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c^lrican^^iole

Vol. 34 Number 1

MAGAZINE

January, 1981

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Every attempt is made to keep articles technically correct. Since the growing of fine African violets can be achieved in many ways,
the jnethod and opinions expressed by writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of AVSA.

COVER PAGE The lovely African violet, "Grace and Henry", on the Cover Page was hybridized by Marie
Dattalo of Groves, TX and named to honor the AVM Editor Grace Foote and her husband, Henry. The plant
was first shown at the AVSA Convention/Show in New Orleans, LA.

COLUMNISTS

3. Letter from the AVSA President — Harvey Stone
9. Question Box — Mrs. C. S. Hawley

18. A Foote on the Violet Path — Grace Foote

20. Musings from the "Mini-Mam" — Mrs. Sidney (Ellie)
Bogin

21. AVSA Affiliates — Mrs. Wayne (Mildred) Schroeder

22. Seasonable Suggestions — Anne Tinari

23. Affiliate 'appenings — Lyndall Owens

24. Your Library — Marion and Jack Doherty
30. Registration Report — Adele Tretter

34. Boyce Edens Research Fund — Mrs. J. D. (Dorothy)
Spence

34. AVSA Booster Fund — Mrs. Arthur F. (Mary) Boland

35. Beginner's Column — Guest Columnist Mrs. Colleen
Delmolino

CONVENTION

21. Nominating Committee Will Submit Report

44. San Francisco Memories — Mrs. J. A. W. (Ann)
Richardson

45. Convention Tours — Mrs. Stephen Kurilo

47. Registration for Judging School for New Judges and
Refresher Judges

47. Attention Qualified Judges

48. Convention Registration Form

49. Convention Workshops

50. Convention Hotel Reservation Form

51. Convention Show Schedule

54. Judges, Clerks Application

55. 1981 Convention Show

8. Part II — Attention Golfers — Gus A. Becker

PERTAINING TO VIOLETS

4. AVs Grow Better in Soilless Mixes Designed With Op¬
timum pH — Emory E. LeLand
8. My Experience With Thrips — Marie C. Deschamps
8. To My Violets — Elizabeth Richardson

12. Poison Peat Moss — Charles E. Sledge, M.D.

13. Bugs: Eradication or Population Control — Dale Eyer-
dom. Granger Gardens

15. Dixie Convention Set in Beaumont

16. Confessions Of a Hard-Core Procrastinator — Karen
Anderson Lynch

17. Penn State Publishes Energy Saving Manual

19. Success of 'Tommie Lou' Not so Apparent at First

19. God's Many Blessings

20. Pertaining To Violets

24. Two Loves Have I — Reta Kelleher

26. Pros and Cons of Ceramic Pots — Mrs. Shirley R.

Jeffrey
33. Portraits

38. Coming Events

39. We Protest! We Do! — Connie Salland

40. "Partnerships" at House of Violets — Charlyne and
Ralph Reed

40. Cure for Mites — Mrs. Keith Haywood

41, Real African Violet Paperweights & Key Chains —
Retta Hamilton

43. Rooting of Your Blossom Stems — Marshall Wheeler

43. To God Be the Glory — William Croysdale

44. Convention Dates

58. Are You Killing Your Houseplants with Water? —
Robert L. Haney, Science Writer

MISCELLANEOUS

27. In Memoriam

SOCIETY BUSINESS

INSIDE COVER PAGE — Strictly Business — Your Busi¬
ness

1. Application for Membership
12. Show Entry Tags

39, Statement of Ownership, Management and Circulation

PART II

1, Cumulative Index

7. Are You Your Violets Worst Pest — Lois W. Patterson

8. African Violets Are Really Worthwhile — Dorothy
Bowen

8. Attention Golfers — Gus A, Becker

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

African Violet Society of America, Inc.

P. O. Box 1326 Date _

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January and March issues of the AFRICA!^ VIOLET MAGAZINE $3.00.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

1

The Official Publication of the
African Violet Society of
America, Inc.

OFFICERS

HARVEY L. STONE . President

51 Peach Highlands, Marblehead, MA 09145
MRS. J. A. W. RICHARDSON . 1st Vice President
2315 Lakeshore Drive, Tavares, FL 32778

MRS. FRANK TINARI . 2nd Vice President

2325 Valley Rd., Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

JAMES LOYA . 3rd Vice President

2400 N. Dustin, Apt. 212, Box 156, Farmington,
NM 87401

MRS. ROSS V. LAHR . . Secretary

3559 E. Easter Ave., Littleton, CO 80122

MISS FLORENCE M. GARRITY . Treasurer

36 Cerdan Avenue, Roslindale, MA 02131

STAFF

MRS. GRACE FOOTE, Editor
211 Allien Place, Port Arthur, TX 77640
MRS. LYNDALL OWENS, Assistant to Editor
377 Guilford Park, Conroe, TX 77302
MRS. CLARK CARPENTER, Adv. Mgr.

3855 Third St., Port Arthur, TX 77640
MRS. CLARICE BELL, Office Manager
P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901
MRS. “E". HANSEN, Publications Chairman
708 Wyndale Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046
COLUMNISTS:

Mrs. James Carey, Mrs. Sidney Bogin, Mrs. Fred
C. Young, Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson, Paul
Arnold, Mrs. Mildred Schroeder, Mrs. A. F.
Boland, Mrs. Charles Hawley, Mrs. Fred Tretter,
Mrs. W. F. Anderson, Jack and Marion Doherty
and Anne Tinari.

BEST VARIETIES, HONOR ROLL COMPILER
Mrs. Leon Fiedler, Route 1, Prescott, WI 54021
PUBLISHER: Gus Becker

Becker Printing Co., 1080 Forsythe, Beaumont,
TX 77701

ADVERTISER'S INDEX

Trouble with an advertiser? Write your
AV Advertising Manager giving complete
details. While AVSA cannot assume respon¬
sibility for advertisers, we try to help
resolve the problem. If an advertiser is
found irresponsible, he will be refused
future ads.

A

84. African Violet Notes, Becker Printing
Co.

91. The African Violetry

93. American Gloxinia Society Membership

INSIDE BACK COVER ~ Annalee Violetry

64. Baker's African Violets
90. Bay Valley Violets
66. Bell's Carolina Violets

86. Berkshire Violets
96. Betty's African Violets

66. Betty's African Violet Shop

78. Bright Blossoms Greenhouse

96. Jeanne P. Bohn, African Violet Leaves

87. Bugtussle Violets

59. Butler's Nursery

C

78. California Violets
71. Cape Cod Violetry
82. Cedar Hill Violet House
70. Christine's Rowerland

76. Cindy's African Violets

76. Cloud Nine Gardens
84. Clearview Cove Violets
70. Crestwood Violetry

D

96. Dean Enterprises

80. DiB's Violets

62. DoDe's Gardens, Inc.

E

86. Eva's African Violets
66. Eva's Violet World

F

91. HoraCart Portable Indoor Garden
84. FloraCart Watering Aid

80. Floralite Company

G

78. Good's Hybrids

86. Granger Gardens

87. Granny's Bloomers

59. Greenbrier Violet Nursery
96. The Green Acre

79. The Green House — Gro-Carts

59. Bernard D. Greeson — Spot-That-Mite

H

87. Millie Hansen African Violets

82. Sally Haven Violets

96. C. K. Holley — African Violets

84. Hortense's African Violets

88. The House of Violets

I

73. Indoor Gardening Supplies

J

93. Jewell's Violet Boutique

77. J. F. Industries
59. Just Violets

K

78. Kay's African Violets
61. Kent's Flowers

L

83. Leix's Village Violetry
76. Little Plant Haven

59. Lloyd's African Violets

92. Lyndon Lyon Greenhouses, Inc.

M

85. Madame Butterfly — African Violets
76. Marvelous Minis

70. Mary's African Violets
70. Meek's African Violets

89. Messin' Round Violetry
66. Muriel's Violets

Me

66. McKinney's Glasshouse
89. McLester's African Violets

N

76. Napa Valley Violetry

63. Norma- Leigh Violets

O

75. Orchid Gardens of Boswell & Barnard

P

58. Pat's African Violets — Rim Guard

86. Pat's African Violets

86. Pat's Howerland
66. Patty's Plant Place

87. Virginia Pacilli — African Violets

93. Peeler's African Violets

89. Petal Pushers

75. Petrovffsky Greenhouses
89. Purple Thumb

R

60. Ray's African Violets

91. Pat Robinson Plants — Population Ex¬
plosion

95. Reigning Violets

66. Rosemeyer's African Violets

S

96. Schultz Instant Fertilizer
93. Schultz Liquid Plant Food

73. Shirley's Bloomin' Blossoms
81. Sim's African Violets

59. Sooner State Violet Nursery

66. Spoonit Gets Things Blooming
96. Super Soil Substance

89. Susan's Sweetheart Violets

93. Susan's Violets

T

BACK COVER — Tinari's Greenhouses

76. Tomara African Violets

V

67. Valley Violets
96. Victorian Violets

94. The Violet House
91. Violet Nook

59. Violet Park
63. Violet Showcase
93. Violets by Bess
89. Violets by Betty Terry

61. Violets by Beverly
93. Violets at the Ernsts
63. Violets do Cookie
86. Violets Galore

80. Violets Galore at the Gorals
96. Violets Galore of Georgia

W

66. Mary C. Walker — Adventure with
African Violets
78. Warren's Violets
61. Sandy Weynand Gesneria

74. Windowsill Gardens

The African Violet Magazine (ISSN 0090200) is published five (5) limei a year: January, March, June, September, November. Second class postage is paid by the
African Violet Society of America, Inc. at 706 Hamilton National Baak Building. Knoxville, TN 37901 and at additional mailing offices. Subscription $6 per year
which is included in membership dues starting with the June issue each year. Copyright 1980 African Violet Society of America, Inc.

POSTMASTER; Please send change of address form 3579 to African Violet Society of America, Inc., P. O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

2

Letter From the
AVSA President

‘WiM

Harvey L. Stone

Join with me in welcoming in the newborn calendar year of 1981. It is a time for
thoughtful review of our dreams and hopes during the past year and for planning
our New Year activities. Will we resolve to more carefully groom and care for our
plants, what new and beautiful varieties will be presented for our consideration?
Last year saw many changes in our beloved AVSA. We were saddened by the loss of
three of our most loyal officers but know that our new officers will strive to do
everything possible to follow in their footsteps so that AVSA will continue to pros¬
per.

Our convention and show in New Orleans will provide discussion subjects and
memories for a long time to come. Our new Library Chairman and Cochairman,
Marion and Jack Doherty of Madison, WJ are doing an excellent job towards that
end. Wait until you see the two new slide programs they and their committee
workers have made possible. Read "YOUR LIBRARY” column in each issue of the
magazine to keep posted on Library news. Thanks, too, to our exhibitors, growers
and hybridizers for their help in making these programs what they are.

Total attendance at New Orleans Convention was reported as 1,036!

Our next convention in San Francisco is sure to be one of the best. If you have
been following the advice in the January 1980 column you will have been saving so
you can attend our 35th Annual Convention, May 17-23 this year. Our Convention
Chairman, Celine Chase, reports that both the meals and the hotel rates should be
slightly less than those of last year. Details appear elsewhere in this issue. Don't
forget the post- convention tour to Hawaii. This tour is dependent on enough per¬
sons signing up. Be sure to send your Registration, Hotel and Tour reservations in
early.

Maisie Yakie of Port Arthur, TX has been appointed Parliamentarian to replace
Rene Edmundson and C. Russell Marshall has been appointed to replace Jimmy Wat¬
son. James Loya of Farmington, NM is our new Third Vice-President and Jack
Doherty of Madison, WJ replaces Jim on the Board of Directors.

There are tours planned for San Francisco from Monday through Thursday, with
evening tours Tuesday and, if enough desire, on Saturday. These are many and
varied; there is something for everyone. Our committees have been working hard to
insure your enjoyment. Want to "Leave Your Heart in San Francisco?”

Keep on grooming your plants for the Convention/Show and let's make this one
the best ever!

There is still time to send your dues in early to make it easier for our Knoxville of¬
fice to serve you more efficiently. See you in San Francisco!

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

3

AVs Grow Better In Soilless
Mixes Designed With Optimum pH

by Emory E. LeLand
7014 - 29th Ave. N. E.

Seattle, WA. 98115

two of a two-part article).

(ED. NOTE: This is part
PROPERTIES AND USES OF MIX COMPONENTS

Peat Moss (pH 3.5 to 5.5) is recommended because
it is coarse, a good source of organic matter, decom¬
poses slowly, serves as a reservoir for both water and
nutrients and resists compaction. Sphagnum peat
moss is superior to other types of peat moss, which
are too fine, compact easily and get soggy quickly.
Peat moss is dry, sterile and packaged to prevent
contamination. It is the mix component which
generally contributes the most to the mix acidity.
Peat moss should be thoroughly wet before being
added to the potting mix. If this is not done properly,
when placed in a pot, it will be too dry and nearly
impossible to add enough water to keep it moist,
water passes rapidly through the mix and out the
bottom of the pot without doing the plant any good.
The mix in the pot remains almost as dry after water¬
ing as before.

To induce peat moss to absorb water use a wetting
agent (surficant) such as Aqua Soak at the rate of 2
tablespoons per gallon of hot water. Aqua Soak is
neutral (pH 7.0) and is not harmful to plants. Peat
moss is placed in a large container. Aqua Soak in
solution added and the peat moss stirred to expedite
uptake of water. Thorough wetting may take several
days. The excess water is squeezed out leaving the
peat moss moist but not sloppy wet, before it is used
in a potting mix. If possible, test the pH of the
sphagnum peat moss component before using. This
will give an indication of how much calcium (lime)
may have to be added to the potting mixture to raise
the pH to a range of 6.4 to 6.9.

Vermiculite and Perlite (or Sponge Rok) are
neutral (7.0), are both coarse, bulky materials which
resist compaction and keep the mix loose and well
aerated. Vermiculite provides water and nutrient
holding capacity and also has a high buffering
capacity which slows changes in pH. It also permits
higher fertilization rates and of itself provides
potassium, calcium and magnesium. Its scaly struc¬
ture may be broken by excessive mixing or handling.
This can cause compaction and water-logging. Perlite
doesn't break up easily but has little capacity to hold
nutrients or to buffer pH and has no nutrient value.
Perlite is better for aeration. Both vermiculite and
perlite are manufactured by heat processes which
sterilize them and are available in sealed packages
that keep them sterile.

Fine Sand, while not preferred, may be used in

mixes as it is readily available and usually less expen¬
sive than perlite. It is heavy and does not hold
moisture or nutrients. Mixes having a high sand con¬
tent contain mostly large pores that cannot hold onto
water and thus drain too quickly. Sand tends to
segregate during the mixing and handling of the mix
and settles to the bottom, becoming ineffective in
providing aeration to the mix. Sand should be
pasteurized before using.

Leaf Mold provides organic material and though
often recommended, is not uniform, may be con¬
taminated and should be pasteurized before using.

Humus is decaying organic matter, contains a
valuable source of nitrogen and essential mineral
elements for plant growth. It improves the mix
porosity and water retaining capacity. Humus is a
source of food for the beneficial soil bacteria which
fix nitrogen from the air and convert insoluble
organic and mineral components into soluble forms
suitable for plant use. The nutrient quality is
variable. Humus should be pasteurized before using.

Charcoal (in granular form) is neutral, (pH 7.0)
and has the capacity for absorbing and holding
nitrogen until the plant can use it. One grain will ab¬
sorb 80 times its own bulk of organic nitrogen given
off in the soil by the breakdown of various plant
foods. This gas (ammonia) is volatile and easily lost
from the soil. Charcoal also destroys injurious acids,
absorbs undesirable odors, keeps the soil sweet and
the pH level of the mix from becoming dangerous.
The value of charcoal to the mix cannot be over¬
emphasized.

Dolomite Lime (magnesium carbonate) pH 8.8 but
is variable, and has magnesium in addition to
calcium both of which plants need. The finer it is
ground the quicker it reacts to reduce acidity in the
potting mixture. As the peat moss component in the
mix disintegrates it makes the soil pH more acid.
Watering plants twice a month with 1 tablespoon of
dolomite lime per gallon of warm water, in place of
regular watering, helps to keep the acidity of the pot¬
ting mix from increasing. Ground limestone
(agricultural grade for lawns and gardens) is finely
ground calcium carbonate and disperses well
throughout the mix and may be used as a lime
source. The same is true of whiting (calcium car¬
bonate) used in whitewash.

Eggshells (pH 8.6), crushed or ground, are a source

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of slow release lime and provide aeration for the mix.
The eggshells are air dried before crushing or grind¬
ing.

Bloodmeal (pH 7.4) an organic source of nitrogen
and phosphorus.

Pumice (pH 8.4) varies, is a volcanic rock product
which when crushed provides various plant nutrients
and also aeration to the mix.

Since there is an insufficient amount of nutrients
generally in the mix components it may be desirable
to add some slow release nutrients (rock flours and
organics) to the mix. These are: Algit (Norwegian
seaweed) pH 5.0, has micronutrients (trace
elements) .

Bonemeal (pH 6.8), raw or steamed, provides
nitrogen and phosphorus.

Greensand (pH 3.1) is a source of iron and
potassium.

Rock Phosphate (pH 9.1) supplies calcium,
phosphorus and trace elements.

Fritted Trace Elements (FTE) provides trace
elements and should be used very sparingly as these
elements are needed in very minute quantities and
when used in excessive amounts are toxic to plants.

Fertosan is a commercial product which supplies
beneficial soil bacteria. Several kinds of bacteria are
needed to break down the organic material and in¬
soluble fertilizer components into soluble forms
which can be used by the plant. The beneficial
bacteria are usually found in good soil but the soilless
mix has no soil therefore it is desirable to provide a
bacterial activator for the mix. The powder is mixed
with warm water and incorporated throughout the
mix.

Fermate is sometimes used in the potting mix, at
the rate of 3 tablespoons per bushel of mix, to pre¬
vent crown rot.

Nemadde — a commercial nemacide may be add¬
ed to the mix if there is a serious problem with
nematodes. Carefully follow the directions for the
use of the nemacide.

This list is by no means complete but covers items
preferred by the author. It is often convenient to pro¬
vide the peat moss component, by using a commer¬
cial potting mix as a base and adding various com¬
ponents previously mentioned, to eliminate or
reduce excessive acidity in the mix, to bring the pH
into the range desired for Saintpaulias. Some com¬
mercial potting mixes with their pH are: Black Magic
African Violet Mix (6.4), Mica Peat (6.2), Redi-Earth
(4.4), Blue Whale (4.8 to 5.7), Envee (6.8), and Jungle
Growth African Violet Mix (7.2).

Sterilized potting mixes can be purchased at garden
supply centers, but indoor gardeners may wish to
sanitize the components, to be used for a soilless type
mix, which may not be pasteurized. The difference

between "sterilized" and "pasteurized" is that steriliz¬
ed indicates that all living organisms have been killed
while pasteurized denotes only those living
organisms harmful to plants have been killed and the
beneficial microorganisms have not been killed. Mix
components which have been in contact with the
ground or contaminated after being opened may be
pasteurized by heat treatment. Place moistened soil
in container with aluminum foil. Insert a meat or
candy thermometer through the foil and into the
center of the soil. Set oven to 200° F. and heat for 30
minutes after the soil temperature reaches 180° F. Do
not allow the temperature to go above 180° F. since
this may damage the beneficial bacteria. After treat¬
ment allow soil to cool before using.

MIX DESIGN FOR OPTIMUM pH

There are two major items that contribute greatly
to a successful mix design for Saintpaulias with an
optimum pH in the range of 6.5 to 7.0 as follows: (1)
Pre-testing the pH of each component to be used in
the mix, each time a new package is opened, and also
testing each completed batch of potting mix, ad¬
justing the pH as needed prior to using the mix. It is
expedient to guard against any unexpected pH varia¬
tions in a brand item or in various brands of the same
component. An inexpensive Sunbury pH testing kit
or a pH meter may be obtained from most garden
stores and is well worth the time and the trouble. (2)
Dampening the peat moss before incorporating it in¬
to the mix. If a commercial mix is used, some have
been treated with a wetting agent and some have not.
To be on the safe side treat the batch of mix with a
wetting agent before the slow release components are
added to it. This helps prevent segregation of the
dry, granular components during mixing, and also
applies to dolomite or lime to be incorporated in the
mix.

The water retention capacity of the mix is largely
dependent upon the peat moss component function¬
ing properly in this regard. A half-way measure will
doom the mix to partial failure at best, after plants
have been potted in it. A potting mix needs both the
optimum pH and optimum moisture retention to
provide optimum growth, as well as optimum
physical environmental factors. Mix failures are
mostly due to either the improper pH or lack of ade¬
quate drainage and/or water retention.

SEVERAL SOILLESS MIX FORMULAS

The 1-1-1 Mix is an original soilless potting mix
formula with equal volumes of peat moss, ver-
miculite and perlite. It is still a popular mix for
African violets.

Cornell Mix (example): 4 quarts shredded Cana¬
dian peat moss, 4 quarts vermiculite #2, 1 tablespoon
5-10-10 fertilizer, and 1 tablespoon grdiind
limestone.

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Lyndon Lyon's 3-2-1 Mix is composed of 3 parts
brown Canadian sphagnum peat moss, 2 parts #2
horticultural grade vermiculite and 1 part #3 perlite
(1/8" size — not fine). To each bushel of mix is added
10 level tablespoons of ground limestone, preferably
dolomitic. The pH should be between 6.0 and 7.0.
This mix is designed to be used with constant feeding
of Hyponex fertilizer, at the rate of Va teaspoon per
gallon of water, at each watering.

A Seattle Mix has 4 quarts of Black Magic AV pot¬
ting mix, 4 quarts Envee potting soil, 2 cups granular
charcoal, 2 cups perlite, 1 cup bonemeal, 1 cup
dolomite lime and 1 cup ground eggshells. If this mix
holds too much moisture for your conditions
(humidity) add more perlite. The pH is 7.1.

Author's Optimum pH Mix has provided reliable
success over the years and is as follows: 6 quarts
Black Magic AV Mix, 9 quarts Jungle Growth AV
Mix, 5 quarts perlite, 4 quarts vermiculite, 1 quart
charcoal granules, Vz quart crushed pumice rock, Va
cup blood meal, V4 cup bonemeal, y4 cup algit, V4
cup greensand, y4 cup phosphate rock (ground), y4
teaspoon trace elements. This makes 6 plus gallons of
mix with a pH of 6.9 and is moistened with Aqua
Soak wetting agent and adjusted (if necessary) for
optimum pH with dolomite lime. Add Fertosan
(bacterial activator) to mix.

Leaf Starting Mix is 2 cups vermiculite, 2 cups
perlite, 2 tablespoons charcoal, and 2 teaspoons
dolomite lime. This mix can also be used for small
plantlets.

Of course there are a great many good soilless
mixes and variations which are interesting to try but
the ultimate test is to find one which works well for
your growing conditions.

METHODS OF ADJUSTING THE MIX pH

First Method Reducing the acidity by adding
lime or reducing alkalinity by adding Gypsum. Ex¬
ample — After a batch of mix has been tested for pH
it was found to be too acid with a pH of 5.0. How do
you go about adjusting (raising) the pH? Don't ex¬
periment with the whole batch, just take a 1 pint
sample from the batch and add y4 teaspoon of
dolomite lime or other lime source to the sample. Mix
it well, record amount of lime added and test for pH.
If still too acid add another y4 teaspoon of lime,
check pH and record result. If this last test shows the
pH to be as desired fine. Note that a total of Vz
teaspoon of lime was added to the pint sample of
mix. This is equivalent to adding 1 teaspoon per
quart or 4 teaspoons per gallon of mix to be adjusted.
Then by finding the volume of your batch to be cor¬
rected — for example 5 gallons, multiply the amount
of lime to be added per gallon (4 teaspoons) times 5
(gallons) equals 20 teaspoons total lime to be added
to the mix batch to adjust the pH. If the amount of

lime was not sufficient to raise the pH to the level
wanted, continue adding lime at the y4 teaspoon rate
as before and check the pH until the desired pH is
reached. Thoroughly mix the batch and the added
dolomite lime together and the pH should test as
desired. If more than 2 tablespoons of lime per gallon
will be needed to raise the pH to the desired level, it is
not recommended that this be done as such an
amount may cause an overabundance of magnesium
or calcium in the mix.

Another example — A mix tested 7.5 and you wish
to reduce the alkalinity to pH 6.9. Proceed with a 1
pint sample from the batch and add y4 teaspoon of
gypsum (calcium sulfate), test the pH and record as
before. If not enough gypsum to reduce the pH to
6.9, then repeat with another y4 teaspoon of gypsum
added to the 1 pint sample, mix well,^ test the pH
again and record. When the desired pH is obtained in
the pint sample, calculate the total gypsum to be
added to the batch of mix and proceed similarly to
the previous example.

Second Method — Reduce the acidity or alkalinity
of the mix by adding a mix component like Jungle
Growth (7.2) to reduce the acidity or like peat moss
(3.5) to reduce the alkalinity. This method is the best
to use when the adjustment is not more than 0.5 pH,
say a mix with pH 6.4 is to be raised to pH 6.9. Take
a 1 quart sample and add Vz pint of mix component
(Jungle Growth) chosen to adjust the pH to the
desired level. Mix the sample and the added compo¬
nent and test for pH and record result. Continue this
procedure with each increment until the desired pH is
reached in the sample. Then add the proper amount
of Jungle Growth to the mix batch, mix thoroughly
and check the pH to verify the desired pH has been
reached.

Third Method is a combination of methods 1 and
2. Proceed with a sample of mix to be corrected using
a step by step method until the adjusted pH of the
sample reaches the desired pH. Then add the proper
amount of the corrective ingredients to the mix
batch, thoroughly mix and test for adjusted pH.

Selection of Mix Components may be improved by
selecting components with a pH close to 7.0, when
possible. If a mix component is very acid or alkaline
consider a substitution with a better pH nearer to
7.0. The greater the mix pH varies from the desired
pH the greater the difficulty in making a prudent ad¬
justment by adding lime or gypsum. A mix compo¬
nent, with a large volume, having an undesirable pH
may be reduced or eliminated by substituting
another component with similar physical properties
but having a better pH. Then the pH adjustment can
be made without unbalancing the mix proportions.
For example, if the peat moss being proposed for the
mix to be made is quite acid, say pH 4.0, it is recom-

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mended this peat moss not be used but a commercial
mix like Black Magic (6.4), Jungle Growth (7.2) or
Envee (6.8) be substituted in the mix formula, as any
one of the above components is much closer to the
normally desired pH. The adjusting procedure will
then be greatly simplified.

Other Mix Adjustments — - If a mix holds too much
water it may be adjusted by adding perlite for more
aeration and if the mix is too light or dries too quick¬
ly adjust by adding vermiculite for better water
retention. Both perlite and vermiculite are neutral
with a pH of 7.0 and will not change the mix pH. A
mix for use in automatic watering pots or for wick
watering pots generally holds too much water and
can be adjusted by adding perlite. This is a trial pro¬
cedure continued until the desired result is secured.

Changes of temperature and humidity may also
cause changes in the rate of evaporation and the mix
may be adjusted for the season. Also the amount of
watering may be adjusted to suit the plant needs. If
the soil in a pot becomes water-logged, remove the
plant from the pot, scrape off as much of the soggy
mix from the plant roots as possible and repot the
plant in fresh mix with less water retention capacity.
The difference between sunlight and fluorescent light
can cause differences in plant watering requirements
and the mix may need to be adjusted because plants
growing under optimum conditions generally require
more water than those with less than optimum condi¬
tions.

TESTING MIX FOR WATER HOLDING
CAPACITY AND DRAINAGE

The water holding capacity and drainage of a pot¬
ting mix is very critical. It is interesting to compare
two or more potting mixes in a performance test. The
test is relatively easy to do by steps as follows: (1)
Prepare a stand with several holes to hold 4" or 6"
pots with space below each pot to set a quart jar with
a funnel on top. (2) Prepare samples of your mix or
other mixes sufficient to fill the pots and let the mix
dry well. (3) Fill the pots uniformly, without pack¬
ing, to within one inch of the top. (4) Pour 1 pint of
water into a pot with mix and note length of time it
takes the water to start dripping into the quart jar
below and also note how much water comes from
each sample. Record date for each test. Compare
water retention capacity of each sample by
calculating the amount of water that hasn't dripped
through after the dripping stops (5) To test soil
drainage capacity wait until pot has stopped drip¬
ping. The soil is now saturated. (6) Pour in another
pint of water and note the time it takes for a full pint
of water to move through the soil and collect in the
jar under the pot. (8) Repeat the tests several times in
succession and note changes in water holding capaci¬
ty and rate of drainage as the first test may not be a

true representation of a potting mix or mixes.

These tests will give you some ideas to try out.
Compare different size pots or pots of different
materials, like clay and plastic, and see how the rate
of drainage and water holding capacity of a potting
mix can change under different conditions and also
with different mixes. Find the best mix and pot com¬
bination for your growing conditions.

VARIOUS COMMENTS

Water used to water plants should be as pure as
possible. Softened water should not be used as it is
toxic to plants. Water treated with chlorine and/or
fluorine causes problems and should stand for some
time prior to using to let the chlorine escape. The
fluorine will remain in the water and cannot be readi¬
ly removed. Water has a pH which varies con¬
siderably depending on the source. Rainwater, if
pure, is great for houseplants. However in this age,
the sulfur pollution in the air often contaminates the
rain water, forming sulfuric acid which is harmful to
plants. This condition is becoming more serious near
metropolitan and industrial areas. The contamina¬
tion is often carried many miles by the wind before it
is washed out of the atmosphere by rain. Drinking
water used to water plants also has a variable pH. All
these items have a bearing on the soil mix pH. In
areas which have "hard water" the use of distilled
water is recommended.

Commercial Fertilizer when added to the watering
water has a pH of its own, which affects the mix pH
to a greater or lesser degree. The following pH list
was prepared for solutions of Va teaspoon of liquid,
powder, or granular type fertilizer added to 1 gallon
of water: Peters 12-36-14 (6.3), Peters 5-50-17 (6.2),
Stim U-Plant 5-8-7 (7.0), Sturdy 0-15-14 (6.6), Liquid
Whale 6-2-1 (6.3), Fisher's Blend 4-6-5 (6.7), Schultz
10-15-10 (6.7), Ra-Pid-Gro 23-19-17 (6.7), Hyponex
7-6-19 (6.7), Spoonit 18-20-16 (6.9), Plant Marvel
12-31-14 (6.4), Black Magic 4-10-10 (7.0), Rx-15
15-30-15 (6.8), Hi Sol 20-20-20 (7.6), Fish 'N Six
14-6-8 (6.7). These readings were made using a
Beckman Electronic pH Meter. These pHs may vary.

Continued Use of Fertilizers has a tendency to
cause buildup of excess insoluble fertilizer salts which
forms a whitish deposit on the pot rim and causes the
soil pH to become more add. This condition is
prevalent with clay pots and can cause leaf petioles
which touch the edge of the pot to rot. Covering the
edge of the pot with aluminum foil protects the leaf
petioles from contact with the salts. Watering plants
with a dolomite lime solution will help keep this con¬
dition from becoming dangerous and reduces the in¬
creased acid pH condition.

Chelates are synthetic, organic substances which
keep copper, iron, zinc and manganese in water-
soluble form so that these micronutrients may be

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readily absorbed by the plant roots. Chelates are
used in speciality fertilizers, like Sequestrene
(chelated iron), to correct chlorosis (lack of green
color in a leaf) due to nutritional deficiency. It is
recommended that chelated iron be used about once
every four to six months in place of a regular water¬
ing, according to directions.

Variegated Foliage AVs may be affected by hot
weather above 75° F. and tend to lose their variega¬
tion. This is caused by the increased activity of the
beneficial bacteria and occurs during hot weather
when the bacteria release nitrogen at an increased
rate from the potting mix. It is advisable to use fer¬
tilizers with a low nitrogen number until the weather
cools and then resume the regular fertilizer program.

Watering Small Plants is best performed by direct¬
ing the water toward the side of the pot and away
from the plant to prevent crown rot. This happens
more often because the center of the small plant is so
close to the level of the soil that water splashes into
the crown and may cause crown rot.

STORAGE OF MIX

The secret of keeping a batch of potting mix in
good and unsegregated condition is to keep it damp
and not let it dry out. This is accomplished by storing
the mix at room temperature in a galvanized metal or
a plastic container having a cover. Keep the cover on
the container to prevent loss of moisture and con¬
tamination of the mix by insects or disease. The
beneficial bacteria in the mix show little activity at
temperatures below 50° F. A dried out mix is in no
condition to be used for potting plants and may be
the cause of future watering or fertilizing problems.
Never fertilize a plant while the soil is dry. Moisten
the soil, if necessary, prior to applying the fertilizer.
CONCLUSION

Indoor houseplant gardeners, who expect better
than average results from their African violets, must
remember that the most important determinants of
good plant growth are the soil, water, nutrients and
the environmental effects of light, temperature and
humidity.

- 4 -

My Experience With Thrips

Marie C. Deschamps
4703 1st Street W., Apt. 395
Bradenton, FL 33507

If you have raised African violets for many years
as I have, I am sure you have had a few trials along
with joys.

I would like to share with others my experience
with thrips and what worked for me to get rid of
them.

A little over two and one half years ago I moved
from New Jersey to Florida. I had to part with many
of my violets but I was determined to bring 16 of my
favorites with me. Much to my dismay after packing
the car there was only room for eight of them. I left
behind the other eight with my daughter-in-law.

The violets made the trip fairly well and after a
period of adjustment to a new environment they
started to show off once again. I found a grower here
in Florida and replaced the others I had left behind.
I've added to my collection until to-day I have 35
beautiful violets.

A few months ago I noticed the blossoms weren't
lasting the way they always did and that they seemed
to dry up and I'd have to remove them long before I
should. I couldn't seem to see anything wrong with
them until one morning when the lights came on I
thought I saw something move on the blossoms. It
was so tiny and I touched the blossom and sure
enough something moved again. I went for my trusty
can of "House and Garden Raid" and I sprayed all

the plants. I then noticed pollen on some of the
leaves. This was a new experience for me. What
could these creatures be?

I got out the last six issues of AV magazine and
started looking for help. I soon found out what I had
was thrips and that they were almost impossible to
get rid of. I found three articles, one in Sept. 1979,
page 33; one in Jan. 1980, page 21; one in Mar. 1980,
page 17. After I read these articles I had visions of
perhaps losing all these beauties who were 18 or more
inches across and full of blooms. I was determined to
fight and fight I did.

I took all of them out onto my screened porch. I
sprayed them three times a day with house and
garden raid. I removed blossoms and leaves and
before the week was over they looked like picked
chickens. I was heart broken. Two of my favorites,
'Ballet Marta', and 'Abbey' suffered more than the
others from this harsh treatment.

After about a week and a half I brought them back
in the house and gave them a bath and put them back
under lights. They all survived, some came thru this
traumatic experience better than others. It will take
them some time yet before they will be the beauties
they had been. They appear as happy as I that we
have licked the thrips.

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Mrs. C. S. Hawley
3498 Sciotangy Drive
Columbus, OH 43221

November thru March

It is January — the beginning of another year!
Many resolutions have been made and, of course,
some of them have already been broken. It is the time
of the year that I call the "duldrums". The joy and
the celebrations of the Holidays are over, the
Christmas decorations have been stored for another
year, and life begins to resume its normal pace. But
how slow it seems! The days are short; the nights are
long; it is a somber time!

But there is one place where I can find color and
signs of life. It is my violet room. There is work to be
done here. This is the time when I pot new plantlets,
clean the shelves, soak the used pots and transplant
older plants. I enjoy every minute of it; all sense of
time disappears.

When the work is done I can select the plants
which just might be show plants and put them in the
choice places on the shelves; then I step back and
take a good look. It is beautiful! The wind may howl
around the windows and the snow may keep me
from my chosen hiking places but I can still say with
the poet, "God's in His heaven and all's right with the
world!".

QUESTION — My violets are suffering from
droopy leaves with little growth in the centers. The
leaves also curl under a bit. The soil, I notice, has a
sour smell when I sniffed it. What causes the soil to
turn sour and are the droopy leaves characteristic of
sour soil? Is there a cure or a prevention for this
problem?

ANSWER — The wilted leaves and lack of growth
are an indication that you have lost the roots of your
plants. I believe that your soil is much too heavy and
that it has been kept much too wet. When a soil con¬
tains too much in the way of very fine particles it will
become packed in the pot and this will prevent aera¬
tion. The exchange of air and water in the soil is a
very important part of the growth process. If the soil
is too heavy and is constantly being overwatered an
anaerobic action sets in which causes matter to
decompose. Anaerobes are micro-organisms that
grow where there is no air or free oxygen. They grow
and multiply by creating their own oxygen from the
organic matter in the soil. This will cause it to

become "sour" and foul smelling. Violets will not
grow in such a condition; the roots will die and even¬
tually the plant will expire.

Removing your plants from this soil and trans¬
planting them into a lighter mix will save your violet
collection. Do not use the same soil or continue to
overwater. Water only when the soil feels dry to the
touch at its surface. It will be well to lighten it by
adding some perlite or vermiculite to it. Whatever
your watering procedure is, it should be changed;
your violets must have a lighter soil so that there is a
free exchange of air and water. This will permit the
roots to function in the proper manner. You might
consider one of the soilless mixes that have been used
successfully for so many years. See my column in the
November 1978 issue of the African Violet Magazine
or the January 1979 issue.

QUESTION — I have been talking with a person
of considerable knowledge about plant insects and
have been told that Benomyl can be used to control
mites. Have you ever heard of this treatment?

ANSWER — This was new knowledge for me and
so I wrote to the Bonide Chemical Co., who
distributes this product and this is the answer which
they gave me:

"In response to your letter, the answer is yes. We
have often observed that Benomyl can have an effect
on mite populations. This has been observed
especially on fruit trees. The effect appears to be a
reduction in viability of mite eggs. We have not at¬
tempted to claim control of mites on our labeling
since specific miticidal products would probably be
needed in many cases to get the desired control".

You will notice that they do not make any recom¬
mendation for its use on African violets.

QUESTION — My violets have a desperate prob¬
lem. This is the second summer that I have experi¬
enced the same thing. It begins with the first heat
wave in July. The centers are curled and twisted and
it looked exactly like cyclamen mites. The
Agriculture people came and took samples. They
wrote that it was mites. I also sprayed, which they
suggested, and that seemed to help a few of them.
This year my plants were all doing well until the first

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heat wave in May. I again called the State man; he
diagnosed the problem, again, as mites but gave me
no suggestions as to what to do. Now my question is:
Since this problem develops during the summer
months when it is so hot, can it be possible that it
could be the heat rather than the mites that is causing
the problem?

ANSWER — I believe that part of the problem can
be blamed on too much heat, especially at the time of
the year when temperatures are in their 90's but I do
not believe that it would be wise to rule out cyclamen
mites entirely. There is an excellent article about
them in the June 1978 Issue of the African Violet
Magazine: Vol. 30, No. 3 on page 16. If you do not
have a copy it is available from the A VS A Office,
P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901. This article
stresses that cyclamen mites become more active in
the summer or during times of high temperatures. It
will give you some good suggestions on how to com¬
bat the problem also. The cost of the magazine is
$1.25.

QUESTION — I have all my violets in 4 V2 " pots. I
thought that this size would be large enough. But
lately I have noticed that roots are coming out the
bottom holes and attaching themselves to the blanket
matting in the bottom of the trays. Some plants are
so large (20"-22" across) that the leaves droop down
and touch the bottom trays. Nearly everything I read
cautions against potting in too large a pot. Should I
go to 6" or 8" pots?

ANSWER — It is very evident that your plants are
under-potted. In times past, when I was not
migrating every six months, I grew lovely large
violets that size and I felt that they did much better in
6" pots. They were shallow clay pots, however,
called "pans" or "azaleas". The shallowness, I think,
is very important. Violets can be potted in too much
soil. You could, also, at this time, trim the root ball
and strip away some of the outer leaves of the plants
and re-pot them again in CLEAN 4y2" pots. This will
not harm them and they will do much better than
trying to continue to grow them on as they are. If
you do this, be very sure that the root ball is cut at
the bottom so that there will be ample room in the
pot for fresh soil around the stem of the plant at the
top. This stem will be exposed when the outer older
leaves have been removed.

QUESTION — I purchased a plant from a local
grower about six weeks ago. Suddenly its leaves
began to turn yellow. I also noticed yellow specks on
the center leaves. Then the plant went limp and when
it failed to respond to its last watering I knocked it
out of the pot to look at its roots. What a horrible
surprise! The roots were brown and most of them fell
away with the soil. Loads of tiny white bugs were
scurrying around them. But worse yet, I saw hairlike
white worms weaving in and out of the roots, too. I

have seen the same creatures attacking onions in the
garden years ago. One look at the bugs and worms
and it went into the garbage can. I have been spray¬
ing for thrips all this time. Is there any connection
between them and these other insects? The other
violets in my collection seem fine and in good color
and condition. Could they also be infected? I use soil
purchased from this same local grower and I always
re-pot any new plants that I buy in this soil as soon as
I get them home. Dy-syston is always added to this
mix. What are these creatures and how can I be sure
that they are not in the other plants?

ANSWER — I am of the opinion that your most
serious problem is the little white bugs. They have
nothing to do with the thrips or the hairlike worms.
Although these bugs are not very common it is quite
possible that they are symphlids. These creatures are
small white bugs that feed on plant roots. They are
very sensitive to light and when exposed to it they
will scurry quickly toward cover. The only way that
they can be destroyed is through soil sterilization.
Permitting the soil, in which they are found to
become quite dry will cut down on the population.
They can exist only in a moist dark condition. The
small white worms are, I believe, a member of the
earth worm family. They are not as harmful to a
plant, preferring the humus in the soil to feed on.
Both of these pests are difficult to destroy except by
soil sterilization. In the November 1980 issue of the
Magazine I have given my method for sterilizing soil.

The yellow specks which you mention on the
center leaves could be salts deposits or some
discoloration from material in the soil.

My best and only advice to you is to try and pro¬
tect the rest of your plants from this infestation. If
they are not setting on separate saucers then there is a
possibility that these bugs could have traveled from
plant to plant over the stones or whatever you use in
the bottom of your trays. The roots of all the plants
must be examined. I believe that it would be ad¬
visable when you re-pot again to use soil which you
have sterilized yourself. The soil which you are using
is, evidently, not sterile; either it was not sterilized
when mixed or it has been re-contaminated after
packaging. Your trays, pebbles or whatever you use
should be washed in a 10% liquid clorine bleach and
warm water. Dy-syston has a wide range of effec¬
tiveness on insects, I am told, but evidently it will not
kill the bugs and worms which you have found in
your soil. It is toxic to humans, however, and I
would never advise its use in a light garden.

QUESTION — I have not had very good results
using a soilless mix on my violets and I do not know
which kind of packaged mixes are best. Can you
recommend to me a violet soil mix other than your
soilless mix?

ANSWER — I have very close friends in Colum-

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bus who are consistent growers of good violets. They
do not use a soilless mix. They are Mr. and Mrs.
Elmer Lusk. Mr. Lusk is a person who is always
searching for a better method of growing violets and
when I asked him if he would be willing to let me
reveal his soil mix in my column he was most
generous and gracious. He says that he is constantly
making improvements and this last mix is giving him
very good results. This is it:

2 Quarts Metro Mix 300

IV2 Quarts Coarse Perlite

IV2 Quarts Agriculture Vermiculite (No. 2 or
No. 3)

1 Quart Milled Sphagnum Peat Moss

2 Tablespoons Dolomite

1 Tablespoon Superphosphate

1 Tablespoon Landmark Plant Pep (formula

6-12-12)

V4 Teaspoon Peters Fritted Trace Elements

1 Teaspoon Banrot

He further states that this is a lighter soil than they
have been using and that this formula has eliminated
their crown rot problem. He finds that it requires
more frequent watering, however. He recommends it
for wick watered plants because of its lighter con¬
sistency.

QUESTION — I use a commercial African violet
soil which is labeled sterile and add vermiculite,
perlite and peat moss. I cannot get a pH soil testing
below 7.0; it is usually 7.5. How can I reduce this to
the desired 6. 4-6. 9?

ANSWER — Decreasing the amount of commer¬
cial mix and increasing the sphagnum peat in the
same amount should help to lower the pH. I would
not worry too much, however, about a reading of
7.0 when you first mix your soil. The peat and the
fertilizers are both acid and the soil will become more
acid as you feed your plants.

QUESTION — Is there any difference between
Sphagnum Peat Moss, Milled Sphagnum moss or
Canadian Peat?

ANSWER — All types of peat that you mention
are the same but the Milled Sphagnum Moss is fresh
sphagnum that has been dried and ground; it is usual¬
ly used for planting seeds. Sphagnum Peat and Cana¬
dian Peat are partially decomposed sphagnum moss.
This is the only type of peat that I would recommend
for use in violet soil. If your soil has the black
Michigan peat in it, then I would not use it. It is
much too fine for African violet soil. It will eventual¬
ly mat, making the soil too heavy and there will be
danger of over-watering. The soil will become wet
and soggy decreasing the chance for good air
penetration.

QUESTION — Do I need to add the trace elements
of which you speak to a commercially mixed soil or

do you need to add it to only soilless mixes?

ANSWER — Not knowing what soil you are refer¬
ring to, it is difficult for me to make a recommenda¬
tion. There may be some trace elements in it. Violet
soil needs so little I have never felt is necessary to add
it even to my soilless mix. However, I always use a
fertilizer formula that contains trace elements in it.
You will notice that some of them on the market will
mention them on the label and some will not. Plant
Marvel is one which I use and also Miracle-Gro
15-30-15. Peters has a new formula called Peat-lite
(15-16-17) that contains the trace elements. I have
just begun to use it alternately with these others.

QUESTION — What would be the difference be¬
tween Peter's Fritted Trace Elements and Peter's
Soluble Trace Elements?

ANSWER — I find in my catalogues that describe
both, the fritted trace elements and soluble elements
distributed by Peters that the difference is in the im¬
mediate availability to the soil and its lasting
qualities. Fritted trace elements are a slow steady
supply releasing the nutrients up to one year. The
soluble trace elements become immediately available
to the soil and will leach out in time and have to be
re-applied at intervals. As to which is better I do not
know because, as I have already mentioned, I do not
use them.

QUESTION — What causes those ugly necks on
violets? Can it be prevented? Is it a natural growth? I
read that I have to cut off ALL of the roots, part of
the neck, scrape it until some green shows and then
re-pot it. If there are no roots left, what size pot
should I re-pot it in?

ANSWER — Those long ugly necks are usually
caused when the outer old leaves die from lack of soil
nutrients or from some disease organism. They will
just drop away from the stem. Sometimes this will
happen when the plant becomes root bound and
lacks sufficient soil in the pot to maintain the plant in
active growth. This can be remedied by transplanting
the plants into a larger pot with fresh soil before the
neck becomes too long and unsightly. If the neck
becomes too long then it becomes necessary to cut it
away from the roots and to re-pot it as you have
mentioned. It will be necessary to remove some of
the outer leaves from the stem leaving only a few
center leaves. The stem should be no longer than 3
inches. It should then be potted into a small pot no
larger than 3 inches. A growing medium of 2 parts
vermiculite and 1 part perlite will hold the plant
securely in place until the roots again begin to grow
around the stem. It is treated in the same manner as
one would plant a leaf cutting.

QUESTION — Every once in a while I notice that
some of my violets will have 2 or 3 crowns. Is this
caused by suckers that I have failed to remove? Will
a sucker grow into an extra crown? Are these plants

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

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less likely to bloom if they have more than one
crown? It seems that way with mine.

ANSWER — Those extra crowns are suckers that
have been permitted to remain on the violet. They
have become another plant. It is best to keep these
suckers removed as soon as they are discovered. A
small nut pick or tweezers are handy instruments to
use for this. Suckers can become so thick around the
stem of the plant that light is prohibited from getting
into the crown; this can cause a loss of bloom.

QUESTION — I have started to use your soilless
mix formula but I find that the soil dries out too fast
and that I have to water my plants every day. This
does not seem right. What am I doing wrong?

ANSWER — I have grown violets for so many
years I have forgotten that there are many who do
not share this long learning experience. I have taken
too much for granted and I apologize. I should have
been more specific with my directions for mixing my
soil formula. You will notice that when peat is pur¬
chased it is very dry; almost like dust particles.
Before it is used, it must be dampened. After it has
been measured into a mixing container, warm water
must gradually be sprinkled over it. Pour the water
over the surface, then mix it with your hands. Repeat
this procedure until the peat feels damp and moist to
the touch. The vermiculite and perlite can then be
added to it. A final light watering will be necessary
after all this is mixed together. The soil should cling
slightly together in a soft ball. It is then time to add
the Dolomite and Bonemeal, then mix all this
thoroughly together. If the peat does not get com¬
pletely dampened the water will not penetrate
through the pot and will run off the top. When pot¬
ting, the moist soil should be packed well around the
roots and then watered again. If not enough soil is
packed around these roots the water will run directly
through it and not penetrate. When first the plant has
been potted, it is important that the soil be complete¬
ly saturated. This may take a second or third applica¬
tion. After this the plant should be watered only
when the top of the soil feels dry to the touch.

QUESTION — My plants are all quite "leggy"
with petioles from 3 to 6 inches long. They also seem
to be reaching up toward the light. I bum a 40 watt
fluorescent fixture which is about 8 to 12 inches from
the plants. It is on 14 hours a day. There is a
decorative clear plastic shield between it and my
plants. I have noticed that there seems to be rather
poor root growth on my plants also. What is the
problem?

ANSWER — The length of the petioles on your
violets is a good indication that they are not getting
enough light. The decorative plastic shield which you
have between your plants and the light is cutting
about 20% of your light from reaching them.

Greenhouse growers, who have been using plastic in
double layers for insulation purposes, have learned
this fact also. If possible, I think that you will see an
improvement in the growth of your plants if you will
remove this decorative shield.

POISON PEAT MOSS?

Charles E. Sledge, M.D.

Box 97, Mississippi State Hospital
Whitfield, MI 39193

I would like to call to the attention of the readers
of the African Violet Magazine what I believe is an
error contained in the article "Poison Peatmoss?" by
Andy and Carol Anderson in the September, 1980
issue of the magazine.

Specifically, I would like to address the statement
that "sphagnum peat moss is 'fungistatic', meaning
the organic acids present are able to hold down any
infection". Sporotrichum shenckii is a pathogenic
fungus capable of producing human disease called
Sporotrichosis. Most cases of this disease come about
by abrasion. The disease has been known to be an
occupational hazard of florists and horticulturists for
many years and the fungus has been isolated from
sphagnum moss.* It has been well established that
many human cases have been directly related to
handling sphagnum peat moss. This information can
be verified by consulting standard medical texts in¬
cluding "Manual of Clinical Mycology", Third Edi¬
tion, by Conant, Smith, Baker and Callaway,
published by W. B. Saunders Company, 1971; or the
"Textbook of Microbiology", Twentieth Edition, by
William Burrows, Ph.D., published by the W. B.
Saunders Company, 1973.

(ED. NOTE; We did not anticipate any contro¬
versy over Andy and Carol Anderson's article but we
are glad to publish Dr. Sledge's additional informa¬
tion concerning sphagnum peat moss.)

‘Gastineau, F. M., L. W. Spolyar, and E. Haynes. 1941. Sporotrichosis.

Report of six cases among florists. J. Amer. Med. Assn. 117:1074-1077.

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SHOW ENTRY TAGS

Do you need entry tags for your African violet
shows?

Then purchase them from The African Violet
Society, Inc., P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, Tenn.,
37901.

The show entry tags are selling at $2.50 per
hundred — so send check to A VS A for the
number you'll need, and you'll find yourself rid of
a lot of bother and worry.

This is just another service being provided
members by A VS A.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

12

BUGS: Eradication
Or Population Control

Dale Eyerdom

Granger Gardens, 1060 Wilbur Road
Medina, OH 44256
(This is part one of a two part article)

The title, simple as it seems, is more truth than fic¬
tion, and maybe will shed some light on a few insect
problems. Plant predators can generally be categor¬
ized into one of two classes under NORMAL
environmental conditions. We cannot, on a commer¬
cial basis, guarantee a test tube atmosphere to grow,
sell, and ship plants. Being located in a temperate
area, all are fair game for every predator that may be
present, and abundant outdoors during the warm
months, and year-round in the southern states,
where frosts do not provide a partial means of con¬
trol. Open ventilators, doors, and windows provide
the entry points for pests tempted by an abundant
supply of food and lodging, namely, the African
violet. Friends, visitors, and customers may also pro¬
vide the free transportation from one infested source
to a clean area. It is not unlikely that a hobbyist,
unknowingly, after working with a few mite infested
plants, may visit a neighbor, who at this point does
not have mites, and then the party of the second part
is blessed with the problems of the party of the first
part. This is an innocent transaction, but it does hap¬
pen quite frequently. Communication of predatory
plant pests can be made in many different ways: by
exposure at shows, from seller to buyer, and air cur¬
rents bringing the warm breezes up from the south
during the spring season. For our southern friends,
don't get mad at me for this last statement, because
we sent them down to you last fall on our cool north¬
ern breezes. Migratory pests can travel several hun¬
dred miles a day when airborne during seasonal
changes.

ERADICATION, meaning to eliminate almost
100% from a growing area can be done only with
pests that lack mobility, and are not predators of
outdoor flora native to your area. We feel that we
can eradicate these pests with careful cultural prac¬
tices. Included in this group would be the Pritchard
Soil Mealy Bug, foliar mealy bug, and Root Knot
Nematode, plus a few others.

POPULATION CONTROL, and not eradication
of such pests as thrips, aphids, and mites, among
others is the best that we can hope to accomplish. In
other words it would be impossible for us or any
other grower to say that they will not ever have ex¬
posure and resulting involvement from any of the

three specific pests mentioned. The mite that you are
convinced came from a shipper probably is your own
home grown strain. Prevention is the name of the
game, and at best this can never be 100% effective.
There is always the chance that one or two or maybe
a few hundred of them might come in an open door
or window, and at this point it is like being a little bit
pregnant, you have a problem. All of a sudden this
happens to NICE people like you, so it is time to do
something about it.

The purpose of this article is to be helpful to the
hobbyist and the grower. I feel that a communication
gap does exist between the commercial grower and
the home grower or even the small retailer, and
maybe I can shed some light on what heretofore has
been a strained area, resulting in misunderstandings
and unfair accusations.

Far too many articles have been written, and
authorities (?) quoted regarding the control of the
eight-legged predator, commonly called the
cyclamen mite and a few other choice unprintable
names, by well intended experts. Let me start by say¬
ing that the mite is the most easily controlled of the
serious African violet pests, both by the amateur and
the commercial grower. The symptoms are visible
even though the pest is undetectable. The damage ap¬
pears quickly, and is above ground. The recovery is
fast and positive if the correct measures are taken
properly. Mite damage results from the predator
sucking plant juices from the most tender part of the
plant. The invasive feeding results in the removal of
water and nutrient from the tissue with the resulting
distortion. Damage is always evident in the young
heart growth and blossom stems along with mature
blossom tissue. Kill the mite and the plant regains
normal growth patterns. Kel thane, if used properly,
is still the best miticide for mite which feeds on the
African violet. Unfortunately the abusive use of
Kelthane, either too strong or too often, will
manifest itself in visual tissue distortion not unlike
the mite damage itself. Too light an application or
too infrequent will result in incomplete control.
Please note that I have used the word control, as I
stated earlier that eradicative measures are not possi¬
ble regarding mites. There is no way any grower can

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

13

insure his or her plants to be forever free of mites
without preventive spray measures. When the
damage appears, a scapegoat is needed, I repeat, and
it usually is the person the plant was obtained from.
Assuming normal growth rate, if a plant is apparent¬
ly free of the symptoms for fourteen days after pur¬
chase, and then mite appears, it would most likely be
of your own home grown strain and not that of the
shipper. I feel that Kelthane, as we apply it, has
about a twenty-one day residual effect.

We receive numerous phone calls every year re¬
garding mite damage. About one-half of the callers
use no prevent- or cure-measures, the other one-half use
too much. Those who do not call regarding this
problem are the ones who recognize the need of, and
do employ a regular spray program. For those of you
who use no pesticides and are successful, congratula¬
tions. If you do have to throw a plant away every
now and then that has a snarled heart, it must have
been something the cat did to it or maybe the florist
sold you a bum plant, but it couldn't have been
mites. The rare exception to local outside contamina¬
tion could be the person living in an apartment in a
city where there is little or no plant material nearby,
or an Eskimo living on an ice flo. To recommend a
"No miticide" program is sheer nonsense. Sooner or
later you are going to get caught, along with all the
folks you have coached. Since the 8-legged predator
group is wingless, travel inside a building where no
strong drafts are, is very slow. Communication is
usually accomplished by handling, suckering or
grooming plants, one after another. Usually, if one
infested plant is detected, and discarded, the prob¬
ability of wide spread involvement is minimal, or at
least not throughout an entire collection overnight.
Under these conditions, when you throw the plant
away, the pest is removed. In my opinion, the "No
Chemical" approach is like the ostrich hiding its head
in the sand: something is liable to kick it in the rump.

Now we come to the Chemical Wizard. This guy
can't wait to get his hands on everything and
anything that is offered and this character provides a
real menace to the world of ornamental horticulture.
Since an overdose of Kelthane has the same visual ef¬
fect on the plant, he doubles up on the strength and
hits them again, hard enough to kill the pot. With the
damage further compounded, he is more than ever
convinced that the so-and-so who sold him the plants
should be horse- whipped. At this point, a word of
caution. There are several new systemics on the
market that are murder on violets. By following the
directions, which are for more hardy plants, the
phyto toxic effects are very pronounced, and similar
to mite damage. The use of any new insecticide
should be done slowly and carefully. Consult a
reputable grower who has experience with the pest

and plant that you are trying to raise. A few in¬
dividuals have sent plants to Universities for
diagnosis and recommendations. Since violets are a
minor crop with most Hort schools, very little time
and effort has been made in research and consequent¬
ly your sample may end up with a first year student
who could care less. This is not meant to be a blanket
condemnation of Hort schools, but has nevertheless
been true in many instances we have seen.

Along with the Chemical Wizard, we have God's
gift to the world of Entomology. This individual,
armed with his text books and microscope is an in¬
stant expert. He can identify all pests, even some that
have not yet been invented. Not only can he identify
all of the bug kindgom, but he has a flair for jour¬
nalism so that he can spread the word, further com¬
pounding an already intricate problem.

As far as mite control on violets is concerned,
recognize the signs indicating an onset, employ a
regular preventive spray, and curative treatment for
those infected. There is no excuse for any collection
being wiped out if these measures are followed. You
need not own an expensive microscope. In many
cases the only thing that happens with these is an ad¬
ditional case of plant hypochondria. Pay attention to
the plant growth. This is the true indicator of the
presence or absence of a plant predator. Look for the
initial retarded center growth, the accompanying
crossed, thickened hairs. If blossom stems are present
look for suspicious twisting or spiralling. Look for
ruptured pigment in open blossom tissue resulting in
dark spots or streaks where they are not supposed to
be. If you detect and treat at this stage, your prob¬
lems will be minimal. On a poorly growing plant
with slow growth, the symptoms will be slower ap¬
pearing and the repair slower. Remember, killing the
predator will not repair the damage. It is permanent.
The repair will have to be from new growth to regain
normal plant configuration. Not understanding this
is one of the reasons that the conclusion is made that
the mite is Kelthane resistant. Re-applications will
result in further insult to plant tissue. The watch¬
word is patience. The generic name for Kelthane is
DICOFOL. Use the 18% emulsifiable concentrate at
a rate of one teaspoon per gallon at 30-day intervals
for prevention. Repeat at 10-day intervals if mite is
present. The Mammalian Toxicity of Kelthane is
very low, requiring only a caution label on the con¬
tainer. BEWARE OF ANY ALDICARB systemics.
These are for professional use only and rank right up
with the Parathions as toxic to humans. Unfortunate¬
ly this chemical is being mis-used by many in¬
dividuals who should know better.

For those of you readers in the post Geritol set, the
old method of mite control was the use of Sodium
Selenate, diluted one gram to one gallon of water and

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

14

used as a soil drench. The danger to both plant and
grower was extremely high since the chemical was of
a very potent toxic nature. Misuse, either in over¬
dosing or using on plants with a poor root system
resulted in severe plant damage or death. The
residual effect of the Selenate was about the only real
advantage, plus the fact that it was about the only
thing available at that time, before the introduction
of Kel thane and several other good miticides. This
chemical would not be used or sold today, except to
certified professionals, if even then. At any rate,
modem chemistry has given us many useful tools
that can accomplish worthwhile results if we under¬
stand them, and use them properly. Unfortunately,
the dosage normally recommended on the container
is for general crop usage, applicable to the major
floral crops, and not violets specifically, which as a
plant group cannot tolerate this amount of applica¬
tion without serious damage. When using any new
pesticide, make haste slowly. We spent two full years
testing new insecticides to replace Parathion vapor
when it was removed from the market. We were able
to use the vapor form of Vapona as a useful and ex¬
cellent substitute. Due either to economic reasons or
Federal restrictions, Vapona bombs are no longer
available so we are going through the same situation
all over again.

Regarding new chemicals, whether on a commer¬
cial or hobby basis, BE CAREFUL, primarily for
your own protection, and secondly for the damage
that may be inflicted to the plant. Earlier in this arti¬
cle, reference was made to the chemical ALDICARB,
which is one of the most potent systemics now on the
market. This warning is in regards to the harmful ef¬
fect it may have on you, the plant hobbyist. But let's
talk a little bit about ACEPHATE. Used as directed,
this is murder on violets, the tissue distortion taking
up to a year to grow back to normalcy, if at all. Being
a systemic, usually too much is absorbed into the
plant system with no chance of removing it. The in¬
structions contained on most containers are definite¬
ly not violet oriented. I don't mean to imply that the
chemical cannot be useful in the future, but it is
dangerous from a phytotoxic standpoint if general
directions are followed as they appear on the bottle.
In all fairness to the manufacturer, they do not
recommend use on gloxinias, and since violets and
gloxinias share the same family, namely, the
gesneriad, it would seem likely that the same caution
should apply to the violet. A word to the wise should
be sufficient. Regarding Mammalian toxicity, even
though ACEPHATE is sold only with a caution label,
accidental ingestion of the concentrate would
manifest itself as a Cholinesterase inhibitor and the
antidote would be similar to, if not identical to, that
for an Organo-phosphate accident, requiring the use

of Atropine Sulphate or 2-PAM as an antidote under
doctor's orders.

Whenever any chemicals are used, other than
other ordinary home-type poisons, such as lye, am¬
monia, and countless others, a list of these should be
maintained, and in the case of ingestion, absorption,
or inhalation, and given to your attending physician
if illness occurs during their usage. Be sure to take the
container with you since most contain antidotes
which may be unfamiliar to the local emergency
room staffs. DO NOT STORE OR PURCHASE any
pesticide in an unmarked container. After using the
contents, destroy the container so that it will not be
accidentally re-used for food or water for human
consumption.

Due to the lengthy involvement regarding pests and
their treatment, from a commercial grower's stand¬
point the conclusion of this article will be in the next
issue.

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Dixie Convention
Set in Beaumont

Dates for the Dixie AVS spring Convention/ Show
have been set as March 10-11 at the Red Carpet Inn
in Beaumont with a Judges' School scheduled for the
opening day, Mar. 10. Suzy Johnson of Orlando, FL
will be the instructor. Registration will open at 10
a.m. Mar. 11 and plants will be entered from 1 to 9
p.m. A reception and slide show by Gus Becker of
Beaumont will be held in the evening. Hazel Hebert
of Nederland is the convention chairman.

On Mar. 12 the commercial plant sales will get
under way and the show will be open from 4 to 6
p.m. Workshops dealing with gesneriads, minis, ar¬
rangements and research are scheduled for the day,
climaxing with a Texas chuck wagon barbecue at 7
p.m. W. T. Oliver, former Texas state representative
and a "Cajun" humorist of wide renown, will be the
speaker with entertainment by The Westernaires of
Nederland.

On Mar. 13, the show will be open all day with a
banquet at 7 p.m. Highlight' of the day's activities
will be a tour of the Golden Triangle, including Port
Arthur, Orange and Beaumont, with luncheon at
Googan's on Pleasure Isle in Port Arthur. Conven¬
tion visitors will also be guests at the Becker Printing
Company, where the AVSA African Violet
Magazine is published.

Convention registrations and reservations are to
be made with Mildred Mitchell, 3755 West Linwood
Drive, Beaumont, TX 77703.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

15

Confessions Of A Hard-Core Procrastinator

Karen Anderson Lynch
5 Mill Street
Bloomfield, NJ 07003

You can say what you will about over/under-
watering, too much/too little sun or humidity, and
feast/f amine fertilizing.

You can talk about pots, pH, and physiology until
you're blue in the face.

/ say the most common cause of plant demise is
that all-too-human quality some of us have in such
abundance — procrastination.

Now, some might quibble that procrastination is
the same as neglect, which, as everyone knows, takes
its toll of plants, too. But there's an essential differ¬
ence. The neglectful person goes about his horticul¬
tural business knowing full well that Plant X won't
make it unless such-and-such is done. And so he
doesn't do it (probably subconsciously hoping that
the specimen in question will, in fact, die, so he can
wash his hands of the whole messy affair).

The procrastinator, on the other hand, takes at
least a few preliminary steps toward rehabilitation.
He removes the ailing plant from its customary spot
and places it on the kitchen counter. He makes a note
to buy perlite/fertilizer/insecticide/new curtains so
he can repot/feed/debug/shade his leafy friend at the
next possible opportunity. He waters it from time to
time (usually with the last few drops left from dous¬
ing the Ficus). And finally, when the plant bites the
dust, he vows contritely never again to do all the
above. So, you see, he does care — even if in a hit-
and-miss way.

I know all this because, as any of my friends can
attest. I'm a procrastinator par excellence.

Let me illustrate with a few brief examples.

A number of years ago, in the first throes of green
fever, I was surveying my five or six magnificent
assorted plants when I noticed that one didn't look
quite right. Some of its leaves were speckled yellow;
others were growing distortedly; still others had
withered and dropped off.

One of my friends owned eight or nine plants and
seemed a lot more knowledgeable than I, so a couple
of weeks later I called her in as consultant. "Spider
mite," she said sympathetically. She showed me the
backsides of the leaves, which by now were teeming
with the wretched creatures, and the fine webs
stretched between stem and axils.

"If I were you," she advised, "I'd give this plant a
good bath in warm, soapy water. Or, better yet,
chuck it out."

Chuck it out? Neverl But the bath routine sounded
like a good idea. So — a month or so later — I filled

the sink as directed and prepared for a scrubdown.

By this time, though, the patient (a false aralia, I
think) had only about sbc leaves left. Worse, its
window-sill companions were webby enough to be
relics from Grandma's attic. In another few weeks,
they were duly chucked.

"What a shame," my friend empathized. "If only
you'd treated them sooner, you might've been able to
save them."

It was a bad experience, all right — but nothing
like the great Mealybug Massacre a couple of years
later. By then, I was concentrating my horticultural
efforts on begonias, succulents, and, of course,
African violets. Suffice to say that all the rubbing
alcohol in the world couldn't have obliterated the
white fuzzies when I finally got around to them.

You'd think I'd have learned the dire consequences
of procrastination by now. But the worst was still to
come.

Refilling the wick reservoirs of my African violets
(which now numbered around 60) one day, I noticed
something amiss with 'Becky.' The plant was bloom¬
ing profusely, but its centermost crown leaves were
soft, dark gray, and unusually hairy. I decided to
take it to our next AVSA chapter meeting (two weeks
hence) for some expert advice.

The members' reactions to 'Becky' were bewilder¬
ing, to say the least.

One woman, a most gracious and genteel soul,
said, "I think I won't sit with you this month, if you
don't mind." She retreated to the back of the room,
clutching her violets to her bosom.

Another just shrieked, "Oh, my god," and scurried
to the farthest comer with her plants. I felt like
Typhoid Mary.

The diagnosis went something like this.

Plant Doctor: Your plant has botrytis, a very con¬
tagious fungus disease. I'd advise you to throw it out
— plant, pot, reservoir and all.

Me: But it's blooming so well! How could it be
sick?

P.D.: It's making a desperate attempt to survive.
Do yourself a favor and get rid of it.

Me: (silently, looking at the robust clusters of pink
flowers): Naaaaah.

So I took it home, waited a week, and sprayed
with Benomyl. After six months, not only 'Becky,'
but three-fourths of my violets were gone. Nine
months later, when the siege was finally over, I had
two healthy plants left.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

16

The moral of all this devastation, of course, is
clear: never put off treating a plant problem. And if
you don't know what to do, find someone who does.

Trouble is, we hard-core procrastinators are
already painfully aware of what we should do. The
lesson has been demonstrated as many times as there
are empty pots under our potting benches.

But now for the good news — I've found you can
reconcile off-putting and good (if not great) growing.
I base my method on the Principle of Procrastination
Priorities, and, for what it's worth. I'd like to pass it
along to all you fellow not-now-I'll-do-it-later types.

Ready?

Mentally or on paper, make three columns. Head
them "Right Away /Always," "As Soon As Possible,"
and "When I Get Around To It."

Under the first listing, write: "Inspect all plants.
Isolate, then treat or discard anything badly infested
with insects or disease." In other words, contain con¬
tagion. This way, you'll have more plants, they'll
look better, and — glory be! — you'll have less
motivation to procrastinate.

Beneath the second heading, include things like
watering, fertilizing, grooming, and repotting. You
know, the basics. Please note that these items fall in¬
to the second category, not the third. If you take care
of number two, number one will be a snap, because a
healthy plant resists marauders.

And finally, in column three, put items such as
"start propagating for 1982 ways and means table,"
"check out latest research on tissue culture in the
home," and "buy pots to match new kitchen wall¬
paper."

See? It's all a simple matter of priorities.

Well, that's it. I have to go wash the fertilizer salts
off my plant trays now. But first, a cup of coffee.

♦ -

Penn State Publishes
Energy Saving Manual

"Greenhouse Energy Conservation", published
May 1980 by Penn State's Office of Industrial
Research and Innovation, reports the latest
developments in heat-saving techniques and practical
applications of them.

Written for the greenhouse operator, the manual
describes heat-saving materials and processes now in
research and commercial installations. Windbreaks,
siting, thermal blankets, double poly coverings, dou¬
ble panel houses, Lapseal, solar and associated heat
storage systems, power plant waste heat use, infrared
heating, and soil heating possibilities are some of the
conservation options explored.

Each section includes thorough discussions of

payback times, expected fuel savings, energy effi¬
ciencies, and other economic data. Growers report
their experiences and describe potential problems and
solutions. Commercial products are listed in the text
and suppliers in an appendix.

The authors are Dr. John W. White, professor of
floriculture at Penn State, and Dr. Robert A.
Aldrich, professor and head of agricultural engineer¬
ing at the University of Connecticut. They write
from more than 40 years of teaching, research, and
work experience with greenhouse operators.

" 'Greenhouse Energy Conservation' is an advice
and data book on present fuel saving techniques and
equipment," says Dr. White, "as well as a primer on
promising experimental systems such as soil heating
and solar."

He feels that operators in colder climates must in¬
novate and make conservation decisions on a case-
by-case basis. To help them, he and Dr. Aldrich have
compiled eight tables such as Comparative Costs and
Savings of Glazing Materials and Heating Costs per
Acre for Various Flower Crops.

They also included sections on cold-tolerant crops,
cultural conservation techniques, and tips to boost
efficiency of present equipment and operations. Hob¬
byists have not been forgotten; a section on
greenhouses attached to homes was provided.

Dr. Aldrich's research specialty is greenhouse
structure; Dr. White is an expert on thermal blankets
and has designed a commercial installation that
saved a Pennsylvania grower $20,000 in one year. He
directs projects on eutectic salt and rock bed heat
storage, on air and water solar heating, and double
panel plastic and glass houses. Dr. White thinks soil
heating combined with individual bed blankets looks
promising. "Why heat the entire house?" he says.

"Greenhouse Energy Conservation" is printed in
an easy-to-read 32 page, three-column format.
Twenty-seven illustrations, many of commercial in¬
stallations, were reproduced, and the text written in
non- technical language.

The manual is priced at $2.50; and may be ordered
from Industrial Research and Innovation, 225 Pond
Laboratory, Dept. A, University Park, PA 16802.
Checks should be made payable to The Pennsylvania
State University.

♦ -

NEW OFHCERS

Names of newly elected officers are to be sent to
the Affiliate Chairman, NOT to the Editor. Officers'
names are printed ONLY in the November
Magazine.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

17

Dora Baker has sent me an article appearing in the
St. Paul (MN) Dispatch that sounds incredible! Here
are excerpts: "Dennis Carlson claims he can make
any plant grow to 10 times its normal size by 'feeding
it a combination of hormones and high frequency
sound. As proof the 37-year-old University of Min¬
nesota graduate wrote his thesis on experiments with
a purple passion plant that grew from 18 inches in
length to 600 feet and is listed in the Guinness Book
of World Records. He says he has produced an
African violet with 400 blooms at his home, 708
119th Lane NE, Blaine, MN 55433. The key to
growth stimulation, he says, is a combination of gib-
berellin and a chemical derivative of the passion
plant known as GA-3, and taped music on which he
has superimposed high-frequency sound in the 8
kilohertz ranges. Others have experimented with
hormones and with sound, he explains, but it is the
combination that causes rapid growth". Well, there
you are. Now what will you do with your African
violets? . . . Have you heard about Charlyne and
Ralph Reed? They're going into partnerships with
growers all over the country, who will have their
1981 introductions for sale. The Reeds closed their
retail business some months ago and started shipping
only. Now they have these new partners where
growers may obtain their plants . . . Mary Reed
(Mrs. John Chase Reed) moving from Florida to
Washington state and learning the "hard way" that
violet growing in Washington is far different from
that in Florida and she's provided our magazine with
an article telling her views . . . According to an arti¬
cle in The Avant Gardener^ Plant Research
Laboratories explains that one of the chief causes of
house plant deterioration and demise is poor soil
aeration due to compacting and overwatering. Plant
Research Laboratories says that Oxygen Plus, an in¬
door plant food, supplies oxygen to the roots as well
as nutrients, and points out that in addition to
nitrogen, phosphorus and potash. Oxygen Plus con¬
tains urea peroxide, which releases oxygen to the soil
. . . Have you tried hydroponics lately? They tell
me this technique of "water-working" as opposed to
geoponics or "earth-working" is attracting a lot of at¬
tention today. Some 40 centuries ago the Chinese
suspended baskets of plants in streams so roots
would be fed by the mineral-rich water washing
down from the land above . . . That's how African
violets are grown today in fertilizer-enriched water in

a glass, plastic, or ceramic container. (Copper, brass
or galvanized metal can't be used, as the fertilizer will
corrode these and release plant- toxic chemicals.)
. . . Earlier this year I received in the mail a clipping
from The Florist's Review relating the issuance of
plant patents to Reinhold Holtkamp, Isselburg,
Republic of Germany, for the following Optimara
African violets: 'Missouri', 'Oregon', and 'Iowa'.
How in the world would we have such a wide variety
to enjoy if our American hybridizers always patented
their hybrids? . . . One reader, Marshall Wheeler,
noting in a plant catalog that some Rhapsodie violets
are being called "Melodie". "The varieties offered
have new names", he wrote. " 'Denise' is now 'Rox¬
anne', etc. Perhaps a name change spurs sales as well
as new varieties. Certainly it is less expensive" . . .
John Andersland, East Lansing (MI) high school stu¬
dent, receiving a $12,500 scholarship in the
Westinghouse Science Talent Search and we've
learned he studied the characteristics of mutant cells
in African violets in an attempt to determine what
causes them to produce white leaves. He plans to
study botany at Michigan State University. We
learned about John, through a newspaper clipping
sent us by Mrs. Thomas Humble of Bloomfield Hills,
ML Thanks Mrs. Humble. I'd surely like to hear
from John with whom I've tried to get in touch but
failed . . . Bonita White of Tulsa, OK sending me
some color photos and slides of 'Pink-'N-Ink' that
had sported and hoping that she and her husband
were the "very first persons" who had a sporting
'Pink-'N-Ink'. My impression of Bonita, too, was
that she's a "true" violet grower for she wrote "My
greatest pleasure in growing violets is to see a friend
leave my house with a box full of lovely plants to add
to her collection or share with her friends . . . ALL
FREE" . . . The After Dark AVS of Longmont, CO
scoring again with their exhibit and educational show
at the "Mock AV Show", staged in conjunction with
the Boulder County Fair — they had everything
displayed from an educational exhibit to AV sup¬
plies, a picture exhibit of AV personalities at the New
Orleans Convention/Show and the 1980 Regional
Show in Denver and After Dark Club activities, a
demonstration table, and lots and lots of violets and
other gesneriads . . . Now a last-minute S.O.S.:
Yolanda Johnson, 10280 SW 121 St., Miami, FL
33176 wants to swap leaves with you AV growers.
How about getting in touch with her?

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

18

Success of 'Tommie Lou'
Not so Apparent at First

Grace Foote

When Mrs. G. B. Oden of 411 San Antonio
Avenue, Hattiesburg, MS 29401 started growing her
'White Pride' African violet back in 1959, she never
realized one of its "babies" would gain such interna¬
tional fame among violet growers all over the world.
Mrs. Oden was in attendance at the A VS A Conven¬
tion/Show in New Orleans to receive wide acclaim
by violet growers who learned from her firsthand
how the ever popular 'Tommie Lou' came into ex¬
istence.

After receiving 'White Pride' back in 1959, Mrs.
Oden as with all good violet growers put down
leaves and more leaves. One day she noticed one
"baby" with most unusual markings since 'White
Pride' had all-green leaves and, of course, white
blossoms. So Mrs. Oden took special care to observe
this "special baby". Instead of all green leaves, this
"baby" had white and green leaves. At that time
variegated violets were few and far between — but
here was something special, or so, Mrs. Oden
thought.

And because of its unusual markings, Mrs. Oden
decided to experiment with it and see if it would
come true to form with the next generation. It did!
And from this second generation, she went further —
to the third generation! And on to the ninth genera¬
tion!

Each one remained true to form so Mrs. Oden
decided to name it 'Tommie Lou' since her name was
Tommie Louise.

And though it's some 20 years old, 'Tommie Lou'
is even more popular today than when it was
"discovered" . . . and it's certainly been a grand¬
mother to a mighty lot of African violet cultivars
which boast beautiful variegated foliage. But it really
wasn't registered until Oct. 25, 1967 by Mrs. Oden
with this description, "White, very light orchid in
center, double. Plain quilted dark green foliage
feathered with a white edge. Grows large."

And another surprising thing about 'Tommie Lou'
was that in the beginning it was considered a sterile
plant since it didn't produce a seed. It wasn't until
1969 that Harold Rienhardt of Syracuse, NY made a
surprising discovery about 'Tommie Lou'. Attempts
had been made to hybridize the variegated violet but
none proved successful. But this New York grower
decided to experiment. When he pulled a blossom
apart he found that the pistil, the male part of the
flower, was deformed. But that didn't deter him. He
pulled the blossom apart so the pistil could stand up.
Then he pollinated the flower by placing pollen from

Granger Gardens' 'Purple Gold' on the stigma at the
end of the pistil. Pollination was successful and
months later there were seed pods on 'Tommie Lou'.

When the Rienhardts were getting ready to go on
vacation, they decided to let their good friend, Lyn¬
don Lyon, take some of the seed pods and try his
luck. And lucky he was! The seedlings with plain
foliage were discarded and 34 variegated foliage were
grown, all of them with foliage like their mother,
'Tommie Lou'. Out of this group have come 'Happy
Harold', 'Lindy Lou' and 'Top Dollar'. Of course,
plenty of hybrids have carried the Tommie Lou
characteristics, including 'Miss Priss', 'Nancy
Reagan', 'Snowdrift', 'Cordelia' and many others.

But much of this variegation that we enjoy today
comes from 'Tommie Lou' and one violet growers'
determination to "keep at it" in spite of failing with
one cross and trying another until he succeeded.

We're most grateful to Tommie Louise Oden for
that first plant 'Tommie Lou' and certainly to Harold
Rienhardt and Lyndon Lyon for their perserverance
in "trying and trying again."

Our hats are off to all you hybridizers who
persevere in spite of failure!!

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GOD'S MANY BLESSINGS

By Elsie Staff

Who am I to write a poem ... I almost wish that I'd
stayed home . . . There's subjects galore, both old
and new . . . But in my mind the rhymes are few
... I once knew all the birds that came . . . For
every flower I had a name . . . But I was a smarter
woman then ... So long ago, I won't say when
. . . My life brought many pleasures indeed . . .
And, oh, such beauty in spite of the speed . . . But
richer and fuller have been my years . . . Since
African violets on the scene appeared . . . For these
my friends are truly rare . . . If I looked and looked
none would compare . . . Their sunny smiles and
cheery faces . . . Add to my cares their sweetest
graces . . . Now some are travellers here and there
. . . The rest of us thrive on a slower fare . . . My
violets greet me faithfully each morning . . . And I
thank God another day's aborning . . . Thus
through life we take our road ... As years progress
we shift the load . . . But memories dear of violet
faces . . . Comfort and prove God's countless
graces.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

19

from the “lllioi-fllam

Mrs. Sidney (Ellie) Bogin
Chr. Miniature and Semimini Class
39 Boyd Street
Long Beach, NY 11561

11

FALL SHOWS

Rocky Mountain AVCS ~ Denver, CO
Best mini, 'Wee Hope', AVSA Gold Rosette, 'Little
Love', 'Thumbles', 'Bionic Pink', Retta Hamilton;
AVSA Purple Rosette, 'Pixie Pink', 'Pixie Blue',
'Rusty's Trail', Yvonne Hodgson.

DO YOU KNOW?

Hybridizers use square pots for their compactness
on their benches. However, the African violets,
especially the minis and the semis, are more pleasing
to the eye in round pots.

Shipping newly watered plants or leaves, enclosed
in plastic, across the country during the hot summer
months can result in the plants arriving in a cooked
state!

Cornell University, Dept, of Agriculture, Ithaca,
NY has a pH soil tester kit for about $3.95. Barring¬
ton, Ind., P.O. Box 133, Barrington, IL 60010 also
has a soil pH tester kit, #Ho57 for $2.95.

Cy P. Yee of San Francisco has won four
Gold Rosettes and one Purple Rosette with collec¬
tions of semiminiatures.

'Sport of Blue Thunder', Lyon GH will be called
'Carla Beth' in honor of my daughter. It is the same
sport I had been working on.

If a hybridizer names a plant 'Sport of something'
and releases it with that name it should go into the
regular class for that color blossom. If you have a
named plant that sports, it would go into a sport
class.

Both Lyon GH and Baker have released plants
called 'Star Wars'. However, since Lyon GH plant
has been registered. Baker's plant cannot be. Only
one registration to a name!

Who are the hybridizers of 'Pink Petite', 'Dixie
Bell' and 'Mini Magic'? The latter two were attributed
to Lyon GH but they say it isn't so. If anyone has any
information I would appreciate hearing from you.

The 1980 Mini Supplement is now available. Just
send a self-addressed stamped #10 envelope. No
charge. The regular 1978 Mini and Semimini Booklet
is available from me at the cost of $2.50. All checks
or money orders to be made out to AVSA. It will in¬
clude the 1979 and 1980 supplements.

The reason this column is so short is because I am
working under the handicap of a winter virus.

A healthy, happy growing New Year to you all.

SEND YOUR CHOICES

How often have you asked which violets perform
the very best? For answers to this question, check the
Best Varieties List, compiled from lists of favorites
from members of affiliate clubs and from commercial
members.

Now is the time to send your 1981 choices of best
performing violets; they must be in by April 1st.
Please don't put AVSA to the expense of asking for a
list by letter. Plan an interesting program on Best
Varieties.

An individual is limited to 25 choices. If one grows
just a few violets, then your list will be short. A club
is not limited in any way. Every member should sub¬
mit a list. Please Do Not send a list of 25 for an entire
affiliate membership.

We are always delighted to receive lists in
alphabetical order or compiled club lists in
alphabetical order. Just be sure that all the choices of
every member are included in the compiled list.

Many new varieties are not in the Master Variety

List. If you are growing a violet not on the Master
List, please send the name, description of the plant
and the name of the hybridizer to plant registration
chairman, Adele Tretter.

Be sure the list you send bears your name and ad¬
dress. Should the list be choices of a club, please be
sure to state how many members voted and how
many votes each variety received. Please include the
name of the club.

Who should send a list? Each and every AVSA
member, each and every affiliate club member, and
each commercial member.

Many thanks to every club and AVSA member
who sent their list in 1980 and for all the little extra
notes. We will be eagerly awaiting your 1981 lists.
Let's have a list from every AVSAer.

Send your lists before April 1, 1981 to:

Mrs. Leon Fiedler

Route 1

Prescott, Wisconsin 54021

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

20

AVSA AFFILIATES

Mrs. )Nayne (Mildred) Schroeder
Affiliate Chairman
1739 N 74th Court
Elmwood Park, IL 60635

WELCOME NEW AFHLIATES

Violet Patch of Broward County, Mrs, Mary Ann
Knierim, 2801 SW 156th Ave., Davis, FL 33331.

Flint River A VS, Mrs. Edwin Schreck, 1808 Gary
Ave., Albany, GA 31707

Green Country AV Study Club, Mrs. Sidney
Groeneman, 5321 East 26th PL, Tulsa, OK 74114

The year 1980 has passed into oblivion and 1981
with all of its promise and hope is just beginning to
unfold, I do hope this year brings all of you much
happiness, peace and contentment.

Just as I was beginning to believe that the US Mail
was an efficient, well programmed service of the US
Government, disaster struck my theory down. In
order to be able to vacation and also keep up with
AVSA Affiliated Chapters' work, I had all of my
mail forwarded to my Michigan address, starting
June 15. All went well for a while and then suddenly
in August, I began to receive notes saying that mail
to me was being returned as having no address
available. After an angry inquiry at the Chicago post
office which handles my mail, I was told that some¬
one in the main post office punched the wrong key.
Frustrating isn't it, to think that a simple punch of a
key can cause so much bother and unhappiness? If
you were one of those who had AVSA mail to me
returned, I am sorry but it was the fault of the post
office. Election year — a new president — a better
postal service I hope!

Those affiliate chapters who wish to enter the com¬
petition sponsored by AVSA for yearbooks and
publications please check further in this magazine for
details about entering. Yearbooks are to be sent to
Mrs. B. E. Hertel, 9495 S Wales Way, Elk Grove, CA
95624. The publications go to Miss Isla Montgomery,
921 Garfield St., Denver, CO 80110. In New Orleans
I took time out of a busy schedule to look at the en¬
tries and the awards they received. It is truly
fascinating to see the creativity and skill that has
gone into these yearbooks and publications. Work
and dedication also are very evident. Enter — you
may be very surprised when you receive that great
big blue ribbon!

Wouldn't it be worth while if each of our AVSA

members were able to be a member of an affiliated
chapter or even a local club? I so often receive re¬
quests for information about clubs in different areas
from people who are eager to be a part of a group of
violet growers. I try to find a club nearby or offer to
help them start a new club. If you are one of the
people interested in a club, let me know. AVSA has a
packet of material to help with bylaws, program sug¬
gestions and other material needed to form a club.
On July 1, 1980 AVSA had 525 affiliated chapters.
Just this week I received a letter from the Republic of
South Africa telling me of a club there. I will cer¬
tainly look forward to helping them to affiliate and
also as they requested, send them information on
having a show! Yes, we are world-wide in scope and
growing!

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Nominating Committee
Will Submit Report

The Nominating Committee will submit in
nomination the following names for Officers and
Directors at the Annual AVSA Convention in San
Francisco, the annual business meeting being set for
Saturday, May 23, 1981:

President _ Harvey Stone, Marblehead, MA

First Vice President _ Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson,

Tavares, FL

Second Vice President _ Mrs. Frank Tinari,

Huntingdon Valley, PA
Third Vice President James Loya, Farmington, NM

Secretary _ Mrs. Ross V. Lahr, Littleton, CO

Treasurer _ Miss Florence Garrity, Roslindale, MA

DIRECTORS

Term of Service, 1981-84

Mrs. Tulia Bell

Bay Shore, LI, NY

Mrs. M. G. Gonzales

San lose. CA

Mrs. Tohn Haves

Bloomfield. CT

Mrs. Wade Hudnall

Austin. TX

Mrs. Tames Savage

Chillicothe. OH

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

21

Seasonable Suggestions

Anne Jinari

2325 Valle]/ Road — Box 190
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

The chill wind whispers through the trees.

And winter snow in glistening white appears.

Starry skies, bright moon full and rounded,

A New Year we greet with faith unbounded.

A sparkling new year often presents an impelling
challenge to start anew, add yet another feat of in¬
teresting accomplishment to your horticulture ex¬
perience.

A pinch of African violet seed can propel you into
a fascinating year's beginning. Never mind the
glistening white snow piled high along your window
ledge or the low temperatures that chill you to the
bone, the excitement of this new venture can help
you overcome the winter blues.

If you plan to hybridize and produce your own
seed, parent selection should be very carefully done,
especially the parent plant chosen to hold the seed. It
is a rather simple procedure to pollinate. You must
transfer the pollen from the anther of a chosen male
plant to the stigma of the chosen female plant. To
carry the pollen grains to the stigma can be done with
any sharp instrument, the end of a toothpick, a fine
brush or even your thumbnail. Mark each cross in¬
dicating name of the parents and date pollinated, as
you will refer often to this important data. Waiting
for seed to ripen can be frustrating; days of keen
observation are required for the seed pod to finally
ripen and shrivel up. This procedure can take from 6
to 9 months. The brown shriveled appearance of the
pod indicates maturity. Carefully remove ripened
pod with the flower stalk attached and place in a dry
atmosphere where proper air circulation and a fresh
bouyant atmosphere are prevalent.

If this entails too long a vigil for you, then pur¬
chase a package of good African violet seed and pro¬
ceed promptly with your project.

Prepare a mixture to sow the seed of half sterilized
sand and fine vermiculite or Va sterilized peat moss
and Va vermiculite, or any other medium you have
experimented with successfully. You will find the
seed to be as fine as pepper, so you may want to
spread it on a white sheet of paper first, then very
carefully sow over the prepared medium which has
been watered sparingly. Do not cover the seed. You
will find a terrarium preferable for planting, a glass
jar with a wide top, laid on its side for easy access, or
any glass dish that can be covered until at least signs
of little plantlets are strong enough to be removed.
Signs of germination should appear after three weeks

or longer. Always provide air circulation in the con¬
tainer so seedlings do not dampen off with high
humidity that is created in an enclosed glass con¬
tainer.

Please refer to an excellent article in the September
Magazine, Vol. 33, No. 4 on page 8 by Wayne Lind-
strom. Step by step hybridizing and sowing are ex¬
plained.

Successful germination produces small leaves that
resemble tiny green dots and more little leaves ap¬
pear, a closer look reveals many tiny plantlets. These
can be removed when Vi inch across and placed in
small 2 V4 " community pots, around the edge of the
pot where more moisture can help to keep them in
good growing condition. When plantlets are about 2"
high they can be lifted gently and put in individual
pots.

It is pure delight when they begin to blossom in
about 9 months to a year. Then all that is required is
a bit of luck and a good eye to select that special one
that has good potential to become an excellent seed¬
ling to grow and propagate.

During the long winter days plant and seed
catalogs take on a special meaning. They are always
excellent sources of quick references for plant
descriptions for many new and old cultivars with pic¬
tures and cultural tips, so send for them to acquaint
yourself with plants that are available and those
plants you wish to order when the busy shipping
season begins in May.

You may also find it of great benefit to make a list
of all the beautiful cultivars that are shown in our
magazine with every issue. Record the name of the
plant shown in color; month, year and page on
which it appears. You will find yourself referring to
these fine colored pictures continually without cut¬
ting up your cherished magazine.

Happy violeting! _

SPRAY MIST

Have you tried spray misting your African
violets? Leaf feeding with a spray mist adds
humidity and food to your plants. Plants get
90% of their food through their leaves in this
way.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

22

Affiliate ‘appenings

Lyndall Owens
377 Guilford Park
Conroe, TX 77302

(ATTENTION AFFILIATES: The Magazine will list only top honors received at your shows. This will include: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette). Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette). Best in Show, Second Best in Show, Best in Design, Best Trailer, Best Miniature, Best
Semiminiature, Best Gesneriad, Sweepstakes winner.)

Many of you continue to send in too much information, which we cannot print because of lack of space. Please read following writeups
and follow similar style when sending in your shows.

Over the Thanksgiving weekend the BLOOMING AVC of North
County San Diego has again been invited to hold a display in the
greenhouse at the well known Wild Animal Park, located in
Esconaido. Last year's display there was most successful. During the
summer when it was very hot on a Sunday afternoon many club
members, families and friends enjoyed a share-a-dish picnic at the
home of their treasurer, Pat Richardson. Branches from large
evergreen trees gave shading protection for the two long tables,
which were attractively graced with African violet plants. Plants
were raffled off following a delicious picnic. A petite miniature in a
thimble sized pot, 'Squirt' was won by a charter member, John
Seery.

The FLOWER TOWN AVC of Summerville, SC held its first an¬
nual judged show "A Garden of Violets" with the following winners:
Best in Show, 'Irish Angel', Best Semiminiature, 'Irish Angel',
Sweepstakes, Sandra Mims; AVSA 1st Collection (Gold Rosette),
'Mary "D" ', 'Tommie Lou', 'Crown of Gold', Best Miniature, 'Little
Rascal', Best Gesneriad, 'Ember Lace', Helen McDaniel; AVSA 2nd
Collection (Purple Rosette), 'Tiger', 'Blue Modeste', 'California
Sunrise', Lucile Fields; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Blue', Faith Anderson;
Best in Design, Pat Dantzler.

Boyd Allen was the featured speaker at the first combined meeting
of day and night TUCSON AVS. Tucson Botanical Gardens history
was the topic and tours of its many attractions were enjoyed by all.

"Tune In Turn On With Violets" was the theme of the annual
show of PENSACOLA AVS. Winners: Babs Struck, Best in Show,
'The Parson's Nadine', Horticulture Sweepstakes (38), AVSA 2nd
Collection (Purple Rosette), 'Garnet Elf', 'Tiger', 'Plain 'N Fancy',
Beth Mullinax, 2nd Best in Show, 'San Francisco', AVSA 1st Collec¬
tion (Gold Rosette), 'Jason', 'Happy Harold', 'Colorado', Hor¬
ticulture Sweepstakes Runner-up (35), best in Show Design; Donna
Seay, 3rd Runner-up to Best in Show, 'Tiger'; Ann Stichweh, Best
Semiminiature, 'California'; Louise Merritt, Best Miniature, 'Mini
Minx'; Peggy Walsh, Design Sweepstakes Runner-up (4).

The NITE BLOOMERS of Santa Clara, CA, held its 2nd annual
show "A Violet In King Arthur's Court". Show chairman was Mrs.
Barbara Elkin. Top award winners were: Mrs. Barbara Elkin, AVSA
Collection (Gold Rosette), 'Delectable', 'Sun Valley', 'Starshine',
Best in Show and Tricolor, Best double, 'Delectable', 2nd Best and
Best Species, 'S. ionantha'. Best miniature, 'Cupie Doll', Best
semiminiature, 'Babe', Sweepstakes (51) in Horticulture and (3) in
design; Darlene Newland, Best variegate and Best single,
'Queensbrook'; Alyene Daggett, Best gesneriad (in bloom) 'S. Ben¬
ton', Best planting, "Excalibur"; Patt Harris, Best gesneriad (foliage),
'E. Karlyn'; Barbara Szajowski, Best arrangement, "Merlin's Magic";
Diana Aerts, Best Semiminiature trailer, 'Pixie Trail', Best Western
introduction 'Half Moon Bay'; Janet Elliott, Best club project; Trina
Carlson, Best terrarium; Belia Wynn, Best novice.

Annual SAN FRANCISCO COUNTY FAIR flower show at the

Hall of Flowers brought throngs of admiring spectators to the San
Francisco's special violet show room. Top winners were: Cy P. Yee,
Best in Show, 'Mary C'; Ted Khoe, Best miniature, 'Irish Angel',
Best single, 'Silver Dollar', Novice Sweepstakes; Edith Sharpe, In¬
termediate Sweepstakes; Gary Beck, Sweepstakes for advance class.
Frances McMahon was chairman of the show and Lourdes Kurilo,
cochairman.

The UTICA AVS held its 26th annual show, "Introducing the
United States Violet Olympic Team". Awards were presented to:
Amateur division, Georgia Hageman, Queen of Show, 'Happy
Trail', Runner-up to Jr. Queen and runner-up to Sweepstakes
award; Susan O. Shaffer, Jr. Queen of Show, 'Franch Lilac',
Sweepstakes award. Commercial division, Mary Dimitriadis, Queen
of Show, 'Celine', Sweepstakes; Alva Cerri, Runner-up to Queen of
Show, 'Michigan', Jr. Queen of Show, 'Kentucky', Runner-up to Jr.
Queen and Runner-up to Sweepstakes.

SUBURBAN AV FRIENDS, San Mateo, CA held its 5th annual
show with these winners: Jane Clay, Best in Show, 'Irish Angel', Best
Semiminiature, 'Irish Angel', Best Miniature, 'Redwood City', Best
Trailer, 'Pique Pixie'; Muriel Warwick, Runner-up Best in Show,
'Dawn Carol'; Harriette Poss, Sweepstakes, Best Gesneriad,
'Koellikerij Orinoides.

VIOLET SHOW — Here’s what “Violets ’N
Vaudeville” looked like when the AVS of Lower
Bucks County held its annual show with
William Lyons as show chairman.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

23

YOUR LIBRARY

Marion and Jack Doherty
485 Berwyn Drive
Madison, WI 53711

Greetings for the New Year! We sincerely hope
that your Holidays were happy and enjoyable. Since
the pace has undoubtedly slowed for most of us, let's
talk about New Year's Resolutions. Among the top
ten resolutions, let's include the grooming of a few
choice plants to enter at the next Convention.
Without entries, it would be difficult to hold a show
and so it's up to all of us.

We'd like to apologize to Jessie Crisafulli for
neglecting to include her name in the list of
volunteers, who so conscientiously and ably assisted
us at the New Orleans picture session. We're deeply
indebted to all our assistants — photographers,
clerks, runners — without you, the Library couldn't
very well survive.

Even while we were still busily engaged with the
compiling of the three latest shows, we were thinking
of how the whole picture taking project could be im¬
proved upon and perhaps even simplified. One of
our plans concerns the addition of more clerks so
that each photographer will have a record of what he
or she records on film. Those of you who aren't con¬
fident with a camera — here's a job for you! Such a
record would be valuable during the sometimes
lengthy and tedious sorting process.

Now for new business. The Affiliate Publications,
including newsletters (16 pages or less), magazines
(more than 16 pages) and non-competitive publica¬
tions (for exhibition only) need to reach the Judges'
Chairman, Miss Isla Montgomery, by March 1,
1981, to be entered in the San Francisco Convention.
See full details elsewhere in this magazine. This is a
contribution to the A VS A Library for others to
utilize and enjoy since the exhibits are used for new
library packets after the convention.

How are your plans shaping up for that California
Convention? The dates are May 17-23 and while that
seems quite some time ahead, we all know that it'll be
here before we realize. Violet lovers from nearly
everywhere will be there and if you haven't as yet at¬
tended your first Convention, do start making ar¬
rangements for this one. It's quite safe to predict that,
while this may be your first, you'll get the same
"bug" that bit you when you acquired your first
African violet and you'll go to the next and the next,
etc. Reservation forms may be found in this
magazine and why not give some consideration to

the Post-Convention Trip to Hawaii as well? It
sounds mighty interesting!

Some of the first comment sheets on the new
slideshows are trickling in and while all groups don't
make comments, we do appreciate those who do.
They give us a better idea of what the membership
would like, so when you return the slides to Knox¬
ville, please fill out the form as well.

- # -

TWO LOVES HAVE I

Reta Kelleher
4802 South K Street
Tacoma, WA 98408

The sun shining on my window catches a prism of
color that draws the attention of people waiting for
the bus. Many are surprised, by a closer look, to see
'Sky Trail', 'Mysterium' and 'Violet Trail' with 'Pink
Silver', 'Krinkles' and 'Minibelle' all blooming on the
same pole above a large pot of blooming 'Shooting
Star'.

You may well ask, "Are all of these violets?". 'Pink
Silver', 'Krinkles', 'Minibelle' and 'Shooting Star' are
all Hoy as. The soft velvety leaves of the violets
against the waxy shine of the Hoya leaves is striking,
even when both are out of bloom. It is a composition
in contrast.

In working with African Violet Clubs as secretary,
president and vice president, in that order, the
trailers, both standard and miniature, became my
passion. I soon discovered many of my violet friends
grew Hoyas since they require much the same treat¬
ment, and so my collection grew.

Last year I was asked to be Robin Director of the
newly formed Hoya Society International . . . this
year acting as President of that society has given me
access to a great deal of information about my sec¬
ond love, Hoyas.

Finding ways to display them together has been a
rewarding and a fun challenge, since I have a collec¬
tion of 200 plants.

Do try growing these two plant families together
for a lovely visual feast with perfume.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

24

PACOMEE

Hybrid and photo
by

HAWLEY

MAINE EVENT

Hybrid and photo
by

HAWLEY

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

25

Pros and Cons of Ceramic Pots

Mrs. Shirley R. Jeffrey
1801 Crescent St.

Denton, TX 76201

In recent years there have been several innovative
types of planters for African violets on the market,
and many of us will not be satisfied until we've tried
all of them. This pioneering spirit, or eagerness to try
new and different things is what has brought about
the tremendous advancements in the ever increasing
beauty of African violets in this country. AVSA
magazine gives us a wonderful forum to share ex¬
periences with new methods, so this is the perfect
place to share information about the new ceramic
reservoir pots.

Some of the planters available are in the ex¬
perimental stages and when choosing which to try, it
is advisable to follow the directions of the manufac¬
turer, and experiment on a limited basis at first in
order to get the maximum performance from them.
Those who have grown on a large scale of several
hundred or several thousand plants wouldn't convert
every plant to a new soil, for instance, for fear of
poor results with the entire collection. First, we need
to learn to use a product which appeals to us. A
limited number of plants are best chosen to work
with. Then when our efforts yield good results in¬
clude other plants.

The ceramic reservoir planter is becoming widely
used even though few people seem to know very
much about them, and there are no directions which
come with them, nor information in the African
violet literature. There is so little information in print
at the present and therefore each grower must deter¬
mine its use and experiment with it.

There are many positive reasons why the ceramic
reservoirs are becoming so popular. The artistic ap¬
peal of unique beautiful matt, crackle, and crystal
glazes creates much conversation and brings many
compliments. The array of colors such as green, blue,
purple, pink, etc., help enhance the decor of living
rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and almost any other
setting they would be placed. All, of course, create
great appeal for African violet lovers.

The ceramic reservoir planter consists of two
parts: a porous pot with a glazed flare top, and a
completely glazed reservoir container with refill
openings on either side. The reservoir is particularly
advantageous to the windowsill gardener because ex¬
cess water from the pot is trapped and held in the pot
protecting the windowsill from water spots.
However, the very design of the planter creates a
problem to the exhibitor since the pot has a flare top.

POT

and leaves must not rest on flare tops when exhibited
in shows. It becomes necessary to repot plants just
prior to show in standard pots.

Some growers have potted their violets in the
ceramic planters and have developed rather serious
problems. Perhaps the basic problem stems from the
fact that there are no directions which come with the
planters.

With an experience of about 80 to 100 ceramic
planters, I feel compelled to share my experiences
and experiments with others who may be considering
this method of growing.

There are three basic ways that the planters may
be used and each has particular peculiarities which
one should be aware of in order to bring about the
best results. The reservoir containers were originally
designed as a "no drainage hole" planter. The bis¬
que pot has a solid bottom. The "no drainage hole"
method requires a layer of gravel, charcoal, perlite,
or other drainage medium. Only plants which are
ready for a 4-inch pot should be used. It is easy to
develop root rot when plants have been over-potted
in the planters. After potting, most users that I know
fill the reservoir part just up to the top of the
drainage medium level and keep it that way most of
the time. I've heard of many root rot problems with
this method. However, there are those who feel they
get good results. The important point in using the
"no drainage hole" method is the careful watering
needed. It may be difficult to control watering if

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

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you're used to a very different method.

The second method involves watering from the
reservoir (as in regular bottom watering) and then
pouring off excess water from the refill opening. The
pot should set in the water only until the top soil
becomes moist. Violets seem to grow more rapidly
than the ones that I've grown in plastic or clay pots.
However, again watering must be done carefully or
soil may become too soggy.

The third method, and the one I have gone ex¬
clusively to, is the use of wick watering that has
become so popular and effective. When I make the
pots I put holes in the bottom, and perhaps in the
sides for good air circulation. They are glazed in
beautiful colors and sometimes with a violet decal to
make it more ornate. When the planter is finished, I
pot, using a good wick, and fill the reservoir about
an inch so that it stays below the pot level. Air cir¬
culation is excellent and the water creates more
humidity which is so hard to come by for windowsill
growing without using unsightly pebbles and trays of
water. I have noticed that the method 1 use is slower
growing, but my violets are healthier and more
floriferous.

The most positive advantage these beautiful
planters offer is the lovely gift plants they make for
hospital patients or the elderly in convalescent or rest
homes. African violets by themselves create a whole
aura of gaiety and cheer, and the lovely planters
enhance their awesome beauty.

QUEEN OF SHOW — Tina’ was named Queen
of Show at the annual show held by the AVS of
Minnesota in Maplewood, MN. Irene Fiedler of
Prescott, Wl is shown holding her prize-winning
plant and the rosette is received.

DEADLINES

Deadlines must be observed if your "Coming
Event" is to get in the right magazine! See Inside
Cover Page, "Strictly Business", to know when these
deadlines occur . . . and then observe them!

