmony.
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