Newcomers to Florida Advised on Compost Making
Andy Rose Lake County Horticultural Extension Agent explained composting to Mount Dora Men's Garden Club. He outlined materials, layering, lime and fertilizer additions, watering, aeration, and timing for 4 to 12 months, noting benefits for soil water holding and nutrients. Attendees included 48 members and 4 guests with James F. Knauss welcomed as new member.
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Florida
Andy Rose
Lake County Horticultural Extension
Mount Dora
Rose
James F. Knauss
Sylvan Shores
Retired Army Chief Warrant Officer Tours Panama by VW Bus
Retired Army Chief Warrant Officer James Swain told Mount Dora Kiwanis he and family drove 6000 miles from the Panama Canal Zone to Florida in a Volkswagen bus. His retirement parade occurred in San Antonio en route home, after two Vietnam tours and awards including two Bronze Stars. His wife displays a mola as their daughter in law, Rev. Vanus E. Smith, chairs July club events. Swain now works for a VW dealer in Central Florida.
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James Swain
Mount Dora
Swain
Vanus E. Smith
Volkswagen
Florida
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Yard Tricks for August Garden Prep and Plant Moves
August seeds a plan for fall and winter plantings with steps to prepare soil add peat moss or compost, and hints to move shrubs next winter. Dig deep trenches, cut roots carefully, and fill with peat humus. Limit nitrogen to avoid lush damage. water sparingly as plants rest.
Farewell Dinner for Livingston Couple at Hibiscus Park
Claude and Margie Bralley hosted a farewell dinner for Mr. and Mrs. Allen Livingston leaving Hibiscus Park for their former hometown of Firewell Virginia. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Bernard and Mrs. Winnie Mitenius. A Good Luck cake followed the meal as friends wished them well in their move.
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Claude
Margie Bralley
Allen Livingston
Erewell
Wayne Bernard
Winnie Mitenius
Livingstons
Claude Bradley
Clyde Fowler
Ruth
Mayo Clinic
Moline
Saudi Arabia
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Panama
Lakes and Hills Garden Club
Boy Power
Old Eustis Road
Roger Seebaugh
John Sanwald
Roger
Dusty
John
Simpson's
Overlook Drive
MID
Florida Service CO
MT. Dora Motor Lodge
Quy
Kathy
Elon Rupps
Rose Lane
Montpelier
Ohio
Marion
Columbus
Pete.Rohms
Rohms
Indiana
FISH
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