IN MEMORIAM

J. Lindsey Crame

J. L. Crame died at his home August 19, 1980
following an extended illness. He was the husband of
Ruth Crame, a long time A VS A member and an ac¬
tive worker and charter member of the Capital City
AVS of Montgomery, AL. She served the club as
treasurer. Our heartfelt sympathy is extended Mrs.
Crame.

Mildred Williams

It is with regret that we report Mildred Williams, a
well-known grower and hybridizer throughout
Texas, died on July 13, 1980 of cancer. She was the
last Charter Member of the First Nighters African
Violet Club of Dallas and a former member of the
First of Dallas. She saw the need for a nigh time club
and helped organize the First Nighters African Violet
Club in 1956. She was a diligent worker, and loved
promoting the interest in African violets. We shall
miss her quick smile and ready hand in all our
endeavors and know that the Master will have a
more beautiful garden with her in it.

Mrs. Charles Frost

Her many friends are saddened to learn of the sud¬
den death of Mrs. Charles Frost on August 23, 1980.
Margaret had been a member of the First AVS of
Dallas, of the Lone Star AV Council and of the North
Texas AV Judges Council for many years and held
many offices in the First Dallas Society. She had at¬
tended many conventions and shows, both local and
national. She was a talented painter of china and
decorated them with beautiful violets. She was most
generous with her plants and knowledge, and her
presence will be sorely missed.

BEST IN SHOW - Mrs. Robert D. Early cap¬
tured Best of Show at the Fort Worth AVS with
'Little Pammy’.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

27

Photo by F. Tinari, Jr.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

28

Photo by F. Tinari, Jr.

Blossoms of
Different
Colors On
Same Plant

Hybrids and Photos
by

BAKER

SPRING FLING

GOIN’ COCONUTS -

Trailer by BAKER

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

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(NOTE TO REGISTRANTS: The Editor would like
to use color slides of your newly registered violets in
the Magazine. Use only light backgrounds. Dark
slides cannot be reproduced. Send original color
slides to Editor with name of plant and name of
hybridizer.)

The following registrations have been received during the period
from July 31, 1980 through October 30, 1980

HONEY MOON (4025) OV 7 s & s-d S 9/4/80
R & D Mendoza, 160 N. Montgomery St., San Jose, CA 95110

INDIAN TRAIL (4026) P-R 23 s M-T 9/4/80
Ted Khoe, 922 Coachella, Sunnyvale, CA 94086

WALTS DONNA LYNN (4027) BX 2 d 5 9/8/80
WALTS MARGARET (4028) P2dS 9/8/80

Walter W. Wewer, RR2, Box 242 Annandale, NJ 08801

PINK RASCAL (4029) PX 23 df M 9/9/80

Emilie Savage, 625 W. 5th St., Chillicothe, OH 45601

DIB'S GERI ANN (4030) PX 23 s & dc S 9/10/80
DIB S IVORY 'N BLUE (4031) WB 159 s-d 7 d S 9/10/80
DIB'S JOANNE ELAINE (4032) PXB 39 s-d & dc S 9/10/80
DIB'S MING BLUE (4033) M-BX 345 S-S* D S 9/10/80
DIB'S STILLE ‘NACHT (4034) D-BW-E 138 dfc S 9/10/80
Doris Bearman, 918 Maple St., Albion, Ml 49224

CORA MAY (4035) D-PX 3 s S 9/12/80
ELLA REE (4036) R-P 35 sfc S 9/12/80
LE BONHEUR (4037) L-P 3 sfc S 9/12/80

Mrs. C. A. Pair, 2022 Higbee, Memphis, TN 38104

BARBARA'S CAJUN DELIGHT (4038) L-PX 57 d L 9/15/80

JAMBOLAYA (4039) PR-E 27 d L 9/15/80

JAVA (4040) R-PX 579 d L 9/15/80

LEATRICE (4041) PX 57 d L 9/15/80

MARIE KNOBLOCK (4042) D-RX 579 d L 9/15/80

REBEL ROUSER (4043) OX 79 s-d L 9/15/80

SOUTHERN CHARM (4044) OV-E 79 d L 9/15/80

SPANISH MOSS (4045) OX 67 d L 9/15/80

SWAMP FEVER (4046) OV 57 s-d L 9/15/80

Barbara Sisk, 2400 Knightway Dr., Gretna, LA 70053

BABY LOVE (4047) L-P 2 s & s-d S 9/15/80
JULIE MARIE (4048) D-R 2 sc S 9/15/80
RUTH HAZEL (4049) D-PX 5 sf S 9/15/80
Gary Beck, 1155 Pine #5 San Francisco, CA 94109

GRANGER'S DESERT DAWN (4050) L-PX 29 sc L 9/15/80
GRANGER’S VALENCIA (4051) BW 29 sc L 9/15/80
Granger Gardens, Medina, OH 44256

ANGEL FACE (4052) OXW-E 29 s S-M 9/17/80

CUPIE DOLL (4053) OXW-E 4 s M 9/17/80

IRISH ANGEL (4054) L-BG-E 29 d S-M 9/17/80

LITTLE ANGEL (4055) OX 239 d S-M 9/17/80

MINI MINX (4056) OVG-E 4dM 9/17/80

LEILA'S BLUE ANGEL (4057) D-BW-E 23 d S-M 9/17/80

Annalee Violetry, 29-50 214th PL, Bayside, NY 11360

ANNE (4058) L-RX 29 s-dc S 9/19/80
ARDINELLA (4059) VB-E 39 s S 9/19/80
VIRGINIA IS (4060) PW-E 39 sc S 9/19/80

Mrs. Barbara Elkin, 719 Pritchard Ct., Santa Clara, CA 95051

MY PRECIOUS (4061) M-PX 29 dc M 9/22/80
OLD CROW (4062) D-VX 2379 dc S 9/22/80
PERKY PARROT (4063) D-OX 579 s-df S 9/22/80
DUTCH TREAT (4064) OWP 279 s-d S 9/22/80
Marcia Boer, 2030 Dakota Ave., Modesto, CA 95351

DIGIT (4065) R2dS 9/22/80

ED'S WELCOME STRANGER (4066) M-PX 2 s-d S 9/22/80

SHOW TIME (4067) D-B 29 d S 9/22/80

SMARTIE (4068) P 2 dS 9/22/80

CALCULATOR (4069) R-P 2 d S 9/22/80

Edward Janosick, Robbins Rd., Roxbury, NY 12474

EMERALD ICE (4070) VO-E 3579 d S 9/27/80
EVERGLADES (4071) PX 357 s L 9/27/80
FOREST TOPAZ (4072) OX 3579 s L 9/27/80
HARRIET'S CHRISTMAS ROSE (4073) P 359 d L 9/27/80
LAVENDER ICE (4074) OX 357 s L 9/27/80
PURPLE HAZE (4075) PW 357 s L 9/27/80
H & E Reichenbach, 19891 N.E. 24 Ave., Miami, FL 33180

VICEROY (4076) BWC 23 dc S 9/27/80

Madge Lilliquist, 8515 Ranchito Ave., Panorama City, CA 91402

ALL ROSES (4077) M-P 7 d S 9/29/80
AZALEA (4078) PX 3 d L 9/29/80
CORAL CAMEO (4079) L-PX 3 df L 9/29/80
CARNIVAL DEB (4080) M-PX 3d S 9/29/80
CAJUN COUNTRY (4081) M-V 3 d L 9/29/80
CAJUN KING (4082) M-B 3 dL 9/29/80
BAYOU STATE (4083) OV 3 d L 9/29/80
BEIGNET (4084) OX 5 d S 9/29/80
COUNTRY GIRL (4085) D-B 7 df S 9/29/80
BOURBON STREET BLUES (4086) M-B 3dL 9/29/80
DIXIE JOY (4087) M-B 3 dS 9/29/80
MOON RIVER (4088) D-B 37 d L 9/29/80
The House of Violets, 936-940 Garland St. SW, Camden, AR
71701

RESERVATIONS

The following reservations have been sent in during the same

period as above.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

30

BLUE BABY • BITSY BABY • SWEET BABY • BRIGHT
BABY • RUTH'S BABY • WHO'S BABY (7/9/80)

Reserved by Meeks AV, 214 Goodrich Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210

TOYLAND • PERKY • SUGAR BABY • LIA •TALVI •
HALF PINT • HOT JAZZ • TOM THUMB •PAY DIRT •
PYGMY CHIEF • BETHANY • MEDLEY • FAIRY TALES •
BABY BRIAN • SKINNY MINI • FALLING STAR •
SELBY • FALLING SNOW • SHORT CAKE (7/9/80)

Reserved by Pat Tracey, 291 Pine Dr., Barrie, Ontario Canada
LJN 4J3

PINK PALAVENDER • EPICUREAN WINE • ROMAN
CANDLE • RED SKYROCKET • MAJESTIC QUINCE • SPEC¬
TACULAR ALAYNE • VIOZALEA • SPECTACULAR SAN¬
DY • BING CHERRY FROST • FROSTED GRAPES (6/19/80)

NEVA • SHARON • CAROL HALE (7/22/80)

Reserved by Larry J. Hale, 76 London Rd., Hebron, CT 06248

SPARKLING LAVENDER • WINE SAUCE • GORGEOUS
GEORGE (7/31/80)

Reserved by Mrs. George E. Koeppel, 805 Orchard St., Mid¬
dletown, OH 45042

PLUM PUDDING • PASTORALE • BAYBERRY • VIRGO
(8/26/80)

Reserved by Catherine K. Powers, 23 Senix Ave., Center
Moriches, NY 11934

MISSY • FANCIFRILLS • PIONEER WOMAN • INDIAN
LAKE • TULSA TEMPEST • PEARLIE JEWEL • GREAT
SPECKLED BIRD • LITTLE FRILLS • TULSA'S HONEYBUNCH
(In Place of Honeybunch) (8/27/80)

Reserved by Dorothy Harris, 3539 West 41st PL, Tulsa, OK 74107

DEEP WATER BLUES (8/29/80)

Reserved by Diane Mendoza, 160 N. Montgomery St., San Jose,
CA 95110

NOSTALGIA • HEAVENLY TRAIL • BLACK GOLD •
SHOW GIRL • WESTERN TRAIL • JULIE BROUSSARD •
ANN CARPENTER • WRANGLER (9/6/80)

Reserved by Violet Cottage, 5900 39th St., Groves, TX 77619

COOKIE'S CAJUN COUNTRY • CARNIVAL TIME • BOBEE
YOUNG • ABSINTHE HOUSE • JAZZ TIME • MAUDIE •
LIBBY • PRALINES AND CREAM • CELIA (9/8/80)

Reserved by Jim and Barbara Sisk, 2400 Knightway Dr., Gretna,
LA 70053

THE ROO • DOUBLE CROUCHET - BARBARA'S
GORGEOUS GEORGE (9/11/80)

Reserved by Barbara Elkin, 719 Pritchard Ct., Santa Clara, CA
95051

GRAPE SODA • BOOMER SOONER (9/15/80)

Reserved by Darlene Hightower, 2710 S, 96 E PL, Tulsa, OK
74129

MARGIN AT A • LITTLE DARLIN' • LIL' INNOCENT •
JAMAICAN JEWEL • GRAND ILLUSION • DOUBLE
DIP • BABY MOON (9/19/80)

Reserved by Kathie Vanzo, 449 E. Penning, Wood River, IL 62095

HOLLY'S NIGHTSONG • HOLLY'S FIRST (9/26/80)

Reserved by Hollyce Smith, Rt. 2, Rogersville, MO 65742

LONE STAR STATE • COWBOY CHEERLEADERS • TEXAS

BLUSH • MISTER BO • TICKEY • GERRY • JACKIE
SMITH • CHARLIE • MICKEY BRYAN • PATRICK
GRANT • CODY • LUV Y A BLUE (9/26/80)

Reserved by Pat Tuminello, Rt. 7 Box 45, Beaumont, TX 77706

RENEWALS

DIB'S DEMITASSE • DIB'S TINY TICKLE (9/19/80)

Renewed by Doris 1. Bearman

CANCELLATIONS

WINDFLOWER • SHADOWLYN • ANNE • MINUET •
RONSTAR • LOVESTAR • MAMA ED

CORRECTIONS

HONEY BUNCH changed to TULSA'S HONEYBUNCH

PINK PERFECTION by Candy Phillips changed to CANDY'S
PINK PERFECTION

GENESSEE SILHOUETTE changed to POW-E 5 s-d S, Please
make this change in your book.

Reservations in Jan. magazine, listed under David Burton, should
have been David Buttram. Also SAN SOUCI was incorrect, should
have been SABS SOUCI

KAKAEL JAMES should be MIKAEL JAMES

JO'S VELVETEEN changed from SEMIDOUBLE TO STAN¬
DARD

RHINESTONE COWBOY by Gary Beck should have been
hybridized by Susan Whitaker

FORT WORTH FIRST should have been FORT WORTH'S FIRST
POP MUSIC should be POP MUSIK

STELLA D should be STELLO P

NEW HYBRID -- Here’s a new cultivar, Tucille
Loughlin’, hybridized by Pat Christen and nam¬
ed for one of the members of the Bergen Coun¬
ty AVS of Ridgefield, NJ and shown at the show,
“Dancin’ Violets”. In the photo are L-R, Mrs. Lee
Borey, show chairman, Mrs. Christen (holding
plant) and Muriel Kaiser.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

31

LES FLORALIES

A WORLD'S FAIR OF FLOWERS

Juliana Jacober
c/o ]. A. Peterson Sons
3132 McHenry Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45211

Montreal, Quebec, was the site of Les Floralies In¬
ternationales 1980, the world's largest exhibit of
flowers and plants. This was the first time a floral ex¬
hibit of this type has been held in North America.
AMARC, Montreal's recreation and cultural associa¬
tion, and the Montreal Botanical Gardens were in
charge of the exhibit.

In order to display all types of plants from approx¬
imately 22 countries, Les Floralies was divided into
two showings. The Indoor Floralies was held in the
Velodrome at the Olympic Park. More than two
million flowers were displayed in magnificent floral
arrangements and small garden settings in the central
region of the Velodrome. This area was surrounded
by a walkway used by exhibitors from around the
world for display and sale of floral products ranging
from live blooming plants to horticultural equip¬
ment.

J. A. Peterson, Sons, Cincinnati, OH, was one of
the companies from the United States. Visitors to Les
Floralies enjoyed the African violets displayed and
sold by Peterson's. Montrealiers were especially at-
(cont'd. on page 33)

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

32

A WORLD'S FAIR OF FLOWERS
(cont'd. from page 32)

tracted by the miniature African violets, which are
hard to find in Canada.

He Notre-Dame, a man-made island located in the
St. Lawrence River, was the site of the Outdoor
Floralies. Outdoor Floralies will become a permanent
exhibit of gardens from around the world. Quebec
has the largest display, depicting the diversity of their
gardens. A peat bog was also transplanted from
James Bay, Quebec to give visitors a chance to see a
subartic tundra. The United States' gardens were
conceived around the theme "Green Survival," an
ecological movement sponsored by the American
Association of Nurserymen. Plants were chosen for
their resistance to damaging city conditions.

One of the important aspects of Les Floralies inter¬
national is the opportunity it affords horticulturists
from around the world to meet and exchange ideas.
Seminars will be held throughout the summer cover¬
ing all types of plants and flowers. Ecology and a
respect for nature's beauty are also an important part
of Les Floralies. With so many countries cooperating
together to construct this spectacular exhibit, Les
Floralies can truly be called a World's Fair of
Flowers.

SHE’S WINNER — Mrs. Pat McDonald won
Best in Show, 2nd Best in show, AVSA Collec¬
tion and sweepstakes at the Tampa AVS 5th an¬
nual show, “Fashions in Violets”. Pat is pic¬
tured with her AVSA Collection (Gold Rosette)
plants, ’Bubblegum’, ’Abigail Adams’ and ’Sun¬
dance’.

PORTRAITS

Ken Wezelis of Rochester, NY spent two years in a
walking cast because of curvature of the spine. Dur¬
ing those two years of being on his back for months
at a time, he found "growing African violets helped
me a lot. It was a hobby I could do and was more fun
and rewarding than just staring at the walls."

At one of the Rochester AVS shows, Ken entered
12 plants and won 17 ribbons, including a Junior Best
of Show, four Best Classes, $35 in gift certificates,
and two sterling silver bowls.

"Evidently, I must have done something right," he
laughs.

Ken's interest in African violets, of which there are
more than 30,000 varieties, began when he was four
years old. "I bought Mom an African violet at a fair,"
he recalls. "The poor thing lived, but it just sat
there." Later Ken would take an interest in plants and
"rediscover" the violet. With care it grew. "They
need a lot of TLC (tender loving care), but you don't
have to babysit them," he advises.

His bedroom is packed with shelves of violets.
"Some people collect stamps or pennies. I always
wanted violets; I think they're great!" He notices
though, that he's running out of room for his plants,
which number about 70. He says he'll have to reduce
the number as they continue to grow. Fortunately,
Ken's brother Kevin is not as interested in plants.
"We'd be fighting for window space," says Ken.

When Ken first became ill in March, 1977, his
mother said, "We tried to find things for him to do,
and so we sent away for some violet leaves."

Ken, a 15-year-old student at Athena, says he en¬
joys the fun and learning atmosphere he finds at the
monthly society meetings. He was a judge's clerk at
the club's last show, stapling ribbons and answering
questions. "It went smoothly," he says. It got tiring
in the cast, "but it was exciting. I learned a lot about
plants from listening to people there."

Ken knows his African violets, and he equates
them with people. "They're just like people. If you
give them the right conditions, they live right. When
a violet flowers beautifully, you can tell it is happy."

He's not interested in a future of commercial
violet-growing. "You can't give the plants personal
attention in that situation," he says. He disapproves
of sprays and other concoctions, because "what af¬
fects the plants affects people, too."

He's interested in hybridizing too, but his ventures
may not go too far. "My only problem," he says, "is
no room!"

Now Ken's mother has started growing African
violets. Hers are shelved in front of the living room
window. "Mom loves the miniatures," he says.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

33

BOYCE EDENS RESEARCH FUND

(Please send your contributions and donations to the new Boyce Edens Research Fund chairman, Mrs. J. D. (Dorothy) Spence,
6808 Duquesne, Austin, TX 78723, who succeeds Mrs. Fred (Frances) Young. Mrs. Young has been appointed Convention Show
Coordinator.)

Contributions made toward the research program
from July 28, 1980 to September 30, 1980.

Orange County AVS, Fullerton, CA . 15.00

First Nighter AVS of Dallas, TX, in memory of

Mrs. L. Clyde (Mildred) Williams . 10.00

Oconomowoc AVS, WI . 10.00

The First New Orleans AVS, LA . 10.00

AVS of Valdosta, GA . . . 5.00

AVS of Springfield, of Delaware County, PA

in memory of Mrs. Jo (Robert B.) Carll . 10.00

Springdale Violet Study Club, AR . . 10.00

Shreveport AVS, LA in memory of

Mrs. F. J. (Agnes) Rodie . 10.00

AV Study Club of Houston, TX . . . . . 10.00

AVS of Greater Kansas City, MO . 10.00

Violets on the Bayou, Napoleonville, LA . 5.00

Santa Clara Valley AV Club, San Jose, CA

in memory of Almeda Boothe . 10.00

Margaret E. (Mrs. Oliver) Schantz, San Jose, CA

in memory of Almeda Boothe . . . . . 5.00

AVS of Grays Harbor, Aberdeen, WA

in memory of Mrs. Marjorie G. Charlton . 10.00

North Texas Judges Council, Dallas, TX

in memory of Mrs. Charles A. (Margaret) Frost . 10.00

First Austin AVS, TX

in memory of Meda Askey . 10.00

AVS of Philadelphia, PA . 15.00

Milwaukee AVS, WI . 25.00

Metropolitan St. Louis AVS, MO

in memory of Mrs. James Casey . . . . . 5.00

Patriots Violet Club, Woburn, MA

in memory of Leslie St. Lawrence . 10.00

Duck River Garden Club of Old Lyme, CT

in lieu speaker's fee to Gail Magaldi . . . 35.00

Portland AVS, OR

in memory of Sister Bernadette . . . . . . 5.00

Mid County Saintpaulians, Nederland, TX . 10.00

Baton Rouge AVS, LA . . 10.00

AV Study Club of Houston, TX

in lieu speaker's fee to Dr. Charles Cole . 25.00

First Lakeland AVS, FL

in memory of Duane A. Beck . . . . 5.00

AV Club of Leisure World, Laguna Hills, CA

in memory of Marjorie Johnson . 25.00

Desert AVS, Lancaster, CA

in memory of John Fassold . . . 5.00

Pomana Valley AVS, LaVeme, CA, proceeds from sale of

culture pamphlets prepared by Pauline Bartholomew . 34.68

Indian Capital AVS, Muskogee, OK

in memory of Ethel Patrick . 10.00

Mary Doggett Lake Garden Club of Ft. Worth, TX

in lieu speaker's fee for Mrs. Gorman Fuller . . 5.00

Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson, Tavares, FL

in memory of Jimmy Watson . . 10.00

Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson, Tavares, FL

in mernory of Rene Edmundson . . . 10.00

Mrs. Helen Bell for "Happiness Is" AVS,

Longmont, CO . . . . . . . . 10.00

Mrs. Gladys Hudnall, Austin, TX

in memory of Meda Askey . 5.00

Betty Bauhs, Austin, TX

in memory of Meda Askey . . 5.00

Dorothy Spence, Austin, TX

in memory of Meda Askey . 5.00

Niagara Frontier AVS, Niagara, NY . . . 5.00

First Nighter AVS of Dallas, TX in lieu of

travel expenses for Polly Benningfield . . 5.00

Roxborough Garden Club, Philadelphia, PA

in lieu of speaker's fee to Mrs. Thomas Shannon . . 35.00

Desert AVS, Lancaster, CA

in memory of Henery Hooyirinh . . . 5.00

- - -

A VS A Booster
Fund

Mrs. Arthur F. Boland (Mary A.)

6415 Wilcox Court
Alexandria, VA 22310

Many thanks to all our faithful contributors and I
hope you keep up the good work.

The Booster Fund has just received the following
contributions:

Violets on the Bayou A VS A,

Napolenville, LA . $ 5.00

AVS of Philadelphia, PA . 15.00

Evening AVC of Des Moines, lA . . 10.00

Milwaukee AVS, WI . . . 25.00

Parmatown AVC, Cleveland, OH . 15.00

Potomac Council of A.V. Judges, VA

in memory of Jimmy Watson . 10.00

First AVS of Wichita Falls, TX . . . 9.00

NEW OFHCERS

PLEASE — don't send your new officers
names to the Editor. She has no use for them!
Send them to Mildred Schroeder, Affiliate
Chairman. The president's name is printed
with the list of Affiliates in the November
Magazine:

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

34

Guest Columnist
Mrs. Colleen Delmolino
P.O. Box 103, Erving, MA 01344

THERE'S NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW BUSINESS - Part II
(courtesy Ye Bay Stater)

In November, we discussed the setting up of a small
scale growing program, using a maximum of 12 "ex¬
perimental" plants. In this issue, we are going to talk
about last minute physical preparations (for your
plants), and last minute mental preparation (for you)
before the show.

In this issue, we are going to attempt to overcome
another common disease, "Show Fright". Perhaps
you are familiar with this disease — prone to inflic¬
ting potential exhibitors just prior to show time. It
doesn't last too long — disappears right after a show
— but tends to reappear again, always prior to a
show.

Okay — you've brought your plants through
months of preparation. We are counting the days un¬
til show time. Now you've just got to admit, after
gearing our previous recommendations to your
specific growing conditions, don't those plants look
better than they did? Don't they look better than any
you've even grown before? Please don't answer "no".

Are you pleased with your disbudding? We don't
want discouagement if your plants don't seem to be
producing the number of bloom stalks that you'd
originally envisioned. Not all plants are as prolific as
others; not all plants adapt to disbudding; not all
plants accurately fit the general rule of the disbud¬
ding theory; some plants come into bloom more
slowly than others; some come into bloom rather
quickly and all at once. So, just because you might
not be experiencing perfection in the bloom category,
doesn't mean that you have failed. Learning to ac¬
curately gauge various plants' habits comes through
experience, and even then, the most experienced ex¬
hibitors cannot always predict what a plant will do
and how it will "behave".

One factor that none of us can control is the
weather. If your growing area became unseasonably
warm, chances are bloom is being hurried; if your
growing area is on the cool side, it follows that
bloom will be slower in coming.

However, you must be cognizant of the fact that
floriferousness (which is nothing more than a big

word meaning "bloom"), counts a great deal towards
the determination of whether or not your plant is
awarded a blue, red, or white ribbon.

So, it is the abundance of fresh bloom that strikes
the eye of the judges. Be realistic as you look over
your potential show plants. The judges are looking
for a good head of bloom on the day that they judge
your plant. Buds don't count. In other words, they
don't carry around a crystal ball, and look into the
future concerning your plant — trying to figure out
what it is going to look like in two or three weeks
after those bud stalks have opened.

Nor — do they carry around a time machine,
enabling them to look back at what your plant might
have looked like two or three weeks prior to the
show. Faded beauty is definitely in the eyes of the
beholder, if you will — in this case, a panel of judges.
While your plant might have looked great a couple of
weeks before the show, if many of the blooms have
gone by, experience (mine), says leave the plant
home. Judges have great eyes! Bloom that is spent
(well past its prime) that is left on a plant for a show
makes an impression all right — but the wrong kind.
You know the bloom that I'm talking about, the kind
that is turning brown in the center and has so
"nicely" edged the bloom — like a brown Geneva!
The kind of bloom that in its hey-day was a vivid
purple and is now faded lavender; and what I really
love are the candidates for dried flower ar¬
rangements. Right, those blooms whose stalks have
turned from green to dark brown (resembling wire),
and whose blooms have turned so fragile that they
almost crumble when touched!

This is a correctable fault — when leaving spent
bloom that can, should, and must be removed prior
to a show. Remember, judges don't award ribbons
based on what they think your plant is going to look
like a few weeks down the line. Nor do they award
ribbons based on what their imagination tells them
that your plant might have looked like a few weeks
ago. Judges award ribbons based on the overall ap¬
pearance and condition of your plant on the day

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

35

your plant is judged.

Don't be disheartened if, perhaps, you might have
four plants that fall into the questionable bloom
category, i.e., bloom gone by or bloom still off in the
future. Many experienced exhibitors might grow 60
plants for a show, disbud their entire collection, and
perhaps only wind up bringing 30 plants to a show.
Many reasons — the same as described previously,
some plants come into bloom quickly; others lag
behind; weather conditions; many factors come into
play, including the personality of each plant.

So please, don't let yourself become discouraged
or allow yourself to feel like a failure if all 12 of your
plants aren't what you initially dreamed they'd be.

Another very important criteria in determining a
blue ribbon (notice the word "blue" not red or white)
is symmetry. You are striving for a perfectly sym¬
metrical plant. If you have a plant that looks great
with the exception of one leaf, the question is, do you
remove that leaf or let it remain on the plant? Good
question. I think what I would recommend is this.
Take a piece of tissue paper, cover up the leaf in
question. Study your plant. If the removal of that
leaf is going to make your plant appear as a pie minus
one big slice, I think that I would chance it and leave
the leaf on. A gigantic and very noticeable gap in
symmetry might prove more harmful to your award
chances than one "questionable" leaf. However, if,
after studying your plant with the leaf "obscured" by
the tissue paper, if it does not appear to be harming
your symmetry, remove it. Use common sense and
good judgment. Remember this, though. The tissue
paper trick should be tried first. Once a leaf is re¬
moved, even super glue won't put it back.

Now you are probably saying to yourself, "all of
this is so 'iffy' and rather abstract", especially if you
have never exhibited before. Well, it is easy enough
to gauge whether or not your plant is relatively sym¬
metrical. In the floriferousness category, a good rule
of thumb is that a standard sized African violet plant
should have a good head of fresh bloom in propor¬
tion to the size of the plant. I really don't want to
start throwing out figures because there are too many
"ifs", "ands", "buts", etc., to be contending with —
but, considering all factors, and if your plant looks
good, appears to have experienced good cultural
techniques throughout its life, and if your plant has
somewhere between 20-25 fresh blooms, you've got
yourself a good shot at a blue ribbon.

Look — don't run over and start counting the
number of flowers on your plants. Here again, use
your own good judgment, taking the size of your
plant into consideration. Do you honestly feel that
the amount of bloom on the plant right now is suffi¬
cient? If you can answer yes, you are generally okay.

And speaking of size — don't feel that your plants

have to measure a certain number of inches before
they are considered for blue ribbons. That is just not
the case. A blue ribbon plant is a blue ribbon plant
regardless of its size. Remember, it is how well your
plant has been grown, how beautiful it looks on the
day of the show, not how many inches it is in
diameter.

One very, very important point to remember is
that a judge isn't going to stand over your plant and
deliberately look for what might be wrong, for
negative aspects. On the contrary, the judges are
looking for the positive aspects of your plant. They
are human, you know. They do grow African
violets, too. Therefore, there is a good chance that
not only do they know certain plants, understand
certain plants, but are aware of their traits and their
growing habits. This is to your benefit. However,
while they understand growth patterns and
behavioral patterns of certain cultivars, what they
will not tolerate is a correctable fault.

Make sure that the leaves of your plants are free
and clear of dust and dirt. Make sure the petioles are
clean. They don't want to see dirt and dust all over
the plant. That is something that can be easily cor¬
rected; should be corrected; and if it isn't, your
plants will be penalized, and rightly so. This is
something that you can correct just before the show.
So do it!

A judge realizes that you might not have been able
to achieve perfect symmetry; that you might have a
small gap in your symmetrical pattern of leaves. A
judge realizes that you might not have as much
bloom as they would like to see. They realize that
these are not correctable errors just prior to a show.
But again, a dirty plant is something that can and
should be rectified.

If, for some reason, you find it necessary to
remove a number of outer leaves just prior to a
show, make sure that you repot that plant, hiding
any traces of an unsightly neck. Even a small neck,
half an inch or an inch. I will never forget the com¬
ment I received on one of my entry cards by a judge
who spied my inept disguise of a neck on one of my
plants. "It is better to repot than hill up"! So, repot
your plant, making sure that the bottom of the
crown is relatively flush with the rim of the pot.

What else can be corrected a short time prior to a
show? Well, three-inch pots don't seem to do justice
to 18" specimens; nor do six inch pots well present an
8" plant. Make sure that the pot you are using is in
good proportion to the size of your plant. A good
rule of thumb — a 12" plant should potted in a four-
inch pot, i.e., approximately Va the diameter of the
plant.

Now that you've chosen your plants, make sure
that you pack them carefully so they do not become

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

36

damaged enroute to the show. There is nothing more
disheartening than improperly packing a beautiful
specimen — ■ because you will undoubtedly arrive at
the show, and presto, improper packing has resulted
in many leaves being broken. If you can form some
sort of protective collar underneath the petioles of
the plant, do it. This will protect them. Further, use a
cereal box or milk carton, whatever, (recycling is
"in" these days you know), as an anchor. In other
words, cut a hole in it, insert the base of the pot.
Then, put your plant, etc., in your traveling carton.
In order to prevent the plant from rattling around
within the larger carton, roll up newspapers and tuck
them all around your cereal carton. This should hold
your plant firm, in the middle of the carton, prevent¬
ing leaf damage.

All of this was pretty easy, wasn't it? But while
your plants look good, you still aren't convinced that
you want to exhibit? Are you afraid that you might
be criticized, made fun of, humiliated if you don't
win a blue; and that any criticism directed toward
your plant is really directed towards you.

If exhibiting was really that bad do you honestly
think that the rest of us would have ever bothered to
"show" (no pun intended) up? I mean really, this isn't
an encounter session where we sit around and take
out our hostilities in the form of criticism to you and
your plants. NO, NO NO!!! Shows are just the op¬
posite. Do you know what they are? This is where a
panel of judges awards you for the time and effort
that you've spent growing your plant. This is where
constructive suggestions help you to improve from
show to show. This is where you learn what a judge
expects from a blue ribbon plant.

Okay, envision yourself arriving at the show for
registration. You are probably shaking so much that
you've been barely able to carry the boxes into the
show room. You are probably hoping that there will
be so many people ahead of you that they won't have
time for you, nor will they have room for your
plants.

No one is there to ridicule another member's ef¬
forts. We are there because we enjoy African violets.
We are there because we want to share our ideas and
experiences with you.

Look at it this way, we are trying to cure you of
the "I want to grow one of everything" syndrome;
and the "show fright" syndrome; but at the same
time, we are going to do everything in our power to
get you addicted to a new disease: "SHOW FEVER".

Many of the girls at the registration desk are
judges. If they spot something that they feel can be
easily corrected on the spot, they are going to offer a
suggestion to you. We really want to see you do your
very best at the show. We want you to exhibit. We
don't want to scare you away.

The registration desk is going to have you fill out
an entry card for each plant giving the plant's name
and your name. That plant will then be inspected for
disease; classified by the Classification committee
(insuring its entry into the proper class). There, the
plants are now out of your hands — too late now to
back out.

In fact, half the battle is now over. You have ac¬
tually made it to the show, and have actually entered
your plants.

This is when you begin to get really "nutso". It's
normal. You begin to think, and by the time the
show opens will probably have yourself convinced
(and wrongly so), that you are going to get out to the
show floor and find that not one of your plants has a
ribbon and, because your name is on every plant,
you will just be humiliated. And you are thinking
that you don't like crying in public and you are now
planning your get away, hoping it will be so graceful
that no one will notice you, and/or remember you.

But, by the time you find that the show has
opened, your curiosity gets the best of you! You
want to know, but you don't want to know!

So, time to look. Off you go. Head down, hoping
no one that you met at the registration desk will see
you; giving it the old "I'm really only a shopper
glancing at the exhibit" act — and then you find your
first entry. Surprise! A ribbon! The shakes (this time
from excitement) return. Look at the comment on the
back of your entry card. Not so bad, was it? On to
check out the rest.

On the way home, and for months after, you are
asking yourself, "Why haven't I done this before?"
And, you are already making mental notes for next
year's show, laying the ground work and vowing to
yourself that you'll make a definite improvement
from year to year. We can read your mind now,
never thought you'd live through this "experience"
did you? And, even though you might have had but
a few entries this year, those ribbons have already
given you the incentive to strive for better results
next year, haven't they? From another positive angle
— look how well you did with only 3-4 months
preparation. Just think what you can do with an en¬
tire year! And don't worry folks, we aren't about to
write an article on curing the "Show Fever" syn¬
drome. We've got it, you've got it now, and that is
one "disease" that we aren't about to let anyone be
cured of!

DON'T EXPERIMENT
If growing African violets is a new hobby
for you, then don't EXPERIMENT! Don't try
any new idea with your plants. You may lose
all of them. Try experimenting with just ONE
plant and if it works, then try it on the others.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

37

COMING

EVENTS

(EDITOR'S NOTE): If your show date does not appear in this
issue it was received too late. Please see "Strictly Business —
Your Business" on inside cover page for deadline dates and
PLEASE observe them.

(Please send notices of "Coming Events" directly to the
Editor; not to the Knoxville Office. See inside cover (Strict¬
ly Business — Your Business) for deadlines and PLEASE
observe them.)

JAN 31 LOUISIANA - The Top Choice AVS of Shreveport's
workshop "Violet Culture" at Barnwell Art and Garden Center on
Riverfront, Shreveport. Open to the public, 9:30 a. m. -12:30 p.m.
Mrs. Glenn Reeves, Chairman. Claude Brunson, President.

FEB. 10-14 FLORIDA — "African Violets Around The World",
22nd show of Upper Pinellas AVS, at Country Side Mall, Clear¬
water, 2601 U.S. Highway 19 North and 580. Feb 11, 1-9 p.m., Feb.
12-13, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Feb 14, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

FEB. 13-14 TEXAS — Hill Country AVS of San Antonio's spring
show/sale "Melody of Violets", at Central Park Mall, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

FEB. 14-15 FLORIDA — The Central Florida AVS 9th annual
show, "For the Love of Violets," Continental Resources Co., 1560
Orange Ave., Winter Park, Feb. 14, 12 noon-5 p.m.; Feb. 15, 11
a.m.-5 p.m. show chairman, Mrs. Charles Midgett.

FEB. 21-22 FLORIDA — Tampa AVS' 6th annual show/plant
sale, "Come to Our African Violet Fair!" at Seminola Heights
Garden Center, Tampa. Feb. 21, 1-9 p.m.; Feb. 22, 12 noon-5 p.m.
Mrs. Margaret Ritchie, president.

FEB. 28-MAR. 1 FLORIDA — Haines City AVS' annual show
"Violets Around the Clock", at the Women's Club, 132 South Sixth
Street, Haines City. Feb. 28, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Mar. 1, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Admission free. Visitors welcome. Show chairman, Mrs. John Wed¬
dle; president, Mrs. Warren B. Partain.

FEB. 28-MAR. 1 TEXAS — The Bloomin' Violet Club of Fort
Worth's first judged show, "A Fountain Of Violets", at Fort Worth
Garden Center, 3220 Botanic Garden Dr. Feb. 28, 1-3 p.m.. Mar. 1,
1-3 p.m. Mrs. Gordon Nettleton, Show Chairman.

FEB 28-MAR. 1 MISSOURI — "Prelude to Spring", 27th annual
show of Metropolitan St. Louis AVS in Lehmann Building, Missouri
Botanical (Shaw's) Garden, 2101 Tower Grove Ave., St. Louis. Feb.
28, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.. Mar. 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

MAR. 6-7 FLORIDA — AV Council of Florida's annual judged
show/sale, "Violets Highlight Florida", at the Regency Mall, 9501
Arlington Expressway, Jacksonville. Mar. 6, 10 a.m. -9 p.m.; Mar. 7,
10 a.m.-6 p.m. Registration, Mar. 5, 2-8 p.m. Admission and park¬
ing free. Show chairman, Henry Huckenbacker; cochairman, Max¬
ine Cherry.

MAR. 6-7 LOUISIANA — Top Choice AVS of Shreveport's an¬
nual spring show/sale at Pierremont Mall in Uptown Shopping
Center on Line Ave. Theme, "Violets For All Seasons" Mrs. M. L.
Harwell, Show Chairman. Claude Brunson, President. Open to
public Mar. 6, 2-6 p.m.. Mar. 7, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

MAR. 6-7 TEXAS — The Spring Branch AVC's annual
show/ plant sale at Fairhaven United Methodist Church, 1330
Gessner, Houston. Mar. 6, 3-8 p.m.; Mar. 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. No ad¬
mission.

MAR. 7-8 ALABAMA — Capital City AVS' annual show at
Hillcrest Garden Center, 1632 South Court Street, Montgomery.
Chris Till, Show Chairman, and Barbara Strock, Cochairman.

MAR. 7-8 ARIZONA — The Tucson AVS' annual show "Violets
Over the Rainbow" at Park Mall. Mar. 7, 12 noon-7 p.m.. Mar. 8,
12 noon-5 p.m. Show Chairman, Beverly Reiter, Publicity Chair¬
man, Betsy Evans.

MAR. 7-8 KANSAS — Wichita AV Study Club's 19th annual
show, "Spring Fling With Violets", at the Ramada Inn East, 8300 E.
Kellogg, on Highway 54. Mar. 7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Mar. 8, 11 a.m.-4
p.m. Admission free. Mrs. John Sheffield, show chairman.

MAR. 7-8 LOUISIANA — Baton Rouge AVS' annual show,
"Violets — Louisiana's Lagniappe" at Baton Rouge Garden Center,
7950 Independence Boulevard, Independence Park, Baton Rouge.
Mar. 7, 2-6 p.m.; Mar. 8, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Mrs. W. J. Plauche, presi¬
dent; Mrs. J. F. Spear, show chairman.

MAR. 10-13 TEXAS — Dixie AVS' annual convention and judges'
School at Red Carpet Inn in Beaumont. Hazel Hebert, Nederland,
convention chairman. Mar. 10, Judges school. Suzy Johnson, Orlan¬
do, FL. teacher; Mar. 11, 10 a.m. Registration of delegates; plant en¬
tries; 7 p.m. reception and slide show; Mar. 12, show, 4-6 p.m.;
workshops; 7 p.m. chuck wagon barbecue; Mar. 13, 9:30 a.m. Tour
of Golden Triangle, luncheon at Googan's on Pleasure Island; 7 p.m.
banquet.

MAR, 13-14 NEW JERSEY — Central Jersey AVS' second annual
show/plant sale at First United Methodist Church of Matawan,
Atlantic Ave. and Church St., Aberdeen Township, N.J. Mar. 13,
4:30-10:00 PM; Mar. 14, 9 AM-5 PM,

MAR. 20-21 TEXAS — The Houston Gesneriad Society's
show/ sale at Hermann Park Garden Center, 1500 Hermann Dr.,
Houston. Mar. 20, Plant sale, 12 noon-7 p.m.. Show 3-7 p.m. Mar.
21, show/sale, 11 a.m. -5 p.m. Meredith Hall, Show Chairman.

MAR. 21-22 LOUISIANA — Alexandria AVS' annual show,
"Violets in Cotton Country", at Bolton Avenue Community Center,
Alexandria. Mar. 21, 2-5 p.m.; Mar. 22, 10 a.m. -4 p.m.

MAR. 20-21 TEXAS — First AVS of Dallas' 27th annual show,
"African Violets Between the Bookends", at Northpark Shopping
Mall, Northwest Highway and Central Expressway. Mar. 20 1-9
p.m.; Mar. 21, 10 a.m. -8 p.m.

MAR, 28-29 FLORIDA — The First Lakeland AVS' first annual
show/ plant sale at City Operations Center, 1000 East Parker,
Lakeland. No admission. Public invited. Debbi Snyder, 624
Chatham Drive, Lakeland 33803, in charge.

APRIL 3-5 DELAWARE — Annual show, "Clowning Around
With Violets" of the Delaware AVS at Pomeroy's Community
Room, Concord Mall, Wilmington. April 3, 3:30-10 p.m.; April 4,
10 a.m. -10 p.m.; April 5, 12 noon-4 p.m. Show chairman, Mrs.
Bessie Pyle.

APRIL 3-5 TENNESSEE - Bluff City AVC to hold annual spring
show, "Violets Extravaganza" at Raleigh Springs Mall, Raleigh. Mrs.
Iona Pair, chairman; Mrs. Rita Cooper, president.

APRIL 4-5 TEXAS — Brazos Valley AVC's "Symphony of

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Violets", at the Brazos Center. Open to the public, April 4, 9:30

a. m. -5:30 p.m.; April 5, 1:30-5:30 p.m.

APRIL 9-10 TEXAS — The Friendship Gesneriad and A VS of
Richardson will present "Saturday Matinee . . . Starring Violets" at
the Prestonwood Town Center. Hours to be announced.

APRIL 9"11 OHIO — Columbus AVS' 32nd annual show/plant
sale, "African Violets Is the Life!" at Halle's Downtown Store, April
9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; April 10, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; April 11, 10 a.m. -3 p.m.
Mrs. Elmer Lusk show chairman; Mrs. Edwin Miller, cochairman.

APRIL 11-12 MICHIGAN - Border Cities AVC's annual judged
plant show/sale, "Easter Parade of Violets." Dom Polaski Hall, 5505
E. Buffalo at McNichols, Detroit. April 11, 2-8 p.m.; April 12, 11
a.m.-5 p.m. Ellen Platz show chairman, Cathy Sonnanstine,
cochairman.

APRIL 11-12 NEW YORK — "A Rainbow of Violets", annual
show of the AVS of Albany and Capital District AVS, at Knights of
Columbus Hall, 375 Ontonio St., Albany. Mrs. Henrietta V. Smith
and Mrs. Florence Zabinski, Cochairmen.

APRIL 24-26 TENNESSEE - Memphis and Shelby County AVS'
spring show, "Year 'Round Happiness With Violets" at Goldsmith
Garden Center. Mrs. Lillian Woody, chairman; Mrs. Clyo Fowler,
president.

MAY 1-3 PENNSYLVANIA - AVS of Lower Bucks County's an¬
nual Spring show, "Violets Win — Place — Show", at Pomeroy's
Department Store, Neshanimy Mall, Levittown. May 1, 5-9 p.m.;
May 2, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.. May 3, 12 noon-4 p.m. Chairman, Mrs. Fay
Chadwick, Cochairman, Mrs. Connie Baer.

MAY 2-3 WISCONSIN - Brown Thumb A VC of Green Bay
show/sale, "A Violet Garden", at the Port Plaza Mall, (tramway)
Green Bay. May 2, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; May 3, 12 noon-5 p.m.
Everyone welcome. Barb Goral, president.

MAY 9 TEXAS — The Brazos Valley AVC's annual Mother's Day
Sale at Manor East Mall, Saturday, May 9, 9:30 a. m. -5:30 p.m.
Blooming plants will be available in all price ranges.

MAY 9 TEXAS - AV Culture Club of Port Arthur's annual
Novice Growers' Judged show, plant sale and educational exhibit at
Jefferson City Shopping Center, Port Arthur. 10 a.m. Esca Heame,
show chairman. Mary Legate, educational exhibit chairman; Jane
LaRocca, plant sale chairman.

MAY 16-17 CONNECTICUT - Silvermine AVS' spring
show/plant sale, "African Violet Routes", at Cranbury School,
Know-a-Lot Lane, Norwalk. May 16, 1-6 p.m.; May 17, 10 a.m. -5
p.m.

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We Protest! We Do!

Connie Salland
1625 Wildwood Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23454

What are we going to do about these African
violets on the market which don't produce identical
plants?

We can protest, of course. Three cheers to Priscilla

Gray for her protest in the September AVM. Now we
want to protest! This protest comes from Enid
Clarke, Mary Miller, Barbara Stockton, June Meska,
Bernice Charlton, Helen Calp, Beatrice Gulick and
me, all of whom are members of the Lynnhaven
AVS. All of us are exasperated and frustrated.

How many times have we breathed upon and
hovered over a bud, just waiting to see the flower ap¬
pear that we'd ordered — only to find it a dud!

I, too, have two 'Blue Thunders' Priscilla Gray
wrote about in her article, "Don't Grow Mishaps."
Neither are true! So that's why all our club members
are joining in this protest to hybridizers and Com¬
mercials: "Don't Grow Mishaps." Right now many
of our fantasies have no flecks, our genevas have no
edges, and we have solid color bicolors. And lots of
our variegates have no variegation!

What are we to do? So let's get with it hybridizers
and growers!

Our hobbies have no room on our shelves for these
mistakes!

ATTENTION, ADVERTISERS
Deadlines must be observed if your ad is to
appear in the right Magazine. We cannot ac¬
cept ads sent in after the designated deadline.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

39

"PARTNERSHIPS" AT HOUSE OF VIOLETS

Charlyne and Ralph Reed
936-940 Garland St. SW
Camden, AK 71701

YES, WE HAVE PARTNERS! And we want to tell
you about them — from North, South, East and
West we have representatives who will have our 1981
introductions available in April. There will be 22
brand new House of Violets varieties.

We do enjoy hybridizing — making the crosses,
that long wait for the seed pods to mature, planting
the seed, watching the microscopic seedlings appear
— and then wonders! — brand new blossoms. We
sometimes find it difficult to pick only the ones we
feel are the very best and eliminate the other hun¬
dreds. It is fun though to name the cream of the crop.

But all this would not be very meaningful if we
could not share with other African violet lovers. For
this reason we began shipping plants — so that many
who were unable to visit our Violet Room could have
access to these beauties.

Now — we have a better idea. Our partners will
help us. Even now these partners are raising the little
plants that will be available on April 15 — all brand
new — never on the market before.

We will not be shipping plants in the future but our
loyal customers who have ordered from us for years
will have no trouble in obtaining these new plants.

Of course our Moist-Rite planter business con¬
tinues. We are factory representative and sell both
retail and wholesale by mail. We could not do
without this dependable Moist-Rite planter. Our seed
pod plants are in them. We plant our seed in them.
We propagate leaves in them for proving through at
least three generations. And, of course, all our large
plants are in Moist-Rites.

May we say a special thanks to all of you who
have ordered directly from us in the past, and for
your unsolicited letters telling of your appreciation of
our careful packing? And thanks for the special shar¬
ing of your happiness when your plants won special
awards. We know you will be glad to know you will
still be able to buy from our PARTNERS. Look for
their ads in the magazine. If you will send us a self-
addressed, stamped envelope we will send you a
complete list of partners.

We do miss visits from our friends and want you
to know you are still welcome to come by. Although
we have nothing to sell locally, you just might get a
"SNEAK PREVIEW" of things to come.

GOD bless you all!

Cure for Mites

Mrs. Keith Haywood
5280 Haven Rd.
Leonard, MI 48038

Have you been fighting that losing battle of mites
for months, losing plants faster than you can count,
and when you think you finally have the little pests
under control, more crop up?

We had them 3 years ago, lost an untold number
of plants, before discovering a product called Mor-
istan, a miticide, which kills both the mite and the
larvae, therefore, stopping the problem in its tracks!

Since we are unable to find Moristan in our area
any longer we are now using a product called Pentac
WP, also a miticide and equally effective, it also kills
the mite and the larvae.

We really like either of these products as neither
has an odor, the toxidity is much lower than some of
the others and they have a long residual activity, we
have not found either to harm buds or blossoms, nor
spot foliage in any of our plants, when used fresh.
Neither has a long shelf life, so we mix what we will
use within 10 days. Our plants are sprayed monthly
as a preventive, with a fine mist sprayer, mixing a

1/4 tsp. per quart of water, each plant is picked up,
groomed and misted from underneath, directing the
mist at the center of the plant.

Last fall, I had 3 plants near a window sill show
signs of mites. They were sprayed and isolated in a
plastic bag — they straightened right up with one
spraying! In badly infested collections, I feel a 2nd
spraying would be called for, altho not sure whether
or not it is necessary.

Since these little pests come thru windows, can be
carried in clothing, garden vegetables, and pets, we
prefer not to wait until we have a problem to act.

Please, use the usual precautions for dealing with
pesticides, when using either of these products.
Check your Garden Centers for Pentac WP, since its
used for roses and many other outdoor plants.

I for one feel great, knowing this is one pest, I no
longer worry about. Good Luck and happy grow¬
ing!!

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

40

Real African Violet Paperweights
& Key Chains

Retta Hamilton
1118 Merriman Place
Longmont, CO. 80501

Ever wish for a beautiful and different paperweight or practical key chain which held blossoms from your
favorite violet? Here's an easy way to create exactly that in a unique glass-like liquid casting resin that
preserves the beauty of your violet forever. These exquisite paperweights and key chains can be made at a
minimal cost and make extremely unique and special gifts or may be sold during club sales to help fund yearly
club activities. Regardless of what you decide to do with them, I'm sure you will enjoy making these unusual
items and be marveled by your results.

VIOLET PAPERWEIGHTS & KEY CHAINS

MATERIALS NEEDED:

1. Dried violet blossoms & dried weeds

(For drying instructions, see African Violet
Magazine; Volume 32, Number 2, March
1979, Page 4.)

2. Liquid casting resin

Available at Hobby & Craft Stores,

COST: 1 quart, approx. $6.00,

MAKES: 11-3 oz. paperweights or 13 - 2 1/2
oz. paperweights or 21 - 1 1/2 oz. key chains

3. Liquid catalyst

Comes with purchase of resin

4. Plastic molds

Available at Hobby & Craft Stores,

COST: $ .65 - $1.60, (Available in various
shapes and sizes.)

5. No Stick Cooking Spray

Pam, Cooking Ease, Etc.

6. Disposable plastic drinking cups

Available at grocery stores,

COST: approx. 20 for 70c:

7. Wooden popsicle sticks

8. Kleenex tissue

9. White felt & White glue

* FOR MAKING PAPERWEIGHTS ONLY

10. Plastic soda straws & masking tape

* FOR MAKING KEY CHAINS ONLY

11. Key rings or chains

* FOR MAKING KEY CHAINS ONLY

PROCEDURE FOR MAKING PAPERWEIGHTS
(WORK IN WELL VENTILATED AREA)

1. Spray a light coat of "Pam" on inside of casting
mold.

2. With kleenex tissue, lightly wipe inside of mold
to remove excess "Pam" and smooth spray

Necessary Material

evenly inside mold.

3. Mix liquid casting resin according to directions
on can in disposable plastic drinking cup, stirring
with wooden popsicle stick.

4. Pour a thin layer, 1/2 inch thick, into bottom of
mold.

5. Let resin gel 45 minutes or until set.

6. Mix second layer of resin same as first layer and
pour on top of first layer. Layer thickness:
1/2 inch.

Arrange Violets in Resin

7. Let resin set approximately 1 minute, allowing
air bubbles to rise to surface.

8. Using clean wooden popsicle stick, gently press
down and arrange dried violet blossoms and
weeds in liquid casting resin. (Blossoms must be

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41

face down.)

9. Let resin gel 45 minutes or until set.

★ ★ HEAT WILL BE GENERATED DURING THE
GELLING PROCESS & MOLD WILL FEEL WARM
TO THE TOUCH - THIS IS NORMAL ★ ★

10. Third and final layer of resin is mixed exact¬
ly the same as the two previous layers and
poured directly on top of gelled second
layer. This pour should fill the mold to the

Finished Paperweights

11. Allow resin to once again set up and mold to
become "cool to the touch". (Approximate¬
ly 1 hour)

12. REMOVAL OF CASTED PAPERWEIGHT
FROM MOLD

★ Invert mold and rap moderately hard on flat,

smooth, solid surface.

13. A small piece of white felt the exact size of the
paperweight is now attached to bottom of

casting with white glue.

* White felt provides a background for the blossoms

and weeds suspended in the clear resin.

PROCEDURE FOR MAKING KEY CHAINS
(WORK IN WELL VENTILATED AREA)

Basically the same procecdure is followed in pro¬
ducing the key chains as used to make the
paperweights. The three differences are listed before
the basic steps are listed.

Necessary Material

PROCEDURE DIFFERENCES

1. Layers are thinner

First layer - 1/8 inch thick
Second layer - 1/4 inch thick
Third layer - 1/8 inch thick

2. Soda straw is taped to inside of mold to produce
a hole for key ring to fit through.

3. A fourth, very thin finishing layer is added
AFTER key chain casting is removed from mold.

BASIC PROCEDURE

1. Spray a light coat of "Pam" on inside of casting
mold.

2. With kleenex tissue, lightly wipe inside of mold to
remove excess "Pam" and smooth spray evenly
inside mold.

3. Tape plastic soda straw inside one corner of
mold, being sure the straw securely touches bot¬
tom of mold.

Sod^Straw

Mold

4. Mix liquid casting resin according to directions
on can in disposable plastic drinking cup, stirring
with wooden popsicle stick.

5. Pour a thin layer, 1/8 inch thick into bottom of
mold.

6. Let resin gel 45 minutes or until set.

7. Mix second layer of resin same as first layer and
pour on top of first layer. Layer thickness should
be 1/4 inch.

8. Let resin set approximately 1 minute, allowing
air bubbles to rise to surface.

9. Using clean wooden popsicle stick, gently press
down and arrange dried violet blossoms and
weeds in liquid casting resin. (Blossoms must be
face down.)

10. Let resin gel 45 minutes or until set.

11. Third layer of resin is mixed exactly the same as
the two previous layers and poured directly on

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42

top of gelled second layer. This layer should be
1/8 inch thick.

12. Allow resin to once again set up. (Approximately
1 hour.)

13. Gently pull soda straw out of casting. (Casting
may also come out of mold when pulling on
straw)

* If casting still in mold, invert mold and rap

moderately hard on flat, smooth, solid surface.

14. Push out plug of resin left by soda straw with ice
pick or similar instrument.

15. There will be a sink area in the casting with edges
a little higher than the center.

* Mix a very small amount of resin and pour into

sunken center of casting. Smooth out to edges
with wooden popsicle stick.

16. Allow to dry 1 hour. DO NOT TOUCH THIS
FINAL POUR UNTIL CASTING HAS CURED
AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN WARM AREA,
otherwise you will leave finger prints in the
uncured solidifed resin.

17. When casting has cured, insert key ring or chain
through hole left by removal of soda straw.

Finished Paperweights and Key Chain

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Rooting of Your
Blossom Stems

Marshall Wheeler
153 N. Seventh
Olean, NY 14760

I would like to discuss the rooting of blossom
stems, as I believe the practice has a place in African
violet propagation. At one time I have started 22
varieties in this manner. No variety failed to start.
The plants thus started seemed to come into flower

faster than those started from leaf cuttings. 'Big
Chance' and 'Regina' blossomed within four months.

Setting the blossom stem so that the dirt level is
even with the small leaflets promotes faster growth,
as adventitious roots form at the base of the started
growing tip which nourish the plant more than the
first roots at the end of the stalk.

Some of the blossom stalks were stuck so that the
stem leaflets were 1 to 1 1/2 inches above soil level to
determine whether the stalk would limit the flow of
nutrients thereby forming a dwarf plant. It is a mat¬
ter of curiosity, as current fashion is against stalky
plants.

I stuck three 'Mirian Steels' which had two smaller
blossoms growing from the center of a normal sized
blossom. Two died, the third was OK. The object
here was to determine whether a blossom sport will
be propagated. Of course, we only recognize a sport
after it has blossomed, and the vitality of the stem is
reduced by maturing blossoms.

♦

To God Be the Glory

William Croysdale
Pat's African Violets
Texarkana, TX

It started with a gift — "you guessed it". An
African violet, one given, some bought, some started
from leaves. Grew to over "500" in 1 year!! Build a
"greenhouse"? Leanto off garage. Oh my! 1000!! give
some, start some, give till no one wants more — why
not sell? "After all these look better than those in
store". To store, sell some, sell some more — oh, you
want more? Don't have. "Sorry". Can I get some?
"Ok, I'll try." Buy some from wholesaler — oh, my
"200" big plants! "Going to store" and more growing.
Build a stand with lights for the house. Have collec¬
tion going strong. "One stand, two stands, three —
enough. Oh my! "One more". Where to put it — in
the door? Out goes chairs & junk from spare
bedroom, (now a plant roonrt). "4 stands and more".
You are losing leaves — pot rim and salt "attack",
you say. "Oh my, must do something." Try once, try
twice, and try again. "It works". It "really works!!"
Cut and cut — "hand is sore". Cut and cut. Oh, look,
blisters! "More". "Can you make 20,CXX) you say".
"Oh my". Think a while and a while more. Now
we're offering a pot rim guard. "Some sold". "Some
more". "Where we going only one knows". — Praise
God!

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

43

San Francisco
Memories

Mrs. J. A. VJ. (Ann) Richardson
Convention Program Chairman

The theme of the May 17-23 A VS A convention is
"San Francisco Memories" and it brings to me
memories of the last one in the same city which
makes me anxious to get back there. From what I
have seen of the plans, you had better be there too.

On Wednesday we will have a Judging School, as
usual. This gives those who are not able to go to a
judging school in their own area an opportunity to
renew their certificates or to become a judge for the
first time. More about that in another issue of this
magazine. In the evening, Gus Becker will show us
some slides which should fill us with nostalgia since
he plans on going back 10 years. I am sure we will
have forgotten how our officers and friends looked
10 years ago. That is the time, too, when, with
refreshments in hand, we get up-to-date on what our
fellow violeteers have been doing.

Thursday is the day when things really start hap¬
pening. Bright and early the teachers will have their
workshop where they will be brought up-to-date on
all the new phases of judging and make suggestions
for improvements. Mrs. Fred C. Young, our new
Convention Show Coordinator, will moderate this
meeting. This meeting will be for teachers only.
Three workshops will follow, the first being on the
subject of "Underwater Arrangements" by Mrs.
Mary V. Boose; the second will be on "Miniatures —
Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow". Because
miniatures are becoming especially popular, we have
been asked to have another workshop on this sub¬
ject, a member of the Seattle A VS will do this one.
The third one will be "Growing Show Plants Califor¬
nia Style" by Mrs. E. T. Bartholomew, who really
knows how to grow them. In the evening, before the
dinner, we will have our usual get-to-gether where
many so-glad-to-see-yous will be said followed by a
fine dinner and a talk on "Growing African Violets
Under Lights." And finally, what we have all been
waiting for, the convention show opens, open to
registered A VS A members only.

The Judges Workshop for judges in good standing
only will open the day on Friday and the Commercial
Members will have their breakfast and meeting, too.
There will be two more workshops, one on "How to
Put Together a Good Schedule" by Mrs. Wayne W.
Schroeder who is the Affiliate Chairman, who has
lots of experience in her work in seeing what makes a
good schedule; the other is one that I am particularly

looking forward to since this is a new subject for me,
"Kinetics & Contrived Flowers Using Violets" by
Mrs. Lawrence E. Rosenfield. In order to be sure we
have enough space for all those attending workshops
we provide tickets in advance for those who want to
be there. They are FREE. Then, if at the last minute
there is space left, the latecomers may get in. Use the
form but please do not ask for tickets if you know
you will not use them.

One of our most popular programs used at the
luncheon meeting on Friday is that presented by Mrs.
Duane Champion who shows us slides of new in¬
troductions. Don't forget to have paper and pencil
handy. Mrs. R. A. Chase, Awards Chairman, will
present some of the awards to some happy people.

Friday is the day, too, when the affiliate editors
have their workshop at which time they learn more
of the tricks of the trade. Bjo Trimble will be a
speaker at this workshop.

At 5:30, all dressed up, you will go to the Presi¬
dent's Reception and Happy Hour to meet
everybody — the President and all officers — the
committee chairmen and members of their commit¬
tees — the commercials — and other members. At
6:30 the banquet meeting starts and more happy
people will receive awards. Then, one last look at the
convention show and so to bed.

Throughout the convention other things will be
happening such as the tours which are fully described
elsewhere in this magazine. Gus Becker is arranging a
golf tournament on Thursday.

Saturday is the day we have the business meeting
and a meeting of the Board of Directors as well as the
installation of officers. We will also have the pleasure
of having Mrs. M. G. Gonzales speak to us on the
subject of "What for and How to Use Insecticides".

Don't forget that throughout the week the Com¬
mercials will be selling their special plants as well as
other useful things to help us grow violets in an easier
fashion.

If there is enough interest, there will be a post¬
convention tour to Hawaii, so start saving your pen¬
nies!

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CONVENTION DATES

Year

Dates

City & State

Hotel

1981

May 17-23

San Francisco, CA

Sheraton Palace

Hotel

1982

April 18-24

Syracuse, N.Y.

Hotel Syracuse

1983

April 24-30

Milwaukee, WI

Red Carpet Inn

1984

April 8-14

Philadelphia, PA

Benjamin Franklin

Hotel

1985

Los Angeles, CA

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44

CONVENTION TOURS

Mrs, Stephen Kurilo
Publicity Chairman

San Francisco is a city of supreme and exotic beau¬
ty, a city of excitement and adventure when one ap¬
proaches San Francisco, either for the first time or on
return visits. A city of many parts, and a cultural and
vacation center for those who like to explore. A tour
of San Francisco is refreshing and filled with many
pleasant surprises. The city's delightful setting amidst
sparkling waters and high hills is inspiring. San Fran¬
cisco, America's most cosmopolitan city, is small in
area, as great cities go, being only seven miles across
in each direction. Its altitude ranges from sea level to
the summit of Mt. Davidson, 935 feet high, and its
population is made up of people from almost every
section of the civilized world. Three of the greatest
bridges in the world connect San Francisco with the
East Bay and Marin County: The San Francisco-
Oakland Bay Bridge, the Richmond-San Rafael
Bridge, and the Golden Gate. San Francisco has
within its boundaries three islands: Yerba Buena,
Treasure Island, and Alcatraz, besides the Farallon
Islands group some 32 miles westerly of San Fran¬
cisco, which have been included in the City and
County of San Francisco since 1872. San Francisco
was founded by Spanish Dons in 1776 when it was
known as Yerba Buena (Spanish for "Good Herb"). It
remained under Spanish, followed by Mexican rule,
until Captain John B. Montgomery of the U.S.
Frigate Portsmouth raised the American flag on July
9, 1846. In 1847 its name was officially changed to
San Francisco.

The Sheraton-Palace is a classic hotel in the grand
tradition of the world's great hotels. Your various
tours will start from this historic hotel. The Gold
Ballroom, one of the most popular in the City, is
where our African violets will be displayed. The
Garden Court, an historic and spectacularly
beautiful room with lush plants and flowers, has high
arched ceilings of stained glass and huge crystal
chandeliers. It is world famous for superb dining and
brilliant society functions. The official banquet for
the opening of the United Nations in 1945 was held in
the Garden Court.

A. Monday, May 18, 1981

NAPA VALLEY WINE COUNTRY — Depart
hotel at 8:30 AM and return at approximately 5:30
PM. Lunch included.

A trip to California would not be complete
without enjoying the lush beauty of the famous Napa

Valley Wine Country, and the Valley of the Moon
made famous by the writings of Jack London. You
will ride through the beautiful countryside of
Sonoma and the lush acres of vineyards. You will
visit two of the many well-known California wineries
and be given a guided tour with the tasting of wines
concluding the tour. Luncheon will be arranged at
one of several charming restaurants. You return to
the "City" via the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge.

B. Monday, May 18, 1981

THREE BRIDGES (Muir Woods, Sausalito,
Oakland, Berkeley, and the University of California
Botanical Gardens). Depart hotel at 9:00 AM, and
return at approximately 4:30 PM. Lunch at colorful
Tiburon is included.

This tour takes you across the Golden Gate Bridge,
the longest and highest single span suspension bridge
in the world. You continue through the colorful ar¬
tist's colony of Sausalito, on through lushly-wooded
hills to Muir Woods. Muir Woods is one of the most
beautiful and accessible of the famous redwood
groves. A stop allows leisurely strolls through this
beautiful, 424-acre National Monument. Here are the
fabled seedlings to 1000-year-old giants, which rise
300 feet or more. After lunch in colorful Tiburon, we
continue around San Quentin Point and pause at the
gate of the prison that has been featured in so many
films, crossing the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge into
Oakland; then to Berkeley with a tour of the Univer¬
sity of California Botanical Gardens, covering nearly
30 acres of displays of orchids, cacti and succulents,
exotic tropical plants, economically important plants
and herbs and California native plants in Strawberry
Canyon. Plants are labeled and the garden is in
bloom most of the year. Being our last stop of our
tour, we return by way of the San Francisco-
Oakland Bay Bridge.

C. Monday, May 18, 1981

DELUXE CITY TOUR — Depart hotel at 11:00
AM, and return at approxiTnately 2:30 PM.

Discover San Francisco from Bay Bridge and
Treasure Island to the far side of the Golden Gate;
the Opera House at Civic Center; Old Mission
Dolores where it all began; Golden Gate Park; famed
Museums; magnificent homes at Sea Cliff; the
Presidio, Alcatraz Island, and Fisherman's Wharf.

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Stops include Twin Peaks for a panoramic view of
the Bay Area, at the Japanese Tea Gardens, and at
the Conservatory of Flowers.

D. Tuesday, May 19, 1981

ROARING CAMP RAILROAD AND HISTORIC
CALIFORNIA - Depart hotel at 8:30 AM, and
return at approximately 5:30 PM. Lunch included.

Driving high above ocean and Bay, we approach
the Santa Cruz mountains for a visit with Yesterday.
At Roaring Camp, celebrated in the writings of Bret
Harte, we are pulled by an original logging camp
steam locomotive over deep grades, through
beautiful redwood forests. At Corkscrew Loop our
train climbs over itself on a spectacular double tres¬
tle. After lunch — an old Western-style barbecue —
we move on to San Juan Bautista where a picturesque
plaza and other historic buildings surround the Old
Mission, one of the largest and most colorful of the
original 21, and featured in the film Vertigo. A day of
yesterday to remember!

E. Tuesday, May 19, 1981

DELUXE CITY TOUR AND BAY CRUISE -
Depart hotel at 9:30 AM, and return at approximate¬
ly 4:30 PM. Lunch not included.

This tour the same as Tour C, above, including
stops at Conservatory of Flowers and Japanese Tea
Gardens, with final stop at Fisherman's Wharf for
lunch (lunch not included in price), followed by a
memorable cruise on San Francisco Bay. At approx¬
imately 4:30 PM the bus will pick you up for return
to your hotel.

F. Tuesday, May 19, 1981

MUIR WOODS, GIANT REDWOOD TREES,
SAUSALITO — Depart hotel at 1:00 PM, and return
approximately 4:30 PM.

This is a "can't miss" tour for people who want to
see California's famed giant redwoods, but who have
only a limited time. Cross the beautiful Golden Gate
Bridge to Marin County, then on through lushly-
wooded hills to Muir Woods, where a stop allows
leisurely strolls through this beautiful 424-acre Na¬
tional Monument. Here are the fabled California
Redwoods in all stages of development — from
month-old seedlings to 1000-year-old giants which
rise 300 feet or more. The return trip is through the
colorful artists' colony town of Sausalito.

G. Tuesday, May 19, 1981

DINNER AND SHOW TOUR - Depart hotel at

6:30 PM and return at approximately midnight. (This
tour subject to having a minimum of 35 persons)

Experience the exciting, never to be forgotten, at¬
mosphere of San Francisco at night. The evening
begins, for the dinner tour, at the fashionable Hilton
Hotel with a dinner in the continental manner. Then,
on to the bright lights of Broadway and a show at the
world famous Finocchio's. Next is a visit to the
renowned discovery club. Purple Onion. Your price
includes a reserved table, cocktail at each show,
cover charges, all transportation, tax, tips, fully
escorted. It is an entertainment value and experience.
Gentlemen are requested to wear coats. Unescorted
ladies are welcomed. No minors allowed (under age
21).

H. Wednesday, May 20, 1981

THREE BRIDGES — (Muir Woods, Sausalito,
Oakland, Berkeley, and the University of California
Botanical Gardens). Depart hotel at 9:00 AM, and
return at approximately 4:30 PM. Lunch at colorful
Tiburon is included. (Repeat of Tour B)

I. Wednesday, May 20, 1981

NAPA VALLEY WINE COUNTRY - Depart
hotel at 8:30 AM, and return at approximately 5:30
PM. Lunch included. (Repeat of Tour A)

J. Wednesday, May 20, 1981

DELUXE CITY TOUR AND BAY CRUISE -
Depart hotel at 9:30 AM, and return at approximate¬
ly 4:30 PM. Lunch not included. (Repeat of Tour E)

K. Thursday, May 21, 1981

MARINE WORLD — Depart hotel at 9:30 AM,
and return at approximately 5:30 PM. Lunch not in¬
cluded.

Dress casually and wear comfortable shoes while
you enjoy a fabulous day at Marine World-Africa,
U.S.A. Located just a few miles south of San Fran¬
cisco, this delightful park offers a variety of active
and passive activities. Watch a spectacular boat and
ski show featuring champion water-skiers. Thrill to
the performance of Killer Whales leaping high into
the air! Ride an elephant; climb atop a camel's hump;
pet a dolphin; see exotic birds, and visit the penguin
and animal shows. Marine World-Africa U.S.A. has
some of the world's largest creatures of the sea, land,
and air, and the Bay Area's most diverse entertain¬
ment obtainable for the entire family. Ride the safari
raft through wild animal habitats, through herds of
wild African animals — Six shows and 50 attrac-

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46

tions.

L. Thursday, May 21, 1981

MUIR WOODS, GIANT REDWOOD TREES,
SAUSALITO — Depart hotel at 1:00 PM, and return
at approximately 4:30 PM. (Repeat of Tour F)

M. Thursday, May 21, 1981

DELUXE CITY TOUR — Depart hotel at 11:00
AM, and return at approximately 2:30 PM. (Repeat

of Tour C)

Finally, check with Information for other points of
interest for which group tours were not available,
but which are within easy walking distance, or easily
accessible by Municipal Transportation or Cable
Car. Among the many such, to name but a few, we
suggest Chinatown, the newly-developed Japanese
Town, the Old U.S. Mint, the Human Jukebox,
Ghiradelli Square, 'The World's Crookedest Street,"
the Wells Fargo Historic Room, Alcatraz, and a
bird's eye view of the City from the 32-story outside
elevator of the St. Francis Hotel.

♦

REGISTRATION FOR JUDGING SCHOOL FOR NEW JUDGES
AND REFRESHER JUDGES

Sheraton Palace Hotel San Francisco, California

Wednesday, May 20, 1981

A class for new and refresher judges will be held from 7:45 a.m. to 12:00 noon for judges desiring to refresh
their certificates and for those desiring to become new judges. The examination and point score judging will be
held on Wednesday afternoon 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Registration fee is $1.00

Name _

Street _

City _

State _ Zip _

Sign blank and send registration fee of $1.00 to Mrs. Ruth McCoy, 713 Woodrow Ave. Bakersfield, CA
93308 no later than April 1, 1981 if you wish to attend. Please study the 1977 Revised Handbook (Purple
cover) before coming to the class. Order book from AVSA office. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901, $3.00 each.

- ^ - -

ATTENTION QUALIFIED JUDGES

All qualified judges who desire to judge in the San
Francisco convention show, please fill in the blank
and mail to Mrs. James B. Carey, 3900 Garden
Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918 no later than March 1,
1981. If you plan to enter in the show, please indicate

Name _

Street _

City _

State _ Zip _

AVSA Judge _ Lifetime Judge _

which class or classes.

Do not serve on entries, classification or placement
if you apply to judge. We would appreciate having
several experienced judges apply.

Gesneriad Judge _

Miniature Judge _

Semiminiature Judge _

National Council Judge _

Judging Experience _

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African Violet Society of America, Inc.

35th Annual Convention

May 17-23, 1981 The Sheraton Palace Hotel San Francisco, CA

CALL FOR 1981 ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting of the African Violet Society of America, Inc. will be held Saturday, May 23, 1981 at
8:00 a.m., in the Sheraton Palace Hotel, San Francisco, CA, for the purpose of electing officers and trans¬
acting business that may properly come before the meeting.

CALL FOR 1981 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

The Board of Directors meeting will be held Tuesday, May 19, 1981 at 8:00 p.m. in the Sheraton Palace
Hotel, in San Francisco, for the purpose of transacting business that may properly come before the meeting.

AVSA CONVENTION REGISTRATION FORM

SHERATON PALACE HOTEL

May 17-23, 1981 SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA

Check Your Status:

Individual Member ( ) Life Member ( ) Judge ( )

Commercial Member ( ) Honorary Life Member ( ) Lifetime Judge ( )

Board Member ( ) Bronze Medal Winner ( ) Judging School Teacher ( )

This is my _ convention (Fill in number, 1st, 2nd, 30th, etc.)

PLEASE MAKE RESERVATIONS BEFORE APRIL 17, 1981.
BE SURE TO BRING YOUR 1981-1982 MEMBERSHIP CARD

PLEASE PRINT:

Member's Name: Mr. /Mrs. /Miss _

(Last Name) (First Name) (Initial)

Address: _

(Street or P.O. Box) (City and State) (Zip Code)

Send this form or photostat of same to: Mrs. Floy M. Lane, Registration chairman, 595 Mountain View
Avenue, Mountain View, California 94041, Telephone: (415) 968-3501

Registration fee stated covers one AVSA Member. Each additional registration for person living at same ad¬
dress, $2.00. PLEASE ATTACH SEPARATE REGISTRATION FORM FOR EACH $2.00 REGISTRATION
AS WE MUST HAVE NAMES FOR BADGES AND WE MUST KNOW DEHNITELY FOR HOW MANY TO

PREPARE MEALS. ARRANGE TOURS, ETC.

CONVENTION REGISTRATION FEE

Number

_ Entire Convention: Early Bird ... $ 6.50 After April 17 ... $ 8.00 $ _

_ Additional persons at $2.00 (separate registration forms attached) $ _

MEALS*

_ Thursday Dinner Meeting . $21.00 $ _

_ Friday Luncheon Meeting . $12.50 $ _

_ Friday Banquet Meeting . . $25.50 $ _

_ Thursday Teachers' Workshop Breakfast (Teachers only) . $ 4.50 $ _

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Friday Commercial Members' Workshop Breakfast . $ 8.00

Friday Judges' Breakfast (current Judges cardholders only) . $ 4.50

TOURS*

A. Monday — Napa Valley Wine Country (Lunch included) . . $20.00

B. Monday — Three Bridges (Muir Woods, Sausalito, Oakland,

Berkeley, and the University of California Botanical Gardens)
(Lunch at colorful Tiburon included) . $17.50

C. Monday — Deluxe City Tour . $ 7.50

D. Tuesday — Roaring Camp (Lunch included) . $24.00

E. Tuesday — Deluxe City Tour and Bay Cruise (Lunch not

included) . $12.50

F. Tuesday — Muir Woods, Giant Redwood Trees, Sausalito $ 7.00

G. Tuesday — Dinner and Show Tour (2 Clubs and Dinner)

(Subject to having a minimum of 35 people) . $30.00

H. Wednesday — Three Bridges (Muir Woods, Sausalito, Oakland,

Berkeley, and the University of California Botanical Gardens)
(Lunch at colorful Tiburon) (Repeat) . $17.50

I. Wednesday — Napa Valley Wine Country (Lunch included)

(Repeat) . $20.00

J. Wednesday — Deluxe City Tour and Bay Cruise (Lunch not

included) (Repeat) . $12.50

K. Thursday — Marine World- Africa, U.S.A. (Lunch not

included) . $15.00

L. Thursday — Muir Woods, Giant Redwood Trees, Sausalito

(Repeat) . $ 7.00

M. Thursday — Deluxe City Tour (Repeat) . $ 7.50

$

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$

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TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $ _

MAKE ALL CHECKS PAYABLE TO THE AVSA IN U.S. FUNDS ON AN AMERICAN BANK

Signature _

* REFUNDS: No refunds made after April 30, 1981, except for tours not filled and subject to cancellation and
refund. Contact Registration Chairman for refunds.

WORKSHOPS

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Workshops: Please check the workshops that you wish to attend, for which you
will receive a ticket (NO CHARGE). No one may enter the room without a ticket until immediately before the
workshop starts, at which time those without tickets (registered members only) will be seated if space is
available. Outstanding tickets for workshops will be void once the program has begun.

Thursday, May 21, 1981

7:00 am- 8:30 am

7:30 am- 8:30 am

9:00 am-10:00 am
9:30 am-10:30 am

10:00 am-

11:00 am-12 Noon

Teachers' Workshop and Continental Breakfast
(Teachers ONLY) Mrs. Fred C. Young,
Convention Show Coordinator
Workshop 1 — Underwater Arrangements
Mrs. Mary V. Boose
Judges & Clerks Instruction
Workshop 2 — Miniatures — Yesterday,
Today and Tomorrow
Judging Convention Show, Amateur and
Commercial

Workshop — Growing Show Plants
California Style
Mrs. E. T. Bartholomew

Royal Suite

Grand Ballroom
English

Grand Ballroom
Gold Ballroom

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Grand Ballroom

Friday, Mary 22, 1981

7:00 am- 8:45 am
8:00 am-12 Noon
9:00 am-10:00 am

10:15 am-ll:15 am

Judges Breakfast

Commercial Members Breakfast & Meeting
Workshop 4 — "How to Put Together a
Good Schedule"

Mrs. Wayne W. Schroeder
Workshop 5 — "Kinetics & Contrived Flowers
Using Violets"

Mrs. E. Rosenfield

Grand Ballroom
French Parlor

Grand Ballroom

Grand Ballroom

Saturday, May 23, 1981

"What for and How to use Insecticides"

Mrs. M. G. Gonzales Grand Ballroom

To have your name included in the Souvenir Book, send registrations by NOT LATER THAN APRIL 17,
1981, to Registration Chairman, Mrs. Floy M. Lane.

HOTEL RESERVATION FOR 1981 AVSA CONVENTION
AND ANNUAL MEETING

Mail Reservations to the:

SHERATON-PALACE HOTEL
639 MARKET STREET
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 94105
(415) 392-8600

Room Rates: (Plus local tax — currently 9.75%)

( ) $ 64.00 Single

( ) $ 74.00 Double

( ) $145.00 (up) Suites

$10.00 for rollaway placed in room for third party

Arrival Date and Time _ AM/ PM* * Departure Date and Time _ AM/ PM

Name (Include name of each person registering for room)

Street or Box# City or Town State Zip Code

Please reserve accommodations as checked above

Reservation Requests Must be Received 30 Days Prior to Arrival Date.

To be eligible for special AVSA Convention rates given above, registration must be made on this pink form
or photostat of same. Send this form, plus check, to the hotel (see address above). Reservations for rooms
must be received not later than April 17, 1981 if you desire to receive accommodation rates available to AVSA
Convention members.

* All rooms will be held until 6:00 PM. IF ARRIVAL IS LATER THAN 6:00 PM, FIRST NIGHT DEPOSIT
REQUIRED WITH RESERVATION. Every effort will be made to reserve a room at the rate requested — if
not available, next available rate will be reserved. Written confirmation of reservations only on request.
Checkout time 1:00 PM.

NO PARKING AVAILABLE AT HOTEL.

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CONVENTION SHOW SCHEDULE

Theme: ^'MEMORIES OF SAN FRANCISCO '

SHERATON-PALACE HOTEL SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA

May 21-22, 1981

AMATEUR DIVISION

HORTICULTURE SECTION

Section I — Single blossoms
Class

1. Purple, dark blue

2. Light to medium blue

3. Pink

4. Dark pink, coral

5. Red, fuchsia

6. Orchid, lavender

7. White

8. Two-tone, multicolor
Section II — Double blossoms

Class

9. Purple, dark blue

10. Light to medium blue

11. Pink

12. Dark pink, coral

13. Red, fuchsia

14. Orchid, lavender

15. White

16. Two-tone, multicolor
Section III — Edged blossoms

Class

17. Geneva

18. All other edged blossoms

Section IV — Variegated foliage, standard
varieties, any type or size of blossoms
Class

19. Blue, purple, lavender

20. Pink, red (all shades)

21. White

22. Two-tone, multicolor or any edged
blossoms

Section V — Miniature (single or double
blossoms including variegated foliage)

Class

23. Blue, purple, lavender

24. Pink, red (all shades)

25. White

26. Two-tone, multicolor or any edged
blossoms

Section VI — Semiminiature (single or double

blossoms including variegated foliage)

Class

27. Blue, purple, lavender

28. Pink, red (all shades)

29. White

30. Two-tone, multicolor or any edged
blossoms

Section VII — Single or double blossoms
Class

31. Collection of three registered varieties, all
of which must be the same type, stan¬
dard, miniature, semiminiature or
African violet trailers. To compete for
AVSA collection awards, gold and purple
rosettes, (see rule 5, 8 and 15)

32. Plants in unusual, decorative or novel
containers. Each exhibitor will be per¬
mitted one entry consisting of one plant
(single crown or trailer) planted in a con¬
tainer. (see rule 5)

33. New Introductions (see rule 9)

A. Seedlings

B. Sports or mutants

34. Specimen plants

A. African violet species (such as s. con-
fusa, etc)

B. African violet trailers (all types to be ex¬
hibited on tables and hanging baskets)

Section VIII — Other Gesneriads
Class

35. Episcias, gloxinias, etc.

A. Gesneriads in bloom

B. Gesneriads grown for foliage.

36. Miniature gesneriads (other than African
violets) in regular or decorative pot or
growing in clear glass container, cover
permitted. More than one entry permitted
in A or B, but varieties must be different.

A. One plant only

B. Two or more plants of the same variety

DESIGN DIVISON

Each exhibitor will be limited to 4 entries in the
design division, which includes classes 37 through 53.
Exhibits should not extend beyond the limits of the

niche, (see rule 18)

Section IX — Artistic plantings — all classes in
this section must consist of one or more blooming

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African plants removed from the pot, used in a
pleasing design with other growing or cut plant
material that has the appearance of growing. No ar¬
tificial flowers or foliage permitted. Dried, treated or
painted plant material may be used. The plantings
will be staged in pale beige niches, 17" wide, 12" deep
and 24" high, unless otherwise stated in the class.
Draping and backdrops permitted. Bases and ac¬
cessories optional, unless so stated in the class.

Class

37. "Mission San Francisco De Asis" (Mission
Dolores) is one of the oldest buildings in
San Francisco, named after Saint Francis
of Assisi. Massive simplicity is the charm
of this mission. Your interpretation. Limit
of 4 entries.

38. "Muir Woods" — is unlike any other
forest in the world. The coast redwoods
soar like x wooden cathedral up to the
sky with a lush green carpet of ferns
underneath. Create a planting capturing
the mood. Limit of 4 entries.

39. "San Francisco Bay" — There is always a
breeze and one sees sail boats on the bay
twelve months of the year. Limit of 4 en¬
tries.

40. "Chiradelli Square" — Originally a
chocolate factory, now a tourist attrac¬
tion with shops and restaurants on many
levels, so one can enjoy the view. Your
interpretation. Limit of 4 entries.

41. "Chinatown" — is the largest in the
U.S.A. No visit is complete without
eating in Chinatown with chopsticks.
Limit of 4 entries.

42. "Terrariums" — "Japanese Tea Garden"
in Golden Gate Park is an exquisitely
landscaped area with bridges, walks,
pools, miniature waterfalls, statuary and
pagodas. Your interpretation of one sec¬
tion of the garden. Terrarium not to ex¬
ceed 23" wide, 23" deep, 18" high. Limit
of 8 entries.

43. Dish Gardens — "Memories of San Fran¬
cisco" — Your interpretation of the
theme. Dish not to exceed 23" wide, 23"
deep, 18" high. Limit of 8 entries.

Section X — Arrangements — Cut African
violet blossoms are to be featured unless otherwise
stated. Treated, dried, painted or other cut plant
material may be used. No artificial flowers, foliage,
fruits or vegetables permitted. Bases and accessories
optional. Draping and backdrops permitted. Classes
44 through 53 to be staged in pale green niches.

44. "Lombard Street" — is often referred to
the crookedest short street in the world.

A free form arrangement to be staged in a
niche 23" wide, 16" deep, 30" high. Limit
of 4 entries.

45. "Twin Peaks" — The view from the top is
spectacular. An arrangement using two
containers to be staged in a niche 23"
wide, 16" deep, 30" high. Limit of 4 en¬
tries.

46. "Earthquake 1906" — A kinetic arrange¬
ment to depict the shaking of the 1906
earthquake. Staged in a niche 23" wide,
16" deep, 30" high. Limit of 4 entries.

47. "Trans America Building" — This mod¬
ern pyramid dominates downtown San
Francisco architecture. Create your own
version. Staged in a niche 23" wide, 16"
deep, 30" high. Limit of 4 entries.

48. "Seven Hills" — San Francisco is built on
seven hills. Your interpretation using
seven in some way. Staged in a niche 23"
wide, 16" deep, 30" high. Limit of 4 en¬
tries.

49. "Palace Of Fine Arts" — houses the ex-
ploratorium where one can experience the
reaction of the eye to color. An arrange¬
ment in color harmony inspired by your
container. To be staged in a niche 23"
wide, 12" deep, 24" high. Limit of 4 en¬
tries.

50. "Fisherman's Wharf" — Gulls still scream
over the day's catch of crab and fish when
the boats chug their way through the
Golden Gate back to the wharf, where
you can see the fishermen coil their lines
after a day's work. To be staged in a niche
23" wide, 12" deep, 24" high. Limit of 4
entries.

51. "I Left My Heart In San Francisco" — We
hope you also will. Your interpretation of
that wonderful song. To be staged in a
pale beige with medium blue background,
lighted shadow box approximately 9"
high, 7" wide, 11" deep. Limit of 8 en¬
tries.

52. "Victorian Homes" — abound in San
Francisco. They are being restored to
their original charm. Create your idea of
this city's past. To be staged in a pale
beige with medium blue background,
lighted shadow box, approximately 9"
high, 7" wide, 11" deep. Limit of 8 en¬
tries.

53. "Fish-O-Rama" — At the Steinhart
Aquarium one may view local salt water
fish in an unusual tank that encircles the
perimeter of a large round room. An

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underwater arrangement in a bubble
bowl, brandy snifter or other round
bowl, which will be staged at eye level
and will be viewed on all sides. Not to ex¬
ceed 14" diameter, 16" high. Limit of 10
entries.

Section XI — Special Exhibits Division

Class

54. Affiliate yearbooks (see rule 19)

55. Affiliate Publications (see rule 20)

A. Newsletters (16 pages or less)

B. Magazines (more than 16 pages)

C. Noncompetitive — exhibition only.

56. Educational Exhibit (by invitation only)

AMATEUR DIVISION

Rules and Regulations

1. All entries for horticulture and artistic plant¬
ings must be made between 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.,
Wednesday, May 20, 1981. Entries for arrangements
must be made between 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on
Thursday, May 21, 1981.

2. Plants arriving too late to be entered will be
shown for exhibition only.

3. Only clean healthy plants will be accepted,
and must have been in the possession of the exhibitor
for at least three months.

4. An exhibitor may enter only one plant of each
variety in classes 1 through 30.

5. An exhibitor may enter plants of the same
variety in classes 31 and 32 as those entered in classes
1 through 30.

6. Each variety must be correctly named or sub¬
ject to correction by the classification committee.

7. The Society will afford all possible protection
to exhibitors, but will not be responsible for any
losses.

8. All plants entered in classes 1 through 33 must
be single crown plants except trailers in the collection
class 31 and unusual containers in class 32, which
may be multiple crown.

9. Any number of seedlings may be entered, pro¬
vided they have been originated by the exhibitor or
released rights given in writing, and not previously
shown at a convention show. If it is still registered in
the hybridizer's name, this should also be on the tag
in parenthesis.

10. Only blue ribbon winners will be eligible to
receive special or A VS A awards.

11. If any entry is not entered by the owner, the
name of such person making the entry must be on the
back of the entry tag.

12. No flared top pots, supports or collars under
foliage will be permitted. Any shape of pots for
specimen plants will be accepted. For uniformity, all
pots must be covered with dull side of aluminum foil.
Exhibitors are to print their names on adhesive tape
and put at the top on the inside of the foil.

13. Show will be closed at 12:00 midnight Friday.
All exhibits in both amateur and commercial divi¬

sions must be removed at 12:00 midnight Friday and
from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Saturday, May 23,
1981

14. The show will be judged by merit method of
judging. The decision of the judges will be final. Only
qualified A VS A judges will be permitted to judge.

15. All amateur AVSA members may enter class
31 to compete for AVSA collection gold and purple
rosettes, (see Society awards)

16. Any African violet entered in AVSA collec¬
tion class 31, receiving a blue ribbon is eligible for
any other special award.

17. Only AVSA members in good standing are
eligible to enter exhibits in convention shows.

18. Anyone desiring to reserve space to enter in
the artistic and arrangements classes, send your
blank to Mrs. Lawrence Rosenfeld, 2030 Junction
Ave., El Cerrito, CA, 94530, no later than April 1,
1981. Each exhibitor will be limited to 4 entries in the
design classes 37 through 53. After April 1, entries
will be accepted only if there is a cancellation. Please
cancel with above chairman if you cannot exhibit.

19. All club yearbooks entered in class 54 must be
mailed to Mrs. R. E. Hertel, 9495 S. Wales Way, Elk
Grove, CA, 95624, and will be judged by scale of
points for yearbooks. Please send two copies of the
book by March 1, 1981 and enclose self-addressed
stamped card with entry if you wish an ac¬
knowledgement of receipt of the books. They must
be no larger than 5V2 x 8y2 inches, being the same
book that all club members receive. Books exceeding
the maximum size will be disqualified. Only affiliate
organizations are eligible to enter in this class.

20. Affiliate publications for entry in classes 55A,
B or C must be mailed by March 1, 1981 to Miss Isla
Montgomery, 921 Garfield St., Denver, CO, 80206.
Enclose a self-addressed stamped card with entry if
acknowledgement of receipt is desired.

Only Affiliated are eligible. All issues published
between March 1, 1980, and February 28, 1981, shall
be submitted. Maximum size 8V2 x 14 inches. Scale
of points available on request.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

53

COMMERCIAL DIVISION

Section I — Specimen Plants
Class

1. New Introductions

A. Seedlings

B. Sports or mutants

2. Other specimen plants

A. African violets

B. African violet species

C. Other gesneriads

3. A VS A Collections

Section II — Display Tables
Class

4. New Introductions

A. Seedlings

B. Sports or mutants

5. Other specimen plants

A. African violets,

B. African violet species

C. Other gesneriads

COMMERCIAL DIVISION

RULES AND REGULATIONS

GENERAL

1. A VS A Commercial Members (only) may enter
in either the Specimen Plant Division or in the
Display Table Division, but not in both divisions.
Commercial members may also enter in the Design
Division.

2. The same rules and regulations apply as for
amateur entries, where applicable. See particularly
Rules 1-3, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13 and 14.

3. Entries for New Introduction Awards shall
have been originated by the exhibitor or released
rights given in writing and shall not have been
previously shown at an A VS A convention show and
shall be labeled to designate whether they are seed¬
ling, sport, or mutant.

4. All plants shall be single-crown plants except
species, trailers, and other gesneriads.

SPECIMEN PLANT SECTION

name signs shall be furnished for all exhibitors.

10. No signs, cards, or codes identifying the ex¬
hibitor may be displayed prior to judging.

11. No colored lights which distort or enhance the
color shall be allowed.

12. Commercial silver trophies will be awarded as
merited to the exhibitors of the display tables receiv¬
ing the first, second, and third highest number of
points. An honorable mention rosette will be
awarded to the exhibitor receiving the fourth highest
number of points.

13. A point-score sheet shall be given each
display-table exhibitor to show how trophies were
awarded.

For further information, contact George W.
Hightower, Commercial Sales and Exhibits Chair¬
man, 2710 S. 96 E. PI., Tulsa, Oklahoma 74129.
Phone 918-627-4896.

5. Exhibitors may enter any number of plants in
each class, but only one plant of the same variety in
the same class. An exhibitor may enter plants of the
same variety in class 3 as entered in class 2 A.

6. Rules governing A VS A Collection Awards
shall apply to Class 3.

DISPLAY TABLE SECTION

7. Each display shall contain not less than 15 nor
more than 25 plants. Three miniatures, semi¬
miniatures, or miniature or semiminiature trailers
shall count as one specimen plant and be judged as
one unit. The display must be predominately (at least
75%) African violets. Other gesneriads may be in¬
cluded in the 25 plants and will be judged.

8. No other material, such as ivy, may be used in
decorating the display.

9. Eight-foot tables with three tiers shall be fur¬
nished and all shall be uniformly covered. Uniform

♦

JUDGES CLERKS
(Only Judges Apply)

Only A VS A judges in good standing will serve as
judge's clerks for the 1981 convention show. This will
be a good opportunity for those with little or no ex¬
perience. Please fill in the blank and mail to Mrs.
James B. Carey, 3900 Garden Drive, Knoxville, TN
37918 by March 1, 1981.

Name _

Street _

City _

State _ Zip _

African Violet Magazine, Januaij^ 1981

54

THE 1981 CONVENTION SHOW

SOCIETY AWARDS

A VS A Silver Cup and Rosette — To the best
registered variety in amateur classes 1 thru 31.

Award of Merit Rosette and $15 cash — To the sec¬
ond best registered variety in amateur classes 1
thru 31.

Honorable Mention Rosette and $10 cash — For the
third best registered variety in amateur classes 1
thru 31.

A VS A Collection Award for the three registered dif¬
ferent varieties — Gold rosette, best collection;
purple rosette, second in amateur class 31.

Trophies for Commercial Display Tables — Silver
bowl for best; silver tray, second; 6" Paul Revere
bowl, third; Honorable Mention Rosette, fourth.

New Introduction Award — A plaque will be a-
warded to the commercial member having the best
new introduction, commercial class 4.

A VS A Silver Cup — To the best registered variety in
commercial classes 2 and 3.

A VS A Collection Award for three registered dif¬
ferent varieties — Gold rosette, best collection;
purple rosette, second in commercial class 3.

A VS A Sweepstakes Award — Three silver bowls
and three rosettes to be awarded to the six A VS A
members who have won the most blue ribbons in
horticulture classes: Two silver bowls and two ro¬
settes will be awarded to the four A VS A members

who have won the most blue ribbons in design
classes in shows sponsored by Affiliates during the
calendar year from January 1 thru December 31,
1980. If there is a tie in the blue ribbons; red rib¬
bons shall be counted; if a tie still exists, white rib¬
bons shall be counted. If still a tie, the winner shall
be selected by the drawing of names. Winners will
be announced at the annual Friday night banquet.
The President or Secretary of the Affiliate must
send the A VS A Awards Chairman, Mrs. Richard
A. Chase, 482 Rutherford Ave., Redwood City,
CA 94061, by March 1, 1981 the following infor¬
mation: (a) Name of organization, (b) Name and
address of member, (c) Number of ribbons won,
(d) dates and places of shows. This is an amateur
award and not open to members qualifying as
commercials in accordance with Article II,
paragraph 2, of the AVSA Bylaws.

Yearbook Awards — Class 54, four avvards as
follows: First prize, $15; second, $10; third, $5;
Fourth $4.

Publications Awards — Class 55, A and B as follows:
A — Newsletters (16 pages or less); first, blue
rosette; second, red rosette. B — Magazines (more
than 16 pages); first, blue rosette; second, red
rosette.

SPECIAL AMATEUR AWARDS

Horticulture Division

SECTION I — Single blossoms
Class 1 — 1st, Indianapolis AVC, $10.

Class 2 — 1st, Indianapolis AVC, $10.

Class 3 — 1st, A VS of San Francisco, $10.
Class 4 — 1st, Mary Michniuk, $10.

Class 5 — 1st, AVS of Gray's Harbor, $10.
Class 6 — 1st, Swifts', 6 "Moist-Rite" planters
Class 7 — 1st, AVS of Jacksonville, $10
Class 8 — 1st, First Austin AVS, $10; 2nd,
Schultz Co., 2-12 oz. bottles "Schultz Instant".
SECTION II — Double blossoms
Class 9 — 1st, Stim-U-Plant, Inc., $25 and pla¬
que; 2nd, Plantsmith, 3-1 lb. boxes "Spoonit".

Class 10 — 1st, First AVS of Wichita Falls, TX,

$10.

Class 11 — 1st, Granada Hills AVS, $10; 2nd,
Michigan State AVC, $5.

Class 12 — 1st, Suburban AV Friends, $10; 2nd,
Schultz Co., 2-12 oz. bottles "Schultz Instant".

Class 13 — 1st, Stim-U-PIant, $25 and plaque;
2nd, Swifts', 6-"Moist-Rite" planters.

Class 14 — 1st, Maisie Yakie, $35; 2nd, Michigan
State AVS, $5.

Class 15 — 1st, Stim-U-Plant, $25 and plaque;
2nd, AVS of the East Bay, $15.

Class 16 — 1st, AVS of Staten Island, $10; 2nd,
Alum Rock AVS, $5.

SECTION III - Edged blossoms
Class 17 — 1st, Adelaide Kory, Silver half shell;
2nd, Border Cities AVC, $5.

Class 18 — 1st, Wisconsin Council of AVC, $25;
2nd, Michigan State AVS, $5.

SECTION IV — Variegated foliage
Class 19 — 1st, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hertel, $10.

Class 20 — 1st, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hertel, $10.

Class 21 — 1st, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hertel, $10.

Class 22 — 1st, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hertel, $10.

SECTION V - Miniatures
Class 23 — 1st, Evelyn Dulbecco, $10; 2nd,
Schultz Co., 2-12 oz. bottles "Schultz Instant".

Class 24 — 1st, AVS Monterey Peninsula, $15;
2nd, AVS Monterey Peninsula, $10.

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55

Class 25 — 1st, Nite Bloomers, $10.

Class 26 — 1st, A VS of Palo Alto, $10; 2nd,
Milwaukee A VS, $5.

Classes 23 thru 26 and 31 — Best Miniature, St.
Louis Judges' Council, $15.

Classes 23 thru 26 and 31 — Best variegated
miniature, Paumanok A VS, $10.

Classes 24 and 31 — Best pink variegated
miniature. Evening Bloomers A VS, $5.

SECTION VI — Semiminiatures

Class 27 — 1st, Frances McMahon, $10.

Class 28 — 1st, Mrs. Teresa Roth, $10.

Class 29 — 1st, AVS of Minnesota, $10.

Class 30 — 1st, AVS of South Bay, $10; 2nd,
Schultz Co., 2-12 oz. bottles "Schultz Instant".
SECTION VII — Single or double blossoms, any
foliage

Class 31 — Best collection. Tube Craft,
FloraCart; 2nd, Helen Van Zele, $50.

Classes 1 thru 31 — Best registered variety,
Stim-U-Plant, Inc., $50 and plaque.

Class 32 — 1st, Merrie's, Hand-painted strawberry
jar; 2nd, Delia's Originals, Hand-painted coffee mug.

Class 33A — 1st, Saintpaulia Society of St. Louis,

Rosemark footed serving tray; 2nd, Northern
California Judges' Council, $10.

Class 33B — 1st, Plantsmith, 3-1 lb. boxes
"Spoonit".

Class 34A — 1st, Mabel and Glenn Hudson
Memorial Award, Silver; 2nd, Adelaide Kory, Silver
half shell.

Class 34B — 1st — John and Jo McCoy, Hand-
painted china plate; 2nd, Kathryn McNair, $10.
SECTION VIII — Other gesneriads

Class 35A — 1st, Estelle Crane, $15; 2nd, Eileen
and David Masterson, $10.

Class 35B — 1st, American Gesneriad Soc. of San
Francisco, $10; 2nd, Michigan State AVS, $5.

Class 36A — 1st, Joan Van Zele, $20.

Class 36B — 1st, Joan Van Zele, $20.

Classes 35A thru 36B — Best gesneriad, AGGS,
Rosette

Classes 1 thru 36B — Sweepstakes, "President's
Award", Harvey Stone, Silver

Classes 1 thru 36B — Sweepsta^ces, Mrs. L. F.
Lidiak, Rosette.

Classes 1 thru 36B — 2nd Sweepstakes, AVS of
Lower Bucks, $15.

DESIGN DIVISION

SECTION IX — Artistic Plantings
Class 37 — "Mission San Francisco De Asis", 1st,
Mrs. Minnie Fullerton, $10.

Class 38 — "Muir Woods", 1st, Mrs. W. F.
Anderson, $10.

Class 39 — "San Francisco Bay", AVS of East
Bay, $10.

Class 40 — "Ghirardelli Square", 1st, Santa
Monica Bay Chapter AVS, $15; 2nd, Santa Monica
Bay Chapter AVS, $10.

Class 41 — "Chinatown", 1st, Indianapolis AVC,

$10.

Class 42 — Terrariums — "Japanese Tea
Garden", 1st, Oakville AVS, $20; 2nd, Florence Gar-
rity, $10.

Class 43 — Dish Gardens — "Memories of San
Francisco", 1st, Indianapolis AVC, $10.

SECTION X — Arrangements
Class 44 — "Lombard Street", 1st, AVS of
Philadelphia, $15; 2nd, AVS of Philadelphia, $10.

Class 45 — "Twin Peaks", 1st, Mrs. J. A. W.
Richardson, $15; 2nd, Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson,
$10.

Class 46 — "Earthquake — 1906", 1st, Mrs.
Wendell Bruce, $15; 2nd, Amy and Irene, $10.
Class 47 — "TransAmerica Building", 1st,

Amethyst AVC, $15; 2nd, AVS of Greater New
York, Inc., $10.

Class 48 — "Seven Hills", 1st, Mr. and Mrs.
Stephen Kurilo, San Francisco picture; 2nd, AV
Study Club of Houston, $10.

Class 49 — "Palace of Fine Arts", 1st, Mrs. Jessie
Crisafulli, $10.

Class 50 — "Fisherman's Wharf", 1st, Adelaide
Kory, Silver half shell; 2nd, Muriel Warwick, $5.

Class 51 — "I Left My Heart in San Francisco",
1st, First AVS of Dallas, $15; 2nd, Indianapolis
AVC, $10.

Class 52 — "Victorian Homes" (small ar¬
rangements), 1st, Ruth Jo McCoy and Bjo Trimble,
violet stationery; 2nd, Michigan State AVS, $5.

Class 53 — "The Fish-o-rama" (small arrange¬
ment), 1st, Adelaide Kory, Silver half shell; 2nd,
Mary Boland, $10.

Classes 37 thru 53 — Best in Design, Orange Co.
AVS, $25.

Classes 44 thru 53 — Best arrangement. Pinole
AVS, $20.

Classes 37 thru 53 — Sweepstakes, Mrs. L. F.
Lidiak, Rosette

Classes 37 thru 53 — Sweepstakes, Metropolitan
St. Louis, $15.

DESIGNATED PLANT AWARDS

"California Giant", Marjorie Mills, $10. "Red Pearl", Anne Daniels, $10.

"Westdale Midnight Blue", Doris Cormier, $10. "Cozy Harbor", Catherine Hawley, Hand-crafted

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

56

porcelain from Edgecomb, Maine.

"Firebird", Judy Ann Downing, $10.

"Say Hey", Barbara Elkin, $10.

"Orchid Dawn", Mrs. Alice Black, $10.

"Rose Sonnet", AVS of Canton, Ohio, $10.
"Something Special", Ronn Nadeau, $100.
"Westdale Purple Mountain", Santa Cruz AVC, $5.
"Blue Excitement", Bellflower AVS, $25.

"Celine", Northern CA Council, $10.

"Blue Viceroy", Granger Gardens, $25.

"Pink Illusion", Granger Gardens, $25.

"Puerto Vallharta", Mrs. Frank Reece, $10.

"Nob Hill", Gary Beck, $10.

"Sammye Ballard", Maisie Yakie, $15.

"Gene Garner", Ohio State AVS, $10.

"Sea Urchin Beach", San Mateo Co. AVS, $10.
"Edith V. Peterson", Northern CA Council, $10.
"Dee Dee", Tinari Greenhouses, copper tray
"Dazzler", Tinari Greenhouses, copper tray
"Millie Blair", Northern CA Council, $10.
"California Skies", Tustana AVS, $10.

"Hondo", First AVS of San Antonio, $15.

"Disco Dazzler", Lyndon Lyon Greenhouses, $25.
"Ms. Pretty", Yolo Violeteers, $10,

"Nancy Reagan", Rienhardt's African Violets, silver
"Vic", Santa Clara Valley AVC, $10.

"By George", George Crouchet, $20.

"Always Pink", Frank Reece, $10,

"Redwood City", San Mateo Co. AVS, $10.

