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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 24, 1991
Page
4
A Christmas plant known as the Poinsettia or Pointed Setter decorates homes during the holidays. The flower can bloom again next winter with maintenance. The plant, a tropical spurge, originated in Mexico and was introduced to Europe in 1834.
Garth Livingston Roblin District Weed Supervisor notes a long lasting evergreen shrub reaching about four feet high. The shrub is sparsely branched with oval pointed leaves resembling an oak leaf. The description varies by strain with top growth depending on variety.
The Roblin Horticultural Society ended the year with a successful annual meeting and Christmas party. The group shows a 26 member roster with four non residents, outlines 1992 officers and delegates, and notes plans to focus on gardening amid economic slump. Also included are care tips for poinsettias with rest periods, light requirements, and caution about white spurge sap.
The Bield 4-H Club met November 13 at the Bield Community Centre with seven members. Acting president Gail Timoruski led the opening, minutes by Cheyanne/Dobranski, treasurer Leanne Hojnocki reported, and a motion to send 48 to Manitoba Council was approved. District reps Lynn Booker and Jay-Dean Angus were named. Members will give speeches at club level before December 11, 1991.
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