"Mini Fantasy", Tinari Greenhouses, mini copper
tray

"Dear Ellie", Mrs. Sidney Bogin, trophy
"Leslie", Anne Jantzen, $10.

"Little Jim", New York State AVS, $10.

"Dora Baker", Mrs. Harold Baker, $10.

"Bergen Strawberry Sherbert", Bergen Co. AVS,

$10.

"S. pendula var. Rizarae", Mr. and Mrs. Jewell M.
Goode, $10.

"Woodtrail", Mr. and Mrs. Jewell M. Goode, $10.
"Indian Trail", Edith Sharpe, $10.

"Pixie Blue", Cy P. Yee, $10.

"Sunset Trail", Ted Khoe, $10.

SPECIAL COMMERCIAL AWARDS

Specimen Plant Division

Class 1 — New Introductions

A — Seedlings: 1st, Joan Van Zele, $10.

Class 3 ~ A VS A Collection 1st, "Win Albright
Memorial Award" — Mrs. Marian E. Albright, $15;
2nd, $10.

Classes 1 thru 3 — Sweepstakes, Mrs. L. F,
Lidiak, Rosette.

Class 2 A “ Best miniature, Mr. and Mrs. Ray
Hertel, $10,

Class 2A — Best semiminiature, Milwaukee
AVS, $10.

Class 2A Best standard variegate, Milwaukee
AVS, $10.

Classes 2 A and 3 Best "Little Jim", New York
City AVS, $10.

Display Table Division

Classes 2, 3 and 5 — Best Star Lou Trailer,
Rienhardt's African Violets, silver

Classes 4 and 5 Best miniature or
semiminiature in table competition, Ray's African
Violets, $15.

Classes 4 and 5 — Best horticultural perfection.
New York State AVS, silver

Display Tables — fourth best, Mabel and Glenn
Hudson Memorial Award, silver

- - - —

RESERVATIONS IN DESIGN DIVISION

Name

Street

City

State

Zip

Mail the above blank to Mrs. Lawrence Rosenfeld,
2030 Junction Ave., El Cerrito, CA, no later than
April 1, 1981. Please note that each exhibitor will be
limited to 4 entries in the design division, which in¬
cludes classes 37 through 53, Any entries received
after April 1, will be accepted only if there is a
cancellation. Please enclose a stamped, self-
addressed envelope.

Check classes you desire

1. _ 2. 3. _ 4. _

Please cancel with above chairman if you cannot ex¬
hibit.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

57

It's Incredible

Martha Wiesenburg Reed
P. O. Box 446
Pascagoula, Mississippi

I didn't want the plant in the first place; it was a
mistake. Having become an African violet aficionado
a few years ago, I had ordered some African violets
from a reputable mail-order plant company, and im¬
agine my surprise when upon opening the box, I
found a plant called 'Codonanthe macradenia nestl¬
ed comfortably among the violets. Someone had
made a mistake — and it wasn't me!

I definitely didn't want 'Codonanthe macradenia',
partly, I suspect, because I couldn't pronounce the
name and partly because I had never heard of the
plant before. (I even speculated that the small red
dots on the undersides of the leaves were some
mysterious, contagious plant disease which would go
through my small African violet collection like the
Black Plaque went through London in the 1600's.)
However, I didn't want to waste the time it would
take to send it back to the company, and being
somewhat of a pack-rat with a strong aversion to
throwing away anything, I couldn't bring myself to
dump 'C. macradenia (for short) in the garbage. So,
I put it in a small "junk" room in my house, where it
would be far away from my other plants.

Since I am a curious person, I did some research on
my strange, new plant, and I found that 'C.
macradenia' was considered a "companion plant" to
African violets. The red dots on the undersides of the
leaves were normal. (Phew!) According to my
source, the plant needed higher temperatures, more
humidity and more light than an African violet.
Well, I never have had the humidity and more light
than an African violet. Well, I never have had the
time to baby my plants, and I wasn't about to start
spoon-feeding a plant that I didn't even like;
therefore, 'C. macradenia' stayed on the windowsill
of the one window (facing north) in the small, stuffy,
dark "junk" room.

For weeks at a time I would forget the little plant
even existed, but whenever I did remember it and I
checked to see if it had passed away, it would still be
there, green and glossy. Begrudgingly, I would give it
a drink of water and forget it again for awhile. Spring
turned to summer, summer to winter and the plant
was still green and glossy, although it had lost some
leaves and had never flowered — but then I had so
neglected it, that it was a miracle it was still alive.

'C. macradenia' remained on that cold windowsill
throughout the winter, and in the spring, when I
finally admitted defeat, I removed the little plant
from its dungeon and put it near a window in

another room where it would receive diffused light.
Trying to atone for my sins against it, I began to fer¬
tilize and water the plant on a regular basis. It wasn't
long until the leaves that had dropped were replaced
with new foliage and the small tubular flowers began
to appear. It was quite an attractive plant after all,
and the perseverance that had saved it certainly had
made a believer out of me.

Now 'Codonanthe macradenia' resides among my
African violets. I still don't give it any special treat¬
ment; it doesn't need it. And I learned from this ex¬
perience that one cannot always rely on a book to
give accurate information about caring for a plant.
Sometimes one just has to experiment for himself —
perhaps not so drastically as I did.

But I still have trouble saying Codonanthe
macradenia, so whenever someone asks me what
kind of plant that pretty little glossy-green plant it, I
just say — it's Incredible!

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Joanne
Star Ships
Tasty Treat
Tiggi Winkle

Twinkie
Wee Delight
Twilight Trail
Running Wild

Dreams & Wishes
Howdy Ma’am
Lucky Stripe

Sunshine
Strawberry Trails

Midget Corsage*
Midget Ric Rac*

ETHEL CHAMPION

Lacy Trinket’

KACKIE JOHNSON

Melissa*
Wee Miree’

Little Champ-M
Red Delight-SM

SANDRA LEIX

Wee Steve’

LINDA RAY

Chisholm Trail*
Rose Bud Trail-MT

Dickie Birds

Itsa

Filigreen

Lacewing

BAKER’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Gambit

Junie Moon*

Valentine Trails

SKAGIT

Rising Sun*
Star Wars*

Fantasy Island

Burgandy

Little Filly

Blue Babe
Jodi

Sweet Jenny

EDGAR ATKINSON

variegated varieties

Ed’s Hibiscus-SM
Ed’s Magniloquent-SM
Ed’s Pink Love-SM

Ed’s Red Head-SM
Ed’s Snowball-SM
Ed’s Surprise-SM

Plants — $2.00 Postpaid. Leaves — $.75 Minimum Order $10.00. Chest — $1.00.

Free chest w/$25 order.

Early Bird Special: Free plant with $25.00 order received before Feb. 25, 1981.
For a 1981 Descriptive List of these and 250 more minis, semis and trailers, send 25(p.

Mickey and Linda Ray — Owners
Route 4, Box 21 2 Col lege Station, T exas 77840

713/693-3237

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

60

VIOLETS BY BEVERLY

PROUDLY ANNOUNCES:

We are now shipping to the
continental U.S.A.

Exciting new releases for Spring 1981:
*10 new varieties DIB’S SERIES
#19 new varieties HOUSE OF VIOLETS
* 5 new varieties RONN NADEAU

Also many of the previous releases from
the other leading Hybridizers. Sandra
Leary Williams, Gary Beck, Fredette,
Grangers, Skagit’s, Swift’s, Susan’s, etc.

New releases:

Starter plants $3.00 ea.: Leaves $1.25 ea.
Previous releases:

Starter plants $2.25 ea.: Leaves $7.50/doz.

Send 50$ for 1981 list ready Jan. 1, 1981

* Distributor — #Partner

Violets by Beverly 1 325 Paseo Sereno
Phone (714) 5991 526
San Dimas, CA 91773

GESNERIA 309 montauk hwy.

SANDY & JOE WEYNAND
EAST MORICHES, NY 11940
516=878-8907

MEW INTRODUCTIONS FOR 1981

BIG JOSH — Large lavender semidbl star with darker edge
shading into crisp white frilled edge on tailored med green
foliage. Beautiful show plant

LONDON LIWIEY — White to palest pink single star with
prominent frilled green ridge on beautiful dark wavy foliage.
Spectacular.

NIGHT STAR — ■ Huge purple single star on large growing flat
variegated foliage.

PRETTY PICTURE — Huge 3” single pink star that holds on
large nice growing variegated foliage.

TIPEROO — Very large darker tipped wine single. Outstand¬
ing green speckled cream & pink foliage.

PERKY BABY — Pale pink single, separated petals, star 8-10
flowers per stalk that completely small med. green pointed
foliage.

LITTLE PENNY — A semiminiature version of our beloved
tiny Pink Bells-foliage and flowers larger. Good bloomer on
trailing foliage. A must for every collection.

SNO-CAP TRAIL — Winner of 5 awards at 1980 Spring Show
including Best in Show — Very large dbl white star on nicely
trailing dark foliage. Covers itself with blooms.

NOW REGISTERED AND ALSO AVAILABLE

SMALLTOWN GAL #3887 THAT’S ELAINE #3889

LT SOUTHAMPTON #3888 TISSO #3890

All above plants $3.00 ea. postpaid. Leaves $1.25 each
For complete listing please send 50c
All plants shipped United Postal Blue Label Air
Please give street address.

320 West Eagle
Arlington, NE 68002
Phone: (402) 478401 1

CAN THIS BE TRUE?

Yes! We have lowered our prices for 1981 ! Starter
plants are $2.75 each, postpaid. Leaves are 75c
each, postpaid. Minimum order — four plants or
ten leaves.

Shipping will begin approximately May 1. 1981
descriptive list available after March 1 — please
send 50c refundable with first order.

Add these winners to your collection:

SWAMP FEVER (Sisk) — 1980 Best New introduction at New Orleans
JANEEN (Fredette) — 1980 Best Seedling at New Orleans
AUTUMN HONEY (SSVN) ^ 1979 Best New Introduction at Denver
VIBRANT VAL (Lyon) — 1979 2nd Best New Introduction at Denver
DARTH VADER (Lyon) 1980 3rd Best New Intro, at New Orleans

New from Lyon: Disco Dancin’, Raving Red, Fringed^Charm, Shyness, Frosted Delight

1981 Fredette releases: Colibri, Lady Baltimore, Popsicle, Sarava, Sea Gypsy, Bermuda High,
Candy-0, Plum Surprise, Shadow Blues

Plus: Ms. Pretty, Star Wars, Kristi Marie, Disco Dazzler, Sundown, Pink Lemonade, By
George, April Violet, Tiger, Polly Doodle, Oh Susannah, Lyon’s Splish Splash, Edge of
Elegance, and many others.

See us at “Spring! A Bloomin’ Affair” at the Omaha Civic Auditorium, February 13-20.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

61

visits by
apt. only
305-452-
5670

SbSlg'S ^nc.

Dept. AV 11-8 1490 Saturn St. Merritt Island, Fla. 32952

NEW

NEEDLE POINT HOLDERS

1- 3/8” round . $ 1.25

7/8” miniature round . 1.19

2- 3/4” aqua cups with pin holder . 6.25

3- 3/4” aqua cups with pin holder .................. 9.00

1# white quartz pebbles (for terrariums and

floral designs) . 1.30

Flower Dri Kit. A complete kit for drying
flowers. Contains; IVa# silica gel,
drying can, floral tape, wire and in¬
struction book . 10.99

6.5 oz. Restore (neutralizes toxic salts) . 1.98

8 oz. White fly & mite spray (non-aerosol) ........ 2.49

6 oz. Granny’s Bloomers . 2.49

FERTILIZERS & GROWING AIDS

8 oz. Peters Violet Special 12-36-14 . . . 2.15

8 oz. Peters Variegated 5-50-17 . 2.49

8 oz. Oxygen Plus for A. Violets . . . 2.45

8 oz. Sea Green 5-10-5 (Sea weed plant food) . 2.19

8 oz. Sea Power (soil stimulant) . . 2.19

1 lb. Plant Marvel 12-31-14 . 3.10

16 oz. Alaska Fish 5-1-1 . . 2.95

8 oz. Sturdy 0-15-14 (mix with fish fert.) . ...2.98

4 oz. Allegro Plant Tonic (makes 9 gal.) . . ...2.75

6 oz. Miracle-Gro Plant Therapy 10-8-7 . . 1.99

8 oz. Cygon 2-E . 3.79

8 oz. Malathion . 3.09

8 oz. Kelthane(miticide) . .3.09

8 oz. Tenderleaf (Non-aerosol, non¬
damaging) . 2.49

8 oz. Orthene (Thrips & pritchard mealy

bugs) . 3.98

8 oz. Systemic Granules . . 2.79

** Helen Van Pelt Wilson Book on African Violets**
$6.75 pp (paper)

4 oz. Carbonmate (Fungicide) . . . 1.50

4 oz. Trace Elements . . 1.79

1 lb. Micro-Max (micro-nutrients). . . . .....2.98

6 qt. Perlite (coarse) ... _ ..................... 1 .25

6 qt. Verlite (coarse) . . . . . 1 .25

2 lb. Dolomite or Superphosphate. . . 1.00

Window Sill Tray 3V2 x 3/4x22 . . . . . 1 .19

Plant Tray 11x23/4x3/4................. . 2.19

Window Sill Tray OVax 3/4x22 . 1.19

Plant Tray 11x23/4x3/4 . ^ . 2.19

Plant Trays (No Holes)21 x11 X2V2” . . . 1.19

Ph Acidity Kit (by Sudbury) — . . . . . . 2.98

POTS, PLANTERS AND LABELS

1 /3*4” Round Plastic Pots . . 25 for 1 .25

2” Round Plastic Pots . . 25 for 1.50

2V4” Round or Sq. Pots . ....25 for 1.65

2V2” Round or Sq. Pots . 25 for 1.85

3” Round or Rd. Tub Pots . 25 for 2.25

3 V2 ” Round tubs . . 25 for 2.60

4” Rd. orSq. orTubs . 25 for 3.25

5” Round Tubs . 25 for 4.75

100 Stake Labels 4” white . . . . . 2.99

100 Flex Labels — Yellow Only . . . 1.75

Plastic Reservoirs — 1 Pt . . . . $ .35 each

1 Qt. (holds up to 5” pt) . . $ .49 each

Both include wick & holes punched

FLORACARTS **LOWEST PRICES**
BA-3 Three tray stand with top bracket &

3 fluorescent fixtures . . . $222.99

(freight collect from Ohio)

BA-4 Four tray stand with top bracket &

4 fluorescent fixture . $277.99

(freight collect from Ohio)

***Capillary Matting (Pellon) — $1 .98 per yd.
— 4' Wide—

for charge orders, send all | VISM*
information on card. ,

minimum charge order $12.00

Sand 2 Stamps for 1981 Catalog

Minimum cash order $5.00. Minimum charge order
$12.00. Please add $2.00 for shipping and packing
up to $9.99 order; $3.00 up to $18.99; & $4.00 on
all others; west of Rockies add $.90 to all rates.
BOX NUMBERS, please give PHONE NUMBERS or
address as we ship via U.P.S.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

62

NORMA LEIGH AFRICAN VIOLETS

405-6th NE SPRINGHILL, LA 71075

(318-539-3875)

Lots of new & beautiful things for spring — order from this ad. All
orders shipped postpaid priority mail. Min. order $15.00. Plants
$3.00 each. Leaves $1.00 each. Shipping begins April 1 — weather
permitting. Orders sent before March 1, take 15% discount.
“SANDRA LEARY WILLIAMS HYBRIDS” Sun Coaster, Pirate’s
Alley, Boca Grande, Gypsy Trance, Mayan Magic, Ocean Mist,
Tradewinds, Bermuda High, Sand Dune Strawberries, Cape Hat-
taras.

“VIOLETS do COOKIE” Absinthe House, Carnival Time, Celia,
Cookie’s Delight, Jazz Time, Libby, Maudie, Carnival Ball, Marie
Knoblock, Creole Tomato, Cafe Au Lait, Gris Gris, Tiggy Wiggy,
New Orleans Lady, Old Man River, Leatrice, Bright Eyes, Southern
Charm, Fais Do Do, Spanish Moss, Sugar Cane, Jeff Davis, Rebel
Rouser, Barbara Sisk, Lucky Duck, Jambolaya, Cajun Delight,
Swamp Fever, Cajun Country, Java, Dixieland, Jeanette.
“SOONER STATE VIOLET NURSERY” Ashley’s Promise, Cherokee
Sunrise, Trisha’s Promise, Captain Flash, Autumn Beauty, Amy
Irenna, Autumn’s Little Priss, Autumn’s Stormy Weather, Sandia
Rose, Dancin’ Fool, Pink Fling, Kiowa, Chianti, Sea Hawk, Autumn
Ember, Southern Ivory, Seeker’s Harmony, Kiss Me Pink, Seeker’s
Pleasure, Smoque Beau.

“HORTENSE PITTMAN” Peach Pie, Playmate, Anafair, Solo, Karla
Lei, Burgandy Woods, San Felipe, Ruby Clear, Lavender Elf,
California Belle, Dorie, Mindy, Playmoor.

“LATE HOWARD UTZ” Enchantment, Kenfro, La Violetta, Love In
Bloom, Utz Sincerely, Lavaco, Rojo Grande, Prime, Las Moras.
“DIB’S SERIES” DiB’s City O’ Albion, DiB’s Midnight Blue, DiB’s
Bunch O’ Violets, DiB’s Amethyst Caper, DiB’s Tangerine, DiB’s
Topohoney, DiB’s Carrie Ann, DiB’s Kathi Ann, DiB’s Champagne
Mist, DiB’s Gee Whiz.

“IRENE FREDETTE” Dancin’, Lady Baltimore, Maui Magic, Music
Man, Popsicle, Plum Surprise, Sarava, Sea Gypsy, Shadow Blues.
For complete list send 30$ in coin. Many other leaves 75$ each.
Varieties from Granger Gardens, Lyons, Hawley, Baker, Champion,
Tinari, Skagit Series, Groff and others.

Visitors welcome by appointment only
Make checks payable to . . . NORMA WREYFORD.

PROUD TO BE AN AUTHORIZED
DISTRIBUTOR OF FREDETTE
ORIGINALS; ALSO OFFERING
THE NEWEST SANDRA LEARY
HYBRIDS AND RONN NADEAU
VARIETIES

Tempting new introductions and time
honored standbys by many hybridizers.
Over 250 varieties including miniatures

and gesneriads.

Shipping plants and leaves May thru
October: supplies and plant stands year
round.

Plant stands and supplies catalog/
descriptive plant list: 500 (coins)

A sincere thanks to you all for the many
complimentary letters about our plants and
packing method.

We are an 8 year old full time Violet business.

Open 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. Closed Sunday and
Tuesday. Phone (303) 761-1770.

THE VIOLET SHOWCASE
3147 SOUTH BROADWAY DEPT. AV
ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80110

VIOLETS
do COOKIE

2400 Knightway Dr.

Jim & Barbara Sisk Gretna, LA 70053

Hybridizers 504-392-8094

ABSINTHE HOUSE — large single orchid blooms w/dark velvet top petals, serrated white variegated
foliage.

APRIL SHOWERS — large single pale lavender flower, large heavily variegated foliage.

CAJUN DELIGHT ~ soft double pink blooms w/peach edge, slightly wavy variegated foliage
w/touches of pink.

CARNIVAL TIME — large semidouble lavender blooms w/purple tips, extra large variegated foliage.
CELIA — double two toned light lavender blooms over soft, wavy, variegated foliage.

HAPPY JACK — single lavender blossom. Heavily variegated foliage w/pink overlay. Profuse bloomer.
JAVA two toned double fuchsia blooms, pointed wavy variegated foliage. 1980 SI Best Seedling.
LEATRICE — double pink blooms w/fuchsia tips, wavy variegated foliage trimmed in pink.

LIBBY — two toned deep orchid doubles w/dark edge on heavily variegated foliage.

MARIE KNOBLOCK — two toned deep red double blooms, large wavy variegatec^ foliage trimmed in red.
MAUDIE — double deep orchid blooms w/frilly green edge, large variegated foliage.

MORNING CALL — semidouble lavender blooms w/darker tones, variegated foliage w/pink overlay &
red backed. Prolific bloomer.

SPANISH MOSS — orchid double w/darker edge. Extra large variegated foliage. Heavy bloomer.
SWAMP FEVER — best introduction 1980 AVSA. Large semidouble deep lavender flowers w/purple
tips. Dark green foliage w/deep lavender variegation.

PLANTS: $3.50 ea., min. order 4 plants (customers outside the New Orleans area are best served by Air¬
mail. Please add $2.00 for Airmail service).

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

63

“Violets

with PIZZAZZ . . .

BAKER’S BEST FOR 1981

ANGEL WINGS -- Pure white semidouble star flowers cascade over spring green trailing
foliage

AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ ”” Large ruffled double star with white background, mottled with
fuchsia and pink, fiecked with purple streaks and dots. A four color fantasy, On strong
ruffled dark green foliage.

CORAL FROST — Salmon coral double on dark tailored Tommie Lou foliage. Good bloomer.
CRIMSON & CLOVER — Intense red ruffled double star on crinkly yellow and green glossy
foliage. Deepest red ever on variegated foiiage.

FULTON’S FOLLY — Fabulous fantasy star of dark purple streaks on light lavender blos¬
soms on a crown of dark tailored Tommie Lou foliage.

GREENSLEAVES — Lime green semidouble on ruffled light green foliage. Nobody does the
green blossom better.

HOWDY DOODY — A freckled beauty of fuchsia glitter sprinkled over a showy pink face en¬
circled by a white edge. All on standard dark green foliage.

HYDRANGEA — Snow-ball sized ruffled light blue and white mottled triple star on ruffled
light green foliage.

JAMAICA — Curly edged double white blossoms shine up with a broad blue edge over roll¬
ing curled green foliage.

KRINKLES — Ruffled velvet purple double with distinct green edge. Dark green ruffled foliage.
SCOOBIE DOO — Mottled white and fuchsia double on yellow and green semiminiature
foliage. Heavy bloomer.

SHA NA NA Ruffled white semidouble star; edges flushed with varying shades of blue.
Deeply ruched foliage.

SPRINGTIME Lilac blue and white star sports a snappy green ruffled edge on curly light
green foliage.

WILL O’ THE WISP — Butterfly-sized pink and white flowers heaped over yellow and spring
green ruffled foliage.

TO ORDER PLANTS

All plants are priced at $3.50 each. Postage, shipping and packing is $4.00 FOR ALL
ORDERS regardless of size. This covers the FIRST CLASS (AIR MAIL) service by which all
orders are sent. No order minimum. Shipping begins MAY 1, 1981 to all parts of the country.

COLOR CATALOG

Please send 50$ in coin for the 1981 COLOR CATALOG to see the entire collection of 1981
varieties. No catalogs will be sent automatically.

WHOLESALE SHIPMENTS.

Shipments of our wholesale selections are available throughout the year. Plants on a
wholesale basis are $1.00 each with a 50 plant minimum. All plants sold wholesale are THE
GROWERS CHOICE. Wholesale orders are shipped AIR FREIGHT ONLY from Boston’s
Logan Airport. Call your nearest airport for approximate C.O.D. Charges.

Please note new address: BAKER’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

87 SACO STREET
NEWTON, MA 02164

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

64

KHACHATURIAN

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

65

EVA’S VIOLET WORLD

African Violets, Growing Supplies, FloraCarts and Gro-
Lights. We also carry6” Mini Rings and 18” Maxi Rings.

9358 Bellaire Blvd.

Houston, TX 77036 Closed

(713)776-2966 Monday

Northeast Houston No shipping

BETTY’S AFRICAN VIOLET SHOP

Plants and Supplies
17115 Faring (Sheldon & Hwy. 90 area)
Houston, Texas 77049

Visitors welcome but please call 456-8200

MCKINNEY’S GLASSEMOUSE

African Violets, Gesneriads and Supplies
Large selection of diminutive terrarium plants
Leaves, cuttings or plants
Appointments at the greenhouse, please
303; for list

James B. McKinney

89 Mission Road, Eastborough, Wichita, KS 67207

(316) 686-9438 and 684-5333 _

uHu^iel s ^{^ioleis

“Fredette Originals Distributor”
Popular varieties by many leading
hybridizers. Gift and starter plants & sup¬
plies. Visit our Mini-ville!!!

1-5 Tues. thru Fri. or by appointment (805) 522-0605
3231 Travis Ave., Simi Valley, California 93063

ADVENTURES WITH
AFRICAN VIOLETS

Presents for 1981 ... 28 beautiful new
SKAGIT originations from Wayne Lindstrom.
Also, Fredette, Leary, Fisher and many others
available ~ Spring List 253: please. Leaves and
starter plants shipped commencing Victoria
Day.

Visitors welcome most evenings,
advance notice appreciated.

P.O. Box 869, MARY C. WALKER

Vulcan, Alberta Canada TOL 2B0 (403) 485-2984

Rosemeyer's
African Violets

R.R. 3 BOX 267 SUNMAN, IN 47041

AUTHORIZED 'DIB's' DISTRIBUTOR

Over 400 different varieties from leading
hybridizers. For complete list send 503: in
coin. Fresh cut leaves only. Visitors
welcome by appointment. Shipping
begins April 15 (weather permitting) to
November 1.

SPOONIT

“GETS THINGS GROWING!”

Promotes rapid
growth in all
potted plants
including African
Violets, ferns,
flowers and
ornamentals

get 1 lb. for

$3.50 pp

from

plaimtsmith

1924 Plymouth Street
Mt. View, California 94043

PATTY’S PLANT PLACE

Special: 1 doz. fresh cut leaves of new
1981 releases for $5.50 postpaid. Offer
good until March 1, 1981. (limit 2 doz. per
customer please) Or send 35(p In coin for
list of new and recent releases. Shipping
begins in April. Visitors welcome but
please call ahead for appointment and
directions.

Rt. 1 , Box 55 Ph. 31 6-542-3686

Cheney, KS 67025

Catalog, 1981 — .35(p

BELL’S CAROLINA VIOLETS

I Greenhouse/Display Room

P.O. Box 595

Albemarle, NC 28001 — (704) 982-8430

1193 Carolyn Drive

AFRICAN VIOLET SPECIALISTS

•Distributors

Prices: Plants, $2.98 each, Min: 4 — Leaves, .95$ each, Min: 10 — Shipping/Handling, $1.50

••Partners

•Sooner State

Dancin’ Fool

•Sandra Leary Hybrids

••House of Violets

Something Pretty

African Violet Nursery

Kiowa

Sandra Williams

Charlene & Ralph Reed Super Stars

Sidney Ann Groeneman

Kiss Me Pink

Bermuda High

Big Arkie

Sweet Magic

Amy Trenna

Linda’s Choice

Boca Grande

Coral Rose

Tom Edward

Ashley’s Promise

Pink Fling

Cape Hatteras

Colonial Belle

Very Grape

Autumn Beauty

Sandi Rose

Gypsy Trance

Dixie Charm

Very Very

Autumn Ember

Sea Hawk

Mayan Magic

Fancifrill

Autumn’s Little Priss

Seekers’ Harmony

Ocean Mist

First Place

Autumn’s Stormy Weather

Seekers’ Pleasure

Pirate’s Ransom

Lilac Lady

Captain Flash

Smoque Beau

Sand Dune Strawberries

My Stars

Cherokee Sunrise

Southern Ivory

Suncoaster

Our Hope

Chianti

Trisha’s Promise

Tradewinds

Plum Royal

We also have NEW RELEASES/OLDER FAVORITES by, Fredette, Lyon, Baker, Maas, Champion, Nadeau, Blades, Granger, Arndt, Lorenzen

and more. Over 450 varieties, all outstanding. LEAVES ONLY on these varieties, $7.95/doz. Shipping/Handling $1 .50. At our greenhouse at

all times, plants on all varieties also leaves and larger blooming plants. SUPPLIES shipped year round.

VISITORS ARE WELCOME,

please call or write before coming. No Sundays.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

66

1981 REED’S - FREDETTE’S

2000+ VARIETIES

PRICES: $2.50/plant or $28.00/dozen for plants (you select varieties)
75<p/leaf or $8.00/dozen of leaves (you select varieties)

HUGE DESCRIPTIVE LIST - SEND two 15(p stamps
AMAZING GRACE -- “Queen of Show” at New Orleans
MS PRETTY — “MOST WANTED PLANT” at New Orleans
SHO BIZ — ruffled Hot pink — green edge

GREEN’S; Spearmint, Kermit, Green ice, Pistachio, Turties (var.). Green Giant

1981 FREDETTE’S VARIETIES 1981 REED’S VARIETIES

Candy 0

Colibri

Big Arkie

Coral Rose

Dancin’

Lady Baltimore

Colonial Belle

Cotton Queen

Maui Magic

Musicman

Dixie Charm

Dixie Snow

Plum Surprise

Popsicle

Fancifrill

First Place

Sea Grape

Shadow Blues

Glacier Blue

Lilac Lady

Sarva

Lovey Mine

Lowery

My Star

Our Hope

Plum Royal

Something Pretty

Super Stars

Sweet Magic

PREVIOUS FREDETTE’S

Taffy

Tom Edward

April Violet

Bright Angel

Very Grape

Very Very

Burma Blue

By George

PREVIOUS REED’S

Cherry Frosting

Dominique

Pirates Alley

Flambeau

Dresden China

Oh Susannah

Cajun King

Cajun Country

Pink Icing

Polly Doodle

Bayou State

Naughty Thought

Regilia

Royal Ann

Bold Charm

Whispering Hope

Ipanema

Silver Lining

Tiz Pink

Tiz Blue

Sandpiper

Symphony Atlanta

Coral Cameo

Dixie Joy

Snow Orchid

Grandfinale

Moon River

Hall of Fame

Strawberry Ripples

Verna Lynn

Pink Lemonade

June Swift

Toboggan

VIOLETS c/o COOKIE

Swamp Fever

Carnival Ball

Jambolaya

Lucky Duck

Southern Charm

Tiggy Wiggy

ADDITIONAL GREAT SELECTIONS

Dynomite

Hot Lips

Ambrosia

Blue Thunder

Blue Top

Little Jim

Wonderland

Radiation

Autumn Lou

Vigor Lou

Crimson & Clover

Captain’s Lady

Lilac Lou

Saltwater Taffy

Little Delight

Bahama Mama

Distant Thunder

Sea Skipper

•Watermelon Rose

Vulcan’s Forge

Crystal Bruce Special

Crimsunny

My Spoon

Moon Trail

Ablaze

Hot Blooded

Boggie Woogie

By Request

Cupie Doll

Ember Flame

Fantasm

•Genessee Silouette

Mahogany Belle

May Dance

Sea Captain

Sailor Suit

Beginner’s Luck

Pink Illusion

Garnet Elf

Firebird

*SEE PAGE 82 of SEPTEMBER ‘80 AVM FOR ADDITIONAL SELECTIONS* (Bakers, Grangers, Lyon, Reeds)

‘VALLEY VIOLET’S SELECTION*

SPECIAL PRICES: 12 plants or 50 FC LEAVES for $15.00
note: Valley Violets select the varieties at these prices.

aiiow 4-6 weeks for shipping

‘ALL ORDERS: ADD $2.00 or 15% (whichever is greater) for POSTAGE & PACKING

VALLEY VIOLETS LOCATED: 4.5 miles south of Argyle, FL

Rt. 1, Box 69 on C-183

DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433 (904) 892-3501 an appt. is wise

SHIPPING TO SOUTHERN STATES BEGINS March 1st All others will begin April 1st

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

67

KENFRO

by Hortense
Photo by Sundown Pittman

OKLAHOMA

arrangement by
Anna Hill of Fullerton,
CA. Blossoms are
rose triumph
Photo by Rick Krach

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

68

SINCERELY

By Hortense
Photo by Sundown Pittman

NEW ORLEANS
BOUND

An artistic planting
by Dolores Kottman
Anaheim, CA
Photo by Rick Krach

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

69

CHRISTINE’S FLOWERLAND

Authorized Distributor For FREDETTE ORIGINALS
ALSO GRANGER, BAKER, LYON, AND OTHERS
VISITORS WELCOME PHONE (803) 394-2366

CHRISTINE DIGGS

118SO. LEXINGTON AVE. LAKE CITY

P.O. BOX 626 SC 29560

STATE INSPECTED

MlIEE'i

214 Goodrich Avenue
Syracuse, New York 13210 (315)475-3435

Miniatures &Traiiers Over 400 Varieties

Legai SASE w/2 stamps for 1981 iist
Shipping May to November

Open weekends by appointment

NEW YEAR’S SPECIAL

1981 Fredette Hybrids

$2.50 ea. ppd. (reg. $3.25 ea. ppd.)

Mail order only, offer expires Feb. 28,
1981, minimum order 3 plants, ship¬
ping starts in May.

Complete descriptive list 30<p

Grestwood iJioletry

7314 Jervis Street
Springfield, VA 22151

Visitors welcome by appointment

(703) 941 -2996 (703) 256-1 575

BOOKS

Helen Van Pelt Wilson’s African Violet Book
Revised Edition (Hard Back) $12.36

Revised Edition (Paper Back) $ 7.36

The Indoor Light Gardening Book by George A. Elbert
(Hardcover) $12.54 (Paper Back) $ 7.36

The Gesneriad Family by Virginia F. and George A. Elbert
(Hardcover) $11.54 (Paper Back) $ 8.36

The Complete Book Of House Plants Under Lights

by Charles Marden Fitch (Hard Cover) $1 1 .54

Ferns To Know And Grow

by F. Gordon Foster (Paper Back) $ 7.41

For books shipped out of the United States by surface Mail
please add $1.50 for postage.

Michigan residents please include 4% Sales Tax

MARY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

19788 San Juan Detroit, Ml 48221

GROWING SUPPLIES

32

oz. Alaska Fish Fertilizer (5-1-1)

$4.54

16

oz. Alaska Fish Fertilizer (5-1-1)

3.71

3

oz. Can Mildex for mildew

3.80

16

oz. Cygon 2-E

7.43

4

oz. btl. Malathion 50%

2.57

4

oz. btl. Kelthane (Miticide)

2.48

1 V4

lb. Systemic Insecticide Granules

4.70

8

oz. Peters House Plant Food (15-30-15)

3.12

8

‘OZ. Peters General Purpose Plant Food

(20-20-20)

3.12

8

oz. Peters Violet Special (12-36-14)

3.42

8

oz. Peters Variegated Special (5-50-17)

3.72

1

lb. Peters S.T.E.M. (Soluble Trace Elements)

5.75

1

lb. Peters Fritted Trace Elements

1.75

4

oz. btl.. Superthrive (Vita-Hormone)

4.92

8

oz. Sphagnum Moss Milled (nodampotf)

3.50

4

qts. Krum Perlite

2.20

2

qts. Krum Perlite

1.59

2

qts. Hardwood Charcoal #10 tine

2.81

4

qts. Vermiculite #2

2.20

2

qts. Vermiculite #2

1.59

3

lb. bag Carbanate Fermate, Ferbam

8.67

8

oz. Carbanate Fermate, Ferbam (Bulk)

2.25

2

lbs. Dolomite Limestone

2.20

2

lbs. Calcium Carbonate (Whiting)

2.40

2

lbs. Superphosphate (0-20-0)

2.40

1

gal. Mary’s African Violet Soil

2.40

1

gal. Mary’s Starter Soil

2.40

MINIMUM ORDER $5.00 Post Paid
Michigan residents piease inciude4% Saies Tax.

MARY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

1 9788 San J uan Detroit, M I 48221

Messin’ Round VIoletry

Distributor for “FREDETTE ORIGINALS"

Phone (313) 373-0172 List 25<t and 30(t SASE.

THE MIRACLE OF SPRING — the awakening of new and beautiful things.

Our cup runneth over with babies, a promise of beautiful blossoms in the near future. We
have 16 new & beautiful varieties of FREDETTE ORIGINALS. Plus new beauties from
Swifts, Lyon, Champion, Cookie, 20 lovelies from Sooner State, etc. Plants are $3.00 and
$2.00 for miniatures. ALLEGRO PLANT TONIC $3.50 and SUPERTHRIVE $3.69 both pp.

MRS. EVELYN BECKMAN

4040 Squirrel Road Lake Orion, Michigan 48035

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

70

CAPE COD VIOLETRY

John & Barbara Cook
Dept. AV 28 Minot St.
(617) 548-2798
Falmouth^ Massachusetts 02540

Authorized Distributor for FREDETTE
ORIGINALS ^ NEW ‘81 RELEASES from
FREDETTE, GRANGER GARDENS,
REINHARDT, ANALEE, UTZ, FISHER OF
CANADA, CHAMPION, LYON and more. Full line of EPiSCIAS and SUPPLIES.
Catalog $1.00 refundable with order. WE CARRY ALL THE SPECIES AND THE
ORIGINAL 10. Also all the striped blossom varieties including VALENCIA.

PLASTIC FLOWER POTS

3” round thru 5” round have rolled rims

Size Color

Type

10

25

50

100

500

iy4” Wt. only

Thumb Pot

$ .90

$ 2.10

$ 3.70

$ 6.85

$ 31.50

21/4” Gr. orWt.

Rd. or Sq.

.65

1.20

2.25

4.25

20.00

21/2” Gr. orWt.

Rd. or Sq.

.70

1.25

2.35

4.50

21.00

3” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

.90

2.10

3.70

6.85

31.50

3V2’’ Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

1.05

2.50

4.65

8.65

39.50

4” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

1.30

2.90

5.45

10.25

45.00

4V2” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

1.75

4.15

7.35

14.10

68.25

5” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.00

4.50

8.65

15.75

71.40

6” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.60

6.00

11.00

20.00

92.00

6” Hvy. Gr. or Wt.

Hvy. Rd. Tub

4.80

11.50

22.50

44.00

210.00

BVz” Gr. orWt.

Rd. Tub

2.90

6.55

12.60

23.10

100.00

Violet Pot with Detachable Saucer

3%” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.60

6.00

10.90

19.40

89.25

Plastic Heavy Duty Pot Saucers

3%”

1.15

2.55

4.60

8.65

4” Green

1.75

4.00

6.90

12.70

5” or

2.00

4.45

8.40

15.75

6” White

2.80

6.55

12.00

22.00

Plastic Wick Water Reservoirs

(recessed snap-on-lids) 16 oz.

2.50

5.70

10.40

18.90

81.90

(wicks not included) 32 oz.

3.85

9.25

17.10

31.75

119.70

4” Whit© Plastic Labels

.30

.50

.85

1.50

6.50

Plastic Hanging Planters

1

5

10

25

50

(with saucers and wire hangers)

51/2”

a-i/g” Deep

.80

3.40

6.00

13.65

25.20

6” Green

41/4” Deep

.95

4.00

7.50

17.30

31.50

8” or

5” Deep

1.15

5.75

10.40

24.40

46.20

10” White

61/4” Deep

1.50

7.25

13.85

33.15

63.00

Permanest Trays

1

a

12

25

8” X 12” X 2V2”

Green

.95

5.50

10.50

22” X iiy2” X 2y2”

only

2.95

17.25

33.00

Plastic Trays

251/2” X 131/2” X 3-y,e” Green

2.50

14.00

26.00

50.00

or white

Elisa’s African Violet Rings

9” Green only

1.00

5.50

9.90

18.70

13” Green only

1.25

6.60

12.10

23.10

Mini Green only

1.00

5.00

9.00

17.00

Sweet

Violets

I

Stick Pin

(shown actual size)
$3.50 ppd.

Large Stick Pin

$4.00 ppd.

Matching Violet
Pirn

Pendants

Rings

Earrings

(Clip or Pierced)
$5.00 each ppd.

FREDETTPS ALLEGRO PLANT TONIC

Excellent for starting leaves and small plants. Use 3
tsp. per gal. water. 4 oz. bottle — $2.75 each; 3 for
$7.50; 6 for $13.50; 12 for $25.00. 1 gal. (for large
growers) $30.00 each.

SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS:

Supplies shipped UPS or Parcel Post

Shipping Charges $2.50 — Canada $5.00

All other Countries — Actual Cost

Mass, residents include 5% Sales Tax

Please include STREET or ROAD, Zip Code & Phone

Number.

Prices subject to change without notice.

PETER’S WATER SOLUBLE FERTILIZERS

Formula

Type

Size/Price

2oz.

4 oz.

12 oz.

12-36-14

African Violet Special

$ .70

$1.20

$2.00

5-50-17

Variegated Special

.70

1.20

2.00

15-16-17

Peat-Lite Special
(contains extra trace

.70

1.20

2.00

minerals for use with
soilless mixes)

2 oz.

4 oz.

16 oz.

20-20-20

General Purpose

.60

1.00

2.00

15-30-15

House Plant Special

.60

1.00

2.00

Dolomite Limestone

2 lbs/1 .25

Charcoal

No. 3 Coarse

10 oz.

20 oz.

40 oz.

No. 6 Medium

.70

1.25

2.25

Vermiculite (No. 2 Coarse)

5 qts.

16 qts.

Perlite

(Coarse)

.95

1.55

2.80

4.85

Long Fibered Sphagnum Moss 432 cu. in./2.00

Capillary watering mat ■ a full 4 feet wide
$2.00 per running yard - whole yard lengths

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

71

PINK

SOLITAIRE

Seedling by
Florence Walker
Seaborook, Texas

ABOUT FACE by Ella Kiesling, Denver

Photo by Doug Hamilton

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

72

SHIRLEY’S BLOOMIN’ BLOSSOMS

New Varieties for 1981

Leaves

— $6.50 postpaid

per dozen

Authorized Distributor for: SOONER STATE VIOLET NURSERY

Autumns Little Priss

Southern Ivory

Cherokee Sunrise

Kiss Me Pink

Captain Flash

Smoque Beau

Autumn Ember

Pink Fling

Sandia Rose

Dancin’ Fool

Sea Hawk

Seekers Harmony

Autumn Honey

Chianti

Trisha’s Promise

Kiowa

Bakers

Dattalo

Grangers

Lyons

Angel Face

Jazz Band

Carnival

Star Wars

Fireworks

Star of Bethlehem

Calais

Spiish Splash

Lacy Laser

Swiss Alps

Candyland

Vibrant Val

Intergalactic

Way Down Yonder

Normandy

Country Cousin

Sandra Leary

Swifts

Violets c/o Cookie

Susan’s Violets

Tradewinds

Unpredictable

Spanish Moss

Nice N’ Easy

Key West

Flirt

Swamp Fever

Cherry Pie

Ocean Mist

Work of Art

Rebel Rouser

Mixed Emotions

Cape Hattaras

Pink Wax

Creole Tomato

Patches

Ron Nadeau

Wayne Lindstrom (Skagit Series) Miniatures and Trailers

Spring Fling

Vagabond Couquette

Pioneer Trail

Denim Blue

Vigorlou

Freckles Charmer

Little Mo

Rosebud Trail

Something Special

Honey Aristocrat

Running Wild

Dappled

Wilma Lou

Alabaster Sweetheart

Emma Lahr

Goin’ Coconuts

Miscellaneous

Big Splash

Bud’s Choice Oklahoma Sunset Apricot Silk

H’s Phaia

Raspberry Revel

Black Congo Fickle Lady

Callbri

H’s Grand Willie

Kelly Darlin’

G.V. Grin Orange Elf

Sarava

Polly Doodle

Mardi Gras (Annalee)

G.V. Frills Yellow Breakthrough Shadow Blues

Tenn. Melanie

Over 1500 varieties available as Fresh Cut Leaves —

List 50e. Shipping starts April 15th. Make checks

payable to: SHIRLEY WIGGINS, 604 Shannon Drive, Box 67, Somerset, Ml 49281

LARGEST SELECTION IN U.S.A.

Save 20/40% on Plant Stands, Light Fixtures, Lamps,
Pots, Meters & Accessories

Furniture styled Square Aluminum Tubing — Easy to
Assembie. C404 Stand with FCF-42 Fixtures shown in
upper ieft of picture. (A). A312 Stand with FCL-42 Fix¬
tures shown in insert (B). Ali shipped by U.P.S.

Order #

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H”-L”-D”

Trays Size

Aluminum Finish (A)

Brown (B) or White (W)

#

(A)

*(AX)

(B or W)

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3

69 51 19

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$ 90.00

$ 75.00

$104.00

$ 86.00

A416( )

4

74 51 19

16-18”x12”

108.00

91.00

124.00

104.00

B3 12(A)

3

54 51 23

12-22”x12”

96.00

82.00

B4 16(A)

4

74 51 23

16-22”x12”

120.00

103.00

B520(A)

5

69 51 23

20-22”x12”

150.00

129.00

C303( )

3

69 51 20

3-20”x49”

110.00

98.00

124.00

109.00

C404( )

4

74 51 20

4-20”x49”

140.00

125.00

156.00

134.00

‘Has Minor Scratches, May Not Show with Proper Assembly. IGS

2” Wheels Set of 4 — 2” wheels for above Wonder Gardens. $6.00

Four Foot (40 Watt) Fixtures for above Stands.

FCL-42GR Shoplite — White Finish. (1 CW & 1 WW)

FCL-42WS Shoplite -- White Finish. (2 Gro-LuxWS)

FCF-42N Plantlite — White or Woodgrain. (2 Natur)

FCT42 Plantlite (NO LAMPS) White Finish.

FCT-44 Plantlite (NO LAMPS) White Finish.

(2-$ 47.00; 3- 69.00; 4- 90.00)
(2- 51.00; 3- 75.00; 4- 98.00)
(2- 71.00; 3-105.00; 4-138.00)
(2- 63.00; 3- 93.00; 4-122.00)
(2- 100.00; 3-148.00; 4-195.00)

$24.00
26.00
36.00
32.00
51.00
at the

$32.41

$37.01

GRO-LUX, NATURESCENT, VITA-LITE Powertwist Fluorescent & PLANT LITE Incandescent Lamps available
following discounts from List Prices: 4-30%; 6-35%; 12-37V2%; 24-40%.

6 — 40 Watt Gro-Lux (WS) ($23.10 List) $15.02; 6 — 40 Watt Naturescent ($49.86 List)

6 — 40 Watt Gro-Lux ($41.10 List) $26.72; 6 — 40 Watt Vita-Lite ($56.94 List)

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African Violet Magazine, January 1981

73

THREE NUTRIPONIC® KITS
FOR AFRICAN VIOLET FANS

All kits come complete with our 55 page color-illustrated book,
Gro-thru^”^ pots, planting medium, and Liqui-Soil™.

Starter Kit. Comprises four plastic planters as shown complete
(includes SVz” pots.) $4.95 (+ $1.50 shipping).

Round Duplex''^'''' Planter Kit. Attractive plastic planter holds one
pint of nutrient and shows off your prize violet. Comes complete
with supplies. $9.95 (+ $1.50 shipping)

Windowbox Kit. Holds more than one quart of nutrient. Plastic
windowbox in rough-sawn wooden box. 16” long, 4” wide. In¬
troductory price; $17.50 complete.

Now you can grow healthy plants indoors — even tomatoes using a totally new and simple
system called “Nutriponics”.

This new system uses a modern attractive planter (or even a used tin can), that acts as a
water reservoir for a flower pot permitting long periods without watering if you desire. Your
plants gradually absorb all the moisture they require, simply, easily, practically eliminating
leading causes of house plant failure: inadequate moisture and overwatering. Fully tested.
We have received many letters from customers expressing satisfaction.

Send your order to: WINDOWSILL GARDENS, AVJ

Grafton, NH 03240

□ Send Windowbox Kit □ Send $4.95 Kit □ Send $9.95 Kit

Name: _

Address: _ _

VISA-MASTER CHG.# _ Exp. Date _

Signature _ _ Check, MO, & Chg. Cards Accepted

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

74

PETROVFFSKY GREENHOUSES

Star Route 301, Indian Springs Road
Rough & Ready, CA 95975

Phone (916) 272-4080

PETROVFFSKY GREENHOUSES

AFRICAN VIOLETS

Over 1,000 varieties, 400 min, 600 stnds, and many gesneriads
Over 35,000 African Violets on display

Distributor of Fredette Originals

New 1981 Fredette Originals available 1/1/81
New from Reed’s House of Violets available 4/15/81
New from Sooner State Violet Nursery available 4/15/81

1981 — 24 page catalog 500
50o refundable with 1st order
Mail Order, Retail & Wholesale
African Violets — $2.25 Ppd.
New 1981 varieties — $2.75 Ppd.
Gesneriads — $2.00 Ppd.

We also carry varieties from Arndt, Beck, Champion, Constantinov, Elkin, Fisher, Granger, Hawley, Khoe, Lyon, Maas, Nadeau, Pittman,
Russell, Swift, Utz, and many others

(MIN. ORDER $7.50)

14867 Indian Springs Rd., (1 mile west of McCourtney Rd.)

Rough & Ready, CA 95975

Greenhouse hours: Tues - Sun 9-5

INTERNATIONAL CATALOG — 1 Dollar

Now Shipping the Pacific Basin Year Around

ORCHID GARDENS

9748 Brockbank Dr. Of BOSWell & Barnard Open 7 Days a Week, 10-6

Dallas, TX 75220 214/350-4985

Introducing the 1981 Composer Series Variegated Releases!

Debussy: Large med. blue with white markings on petal edges, wavy foliage.
Khachaturian: Clusters of bright blue doubles over tailored T/L foliage.

Puccini: Very pale blue singles with green highlights, large wavy foliage.

Rossini: Very large fuchsia stars with cherry center; yellow crown variegate.

Introducing Fifteen 1981 Fredette Originals including these Variegates!

Bermuda High: Improved ‘Wine & Roses’ type over tailored foliage.

Colibri: Mauve to violets s-d with greenish white edges, symmetrical.

Candy-0: Pink to white s-d over compact variegated foliage.

Dancin’: White ruffled s-d with blue rays at center, scalloped foliage.

Lady Baitimore: Intense, long lasting blue s-d over symmetrical foliage.

Music Man: Very large violet s-d stars over pink and cream variegation.

Sarava: White s-d with blue center & rays over dark ruffled foliage.

Plants: $3.25; Leaves $1.25. Minimum order $10.00 plus $2.50 shipping charges and Texas residents only
add 5% state sales tax. Please list alternates, as quantities limited. Send SASE for complete listing.

'Authorized Fredette Distributor’

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

75

15 FREDETTE ORIGINALS FOR 1981

Bermuda High, Colibri, Candy-0, Dancin’, Lady
Baltimore, Maui Magic, Music Man, Popsicle, Plum
Surprise, Sarava, Sea Gypsy, Shadow Blues, Janeen,
Replique, Candy Green.

Leaves and all size plants available after Jan. 1, 1981.

Shipping ieaves only.

Plus almost 100 newest varieties from other outstand¬
ing hybridizers such as Swift, Hortense Pittman,
Violets c/o Cookie, Utz, Susan, and others.

Write for our free folder describing these and many
other beautiful African Violets, and our Special Early-
Bird Order discount.

)

THE LITTLE PLANT HAVEN

Donald and Wilma Del Buono
1 331 La Porte Waco, TX 76710

Area Code 817 Ph. 772-0544
(Authorized Fredette Distributor)

TOMARA AFRICAN VIOLETS

OYEZ — OYEZ — OYEZ, A PROCLAMATION!!!
We are ‘inaugurating’

150 new varieties for 1981

FREDETTE ORIGINALS — 15 new releases
and many of the old favorites. Avaiiable at our
shop Janaury 1 and by mail order May 1.

Four new releases from David Buttram, and
over 125 new varieties from other leading
hybridizers.

1981 list available March 1 (300 please)
(Overseas list $1.00 — fresh leaves only)
Long SASE for prices on Tube Craft products.

MRS. R. D. TOMPKIN

Rt. 3, Fayette, MO 65248 Ph. 816-248-3232
Visitors Weicome Sunday by appointment

MARVELOUS

' I SEASON’S GREETINGS!

N

our 1981 list of over 300 varieties of
I miniature, semiminiature, and trailing

S African violets is available for $1.00
which is refundable on the first order.

OFFERING STARTER PLANTS
AND FRESH CUT LEAVES

RON BRENTON 30840 Wentworth

Phone: 313-261-6767 Livonia, Ml 48154

NAPA VALLEY VIOLETS

636 Cunard Drive Napa, CA 94558

1981 catalog is now ready. This year
we will have available to you the
beautiful hybrids of Sidney
Groeneman.

We also have newest varieties from
other leading hybridizers. 254; for
catalog.

CLOUD NINE
GARDENS

Authorized distributor “Fredette Originals”

Chicago’s Newest
A.V. starter plants
$2.50

many new and old varieties

Byappt. only 312/883-9864

:ing in Proven Show Plants”

We are proud to announce our “Partnership” with Charlyne and Ralph Reed. We
will be shipping their beautiful 1981 varieties. Order early for the best selection.
Complete list for 50$.

4206 Woody Lane Cindy Brenner Phone

Bryan, Texas 77801 Owner (713)779-5638

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

76

J F INDUSTRIES TULSA, OK 74105

R O. BOX 7704 (91 8) 742-5606

NOW WE HAVE THREE LEAF SUPPORTS

6” diameter MINI — fits up to 3” pots
12” diameter MIDI — fits up to 5” pots
18” diameter MAXI — fits up to 8” pots

The supports are made of molded, leaf-green plastic. They have 4 posts, allowing
the use of two rubber bands, (furnished), for better stability and convenience. They
fit all types of pots, round or square and work equally well on the Moist-Rites.

PRICES

6” MINI

3 supports

25-48

49-up

12” MIDI

$1.10 each plus shipping charge
25-48 30% discount plus shpg.

49-up — 40% discount plus shpg.

$2.00 plus shipping costs
30% discount plus shipping
40% discount plus shipping

18” MAXI

$1.50 each plus shipping charge
25-48 — 30% discount plus shpg.
49-up — 40% discount plus shpg.

SHIPPING CHARGES
6” MINI

3 supports $ .70 total 18-30 $2.10 total 93-117

6 .85 total 33-60 2.60 total 120-159

9-15 1.15 total 63-90 3.50 total 160-up

$4.40 total
5.20 total
no charge

1 support
12 supports-up

1 support
5 supports
25 supports-up

12” MIDI

$1.00 plus .12 for each additional support to 12
$2.34 plus .06 for each additional support

18” MAXI

$1.50 plus .25 for each additional support up to 5
$2.34 plus .10 for each additional support up to 25
$4.00 plus .07 for each additional support over 25

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

77

BRIGHT BLOSSOMS
GREENHOUSE

Carol Kosalski

R.D. #5, Amsterdam, NY 12010
(518) 842-8929

Fresh Cut leaves $7.00 per doz. ~ Min.
order 1 doz. It’s “In The Bag” rooted
leaves — $1.00 ea

Hybrids by Granger, Fredette, Maas,
Leary, Nadeau, Dattalo, DiB’s, Pittman,
Lyon, Reed, others

List 75$ Overseas shipping.

To all our customers,

Thank you and a very Happy New Year.

KAY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Starter plants Leaves State Inspected

RONN NADEAU DISTRIBUTOR — 1981 varieties —
Ask Neva, Spanish Castle Magic, Pink Pinafore,
Carolina Morn, Magenta Lou, Masked Man, plus latest
varieties of other leading hybridizers.

Plants $2.65/$26.50 doz. — Leaves 65(i:/$6.50 doz.
Min. order $10.00. Order before March 1st and receive
1 free plant or 2 free leaves. Shipping begins April
15th, Postage Paid by Air Priority Mail. All plants well
rooted in 2y4” pots.

List 35$ Visitors Welcome

571 1 1dlebrook Drive Please call ahead

Charlotte, NC 28212 (704) 535-1892

GOOD’S HYBRIDS

281 Sabrina Ct.
Woodstock, GA 30188

Inclose check or money order with order.

CREAM OF CROP — White double with pink. -S-
CLOUD nine — Pink ruffled single, good bloomer.
-SM-

GREAT GRANDPA — Purple single, flat growing. -S-
FALLING STARS — Blue single large stars, good
bloomer. -S-

STARLET — Light pink single stars. -S-

LAZY SUZAN — Purple semidouble, flat grower. -S-

SALT & PEPPER — - Red-violet semidouble splashed.

-SM-

TIGER TOOTH — Red-violet semidouble with some
white. -SM-

ZERO — Blue semidouble 8 per stem. -S-
SUGAR HILL — Cherry single, good bloomer. -S-

Send money order to receive plants right away.
2V4” pots — $2.50 ea. min. 3 plants.
Leaves — $.95 ea. min. 10

Wholesale also — small quantities available.
Earn money in your spare time -- violet partys?
For more information or a list of more violets send
25$, no stamps.

CHARLYNE REED AND JUNE SWIFT
HAVE A SISTER!!!!!!!!

(Phles)

FEATURING LATEST INTRODUCTIONS FROM:

House of Violets

AND

SWIFT’S OF Dallas

WARREN’S VIOLETS SEND 35(D FOR MAILING LIST TO:

RT. 7, BOX 4591

TEXARKANA, AR 75502 PHLES (THE 3RD SISTER)

501/772-0705 & WARREN TERRAL

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

78

GREEN HOUSE NEWS

Now, in October, we project 1980 to be
our best year, thanks to you. This is in
spite of depressed conditions in this area.
Quality always counts.

Carol has had many compliments on the
quality and condition of plants she packs
and ships, including a nice letter from
Miss Goodship, of the Ministry of
Agriculture, Slough, England.

New plant lists ready March 1. Shipping
of plants after May 1. Supplies and GRO-
CARTS shipped any time.

Carol has selected some beauties for
1981, some are ready now for pick-up at
the GREEN HOUSE.

GRO-CART business has increased
dramatically and we have been hard-
pressed to keep up production. We are
plagued by increased material costs, but
increased production helps us maintain
our prices.

The GRO-CART is superior in all ways. This is proven by the many orders we
receive after the GRO-CART has been displayed at a Garden Show of Convention.
The GRO-CART was designed from the casters up to be a sturdy, attractive, effi¬
cient plant stand. There has been no compromise to utilize, or “make-do” using
certain stock items. Full-size trays enable you to properly place plants, no divi¬
sions to Interfere. The fixtures provide an efficient spread of light, the light is con¬
fined to the tray, no excessive spill-over of wasted energy. Egg-crating/wick or
capillary mat watering is readily used with the convenient trays. GRO-CARTS will
be on display at the first Tokyo Saintpaulia Show, November 4 to 14. I am looking
forward to my participation in this Show. Carol will remain home to keep the
GREEN-HOUSE operating, as usual.

We will see you in San Francisco.

Happy Growing, Andy and Carol

THE GREEH HOUSE'

9515 Flom^er Street»Bellflower, Ca.90706
(213)925-0870

Daily 10-5, Sunday 1-5, Closed Holidays. Phone (213) 925-0870

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

79

DiB’s Violets

OiB’s Gingerine — Multi color, white, orchid, green stick tite.
DiB’s Champayne Mist — Multi shades misty pink, stick tite,
sparkling overlay.

DiB’s City O’Albion — Midnite blue, stick tite single. Girl fol¬
iage.

DiB’s Gee Whiz — Multi color, white, wide purple edge, green
tips, stick tite, orna. foliage.

DiB’s Midnight Bleu — Flax blue, single, stick tite. Red
backed foliage.

DiB’s Carrie Ann — Frilly lavender-pink, lilac etchings, stick
tite.

DiB’s Amethyst Caper — Pom-pom, white amethyst center or
reverse, stick tite.

DiB’s Kathi Ann — Cream color to translucent pink, spark¬
ling, stick tite.

DiB’s Topohoney — Multi shaded pink, stick tite. Red backed
foliage.

DiB’s Bunch O’Violets — Tufted single, royal purple, white
feathering, stick tite. Girl foliage.

* ‘Check your “Growers”

List for availability

Hybridized by:

Doris I. Bearman
918 Maple St.

Albion, Ml 49224
Ph. 517-629-2886
Visitors by appointment
only.

Canadian Customers: Pat Tracy of: Pat’s Flowerland

Box 237
Stroud, Ontario
LOL 2M0

is The Exclusive Distributor of DiB’s Violets for
Canada. All inquiries and orders must go direct to her.

Fixtures for above stands with 2-24 inches — 20 watt cool
white tubes $20.95 each with cord and plug. Add 4% tax in
Wisconsin, U.S. Only. No Canada.

Lumen-Liter Plant Stands are made of Gleaming Aluminum
square tubing with high impact soft green trays. Lights are
easily adjustable above trays with chains.

Send stamp for literature.
Naturescent, Vitalite, Pow¬
er-twist, Gro-lux tubes,
lamps, trays and timers, etc.

Ripe-N Gro-Sunlite 17 in.
diameter 19 in. high Avocado
Green with 22 watt ■•-/i-Jt spec¬
trum Fluorescent Lamp $.16.95.
Can be used with timer.
Spot-O-Sun Grolitc I'l.^r-ter,
Avocado Green. $22.95

SHIPPING BY UPS TO 48 STATES

FLORALITE COMPANY

41 24A East Oakwood Rd. Oak Creek, Wl 531 54

Phone (414) 762-1770

i/^ojiSTS

at t^e

Distributor of FREDETTE ORIGINALS and Allegro
Partner of Reed’s House of Violets,

Also other hybridizers as Granger, Lyon, Elkin, etc.

ANNOUNCES IT’S EARLY BIRD SPECIAL FOR 1981

A 15% discount on all plant and leaf orders received before April 1,

1981.

A $10.00 minimum for discounting.

1981 list — 35(i: in coin
Available after Jan. 15

1 32 Joan Ave. Green Bay, Wl 54302

Please call in advance for visitation. 1-414-468-0761

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

80

SPRING 1981

TULSA’S ONLY AUTHORIZED “PARTNER”
FOR

THE HOUSE OF VIOLETS

CHARLES AND MELBA SIMS
1308 SOUTH SANDUSKY
TULSA, OK 74112
(918) 8344871

^‘AFRICAN VIOLETS WITH A TOUCH OF CLASS”

NEW! REED’S 1981 VARIETIES - 22 NEW REGISTERED BEAUTIES!

CORAL ROSE: Big coral pink-fluted double. Dark green red backed foliage. Shapes perfectly. A WIN¬
NER!

DIXIE CHARM: DARK magenta (lavender backed) blossom. Very double-fringed-purple splashes.
Medium green foliage. Shapes well-slightly elongated leaf.

FANCIFRILL: A honey! 2y2” or more — lavender Geneva with fantasy — all ours have bloomed with
much fantasy. Medium green foliage. SHOW PLANT. (REED’S)

GLACIER BLUE: Light to medium blue. Sometimes shows white on tips. Medium green foliage. Large
clusters of blooms — free bloomer.

MY STARS: PINK fringed double with lavender overlay — wide band of lavender on edge of blossom.
Looks like “stars on stars” (a layered look) Light green quilted foliage. OUTSTANDING!

OUR HOPE: Big double fringed pink — some deeper pink in center. A good bloomer — - shows some
“glitter”. Big leaves. Shapes well.

PLUM ROYAL: Plum fluted double blossoms — some shading. Variegated foliage — rounded slightly
spooned leaf — usually shown some pink in leaf.

SOMETHING PRETTY: Big double blue and white blossoms — sometimes shows as much white as blue
(this one varies). Big dark green quilted leaves.

SWEET MAGIC: Big fringed semidouble lavender traces of fantasy on some. Medium green rounded
leaves — shapes well — grows large.

TAFFY: Frosted palest of pink double — hint of peach on edges. Light green quilted foliage. A mound of
blooms. EYECATCHING!

TOM EDWARD: Light blue double — some darker tips — fluted. Medium green quilted foliage.

VERY GRAPE: Velvety deep purple fringed double. Good Tommie Lou foliage. Perfect symmetry. SHOW
PLANT.

VERY VERY: Very, very pretty! Double pink fringed — shaded medium to dark pink. Variegated foliage.

35cp please for complete list.

Leaves $1.10. Shipping Charges — $2.50 per order of leaves.

Starter Plants in Pots $2.95 each, postage paid (6 plants or more).

Less than 6 plants $3.50 each. MINIMUM ORDER 3 Plants: Priority mail

Shipping — Plants & Leaves May 1-Nov. 1: Supplies anytime

Items from our “Potting Pantry” — 6”, 9”, 13” & 18” Rings — soilwash fertilizers — Pots
— Moist-Rite Planters — Plant Carts — Light fixtures & Lamps — Voikmann Supplies —
Stainless Steel Plant Supports,

VISITORS WELCOME BY APPOINTMENT.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

81

CEDAR HILL’S VIOLET HOUSE

Rt. 1 Box 285A

Omaha, TX 75571

214-884-2969

SURPRISE PACKAGE:

PRESPRING OFFER:

Leaves (our choice)

— 25/$6.00 Postpaid

20% off on orders of “Your Choice”

Plants (our choice)

- 10/$10.00 Postpaid

dated prior to March 1, 1981

We are a Partner of Reed’s HOUSE OF VIOLETS

Leaves and plants of the 1981’s will be released April 15th.

Big Arkie

Cotton Queen

Something Pretty

Lovely Mine

Sweet Magic

Colonial Belle

Tom Edward

Glacier Blue

Lowery

Super Stars

Coral Rose

Dixie Charm

First Place

Lilac Lady

Very Grape

My Stars

Dixie Snow

Fancifrill

Plum Royal

Very Very

Taffy

Our Hope

HOWARD UTZ

RIENHARDT

WAYNE LINDSTROM’S SKAGIT SERIES

Rojo Grande

Enchantment

Royal Blue Lou

Aristocrat

Bonanza Rascal

Sincerely

Primo

Rare Vintage

Gorgeous

Champion Freckles

Kenfro

Lavaco

Torchy Lou

Sweetheart

Garnet Coquette

HORTENSE’ “H”

SERIES

Virgo

SUSAN’S OF DALLAS

Anifair

Playmate

Peach Ruffles

First Date

Adean

Peach Pie

Ruby Clear

Rosita

Sweet Lovin’ Grace Heaven Knows

Karla Lea

Mindy

Happy Harold

Bonnie Leigh

Tyler Rose

San Felipe

Dorie

Picot Lou

Cherry Pie

Pop Musik

Solo

Grande Willie

TINARI

Desert Night

Desiree’

Playmoor

Miss America

Carnival Queen

Strawberry Jam

Mischievous

BAKER

Dee Dee

VIOLETS do COOKIE

Coral Chorale

Satin Pillow

Disco Babe

Old Man River

Southern Charm

Heart Throb

Pussy Cat

Star Strip

Swamp Fever

Sugar Cane

Rising Sun

Tambourine

Blue Mascara

Marie Knoblock

Leatrice

Madcap

Super Star

Big Splash

Fais Do Do

Cafe au Lait

Thunder Clouds

Wild Cherry

Crimson Glow

Gris Gris

Carnival Ball

Babe

Tin Pan Alley

CHAMPION

Jeff Davis

Creole Tomato

GRANGER GARDENS

Purple Poppy

HOUSE OF VIOLETS (Reed’s)

Blue Viceroy

Sylvan Blue

Berry Splash

Bourbon St Blues

Ponchatrain

Carnival

Mardi Gras

Silver Crinkles

Cajun Country

Moon River

Sammye Ballard

Wonderland

Dotted Swiss

Flambeau

Coral Cameo

Normandy

Amigo

Pink Pillow

Jazz City

Pirate’s Alley

Half & Half

LEAVES: $7.00/Doz.

Order Plants from LISTING — 50$ (Refundable) or 2-15$ stamps.

Shipping by Priority Mail POSTAGE PAID beginning March 15th in warmer areas.

(List alternates for substitution and gifts)

The VIOLET HOUSE will be open to visitors in the Spring — Call for an appointment.

WE ARE DELIGHTED TO INTRODUCE

FOR COUNTED THREAD CROSS STITCH

At last, you can create your own American heirloom with
your favorite flower as its central theme!

Included in this outstanding needlework kit: the finest long
staple combed cotton Aida cloth in antique ivory (if you
haven’t worked with Aida before, you’ll love it, because the
little squares tell you where your needle goes!), 18 stitches
to the inch; more than enough DMC embroidery floss to do
the work; easy-to-read charting; and complete instructions.

And there’s a place on the design for your initials and date
when you finish, to impress your great grandchildren!

The colors are lovely, ranging from the palest violet to the
deepest purple, with many pinks, corals, peaches, fuchsas,
blues and greens to delight the eye!

Cross stitch is easy and fun . . . and the finished
needlework is a real prize! Treat yourself to the one and
only sampler where African violets grow with each stitch!

African Violet Sampler Kit, 12”x16” finished size. . . . 22.50 ppd.

Please write for our 1981 list of mini and semimini AV
leaves, including Tally Timers and Sally’s Choice, and all
other African violet needlework and stationery accessories.

25 cents. List available after February 15.

Sally Haven Violets

P.O.BOX 1711 MANCHESTER, MISSOURI 63011

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African Violet Magazine, January 1981

82

ss’s niMSi

Specializing In African Violets"

BERMUDA HIGH
CAPE HATTERAS
MAYAN MAGIC

GYPSY TRANCE
OCEAN MIST
PIRATES RANSOM
SUNCOASTER
TRADEWINDS
BOCA GRANDE

BIG ARKIE
COLONIAL BELLE
COTTON QUEEN
DIXIE CHARM
FANCIFRILL
LILAC LADY
LOVEY MINE
LOWERY
MY STARS

PLUM ROYAL
VERY GRAPE
VERY VERY

CARNIVAL

TRANQUILITY

CAPRI

NORMANDY

FROSTFIRE

CANDYLAND

CALAIS

SPLISH SPLASH
DISCO DAZZLER
RAVEN RED
FRINGED CHARM
VIBRANT VAL

Authorized Distributor
SANDRA LEARY HYBRIDS
Spring Introductions

— Huge soft shimmery lavender stars with dark purple edge and fine white edges.

— The most brilliant fuchsia-red yet, with an even darker edge. Huge stars, single, yet so many.

— Bright frosty pink 3” semidouble stars with wide dark pink border, and frilled green-white

edge. Gorgeous.

— - Light burgundy semidouble stars, deep purple edge, and ruffled fine white edge. Exquisite.

— Huge, very full double soft pink stars in clusters.

— Enormous deep pink semidouble stars with lightly ruffled edges.

— Huge candy pink lightly ruffled and fluted double stars with bright pink yellow stamens.

— Frosted lilac fluted semidouble stars with deep purple tips.

— One of the most commanding show plants ever. Tremendous 3” rich pink semidouble stars on
bronze green dark foliage. Heavy bloomer.

Authorized Partner

THE HOUSE OF VIOLETS (C. & R. Reed)

Spring Introductions
Not available until 4-1-80

— Big double purple, slightly fringed.

— Huge medium pink blossoms — deeper shadings in center.

— Good double pure white-fringed blossoms.

— Dark magenta (lavender backed) blossoms. Very double fringed-purple splashes.

— Gorgeous 2y2” or more lavender geneva with wavy fantasy markings.

— Double lavender, some deeper color on tips. Speckles of purple fantasy markings.

— A bouquet of big double deep pink fringed blossoms.

— Big lavender fringed blossoms, some deeper tips and a sprinkling of fantasy.

— Pink fringed double with lavender overlay — wide band of lavender on edge of blossoms.
Beautiful.

— Plum fluted double blossoms — some shading. Variegated foliage.

— Velvety deep purple fringed double. Good Tommie Lou foliage.

— Double pink fringed — shade medium to dark pink. Variegated foliage.

(More New House of Violets releases on our 1981 list.)

GRANGER GARDENS

— Heavily fringed white blossoms, laced and veined with vivid red-purple. Absolutely gorgeous.
Nothing else like it.

— ■ Frilled white blooms, edged in pink.

-- Beautiful semidouble white blooms, edged with medium blue frilled border

— Gorgeous semidouble rosy pink blooms, extremely ruffled, edged in hot pink.

— Very red double blooms, with wavy white edges. Variegated foliage.

— Bright red orchid and white fringed blooms, another beautiful “Firebird type” blossom.

— Gorgeous frilly pansy shaped white blossoms, laced with soft lavender.

LYNDON LYON GREENHOUSES, INC.

— Loads of coral doubles, splashed with purple dots and stripes.

— Beautiful deep red double stars, edged in white.

— Deep brilliant red doubles in clusters. That good “Dyn-o-mite” red.

— Very fringed full double white blooms, with blue purple markings.

Huge 3” intense coral semidouble double stars.

Starter plants of the above varieties are $3.00 each, minimum of 4 plants; leaves are $1.00 each, minimum 6 leaves.
Please include $3.00 shipping and handling charges to each order. Plants and leaves are shipped separately, please do
not combine orders.

We also have the latest of FISHER OF CANADA, ETHEL CHAMPION, SWIFT, AND FREDETTE. Our current list with
complete descriptions available for 50(p in coin (no checks please). Sorry, due to increase in printing charges, there will
be no mailing list this year. VISITORS WELCOME BY APPOINTMENT.

P.O.BOX238 MILLINGTON, Ml 48746 (517)871-2505

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83

HORTENSE'S
AFRICAN VIOLETS

Mr. & Mrs. J. R. Pittman
12406 Alexandria
San Antonio, TX 78233
512-656-0128
Exciting new releases for 1981
13 new varieties of our own
11 new varieties of the late Howard Utz
All New Fredette originals
All New Sandra Leary Williams hybrids
Starter plants $3.00 each,

10 or more $2.75 each
F.C. leaves $1.25, postage paid
Previous releases and new releases from
other hybridizers Maas, Lyon, Granger’s,
etc. We also specialize in Minis and
Semiminis, starter plants $2.00 each, 10
or more $1.75 each. FC leaves 75$. All
plants and leaves shipped postpaid by air
mail or best way possible. Shipping all
year, weather permitting. Please list
substitutes. If we have to substitute it will
be on a two for one basis, your gain. Send
25<i: for list.

Visitors welcome,
call for appointment.

CLEARVIEW COVE
VIOLETS

"'Northern Shores Of Lake Michigan"
“TRY US“, and be 'Violetably' Happy.
Selections by leading Hybridizers,
Fredette Originals, Grangers, Lyon,
Maas, Swifts, Utz, miniatures, etc. In¬
cluded are; 'Polaris , 'Candyland', 'Col-
aris', 'Capri', 'Pink Bandmaster', 'Dark Il¬
lusion', 'Elvis Presley', 'Pistachio', 'Pansy
Doll', 'Pretty Polly', 'Roundabout', 'Blue
Top', 'Royal Ann', 'Verna Lynn, and the
prolific blooming pink 'Becky', and
''MANY OTHERS".

Think Spring, order early, supply
limited, it is: F.R.F.S. Have a Happy
Violet-tine's Day. We welcome your in¬
quiries/visits. Please call before coming.

List 25$ and L.S.A.S.E.

MRS. D. S. HELMS

Rte. #1, Box 354
Bark River, MI 49807

Officially approved by AVSA Board

Violet

vxiusn SCRBS'AOti

JUST REPRINTED ON NEW FINER PAPER. 10
different pictures on each notehead.

5 3/8 X 3 1/41 10 ENVELOPES j '

(Envelopes meet postal requirements.) ^

Sold through your local club in minimum lots of 12
packages for $1 per package. (Your club earns 50^
per package). An excellent item for sale at your
locol violet show. Minimum order — 1 2 packages.

(No Single Order Please)

GUS BECKER PRINTING COMPANY
1080 Forsythe - Beaumont, Texas 77701

Shipped postpaid, check with order, continental U.S.
only. Foreign and others, postage added. Otherwise,
shipped COD plus postage. Order direct from Printer.

Quick! Neat! Easy!

FloraCART
Watering Wand

Popular accessTory for your FloraCART
Or for any plant setup. Lightweight 21" alu
minum wand dispenses water with pinpoint
accuracy — no. spilling, no breaking leaves! No
heavy watering cans! Easy-operating positive-
action valve. Complete with 8 feet of plastic
hose and gallon plastic juq $23.98 each. In
U.S. add $1.25 shipping; m Canada $1.50.
Ohio residents add 5V2% sales tax. Check,
money order, Master Charge or BankAmerii
‘ card (give card number). By the rnakers of
FloraCART indoor greenhouse on wheels.
^ Write for literature. Tube Craft,

Inc., 8000 Baker Ave.,

Cleveland. OH 44102.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

84

Madame Butterfly

2166 Broadlawn Dubuque, Iowa 52001

(319) 583-8012

Your most spectacular group of violets for 1981
are just a "MAIL" away!

BERMUDA HIGH (Fredette) “The day of wine and
Roses”, s-dbl. and dbl. of rose-petal pink dipped in
burgundy wine, tailored cream and green fol.
CANDY-0 (Fredette) Pink to white s-dbl. and dbl.
over compact green and white tailored fol.
CREME DE MENTHE (Baker) Frilly triple lime
green flowers with trace of lavender blue on petal
edges, heavily ruffled bright green fol.

DANCIN' (Fredette) White ruffled singles and
s-dbis. with delicate blue rays at centers, distinct¬
ly scalloped fol. of deep green and rose.

HOT BLOODED (Baker) Breathtakingly gorgeous
true red frilled s-dbl. with thin white edge, dark
symmetrical red-backed fol. (pix p26 AVM 3/80).
JANEEN (Fredette) Best seedling award winner at
1980 AVSA convention, large pink blossoms and
lovely blonde variegated fol. with pink petioles.
LADY LUCK (Baker) Large frilly hot pink s-dbl.
flecked with fuchsia and fuchsia lines from center
of blossom as flowers mature, dark ruffled fol.
MY VALENTINE (Baker) Large hot pink dbl. with
deep cerise eye, tailored TL variegated fol.
POPSICLE (Fredette) Luscious shade of bright
pink, white edged and generous bloom, dark sym¬
metrical fol.

PURE PLEASURE (Baker) Remarkable plant with
wavy large deep fuchsia s-dbl. stars, ruffled red-
backed variegated fol. with heavy shades of pink.
REPLIQUE (Fredette) Large raspberry s-dbl. which
shades to burgundy at tips and usually has a
touch of green around the edges, dark tailored fol.
SNOWFLAKE (Baker) Large heavily frilled pure
white s-dbl. over dark ruched holly fol. outstand¬
ingly beautiful blooming fool.

WILD CHERRY (Baker) Large frilly hot fuchsia red
s-dbl. with bright yellow stamens surrounded by a
white eye, round heart shaped dark green TL
variegated fol.

CANDY GREEN (Fredette) Pastel pink and green
ruffled dbl flowers over ruffled variegated fol.
COLIBLI (Fredette) Ruffled s-dbl blossom shading
from delicate mauve to deepest violet and edged
in greenish-white, symmetrical red-backed fol.
with cream band which turns rosy in cool weather.

DESIREE (Baker) Deepest and darkest blood red
frilly dbl star, mostly with gorgeous strong pretty
green edge, textured like velvet, dark wavy fol.,
DUCHESS (Baker) Large pink dbl outlined in
darker pink with white edge, TL variegated fol.
INTERGALACTIC (Baker) Most spectacular new
fantasy, deep purple s-dbl with glowing pink puffs
and pink/white flecks over dark symmetrical fol.
JET SET (Baker) Amazingly heavy blooming frilled
white s-dbl with good purple edge, large ruffled
variegated fol. which grows into a round wheel.
LADY BALTIMORE (Fredette) Intense blue s-dbIs .
in constant bloom over symmetrical variegated
fol. with each leaf outlined in a rich shade of
cream.

PLUM SURPRISE (Fredette) Flowers vary but all
pretty, s-dbIs of some ail white, some striped or
edged in plum and some all plum on one plant,
bright emerald green fol.

PINK LADY (Baker) Large heavily ruffled hot pink
s-dbl cushioned in very strong lime green, very
dark ruffled fol. heavy blooming beautiful plant.
SARAVA (Fredette) Sparkling white s-dbl blossom
with a blue center and rays, looks like a bright
blue star within a white star, dark red-backed
lightly ruffled variegated fol. with rosy pink and
cream edge, (pix p60 AVM 11/80.)

SWINGIN’ SAFARI (Baker) Large ruffled delicate
soft pink dbl with pretty lime green edge, very dark
red-backed large ruffled fol.

SWAMP FEVER (Sisk) Sensational best new in¬
troduction at 1980 convention, outstanding deep
huge lavender s-dbl with purple tips, beautiful
large wavy variegated fol. with lavender shade.
TEDDI BEAR (Baker) Large ruffled hot pink and
white mottled dbis, ruffled large symmetrical
emerald green and white variegated fol.
UNPREDICTABLE (Swift) Second best new in¬
troduction at 1980 convention, eye catching
unusual charmer, s-dbl frilled blossoms are com¬
bination of red, pink and white in various patterns,
lovely medium green ruffled fol.

ZOE (Utz) Large pink dbl blossoms edged in
fuchsia over good tailored fol. (pix p60 AVM 6/80.)

Minimum order 4 plants. Blooming size starter plants $3.00 each. Add $2.50 for shipping. Iowa
customers add 3% tax. Shipping begins between May 1 and 15 depending on weather. All orders re¬
ceived before May 1 will be shipped by the middle of June. We intend to fill in all orders without
substitution by holding back your order if necessary. Send 50(p for complete list of our latest beauties
from FREDETTE ORIGINALS, BAKER, GRANGER, UTZ, LYON, SISK, HAWLEY, REED, SWIFT, LEARY
and others. We are “MAIL ORDER ONLY”.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

85

^ VIOLETS GALORE $5^

Standards, minis, trailers, variegated, ruffled, plain. New and
old varieties. Healthy plants and fresh cut leaves. Mail Order.
— Visitors by appointment. Send 50(p for complete list to

VIOLETS GALORE
174 E. 8th Ave.,

Chico, CA 95926
(916) 891-1432

PAT’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

New Varigates for 1981

DALLAS CHEERLEADERS — Many lovely peachy pink double
blooms high above pretty green and white variegated foliage.
LUV YA BLUE — Lovely dark blue double blooms on pink,
green and white variegated foliage.

Pat Tuminello — 713-753-2228 — Beaumont, TX
Please call for directions.

EVA’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

New arrivals plus old favorites from leading hybridizers.
Starter and Blooming Plants. Supplies.

Visitors Welcome — just 20 minutes from Little Rock

EvaWilbern Hwy. Ill

(501)847-0497 Alexander, AR 72002

PAT’S FLOWERLAND

Canadian originals By Pat Tracey. Exclusive
distributor of “DiB’s series”. Other major
hybridizers, fresh cut leaves.

Beginners’ Specials List 50(p coin

Box 237 Stroud Ont., Canada LOL 2M0

Beplvshipe

¥i©leLS

Complete list

of over 400 varieties — 50(p.

BERKSHIRE VIOLETS
Skyline Trail,
Chester, MA 01011

Authorized distributor of Fredette
Originals. The newest from Lyons,
Grangers, Leary, Maas, Hawley,
Fisher and others. This year we are
featuring leaves at $7.50 a dozen
postpaid!

Think Spring, order your catalog now
and choose some of the lovely new
beauties to spruce up your collec¬
tion.

no retail shipping or list. All Retail sales are made in greenhouses.

New Releases for Spring 1981

Frost Fire Rose Reverie Candyiand

Rose Sonnett Starlace Fiesta Friiis

Pink Bandmaster Peppermint Lace

For those who missed ordering Sammye Ballard may we suggest you try it with your next order? It is by
far the most superior Full Dbl White we have developed. We have been the Leader in the field of Whites
in the country. For vigor, stability and performance, either as a production variety or Show Specimen it
cannot be excelled.

Wholesale list available to the trade and Clubs upon request. Please include a self addressed (Stamped)
envelope with identification of your business. You are guaranteed clean healthy stock. We also offer
the best service available.

If you are looking for quality plants that are tested for trueness before they are released to the trade
that is what we try for. However once in a while a variety will go bad and not hold as true as it should be.
We try to eliminate it by trying it out for three generations. Our varieties consist of singles, doubles, and
semidbis, tailored and wavy foliage in shades of green, bred for symmetry and performance of bloom¬
ing habits. The blooms are in heavy clusters as large as any to be found and vary in many shades and
variegation. Your order is very carefully packed to reach you in good condition. Air freight shipping year
around, UPS May 1 - Nov. 1.

SJUHTPAUUA S^SCIAUSTS

Hugh Eyerdom & Son

1060 Wilbur Rd. Medina, OH 44256 Ph. 216-239-2349

Greenhouses are located 1 mi. east of Schools at Granger off Rt. 94. Open weekdays 8:00 - 5:00 except Sundays and Holidays

All Retail sales are made at Greenhouses only.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

86

AFRICAN VIOLETS

New 1981 listing. Over 600 varieties from
leading hybridizers. Variegates,
semiminiatures, miniatures, trailers, the
unusual. Leaves, cuttings, plants.
Catalog 50(p.

Authorized distributor for
Sandra Leary Wiliiams Hybrids

VIRGINIA PACILLI

124 Smith Street

Freeport, NY 1 1 520 (51 6) 868-9584

Maii order oniy

AFRICAN VIOLETS

by

Millie Hansen

1049 Marine Street
Clearwater, FL 33515
Telephone: (813) 442-7637

No Shipping No List

By Appointment Only

Bugtussle Violets

Authorized Distributor for Fredette Originals

The Fredette Originals get more outstanding every year. The Gorgeous Varieties this year include ']a-
neen' Best Seedling Award, AVSA Convention 1980, 'Bermuda High', 'Colibri', 'Candy Green', 'Dancin',
'Maui Magic', 'Plum Surprise', 'Music Man', 'Sarava', 'Sea Gypsy', 'Popsicle', 'Replique', etc.

As usual we have also added the cream of the crop from the other leading Hybridizers, Granger's
'Calais', 'Carnival', 'Tranquility', etc.; Lyon's 'Angel's Touch', 'Splish Splash', 'Kristi Marie', etc.; Reed's,
'Cajun Country', 'Flambeau', 'Pirate's Alley'; Swift's, 'Unpredictable', 2nd Best new Introduction AVSA
Con. 1980, 'Personality', 'My Sugar Pink', 'Winekin', etc. From others, 'Autumn Honey', 'My Blue
Heaven', and 'Swamp Fever', Best New Introduction AVSA 1980.

Spring List ready — Order early — 25<t and Large SASE Please.

Mrs. Keith Haywood
Phone 313-628-3478

5280 Haven Rd.
Leonard, Ml 48038

THE PREMIUM AFRICAN VIOLET FOOD! GRANNY’S BLOOMERS

“Spectacular results” “Won over 50 Blue Ribbons” “Never bloomed
before”“the best I’ve ever used for growth and blooms” “Hard to go back to
the old standbys now” “the difference is in the plant food”

ALL OF THESE COMMENTS ARE ON FILE AT CLAREL LABORATORIES
Granny’s Bloomers (0-6-5) African Violet bloomer. Helps produce taller, more
abundant, less fading and longer lasting blooms.

Jungle Juice (2-5-4) helps quickly establish stronger root, stem and foliage
systems. Greens-up, stimulates and vitalizes your house plants fast!

Cactus Juice (1-7-6) specifically for cactus and succulents. The only product
of its kind. Helps make your plants more vigorous and noticeably heathly.
Rootery specially filtered kelp to provide organic nourishment for cuttings,
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African Violet Magazine, January 1981

87

The House of Violets

Charlyne and Ralph Reed
936-940 Garland Street, SW
Camden, Arkansas 71701

SOMETHING NEW IS WAITING FOR YOUnil!!!

NEW BEAUTIES: OUR OWN HYBRIDS, READY FOR RELEASE IN APRIL, 1981

BIG ARKIE
CORAL ROSE
COLONIAL BELLE
COTTON QUEEN
DIXIE CHARM
DIXIE SNOW
FANCIFRILLS

FIRST PLACE
GLACIER BLUE
LILAC LADY
LOVEY MINE
LOWERY
MY STARS
OUR HOPE
VERY VERY

PLUM ROYAL
SOMETHING PRETTY
SUPER STARS
SWEET MAGIC
TAFFY

TOM EDWARD
VERY GRAPE

YOU WILL BE ABLE TO OBTAIN THESE FROM MANY GROWERS — “OUR PART¬
NERS” ACROSS THE USA.

CHECK THIS MAGAZINE FOR ADS -or- SEND SELF ADDRESSED STAMPED
ENVELOPE FOR LIST OF OUR PARTNERS SO YOU CAN DETERMINE YOUR BEST
SOURCE. WE WILL NOT BE SHIPPING IN 1981. THESE NEW VARIETIES WILL BE
AVAILABLE FROM OUR “PARTNERS” ONLY.

++++++++++++++++++++++4-+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

DON’T FORGET TO ORDER MOIST RITE PLANTERS FOR GROWING YOUR NEW
PLANTS. — REPOTTING — ROOTING YOUR LEAVES — OR PLANTING SEED.
SHIPPED DAILY YEAR-ROUND. ORDER BLANK BELOW IS FOR YOUR CON¬
VENIENCE.

Charlyne and Ralph Reed
936-940 Garland Street, SW
Dept J-81

Camden, Arkansas 71701
Phone (501) 836-3016

“MOIST-RITE” PLANTER (Circle color desired)

Please send us _ GREEN WHITE BLACK

(HOW MANY)

NAME _

ADDRESS _

CITY _ STATE _ ZIP

(Prices include postage and handling •— Subject to change without notice)

Singie Pianter _ .... _ _ _ $ 2.95

Carton of 6 . . . . . 15.25

Carton of 12 . 26.75

Carton of 24 . 46.00

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

88

Season's Greetings

from

SUSAN'S SWEETHEART VIOLETS

4367 Franklin Ave. (303) 669-4233

Loveland, CO 80537

POT CHART

25

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100

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All 3” to 5” pots have rolled edges to protect petioles.

3” Thriftee Labels 100 (white only) $ 1.00

4” Stake Labels 100 (white only) $1.50

ORDER DIRECTLY FROM THIS AD — ADD $2.50 Shipping
charge to each order. Plant list available Feb. 1, 1981 will in¬
clude 1981 releases from Granger, Rienhardt, Fredette,
Nadeau, Doris I. Bearman (DiB’s), Wayne Lindstrom and

others.

OUR NEW SPRING LIST
FOR 1981 IS NOW AVAILABLE
FRESH CUT AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES
Fredette, Leary, Reed, Champion, Lyon, Parson,
Granger and more.

Send 35^: for descriptive list.

McLESTER'S

AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES

308 Meadowood Circle, Kannapolis, NC 28081
Visitors Welcome by Appointment
(704 938-2609)

Leaves — Leaves — Leaves

Oldies, Goodies, “Newies”, Variegates, Mini’s,
Species, Wasps, Trailers and — IVIY OWN
HYBRIDS, including my SPECTACULAR MOM, BING
CHERRY FROST, EPICUREAN WINE, and many, many
more. List •— 50f (refundable, first order) Plus SAE.
Your choice — $8.00 Doz. My choice $6.00 Doz.
My own hybrids — $1.00 Ea. All Labelled. Gifts.

10% discount if received by March 1st.
PURPLE THUMB 343 Mac Arthur Ave.

201 -229-3442 Long Branch, N J 07740

African Violets — Mini Sinningias

New Spring List — 25€

Newest varieties of beautiful miniature
sinningias from Bartley Schwarz.

^etaljhishei^

P.O. Box 265, Belmont, CA 94002
formerly Alberta Flora

SANDRA LEARY HYBRIDS

NEW FOR SPRING

BERMUDA HIGH Soft shimmery lavender, dark purple
edge, fine white edge. Huge semidbl stars, good tai¬
lored show foliage.

CAPE HATTERAS Most brilliant fuchsia-red, glows neon¬
like under lights with even darker edge. Huge stars,
single yet so many. Dark green tailored show fol¬
iage.

MAYAN MAGIC Bright frosty pink 3 in. semidbl stars,
wide dark pink border and frilled green-white edge. Em¬
erald green show foliage.

GYPSY TRANCE Exquisite semidbl stars, light burgundy
with deep purple edge and ruffled fine white edge.
Strong tailored show foliage.

OCEAN MIST Full dbl stars, soft pink, huge blossoms —
big clusters. Dark tailored show foliage. Most impres¬
sive plant.

PIRATE’S RANSOM Enormous deep pink semidbl stars,
lightly ruffled edges, terrific tailored dark green foliage.
Grows LARGE — blooms heavily.

SUNCOASTER Huge candy pink lightly ruffled and fluted
dbl stars, bright yellow stamens, very floriferous on
dark quilted tailored show foliage.

TRADEWINDS Frosted lilac fluted semidbl star with deep
purple tips. Excellent tailored foliage, exciting show
plant!

BOCA GRANDE One of the most commanding show
plants ever! Tremendous 3 inch rich pink semidbl stars
— bronze green dark foliage, tailored and symmetrical,
one of heaviest bloomers yet, grows large fast.

BETTY TERRY (Fall 1980) Gorgeous red ruffled semidbis
with fine white edge. Mass of velvety blooms over dark
tailored show foliage. Elegant!

Order from ad or send 30^ for List and Fertilizing Guide for Prize Violets. Orders postmarked before
March 1 will receive an extra surprise bonus. Plants $2.75, Leaves $1.00. Minimum order $11. Add $2.50
Shipping and Handling for orders up to $25 plus 10% of amount over $25. Florida residents add 4%
Sales Tax. Shipping Priority Air Mail April to November.

Visitors by Appointment

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

89

Temptations
for
1981

— Starter plants $2.75 pp, leaves,

PARTNER IN REED’S HOUSE OF VIOLETS: 1981 releases
90(p pp.

BIG ARKIE: slightly fringed large purple dbl on symm drak green red backed fol.

CORAL ROSE: big coral pink fluted dbl on well shaped dark red backed fol.

COLONIAL BELLE: 2” plus medium pink — deeper shading in center. Good bloomer.

COTTON QUEEN: good fringed pure white dbl. Medium green fol.

DIXIE CHARM: very dbl dark magenta (lavender backed) fringed bloom, purple splashes. Well shaped slightly
elongated fol.

DIXIE SNOW: large slightly bell shaped white stars over medium green fol.

FANCIFRILL: 2y2” plus lavender blooms with fantasy splashes and geneva edge. A honey of a plant.

FIRST PLACE: big fringed velvety reddish purple dbl. Large grower.

GLACIER BLUE: large clusters of light to medium blue blooms, some white on tips

LILAC LADY: dbl lavender, some deeper color on tips plus tiny speckles of purple over medium green fol.

LOVELY MINE: a bouquet of big deep pink fringed dbis over light fol.

LOWERY: deeper tips and a sprinkling of fantasy on big lavender fringed blooms.

MY STARS: gorgeous pink fringed dbl with lavender overlay and a wide band of lavender on petal edge. Looks like stars
on stars.

OUR HOPE: glittering big pink dbl on well shaped fol. Good bloomer.

PLUM ROYAL: fluted plum dbl, some shading. Slightly spooned var. fol.

SOMETHING PRETTY: big dbl blue and white (varies), large dark quilted fol.

SUPER STARS: dark reddish violet with side darker fringed edge dbl.

SWEET MAGIC: fringed lavender semidbl, some fantasy. Grows large.

TAFFY: frosted palest of pink dbl, hint of peach on edges. Light green fol.

TOM EDWARD: fluted light blue dbl, some darker tips.

VERY GRAPE: deep velvety fringe purple dbl on good Tommie Lou fol.

VERY VERY: fringed shaded medium to dark pink dbl. Very, very pretty.

DISTRIBUTOR FOR SIDNEY GROENEMAN (Sooner State Violet Nursery) - hybridizer of
AUTUMN HONEY, 1979 AVSA best seedling winner. 1981 releases — starter plants, $2.75 pp,
leaves, 90<i: pp.

Amy Trenna
‘Autumn Beauty
‘Autumn Embers
Captain Flash

Ashley’s Promise ‘Chianti

‘Autumn Little Priss ‘Kiowa

‘Autumn’s Stormy Weather ‘Kiss Me Pink

‘Cherokee Sunrise Dancin’ Fool

‘Sandia Rose
Sea Hawk
Smoque Beau
Pink Fling

Seeker’s Harmony
Seeker’s Pleasure
Souther Ivory
Trish’s Promise

BARBARA SISK (Violets c/o Cookie) hybridizer of SWAMP FEVER, best seedling, 1980 AVSA
convention. LEAVES ONLY, 90(i: pp.

‘Swamp Fever Carnival Ball ‘Jambolaya ‘Rebel Rouser ‘Cajun Country

‘Spanish Moss ‘Marie Knoblock ‘Barbara Sisk Tiggy Wiggy ‘Cajun Delight

‘Java ‘Absinthe House ‘Lucky Ducky ‘Jazz Time Cafe Au Lait

* denotes variegated leaf

All other varieties: starter plants, $2.25 pp, leaves, 75(i; pp.

SUSAN’S VIOLETS: Cherry Pie, ‘Bonnie Leigh, ‘Bethanne, Teacher’s Pet, Sangria Wine, Tyler Rose, ‘Mixed Emotions,
Desert Night, ‘Tiddly Winks, ‘Pearly Splashes, ‘Heavenly Daze.

LYONS: Darth Vadar, Star Wars, Vibrant Val, Kristie Marie, Tasty Treat, Tempie
NADEAU: Applause, ‘Big Time, ‘Topper, Spring Fling, Mistie Rose, ‘Wilma Lou

Also the best of Utz, Granger, Leary, Maas, Fredette, Baker, Swift, and Reed.

MINIMUM ORDER: 5 starter plants or 12 leaves. Prices include all shipping and handling
costs. Shipped by US PRIORITY AIR MAIL. Mich, residents all 4% sales tax. Orders filled in
order received.

Order direct from ad or send 35c for complete list including supplies.

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

90

“FREDETTE ORIGINALS’

“HIGHTOWER HYBRIDS”

VIOLET NOOK

Geoi^s & Dariane Hightower

2710 S. 96th E. PL. • (918) 6274896 • TULSA, OK 74129
Visitors Welcome ■— No Shipping
Standards - Mini’s - Trailers - Variegates
By Many Hybridizers - Supplies
AUTHORIZED FREDETTE DISTRIBUTOR

POPULATION EXPLOSION!

(January Clearance Sale)
SPECIAL: 10% off on all plant sales.
Plus 100’s at reduced prices.
Speciality new & unusual varieties.
Sale prices in effect Jan. 17-25, 9-5
P.M.

Phone for directions
414-499-3877 Pat Robinson Piants

1641 Bruce Lane
Green Bay, Wl 54303

The African Violetry

FEATURING

VIOLETS IN BLOOM

ALL SIZE PLANTS AVAILABLE

DISTRIBUTOR — FREDETTE ORIGINALS
also REED “HOUSE OF VIOLETS” PARTNER

Over 900 varieties from all leading hybridizers
— Many Texas hybridized piants available.

ALL SUPPLIES — LIGHTING EQUIPMENT
OUR OWN SOIL

FLORA CARTS IN STOCK

926 East 14th Open Tues-Sat

Houston, Texas 77009 10:00 to 5:00

713-862-5018 Closed Sun & Mon

NO SHIPPING NO LIST

ENTER YOUR
PLANTS iN
1981

AVSA CONVENTION
WIN A
FLORACART

For the Finest in Indoor Gardening !

EIVJOY A FLORACART

World’s Finest Portable Indoor Garden
For use with Rapid Start Fluorescent Lights!

FloraCart is the original, most popular movable unit for easy in¬
door gardening! Raise luxurious African violets . . . force spring
flowering bulbs and get strong plant from all seeds and cuttings!
NOW every FloraCart comes with beautiful molded fiberglass
trays (19"x49"x1 Va ... lightweight and strong, easy to keep
clean, and impervious to moisture, chemicals, and weather!
Choose from two FloraCart models: 3 Trays, $140.10; 2 Trays,
$104.05 (Light Fixtures additional.) Rugged lifetime construction
of aluminum tubing. Has smart new decorator type 2V4” casters.
For the heavy-duty 4” casters shown in picture, add $3.75. Equip
your FloraCart with Combolite fixture designed especially for
flower culture, combining incandescent and fluorescent lights,
proves superior to either one alone!

1953- Mrs. Ronald B. Beaume, Detroit, Michigan

1954- Mrs. E. L. Perdue, Donaldson, Tennessee

1955- Rev. Harold L. Thompson, Birmingham, Michigan

1956- Mrs. L. A. Beck, St. Joseph, Missouri

1957- Mrs. J. R. Bush, Munice, Kansas

1958- Mrs. Edward Casey, Rochester, New York

1959- Mrs. Clarence Kudar, Bowling Green, Ohio

1960- Mrs. Alexander R. Colyer, Bridgewaters, New York

1961- Mrs. Joseph Trost, Indianapolis, Indiana

1962- Mrs. J. W. Shuey, Richmond, California

1964- Mrs. George Phillips, Arlington, Texas

1965- E. D. Wyke, Columbus, Indiana

1966- Mrs. Johnny Majorana, Miami, Florida

1967- Mrs. Karl C. Ohison, Lynn, Massachusetts

1969- Mrs. Wallace Behnke, Neward, Delaware

1970- Mrs. Frank Luedtke, Racine, Wisconsin

1971- Mr. and Mrs. John Gutridge, Sun City, California

1973- Mrs. Irene Fiedler, Prescott, Wisconsin

1974- Brother Blaise, Harrisville, Rhode Island

1975- Elizabeth Behnke, Neward, Delaware

1976- Miss Rachelle Yerger, Tallahassee, Florida

1977- Tom E. Toms, Bossier City, Louisiana

1978- Mrs. L. F. Lidiak, Austin, Texas

1979- Retta Hamilton, Longmont, Colorado

1980- Jon and Lee Alexander, New Orleans, Louisiana

Write today for illustrated catalog. When
you order, send check, money order or
use Master Charge, Bank Americ|u-d, or
VISA. Give number.

Ohio residents add SVi % Sales Tax

HOME GROW PRODUCTS
8000 BAKER AVE.
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44102

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

91

SEASON’S GREETINGS

LYNDON LYON GREENHOUSES, INC.

“Where the Violets are!”

FREE Choose Any One FREE

Order now for spring delivery and receive one rooted cutting or starter plant (FREE)
of the following per each order of 6 plants or rooted cuttings AT LAST YEAR’S
PRICES!!!!

BLUE

HUG ME — Double purple stars hug¬
ging standard green foliage.
SHYNESS — Dbl. purple firs., often
blushed with white above Tommie
Lou’ foliage.

DARTH VADER — Huge white stars
with wide purple edges; standard
foliage.

PINK

LOVES CHARM — Clusters of dbl.
pink firs, charm this plant; standard
foliage.

DISCO DANCIN’ ~ Dbl. fantasy, dan¬
cin’ with pink n’ purple atop tailored
foliage.

FROSTED DELIGHT — Dbl. pink firs.,
frosted with Tommie Lou’ foliage.

RED

RAVING RED — Dynamite red dbl.
firs, in a raving cluster above drk.
foliage.

MISTY ROSE — Rosy red, dbl. firs,
above nicely scalloped foliage.
SATIN SASSY — Sassy new red,
semidbl. firs, on red-backed foliage.

WHITE & ORCHID

FRINGED CHARM — Dbl. white firs,
fringed with purple and green above
scalloped leaves.

MORNING SONG — Awakening bou¬
quets of dbl. white firs, above
semimin. foliage.

LILAC GEM — Dbl. lilac firs,
splashed with purple; red-backed
foliage.

TRAILERS

MELODY TRAIL — A melody of dbl.
pink firs, cascading over perfect
foliage.

ICY TRAIL ~ Icy white, wild firs,
covering dark foliage.

BUCKEYE TRAIL — Dbl. blue firs,
trailing over dark foliage.

MINIATURES

LITTLE ECHO — Wild fuchsia firs,
stand tall above dark, red-backed
foliage.

TWIKI Semidbl. purple firs,
reaching out above small foliage.
TWINKIE — Loads of dbl. white and
purple firs, on tailored foliage.

Prices include all costs including AIR MAIL for first priority. Six or more plants or
rooted cuttings $3.49 each; less than 6 at $3.99 each ~ Minimum order is 2 plants
or rooted cuttings. This offer closes Feb. 28.

Shipping season is from May 1 to Nov. 1.

NO SHIPPING OVERSEAS

NOTICE: Rooted cuttings are double size on orders totalling 6 or more.

Send stamp for full color list.

LYNDON LYON GREENHOUSES, INC.

14 Mutchler St. Dolgeville, NY 13329 Phone: (315) 429-8291

Open Daily 8 A.M.-6 P.M.

HAPPY NEW YEAR

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

92

JEWELL’S VIOLET BOUTIQUE

starter and Blooming Plants
E. CLEOPATRA & PINK BROCADE
No Shipping

VISITORS WELCOME BUT CALL FIRST
(703) 451-4020

8009 Grayson St. Springfield, VA 221 50

GLOXINIAS, SINNINGIAS,
EPISCIAS, AFRICAN VIOLETS:

All are Gesneriads, a family of
fascinating flowering houseplants.

Join:

Membership includes a subscription
to The Gloxinian magazine (6 issues)
and a copy of the “How To Grow”
pamphlet.

$7.00 Single Membership
$8.00 Family Membership

Please send check or money order to:
Ms. Jeanne Morton, Membership Society
Dept. AV80 RO. Box 312
Ayer, MA 01432

Susan’s Violets

2447 Gus Thonnasson
Dallas, Texas 75228
214-328-0088

Introducing for spring shipping:

New varieties from Susan’s Violets,
Swifts’, Reed’s House of Violets, Bill
Foster, and a few old favorites. Ship¬
ping begins April 1st. Starter plants
are $2.95 per plant including postage
for Air Mail priority. Minimum order is
four plants. Send legal sized S.A.S.E.
for complete descriptive list.

Also shipping
Susan’s African Violet
Plant Food, 4-10-6.

For retail, wholesale, or
club discount information, SASE.

808 North Sonoita Avenue Tucson, Arizona 8571 1

FRESH CUT AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES
Dates Wasps, Grangers, Norma Butler,
Arndt, Bronson, Fredette,
other leading Hybridizers. 1981 List 35^

Violets At The Ernsfs

221 S.E. 70th St Gainesville, FL 32601
904-376-8655

VIOLETS AND SINNINGIAS — SASE

Concentrated. High Analysis — All
Purpose — 10-15-10 "Starts and
Feeds" all Plants Indoors and
Outdoors.

Available at your store or send
$1 25 lor 5' .oz. $2 50 tor l2oz
tincludes mailing)

"Schultz-Instant”

SOLUBLE FERTILIZER

20-30-20

Concentrated. High Analysis — All
Purpose — 20-30-20 crystals. Grows
Vegetables. Flowers. Roses. Trees.
Shrubs. Lawns. Etc., in Yards
Gardens. Greenhouses.

Available at your store or send
$8.95 for 5 lb (includes mailing).

SCHULTZ CO St. Louis. MO 63

SEND ^OR OUR FUND RAISING OFFER

Peeler’s African Violets

Mr. & Mrs. B. P. Peeler, Jr.

Hidden Lake — Route 2
Lawndale, NC 28090

Call 704-538-9271

Distributor “Fredette Originals”

4” pots —

finished . . $3.00 Pre-finished . . $2.00
See us at

Southern Living Show Charlotte, NC
Feb. 28^Mar. 8

No list No shipping
Self addressed stamped envelope
for answer

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

93

the

JWfOLET
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(904) 377-8465

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Violet Special

2.00

5-50- 17

12 oz.

•Variegated Special

2.00

20-20-20

16 oz

General Purpose

2.00

10-30-20

16 oz

Blossom Booster
(Drchids

2.00

18-18-18

16 oz.

General Purpose

2.00

15-30-15

16 oz.

House Plant Special

2.00

1

Plastic

Marking

Labels

3 " (100) $1.25
4" (100) $1.75

White

Only

Specials

Plastic Trays - Horticultural (No Holes)

Excellent- for rooting plants or holding plants
25'/2 ■' X 13'/)>'' X 37'® ' deep • white or green ■ $2.50 each or 10 for $22.50

Books

Mother Nature's Secrets. 341 Popular House Plants and How to Care for Them " ■ color ■ $3.00
"African Violets and Related Plants " ■ color • $3.00

Peat Pots - Nested Transplant Pots

2'/4 ' round 12 pots $ .60 or 60 pots ■ $2.80 • 3 " round ■ 8 pots $ .60 or 40 pots $2.80

6” Round Tub Planter With Snap on Saucer

Each

10

25

100

Green or White

$ .30

$2.90

$6.75

$25.00

Potting Materials

* Please Note:

Due to the bulkiness of Soil. Perlite and Vermiculite,
1 am able to ship only a total of 8 gallons of any one or
combination of these three items with each order.

• Violet House Potting Soil . . .

. 1 gallon

$ .75

* Perlite .

. 1 gallon

.75

♦ Vermiculite .

. 1 gallon

.75

Dolomite Limestone .

. 1 pound

.75

Charcoal .

. 12 ounces

.89

Sphagnum Peat Moss .

. '/4 cubic foot

2.20

Canadian Peat Moss .

. 2 gallons

2.25

Fish Emulsion .

. 10 ounces, liquid

1.40

Leaf Shine & Cleaner .

. . . . 8 fluid ounces

1.40

(With Sprayer)

House Plant Insect .

. 6'/4 av. oz.

1.50

(Spray Aerosol)

Shipping Charges

Minimum Order $7.50 plus Shipping

Shipping Charge (48 states) . 2.25

Florida residents only add 4% sales tax

Hawaii and Alaska . $5.00

Canada ((J.S. Funds Only) . $7.50

All other countries . Actual Cost

8” Hex Planter With Snap on Saucer & Hanger

Each

10

25

100

White, Green or Gold

$ .90

$8.00

$18.00

$65.00

The Violet House

P.O. Box 1274 Gainesville, Florida 32601
1 5 S.E. 4th Ave. Phone (904) 377-8465

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

94

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FRESH CUT LEAVES: $7.50 Dozen
MINIMUM ORDER — 1 Dozen

ROOTED CUTTINGS: $3.25 Each

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SANDRA LEARY HYBRIDS

BERMUDA HIGH (new)

SUNCOASTER (new)

CARIBBEAN TREASURE

BERRY TERRY (new)

KEY WEST

CAPE HATTERAS (new)

TRADEWINDS (new)
BOCA GRANDE (new)

(new)

ISLANDER (new)

LARGO

MAYAN MAGIC (new)

PEPPERMINT FOG

SANIBEL

BUBBLE GUM

GYPSY TRANCE (new)

SEA DAWN (new)

BOURBON STREET (new)

BAHAMA MAMA

COCO PLUM

OCEAN MIST (new)

SEA WYFE (new)

SPANISH GALLEON

CREOLE QUEEN (new)

HIGH ADVENTURE

PIRATES RANSOM (new)

COCONUT FROST (new)

(new)

SANDCASTLER (new)
PENNY BRENNER (new)

MARIPOSA

DISTANT THUNDER

‘REIGNING VIOLETS’ OWN INTRODUCTIONS FOR 1981

POCONO FIRE BALL — It's red hot!! Deep red doubles on dark, smooth foliage. Foliage lays flat and grows very symmetrical.

MOUNTAIN MAN ■— Large deep blue semidoubles on tailored Tommie Lou’ foliage. Grows large.

LADY VIVIAN — Bright pink semidouble and doubles with slightly ruffled edge. Dark, wavy foliage Is variegated with light green, cream

and tan.

Grows large.

GRANGER GARDENS

PEPPERMINT LACE (new)

ROSE SONNET (new)

LAVENDER BAND-

ETUDE (new)

ARTIC BLIZZARD (new)

COTILLION (new)

CARNIVAL (new)

MASTER (new)

STARTLER

WHITE CRUSADER (new)

NORMANDY (new)

CAPRI (new)

FROSTFIRE (new)

ROSE JUBILEE (new)

WHITE BOUNTY (new)

PINK ILLUSION (new)

CORAL SUNSET (new)

TRANQUILITY (new)

WINTER FANTASY (new)

RUSSETONE (new)

CORAL CELEBRITY (new)

SAMMYE BALLARD (new)

RED SUNRISE (new)

CARMINE (new)

BLUE VICEROY (new)

MAHOGANY BELLE (new)

ASPEN PINK (new)

ROSEMARIE (new)

SUPER PINK (new)

MON AMI (new)

CALAIS (new)

PINK BANDMASTER

ORCHID FIESTA (new)

AMIGO (new)

SPRINGTIME (new)

(new)

MARDI GRAS (new)

QUALITY

VIOLETS FROM FISHER OF

CANADA

ANDELA HEI-NING (new)

GREEN LADY (new)

RALPH (new)

APRICOT SILK (new)

KATHLEEN ANN (new)

CAROLYN (new)

GRETCHEN (new)

RICHARD (new)

APRIL (new)

MOUNT ABU (new)

DEBRA (new)

HEIDI (new)

SYLVIA (new)

ARLENE ALICE (new)

OLD ROSE (new)

ELLEN MARIE (new)

IDA (new)

TIMOTHY (new)

GREEN BAND (new)

RED BALLET (new)

ELLY-CEE (new)

NORA (new)

WALTER JAMES (new)

JOANNE CORA (new)

TYPHOO (new)

ESTELLE (new)

PAT (new)

ADAM SCOTT (new)

JULIA LYNN (new)

WHITE CLIFFS (new)

‘LEONE — It’s so special, we had to take the space to tell you about it — Leone is a deep reddish plum SPLASHED with pink. The foliage

is very dark and grows very symmetrical. WE think it’s a real winner!

REEDS HOUSE OF VIOLETS ~ Leaves only

BIG ARKIE(new)

CORAL ROSE (new)

DIXIE SNOW (new)

LOVEY MINE (new)

SOMETHING PRETTY

PINK LEMONADE

FANCIFRILL (new)

LOWERY (new)

(new)

JUNE SWIFT

COLONIAL BELLE (new)

FIRST PLACE (new)

MY STARS (new)

SUPER STARS (new)

DENVER BELLE

COTTON QUEEN (new)

GLACIER BLUE (new)

OUR HOPE (new)

SWEET MAGIC (new)

MRS. IKE

DIXIE CHARM (new)

LILAC LADY (new)

PLUM ROYAL (new)

VERY GRAPE (new)
VERY VERY (new)

BIG TEX

SOONER STATE VIOLET NURSERY - Leaves only

PINK FLING (new)

AUTUMN HONEY

SEEKERS’ HARMONY

CAPTAIN FLASH (new)

DANCIN’ FOOL (new)

ASHLEY’S PROMISE

AUTUMN EMBER (new)

(new)

SEEKERS’ PLEASURE

AUTUMN’S STORMY

(new)

AUTUMN BEAUTY (new)

SMOQUE BEAU (new)

(new)

WEATHER (new)

SOUTHERN IVORY (new)

KISS ME PINK (new)

SANDIA ROSE (new)

KIOWA (new)

SEA HAWK (new)

CHIANTI (new)

AUTUMN’S LITTLE PRISS

CHEROKEE SUNRISE

TRISHA’S PROMISE (new)

(new)

(new)

CHAMPION

CATHERINE HAWLEY

CONSTANTINOV

BERRY SPLASH (new)

PURPLE VELVET (new)

MAINE MIST (new)

PACOMEE (new)

RED BLUFF

DOTTED SWISS (new)

AMETHYST SPARKS

MAINE DAWN (new)

SPIFFY

BLUE HAWAII

LACY TRINKET (new)

BLUE SUEDE

MAINE EVENT (new)

MARGARET MILLER

FROSTED BLUE

MIDGET CORSAGE (new)

SPATTER

MAINE MAID (new)

(new)

CHERRY SUNDAE

SILVER CRINKLES (new)

SILVER FRECKLES

COZY HARBOR (new)

WENDY

BLUE AND GOLD

MIDGET RICRAC (new)

HEAVENLY HALO

MIDNIGHT KISS

KELLY

FOUNTAIN REVERIE

CAPE COD

TRAILING VIOLETS

MINIATURE VIOLETS

FRATHELS

RAMBLIN’ LAVENDER

TWILIGHT TRAIL (new)

PIP SQEEK

TASTY TREAT (new)

JOSHUA HORN

(new)

SMOKEY TRAIL

CUDDLE UP

LITTLE MO

HANDPICKED

FANCY TRAIL

ARTIC TRAIL

TIGGY WINKLE (new)

WEE ADMIRATION

SPANISH GERANIUM

TATTLE TRAIL (new)

SANTE FE TRAIL

THUMBLES

LITTLE BO PEEP

KING OF BLUES

RAMBLIN’ PINK (new)

MELLOW TRAIL

CALICO KITTEN

BABY FINGERS

PEACH PARFAIT

TRAILS DELIGHT

LYNDON LYON

DARTH VADAR (new)

SPLISH SPLASH (new)

FRINGED CHARM (new)

VIBRANT VAL(new)

TRIPLE THREAT

ECHOES OF PINK (new)

STAR WARS (new)

FROSTED DELIGHT (new)

WISHING (new)

SWEET HONESTY

DISCO DANCIN’ (new)

KRISTI MARIE (new)

BY REQUEST (new)

TEMPIE (new)

FLORAL FANTASY

RAVING RED (new)

GO WILD (new)

RED WOD

DIXIE MELODY

HIDDEN TREASURE

EDGE OF ELOQUENCE

SATIN MAUVE (new)

DYN-O-MITE

DAINTY CHARM (new)

TINTED FRILLS

(new)

DISCO DAZZLER (new)

RUNNING WILD (new)

CORAL FLING (new)

LOVES CHARM (new)

RADIANT STAR

DELICATE LOVE (new)

SMOKEY LOVE (new)

STAR PERFORMER

SHIMMERING STAR

MY DESIRE

COLOR WONDER

COUNTRY COUSIN

TUTTIE FRUTTI (new)

SWEET CHARMER

ROYAL EDGE

SWIFTS

ARNDT

BECK

ANNALEE

KOLB

FRENCH LILAC

RASPBERRY REVEL

ANNE THERESA (new)

CREOLE (new)

MARDI GRAS (new)

GREEN ICE

CATS MEOW

YULETIDE CANDLE

SEA URCHIN BEACH

PEACH LACE

DUTCH STARS

CHRISTMAS BEAUTY

(new)

SPARKLY PLENTY

MIDNIGHT MADNESS

HILL COUNTRY

EXOTIC DELIGHT

SAN GREGORIO (new)

AUGUST MOON (new)

SHAYNA

BETCHA

JACQUERIE

DIANA ROSS (new)

THE REDHEAD

STATELINER

GRAPE ARBOR

PLUM BRANDY

TERRY’S FAVORITE (new)
MARTHA LOUISE (new)

CUPIE DOLL

WILD LEMON

MAX MAAS

LORENZEN

HORTENSE

ARNDT

ANGELA (new)

SUNSET

BLUE POODLE (new)

NOVELLE

INDIAN PAINT

SCARLET O’HARA (new)

BECKY

AUNT ANN (new)

GRANDE WILLIE

COLUMBIA VIEW

MARK

JASON

SWEET MARY

TWILIGHT

BRILLIANT SUNSET

TINA

THE KING

VERN’S SWINGER

HIAWATHA

MARBLE MOUNTAIN

CARA MIA

RUFFLED RED

MRS. GREG

STACY

PORTS OF CALL

CELINE

ROSEBUD

VERN’S GIANT ORCHID

CLOUD NINE

EASTER JOY

WE ARE SHIPPING LEAVES, ONLY, ALL WINTER TO SOUTHERN STATES. ALL OTHER SHIPPING STARTS APRIL 15, 1981. PLEASE

ALLOW 4 TO 6 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY. YOUR CANCELLED CHECK SERVES AS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND WILL SHOW YOUR SHIP-

PING NUMBER ON THE

REVERSE. PLEASE LIST SOME SECOND CHOICES. WE WILL NOT SUBSTITUTE UNLESS ABSOLUTELY

NECESSARY, BUT WE DO RESERVE THE RIGHT TO SUBSTITUTE.

PA RESIDENTS PLEASE ADD 6% STATE SALES TAX. ALL ORDERS ARE SHIPPED FIRST CLASS MAIL POSTPAID. IF YOU DESIRE

SPECIAL DELIVERY, PLEASE ADD $2.50.

ALL LEAVES AND ROOTED CUTTINGS ARE LIMITED TO ONE EACH PER VARIETY.

COMPLETE DESCRIPTIVE LIST OF OVER 2,000 VARIETIES AVAILABLE FOR SHIPPING IS $1.00 (VOLS. 1 & II) IF YOU HAVE OUR 1980 LIST

(VOL 1), JUST SEND 50®

FOR VOL. II. VOLUME I!

CONTAINS ONLY THE NEW ADDITIONS FOR 1981.

APPROXIMATE 400 MORE

1 VARIETIES.

_

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

95

AFRICAN VIOLETS

Starter Plants F. C. Leaves

Many varieties from leading hybridizers
Irene Fredette Distributor
Send 35® for complete listing

C. K. HOLLEY

35 Noble Street Coxsackle, N.Y. 12051

ITS NEW -ITS GREAT -ITS SUPER

ITS

SUPER SOIL SUBSTANCE

(The Soilless Potting Mix Mixer)

One pound bag makes 6 gallons of the best potting mix your plants ever
lived in'

SUPER SOIL SUBSTANCE contains 27 important ingredients to insure great
plant growth- If purchased seperate could cost well over $100 00 SUPER
SOIL SUBSTANCE is complete- just add the one pound bag to -(locally pur¬
chased) 3-2-1 - Mix- 3 gallons sphagnum Peat Moss, 2 gallons Vermiculite 1
gallon Perl-lite-mix dry-add Va to % gallon water and in 30 days you’re
ready to pot up your plants.

Nothing else to buy - We ask you to test it against what you are now using -
If not satisfied- We’ll refund your full purchased price on SUPER SOIL
SUBSTANCE)

You can wick feed your plants as usual - feed Va strength as usual - Nothing
different -except the results AND WE GUARANTEE IT!

ORDER DIRECT & SAVE

1 Pound trial size $3.95 makes 6 gallons

6 Pound Bags $19.95 makes 36 gallons

12 Pound Bags $39.00 makes 72 gallons

Order Direct From: Violets Galore of Georgia
3482 Misty Valley Road
Decatur, Georgia 30032

Yes, we pay the freight — (allow 4 weeks for delivery) — Single
bag orders add 50«t to cover handling 2 or more no extra
charge. Georgia residents add 4% state sales tax.

OFFER EXTENDED

"Schultz-Instant”

concentrated soluble

ilizer

20-30-20

with Model 5 “MiXERATOR YARD GUN”

The patented non-clogging “Mixerator” Yard
Gun makes application easy on large areas.

Available at your store or send $8.95 with this
ad for 5 lbs Schultz Fertilizer plus a $2.95
“Mixerator” Free. (Estate Size 25 lbs with 2
“Mixerators” $33.00. Free delivery.

Extended, limited offer. immediate shipment.

Schultz Company

•Dept.

11730 Northline, St. Louis, MO 63043

AFRICAN VIOLETS
PLANTS, STARTERS, LEAVES.

OVER 1000 VARIETIES INCLUDING
MINIATURES AND TRAILERS
LIST 500

THE GREEN ACRE

820 W. Northwest Hwy. Barrington, IL 60010

Phone: 312-382-1418

VICTORIAN VIOLETS

FRESH CUT LEAVES ONLY
GROWN WITH “OLD FASHIONED” QUALITY,
SHIPPED WITH “OLD FASHIONED” CARE.

SEND 15<p STAMP FOR 1981 LIST

15005 Dewey Avenue
Onnaha, NE 68154

AFRICAN VIOLETS

Fresh-cut leaves. List $1 .00

Dean Enterprises, Dept. A-1
P.O. Box 6085 Jasper, TX 75951

Betty’s African Violets

starter Plants Fresh Cut Leaves

Popular Varieties
by Leading Hybridizers

List .35 Visitors Welcome

1604 East 17th Street (Please call ahead)

Farmington, NM 87401 505-325-3422

AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES

Specializing in Unusual Multicolor
and Fantasy Blossoms,
including those beauties from

ELLA RIESLING

• Bleeding Heart - Semidouble white star with
red-orchid splashes. Flat girl foliage. Standard.

• Ice Palace - Semidouble white with pink
variations. Flat girl foliage. Standard.

• About Face - Double ruffled orchid geneva.
Plain foliage. Standard.

• Winter Skies - Soft double white with
lavender and green shadings. Plain, dark green
foliage. Standard.

ALSO: Lyon, Granger Gardens, Baker,
Leari;, Fredette, Dattaio, etc.

LIST .25^ (coin) U.S.A. ONLY

JEANNE P. BOHN

P. O. BOX 174 HYGIENE, COLORADO 80533

African Violet Magazine, January 1981

96

nnalee V/ioletry

The Source

Established 1960

29^50 214th Place

(212) 224-3376

Bayside, NY 11360

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL

ORDER DIRECT FROM THIS AD and take a 10% discount on all orders over $30.00.
This EARLY BIRD SPECIAL offer is good for all orders received by us before March
1, 1981, v/hen the offer expires.

This offer is for starter plants at $3.25 or rooted clumps at $4.50, or fresh cut leaves at $1 .30, or as show/n. Price includes all costs. Order
fresh cut leaves separately. MINIMUM order 4 plants or rooted clumps or 10 fresh cut leaves. In order to expedite shipment, if substitutes
are not given we will substitute at our discretion.

Shipment is made via air, priority mail or UPS Blue Label as is appropriate to provide fastest service. Shipping starts approximately May
1st, depending on weather. Include your street address when ordering.

Complete list of hundreds of cultivars, new, old and unusual is available for 50$.

VALENCIA (GG) very special cultivar, white with blue/lavender center stripe in each blossom petal, tailored foliage
makes a large show plant super unusual — plants only in bloom $20.00 each — NO DISCOUNT

STANDARD AND SHOW PLANTS

BLACK ACE (RN) dbl plum purple deepest color,
edged in pale blue, black green plain fol, large show
plant

CAPTAIN FLASH (SG) dbl deep pink, full rolled edge
of green, quilted bright green foliage, rosette form¬
ing, large show plant

COPPER CHERRY (AV) dbl stars brilliant red coral,
outstanding color, plain rosette forming foliage,
floriferous

ECHOES OF PINK (LL) very frilled dbl white stars out¬
side petals edged in green inner petals edged in
pink, slightly wavy fol

ELKA (MM) white with dark blue ruffled edges, extra
full dbl, triple better describes it, slight wavy fol

GYPSY TRANCE (SL) semidbl stars, llte burgundy
deep purple edge, ruffled fine white edge, plain fol¬
iage, striking

LINDSEY ANN (LL) dbl stars peachy pink with tawny
edge, green to white ricrac edge plain foliage, dif¬
ferent

MAYAN MAGIC (SL) 3” semidbl stars frosty pink,
wide dark pink border with frilled green to white
edge, emerald foliage

ORCHID FIESTA (GG) lite lavender edged in deep
orchid and again in white 7-10 buds per bim stalk,
strong foliage

PINK BANDMASTER (GG) 2y2-3” very frilly dbl bims,
pretty floriferous wavy foliage, great show plant

NORMANDY (GG) deep rosy pink dbl blending to
ruffled white to green edge, slightly wavy foliage

TRANQUILITY (GG) big semidbl to single white bIms,
heavily ruffled with vibrant pink, wavy foliage show
plant

TRAILERS

BUCKEYE TRAIL (LL) dbl blue semimin trailer com¬
pact growing, heavy blooming

ICY TRAIL (LL) pretty white dbl bims in profusion on
compact small leaf trailer

RAMBLIN’ PINK. (EC) dbl pink in profusion, on lovely
variegated foliage, grows with good form

TORCHY LOU (HR) deep dark pink on T/L fol showing
lotsa pink, forms well heavy bimer

VARIEGATED FOLIAGE VARIETIES
BILLIE BLUE (BF) vibrant medium blue dbl floriferous,
slightly wavy T/L foliage, lotsa pink, easy growing
medium size show plant
FROST FIRE (GG) dbl big red, heavy biming
FROSTED DELIGHT (LL) rosy fuchsia dbl on T/L fol¬
iage, plain, rosette forming
RARE VINTAGE (HR) shades of purple and wine full
dbl heavy blooming, slightly wavy T/L fol. with pink
RED HOT LOU (RN) large semidbl bright red stars in
big clusters, T/L pink and cream fol., big show plant
SANDIA ROSE (SG) dbl ruffled watermelon pink, T/L
plain foliage, makes super show plant
MINIATURES AND SEMI MINIATURES
ANGEL FACE (AV) shades of mauve and purple with
green edge, blooms explode on top of plain foliage
AUTUMN’S LITTLE PRISS (SG) dbl pink and fuchsia
blooms on rosette forming semimin T/L plain fol¬
iage, a real doll

ED’S PINK LOVE (EA) fringed carnation dbl bIm edged
in hot pink, wavy serrated foliage, perfect symme¬
try, semimin

ED’S REDHEAD (EA) large bright red fringed dbl bims,
serrated wavy foliage, perfect symmetry, s/m show
plant

BAHAMIAN SUNSET (EB) dbl rosy pink shaded to
white edge with dogwood tips, dark tailored foliage,
loads of bloom

MIDGET CORSAGE (EC) dbl white, blue center and
markings, very floriferous, tiny rosette forming fol¬
iage, cream variegation

MELISSA (Lex) dbl clear pink bims, perfect symmetry,
variegatemfoliage, min show plant
LACY TRINKET (EC) white with purple edges and
markings, wavy variegated foliage pix pg 61 AVM
9/80

SWEET TREAT (LL) big bouquet of shades of rose and
pink held high over black green plain foliage with
red reverse

Episcia SUNGOLD — pale yellow blooms contrast
with bronze green foliage, plants $5.00 each

GROWING OUR WAY . . . "OUR AFRICAN
VIOLET HERITAGE" by Anne Tinari . . . read
about the heritage of your favorite plant, its
growth and history of many cultivars originated in
the last 30 years. Most often asked questions and
answers to help you with your violet problems. An
Ideal gift for any violet enthusiast, autographed on
request . . . $3.50 each if accompanied with order
of other accessories on this page.

Helen Van Pelt Wilson's
AFRICAN VIOLET BOOK

Now in Paperback. New information on how to
have blooms at windows or under lights. Culture of
miniatures, scoring of show plants, other
gesneriads, charts of troubles and cures. 29
photographs in color, 59 in black and white. 37
pages of line drawings . $6.95 ppd.

THE MIRACLE HOUSEPLANT!
by Virginie F. and George A. Elbert
A new book devoted exclusively to the gesneriad
family, including the African violet, episcia,
aeschynanthus, sinningia and dozens of other
gesneriads. A valuable textbook on culture and
propagation. Over 100 illustrations in color and
black and white. $6.95 postpaid

"HOW TO GROW AFRICAN VIOLETS"

A new revised Sunset Book, author Jack Kramer.

Up to date growing techniques described and il¬
lustrated. Valuable information on propagating,
grooming and showing African violets . $3.29 ppd.

AFRICAN VIOLET NOTE PAPER — with envelopes, 12 beautiful
violets printed in full color. All different $1.50 a box with order ppd.
Separately, please add 25c postage.

Violet
Jar

Saucer

Violet

CERAMIC AFRICAN VIOLET PLANT JAR
In seven sparkling colors! To delight any Violet enthusiast. Solid
glossy colors in violet, pink, blue, yellow, white, green, gray and
black. (State second choice.) No 1 Jar — Handmade and hand painted
in glossy ceramic with suitable space for four of your favorite plants.
Proper drainage hole in bottom. Stands 5 V2" high and is approximate¬
ly 5 %" in circumference. Please state type jar and color wanted. No. 1
or No. 2, $3.75 each, ppd. SPECIAL: 2 jars for $6.95 postpaid.
VIOLET JAR SAUCER — Especially designed to set the above jars on,
approximately Vi" deep to hold excess water. Comes in same colors to
match above jar. Please specify color. $1.69 postpaid.

PETERS FERTILIZER — A soluble fertilizer especially for African

violets in two new formulas:

African Violet Special: 12-36-14, 8 oz. carton . 2.95 ppd.

Variegated Violet Special: 5-50-17, 8 oz. carton . 3.29 ppd.

MINI LEAF SUPPORT ... of molded leaf green plastic,
ideal for growing show plants ... 3 rings . . . $2.75 ppd.

GIFT CERTIFICATES make an ideal gift for any
occasion. Send your check or money order in the
amount of the certificate desired. Include your
name, plus the name and address of the recipient
and we will mail certificate directly to them.

HYBRID AFRICAN VIOLET SEED . . . $3.50 per packet, approx.
150 seed.

HYBRID VARIEGATED AFRICAN VIOLET SEED . . . $4.50 per
packet, approx. 150 seed.

Dept. AV

Commercial Member
AVS of America, Inc.

Send 25c for color catalog

mail

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Box 190. 2325 Valley Road
Huntingdon Valley, Pa. 19006

AFRICAN VIOLET ACCESSORY
ORDERS SHIPPED PROMPTLY
THE YEAR ROUND BY UPS.

New SPOT-O-SUN Grow-Lite
Fixture

Simulated sunshine is provided by the
special wide spectrum grow lamp in¬
cluded in this decorative planter. Molded
from practically indestructible lexan in
beautiful avocado green. Height 15",

Width 9", Depth llVi" , Bowl Dia. 9"

$22.95 ppd.

(This unit will not operate from a timer.)

RIPE-N-GROW SUN-LITE
Large 16" diameter, 3 'A " deep bowl with
durable avocado green luxurious long-life
finish. Reflector dome diameter is 17" and
is 19" in height. Complete with Sylvania
22 watt Wide-Spectrum fluorescent
circline tube. Can hold as many as one
dozen IVi" pots. Most attractive and
beautiful for growing African violet
plants. This unit will operate from a
timer. $34.95 ppd.

GRO-LUX LAMP FIXTURE
— Handsome durable, all metal
fluorescent table lamp fixture,
featuring gold top with black
wrought iron legs. Complete
with 2-20 watt gro-lux tubes, the
new energy source for
stimulating plant growth, (tray
not included). Approximate size
24" high, 24" long and 13 ’A"
deep. May be used with a timer.

$29.95 ppd.

AUTOMATIC TIMER — For use with fluorescent lights that have
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Vol. 34 Number 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

March, 1981

Every attempt is made to keep articles technically correct. Since the growing of fine African violets can be achieved in many
ways, the method and opinions expressed by writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of AVSA.

‘Unpredictable’ is the lovely violet highlighting the Cover Page. ‘Unpredictable’ was hybridized
by June and Jack Swift and won for Swifts of Dallas the award for the Second Best Introduction at
the AVSA Convention/Show in New Orleans, LA.

COLUMNISTS

3. Letter from the AVSA President — Harvey Stone

8. AVSA Affiliates — Mildred Schroeder '

11. Boyce Edens Research Fund — Dorothy Spence

11. AVSA Booster Fund — Mary Boland

14. Your Library — Marion and Jack Doherty

18. Seasonable Suggestions — Anne Tinari

19. Tally Time — 1980 — Mary Reed
21. Question Box — Mrs. C. S. Harley

28. Musings from the “Mini-Mam” — Ellie Bogin

29. A Foote on the Violet Path — Grace Foote
41. Registration Report — Adele Tretter

CONVENTION

10. Nominating Committee Report
10. Attention Golfers — Mr. Gus Becker
29. Amendment to AVSA Bylaws

32. AVSA 35th Annual Convention Program Summary

33. Convention Show Information, Social Hours and
Meals

33. Workshops

35. AVSA Officers to be Elected

SOCIETY BUSINESS

INSIDE COVER PAGE — Strictly Business — Your
Business

1. Application for Membership

PERTAINING TO VIOLETS

4. First Judged Show in Tokyo, Japan — Pauline
Bartholomew

7. The Addictive Violet — Audrey J. McNeil

8. Super What? — Irene Lineberg

9. Indigo Blues — Jerry A. Barnard

12. Why Not Try Your Hand at Cross Pollinating — Mrs.
Margaret Corson

13. Chicago Tribune Features Violets

15. BUGS: Eradication or Population Control (Part 2) —
Dale Eyerdom

17. Rooting Leaves — Mrs. W. F. (Jeanne) Hurlburt

19. A Friend for all Seasons — Beth A. Mullinza

20. Helpful Hints and Gadgets for Growing Healthy
African Violets — Mrs. L. E. (Jean) Campbell

24. From a Violet — Addie Lienau

25. Affiliate 'appenings — Lyndall Owens

25. Preserve Your Prize Blossoms — Ms. Mary LaClair
29. Day Dreaming — Mrs. Verner Williamson

34. “Courage Pays Off For Oxnard Woman” — Pauline
Bartholomew

37. Flower Forcing — Myrtle Hilty

38. Coming Events

42. Registered African Violets — Adele Tretter
57. African Violets: A Gift of God — Carol Zebb
59. Saintpaulia Species — Mrs. Jack Balonis

62. Start Your Own Club — Monte Pearce

63. On Violets and Green Thumbs — Irene Fredette

64. Pasteurize — Don't Sterilize — John Marrone
64. Always Label Your Leaves

MISCELLANEOUS

10. Corrections
28. Sorry About That!

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African Violet Magazine, March 1981

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The Official Publication of the
African Violet Society of
America, Inc.

OFFICERS

HARVEY L. STONE . President

51 Peach Highlands, Marblehead, MA 09145
MRS. J. A. W. RICHARDSON . 1st Vice President
2315 Lakeshore Drive, Tavares, FL 32778

MRS. FRANK TINARI . 2nd Vice President

2325 Valley Rd., Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

JAMES LOYA . 3rd Vice President

2400 N. Dustin, Apt. 212, Box 156, Farmington,
NM 87401

MRS. ROSS V. LAHR . Secretary

3559 E. Easter Ave., Littleton, CO 80122

MISS FLORENCE M. GARRITY . Treasurer

36 Cerdan Avenue, Roslindale, MA 02131

STAFF

MRS. GRACE FOOTE, Editor
211 Allien Place, Port Arthur, TX 77640
MRS. LYNDALL OWNES, Assistant to Editor
377 Guilford Park, Conroe, TX 77302
MRS. CLARK CARPENTER, Adv. Mgr.

3855 Third St., Port Arthur, TX 77640
MRS. CLARICE BELL, Office Manager
P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901
MRS. "E" HANSEN, Publications Chairman
708 Wyndale Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046
COLUMNISTS:

Mrs. James Carey, Mrs. Sidney Bogin, Mrs. Fred
C. Young, Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson, Paul
Arnold, Mrs. Mildred Schroeder, Mrs. A. F.
Boland, Mrs. Nancy Hayes, Mrs. Fred Tretter,
Jack and Marion Doherty and Anne Tinari.
BEST VARIETIES, HONOR ROLL COMPILER
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PUBLISHER: Gus Becker
Becker Printing Co., 1080 Forsythe, Beaumont,
TX 77701

ADVERTISER'S INDEX

Trouble with an advertiser? Write your
AV Advertising Manager giving complete
details. While AVSA cannot assume respon¬
sibility for advertisers, we try to help
resolve the problem. If an advertiser is
found irresponsible, he will be refused
future ads.

A

94. Ada's African Violets

94. Adventures with African Violets

75. African Violet Notes, Becker Printing
Co.

88. The African Violetry

76. African Violet Leaves — Elizabeth Buck
76. African Violet Leaves

85. Alice's Violet Room

92. Annalee Violetry

B

93. Baker's African Violets
92. Bay Valley Violets

76. Bell's Carolina Violets

86. Berkshire Violets

76. Betty's African Violet Shop

73. The Bloom Room

96. Jeanne P. Bohn, African Violet Leaves

83. Bugtussle Violets

80. Butler's Nursery

C

78. California Violets
INSIDE BACK COVER - Cape Cod
Violetry

65. Cedar Hill Violet House

73. Champion's African Violets

94. Christine's Flowerland

78. Charlie's Violets

74. Clarel Laboratories
68. Cloud Nine Gardens
85. Clearview Cove Violets

83. Connie's Violet House
76. Conrad's Violets

74. Cottage Flowers

78. Crestwood Violetry

D

89. DoDe's Gardens, Inc.

E

83. Environmental Concepts
94. Eva's African Violets

85. Eva's Violet World

F

68. FloraCart Portable Indoor Garden

69. FloraCart Watering Aid

G

81. Ginny's Special Happening

86. Good's Hybrids
94. Granger Gardens

81. The Green House — Gro-Carts

H

69. Hale's House of Violets

94. Gerry Halusek — Spring Special

84. Sally Haven Violets
88. Heavenly Violets

80. C. K. Holley — African Violets

84. Hortense's African Violets
65. The House of Violets
76. House of African Violets

I

79. Indoor Gardening Supplies

J

83. Janosick Nurseries
78. J. F. Industries

80. Just Violets

K

76. Kay's African Violets
76. Karter's African Violets
83. Kent's Flowers

90. Klinkel's African Violets

L

90. Leix's Village Violetry

91. Lloyd's African Violets
78. L N S Violetry

86. Lyndon Lyon Greenhouses, Inc.

M

96. Madame Butterfly — African Violets

78. Marvelous Minis

88. Mary's African Violets

96. Meek's African Violets

73. Merries

80. Messin' Round Violetry

68. R. J. Miderski African Violets
76. Mountain View Greenhouse

Me

78. McLester's African Violets
N

78. Napa Valley Violetry

75. Norma-Leigh Violets

76. Northbrook Nursery

O

79. Orchid Gardens of Boswell & Barnard

P

77. Pat's African Violets — Rim Guard

94. Pat's African Violets
88. Patty's Plant Palace

77. Petrovffsky Greenhouses
65. The Plant Gallery

R

77. Ray's African Violets

95. Reigning Violets

S

90. Scagliola's Greenhouse Violets

80. Schultz Instant Fertilizer

85. Sky Lake African Violets

85. Spoonit — Gets Things Blooming

82. St. Louis Nurseries

92. Susan's Sweetheart Violets

81. Susan's Violets

80. Swifts

T

BACK COVER — Tinari's Greenhouses

84. Tomara African Violets

V

72. Valley Violets
76. Victorian Violets
76. Viola's Violets

85. Violet Gardens

87. The Violet House

83. Violet Nook
76. Violet Park

75. Violet Showcase

76. Violet Window

91. Violets Atlanta
94. Violets by Bess

96. Violets by Betty Terry
76. Violets at the Ernsts

75. Violets do Cookie

85. Violets Galore of Georgia

81. Violets Galore at the Gorals

78. Violets in Harmony

76. Mrs. Leonard Volkart

79. Volkmann Brothers Greenhouses

W

69. Sandy Weynand Gesneria
94. Mildred V. Woods

The African Violet Magazine (ISSN 0090200) is published five (5) times a year: January, March, June, September, November. Second class postage is paid
by the African Violet Society of America, Inc. at 706 Hamilton National Bank Building. Knoxville, TN 37901 and at additional mailing offices. Subscrip¬
tion $6 per year which is included in membership dues starting with the June issue each year. Copyright 1980 African Violet Society of America, Inc.
POSTMASTER: Please send change of address form 3579 to African Violety Society of America, Inc., P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

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Letter from the
AVSA President

Harvey L. Stone

Please check page two in your November, 1980 or later magazine for the latest
roster of AVSA Officers.

It is nearly Convention time again. This May 17-23 we will meet in San Francisco
for our 35th Annual Convention. This will be our third convention in the city by the
Golden Gate. Our Convention Committee, under the leadership of Celine Chase,
has been hard at work and we expect this will be the best one yet.

1 hope the New Year is going well for each and everyone of you and that you are
carefully grooming those show plants that you will bring to San Francisco with you.
Have you made both your hotel and transportation reservations and registered for
attendance?

Now our country has a new President and with the coming of eternal springtime
perhaps the forecasted upturn in our economy will be realized. May your annual
shows be successful in acquainting the public at large with our beloved African
violet.

Increased interest should lead to increased memberships in both your local
Societies and our AVSA. We now have members scattered all over the world, over
1,150 of them. I have recently mailed Life Member Certificates to both Japan and
Korea. AVSA is truly an international Society!

I encourage each of the affiliated societies to strive for 100% AVSA membership.
The benefits are many and the cost is low. Your President has some very interesting
news from Pauline Bartholomew. She advises that we can expect a large contingent
all the way from Japan where the All Saintpaulia Club of Tokyo has nearly 10,000
members. This Club was formerly known as the AVS of Tokyo one of our Affiliates.
The All Saintpaulia Club is unique in that they are sponsored financially and run by
a Commercial concern. One of AVSA' s Commercial Members, the Kamon Corpora¬
tion, is their sponsor. Pauline was asked to judge their first judged show held
November 6-13, 1980. Jt is my hope that J may meet many of you at the convention
and that you will make yourselves known to me. See you in San Francisco in May!

Attention all officers. Standing and other Committee Chairmen: PLEASE send me
a copy of the reports you will be giving at San Francisco as soon as possible,
preferably no later than April 17. Thank you.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

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First Judged Show in Tokyo, Japan

Pauline Bartholomew
60 W. Fiesta Green
Port Hueneme, CA 93041

I recently returned from one of the most exciting
experiences of my African violet career; judging the
first show "of the newly organized All Saintpaulia
Club in ToKyo. For many months Andy Anderson,
of The Green House in Bellflower, had been planning
on attending this show and it was through his recom¬
mendation that Mr. George Hirano, President of
Kamon Corporation, invited me to come to Tokyo
to judge the show with all expenses paid. I later
learned that they were familiar with my name
through The Council News and had translated
several of my articles. Then worse luck; Andy called
the night before we were to leave with the unfor¬
tunate news that he had severely hurt his back and
wouldn't be able to make the trip. I felt guilty about
going without him and so Andy, I hope you will
forgive me for having such a good time!

There are more than 100,000 hobby growers of
Saintpaulias in Japan but there was no organized club
so the All Saintpaulia Club was formed in July 1980
with about 10,000 members. The ASC is unique in
that they are sponsored and supported by a commer¬
cial business, the Kamon Corporation. Kamon is
made up of 30 franchised Saintpaulia shops, 7 in
Tokyo and 23 others throughout Japan. Kamon's
business headquarters and warehouses are in Tokyo
and they have a huge nursery outside Tokyo that
supplies all the Saintpaulias for the franchised shops.
They grow mostly Rhapsodies and Ballets in the
nursery but Kamon has also imported many varieties
developed by American hybridizers and these were
the dominate varieties in the show I judged. Kamon
is also in the plant-lease business and has contracts
with the City of Tokyo, department stores,
restaurants and offices. Kamon Shops carry all sup¬
plies pertinent to the growing of Saintpaulias such as
fluorescent light stands, pots, leaf support rings, etc.,
many of which were designed by Mr. Hirano. In
Japan, the term Saintpaulia is used exclusively. Mr.
Tokugawa is President of ASC and Mrs. Yamamoto
and Mrs. Maekawa are Vice Presidents. Mr. Fuwa,
Vice President of Kamon, is general manager and
consultant of ASC.

I came to know Mrs. Yamamoto and Mrs.
Maekawa as two of the most charming ladies it has
ever been my pleasure to meet. They teach cultural
classes and both are advanced in horticultural skills.
Also Mr. Tokugawa went out of his way to extend
me every courtesy and we were his guests for dinner
one evening.

IN JAPAN — • Pauline Bartholomew of Port
Hueneme, CA is shown judging with Japanese
judges in Tokyo. They are, L to R, Mrs. Shino, in-
terpretor; Mrs. Maekawa, Mrs. Kawazuchi and
Mrs. Bartholomew.

I left Los Angeles at 1:00 PM of Tuesday and, after
a 10 hour flight, arrived in Tokyo at 4:00 PM on
Wednesday and so my system insisted that getting up
time in Tokyo was 3:30 in the morning for the entire
10 days! Mr. Hirano and Mrs. Shino, the interpretor,
met me at Narita airport. They were looking for the
very tall Mr. Anderson, whom they knew, and I was
looking for someone who looked as though they
were looking for someone! That seemed to apply to
everyone in the airport so I was feeling rather lost
when I heard Mr. Anderson and Mrs. Bartholomew
being paged over the loudspeaker. They were very
disappointed that Mr. Anderson wasn't able to
come. We went to Mr. Hirano's home where his wife
Yoshiko had prepared an elegant full-course dinner
and Mr. & Mrs. Fuwa joined us. After dinner they
took me to the brand new, and very luxurious. Cen¬
tury Hyatt hotel that would be my home for my stay
in Tokyo. I had heard that Tokyo was very crowded
but I didn't realize that it is also very beautiful. In
spite of the congestion, the streets are immaculately
clean, there are miniature parks of greenery
everywhere and the streets have planting areas full of
flowers and trees.

At this point I will have to tell you about the per¬
son who served as my "right arm", the interpretor,
Mrs. Nobuko Shino. Mrs. Shino is the sister-in-law
of Mr. Fuwa, Vice President of Kamon. She was an

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absolute doll and her command of the English
language was so good that I had to clean up my act;
such as correcting sloppy syntax and deleting slang
and colloquialisms. In spite of the very demanding
and taxing job of hours and days of translating, she
remained calm and cool. One of the most difficult of
the translating skills is simultaneous translation and
she even did that during the speeches given at the
party celebrating the closing of the show.

I had spent many weeks in preparation for the
culture and judging lectures. I prepared visual aids
which Mr. Kenneth Bowman, of Bowman's African
Violet Nursery in Malibu, photographed for
development on 35 mm slides and I wrote out my lec¬
ture, word for word, so the interpreter could have a
copy in advance. Mrs. Umeda of Oxnard graciously
consented to translate, into Japanese, my speech for
the opening ceremony and I then translated it
phonetically and memorized it. I took along printed
material on "Texas Style" potting and on judging, to
pass out to those attending the lectures.

Mr. Anderson had ordered the ribbons for the
show but there wasn't enough time for me to go to
Bellflower and pick them up, so the night of my
arrival the Kamon employees improvised blue,
red and white ribbons for the show. Southern Cali¬
fornia Council had donated their rosette award for
the Best California Hybrid, the AV Judges Council
donated their rosette award for sweepstakes Best in
Class ribbons, and I took my own personal tricolor
rosette from the last Council show for the Best in
Show award. Kamon had beautiful certificates made
up for the other top winners so everything worked
out all right.

The next day they picked me up at the hotel and
we went to judge the show. There were 170 entries
and about 4 hours was alloted for judging with a
break for lunch. I knew beforehand that I was to be
the only judge, which was a little disconcerting; at
least with a panel of three judges, you have the other
two judges to blame the decisions on! However, the
pressure was even greater than I imagined as I judged
outloud, with Mrs. Shino translating, and 15 to 20
people hanging on my every word and cameras
flashing! Since the purpose of my trip was not only
to judge, but also to teach, I finally got into the swing
of things and was grateful that I didn't know if the
exhibitor was in the group hearing my comments
about their plants.

The design division was beautiful and their Saint-
paulias reflected tender, loving care. Mrs.
Yamamoto's Tommie Lou' was Best in Show in the
teacher's division and Mrs. Maekawa's 'Ms. Pretty'
won the Council rosette, with the hybridizer's award
going to Carol Anderson (the wife of Andy Ander¬
son) of Bellflower. I have searched through my notes

and can't find two pieces of information; the name of
the exhibitor who won the Judges Council rosette
(since there were no classes, we awarded the rosette
for blue ribbon sweepstakes) and the name of the
Saintpaulia that won Best in Show in the regular divi¬
sion for Mrs. Kawaguchi. The names were on the en¬
try cards but were written in Japanese characters.
Mrs. Kawaguchi's plant traveled many hundreds of
miles from Northern Japan and she was very excited
and thrilled about winning. Miss Ohashi of Kyoto
won Best in Design with a very beautiful arrange¬
ment featuring a hogarth curve in peacock feathers.

The show was set up to be judged in a building
similar to our community recreation centers. After
judging, the entire show was dismantled, repacked
and moved across the city to the Siebu department
store where the grand opening ceremonies were to be
held the next day and where the exhibits would be on
display for 8 days. Under the direction of Mr. Juwa,
this mind-boggling procedure was done smoothly,
rapidly and with good cheer by the Kamon em¬
ployees and members of the ASC. I can't say enough
nice things about the Kamon people. For the entire 10
days they were all over the place, very quietly mak¬
ing things run smoothly and efficiently.

The next day was the grand opening ceremony at
Siebu, one of the world's largest department stores. It
is seven stories high and fills one city block. You
need a map to find your way and if I had gotten
separated from the group I might still be in there
wandering around. Mr. Hirano and Mr. Tokugawa
gave their speeches and then it was my turn. Little
did I know that my speech in Japanese would be
given under the glare of spot lights, microphones and
a television camera. I was so numb that I couldn't
remember a word of the speech and had to read the
whole thing. Everyone was kind enough to say that
my Japanese was perfect which I know wasn't true!
We staged some of the judging procedures for the
benefit of television, and the top awards were
presented. We were interviewed by newspaper re¬
porters and by Mr. Masakatu lida. Editor of Japan's
leading garden magazine, "Engai" Guide.

The next day I answered questions and gave pot¬
ting demonstrations for the general public at Siebu.
As we arrived they said there was someone waiting
to meet me and led me toward a Japanese couple. I
couldn't have been more surprised when two very
American voices greeted me with, "Hi! We're Harry
and Bernice Matsukane from the Orange County
(California) African Violet Society"! That afternoon
Mr. Hirano, Mrs. Shino and myself were invited to
visit Mrs. Yamamoto's home in the suburbs of
Tokyo. We had only planned on staying a short time
but, like typical AV enthusiasts, we started talking
culture and couldn't find a stopping place. We re-

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5

potted “Texas Style" and explored the theories of
fluorescent light growing. Mrs. Yamamoto sent out
for dinner and we talked on into the evening. She has
700 African violets in a small apartment so, as many
of us have been known to do, she is building a home
nearby to make room for them.

Then came the real test of my preparations, the
culture and judging lectures. Both of these sessions
were 3 to 4 hours long and thanks again to Mrs.
Shino's interpreting, they went extremely well and
the visual aids helped bridge the language gap. The
ASC members were very enthusiastic about “Texas
Style" and Mr. Hirano is already busy thinking up
designs for pots and perhaps a watering method that
will make this method more foolproof. I have been
accused of having an almost evangelistic zeal in my
promotion of “Texas Style", but I do know I never
had top, award-winning plants until I ran across it.
Jodi Davis of Austin, Texas, originator of this
method, might not be getting rich from it but she is
sure becoming famous! At the end of the judging lec¬
ture I asked Mr. Hanatani, Mrs. Maekawa and Mrs.
Yamamoto to judge a plant and they did a beautiful
job. Their scores varied a point or two in some
categories from my scoring but our total points came
out exactly the same.

Mr. Hirano was a gracious, considerate and super¬
charged host. He had enough energy for any six peo¬
ple and he needed it because he organized every
detail of the 10 days including me. In spite of our
heavy schedule he made arrangements for me to have
two days to make a trip to Kyoto and he saw to it
that I had almost every eating experience that Tokyo
had to offer. The food was all delicious and I came
home with a real appreciation for beer, sake and
sushi! Mr. Kumagai of the Japan Travel Bureau, and
a personal friend of Mr. Hirano, made all my travel
arrangements including a city tour and the two day
trip to Kyoto and Nara. Without the super efficiency
of these two in taking care of the timing and
transportation details, I could never have kept up the
pace. It was all I could do to keep track of lectures,
demonstrations, interviews, speeches and still get
from one place to the other with my brain intact. I
survived on sheer nervous energy and didn't fall
apart until I boarded the plane for the return flight
home. I slept through the entire flight including meals
and movies. I never worked so hard or had so much
fun doing it.

Then the fabulous trip to Kyoto via the world-
famous Bullet Train with speeds up to 130 m.p.h.
Kyoto was unbelieveably beautiful with the fall
foliage in its full glory and the view from the
Kiyomizu Temple, high on the side of a mountain,
was breathtaking. In Nara we saw the world's largest
Buddha which the Japanese refer to as the “Texas"

Buddha so that explained why they immediately
understood the term “Texas Style". ASC members
from Osaka and Kyoto picked me up at my hotel in
Kyoto and took me to dinner at a charming Japanese
country inn and, of course, we talked violets the
whole evening. After dinner we went to the Gion
theatre featuring puppet and comedy plays, flower
arranging, a tea ceremony, dances, and court music.
My hosts were: Miss Ohashi and her mother Mrs.
Ohashi and Mr. & Mrs. Goshima of Kyoto, Mr. &
Mrs. Hanatani of Osaka, and Mr. Sakagami of
Kobe, with Miss Ohashi acting as interpretor. After
the Nara trip the next day. Miss Ohashi and her
mother picked me up at the hotel and escorted me to
the train station for my trip back to Tokyo. Their
hospitality and generosity was overwhelming.

Some of the members of Northern California
Council had the opportunity to meet Mr. Hirano and
other members of the Kamon Saintpaulia Tour last
spring. Judy Downing, Northern Council Editor of
The Council News, hosted the group in her home and

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6

they attended the A VS of San Francisco judged
show. They were impressed with the quality of the
show plants they saw and are anxious to learn the
cultural methods that produced them. About 50 ASC
members will be attending the A VS A Convention in
San Francisco in May, and Celine Chase, A VS A
Convention Chairman and Floy Lane, Convention
Reservations Chairman, are helping with some of the
details that will smooth their way.

The All Saintpaulia Club would like to benefit
from the experiences of AVSA so Mr. Harvey Stone,
President of the African Violet Society of America,
Inc., will be meeting with Mr. Hirano and members
of ASC at convention and Fm sure Mr. Stone will
have some helpful advice. We in California can also
do much to encourage the ASC in the development
of their organization and in sharing our knowledge of
cultural techniques. ASC is at the point now that
AVSA was over 30 years ago and with the Japanese
talent for organization, and their trememdous
energy, there is no doubt in my mind that they will
soon catch up with us.

I will be writing a series of articles for the Saint¬
paulia Magazine, which is published by Kamon, and
Mr. Hirano has asked me to return to Japan next fall.
Meanwhile we are exploring the possibilities of quali¬
fying ASC judges at that time. I hope you were able
to bear with me through this narrative of superlatives
because superlatives is what it takes to describe this
fabulous country and the friendly, generous, hospi¬
table people I met there. And so until next time . . .
sayronara.

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The Addictive Violet

Audrey /. McNeil
Rt. 3, Box 497
Wilkesboro, NC 28697

While I was in high school, my mother ordered
three or four African violets from an advertisement
in a farm magazine. The plants came, carefully
wrapped in newspaper and packed to prevent
crushing. They looked different, with small hairy
leaves, but dull. Mother had better foresight,
however, and tenderly unwrapped and placed them
on a kitchen windowsill where they received morn¬
ing sunlight.

In a few months. Mother gleefully pointed out the
formation of bloom buds in one of the plants. The
buds swelled and slowly extended themselves
through and above the leaves. My interest grew with
the buds. By the time they began to show tinges of
color, I was checking them several times a day to see

if the blooms had opened yet. Without knowing it, 1
was already hooked on African violets. We were
jubilant when the first bud opened, a deep purple,
almost black, with a double ruffle! The others
bloomed in their turn, but that first plant has re¬
mained a favorite with me.

My first violet was rooted from a leaf accidentally
broken from one of my mother's plants. The excite¬
ment of watching that single leaf sprouting tiny
plantlets was terrific. Only God can make a tree — or
an African violet — but I helped!

When I went away to college, this first violet went
too. It traveled back and forth on holidays. This
same plant, several prunings and re-pottings later,
accompanied me to my own home. My husband
more or less ignored the lone plant, and the two or
three added now and then, nodding with a vague
grin when I would wave a new blossom under his
nose and exclaim about it wildly.

His disinterest came to a halt, however, when the
African violets had somehow managed to spread
from the living room window, the study window, the
bedroom window, and started to pop up on the
stereo. While he was declaring he had never seen
anything multiply so fast, 1 tucked another broken
leaf into soil, "so's not to waste it," and continued to
carry home "just one more" because I didn't have
anything like it.

Finally, when the jungle babies threatened to take
over the dining room table, I reluctantly agreed to
move some of my violets to the basement. Lamenting
about not being able to enjoy the blooms fully, I car¬
ried a dozen and placed them under the fluorescent
shop light my husband hung from the ceiling. A cou¬
ple of months later, I realized that the plants under
the light were growing, not as well as those in the
windows, but better! They seemed to have better col¬
or, were more symmetrically shaped, and had more
blooms. Well, one light led to another . . .

Today, I have four grow lights, each four feet
long. My husband, in a "if you can't lick 'em" at¬
titude, has wired the four lights into a timer relay
which turns the lights on and off each day. We are in
the process of building a plant room in one end of the
basement, which will keep my humidity inside, and
out of his recording equipment, and plan to add a
ventilation fan so I will be able to spray if necessary.

The African violet collection has grown to include
about two hundred plants of about seventy different
varieties. I am especially interested in variegated
leaves and miniatures now, and am beginning to ex¬
pand the collection in that direction. My co-workers
and friends enjoy the beautiful plants, and for birth¬
days and special occasions an African violet is the
perfect gift with a bonus — the potential for a
wonderful addiction!

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

7

AVSA AFFILIATES

Mrs. Wayne (Mildred) Schroeder
Affiliate Chairman
1739 N 74th Court
Elmwood Park, IL 60635

WELCOME NEW AFHLIATES

Heart of Dixie A VS, Mrs. Alisa Smith, Pres., P.O. Box 32,
Dothan, AL 36302

West Country A VC, Ardath L. Miller, Pres., 529 Ranch Dr.,
Manchester, MO 63011

Green Country A VC, Mrs. Sidney Groeneman, Pres., 5321 E.
26th PI., Tulsa, OK 74114

Flint River A VS, Mrs. Edwin Schreck, Pres., 1808 Gary Ave.,
Albany, GA 31707

Billings Bloomers A VS, Cleone Olson, Pres., 2922 Terry Ave.,
Billings, MT 59102

Tygarts Valley A VS, Nancy Riggleman, Pres., Rt. 1, Box 6, Hut-
tonsville, WV 26273

T and C AVS, Mrs. Frank Musil, Pres., Rt. 2, Box 31, Crete, NE
68333

AVSA now has active affiliated clubs in 41 of the
50 states in the USA and in 11 foreign countries! It
seems impossible that a plant, the African violet,
could find its way into the homes and hearts of
people all over the world. It did and we all hope it
will continue to be a vehicle of friendship wherever it
is grown.

Fall shows of State, Regional Societies and Coun¬
cils, eligible for the sweepstakes award, have pro¬
duced the following winners: Wisconsin Council —
Mr. Sherrin Pratt, Ohio State AVS — Emilie Savage,
New Jersey Council of A VC's — Edward Bradford,
New York State AVS — Mrs. Betty Tapping, North
Star A VC (MN) — Kathy Johnson, and Lone Star
AV Council (TX) — Hortense Pittman. Congratula¬
tions to you all! Much hard work and lots of energy
go into winning the sweepstakes award which is
given for the most blue ribbons in an entire show.

The last column contained the sentence, "Election
year — a new president — a better postal service I
Hope!" Little did I realize that my wish would come
true and that we would have a new man at the helm
of state. Now if only he can truly change the postal
system to help us get the AVSA information and
packets to all of those clubs who use the service of
this office. Any tiny bit of improvement will be of
great help.

The AVSA convention and show in San Francisco
is just around the corner. I am sure that details are in
order and plans are almost complete at this time. For
those of you who have not been able to attend an

AVSA convention, I assure you it is an experience
never to be forgotten. My first, many, many years
ago was in Detroit and I was overwhelmed. Each
year since then my goal was set early to be there. I
have missed a few but always look forward to the
next one knowing it will somehow surpass the last in
beauty of the plant and congeniality of the par¬
ticipants. People are the answer. They all work hard,
some on the show, some on programs and others
sacrifice just to be able to come. San Francisco and
the Golden Gate here we come!

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Super What?

Irene Lineberg
3459 East St.

Birmingham, AL 35243

A friend gave me a bottle of Superthrive last year.
I put it on a shelf and never gave it another thought, I
just didn't have time to experiment with something
I'd never heard of. I gave it to someone else and told
them to try it.

A few months ago I met a very dear lady who
simply raved about Superthrive and the "great
wonders" it had done for her violets. She insisted I
try some. I ordered a bottle and began using it im¬
mediately.

Friends, I am astonished at the results of using this
Superthrive. I've been using it for three months on a
test group of plants. The outlines below are blooms
of 'Bold Charm'. Guess which plant was fed with
Superthrive along with my regular fertilizer.

I can hear that lady when she reads this article,
she'll say, "I told you so !!".

P.S. Both plants were "potted" the same day, one
year ago.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

8

Indigo Blues

Jerry A. Barnard

Orchid Gardens of Boswell & Barnard
9748 Brockbank Dr.

Dallas, TX 75220

The African violet is one of the relatively few plant
genera that is rich in potential for pure blue flower
tones. Yet, despite almost forty years of increasingly
intense hybridization, not a great deal of progress has
been made in the deep rich blues known as indigo.
Although the genetic relationships concerned here
have not been researched deeply with respect to this
topic, it would seem apparent that lavender or purple
pigment formation have some dominating role that
genetically interferes or masks the expression of pure
blue pigments. The one exception occurs in the pale
blue shades, which over the years have consistently
been the best expression of pure blue tones, and, as
one would expect, this traces directly to the original
species; several of which exist in these pale blue
shades. Yet, the deeper the shade of blue, the more
freely the lavender or purple pigments blend in to
dilute the purity of the blue tones. Thus the scarcity
of good clear blues in the medium tones, and the vir¬
tual non-existence of a true indigo blue violet.

Let us trace the history of blue cultivars in the
various tones to the present day hybrids. Other than
the several species which exist in fairly clear pale blue
tones (some with other color forms as well), the first
really good pale self blue to come along was prob¬
ably Richter's "Charm Song", introduced around
1963, This was one of the best violets of its day, and
can still show quite favorably against the latest
hybrids. Like many varieties from this period, the
flowers were small and unimpressive on immature
plants, other than being a very clear light sky blue
tone. But as the plant matures and gains food in its
veins, it really flourishes and produces larger and
larger blooms that are very double and displayed
beautifully over lush quilted oval foliage which
reaches monstrous size. Hereabouts and prior to it.
Granger Gardens hybrids dominated the field. Their
releases often became legendary among violet
growers; to wit: "Delft Imperial' and "Lullaby" are still
among the most popular varieties decades after their
original release. "Lullaby' was among the first of the
veined or striated blues with markings in white which
led to the very pale icy blues of today. "Brittany' and
"Rebecca' and also "Blue Modiste' were other Granger
hybrids with this effect. Another popular blue area
the Granger's worked in were the blue bicolors such
as "Seafoam", "Monaco", and "Heart's Desire'. One of
their most recent popular blues was named "Millie
Blair".

Enter Irene Fredette, who has introduced more
gorgeous pale blues than almost any other
hybridizer. The big areas of improvement are the
very fine clarity of the pastel tones, the dramatically
large blooms even on young plants, and their ex¬
cellent shaping traits on oval pointed foliage. The
most famous of this group is probably "Abigail
Adams', but "Winter Star", "Icy Blue', "Peace Light',
"Burma Blue', and "Waterfall' are all characterized by
extreme clarity of color, without any interference
from the lavender pigments. "Dresden China'
represents almost a bicolor from this same line of
breeding, as it is often white with blue veins, that
seem to release their pigment as the flower matures,
so that one has a white flower washed with pale blue.
Some other very fine blue and white bicolors are "Sea
Breeze' (Maas), "Betcha' (Swift), "Verna Lynn'
(Fredette), all white flowers with blue trim. Other
good light blue self varieties that have been produced
would include "Dutch Skies' (Swift), "Misty Lake'
(Whitaker), "Hawley's Comet', "Azure Trinket'
(Champion), "Cool Pool' (Baker) and "Blue Charm'
(Lyon). One miscellaneous entry in this class we
would call a bitone because it carries two distinct
shades of blue is "Cecilia' (Hammond). Last, but not
least is our own pale greenish blue over wavy
variegated foliage, "Puccini' (Barnard 1981) and one
really unusual bicolor called "Sarava' (Fredette 1981)
which is described as a white with a rich blue star
shaped center and rays over variegated ruffled
foliage.

On to the medium tones of blue, some of which
can overlap to the previous class of light blues under
some growing conditions. That is, heavy feeding,
high temperatures, etc. can considerably darken
some varieties, and young or immature plants may
produce flowers that in no way compare to the
flowers of the mature plant. That aside, let us begin
with "Ballet Eva', a patented hybrid from Germany
which is a vivid shade of cornflower blue to almost a
navy blue on pampered plants. 'Celine', by Maas is a
quite consistent cornflower blue double, and
"Suzette' (Fredette) is a frilly blue over ruffled
variegated foliage. "Blue Reverie', another oldie by
Granger is also a frilly blue over ruffled but non-
variegated foliage. Two oldsters from Richter are
"Mara", which is unusual for its longifolia leaves, and
"Day's End' is a very frilly blue that often has a green
edge. Swift's "Duchess Blue' is a tailored blue of good

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

9

clarity, as is Champion's "Shades of Blue' in a crown
variegate. We are proud of our 1981 entry, "Debussy'
(Barnard) which is a clear medium blue with some
striated white markings on the petal edges over wavy
large variegated foliage and also "Kachaturian'
(Ka Cha tur i an Barnard 1981) which is a prolific
bloomer of clear medium blue over tailored Tommie
Lou variegated foliage.

Finally, we approach the dark blues or indigo col¬
ored beauties. Well, sad to say, but there are none to
date so far as we know, and thus the title of this arti¬
cle, Indigo Blues. Here is where the genetic influence
of the purple pigments overwhelm the blue almost
uncontrollably, as it were. Oh, there are blue-purples
that are a little more 'blue' than some, but so far no
mutation or tool has surfaced to completely block
the seepage of purple pigments, the most dominant
of all violet pigments. We shall mention "Grand
Duke' (Granger 1963) as a good approach to indigo
and perhaps our "Pachelbel' (Barnard 1979) with
variegated foliage. Fredette released "Proud Country"
this year along with "Symphony Atlanta' and has
"Lady Baltimore', an intense blue over variegated
foliage coming in 1981. "Susan's Choice' is a brilliant
white and pink variegate with exceptionally dark
blue purple blooms by Foster of Dallas. Also Maas'
"Ruth", Whitaker's "Texas Beauty" and Swift's "Texas
Beacon' are rich deep blue purples. Finally, there is
the frilly "David Cornell' (Swift) and we have one
seedling which is darker and blacker than "Grand
Duke' over variegated foliage that may be released in
1981 or 1982, but the bottom line is that they all still
have purple pigment masks over the blue tints.

One possible breeding key might be to breed on
green edges, as green enhances the cool blue tones,
but it takes only a little purple to negate this effect.
Finally, apologies to anyone whose favorite blue was
not mentioned. Due to the sheer numbers involved,
we have not grown or seen by any means 'all' of the
blues, but the ones mentioned have shown some of
the clearest, least muddied tones of blue.

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Attention Golfers

The Golf Tournament is on again. BRING YOUR
CLUBS. Meet in the lobby Thursday, May 21 and be
ready to depart at 8AM for 10AM tee time at HALF
MOON BAY GOLF LINKS about 20 miles away.
Upon arrival sign at registration desk and you will be
matched. For more information at convention con¬
tact Andy Suder or Gus Nordone, chairmen. Each
player to pay his own green fees, golf cart and
transportation costs. Sorry ladies no arrangements
have been made for mixed play.

Nominating Committee Report

The Nominating committee will submit in nomina¬
tion the following names for Officers and Directors
at the Annual convention in San Francisco. The an¬
nual business meeting wil be Saturday, May 23,
1981.

OFFICERS

President . Harvey Stone

Marblehead, MA

First Vice President . . Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson

Tavares, FL

Second Vice President . . Mrs. Frank Tinari

Huntingdon Valley, PA

Third Vice President . . . James Loya

Farmington, NM

Secretary . . . . Mrs. Ross V. Lahr

Littleton, CO

Treasurer . Miss Florence Garrity

Roslindale, MA

DIRECTORS: Term of Service 1981-1984
Mrs. Julia Bell — Bay Shore, LI, NY
Mrs. M. G. Gonzales — San Jose, CA
Mrs. John Hayes — Bloomfield, CT
Mrs. Wade Hudnall — Austin, TX
Mrs. James Savage — Chillicothe, OH

Submittee by Nominating Committee
Helen Van Zele — Past President
Nell Sue Tyson
Anne Tinari

Gene Garner — Past President, Vice Chairman
Cordelia Rienhardt — Past President, Chairman

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Corrections

In the last 25 Best Varieties List we had one of the
listings wrong. Will you correct your copy to read
Ballet Anna should have been Ballet Lisa. The
registration number was correct.

Also find the correct address for the Windsor A VS
is Connecticut. However mail correspondance to
Jessie Crisafulli, Amherst Rd., Rt. 9, Belchertown,
MA 01007.

We would also like to apologize to Mr. Emery E.
Leland for the incorrect use of absorbed. We printed
the word adsorbed which means something different
than Mr. Leland said. The available nutrients are ab¬
sorbed (held) on the surfaces of the soil particles and
are also carried in the soil solution. The roots and
root hairs penetrate the soil pores and move to the
soil colloids with the absorbed nutrient ions they
hold. We also would like to correct the "Mica Pest"
which should have read "Mica Peat".

We are sorry that these errors appeared and we
thank each of our writers for letting us know that the
mistakes were made.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

10

BOYCE EDENS RESEARCH FUND

Mrs. J. D. (Dorothy) Spence
6808 Duquesne
Austin. TX 78723

Sunday AV Matinee, West Allis, WI . 10.00

Evening A VC of Des Moines, I A . 10.00

Mrs. Ruth Wheeler, Dallas, TX

Memorial — Margaret Frost . . . 10.00

Violeteers of Denver, CO — In appreciation of

Everette Holt, Past President . . . 5.00

First A VS of Dallas, TX

Memorial — Margaret Frost . 10.00

AVS of Albany, NY . 15.00

White Mountain AVS, Lakeside, AZ . 10.00

Central Connecticut Saintpaulia Club . 15.00

Leonard Blum, East Windsor, NJ award given him by

New Jersey Council of AV Clubs . 5.00

AV Afternoon Club of Loveland, CO —

Club disbanded bal. of treas . 33.00

Portland AVS, OR

Memorial — Mrs. Hattie Macomb . 5.00

First Austin AVS, TX

Memorial — Mr. Pat Patterson . 10.00

Evening Violeteers AVC, Schofield, WI . 10.00

Trout Lake Garden Club, Eustis, FL —
in lieu of speaker's fee

to Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson . 10.00

Mrs. Teresa Roth, San Francisco, CA

Memorial — Edythe A. Hess . 10.00

Ansonia Garden Club, CT —
in lieu of speaker's fee

to Mrs. Julie Adams . 25.00

AVS of Greater New York, Inc.

Memorial — Mrs. Amanda Schall . 10.00

AVS of Alexandria, LA . 1 . 5.00

Sweet Water AVS, Hauppauge, NY . 10.00

Levittown AVS, NY . 5.00

Florence Garrity, Roslindale, MA

Memorial — Mrs. Meda Askey . 5.00

AVS of Montrose, CA —
in lieu of speaker's fee

to Mrs. Madge Lilliquist . 10.00

Baltimore AV Club, MD . 25.00

Valley AVS, McAllen, TX . 25.00

Orange Blossom Circle, Mount Dora, FL —
in lieu of speaker's fee

to Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson . 5.00

Viva La Violets, Belleville, IL . 25.00

Heart of Missouri AVS, Columbia, MO —
in lieu of speaker's fee

to Mrs. Julius Bacharach . 25.00

Spring Branch AVC, Houston, TX —
in lieu of speaker's fee

to Mrs. Susan Myers . 10.00

Hibiscus Garden Circle, Mount Dora, FL —
in lieu of speaker's fee

to Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson . . 5.00

Manhattan AVC, KS

Memorial — Mrs. Virginia Weltsch . 10.00

Lynnhaven AVS, Virginia Beach, FL . 10.00

Saintpaulia Society, St. Louis, MO . . . 100.00

Hi-Hopes AVC, St. Louis, MO . 5.00

Oak Creek Gesneriad Growers, Milwaukee, WI

Memorial — Jimmy Watson . 5.00

Bakersfield AVS, CA . . . . . . . 100.00

African Violet Magazine, March 1981 11

Mrs. J. R. Millikan, Dallas, TX

Memorial — Mrs. Charles Frost . 5.00

Mrs. Grace Rynders, Dallas, TX

Memorial — Mrs. Charles Frost . . . . . 5.00

Friendship Gesneriad & AVS, Richardson, TX —

Club disbanded — sale of properties . . . . 50.

Town & Country AVC, Minot, ND . . . . . 5.

Metropolitan St. Louis AVS, MO

Memorial — Mrs. Walter Johanning . 5.

First AVS of Denton, TX . . . . . 10.

Bakersfield AVS, CA

Memorial — Glenn Catlin . 5.

Santa Clara AVC, CA

Memorial — Mrs. Lorraine Erwin . 10.

San Diego Daytime AVS, CA

Memorial — Mrs. Lessie Rexilius . 5.

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A VS A Booster
Fund

Mrs. Arthur F. Boland (Mary A.)

6415 Wilcox Court
Alexandria, VA 22310

A contribution remembering someone or some occassion is
beautiful way of expressing ones feelings.

Sunday AVS, West Allis, WI . $10.

Sweet Water AVS, Hauppage, NY . 10.

The White Mountain AVS, Lakeside, AZ . 10.

Nite Bloomers AVS, San Jose, CA . 10.

AVS of San Francisco, CA . . . 25.

Florence M. Garrity, Roslindale, MA

in memory of Leslie St. Lawrence & Anna Keck . 10.

Viva La Violets, St. Louis, MO . 25.

Pied Pipers AVC, St. Louis, MO

in lieu of speaker's fee to Mrs. Alma Janus . . 10.00

Levittown AVS of Long Island, NY

in lieu of travel expenses "E" Hansen . 10.00

Rainbow AVC, St. Louis, MO

in memory of Mrs. Ella Johanning . . 5.00

Lois B. Mueller, La Verne, CA

in memory of Betty Weekes . 5.00

Phyllis Baird, Claremont, CA

in memory of Betty Weekes . 5.00

Louise Taylor, Pomona, CA

in memory of Betty Weekes . . 5.00

Paddock Hills Garden Club, Florissant, MO

in lieu of speaker's fee to Neva Anderson . 10.00

Old Dominion AVS of Northern VA

in memory of Polly Schmeltzer . 5.00

- ^ -

The revised AFRICAN VIOLET HANDBOOK
FOR JUDGES AND EXHIBITORS is available
for $3 from the A VS A office in Knoxville.

8888888 8888888

Why Not Try Your Hand
at Cross Pollinating

Mrs. Margaret L. Corson
16 Springfield Avenue
Flourtown, PA 19031

For quite some time I had been avidly reading ar¬
ticles about devoted African violet enthusiasts who
had successfully cross-pollinated some of their
plants, and produced a much-sought-after seed pod.
This sounded like "pie in the sky" to me, until I
realized that many of these growers were simple hob¬
byists like myself, and if they could do it . . .!

The first obstacle one meets up with when taking
the plunge into hybridizing is which two plants to
choose. It really isn't necessary to delve too deeply
into the study of genetics in order to decide, however
if you have the inclination to do so, it's all to the
best. For me, it was enough to know a few basics
about dominant and recessive characteristics. For in¬
stance, the color blue is always dominant over pink,
and the tendancy for double blossoms predominates
over the single variety. When combining the two
plants you will get a pleasant mixture of both the
dominant and the recessive traits, which serves to
provide the mystery inherent in hybridizing.

The second question posed was that of which
method to use. Like many of you, I had read about
all the various, and often ingenious, ways of ex¬
tracting and applying pollen, each grower extolling
his or her method as best. I was confused. One

devotee recommended snipping off the pollen sacs
(anthers) and splitting them open with your finger¬
nail. I tried this way first, only to discover that one

had to possess talons in order for this method to
work well. My stubbs were highly inadequate. And
if you were doing a number of crosses involving
more than two plants, you took the risk of mixing up
the pollen on your fingers unless you carefully
washed your hands after each cross. I rejected the
"paintbrush" and the "Q-Tip" methods for this same
reason. My second option was to use a small pair of
manicure scissors to clip open the sacs. I'm sure this
would have worked if I could have handled them,
they shot out of my fingers, off the table, and onto
the floor (or someplace), propelled by the snip of the
scissors. I had only one choice left — a razor blade. I
found this method to be highly satisfactory.

I chose to cross "Denver Belle" (Reed), a purply-
blue ruffled single, with "Pink Philly" (Tinari), a
single pink, which although it has the tendancy to
drop flowers, it is a good bloomer. Using scissors I
clipped off the anthers from 4 or 5 "Denver Belle"
blossoms; they had been open for a week and the
pollen was abundant and grainy. Using the razor
blade, I carefully sliced off the tops of the sacs and
applied the cut ends directly to the stamen of "Pink
Philly", using tweezers to hold them and making cer¬
tain the end of the stamen was coated with pollen.
(When the stamen is ready for fertilization, it will
open a bit on the end and be sticky.) I did this to four
flowers, tying a piece of white thread around each
bloom stalk so I wouldn't inadvertently nip off the
blooms during grooming. I then taped the name of
the pollen donor to the pot of "Philly" and the date of
the cross.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

12

During gestation, I kept the mother plant a bit
dryer than normal, but other than that, my pro¬
cedures for fertilizing and for lighting (I use artificial
lights) remained the same. Three days after
pollinating I noticed the blossoms had wilted and
were falling off. My first sign of success! During the
weeks that followed I could see the ovary swelling in¬
to a seed pod. It took six months before the four pods
began turning brown, and then I watched closely, ex¬
amining them each day. Two had begun to dry and
split open a little, so I cut off the entire stem, with the

pods attached. A week later, the other two pods were
ripe. I sowed the seeds immediately, being extremely
careful not to breathe on them, but the seed may be
stored in a cool, dry place for a few months.

The subject of seed sowing will be left for another
article. However, my seedlings now range in size
from iVz" to V/i” across, and variations in foliage
form and color are already apparent. I kept only 29
babies, space being limited, but I'll have the ultimate
satisfaction in knowing that each one of them is
totally unique, and a good part of myself is wrapped
up in them.

I strongly urge all of you who love and grow
violets to try your hand at the fine art of hybridizing
it's the beginning of a fabulous and gratifying
adventure!

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Chicago Tribune
Features Violets

A whole page of violets in color!

That's what the Chicago Tribune printed
under the caption, "SAINTPAULIA — The African
Queen."

'Pink Granada', a most beautiful plant, was
pictured in the center of the page and blossoms of
'Beaumont', 'High Hyer', and 'Sister Annicilla; all
in color showing their vibrant tones, were
arranged from the top to the bottom of the page.

And they were all grown by Mrs. R. J. Miderski of
Barrington.

A grouping of miniatures was also shown and it
was explained that "miniatures like these are
popular among violet growers because they take
little space and yet are as charming in color and
form as their larger counterparts. The miniature
selection was grown by Jimmy Dates of Sugar
Grove,

It was also pointed out that all of Mrs.
Miderski's plants are registered with the African
Violet Society of America, Inc.

In his article. Art Kozelka, garden editor
mentioned that "African violets have been called
the most popular flowering plant in America.
Some say they bloom their little hearts out easily;
others find them difficult to grow."

TOP WINNERS — Here are top winners at the
Delaware AVS. They are L-R, Mrs. Michael
Stemniski, Queen, 'Gesila'; Mrs. Wallace
Behnke, Princess ‘Nancy Reagan’; Mrs. Robert
Pyle, the AVSA Best Collection (gold rosette).

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

13

YOUR LIBRARY

Marion and Jack Doherty
485 Berwyn Drive
Madison, WI 53711

While deciding which clothes and plants to pack .
for the trip to San Francisco, we'd like to remind you
that now is the time to check your photo equipment
as well. We can't imagine a trip to the Land of Sun¬
shine without the proper equipment — camera with
lens and filters, film and tripod — in sound, working
order.

If you haven't taken many pictures since the last
convention in New Orleans, why not experiment
with a roll of film now in your own home? Why not
take some special photos of African violets using
flash? Or play with different exposures? You still
have enough time to get a roll of film developed
before leaving for the convention. Then, you'll be
able to see your pictures and discover areas for im¬
provement. There are many undiscovered problems
which one only learns first-hand. For example, a
shadow is an unpleasant distraction from the ap¬
preciation of your beautiful saintpaulia. Poor
lighting alters the true colors of both blossoms and
foliage. Out-of-focus pictures often result from the
hand-held camera. However, for as many problems
that arise, there are likely to be as many pleasant sur¬
prises which you might want to use once you're in
among the thousands of plants at the Sheraton
Palace Hotel. If you have questions about the proper
exposure, correct filter for best color in various types
of lighting, focusing your particular camera or other
similar queries, discuss them with your photo dealer.
His assistance might make that amateur photograph
of the award-winning violet look equally profes¬
sional.

We're continuing to read the comment sheets as
they are returned with the slide shows. We ap¬
preciate the effort that you've shown in helping to
improve them and most of your suggestions are very
helpful. Recently, one group recommended we in¬
clude slides of some of the trips taken during the con¬
vention. This is one idea we'd love to use since we're
all proud of our slides of the Colorado Rockies, the
antiques of the Mark Twain home or the delicious
food at the LBJ Ranch. Since we're pretty much
limited to 80 slides, though, we're sure there would
be objections from those who expect to see plants,
not the gulls of Biloxi!

We're still counting on all of you who are in¬
terested in assisting with the picture-taking on Thurs¬

day evening of the convention. In years past, it has
been a necessity to gather at the miserable hour of
midnight to take the slides for the next year's library
programs. This year, however, efforts are being
made to begin at an earlier hour so that we will be
able to finish before daylight. Besides photographers,
we'll need clerks and plant carriers. We hope you
might lend a hand in this important endeavor. Have
a safe trip to California — we'll see you there!

MINUTE MAN PATRIOT — Pictured above is
the statuette of the Minute Man Patriot
presented to the delight of the Patriot Violet
Club of Massachusetts. The statuette was
made by long-time member Miss Genevieve
Bucher to be the club mascot. It was accepted
by President Reuben Innis.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

14

BUGS: Eradication
Or Population Control

Dale Eyerdom

Granger Gardens, 1060 Wilbur Road
Medina, OH 44256

Editors Note: This is the final of a two part article that appeared in the January issue.

A plant predator not too much in the limelight at
this time is the good or bad old root knot nematode.
Unless you have met the critter and tried to fight
him, you have not seen anything yet. Unlike the
damage from mite, this is irreversable, and the plant
must be discarded. The pest falls into the general eel
worm class and should not even be considered with
Bugs, but it shares the same host plant, so why not
introduce you to them? They are too small to be seen
by the naked eye and are highly communicable from
plant to plant where subirrigation or community
watering methods are employed. The subirrigating
watering system, on a commercial basis, is perhaps
one of the greatest labor savers of the day, but the
resulting exposure of contamination of soil borne
pests are accelerated to a point where the practice
could be counterproductive. If you thought you had
problems with mite, thrip, and mealy bug, you ain't
seen nothing yet. The pest is of a semiaquatic nature,
so you can readily see where the moist warm growing
medium of the violet provides an ideal habitat. There
is No Known chemical that will be 100% erradicative
to this pest, speaking on a commercial basis, in a
living plant. This is quite contrary to the claims of
several manufacturers, their intent is honorable but
the conclusions are questionable. Careful observa¬
tion, knowing what you should be looking for, and
roguing out is the method of stopping the spread of
the pest. Steam or dry heat sterilization of all soils,
growing containers, and benches is the best preven¬
tative and means to avoid a problem. Look for the
tell tale nodules on the root system on the exposed
portion of the soil ball, it may even resemble dirty
popcorn in appearance. A general dullness of the
plant, lack of luster, and retarded growth is an in¬
dicator that something is wrong. Advanced involve¬
ment can even result in a split of the main trunk with
an exposed wound with the final result being the
complete rotting off at the soil level. Unfortunately,
these symptoms can foretell other problems, but it is
a hint that something is wrong. At this point, the
only thing left to do is discard the plant. The variety
may be perpetuated by taking a few leaves if the
stems are cut short to reduce the chance of eggs or
adults being left on the leaves. Normally Root Knot
Nematodes are restricted a a sub terranian existence.
There are foliar nematodes too but are a very minor

pest. Since all of the activity prior to the plant's
demise occurs below the ground this can become
very serious from a widespread involvement as the
population will have built up to serious proportions
and spreading to adjacent plants on a common grow¬
ing container such as a bench or tray is very possible.

The final stages of nematode infestation are so
similar to the so called crown rot that it might not be
viewed with too much alarm, one main difference is
that crown rot does not travel, and the eel worm
does. The only means of detection is by observation,
and while you are at it take a look for the Pritchard
Soil Mealy bug at the same time.

Absolute control or erradication of the Pritchard
Soil Mealy Bug by chemical means is about as possi¬
ble as the smoker who quits smoking at least once a
month remaining off tobacco. From the comment
received at my phone, there seems to be as much in¬
volvement now as there ever was. I have no recom¬
mendation other than observing and throwing out
the host plants, along with continual observation
and isolation. Carefully check all incoming stock by
inspecting the soil ball. And here is a good one, try
and pick the PSMB from the perlite, it is quite a job.
The key point is that one has mobility and the other
does not. You can do the plant shipper or seller a
favor by reporting the existence if you are sure that
you are not the responsible one. Communication
from one pot to another can be done in less than a 24
hour period if they are placed in communal trays.
The one perplexing thing about the PSMB is that 1
have never seen a plant damaged from the pest.
They, like springtails seem to be obnoxious by their
presence only. I feel that if the colony approaches
huge proportions, over a period of a year, undis¬
turbed, then it could be a drain on the plant. This
writer brought the PSMB problem to the attention of
the commercial growers at the Philadelphia A VS A
convention many years ago. Up until that time it had
not even been identified with the Saintpaulia and
Frank Tinari, chairman of the research project
through the Boyce Edens Fund. A 100% chemical
control in an involved plant is still being searched
for. The mobility of the insect makes control on a
commercial basis difficult with chemicals approved
for public usage. Many powerful insecticides have
been removed or placed on the restricted list by the

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

15

EPA due to their danger to both animal and plant
life. With careful cultural methods, this insect can be
erradicated in a climate as we have in Ohio as they
will not winter over.

Thrips, when Noah had the chance to step on one
or both while they were on the Ark, I never will
know why he didn't do it. At times they can be one
of the most persistent pests conceivable. They will
under no conditions kill a plant or wipe out an entire
collection as we have been told. This would indicate
that the curative powers of the pesticide would have
to be the culprit if not something else, but the next
plant that dies from thrip will be the first one. Thrip
has to be put in the category of a controllable insect,
with no possibility of complete erradication in
temperate climates. Damage is usually restricted to
the buds or open blossoms only. They are indeed
visible and can be embarrassing. Repeated preven¬
tative or curative treatment with a wide spectrum in¬
secticide is a must. As with mite, do not be too ready
to blame the supplier for them as you most generally
will have an ample supply of your own outside your
door, they are free and abundant in most of the 48
states, and maybe the other two also. Due to the
complex life system of the thrip we recommend at
least four applications at three day intervals to get
them completely. These things have wings and can
jump, float, fly or hitchhike to their next free meal. A
Shell no pest strip will provide partial control since
the active ingredient is Vapona which we find 100%
effective. Some of the new synthetic pyrethroids also
show much promise in thrip control.

By now, you may have surmised that I am a little
bit defensive on taking sides for the commercial
grower and shipper who is trying to do a decent job
and produce a healthy clean plant. Unfortunately all
growers do not fall into this category. First of ail, it
takes money to produce a clean crop. Without steam
sterilization, we would not be in business. Strict
sanitary measures must be followed to avoid massive
buildup of insects, mites, and eel worms. On a com¬
mercial basis, our problems and possibilities are
magnified thousands of times compared to the
hobbyist, therefore we must constantly be on our
guard to avoid the probability of widespread in¬
volvement. As insects mutate in their attempt to sur¬
vive the action of man, accepted control measures no
longer work. The EPA has removed many of the ef¬
fective tools that we have used in the past perhaps
with justification, however, justified or not, we have
to roll with the punches and come up with alternate
chemicals which will kill specific pests. This is not
always easy, the switch from Parathion vapor to
Vapona vapor took about two years of careful
testing. Now, Vapona in the vapor form is not
available and another replacement is needed, and so

it goes.

The main reason behind this article is to remind the
commercial grower, retailer, and hobbyist, that we
all have a responsibility to one another to maintain a
healthy clean environment for the crop that we are
growing, and to honestly appraise a situation and not
just try and find a scapegoat for our own short¬
comings. By trying to learn of the complexity of in¬
sect life without having a Ph.D. in Entomology, and
to employ SAFE, SENSIBLE, preventive and control
measures we can look forward to a more pleasurable
hobby for the violet enthusiast. There are simply too
many one man, or one woman judges and juries con-
deming growers for "Sick Stock". Plants, like us mor¬
tals, can succumb to injury or illness if exposed to
causitive factors often enough. The NO TREAT¬
MENT method is just about as foolish as the double
dose, both being worthless.

To back up a little on plant diseases, we can name
drop a few and sound very impressive — Sclerotina,
Botrytis, Pythium, Phytophthora, Rhyzoctonia,
Blights, Mosaics, and finally a group listed as rots
caused by all other fungi. I still contend now, as I did
at the Ohio State Short course at Columbus that any
plant tissue, when aggravated by poor cultural prac¬
tices, or adverse environmental conditions, will
result in injury or death of the tissue from an iden¬
tifiable fungus pathogen, ranging from powdery
mildew to any of the previously mentioned diseases.

For all practical purposes I must negate
pathological diseases as being a serious threat to the
Saintpualia. True, crown rot, a general misnomer for
a condition caused by mechanical abuse of a plant by
root oxygen exclusion, phytotoxic effects of
chemicals not tolerated by the host plant, extremes in
temperature, over fertilization, and many others will
result in tissue deterioration of the main plant trunk.
In other words, violets are pretty tough when you
compare them to other horticultural specialties. The
finality to the plant is the result usually of pro¬
gressive dieback from the feeder roots first, and pro¬
gression to the main trunk tissue. The end result
being the customary dead plant that may be picked
off the soil at crown level. I would not hesitate to
speculate that this is caused more by over watering
than any other single factor. Frequent visual inspec¬
tions of the soil ball of a young plant will allow for
inspection of good root feeders, and as a useful side
effect the presence or absence of other animal
predators.

"Horticultural Hypochondria" can be a dangerous
thing, especially if you are a plant. Many
hypothetical problems are not the sophisticated
maladies that the self proclaimed experts would
diagnose, but are simple situations that have relative¬
ly simple solutions if only given a chance to work.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

16

Generalization of controls in the field of Ornamental
Horticulture can be dangerous in that what might be
effective and safe for one plant can be murder to
another, this is a highly specific field. Your best
source of information is the specialist in any one field
such as mums, orchids, roses, and last but not least,
violets. Can you receive logical answers to your
questions from your retailer or source, or are the
plants just dropped in a sack with no more than a
thank you, if even that. We at Granger feel that we
are dealing in two commodities, a product and the
service necessary to make this product a pleasure to
the purchaser. It is with this point in mind that this
article was written, it in essence is what goes on over
our phone when a grower has a problem, we are
more than willing to assist when time allows.

One final word. — Two possibilities of toxicities
exist. One being the phytotoxicity to the plant, the
other of greater importance, to man, or the Mam¬
malian toxicity. Many hobbyists have been seriously
affected by the improper use of a restricted pesticide,
a few that I know, quite critically, one even being
fatally. If you are not going to use agricultural
chemicals sensibly, give up the hobby. The in¬
discriminate use of chemicals by a thoughtless
minority has resulted in a vigorous condemnation by
a well intended few. Read all instructions carefully
and consult reliable sources for your information
before it is too late.

Many years ago, we, as purchasers, were told by a
large midwest commercial grower that there was no
charge for the pests received on an order of plants
from his operation. In fact, he said, expect them and
you will not be disappointed if they are not there. To
me, this is a ridiculous attitude to have toward a
serious problem, and certainly no solution. This at¬
titude cannot be condoned. However, when in¬
dividuals who have expertise in other fields of
endeavor see fit to condemn a commercial grower for
so called Sick Stock, this cannot be condoned either.
It is strange how fast bad news travels as compared
with good news, for example . . . "Have you heard
about the problem that Idiotic Gardens is having? I
really don't want to spread gossip but I have a third
cousin who had first aid training in grade school and
he identified my problem as a Beta neuro micro
bacterial contamination, compounded by a cer-
cospurum side effect, this associated with a
cladosporium coagent, accelerated by TMV".
Sounds very impressive doesn't it?

To sum up, most problems are of a simple, un¬
complicated nature. Why not deal with them that
way?

OVERFEEDING

Overfeeding is worse than none at all.

Rooting Leaves

Mrs. W. F. (Jeanne) Hurlburt
9482 Easter Road
Miami, FL 3 315 7

I have found a handy way to root my African
violet leaves in water.

After saving the green plastic containers in
which I purchase berries and cherries, I cut the top
off down to the cross line, as in Photo 1.

remove top

Photo 1

Then I invert it in any square plastic food
container, deep enough to hold water.

green plastic
berry basket

container

water
Photo 2

Then I place my leaves in the top of the inverted
basket so that the stems are covered with water.

And when the roots form I have no difficulty in
extracting them from the berry basket and
planting them in my potting mix in small pots.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

17

Seasonable Suggestions

Anne Jinari

2325 Valley Road — Box 190
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

As glorious spring weaves its magic spell.

We relate to its mood and spirit as well.

Rejoice with Mother Nature after winter's wrath.

And acknowledge she can still do excellent math.

Springtime to me signals a new beginning. A fresh
opportunity, a new season for self-renewal, another
chance in striving to accomplish the unfinished grow¬
ing dreams of a previous year.

The summer of 1980 was indeed a treacherous one
with extreme high temperatures that continued over
most of the summer accompanied by high humidity
making difficult and uncontrollable growing situa¬
tions for many growers of our favorite plant. If you
came through the summer of 1980 with a large
percentage of your plants intact, consider yourself a
good grower and extremely fortunate. My phone
was a real hot line for so many who called in despera¬
tion for advise to save their plants and young stock.
As one little lady remarked with panic in her voice,
please help I'm having a melt down of violet leaves
right before my eyes!

One must be prepared to cope with extreme situa¬
tions of this kind. Begin with your soil. First find out
the pH of the soil you are using, examine plants
carefully to determine what is lacking to produce the
lush growth everyone strives for.

If your leaves appear very yellow in color it can be
an indication that soil lacks nitrogen, chlorophyll or
iron or plants could be victims of extreme, intense
light to cause this problem. On the other hand very
dull, dark foliage may indicate there is a phospherous
imbalance with a disasterous result of poor shallow
root growth that retards flowering. Plants that turn
yellow on the leaf edges can be a telltale sign of
potash deficiency.

We all depend on the excellent plant foods that are
on the market to supply the basic compounds and
trace elements which are mandatory in helping to
keep plants in a good growing condition.

Fluctuating spring temperatures seem to encourage
two very common African violet problems; powdery
mildew makes an unwelcome appearance at this time
of year. To have a group of plants being prepared for
show and suddenly discover this dreadful fungial
disease can cause great panic and irreparable damage
to your plants. Mildew usually appears as a film of
dusting powder on the backs of flower petals, on
buds, along the flower stalks and petioles and even
on the foliage. Mildew is always more prevalent on

plants that are crowded together where proper air
circulation is lacking. Tiny spores from this fungus
can travel in the air currents aided by high humidity
and improper air circulation and can infest plants in a
particular area in a short time. Should this occur it is
best to isolate the plants which show infestation and
begin treatment to eradicate this problem. Benolate
can be used by diluting Vz tsp. to a quart of water
and spraying plants affected. Karathane or Mildex
can also be used if you prefer at the dilution of V4
tsp. to a quart of water. Spray these materials at 7
day intervals, if severe repeat several applications,
then as needed. Try to correct growing conditions by
creating a bouyant atmosphere, plants should be
placed where good ventilation is present throughout
your growing area.

Thrips are another pest that attack African violets
and multiply rapidly during the spring season. These
tiny insects can be detected with a magnifying glass
usually on the blossom centers. Insects attack the
pollen sacs and pollen spills can be seen especially on
the dark colored blossoms. Streaked white coloring
in the blossom causing blossoms to drop prematurely
can also be a telltale sign of thrip problems. Upon
close examination they appear like tiny aphids as
small as an eighth of an inch but move very rapidly,
appearing wingless but when magnified one can
notice long fringe hair that makes them difficult to
identify. They possess piercing sucking mouth parts
that suck sap from flower or foliage and multiply
very rapidly, especially in dry hot weather.

When thrips are found on blossoms it is wise to
remove the blossom and flower stems and destroy
them before starting a spraying treatment on your
plants. Treatment can be done with 50% Malathion
or Orthene using the proportion of Va tsp. to a quart
of water and spray thoroughly repeating treatment
every 7 to 10 days, then regularly every few weeks to
help eradicate this pest.

Face the season with determination to understand
your growing problems and in doing so engage in a
good preventative program, be alert to problems and
conditions that will give your plants a better chance
to grow into healthy mature plants and strive to
grow better African violets.

Happy violeting.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

18

TALLY TIME — 1980

Mrs. John Chase (Mary) Reed
17124 NE 29th Place
Bellevue, WA 98008

NO. OF

REGISTRATION

AWARDS

VARIETY AND HYBRIDIZER

NO.

STANDARDS

35

Mark (Maas)

3007

23

Tommie Lou (Oden)

1744

18

The King (Maas)

2698

17

Tiger (Fredette)

3433

14

Amazing Grace (Soults)

2688

14

Ballet Marta (Fischer)

2899

14

Nancy Reagan (Rienhardt)

2167

13

Tina (Maas)

2680

13

Wonderland (Granger)

3419

12

Sugar Blues (Fredette)

3094

SEMIMINIATURES

26

Little Jim (Maas)

3005

14

Beginner's Luck (Prichet)

2803

10

Irish Angel (Annalee)

7

Barr's Blue Bird (Tichnor)

MINIATURES

5

Kuddly (Lyon)

3441

5

Midget Valentine (Champion)

2524

5

CoCo (Lanigan)

Tally Time is a listing of the varieties receiving the greatest number of total awards at shows during 1980.
The awards are for AVSA Collection Awards, Best of Show, Second Best of Show, Best Semiminiature, and
Best Miniature.

To assist in compiling further lists, please record the names of the varieties in your show which win the
above awards and send to Mrs. Mildred Schroeder, Affiliate Chairman, 1739 N 74th Court, Elmwood Park,
IL 60635.

♦

A Friend For All Seasons

(Epilogue)

Beth A. Mullinax
5590 Peachtree Court
Pensacola, FL 32504

It is difficult to imagine, that just last summer
my African violets were at the mercy of a Gulf
Coast summer without air conditioning. My story
was told in the January 1980 AVSA magazine.
Fortunately for me my story has a very happy
ending.

The loving care that my dear friend, Ann
Indermill, showed to my plants for nearly three
months, saved me from having to start from the
beginning again.

This past March, at the 4th annual show of the
AVS of Pensacola, was the final test of how my
violets would stack up to the other stiff competi¬
tion. Stack up well they did, as they earned me
2nd Best In Show, Best Single Blossom, AVSA
Gold Rosette, Best 'Heather Blue', Best Seedling
Sport or Mutant, and Runner-up Sweepstakes in
Horticulture with 35 blue and 8 red ribbons. In
the Design Division, I walked away with Sweep-
stakes, Best Arrangement, and Best in Design
Division.

I could not have done it without Ann's rescue
efforts. It was just one small way my violets and I
could thank her for her efforts. I can not think of a
nicer thank you than the big wins my plants
earned for both of us.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

19

Helpful Hints and Gadgets for
Growing Healthy African Violets

Mrs. L. E. (Jean) Campbell
125 N. Ripley St.

Alexandria, V A 22304

On the “scavenger” subject, we AV growers sure
do find inventive devices to help us. Here are some
that I have found to be helpful.

I wick water my plants with constant feed. I used
to use large plastic trays, with hardware cloth on the
top, for my reservoirs. But on my Flora-Cart, I found
it difficult stooping, bending and reaching to take a
plant out for special care, such as repotting, groom¬
ing, etc. Then it was even worse getting the wick
back through the hardware cloth holes, when I put
the plant back.

I now use individual margarine tubs. They're so
easy to move around - take off the Flora-Cart and
put back - plant and all. The tubs I use come from
Mrs. Filbert's corn oil margarine called "Com Oil
Spread 25" (meaning 25% less fat). This is not a
"plug" for Mrs. Filbert's margarine. My family just
prefers it over other brands. I especially prefer it now
because of the tubs. They are green, pretty, and are
very sturdy. They measure 5 inches in diameter and
about two and one half inches deep (holds 16 ozs.). I
cut a square hole in the center of the lid for the wick
to go through. A single edge razor blade does this
fine. Then I cut another hole on the side - for refill¬
ing. Also helps supply humidity, from the water
evaporating into the air around the plant. You can
peek thm this second hole to see when the tub has
become empty. I always empty and wash the tubs
out good once a month - at the same time I do my
plain water flushing. When I put in my constant feed
fertilizer (l/4th the recommended strength), I also
put in a tiny piece of an anti-algae tablet, obtained
where acquarium supplies are sold. Although I don't
think algae develops in these small green tubs, in my
opinion - if it wards off algae - it just might ward off
other "ailments" (?). I also put a little charcoal in my
reservoir water, as well as in my soil, to keep it fresh
and clean.

If you ever get tall medicine bottles, save em
-when they're empty, of course. It's a perfect thing to
use when "de-necking". That's a new word for it! In
case you aren't familiar with this terminology, it is
when those tall "swan's necks" on your plants get so
tall that you have to cut off the bottom part, together
with all of the roots and re-root the bare neck in
rooting medium. New roots will develop before too
long. After the neck cutting (and scraping it down to

the green part) operation, you can dip it in a rooting
hormone - if you wish - or dust the bottom of the
neck with sulphur or fermate. Then let it dry out for
an hour, more or less. Okay, you let it "rest" - but
where? I don't like to just lay it down - on it's side
-somewhere. Some of the top remaining leaves might
get broken. This is where the medicine bottle comes
in. Just put it in the medicine bottle (I emphasize a
tall one so it won't topple over), with the leaves
resting on the top and the neck down in the bottle.
Then you can leave it and get your pot and supplies
ready to repot it.

Another so-called "scavenger" - well, it's not ex¬
actly - unless you use hair coloring, but I discovered
empty containers that you can buy (to mix the hair
coloring) in the drug stores where the hair coloring
supplies are sold. They are from the Clairol Com¬
pany - called "Tint & Toner Applicator", and cost
less than 50 cents (5 oz. size). Their tops are pointed
-with a hole in the top - sort of like a ketchup
dispenser, except the top is very pointed and skinny
and an inch and a half long. If you water the plant
from the top, and I do flush out the fertilizer salts
with plain water once a month, I find this gadget so
very handy. You squeeze the bottle and the water
comes out in a very fine stream. You can hit all of the
soil without getting a drop on the leaves. Use
lukewarm water, of course.

Here's another idea I'd like to pass along. I've read
suggestions on using Shell Pest Strip in the "plant
room", giving protection against all kinds of critters
that like African violets for their diet. I've discovered
"Raid Solid" is very good! I just take off the cover
and sit it on my plant stand. It even looks quite at¬
tractive, at that. It is like those solid room
deodorizers. You don't ever have to touch the "stuff"
- inside the holder, so no chance of getting it on your
hands. It gives off an odorless vapor for about 4
months before needing another replacement.

Hope these ideas will help others, as they have for
me.

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OVER-FERTILIZING

Over-fertilizing can cause flowers to become scarce
even though leaves remain a dark green. Fertilize half
as often as usual and use a fertilizer lower in
nitrogen. (First number on label).

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

20

Mrs. C S. Hawley
3498 Sciotangy Drive
Columbus, OH 43221

November thru March

This issue marks the end of the third year for me as
the Question Box Editor. Your questions, during this
period of time, have been an opportunity for learn¬
ing and sharing for me. I have looked upon you, my
readers, as friends. Those of you who have written to
me have received answers to your problems which
have been sincere and as knowledgeable as the ex¬
perience and the education of the Hawley's could
give them. I think of this time as an association of
good friends learning and communicating together
and I consider it one of the most valuable and worth¬
while times of my life. It will be a memory to cherish
for many years to come.

My most earnest wish is that the rewards of our
relationship have been as profitable and pleasurable
to you as they have been for me.

Circumstances have changed in my life, as I am
sure that they have in yours, and because of these cir¬
cumstances it has become inadvisable for Mr.
Hawley and I to continue to transport the heavy let¬
ter files, typewriter, reference books and magazines,
that are needed for this task, back and forth between
Columbus and Southport, Maine every six months.
So, beginning with this issue, March, 1980, all ques¬
tions should be sent to our newly appointed Ques¬
tion Box Editor: Mrs. John (Nancy) Hayes of Bloom¬
field, CT. Nancy is a good friend of mine and I know
her to be well qualified to carry on the Question Box
tradition that was so ably established by our beloved
Anne Tinari. This was the standard that I set for
myself and Nancy will do the same.

However, because of the deadline dates of the
magazine this will not be my last column. The final
chapter will appear in the June issue and I look for¬
ward to visiting with you just once more.

Now — on to the questions!

Question — I am puzzled by a sentence you wrote
on page 13 in the September, 1980 issue regarding the
treatment of mites with hot water. You wrote
"Secure the root and soil around the top of the plant
with Saran Wrap so that the soil will not escape from
the pot. Then dip each plant completely into a bath
of hot water etc." Does this mean that I will have to
take the plant out of the pot? If I dip the plant into
the water, sans pot, do I put the entire plant in or do I
dip one end in — and which one?

Answer — In re-reading my column and the ques¬
tion about the hot water treatment I can understand
just why you could become confused. The purpose
of the plastic wrap is to hold the soil in the pot when
you turn the plant up-side-down to emerse it into the
hot water bath. You do not emerse the pot or the
soil; it is just the plant, especially the center, which
you are trying to treat. The plant remains in the pot
so the roots are not disturbed. You wrap the plastic
wrap around the stem under the leaves and over the
side of the pot. This should hold the soil during the
very brief time that a plant is dipped.

Question — My son is going to build shelves for
my African violets and I will have two 40 watt
fluorescent tubes for each shelf. How much space
should there be from the top of one shelf to the bot¬
tom where the violets will set? In other words, how
much space between shelves? I have heard so many
conflicting opinions about distance of light from the
top of the plant that I would like a "veteran's" opin¬
ion. I should say, an "expert's" opinion.

Answer — I think that the term "veteran" is the
correct term. I have certainly been in this violet
business for a good many years. The top shelf of my
violet room benches is 28" above the lower shelf. The
fluorescent fixtures that hang under the upper shelves
have adjustable chains so that they can be raised or
lowered when I find my plants are getting either too
much or too little light. The fixtures over the upper
shelves are suspended from the ceiling in the room
and provide for the same kind of adjustment. I think
that this is wise. To begin with you should adjust
your fixtures so that there is at least 10 inchs of space
between the top of the plants and the tubes. You may
find that you will need to raise them if your plants
show signs of too much light such as faded color in
the foliage and short petioles that cause bunching in
the center. At present most of mine are about 12
inches above the plants and I have them on about 12
hours per day. This, too, can be adjusted to suit the
needs of your plants.

Make very sure that the upper shelves are placed at
an easy workable height for you. Mine stand about
30" from the floor but I am a very short person and
those shelves are built for me. If they can be placed
so that you can work from both sides of the shelves it

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will be more convenient. I do not recommend three
tiered shelves unless you are going to grow a large
number of violets and there is a limited amount of
space. It is hard to work over a bench that is above
one's head. That requires the use of a step ladder and
there is danger of a fall.

Question — I read an article that said that the
fluorescent gro-lites were not any good for growing
violets after seven months. Could you tell me if this
true? I have four carts with 24 lights and it will soon
be seven months since I purchased them.

Answer — It is true that after a year's time any
fluorescent tube will lose about half of its effec¬
tiveness. This not only applies to the gro-lites but
also the cool white or warm white tubes. They will
still give you good service, however, but they will
have to burn longer each day and be placed closer to
the plants. This makes them less efficient because the
area they cover has been reduced and the amount of
energy used will be more.

Question — I have been growing violets only a
short time and have two huge plants; one of them has
a white violet and a pink violet in the pot and the
other one has a white violet and a purple one in it.
They are beautiful! But — I know nothing about
those things mentioned in your column in the
September issue. My biggest problem (aside from
understanding what a sucker is) is too many leaves
which want to grow "every-which-way" .

Answer — From your letter I assume that you
have more than one kind of violet planted in each
pot. This is not common practice for most violet
hobbyists. We prefer to grow them one to a pot and
let them become very flat and symmetrical. The light
penetrates much easier into the center of the plant
and this promotes more bloom. One leaf cutting will
usually produce more than one plant and these are
separated when they are very small and planted into
small pots (one in a pot). Violets are pretty grown as
you are doing but for violet shows they must have
only one single plant in a pot. Suckers are those little
plants that start to grow along the main stem at the
axil of the leaf. If they are allowed to develop they
will become so large that the symmetry of the plant is
lost. There will also be too many leaves forming and
this will cut down on the amount of light that reaches
the crown. Some of these excess leaves can be cut
away to permit more light into the center. It will not
harm the growth of the plant.

I know that for the beginner some of the terms
used seem foreign to them. Those of us who are
"veterans" sometimes forget that they can be con¬
fusing to the neophyte. So — for you people who are
beginning to grow violets seriously I offer these ex¬
planations for a few of the terms which were used in
the above mentioned column.

DOLOMITE LIME — This is a high grade of ground
limestone that contains a higher amount of magne¬
sium in it, one of the necessary minor elements
needed for good violet growth.
pH — This is the symbol used for determining acidity
and alkalinity. On its scale of 0 to 14, 7.0 is the
neutral point. Any figure above this is alkaline and
any below it is acid. Violets prefer a slightly acid
soil condition (6.4 to 6.9). Good plant growth is
adversely effected by soil that is either too acid or
too alkaline.

LEACH — This is the process of flushing away excess
fertilizer salts from the soil. Clear water should be
poured over the top of the soil until there is a full
run-off from the bottom of the pot. Repeating this
procedure two or three times at one hour intervals
is usually recommended. This drained off water
contains toxic amounts of salts and should be dis¬
carded AT ONCE. A plant should NEVER be per¬
mitted to stand in this water.

MILDEW — This is a parasitic organism that appears
as white or grayish powder which will coat the fol¬
iage and flowers causing cell damage. It grows in
conditions of high humidity and poor air circula¬
tion.

PETIOLE - The AVSA Handbook for Judges and
Exhibitors defines a petiole as, "the part of the
plant between the leaf and stalk, usually called the
stem."

MITES — These are small microscopic insects that
resemble spiders. They cannot be seen with the
naked eye. They cause damage to the small tender
leaves at the center of the plant giving them a dis¬
torted and stunted appearance.

SOILLESS MIX — This is a violet soil formula that
contains no soil such as clay or loam. Its principal
ingredients are spaghnum peat, vermiculite and
perlite. It is easy to prepare and because of its light
and humous consistency is an ideal growing me¬
dium in which to grow violets. These ingredients
are available at most garden centers and at some
supermarkets.

Question — My violet problem is: The plant rots
off at the soil level and sometimes you can see a very
small threadlike worm in the decayed part or else in
the soil; the worm is not very long and it is clear in
color. I sterilize my soil at 250 degrees until the center
of the soil mass reaches 180 then I hold this
temperature at the 180 degree level for 45 minutes. Is
this the right way? My soil is moist when I put it into
the oven. My soil formula:

3 parts peat moss
2 parts Baccto

1 part ground plastic (like in egg cartons)

Vi part charcoal

I fertilize with Va strength at every watering using

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Peter s violet fertilizer. I am losing many very nice
plants; they will die over night. The roots are almost
a red brown. Also — what is the difference between
the looks of the center of a plant with mites and the
one with fertilizer burn?

Answer — It is my opinion that the tiny worms of
which you write are only a secondary problem; there
is a soil organism that is working on the roots of your
plant, the worms would not destroy the plant so
quickly. In some way the soil has become re¬
contaminated causing the stem to rot at the soil level.
What this organism is I would have no way of
knowing, only a plant pathologist can tell you that.
My only recommendation that would be of any
value is to try a wide spectrum fungicide as a drench
on the plants that are not showing signs of expiring.
It is too late for those already effected. If plants that
you purchased were, by any chance, already con¬
taminated then even though they are transplanted
into sterilized soil it, too, will soon become con¬
taminated. Such organisms are very infectious and
can be transported from one plant to another on
one's hands. Also, all trays and saucers etc. on which
they are setting will be contaminated. They should
be scrubbed with a 10% solution of liquid chlorine
bleach. All pots should be soaked in this solution for
at least two or three hours; over night would be bet¬
ter. I would like to add that your soil may not be
porous enough for proper aeration. A heavy soil
will, at times, become too wet and soggy from too
frequent waterings. When this happens an ideal con¬
dition is created for disease organisms to grow. As a
suggestion, try adding one more part of perlite to
your soil mix. I know what this ground plastic is and
I prefer the perlite especially if you are cooking your
soil. The heat just might change the consistency of it.
I believe that you are cooking your soil too long; 30
minutes should be sufficient. That should kill any
organism or soil insect that might be present.

The results of over fertilizing or of mite damage
will show similar symptoms at the center of the
plant. But mite damage will appear quite hairy. On
careful observations, if it is salts, you will see tiny
granular deposits on the hairs of the center leaves.

Question — I am having a problem with my
violets; the bottom leaves turn brown and rot off; am
I watering too much? I use commercially prepared
soil which I found to be too heavy and so I have
added more perlite to it. I re-potted most of my
plants but I am still losing those bottom leaves and I
am stuck with those long necks. The standards are
the ones mostly effected; the miniatures do not seem
to have that problem. My violets are grown under
light with pebbles and water on the trays; they are
covered with a plastic tent.

Answer — The only thing that I can see that you

are doing wrong is enclosing your violets inside that
tent. The rest of your culture is good. Violets require
a certain amount of humidity but they also need
good air circulation. Carbon dioxide is essential to
good plant growth and it is being restricted by the
use of this cover. It takes only a short time for the
plants to use up the existing carbon dioxide inside
this tent. This limits the growth of your plants and
because they are not in an active stage of growth they
cannot sustain the outer, older leaves of your plants
in a good growing condition and they expire. I sug¬
gest that you remove the tent and give your violets
better air circulation. I do not think a fan is
necessary; just let them grow normally in the en¬
vironment that is surrounding them. Your miniatures
are smaller plants and they grow much slower so this
limited amount of carbon dioxide may not be ef¬
fecting them to the same degree as it does the larger
faster growing plants. In my opinion, good air cir¬
culation is more important than extreme amounts of
humidity.

Question — Recently, I put all of my violets on
wicks thinking that they should do better. Now I
wonder! Can they stay too wet when they are
wicked? Mine seem to be very wet. Is there a rule of
thumb for the size of the wick to use according to the
size of the pot? I do hope that you will answer in the
magazine and give any and all information on wick-
ing.

Answer — That is a "tall order" for any one who
does not grow her plants on wicks. I am a good
grower but also an "old fashioned" one; I water my
plants from the top of the soil when they need it.
This, in my opinion, keeps me more attentive to my
violets and consequently I can detect any change or
deviations in growth patterns before it becomes too
late. I answer many letters during a years time and I
will not be over-stating the fact if I tell you that over
half of the problems that are in the letters are for
violets that are being wick watered and fed. It is not
the panacea that some people think.

However, there are some people who do grow
them with great success by this method and one of
them is Mrs. Albert Blouw of Grand Rapids,
Michigan. You will find her excellent article in the
November 1978 issue of the African Violet Magazine
Vol. 31, No. 5, page 47. If you do not have this issue,
it can be purchased from A VS A Office,

Mrs. Clarice Bell, Mgr.
P.O. Box 1326
Knoxville, TN 37901

The cost is $1.25.

In this article the writer says she waters her plants
from the top with clear water once a month. I would
like to add that the plants should not come into con¬
tact with this water. The wick should be lifted out of

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23

the containers and when the plants have finished
draining this water should be thrown out and fresh
new fertilizer solutions added before the wicks are
returned to them.

Question — I grow my violets on pebble trays
with the top of the plants 10" -11" below two 40-watt
tubes, one warm — one cool for ten hours a day. I
water with distilled water with Va strength Peters
12-36-14 fertilizer. Some are on wicks, some I water
from the top. They are in the bedroom, so I don't
think that they are subject to gas fumes. In spite of
this almost textbook treatment I continue to have
one problem with them. No matter what the season
the outer leaves start to turn a reddish brown around
the edges; this progresses to the center; sometimes it
starts as brown spots. There is some puckering on the
under side of the leaf. The brown part, again on the
underside appears almost oily. Only after the whole
leaf turns brown does it dry out. The damage to a
leaf is never partial and for this reason I usually pull
off the leaf as soon as I see the browning start. The
plants put out new growth regularly and the centers
seem normal, so far. They have a few flowers of
good size. This has effected all my plants. I cannot
detect any insects and I do spray with a garden spray
every six weeks which does not help. I have tried to
do everything right and all I end up with is plants
that look like scrawny chickens with long necks!

Answer — Except for the use of distilled water I
cannot see anything wrong with your violet culture.
Distilled water does not contain any of the minerals
which are usually found in regular drinking water.
Some of the minerals are trace elements which are
needed for good plant growth. If they are not added
to your soil or are not in the fertilizer which you are
using, then you may have a deficiency. This could be
a contributing factor to the poor growth of your
plants. However, the real problem does not fit into
any of the usual categories.

Although I am not familiar with foliar nematodes
and their effect on African violets, the symptoms
sound very similar to what I have read about them
and have seen on other kinds of plants. So I talked
with Dr. Charles C. Powell of the OSU plant
pathology department. He has recently been given a
grant from the Boyce Edens Fund for research on the
foliar nematodes as it effects African violets. (See
page 31, A VS A November, 1980 African Violet
Magazine Vol. 33, No. 5) He would not give me a
definite diagnosis to your plant problem but he is
suspicious.

These microscopic creatures are impossible to
eliminate with products available at the present time
and they spread quickly. Dr. Powell says that there
are two types which may be infecting African violets.
The symptoms are similar to your description and

are characteristic of one of the two species that he is
studying. He mentioned these reddish brown colored
spots and noted that they cause a sunken look at the
areas around the veins and near petioles of the
leaves. The oily appearance is very symptomatic of
one type of foliar nematode the other specie that he is
working on will show symptoms similar to cyclamen
mites with the curling down of the leaves.

He has suggested to me that you send him one of
your plants. Pack it carefully in a box that is heavily
insulated with newspaper. Roll the plant tightly in
newspaper and add lots of crushed paper around it so
that it will not shift or become crushed in the mailing.
Send the plant to him.

Dr. Charles C. Powell
Dept, of Plant Pathology
Ohio State University
1735 Neal Ave. Columbus, OH 43210
(Q.G. Editor's note — Dr. Powell has suggested that
anyone who might have a plant showing such symp¬
toms as mentioned above would be contributing in a
valuable way to his work if they would send this
plant, packed as described above, to him. I cannot
guarantee a response from him but, never-the-less, it
will be very valuable to the research that he and his
colleague are doing.)

Remember that the new Question Box Editor is
Mrs. John Hayes
Wintonbury Violet Cellar
9 Cobblestone Rd.

Bloomfield, CT 06002

Please send all future questions to the above address.

We will meet, I hope, in San Francisco.

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From a Violet

Addie Lienau

Huntsville, Alabama

One can learn about life from a violet . . . And ferns
and begonias too — ... But it isn't a case of what
you want. . . To find out what a violet can do. . . .
Tho there's room on your favorite table ... It may
be true there's no light; . . . Find a spot with some
sun if you're able, . . . The violet will bloom there
all right. . . . It is just the same with our loved ones,
... Be they children, a spouse, or a neighbor; . . .
Each has needs, not the same, but think of one —

. . . Fill it! Ah! the rewards are well worth the labor.
... So keep the violets blooming, . . . Tend them
daily and fill them with love. . . . Just remember
that it is what they need, . . . And not what you
might think of.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

24

Affiliate ‘appenings

Lyndall Owens
377 Guilford Park
Conroe, TX 77302

(ATTENTION AFFILIATES: The Magazine will list only top honors received at your shows. This will include: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette). Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette). Best in Show, Second Best in Show, Best in Design, Best Trailer, Best Miniature, Best
Semiminiature, Best Gesneriad, Sweepstakes winner.)

Many of you continue to send in too much information, which we cannot print because of lack of space. Please read following writeups
and follow similar style when sending in your shows.

Winners of LEVITTOWN AVS 4th annual show, "From Sea to
Shining Sea" were as follows: Best in show. The King', 2nd Best in
show. Best trailer, 'Pixie Blue', 2nd Best AVSA Collection (Purple
Rosette), 'Beginner's Luck', 'Kuddly', 'Cherry Hill', Best miniature,
'Little Love', Best semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck', Horticulture
Sweepstakes, Runner up Design Sweepstakes, Anne Lee; Best AVSA
Collection (Gold Rosette), 'Tommie Lou', 'The King', 'Affectionate',
Best arrangement, 'Yukon Trail', Best in Design Division, Best artis¬
tic planting, "Fisherman's Wharf", Design Sweepstakes, Runner up
Horticulture Sweepstakes, Beryl Wood; Best gesneriad, Aesch.
'Black Pagoda', Joan Borgatta; Best windowsill, 'California', Joyce
Hardecker; Educational exhibit, Giselle Wennes.

THE NUTMEG STATE AVS OF Connecticut held its annual
show, "Festival of Holidays", under the show chairman, Mrs. Albert
Rourke. Winners were: Queen of show, 'Ballet Anna', Runner-up,
Fredette, 'Sugar Blues'; AVSA Collection (Gold Rosette), 'Sugar
Blues', 'Tangela', 'China Pink', Mrs. Ann Butler; AVSA 2nd Collec¬
tion (Purple Rosette), 'Abagail Adams', 'Wendy', 'Alouette', Mrs.
Harry Heverling; Best Miniature, 'Reflections'; Best Semiminiature,
'Dancing Doll', Mrs. John Gorman; Best in Design, "Father's Day",
Mrs. Nancy Hayes; Best Gesneriad, 'Pink Velvet', Mrs. Alice
Stramandole.

The ROCKY MOUNTAIN A VC held its annual show "Violets
and Verse" with these winners: Retta Hamilton, AVSA 1st Collec¬

tion (Gold Rosette), 'Thumbles', 'Bionic Pink', 'Little Lou', AVSA
Sweepstakes, Runner-up to Best of Show, 'Little Jim', Best
Miniature, 'Wee Hope', Best Semiminiature, 'Little Jim'; Yvonne
Hodgson, AVSA 2nd Collection (Purple Rosette), 'Pixie Pink', 'Pixie
Blue', 'Rusty's Trail', Runner-up to Sweepstakes, Best Gesneriad, 'E.
Ember Lace', Best Trailer, 'Lucky Lou'; Nell-Sue Tyson, Best of
Show, 'Mark'; Avalonne Kosanke, Best of Design; Dorene Fussell,
Runner-up to Best of Design.

"Election 1980" was the theme for the TALLAHASSEE NIGHT
AVS 4th annual Mini show with the following winners: Queen of
Show, Best in Horticulture, 'Montgomery Belle', Joyce Gentry;
Runner-up to Queen, 'Spritely', Best Miniature, 'Spritely', Pansey
Green; Best in Design, "Energy", Margaret Okerson; Best variegate,
'Heather Blue', Madeleine Martin; Best Gesneriad, Episcia
'Cleopatra Sport', Robin Bryan. Show chairman, Gary L. Henry.

TROY ALABAMA AVS annual show "A Fall Fantasy of African
Violets" was held in Troy with these winners: AVSA Collection
(Gold Rosette), 'Blue Viceroy', 'Peach Frost', 'Painted Orchid', Best
Semiminiature, 'Star Chips', Mrs. Cleo Speights; Best in Show,
'Ballet Marta', Donal Dunbar, Jr.; Runner-up to Best in Show,
'Crystal Dixie Babe', Best miniature, 'Crystal Dixie Babe', Best
Gesneriad, Columnea 'Sylvia', Sweepstakes Winner, Dr. Horace
Nelson; Best in Design, "A Fantasy in Pink", Mrs. Nell St. John; Best
Trailer, 'Pixie Blue', Mrs. Brantley Wiley.

♦

Preserve Your Prize Blossoms

Ms. Mary LaClair
R.D. 1, Youngs Rd.

Vernon, NY 13476

Ever have a lovely violet and wish you could
frame it?

1 have found that African violet blooms stay very
well after they have been dried in silica gel preserving
sand. Their size and form are perfectly preserved.
Only their delicate color is changed; but the outcome
is still lovely. It is always nice when a plant is resting
to see one of its lovely productions.

These dried lovelies can be arranged on a piece of
paper to form a bouquet and then framed. An oval
frame gives a certain old fashioned feeling.

When I see a flower that I would hate to see disap¬
pear and when it is ready to fall from the plant, it is
gently saved and put into a silica gel or "Flower Dri"

filled small plastic dish with a tight fitting lid, and
then nestled into and gently covered with the silica
gel.

Two or three days later, I carefully shake the dish
until the flower is visible and remove it.

These I save and when a 'special' birthday card or
get-well card is in order, I find that one or two dried
blooms gently glued on the left side of a card with a
little note lends a special personal touch. To a shut-in
it almost makes them feel like they've paid you a visit
by just seeing your violets again. On a special birth¬
day card it seems to say "I'm happy to share the hap¬
piness that my violets bring".

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

25

PINK

MIRIAM

STEEL

(Photo by Schroeder)

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

PLANTS

By

GRANGER

GARDENS

CALAIS

(Photo by Foote)

RING A DING

(Photos by D. Champion)

PINK POPPY

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27

from the "Uliffl-IIlaiii"

Mrs. Sidney (Ellie) Bogin
Chr. Miniature and Semimini Class
39 Boyd Street
Long Beach, NY 11561

FALL SHOWS

AFRICAN VIOLET STUDY CLUB OF HOUSTON,
Houston, TX

Gold rosette — Teeny Weeny', 'Wee Bells', 'Little
Love' — Candy Russell

LEVITTOWN AVS, Wantagh, NY

AVSA Purple rosette — 'Cherry Hill', 'Kuddly',
'Beginner's Luck'; 2nd Best in show, best mini trailer
— 'Pixie Blue'; Best mini — 'Little Love'; Best semi —
'Beginner's Luck' — Anne Lee

NEW YORK STATE AVS, Rochester, NY
Am. Best mini — 'Bahamian Sunset' — Betty Tap¬
ping; Am. Best semi — 'Dear Ellie' — Betty Tapping;
Com. Best mini — 'Little Ellen' — Ellen Graves;
Com. Best semi — 'Blue Sprite' ~ Ellen Graves

NUTMEG STATE AVS, Wallingford, CT

Best mini — 'Reflections'; Best semi — 'Dancing
Doll'; Best mini trailer — 'Twilight Trail' — Linda
Gorman

OHIO STATE AVS, Mansfield, OH

Best mini — 'Midget Valentine'; Best semi — 'Irish
Angel'; Best mini trailer — 'Lora Lou'; Mini
Sweepstakes — Emilie Savage

SUBURBAN AVS FRIENDS, San Mateo, CA

Best in show. Best semi — 'Irish Angel' — Jane
Clay; Best mini — 'Redwood City' — Jane Clay

INSTEAD OF AVSA. This is an AVSA project and
all checks must be made out to the society!

LAST MINUTE SHOW CHECKS - Have you;
made sure that your plants are sparkling clean? A
teaspoon of white vinegar in a pint of warm water,
applied with a soft brush or sponge will remove
traces of stubborn dirt or fertilizer residue, if they
have not been on too long. A spray or mist of warm
water will then make them shine.

made sure all nubs have been cut close to the
peduncle? All faded blossoms removed?

removed all props or picks? Gently brought the
peduncles up through the stems of the leaves so the
blossoms stand up and form a bouquet or crown?

made sure no neck shows and the plant is centered
in the pot?

checked the size of the plants within 6" and 8" em¬
broidery rings?

removed all old, yellowed, spotted leaves and bare
stems from your trailers?

made sure you have a minimum of three crowns
on the trailer?

put your name on the pot and cover with
aluminum foil, dull side out?

fixed boxes for transportation? Discarded plastic
cleaner bags make wonderful nests for the plants and
they won't shift.

If you have been giving your plants continuous
care and have observed all of the above, perhaps you
may be one of the deserving winners heading this
column. Good luck and don't forget to send the win¬
ner into me.

The 1978 Miniature and Semiminiature Culture
and Variety list is available for $2.50. It will include
the 1979, 1980 supplements. If you want just the sup¬
plements, send a self-addressed stamped envelope.
PLEASE make ALL CHECKS OR MONEY ORDERS
payable to AVSA! Canadian and other out of coun¬
try members use U.S. money orders and allow a little
extra to cover postage.

I have put the above information on top instead of
the bottom of the column. I feel too many people
don't read it very thoroughly. Eight out of ten checks
I receive have been made out to me or my husband

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Sorry About That!

In the November Magazine, p. 66, we listed the
wrong address for Lloyd's African Violets. It should
be 2568 E. Main St., Cate, NY 13033. We failed to list
Virginia Pacilli in the Commercial Members too. Her
address: 124 Smith St., Apt. 4K, Freeport, NY 11520.
Also, Jim's Plant Farm, Hwy. 30 West, Roans
Prairie, TX 77875. We are sorry about this so will
you please make these corrections in your list of
Commercial growers.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

28

^ c9~ooie on

lit

By Grace Footed

. QU

I guess by the time you receive your March

magazine, you'll be getting everything in readiness
for the A VS A Convention/ Show in San Francisco.
Just had a note from Pauline Bartholomew of Port
Hueheme who was mighty thrilled to have served as
a judge at the FIRST judged show for the All Saint-
paulia Club of Japan in Tokyo. Incidentally she's also
to be on our program in San Francisco and maybe
she'll tell us about conducting two three-hour
seminars — one on culture and one on judging —
while she was in Tokyo . . . Yolanda Johnson,
10280 S.W. 121st Street, Miami, FL 33176 moving
from Marietta, GA and hoping friends will contact
her at her new address since she likes to trade violets
and correspond with other AVSA members . . .
Virginia L. Kriebel, 627 Gypsy Ave., Staton, VA try¬
ing to locate Forrest Richter's hybrid, 'Audrey^, listed
in the 1975 Master List. If you know where she can
obtain a leaf or a plant, let her know . . . Melissa
McLemore, 322 Bedford Ave., Birmingham, AL
35226 pleased to learn about Lynda Ballou's double
blooming 'Alice Marie' since Melissa has a 'Red
Flickeri doing the same thing as described in Sept.
1980 A VS Magazine . . . Judy Partain coming over

from Haines City, FL to see what Texas growers have
on the market. While in the Lone Star State she
visited with Ray and Hortense in San Antonio, Ken¬
neth Frobese in Boerne and Linda Ray in College Sta¬
tion. "What a group of great people and hospitality
just wonderful!" she said. Did ya ever go to a doctor
completely well and have the book thrown at you?
That's what happened to me? I went over to Houston
with two good — seeing eyes, when the doctor ex¬
amined 'em he found deteriorated retinas in both
eyes. So into the hospital I went. The doctor tried
"freezing" them. It worked on the right eye. I got out
of the hospital. Then the next stop was "buckling"
the left eye. Back to the hospital in Houston. After a
long healing process and a weekly visit to the
doctor's office, further surgery was needed for
removal of cataracts. So that's the story of my eye
surgery . . . and if you don't think Lyndall Owens is
a perfect "Assistant to the Editor" you're in a class by
yourself. She took over like an old "pro" and you'll
have to give her credit for the magazine being as in¬
formative and as beautiful as it has been! Aren't you
glad we have TWO Editors instead of just one? I am.
Thanks a million, Lyndall.

Amendment
To AVSA Bylaws

An amendment to the AVSA Bylaws is to be of¬
fered at the AVSA 35th Convention in San Fran¬
cisco, CA, on Saturday May 23.

The amendment pertains to ARTICLE VL Terms
of Office and reads as follows:

"Amend by striking out Section 2 of Article VI and
substituting in lieu thereof the following:

The terms of officers shall be one (1) year or until
their successors are elected and each term shall begin
at the conclusion of the annual convention at which
they are elected excepting that of the directors, which
shall be governed by Section 2 of Article V. No
elected officer shall serve more than two (2) con¬
secutive terms in the same office excepting the
secretary and treasurer whose terms may be
unlimited and the directors who shall not succeed
themselves."

Day Dreaming

Mrs. Vemer Williamson
504 Williamson Lane (Pace)

Milton, Florida 32570

I dreamt I was a Yellow A.V. . . . For all the world
to see . , .1 was magnificent in all my splendor . . .
and as proud as I could be . . . My parents were just
ordinary folks . . . but chosen with greatest care
. . . And when at last I came to be . . . There was
Joy beyond compare . . . My colors were exquisite
... as lovely as could be . . . The world was
ecstatic . . . And all because of me .

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NEED DARKNESS

Always remember that African violets must
have a rest period. From 12 to 18 hours of
darkness won't be too much.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

29

BEST

BEAUTIES

from

BAKEB'S

VALENTINE

TBAIL

ZAP

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

30

Such
Lovelies

from

Sandra
Leary

Hybridized
and Photographed
by Sandra Williams

RIPTIDE

LARGO

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

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AFRICAN VIOLET SOCIETY OF AMERICA, INC.

35th Annual Convention

May 17-May 23, 1981

Sheraton Palace Hotel

San Francisco, CA Theme: San Francisco Memories

PROGRAM SUMMARY

REGISTRATION HOURS

Sunday: 7-9:30 pm Tuesday: 7-10 am Thursday: 7 am-5:30 pm

1-3 pm
6:30-9:30 pm

Monday: 7-10 am Wednesday: 7 am-10 pm Friday: 7-11 am

1-3 pm 3-5 pm

6:30-9:30 pm

TOURS

Monday,

May 18, 1981

Depart

Return

Tour A

— Napa Valley Wine Country (lunch incl.)

8:30 am

5:30 pm

Tour B

— Muir Woods, Sausalito, Oakland, Berkeley and Botanical Gardens

(lunch incl.)

9 am

4:30 pm

Tour C

— City Tour

11 am

2:30 pm

Tuesday, May 19, 1981

Tour D

— Roaring Camp Railroad and Historic California (lunch)

8:30 am

5:30 pm

Tour E

— Deluxe City Tour and Bay Cruise (lunch not incl.)

9:30 am

4:30 pm

Tour F

— Muir Woods, Giant Redwood Trees, Sausalito

1 pm

4:30 pm

Tour G

— Dinner and Show Tour

6:30 pm

—

Wednesday, May 20, 1981

Tour H

— Muir Woods, Sausalito, Oakland, repeat of Tour F (lunch incl.)

9 am

4:30 pm

Tour 1

— Napa Valley Wine Country, repeat of Tour A (lunch incl.)

8:30 am

5:30 pm

Tour J

— Deluxe City Tour and Bay Cruise, repeat of Tour E

(lunch not incl.)

9:30 am

4:30 pm

Thursday, May 21, 1981

Tour K

— Marine World (lunch not incl.)

9 am

5:30 pm

Tour L

— Muir Woods, Giant Redwood Trees, Sausalito (repeat)

1 pm

4:30 pm

Tour M

— City Tour (repeat of Tour C)

11 am

2:30 pm

BOARD MEETINGS

Tuesday: 8 pm to adjournment; Wednesday: 9 am to adjournment; Saturday: 11 am to adjournment

JUDGING SCHOOL

Wednesday: Registration 7:45-8 am; Lecture 8 am to 12 Noon; Examination 2-3:30 pm
Teacher: Mrs. Frances Young

ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING

Saturday morning: 9-11 am

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CONVENTION SHOW INFORMATION

Classification and Entries;

Wednesday; May 20, 1981 Convention workers ONLY 7-9 am
May 20, 1981 Amateur and Commercial 9 am-9 pm
Thursday: May 21, 1981 Artistic Division for replacement of dying blossoms ONLY
Committee available to check out entries;

Friday; May 22, 1981 12 Midrtight-1 am
Saturday; May 23, 1981 8-10 am
Commercial Sales Room Open;

Wednesday; May 20, 1981 10 am to 10 pm
Thursday; May 21, 1981 9 am to 5 pm

May 21, 1981 9 pm to Midnight
Friday: May 22, 1981 9 am to 5 pm

May 22, 1981 9 pm to Midnight
Judges and Clerks:

Thursday; May 21, 1981 9-10 am Instruction

May 21, 1981 10 am Judging show begins, amateur and commercial
Convention Show Open;

Thursday: May 21, 1981 Photography for Library and African Violet Magazine ONLY 4:30-9 pm
May 21, 1981 9 pm to Midnight

Friday; May 22, 1981 9 am to 5 pm Public and A VS A Members
May 22, 1981 9:30 pm to Midnight A VS A Members only

May 22, 1981 6 am to 7:30 am Show Room open for all photography for registered convention
members only.

SOCIAL HOURS, MEALS AND PROGRAMS

Hospitality;

Monday; May 18, 1981 1:30 to 5 pm and 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Tuesday; May 19, 1981 2~5 pm and 8-10 pm

Wednesday; May 20, 1981 10 am-10 pm

Thursday; May 21, 1981 10 am to 5 pm

Friday; May 22, 1981 10 am to 12 Noon 3-5 pm

Wednesday: May 20, 1981 8-10 pm Social Hours, Nostalgic Slides by Gus Becker

'Ten Years of Memories" (first show 8 pm, second 9:30 pm)
Thursday: May 21, 1981 5:30-6:30 Reception and Happy Hour — Cash Bar — Punch
Thursday: May 21, 1981 6:30 to 9 pm Dinner, speaker Mr. Ray Hassek, "Soil, Water and Fertilizer" ■
Friday; May 22, 1981, 12:45 Luncheon, "New Introductions" Mrs. Duane Champion

5:30-6:30 pm President's Reception and Happy Hour, Cash bar. Punch
6:30-9:30 pm Banquet presentation of Awards

NOTE: On Thursday there will be a golf tournament for any golfer. Bring golf dubs. More details on
bulletin board.

WORKSHOPS

NOTE: Entrance tickets required for all workshops except on Saturday. See reservation form. No charge.
Breakfast workshops are marked on reservation form. Please do not make reservation unless you
really mean to use it.

Monday; May 18, 1981 Publications Committee Meeting, 9 pm to adjournment
Thursday; May 21, 1981 Teachers' Workshop and Breakfast (Teachers ONLY) 7--8:30 am
#1 Underwater Arrangements, Mrs, Mary V. Boose, 7:30-8:30 am
#2 Miniatures — Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow, Mrs. Lee Home, 9:30-10:30 am
#3 Growing Show Plants California Style, Mrs, E. T. Bartholomew 11 am-12 Noon
Friday; May 22, 1981 Judges Workshop and Breakfast (Judges in good standing ONLY) 7-8:45 am

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#4 How to Put Together a Good Schedule, Mrs. Wayne W. Schroeder 9-10 am
#5 Kinetics & Contrived Flowers Using Violets, Mrs. Lawrence E. Rosenfield 10:15-11:15 am
Commercial Members Breakfast Workshop 8 am-12 Noon

Parliamentarian available for conference — Mrs. Jack Yakie, check at Registration desk, 3:30-4:30 pm
Affiliate Editor's Meeting, Mrs. H. N. Hansen, Chairman "Learn the Tricks of the Trade" 3:30 pm to
adjournment
Saturday: May 23, 1981

9-11 am Business Meeting; Workshop "What for and How to Use Insecticides", Mrs. M. G. Gonzales

" - # -

"Courage Pays Off For Oxnard Woman"

Pauline Bartholomew
60 W. Fiesta Green
Port Hueneme, CA 93041

The foUowing story is from the Ventura County (California) Star Free Press:

"The sounds of the sideshow barkers, mingled with Mrs. Shipley held Miss Callens' hand while speak-

the omnipresent background music and the voices of
thousands of people, all undeniably add to the flavor
of the Ventura County Fair — or any other fair, for
that matter.

Imagine for a minute that same Fair, except there is
absolutely no sound, everything is dim and blurry,
and you can see only a small part of what's in front of
you. Add to that the inability to speak or commu¬
nicate, and the Fair just doesn't sound like much fun.

But for Aline Callens of Oxnard, this year's Fair is
one she'll probably always remember. Not only is
Miss Callens legally blind; but she is also a deaf mute.
But more importantly, she was a winner at the Fair.

The Oxnard native, a descendant of the pioneer
Callens family of Ventura County, was first-place
winner in the African violet competition in the
Horiculture section. And in addition to winning a blue
ribbon for her pure-white violet, she was awarded a
special honor by the Ventura County Fair Board for
her participation and ability to overcome a severe han¬
dicap in taking first place.

The plants are judged on symmetry, blossoms, the
care put into the plants, and the purity of the color of
the leaves and blossoms. For a person who is legally
blind to be able to know just which plants to enter in
the Fair is amazing, as attested by the large crowd
gathered to congratulate Miss Callens.

Miss Callens, who had been a member of the Ven¬
tura County African Violet Society since April 1971,
does all the work in raising the flowers. She grows
them inside the home she shares with her brother
Remie, painstakingly watering and pruning the plants
and decorating them for shows and sales.

"She's a very special lady," said Jean Shipley, presi¬
dent of the society. "We're very proud of her. She's
very special to all the members of the club," she said.
"She not ordy sells her plants at shows and sales, but
she also shares her plants with other dub members,"
Mrs. Shipley continued.

ing, explaining that the first-place winner gets very
nervous when surrounded by strange faces. But when
it came time to smile for a photographer. Miss Callens
picked up on her cue.

Miss Callens, who is also a life member of the
African Violet Society of America, won the blue rib¬
bon and silver tray for her 'White Elf', a plant with
large, lush, green leaves and frilled white blossoms."

Aline Callens

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34

Hanrey L. Stone
. . . President

Miss Florence Garrity
. . . Treasurer

Mrs. J. A. W. (Ann) Richardson
. . .1st Vice President

Mrs. Frank (Anne) Tinari
. . . 2nd Vice President

Mrs. Ross V. (Emma) Lahr
. . . Secretary

Mrs. Julia Bell
. . . Director

James M. Loya
. . . 3rd Vice President

Mrs. Mildred Gonzales
. . . Director

Mrs. John A. (Nancy) Hayes
. . . Director

Gladys Hudnall
. . . Director

Mrs. James Savage
. . . Director

A VS A Officers To Be Elected

The Nominating committee will present the following slate of officers for 1981-1982 at the annual business
meeting in San Francisco, CA May 23, 1981.

Harvey L. Stone, Marblehead, MA, for nomina¬
tion as President. Mr. Stone is currently finishing the
term of President for Adeline Krogman who had to
resign for health reasons. He is a skillful
photographer and has made many innovations to the
improvement of the Library while serving as its able
chairman. He has also been a Board Member. He is
an active judge and has served as secretary of the Bay
State Judges Council. He is a member of the North
Shore and Bay State AV Societies. He and his wife
own and operate Harbor Town Flowers of

Marblehead. He is a retired Air Traffic Controller. .

Mrs. |. A. W. (Ann) Richardson, Tavares, FL, for
nomination as first vice president. Mrs. Richardson
writes the "Beginner's Column" in the African Violet
Magazine. Before moving to Florida her home was in
Massachusetts. She is a charter member of the Bay
State A VS and served this society as president. She
was also show chairman for the Boston Convention
in 1967 and the Convention Chairman in 1976 in
Atlanta. She has served A VS A as secretary and at
present she is the Convention Program Chairman.

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35

She is a Life Member, a teacher and also a Lifetime
Judge. She has a long history of participation in
violet affairs. She has founded four clubs, including
one in the Bahamas.

Mrs. Frank (Anne) Tinari, Huntingdon Valley,
PA, for nomination as second vice president. African
violets have been a very important part of Anne's life
for many years. She attended the first African Violet
Convention, was a member of the first Nomenclature
Committee, attended the first Judges School, which
was held in Dayton, OH and has been a judge since
1951. She is best known as columnist for the
Seasonable Suggestions, and former writer for the
Question Box. She is an honorary member of the
Philadelphia A VS and the Syracuse A VS. She has
served one term as Director and was elected to serve
again in 1979. She is a Life Member, Lifetime Judge
and Judging School Teacher. She has received many
honors and awards during her work in and with
African violets. She is the author of the book, "Our
African Violet Heritage", which is dedicated to The
African Violet Society of America.

James M. Loya, Farmington, NM, for nomination
as third vice president. Mr. Loya has served as an
A VS A Director. He is a member of the Library com¬
mittee. Jim is Media Coordinator for Farmington
High School. A graduate of East Texas State Univer¬
sity, he holds both a BS and M.Ed., is a Key Club
member of Sigma Delta Chi, a Society for Profes¬
sional Journalist, and a member of the Order of the
Red, Red Rose of New Mexico. He has been a part-
time instructor at the San Juan Branch College of the
University of New Mexico in photography and
teacher education. He has also served as state
delegate to many regional and national symposiums
and conventions.

Mr. Loya is a charter member and was the charter
president of the Desert Night AVS of Farmington. A
life member and A VS A judge, he has judged at local,
state and national shows. He belongs to the Lone
Star AV Council in Texas. He is a grower and seller
of African violets.

"It is my hope that I will be able to visit as many
A VS A affiliates as possible during this year of service
to our great society. With my summers relative free, I
hope to travel to the west coast and return through
mid- America on my way home to see my parents."

Miss Florence Garrity, Roslindale, MA for
nomination as treasurer.

Miss Garrity is employed as a foreign teller with
the First National Bank of Boston. This business ex¬
perience has been a great asset to A VS A while she
has served as treasurer these past years. She has also

been a Board Member and she was chairman of the
1976 Boston Convention. She is a Life Member of
A VS A and has served as a member of the Member¬
ship and Promotion Committee. She is founder and
past president of Trimount AVS, a member of Bay
State, Nutmeg, Rhode Island, and New York AV
Societies. She has been a director of the
Massachusetts Horticulture Society where she
presents an A VS A exhibit in the society's annual
spring show.

Mrs. Ross V. Lahr (Emma), Littleton, CO for
nomination as secretary.

Mrs. Lahr served as Convention Program Chair¬
man for five years; as Best Varieties Compiler for
four years and also served two years as a Board
Member. She is an A VS A Lifetime Judge and Judging
School Teacher; a Master Gesneriad Judge and
Gesneriad Training School Teacher and also a
Master National Council Judge. She is a professional
registered parliamentarian. She helped to organize
several African violet clubs in Denver and served as
president of the Rocky Mountain African Violet
Council. She is the recipient of an AVSA Honorary
one-year membership. The Ruth Carey Award and
the Continuing Service Award.

Mrs. Julia Bell, Bay Shore, LI, NY for nomination
as Director, 1981-1984. I bought my first African
violets in 1953. They were limp and I watered them
well. Very short lived violets! I went to my first show
in 1956 to ask questions. Learned that I really knew
nothing about them. Violets have been a major part
of my life ever since. She is an AVSA judge and a Life
Member of AVSA, a long time member of the Mini
committee. She gives many talks at African violet
clubs, libraries. Horticulture Societies etc. promoting
African violets and AVSA. She has judged and
worked at many AVSA conventions. Is an active
member of N.Y. State AVS (convention chairman
1973), V. Pres. Sweet Water AVS, Dir. Nassau AVS
and a very busy judge. Loves to travel especially to
AVSA conventions. Is a former banker, specializing
in Trust Dept., a graduate of American Institute of
Banking.

Mrs. MOdred Gonzales, San Jose, CA for nomina¬
tion as Director, 1981-1984. African violets have
been a very important part of my life since 1956,
when I left the business world. Attended first con¬
vention at French Lick in 1961. Has encouraged
AVSA participation in her state by lecturing to all
societies in Northern California. Served as President
of Santa Clara AV Club twice. Northern California
Council, and Northern California Judge's Council.
Served AVSA Membership and Promotion

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36

1965-1971, Chairman of Best Varieties Column
1971-1977. Served as A VS A Director for one term.
Received an Honorary Membership for one year in
1972, also Continuing Service Award in 1976. Is a life

member of A VS A and served as Convention Chair¬
man in San Francisco in 1971.

Mrs. John A. (Nancy) Hayes, Bloomfield, CT for
nomination as Director, 1981-1984. Nancy has been
a member of the Board of Directors, Library Com¬
mittee and author of slide commentaries, A VS A
Lifetime Judge. A member of A VS A, Canadian,
Dixie, Nutmeg State, Bay State, Windsor African
Violet Society, Bay State Judges Council. She has
served as past president of the Windsor A VS club,
past program chairman of Nutmeg State, past presi¬
dent of the Bay State Judges Council, chairman of
Windsor African Violet Society annual spring judged
violet show. Nancy is married to John A. Hayes, Jr.
and has three children, ages 18, 12, 10. She works as
a registered nurse, night supervisor for a Convales¬
cent Home. Is Childbirth Education Coordinator at
John Dempsey Hospital, at the University of Connec¬
ticut Health Center. Nancy will be serving the
African Violet Magazine in 1981 as -'Question Box"
columnist.

Gladys Hudnall of Austin, TX for nomination as
Director 1981-1984.

She was convention chairman for A VS A, Austin,
1978 and is presently serving as A VS A Judging
School Registration Chairman. She has been growing
violets 30 years and member of First Austin A VS for
13 years serving in various offices including presi¬
dent. She helped organize Lone Star African Violet
Council (state) and was vice pres., is an AVSA judge
working on lifetime status, is pres, of Central Texas
Judges' Council, member of Dixie A VS, and 1st vice
pres. Austin Area Garden Council.

She was head of Home Economics in Austin Public
Schools for many years, then Food Service Super¬
visor at U of T Womens Res. Halls for 1500 girls.

Gladys thinks the nicest way to stay young and
happy is to grow African violets and enjoy the
friendship of other violet lovers and plant enthusiasts
through AVSA.

Mrs. James S. Savage Chillicothe, OH, for
nomination as Director 1981-1984. My love affair
with African violets began in 1947 when I received a
violet as a gift for our first apartment in Atlanta,
Georgia, 1947 also being the year that Jim and I were
married. Having had a successful career as an in¬
surance adjuster in Charlotte, NC, the city in which I
grew up, I was looking for another challenge. Eager
to know more, I attended the first AVSA show in

Atlanta in 1947 and have been growing them ever
since.

A friend took me to some of the members. I was
invited to join and entered my first show and win¬
ning my first blue ribbons in 1957. I became an
African violet judge in 1958. We were transferred
back to Atlanta in 1959 and I became a member of
the Saintpaulia Study Club where I eventually served
as Vice-President and President.

Columbus African Violet Society of Columbus,
Ohio is the closest affiliate to my home. We have 12
meetings a year but it is worth it. I have served as
Vice-President and am now President of our dub. I
have, also, served as President of Ohio State Judges'
Council and on the Board of Directors of the Ohio
State African Violet Society. I am, also, a Lifetime
member of AVSA, lifetime judge and judge's teacher.

- ♦ - - - -

Flower Forcing
Myrtle Hilty
Box 51

Sandia Park, NM 87047

Feel I must reply to Marshall Wheeler's question,
"What do people in the 'know' think of the statement
in Commercial Flower Forcing that many varieties of
African violets are trash?"

I believe I'm qualified to reply. I received a degree
in Floriculture while Alex Laurie was "Prof" at Ohio
State University. I was also a friend and fellow stu¬
dent of D. C. Kiplinger.

I've been acquainted with African violets since
Blue Boy and have grown them from Maryland to
New Mexico and in between for thirty-five years.

I think the statement sounds just like Kip saying
that there are too many African violet introductions
that are not really new varieties.

For instance I have a plant that is a look-alike of
"Amazing Grace" pictured in the Nov. A.V.
Magazine. My plant developed from a leaf of
"Cherry Tarts", has come true for several generations
but I'm sure that one of these years a leaf will once
more produce a true "Cherry Tarts"! I've had a pink
with green edge "Baby's Lace" for ten years. Two
years ago one plant bloomed that was once more
white with a pink edge.

Since I grow African violets for my own pleasure I
rather enjoy their unpredictability. But there has
been too much hybridizing. I like to buy a dozen or
so leaves to start. If sixty percent come true I think
Fm doing well.

I was pleased to see that most of the pictured new
varieties in the Nov. magazine were singles and
semidoubles.

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37

COMING

EVENTS

MAR. 1-2 FLORIDA — The Central Florida AVS will hold an
unusual first in African violet judging when two International Judges
from Sao Paulo, Brazil and London, England do the judging. This is
the 8th annual violet show held at the Continental Resources Co.,
Winter Park.

MAR. 6-7 LOUISIANA - First New Orleans AVS will hold its
8th annual show, "Wrap It Up With Violets" at the Oakwood Shop¬
ping Mall. Mar. 6, 1-9 p.m.; Mar. 7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission is
free. Mrs. Mary Engel president.

MAR. 7-8 ALABAMA — Capital City AVS of Montgomery's 2nd
Annual Show, "Glimpse into the Past with Violets", at Montomery
Garden Center, Hillcrest, 1632 South Court Street, Montgomery.
Mar. 7, 2-6 p.m.; Mar. 8, 1-5 p.m. Open to public with no admission
charge. Show chairman. Miss Doris Till, 347 Ogden Rd., Mont¬
gomery, and co-chairman, Mrs. Barbara Strock, Rt. 1, Box 209,
Elmore.

MAR. 7-8 LOUISIANA — The Baton Rouge AVS annual show
will be held at the Baton Rouge Garden Center, 7950 Independence

Blvd., Independence Park. Mar. 7, 2-6 p.m.; Mar. 8, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

MAR. 7-8 TEXAS — Corpus Christ! AVS judged show/sale
"Violet Nostalgia" at the Corpus Christ! Council of Garden Clubs
Building, 5325 Greely, No admission. Show chairman, Mrs. Renai
Baker, Cochairman, Mrs. Jan Thornton.

MAR. 11-15 TENNESSEE - Nashville AVC will be exhibiting at
the Tennessee State Fair Grounds, in the Lawn and Garden Fair,
Nashville, TN. Mrs. Thomas Brakebill, President.

MAR. 14 TEXAS — The Magic Knight AVS of San Antonio will
hold its annual AVSA judged show/sale in the Central Park Mall.
Entitled "Violets — Delights of the Orient", open to the public. 10

a.m.-5 p.m. Plants and supplies will be sold. Cecilia Stark show
chairman, Sarah Villarreal, president.

MAR. 14-15 TEXAS — Violet Harmony Club, Fort Worth annual
flower show, "Showing Our Stuff" at the Botanic Gardens. Mar. 14,
1-4 p.m.; Mar. 15, 1-3 p.m. No admission. Mrs. L. A. Rex, show
chairman.

MAR. 21-22 CALIFORNIA — Trustana AVS will present its 2nd
annual show/ sale at Trustin Community Center, 300 Centennial
Way, Trustin. Mar. 21, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Mar. 22, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Ad¬
mission free. Co-ordinator, Ralph Breden. Information, Vivian
Morgan (714 546-9619).

MAR. 21-22 LOUISIANA - Jefferson AVA 4th annual judged
show/ sale at the Archbishop Chapelle High School, Veterans Hwy.
and Montana St., Metairie. Mar. 21, 3-8 p.m.; Mar. 22, 10 a.m.-4
p.m. Debbie Schulingkamp, show chairman. Free admission and
open to the public.

MAR. 21-22 MISSOURI - The AVC of Greater Kansas City,
presents its 30th annual show, "Spring's Rainbow of Violets" at
Loose Park Garden Center, 5200 Pennsylvania, Mar. 21, 10 a.m.-5
p.m.; Mar. 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jim and Judi Britton, Show chairmen,
Myra Bacharach, President.

MAR. 21-22 NEW YORK - The Sweet Water AVS will present

its 6th annual show and plant sale, "Violets Go To School" at the
Hauppauge Middle School, Townline Road and Lincoln Blvd.,
Hauppauge. Mar. 21, 2-7 p.m.; Mar. 22, 12 noon-6 p.m. Carolee
Olsen and Jane Hiltz are show cochairmen.

MAR. 21-22 TEXAS — The First Austin AVS will present its 15th
annual judged show/sale, "Around the World with African Violets"
at Austin Area Garden Center in Zilker Park. Mar. 21, 10 a.m.-5
p.m.; Mar. 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The public is invited and admission is
free.

MAR. 27-28 NEW JERSEY - Union County Chapter AVS' 28th
annual show/sale, "A Gallery of Violets", at All Saints Episcopal
Church Parish Hall, 559 Park Ave., Scotch Plains. Mar. 27, 6-10
p.m.; Mar. 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mrs. Donald Riemer, Chairman.

MAR. 2B-29 CALIFORNIA - The San Fernando Valley AVS will
hold its annual judged show/ sale at the Topanga Plaza Mall, Conoga
Park, CA with theme "Violets International". Mar. 28, 10 a.m.-6
p.m.; Mar. 29, 12 noon-5 p.m.

MAR. 28-29 RORIDA - AVS of Fort Walton Beach will hold its
2nd annual show/sale, "Springtime with Violets" at Santa Rosa
Mall. Mar. 28, 12:30-8 p.m.; Mar. 29, 12 noon-3 p.m. Debbie Meier,
Chairman. Supplies will be available.

MAR. 28-29 KANSAS — Wichita Air Capital Society of AV
presents "Visions of Beauty" annual show/sale at Curtis Junior High
School, 1031 S. Edgemoor — 5 blocks south of Kellogg (US 54). 10
a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free admission and parking. Sharon Adams show
chairman.

MAR. 28-29 TEXAS — The Fort Worth AVS will present its 19th
show, "Flying High With Violets" at Fort Worth Batonic Garden
Center. Mar. 28, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Mar. 29, 1-3 p.m. Public invited.

APR. 3-4 NEBRASKA — The Lincoln AVS will have their annual
show/ sale at the Gateway Auditorium, 65th and O St., in Lincoln.

Apr. 3, 5-9 p.m.; Apr. 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free to the public.

APR. 3-4 NEW JERSEY - The AVC of Trenton will hold its 30th
annual AV show at the Grace Saint Paul's Episcopal Church, East
State St., Ext., Mercerville. Theme will be "A Sweet-Shop of
Violets".

APR. 3-4 NEW JERSEY - The Bergen County AVS of Ridgefield
will hold its 24th annual show and plant sale entitled, "Upstairs,
Downstairs", at the Old North Reformed Church, Washington and
Madison Avenues, Dumont. Apr. 3, 4-10 p.m.; Apr. 4, 10 a.m.-5

p.m..

APR. 3-4 TEXAS — - Alpha AVS of Dallas 3rd annual judged
show/sale, "All Aboard Violet Express", at Big Town Mall, In¬
terstate 20, Mesquite. Apr. 3, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Apr. 4, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Show chairman, Mrs. Suzanne Roberts.

APR. 3-5 NEW YORK — The Mohawk Valley AVS will present
their annual show with John G. Peck serving as their president.
Times to be announced later as well as the place for the show.

APR. 4 TEXAS Astro AVC of Houston will present its spring
show "Something Borrowed, Something Blue", at the Cypress Creek
Christian Community Center, 6811 Cypress Wood Dr. Mrs. Dolly
Boyd and Mrs. Patricia DeFloria, show cochairmen. For more infor¬
mation about the show contact Mrs. C. Patrick Bell.

APR. 4-5 FLORIDA — The AVS of Pensacola annual show/sale,
"Violets Go International", at Pensacola Garden Center, 1900 No.

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Ninth Ave. Apr. 4, 3-8 p.m.; Sale 1-8 p.m.; Apr. 5, 12 noon-5 p.m.
Sale 12 noon-4:30 p.m. Public invited, admission free. Peggy Walsh,
show chairman.

APR. 4-5 LOUISIANA — Sundowners AVS will hold its first
show, "Violets in Tigerland", New Baton Rouge Garden Center,
7950 Independence Blvd., Baton Rouge. Apr. 4, 2-6 p.m.; Apr. 5, 11
a.m.-5 p.m. Show chairman, Mary McFarland. The public is in¬
vited. No admission charge.

APR. 4-5 IOWA — Evening A VC of Des Moines annual show,

"Violets 'Round the Clock" at Des Moines Botanical Center, 909 East
River Dr. Apr. 4, 12 noon-5 p.m.; Apr. 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Plants for
sale, public invited. J. B. Kuhler, show chairman.

APR. 10-11 ILLINOIS - The AVS of Northern Illinois will hold a
judged show at the North West Federal Savings and Loan, 4901 W.
Irving Park Rd., Chicago. Theme "Violets in an Old Fashion Way".
Apr. 10, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Apr. 11, 9 a.m.-l p.m. Show chairmen,
Adele Johnson and Virginia Beatty. Public invited.

APR. 10-11 MASSACHUSETTS - The Merrimack Valley AVS
annual Spring show at the Grace Episcopal Church Hall on Garden
Street, Lawrence, with theme "The Bloomin' of the West". Apr. 10,
1-9 p.m.; Apr. 11, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is free and the public is
invited. Kathy Ouellette, show chairman.

APR. 10-11 NEW YORK — The AVS of Staten Island will have
their 22nd annual show at the Great Kills Moravian Church, Staten
Island. Theme "A Bloomin' Violet Mystery". Chairmen, Mrs. Sigi
Stockhammer and Mrs. Primrose McVey. President, William

Sorensen.

APR. 10-11 TEXAS — "Texas African Violet Hybridizers" will be
the theme of the First AVS of Denton when they hold their show at
the Flinn Hall, First United Methodist Church, 201 S. Lucust. Apr.
10, 1:30-7:30 p.m.; Apr. 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mrs. John F. Curry is
show chairman.

APR. 10-12 MINNESOTA - AVS of Minnesota will hold its 30th
annual show, "Violet Festival", at Maplewood Mall, Hwy. 694 and
White Bear Ave. during the Mall hours. Mrs. Monroe Trapp, show

chairman.

APR. 10-12 TEXAS - The First Nighter AVS of Dallas will hold
its annual Spring show "Violets Make Beautiful Music" at North-
town Mall, Webbs Chapel Rd. and the LBJ (1-635). Apr. 10, 12
noon-10 p.m.; Apr. 11, 10 a.m.-lO p.m.; Apr. 12 12 noon-4 p.m.
Show chairman, Mrs. Pat Monroe, President, Mrs. Susan Whitaker.

APR. 11 CALIFORNIA - Granada Hills AVS exhibit and plant
sale will be held in the Townhall of the Balboa-Mission Shopping
Center, Balboa Blvd. and San Fernando Mission Blvd. Culture infor¬
mation, plants and supplies. Apr. 11, 10 a.m.-S p.m. Come visit us.

APR. 11-12 ALABAMA — AVS of The Wiregrass, Enterprise
show/sale, "Sing a Song of Violets", at Enterprise State Junior Col¬
lege. Apr. 11, 2-6 p.m.; Apr. 12, 1-5 p.m. Public invited. No admis¬
sion. Show chairman, Julia Johnson.

APR. 11-12 ALABAMA — Montgomery AVS' spring show,
"Violets in the Wild, Wild West" at Southern Homes and Gardens,
Montgomery. Show chairmen, Betsy Roerch and Nancy Wezunas.
No admission. April 11, 2-6 p.m.; April 12, 1-5 p.m.

APR. 11-12 CALIFORNIA - Capital City AVS pre^nts "Violets,
A Fine State of Affairs" at Shepard Garden and Art Center, 3330
McKinley Blvd., Sacramento. Apr. 11, 2-6 p.m.; Apr. 12, 10 a.m.-5
p.m. Eva Yost, Show chairman. Open to the public. No admission.

APR. 11-12 CALIFORNIA — Ventura County AVS will hold its
judged show/sale, "A Portrait in Color" at the Ventura County Fair
Grounds, McBride Bldg. Apr. 11, 1-5 p.m.; Apr. 12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Show Chairman, Florence Naylor, Admission charged.

APR. 11-12 CONNECTICUT The Windsor AVS presents
"Africa: The Home of the African Violet" at the Windsor Public
Library, 323 Broad Street, Windsor, April 11, 2-5 p.m.; April 12, 10
a.m.-4 p.m. Public is welcome, admission free. There will be African
violets for sale.

APR. 11-12 GEORGIA — The Georgia State AVC will stage its
3rd annual show/sale "Georgia Violet Carnival", at Gainesville Civic
Center on Green St. (Highway 129). Write or call Chairman Randy

Cox for details; phone 404/536-3588, Rt. 2, Box 159, Oakwood,

Georgia 30566.

APR. 11-12 NEW YORK - The AVS of Syracuse will hold its
29th Spring show "Violets In Style" at the Rockefeller United
Methodist Church, 350 Nettingham Rd., under the direction of show
chairman Mrs. Janet Lettermeser. Apr. 11, 2-7 p.m.; Apr. 12, 12
noon-5 p.m. Amateur and commercial classes, large design section
and plant sale. Open to the public.

APR. 11-12 NEW YORK Long Island AVS presents its 27th an¬
nual show, "Violets for Fun In '81" at Rockville Centre Recreation &
Community Center, 111 Oceanside Rd., (north of Sunrise
Highway), Rockville Centre. Apr. 11, 2-7 p.m.; Apr. 12, 12 noon-6
p.m. Show chairman, Ms. Dolores O'Sullivan.

APR. 11-12 OREGON — The Portland AVS will hold its annual
Spring show, "Eruption of Violets", at the W.O.W. Hall, 1847 SE
Clinton St., Portland. Apr. 11, 2-7 p.m.; Apr. 12, 12 noon-5 p.m.
Admission is 50c. Children free. For more information, contact
Anna MacNeill, 7504 SE 30th, Portland.

APR. 11-12 WISCONSIN - The Green Bay Area AVS will hold
its 5th annual show/sale, "Violets are Moments to Remember" at
Port Plaza Mall — upper level — Downtown Green Bay. Apr. 11, 10
a.m.-5 p.m.; Apr. 12. 12 noon-5 p.m.

APR. 17-18 ALABAMA — The AV Study Club of Birmingham
will present its 16th annual show/plant sale at Garden Center
Building, Botanical Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham.
Apr. 17, 2-5 p.m.; Apr. 18, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Parking and admission
free. Show chairman, Gladys Holcomb.

APR. 18 TEXAS — The Green Thumb AVC of San Antonio will
hold their Spring show/sale at McCreless Mall at Southcross and
New Braunfels St. They also plan to have another show May 9th.

APR. 18 TEXAS — The Moonlight AVC of Fort Worth will hold
their 4th annual show, "Easter Parade of Violets", at North Hills

Mall in Richland Hills. H. Owens, president, Margie Carmichael,

Show Chairman.

APR. 23-25 WISCONSIN — Milwaukee AVS annual show/ sale at
the' north end of Mayfair Shopping Center Mall, located at West
North Ave. and Mayfair Rd. Theme, "Milwaukee and The African
Violet". Jeannine Achauer, show chairman, Dorothy Fossum,
Cochairman.

APR. 24-26 MINNESOTA - North Star AVCs 4th annual
show/ sale at Southdale Shopping Center, 66th and France Ave.
South, Minneapolis. Apr. 24, 12 noon-9:30 p.m.; Apr. 25, 9:30
a.m.-6 p.m.; Apr. 26, 12 noon-4 p.m. Retha Johnson and Caroline
Fleisch, Cochairmen.

APR. 25-26 ILLINOIS — Twin Cities AVS of Bloomington-

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Normal's annual show, "Violets in Springtime" at Miller Park
Pavilion in Bloomington. Public invited. Admission free. Chairman,
Jean Brooks, 106 S. Bellemont Rd. Bloomington 61701. Apr. 25, 1-5
p.m.; Apr. 26, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

APR. 25-26 NEW YORK — The 25th annual judged Spring
show/sale of the Greater New York A VS in the auditorium of the
Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing, NY. This will
be the 25th anniversary with a theme "Silver Reflections". Apr. 25,
2-6 p.m.; Apr. 26, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission is free to the public.
Mrs. Judy Bielskas, Chairman, Mrs. Sophia Grieves, Cochairman.

APR. 25-26 NEW YORK - The Utica AVS will hold their show at
the Our Savior Luthern Church, 1640 Genessee St. Theme, "Violet
Reflections". Chairman, Marion Harrington, Cochairmen, Susan
Shaffer and Mary Dimitriadis.

APR. 25-26 WISCONSIN — Green Thumb AVC judged show,
"It's Always Time for Violets", YWCA, Beloit. Apr. 25, 11 a.m.-5
p.m.; Apr. 26, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Public invited. No admission. Show
chairman, Marty Thomas, Beloit.

APR. 30-MAY 2 PENNSYLVANIA - AVS of Springfield Del.
County, "The Greatest Show on Earth" at Strawbridge & Clothier
Community Room Pavilion on the lower level, Baltimore Pike,
Springfield. Apr. 30, 3-9:30 p.m.; May 1, 10 a. m. -9:30 p.m.; May 2,
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Eleanor Wood and Frances Cooper, Cochairmen.
Public invited. Admission Free. Plants for sale.

MAY 1-3 OHIO — The Springfield AVC will hold its 3rd annual
show/ sale "An Explosion of Color" at the Springfield Upper Valley
Mall, May 1, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; May 2, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; May 3, 12
noon-5 p.m. Show chairman, Mrs. Christine Bowlus, Cochairman,
Mrs. Lesley Savage.

MAY 2 NEW YORK - The Mid-Island Chapter of Hobby
Greenhouse will hold an all day seminar at the Planting Fields Ar¬
boretum Cafeteria, Oyster Bay, Long Island, NY. May 2, 9 a.m.-3
p.m. Advance registration. Contact Russ Sinfield, 36 Jerome St.,
Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for further information.

MAY 2-3 CONNECTICUT — Naugatonic AVS annual judged
Spring show at Boothe Memorial Park Hall, Main St. (Putney),
Stratford. Exit 53-S off Merritt Parkway. May 2, 2-5 p.m.; May 3,
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Edne Rourke, chairman. Public invited and no ad¬
mission.

MAY 2-3 NEW YORK - Paumanok AVS 2nd annual judged
show/ sale, "Classics on the Bookshelf" at Vanderbilt Elementary
School, Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, NY. May 2, 2-7 p.m.; May 3, 12
noon-6 p.m. Chris Petersen and Melanie Weber, Cochairmen.

MAY 2-3 PENNSYLVANIA - AVS of Philadelphia to hold its
22nd annual judged show at Plymouth Meeting Mall, Germantown
Pike and Hickory Road, Plymouth Meeting. May 2, 1-9:30 p.m.;
May 3, 12 noon-5 p.m. Show cochairmen, Jim Klawitter and Tom
Seiler. Public is invited. Admission free.

MAY 2-3 PENNSYLVANIA - The Lower Bucks County AVS
will present its 7th annual show "Violets, Win, Place and Show" at
Pomeroy's Department Store, Community Room, Neshaminy Mall.
May 2, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; May. 3, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Cochairmen, Mrs.
Fay Chadwick and Mrs. Connie Baer.

MAY 2-3 UTAH — AVS of Utah will present their 29th annual
show/ sale, "We've Come A Long Way, Babe", at the Garden Center
Building, 1602 East 21st South, Salt Lake City. May 2, 1-6 p.m.;
May 3, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Judging begins at 9:30 a.m.. May 2nd.
Show chairman, Ilene M. Jorgensen, Cochairman, Ruthann Lloyd.

MAY 7-9 OHIO — Tri City AVC will present their 16th annual
judged show/ sale "African Violets From A to Z" at Piqua East Mall.
May 7, 1-9 p.m.; May 8, 10 a.m. -9 p.m.; May 9, 10 a.m. -6 p.m. Ad¬
mission free. Mrs. Norman Bradney, show chairman.

MAY 8-9 MARYLAND - The Baltimore AVC will hold its an¬
nual show/ sale "Violets Travel The World" at Hutzlers Department
Store, Dulaney Valley and York Roads, Towson. May 8, 3-9 p.m.;
May 9, 10 a.m. -6 p.m. Plant sale proceeds to benefit School of The
Chimes for Mentally Retarded Adults.

MAY 8-9 OHIO — The Parmatown AVC announces their 21st
annual show, "Violets Are Something Special", at Parmatown Mall
Shopping Center at Ridge and Ridgewood Drives, Parma. May 8,
1-9:30 p.m.; May 9, All day.

MAY 8-9 TENNESSEE - The Mid-South AVS annual show/sale
at Southland Mall, Hwy. 51 South. Theme, "A Rainbow of Violets".
May 8, 10 a.m. -10 p.m.; May 9, 9 a.m. -10 p.m. Public is invited. No
admission. Show chairman, Tonia Reschke.

MAY 8-9 WISCONSIN — Annual Mother's Day display and sale
"Clowning Around With Violets" by the Evening Violeteers AVC at
Crossroads Mall, Junction of Highways 29 and 51, Wausau. May 8;
9 a.m. -9 p.m.; May 9, 9 a.m. -5 p.m.

MAY 8-10 KANSAS — Bright Petals AVC of Great Bend presents
their annual judged show/sale, "Violets in Springtime" in the
Highland Manor Motel Gold Room, 3017 West 10th, Great Bend,
May 8, 10 a.m. -5 p.m.; May 9, 10 a.m. -8 p.m.; May 10, 12 noon-5
p.m. Admission free. Show chairman, Janine Kelley.

MAY 9 NORTH CAROLINA - AVS of Charlotte's "Mother's
Day Plant Sale" at Cotswold Shopping Center Mall, Randolph and
Sharon — Amity. 9:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m. Eva Harp, chairman.

MAY 9-10 NEW YORK - North Star AVS will present its 2nd an¬
nual show and plant sale at St. Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church,
Greenlawn. Theme for the show is "A World of Violets". Ann
Nahodyl, Show Chairman. May 9, 2-7 p.m.; May 10 1-6 p.m.

MAY 16-17 ALABAMA — The Evening Violet Club of Bir¬
mingham will present their 1st African violet show, "Dance Around
The May Pole", at the Botanical Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Rd. The
show is free and open to the public. Mrs. John McTyeire, President;
Tommy Massey, Show Chairman.

NEW OFFICERS

PLEASE — don't send your new officers
names to the Editor. She has no use for them!
Send them to Mildred Schroeder, Affiliate
Chairman. The president's name is printed
with the list of Affiliates in the November
Magazine.

AVS SHOWS

Please send names of top winners of your
AVS shows and the winning violets to Lyndall
Owens, 377 Guilford Park, Conroe, TX 77302.

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Adele Tretter, Registrar
4988 Schollmeyer, St. Louis, MO 63109

(NOTE TO REGISTRANTS: The Editor would like
to use color slides of your newly registered violets in
the Magazine. Use only light backgrounds. Dark
slides cannot be reproduced. Send original color
slides to Editor with name of plant and name of
hybridizer.)

The following registrations have been received during the period
from September 30, 1980 through November 30, 1980

CREOLE BELLE (4089) OVW-E 3 df S 10/9/80
CRESCENT CITY (4090) D-RW-E 39 df S 10/9/80
DESIRE (4091) M-P 3 dL 10/9/80
DIXIE BELLE (4092) PX 57 d S 10/9/80
FLAMBEAU (4093) V 3 d L 10/9/80
GLEEFUL (4094) M-PW-E 3 d LlO/ 9/ 80
HAPPY CHARMER (4095) D-P 29 df S 10/9/80
JAZZ CITY (4096) R 7 df S 10/9/80
NAUGHTY THOUGHTY (4097) OVW-E 2 df S 10/9/80
NOLA (4098) W 3 d L 10/9/80
PICK-A-LILY (4099) W 3 dLlO/9/80
PIRATE'S ALLEY (4100) D-RX 378 d S 10/9/80
PONCHA TRAIN (4101) L-BX 3 df L 10/9/80
REED'S DIXIE MOONBEAM (4102) L-P 2 d L 10/9/80
SPRING FIESTA (4103) L-P 3 d L 10/9/80
VICTORY (4104) D-B 2 df L 10/9/80

The House of Violets, 936-940 Garland St., SW, Camden, AK 71701

LITTLE JACK HORNER (4105) RX 25 d S-M 11/10/80

PLUSH ‘N PRETTY (4106) L-PG-E 3 df S 11/10/80

Edd S. Smith, 3191 South Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63118

BERRY SPLASH (4107) PX 27 d S 11/10/80
DOT AND DASH (4108) PB 27 s S 11/10/80
DOTTED SWISS (4109) PX 27 d S 11/10/80
RAMBLIN' LAVENDER (4110) O 27 d S-T 11/10/80
LACY TRINKET (4111) WB 57 s S-M 11/10/80
LILAC FLIP (4112) OX 57 df S 11/10/80
MIDGET CORSAGE (4113) WB 27 d M 11/10/80
MIDGET RICRAC (4114) WP-R-E 57 s M 11/10/80
NEON RAINBOW (4115) PR-E 27 sc S 11/10/80
PERIWINKLE TRINKET (4116) WR-P 79 d S-M 11/10/80
PURPLE VELVET (4117) V27 s S 11/10/80
RAMBLIN' PINK (4118) P 27 d S-T 11/10/80
ROCKET (4119) L-PX 27 d S 11/10/80
SEEING STARS (4120) L-PX 27 sc S 11/10/80
SILVER CRINKLES (4121) WB 57 d S 11/10/80
TINSEL TOWN (4122) PW-E 57 df S 11/10/80
TRINKET SEAS (4123) D-BW-E 378 d S-M 11/10/80
WHITE LIGHTNING (4124) W 357 df S 11/10/80
Champion's AV, 8848 Vanhousen Rd., Clay, NY 13041

SOUL FOOD (4125) D-PX 2s S 11/10/80

Cal Iskra, 4700 Sherwood, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

DREAMS AND WISHES (4126) PXO 2 sc S-M 11/14/80
HOWDY MA'AM (4127) L-PO 35 sc M 11/14/80
SUNSHINE (4128) L-PW 25 s S-M 11/14/80

Candy Russell, 278 Maple Valley, Houston, TX 77056

BUGGS (4129) B 257 S-D L 11/17/80

Jeannie A. Bain, 1004 Hazel Way, Flagstaff, AZ 86001

LLOYD'S JOANN (4130) W-B 29 s S 11/19/80
TWICE PINK (4131) P27 dS 11/19/80

Lloyd's AV, 2568 E. Main, Cato, NY 13033

RICHTER'S BETTY (4132) M-P 2 s-df S 11/28/80
RICHTER'S HARA (4133) D-P 2 s-df S 11/28/80

Claire Byerly, 1525 Lincoln PL, Calumet City, IL 60409

RICHTER'S FIRST LADY (4134) WP 2 d S 11/28/80
RICHTER'S LIBERTY LADY (4135) L-DX 2 s-d & d S 11/28/80
Rosemarie Burback, 15233 Stony Island Ave., Dolton, IL 60419

RICHTER'S DOROTHY (4136) M-P 2 s-d S 11/28/80
RICHTER'S FAR STAR (4137) M-P 2 s-dc S 11/28/80

Connie Romanow, 15408 Linden, Oak Forest, IL 60452

ITSA (4138) WB-E 25 sf S-M 11/29/80

SPECSTASY (4139) OV 2 dc S-T 11/29/80

Jackie Johnson, 15955 Union Ave., Los Gatos, CA 95030

BARBARA ELKIN (4140) D-R 27 d S 11/29/80

Everett Hammond, 3917 Copeland Lane, Fremont, CA 94538

RESERVATIONS

The following reservations have been received during the same
period as above.

BILLY CRASH CRADDOCK (10/2/80)

Reserved by Pat Robinson, 1641 Bruce Ln., Green Bay, WI 54303

VERY VERY * VERY GRAPE * TOM EDWARD *
TAFFY * SWEET MAGIC * SUPER STARS * SOMETHING
PRETTY * PLUM ROYAL * OUR HOPE * MY STARS
* LOWERY * LOVEY MINE * LILAC LADY * GLACIER
BLUE * FIRST PLACE * REED'S FANCIFRILL * DIXIE
SNOW * DIXIE CHARM * COTTON QUEEN * COLONIAL
BELLE * CORAL ROSE * BIG APPLE (10/28/80)

Reserved by House of Violet's, 936 Garland St., SW, Camden, AK
71701

SHOGUN (11/18/80)

Reserved by Alma Hummer, 10606 Sun Flower Lane, San Antonio,

TX 78213

CORRECTIONS

MINTY MOMO Changed from Standard to Semiminiature.

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REGISTERED AFRICAN VIOLETS

The African Violet Society of America, Inc.

December 1, 1979 to December 1, 1980

AVSA Registrar Mrs. Fred Tretter
4988 Schollmeyer
St. Louis, Missouri 63109

All varieties registered from 1949 through June 1, 1976 may be found in the MASTER VARIETY LIST
VOLUME No. 3.

Registration List publishes name of Applicant.

Code: Color, Leaf Type, Flower Type and Plant Size.

COLOR

B-Blue

C-Multicolor

(2 or more colors)
D-Dark
E-Edge
G-Green
L-Light
M-Medium

O-Orchid, Mauve,
Lavender
P-Pink, Rose
R-Red, Maroon,
Plum, Burgundy
V- Violet, purple
W-White, Cream,
Blush

X-Two-tone, 2 hues
of same color
Y- Yellow

An asterisk* means a change

LEAF TYPE

1- Longiflolia or
spider

2- Plain, Tailored

3- Quilted

4- Girl, Semigirl

5 - Ruffled, Fringed
Wavy, Fluted

6- Supreme

7- Variegated

8- Spooned,
Ovate,
Cupped-up

9- Pointed
0-Compound

or Piggyback

FLOWER TYPE
a-Single
d-Double
s-d-Semidouble
c-Star shaped
f-Fringed, Ruffled
s-t-d-Single to double
w-Wasp type

PLANT SIZE

M-Miniature (6" or under)
S-M-Semiminiature (6 "-8")
S- Standard (Over 8")
L-Very Large (Over 16")
M-T-Miniature Trailer
S-T-Standard Trailer

A

Abigail Adams, 3226, 9/29/77, 1. Fredette, L-BX 2 s-dc S
About Face, 3070, 12/10/76, Mrs. P. W. Kiesling, D-RW-E
23 df S

Abracadabra, 3288, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, OV 45 s-dc S
Adeara, 3975, 6/2/80, Pat Tracey, P 27 s MT
Adeline Krogman, 4010, 7/12/80, Tinari GH, P 39 s-df S
African Queen, 3530, 11/1/78, D. J. Good, R-V 35 s S
Afterglow, 3333, 2/17/78, E & L Hammond, D-P 5 s-d&s S
Afternoon Delight, 3311, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, OX 23 s S
Alabaster (See Skagit Alabaster)

Alan Roy, 3486, 10/13/78, C. D. Martin, OW-E 239 dc E
Alice Marie, 3215, 9/25/77, Volkmann Bros., M-P 3 d S
All Roses, 4077, 9/29/80, House of Violets, M-P 7 d S
Alouette, 2787, 2/17/76, Irene Fredette, P 57 df L
Alton Dandy, 3122, 4/20/77, Mary-Ray V, P 39 d S
Always Alice, 3939, 5/23/80, Barbara Elkin, RP 29 sc S
Always Blue, 3940, 5/23/80, Barbara Elkin, M-B 9 s-dc S
Always Pink, 3864, 2/3/80, Ted Khoe, P 2 s M
Alyene, 3941, 5/23/80, Barbara Elkin, L-O-RW-E 25 sc S

Alzira, 3185, 8/24/77, G. R. Beck, WV-E 35 s-d S
Amethyst Bouquet, 3546, 12/9/78, E. Fisher, OW-E 23 d L
Amethyst Caper (See DiB's Amethyst Caper)

Amethyst Sparks, 3206, 9/25/77, Champion AV, OW 57
sfc L

Amigo, 3772, 10/31/79, Granger G., D-R 29 sc S
Amy Anderson, 2775, 12/27/75, Mrs. W. E. Anderson,
WV-E 5 sf S

Andromeda I, 3024, 11/6/76, Lyn D. Robinson, D-PX 2 sc

S

Angel Face, 4052, 9/17/80, Annalee V, OXW-E 29 s S-M
Angel's Petticoats, 2778, 1/29/76, Mrs. W. F. Anderson,
M-PX 38 s-df S
Anna (See Ballet Anna)

Anne, 4058, 9/19/80, Barbara Elkin, L-RX 29 s-dc S
Anne's Favorite, 3283, 12/30/77, Tinari GH, D-PX 38 s-df

S

Annie, 3801, 11/27/79, Martha Tucker, WL-B 2 s S-M
Anthony, 3493, 10/21/78, House of Violets, PW-E 29 df S
Antique Coral, 3207, 9/25/77, Champion AV, M-P 37 d L

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Apple Blossom (See Tennessee Apple Blossom)

Arctic Blizzard, 3773, 10/31/79, Granger G, W 23 df S
Ardinella, 4059, 9/19/80, Barbara Elkin, VB-E 39 s S
Aristocrat (See Skagit Aristocrat)

Arlingtonaire, 3143, 5/27/77, Swift's AV, L-OX 259 s-d L
Armand, 3891, 3/24/80, F. C. Walker, D-B 2 d S
Arpegge Minuet, 3009, 9/22/76, Mrs. A. Belanger, P 79 df
S

Atlantis, 3349, 4/22/78, Don Wilson, M-BX 29 d S
Atlantis (See Granger's Atlantis)

Austex, 3494, 10/21/78, House of Violets, V 27 d S
Autumn Fancy, 3540, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, OX 547
s-dc S

Avanelle, 3893, 3/28/80, A. C. Bollar, WB 45 d S
Aye Jay, 3976, 6/2/80, Pat Tracey, L-P 27 sc S-M-T
Azalea, 4078, 9/29/80, House of Violets, PX 3 d L
Azilene, 3733, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, D-P 2 d L

B

Babe, 3312, 2/3/78, Ron Nadeau, O-P 29 s-d M
Babs, 3537, 11/22/78, A. L. Carter, OVC 45 dfc S
Baby Blue, 3350, 4/22/78, Don Wilson, L-B 29 d S-M
Baby Love, 4047, 9/15/80, Gary R. Beck, L-P 2 s&s-d S
Bahama Mama, 3702, 9/5/79, Sandra Leary, R 23 s-d L
Baker's Dippity Doo, 3289, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, WPG-
E5df S

Baker's Fiesta, 3290, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, D-R 2 dc S
Baker's Hot Lips, 3291, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, WR-E 35
s-df S

Baker's Peppermint Patty, 3292, 1/18/78, Donald Baker,
WD-P-E 7 s-d S

Bali Hai, 3495, 10/21/78, House of Violets, D-OX 2 d L
Ballard of Dixie, 3026, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, WR 29 dc S
Ballerina, 3121, 4/20/77, V. E. Ballirano, PX 5 df S
Ballet (See Tennessee Ballet)

Ballet Abby, 3256, 12/7/77, Geo. J. Ball Inc., WVC 3 s&df
S

Ballet Anna, 2890, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., M-PX 2 sf S
Ballet Christina, 2891, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., M-B s&df
S

Ballet Dolly, 3257, 12/7/77, Geo. J. Ball Inc., VXW 3 s&df
S

Ballet Erica, 2892, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., R-VX 5 s&s-
df S

Ballet Eva, 2893, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., D-BX 3 s-d S
Ballet Heidi, 2894, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., VX 3 s S
Ballet Helga, 2895, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., L-V 3 s-d S
Ballet Inge, 2896, 9/20/76, Geo. J, Ball Inc., D-B 35 sf S
Ballet Katla, 2897, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., M-PX 25 sf S
Ballet Lisa, 2898, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., P 2 sf S
Ballet Marta, 2899, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., VX 2 s&s-df
S

Ballet Meta, 3000, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., D-B 35 s S
Ballet Rachel, 3258, 12/7/77, Geo. J. Ball Inc., VW-E 3
s-d&df S

Ballet Ulli, 3001, 9/20/76, Geo. J. Ball Inc., D-B 25 sf S
Ballet Vera, 3259, 12/7/77, Geo. J. Ball Inc., VW-E s&df S
Barbara Elkin, 4140, 11/29/80, Everett Hammond, D-R 27
dS

Barbara Jean, 3177, 7/30/77, E. Fisher, D-P 2 d L
Barbara's Cajun Delight, 4038, 9/15/80, J & B Sick, L-PX
57 dL

Barr's Bluebird, 3863, 2/1/80, Ticknor's AV, B 278 s S-M
Bayou State, 4083, 9/29/80, House of Violets, OV 3 d L
Beau Blue, 3347, 4/12/78, Rachel Pfannstiel, L-B 239 s-d
Beaumont, 3200, 9/19/77, House of Violets, V 3 s-d S
Beaumont Belle, 3875, 2/11/80, Pat Tuminello, P 27 d L
Beau Philip (See Suzy's Beau Philip)

Beauty (See Skagit Beauty)

Because, 2837, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, L-P 5 s-d L
Beginner's Luck, 2803, 3/9/76, Mrs. R. L. Pritchett, M-PX
29 s&d S-M

Beignet, 4084, 9/29/80, House of Violets, OX 5 d S
Bell Ringing Fool, 3244, 11/23/77, Mrs. H. J. Hebert, OX 3
dL

Berlin Beauty, 3193, 9/6/77, Volkmann Bros., D-B 3 s-dc S
Berry Splash, 4107, 9/29/80, Champion's AV, PX 27 d S
Bess Williams, 3216, 9/25/77, Volkmann Bros., R 5 dc S
Betcha, 3144, 5/27/77, Swift's AV, WR-E 5 d S
Betty (See Richter's Betty)

Betty Roserea, 3252, 12/5/77, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, PX 39 sc
L

Bicentennial Rose, 3113, 2/26/77, Mrs. P. W. Kiesling,
D-PX 1589 d S

Bicentennial Trail, 2882, 8/23/76, Lyndon Lyon, D-P 2 dc

S-T

Big League, 3027, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, M-B 39 d S
Big Red, 3313, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, R 29 s-d S
Big Splash, 3879, 2/4/80, Tinari GreenH, WV 23 d S
Big Sue, 3123, 5/2/77, Mrs. C. Smith, V 38 s-dc S
Big Tex, 3496, 10/21/78, House of Violets, D-B 27 d L
Billy Blue, 3998, 6/28/80, Bill Foster, M-B 579 d S
Bimini, 3703, 9/5/79, Sandra Leary, PG-E 2 sfc L
Bing Cherry Frost, 4023, 7/31/80, Joan Westrick, RX 79 s S
Black Ace, 3541, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, D-RW-E 29 s-dc
S

Blanco, 3929, 5/23/80, Swift's, W 3 d L
Bleeding Heart, 3115, 3/9/77, Mrs. P. W. Kiesling, WRC
345 s-dc S

Blessings (See Skagit Blessings)

Blue and You, 3260, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, D-BPC 279
d L

Blue Angel (See Leila's Blue Angel)

Blue Babe (See Skagit Blue Babe)

Blue Beauty (See Tennessee Blue Beauty)

Blue Bender, 3072, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, D-BW-E 2 s-d L
Blueberry Frost, 3150, 5/28/77, Clarance Wilson, BW-E 3 d
S

Bluebonnet Beauty, 3385, 4/29/78, Swifts' AV, M-B 5 df L
Blue Chips (See Vern's Blue Chips)

Blue Falcon, 4002, 6/30/80, Mrs. H. G. Garner, M-B 39 d S
Blue Heaven (See Vern's Blue Heaven)

Blue Luster, 3293, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, WL-B-E 2 s-d S
Blue Magnum (See Granger's Blue Magnum)

Blue Mariner, 3096, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, L-B 59 df S
Blue Mascara, 3284, 12/30/77, Frank Tinari, L-BW-E 3 d S
Blue Moon (See Tennessee Blue Moon)

Blue Nimbus (See Granger's Blue Nimbus)

Blue Shadows, 3194, 9/6/77, Volkmann Bros., D-B 2 s-d S
Blue Sparkler (See Granger's Blue Sparkler)

Blue Star Lou, 3302, 1/23/78, Rienhardt's AV, L-B 27 sc
L-T

Blue Streak, 3470, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, WD-B 237 d

S

Blue Suede, 3471, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, M-B 237 d L
Blue Superstar, 3314, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, B 1 sc L
Blue Viceroy, 3774, 10/31/79, Granger G, M-B 29 d S
Blush Duchess, 3386, 4/29/78, Swifts' AV, P 39 d L
Bojangles, 3670, 7/26/79, Nancy Hudson, OXW 2 sfc S
Bold Charm, 3497, 10/21/78, House of Violets, VW-E 3 d L
Bold Dance, 3498, 10/21/78, House of Violets, P 7 d S
Bombay Red, 3073, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, RV-E 2 d L
Bonanza (See Skagit Bonanza)

Bonita Rosa, 3734, 10/5/79, H. Pittman, M-P 2 d L
Bonnie Bell, 3977, 6/2/80, Pat Tracey, M-P 2 s M-T
Bonnie May (See Suzy's Bonnie May)

Bourbon Street, 3704, 9/5/79, Sandra Leary, R 23 df L

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Bourbon Street Blues, 4086, 9/29/80, House of Violets,
M-B 3 d L

Brass Monkey (See DiB's Brass Monkey)

Brett Steven (See Suzy's Brett Steven)

Bright Butterfly, 3208, 9/25/77, Champion AV, D-P 37 d L
Bright Eyed Donna, 3119, 4/13/77, C. D. Martin, D-PX 3 s
S

Bryte Star, 3808, 11/23/79, Barbara Elkin, M-BW-E 29 sc S
Buggs, 4129, 11/17/80, Ronn Nadeau, B 257 s-d L
Bunch 'O Violets (See DiB's Bunch 'O Violets)

Burgundy (See Skagit Burgundy)

Burnaby Blue, 3261, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, D-BW-E
257 d S

Burning Ember, 3294, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, RX 38 s-dc S
By Request, 3745, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, PX 2 dc S
C

Cajun Delight (See Barbara's Cajun Delight)

Cajun Country, 4081, 9/29/80, House of Violets, M-V 3 d

L

Cajun King, 4082, 9/29/80, House of Violets, M-B 3 d L
Calculator, 4069, 9/22/80, E. Janosick, R-P 2 d S
California, 3151, 6/2/77, R. Holtkamp, V 3 s S-M
California Sunrise, 2834, 5/10/76, C. E. Wilson, RW-E 57
df S

Camark, 3499, 10/21/78, House of Violets, V 2 d L
Camden Blue, 3387, 4/29/78, Swifts' AV, L-BW 35 df S
Cameo Queen (See Granger's Cameo Queen)

Candid, 3746, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, W or W-P 2 dc S
Candy Love, 3097, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, L-PW-E 59 s-d S
Candy Man, 3201, 9/19/77, House of Violets, V 37 d S
Canton Star, 3089, 2/1/77, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, D-B 259 sc
S

Captain's Lady, 3705, 9/5/79, Sandra Leary, L-P 27 d L
Captiva, 3371, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, D-P 23 dfc L
Care Deeply, 3166, 7/16/77, L. Lyon, D-P 2 dc S-M
Carla, 3132, 5/27/77, E & L Hammond, D-P 5 d S
Carnival Deb, 4080, 9/29/80, House of Violets M-PX 3 d S
Carol, 3002, 9/20/76, Union Co. Chapter, O-P 35 df S
Carrie Ann (See DiB's Carrie Ann)

Cassandra, 3348, 4/12/78, Irene Fredette, L-P 23 s-d&d S
Castro, 3340, 3/16/78, G. R. Beck, D-B 23 s-d S
Castle's Fairy Tide, 3362, 4/24/78, V. Fuhlrodt, WO 35 df
S

Castle's Lavender Edge, 3363, 4/24/78, V. Fuhlrodt, WO-E
3 d S

Castle's Lavender Prince, 3364, 4/24/78, V. Fuhlrodt,
D-OW-E 3 d S

Castle's Lavender Touch, 3365, 4/24/78, V. Fuhlrodt, WO
3 d S

Castle's Moonmoth, 3366, 4/24/78, V. Fuhlrodt, W 3 d S
Castle's Pink Measure, 3124, 5/9/77, V. Fuhlrodt, M-P 2 d
S

Castle's Purple Tide, 3367, 4/24/78, V. Fuhlrodt, L-O 35 df
S

Castle's Red Stone, 3125, 5/9/77, V. Fuhlrodt, D-R 2 s-d S
Castle's Rustic Charm, 3126, 5/9/77, V. Fuhlrodt, D-R 5 df
S

Castle's True Lavender, 3368, 4/24/78, V. Fuhlrodt, OX 59

d S

Cat's Meow, 3238, 11/11/77, Swifts' AV, R-PW-E 35 s-df L
Cecelia, 3133, 5/27/77, E & L Hammond, BX 2 d S
Celeste (See Rainbow's Celeste)

Celine, 3188, 8/26/77, AVS of Staten Island, M-B 2 d S
Champayne Mist (See DiB's Champayne Mist)

Champion (See Green Valley Champion)

Champion (See Skagit Champion)

Charmer (See Skagit Charmer)

Charisma (See DiB's Charisma)

Charisma, 2820, 4/22/76, House of Violets, VW-E 6 d S
Charlotte King, 3902, 4/14/80, Dot Roesch, W 29 sc M
Charmaine (See Granger's Charmaine)

Chatterbox, 3028, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, PX 29 s L
Cherished Hope, 2805, 3/29/76, House of Violets, P-W 3 df
S

Cherokee Fire, 2883, 8/23/76, Lyndon Lyon, L-R 27 dc S
Cherry Hill, 2804, 3/15/76, R. Yerman, R 2 dc S-M
Cherry Mint (See Shomee Cherry Mint)

Cherry Parfait, 3209, 9/25/77, Champion AV, PWC 357 df
L

Cherry Swirl, 3234, 11/5/77, L. D. Robinson, WPC 5 df S
Cheryl's Joy, 3885, 2/29/80, Reigning Violets, OXV 35 sfc
S

China Pink, 3429, 6/1/78, Irene Fredette, L-P 2 s-dc S
Chinese Dawn, 3021, 10/26/76, Christine Leppard, OX 3 d
L

Chinese Midnight, 3022, 10/26/77, Christine Leppard, V 35
dfc S

Christi Love, 2884, 8/23/76, Lyndon Lyon, L-P 5 dc S
Christina (See Ballet Christina)

Christmas Rose (See Harriet's Christmas Rose)

Christopher Howard, 3237, 11/8/77, E. Fisher, M-B 256 sf
S

Chu Tu, 3448, 8/14/78, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, D-BW-E 3 d L
Circus Circus, 3817, 11/24/79, R & D Mendoza, OV 3 s S
Circus Clown, 3838, 12/17/80, R & D Mendoza, OV 29 sfc
S

City 'O Albion (See DiB's City 'O Albion)

Classic Pink (See Granger's Classic Pink)

Classy Kitty, 3437, 7/17/78, Lyndon Lyon, M-PX 2 dfc S
Cloud Bank, 3074, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, W 2 d L
Cloud Nine, 3531, 11/1/78, D. J. Good, P 25 sf S
Cloud Nine (See Hortense's Cloud Nine)

Cloud Pink (See Volkmann's Cloud Pink)

Cne Centennial, 3178, 7/30/77, E. Fisher, D-P 29 d L
Colorado, 3152, 6/2/77, R. Holtkamp, V-R 3 sf S
Colossus (See Skagit Colossus)

Colvin Bowden, 3500, 10/21/78, House of Violets, OX 2 df
L

Compassion (See Skagit Compassion)

Conchita, 3138, 5/27/77, E & L Hammond, PX 348 s M
Conjure, 3809, 11/23/79, Barbara Elkin, RP-E 35 sf S
Coralaire, 3775, 10/31/79, Granger G, L-P 29 s-dc S
Coral Cameo, 4079, 9/29/80, House of Violets, L-PX 3 df L
Coral Prestige, 3777, 10/31/79, Granger G, D-P 2 s S
Coral Radiance, 3672, 7/28/79, Lyon GH, L-P 2 dc S
Coral Sunset, 3778, 10/31/79, Granger G, P 2 s S
Coral Belle, 2776, 1/5/76, Tinari GH, D-PW-E 239 d S
Cora May, 4035, 9/12/80, Mrs. C. A. Pair, Jr., D-PX 3 s S
Corpus Christi, 3075, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, L-PX 2 s-dc
L

Cotton Bowl, 3239, 11/11/77, Swifts' AV, W 35 df L
Cotton Candy, 3501, 10/21/78, House of Violets, L-P 27 df

L

Country Cousin, 3673, 7/28/79, Lyon GH, M-PO 2 dc S
Country Gentleman, 3202, 9/19/77, House of Violets, V 37
d S

Country Girl, 4085, 9/29/80, House of Violets, D-B 7 df S
Country Town, 3447, 8/14/78, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, WB-E
29 d S

Couquette (See Skagit Couquette)

Cousin Rita, 3845, 1/22/80, Miller's AV, OV 39 d S
Cozy Harbor, 4004, 7/10/80, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, WR 2 s S
Cradle Song, 3903, 4/18/80, Ernest Fisher, OW-E 2 s-dc M
Crazy Quilt, 3502, 10/21/78, House of Violets, V 7 d S
Cream of Crop, 3818, 11/26/79, Violet Fun, W 5 d S
Creole Belle, 4089, 10/9/80, C. C. Read, OVW-E 3 df S

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Creole Queen, 3706, 9/5/79, Sandra Leary, M-R 23 s-df L
Crescent City, 4090, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, D-RW-E 39 df S
Crimson Glow (See Tinari's Crimson Glow)

Crimson Haven (See Nortex's Crimson Haven)

Crystal Innocence (See DiB's Crystal Innocence)

Criteria, 3029, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, M-P 238 dc S
Crocus, 2838, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, PX 9 s-d S
Cuckoo, 3930, 5/23/80, Swift's AV, O 5 d L
Cupie Doll, 4053, 9/17/80, Annalee AV, OXW-E 4 s M
Cutup, 3262, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, WPC 35 sc L
Cyclops, 3662, 9/13/79, Vernon Estes, PR 25 s S
D

Dallas Cowboys, 3876, 2/11/80, Pat Tuminello, WO-E 57
df S

Daintiness, 3904, 4/18/80, Earnest Fisher, WB 2 d M
Dandy Dancer, 3438, 7/17/78, Lyndon Lyon, WV-E 5 dfc S
Dandy Scamp, 3681, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, 0 45 d S
Dark Beauty, 3195, 9/6/77, Volkmann Bros., V 3 sc S
Darren, 3827, 11/29/79, Marie Dattalo, B-OG 5 s-df S
David Lee, 3487, 10/13/78, C. D. Martin, D-OX 23 dc L
Dawn Carroll, 3369, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, D-PX 2 s-dfc
L

Dazzler (See Lyon's Dazzler)

Dazzler (See Skagit Dazzler)

Dear Elbe, 3439, 7/17/78, Lyndon Lyon, WVC 29 dc M
Dear Everett, 3942, 5/23/80, Mrs. Barbara Elkin, D-O 9
s-dc S

Dear Jodi (See Skagit Dear Jodi)

Debbie (See Peggy's Debbie)

Deborah's Oh My, 3308, 1/28/78, Deborah J. Good, P 35 s
S-M

Dee Dee, 3835, 12/5/79, Tinari GH, M-PX 2 df S
Delaware, 3153, 6/2/77, R. Holtkamp, V-R 3 sc S-M
Delta Dawn, 2831, 4/22/76, House of Violets, D-P 3 df S
Delta Dreamer, 3263, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, P 2 d S
Dena, 3828, 11/29/79, Marie Dattalo, WP 5 s-df S
Denver Delight, 3286, 1/5/78, Mrs. P. W. Kiesling, D-P 23
s-d S

Denver Jo, 3285, 1/5/77, Mrs. P. W. Kiesling, M-PX 239
s-d S

Desert Dawn (See Granger's Desert Dawn)

Desire, 4091, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, M-P 3 d L
Desperado, 3370, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, D-R 23 s-dfc L
Devil, 3295, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, RX 2 s-dc S
Devil's Pink, 3658, 7/5/79, Kolb's GH, D-PX 2 d S
Diamond Belle, 3682, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, WV 49
s-d L

Diana Ross, 3741, 10/15/79, Gary R. Beck, O 2 sc S
Diane (See Peggys' Diane)

DiB's Amethyst Caper, 4011, 7/17/80, Doris 1. Bearman,
WO 359 d S

DiB's Brass Monkey, 3867, 2/11/80, Doris 1. Bearman,
D-VR-E 1359 s&s-df S

DiB's Bunch 'O Honey, 4012, 7/17/80, Doris 1. Bearman,
VW-E 354 s-d S

DiB's Carrie Ann, 4013, 7/17/80, Doris Bearman, PO 359
s-dc S

DiB's Champayne Mist, 4015, 7/17/80, Doris Bearman,
L-PX 359 s-dc S

DiB's Charisma, 3920, 4/29/80, Doris Bearman, D-PX 345
s&s-df S

DiB's City 'O Albion, 4014, 7/17/80, Doris Bearman, B 345
s-dc S

DiB's Crystal Innocence, 3868, 2/11/80, Doris Bearman,
WPR 239 s S

DiB's Fabulous, 3869, 2/11/80, Doris Bearman, D-BW 139
s&s-dfc S

DiB's Fork's Festival, 3921, 4/29/80, Doris Bearman, R-VW

1359 s-dfc S

DiB's Gee Whiz, 4016, 7/17/80, Doris Bearman, WV-E 359
s-d S

DiB's Geri Ann, 4030, 9/10/80, Doris Bearman, PX 23
s&dc S

DiB's Gingerine, 4017, 7/17/80, Doris Bearman, WO-E 359

s-d S

DiB's Jade 'N Blue, 3922, 4/29/80, Doris Bearman, D-BW-E
135 s-d&df S

DiB's Joanne Elaine, 4032, 9/10/80, Doris Bearman, PXB

39 s-d&dc S

DiB's Kathi Ann, 4018, 7/17/80, Doris Bearman, PX 38 s-d

S

DiB's King Toot, 3923, 4/29/80, Doris Bearman, R 359
s&s-df S

DiB's Mary Rae, 3870, 2/11/80, Doris Bearman, L-PO 1359
dfc S

DiB's Midnite Bleu, 4019, 7/17/80, Doris Bearman, BX 359

s S

DiB's Ming Blue, 4033, 9/10/80, Doris Bearman, M-BX 345
s&s-d S

DiB's My Fred, 3924, 4/29/80, Doris Bearman, V 1359 df S
DiB's My Michigan, 3925, 4/29/80, Doris Bearman, M-B
139 dfc S

DiB's My Own, 3871, 2/11/80, Doris Bearman, M-BX 345
s&dfc

DiB's 'N Blue, 4031, 9/10/80, Doris Bearman, WB 159
s-d&d S

DiB's Pink Gazelle, 3926, 4/29/80, Doris Bearman, P 359
dfc S

DiB's Pink Panic, 3872, 2/11/80, Doris Bearman, PX 1359

dfc S

DiB's Stille' Nacht, 4034, 9/10/80, Doris Bearman, D-BW-E
138 dfc S

DiB's Too-Much, 3927, 4/29/80, Doris Bearman, D-BW-E
135 dfc S

DiB's Topohoney, 4020, 7/17/80, Doris Bearman, PX 359
s&s-dc S

DiB's White Avion, 3873, 2/11/80, Doris Bearman, WG-E
3459 df S

Dick Bell, 2819, 4/21/76, Martha Tucker, L-BX 2 s M
Digit, 4065, 9/22/80, E. Janosick, R 2 d S
Dippity Doo (See Baker's Dippity Doo)

Dirty Face, 3098, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, L-PG 59 s-d S
Disco Dazzler, 3909, 4/21/80, Lyon GH, D-RW-E 2 dc S
Divertimento, 3334, 2/17/78, E & L Hammond, RW 5 df S
Dixie Belle, 4092, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, PX 57 d S
Dixie Dandy, 2806, 3/9/76, House of Violets, P 35 d L
Dixie Dottie, 3504, 10/21/78, House of Violets, LV 3 d S
Dixie Dream, 3503, 10/21/78, House of Violets, D-POW-E
2 d L

Dixie Joy, 4087, 9/29/80, House of Violets, M-B 3 d S
Dixie Princess, 3505, 10/21/78, House of Violets, L-P 3 d S
Don-A-Beck, 3449, 8/14/78, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, WBC 39
dS

Donna, 3076, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, OXV 2 d L
Donna Lee, 3341, 3/16/78, G. R. Beck, L-RX 35 s S
Donna Lynn, 3699, 8/31/79, Martha Tucker, OV 2 s M
Donna Lynn (See Walt's Donna Lynn)

Don's Bali Hai, 3351, 4/22/78, Don Wilson, P 39 s-df S
Dorothy (See Richter's Dorothy)

Dorothy's Dream, 3264, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, L-PG-E
359 sf S

Do-Si-Do, 3507, 10/21/78, House of Violets, P 27 d L
Do's Dreamer, 3460, 9/13/78, Jim Wright, W 29 s-dc L
Do's Jean, 3382, 4/26/78, Jim Wright, D 2 dc L
Do's Judy Lynn, 3461, 9/13/78, Jim Wright, PX 29 dfc L
Do's Pat Plunkett, 3462, 9/13/78, Jim Wright, RW-E 359
dfc L

Do's Realido, 3383, 4/26/78, Jim Wright, L-B 39 s-dc L

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Do's Spitfire, 3384, 4/26/78, Jim Wright, R 35 s-dc L
Do's Splashes, 3463, 9/13/78, Jim Wright, PXVW-E 29 dfc
L

Dot and Dash, 4108, 11/10/80, Champion AV, PB 27 s S
Dotted Swiss, 4109, 11/10/80, Champion AV, PX 27 d S
Dotted Trail, 3846, 1/22/80, Miller's AV, PV 37 sc S-T
Double Delight, 3315, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, R-V 239 d S
Dream (See Skagit Dream)

Dream (See Green Valley Dream)

Dreams and Wishes, 4126, 11/14/80, Candy Russell, PXO
2 sc S-M

Dubonette Deb (See Granger's Dubonette Deb)

Duffy, 2832, 4/26/76, V. M. Ozimek, V 27 d S
Dum Dum, 2839, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, V 2 d L
Dumplin', 3931, 5/23/80, Swift's AV, L-PX 23 d L
Dusty Silver, 3683, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, WL-V 5 d L
Dutchman, 2840, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, M-B 35 s-dc L
Dutch Miss, 2841, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, PX 3 d L
Dutch Skies, 3240, 11/11/77, Swifts' AV, BW 35 df L
Dutch Stars, 2842, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, BWC 35 s-dc L
Dutch Treat, 4064, 9/22/80, Marcia Boer, OWP 279 s-d S
Dyn-O-Mite, 3440, 7/17/78, Lyndon Lyon, R-V 2 dc S
E

Edna Huagh, 3217, 9/25/77, Volkmann Bros., L-P 2 d S-M
Edge of Elegance, 3910, 4/21/80, Lyon GH, VW-E 2 d S
Ed's Welcome Stranger, 4066, 9/22/80, E. Janosick, M-PX
2 s-d S

Eileen, 2801, 2/25/76, Mrs. C. J. Donald Jr., L-B 5 df S
Elaine, 3218, 9/25/77, Volkmann Bros., D-RW-E 5 s-d S
Elect Lady, 3250, 11/28/77, Betty Bryant, P 359 sf S
Elgranada, 3558, 11/24/78, G. R. Beck, D-P 2 s-d S
Ella Ree, 4036, 9/12/80, Mrs. C. A. Pair, Jr. R-P 35 sfc S
Elusive Butterfly, 3707, 9/5/79, Sandra Leary, L-P 23 s-df L
Elvis Presley, 3420, 5/9/78, David Buttram, RXG-E 57 d S
Emerald Ice, 4070, 9/27/80, H & E Reichenback, VO-E
3579 d S

Emma Lahr, 3345, 4/1/78, Isla Montgomery, W 27 sc M
Endless, 3911, 4/21/80, Lyon GH, OW-E 5 dc S
Engaged, 2843, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, P 23 s-dc L
Epicurean Wine, 4024, 7/31/80, Joan Westrick, R 38 s S
Eric, 3014, 9/30/76, Union County Ch., V 3 df S
Erica (See Ballet Erica)

Esther Hilderbrand, 3729, 10/5/79, H. Pittman, RW-E 2 df
L

Eva (See Ballet Eva)

Evelyn Beaird, 2889, 9/13/76, Judith Richey, OW-E 359
s-df S

Everglades, 4071, 9/27/80, H & E Reichenback, PX 357 s L

F

Fabulous (See DiB's Fabulous)

Fair Fax, 2781, 2/3/76, Mrs. E. Kramer, D-R 57 d L
Fairy Tide (See Castle's Fairy Tide)

Faith (See Skagit Faith)

Falba, 3077, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, W 2 d L
Fancy Trail, 3674, 7/28/79, Lyon GH, P 7 d S-T
Fantasy (See Skagit Fantasy)

Farrah, 3296, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, L-PX 2 dc S
Far Star (See Richter's Far Star)

Fascinating Rythm, 3680, 8/1/79, Susan Shaw, BW 39 s&d
S

Fatima, 3128, 5/20/77, G. R. Beck, L-POC 2 sf S
Favorite Sport (See Anne's Favorite Sport)

Festive Red, 3099, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, RW-E 35 s-d S
Festival (See Skagit Festival)

Fiesta (See Baker's Fiesta)

Fiddle Faddle, 3388, 4/29/78, Swifts' GH, P 29 s-d L
Fine Romance, 3932, 5/23/80, Swift's AV, L-P 23 d L
Fingerpaints, 3245, 11/24/77, Alene King, R-PBG-E 5 s&s-
df S

Fire Chief, 3140, 5/27/77, David Buttram, R-PG-E 3 s-d L
Firethorn, 3405, 5/1/78, Granger Garden, D-RV 29 d L
First Child, 3901, 4/12/80, Mrs. J. J. Wiesner, O-VW 2 s-dc
S

First Edition, 3452, 8/20/78, Mrs. P. W. Kiesling, V 2389 d
S

First Lady (See Richter's First Lady)

First Snow, 2877, 8/9/76, Arthur Hill, W 23 d S
Flambeau, 4093, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, V 3 d L
Flamingo (See Skagit Flamingo)

Flamingo (See Swanee Flamingo)

Flash (See Vern's Flash)

Flora Ann, 3663, 7/18/79, Mrs. J. H. Pitts, PV 29 dc L
Florida, 3154, 6/2/77, R. Holtkamp, MV 3 s S
Flossie Tu, 3538, 11/22/78, A. L. Carter, L-PRC 457 df S
Flower Power, 2822, 5/17/76, House of Violets, R-P 3 df S
Flower Time, 3306, 1/26/78, House of Violets, D-O 37 d L
Forest Topaz, 4072, 9/27/80, H & E Reichenback, OX 3579
s L

Forist Mist, 3025, 11/6/76, L. D. Robinson, M-PG-E 59 df
S

Fork's Festival (See DiB's Fork's Festival)

Forty-Nine Trail, 3134, 5/27/77, E & L Hammond, B 2 d S
Foxy, 3352, 4/22/78, Wilson Bros., D-B-V 2 d S
Frankie Lee, 3881, 2/20/80, Ethel Cruise, VX 35 d S
Freckles (See Skagit Freckles)

Freckle Trail, 3847, 1/22/80, Miller's AV, PV 27 d S-T
Fredette's Sugar Blues, 3094, 2/22/77, Irene Fredette, BW-E
37 s-d L

Freedom Song, 3141, 5/27/77, David Buttram, D-VW-E 3
d L

Free n' Easy, 3167, 7/16/77, Lyon, R-P 2 dc S
French Lace (See Vern's French Lace)

French Lilac, 2844, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, ORC 35 df L
Frills (See Green Valley Frills)

Frilly Lace, 3100, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, OX 5 df S
Front Page, 3330, 2/6/78, Mrs. P. W. Kiesling, OX 239 s-dc
S

Frizzy, 3472, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, P 237 df L
Frosty Trail, 3912, 4/21/80, Lyon's GH, W 29 d M-T
Fountain Reverie, 3287, 1/7/78, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, WO-E
59 s L

Fullerton, 3559, 12/11/78, Arthur F. Hill, P 3 d S
Futuristic, 2845, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, PW-E 28 d L

G

Gabriel, 3991, 6/26/80, Dori Macomber, M-OX 28 d S
Gale's Gift, 2784, 2/4/76, Mrs. Gale Tucker, OX 2 s S
Garnet (See Skagit Garnet)

Gary, 3129, 5/20/77, G. R. Beck, D-V-R 5 df S
Gateway Charmer, 3389, 4/29/78, Swifts' AV, R-V 35 d L
Gavin iSouglas, 3179, 7/30/77, E. Fisher, L-P 23 d L
Gayla, 3196, 9/6/77, Volkmann Bros., R-P 5 d S
Gay Miss, 3802, 11/27/79, Martha Tucker, BX 2 s S-M
Gee Whiz (See DiB's Gee Whiz)

Gene's Pride, 3095, 2/22/77, Irene Reinhold, M-D-BW-E
59 S

Genessee Silhouette, 3900, 4/10/80, Mrs. A. S. Hummer
Genuis (See Skagit Genius)

Georgia, 3155, 6/2/77, R. Holtkamp, P 2 s S
Geri Ann (See DiB's Geri Ann)

Gertha (See Suzy's Gertha)

Gertrude Taylor, 3983, 6/7/80, Pat Tuminello, D-P 278 d L
Geviene, 3671, 7/26/79, G. Perkins, WL-P 2 d S
Gingerine (See DiB's Gingerine)

Glad Rags, 3574, 12/23/78, House of Violets, M-P 37 d L
Glad Morning, 3506, 10/21/78, House of Violets, P-RX 3
df L

Gladys Bevil, 3984, 6/7/80, Pat Tuminello, P 27 d L
Gleeful, 4094, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, M-PW-E 3 d L

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Glen H, 2003, 9/20/76, Union County Ch., D-B 29 dc S
Good Luck, 3542, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, OX 57 s-df S
Good Morning, 3030, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, M-P 239 d S
Good Times, 3747, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, L-BW-E 2 dc S
Gorgeous (See Skagit Gorgeous)

Governor Pryor, 3282, 12/17/77, House of V, D-B 3 df L
Grace, 3616, 3/7/79, Pan American PC, LBX 2 s-d S
Grace G (See Suzy's Grace G)

Grace Krumenacker, 3831, 11/29/79, E. Janosick, B 29 d S

Granada (See Granger's Granada)

Grand Bahama, 3834, 11/30/79, Diane Mendoza, WP-E 3 d
S

Granddad, 3120, 4/14/77, Wanda McPeters, D-BW-E 57 d
S

Grande Willie (See Hortense's Grande Willie)

Grand Finale, 3430, 6/1/78, Fredette, P 7 s-d L
Grandson, 2878, 8/9/76, A. F. Hill, R 23 d S
Granger's Atlantis, 3398, 5/1/78, Granger's, WB-E 35 s&df
L

Granger's Blue Magnum, 3399, 5/1/78, Granger G, M-B 29
dfc L

Granger's Blue Nimbus, 3400, 5/1/78, Granger G, M-BW-
E 5 s-dfc L

Granger's Blue Splarkler, 3401, 5/1/78, Granger G, D-BW-
E 35 df L

Granger's Cameo Queen, 2863, 7/31/76, Granger G, W 23
d S

Granger's Charmaine, 3402, 5/1/78, Granger G, L-R 29 d S
Granger's Classic Pink, 3403, 5/1/78, Granger G, D-PX 29
dL

Granger's Desert Dawn, 4050, 9/15/80, Granger G, L-PX

29 sc L

Granger's Dubonette Deb, 3404, 5/1/78, Granger G, D-R-
V 4 d S

Granger's Granada, 2864, 7/31/76, Granger G, R-OX 239 d
S

Granger's Grenoble, 3406, 5/1/78, Granger G, L-OX 2 s-d
L

Granger's Hearts Desire, 3407, 5/1/78, Granger G, BW 35
df L

Granger's Jim Dandy, 2865, 7/31/76, Granger G, D-BV 23
d S

Granger's Lavender Belle, 2866, 7/31/76, Granger G, O 23
d S

Granger's Medallion Blue, 3408, 5/1/78, Granger G, M-B 2
d S

Granger's Mohawk, 3409, 5/1/78, Granger G, D-RV 2 d S
Granger's Monaco, 2867, 7/31/76, Granger G, WB-E 23 d
S

Granger's Pink Fashion, 2868, 7/31/76, Granger G, M-P
239 d S

Granger's Pink Nimbus, 2869, 7/31/76, Granger G, L-PW-
E 239 d S

Granger's Pink Splendor, 3410, 5/1/78, Granger G,
M-PW-E 239 s-df L

Granger's Polaris, 3771, 10/31/79, Granger G, W 29 sc S
Granger's Purple Cascade, 3411, 5/1/78, Granger G, D-V
357 df L

Granger's Red Flame, 2870, 7/31/76, Granger G, R-O 239 d
S

Granger's Red Gold, 2871, 7/31/76, Granger G, R-O 279 d
S

Granger's Redhaven, 3412, 5/1/78, Granger G, D-RV 29 d

L

Granger's Red Knave, 2872, 7/31/76, Granger G, R-O 239

dS

Granger's Regalaire, 2873, 7/31/76, Granger G, D-BW-E
239 d S

Granger's Rio Rita, 3413, 5/1/78, Granger G, WP 23 d L

Granger's Roberta, 3414, 5/1/78, Granger G, L-O 5 df L
Granger's Rose Ember, 3415, 5/1/78, Granger G, R-OX 29
d L

Granger's Startler, 3416, 5/1/78, Granger G, WB-E 35 dfc L
Granger's Starburst, 2874, 7/31/76, Granger G, D-PRC 35

sc S

Granger's Sylvan Blue, 2875, 7/31/76, Granger G, M-B 23
df S

Granger's Valencia, 4051, 9/15/80, Granger G, BW 29 sc L
Granger's Voyaguer, 3908, 4/21/80, Mrs. C. McGrievy,
L-B 5 df S

Granger's Wildfire, 2876, 7/31/76, Granger G, R-OW-E
239 df S

Granger's White Cockatoo, 3417, 5/1/78, Granger G, WO
23 d S

Granger's White Jubilee, 3418, 5/1/78, Granger G, WB 3 d
L

Granger's Wonderland, 3419, 5/1/78, Granger G, L-B 5
s-df L

Grannie Annie, 3560, 12/11/78, A. F. Hill, P 2 d S
Grape (See Skagit Grape)

Great Music, 2823, 4/22/76, House of Violets, PX 3 sc S
Green Valley Champion, 3849, 1/23/80, Norma Buttler,
PXW 359 s-dfc L

Green Valley Dream, 3850, 1/23/80, Norma Buttler, M-P
257 s-dfc L

Green Valley Frills, 3851, 1/23/80, Norma Buttler, M-PX
257 s-dfc L

Green Valley Grin, 3852, 1/23/80, Norma Buttler, PG-E
3579 s-dfc L

Green Valley Shadows, 3853, 1/23/80, Norma Buttler, D-P
357 s-dfc L

Green Valley Snows, 3854, 1/23/80, Norma Buttler, W
2579 s-dfc S

Green Valley Sunrise, 3855, 1/23/80, Norma Buttler, L-PX
357 s-dfc L

Green Valley Sunset, 3856, 1/23/80, Norma Buttler, D-PX
3579 s-dfc L

Grenadina, 3372, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, L-R 239 s-dfc L
Grenoble (See Granger's Grenoble)

Grin (See Green Valley Grin)

Gypsy Dancer, 3353, 4/22/78, Wilson Bros., M-P 2 s-dc L

H

Half Moon Bay, 3130, 5/20/77, G. R. Beck, M-PX 25 s-df S
Hall Of Fame, 3575, 12/23/78, House of Violets, D-B 27 d L
Hammond's Terry Lynn, 3136, 5/27/77, E & L Hammond,
L-P 23 d S

Happy Birthday U.S.A., 3069, 12/10/76, Mrs. Paul
Kiesling, L-OX 35 df S

Happy Charmer, 4095, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, D-P 29 df S
Happy Harlequin, 3253, 12/5/77, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, PRC

29 s L

Hara (See Richter's Hara)

Harriet's Christmas Rose, 4073, 9/27/80, H & E Richen-
bach, P 359 d L

Hawley's Comet, 3604, 2/19/79, Mrs. C. Hawley, L-BW-E
29 d S

Heartbreaker, 3390, 4/29/78, Swifts' AV, L-P 5 df L
Hearts Desire (See Granger's Hearts Desire)

Heart Throb, 3391, 4/29/78, Swifts' AV, D-P 35 df L
Heartstrings, 3265, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, PX 2 s S
Heavenly Halo, 3210, 9/25/77, Champion AV, OW 378 d
S

Heaven Sent, 3576, 12/23/78, House of Violets, D-PW-E 2
df L

Heidi (See Ballet Heidi)

Helene, 2885, 8/23/76, Lyndon Lyon, P-R 2 dc S
Helga (See Ballet Helga)

Henriette Wilson, 3071, 12/10/76, L. F. Wilson, L-B 2 d S

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Her Choice, 3803, 11/19/79, C. Raskopf, PX 2 df S
Her Dream, 3804, 11/19/79, C. Raskopf, L-PX 2 d S
Her Majesty, 3805, 11/19/79, C. Raskopf, M-P 2 d S
Her Princess, 3806, 11/19/79, C. Raskopf. M-PX 5 df S
Her Weakness, 3807, 11/19/79, C. Raskopf, M-PX 2 s S
Hiawatha (See Hortense's Hiawatha)

Hidden Treasures, 3748, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, PB 2 dc S
High Class, 3933, 5/23/80, Swift's AV, L-P 5 d L
Hill Country, 3241, 11/11/77, Swifts' AV, D-P 5 df L
His Angel, 3808, 11/19/79, C. Raskopf, D-P 2 d S
His Dream, 3810, 11/19/79, C. Raskopf, D-RX 2 df S
His Choise, 3811, 11/19/79, C. Raskopf, RX 589 sfc S
Homespun, 3266, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, WB-E 35 df S
Honey (See Skagit Honey)

Honey Moon, 4025, 9/4/80, Mendoza Violet G, OV 7 s&s-
d S

Hortense's Cloud Nine, 3718, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman,

W23dL

Hortense's Grande Willie, 3719, 10/5/79, Hortense Pitt¬
man, OV 3 d L

Hortense's Hiawatha, 3720, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman,
OV 3 s L

Hortense's Miss America, 3721, 10/5/79, Hortense Pitt¬
man, D-PW-E 2 d L

Hortense's Novelle, 3722, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, OV

2 d L

Hortense's Phala, 3723, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, PX 2 d
L

Hortense's Rosa, 3724, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, PX 2 d
L

Hortense's Stacy, 3725, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, P 2 d L
Hortense's Twilight, 3726, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, O 5
df L

Hortense's Wishing, 3727, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, OX

3 d L

Hortense's Zapata, 3728, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, D-R
2 df L

Hot Kiss, 3227, 10/15/77, L. Sebastion, D-PX 5 sf S
Hot Lips (See Baker's Hot Lips)

Houston, 3649, 5/15/79, Billie Golla, OX 27 s-df L
Howdy Ma'am, 4127, 11/14/80, Candy Russell, L-PO 35 sc
M

Houston Oilers, 3985, 6/7/80, Pat Tuminello, V 57 d L

Icy Blue, 3431, 6/1/78, Fredette, L-BG 2 d&s-d S
Illumination, 3031, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, L-PX 239 dc S
Indian Trail, 4026, 9/4/80 Ted Khoe P-R 23 s M-T
Indigo Elf (See Tennessee Indigo Elf)

Indigo Bunting (See Tennessee Indigo Bunting)

Inge (See Ballet Inge)

Innocence (See Skagit Innocence)

Irish Angel, 4054, 9/17/80, Annalee AV, L-BG-E 29 d S-M
Irish Dude, 3102, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, WOG-E 5 df L
I Say, 3684, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, D-V 29 s S
Isla Montgomery, 3848, 1/22/80, Miller's AV, W or W&P
27 d M

Itsa, 4138, 11/29/80, Jackie Johnson, WB-E 25 sf S-M
Ivory 'N Blue (See DiB's Ivory 'N Blue)

J

Jack, 2846, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, B-VW-E 2 s-d L
Jackie, 3617, 3/7/79, Pan-American P Co., DV 2 s S
Jack Swift, 3508, 10/21/78, House of Violets, VX 27 d L
Jade 'N Blue (See DiB's Jade 'N Blue)

Jambolaya, 4039, 9/15/80, J & B Sisk, PR-E 27 d L
Jame Sport, 3267, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, WB-E 345 d S
Janet, 3335, 2/17/78, E & L Hammond, L-O 23 d S
Janey Briscoe, 3127, 5/18/77, Jodi Davis, PX 238 d S
Jason, 3004, 9/20/76, Union County Ch., D-P 35 df S
Java, 4040, 9/15/80, J & B Sisk, R-PX 579 d L

Jazz City, 4096, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, R 7 df S
Jealous Pink, 3297, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, D-PG-E 5 s-df
S

Jennifer Paige (See Suzy's Jennifer Paige)

Jenny Bee, 3564, 12/22/78, H. O. Burns, LBX 3 d S
Jerry B (See Suzy's Jerry B)

Jewel (See Skagit Jewel)

Jeweled Star, 3101, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, RO-E 3 s S
Jillian, 3978, 6/2/80, Pat Tracey, P 237 d S-M-T
Jim Dandy (See Granger's Jim Dandy)

Jimmy Carter, 3316, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, R 3 s-d L
Joanne, 3913, 4/21/80, Lyon GH, W 2 dc M
Joanne Elaine (See DiB's Joanne Elaine)

John the Fourth, 3717, 9/28/79, Mrs. J. Boer 3d, D-OV 27
dc S

John the Third, 3716, 9/28/79, Mrs. J. Boer 3d, D-OX 789
sf S

Jo Lena, 3664, 7/18/79, Mrs. J. H. Pitts, P 2 df S
Jo's Velveteen, 3701, 9/5/79, Josephine Goetz, R 5 s S-M
Joy, 3354, 4/22/78, Wilson Bros., O 2 s-d L
Joy (See Cheryl's Joy)

Joy Bells, 2824, 4/22/76, House of Violets, M-BRC 2 s-d S
Joyful, 3168, 7/16/77, Lyon, WR-E 5 sf S-M
Julia, 3618, 3/7/79, Pan-American P. Co., WBC 2 s-d S
June Swift, 3509, 10/21/78, House of Violets, P 27 df L
Julie Marie, 4048, 9/15/80, Gary R. Beck, D-R 2 sc S
K

Karey, 3180, 7/30/77, E. Fisher, L-PX 29 dc S
Karla (See Ballet Karla)

Kateri, 3679, 7/30/79, Finger's AV, L-RW-E 2 s S
Kathi Ann (See DiB's Kathi Ann)

Kathryn (See Rainbow's Kathryn)

Key West, 3708, 9/5/79, Sandra Leary, WVG 2 df L
Kimberly Sue, 3861, 1/28/80, Helen Kavanaugh, D-V 3 sc
S

King Toot (See DiB's King Toot)

Kira, 3078, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, OV 23 d L
Kristen Marie, 3434, 6/11/78, Goldie L. Kinne, L-PX 29 sfc
S

Kristi Marie, 3914, 4/21/80, Lyon's GH, RW-E 2 dc S
Kuddly, 3441, 7/17/78, Lyndon Lyon, WR-E 5 dfc M

L

Lacy Trinket, 4111, 11/10/80, Champion AV, WB 57 s-M
Lady In Blue, 3577, 12/23/78, House of Violets, D-B 2 df L
Lady Jane, 3067, 11/26/76, F. V. Delly, O 23 d L
Lady Of Love, 3346, 4/3/78, Mary Mahen,'R 5 s-d L
L' Amour, 3032, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, M-P 29 d S
Laxy Susan, 3819, 11/26/79, Violet Fun, V 25 s-df S
Langley Lace, 3268, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, M-BW-E 37
d S

Lanigan's May Queen, 2774, 12/12/75, J. B. Kuhler,
M-PXW-E 29 sfc s

Largo, 3611, 2/26/79, Sandra Leary, D-Ri23 df L
Lavender Belle (See Granger's Lavender Belle)

Lavender Cream (See Shirlee's Lavender Cream)

Lavender Edge (See Castle's Lavender Edge)

Lavender Girl, 3436, 7/5/78, Mrs. H. R. Tiedeman, OX 45
d M

Lavender Ice, 4074, 9/27/80, H & E Reichenbach, OX 357 s
L

Lavender Jewell, 3103, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, O 39 s-d S
Lavender Lily, 3934, 5/23/80, Swift's AV, O 23 d L
Lavender Prince (See Castle's Lavender Prince)

Lavender Spray, 3633, 4/4/79, Ernest Fisher, O 2 s L
Lavender Steel, 3317, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, P-OX 2 s-d S
Lavender Tiara, 3165, 7/5/77, Tinari GH, OX 38 s-d S
Lavender Touch (See Castle's Lavender Touch)
Lavenesque, 3033, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, OX 39 s & s-d S
La Verne Beauty, 3895, 3/28/80, Miller, D-B 35 d S

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La Verne Blush, 3896, 3/28/80, Miller, L-P 5 s S-M
La Verne Beauty, 3895, 3/28/80, Jones & Mueller, D-B 35 d
S

La Verne Blush, 3896, 3/28/80, Jones & Mueller, L-P 5 s
S-M

La Verne Cup 'O Blue, 3897, 3/28/80, Jones & Mueller, B 2
s S

La Verne Perky, 3898, 3/28/80, Jones & Mueller, PX 359
sw S

La Verne Rose, 3899, 3/28/80, Jones & Mueller, M-PX 35
s-df S

Leatrice, 4041, 9/15/80, J & B Sisk, PX 57 d L
Le Bonheur, 4037, 9/12/80, Mrs. C. A. Pair, Jr. L-P 3 sfc S
Ledley Cox, 3010, 9/27/76, Mrs. J. G. Barnhill, Jr., VW-E 2
d L

Legend Of Love, 3203, 10/19/77, House of Violets, PX 28
D S

Leila's Blue Angel, 4057, 9/17/80, Annalee AV, D-BW-E 23
d S-M

Lesa Grimes, 3631, 3/29/79, Mrs. C. F. Boggan, WB 23 df L
Levittown, 3397, 5/1/78, Mrs. Anna Lee, M-PG-E 29 d M
Liberty Lady (See Richter's Liberty Lady)

Lilac Flip, 4112, 11/10/80, Champion AV, OX 57 df S
Lilac Lou, 3510, 10/21/78, House of Violets, OVW-E 29 d L
Lil Creeper, 3749, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, M-P 7 d M-T
Lil Filly (See Skagit Lil Filly)

Linda Darnel, 3621, 3/1/79, Pat Tracey, D-B 23 d S-M-T
Linda's Love, 3534, 11/4/78, Candy Russell, D-P 29 s M
Linda Small, 3318, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, OX 28 sf S
Lisa (See Ballet Lisa)

Lisa Bee, 3565, 12/22/78, H. O. Burns, D-VW-E 5 df S
Little Angel, 4055, 9/17/80, Annalee AV, OX 239 d S-M
Little Beau (See Suzy's Little Beau)

Little Boy Blue, 3063, 11/23/76, Mrs. J. S. Barnhill, M-B 2 s
S-M

Little Delight, 3169, 7/16/77, Lyon, WV 5 dc S-M
Little Jack Horner, 4105, 11/10/80, Edd S. Smith, RX 25 d
S-M

Little Lana, 3661, 7/9/79, Retta Hamilton, L-PX 2 d M
Little Lou, 3170, 7/16/77, Lyon, V-B 7 dc M
Little Love, 3750, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, R-P 2 sc M
Little Lovin', 3685, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, WL-O 56 df

S

Little Lulu, 3171, 7/16/77, Lyon, M-P 7 dc S-M
Little Red, 3006, 9/20/76, Union County Ch., R 3 s M
Little Seabird, 3373, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, W-V 29 s S-M
Little Softie, 3116, 3/24/77, Mrs. L. E. Strange, L-PX 29 sfc
S

Little Tom, 3339, 2/18/78, Isla Montgomery, P 27 s M
Liza T, 3062, 11/18/76, Mrs. Goldie Kinne, W 239 s S
Lizzy Mae, 3058, 11/15/76, J. H. Smith, PX 27 d S
Little Jim, 3005, 9/20/76, Union Country Ch., M-P 29 d

S-M

Little Joan, 3331, 2/11/78, Isla Montgomery, P 27 S-M
Lloyd's Joann, 4130, 11/19/80, Lloyd's AV, WB 29 s S
Lochiel, 3181, 7/30/77, E. Fisher, D-B 23 sc L
Lonesome Blues, 3810, 11/23/79, Barbara Elkin, L-B-OW-E
39 sc S

Loveable, 3336, 2/17/78, E & L Hammond, D-P 23 d S
Love Token, 3751, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, WV-E 5 dfc S-M
Love Me, 3832, 11/29/79, E. Janosick, WP 29 d S
Lucille, 3298, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, R 2 s-dc S
Lucilles Delight, 3034, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, WP 368 d S
Lucky Stripe, 3928, 4/24/80, Candy Russell, PW 34 s-dfc
M

Lush Blush, 3145, 5/27/77, Swifts' AV, M-PX 23 s-d L
Lyon's Dazzler, 3758, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, R-P 2 dc S
Lyon's Splish Splash, 3919, 4/21/80, Lyon's GH, M-PV 2
dc S

M

Maas's Variegated Gorgeous, 3013, 10/1/76, Hilton Dallia

Farm, WR 27 d S

Magic Charm, 3161, 6/6/77, Wilson Bros., BX 39 df S
Magic Splendor, 2886, 8/23/76, L. Lyon, L-BW-E 23 s-dc S
Mahogany Blue, 3780, 10/31/79, Granger G, D-R 29 s S
Maiden Voyage, 3374, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, OX 5 s L
Maine Event, 4005, 7/10/80, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, L-PX 259
d L

Maine Mist, 4006, 7/10/80, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, W 29 d S
Maine Moonlight, 4007, 7/10/80, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, W 3

sc L

Mais Oui, 3511, 10/21/78, House of Violets, OV 3 d L
Make Believe, 3935, 5/23/80, Swift's AV, WV 2 d L
Malibu, 3355, 4/22/78, Wilson Bros., L-BX 2 d S
Mandy Lei, 3392, 4/29/78, Swift's AV, W-P 29 s-d L
Marie Knoblock, 4042, 9/15/80, J & B Sisk, D-RX 579 d L
Margaret (See Walt's Margaret)

Margaret Miller, 4008, 7/10/80, Mrs. C. S. Hawley,
D-RXW-E 3 sc S

Marge Winters, 2817, 4/9/76, Mrs. R. S. Riquelmy, VX 37

s S

Maria Androlina, 3186, 8/24/77, G. R. Beck, O-P 45 s-df S
Maria-Elaina, 2816, 4/9/76, Mrs. H. Keenahan, R-PXW-E
23 d S

Marie's Raspberry Swirl, 3829, 11/29/79, Marie Dattalo,
WR 5 d S

Marin, 3342, 3/16/78, Gary Beck, OX 35 s S
Mariposa, 3375, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, W-VC 2 s-d L
Mark, 3007, 9/20/76, Union County Ch., D-R 35 df S
Marta (See Ballet Marta)

Maroon Lou, 3543, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, R 27 s S
Marsteel, 3319, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, W-R 23 s-d S
Martha Louise, 3645, 5/14/79, Gary Beck, L-P 2 s-df S
Martha Martha, 3992, 6/26/80, Dori Macomber, M-BR 58
df S-M

Mary Alice, 3711, 9/17/79, Tinari GH, PX 2 s-d S
Mary Ann (See Tennessee Mary Ann)

Mary Ann, 3469, 10/7/78, Mrs. Carlos Smith, PR 169 s-dc
S

Mary Ann Pritchet, 3064, 11/23/76, Mrs. J. S. Barnhill,
M-P 2 s-d L

Mary Francis, 3882, 2/20/80, Ethel Cruise, W 9 dc S-M
Maryland, 3156, 6/2/77, R. Holtkamp, M-B 3 s-dc S
Mary Kay, 3811, 11/23/79, Barbara Elkin, WO-E 2 s S
Mary Rae (See DiB's Mary Rae)

Mary's Love, 3426, 5/21/78, Mary Mahen, P 38 sc S
Masterpiece (See Vern's Masterpiece)

Maude Cook, 3877, 2/11/80, Pat Tuminello, M-PX 579 d L
Mauve Eyes, 3228, 10/15/77, L. Sebastion, L-OPX 29 sf S
Mavanatha, 3512, 10/21/78, House of Violets, L-P 2 d S
May Maize, 3450, 8/14/78, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, PW-E 579
df S

May Queen (See Lanigan's May Queen)

May Wind, 3451, 8/14/78, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, W 35 d L
McKennzie Trail, 3269, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, D-RX 9 s

S-T

Medallion Blue (See Granger's Medallion Blue)
Melancholy, 3393, 4/29/78, Swifts' AV, WO 35 df L
Melba Love, 3622, 3/1/79, Pat Tracey, PX 23 s S-M-T
Mellow Trail, 3442, 7/17/78, Lyndon Lyon, D-P 2 dc S-T
Melly, 3652, 5/28/79, Susan's AV, OX 8 d S
Mendocino, 3343, 3/16/78, Gary Beck, OX 35 df S
Melva Nelson, 2855, 5/24/76, Edd Smith, OX 359 df S
Merrill, 3999, 6/28/80, Bill Foster, D-B 23 d S
Meta (See Ballet Meta)

Mexico, 3197, 9/6/77, Volkmann Bros., R 3 d S
Michael Andrew, 3835, 12/1/79, E. Fisher, D-PG 23 s-d S
Mick, 3878, 2/11/80, Pat Tuminello, OR-E 579 d S

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Mickey Bee, 3566, 12/22/78, H. O. Burns, WV-E 2 sf S
Midget Corsage, 4113, 11/10/80, Champion AV, WB 27 d
M

Midget RicRac, 4114, 11/10/80, Champion AV, WP-R-E 57
s M

Midget Ringer, 3211, 9/25/77, Champion AV, D-P 279 sc
M

Mighty Mini, 3023, 11/3/76, Dorothy Adams, M-B 39 s-dc
L

Midnight Blue (See Westdale Midnight Blue)

Midnight Kiss, 3093, 2/1/77, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, OV-E 259
d L

Midnight Madness, 3104, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, V 5 df S
Midnite Bleu (See DiB's Midnite Bleu)

Millie Blair, 3020, 10/26/76, Granger G, L-BW-E 5 df S
Millie Lou, 3303, 1/23/78, Rienhardt's AV, D-P 57 dfc L
Milord, 3803, 11/21/79, Candy Russell, WO-E 29 s S-M
Mimi, 3079, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, W 2 d L
Ming Blue (See DiB's Ming Blue)

Mini Fantasy, 3163, 7/5/77, Tinari's GH, OP 9 s-d M
Mint Floss (See Shomee Mint Floss)

Minty Momo, 3880, 2/14/80, Eileen Nelson, PW 4 s S-M
Mini Minx, 4056, 9/17/80, Annalee AV, OVG-E 4 d M
Mirabella, 3612, 2/29/79, Sandra Leary, L-P 23 df L
Miss America (See Hortense's Miss America)

Miss Buffy (See Tennessee Miss Buffy)

Miss Charm, 3035, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, D-P 39 dc S
Miss Chickie, 3643, 5/10/79, Swift's AV, L-P 3 d L
Miss Ida, 3986, 6/7/80, Pat Tuminello, WG-E 357 df L
Miss Muffet, 3905, 4/18/80, Earnest Fisher, PB 27 s-d M
Miss Scarlett, 3467, 9/28/78, Edd Smith, R 59 d f S
Miss Showgirl, 3657, 6/23/79, Diane Mendoza, P-OXW-E
359 df S

Miss Showtime, 3839, 12/17/79, Violet Garden's, OV 39
s-df S

Mister Bill, 3695, 8/6/79, Alice K. Black, V 3 s S
Mister Cook, 3219, 9/25/77, Volkmann Bros., M-P 2 d S
Mister Chips, 3443, 7/17/78, Lyndon Lyon, V-BW-E 2 dc S
Mistletoe 'N Holly, 3468, 9/28/78, Edd Smith, W 5 df L
Misty Sailor, 3686, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, OVWC 29 d
S

Misty Trinket, 3212, 9/25/77, Champion AV, L-P 37 d

S-M

Mizzou Lou, 3320, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, OX 27 s S
Moby Dick, 3246, 11/25/77, Cape Cod V., P 2 df S
Mohawk (See Granger's Mohawk)

Mom, 3162, 6/27/77, Betty Weeks, OX 39 s-d S
Monaco (See Granger's Monaco)

Mon Ami, 3781, 10/31/79, Granger G, P-R 2 s-d S
Monique (See Utz Monique)

Monterey Sunset, 3139, 5/27/77, E & L Hammond, R 2 d S
Montgomery Belle, 3427, 5/24/78, Montgomery AVS,
R-PW-E 29 d L

Monstar, 3544, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, D-B 2 sc L
Montara, 3646, 5/14/79, Gary Beck, R 23 sc S
Moody Blues, 3421, 5/9/78, David Buttram, M-BW-E 37 d
S

Moonbeam (See Vern's Moonbeam)

Moon Moth (See Castle's Moon Moth)

Moon River, 4008, 9/29/80, House of Violets, D-B 37 d L
Moonstone, 3270, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, L-B 2 d S
Moonstruck, 3271, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, M-B 2 d S
Motivation, 3272, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, RX 2 s S
Morning Delight, 3321, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, L-P 2 s-d S
Morning Glory, 3993, 6/26/80, Dori Macomber, D-PX 29 s
S-M

Mount Currie, 2835, 5/10/76, H. Gethen, OX 29 d S
Mount Garibaldi, 2836, 5/10/76, H. Gethen, O 35 df S
Mrs. Ike, 3513, 10/21/78, House of Violets, D-B 27 d L

Mrs. Lucky (See Suzy's Mrs. Lucky)

Mulberry Mist, 2847, 5/17/76, Swift's AV, D-R-O 38 d L
Mumbo Jumbo, 3273, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, RWC 2 d S
Murphy, 2833, 4/26/76, V. M. Ozimek, WBC 37 d S
My Blue Eyes, 3862, 1/28/80, Helen Kavanaugh, M-B 3 sc
S

My Eye, 3811, 11/19/79, Cort Raskopf, M-PX 2 s S
My Fair Lady, 3782, 10/31/79, Granger G, L-M-P 4 s-df S
My Fred (See DiB's My Fred)

My Michigan (See DiB's My Michigan)

My Own (See DiB's My Own)

My Prayer, 3578, 12/23/78, House of Violets, D-PX 2 d L
My Precious, 4061, 9/22/80, Marcia Boer, M-PX 29 dc M
Mystical Blue, 3172, 7/16/77, Lyon, M-BX 2 dc S
My Valentine, 2825, 4/22/76, House of Violets, P-R 3 d S

N

Nancy Anderson, 3435, 6/13/78, Mrs. O. G. Pierson, W 27
s-d S

Nancy Hudson, 3730, 10/5/79, Nancy Hudson, D-RX 2 df
L

Nancy Kelly, 2826, 4/22/76, House of Violets, VW-E 25 s-d
S

Naughty Thoughty, 4097, 10/9/80 C. C. Reed, OVW-E 2
df S

Nellie Grace, 3994, 6/26/80, Dori Macomber, WVG 39 d
S-M

Neon Rainbow, 4115, 11/10/80, Champion AV, PR-E 27 sc
S

New Dawn, 3142, 5/27/77, David Buttram, L-P 2 d S
New Jersey, 3157, 6/2/77, R. Holtkamp, P 3 sf S
New Year's Day, 3011, 9/30/76, D. R. Maness, WL-P 39 s
S-M

New York, 3158, 6/2/77, R. Holtkamp, D-V-B 3 sc S
Nightingale, 3274, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, OX 2 s S
Night Moth, 3376, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, VG-E 5 s-d L
Night Stalker, 3675, 7/28/79, Lyon GH, V-B 2 dc S
Nob Hill, 3187, 8/24/77, G. R. Beck, L-PR 58 s-d S
Noel, 3624, 3/29/79, Irene Fredette, W 2 d S
Noeline, 3883, 2/20/80, Ethel Cruise, D-Pw & G-E 59 df L
Nola, 4098, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, W 3 d L
Norma's Purple Poodle, 3857, 1/23/80, Norma Buttler,
D-VX 359 df L

Nortex's Crimson Haven, 3987, 6/16/80, Nortex GH, R 3 sf

S

Nortex Peach Haven, 3988, 6/16/80, Nortex GH, L-P 2 df S
Nortex Rose Haven, 3989, 6/16/80, Nortex GH, M-P 2 s S
Nortex Royal Haven, 3990, 6/16/80, Nortex GH, D-B 3 sf S
Novelle (See Hortense's Novelle)

Nugget, 3820, 11/26/79, Violet Fun, D-P 35 d S-M

O

Obsession, 3275, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, M-B 7 d S
Octa Faye, 3514, 10/21/78, House of Violets, L-PX 2 df L
Oh Flossie, 3539, 11/22/78, A. L. Carter, D-PRC 259 dfc S
Oh Magee, 3687, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, D-P 35 s-d L
Oh My (See Deborah's Oh My)

Oh Sugar, 3515, 10/21/78, House of Violets, D-PX 25 d L
Old Blue Eyes, 3837, 12/17/79, Violet Gardens, WV 3 s-d S
Old Crow, 4062, 9/22/80, Marcia Boer, D-VX 2379 dc S
Olga, 3516, 10/21/78, House of Violets, D-P 2 d L
Olivia, 3198, 9/6/77, Volkmann Bros., P 2 s-d S
Olympic, 2782, 2/3/76, Mrs. E. Kramer, PWRC 3 dc L
One-Fourteen, 3322, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, BW 2 d S
Opal Surprise, 3473, 10/21/78, House of Violets, PO 237 d
L

Open Arms, 3545, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, L-P 3 sc S
Orchid Dawn, 3696, 8/6/79, Alice K. Black, OX 38 s S
Orchid Twin, 2785, 2/11/76, D. K. Feeter, L-VX 3 s L
Ouchita Blues, 3517, 10/21/78, House of Violets, V 0 d L
Ouchita Queen, 3518, 10/21/78, House of Violets, P 3 d L

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Ouida Donald, 2802, 2/25/76, Mrs. C. J. Donald, Jr., PVC
239 sc S

Our Choice, 3800, 11/13/79, Mr. & Mrs. J. T. Manion,
D-PX 237 s S

Our Joyce, 2779, 2/2/76, Rienhardt's AV, BWC 3 d L
P

Pacomee, 4009, 7/10/80, Mrs. C, S. Hawley, D-PR 239 s S
Painted Orchid, 2848, 5/17/76, Swift's AV, OV 2 s-d L
Pale Face, 3229, 10/15/77, L. Sebastion, L-P 39 s S
Pal Joey, 3995, 6/26/80, Dori Macomber, D-B-V 23 d S-M
Pamela, 3182, 7/30/77, E. Fisher, M-B 23 dc L
Panorama (See Skagit Panorama)

Peach Haven (See Nortex's Peach Haven)

Paper Lace, 2827, 4/22/76, House of Violets, P 2 d S
Paragon, 3091, 2/1/77, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, L-PX 25 df S
Parma Zip, 3090, 2/1/77, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, D-B 259 d L
Party Pink (See Swanee Party Pink)

Patina, 3600, 1/19/79, Mary O. Baky, P 57 sf S
Patricia Hope, 3488, 10/13/78, C. D. Martin, M-PG-E 23
dc L

Patte Gae, 3251, 11/28/77, Betty Bryant, P 35 s-df S
Pauline Jones, 3535, 11/4/78, Candy Russell, D-PX 29 d M
Pauls Pizzaz, 3532, 11/1/78, D. J. Good, VW 35 s S
Peach Lace, 3105, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, PG-E 3 d S
Peach Treat, 3276, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, P 26 d L
Peggy's Rustover, 3189, 9/6/77, Peggy's VS, WO 2 s-d S
Peggy's Debbie, 3190, 9/6/77, Peggy's VS, M-PW-E 235 s-d
S

Peggy's Diane, 3191, 9/6/77, Peggy's VS, M-P 38 s S
Peggy Staat, 3176, 7/29/77, Mrs. J. Chadwick, VXW 39 d S
Peggy's Toni, 3192, 9/6/77, Peggy's VS, D-P 238 df S
Pendiction, 3277, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, P 2 s S
Pennsylvania, 3159, 6/2/77, R. Holtkamp, V-R 3 s-dc S
Penny Brenner, 3709, 9/5/79, Sandra Leary, P 2 s-d L
Peppermint Patty (See Baker's Peppermint Patty)
Peppermint Patti, 3235, 11/5/77, L. D. Robinson, PX 5 df S
Perfection (See Utz Perfection)

Perfections, 3783, 10/31/79, Granger G, R-OB 2 d S
Periwinkle Trinket, 4116, 11/10/80, Champion AV, WR-P
79 d S-M

Perky Parrot, 4063, 9/22/80, Marcia Boer, D-OX 579 s-df S
Petticoat Pink, 3821, 11/26/79, Violet Fun, L-P 35 s-d S
Phala (See Hortense's Phala)

Pick-A-Dilly, 3204, 9/19/77, House of Violets, D-B 37 df S
Pick-A-Lilly, 4099, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, W 3 d L
Pink Delight (See Tennessee Delight)

Pink Dolly, 3547, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, D-P 2 d S
Pink Dynamo, 3106, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, PX 3 d S
Pink Energy, 3323, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, P 23 s-d S
Pink Fashion (See Granger's Pink Fashion)

Pink Gazelle (See DiB's Pink Gazelle)

Pink Illusion, 3784, 10/31/79, Granger G, L-P 239 s-df S
Pink-I-Think, 2849, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, P 29 d L
Pink Lemonade, 2879, 8/17/76, Mr. Gene Thiel, PX 239 sf
L

Pink Lemonade (See Reed's Pink Lemonade)

Pink Madonna, 4021, 7/26/80, Susan Kucharyson, L-P 45
d S

Pink Magic, 3600, 7/7/79, Mrs. H. R. Tiedeman, PG-E 28 d
S

Pink Measure (See Castle's Pink Measure)

Pink Mornstar, 3324, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, L-P 2 sc S
Pink Mink, 2880, 8/17/76, Mr. Gene Thiel, P 239 d L
Pink Mist (See Tennessee Pink Mist)

Pink Nimbus (See Granger's Pink Nimbus)

Pink 'n Ink, 3173, 3/17/77, Lyon, PV 2 d S
Pink Panic (See DiB's Pink Panic)

Pink Patter, 3278, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, L-PBC 79 d S
Pink Poppy, 3474, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, D-PX 57 df L

Pink Rascal, 4029, 9/9/80, Emilie Savage, PX 23 df M
Pink Snow, 2807, 3/9/76, House of Violets, L-P 3 df S
Pink Solitaire, 3892, 3/24/80, Florence Walker, M-PX 2 s
to s-df S

Pink Splender (See Granger's Pink Splender)

Pink Star (See Tennessee Pink Star)

Pink Star Lou, 3304, 1/23/78, Rienhardt's AV, M-P 27 sc
L-T

Pink Sunset, 3520, 10/21/78, House of Violets, PXW-E 2 d
L

Pink Surprise, 2828, 4/22/76, House of Violets, P 5 df S
Pink Swiss, 3521, 10/21/78, House of Violets, PX 2 df S
Pink Waves, 3036, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, M-P 29 dc S
Pink Wink, 3309, 1/28/78, Deborah Good, P 25 sf S-M
Pinxter, 3475, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, L-PXW-E 237 d L
Pippit, 3979, 6/2/80, Pat Tracey, D-P 2 sc S-T
Pip Squeek, 3603, 2/6/79, Lyon GH, P 2 sc M-S-T
Pirat's Alley, 4100, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, D-PX 378 d S
Pizzazz, 2881, 8/17/76, Mr. Gene Thiel, L-PX 23 s S
Plain Jane, 3254, 12/5/77, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, D-PRC 29 d
L

Playful Pink, 3804, 11/21/79, Candy Russell, PW 29 sc M
Plum Beauty, 3307, 1/26/78, House of Violets, RX 37 d S
Plum Crest, 3037, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, R 29 d S
Plum Marmalade, 3088, 2/1/77, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, RX
259 d L

Plum Perfection, 3980, 6/2/80, Pat Tracey, R 3 d S-M-T
Plush 'N Pretty, 4106, 11/10/80, Ed S. Smith, L-PG-E 3 df S
Pocono Sunset, 3789, 11/1/79, Reigning Violets, OR-V 29
sc S

Point Taker, 3489, 11/13/78, C. D. Martin, OG-E 239 dc L
Polaris (See Granger's Polaris)

Poncha Train, 4101, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, L-BX 3 df L
Potpourri, 3279, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, L-PBC 7 s-d S
Pretty Kitty, 3936, 5/23/80, Swift's AV, P 3 df L
Pretty Lady, 3522, 10/21/78, House of Violets, L-P 29 d S
Pretty Pansy, 2850, 5/17/76, Swift's AV, O-V 2 s-d L
Pretty Thing, 2851, 5/17/76, Swift's AV, D-PX 23 d L
Primrose, 3356, 4/22/78, Wilson Bros., M-P 5 s-dfc S
Prince (See Skagit Prince)

Princess Michelle, 3944, 5/24/80, Hightower's VN, W-P-E
57 df S

Pristine, 3812, 11/23/79, Barbara Elkin, M-PXW 39 s S
Puppy Love, 3490, 10/13/78, C. D. Martin, L-PX 23
s-d&dc L

Pure Chloroform, 2856, 5/29/76, Ronn Nadeau, O 2 s&d
S-M

Pure Glucose, 2857, 5/29/76, Ronn Nadeau, P 5 dc S
Pure Hexane, 2858, 5/29/76, Ronn Nadeau, P 2 s&s-d S-M
Pure Methanol, 2850, 5/29/76, Ronn Nadeau, P 29 s S-M
Pure Sucrose, 2860, 5/29/76, Ronn Nadeau, B 5 dc S
Puerto Vallharta, 3742, 10/15/79, Gary R. Beck, L-P 2 s-df
S

Pure Water, 2861, 5/29/76, Ronn Nadeau, WBC 2 s S
Pure Cascade (See Granger's Purple Cascade)

Puritan, 3813, 11/23/79, Barbara Elkin, L-P 29 sc S
Purity (See Skagit Purity)

Purple Charm, 3199, 9/6/77, Volkmann Bros., B-V 2 d S
Purple Haze, 4075, 9/27/80, H & E Reichenbach, PW 357 s
L

Purple Poodle (See Norma's Purple Poodle)

Purple Poppy, 3476, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, V 357 df L
Purple Prince, 3220, 9/25/77, Volkmann Bros., D-V 3 d S
Purple Rythum 2783, 2/3/76, Mrs. E. Kramer, VW-E 3 sf L
Purple Tide (See Castle's Purple Tide)

Purple Tips, 3653, 5/29/79, Susan's AV, OX 38 d S
Purple Velvet, 4117, 11/10/80, Champion AV, V 27 s S

Q

Queensbrook, 3548, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, R 279 s S

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R

Radiant, 3038, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, R 29 dc S
Radiation, 3357, 4/22/78, Wilson Bros., D-PW 59 sf S
Radiant Trail, 3444, 7/17/78, Lyndon Lyon, L-P 28 dc S-T
Raggeddy Ann (See Tennessee Raggeddy Ann)
Ragsamuffin (See Rainbow's Ragsamuffin)

Rainbow's Celest, 3222, 9/26/77, D. S. Hirt, D-O-RW 2 sf
S

Rainbow's Kathryn, 3223, 9/26/77, D. S. Hirt, D-R 2 d S
Rainbow's Ragsamuffin, 3224, 9/26/77, D. S. Hirt, P 3 s-d
S

Rainbow's Shado, 3225, 9/26/77, D. S. Hirt, PV 3 s-d S
Ralph Charles, 3523, 10/21/78, House of Violets, VW-E 2 d
L

Ralph Larry, 3579, 12/23/78, House of Violets, D-V 3 d L
Ralph Reed, 3146, 5/27/77, Swift's AV, OW-E 59 s-d L
Ramblin' Blue, 3477, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, M-B 27 d
S-T

Ramblin' Lavender, 4110, 11/10/80, Champion AV, O 27 d
S-T

Ramblin' Lilac, 3478, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, OX 27 s
S-T

Ramblin' Pink, 4118, 11/10/80, Champion AV, P 27 d S-T
Rampart, 3814, 11/23/79, Barbara Elkin, RXW-E 35 sc S
Rascal (See Skagit Rascal)

Raspberry Glitter, 3974, 6/2/80, Violet Garden's, D-RXW-
E s-df S

Raspberry Swirl (See Marie's Raspberry Swirl)

Raspberry Swirl, 3236, 11/5/77, L. Robinson, WRC 5 df S
Rea Sue, 3884, 2/20/80, Ethel Cruise, D-PV-E 59 dc S
Rebel Rouser, 4043, 9/15/80, J & B Sisk, OX 79 s-d L
Red Ace, 3549, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, R 29 sc S
Red Flame (See Granger's Red Flame)

Red Gold (See Granger's Red Gold)

Red Haven (See Granger's Red Haven)

Red Hot Lou, 3550, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, R 27 d S
Red Knave (See Granger's Red Knave)

Red Pearl, 3602, 1/30/79, Alice Black, D-R 39 s S
Red Ringer, 3676, 7/28/79, Lyon GH, R-V 2 dc S
Red Stone (See Castle's Red Stone)

Red Velvet (See Vern's Red Velvet)

Redwood City, 3865, 2/3/80, Ted Khoe, RB 2 s M
Redwood Trail, 3714, 9/25/79, Ted Khoe, R 2 s S-M-T
Reed's Moonbeam, 4102, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, L-P 2 d L
Reed's Pink Lemonade, 3519, 10/21/78, House of Violets, P
27 d L

Regalaire (See Granger's Regalaire)

Regalia, 3626, 3/29/79, Irene Fredette, P 37 s-df L
Reverand Blades, 3205, 9/19/77, House of Violets, V 37 df

S

Reviewer, 3815, 11/23/79, Barbara Elkin, R-OX 3 sc S
Revolutionary Red, 3445, 7/17/78, Lyndon Lyon, M-R 5
dfc S

Rhinestone Cowboy, 3744, 10/15/79, Susan Whitaker,

W05dL

Richter's Betty, 4132, 11/28/80, Claire Byerly, M-P 2 s-df S
Richter's Dorothy, 4136, 11/28/80, Connie Romanow,
M-P 2 s-d S

Richter's Far Star, 4137, 11/28/80, Connie Romanow, M-P
2 s-dc S

Richter's First Lady, 4134, 11/28/80, Rosemarie Burback,
WP2 d S

Richter's Hara, 4133, 11/28/80, Claire Byerly, D-P 2 s-df S
Richter's Liberty Lady, 4135, 11/28/80, Rosemarie Bur-
back, L-OX 2 s-d&d S

Ring A Ding, 3479, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, PX 237 d

L-T

Ring Twice, 3107, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, L-RX 2 sc S
Rio Bravo (See Utz Rio Bravo)

Rio Rita (See Granger's Rio Rita)

Riptide, 3613, 2/26/79, Sandra Leary, R-VW-E 59 s-dfc L
Roberta (See Granger's Roberta)

Robert James, 3638, 4/10/79, Mrs. J. Boer III, WP 59 s-df

S-M

Robert John, 3836, 12/1/79, E. Fisher, D-PW-E 23 sc S
Rocket, 4119, 11/10/80, Champion AV, L-PX 27 d s
Rodney, 2829, 4/22/76, House of Violets, D-B 2 d L
Ronstar, 3551, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, B 279 sc S
Rosa (See Hortense's Rosa)

Rosalynn Carter, 3325, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, OX 2 sc S
Rosamond (See Tennessee Rosamond)

Rose Ember (See Granger's Rose Ember)

Rose Haven (See Nortex's Rose Haven)

Ruth Hazel 4049, 9/15/80, Gary R. Beck, D-PX 5 sf S
Rose Parade, 3039, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen (Park N), M-P 29
dc S

Rose Satin, 3694, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, L-PR-E 5 df L
Rosy Frills, 3220, 10/15/77, L. Sebastion, M-PX 359 sf S
Rosy Plus, 2852, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, PX 25 d L
Roundabout, 3625, 3/29/79, Irene Fredette, P 2 s-dfc S
Royal Ava, 3688, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, L-O 9 d L
Royal Butterfly, 3599, 1/18/79, Howard Utz, OV 2 d S
Royal Dream, 3068, 12/2/76, W. G. Hartley, VW-E 5 df S
Royal Garnet, 3358, 4/22/78, Wilson Bros., RX 29 s-d S
Royalover, 3790, 11/1/79, Donald M. Palmer, D-B 27 s-d L
Royal Ruby, 3752, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, D-P 2 dc S
Royalty (See Skagit Royalty)

Rustic Charm (See Castle's Rustic Charm)

Rustover (See Peggy's Rustover)

Rusty's Trail, 3536, 11/4/78, Candy Russell, D-P 2 s-d
M-T

S

Sailer's Dream, 3108, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, L-B 59 d L
Saint Marys, 3012, 9/30/76, Donald Maness, WO-E 57 dc
S

Salt And Pepper, 3822, 11/26/79, Violet Fun, L-R-V 25 s-d
S-M

Saltwater Taffy, 3710, 9/5/79, Sandra Leary, D-P 23 df L
Sammye Ballard, 3563, 12/11/78, Granger G, W 23 s-df L
San Antonio, 3597, 1/18/79, Howard Utz, VW-E 3 d S
Sana Souci, 3422, 5/9/78, David Buttram, O 39 df S
Sandra, 3080, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, PXW G-E 2 d L
San Francisco, 3344, 3/16/78, Gary Beck, D-V 23 s S
Sanibel, 3377, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, WR-E 2 s-d L
San Jose.Sunrise, 3424, 5/19/78, Irene Haseltine, D-RX 2 d
S

San Gregorio, 3743, 10/15/79, Gary R. Beck, R-O 28 s-d S
Sapphire Trinket, 3213, 9/25/77, Champion AV, D-B 37 d
S-M

Sara Lou, 3428, 5/24/78, Montgomery AVS, D-B 9 df S
Sara Lynne, 3081, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, RW-E 2 d L
Sarita, 3135, 5/27/77, E & L Hammond, P 23 d S-M
Satin Sheen, 2830, 4/22/76, House of Violets, L-P 2 df S
Satin Sheets, 3524, 10/21/78, House of Violets, L-P 3 d S
Say Hey, 3816, 11/23/79, Barbara Elkin, M-PX 35 sc S
Say Yes, 2808, 3/9/76, House of Violets, P 2 df S
Scooby Doo, 3753, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, B 2 dc M
Sea Breeze, 3008, 9/20/76, Union Country Ch, VWC or V
3dL

Sea Robin, 3378, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, D-PX 29 sf L
Sea Skipper, 3614, 2/26/79, Sandra Leary, D-V W-E 29 dc

L

Sea Urchin Beach, 3647, 5/14/79, Gary R. Beck, OX 23 s-d
S

Seeing Stars, 4120, 11/10/80, Champion AV, L-PX 27 sc S
Sequin, 3480, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, D-PW-E 57 sf L
Shades of Blue, 3481, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, M-BX 237
df L

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Shade (See Rainbow's Shado)

Shadows (See Green Valley Shadows)

Sharon Lynn, 3233, 10/28/77, W. F. Whiffen, D-PX 5 s-d S
Shayna, 3109, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, V 5 df S
Sheer Beauty, 3092, 2/1/77, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, L-PG-E 35
df L

Shenandoah, 3627, 3/29/79, Irene Fredette, D-OX 2 s-df S
Shimmering Star, 3677, 7/28/79, Lyon GH, R-P 7 dc S
Shirlee's Lavender Cream, 2862, 6/3/76, Mrs. D. E. Sands,
L-OX 7 d S

Shomee Cherry Mint, 3059, 11/17/76, Tomara AV, D-PX
579 df S

Shomee Mint Floss, 3060, 11/17/76, Tomara AV, WP 579
df S

Shomee Thistledown, 3061, 11/17/76, Tomara AV, WO 2
dfc S

Show Me Dogwood, 3423, 5/9/78, David Buttram, L-PX
37 s-d S

Show Time, 4067, 9/22/80, E. Janosick, D-B 29 d S
Signorina, 3628, 3/29/79, Irene Fredette, P 2 d&s-df S
Silver Crinkles, 4121, 11/10/80, Champion AV, WB 57 d S
Silver Freckles, 3482, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, L-OX 27 s
L

Silver Lining, 3629, 3/29/79, Irene Fredette, P or P&W 7
s-df L

Silver Mink, 3338, 2/17/78, E & L Hammond, WB 5 s-df S
Simply Pink, 3805, 11/21/79, Candy Russell, P 9 sc M
Sing-Long, 3689, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, OX 59 d S
Sirene, 3359, 4/22/78, Wilson Bros., M-RX 2 d S
Sir Hill, 3087, 2/1/77, Arthur F. Hill, VO 358 s L
Sir Luke, 3665, 7/18/79, Mrs. J. H. Pitts, VX 3 df L
Sister Ancilla, 3117, 4/1/77, George Crouchet, PX 2 s S
Skagit Alabaster, 3945, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, WG-E
23 d S

Skagit Aristocrat, 3946, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, D-PX
23 s-df S

Skagit Beauty, 3947, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, V 23 d S
Skagit Blaze, 3453, 9/7/78, Wayne Lindstrom, M-R 23 d S
Skagit Blessings, 3841, 12/21/79, Wayne Lindstrom, R-P
23 d S

Skagit Blue Babe, 3840, 12/21/79, Wayne Lindstrom, D-B
45 s M

Skagit Blues, 3454, 9/7/78, Wayne Lindstrom, WB 237 df S
Skagit Bonanza, 3948, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, D-BX 5
df S

Skagit Burgundy, 3799, 11/5/79, Wayne Lindstrom, W 237
d S-M

Skagit Champion, 3949, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom,
D-RW-E 23 d S

Skagit Charmer, 3950, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, L-PR-E
23 d S

Skagit Colossus, 3951, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, O 23 sc
S

Skagit Compassion, 3952, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, OX

23 d S

Skagit Couquette, 3953, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, P-OX

23 d S

Skagit Dandy, 3455, 9/7/78, Wayne Lindstrom, WV-E 5 df
S

Skagit Dazzler, 3954, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, VX 23 df

S

Skagit Dear Jodi, 3842, 12/21/79, Wayne Lindstrom, L-PX
45 s M

Skagit Delight, 3456, 9/7/78, Wayne Lindstrom, RW 23 d S
Skagit Dream, 3591, 1/6/79, Wayne Lindstrom, D-R 23 d S
Skagit Faith, 3955, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, OX 23 s S
Skagit Fantasy, 3791, 11/5/79, VVayne Lindstrom, L-PX 23
sf S

Skagit Festival, 3592, 1/6/79, Wayne Lindstrom, L-OX 45

sc S

Skagit Flamingo, 3792, 11/5/79, Wayne Lindstrom, M-P 23
df S

Skagit Freckles, 3956, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, P-OX 23
s-d S

Skagit Garnet, 3957, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, RX 23 d S
Skagit Genius, 3958, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, OX 23 d

S

Skagit Glow, 3465, 9/21/78, Wayne Lindstrom, P 2357 d S
Skagit Glory, 3466, 9/21/78, Wayne Lindstrom, D-B 23 dc

S

Skagit Gorgeous, 3959, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, D-RX
5 df S

Skagit Grape, 3793, 11/5/79, Wayne Lindstrom, R-V 237 d
S

Skagit Hotlips, 3961, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, PX 23 s S
Skagit Honey, 3960, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, L-PX 35
s-d S

Skagit Innocence, 3593, 1/6/79, Wayne Lindstrom, L-P 23
s-d S

Skagit Jewel, 3962, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, RX 5 sfc S
Skagit Lil Filly, 3843, 12/21/79, Wayne Lindstrom, OX 45
dM

Skagit Lullaby, 3794, 11/5/79, Wayne Lindstrom, OX 23 df
S

Skagit Panorama, 3963, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, BW-E
23 d S

Skagit Prince, 3795, 11/5/79, Wayne Lindstrom, D-B 237 d

S

Skagit Purity, 3796, 11/5/79, Wayne Lindstrom, L-PX 237
s S

Skagit Rascal, 3594, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, PX 23 sfc
S

Skagit Royalty, 3594, 1/6/79, Wayne Lindstrom, D-B 23 sc
S

Skagit Rose, 3457, 9/7/78, Wayne Lindstrom, L-PX 23 d S
Skagit Showers, 3464, 9/21/78, Wayne Lindstrom, OX 23
d S

Skagit Skies, 3458, 9/7/78, Wayne Lindstrom, D-B 237
s&s-d S

Skagit Snowfire, 3965, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, WP 23
s-df S

Skagit Snowflake, 3966, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, W 23
s-d S

Skagit Softie, 3967, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, L-P df S
Skagit Solarenergy, 3968, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom,
L-PX 23 df S

Skagit Splendor, 3459, 9/7/78, Wayne Lindstrom, WV-E
23 d S

Skagit Sunbeam, 3969, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, M-P 5
s-df S

Skagit Sunrise, 3797, 1//5/79, Wayne Lindstrom, WRC
237 s S

Skagit Sweetheart, 3970, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, M-P
23 d S

Skagit Sweet Jenny, 3844, 12/21/79, Wayne Lindstrom,
M-P 45 d M

Skagit Triumph, 3971, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, L-P 23
d S

Skagit Vagabond, 3972, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom, D-RX
23 d S

Skagit Wine, 3798, 11/5/79, Wayne Lindstrom, D-R 237 d

S

Skagit Wonderland, 3973, 5/31/80, Wayne Lindstrom,
M-B 23 d S

Sky Magic, 3360, 4/22/78, Wilson Bros., L-B 2 d S
Small Town Gal, 3887, 3/20/80, Sandy Weynand, P 389 dc
S-M

Small World, 3446, 7/17/78, Lyndon Lyon, WB 2 dfc M

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Smartie, 4068, 9/22/80, E. Janosick, P 2 d S
Snooky, 3326, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, D-BW 2 s S-M
Snowball Special, 2809, 3/9/76, House of Violets, W 3 d S
Snow Cherries, 3636, 4/10/79, Dorothy Harris, R-PW-E 57
df S

Snowfire (See Skagit Snowfire)

Snowflake (See Skagit Snowflake)

Snow Orchid, 3432, 6/1/78, Fredette, WL-P 2 s-d&df S
Snows (See Green Valley Snows)

Snow Star, 3533, 11/1/78, D. J. Good, W 35 sc S
Snowy Trail, 3678, 7/28/79, Lyon GH, W 2 d S-M-T
Softie (See Skagit Softie)

Soft Spoken, 3552, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, P 27 s L
Solarenergy (See Skagit Solarenergy)

Something Else, 2810, 3/9/76, House of Violets, P-RX 3 d S
Something New, 3040, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, W 23 d S
Something Special, 3668, 7/18/79, Ronn Nadeau, D-BV 2
s-dL

Song Sung Blue, 2811, 3/9/76, House of Violets, M-B 3 d S
Sorcery, 3280, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, WB-E 3578 sf L
Soul Food, 4125, 11/10/80, Cal Iskra, D-PX 2 s S
Souris, 3183, 7/30/77, E. Fisher, WOC 23 dc L
Southampton, 3888, 3/20/80, Sandy Weynand, L-P 29 dc S
Southern Charm, 4044, 9/15/80, J & B Sisk, OV-E 79 d L
Southern Skies, 3637, 4/10/79, Dorothy Harris, D-B 2379 s
S

Southland Grape, 2853, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, V 3 df L
Southland Jungle, 3147, 5/27/77, Swifts' AV, OX 5 s-d L
Southland Rose, 2854, 5/17/76, Swifts' AV, D~P 3 d L
Spangles, 3041, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, P 239 sc S
Spanish Moss, 4045, 9/15/80, J & B Sisk, OX 67 d L
Sparkle Plenty, 2786, 2/12/76, Annalee Violetry, D-PR-E
358 dc L

Sparkling Wine, 3483, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, R 57 df L
Spatter, 3484, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, L-OX 237 d L
Speckled Plum, 3836, 12/10/79, A. C. Bollar, OV 35 df S
Specstasy, 4139, 11/29/80, Jackie Johnson, OV 2 dc S-T
Spectacular Mom, 3650, 5/26/79, J. A. Westrick, P-OW-E
3 s-d & df L

Spellbound, 3394, 4/29/78, Swifts' AV, OX 35 df L
Splish Splash (See Lyon's Splish Splash)

Spring Fiesta, 4103, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, L-P 3 d L
Spring Fling, 3553, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, WB-E 2 sc S
Springtime (See Tennessee Springtime)

Spring Water, 3525, 10/21/78, House of Violets, VW-E 29
dS

Spry, 3042, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, V-B 358 d S
Stacy (See Hortense's Stacy)

Star Chip, 3754, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, WB 2 dc S~M
Starburst (See Granger's Starbust)

Starlover, 3327, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, WO 2 sc S
Stars Edge, 3554, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, WO-E 2 s S
Stars of Blue, 3395, 4/29/78, Swift's AV, M-B 23 s-d L
Star Strip, 3859, 1/28/80, Tinari GH, R-PW 9 sc S
Star Trail, 3906, 4/18/80, Ernest Fisher, BW-E 2 sc M-T
Star Wars, 3915, 4/21/80, Lyon's GH, WO-E 2 dc S
Stellar Oceanis, 3615, 2/26/79, Sandra Leary, D-VW-E
s-dfc L

Stepping Out, 3174, 7/16/77, Lyon, M-P 3 df S
Stille' Nacht (See DiB's Stille' Nacht)

Stonewall Peach, 3379, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, L-P 23 dfc
L

Storm Warning, 3114, 2/26/77, Mrs. P. W. Kiesling,
D-BW-E 239 sc S

Stormy Sunset, 3666, 7/18/79, Mrs, J. H. Pitts, M-P 5 df L
Strawberry Trails, 3713, 9/19/79, C. Russell, P 2 sc M-T
Suave, 3937, 5/23/80, Swift's GH, OV 5 d L
Sugar Blues (See Fredette Sugar Blues)

Sugar Plum, 3823, 11/26/79, Violet Fun, O 259 s S-M

Summer Butterfly, 3380, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, PW-E 239
s-dc L

Summer Skies (See Vern's Summer Skies)

Sunbeam (See Skagit Sunbeam)

Sunburn, 3231, 10/15/77, L. Sebastion, D-PX 59 s S
Sundown, 3598, 1/18/79, Howard Utz, D-BW-E 3 d S
Sunrise (See Green Valley Sunrise)

Sunrise (See Skagit Sunrise)

Sunset (See Green Valley Sunset)

Sunset Trail, 3715, 9/25/79, Ted Khoe, P 2 s S-M-T
Sunshine, 4128, 11/14/80, Candy Russell, L-PW 25 s S-M
Super Pink, 3785, 10/31/79, Granger G, D-P 29 d S
Super Sport, 3491, 10/13/78, C. D. Martin, L-BG-E 23 sc L
Super Star, 3860, 1/28/80, Tinari GH, R-PW-E 39 dc S
Surf Dancer, 3690, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. Magee, W-O 45 d L
Surprise, 3043, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, BWC 28 dc S
Suzy's Beau Philip, 2791, 2/22/76, Mrs. H. S. Johnson,
M-B 23 s&d S

Suzy's Bonnie May, 2792, 2/22/76, Mrs. H. S. Johnson,
D-OX 2 sfc S

Suzy's Brett Steven, 2793, 2/22/76, Mrs. H. S. Johnson,
L-O 3 d S

Suzy's Gertha, 2794, 2/22/76, Mrs. H. S. Johnson, M-B 2
s&d S-M

Suzy's Grace G, 2795, 2/22/76, Mrs. H. S. Johnson, WOC
2 s&dc S

Suzy's Jennifer Paige, 2796, 2/22/76, Mrs. H. S. Johnson,
0X3 dS

Suzy's Jerry B, 2797, 2/22/76, Mrs. H. S. Johnson, L-VX 3
s&s-dc S

Suzy's Little Beau, 2798, 2/22/76, Mrs. H. S. Johnson,
L-BX 2 d S-M

Suzy's Mrs. Lucky, 2799, 2/22/76, Mrs. H. S. Johnson,
L-OX 239 d S-M

Suzy's Ward B, 2800, 2/22/76, Mrs. H. S. Johnson, L-VX
27 s-d S

Swamp Fever, 4046, 9/15/80, J & B Sisk, OV 57 s-d L
Swanee Flamingo, 3065, 11/26/76, Elmer Swanson, PX 39 s
S

Swanee Party Pink, 3066, 11/26/76, Elmer Swanson, PG-E
2df S

Sweet Charmer, 3755, 10/30/79, Lyon, W or WP 2 dc S-M
Sweet Dream (See Val's Sweet Dream)

Sweetheart (See Skagit Sweetheart)

Sweet Honesty, 2887, 8/23/76, Lyndon Lyon, D-P 57 dc S
Sweet Jackie, 3632, 3/27/79, Eugenia B. Siracusa, WP 2 d
M

Sweet Jenny (See Skagit Sweet Jenny)

Sweet Melody, 3580, 12/23/78, House of Violets, D-P 2 df
L

Sweet 'N Pink, 3581, 12/23/78, House of Violets, D-P 29 df

S

Sweet Paula, 4000, 6/28/80, Bill Foster, P 357 d S
Sweet Peach, 3555, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, L-P 27 s S
Sweet Surrender, 2812, 3/9/76, House of Violets, P 2 d S
Sweet Violet, 3242, 11/11/77, Swift's AV, L-O 2 s-d L
Swingin Pink, 3110, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, D-P 2 d S
Swinging Star, 3590, 1/4/79, Tinari GH, PW-E 29 sc S
Sylvan Blue (See Granger's Sylvan Blue)

T

Taffy Pull, 3255, 12/5/77, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, D-PW-E 389
df L

Tanastar, 3692, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. Magee, R 25 s-d L
Tangela, 3630, 3/29/79, Irene Fredette, L-PX 2 s-d&df S
Tanglewood, 3996, 6/26/80, Dori Macomber, OXW 3 d S
Tarantella, 3997, 6/26/80, Dori Macomber, D-PXR 89 s-df

S

Tattle Trail, 3916, 4/21/80, Lyon GH, P 2 dc M-T
Taylo, 3981, 6/2/80, Pat Tracey, L-P 2 sc M-T

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Tender Love, 3756, 10/30/79, Lyndon Lyon, OV 2 dc S
Tennessee Apple Blossom, 3015, 10/20/76, Mrs. T. C.
Fritz, L-P 2 sc S

Tennessee Ballet, 3759, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C. Fritz, WB-E 5
df S

Tennessee Blue Beauty, 3760, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C. Fritz,
D-BW-E 23 sc S

Tennessee Blue Moon, 3016, 10/20/76, Mrs. T. C. Fritz,
D-B 2 sc S

Tennessee Indigo Bunting, 3761, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C.
Fritz, DV 23 sc S

Tennessee Indigo Elf, 3762, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C. Fritz,
WB-E 25 sf S

Tennessee Mary Ann, 3763, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C. Fritz,
D-P 23 d S

Tennessee Miss Buffy, 3764, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C. Fritz,
L-P 23 d S

Tennessee Mist, 3018, 10/20/76, Mrs. T. C. Fritz, D-B 2 sc

S

Tennessee Pinafore, 3017, 10/20/76, Mrs. T. C. Fritz,
WBCG-E 5 sf S

Tennessee Pink Delight, 3765, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C. Fritz,
L-P 23 d S

Tennessee Pink Star, 3019, 10/20/76, Mrs. T. C. Fritz, D-P

2 sc S

Tennessee Raggeddy Ann, 3766, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C.
Fritz, WB 23 s-dc S

Tennessee Rosamond, 3767, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C. Fritz,
OP 23 sc S

Tennessee Springtime, 3768, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C. Fritz,
WP-E 2 sfc S

Tennessee Trudy, 3769, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C. Fritz, D-P 2 d

S

Tennessee Waltz, 3118, 4/8/77, Mrs. T. C. Fritz, D-BW-E
23 sfc S

Tennessee White Swan, 3770, 10/29/79, Mrs. T. C. Fritz,
W 23 s-dc S

Tequila Sunrise, 3381, 4/26/78, Sandra Leary, D-P 29 sc L
Theresa, 3131, 5/20/77, Gary Beck, WP 2 d S
Terri Lynn (See Hammond's Terri Lynn)

Terry's Favorite, 3648, 5/14/79, Gary R. Beck, L-O 23 s S
Texas Beauty, 3654, 5/29/79, Susan's AV's, D-B 23 d S
Texas Charmer, 3082, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, OXD-VW-E

2 s-d L

Texas Cutie, 3874, 2/11/80, Pat Tuminello, W or VW 28 d

S

Texas Miss, 3655, 5/29/79, Susan's AV's, D-RX 38 d L
Texas Twister, 3656, 5/29/79, Susan's AV's, OX 35 df S
Texas Wildfire, 3083, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, RW-E 2 d L
That's Elaine, 3889, 3/20/80, Sandy Weynand, P 39 sc S
The Dove, 4022, 7/26/80, Sylvia Edgar, W 2 d L
The Fonz, 3691, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. F. Magee, R 29 d L
The Musician, 3243, 11/12/77, Rev. L. E. Collins, OX 38
s-d S

The Musian's Blues, 3301, 1/21/78, Larry E. Collins, L-BX

3 s S

The Redhead, 3596, 1/12/79, Annalee Violetry, PX 23 d L
Theresa Diane, 3806, 11/21/79, Candy Russell, WP-E 8 s S
Thistledown (See Shomee Thistledown)

Thriller Diller, 2813, 3/9/76, House of Violets, RG-E 3 df S
Thumbles, 3757, 10/30/79, Lyon GH, WR 2 dc M
Tiffany (See Utz Tiffany)

Tiger, 3433, 6/1/78, Fredette, D-BV 7 s-d L
Tiger Tooth, 3824, 11/26/79, Violet Fun, R-V 59 s S-M
Tiggy Winkle, 3917, 4/21/80, Lyon GH, P 2 dc M
Tigre, 3982, 6/2/80, Pat Tracey, WL-BG 35 df M
Tillie Close, 3833, 11/29/79, E. Janosick, D-R 29 s-d S
Tim Worley, 3582, 12/23/78, House of Violets, V 7 d L
Tina Lou, 2780, 2/2/76, Rienhardt's AV, D-R-OX 27 d L

Tinari's Crimson Glow, 3164, 7/5/77, Tinari GH, OX 23 sf
S

Tinsel Town, 4122, 11/10/80, Champion AV, PW-E 57 df S
Tiny Tot, 2888, 8/23/76, Lyndon Lyon, WP 2 dc M
Tippy Crest, 3328, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, WV 2 s S-M
Tiz Blue, 3526, 10/21/78, House of Violets, D-B 29 d L
'Tiz Lovely 4001, 6/28/80, House of Violets, OXV 3 s-df S
'Tiz Pink, 3527, 10/21/78, House of Violets, D-P 3 d L
'Tiz So, 3890, 3/20/80, Sandy Weynand, P 3 dc S
Together White, 3556, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, W 29 sc S
Tomgirl, 3830, 11/29/79, Marie Dattalo, WB 5 df S
Tommie's Son, 3111, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, WB 79 5 L
Tommy's Brother, 3659, 7/5/79, Kolb's GH, WO 27 s-d S
Toni (See Peggy's Toni)

Tony, 2831, 4/22/76, House of Violets, R 3 df S
Too Much (See DiB's Too Much)

Top Angel (See Val's Top Angel)

Top Cat, 3697, 8/26/79, Lyon's GH, VB 2 d S
Top Flight, 3184, 7/30/77, E. Fisher, R-P 239 d L
Topohoney (See DiB's Topohoney)

Topper, 3557, 11/24/78, Ronn Nadeau, D-OX 57 dc S
Touch of Wonder, 3528, 10/21/78, House of Violets, R-PV
2 df L

Trabo, 3735, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, D-V 2 d L
Tracey Trail, 3623, 3/1/79, Pat Tracey, V-BX 2 s&s-d S-M-
T

Tricia Ann, 3700, 8/31/79, Martha Tucker, L-B 8 d M
Trinket Magic, 3485, 10/7/78, Champion's AV, VW-E 579
sf S-M

Trinket Seas, 4123, 11/10/80, Champion AV, D-BW-E 378
d S-M

Trinket White Caps, 3214, 9/25/77, Champion AV, WL-B-
E 39 s S-M

Trish's Teper, 3492, 10/13/78, C. D. Martin, D-O 239 sc L
Triumph (See Skagit Triumph)

True Lavender (See Castle's True Lavender)

Truffles, 3084, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, OW-E 2 d L
Trudy (See Tennessee Trudy)

Tucson's El Con, 3858, 1/23/80, Norma Buttler, M-B 35
s-dfc L

Twice Pink, 4131, 11/19/80, Lloyd's AV, P 27 d S
Twilight (See Hortense's Twilight)

Twilight Angel, 3112, 2/25/77, Kolb's GH, VW-E 59 s-d L
Twinkle Toes, 3175, 7/16/77, Lyon, R-PX 9 d M
Tweeny Weeny, 3299, 1/18/78, Donald Baker, OV 29 s M

U

Ullah, 3731, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, P 2 d L
Ulli (See Ballet Ulli)

Ultra Blue, 4003, 6/30/80, Mrs. H. G. Garner, M-BX 3 d S
Utz Monique, 3085, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, D-PW-E 2 d L
Utz Perfection, 3736, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, OW-E 2
d L

Utz Rio Bravo, 3737, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, L-RW-E 2
d L

Utz Tiffany, 3086, 12/30/76, Howard Utz, PW-E 23 d L

V

Vagabond (See Skagit Vagabond)

Valarie Lynn, 2818, 4/17/76, S. L. Brown, L-PX 56 d S
Valencia (See Granger's Valencia)

Valentine, 3044, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, R 239 dc S
Valentine Candy, 3943, 5/24/80, Hightower's VN, WR-E
57 df S

Valeria, 3583, 12/23/78, House of Violets, OVW-E 3 df L
Val's Silver Flight, 3332, 2/15/78, Gertrude Pesson, WOC
157 f S-M

Val's Sweet Dream, 3247, 11/25/77, Gertrude Pesson, L-P
279 d S

Val's Top Angel, 3248, 11/25/77, Gertrude Pesson, PX 59
df L

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Val's Winsome Pink, 3249, 11/25/77, Gertrude Pesson,
PW-E 35 d L

Vancouver Debut, 3281, 12/15/77, Simpson's AV, PX 25 d
L

Variegated Gorgeous (See Maas' Variegated Gorgeous)
Veda's Very Varied, 3740, 10/9/79, Veda H. Quimby, BW
1259 d S

Velvet Queen, 3045, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, D-B 239 d S
Velvet Ribbons, 2788, 2/17/76, Irene Fredette, PR-E 2 sc S
Vern's Blue Chips, 2046, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, D-B 29 dc
S

Vern's Blue Heaven, 3047, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, M-B 29
dc S

Vern's Flash, 3048, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, M-BW-E 289 dc
S

Vern's French Lace, 3049, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, BWC 239
d S

Vern's Masterpiece, 3050, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, D-P 239 d

S

Vern's Moonbeam, 3051, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, L-P 239
s-dc S

Vern's Red Velvet, 3052, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, D-R 29 d S
Vern's Summer Skies, 3053, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, L-B 239
dc S

Vern's Telstar, 3054, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, BWC 289 dc S
Vern's White Cheer, 3055, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, W 39 d S
Vern's White Knight, 3056, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, W 239
dc S

Vern's Zodie, 3057, 11/8/76, V. Lorenzen, WRC 239 d M
Very Blueberry, 3529, 10/21/78, House of Violets, M-BW-
E 3 d L

Very Peachy, 2814, 3/9/76, House of Violets, L-PX 3 df S
Very Raspberry, 2815, 3/9/76, House of Violets, P-O 3 d S
Vibrant Val, 3918, 4/21/80, Lyon's GH, D-P 2 dc S
Viceroy, 4076, 9/27/80, Madge Lilliquist, BWC 23 dc S
Victory, 4104, 10/9/80, C. C. Reed, D-B 2 df L
Viego, 3732, 10/5/70, Hortense Pittman, OV-E 2 s L
Vigorlou, 3669, 7/18/79, Ronn Nadeau, P 57 s-d S
Viola Tucker, 3232, 10/24/77, Granger G, D-PW-E 4 df S
Violet Charm, 3907, 4/18/80, Ernest Fisher, R-O 23 d M
Violet Tint, 3148, 5/27/77, Swifts' AV, L-OV-E 25 s-d L
Virginia, 3160, 6/2/77, R. Holtkamp, P 3 sf S
Virginia Is, 4060, 9/19/80, Barbara Elkin, PW-E 39 sc S
Volare, 3305, 1/23/78, Rienhardt's AV, WO 239 s-d L
Volkmann's Cloud Pink, 3221, 9/25/77, Volkmann Bros.,
P2dcS

Voyaguer (See Granger's Voyaguer)

W

Wee Bells, 3807, 11/21/79, Candy Russell, W 2 s M
Wee Dreamer, 3329, 2/3/78, Ronn Nadeau, P 29 d M
Welcome Spring, 3938, 5/23/80, Swift's AV, WV-E 5 d L
Welcome Stranger (See Ed's Welcome Stranger)

Wendy, 3605, 2/19/79, Mrs. C. S. Hawley, P 2 d L
Westdale Cheryl Lynn, 3698, 8/29/79, Mrs. 1. Haseltine,
D-V 2 s S-M

Westdale Midnight Blue, 3425, 5/19/78, Irene Haseltine,
D-B 32 s S

Westdale Sassy, 2790, 2/19/76, Irene Haseltine, OX 2 s S
Westminister, 3562, 12/11/78, Arthur F. Hill, PX 3 d L
What-A-Violet, 3584, 12/23/78, House of Violets, M-PW-E
28 df L

What Fun, 3310, 1/28/78, Deborah Good, P 2 d S-M
Whisper, 3825, 11/26/79, Violet Fun, P 259 sf S
Whispering Hope, 3585, 12/23/78, House of Violets, PW 2

df L

Whisper Rose, 3149, 5/27/77, Swifts' AV, R-P 23 d L
White Avion (See DiB's White Avion)

White Cheer (See Vern's White Cheer)

White Cockatoo (See Granger's White Cockatoo)

White Heritage, 2777, 1/5/76, Tinari, W & WO 35 df S
White Jubilee (See Granger's White Jubilee)

White Knight (See Vern's White Knight)

White Lightning, 4124, 11/10/80, Champion AV, W 357 df
S

White on White, 3894, 3/28/80, A. C. Bollar, W 35 d S
White Smoak, 3712, 9/17/79, Tinari GH, WL-P 19 sfc S
White Swan (See Tennessee White Swan)

White Viceroy, 3787, 10/31/79, Granger G, WB 239 df S
Wildfire (See Granger's Wildfire)

Wild Strawberry, 3886, 2/29/80, Reigning Violets, WR 3 d
S

Wine Drops, 3337, 2/17/78, E & L Hammond, R 2 s M
Wine (See Skagit Wine)

Winsome Pink (See Val's Winsome Pink)

Winter Fantasy, 3788, 10/31/79, Granger G, W 2 df S
Winter Grape, 2789, 2/17/76, Irene Fredette, OX 27 s&s-df
S

Wintry Blast, 3693, 8/3/79, Mrs. O. Magee, OX 59 d L
Wishing (See Hortense's Wishing)

Wonderland (See Granger's Wonderland)

Wonderland (See Skagit Wonderland)

Woodtrail, 3855, 2/3/80, Ted Khoe, B 2 s M-T
Y

Yellow Bird, 3667, 7/18/79, Mrs. J. H. Pitts, L-Y 29 s c L
Yours Truly, 3738, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, D-P W-E 2
d L

Walt's Donna Lynn, 4027, 9/8/80, W. W. Wewer, BX 2 d S
Walt's Margaret, 4028, 9/8/80, W. W. Wewer, P 2 d S
Wanderlust, 3786, 10/31/79, Granger G, M-D-B 23 s-df S
Ward B (See Suzy's Ward B)

Warren Tee, 3396, 4/29/78, Swifts' AV, O 35 d L
Wavecrest, 3137, 5/27/77, E & L Hammond, BW-E 5 df S

Z

Zapata (See Hortense's Zapata)

Zephyr, 3361, 4/22/78, Wilson Bros., W 2 d S
Zero, 3826, 11/26/79, Violet Fun, B 25 s-df S
Zodie (See Vern's Zodie)

Zoe, 3739, 10/5/79, Hortense Pittman, PX 2 d L

SAINTPAULIA (AFRICAN VIOLET) SPECIES

S. brevipilosa

B. L. Burtt

1964

S. nitida

B. L. Burtt

1958

S. confusa

B. L. Burtt

1958

S. orbicularis

B. L. Burtt

1947

S. difficilis

B. L. Burtt

1958

var. purpurea

B. L. Burtt

1964

S. diplotricha

B. L. Burtt

1947

S. pendula

B. L. Burtt

1958

S. goetzeana

Engler

1900

var. kizarae

B. L. Burtt

1964

S. grandifolia

B. L. Burtt

1958

S. pusilla

Engler

1900

S. grotei

Engler

1921

S. rupicola

B. L, Burtt

1964

S. inconspicua

B. L. Burtt

1958

S. shumensis

B. L. Burtt

1955

S. intermedia

B. L. Burtt

1958

S. teitensis

B. L. Burtt

1958

S. ionantha

H. Wendland

1893

S. tongwensis

B. L. Burtt

1947

S. magungensis

E. P. Roberts

1950

S. velutina

B. L. Burtt

1958

var. minima

B. L. Burtt

1964

var. occidentalis

B. L. Burtt

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56

Mildred Schroeder admires ‘Open Face’, one of
the prize-winning violets she raises.

African Violets:

\ A Gift of God

! Carol Zehb

j

I "One thing I don't brother with is a manicure,"
i says Mildred Schroeder of 74th Ct., Elmwood Park,

I IL. "I use my fingers for everything when it comes to
j working with my plants. It's so much easier than us-
I ing tools."

I A collection of blue ribbons attests to the success
of her methods. A member of the African Violet
Society of America, Inc., Mrs. Schroeder's violets
have taken prizes in numerous competitions.

Competition is keen, with plants being judged for
shape (they should be completely round like a
wheel), leaves evenly spaced and one on top of the
other, general appearance (no soil should be visible
on or between the leaves) and bloom (a blue ribbon
plant must have at least 20 blossoms).

Mrs. Schroeder's interest was sparked many years
ago when she visited a relative whose kitchen win¬
dow was filled with African violets in bloom.

"I came home and started buying a few plants. But
not knowing much about them, they all died," she
says. "So I began studying. I learned about the socie¬
ty and joined it, and little by little built up my collec¬
tion. It's become a fascinating hobby for me,"

While she readily admits that her plants are a
demanding family ("You cannot neglect them") she
hastens to debunk some of the myths about raising
African violets.

"Many people think they should not get the leaves
wet. That just isn't true. Violets love to be washed. I
bathe mine at least once a month," she says.

She also recommends groiwng them under ar¬
tificial light rather than natural sunlight. "African
violets should have at least 10 to 12 hours of light
each day. I use a combination of one warm and one
cool bulb for mine. They will tolerate direct sun but
not hot sun. One week of cloudy or bad weather can

harm a plant that has only natural light," she advises.

Mrs. Schroeder also believes in fertilizing every
time she waters the plants, but "just a pinch, less than
is recommended on the package." She alternates be¬
tween fertilizers high in nitrogen, phosphate and
potash on a regular schedule.

African violets should be watered whenever the
soil feels dry to the touch, she emphasizes. Her plants
stand in trays of vermiculite so the excess water can
run off easily.

For potting, she uses a combination of Black Magic
potting soil, baccto peat and fermate (a preparation

African violets love moisture and frequent
washing is very beneficial for them says Mrs.
Schroeder. She bathes her plants in the laundry
tub at least once a month.

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57

Here are some of the many beautiful plants
Mrs. Shcroeder raises under fluorescent lights.

to discourage fungus growth). “I also add finely
crushed egg shell to make the soil porous and give it
added nutrients/' she explains. She repots her plants
every six months to give them fresh soil and adequate
room to grow. The pot should be one-third the size
of the plant, she recommends.

She specializes in growing the newest varieties. As
a sideline to her hobby she has developed an interest
in photographing the new types. Many of her color
photographs have appeared in the African Violet
Magazine.

She still maintains an active role in the national
society after having served for eight years as its
librarian. She is both a judge and a chairman for
shows and has won the green rosette, the top award
given for organization of an African violet show.

Mrs. Shroeder is now serving A VS A as Affiliate
Chairman. She is also a member of the Board of
Directors.

Many of her plants have been started from cuttings
taken from new varieties. Her violets are in great de¬
mand by a whole circle of acquaintances.

"I sell many of the larger plants for the summer,
and cut the rest back. It doesn't hurt to take the ex¬
cess leaves off at any time. In fact, it does the plant
good," she says.

She advises keeping new plants away from those
already in the home for at least six weeks to be sure
they are not carrying mites or some other plant
disease. "If you have a violet that becomes twisted or
where the center gets bad, throw it out. You will
never cure it and it can destroy all your other
plants," she says.

The mother of one son and two daughters, and the
grandmother of seven, she compares raising African
violets to raising a family. "They don't just grow by
themselves," she explains, "They require a regular
program of care." But the joys far outweigh the
responsibilities.

"It's a gift of God to have this much color in life,"
she concludes.

(ED. NOTE; This article by Carol Zebb and photos
by Herb Shenkin appeared in the Oak Park, IL,
newspaper El Leaves)

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HOME SOIL

Here's Sylvia Duay's method of making home soil
as related to her fellow members of the Atchafalaya
AVS of Morgan City, LA:

To make home soil I use about two parts
sphagnum peat moss, one part of perlite (helps keep
soil from packing), one part of vermiculite (helps
hold moisture), a small amount of horticulture char¬
coal (keeps soil sweet), a small amount of Dolomite
Lime (counteracts acidity of peat moss) and Volkman
Bros. Constant feed (fertilizer).

Sylvia said that she is now experimenting with the
soil, and that she makes it richer by adding the
following ingredients to her homemade soil: nine
cups Volkman, three cups soil builder, one cup
perlite, three cups vermiculite, one cup charcoal,
one-fourth cup bonemeal, one-fourth cup egg shells,
two tablespoons of Dolomite lime, one tablespoon
sup^r phosphate, one tablespoon wood ashes, one
tablespoon blood meal, one tablespoon of 100 per
cent organic, one teaspoon systemic, one teaspoon
fermate, one teaspoon chlorodane (mixed with
water) and two cups Volkman's constant feed water.
This provides the nitrogen, phosphorus and potash
necessary for a healthy plant, she said.

See inside front cover to find out how
AVSA carries on its business.

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58

Saintpaulia Species

Mrs. Jack Balonis
Boston Road
Groton, MA 01450

The African violet, Saintpaulia, was discovered in
1891 by Baron Walter von Saint Paul in the Eastern
South Central Tanganyika Usambara Mountains, a
small area for an entire genus to be discovered. The
seeds were first sent to Germany; the plant arrived in
the United States by 1927, The African violet fast
became a popular house plant and fascinated many.
The plant has become so popular partially because of
its suitability to our homes and also because it is so
easily hybridized and propagated. The original Saint¬
paulia is so changed from its natural state one might
doubt that they are truly the same. When a novice
sees 'S. Grotei' and Tommie Lou', he may have his
doubts that they are both truly African violets. I find
the species fascinating and hope all African violet
growers will try to grow at least one.

The species are primarily separated by the length
and position of the hairs on the surface of the leaves.
Some leaves have visible hairs which appear long.
Some leaves are smooth and do not even seem to
have hair like S. Nitida. The hairs account for a
smooth shiny look, or a velvety touch, or a coarse
hairy look. Most Gesnariads are classified by fruit
capsules, the Saintpaulia is singular in definition by
the hairs on the leaves. The fruit capsules were not
different enough to use in defining species; but, also
given consideration are the fruit capsules and the
floral characteristics. In my descriptions of the
following species, I have tried to include my personal
experience with each of the species I have grown. I
know very few growers are as fascinated with our
violet species as I am. I have worked very hard since
1973 gathering species from various sources and it
has not been an easy task obtaining them; I'm still
looking for a few. There are Amazon Varieties of
two species I know of, S. Grotei and S. Velutina. The
bloom on these varieties is larger than the standard
species. The leaves are also somewhat larger.

I fell in love with my first species S. Nitida and was
as hooked on the species as I had earlier been hooked
on violets to begin with. I'm not sure why I love the
species so much; they are entirely different from
standard show violets, yet this plant is what nature
gave to us. In general, they are more like trailer-type
violets than the standards; they have thinner leaves
and petioles and tend to be more flexible than stan¬
dards. (NOTE: S. lonantha, S. Tongwensis, S. Pen-
dula, S. House of Amani and S. Sigi Falk are not as
thin or flexible as most species.)

I have found it valuable to know the type of

natural atmosphere in which a species was
discovered. This information gives me an idea about
the plant's likes and dislikes. I have found that the
species can be hardy and yet fussy at the same time.
Some can withstand temperatures as low as 40° , yet
at 80° some are too hot. Humidity and moisture are
very important factors with the species; they cannot
be treated all alike. Some are used to dryer condi¬
tions, some not. I have tried to be specific in stating
their likes and dislikes, many of which I have found
out the hard way.

Here are the species I have worked with:

S. brevipilosa — Discovered in the Nguru Moun¬
tains, Ranzania, this is one of the small growing
species. The older leaves twist both clockwise and
counter-clockwise. The leaves are supersoft, thin,
and light green; the leaves truly feel like velvet. One
of my favorites — I have grown this species since
1973 — I have found it tempermental when repotted.
The plant does better in average to cool temperatures
with moderate to poor light. The flowers are light
purple but not long lasting with 1-4 on a peduncle.
The hairs on the leaves of S. brevipilosa are very
short and dense which accounts for its velvet feeling.
It is somewhat hard to grow.

S. confusa — Discovered in East Usambaras, Tan¬
zania, this species was originally confused with S.
ionantha; they were recognized separately 1947. The
natural habitat is moist, and S. confusa shows a need
for more water. This plant is best grown to a multiple
crown plant. It has striking deep purple flowers.
High humidity, moisture, good drainage, and cooler
temperatures are very important. This plant is im¬
pressive as a large multi-crown plant. I first acquired
S, confusa in 1976 and have found an excellent
grower. The plant is another of my favorites; the
deep green leaves with the deep purple flowers are
very striking, usually two per peduncle.

S. difficilis — This species comes from East Usam¬
bara, Tanzania. I found this plant grows well to a
single crown plant. It requires good light and tends to
have over-long petioles without enough light. The
leaves are almost translucent and very light green,
sometimes slightly spooned, with long hairs visible.
The flowers on S. difficilis are medium blue and bom
freely, 5-7 on a peduncle. This plant is fairly easy to
grow and enjoys cool temperatures with even
moisture.

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59

S. dipliotricha — From the Usambara Mountains,
Tanzania, this species has proven quite sensitive for
me. This plant is very easily overwatered, enjoys a
drier atmosphere than most and cooler temperatures.
S. dipliotricha tends to grow nicely to a single crown
and forms a good rosette shape. The leaves are
medium to dark green and the flowers are a pale lilac.
The leaves are fairly thick, slightly serrated, some
spoonshaped, and remain small. A fairly good
bloomer.

S. goetzeana ~~ This hard-to-grow species was
discovered growing in mosses in the forest of the
Lukwangule plateau in Central Uluguru. S. goet¬
zeana has only blossomed twice since its discovery, a
California grower who reportedly placed the plant
on the back of her bottom shelf and ignored it, and
even more recently a Massachusetts grower. The
plant needs hot days and cool nights which would be
detrimental to other violets. Shallow roots are
characteristic of this plant. This species is truly a
miniature, very small, medium green leaves with
long hairs for the size of the leaves, multiple crowned
with a creeping tendancy, and when it does bloom,
the flowers are almost white. I grow my S. goetzea-
nain a small jar to give it the humidity it enjoys. I
have grown the species since 1975 with little change;
it is a very slow grower. My fear is that one day I'll
look into the jar and find a wilted bloom.

S. grandifolia — This species was discovered in the
West Usambara Mountains growing in clay. The
plant is a large grower and requires the room of a
large standard grower growing in a single crowned,
nicely shaped rosette. The leaves are large, crinkled,
thin, and a clear green color. The species is a free
bloomer, perhaps one of the best of the species with a
bright blue cluster of flowers on each peduncle. It
prefers to be evenly moist, to have cool
temperatures, high humidity, and moderate light.

S. grotei — Discovered near Amani, Tanzania, this
species grows naturally in dense shade with lots of
moisture and good drainage; it also prefers hotter
than normal temperatures. S. grotei is truly unique;
it prefers to climb given some support and gives a
very different appearance for an African violet. The
leaves are round, slightly spooned, medium green,
smooth, deeply serrated, and somewhat thin. The
petioles are thin, dark brown, and flexible. The
bloom is sparse with usually one bloom per ped¬
uncle, and a medium blue with slightly dark eye. S.
grotei grows better in natural light than under
fluorescents, especially when grown as a climber. S.
grotei Amazon has larger bloom and leaves. The
leaves are more sharply serrated, also.

S. House of Amani — This plant is not yet properly
identified as a true species but is believed to be a
species. The plant grows well in a single crowned
rosette. The plant has dark green serrated foliage.
The bloom is medium lavender-blue with 3-5 flowers
per stalk; they drop easily. This species tends to
bunch with normal light and requires less light than
most African violets.

S. inconspicua — This species from the Uluguru
Mountains is believed lost since the bombing of Ger¬
many during World War II. The plant is a trailer and
has blue-spotted white flowers.

S. intermedia — Growing in the Usambara Moun¬
tains on rock, this plant is very sensitive to over¬
watering. It requires good drainage but cannot stand
going dry. The plant grows multiple crown
sometimes trailing when older. The leaves are
medium size with short dense hairs which give a
velvet touch to round olive green leaves. They are
slightly serrated, red reversed, and have prominent
veins. The flowers are blue, borne in modest quan¬
tity with 5-7 on a stalk. It prefers cooler temperatures
and can be somewhat hard to grow.

S. ionantha — This species is the most responsible
for the modem hybrids. This first species was
discovered in the Eastern Usambara Mountains. The
plant has given many characteristics to the modem
hybrid, including the flat round rosette. The plant is
more tolerant than other species and is comfortable
in most modern homes, (about 68-75). The leaves are
slightly serrated, pointed, heart-shaped, and are dark
green with reddish hue reverse. The flowers are a
lively blue- violet, borne in clusters of about 10. The
plant is a large grower, averaging 15-20 inches in
diameter as an adult.

S. magungensis — From the Usambara Mountains
in Tanzania, this is tmly a trailer in all its varieties.
This plant thrives on moisture and high humidity. S.
magungensis is a medium-sized grower with round,
green leaves on long petioles. The medium blue-
violet flowers are borne regularly with 2 blossoms
per peduncle.

S. magungensis var minima was one of my first
species and I have grown it since 1974 with good
results. This plant is an excellent small trailer which I
treat like all my trailers and encourage a bushy trail¬
ing plant by pinching baby center leaves. This plant
requires a lot of water, good drainage, and very high
humidity. The flowers, usually sparse, are borne 2
per stalk and are a very tiny blue- violet. The leaves

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60

of this species are tiny, thin, round, and slightly ser¬
rated.

S. magungensis var occidentalis is a beautiful bushy
trailer with shiny round leaves but a very shy
bloomer. The bloom is a medium blue-violet with a
darker eye, usually 2-4 per peduncle. This variety is
thought to be extinct in Africa because the area in
which it was discovered is now under cultivation. It
prefers cool temperatures, below 75°.

S. nitida — My first species, this one comes from
Tanganyika in the Nguru Mountains found growing
on rocks under shade by a forest stream. I have
grown S. nitida since spring 1973 when I purchased
the plant from Ruth Webster of Tilton, New Hamp¬
shire. I have found it to be one of my very favorite
species, very much worth growing and probably the
one I would keep if I could have only one. Some say
S. nitida can be grown to a single crown but I feel it is
happiest as a multiple crown and really at its best
that way. S. nitida is really a beautiful specimen with
large clusters of dark purple blossoms freely borne in
clusters of 8-10. The leaves are very shiny, smooth,
spooned, round and about the size of a silver dollar.
The reverse of the leaves is red, the petioles are
brown and long. S. nitida prefers a cooler
temperature; I have found it happy between 60-70° ,
modest light, and high humidity. The plant tends to
be moody; it droops in heat and likes to be evenly
moist with good drainage but never wet.

S. orbicularis — Discovered in the Usambara
Mountains growing in shade with high daytime
temperatures up to 90° and nighttime temperatures
as low as 45°. This plant is an upright, multiple
crown grower. The leaves are round, thin, fairly
small and a pale green. The plant blooms regularly
with very pale blue to an almost white blossom that
is tiny, drops very easily, and is usually in dusters of
5-8 per peduncle. This plant is a hardy species, it
thrives with the big temperature change and high
humidity but will do well in more stable conditions.
The plant is not as fussy as others if it is a little dry
occasionally, it perks right up when watered. My S.
orbicularis has thrived under many varied condi¬
tions. The upright growing pattern tends to develop
necks.

S. orbicularis var purpurea — This plant is similar
to S. orbicularis in tastes but somewhat different in
appearance. The leaves are similar in size and shape
but a darker green and somewhat shiny. The bloom
is a dark purple. This plant can be grown to a single
crown but prefers to be multiple crowned. Like the

species, it is hardy and tolerant of extreme
temperatures.

S. pendula ~ This variety discovered in Tanzania,
S. pendula, has been very temperamental for me. It
requires even moisture; too much or too little will
upset this plant. Whenever I over or underwater, I
am sure to lose a couple of leaves. This plant is
thicker than most species, with stems noticeably
larger than most species. The leaves are round, ser¬
rated, very hairy and a yellowish green. The bloom is
scarce since there is only one blossom per peduncle,
and it is a pale blue. This plant also requires regular
and heavy feeding. S. pendula is a medium-sized
trailer. Prefers average temperatures, too cold is
damaging.

S. pendula var kizarae — This plant is much like the
species in temperament although I have not found it
quite as bad as its "sister". This variety is unhappy
when overwatered but does like high humidity.
Essentially, S. pendula var kizarae is a miniature of
the species S. pendula; it is more compact, thinner,
darker leaved, and not as heavily textured. The
bloom is a medium blue with 2-4 per stalk. I like this
species for its trailing appearance.

S. puscilla — This plant was discovered in the
Uluguru Mountains growing on rocks among moss.
This plant is the smallest of known species but be¬
lieved lost in the bombings of World War II. The tiny
plant had tiny bi-colored, light blue and white
blossoms and small purple-backed triangular leaves.
The plant was less difficult to grow than S. goet-
zeana.

S. rupicola — This plant was discovered in Kaloleni
in Kenya. I have found this species fairly easy to
grow. Although it dislikes high temperatures, it is
otherwise hardy, S. rupicola has soft, medium-green,
shiny leaves and a light blue bloom, usually with 3-4
per peduncle. The plant can grow to a single crown
but tends to grow multiple crown and slanted. Its ap¬
pearance is best grown to a multiple crown and sort
of bushy.

S. shumensis — This miniature species comes from
Shume in the Ulsambara Mountains where it grows
in dry forests on cliff faces. This plant is easily over¬
watered, so be careful; it likes to be a little dry. This
species is a true miniature and grows to a multiple
crown; it can be grown to a single crown but it will
persist in trying to sucker. The leaves are small,
shiny, bright green, and the hairs are very noticeable.
The bloom is a tiny but adorable, nearly white, with
a deep violet spot in the center. The bloom is sparce

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61

with usually 4 per peduncle. This plant is fairly easy
to grow when kept slightly dry, tolerant of
temperatures, likes moderate light.

S, Sigi Fails — Another species not properly iden¬
tified but believed to be a separate species. The leaves
are long, narrow, pointed, very hairy and thick. A
hardy plant, grows to a multiple crown, somewhat
like S. tongwensis in habit. The bloom is medium
blue with usually 4 per peduncle.

S. teitensis — Discovered in Kenya, this species
grew in forests near water. This plant has slightly
pointed, shiny, red-backed, and some spooned
shaped leaves. The blossoms are a medium blue-
violet with a darker center and are borne 1-2 per
peduncle. S. teitensis grows as a single crown upright
and prefers medium light and moisture.

S. tongwensis — Discovered high on Mount
Tongwe in Tanzania growing in humus with light
shade, this plant is a large single crowned, naturally
symmetrical plant. It suckers very seldom and is an
easy plant to grow under a wide range of conditions.
The leaves are long, narrow, pointed, very hairy,
thick, and medium green. The flowers are a pale
blue, in clusters of 10-12 and fairly freely borne. The
plant prefers moderate to good light, and cooler
temperatures. Tends to have long petioles.

S. velutina — This species was discovered in the
Usambara Mountains, Tanzania. It is floriferous,
medium-violet with darker center blossoms and
usually with 5 blossoms per stalk. The leaves are
thin, dark green, red-backed, round, velvety tex¬
tured, hairy, and scalloped. The plant can be grown
to a single crown but does sucker occasionally. S.
velutina is a good grower but is sensitive to over¬
watering and heat, preferring to be slightly dry and
have a cooler temperature than some. S. velutina
amazon has larger bloom than the species.

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Start Your Own Club

Monte Pearce
877 East 300 North
Layton, Utah 84041

About 3 years ago, African violets became a grip¬
ping and thrilling hobby for me. Shortly afterwards,
membership in the African Violet Society of Utah in¬
creased the pleasure of growing violets. At their
meetings, the interchange of information, leaves and
plants among members was an enormous boost to

my enjoyment. Contact with other members between
meetings further enhanced my contentment and
knowledge in this fascinating hobby.

My next step was to join the African Violet Cor¬
respondence Club. Letters to and from violet lovers
across the country provided additional insight and
pleasure. In the process, though, a widespread and
saddening complaint began to emerge from the letters
received. In too many areas and communities, there
are no organized clubs for violet growers. How very
much these people are missing! The shared
knowledge, the exchange of leaves and plants, the
social enjoyments, the heated discussions, the annual
showing of plants, are all missing from their ex¬
periences.

Our club, in Salt Lake City, was 30 miles and a
long distance telephone call away. My exposure to
other members was rather limited and not altogether
satisfactory. We needed a club in our own local area
where we could talk and visit freely between formal
meetings. This was the very same problem that a
number of my correspondents had written about.

There seemed to be only one thing to do — start a
club right here in Layton. First, a list of friends was
made, those who might perhaps be interested.
Second, a two-day marathon of telephone calls, ex¬
plaining the proposed club and inviting interested in¬
dividuals to a meeting at my home. The meeting was
held, the advantages of a club outlined in detail, and
a blooming plant presented to each attendee. From
this nucleus,, a club was formed, officers elected and
an agenda set up for future meetings. Our 15
members have held a number of meetings since then,
thoroughly enjoyable and helpful to everyone.

To all of you violet enthusiasts in this predicament
of having no club to enjoy, form your own! Get a
friend or two together, list possible members, and
establish a meeting place, time and date. Then, start
calling. Even if you get only five or six people
together, you can build from this into as large a
group as you wish. All it takes is a few enthusiasts to
spread the word and recruit members. Each new con¬
tact will know someone else and the news spreads
like ripples in a pond. But you, yourself, must be the
pebble that plunges in to start the ripple. Try it,
you'll like it!

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Soil Recipes

There is a "Soil Recipes & Hints on Growing
Packet" in our library on loan to all A VS A members.
See page 30 on the June issue, under PACKETS.

See "Strictly Business' for information on how
to order Master Variety List #3.

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62

On Violets and Green Thumbs

Irene Fredette

Rooted deep in the folklore of gardeners is the idea
that people for whom plants perform well are blessed
with some special sensitivity to the forces of nature.
They are said to have "green thumbs". This sensi¬
tivity is nothing more than the ability to observe the
plant and to see its needs and distress signals. The
"green thumbs" come through experience born of a
desire to make plants grow and bloom.

I can think of no house plant more amiable or will¬
ing to please than the African violet. The modern
descendants of the original species are hardy,
floriferous, infinite in variety of leaf and flower form
and color, and capable of transforming any barren
corner into a beautiful, ever-blooming indoor
garden. They enjoy an environment which is essen¬
tially perfect for people but are able to adjust easily
to minor inconveniences or a little occasional neglect.

The original native home of the Saintpaulia was on
the somewhat humid African hillsides where the
warm rains drained readily through the porous,
woodsy soil and the sun filtered down softly through
a protective, leafy canopy overhead. It is their
"cultural heritage" which provides the best clues to
successful growing. They simply are not happy in a
foreign environment which exposes them to harsh
sunlight, cold drafts, cold water, heavy soil, lack of
adequate light, and watering practices which vary
from desert to swamp. Pay a little attention to their
needs and their gratitude will be expressed by con¬
stant bouquets for your pleasure.

My love affair with violets began with a single
plant acquired long ago. It needed a companion, and
another, and another. Soon, a bookcase in a dim cor¬
ner was converted, with the addition of lights, into a
miniature garden aglow with color. It was when
violets began to fill a section of the basement that I
experienced the disappointment which turned my at¬
tention to hybridizing. The room was too dry in
winter, too damp in summer, with sharply fluc¬
tuating temperatures and lacking adequate light. To
make matters worse, my work in advertising left too
little time to properly care for several hundred
plants. More fluorescent lights were added but the
result was still less than I had hoped for. It seemed
odd that some plants in full bloom when purchased
at a greenhouse, quickly became capricious and dif¬
ficult in their new home, while others seemed to ad¬
just more readily. Perhaps they were pampered from
birth, as their parents and grandparents had been,
and were accustomed to the luxury of a controlled
greenhouse environment, I thought. What if I

crossed the hardiest ones in an effort to produce
varieties which could withstand my adverse condi¬
tions? I began to search avidly for information on
genetics and the hybridizing began in earnest. Even¬
tually, I selected only the best of the new seedlings
for further crosses and discarded those which were
obviously not too happy. Because then, and for
many subsequent years, I had no thought of
hybridizing commercially or ever selling any of my
hybrids, I discarded seedlings with a very heavy
hand, keeping only those which really pleased me or
showed some specific trait which I considered worth
preserving. Eventually, through a great deal of selec¬
tive breeding, the basement was full of sturdy,
blooming plants with a wider tolerance of adversity
than their ancestors had exhibited.

Then came more ambitious dreams of larger
blossoms, colors of greater clarity, different foliage,
and even more tolerant and sturdy varieties. To
hybridize means to dream and to reach for that
which is elusive and even seemingly impossible. To
cross this one and that one, at random, is an easy
task which even a child can perform. But it was the
more distant goals which appealed to me, offering
real challenge and anticipation without end. Could I
produce the violet I wanted, with ruffled foliage and
a great deal of pink variegation at edges? It took
years for "Alouette" to emerge, but what a lovely
surprise when that dream became a reality. Then a
huge pink single blossom which did not drop, and
variegated foliage which did not change with the
weather, and a brilliant pink with 17 to 19 blossoms
per stem, and the little plant which bloomed happily
in dim corners, and the mildew-resistant strain which
stubbornly refused to wilt even though it was long
past watering time.

Many years and many thousands of plants later,
the dreams still continue. Now that the huge pink
and blue fantasy blossoms over lovely variegated
foliage are a blooming reality, it is time for still
another vision. Perhaps I can get a green edge on that
seedling with a bright red and white striped blossom?
What a nice Christmas present for myself! Or maybe
even a pale blue star with a deep blue ruffle? The im¬
ages and possibilities are endless.

Also infinite is the pleasure of growing these
lovable and exciting plants. To those who have heard
that the African violet is difficult to grow, ignore the
admonition! The modem African violet is no longer
as fragile as many have been led to believe. It will
adapt and live and flower in less than perfect condi-

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63

tions and, given a little care, will perform miracles to
delight you. To really enjoy African violets, you
have to believe that beauty endures and that your
hands are an instrument for its preservation. Look at
your thumbs and see green.

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Pasteurize — Don't Sterilize

John Marrone

Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey

To start with definitions, pasteurization is a partial
sterilization which destroys certain pathogenic
organisms and undesirable bacteria; sterilization is
the killing of all living cells including any beneficial
microorganisms; the word soil refers to a medium in
which plants take hold and develop.

A covered bake pan and your kitchen oven will be
all the equipment you will require. The moisture con¬
tent of the soil, prior to pasteurization, is important,
because a dry soil does not conduct the heat effi¬
ciently. Heat combined with moisture does a better
job of killing microorganisms and weed seed, but, if
the soil is overly wet, the applied heat can destroy its
structure. A moisture content which would be
suitable for planting, or slightly drier, is best.

120° nematodes, water molds, pythium, etc. are
destroyed

130° botrytis, gray mold

140° to 160° most pathogenic fungi, most patho¬
genic bacteria, worms, slugs, centipedes

160° to 180° most weed seed

200° to 212° a few resistant weed seed and resis¬
tant plant viruses

These various temperatures need to be maintained
for 30 minutes to control the organisms listed. An
average of 180° is considered efficient. The medium
should be held to 180° for 30 minutes or until it first
reaches 200° . Be sure not to overcook the medium as
this will render it inert, and would destroy the
beneficial bacteria along with the harmful ones.

After cooling, store the finished material in a
clean, covered plastic (not metal) container, so as not
to recontaminate it. Certain beneficial
microorganisms will be at a low ebb and any recon¬
tamination by pathogenic microorganisms will defeat
the purpose of pasteurization. After cooling, any
suplements may be added, and the medium is ready
for planting immediately. □

(Courtesy of American Gloxinia and
Gesneriad Society)

- - -

COMING EVENTS

Please send Coming Events and ALL articles for the
Magazine to the Editor — NOT to the Knoxville of¬
fice.

Always Label Your Leaves

Always be sure that all leaves and plantlets are
properly named and labeled. A leaf may be labeled
by writing its name on masking tape with waterproof
ink. The tape can be adhered to the leaf without
damage.

Leaves should be prepared so that they will remain
fresh. Cut the petiole (stem) as long as possible.
Cover the cut end with a bit of damp cotton or paper
toweling and wrap the damp cotton/ toweling with
aluminum foil to keep it moist. Pack the leaves in a
plastic bag. Prepared in this manner, the leaves will
remain fresh for several days.

- ♦— -

Please send COMING EVENTS to the Editor
— not to the Knoxville officel

REAP AWARDS — • These six violet enthusiasts
reaped numerous blue ribbons and other awards
at the 1Sth annual show of the After Dark AVS of
Longmont, CO. They are, L-R: Back row, Jeanne
Bohn with ‘Serenpidity' and 'Chris Leppard’,
Retta Hamilton (18 blues) with 'Blue Sprite’ and
‘Thumbles’, Jackie Delier with ‘Granger’s Cameo
Queen’; front row, Yvonne Hudgson (17 blues)
with ‘Snow Orchid’, Carolyn Bruton with 'Delft
Imperial’ and Susan Kucharyson (11 blues) with
‘Pink Glory’. (Photo by Shirley Davis).

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

64

Attention Advertisers

Please note increase in ad rates. This was made necessary because of increasing costs for publishing
magazine and maintaining its quality.

Another PLEASE: Deadline dates must be observed if ads are to appear^ and PLEASE check amount of
copy as some ads are running much too long.

COPY TO AD MANAGER, Ann Carpenter, must be typewritten. If ads are typed there is no chance

for errors.

We need some original color slides from you advertisers who hybridize. Please send to Editor, Grace Foote.

REPOTTING

If you're repotting, don't put your plants in
too large a pot. Overpotting is bad for African
violets. They like their roots to be root-bound.

THE PLANT GALLERY

Hundreds of African Violets.

“Skagits” by Lindstrom, Grangers, Fredette, Leary, Lyon,
Champion, Baker, & many others. 1981 Lists — 25(t each.
Specify Standard list or Miniatures list. Trailers on both.

Linda L. Dougherty

1 491 Vaughn Rd. Mt. Vernon, WA 98273

Phone (206) 424-1176

Charlyne and Ralph Reed

936-940 Garland Street, SW DEPT AQP --

Camden, Arkansas 71701 Phone (501) 836-3016

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. 15.25 ppd.

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. . 26.75 ppd.

Carton of 24 . .

. .....46.00 ppd.

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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SURPRISE PACKAGE:

Leaves (our choice) — 25/$6.00 Postpaid
Plants (our choice) — 10/$10.00 Postpaid

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Shipping begins March 15th

LIST — 50$ (refundable) or 2-15$ stamps
FREDETTE ORIGINALS

Lady Baltimore Popsicle

Maui Magic Music Man

Fredette’s (1981) Leaves $1.00 ea. PP

Group No. 1 — Leaves $7.00 doz. PP

Group No. 2 — Leaves $6.00 doz. PP

Plum Pleasure Sea Gypsy

Dancin’ Shadow Blues

GROUP NO. 2

Reed’s HOUSE OF VIOLETS

Reed’s HOUSE OF VIOLETS

(available after April 15th)

Cotton Queen

Glacier Blue

Plum Royal

Pink Lemonade

Annie Mae

Tim W

Colonial Belle

Tom Edward

Very Grape

Country Girl

Candy Man

All Roses

Lovely Mine

Sweet Magic

My Stars

Pirate’s Alley

Pink Swiss

Big Deal

Something Pretty

Lowery

Lilac Lady

Moon River

Bold Charm

Mais Oui

Big Arkie

Our Hope

First Place

Crazy Quilt

June Swift

Lilac Lou

Lovely Mine

Dixie Charm

Taffy

LYON

LYON

HOWARD UTZ

HOWARD UTZ

WILLIAMS (Leary)

WILLIAMS

Blue Thunder

Carla Beth

Texas Wildfire

Utz Billie

Cape Hattaras

Tradewinds

Cathy Anschutz

Ping Pong

Corpus Christ!

Utz Delight

Pirate’s Ransom

Ocean Mist

Dyn-O-Mite

Red Chief

Hot Cargo

Sincerely

Gypsy Trance

Sun Coaster

Red Dragon

Endless

Charleen

Rojo Grande

Mayan Magic

Boca Grande

Easter Egg

Star Wars

Zee Zee

Primo

SWIFT’S

SUSAN’S

WILLIAMS

NADEAU

SWIFT’S

Love in Bloom

Make Believe

Heavenly Daze

Peppermint Fog

Queensbrook

Foolish Heart

Las Moras

Rags To Riches

Bethanne

Creole Queen

Mizzou Lou

Meloncholy

LINDSTROM’S

Mischief

Remember When

Distant Thunder

Astarte

Cat’s Meow

SKAGIT’S

Flirt

Patches

Bahama Mama

Wilma Lou

Pretty Kitty

Hot Lips

Oh Boy

Last Dance

Coconut Frost

Black Ace

French Lilac

Triumph

Unpredictable

Sheer Bliss

Spanish Galleon

Autumn Lou

April Allure

Genius

Fairytail

Nice ‘N Easy

FREDETTE

GRANGER

DATTALO

Alabaster

Pinkina

Silver Mist

Cherry Frosting

Rose Bandmaster

Berry Dumplin’

Charmer

Alfred

Teacher’s Pet

Pippin

Bandmaster

Creole Baby

Honey

VIOLETS c/o COOKIE

BAKER’S

Oh Susannah

Charmaine

Darren D

Snowfire

Absinthe House

Swinging Safari

Princess Grace

Artie Blizzard

Flying High

Beauty

New Orleans Lady

Golden Girl

Pretty Heather

Amigo

Miss Ida

HORTENSE’S “H”

Jazz Time

Mint Julip

Open Fire

Lullaby

Swiss Alps

Karla Lea

Lucky Duck

Heart Throb

CHAMPION

MAAS

DIB’S

Dorie

Barbara Sisk

Okefenoke

Berries ‘N Cream

Arline

Pink Gazelle

San Felipe

Maudie

Star Wars

Ramblin’ Pink

Ruffled Red

Crystal Innocence

Playmate

Java

My Valentine

Heavenly Halo

Scarlet O’Hara

Jade & Blue

Mindy

Jambolaya

Fir^ & Brimstone

Pinxter

Chris

Brass Monkey

Solo

Dixieland

Pmk Lady

Purple Velvet

Sylvia

White Avion

Peach Pie

Cajun Country

Super Star

Heather Blue

Mark

My Fred

The ViOLET HOUSE will be open to visitors beginning April ISth
HOURS: 10AM-5PM Tue. thru Sat. Cedar Hill Greenhouse Rt. 1,Box 285A

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African Violet Magazine, March 1981

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BY REQUEST

LA VIOLETTA

(Photos by Sundown Pitman)

SAN

JOSE

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

AFRICAN VIOLETS

OverSOOvarietiesfrom leading hybridizers.

PLANTS — LEAVES — SUPPLIES

You can choose from thousands of plants
in our separate plant house which is
devoted entirely to growing superior
quality African violets.

For your convenience we keep irregular
hours so just call before coming.

(Located about 40 miles Northwest of
Chicago, IL)

R. J. MIDERSKI

945 N. Exmoor Avenue Barrington, IL 60010

(312) 382-1077

AVSA Commercial Member

IN CHICAGO

spring is on it’s way
and the 1981

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at

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ENTER YOUR
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1981

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FloraCart is the original, most popular movable unit for easy in¬
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flowering bulbs and get strong plant from all seeds and cuttings!
NOW every FloraCart comes with beautiful molded fiberglass
trays (19"x49"x1 Va ") ... lightweight and strong, easy to keep
clean, and impervious to moisture, chemicals, and weather!
Choose from two FloraCart models: 3 Trays, $140.10; 2 Trays,
$104.05 (Light Fixtures additional.) Rugged lifetime construction
of aluminum tubing. Has smart new decorator type 2y4” casters.
For the heavy-duty 4” casters shown in picture, add $3.75. Equip
your FloraCart with Combolite fixture designed especially for
flower culture, combining incandescent and fluorescent lights,
proves superior to either one alone!

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1954- Mrs. E. L. Perdue, Donaldson, Tennessee

1955- Rev. Harold L Thompson, Birmingham, Michigan

1956- Mrs. L. A. Beck, St. Joseph, Missouri

1957- Mrs. J. R. Bush, Munice, Kansas

1958- Mrs. Edward Casey, Rochester, New York

1959- Mrs. Ciarence Kudar, Bowling Green, Ohio

1960- Mrs. Alexander R. Colyer, Bridgewaters, New York

1961- Mrs. Joseph Trost, Indianapolis, Indiana

1962- Mrs. J. W. Shuey, Richmond, California

1964- Mrs. George Phillips, Arlington, Texas

1965- E. D. Wyke, Columbus, Indiana

1966- Mrs. Johnny Majorana, Miami, Fiorida

1967- Mrs. Karl C. Ohison, Lynn, Massachusetts

1969- Mrs. Wallace Behnke, Neward, Delaware

1970- Mrs. Frank Luedtke, Racine, Wisconsin

1971- Mr. and Mrs. John Gutridge, Sun City, California

1973- Mrs. Irene Fiedler, Prescott, Wisconsin

1974- Brother Biaise, Harrisville, Rhode Isiand

1975- Elizabeth Behnke, Neward, Delaware

1976- Miss Rachelle Yerger, Tallahassee, Florida

1977- Tom E. Toms, Bossier City, Louisiana

1978- Mrs. L. F. Lidiak, Austin, Texas

1979- Retta Hamilton, Longmont, Colorado

1980- Jon and Lee Alexander, New Orleans, Louisiana

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use Master Charge, Bank Americard, or
VISA. Give number.

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BUD DROPPING

Bud dropping is caused by dry atmosphere, gas or
paint fumes. Sometimes by overwatering and also by
extreme temperature changes. Lack of circulation
will also cause buds to drop.

We ship fresh cut leaves from our 900
variety collection, which is loaded
with popular, unique, and variegated
varieties, from all the major
hybridizers.

WE SPECIALIZE IN

Baker’s Hybrids

WE HAVE THEIR ENTIRE
1980 COLLECTION
HALE’S HOUSE OF VIOLETS
76 LONDON RD.
HEBRON, CT 06248

Send self addressed stamped
envelope, with SSd: postage, for
descriptive list.

'par

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Popular accessfory for your FloraCART
Or for any plant setup. Lightweight 21" alu
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accuracy— no spilling, no breaking leaves! Np
heavy watering cans! Easy-operating positive-
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hose and gallon plastic jug. $23.98 each. In
U.S. add $1.25 shipping; in Canada $1.50.
Ohio residents add 5V2% sales tax. Check,
money order, Master Charge or BankAmeri-
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FloraCART indoor greenhouse on wheels.
Write for literature. Tube Craft,

Inc., 8000 Baker Ave.

Cleveland, OH 44102.

309 Montauk Hwy.

Big Josh
London Limey

Disco Dancin’
Darth Vader
Echoes of Pink
Frosted Delight
Lindsey Ann

Donna Lynn

GESNERIA Sandy and Joe Weynand

East Moriches, LI, NY 11940 516-878-8907

Our ‘81 Introductions (Please see Jan. issue for descriptions)

Registered Varieties

M

Night Star
Snow-cap Trail

Love’s Charm
Misty Rose
Morning Song
Raving Red
Satin Sassy

G Miss — SM

That’s Elaine #3890

Lilac Gem
Scene Stealer

Shyness
Triple Twist

Little Penny (sem-t) Small Town Gal #3887
Perky Baby LI. Southampton #3888

Lyndon Lyon ‘81 Introductions

Sweet Treat Confetti Trail

Provocative Icy Trail

Luvkins Blazing Trail

Little Echo Fringed Charm

Hug me

Martha Tucker (Hybridizer of Dick Bell)

Annie — SM That’s Nice — SM

Max Mass

Cara Mia — gorgeous semidbl pansy shaped vibrant plum
Sunset ~ Beautiful symmetrical dark foliage, shaded dusty rose dbl star
Easter Egg -- That wonderful mixture of color on semimini foliage
Sailor Girl ■— (Ulery) one of the original oldies

— Also —

Gem (EF) Wee Bells (CR) Isla Montgomery (IM) Miss Muffet (EF) Vibrant Val (LL) Honey Mist
Above varieties $3.00 each postpaid Fresh Cut Leaves $1 .25 each

Episcia Temptation Most beautiful of Episcias -- muted pink to fluorescent pink — gorgeous
Columnea Snake Charmer (LL) glorious cross that is a good bloomer, huge red flowers
A hildebrandil — a small growing aechymanthus — blooms early — a delight under lights
Above three gesneriads $4.00 each postpaid

Begonia Prismatacarpa “Weynand’s Variegated” — $4.50 postpaid — Tiniest of begonias and variegated — tiny coral
yellow blooms

Vattex Capillary Matting — 4 ft. wide — $1.49 running foot and $2.50 postage. Over 15 ft. $1.20 foot plus $3.00 postage.
6 mii piastic •— to line your benches -- 8 ft. wide $1.25 running foot

Please give street address as vire ship U.P. Blue Label

Also — 10 gesneriads ~ $4.00

Synningia Christmas Present vibrant dwarf red on dark foliage. Nice for light gardens.

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CANDY- O

GEORGETTE

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

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DiB’s MARY ROE by Doris I, Bearman
ANNE’S FAVORITE SPORT by Tinari

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(Photo by Fred C. Bearman) (Photo by F. Tinari)

1981 REED’S — FREDETTE’S

2000+ VARIETIES

PRICES: $2.50/plant or $28.00/dozen for plants (you select varieties)
75(i;/leaf or $8.00/dozen of leaves (you select varieties)

HUGE DESCRIPTIVE LIST - SEND two 15^; stamps
AMAZING GRACE — “Queen of Show” at New Orleans
MS PRETTY - “MOST WANTED PLANT” at New Orleans
SHO BIZ — - ruffled Hot pink — green edge

GREEN’S: Spearmint, Kermit, Green Ice, Pistachio, Turtles (var.). Green Giant

1981 FREDETTE’S VARIETIES 1981 REED’S VARIETIES

Candy 0

Colibri

Big Arkie

Coral Rose

Dancin’

Lady Baltimore

Colonial Belle

Cotton Queen

Maui Magic

Musicman

Dixie Charm

Dixie Snow

Plum Surprise

Popsicle

Fancifrill

First Place

Sea Grape

Shadow Blues

Glacier Blue

Lilac Lady

Sarva

Lovey Mine

Lowery

My Star

Our Flope

Plum Royal

Something Pretty

Super Stars

Sweet Magic

PREVIOUS FREDETTE’S

Taffy

Tom Edward

April Violet

Bright Angel

Very Grape

Very Very

Burma Blue

By George

PREVIOUS REED’S

Cherry Frosting

Dominique

Pirates Alley

Flambeau

Dresden China

Oh Susannah

Cajun King

Cajun Country

Pink Icing

Polly Doodle

Bayou State

Naughty Thought

Regilia

Royal Ann

Bold Charm

Whispering Flope

Ipanema

Silver Lining

Tiz Pink

Tiz Blue

Sandpiper

Symphony Atlanta

Coral Cameo

Dixie Joy

Snow Orchid

Grandfinale

Moon River

Hall of Fame

Strawberry Ripples

Verna Lynn

Pink Lemonade

June Swift

Toboggan

VIOLETS c/0 COOKIE

Swamp Fever

Carnival Ball

Jambolaya

Lucky Duck

Southern Charm

Tiggy Wiggy

ADDITIONAL GREAT SELECTIONS

Dynomite

Flot Lips

Ambrosia

Blue Thunder

Blue Top

Little Jim

Wonderland

Radiation

Autumn Lou

Vigor Lou

Crimson & Clover

Captain’s Lady

Lilac Lou

Saltwater Taffy

Little Delight

Bahama Mama

Distant Thunder

Sea Skipper

‘Watermelon Rose

Vulcan’s Forge

Crystal Bruce Special

Crimsunny

My Spoon

Moon Trail

Ablaze

Flot Blooded

Boggie Woogie

By Request

Cupie Doll

Ember Flame

Fantasm

‘Genessee Silouette

Mahogany Belle

May Dance

Sea Captain

Sailor Suit

Beginner’s Luck

Pink Illusion

Garnet Elf

Firebird

*SEE PAGE 82 of SEPTEMBER ‘80 AVM FOR ADDITIONAL SELECTIONS* (Bakers, Grangers, Lyon, Reeds)

* VALLEY VIOLET’S SELECTION*

SPECIAL PRICES: 12 plants or 50 FC LEAVES for $15.00
note: Valley Violets select the varieties at these prices.

allow 4-6 weeks for shipping

*ALL ORDERS: ADD $2.00 or 15% (whichever is greater) for POSTAGE & PACKING

VALLEY VIOLETS LOCATED: 4.5 miles south of Argyle, FL

Rt. 1, Box 69 on C-183

DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433 (904) 892-3501 an appt. is wise

SHIPPING TO SOUTHERN STATES BEGINS March 1st All others will begin April 1st

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We will see to it that you
^ good balance of
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Fresh • crisp leaves
well packed
postpaid

Complete NEW Spring
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.African Violets • Related Gesneriads • Exotic House Plants
VISITORS WELCOME BY APPOINTMENT

CHAMPION VARIEGATES for 1981

SEEING STARS — Large pink star spattered with fuchsia. Pink
and green foliage.

TINSEL TOWN — Intense pink double Geneva. Flowers and
foliage both serrated. Wavy quilted foliage is pinkish.

LILAC FLIP — Ruffled lilac double with dark eye. Handsome
round wavy foliage.

DOT AND DASH -- Fantasy single. Tailored quilted foliage in

green shades.

NEON RAINBOW ~ Huge star with everything. Center is deep
pink, outer edges lavender spattered with fuchsia. Strong
tailored pink foliage.

ROCKET — Pink double spattered with fuchsia. Heavy
bloomer. Round tailored foliage in green shades.

WHITE LIGHTNING — Ruffled white double. Round wavy
foliage variegates green.

PERIWINKLE TRINKET — Double white semiminiature with or¬
chid center. Pointed tailored foliage.

TRINKET SEAS — Blue double Geneva semiminiature.
Tailored foliage is pinkish.

MAILING INFORMATION: We do not mail or have a list. We
chose the following dealers to fill your mail orders. Please
write them for a list.

Lloyd’s African Violets, 2568 Main St., Cato, NY 13033 (25«)
Phipps’ African Violets, RR1, Paris, Ontario N3L 3E1 (75«)

BEGINNING APRIL 1 these new varieties will be available at
our house as usual. VISITORS ARE WELCOME to our base¬
ment shop. Many other variegates and green varieties are
available. An appointment is wise. Located 15 minutes north
of I-90, Exit 36 at Syracuse. Drive north to Cicero on I-81, west
on Rt. 31 to Clay, right on VanHoesen. Phone 315-699-7317.

CHAMPION’S

AFRICAN VIOLETS

8848 VanHoesen Road Clay, NY 1 3041

UNDER 15,000 African Violet Starter plants

OVER 500 varieties to choose from

AND a whole bunch of leaves looking for a home

Featuring the very latest varieties from

The House of Violets — Fancifrill, Something Pretty, Lowery
Violets c/o Cookie -= Swamp Fever, Java, Jazztime
Swifts ~ Unpredictable, Fine Romance, One ‘N Only
Fredette Originals ~ Colibri, Sarava, Plum Surprise
Susan’s Violets — Nice ‘N Easy, Tiddly Winks, Bonnie Leigh
The Violet Cottage — Flying High, Tom Girl, Jazz Band
Lyndon Lyon — Hidden Treasure, Kristi Marie, Star Wars

State Inspected 50(p for list

Wholesale to clubs & Businesses, send business card or letterhead

Order before April 15th — Receive a free chance to win a FLORACART

The Bloom Room

3459 East Street Birmingham, AL 35243 (205) 967-6655

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VIOLET COTTAGE

Marie Dattalo

*Shipping starts May 1

5900 39th St.

713-962-0194

*Send 25$ for list

Groves, TX 77619

SOUTHERN HYBRIDIZERS

DATTALO

Nostalgia

America

Iceburg

Western Trail

Black Gold

Ice Castles

Heavenly Trail

Spindletop

Ann Carpenter

Grace & Henry

Honeysuckle Rose

Julie Broussard

LEARY

Suncoaster

Tradewinds

Boca Grande

Pirate’s Ransom

Ocean Mist

Gypsy Trance

Mayan Magic

Cape Hatteras

REEDS

Glacier Blue

Something Pretty

Very Very

Big Arkie

Tom Edwards

Super Star

Plum Royal

First Place

Very Grape

Dixie Charm

My Stars

Cotton Queen

Taffy

Fancifrill

Pirates Alley

Jazz City

RUSSEL

Dreams & Wishes

Milady

Howdy Ma’am

Bionic Pink

Sunshine

Wee Bells

Rusty’s Trail

Lucky Stripe

SMITH

(Wrangler Series)

Fringed Surrey

Good Guys

Candyland

High Stakes

Night Life

High Country

Linejack

Foxy Lady

Banjo Dancin’

Heyday

Moonshine

Silver Spurs

Hay Ride

Celebration

Wells Fargo

Midnight Maddness

Southfork

Prairie Fire

Margaret Vallin

Mountain Sunset

Mollie Richie

Susan Myers

40 Acres

Moondance

Red Bandana

Back Forty

Wagon Wheel

Pat’s Pleasure

Big Red

Whiskey Junction

Panhandler

Hitching Post

TUMINELLA

Luv Ya Blue

Houston Oilers

Miss Ida

Dallas Cowboys

Dallas Cheerleaders

Maude Cook

Tickey

Patrick Grant

Mick

Texas Cutie

Texas Beauty

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All prices include postage. Thank you for your order. 4/1/80

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

74

PROUD TO BE AN AUTHORIZED
DISTRIBUTOR OF FREDETTE
ORIGINALS; ALSO OFFERING
THE NEWEST SANDRA LEARY
HYBRIDS AND RONN NADEAU
VARIETIES

Tempting new introductions and time
honored standbys by many hybridizers.
Over 250 varieties including miniatures
and gesneriads.

Shipping plants and leaves May thru
October; supplies and plant stands year
round.

Plant stands and supplies catalog/
descriptive plant list: 50C (coins)

A sincere thanks to you all for the many
complimentary letters about our plants and
packing method.

We are an 8 year old full time Violet business.

Open 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. Closed Sunday and
Tuesday. Phone (303) 761-1770.

THE VIOLET SHOWCASE
3147 SOUTH BROADWAY DEPT. AV
ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80110

VIOLETS do COOKIE

Jim & Barbara Sisk 2400 Knightway Dr.

Hybridizers 504=392-8094 Gretna, LA 70053

ABSINTHE HOUSE — large single orchid blooms with dark
velvet top petals, serrated white variegated foliage.

CAJUN COUNTRY — light lavender single with darker edge, dark
green foliage with bronze variegation.

CAJUN DELIGHT — soft double pink with peach edge, slightly
wavy variegated foliage with touches of pink.

CARNIVAL TIME — large semidouble lavender blooms with pur¬
ple tips, extra large variegated foliage.

CELIA — double two toned light lavender blooms over soft, wavy
variegated foliage.

HAPPY JACK — single lavender blossom. Heavily variegated
foliage with pink overlay.

JAVA — two toned double fuchsia blooms, pointed wavy
variegated foliage — 1980 S.l. Best Seedling.

JAZZ TIME — double orchid blooms with deep velvet overtones,
serrated pink variegated foliage.

LEATRICE — double pink blooms with fuchsia tips, wavy
variegated foliage trimmed in pink.

LIBBY — two toned deep orchid doubles with dark edge on
heavily variegated foliage.

MARIE KNOBLOCK — two toned deep red double blooms, large
wavy variegated foliage trimmed in red.

MAUDIE — double deep orchid blooms with frilly green edge,
large variegated foliage.

MORNING CALL — semidouble lavender blooms with darker
tones, variegated foliage with pink overlay and red backed, pro¬
lific bloomer.

SPANISH MOSS — orchid double with a darker edge, extra large
variegated foliage - heavy bloomer.

SWAMP FEVER — 1980 AVSA Best Introduction — large
semidouble deep lavender blooms with purple tips, dark green
foliage with deep lavender variegation.

plants are $3,50 ea., min order 4 plants (Airmail
$2.00, we highly recommend shipping this way
outside our local area)

Officially approved by AVSA Board

Violet

JUST REPRINTED ON NEW FINER PAPER. 10
different pictures on each notehead.

(Note size folded
5-3/8 X 3-1 /4)

10 NOTEHEADS
10 ENVELOPES

(Envelopes meet postal requirements.)

plus tax

Sold through your local club in minimum lots of 12
packages for $1 per package. (Your club earns 50^
per package). An excellent item for sale at your
local violet show. Minimum order — 12 packages.

(No Single Order Please)

GUS BECKER PRINTING COMPANY

1080 Forsythe -- Beaumont, Texas 77701

Shipped postpaid, check with order, continental U.S.
only. Foreign and others, postage added. Otherwise,
shipped COD plus postage. Order direct from Printer.

NORMA-LEIGH AFRICAN VIOLETS

405-6th St. NE Springhill, LA 71075

(318-539-3875)

Order from this ad — New for Spring Shipping. Plants $3.00
each — Leaves $1.00 each. Min. Order $15.00. All orders
shipped postpaid priority mail.

Reed’s House of Violets Partner — Big Arkie, Coral Rose,
Colonial Belle, Cotton Oueen, Dixie Charm, Dixie Snow, Fanci-
frill. First Place, Glacier Blue, Lilac Lady, Lovey Mine, Lowery,
My Stars, Our Hope, *Plum Royal, Something Pretty, Super
Stars, Sweet Magic, Taffy, Tom Edward, ‘Very Grape, ‘Very
Very.

Susan’s Violets — Adean, ‘Bethanne, ‘Bonnie Leigh,
‘Bright Promise, Cherry Pie, Christmas Angel, Desert Night,
First Date, Heavenly Daze, Last Dance, ‘Mischievous, ‘Mixed
Emotions, ‘Nice ‘N Easy, ‘Patches, ‘Pearly Sparkles, Sangria
Wine, ‘Silver Mist, Strawberry Jam, ‘Sweet Lovin’ Grace,
‘Tiddly Winks, ‘Twice As Nice, Tyler Rose, ‘Zig Zag, ‘Ain’t
Misbehaving, ‘Pop Music, ‘Shadow Dancing, ‘Cryler.

Skagit Series (Lindstrom) — Skagit Alabaster, Skagit
Aristocrat, Skagit Beauty, Skagit Coquette, Skagit Charmer,
Skagit Compassion, Skagit Dazzler, Skagit Gorgeous, Skagit
Hot Lips, Skagit Honey, Skagit Panorama, Skagit Solarenergy,
Skagit Sunbeam, Skagit Snowflake, Skagit Softie, Skagit
Sweetheart, Skagit Triumph, Skagit Wonderland.

Tennessee Series — All New & Beautiful — Tenn. Sweet
Denise, Tenn. Bombshell, Tenn. Misty Morn, Tenn. Miss Buffy,
Tenn. Blue Charm, Tenn. Love Bug, Tenn. Mary Ann, Tenn.
Spellbinder, Tenn. Belinda, Tenn. Indigo Elf, Tenn. Anabel,
Tenn. Tomara, Tenn. Star Trek, Tenn. Melanie, Tenn. Trudy,
Tenn. Blue Beauty, Tenn. Pink Rosebud, Tenn. Dewdrop, Tenn.
Dolly, Tenn. Pink Radiance, Tenn. Sweet Jean, Tenn. Rosa¬
mond, Tenn. Bunny, Tenn. Pink Lady, Tenn. Pink Dogwood,
Tenn. Storm Cloud.

Send 30<j: for new complete list Many new & lots of oldies

Visitors welcome by appointment only
Make checks to Norma Wreyford. * Denotes Var. Varieties

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

75

Fresh Cut African Violet Leaves

THE BLOOMINGEST VARIETIES

Standards, Miniatures, Trailers
‘Grab Bag’: 10 leaves, named, $6.50 pp.
Descriptive list 50$

MOUNTAIN VIEW GREENHOUSE

Rt. 1, Box 19-3 Stanardsville, VA 22973

KAY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Starter Plants Fresh Cut Leaves State Inspected

DISTRIBUTOR OF RONN NADEAU - 1981 varieties, plus new
and old varieties of Baker, Champion, Fredette, Lyons, Leary
and Violets c/o Cookie, including “Swamp Fever”.

Shipping begins April 15th P.P. by priority mail.

New list 35« 5711 Idlebrook Dr. (Please call ahead)

Visitors welcome Charlotte, NC 28212 704 535-1892

African violet leaf cuttings
Over 250 cuitivars, old and new Send stamp for list

INTRODUCTORY OFFER
25 leaves, our choice, $5.00 postpaid
Shipping begins May 1

NORTHBROOK NURSERY

Rt. 1, Box 459E, Hwy. 106 Hull, GA 30646

KARTER’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Introductory offer;

One dozen leaves — $6.00 ppd.

My choice, all labeled and different

Karter G. Wilkening

2705 S. 45th Street Milwaukee, Wl 53219

FRESH CUT A.V. LEAVES, ONLY

Our new Spring List has many prize-winning violets, both old
and new. Trailers, and Miniatures, too.

Send a stamp for your copy.

The Violet Window

896 Terra Alta N.E. Warren, OH 44483

Shipping Apr. 15 thru June. Sept. & Oct.

African Violet Leaves

12 Leaves $3.50

25 Leaves $5.75

All leaves — my choice ~ labeled
Shipping May 1.

Elizabeth Buck

9255 Lk. Pleasant Rd. Clifford, Ml 48727

Leaf Cuttings — Supplies

BELUS CAROLINA VIOLETS

Distributors

Sandra Leary Hybrids House of Violets

Sooner State Violet Nursery
Over 400 varieties by leading hybridizers,

1981 releases, older favorites.

P.O. Box 595 — 1193 Carolyn Dr. — Albemarle, NC 28001
Catalog 35« — (704) 982-8430 — Greenhouse-Shop

African Violet Leaves

20 leaves (my choice) .

. $10.00

12 leaves, miniatures or

variegated (my choice) . .

. .$ 8.00

All different, carefully labeled, leaves shipped prepaid, first

class mail. Shipping 15 April through July.

2909 Palmer Park Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80909

VIOLA’S VIOLETS

10 Baby African Violets . $ 6.00

100 Baby African Violets . $50.00

30 African Violet Leaves . . . . $10.00

Labeled, my choice, no two alike. UPS prepaid.

Route 1 , Box 31 3 Lecoma, MO 65540

African Violets or Episcias

6 plants - Labeled blooming size (assorted) . . . $10.00

12 Starter African Violet plants (assorted) . $10.00

6 fresh cuttings Episcias labeled . . $ 5.00

16 fresh cut- Labeled African violet leaves .... $ 5.00
My choice only ~ Listing 30$

MRS. LEONARD VOLKART

309 W. Meadow Lane California, MO 65018

House of African Violets
HOBBY EXPLODED. 100’s of African violets for sale.
200 different ones.

Visitors welcome. No shipping.

Corner of Chicago Ave. and Bay St.
Pinebluff, NC 28373
919/281-3598

Betty's African Violets

1604 E. 17th Farmington, NM 87401

Over 500 varieties of Standard and
Variegated starter plants and leaves.

New description price list 35$

(505) 325-3422 Visitors welcome

VICTORIAN VIOLETS

My little house is just bursting with violets and spring is just
around the corner, so send a 15$ stamp for my 1981 list, and
order soon, before I’m crowded out into the street. Leaves only.

Victorian Violets
15005 Dewey Ave.
Omaha, NE 68154

Violet Park

33 North Park Ave. Buffalo, NY 14216
Over 500 Varieties by Many Leading Hybridizers
List 50$ in Coin Authorized Distributor DiB’s Series

FRESH CUT LEAVES ONLY $7.50 DOZEN

STATE INSPECTED

1-716-835-9022 VISITORS WELCOME

Violets At The Ernst's

221 S.E. 70th St. Gainesville, FL 32601
904-376-8655

VIOLETS & SINNINGIAS — SASE

CORAD’S VIOLETS

12 Leaves . $ 5.00

12 Leaves (Rooted) . $ 7,00

12 Small plants . . $15.00

My choice, labeled, postpaid

301 7 Bender St. Portage, I N 46368

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

76

NEW AFRICAN VIOLET

THE

"RIM GUARD"

Pat. Pend.

Stops premature leaf loss by lifting action,
keeps leaf stems off pot rim while giving leaves
a minimum amount of support. RIM GUARD
is not a leaf supporter training aid, but a
GUARD, as name implies, fits snug on stan¬
dard 4" pots — snaps on and off with ease . . .

In packages of 5 for just $2.49 -f SOc postage

Texans add 5% sales tax

Please Allow
4-6 Weeks
For Delivery

SPRING VIOLET LIST PAT'S

FEBRUARY 14th, FALL LIST
OUT JULY 15th, SINCE COINS
ARE HARD TO MAIL JUST
DROP US$1.00 FOR BOTH

LISTS 2517 HAZEL

Sent On Above Dates TEXARKANA, TX 75501

AFRICAN

VIOLETS

PETROVFFSKY GREENHOUSES

Rough & Ready, CA 95975

Phone (916) 272-4080

PETROVFFSKY

GREENHOUSES

AFRICAN VIOLETS

Over 1,000 varieties, 400 min, 600 stnds, and many gesneriads
Over 35,000 African Violets on display

Distributor of Fredette Originais

New 1981 Fredette Originals available 1/1/81
New from Reed’s House of Violets available 4/15/81
New from Sooner State Violet Nursery aval lable 4/1 5/81

1981 — 24 page catalog 50q;

50$ refundable with 1st order
Mail Order, Retail & yVholesale
African Violets — $2.25 Ppd.

New 1981 varieties — $2.75 Ppd.
Gesneriads — $2.00 Ppd.

We also carry varieties from Arndt, Beck, Champion, Constan-
tinov, Elkin, Fisher, Granger, Hawley, Khoe, Lyon, Maas,
Nadeau, Pittman, Russell, Swift, Utz, and many others
(MIN. ORDER $7.50)

14867 Indian Springs Rd., (1 mile West of McCourtney Rd.)
Rough & Ready, CA 95975
Greenhouse hours: Tues - Sun 9-5

INTERNATIONAL CATALOG -- 1 Dollar

Now Shipping the Pacific Basin Year Around

RAYS' AFRICAN VIOLETS

Specializing in Miniatures

INTRODUCING OUTSTANDING NEW SEMIMINIS FROM
EDGAR ATKINSON, COLORADO HYBRIDIZER

ED’S HIBISCUS Large white semidouble with hot pink eye on quilted, rounded foliage.

ED’S MAGNILOQUENT Frilly two-toned lavender double with dark edges on rounded, quilted foliage.
ED’S PINK LOVE Very large white fringed carnation-type blooms on serrated slightly wavy foliage. Ex¬
cellent symmetry.

ED’S REDHEAD Large bright red fringed carnation-type blooms on serrated slightly wavy foliage. Very
beautiful.

ED’S SNOWBALL Large white fringed carnation-type blooms on wavy foliage.

ED’S SURPRISE Large white and pink multi-color blossoms on wavy foliage.

IT’S BOUNTIFUL Lovely two-toned coral doubles over compact red-reverse foliage.

Plants — $2.50 Leaves — $.75 Postpaid Minimum Order $10.00 Add $1.00 for chest.

1981 Catalog $.25 Many new varieties from Leading Hybidizers.

Also Many varieties still $2.00 Postpaid.

METAL PLANT STAND: Length 10 ft., Height 7 ft.. Depth 5 ft. Six levels with (10) 8 ft. double fluorescent
fixtures, bulbs included. Individual switches for each level. Holds up to 120 plant trays. Valued at $1,000
will sacrifice for $500. Easily disassembled for transit.

MICKEY AND LINDA RAY

ROUTE 4, BOX 212 COLLEGE STATION, TX 77840 713-693.3237

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

77

McLESTER’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

308 Meadowood Circle Kannapolis, NC 28081

Fresh Cut Leaves From Leading Hybridizers
Send 35<p for new spring list Shipping starts April 15

Starter plants sold in shop

Call for appointment (704) 938-2609

LNS Violetry

Fresh Cut Leaves
300 Varieties — New and Old
Send SOd; for list

Rte. 1 , Box 7 Huttonsville, WV 26273

MARVELOUS

I OVER 250 VARIETIES OF

N MINIATURE, SEMIMINIATURE
I & TRAILING (all sizes)

S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Starter Plants $1.50 each

Fresh Cut Leaves $ .60 each

1981 list available for
$1.00 refundable on first order

RON BRENTON 30840 Wentworth
(313)261-6767 Livonia, Ml 48154

★ CHARLIE’S VIOLETS ★

old & new varieties

plus

the 1981 introductions
from leading growers

single, double, & semidouble blooms
with many leaf shapes & colors

PLANTS . $2.75 pp(j

for a complete list send 25(p to:

7272 KINGSWOOD DR.
WEST CHESTER, OH 45069

SPRINGTIME SPECIAL

Healthy, husky AV’s $2.50 ppd. (reg. $2.85)
(Minimum order 4 plants, Mail order only, Offer
expires 6/1/81, Does not include ‘81 Fredettes)
Descriptive list SOc
Master Charge and VISA accepted

Grestwood X^ioletry

7314 Jervis Street (703) 941-2996

Springfield, VA 22151 (703) 256-1575

Visitors by appointment only

VIOLETS IN HARMONY

Fresh cut leaves & starter plants. All different and labeled.

12 Leaves . . . . . . $6.00

Starter plants each . . . $1.75

Send 25(1: for complete descriptive list.

JAN STRATTON

2230Winthrop Dallas, TX 75228

NAPA VALLEY VIOLETS

636 Cunard Drive Napa, CA 94558

707-255-1252

New 1981 catalog will be offering you over
700 varieties to select from this year.
Newest and old varieties are available to
you from leading hybridizers at

reasonable prices.

Visitors are welcome by appointment.
List available for 35c.

JF Industries Tulsa, OK 74105

P.O.Box 7704 (918)742-5606

LEAF SUPPORTS

Made of nnolded, leaf-green plastic,
with four posts, uses two rubber
bands, (furnished), for better stability.

6” diameter MINI — fits up to 3” pots
12” diameter MIDI — fits up to 5” pots
18” diameter MAXI — fits up to 8” pots

Send stamped, addressed envelope
for prices or see ad in January, 1981
issue of AVS magazine.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

78

ORCHID GARDENS

OF

BOSWELL & BARNARD

9748 Brockbank Dr.

Dallas, TX 75220
214/350-4985

Send SSAE for descriptive iisting of
19 New Reieases:

Four Composer Series Variegates & Fifteen
Fredette Originals!

(Shipping begins April 1, Weather Permitting)
Our collection offers proved so popular in last
fall sale, that these are now available year
round! Also, we are offering indoor and
greenhouse orchid collection offers! This
year’s List only carries 1981 varieties or new
additions for 1981, so while they last, the 1980
list is also available for SSAE!

Authorized Fredette Distributor

Open 7 Days a Week, 10-6
So Stop by and See

Debussy, Puccini, Khachaturian, and Rossini!

RESERVOIR WICK POTtm

“It Waters and Feeds
at the Same Time”

LEAF SUPPORT AND LEAF TRAINER POT

SEND STAMPED (20<p),

SELF ADDRESSED LONG
ENVELOPE FOR CATALOG.

VOLKMANN BROS. GREENHOUSES

2714 Minert St., /Dallas, Texas 75219

LARGEST SELECTION IN U.S.A.

Save 20/40% on Plant Stands, Light Fixtures, Lamps,
Pots, Meters & Accessories

Furniture styled Square Aluminum Tubing — Easy to
Assemble. C404 Stand with FCF-42 Fixtures in upper left
picture. A312 Stand with FCL-42 Fixtures shown in
insert. All Shipped by U.P.S.

Order #

Shv.

H” L” D”

Trays Size

Aluminum Finish (A)

Brown (B) Tan (T) White (W)

A312( )

3

69-51-29

12-18”x12”

(A)

$ 86.00

*(AX)

$ 72.00

(B, T, W)

$100.00

*(BX, TX, WX)

$ 83.00

A416( )

4

74-51-19

16-18”x12”

114.00

96.00

130.00

108.00

B312( )

3

54-51-23

12-22”x12”

100.00

84.00

114.00

95.00

B416( )

4

74-51-23

16-22”x12”

126.00

108.00

142.00

121.00

B520( )

5

69-51-23

20-22”x12”

155.00

133.00

—

—

C303( )

3

69-51-20

3-20”x49”

105.00

90.00

123.00

105.00

C404( )

4

74-51-20

4-20”x49”

144.00

124.00

163.00

140.00

C505( )

5

91-51-20

5-20”x49”

190.00

166.00

210.00

183.00

‘Has Minor Scratches, May Not Show with Proper Assembly.

2” Wheels, Set of 4 — 2” wheels for above Wonder Gardens. $5.40

3” Wheels, Set of 4 — 3” wheels for above Wonder Gardens. 7.80

Four Foot (40 Watt) Fixtures for Above Stands.

FCL-42GR Shoplite — White Finish. (1 CW & 1 WW)

FCL-42WS Shoplite — White Finish. (2 Gro-lux WS)

FCF-42WS Plantlite — White or Woodgrain. (2 WS)

FCT-42 Plantlite — White, (less 2 lamps)

FCT-44 Plantlite — White, (less 4 lamps)

(3-$ 69.00; 4-$ 90.00; 541 10.00) $24.00

(34 75.00; 44 98.00; 54120.00) 26.00

(341 03.50; 441 35.00; 541 65.00) 36.00

(341 00.50; 441 32.00; 541 62.00) 35.00

(34162.00; 44212.00; 54260.00) 56.00

GRO-LUX, NATURESCENT, VITA-LITE powertwist Fluorescent & PLANT LITE Incandescent Lamps available at the
following discounts from List Prices: 4-30%; 6-35%; 12-37y2%; 24-40%; 48-42V2%.

*BA-3 Flora Cart w/3 FCL42GR Fixtures (3-CW3-WW Lamps) $189.00

‘Shipped by Truck — Freight Collect from Detroit
FREE CATALOG — SHIPPING: Add 10% (Zip 0-7), Add 15% (Zip 8 & 9)

INDOOR GARDENING SUPPLIES P.o. box 40567 Detroit, mi 48240

PHONE (313) 427-6160 FROM 1:00 P.M. UNTIL 9:00 P.M. — BANKAMERICARD (VISA) & MASTER CHARGE

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

79

HOLLEY’S
AFRICAN VIOLETS

DISTRIBUTOR
FREDETTE ORIGINALS

35 Noble St.

Coxsackie, NY 12051

Starter Plants Fresh cut Leaves
Please send 25(p for 1981 listing

SWIFTS’ AFRICAN VIOLETS
Fresh cut leaves of our 1981 varieties
and some older favorites.
t1.25 per leaf, plus $3.00 per order
for postage and handling.

(please send 25<!; for list)

No Shipping after Nov. 1st

HI THEREll!

Please accept this cordial invitation
to beconne acquainted mth MISS
IDA, MR. BO, JACKIE SMITH, and
BEAUMONT BELLE — just a few of
the NEW VIP’S of the violet world at

“JUST” VARIEGATED VIOLETS

214 East Third St.

Gaylord, Ml 49735

Please send stamp for list.

MESSIN’ ROUND
VIOLETRY

Phone (31 3) 373-01 72 List 25<p & 30(p S. A. E.

AUTHORIZED FREDETTE DISTRIBUTOR

THE ULTIMATE in beautiful violets, truly
lovely and very exciting. Ready for your
approval either at the house or via mail.
Plus — the best from leading hybridizers.

EVELYN BECKMAN

4040 Squirrel Road Lake Orion, Ml 48035

"Schultz-Instant”

LIQUID PLANT FOOD

EASY TO USE III 111 •

'•Just add 7 drops per qt. in the water fll JIL m-Ji ^
Every time you water. JIL jlMf:) I'"" '"'"I /

Everything you grow." |il!'li'

Ultra Pure, Concentrated, 10-15-10,

Liquid, All Purpose, "Starts & Feeds 4

Formula”®. Convenient for all indoor I -

and outdoor uses. 3 Sizes.

Available at your store or send
$1.50 for 5'h oz., $2.75 for 12 oz..

$4.00 for 28 oz. (includes mailing).

"Schultz- Instant”

EASY TO USE

‘‘Just add % tsp. per gal. in the water
Everytime you water, Everything you grow."

Ultra Pure,Concentrated, 20-30-20, Soluble,
All Purpose, "Starts & Feeds Formula"®.
Sizes for Gardens, Vegetables, Flowers,
Roses, Shrubs, Trees, Lawns, Greenhouses,
Nurseries. 3 Sizes.

Available at your store or send S2. 50 lor
1 lb., Small Garden Size, $9.95 lor 5 lb.

Lawn & Garden Size, $33.00 lor 25 lb.

Estate Size (includes mailing).

By the makers of "Plant Shine' "

SCHULTZ CO.— SI. Louis, MO 63043
_

SPNO FOR OUR FUND RAISING OFFER

Butler’s Nursery

African Violet Plants & Leaves
by Leading Hybridizers

Send Name and Address
for FREE 1981 Catalog
(please print)

10052-136 AVE. N.E. KIRKLAND, WA 98033

206/827-7703

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

80

at t4e

Presents Spring ‘81 with a 15% discount of all leaf
and plant orders received by April 1, 1981.

Latest and most popular varieties available of leading
hybridizers.

Distributor of Fredette's Originals
and Allegro Plant Tonic

Partner of

REED’S House of Violets.

Current List = 35$ in coin

1 32 Joan Ave. Green Bay, Wl 54302

GINNY’S

SPECIAL HAPPENING

New 1981 listing. Over 600 varieties of African
violets from leading hybridizers. Variegates,
semiminiatures, miniatures, trailers, the unusual.

Fresh cut leaves and plants. Catalog 50$.

AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR
SANDRA LEARY HYBRIDS

Virginia Pacilli Freeport, NY 11520

124 Smith Street (516) 868-9584

(mail order only)

Susan’s Violets

2447 Gus Thomasson
Dallas, Texas 75228
214"32a0088

Introducing for spring shipping:

New varieties from Susan’s Violets,
Swifts’, Reed’s House of Violets, Bill
Foster, and a few old favorites. Ship¬
ping begins April 1st. Starter plants
are $2.95 per plant including postage
for Air Mail priority. Minimum order is
four plants. Send legal sized S.A.S.E.
for complete descriptive list.

Also shipping
Susan’s African Violet
Plant Food, 4-10-6.

For retail, wholesale, or
club discount information, SASE.

GREEN HOUSE NEWS

Andy didn’t make the Tokyo trip, an in¬
jured back grounded him.

We will not ship African violets this
year. NO LIST. We will continue to ship
supplies and GRO-CARTS, send for free
brochure.

All Christmas orders were filled for
GRO-CARTS, with one left in stock. Plenty
after Jan. 1 . When people have a chance to
really compare the GRO-CART quality and
advantages with others, the GRO-CART
wins.

THE BREEn HOUSE

9515 Flower Sfreet*Bellflower, Ca.90706
(213)925-0870

WED. through SAT. 10 to 5. SUN. 1 to 5. CLOSED MON. & TUES. & Holidays.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

81

HYBRID AFRICAN VIOLET SEEDS

by RONN NADEAU

*Unconditionally Guaranteed

*Complete Instructions

*Mailed Year Round and to Foreign Countries

SELECTIONS

RAINBOW WONDERS. All of the colors and shapes available in the modern day African
violet are represented in this mixture: pinks, reds, blues, purples, white, bi-colors, white
edged, and more. The plants bloom profusely with double, single, star and violet shaped
flowers. Also represented is a wide variety of leaf shapes, textures, and hues. The plants
from this mixture will be “standard” size at maturity, that is, around 9-15 inches in diameter,
and each will be different from every other in its genetics and appearance.

AUTUMN FANCIES. Everything that is written above to describe RAINBOW WONDERS
applies to AUTUMN FANCIES. The special difference between these selections is that the
AUTUMN FANCIES mixture will produce all plants with variegated foliage. Leaves are green
and white or yellow, and some plants will also have pink coloration. The variegation is
beautiful and striking and will differ from plant to plant.

LITTLE GEMS. This selection also produces profusely blooming plants in a wide variety
of flowers and foliage. However, all the plants will be small, 4-9 inches in diameter at matur¬
ity. This is a great selection for those who like their plants on the small side and/or have lim¬
ited space.

TRAIL INTRIGUE. The beautifully blooming plants from this selection will have a bushy
“trailer” growth habit, unlike the usual African violets which grow best as a single stemmed
symmetric plant. Some of the trailers will be small plants (minis) and others large (standard).
Great for hanging baskets.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT GROWTH FROM SEED

The African violet seeds which we sell are all hybrids, that is they are produced by hand
cross pollinating different varieties. Seeds produced in this way have various combinations
of the many genes from each parent. Thus even the seeds from a single cross are at least
slightly different from every other and this means that every plant is different and unique. It
is comparable to the fact that If a pair of human parents has ten children, each child will be
distinctly different and unique, even though all ten will have some characteristics in
common with each other and with their parents.

When you plant African violet seeds and In around 6-8 months get a large array of different
blooming seedlings, you will, of course, find some you like better than others. It will then be
possible for you to clone those that you especially like by leaf propagation. If leaf propaga¬
tion is successful in producing exact replicas of the seedling and if these plants are truly
beautiful and unique, you can name the new variety and even register it. We will gladly sup¬
ply you the information on how to do this.

PRICES

All selections are $4.25.per packet of 100 seeds, except for “LITTLE GEMS” in which packets
contain 50 seeds.

SPECIAL: Four packets, one of each selection, $14.50.

St. Louis Violet Nurseries
2662A Smoke View Dr.

Maryiand Heights, MO 63043

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607-326-7973

No shipping

JANOSICK GREENHOUSES

African Violets

greenhouses sales only

Robbins Road

wholesale & retail

Roxbury, NY 12474

“FREDETTE ORIGINALS’

“HIGHTOWER HYBRIDS”

VIOLET NOOK

GTOfge & Dariene Hightower

2710 S. 96th E. PL • (918) 627-4896 • TULSA, OK 74129
Now Shipping

Standards Mini’s . Trailers ■ ■ ■ Variegates

By Many Hybridizers . Supplies

“Stamp for list. Visitors Welcome.”

CONNIE’S VIOLET HAVEN

30 Leaves (rny choice) $7.50

Shipped postpaid — First Class Mail
Leaves Individually Wrapped
Carefully Labeled — No Duplicates
Order Now for May 1st Mailing
Parkers Glen Road Shohola, PA 18458

Bugtussle

Violets

Authorized Fredette Distributor

Our Spring selection is terrific. The
1981 lists are practically all new
selections, for your growing pleasure, and
at last years prices, plus plants & leaves
of our choice, even less.

List 25cp and Large S.A.S.E. Please
Mrs. Keith Haywood Leonard, Ml 48038
5280 Haven Rd. Phone 31 3-828-3478

STOP KILLING YOUR PLANTS

Easy-'o-use precision instruments show
status instantly. No chemicals or dyes.

Simply insert probes into soil. Funda¬
mental tools for growing ail plants.

|3|

®19.95 *19.95 *11.95

1. Fertility Analyzer - Prevents over
application of fertilizer.

2. pH meter - End soil guesswork - Get
acid/alkalinity balance.

3. Moisture/light meter - Know your
water & light needs.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED

“onc€..

710 N.W. 57th St. Dept , AF

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

Check, M.O., Mastercharge, Visa

SPECIAL! All three $45.95

320 West Eagle
Arlington, NE 68002
Phone: (402) 478-4011
Authorized
Fredette Distributor

Leaves, 75c each, ppd.
Minimum order, 10 leaves
Starter plants, $2.75, ppd.
Minimum order, 4 plants.

We are pleased to announce that
we have become a distributor for
the lovely hybrids of Sidney
Groeneman of Sooner State Violet
Nursery. For descriptions of these
and many other beautiful African
violets, send 50f for our list (refund¬
able with first order).

SPECIAL — 15 leaves, all different,
our choice — an assortment of 1981
releases from Fredette, Sooner
State and Lyon. ..........,......$9.95 ppd.

‘81 FREDETTE

SOONER STATE

FREDETTE

Bermuda High

Amy Trenna

‘April Violet

Candy Green

Ashley’s Promise

‘Betsy Rose

Candy-0

‘Autumn Beauty

‘By George

Colibri

‘Autumn Ember

Cherry Frosting

Dancin’

‘Autumn’s Little Priss

‘Dominique

Janeen

‘Autumn’s Stormy Weather

Oh Susannah

Lady Baltimore

Captain Flash

Proud Country

Maui Magic

‘Cherokee Sunrise

Royal Ann

Music Man

‘Chianti

Shocking

Popsicle

Dancin’ Fool

‘Tiger

Plum Surprise

‘Kiowa

Watermelon Rose

Replique

‘Kiss Me Pink

‘Winter Grape

'Sarava

Pink Fling

OTHERS

Sea Gypsy

‘Sandia Rose

‘Swamp Fever

Shadow Blues

Sea Hawk

Ms. Pretty

LYNDON LYON

Seekers Harmony

Carnival Ball

Fringed Charm

Seekers Pleasure

Sundown

'Frosted Delight

Smoque Beau

Black Ace

Lilac Gem

Southern Ivory

Something Special

Lindsey Ann

Trisha’s Promise

‘Autumn Honey

Loves Charm

GRANGER

‘Wilma Lou

Raving Red

Carnival

Blue Top

'Shyness

Orchid Fiesta

‘Pink Lemonade

Icy Trail

Persian Velvet

‘Jack Swift

Disco Dazzier

Red Sunrise

‘June Swift

Edge of Elegance

Sammye Ballard

Scarlet O’Hara

Kristi Marie

Springtime

Amazing Grace

My Desire

Starlace

Sparkle Plenty

Splish Splash

Startler

Star Wars

White Viceroy

*denotes varieties with

Vibrant Val

Wonderland

variegated foliage

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

83

tAUrUcUilie

TALLY TIMERS . . . $8.00 ppd.

One dozen mini and semimini leaves of the top win¬
ners in AVSA shows throughout the country, all dif¬
ferent and labelled. A nice way to start a truly choice

collection!

YOUR CHOICE . $7.50 ppd.

Many new additions from the leading hybridizers are
on our 1981 list. Beautiful foliage, bright and sassy
blooms!

SALLY’S CHOICE . . $7.00 ppd.

One dozen mini and semimini leaves, all different and
labelled, carefully selected and individually packed in
plastic envelopes!

MINI SINNINGIA SEEDS . . . $2.50 for 100, ppd.

A packet of 100 seeds, mixed varieties, including such
charmers as S. pusilla, S. ‘White Sprite’!

1981 LIST . 25 cents

Violet leaves, plus descriptions of our many violet sta¬
tionery and needlework items!

Sally Haven Violets

P.O. BOX 1711

MANCHESTER, MISSOURI 63011

HORTENSE'S
AFRICAN VIOLETS

Mr. & Mrs. J. R. Pittman
12406 Alexandria
San Antonio, TX 78233
512-656-0128
Exciting new releases for 1981
13 new varieties of our own
11 new varieties of the late Howard Utz
All New Fredette originals
All New Sandra Leary Williams hybrids
Starter plants $3.00 each,

10 or more $2.75 each
F.C. leaves $1.25, postage paid
Previous releases and new releases from
other hybridizers Maas, Lyon, Granger’s,
etc. We also specialize in Minis and
Semiminis, starter plants $2.00 each, 10
or more $1.75 each. FC leaves 75<i;. All
plants and leaves shipped postpaid by air
mail or best way possible. Shipping all
year, weather permitting. Please list
substitutes. If we have to substitute it will
be on a two for one basis, your gain. Send
25(C for list.

Visitors welcome,
call for appointment.

‘Roses “ain’t” all red, Violets “ain’t” all blue,
Ours come in many colors. And here are
just a few.

FREDETTE; Bermuda High, Candy Green, Dancin’, Janeen,
Lady Baltimore, Maui Magic, Music Man, Popsicle, Plum Sur¬
prise, Replique, Sarava, Sea Gypsy, Shadow Blues, Colibri,
Candy-0 (Old favorites — • Cherry Frosting, Abigail Adams, Oh
Susannah, Polly Doodle, Watermelon Rose).

BUTTRAM: Autumn Dream, Masterpiece, Pink Aglow, Radiance, (Elvis Presley).
CHAMPION: Berry Splash, Dotted Swiss, Lacey Trinket, Midget Corsage, (Spatter).
GRANGER: Candyland, Carnival, Normandy, Peppermint Lace, Springtime, (Mardi Gras).
SANDRA LEARY: Coconut Frost, Gypsy Trance, Mayan Magic, Ocean Mist, Tradewinds.
LYON: Hidden Treasure, Kristi Marie, Star Wars, Temple, (Dyn-o-mite, Color Wonder).
NADEAU: Ask Neva, Big Time, Gold Lace, (Black Ace, Spring Fling, Vigor Lou).

PITTMAN; Anafair, Dorie, Lavender Elf, San Felipe, Solo, (H’s Hiawatha, H’s Zapata).
RIENHARDT: Cherry Red, My Lou, Rosita, Virgo, (Nancy Reagan).

REED: Cajun Country, Coral Cameo, Creole Belle, Pirate’s Alley, (Clyo, Pink Lemonade).
SWIFT: (Cat’s Meow, Betcha, Dutch Skies, Emperor’s Crown, Ermine).

TINARl: Big Splash, Disco Babe, Star Strip, Super Star, (Blue Mascara, Swinging Star).
UTZ; Delight, Enchantment, Kenfro, Las Moras, La Violetta, Rojo Grande, Sincerely.
Complete descriptive list 30$ (Overseas $1.00 — fresh cut leaves only)

Long SASE for prices on Tube Craft products.

Rt. 3, Fayette, MO 65248 nn w\ "T Visitors Welcome 9-5

Ph.816-248-3232 MRS. R. U. TOMPKIN Sunday by Appointment

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

84

EVA’S VIOLET WORLD

African Violets, Growing Supplies, FloraCarts and Gro-
Lights. Wealso carry6” Mini Rings and 18” Maxi Rings.

9358 Bellaire Blvd.

Houston, TX 77036

Closed

(713) 776-2966

Monday

SPOONIT

“GETS THINGS GROWING!”

Promotes rapid
growth In all
potted plants
including African
Violets, ferns,
flowers and
ornamentals.

get 1 lb. for

$3.50 pp

from

plantsmith

1924 Plymouth Street
Mt. View, California 94043

ITS NEW -ITS GREAT -ITS SUPER

ITS

SUPER SOIL SUBSTANCE

(The Soilless Potting Mix Mixer)

One pound bag makes 6 gallons of the best potting mix your plants ever
lived in!

SUPER SOIL SUBSTANCE contains 27 important ingredients to insure great
plant growth- If purchased separate could cost well over $100 00. SUPER
SOIL SUBSTANCE is complete- just add the one pound bag to- (locally pur¬
chased) 3-2-1 -Mix-3 gallons sphagnum Peat Moss, 2 gallons Vermiculite 1
gallon Perl-lite-mix dry-add Vi to % gallon water and in 30 days you're
ready to pot up your plants.

Nothing else to buy - We ask you to test it against what you are now using -
If not satisfied- We'll refund your full purchased price on SUPER SOIL
SUBSTANCE)

You can wick feed your plants as usual -feed V* strength as usual -Nothing
different -except the results AND WE GUARANTEE IT!

ORDER DIRECT & SAVE

1 Pound trial size $3.95 makes 6 gallons

6 Pound Bags $19.95 makes 36 gallons

12 Pound Bags $39.00 makes 72 gallons

Order Direct From: Violets Galore of Georgia
3482 Misty Valley Road
Decatur, Georgia 30032

Yes, we pay the freight — (allow 4 weeks for delivery) — Single
bag orders add SOc to cover handling 2 or more no extra
charge. Georgia residents add 4% state sales tax.

SKY LAKE
AFRICAN VIOLETS

over 500 top varieties pius our own
unusual hybrids

VARIEGATED * TRAILERS * MINIS
all supplies & flora carts

When In Mianni, visit our store in the Sky
Lake Mall

1708A N.E. 83 St. N. Miami Beach, FL
Phone 305 940-7668

VIOLET GARDENS

We have added 600 New Varieties
and Favorites for 1981 including
Fredette’s, SSVN, Utz, Baker, Sisk,
Champion and others.

Big Spring List .50$ (refundable)

160 N. Montgomery Street

San Jose, CA 951 1 0 Phone: (408) 293-01 39

CLEARVIEW COVE VIOLETS

Let us hatch a basket of “EASTER” African
violets for you, to be delivered this May.

Choose from Fredette Originals and leading
Hybridizers, many varieties available from our
extensive list — 250) and L.S.A.S.E.

We welcome inquiries/visits. Please call
before coming.

Mrs. D/S Helms
Rte. #1, Box 354
Bark River, Ml 49807
1-906-786-0356

ALICE’S VIOLET ROOM

— Specializing — in organic potting soil —

Small plants $1.25 each plus $2.00 postage
15 plants — $17.00 postpaid

Shipping starts in May List 25$

Potting soil shipped anytime.

3 gallon box — $5.50-postpaid
2 boxes — $9.00

Alice Pittman Rte. 2, Box 365-B

(314)336-4763 _ Waynesville, MO 65583

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

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BeplvShiPG

¥i@leis

GOOD’S HYBRIDS

281 Sabrina Ct.
Woodstock, GA 30188

Inclose check or money order with order.

Complete list

of over 400 varieties — 50(p.

BERKSHIRE VIOLETS
Skyline Trail,

Chester, MA 01011

INFLATION FIGHTER SPECIAL

Leaves $7.50 a dozen postpaid.
Latest from Lyons, Granger, Maas,
Hawley, Leary and others.
Authorized distributor
for Fredette Originals.
Complete listing of
over 400 varieties for 50(p.

CREAM OF CROP — White double with pink. -S-
CLOUD NINE — - Pink ruffled single, good bloomer.

"SM-

GREAT GRANDPA ~ Purple single, fiat growing. -S-
FALLING STARS — Blue single large stars, good
bloomer. -S-

STARLET — Light pink single stars. -S-
LAZY SUZAN — Purple semidouble, flat grower. -S-
SALT & PEPPER — Red-violet semidouble splashed.
-SM-

TIGER TOOTH — Red-violet semidouble with some
white. -SM-

ZERO -- Blue semidouble 8 per stem. -S-
SUGAR HILL — Cherry single, good bloomer. -S-

Send money order to receive plants right away.
2V4” pots — $2.50 ea. min. 3 plants.
Leaves — $.95 ea. min. 10

Wholesale also — small quantities available.
Earn money in your spare time — violet partys?
For more information or a list of more violets send
25<p, no stamps.

LYNDON LYON GREENHOUSES, INC.

“Where the violets are!” Exotic! New! Dbl’s & Semi’s

BLUE

HUG ME — Double purple stars hugging stan¬
dard green foliage.

SHYNESS — Dbl. purple firs., often blushed
with white above Tommie Lou foliage.

DARTH VADER --- Huge white stars with wide
purple edges; standard foliage.

PINK

LOVES CHARM — Clusters of dbl. pink firs,
charm this plant; standard foliage.

DISCO DANCIN’ -- Dbl. fantasy, dancin’ with
pink n’ purple atop tailored foliage.

FROSTED DELIGHT — Dbl. pink firs., frosted
with Tommie Lou foliage.

RED

RAVING RED — Dynomite red dbl. firs, in a
raving cluster above drk. foliage.

MISTY ROSE — Rosy red, dbl. firs, above
nicely scalloped foliage.

SATIN SASSY Sassy new red, semidbl. firs,
on red-backed foliage.

WHITE & ORCHID

FRINGED CHARM — Dbl. white firs, fringed
with purple and green above scalloped leaves.
MORNING SONG — Awakening bouquets of
dbl. white firs, above semimin. foliage.

LILAC GEM Dbl. lilac firs, splashed with pur¬
ple; red-backed foliage.

TRAILERS

MELODY TRAIL — A melody of dbl. pink firs,
cascading over perfect foliage.

ICY TRAIL — Icy white, wild firs, covering dark

foliage.

BUCKEYE TRAIL — Dbl. blue firs, trailing over
dark foliage.

MINIATURES

LITTLE ECHO -- Wild fuchsia firs, stand tall
above dark, red-backed foliage.

TWIKI — Semidbl. purple firs, reaching out
above small foliage.

TWINKIE Loads of dbl. white and purple firs,
on tailored foliage.

Prices include all costs including AIR MAIL for first priority. Six or more plants or rooted cuttings $3.69
each; less than 6 at $4.19 each — • Minimum order is 2 plants or rooted cuttings. Shipping season is from
May 1 to Nov. 1.

NO SHIPPING OVERSEAS

NOTICE: Rooted cuttings are double size on orders totaling 6 or more. Send stamp for full color list.

LYNDON LYON GREENHOUSES, INC.

14 Mutchler St.

Dolgeville.N.Y. 13329

Phone: (315) 429-8291

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the

VIOLET
-<HOUSE

P.O. Box 1274
L5 S.E. 4th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32601
(904) 377-8465

We guarantee shipping within 4 days
or you know the reason why.

Plastic Hanging Baskets

All with Saucers & Hangers

Plastic Flower Pots

Size

Color

Type

10

20

50

100

500

Vm

Wt. Only

RS

.45

.80

1,75

' 3.30

14.30

2 'A

Wt. orGr.

RS.Sq.

.55

.90

2.20

3.85

16.50

2 'A

Wt. orGr,

RS.Sq.

.80

1.20

2.50

4.70

22.00

3

Wt. or Gr.

RS.Sq.,

RT

.95

1.65

3.70

6.85

33.00

3'/2

Wt. or Gr.

Sq..

RT

1.10

1.95

4.40

8.25

38.50

4

Wt. or Gr.

RS.Sq..

RT

1.30

2.45

5.25

9.90

44.00

4 V..

Wt. orGr.

RS.Sq..

RT

1.65

3.10

6.60

12.65

60.50

5

Wt. or Gr.

RS.

RT

2,00

3.75

8.25

14.85

67.75

6

Wt. orGr.

RS,

RT

2.45

4.40

10.45

20.35

93.50

6''z

Wt.orGr.

RT

2.75

4.95

11.55

22.00

99.00

7

Wt. or Gr.

RS

4.95

9.35

22.00

39.60

187.00

8

Wt. or Gr.

RS

5.25

9.90

23.10

41.80

198.00

Colors dZZTl _ Round

WT = White G — ^ Round G - ^ Tub

GR = Green \ / Standard F j Size

V J (RS) F _ J (RT)

Size

Color

1

5

10

25

5'/2

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.80

3.55

6.60

15.40

6

Wt. or Gr.

1.10

4.95

9.35

22.00

8

Wt. or Gr.

1.35

6.60

12.10

27.50

10

WL. Yellow or Gr.

1.90

8.80

16.50

38.50

Plastic Saucers

Size

Color

10

20

50

100

3'

White

1.20

2.20

4.95

9.10

4'

White

1.65

2.85

6.60

]2.I0

5

White

1.85

3.30

7.70

14.30

Sizes of Square Pots are measured diagonally from corner to corner not from side to side.

Plastic Water Reservoirs

16 oz.

32 oz.

20 for

4 75

8,55

50 for

10,25

19,55

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18.25

36.30

500 lor

80 00

125,00

Lids are recessed to hold pots.

Lasts 2 - 5 weeks

16 oz. holds up to 4'A" pot. An inexpensive and
efficient way to water all types of potted plants.
Wicks not included.

Peters Fertilizers

Potting Materials

Formula

Quantity

Type

Price

12-36-14

12 oz.

Violet Special

2.00

5-50- 1 7

12 oz.

•Variegated Special

2.00

20-20-20

16 oz.

General Purpose

2,00

10-30-20

16 oz

Blossom Booster
Orchids

2.00

18-18-18

16 oz.

General Purpose

2.00

15-30-15

16 oz.

House Plant Special

2.00

_ 1

Plastic

Marking

Labels

3 ' (100) $1.25

4 ' (100) $1.75

White

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Specials

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Excellent for rooting plants or holding plants
25Vz " X O'A" X 37'®" deep • white or green ■ $2.50 each or 10 for $22.50

Books

"Mother Nature s Secrets, 34 1 Popular House Plants and How to Care for Them" ■ color ■ $3.00
"African Violets and Related Plants" • color ■ $3.(X)

Peat Pots - Nested Transplant Pots

2 'A" round • 12 pots $ .60 or 60 pots • $2.80 • 3" round ■ 8 pots $ .60 or 40 pots $2.80

6” Round Tub Planter With Snap on Saucer

Each

10

25

100

Green or White

$ .30

$2.90

$6.75

$25.00

* Please Note:

Due to the bulkiness of Soil. Perlite and Vermiculite,
I am able to ship only a total of 8 gallons of any one or
combination of these three items with each order.

Violet House Potting Soil . .

. 1 gallon

$ .75

Perlite .

. 1 gallon

.75

Vermiculite .

. 1 gallon

,75

Dolomite Limestone .

. 1 pound

.75

Charcoal .

. 12 ounces

.89

Sphagnum Peat Moss .

. 'A cubic foot

2.20

Canadian Peat Moss .

. 2 gallons

2.25

Fish Emulsion .

. . 10 ounces, liquid

1.40

Leaf Shine & Cleaner .

(With Sprayer)

. 8 fluid ounces

1.40

House Plant Insect .

(Spray Aerosol)

. 6'A av. oz.

1.50

Shipping Charges

Minimum Order $7.50 plus Shipping

Shipping Charge (48 states). . . . 2.25

Florida residents only add 4% sales tax

Hawaii and Alaska . $5.00

Canada (G.S. Funds Only) . $ 7.50

All other countries . Actual Cost

8” Hex Planter With Snap on Saucer 6- Hanger

Each

10

25

100

White. Green or Gold

$ .90

$8.00

$18.00

$65.00

The Violet House

P.O. Box 1274 Gainesville, Florida 32601
1 5 S.E. 4th Ave. Phone (904) 377=8465

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The African Violetry

FEATURING

VIOLETS IN BLOOM

ALL SIZE PLANTS AVAILABLE

DISTRIBUTOR - FREDETTE ORIGINALS
also REED “HOUSE OF VIOLETS” PARTNER

Over 900 varieties from all leading hybridizers
— Many Texas hybridized plants available.

ALL SUPPLIES — LIGHTING EQUIPMENT
OUR OWN SOIL

FLORA CARTS IN STOCK

926 East 14th Open Tues-Sat

Houston, Texas 77009 10:00 to 5:00

713-862-5018 Closed Sun & Mon

NO SHIPPING NO LIST

PATTY’S PLANT PLACE

SPECIAL: 20 of my most beautiful and best
selling violets; Silver Lining, Blue Suede, Sam,
Kristie Marie, Helene, Purple Crest, Splish
Splash, Plum Frostee, Ford’s Marge, Night
Magic, April Violet, Half Moon Bay, Farmer’s
Daughter, Dynomite, Winter Grape, Mysterium
(trailer), Trail Along (trailer). May Dance, Mont¬
gomery Belle, Granada.

Chose any 10 starter plants
all 20 starter plants
Any 10 Fresh cut leaves
all 20 Fresh cut leaves

$12.50 postpaid
20.00 postpaid
5.00 postpaid
9.00 postpaid

Or send 35$ in coin for my list of new and re¬
cent releases from the leading hybridizers.

Rt. 1 Box 55 Patricia Daniel

Cheney, KS 67025 ph. 31 6-542-3686

BOOKS

Helen Van Pelt Wilson’s African Violet Book
Revised Edition (Hard Back) $12.36

Revised Edition (Paper Back) $7.36

The Indoor Light Gardening Book by George A. Elbert
(Hardcover) $12.54 (Paper Back) $ 7.36

The Gesneriad Family by Virginia F. and George A. Elbert
(Hardcover) $11.54 (Paper Back) $8.36

The Complete Book Of House Plants Under Lights

by Charles Marden Fitch (Hard Cover) $1 1 .54

Ferns To Know And Grow

by F. Gordon Foster (Paper Back) $ 7.41

For books shipped out of the United States by surface Mail
please add $1.50 for postage.

Michigan residents please include 4% Sales Tax

MARY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

19788 San Juan Detroit, Ml 48221

GROWING SUPPLIES

32

oz. Alaska Fish Fertilizer (5-1-1)

$4.54

16

oz. Alaska Fish Fertilizer (5-1-1)

3.71

3

oz. Can Mildex for mildew

3.80

16

oz. Cygon 2-E

7.43

4

oz. btl. Malathion 50%

2.57

4

oz. btl. Kelthane (Miticide)

2.48

1^/4

lb. Systemic Insecticide Granules

4.70

8

oz. Peters House Plant Food (15-30-15)

3.12

8

oz. Peters General Purpose Plant Food

(20-20-20)

3.12

8

oz. Peters Violet Special (12-36-14)

3.42

8

oz. Peters Variegated Special (5-50-17)

3.72

1

lb. Peters S.T.E.M. (Soluble Trace Elements)

5.75

1

lb. Peters Fritted Trace Elements

1.75

4

oz. btl.. Superthrive (Vita-Hormone)

4.92

8

oz. Sphagnum Moss Milled (nodampoff)

3.50

4

qts. Krum Perlite

2.20

2

qts. Krum Perlite

1.59

2

qts. Hardwood Charcoal #10 fine

2.81

4

qts. Vermiculite #2

2.20

2

qts. Vermiculite #2

1.59

3

lb. bag Carbanate Fermate, Ferbam

8.67

8

oz. Carbanate Fermate, Ferbam (Bulk)

2.25

2

lbs. Dolomite Limestone

2.20

2

lbs. Calcium Carbonate (Whiting)

2.40

2

lbs. Superphosphate (0-20-0)

2.40

1

gal. Mary’s African Violet Soil

2.40

1

gal. Mary’s Starter Soil

2.40

MINIMUM ORDER $5.00 Post Paid
Michigan residents please include 4% Sales Tax.

MARY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

19788 San Juan Detroit, Ml 48221

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Dept. AV 3-81
NEW PRODUCTS

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visits by
appt. only

305-452-5670

1490 Saturn St.

Merritt Island, FL 32952

NEEDLE POINT HOLDERS

7/8” miniature round..... . 1.19

1-3/8” round . . . ....1.25

I-Va" aqua cups with pin holder inc. . . 6.25

S-Va” aqua cups with pin holder inc . 9.00

3# white quartz pebbles . 3.85

Flower Dri Kit. A complete kit to satisfy any
flower enthusiast’s desire. IVa lb. silica gel,
floral tape, wire, drying can and instruction

booklet . . 10.00

6.5 oz. Restore (neutralizes toxic salts) . 1 .98

8 oz. White fly, mealy bug & mite spray

(non-aerosol) contains -Pentac- . 2.59

6 oz. Granny’s Bloomers . . .............................2.49

FLORACARTS
** LOWEST PRICES**

BA-3 Three tray stand
with top bracket and
three fluorescent fix¬
tures . ...........................$259.99

(freight collect from Ohio)

BA-4 Four tray stand
with top bracket and
four fluorescent fix¬
tures . . . $279.99

(frieght collect from Ohio)
HELEN VAN PELT WILSON’S BOOK
ON AFRICAN VIOLETS
$5.95 (softback) + 750 postage
THE MIRACLE HOUSEPLANTS
The book on Gesneriads and Saintpaulias by the Elberts
$6.95 (softback) + 700 postage
AFRICAN VIOLETS FOR MODERN LIVING
A new book on Violets and Gesneriads. An excellent
“how to” book. Excellent illustrations.

$2.95 -f 50o postage

THE INDOOR LIGHT GARDENING BOOK by G. Elbert
$5.95 (softback) -i- 70o postage
FUN WITH TERRARIUM GARDENING by the Elberts
$3.95 (paperback) ■+■ 70o postage
FUN WITH GROWING ODD AND CURIOUS
HOUSEPLANTS by the Elberts
$4.95 (paperback) + 70o postage

Plant Rings Mini or 9” . . . . . . . . $1.25 (e)

Plant Rings 13” . . . . . . . . ..$1.75 (e)

Minimum cash order $5.00. Minimum charge order $12.00.
Please add $2.00 for shipping and packing up to $9.99
order; $3.00 up to $18.00; & $4.00 on all others; west of
Rockies add $j95 to all rates. BOX NUMBERS, please give
PHONE NUMBERS or address as we ship via U.P.S.

FERTILIZERS & GROWING AIDS

8 oz. Peters Violet Special 12-36-14 ..........................2.25

8 oz. Peters Variegated 5-50-17 . ....2.55

8 oz. Oxygen Plus for African Violets 1-3-2 . 2.45

8 oz. Sea Green 5-10-5 (Sea weed all¬
purpose plant food) . .2.19

8 oz. Sea Power (soil stimulant) . . . 2.19

1 lb. Plant Marvel 12-31-14.........................................3.10

16 oz. Alaska Fish 5-1-1 . 2.95

8 oz. Sturdy 0-15-14 (mix with fish fert.) . . . 2.98

4 oz. Allegro Plant Tonic (makes 9 gal.) . ...2.75

6 oz. Miracle-Gro Plant Therapy 10-8-7 . 1.99

8 oz. Cygon2-E . .....3.89

8 oz. Malathion . .3.19

8 oz. Kelthane(miticide) . . . 3.19

8 oz. Tenderleaf (Non-aerosol, non¬
damaging) . . 2.49

8 oz. Orthene (Thrips & pritchard mealy

bugs) water base . ..........3.98

8 oz. Systemic Granules . ......2.79

4 oz. Carbonmate (fungicide) . . ....1.25

4 oz. Trace Elements . 1.69

1 lb. Micro-Max (micro-nutrients) . 2.98

6 qts. Perlite (coarse) . 1.25

6 qt. Verlite (coarse) . ....1.25

2 lb. Dolomite or Superphosphate . . 1.00

Window Sill Tray 3y2”x22 3/4”. . . . ...................1.19

Plant Tray 11”x223/4”x3/4” sturdy dk. brown . 2.19

Plant trays — no holes — 21”x11”x2y2” . 1.19

pH Acidity Kit (By Sudbury) . 3.49

POTS, PLANTERS AND LABELS

13/4” Round Plastic Pots . . 25 for $1.25

2” Round Plastic Pots . .......................25 for $1.50

2y4” Round or Square Plastic Pots. ............. 25 for$1.60

2y2” Round or Square Plastic Pots . 25 for $1.75

3” Round or Rd. Tub Plastic Pots . 25 for $2.00

3y2” Round Tubs . 25 for $2.50

4” Rd., Sq. or Rd. Tub Plastic Pots . 25 for $3.00

5” Round Tubs . .25 for $4.50

100 Stake Labels — 4” white . . . . . . .....$2.70

100 Flex Labels — Yellow Only . . . $1.75

Plastic Reservoirs — 1 pt . . . . . $ .30 each

1 qt. (holds up to 5” pot) . $ .49 each

includes wick & holes prepunched.

***Capillary Matting (Pellon) ™ $1.98 per yd.
— 4' Wide —

for charge orders, send all
information on card.

Sand 2 Stamps for 1981 Catalog

minimum charge order $12.00

Minimum cash order $5.00. Minimum charge order
$12.00. Please add $2.00 for shipping and packing
up to $9.99 order; $3.00 up to $18.99; & $4.00 on
all others; west of Rockies add $.90 to all rates.
BOX NUMBERS, please give PHONE NUMBERS or
address as we shio via U.P.S.

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"Specializing In African Violets”

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Authorized Distributor
SANDRA (Leary) WILLIAiyiS HYBRIDS

Bermuda High, Cape Hatteras, Mayan Magic, Gypsy
Trance, Ocean Mist, Pirate’s Ransom, Suncoaster,
Tradewinds, Boca Grande

Authorized Partner

THE HOUSE OF VIOLETS - C. & R. REED

Dixie Snow, First Place, Glacier Blue, Our Hope,
Something Pretty, Super Stars, Sweet Magic, Taffy,
Tom Edward

GRANGER GARDENS

Rose Reverie, Star Lace, Rose Sonnet, Capistrano,
Lavender Bandmaster

LYNDON LYON

Darth Vader, Disco Dancin’, Frosted Delight, Lilac
Gem, Echoes of Pink

FISHER OF CANADA

Carolyn, Debra, Ellen Marie, Heidi, Leone, Nora, Pat,
Richard, Timothy

SWIFTS OF DALLAS

Unpredictable, Winekin, Alfred, Make Believe, Per¬
sonality, Work of Art

Our current list with more 1981 releases, and the best of the
older varieties and complete price information regarding fresh
cut leaves and starter plants is available for 50c in coin (no
checks piease).

Visitors welcome by appointment only.

P.O. Box 238 Millington, Ml 48746 (517)871-2505

SCAGLIOLA’S

GREENHOUSE

VIOLETS

Plants — $2.50 ppd Leaves .60$ ppd
Rooted Clumps -- $2.50 ppd

Over 600 varieties of
miniature & standard African violets

Specials — Our Choice Only
All Different and Labeled

6 Miniature or Standard Plants .....$12.00 ppd.
12 Fresh cut miniature or standard

leaves.. ..................................... .......$5.00 ppd.

10 Miniature or standard starter

plants . . ....................................$15.00 ppd.

List SASE

Mailing address
750 Gull Ave.
Foster City, CA
94404

Greenhouse Address
1601 Industrial Way, #2F
Belmont, CA
94002

Phone: (415) 573-6872, evenings only

KLINKEL’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

1553 Flarding Enumclaw, WA 98022

Phone (206) 825-4442

ANNOUNCING A FEW MORE NEW SKAGIT VARIETY INTRODUCTIONS

WAYNE LINDSTROM - HYBRIDIZER

SKAGIT ARISTOCRAT — captivating maroon/red, s/dbl, frilly
edges, std. d/grn red rev. P.Q. fo!., tendency to cup
SKAGIT CHARMER impressive light pink dbi with darker
tips; std, d/grn red rev. P.Q. foi. a show plant
SKAGIT COMPASSION — elegant lavender dbi with paler
edges; std. d/grn rev. P.Q. fol. good bloomer
SKAGIT GORGEOUS — refreshing dark fuchsia/red db! with
lighter shaded edges; std. med/grn red rev. holly fol.

SKAGIT HONEY — very ige distinctive light pink s/dbl; darker
pink spots on face of bloom with frilly edges; std. d/grn red rev.
P.Q. fol. definitely a show plant

SKAGIT SNOVI/FLAKE =- brisk white s/dbl; std. d/grn red rev.
P.Q. fol.; prolific bloomer with show qualities
SKAGIT SWEETHEART tantalizing pink dbi bell shaped
blossom; std med/grn red rev. P.Q. fol. a collector’s Item
SKAGIT TRIUMPH — light delectable pink dbi.; std. d/grn red
rev. P.Q. fol.; a very good bloomer

The following BRAND NEW introductions ready for shipment by June 15th

Color description based on The Royal Horticultural Society Color Chart

SKAGIT LIL PEACH dbi Neyron Rose (56D); dk/grn red rev.
P.Q. foi. (mini)

SKAGIT TINY ROSE dbi orchid pink (62C); med/grn P.Q. fol.
(mini)

SKAGIT LIL RED — s/dbl bishops violet (81A); dk/grn red. rev.
P.Q. fol. (mini)

SKAGIT LIL DOLL — dbi white with pink edge & center;
med/grn ruffled fol. (mini)

SKAGIT RUSTY — db! ruby red (64A) with darker tips; std.
dk/grn red rev. P.Q. fol.

SKAGIT PRINCESS — dbi rose purple (75B); with darker tips;
std. dk/grn red. rev. P.Q. fol. without a doubt show quality

Nice size plants in 2 inch pots $3.25 each; minimum order 4 plants; Leaves 1.00 each, limited amount of seed from
Skagit crosses $3.50 per packet. Postage prepaid. Washington customers add 5.3 Vo sales tax. Orders will be processed
in sequence received. Payment must accompany order. Watch for new Skagit Varieties in future issues. Order from this
ad or send 50f for complete list.

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LLOYD’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

2568 E. Main Street (315) 626-2314 Cato, NY 13033

NEW FOR 1981

Starter Plants $3.00 each Leaves $1.00 each
“FREDETTE ORIGINALS” ‘‘CHAMPION VARIEGATES”

Bermuda High

‘Janeen

Plum Surprise

‘Seeing Stars

‘Rocket

Candy Green

‘Lady Baltimore

Replique

‘Tinsel Town

‘White Lightening

Colibri

Maui Magic

‘Sarava

‘Lilac Flip

‘Periwinkle trinket

Candy-0

‘Music Man

Sea Gypsy

‘Dot & Dash

(Semimini)

Dancin’

Popsicle

Shadow Blues

‘Neon Rainbow

‘Trinket Seas

(Semimini)

‘-Variegated Foliage

SHIPPING: May 1st to Nov. 1st. Priority Air Mail. U.S. $2.75. OVERSEAS SHIPPING - Actual Cost.
Enclose $5.00 with order and you will be billed for the balance. Many varieties available by other
hybridizers. Long descriptive list 25$ or order directly from this ad.

Distributor of “FREDETTE ORIGINALS”

_ Allegro $3.50 ppd.

Violeti,

P.O. BOX 91345, ATLANTA, GA 30364

1981 LIST FEATURING OUR NEW HYBRIDS

Send 50$ for a complete mail order list. Plants — $3.50. Rooted Clumps ~ $4.50 (available June). Prices
include Priority Air Mail shipping charges. Minimum order is 4 plants or rooted cuttings. Shipping
begins in May. Allow 6 weeks for delivery. We send a Free Plant with each 5 ordered if substitutes are
listed. Send S.A.S.E. if you want an acknowledgement of your order.

SAMPLE OUR NEW HYBRIDS

CYAN RAYS (V.A.) Dramatic blue and white sections or rays, sometimes in a pinwheel, characterize the
star-shaped blossoms; showy T.L. varigation on a small tailored plant.

LUCKY STREAK (V.A.) Frilled pansy shaped lavender flowers with purple streaks and spots. Gorgeous
ruffled shiny deep green, white, and pink variegated foliage.

MOONSHADOWS (V.A.) “Single-looking” huge white stars with blue eye and shadowed edge; rounded
foliage. Floriferous! Looks single but is genetically double so flowers will not drop!

PINK CHAMPAGNE (V.A.) Huge cupped sparkling pink semidouble stars bubble over very dark extra
flat foliage show plant!

PURPLE SLEET (V.A.) Frilled double pastel purple flowers pelted with purple sleet. Heavily variegated
ruffled foliage. Best New Introduction Atlanta show ‘80.

WISTERIA FRILLS (V.A.) Ruffled double wisteria stars tipped amethyst with a lighter frilly edge.
Unusual T.L. variegated girl foWage. Small elegant plant.

ZANADUE (V.A.) Frilled fantasy stars in pastel orchid and deep purple; soft ruffled green and white
variegated foliage.

FAVORITES FROM OTHER HYBRIDIZERS

AMAZING GRACE (Soults) Fix. p.57, 11-80. Fringed shell pink semidbl. stars; shiny ruffled green leaves
— Show plant!

AUTUMN HONEY (S.G.) Fix. p.29, 9-79. Fink ruffled double blooms, top petals tipped red; outstanding
variegated tailored foliage.

ETUDE (G.G.) Fix. p. 28, 11-80. Very floriferous up-turned It. blue stars, unusual white eye surrounds
bright yellow stamen; plain fol.

GOLD LACE (R.N.) Huge very dark blue semidouble stars; blackish green leaves variegated with a
golden lace edge. Turns pink in center.

FLUM ROYAL (Reed) Fluted dbl. shaded plum blossoms; variegated green, white, and pink rounded
foliage.

SWAMF FEVER (Sisk) Best New Introduction, AVSA national, Fictured November ‘80 Cover. 2y2” Two-
tone purple; pink variegated holly fol.

TRIFLE TWIST (Sorano of L.L.) Each bloom looks like a miniature corsage of three double Dyn-o-mite
red, white edged flowers wired together. You have to see it to believe it! Super dark fol.

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New for 1981

P.O. Box 1052, Midland, Ml 48640

GRANGER

‘CALAIS — s. frilly white laced with red. Pretty.
‘CARNIVAL — red eye, white frilly band, dk fol.
FROSTFIRE — red sd, wavy white edge, var fol.
‘NORMANDY — pink d blending to ruf. white edge.
‘PEPPERMINT LACE — sd white, frilly pink band.
‘ROSE JUBILEE — white d, rosy center, var fol.
ROSE REVERIE — nice d red, some white on edge.
STAR LACE — s. white, lacy lav. pink edges.
LYONS

DARTH VADAR — s. white, wide purple edges.

‘DISCO DANCIN' — d. purple-pink fantasy.

‘STAR PERFORMER — pretty d. white, pink eye.

KRISTIE MARIE — smokey maroon red d., dk fol.
VIBRANT VAL — vivid deep coral, dk fol.

SUSAN’S VIOLETS

BETHANNE — sd It lav, darker tips, var fol.

BONNIE LEIGH — It lav, purple edge, var fol.

CHERRY PIE — sd red, dk ruffled fol. Nice.

DESERT NIGHT — sd pink, darker eye, dk fol.
HEAVENLY DAZE — rosy pink sd, dk pointed fol.
PEARLY SPARKLES — d. white, lav hint, var fol.
SANGRIA WINE — d. red, wavy dk fol. Nice.
TEACHER’S PET — d. med blue clusters.

TIDDLY WINKS - sd two tone lav, var fol.

TYLER ROSE — d. rosy pink, ruf dark fol.

‘Leaves only

Leaves — 75$ pp, Starter plants — $2.25 pp — Min
order: 5 sp or 12 leaves — Ml res. add 4% tax.
Authorized distributor — - Sidney Groeneman Hybrids
— Partner in Reed’s House of Violets — See Jan. Ad.
State Inspected LIST 35$ 517-835-9225

Susan’s Sweetheart Violets

Susan Shaw

4367 Franklin Ave. 303-669-4233

Loveland, CO 80537

Starter Plants $2.00 Ppd.

Leaves One Dozen $7.50 Ppd.

Orders for violets received before March 31st
receive 20% discount.

Show stopping varieties from Granger, Lyon,
Rienhardt, Fredette, Nadeau, Doris I. Bearman,
Wayne Lindstrom, and others.

POT CHART

25

50

100

2y2”

Round (green only)

$1.50

$2.50

$ 4.75

3”

Rd. Standard or Tub (white)

$1.50

$2.75

$ 5.50

3V2”

Rd. Standard

$2.00

$3.75

$ 7.50

5”

Rd. Tub (white)

$4.00

$7.75

$15.50

All 3” to 5” pots have rolled edges to protect petioles.
3”Thriftee Labels 100 (white only) $1.00

4” Stake Labels 100 (white only) $1.50

Volkmann’s

Peter’s

Peter’s

FERTILIZER

15-30-15

8 oz.

$1.75

12-36-14

1 lb.

$4.00

5-50-17

8 oz.

$2.50

Order supplies from this list or send for the
descriptive piant and supply list for 1981 for
.25$.

Add $2.50 to supply order for shipping.
State Inspected Overseas orders welcome

nnalee

29-50 214th Place

(212) 224-3376

Bayside, NY 11360

ORDER DIRECT FROM THIS AD FOR PROMPT EARLY DELIVERY AND BEST SELECTION
Starter Plants $3.25 Rooted Clumps $4.50 Fresh Cut Leaves $1 .30
MINIMUM ORDER 4 plants or clumps, or 10 leaves. Price inciudes shipping and handling.

Ail orders shipped by air or best and fastest method. 50$ for complete list.

DESERT DAWN (GG) a very speciai cultivar pink with dark pink stripe down center of each petai, dark
plain foliage, makes good show plant. SUPER UNUSUAL — plants only in bioom — $20 each
SHOW PLANTS TRAILERS MINI’S & SEMIMINI’S

ISLANDER (SL) pink porceiain blooms in
clusters (15/20) black green shiny foliage
KENFRO (HP) huge tutone lavender dbl white
edge, floriferous show plant
LAS MORAS (HP) deep old rose, different and
unusual dark plain foiiage
SANDCASTLE (SL) brilliant pink semidbl ruf¬
fles on ruffles, green edges, ruffled foliage
show plant

*SANDIA ROSE (SG) dbl ruffled watermelon
pink, plain foliage makes super show plant

‘SUNLIT SUGAR PLUM (ML) startling type of
variegation, deep green with white marbling,
dbl tutone lavender purple blooms, shapes
well

‘WILMA LOU (RN) semidbl white blms with red¬
dish sprinkles

‘denotes variegated foliage

‘FANCY TRAIL (LG) dbl pink blooms, cream
and pink variegation, forms weil

‘PIONEER TRAIL (LG) pansy shaped pink
blooms streaked and marked in blue
ICY TRAIL (LG) white dbl blms in profusion,
small leaf compact trailer
ANGEL FACE (AV) shades of mauve and pur¬
ple with green edge, blooms explode on top
of small plain foliage

‘AUTUMN’S LITTLE PRISS (SG) pink & fuchsia
dbl blms rosette forming semimin foliage,
perfect show plant

‘MELISSA (Lex) dbl clear pink blms perfect
symmetry min show piant
SWEET TREAT (LG) big bouquet of shades of
rose and pink held high over black green
plain foliage red reverse

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N VIOLETS

“Violets

with PIZZAZZ . . .

BAKER’S BEST FOR 1981

ANGEL WINGS — Pure white semidouble star flowers cascade over spring green trailing
foliage

AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ — Large ruffled double star with white background, mottled with
fuchsia and pink, flecked with purple streaks and dots. A four color fantasy. On strong
ruffled dark green foliage.

CORAL FROST — Salmon coral double on dark tailored Tommie Lou foliage. Good bloomer.
CRIMSON & CLOVER — Intense red ruffled double star on crinkly yellow and green glossy
foliage. Deepest red ever on variegated foliage.

FULTON’S FOLLY — Fabulous fantasy star of dark purple streaks on light lavender blos¬
soms on a crown of dark tailored Tommie Lou foliage.

GREENSLEAVES — Lime green semidouble on ruffled light green foliage. Nobody does the
green blossom better.

HOWDY DOODY — A freckled beauty of fuchsia glitter sprinkled over a showy pink face en¬
circled by a white edge. All on standard dark green foliage.

HYDRANGEA — Snow-ball sized ruffled light blue and white mottled triple star on ruffled
light green foliage.

JAMAICA — Curly edged double white blossoms shine up with a broad blue edge over roll¬
ing curled green foliage.

KRINKLES — Ruffled velvet purple double with distinct green edge. Dark green ruffled foliage.
SCOOBIE DOO — Mottled white and fuchsia double on yellow and green semiminiature
foliage. Heavy bloomer.

SHA NA NA — Ruffled white semidouble star; edges flushed with varying shades of blue.
Deeply ruched foliage.

SPRINGTIME — Lilac blue and white star sports a snappy green ruffled edge on curly light
green foliage.

WILL O’ THE WISP — Butterfly-sized pink and white flowers heaped over yellow and spring
green ruffled foliage.

TO ORDER PLANTS

All plants are priced at $3.50 each. Postage, shipping and packing is $4.00 FOR ALL
ORDERS regardless of size. This covers the FIRST CLASS (AIR MAIL) service by which all
orders are sent. No order minimum. Shipping begins MAY 1, 1981 to all parts of the country.

COLOR CATALOG

Please send 50$ in coin for the 1981 COLOR CATALOG to see the entire collection of 1981
varieties. No catalogs will be sent automatically.

WHOLESALE SHIPMENTS.

Shipments of our wholesale selections are available throughout the year. Plants on a
wholesale basis are $1.00 each with a 50 plant minimum. All plants sold wholesale are THE
GROWERS CHOICE. Wholesale orders are shipped AIR FREIGHT ONLY from Boston’s
Logan Airport. Call your nearest airport for approximate C.O.D. Charges.

Please note new address: BAKER’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

87 SACO STREET
NEWTON, MA 02164

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AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES

Choice varieties from the leading hybridizers. No leaf
higher than 50(p, many lower with good discounts on
orders of one dozen or more. Spring list 25^ (no
checks). U.S.A. & mail order only.

MILDRED V. WOODS

6009 Van Buren Place West New York, N J 07093

CHRISTINE’S FLOWERLAND

Authorized Distributor For FREDETTE ORIGINALS
ALSO GRANGER, BAKER, LYON, AND OTHERS
VISITORS WELCOME PHONE (803) 394-2366

CHRISTINE DIGGS

118SO. LEXINGTON AVE. LAKE CITY

P.O. BOX 626 SC 29560

STATE INSPECTED

MSPRING SPECIAL!!

African Violet Leaves from over 1,000 beautiful varieties.
Best of the new and old.

25 Leaves (My Choice) $6.00

Add $1.00 postage and handling

GERRY HALUSEK

1424 Indian Lane Carpentersville, IL 60110

USA Mail Order only No List

Violets By Bess

808 N. Sonoita Ave. T uscon, AZ 8571 1

Fresh cut African violet leaves
Dates Wasps, Reed, Groeneman, Norma Butler,
Arndt, Baker and other leading hybridizers.

1981 list 35$

SKAGITS GALORE!!

28 beautiful SKAGITS for Spring . . . and now 6 more
for Late Summer, 1981. Complete descriptions now
ready, write for list (25$ please) which includes Wayne
Lindstrom originations, plus many others.

ADVENTURES WITH AFRICAN VIOLETS
P.O. Box 869, Vulcan, Alberta Canada TOL 2B0

Memorial Park Area Tue. Thur. Sat.

Visitors welcomed but call first 861-3328
ADA’S VIOLETS 22 TERRACE DR. HOUSTON, TX 77007

24 Ig. leaves mailed . $12.00 Clumps each mailed . $2.50

12 med. to sm leaves mailed . .4.20

Send for list, (send SASE) ADD $1.50 for handling.
Order no less than . 15.00

EVA’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

starter and Blooming Plants
Visitors Welcome - Best to call first

Eva Wilburn Hwy. 111

(501) 847-0497 Alexander, Ark. 72002

PAT’S AFRICAN VIOLETS New Variegates for 1981

DALLAS CHEERLEADERS — Many lovely peachy pink double
blooms high above pretty green and white variegated foliage.
LUV YA BLUE — Lovely dark blue double blooms on pink,
green and white variegated foliage.

Pat Tuminello ■— Rte. #7 Box 45 — Reins Rd
Beaumont, TX 77706 ~ 713 753-2228
Please call for directions.

“VALENCIA” and “DESERT DAWN” These exciting new cultivars are now ready for sale.
Both are sucker propogated only and are offered on a retail basis. For greenhouse pickup,
we offer a large 5” pot specimen, and for shipping, a large SVz” pot specimen. The cost per
each is $50.00. Plants that are shipped are prepaid to your door via UPS Blue Label. We con¬
sider the show potential of both varieties to be unsurpassed by anything on the market.
“VALENCIA” being a blue single with a broad white stripe centered in each petal and
“DESERT DAWN” being a light pink single with a deep rose pink stripe centered in each
petal. We guarantee the trueness of these plants. For further information, please send a self
addressed stamped envelope. All orders filled in rotation. Cash with order please.

“NEW FOR SPRING 1981”

The following varieties are available on a wholesale basis to our commercial accounts.

FROSTFIRE ROSE REVERIE CANDYLAND

FANTASY HYBRIDS ROSE SONNET PINK BANDMASTER

CAPISTRANO VENUS CAMELOT

We offer quality and service second to none. Write for our complete price list by furnishing a
stamped self addressed envelope. We ship wholesale only, and do not have a retail listing.

1060 Wilbur Rd.

Hugh Eyerdom & Son
Medina, OH 44256

Ph. 216-239-2349

Greenhouses are located 1 mi. east of Schools at Granger off Rt. 94. Open weekdays 8:00 - 5:00 except Sundays and Holidays

All Retail sales are made at Greenhouses only.

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SUNCOASTER (New)

CARRIBEAN TREASURE (New)

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CAPE HATTERAS (New)

TRADEWINDS (New)

PEPPERMINT FOG

ISLANDER (New)

LARGO

MAYAN MAGIC (New)

BOCA GRANDE (New)

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SANIBEL

BUBBLE GUM

GYPSY TRANCE (New)

SEA DAWN (New)

SPANISH GALLEON (New)

BAHAMA MAMA

COCO PLUM

OCEAN MIST (New)

SEA WYFE (New)

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CREOLE QUEEN (New)

HIGH ADVENTURE

PIRATES RANSOM (New)

COCONUT FROST (New)

PENNY BRENNER (New)

MARIPOSA

DISTANT THUNDER

REIGNING VIOLETS’ OWN INTRODUCTIONS FOR 1981

POCONO FIRE BALL — It’s red hot!! Deep red doubles on dark, smooth foliage. Foliage lays flat and grows very symmetrically

MOUNTAIN MAN — Large deep blue semidoubles on tailored Tommie Lou foliage. Grows large.

LADY VIVIAN — Bright pink semidouble and doubles with slightly ruffled edge. Dark, wavy foliage is variegated with light green, i

:ream and tan. Grows large.

GRANGER GARDENS

PEPPERMINT LACE (New)

ROSE SONNET (New)

LAVENDER BANDMASTER (New)

ETUDE (New)

ARTIC BLIZZARD (New)

COTILLION (New)

CARNIVAL (New)

WHITE BOUNTY (New)

STARTLER

WHITE CRUSADER (New)

NORMANDY (New)

CAPRI (New)

WINTER FANTASY (New)

PINK ILLUSION (New)

CORAL SUNSET (New)

TRANQUILITY (New)

FROSTFIRE (New)

CAPISTRANO (New)

STAR LACE (New)

CORAL CELEBRITY (New)

SAMMYE BALLARD (New)

ROSE JUBILEE (New)

SUPER PINK (New)

CARMINE (New)

MAHOGANY BELLE (New)

ASPEN PINK (New)

ROSEMARIE (New)

ORCHID FIESTA (New)

BLUE VICEROY (New)

MON AMI (New)

CALAIS (New)

PINK BANDMASTER (New

MARDI GRAS (New)

AMIGO (New)

SPRINGTIME (New)

QUALITY VIOLETS FROM FISHER OF

CANADA

ANDELA HEI-NING (New)

GREEN LADY (New)

RALPH (New)

APRICOT SILK (New)

KATHLEEN ANN (New)

CAROLYN (New)

GRETCHEN (New)

RICHARD (New)

APRIL (New)

MOUNT ABU (New)

DEBRA (New)

HEIDI (New)

SYLVIA (New)

ARLENE ALICE (New)

OLD ROSE (New)

ELLEN MARIE (New)

IDA (New)

TIMOTHY (New)

GREEN BAND (New)

RED BALLET (New)

ELLY-CEE (New)

NORA (New)

WALTER JAMES (New)

JOANNE CORA (New)

TYPHOO (New)

ESTELLE (New)

PAT (New)

ADAM SCOTT (New)

JULIA LYNN (New)

WHITE CLIFFS (New)

*LEONE — It’s so special, we had to take the space to tell you about it — Leone is a deep reddish plum SPLASHED with pink. The foliage is very dark and grows very sym- I

metrically. WE think it's a real winner!

REEDS HOUSE OF VIOLETS - Leaves Only

BIG ARKIE (New)

DIXIE SNOW (New)

LOVEY MINE (New)

SOMETHING PRETTY (New)

PINK LEMONADE

CORAL ROSE (New)

FANCIFRILL (New)

LOWERY (New)

SUPER STARS (New)

JUNE SWIFT

COLONIAL BELLE (New)

FIRST PLACE (New)

MY STARS (New)

SWEET MAGIC (New)

DENVER BELLE

COTTON QUEEN (New)

GLACIER BLUE (New)

OUR HOPE (New)

VERY GRAPE (New)

MRS IKE

DIXIE CHARM (New)

LILAC LADY (New)

PLUM ROYAL (New)

VERY VERY (New)

BIG TEX

SOONER STATE VIOLET NURSERY

PINK FLING (New)

AUTUMN HONEY

SEEKERS HARMONY (New)

CAPTAIN FLASH (New)

DANCIN’ FOOL (New)

ASHLEY’S PROMISE (New)

AUTUMN EMBER (New)

SMOQUE BEAU (New)

SEEKERS PLEASURE (New)

AUTUMN'S STORMY WEATHER (New)

SOUTHERN IVORY (New)

AUTUMN BEAUTY (New)

SANDIA ROSE (New)

KIOWA (New)

SEA HAWK (New)

CHIANTI (New)

KISS ME PINK (New)

AUTUMN’S LITTLE PRISS (New)

CHEROKEE SUNRISE (New)

TRISHA'S PROMISE (New)

CHAMPION

RONN NADEAU

LOREZEN

BERRY SPLASH (New)

AUTUMN FANCY

RED ACE

PINK CRYSTAL (New)

BLUE POODLE (New)

DOTTED SWISS (New)

GOOD LUCK

BLACK ACE

SHOMEE MAGIC

AUNT ANN (New)

LACY TRINKET (New)

SPRING FLING

RED HOT LOU

SOMETHING SPECIAL (New)

SWEET MARY

MIDGET CORSAGE (New)

STARS EDGE

GOLD LACE (New)

WILMA LOU (New)

VERN'S SWINGER

SILVER CRINKLES (New)

QUEENSBROOK

MISTY ROSE (New)

VIGOR LOU (New)

MRS GREG

MIDGET RICRAC (New)

ASTARTE (New)

BIG TIME (New)

AUTUMN LOU

VERN'S GIANT ORCHID

SWIFTS -

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TENNESSEE SERIES BY MRS. FRITZ -

— Leaves Only

UNPREDICTABLE (New)

NOTEWORTHY (New)

T. SWEET DENISE (New)

T. TAMARA (New)

T. BELINDA (New)

BEST YET (New)

PERSONALITY (New)

T. PINK DOGWOOD (New)

T. INDIGO ELF (New)

T. ANABEL (New)

ONE ‘N ONLY (New)

UNIQUE PINK (New)

T. MISS BUFFY (New)

T. TRUDY (New)

T. PINK LADY (New)

FAIRYTALE (New)

WINEKIN (New)

T. PINK RADIANCE (New)

T. BUNNY (New)

T. SWEET JEAN (New)

RAGS TO RICHES (New)

BUSY BLOOMER (New)

T. SPELLBINDER (New)

T. SWEET SUE (New)

T. LOVE BUG (New)

WORK OR ART (New)

MY SUGAR PINK (New)

T. BLUE BEAUTY (New)

T. STAR TREK (New)

T. MINT JULEP (New)

LYNDON LYONS

DARTH VADAR (New)

SPLISH SPLASH (New)

FRINGED CHARM (New)

VIBRANT VAL(New)

TWIK (New)

ECHOES OF PINK (New)

STAR WARS (New)

FROSTED DELIGHT (New)

WISHING (New)

SWEET HONESTY

DISCO DANCIN' (New)

KRISTI MARIE (New)

BY REQUEST (New)

TEMPIE (New)

FLORAL FANTASY

RAVING RED (New)

GO WILD (New)

RED WOW

LILAC GEM

HIDDEN TREASURE

EDGE OF ELOQUENCE (New)

SATIN MAUVE (New)

DYN-O-MITE

DAINTY CHARM (New)

LINDSAY ANN (New)

DISCO DAZZLER (New)

RUNNING WILD (New)

CORAL FLING (New)

LOVES CHARM (New)

RADIANT STAR

MY DESIRE

DELICATE LOVE (New)

SMOKEY LOVE (New)

STAR PERFORMER

SHIMMERING STAR

COLOR WONDER

COUNTRY COUSIN

TUTTIE FRUTTI (New)

SWEET CHARMER

ROYAL EDGE (New)

HUG ME (New)

SATIN SASSY (New)

SHYNESS (New)

BUCKEYE TRAIL (New)

MORNING SONG (New)

VIOLETS c/o COOKIE - Leaves Only

HORTENSE PITTMAN

TIGGY WIGGY (New)

ABSINTHE HOUSE (New)

COOKIE’S DELIGHT (New)

SAN FELIPE (New)

BURGUNDY WOODS (New)

SWAMP FEVER (New)

NEW ORLEANS LADY (New) CAFE AU LAIT (New)

RUBY CLEAR (New)

KARLA LEA (New)

CAJUN DELIGHT (New)

LUCKY DUCKY (New)

CAJUN COUNTRY (New)

LAVENDER ELF (New)

PEACH PIE (New)

LEATRICE (New)

FAIS DO DO (New)

BRIGHT EYES (New)

SOLO (New)

ANAFAIR (New)

JAMBOLAYA (New)

REBEL ROUSER (New)

CARNIVAL BALL (New)

PLAYMATE (New)

CALIFORNIA BELLE

OLD MAN RIVER

JAZZ TIME

CREOLE TOMATO (New)

HIAWATHA (New)

GRANDE WILLIE (New)

Shipping starts April 15, 1981.

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1 Please list some second choices. We will not substitute unless absolutely necessary, but we do reserve the right to substitute. Please DO HOI order varieties not shown on our I

list. We do not stock every violet merely because it’s “New”. We try to grow only the best, what we consider “Reigning Violets.”

PA Residents please add 6% State Sales Tax. All orders are shipped First Class Mail Postpaid. If you desire special delivery, please add $2.50. I

1 All leaves and rooted cuttings are limited to one each per variety.

Complete descriptive list of overZ.CXX) varieties available for shipping is $1.00(Vois. 1 & II) If you have our 1980 List (Vol. 1), just send SOit for Vol. II. Volume II contains orr/y the new I

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AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES

Specializing in Unusual Multicolor
and Fantasy Blossoms,
including these beauties from

ELLA RIESLING

• Bleeding Heart - Semidouble white star with
red-orchid splashes. Flat girl foliage. Standard.

• Ice Palace - Semidouble white with pink
variations. Flat girl foliage. Standard.

• About Face - Double ruffled orchid geneva.
Plain foliage. Standard.

• Winter Skies - Soft double white with
lavender and green shadings. Plain, dark green
foliage. Standard.

ALSO: Li^on, Granger Gardens, Baker,
Leary, Fredette, Dattah, etc.

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We wish you a “Happy Easter” /Ji_

with the following parade of gorgeous outstanding beauties

AMAZING GRACE (Soults) — Fringed shell pink sdbl.
stars and ornamental ruffled med green leaves make
this an outstanding show plant, pix p56 AVM 11/80.
ABLAZE (Baker) — Heavy blooming large best true red
sdbl. star with a thin white edging, red backed dark flat
symmetrical fol. Shocking true red color introduction!
CARNIVAL (Granger) — Heavily fringed white flowers
with fuchsia centers and upper petals laced with
fuchsia veining, very pretty new flower style. Med green
red backed ruffled fol.

CAJUN DELIGHT (Sisk) -- Soft dbl. pink with dark
apricot edge, slightly wavy variegated symmetrical fol.
with rosy pink edge. Very pretty.

COLIBLI (Fredette) — Breathtaking profusion of ruffled
sdbl. blossoms, shading from delicate mauve to
deepest violet and edged in greenish white, sym¬
metrical fol. with red backed and edged with pro¬
nounced cream band which may turn rosy in cool
weather.

EASTER BUNNY (Fredette) — Adorable white single
stars edged in red, plain pointed med green fol. Always
a favorite, pix p25 AVM 3/77.

MAUI MAGIC (Fredette) — Large sdbis of a rich purple
with edges accented in white, tailored dark fol.

MUSIC MAN (Fredette) ~ Very large violet sdbl stars
over green, pink and cream variegated fol. Likes lot of
light, very pretty variegation.

PLUM SURPRISE (Fredette) — Flowers vary but all very
pretty, sdbis of some all white, some striped or edged in
plum and some all plum on one plant, bright green
tailored fol, pix p61 AVM 11/80.

STAR WARS (Lyon) — Eye catching lovely white sdbl
stars, each petal bordered in purple, plain med green
fol, pix p29 AVM 11/80.

STAR OF BETHLEHEM (Dattalo) — Red sdbl flower with
unusual star marking of white in the center, nice med
green quilted fol.

Minimum Order 4 plants. Blooming size starter plants at $3.00 each. Add $2.50 for shipping and
handling charge per order. IOWA customers add 3% tax. We make our best effort to fill in all orders
without substitution by holding back your order if necessary but if you do not wish for a long waiting,
we can issue you a credit instead of holding back, however at least 4 plants have to be shipped. Send
500 for our 1981 list of Fredette Originals, Baker, Granger, Sisk and others. We are MAIL ORDER ONLY
and do not take visitors.

African Violet Magazine, March 1981

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COD VIOLETRY

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(617) 548-2798
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500

iy4” Gr. orWt.

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44.00

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23.10

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19.40

89.25

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12.70

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17.10

31.75

119.70

4” White Plastic Labels

.30

.50

.85

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Plastic Hanging Planters

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5

10

25

50

(with saucers and wire hangers)

5y2” 3-'L” Deep

.80

3.40

6.00

13.65

25.20

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7.50

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31.50

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24.40

46.20

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Plastic Trays

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26.00

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13” Green only

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12.10

23.10

Mini Green only

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9.00

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Violets

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Large Stick Pin

$4.00

Matching Violet
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Rings
Earrings
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$5.00 each

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Excellent for starting leaves and small plants. Use 3
tsp. per gal. water. 4 oz. bottle — $2.75 each; 3 for
$7.50; 6 for $13.50; 12 for $25.00. 1 gal. (for large
growers) $30.00 each.

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4 oz.

12 oz.

12-36-14

African Violet Special

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5-50-17

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1.20

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15-16-17

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minerals for use with
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$2.00 per running yard - whole yard lengths

INTRODUCING A DOZEN NEW BEAUTIES
TO ENHANCE YOUR VIOLET COLLECTION AT $2.29 each . .

ADELINE KROGMAN ... A very flor-

iferous cultivar of excellent show type a
vivid coral pink, wavy-edged large semi¬
double blossom. Deep forest green uniform
pointed leaf, slightly quilted with red
reverse foliage, good symmetry and very
sturdy.

FLAMBOYANT ... A huge rounded petal
star-shaped irridescent blossom of spark¬
ling rosy fuchsia color which emphasizes
the sturdy golden anther center, dark heart-
shaped foliage lightly quilted red back.
FLESH PINK . . . Very large single
peachy satin color blossom, deeper
radiating pink streaks at center, glossy
dark green tapered foliage, red underneath.
MARY ALICE ... A floriferous beauty of
sparkling peach pink, slightly ruffled
semidouble flower petals. Very large
blossom, deeper tinted in center. Excellent
show type of compact habit, sturdy flower
stalks producing blossoms In clusters.
Medium green heart-shape foliage with red
reverse.

PERSIAN VELVET . . . Rich ruby red full
double blooms on dark green foliage.
Heavy blooming habit.

PINK FLOCK ... A vibrant single to
semidouble peony pink wavy edged
blossom slightly tapered dark green glossy
leaf, red underneath.

PINK ILLUSION . . . Gigantic semidouble
blossom as large as 3”, light pink color
with magnificent airy texture. Light green
tapered foliage.

PINK JENNIFER ... The beautiful pink
tones of this favorite cultivar are outstand¬
ing. A large star shape pink blossom edged
in deeper pink. Sturdy tapered medium
green leaf with plain or ruffled edge. Good
symmetrical pattern form.

PINK SHINE ... A large dazzling single
hot pink wavy edged blossom many blooms
per flower stalk. Sturdy dark green leaf with
excellent show form.

PINK THRILL . . . Semidouble to full
large wavy edged flesh pink blossom,
deeper rosy edge in top tuft and lower
blossom edges, medium green heart shape
leaf, blossoms in clusters, red reverse on
leaf.

WHITE DISCO ... An interesting sport of
Disco Babe that propagates true, very
floriferous pure white double blossom,
sturdy foliage medium glossy green slight¬
ly tapered satin white to red underneath.
WINO . . . Very floriferous fully double
deep fuchsia blossom edged in white,
glossy mahogany green foliage, tapered
leaf red back.

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“OUR AFRICAN VIOLET HERITAGE” by Anne Tinari ... A book you will want for you violet
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MAGAZINE

c^lrican^^lolei —

Vol. 34 Number 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

June, 1981

Every attempt is made to keep articles technically correct. Since the growing of fine African violets can be achieved in many
ways, the method and opinions expressed by writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of AVSA.

"Summer Butterfly" is most appropriate for the June AVM Cover Page. "Summer Butterfly"^ hybridized by
Sandra Leary of St. Petersburg, FL, was grown by Jon and Lee Alexander of New Orleans, LA.

COLUMNISTS

3. Letter from the AVSA President, Harvey Stone
10. AVSA Affiliates, Mrs. Wayne (Mildred) Schroeder
18. Musings from the “Mini-Mam", Mrs. Sidney

(Ellie) Bogin

20. Your Library, Marion and Jack Doherty
26. Seasonable Suggestions, Anne Tinari
30. Question Box, Mrs. C. S. Hawley

46. A Foote on the Violet Path, Grace Foote
51. Registration Report, Adele Tretter, Registrar
54. Honor Roll of African Violets, Mrs. Leon
( Irene )Fiedler

59. Boyce Edens Research Fund, Mrs. J. D.

(Dorothy) Spence

59. AVSA Booster Fund, Mrs. Arthur F. (Mary A.) Boland
CONVENTION

9. AVSA Sweepstakes Winners Listed
40. Honorary Life Membership Awarded Adeline Krogman
40. Bronze Medal Award
40. Distinguished Service Award
40. Continuing Service Award

42. Honorary One- Year Membership

43. Blue and Green Rosette Awards

45. Awards Now Accepted for the 1982 Syracuse
Convention Show

46. What Happens to Research Recipients?

48. Publications Awards

64. Why I Love New York

SOCIETY BUSINESS

INSIDE FRONT COVER - Strictly Business -
Your Business

1. Application for Membership

4. Important Notice — Lifetime Judges

36. AVSA Officers, Directors and Committees

38. Past Presidents

39. Honorary Life Members
39. Bronze Medal Winners

PERTAINING TO VIOLETS
4, Grangers 'White Crusader' on March Cover
4. Drying African Violet Blossoms, Jackie Muster

4. Growing Show Plants, Pauline Bartholomew
9. A Club Grows in Lima, Peru, Mrs. Alan (Daphne)
Duncan, President

11. African Violets Flower and Leaf Types, Retta Hamilton

14. Gesneriads On the Windowsill, Becky Swaney

15. Back to the Basics, Mrs. Charles S. Hawley
17. Looking To The Future, Ruth G. Carey

19. Just a Hint

19. Use Step Ladder For Educational Exhibit, James
Bayes Baejes

21. South of the Border, Down Monterey Way, Ray and
Hortense Pittman

23. The Herbicide 2, 4-D and Its Potential Use In the
Genetic Manipulation of the African Violets, Peter
C. Bilkey

24. President Greets New Life Members

27. A Tobacco Spray For Mildew, Dr. Alvin W. Shultz
31. By A Novice Deep In The Fever, Lee Harlin Bahan
33. The Environs and Origins of The African Violet, Bessie
M. Ciarcia

39. Problems of Overwatering

40. New Ones — For Old, Johanna Smith

41. New Way to Display Show Plants

47. What For and How to Use Insecticides, Mrs.

Madeline Gonzales

48. The Violet, Fred Bearman

49. 1980 Was Another Year To Remember, Rita M. Powers

50. African Violets in West Texas, Sharon Hindman

53. Coming Events

54. Underwater Arrangements, Mary V. Boose
56. Affiliate 'appenings, Lyndall Owens

58. Ode to African Voilets, Mrs. L. B. DeHart
58. Soil Mixture

60. Light-Garden Pays Its Own Way, Bev Martin

61. Plastic Lace Collars, Mrs. Barbara J. Wijeyesinghe

62. Insects, Diseases That Attack African Violets,

Carol Kostulias

66. Keep Your Own Log, Mrs. Leniece V. Watson
66. Light, Light Meters, and Plant Growth

MISCELLANEOUS

4. In Memoriam
39. Correction!

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

African Violet Society of America, Inc.

P. O. Box 1326 Date _

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March 1 to February 28 includes five issues of the AFRICAN VIOLET MAGAZINE beginning with the June issue, followed by September, November,
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From November 16 through February 28, new members may pay half the annual dues, will receive membership card expiring February 28 and the
January and March issues of the AFRICAN VIOLET MAGAZINE $3.00.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

1

The Official Publication of the
African Violet Society of
America, Inc.

OFFICERS

HARVEY L. STONE . President

51 Peach Highlands, Marblehead, MA 01945
MRS. J. A. W. RICHARDSON . . . 1st Vice President
2315 Lakeshore Drive, Tavares, FL 32778

MRS. FRANK TINARI . 2nd Vice President

2325 Valley Rd., Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

JAMES LOYA . 3rd Vice President

2400 N. Dustin, Apt. 212, Box 156, Farmington,
NM 87401

MRS. ROSS V. LAHR . Secretary

3559 E. Easter Ave., Littleton, CO 80122

MISS FLORENCE M. GARRITY . Treasurer

36 Cerdan Avenue, Roslindale, MA 02131

STAFF

MRS. GRACE FOOTE, Editor
211 Allien Place, Port Arthur, TX 77640
MRS. LYNDALL OWENS, Assistant to Editor
377 Guilford Park, Conroe, TX 77302
MRS. CLARK CARPENTER, Adv. Mgr.

3855 Third St., Port Arthur, TX 77640
MRS. CLARICE BELL, Office Manager
P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901
MRS. “E" HANSEN, Publications Chairman
708 Wyndale Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046
COLUMNISTS:

Mrs. Thomas McKneely, Mrs. Sidney Bogin,
Mrs. Fred C. Young, Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson,
Paul Arnold, Mrs. Mildred Schroeder, Mrs.
A. F. Boland, Mrs. Nancy Hayes, Mrs. William
(Janet) Nichols, Jack and Marion Doherty, Anne
Tinari and Mrs. J. D. Spence.

BEST VARIETIES, HONOR ROLL COMPILER
Mrs. Leon Fiedler, Route 1, Prescott, WI 54021
PUBLISHER: Gus Becker

Becker Printing Co., 1080 Forsythe, Beaumont,
TX 77701

ADVERTISER'S INDEX

Trouble with an advertiser? Write your
AV Advertising Manager giving complete
details. While AVSA cannot assume respon¬
sibility for advertisers, we try to help
resolve the problem. If an advertiser is
found irresponsible, he will be refused
future ads.

A

77. African Violet Quilt
96. American Gloxinia & Gesneriad Society

90. Ardnt's House Plants
81. African Violet Notes, Gus Becker
B

92. Bell's Carolina Violets

83. Berkshire Violets

79. Betty's African Violets
96. Betty's African Violet Shop

84. Bloom Room, The

89. Bohn, Jeanne P. — African
Violet Leaves

87. Bright Blossoms

89. Bri-Lea Greenhouses

93. Buck, Elizabeth — African
Violet Leaves
87. Bugtussle Violets

87. Butler's Nursery

C

80. California Violets

90. Candy's Plants

88. Cape Cod Violetry
79. Carol's Violets

76. Cedar Hill Greenhouse
79. Cheryl's Violet Patch
96. Christine's Flowerland

84. Clearview Cove Violets
90. Cloud Nine Gardens

83. Connie's Violet Haven

93. Crestwood Violetry

D

74. Dean Enterprises

94. DoDe's Gardens, Inc.

E

79. Enjoy a HoraCart

80. Enjoy a Watering Wand

85. Environmental Concepts
87. Environmental Concepts

78. Eva's Violet World

90. Eva's Violet World

89. Eve's Leaves

F

INSIDE BACK COVER -
Fischer Greenhouses

85. Horalite Company

G

93. Gayle's African Violets

78. Ginny's Special Happenings

77. Good's Hybrids

92. Greater Oklahoma City Area

79. Greenbrier Violet Nursery

H

96. Hale's House of Violets

93. Halusek, Gerry — African
Violet Leaves

95. Haven, Sally — Sally Haven Violets

90. Heavenly Violets

78. Hickerson Howers, Inc.

93. Home of African Violets
95. Hortense's African Violets

92. House of Violets

77. Humphrey's African Violets

95. Indoor Gardening Supplies

J

93. Janosick Greenhouses

76. JF Industries

80. "Just" Variegated Violets

K

74. Karter's African Violets
93. Kathy's Violet House
71. Kent's Flowers

L

85. Lakeside Violets

81. Leix's Village Violetry
92. Liberty Greenhouses

86. Little Plant Haven

66. Lloyd's African Violets

96. Lyndon Lyon Greenhouses, Inc.

92. Lynde Violets

Me

89. McDonald's, Pat Violetry

89. McKinney's Glasshouse

89. McLester's African Violets

M

70. Madame Butterfly

74. Mary's African Violets

84. Mary's House of Violets

84. Marvelous Minis

78. Meek's African Violets

77. Merrie's

85. Messin' Round Violetry

74. Midersky, R. J. — African Violets

79. Miniature Leaves

N

84. Napa Valley Violets

O

67. Orchid Gardens

P

83. Pat's African Violets

86. Pat's African Violets

77. Pat Robinson's Plants
83. Patty's Plant Place

78. Petal Pushvrs

83. Petite Dream Shoppe
76. Petrovffsky Greenhouses

71. Plasis-cyc

76. Plant Gallery, The
74. Prolific Plants

R

70. Ray's African Violets

91. Reigning Violets

83. Rosemeyer's African Violets

S

71. Scagliola's Greenhouse Violets

90. Schultz Instant

70. Sims' Enterprises

74. Sky Lake African Violets
93. Spot That Mite
90. Spoonit

73. St. Louis Violet Nursery

87. Susan's Sweetheart Violets

T

80. The African Violetry

79. The Green Acre

86. The Green House
86. The Violet Showcase

74. Thelma's African Violets

81. Tomara African Violets
OUTSIDE BACK COVER -

Tinari Greenhouses

U

89. Ultra Violets

V

71. Valley Violets

85. Violet Gardens

82. Violet House, The
93. Violet Nook

77. Violet Park

67. Violets c/o Cookie
67. Violets Atlanta

90. Violets at the Ernst's

83. Violets By Bess

92. Violets by Betty Terry
83. Violets By Beverly

80. Violets Galore of Georgia
71. Violets Galore at the Gorals
89. Viola's Violets

74. Victorian Violets

89. Volkart, Mrs. Leonard — African
Violets or Episcias

W

75. Wrangler

The African Violet Magazine (ISSN 0090200) is published five (5) times a year: January, March, June, September, November. Second class postage is paid
by the African Violet Society of America, Inc. at 706 Hamilton National Bank Building, Knoxville, TN 37901 and at additional mailing offices. Subscrip¬
tion $6 per year which is'included in membership dues starting with the June issue each year. Copyright 1980 African Violet Society of America, Inc.
POSTMASTER: Please send change of address form .3579 to African Violet Society of America, Inc. P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

2

Letter from the
AVSA President

Harvey L. Stone

I hope those who were able to attend the 35th Annual Convention in San Fran¬
cisco enjoyed every minute of their stay! Special thanks to Celine Ch^e, Conven¬
tion Chairman, and Frances Swope, Show Chairman, and their Vice Chairmen,
Frances McMahon and Barbara Elkin. What a wonderful Convention! How did you
like those tours? The Bay Area certainly has much to offer! Our thanks also to each
and every committee chairman, their committee members and each of the many
workers who made this convention such a success. We would like to name each per¬
son, but space does not permit. Our thanks are no less sincere. Thanks, too, to the
Sheraton Palace and all their personnel who were so helpful.

If you start saving now, you will be able to join us for our 36th Annual Conven¬
tion in Syracuse, NY, April 20-24, 1982 at the Syracuse Hotel.

Watch for the new library slide programs that will be ready in a couple of months
or so. The top prize winning plants and designs will be featured for your view¬
ing pleasure.

I regret to advise it has come to my attention that someone feels it is okay to write
an unpleasant letter threatening to also write AVSA without signing the letter. It is
the policy among nearly all publications to ignore such letters. It is our AVSAs
policy to do so, too!

The number of Life Members is ever increasing. See the list of recent ones
elsewhere in this issue.

I regret that I have been remiss in answering some correspondence and hope that I
will have caught up by the time you read this!

A REMINDER: To anyone who sends a check to AVSA for any purpose whatever,
be it advertising, membership renewal, etc., please make the check amount in
U.S. dollars and on a U.S. based bank only. Our Treasurer tells me our banks either
will not accept other checks, or the charges to us make it impracticable for us to
cash them.

There are some changes in Committee Chairmen which you will want to know
about. Adele Tretter, our Registration Chairman and compiler of the Master Variety
List, for nearly eighteen years has resigned effective at the time of our convention.
Replacing her is Mrs. William (lanet) Nichols, of Ballwin, MO. Our First Vice-
president and program chairman, Ann Richardson, is being relieved of the Program
Chairman part of her duties by Mrs. lames B. (Dorothy) Whitaker of Merritt Island,
FL. Please join with me in welcoming these two hard working members aboard the
good ship AVSA!

you all have a good summer and enjoy the most popular house plant, the
African Violet.

Sincerely,

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

3

Granger's 'White Crusader'
On March Cover

We apologize to Granger Gardens for the
error we made on the March African Violet
Magazine cover. The beautiful white violet
pictured is Granger s 'White Crusader'. Instead
we listed it as Swifts 'Unpredictable'. We are
sorry and we apologize.

In Memoriam

Elizabeth (Betty) Weekes of Glendora, CA, passed
away November 12, 1980, following a long illness.

She was nationally known as A VS A Chairman of
Mini and Semimini Classification for three years.
This led to the first columns, "Musings from the
'Mini Mam'."

Later, in September 1971, she became A VS A
Affiliate Chairman, which concluded in January
1974. She was a life member of AVSA, a judge and
a teacher.

Her first interest in African violets began in the
Milwaukee, WI, area. Coming to CA, she joined the
Pomona Valley African Violet Society, where she
was an honorary member, served as president, show
chairman, presented programs, and was always
willing to share her knowledge of violet culture. She
also helped organize the African Violet Council of
Southern CA.

Betty's enthusiasm, her warm smile, and love of
violet people will be missed by all who knew her.

Our sympathy goes to her husband, Roy, and her
two children.

This was prepared by Betty's long time violet
friend and charter member of Pomona Valley AVS,
Lois Mueller.

- # -

Important Notice — Lifetime Judges

The deadline for submitting answers to lifetime
judge's questions is October 1, 1981. No exams will
be accepted after this date. Send your requests to
Mrs. James B. Carey, 3900 Garden Drive, Knoxville,
TN 37918, so the correct number of questions can be
printed and be ready for mailing in July. Enclose a
check for $2.00 payable to AVSA and a LONG,
STAMPED, SELF-ADDRESSED ENVELOPE.

JUDGES DESIRING TO MAKE AN APPLICA¬
TION MUST SEND REQUIRED EVIDENCE OF
ELIGIBILITY. REFER TO RULE FOR LIFETIME
JUDGES IN 1978 AFRICAN VIOLET HANDBOOK.
ALL JUDGES' APPLICATIONS WILL BE
RETURNED IF JUDGES' CARDS EXPIRE BEFORE
THE DATE OF OCTOBER 1.

Drying African Violet
Blossoms

Jackie Muster
10061 Portage St., N.W.

Canal Fulton, OH 44614

In an issue of our magazine, Fran Lane had an arti¬
cle about her experience with drying African violet
blossoms. I was tempted to see what I could do. I
tried hanging the blossoms up to dry, but the color
faded and the blossoms were crumpled. I tried the
microwave oven, as Fran did, but they were mush. I
bought a flower preserver, looks like sawdust, and
this worked fairly well, although it dries other
flowers better than the delicate violet blossoms.

I went to the library and found a book on flower
drying and although the African violet was not men¬
tioned the author stated that plain beach sand was
the best drying medium. This is the way to do it:
First, sift the sand, also wash it. I didn't and the
blossoms were dusty. Pick fresh, newly opened
blossoms and as Fran said, the pinks and blues retain
their color the best. Place about 1" of sand in a cake
pan or box. Take a flower stalk and lay it flat on the
sand. Spread out the blossoms so they don't touch if
possible. Next and this is important! Fill in below and
around the blossoms to give support. If you don't
support the underside of the blossoms, the heavy
sand you put on top of them will cause them to have
creases and crumple.

After you have filled below and around the edges
of the petals with sand, take a handful of sand and
gently let it sift through your fingers over each
blossom. Sift until each blossom is completely
covered. Then add an extra handful of sand to be
sure each blossom is completely covered; it should
take 5 to 7 days for the singles and 10 to 12 days for
the doubles. Keep the container uncovered and in a
dry place. Check blossoms by shifting the sand to
one side so a petal shows. Don't remove the petal
unless it looks and feels dry. The stem may be soft
but they are removed when you wire them.

Wiring the blossoms can be tricky but if you have
patience it can be done easily. Take a thin piece of
floral wire and make a small hook on one end. Push
the other end through the center of the blossom from
the front and pull until the hook goes through. Then
taking tweezers pinch the hook just on the underside
of the blossom. Then wrap the wire with floral tape.

There, now that I have given you a step by step
way to dry and wire our precious blossoms, go ahead
and try it for the next show.

OHIO STATE AFRICAN VIOLET SOCIETY

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

4

Convention Workshop

Growing Show Plants

Pauline Bartholomew
60 W. Fiesta Green
Port Hueneme, CA 93041

When I was asked to do a workshop for the AVSA
Convention in San Francisco I accepted the title,
"Growing Show Plants California Style", without
giving it much thought. As I started to prepare the
program it dawned on me that I would have a lot of
nerve speaking for all the growers in California. Also
I use peat moss from Canada; fertilizers from New
York, Ohio, Pennsylvania; pots from Wisconsin;
and a potting technique from Texas. So much for the
"California"; the revised title is, "How I Grow
Show Plants."

When I read articles or hear lectures on how to
grow show plants I think to myself, "I would sure
like to see your plants before I take your advice!" I
can't show you my plants so I will establish my
credibility by reciting my records of awards. I have
been growing African violets for over 10 years but it
took me a long time to achieve even modest success
in growing show-quality plants. It wasn't until I
began to perfect my grooming skills and happened to
run across "Texas Style" potting that I began to take
the top awards in judged shows.

In a five-year period I entered eight judged shows
and each time won Best in Show and the National
award of the AVSA gold rosette plus many addi¬
tional awards. Last November at the Southern
California Council show I was finally defeated for
Best in Show for the first time in those five years by
one of my best friends; but her joy in winning took
the sting out of losing! She did let me win the AVSA
gold rosette though, so I still have one leg left to
stand on. I'm sure many records better than this exist
in the AV world and probably by using much dif¬
ferent techniques than mine, but at least you will be
getting another viewpoint.

CONDITIONS

First the proper conditions need to be created in
which to grow show plants. African violets are
happy in the same atmosphere that we are comfor¬
table in. Not too hot, not too cold, fresh air but no
drafts, enough humidity to keep us comfortable, and
enough sunlight to keep us cheerful. However,
creating the maximum beneficial conditions for
show-quality plants requires a little extra effort.
RUORESCENT LIGHTING

Only artificial light can provide the precise timing
required for floriferousness for a judged show. The
first thing to consider is the proper amount of light.
Since fluorescent light can't be measured with

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

photometers designed for photographic equipment,
growers think in the terms of watts per square foot.
For African violets most experts recommend 10 to 15
watts of fluorescent light per square foot.

I use two 40-watt Gro-lux regular (F-40) tubes
above a shelf area 20 by 48 inches. This provides a
little over 11 watts per square foot. It is important to
use light fixtures with reflectors to get the maximum
benefit from the lights. The tubes are about 10 to 12
inches above the tops of the plants and I keep the
lights on 12 hours a day. About 10 weeks before a
judged show I increase the light hours one hour per
week until they are on 15 hours a day. After the
show is over I decrease the light hours at the same
rate until they are again at 12 hours.

Dust and grime cut down light output so keep the
tubes and reflectors wiped clean. Replace the tubes
every 24 months or when dark rings appear at the
end of the tubes, which ever comes first. Arrange it
so only one tube is replaced each year in a double
tube fixture and make the change 2y2 months before
a show. If you change both tubes every two years
then you will not have maximum bloom in the off-
year. If you decide to replace both tubes each year,
then change only one tube at a time, waiting a few
weeks to replace the other tube to avoid burning the
foliage with the sudden burst of energy from the
new tubes.

SPACING PLANTS

In order for the leaves to lie flat and for foliage to
form symmetrically, the plants must be spaced so the
leaves of one plant never touch the leaves of another.
Also air circulation will be better if plants are not
crowded together.

Since we all need to be award of energy conserva¬
tion and energy sources are becoming very expen¬
sive, we should get the maximum use out of the light
energy it takes to grow plants. Many plants can be
grown under one light fixture by elevating the plants ,
at varying levels using different heights of inverted
pots or other containers.

TEMPERATURE — HUMIDITY

Keep the violet room temperature between 60 and
80 degrees and the humidity between 50 and 70 per¬
cent. To achieve this it may take apparatus such as
humidifiers or dehumidifiers, coolers, vaporizers,
etc. but then it's never been claimed that growing
show plants was an inexpensive hobby!

WATER

Use a good quality of water preferably bottled
purified water. Rainwater is no longer preferred
because of acidity and pollutants from the atmo¬
sphere in all parts of the country. I have a reverse
osmosis purifying unit installed in my kitchen sink
and can draw up to five gallons of water a day. This
is ample for the African violets and the potted patio
plants plus cooking and drinking.

FERTILIZERS

Use a dilute fertilizer solution each time you water.

1 alternate brands of fertilizers using a balanced for¬
mula such as 20-20-20 or 18-18-18 throughout most
of the year and switching to a high phosphorus fer¬
tilizer iVi months before a show to increase
floriferousness. The exception is variegated varieties
which get a 12-36-14 fertilizer the year around. With
dry crystal fertilizers, if the total percentage of
nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium adds up to
about 60 percent, use V4 teaspoon of fertilizer to one
gallon of water. If the total percentage is less than 60
percent, then adjustment will need to be made
accordingly. I use a 5-50-17 (variegated special)
fertilizer as a bloom booster or foliar feed with a
recommended inorganic fertilizer twice before show;
once 10 weeks prior and once 8 weeks prior. Never
foliar feed variegated foliage plants. I learned this the
hard way; within weeks all my beautiful variegates
turned green.

POTTING MIX

2 quarts peat moss (Canadian milled sphagnum)

2 quarts #2 grade perlite

1 quart coarse grade vermiculite
1 tbsp. superphosphate
dolomite lime

Since peat moss is quite acid, enough dolomite
lime is added to raise the pH of the mix to 6.5 or 6.7.
It is difficult to tell exactly how much dolomite lime
to add to the mix since batches of peat moss will vary
in acidity and the grind (fine or coarse) of the
dolomite lime will be a factor, so it is important that
an accurate pH test be made. The only ingredient to
consider pasteurizing is the peat moss. Some growers
feel peat moss is free from contaminants but I
pasteurize it to be safe. It is also possible to buy
peat from a nursery that does its own steam or
chemical pasteurizing.

PESTICIDES

I don't believe in the use of pesticides by the
hobbyist grower as a preventative measure. This
includes systemic granules, pesticide sprays, and
fungicidal drenches. Most of us are not
knowledgeable enough about the dangers of these
chemicals and some are very toxic, readily absorbed

through the skin, and may be dangerous to our
health. Entomologists warn us that pests can build up
a tolerance to pesticides or can develop mutant
strains that are resistant to existing pesticides.

When you do get a pest or disease in your collec¬
tion (and haven't we all?) then use the proper
chemical, carefully following directions and taking
all precautions such as wearing a mask and rubber
gloves. Don't bring any new plant into your collec¬
tion without a 45-day quarantine at a safe distance!
One little bug at the wrong time and you are out of
show business until next year.

^TEXAS STYLE" POTTING

"Texas Style" was developed by Jodi Davis of
Austin, TX and I think it was very considerate of Jodi
to be living in Texas when she came up with this idea.
Through years of brainwashing by the Texans, we
associate anything from Texas as being bigger and
better and this applies to everything from cows to
men and now we add African violets! It certainly
wouldn't have had the same impact if it were called
"Nebraska Style" (forgive me Nebraskans!). Jodi uses
a coarse granite gravel (turkey grits) as the base for
"Texas Style" potting but I use a coarse sponge rock
(#3 grade) because of weight and availability of
material. Check Jodi's article in the June 1978
AV Magazine.

Since man first took plants out of the ground and
started growing them in containers, the search for
better potting methods, better potting mixes, and

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better watering procedures, has never ceased. The
"T.S." potting method is so simple that the question
is often asked, "Why wasn't it discovered before?"
Well countless horticulturists have been within a
hairsbreadth of it through one technique or another
but, as far as the hobbyist grower is concerned, the
common failing of all of these techniques has been
the cultural sophistication required, either by the
grower or by the costly or complicated paraphernalia
required. The simplicity of "T.S." is what has made it
so popular with plant growers. It is easy to teach,
almost any pot can be used, the materials are
available at most nurseries and, of course, the results
are amazing.

WHY "TEXAS STYLE" WORKS

The roots grow down into the sponge rock layer in
the bottom of the pot and it is in this area where the
magic of "T.S." potting takes place. There are two
reasons this area provides extra growth advantages
over conventional potting methods.

1. THE SPONGE ROCK LAYER HAS AIR
SPACES THAT ALLOW THE mEE EXCHANGE
OF GASES AT THE ROOT TIPS. Just like humans,
plants have to breathe to live. We take in oxygen and
give off carbon dioxide. Plants are just the opposite;
they give off oxygen and take in carbon dioxide. This
is referred to as the "gas exchange" and, whether in
plants or in human beings, this gas exchange can only
take place in air. Air spaces are present in a good,
porous potting mix but to a lesser, more restricted
degree, so by providing the root area with more
assured air spaces, plant growth is given a big boost.

Respiration in plants takes place in two locations;
the leaves and the root tips. It is essential to the
health of the plant that air is available to both of
these areas. The leaves should be kept free of dust
and grime and the plant room air should not be
allowed to become stale and stagnant.

2. THE ROOTS HAVE FREE ACCESS TO
MOISTURE AND NUTRIENTS. Getting the proper
amount of watet and nourishment is a very traumatic
experience for the roots of container grown plants;
they have a hard time getting their fair share of food
and water. With the conventional method of potting,
where the pot contains nothing but the potting mix,
the roots are in competition with the soil for water,
which to some degree is locked up physically such as
absorption by the peat moss, and for nutrients,
which to some degree are locked up chemically by
the pH of the soil mix.

HOW "TEXAS STYLE" WORKS

"T.S." potting requires watering from the bottom
with a dilute fertilizer solution. This nutrient solution
is drawn up to the root system by capillary action.

CAPILLARY; Having a very small internal
diameter, as a tube. CAPILLARY ATTRACTION:

The force that causes a liquid to be raised against a
verticle surface such as water in a small glass tube.
SURFACE TENSION: The molecules in water create
tension, such as water beading on a smooth surface.
It is this tension that starts capillary action. Particles
such as sponge rock as the base of planting "T.S.", or
particles such as peat moss, perlite, charcoal, etc. in
the potting mix, form a myriad of little "tubes"
or capillaries.

WATERING "TEXAS STYLE"

You can water on a schedule with "T.S." Approx-
imately Va inch of water is added to the saucer at
regular intervals. This interval is determined by the
plant that needs water first, since newly potted plants
will use water at a slower rate than a plant whose
roots are well established. The rest of the plants are
watered at the same time whether they need it or not
because with "T.S." it is safe to add water when the
soil is still quite moist.

When water is poured into the saucer it will be
drawn up by the sponge rock until the saturation
point is reached and then capillary action will start. If
you are using a small, shallow saucer, fill it, wait a
few seconds until some of the water is drawn up,
then fill it again. If you are using large saucers or
common trays then be sure the water level only
comes up to the top one inch of the sponge rock.
After the solution is all used up, wait 2 or 3 days,
depending on conditions, then water again. The top
of the soil should feel moist at all times.

THE BALANCE OF "TEXAS STYLE" POTTING

As you start trying this method of potting, keep in
mind the "balance"; the sponge rock layer needs to
be deep enough so the top one inch of the sponge
rock is above the water level and the potting mix
layer needs to be deep enough to allow potting down
a long neck and still leave enough roots so the plant
doesn't go into shock. I have potted large show
plants down with only a one inch thick "saucer" of
roots left and have never had a plant go into shock or
even a slight setback. It is possible to grow "T.S." in
squatty pots with only a one inch layer of sponge
rock but Fve had more success using a slightly taller
pot with iVz inches of sponge rock and 2y2 inches of
potting mix.

POTTING DOWN A LONG NECK

Since the soil layer for "T.S." is shallow, pot the
plant down before the neck gets too long; usually no
more than a Vi inch. Using a sharp knife, slice away
the sponge rock mass then slice off the bottom of the
soil Football equal to the length of the neck. Scrape
the brown scar tissue from the neck, put new sponge
rock in the bottom of the pot, and place the plant
back in the same pot. Fill in around the neck with

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fresh potting mix. Most of my show plants are in 5
inch pots but I allow 5 or 6 of them to reach 18 to 24
inches by potting them in 7 inch bowls.

POTTING UP

Another advantage of "T.S.” is that plantlets in 2
inch pots may be potted up into 5 or even 6 inch pots
without danger of root rot. The roots catch a hold
immediately and the plant grows at a phenomenal
rate. Use the "mold" method when potting up from a
2 or 4 inch pot into a 5 or 6 inch pot. Place an empty
pot on top of the sponge rock in the new pot and
tamp the mix down firmly around the inner pot so
the density of the mix equals the density of the root-
ball of the plant. Remove the empty pot and place
the rootball in the hole and press it down firmly so
the roots come into good contact with the new soil.
When potting up a plant that is growing "T.S."
always remove the old sponge rock layer.

DISBUDDING

To develop more perfect foliage I partially dis¬
bud throughout the year. Use a pointed instrument
and completely stub out every other forming bud
allowing only two or three bloom stems on the plant
at one time. This gives some color throughout the
year but most of the energy of the plant will be
directed toward the growth of foliage and the center
crown leaves won't become distorted or stunted by
heavy bloom.

About 10 weeks before show completely disbud
using a sharp instrument and leaving a scant 1/8 inch
stub so newly forming buds in the same juncture
won't be damaged. Disbud again about 8 weeks
before show. Each grower has to determine their own
schedule for disbudding because timing for full
bloom will vary according to the weather, cultural
conditions, and variety characteristics.

GROOMING ^ REMOVING LEAVES

Don't take a plant to show with a "petticoat" of
old, marred, or off-sized leaves. Removing immature
or off-sized leaves is one of the more difficult skills to

teach. The only way to develop this skill is through
observation and practice. It is easy to recognize baby
leaves on small plants but after the plant matures the
decisions become tougher. I can remember when I
first started growing violets I would agonize for
hours over taking a leaf off. Now I can spot them
clear across a room and can strip a plant down in
nothing flat.

The following tips may be helpful: 1. An immature
leaf will be smaller than the other leaves in the bot¬
tom row. The petioles will be smaller, weaker and
paler in color. 2. The texture of the leaves will not be
as deeply quilted or as curly or wavy, as the case may
be. Suckers will often form at the base of an imma¬
ture leaf, so if a sucker appears, then examine the leaf
to see if it should be removed.

It seems logical to assume that if all immature
leaves are removed as the plant is growing then when
it reaches maturity there should be no more to
remove, but that is not always the case. Even though
they appeared to be mature at one time some leaves
won't keep up with the development of others and
must be removed.

The goal is to have a perfect set of matching leaves
on the outside row with proportionately smaller
leaves for each of the other rows toward the center. If
you have misjudged and are nearing showtime with
an outer row of off-sized leaves then "T.S." potting
has a further advantage. Remove the row of leaves,
take the plant out of the pot, and remove enough
sponge rock so the plant can be seated at the proper
depth. The main rootball will be undisturbed and the
plant won't suffer any setback.

OTHER GROOMING TIPS

A soft camel's hair brush will remove visible specks
of soil or lint but the only thing that will remove
accumulated dust is a bath. I do this two or three
times a year but particularly after the final disbud¬
ding before a show. Take the plants to the kitchen
sink, run the tap in a gentle, tepid stream, and tilt the
plant under the flow of water so water doesn't run
into the center crown or the pot. Pat up the excess
drops of water with tissue or a soft natural sponge.
' PRE-SHOW CALENDAR
12 WEEKS BEFORE SHOW: Strip the plants of all
marred or off-sized leaves and do the final potting
down or up. Choose the appropriate size pot based
on about an inch growth rate per month for the next
3 months.

10 WEEKS BEFORE SHOW: Completely disbud,
water with a bloom booster or foliar feed, put in
one new tube, wash plants, increase light time to
13 hours.

9 WEEKS BEFORE SHOW: Change to a high
phosphorus fertilizer such as 12-36-14 or 15-30-15,
increase light time to 14 hours, disbud variegated

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varieties for the last time (heavily variegated vari¬
eties sometimes require 9 to 10 weeks to come into
full flower).

8 WEEKS BEFORE SHOW: Again use bloom
booster or foliar feed, final disbudding for doubles,
increase light time to 15 hours.

6 WEEKS BEFORE SHOW: Final disbudding for
singles, check for suckers.

1 WEEK BEFORE SHOW: Final check for bloom
stem stubs, suckers, soil particles on leaves, possible
leaf removal and potting down.

I would love to hear about it if this helps any of
you new growers bring home a winner!

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A Club Grows
in Lima, Peru

Mrs. Alan (Daphne) Duncan, President

The CLUB PERUANO DE VIOLETAS of Lima,
Peru, was organized on May 5th, 1980 and its 20
members have since then presented a series of Educa-

!

EDUCATIONAL EXHIBIT — Pictured above is
the educational exhibit of the first AVSA show
of the Club Peruano De Violetas of Lima, Peru.
This is a new club organized this past year.

tional Exhibits. The first was the highlight of a Stan¬
dard Flower Show held in the month of October of
I the same year, where 1,000 culture leaflets in Spanish

j African Violet Magazine, June 1981

prepared by the committe were handed out to a
fascinated and extremely interested public. Another
exhibit won an Educational Award in a Standard
Flower Show held at a large department store in
December and was also a great success. More culture
leaflets were printed and handed out. Club members
at both these exhibits took turns answering ques¬
tions. The club's own show was held in December
also. A marquee covered patio surrounded by a
beautiful garden served as setting for 10 bridge tables
evenly spaced, covered with matching brown
material each exhibiting a different aspect of AV pro¬
pagation, culture, decorative value, pollination etc.
prepared by members. There were also sales and
information tables and a beautiful display of African
violets in full bloom. It was the first specialized show
of its kind and highly praised. As a result of this, the
club was invited to present an Educational Exhibit
for State High School teachers as part of a Biology
Symposium held at the Natural History Museum in
February this year and the Club's President, Mrs.
Alan (Daphne) Duncan has been invited to appear on
TV several times. Interest in African violets is grow¬
ing rapidly in Peru.

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AVSA Sweepstakes
Winners Listed

Three silver bowls and three rosettes were
awarded to AVSA members who have won the
most blue ribbons in special classes in shows spon¬
sored by AVSA Affiliates during the past year.
Presentation of the awards was made at the San Fran¬
cisco Convention.

Receiving the silver bowls were: Mrs. Elizabeth
Bickel of East Brunswick, NJ, with 232 blue; Edward
Bradford of Woodhaven, NY, with 124 blue and
Mrs. Jessie Crisafulli of Belchertown, MA, with
171 blue.

Receiving the rosettes were: Mrs. Barbara Elkin of
Santa Clara, CA, with 95 blue; Raymond Dooley of
Staten Island, NY, with 90 blue and Mrs. Martha
Dyson of Berwick, LA, with 73.

Two silver bowls and two rosettes were awarded
to AVSA members who have won the most blue rib¬
bons in design classes in shows sponsored by Affil¬
iates during the past year. They were presented at the
San Francisco Convention.

Receiving the silver bowls were: Edward Bradford
of Woodhaven, NY with 29 blue; Raymond Dooley
of Staten Island, NY, with 23 blue.

Receiving the rosettes were: Mrs. Jessie Crisafulli
of Belchertown, MA, with 21 blue, and Mrs. Marion
Bruce of Oakland, CA with 13 blue.

9

AVSA AFFILIATES

Mrs. Wayne (Mildred) Schroeder
Affiliate Chairman
1739 N 74th Court
Elmwood Park, IL 60635

WELCOME NEW AFHLIATES

Lenape Violet club, Constance Baer, Pres., 82 Smoketown Rd.,
Quakertown, PA 18951

River Bend AVS, Mrs. Jim Rutta, Pres., P.O. Box 644, Columbus,
TX 78934

Dewey Violets, Nancy Blount, Pres., 11 Acton St., Apt. 103, New
Britain, CT 06053

Tallassee AVS, Mrs. Louise Bennett, Pres., 101 Freeman Ave.,
Tallassee, AL 36078

Hockomock Violet Venturers, Mrs. Bess Ciarcia, Gardiner St.,
Raynham, MA 02767

Rainbow AVC, Mrs. Paula Cummings, Pres., Rt. 2 Box 244,
Hope, AR 71801

Cape AVS, Alec Duncan, Pres., 14 Marion Ave., Southfield,
7800, Cape Town, South Africa

While contemplating the fact that I have processed
approximately two thirds of the 525 Affiliated
Chapters charters, I decided that this job has been
fun. First of all there are names that I now have
become familiar with which creates a desire to
enclose a note saying "HI" and then there are the
"ups" when I see a club that has grown so rapidly in
numbers and the "downs" when a club has lost
members. I wonder "What has happened to cause the
loss or the gain?" Often I would like to write and say,
"What is your formula for success?" If you have been
successful in the last year in building up your AVSA
membership, drop me a note and tell me how you did
it so I can pass the information on to other clubs.

Yes, people do read those long lists of Affiliated
Chapters in the magazine. In fact after the list is
printed in November I expect reaction and I did have
two letters telling me of errors in that list which I
wish to correct. In California I had the San Diego
Daytime and San Diego County Clubs having the
same presidents. Mrs. Grimsby is the president of the
Daytime Club but Mrs. R. L. Etnire, 6618 Ocean
View Ave., Carlsbad, CA 92008 is president of the
County Club. In New York the Paumanok AVS is
listed twice. The club of which Mrs. Michael Wagner
is president should be the North Star AVS. I blame
the errors on the fact that while I was typing this list
I was also entertaining six little granddaugh¬
ters! Sorry!

In one of the latest shows of the year held by the

Southern California African Violet Council, Mama
Stripens won the Sweepstakes Award from AVSA.
Congratulations. At this March 1 writing, five shows
have been completed with three clubs winning the
blue rosette and two winning the green. What a fine
record! The south has much to be proud of when it
comes to having fine early shows. I'm sure these
rosettes are being displayed with much pride.
Hopefully I will be able to keep current with all of
my mailing, but if it is interrupted and you do not
receive your ribbons please be patient.

One of the great joys of this office is making new
affiliations. One of our latest additions is in Cape
Town, South Africa. The club has 60 members and
growing — Chari Duncan, secretary, tells me that
their club is the only single plant society in Cape
Town and that they will have a show in September.
Seeking to help this club, the AVS of Northern Illi¬
nois has adopted them and the letters and African
violet growing information are going back and forth
at a rapid pace. Hopefully, we will be able to share
some of the information received from this club with
you thus bridging the gap of those many, many miles
but keeping the line of communication open with
African violet growers all over the world.

“I turned your pot over, coming in . ”

(Drawing by Diane Sampson, Huntsviiie, AL 35801)

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

10

AFRICAN VIOLET
FLOWER AND LEAF TYPES

Compiled by

Retta Hamilton
1118 Merriman Place
Longmont, CO 80501

The following flower and leaf types chart illustrates and defines the terms employed by the A VS A Registra-
tion form. Information and illustrations were compiled from the “African Violet Handbook for Judges and
Exhibitors", Ruth Carey, author; “African Violet Magazine", and “How to Grow African Violets", Sunset
Books.

Flower Types

petals)

Double

(Blossom with additional row
of full sized petals)

Semidouble

(Blossom having more than
five petals; extra crest or tuft
at center but less than a full
row of petals)

frilled or ruffled outer edge on

petals)

(Double blossom exhibiting a
frilled or ruffled outer edge on
petals)

(Blossom having five equally
spaced and sized-petals)

Ruffled Star

(Blossom having five equally
spaced and sized petals ex¬
hibiting a ruffled outer edge)

(Blossom having only five
petals; top two with “rounded
back” appearance)

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Edged Single

Edged Double

Edged blossoms — (single, semidouble, double) are ones which exhibit a different color or dif¬
ferent intensity of same color on the outer edge of petals from that of the in¬
terior petal area. Includes both two-tone varieties and multi-color varieties.

Single Geneva
(slight)

Double Geneva
(broad)

Double Geneva

(slight)

Ruf. Geneva Star

(raised)

Geneva edged blossoms — (single, semidouble, double) are only those with a white edge around

the blossom petals.

Multi-Colored Single

Two- toned Double

Fantasy Blossoms
(Multi-colored or two-toned)

Multi-colored blossoms — (single, semidouble, double) those with two or more colors.

Two-toned blossoms — (single, semidouble, double) those with light and dark values of the

same color.

Fantasy blossoms — (single, semidouble, double) blossoms rayed, streaked or splotched with a
different color or a deeper shade of same color.

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Girl

(Distinctive feature; white spot
at the leaf base)

Leaf Types

(Long, narrow and pointed)

Quilted

(Distinct, raised areas btween
leaf veins)

Spooned

(Leaf has rolled-up margin,
particularly toward the stem
end)

Ruffled-Fringed

(Outer edge of leaf wavy, ruf¬
fled or fringed)

Plain Tailored
(Regular, plain-tailored)

Holly

(Wayy, holly shaped)

Pointed-Serrated

(Leaf end pointed, outer leaf
edge notched)

Trumpet

(Leaf has rolled-up margin,
particularly toward the stem
and with both sides con¬
nected)

Bustle

Supreme

(Very large, heavy textured,
hairy, brittle foliage)

Compound or Piggyback

(Bustle Foliage)
Foliage with a small secon¬
dary “bustle type” leaf at¬
tached to the backside of the
primary leaf)

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"Oddities" —
Variegated
Foliage

'Lilian Jarrett’ (Mosaic)
Variegation

Champion Variegation

Ruffled 'Tommie Lou'

Ruffled Champion Variegation 'Tommie Lou' Variegation Variegation

VARIEGATED FOLIAGE — plants whose foliage has a combination of two or more of the follow¬
ing: white or light green, rose, red, wine, copper, pink, cream, char¬
treuse and dark green.

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Gesneriads On The Windowsill

Becky Swaney

Many of us are forced to become windowsill
growers due to growing plant collections as well as
high electrical costs.

Windowsill growing is a greater challenge. Light,
temperature, humidity and air circulation are much
harder to control. Not only are they harder to con¬
trol, some are . impossible to control. Just as soon
as you have one seasons problems in hand the
weather changes.

Unlike a basement full of light carts or out of the
way rooms with light shelvings, windowsills are pre¬
sent in the most populated rooms. This causes an
additional problem with children touching plants,
cooking grease, smoke, fireplace dryness etc.

One Aeschynanthus pulcher grew to an enormous
size in a bright south window. The plant would have
taken up much too large of a portion on the light
cart. The same is true of the Nema tan thus family.
Wettsteinii grows much stronger in a kitchen win¬
dow supplimented with artificial light.

Streptocarpus do well in the south window.
'Massons White' grew 2 feet across and almost
always had a full head of flowers. Streptocarpus sax-
orum needs a longer night to come into bloom. So,

the winter window light will bring it into bloom. On
the windowsill saxorum will grow to a hanging
basket size. In return for fertilizing and proper water¬
ing saxorum should bloom at nearly every leaf axis.

Miniature African violets in their IVa” pots fit
upon the modern house's windowsill. The mini
violets perform well in natural light. They may need
a south window during the late fall and winter. Dur¬
ing February the suns rays become hotter and the
minis must be moved or a sheer curtain used.

Miniature sinningias- do well in small terrariums.
With decorative clear glass containers coming in
so many shapes and sizes they easily fit on a window¬
sill. The glass can hold one 'Dollbaby' or 'Pink Ice'
or the trio of the micro minis 'Snowflake', 'White
Sprite' or 'Wood Nymph'. These sinningias are ones I
have found that give me great pleasure on our win¬
dow sills.

The gesneriad family will not become as culturally
perfect on the windowsill as it might under
fluorescents, but a great deal of pleasure and many
blooms can be found on the windowsill.

Courtesy of Ohio State African Violet Society

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

14

Back To The Basics

Mrs. Charles S. Hawley
P.O. Box 154

West Southport, ME 04576

In the beginning it is just one violet; then two or
three purchased compulsively in a super market or
garden center. A broken leaf is placed in water and
eventually sprouts tiny little plants. Then for some
unknown reason disaster strikes; a plant will become
limp, the leaves become smaller with longer petioles
and there is no bloom. Outer leaves will begin to die,
and when removed, a long stem (neck) develops with
a few sparse leaves at the end resembling an ostrich
more than an African violet. Then comes the inevi¬
table comment, "I just do not have a green thumb!"

At this point encouragement is needed and the
place to begin is to dispel that age-old myth about
some people having a green thumb and others do
not. The green thumb comes from a combination of
enjoyment with plants and acquiring knowledge on
how to care for them.

Because African violets are so adaptable to every
kind of environment it is no mystery as to why it has
become the most popular house plant to grow; but, a
certain amount of rudimental knowledge is necessary
if success is to be achieved. There are ten factors that
unite to produce a beautiful African violet. They are;
Proper Soil, Water and watering methods. Fertilizer,
Light, Temperature, Air circulation and spacing.
Humidity, Potting and Spraying. Now let us examine
them one at a time.

SOIL

We begin with soil which is of the greatest impor¬
tance. It not only supports the plant but supplies it
with the necessary moisture and nutrients. If plants
are not grown in the right soil the other factors are of
little use. For proper growth and development soil
should have physical properties that enable free root
development together with passages for air and
water. It should be slightly acid (6. 4-6. 9 pH) and
contain all proper nutrients. In order to insure it
against disease organisms and soil insects all soil
mixes must be sterilized and stored in clean airtight
containers so there is no danger of re-contamination.
There are special violet soils that are commercially
prepared and these are usually already sterilized.
Some hobbyists prefer to mix their own; one of the
more popular type of mixes is the "Soilless Mix". The
following formula is an example:

(Unit of Measure — One Pound Coffee Can)

3 parts Canadian
Sphagnum Peat

2 parts Vermiculite

1 part Perlite
V4 part Ground

Charcoal

2 Tablespoons Dolomite
Lime

1 Tablespoon Bonemeal
1 Tablespoon Super¬
phosphate

This formula should
be used with a con¬
stant feed program
using a weak solu¬
tion of an African
violet soluble fertili¬
zer at each water¬
ing ( V4 recommended
strength.)

WATER AND WATERING METHODS
Any good drinking water should be suitable for
watering African violets; water softeners added to
this water source would be damaging, however. The
preferred method of watering is to thoroughly water
over the top of the soil. The water should be per¬
mitted to run through the pot and drain off. Violets
should NEVER set in this water residue; it contains
toxic salts harmful to the roots. Violets will not
thrive in wet, saturated soil and they should be
watered only when the top of the soil feels dry to
the touch. Although violets do best when watered in
this manner, the wick or mat method of absorbing
the moisture from the bottom can be successfully
used. However, the soil should be flushed thor¬
oughly with clear water every month or six weeks;
this reduces the possibility of any harmful salts
build-up in the soil. Tepid water should always be
used and if it is accidentally dropped onto the leaves
it should be immediately absorbed into a soft paper
towel. Sunshine or intense light shining on the leaves
where drops of water are standing will leave
unsightly rings.

FERTILIZER

A good well balanced fertilizer should always be
used. It should contain nitrogen, phosphorous and
potassium which are the three necessary elements.
Nitrogen, promotes growth; phosphorous is
necessary for root development and bloom;
potassium is the catalyst that regulates the whole
process. There are many fertilizer formulas on the
market and each label will show them, (formula
examples, 12-36-14 or 15-16-17). These numbers
represent the proportion of nitrogen, phosphorous
and potassium in each formula. It is wise to select fer¬
tilizers that also list the trace elements. For plants to
grow normally all these ingredients should be in good
balance. Fertilizers should be used as they are recom¬
mended on the label. The only exception is when a

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“constant feed” program is being considered. Then
the amount is reduced to Va the recommended
strength and the plants are watered with this solution
at every watering. A plant that has been permitted,
for some reason, to become dry and wilted should
never be fertilized. It must first be watered with clear
water at intervals with small applications until it has
become completely turgid once again. Then the fer¬
tilizer may be applied.

LIGHT

Without good light African violets will not bloom.
When leaves are small and the petioles elongated it is
a good indication that the plant is not getting enough
light. Adequate light will be usually available in the
East or South windows. But shade trees, porch roofs
or a heavy roof overhand will cut down the light
source. The further a plant is placed away from the
window the less light is available to it. Hot noon day
sunlight in the summer is detrimental because of the
heat that is generated through the window; it will
bum the leaves. During these hours sheer curtains
should be drawn across the window for protection.
Plants that are window grown should be rotated one
fourth turn every day to prevent crooked stems. If a
violet receives the correct amount of light, evenly
supplied, it will grow into a lovely symmetrical
rosette. If tiny little plants or side shoots appear
along the stem or at the axil of the leaf they should be
removed before they become too large. This will help
to maintain this symmetry.

Violets can be grown with great success anywhere
in the house with the use of artificial lighting. The
most popular type is a 48” fluorescent light fixture
that contains two tubes. A combination of one cool
white and one warm white fluorescent bulb has
proven to be the most efficient and most effective by
hobbyists over the years. As a general mle plants are
placed so that the crown is about 12 inches below the
light. The photoperiod is about 14 hours per day.
Distance from the light and the length of time the
plants are exposed to it varies under some conditions.
This is a place where experiment may be necessary.
When experimenting with any idea one should try it
on a few plants at a time; never expose an entire
violet collection to a new idea.

TEMPERATURE

The ideal temperature for African violets is from
65 to 75 degrees F. They will not grow to their poten¬
tial in temperatures below 60 degrees but they will
survive. A temperature below SO degrees is fatal.
But, because of their adaptability they will do well in
temperatures that range from 75 to 90 degrees if ade¬
quate water, fertilizer and air circulation is provided.
AIR CIRCULATION AND SPACING

In addition to fertilizer, violets also require, in
abundance, the elements Carbon, Hydrogen and

Oxygen. These are found in water and also in the air.
Good air circulation is therefore very important.
Stale stagnant air will cause mildew to form on the
leaves and blossoms of the plant. Plants also receive
some air through the roots; this is one reason
why they will not survive in a heavy soil that is
water saturated. Strong cold drafts must be
avoided, however.

Allowing adequate space between violets on a
bench or table permits good air circulation around
them. It also has another purpose; when violets are
crowded together there will be a decrease in light
penetration and plants will grow unshapely, and
there is more chance of a transfer of diseases or
insects from one plant to another if these
undesirables are present.

HUMIDITY

Ideal humidity is from 40 to 50 percent, both for
violets and humans. This is difficult to maintain, at
times. One can increase the humidity by elevating
the plants above pebbles which are constantly kept
m.oist. Care should be taken to never let the water
level around these pebbles reach the bottoms of the
pots. Placing the plants on a grill or wire which
covers saucers or trays will also increase the humi¬
dity; these containers should always be kept filled
with water. Plants that are placed in this manner will
also permit the excess water to drain into the recep-
ticals when they are watered. This, in turn, increases
the humidity. Misting with a fine spray is helpful and
will raise the humidity but it should always be done
with warm water and never in bright sunlight.

POTTING

One important rule to remember when potting
African violets is that they grow and bloom better in
small pots. Small plantlets taken from rooted cut¬
tings should be planted into 2” pots. They should
remain in this pot until blooms begin to appear; this
is an indication that good roots have been estab¬
lished. At this time they should be repotted into 3”
pots. They should be left in this size pot until the
plant measures at least nine inches in diameter. Then
it can be transplanted into a 4” pot. Pots can be either
plastic or day. Plastic pots permit a longer time
between watering and so your plants will require less
attention. Clay pots provide more aeration and there
is less danger of over- watering.

To start new plants, remove a fresh le^ from any
plant where it will not destroy the symmetry; cut the
petiole off with a sharp knife about one inch from the
leaf. This cutting may be placed in a small container
of vermiculite and perlite (2-1 proportion) and placed
near the light. This must be kept moist at all times.
When the cutting becomes rooted, watering with a

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weak fertilizer solution will promote faster develop¬
ment of new plantlets.

SPRAYING

Much controversy surrounds this aspect of violet
growing, especially for the home hobbyist. There are
some disease organisms and insects that will attack
African violets; the best method for dealing with
them is prevention. Where good sanitation practices
are observed where violets are grown there will be
little necessity for a spray program.

Pests and diseases can be brought into the home on
hands and clothing from the garden, from cut
flowers or from newly purchased plants. Although
the area surrounding violets need not be hospital
sterile, their method of clean hands, clean clothes
and clean utensils is a good pattern to follow. New
plants, even if they are gifts from friends, should be
isolated from other violets for at least two months.
They should be watched for problems and treated if
something occurs. Old blossoms and leaves must be
removed at once. Sometimes if a certain plant begins
to look strange it would be better to destroy it. This
will help to prevent a disease or insect from spreading
to an entire collection. In the long run it is cheaper.

There are many chemical sprays on the market
today but most of them are not available to the home
hobbyist. But if a spray program is indicated then on¬
ly those chemicals recommended for use on African
violets should be considered and all information and
precautions printed on the package should be follow¬
ed to the letter. This information is there for the pro¬
tection of the plants and the user. Spraying should
never be done in areas where one sleeps or eats. The
room must be well ventilated during the spraying
process and immediately following it. It is preferable
to do it out of doors. NEVER remain in the area after
the spraying is completed; leave it at once! Rubber
gloves should be worn as well as protective clothing
and a mask. Hands and all exposed skin should be
washed with soap and water immediately following
the use of pesticides. In storing these chemicals be
sure they are out of the reach of children and that
they are marked "POISON". Do not leave any spray
solution in the sprayer; empty it at once and rinse it
well before storing it away.

All of this information is just the beginning. The
real enjoyment in this hobby is the studying, the
learning and the experimenting.

The African Violet Magazine is the best source
for new knowledge but the Handbook for Judges
and Exhibitors which is available at the A VS A Office
in Knoxville, TN is another helpful source
of information.

Nothing in this life remains constant and without
change; there is always the new, the fresh and the
improved to ponder on. So it is with violets and

all good violet hobbyists must stand as vanguards
of progress.

- # - -

Looking To The Future

Ruth G. Carey

I have resigned as chairman of Shows & Judges
committee due to not being about to attend the con¬
ventions. My husband has retina deterioration in
both eyes. Otherwise he is in excellent condition. He
has only walking vision and cannot drive or read but
very little. The possibility of my attending conven¬
tions in the future is uncertain. My responsibilities
have increased for the home and all other matters
requiring good eyesight.

Mrs. Thomas McKneely is the new chairman. She
is very capable, efficient and completely understands
the work. She has been a member of this committee
for years and has been in charge of the judges for the
amateur division of convention shows for the past
two years.

I will be a member of the committee, keeping
records of the judges, judging schools, and teachers,
which I can do without attending conventions. The
AVSA office keeps a duplicate card file of judges
(including Lifetime judges), judging schools
and teachers.

In the future, please write me only on matters
pertaining to the records I will be keeping, addressed
to 3900 Garden Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918, enclos¬
ing a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Many times
the answers to your questions can be found in
the Handbook.

I extend my heart-felt appreciation and thanks to
all whom I have worked with in any capacity, for
your splendid cooperation, AVSA support, assis¬
tance and understanding.

As I reflect back on the large number of members I
have worked with, there are no words to express
what this experience as friends and our mutual inter¬
est in AVSA has meant to me.

My best wishes to each of you and for the con¬
tinued progress and growth in all AVSA activities.
Trusting that in the future, the free time I will now
have will permit me to correspond with many of
you. There is no substitute for friends.

SPRAY MIST

Have you tried spray misting your African
violets? Leaf feeding with a spray mist adds
humidity and food to your plants. Plants get
90% of their food through their leaves in
this way.

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17

from file “lllini-fllaii)'’

Mrs. Sidney (Ellie) Bogin
Chr. Miniature and Semimini Class
39 Boyd Street
Long Beach, NY 11561

In case I missed writing to you personally, a
sincere thank you to all the people who were kind
enough to inquire about my bout with the flu.

The following are my picks for the 10 best minis or
semis released in 1980. There were so many to choose
from and not all of them have fully recovered from
the intensive spraying they received to get rid of the
mealies. They will have to be evaluated later. These
top ten all have something special going for them.
They are in no particular order except for the first
which I think is the very best!

1. 'ROYAL HEART — a mini. Tops, a real
must! It is by a new Canadian hybridizer, Hyla Cor¬
bin. The blooms are a royal purple double about the
size of a fifty cent piece on symmetrical Tommie
Lou' lightly variegated foliage. It sends up many
bloom stalks with four and five blooms on each.
People just gasp whenever I show it!

2. 'SKAGIT BURGUNDY' — a mini, by Wayne
Lindstrom. This is also on Tommie Lou' foliage with
a profusion of burgundy double blooms.

3. 'MELISSA' — a mini, by another Canadian,
Sandra Lex of Sanmar Violets. It is a double rosy
bloom on very variegated foliage and the color com¬
bination is lovely.

4. 'TASTY TREAT - a mini from Lyon
Greenhouses. A blue and white double on small
tailored foliage. It blooms early and is very
eye-appealing.

5. 'DUMAS' — a mini by Martin. Unusually
symmetrical 'Clackamus Rattler' foliage with bright
light pink double flowers. Very different looking.

6. 'DREAMS AND WISHES' — from Candy
Russell. It is a semi with a delicate two tone pink,
splashed lavender single star on tailored foliage.
Very pretty.

7. 'CARLA BETH' — a semi from Lyon
Greenhouses and one that I am very partial to as it
is named for my daughter. It has lovely ice cream
pink double blooms with a good geneva edge on nice
girl foliage.

8. 'HEAT WAVE' — a mini from Baker is a
striking frilly white and red semidouble on nice
ruffled foliage.

9. 'LITTLE JACK HORNER' ~ a semi from Ed
Stretch Smith. It has a two tone plum double which
sometimes looks like it has a white overlay on flat,
symmetrical scalloped foliage.

10. 'MIDGET RICRAC — a mini from Cham¬
pion. It is a single white with each petal edge ruched
in red on variegated ruffled foliage. Quite striking.

It is time again to remind everyone about taking
extra care with their plants during the summer heat.
Nitrogen has a tendency to build up and using lime at
least once a month is helpful. If the use of lime
dismays you because of the stains it can leave on the
foliage, try this. Get a small bottle of Calcium
Hydroxide from the druggist. It is in powder form.
Empty this into a clean gallon jug and fill with water.
Let the mixture set for at least three days. Then,
when you water, use four teaspoons of this liquid to
a gallon of water. Do not disturb the sediment that
settles at the bottom of the jug.

With the long summer hours, heat and high
humidity, lights can be set back a couple of hours,
such as from 12 hours to 10 hours, etc. However, do
not stop your Va strength fertilizing. Plants do a lot
of growing at this time and if feeding is discontinued
over the summer and started again in the fall, your
plants will develop a short row in between the old
growth and the new fall growth.

Do watch out for overwatering. The high humid¬
ity keeps the plants wet longer. I like to keep them
slightly on the dry side during hot weather.

Don't crowd your trays and be scrupulous about
taking off dead blooms and keeping your trays dean.
In the high humidity, decayed matter can cause all
kinds of problems.

Don't go directly to the violets after working in
your outside garden. Make sure you wash your
hands and change clothes before. Don't put any cut
garden flowers or foliage near your violets.

Keep up a preventative spray program, alternating
kel thane and malathion or a combination of Vz tsp.
of each to a quart of water.

If you go on vacation do not cover your plants
with plastic. The heat builds up very quickly, centers
can tighten and look like the plants have mites.

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Leaves can turn very yellow and sometimes to mush.
Instead, wick them or keep them on trays with mat-
ting. Our plants were left on the matting for 16 days
last year and were fine.

Observing all these do's and don'ts can be done
once a week. Leave all the repotting and fussing
for the fall and take the time to enjoy your out¬
side garden.

CORRECTIONS FOR THE 1980 SUPPLEMENT:

'Heat Wave' is a semidouble. The correct registra¬
tion number for 'Lucky Stripe' is #3928 4-24-80.

The registration supplement in the March 1980
magazine had 'Kuddly' and 'Dear Ellie' misdassed as
miniatures. The registration report on page 22 of the
September 1980 had the correction to semimini¬
atures. Inadvertently, this March 1981 ' registration
supplement came out with the same error and listed
them as miniatures. They are not miniatures but still
remain semiminiature.

The 1978 Miniature and Semiminiature Culture
and Variety list is available for $2.50. All checks
should be made out to AVSA. The list comes in its
own envelope with the 1979 and 1980 supplements. If
you only want the supplements, send a self-
addressed stamped envelope.

Two dollars of the price covers the printing cost of
the list and subsequent supplements. Fifty cents is
allocated to cover postage which is 41 cents at this
writing but may have increased by the time you
receive your magazine. Nine cents is left to cover any
additional postage raise.

Recently, I received a $5.00 check from Australia
for two lists. The postage to Australia was $4.16.
Another list to Peru was $1.68. You can see how
impossible it is to send these lists overseas for the
price of $2.50.

Will all foreign members, please roughly figure 50
cents additional per each thousand miles distance
from the United States, or check the International
postage rate for three ounces, at their post office.

Have a good summer.

- ♦ -

Just a Hint

Marcia Balonis of Groton, NY, sent in the follow¬
ing hint to share:

One new hint to me was demonstrated by
Ernestine St. Aubin at a local meeting on bringing
plants to show. She was speaking on potting plants
and Ernie demonstrated using half of a paper plate to
put soil into the pot around the plant. The paper
plate acted as a funnel to sift soil into the pot. This
was lots neater than using hands. Also, the plate
gently lifted the leaves, thus preventing breakage
while filling the pot with soil,

A safe and neat way to transplant.

YE BAY STATER

USE STEP LADDER FOR
EDUCATIONAL EXHIBIT

James Bayes
Rt. 1, Box 600
Lorena, TX 76657

Step by Step Explained

About two months before the Heart of Texas AVS
show, my wife, Peggy, and I were asked to prepare
an educational exhibit and promotional table for the
AVSA. We decided that she would prepare the pro¬
motional table and I the educational exhibit, which
would be displayed side by side. Having a small
space assigned and with so much to say, I decided the
best way was a ladder system. I then fabricated a lad¬
der from some scrap material and made "direction"
signs from poster board. On the bottom step I had a
sign, "Spring Into Action", On step 2 I gave my
recipe along with the "making" for any rooting
medium. On step 3 I showed how to prepare a leaf
cutting for rooting then what to do with it as it pro¬
gressed along. On step 4 I showed how to take
plantlets from leaf and plant them as well as what to
do and when the plant needed repotted. On step 5
was a larger plant displayed along with more infor¬
mation. I also had an arrow sign that told about the
'Nancy Reagan' plant displayed.

Along either side I made holders from wire to hold
a total of 4 plants. In these I had a standard plant, a
semimini, a mini and a mini trailer. I also made a col¬
lar that told all about each plant.

I believe this brought the message in graphics that
was eye catching and told the story. There were
many compliments by the many visitors we had the
honor of receiving.

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19

YOUR LIBRARY

Marion and Jack Doherty
485 Berwyn Drive
Madison, WI 53711

"Wow!" to use a show business expression, what a
gasser that San Francisco Convention was!" With
apologies to Mrs. Maisie Yakie, who was the A VS A
Library Chairman at the time, this is how she began
her column exactly nineteen years ago, following the
Convention held in San Francisco in April, 1962,
And things haven't changed a bit, except Better! The
show was spectacular (aren't they all?) and co-op¬
eration among the volunteers assisting the Library
Committee was marvelous. For this, we are most
grateful. A complete listing of all who helped us will
be included in our next column.

Comment sheets continue to come in and we find
ourselves reading them eagerly. "Too short," "too
long," "too many arrangements," "not enough
arrangements and design," "not enough new
varieties," "so good to see the old-timers, the ones we
used to grow," "when are you going to update this
program?" etc., etc. These are all healthy and worth¬
while responses they tell us that you're interested
and usually are offering constructive criticism. Occa¬
sionally, we'll see a sheet expressing disappointment
for not having received the program requested.
There are times when our ladies in Knoxville find it
impossible to supply the same requested program at
two distant locations at the same time and so they do
the next best thing — choose a program similar to the
one requested, rather than create disappointment. In
reviewing the list of programs and the number of
demands, we've had duplicate slides made so that we
can attempt to give better service.

Even though the Knoxville office folks are aware
of where your various clubs are located, we here in
Madison aren't familiar with the location of many of
the affiliated clubs and so when you fill out the com¬
ment sheet to return with the slides, we'd like to have
you include the name of your Program Chairperson
and your hometown. Occasionally, we may want to
contact you in answer to a comment you've made
and we don't know where you are.

We stress again the importance of checking the
June issue of the AVSA Magazine for a complete
listing of all the programs and other materials
available through the AVSA Library. Hardly a week
goes by without our getting a letter from someone
asking questions about what programs are current.

etc. Time and effort could be spared just by checking
the list.

We're still busy collecting, sorting and compiling a
new show on variegates and leaf types and hope¬
fully, it will be ready for fall showing. If any of you
have slides that you'd like to contribute (or that we
could copy) of these types, please contact us. There
are so many striking, and different varieties these
days and demand for a new show is great. Everyone
is anxious for an updating of "A Portrait of
Variegated Foliage". Your contributions will be most
appreciated and we'll be looking forward to hearing
from you.

WEDDING WITH VIOLETS — Pictured above is

Marlene Stege, who became the bride of James
L. Tompsett. Marlene chose roses and African
violets as the flowers her bridesmaids and
flower girls would carry. African violets were
used as the altar and candelabra flowers. She
is a Lifetime AVSA member.

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20

South of the Border,

Down Monterey Way

Ray and Hortense Pittman
12406 Alexandria

San Antonio, TX 78233

(Editor's Note: This article was written by Ray and Hortense Pittman for the Lone Star AV Newsletter and we
felt all African violet growers might enjoy it.)

Would you believe, one of the nicest clubs we have
had the pleasure of doing a program for was the First
Monterey Violet Club in Monterey, Mexico! This
was one of those dream trips that you always hope
for, but it never seems to happen. We received an
invitation to do a program on general culture and on
hybridizing of African violets.

A short time later, the president of the club,
Myma, and her husband Ricardo Viramontes, paid
us a visit, driving up from Monterey. What a
delightful couple! So full of enthusiasm, and so
friendly. You would have thought we had been
friends for years. They picked out some plants
for themselves, and the club project plant, 'Laven¬
der Elf'.

We discussed the program and the arrangements,
which went something like this. "We want you to
come down early and enjoy Monterey, make a long
weekend if you can". So we decided to leave San
Antonio on Thursday, via Mexicana Airlines and
stay through Sunday. And were we in for a most
pleasant weekend!

We were met at the airport by Myma and two
other members of the club, Rosa Anna and Lupino,
who brought us to our hotel. The Monterey Hotel is
a delightful place on the edge of the Pink Zone, (the
elite part of the city for shopping, eating, etc.) We no
sooner began to unpack, than a knock on the door —
guess what a bellboy with a basket full of the best
goodies, candy, cookies, tarts, etc., compliments of
First Monterey Violet Club.

As soon as we were unpacked, we met with La
Presidente and husband to go over details of our
visit. La Presidente had an agenda starting at
10:00 A.M. Friday. It began with the tour commit¬
tee, Teresa M. de Tereno, Consuelo M. de Tereno
and Nedia G. de Escalante driving us around areas of
interest in Monterey. This included the crystal glass
company "Crisa" and another, (I can't remember the
name). Of course it cost me there! But one of our
tour hostesses, Consuelo said to tell her what we
liked and she could get it at a much better price. The
rate of exchange in Monterey is 22.50 pesos per one
American dollar, so prices of one, two or three thou¬
sand pesos seemed like a lot, but when converted to

American dollars it was not quite so much.

We started in the regular section of crystal, then to
the hand cut crystal and then to the collectors room.
It was a fabulous collection of hand cut crystal and a
lot of originals and one of a kind, (some for sale and
some not). Would you believe we wanted four hand
cut dinner bells for gifts to our family, and they were
out of stock? Our friend, Consuela said that she
would send them to us when they were available.

After leaving "Crisa" we drive through the city to
the better residential area. I might add here, if you
have never been to Monterey, the traffic is something
else, but our chauffeur was excellent. If you think
traffic is bad in New York or Chicago, just try
Monterey or Mexico City! Bless our chauffeur.

I like to take pictures, and, of course^ had my
camera along. Consuela asked if I would like to take
some pictures of some of the gardens we were driving
past. Of course, in Mexico all of the well-to-do have
stone walls around their estates, so to take pictures, I
thought maybe I'd have to take them through the
grilled gates. To my surprise, our hostess tells our
chauffeur to pull over at the next house, she pushes
the button at the gate and gets a response from the
owner, "of course it's all right to take pictures", even
though she's entertaining guests.

We entered a lovely garden of flowers and shrubs,
a lovely pool, patio with pillars that were very old.
After a few pictures, the lady of the house came out
and with a warm greeting told us to make ourselves
at home — so warm and friendly.

We drove on to some of Consuela's kin. A street of
lovely homes, where we'd drive in, take a few pic¬
tures and drive on. Monterey is ringed by mountains
and is very picturesque. On the side of a mountain,
nearby we visited an old cathedral that had been con¬
verted into a museum. Later on, we found that Con¬
suela's mother and father had built a church and
school for the poor people in the area where she had
grown up.

Now back to the agenda — at 12 noon we returned
to our hotel for lunch. At 14:45 P.M. we were picked
up by Josef ina D. de Santos and Aurora O. de
Zepeda to go to Cerveceria Cuauhtemoc (the largest
brewery in Monterey). They call it a "beer factory".

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21

We arrived at the brewery at 15:00 P.M., visited the
museum for 45 minutes, a short but lovely tour. At
15:45 P.M. we checked details in conference room
before beginning our program. Here I might add,
they had their projector, P.A. system and everything
ready to go. We had brought two carousels of slides,
so all was ready.

16:00 P.M. Initiating the Conference

16:00 to 16:10 P.M. Introduction
(Being a native of San Antonio, I should be able to
speak Spanish, but I don't). I felt rather badly that I
had to have an interpreter, although most of the fifty
or more people who attended spoke English. I can't
imagine what our hostess said about us, but it
sounded good. I also learned that our hostess,
Myma, had gone to school that Spring to learn
English, so she could be a good hostess.

16:10 to 17:10 P.M. Talk About General Culture
of African Violets

It seened to go real good. As the saying goes, "One
picture is worth a thousand words". We had the
loveliest lady interpreter, Rosa Anna. I would talk
for a few minutes, and then she would translate,
never looking back, a smile on her face and a lovely
flow of Spanish. It went on for my part, and then for
Hortense's part.

As per agenda, 17:10 or perhaps a few minutes
later we recessed for refreshments. The fastest 20
minutes ever. We were interviewed by a reporter
from The Tribune, and also had our pictures taken.
These appeared in the morning issue along with a
nice article.

17:30 to 18:30 P.M. Talk on Hybridizing

This was Hortense's part of the program and her
love! Another carousel of pictures, a thought in
English translated to Spanish, and before we knew it,
another hour had gone by.

18:30 to 19:00 P.M. Questions and Answers

So much enthusiasm again you could feel the
friendly warmth and a lot of interest. It seems that
they have several problems in their area, namely,
temperature, it gets rather warm with low humidity.
There's also a lack of supplies in Monterey.

19:15 P.M. We leave Cerveceria for Restaurant "El
Tio" where we have dinner with dub members.
What a dinner! We had Cabrito, cooked over a mes-
quite wood fire, and was it good. With all the trim¬
mings, I had to pass dessert.

After dinner we were presented with a lovely hand
cut crystal decanter from "Crisa", the glass company
that we had visited the day before. After much talk
and a few drinks, we were taken back to our hotel
with a warm feeling of having shared a common
interest in African violets.

We were invited by Lydia Villarreal, a friend who
had visited us in San Antonio, to visit with her and

see her violet room. She had her chauffeur pick us up
at 8:45 A.M. She gave us the grand tour of her lovely
home. It is most unusual as all rooms are hexagon
shaped. The plant room has about five grow carts
full of blooming violets and many starter plants. The
home is surrounded by beautiful gardens and a pool.

Such a short visit, but we were scheduled to hold a
workshop at 10:00 A.M. in the beautiful home of
Mrs. Magdalena G. de Martinez, a most gracious
hostess. Our workshop covered such subjects as con- *
trol of pests, fungus diseases, the use of fertilizers,
the light requirements, soil and other general cul¬
tural info.

As a small token of our appreciation, we planted
one of our seed pods, in a glass plant helper for them.
Hope they get a yellow or orange blossom in this
cross. I know they will have fun growing off these
seedlings, and who knows, perhaps there will be a lot
of blue ribbon plants!!! We certainly hope so.

After the workshop, which they all seemed to
enjoy, we were driven back to the hotel. We had the
afternoon free, to visit around the many shops in
the area.

At 17:00 P.M. we were met by Myma and Ricardo
who had planned to take us to the Planetarium, but
since they heard that we would like to see Horsetail
Falls, they took us there instead. It is a very scenic
area and the Falls resemble a horse's tail, hence the
name. After a nice walk through the park we came
back to Monterey to Restaurant El Gaucho. We had
an elegant dinner. They specialize in steaks Argen¬
tina style. Again, with all the trimmings, I had to
forego dessert. I must repeat, the warmth and
friendliness of our hosts made the evening one
to remember!

It was Sunday, and before we knew it, time to
depart. A nice leisurely breakfast, another cup of
coffee and our friends arrived to drive us to the air¬
port. Would you believe, we had hardly gotten in the
car when we were presented with gifts, a nice leather
dutch purse for Hortense and an equally nice ball
point pen for me. After such wonderful hospitality,
here was more! What can you do with people who
are so friendly?

On arriving at the airport we found that our plane
was delayed. So for the two hours, our hosts stayed
and visited with us until our plane arrived.

My faith in humanity has been restored. We need
more people like these fellow violet enthusiasts in
Monterey — we would have a much better world.
We went to give, but we were the receivers. We hope
that this is a beginning of sharing, and let's hope we
all can learn to share.

P.S. We are naming one of our seedlings
"Monterey" in honor of The Monterey Violet Club.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

22

The Herbicide 2,4-D And Its Potential Use
In The Genetic Manipulation Of African Violets

Peter C. Bitkey*

Most home owners who have tried to rid their
lawns of noxious weeds are familiar with the her¬
bicide 2,4=dichlorophenoxyacetic add; 2,4-0 for
short. Its excellence as a dandelion killer has made

2.4- D one of the most widely used weed killers on
the market. Surprisingly, this effective herbicide
is proving to be an important chemical hormone
for research on the genetic manipulation of Afri¬
can violets.

The herbicide 2,4-D is a powerful growth pro¬
moting hormone. When adequate doses are sprayed
on lawns, it causes sensitive plants, such as
dandelions, to literally grow themselves to death.
Grasses are fairly insensitive to the concentrations
used and are therefore spared. African violets, on
the other hand, are extremely sensitive. As personal
experience has revealed, window-sill grown plants
curled their central leaves everytime the neighbors,
following suburban tradition, sprayed their lawns
to rid dandelions. The damage caused by the herbi¬
cide was permanent and reminiscent of cyclamen
mite infestation.

The growth promoting power of 2,4-D is proving
useful in African violet tissue culture research. Pieces
of petiole tissue cultures on a gelatinous nutrient
medium, are stimulated to grow with the addition of

2.4- D. Doses as low as 1 part per 10 billion causes
African violet epidermal cells to proliferate. Besides
stimulating divisions, 2,4-D also causes cell elonga¬
tion and appears to slightly inhibit cell wall produc¬

Fig. 1. A) African violet micropiasts; these
membrane bound subcellular fragments
were produced from cells growing on a tissue
culture medium containing a very low dose of
2,4-D (x420). B) African violet protoplasts;
these cells, which are devoid of a cell wall,

tion. A friable callus containing numerous, large,
thin- walled cells results. Interestingly, cru^shing the
callus with a small spatula causes the internal con¬
tents of the cells to subdivide and numerous mem¬
brane bound units result (Fig. lA). These new
subcellular fragments have been named 'micropiasts'.

Higher levels of 2,4-D, such as 1 part per million,
also stimulate tissue growth in culture, at the same
time further inhibiting cell wall production. A very
slow growing slimy callus emerges containing near
wall-less cells. Gentle handling of the cells causes
their few wal fibers to rupture and large numbers of
naked cells, called protoplasts, are released (Fig. IB).

Micropiasts and protoplasts provide a foundation
for numerous projects involving plant genetic
manipulations. Their wall-less nature makes them
useful for cell fusion experiments with other plant
species in order to create novel hybrids. Hybrid
plants have already been produced by the fusion of
tomato and potato protoplasts. As improved tissue
culture systems for African violet protoplasts are
developed, it may be possible to create African
violet/gloxinia hybrids or hybrids between African
violets and episdas. Micropiasts, because they lack
the cell's nucleus, offers a new dimension to genetic
research. Having been discovered firstly in African
violets, micropiasts appear to be particularly useful
for transferring foreign cytoplasms. It should
therefore be possible to transfer cytoplasmic features,
such as certain types of foliage variegation, into

were isolated mechanically from callus cells
induced with a higher dose of 2,4-D (x 640).
Both micropiasts and protoplasts provide a
foundation for research on the genetic
manipulation of plants.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

23

distantly related species. Conceivably in the future,
Tommie Lou' foliage variegation could be easily
introduced into other gesneriads such as gloxinias or
Streptocarpus. The rapid progress made in the
development of genetic engineering technology will
provide an additional tool for African violet
improvement. Genetic engineering, involving the
genetic transformation of plant cells by the uptake,
incorporation and expression of cloned foreign
genes, will require the use of plant protoplasts.
Possibly in the future, genes for new flower
colors, such as red or orange, could be transferred
into African violet protoplasts by genetic engineer¬
ing technology.

The herbicide 2,4-D conveniently provides plant
scientists with a new tool for the production of
African violet protoplasts and microplasts. As so
many plant genetic manipulation techniques require
plant protoplasts and microplasts, it is hopeful that
the creation of novel African violets will soon
be possible.

* Graduate student. Plant Genetic Manipulation
Group, Department of Botany, University of Not¬
tingham, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, England.
Research supported in part by a grant from the
African Violet Society of America, Inc.

HIGH SCORERS — Here are six members
of the AVS of Wichita Falls, TX who were
high scorers at their annuai violet show. They
are, L-R, Back row, Mrs. B. T. Haws, Mrs.
Eddie Showers, Mrs. Charles Davis; front row
Mrs. Charles Ramser, T. M. Walbrick, Mrs.
Charles Spencer.

President Greets
New Life Members

It is with great pleasure that we welcome these
AVSAers into our Life Membership group as of
February 28, 1981:

David Aniolowski, Lakeland, FL 33803; Nuno Zea
Bermudez, Monte Estoral, Portugal ZF65; Mary
Broad, Birmingham, AL 35213; Roland Brukaker,
Altoona, PA 16601; Mrs. Fay Chadwick,
Doylestown, PA 18901; Mrs. Alberta Lee Cooke,
McLean, VA 22102; Minnie Fleming, Los Angeles,
CA 90018; Dr. J. F. Gerrath, Guelph, Ontario,
Canada N1G-2W1; Bruce Goforth, Arden, NC
28704; Mrs. Jack Goldstein, Hollywood, FL 33019;
Dale Gosney, Kaycee, WY 82639; Mrs. Richard
Graham, Pinebluff, NC 28373; Mrs. Melody
Grygon, Mooretown, NJ 08057; Mrs. C. C. Halford,
Transvaal, Republic of South Africa; Mrs. Thomas
Hall, St. Louis, MO 63114; Walter Hicks, Waco, TX
76710; Mrs. Jane Hiltz, Islip, NY 11751; June M.
Hodgson, Green River, WY 82935; Mrs. E. K.
Keating, Claremont, CA 91711; Honor W. King,
Corning, NY 14820; Darlene Klein, Metamora, IL
61548; Prof. Beyoung Hwa Kwack, Anam-Dong,
Seoul, Korea 132; Elsie Lawton, North Lake, IL
60164; Mrs. Esther E. Mason, Albany, NY 12208;
Beth Mullinax, Pensacola, FL 32504; Lonnie Pastore,
New York, NY 10012; Mrs. Johnie Pearson,
Thibodaux, LA 70301; Mrs. Charles Ramser,
Wichita Falls, TX 76308; Madeline N. Reheiser, Jen¬
son Beach, FL 33457; Mrs. John Robison, Bozeman,
MT 59715; Elizabeth Romulo, Bountiful, UT 84010;
Mrs. Charlotte Rosengrant, Los Angeles, CA 90064;
Audrey Scheel, Coos Bay, OR 97420; Mrs. Norman
Schneider, Honolulu, Hawaii 96822; Mrs. Kathleen
C. Self, Birmingham, AL 35215; Mrs. Beverly Shea,
Elgin, IL 60120; Katsuyoshi Suzuki, Ota-Ku, Tokyo,
Japan; Mrs. Diane Tolerico, Reston, VA 22091; Mrs.
Charles Ward, Kansas City, MO 64133; Winifred
Wilson, Simonton, TX 77476; Mrs. Karen Witter, Mi
Wuk Village, CA 95346; Gwenn Worth, New York,
NY 10003.

NEW OFHCERS

PLEASE — don't send your new officers
names to the Editor. She has no use for them!
Send them to Mildred Schroeder, Affiliate
Chairman. The president's name is printed
with the list of Affiliates in the Novem¬
ber Magazine.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

24

COZY

HARBOR

Hybridized

and

Photographed

by

HAWLEY

PARISIEPiriE — Photo and Hybrid by FREDETTE

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

25

Seasonable Suggestions

Anne Jinari

2325 Valley Road - Box 190
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

Balmy breezes in the warm June air.

Babbling brook with glistening blossoms everywhere.
Carefree days and birds that chirp and sing.

We thank thee God for every blessed thing.

The recognized fact that our favorite plant, the
African violet, has become a world traveler is univer¬
sal. No destination seems too far in this modern age
of transportation to attempt safe sure delivery of
seed, cuttings, or plants which have found their way
across land and sea.

With the plant shipping season at its height, I feel
an obligation to remind you of some pointers that
may be helpful to our many members who receive
live flowering African violets ordered by mail from
great distances in excellent growing condition.

A letter I received from the West Coast by an indi¬
vidual who anticipated placing an order, plus an
urgent phone call of panic when plants arrived,
helped me to realize what an alien chore the unpack¬
ing of a dozen live plants can be to one who is not
acquainted with the thrill of exploring a package of
this nature. A few quick enthusiastic instructions
soon had the recipient shouting with glee. Nothing
can compare with the excitement of opening a
package of live plants with buds and possibly even
blossoms partially opened, especially if it is a color
you do not possess.

Pouring over the colored pictures in an African
violet catalog and going through the difficult task of
choosing and then the final decision of ordering
plants can be most enticing. One is always wise in
requesting a second choice to avoid disappointment.
Cultivars unavailable nearby or many that capture
blue ribbons at the violet shows are usually
unavailable except by mail, but are as close as an
order blank and stamp sent to a saintpaulia specialist
or grower in many parts of this great country.

Plants selected by the growers to be shipped are
usually chosen from good growing stock. Growers
who have been shipping live plants over the years
pride themselves in using successful individual ship¬
ping methods they have developed. Customer
cooperation in supplying clearly written address,
including full name, town, street, state, box numbers
and zip code can be the first and most important step
in prompt delivery.

Live plants sent by Air mail. Blue Label UPS
or parcel post generally arrive in 3 days to a
week depending on zone, etc. Growers pack plants

with respect to traveling time involved and are ever
aware of constant changing outdoor temperatures
and pack accordingly.

Most growers here in the north find plant shipping
safe after May 1st and end the shipping season
by November 1st, when temperatures drop and make
it unsafe for tender growing plants to survive with¬
out damage.

If you must be away from home include a self-
addressed card with your plant order requesting
grower send date that plants are shipped. This per¬
mits you time for making proper arrangements to
anticipate delivery or have someone responsible to
accept plants and take them indoors to a protected
area. There is nothing more devastating to live plants
than to have them placed in extreme temperatures.
The sun's heat or severe cold can injure or damage
plant tissue severely.

When plants arrive open the box carefully. Do not
use sharp instruments or slashing with a sharp knife.
Avoid hasty pulling apart of tape or other material
intended to hold plants securely or upright in the
packing box. Lift each plant carefully from the ship¬
ping box intact with its outer wrapping. Gently
remove layers of paper wrapping, excelsior or other
packing materials with great caution until the plant is
visible. Lift the plant gently from the wrappings,
remove any flower stalks or leaves which may be
damaged and do not in your haste discard the name
tag usually enclosed with each plant or attached to
the outside wrapping. A new or unusual plant is of
little value to an avid plant lover or collector without
its name.

Attend to the plants needs, if they arrive a bit dry,
water carefully with water of room temperature. Do
not overwater or hastily repot plants, allow them to
acclimate to your environment. Do not overpot thus
retarding the plants growth by supplying pots that
are too large. Remember the rule of good potting and
proportion of plants using Va size pot for the
diameter of the plant. Close observation and proper
care will in time produce that beautiful exhibition
plant you have envisaged.

Happy violeting.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

26

A Tobacco Spray For Mildew

Dr. Alvin W. Shultz
4121 West 83 St.

Prairie Village, KS 66208

For those who have a mildew problem and dislike
the use of any of the toxic chemical in their home
might like to try what I have been using for a mil¬
dew spray.

On different occasions, mildew has been appearing
on rooted leaves that have been placed in soil. The
mildew has never appeared on any of the adult
plants, and if it did it would be on a blossom. In the
past, I have been using Mildex with fairly good
results but have always felt insecure in using any
toxic spray in a closed room where the spray has
a tendency to linger a long time. Also I was not
about to take the leaves outside in the cold to spray
them. So I have been seeking something that could
be used in a closed room and have no harmful effects
on people.

My wife was having some problems with her rose
garden late in the spring, so she took a few leaves to a
professional rose grower who recommended a
tobacco dust spray. That sounded like a likely
substance to use on mildew. The idea was great but
not to practical as the room became full of dust and
made breathing difficult and put a layer of tobacco
dust over everything. I then came up with the idea of
making a solution out of the tobacco and spray this
on the leaves.

I have never read any articles about using a
tobacco spray for mildew, so decided to try it and see
what happens.

I purchased some Wm. Penn cigars that sold for 5
to 35(1: as being so cheap they should have plenty of
nicotine which would be the active ingredient in
the solution.

Using an old pan, break up three cigars into about
four cups of water. Boil it for about five minutes and
then simmer for about five minutes to help concen¬
trate the liquid. The liquid should be a dark brown.
The boiling I felt was necessary to destroy any bug,
egg and especially tobacco virus. Let cool. First run it
through a kitchen strainer and squeeze the tobacco to
get all of the solution out. Then the liquid was
filtered through filter paper to remove any fine parti¬
cle so as not to clog the sprayer. Cotton or toweling
can be used instead of filter paper. Coffee filter paper
is an excellent paper.

I finally decided that the mix should be 4 table¬
spoons to a quart of warm water. To check this con¬
centration and see if it was the right strength or not, I
set up three trays of leaves.

Tray one was sprayed every day for three days,
waited week and then repeated the three day spray.

Tray two was sprayed twice a week for
three weeks.

Tray three was sprayed once a week for
three weeks.

None of the trays have shown any damage to the
leaves. To my amazement some of the pots that had
a covering of mold on the surface of the soil was
completely free of any mold. So I feel that the
tobacco spray is also good for molds.

At the end of two months all the leaves are show¬
ing signs of plantlet formation and there has been
only one recurrance of leaf mildew and one spraying
seemed to be effective in stopping it. I feel if we just
spray the leaf once when putting it into the soil
should be sufficient.

Anyone who has tried this above, I would appre¬
ciate in corresponding with and comparing notes.
Also would be glad to answer any questions.

BABYSITTER — Barbara Brady of East 20th
Street in New York is shown repotting an
African violet to add to the soil a unique Union
Carbide product called “Viterra” hydrogel.
It’s a soil improver, a granular material
when dry, which swells into small particles of
jelled liquid, absorbing 20 times its weight
in water. Ms. Brady says it acts like a water
reservoir, lengthening the time plants can
go between waterings. That’s why she calls it
her babysitter.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

27

SKAGIT

PAnORAMA

Hybrid and
Photo by

WAYFIE LinOSTROM

BURTiinQ LOVE — Hybrid and Photo by BAKER

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

28

CELIA

Hybrids and Photos by

Violets c/o Cookie

MORNinG CALL

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

29

Mrs. C. S. Hawley
3498 Sciotangy Drive
Columbus, OH 43221

November thru March

Tis June! Here in Maine, Spring and Summer have
met and joined together in one grand explosion.
Reluctant spring always emerges slowly from its
winter's sleep in Northern New England but summer
eagerly arrives on time. The hills and valleys are
covered with a soft green as spring still persists. The
woodlands continue to play the gracious host to
myriad numbers of shy and bashful wild flowers. But
summer, always aggressive and determined, has
summoned her first born, arrayed them in fancy
clothes and begun to proudly display them. The tiny
bluettes still cover the fields and meadows. The
woods are still carpeted with the timid wild lily of the
valley, with its heady fragrance, from which the
delicate pink lady's slipper subtly emerges. They
seem reluctant to shrink away and disappear and are
not intimidated by the elegance of the first bloom of
summer. With courtesy, they await the colorful
lupine to arrive and take its place. It is as though they
were telling the world that there is a time and a
reason for all things; that there can be quiet beauty
and dignity existing side by side with showy
elegance, each exhibiting its own special worth but
not intruding upon the other. Together they portray
a picture of such beauty that it warms the winter
weary soul. The winters may be long and dreary here
but the month of June is something special and there
are few places exactly like it an5rwhere.

So speaks this transplanted "Mainiac".

The San Francisco Convention has come and gone
and it was just great! African Violets and the people
that grow them are the finest! So it is with great
reluctance that I write this final column. I have felt
your friendship during these past three years and
shall always enjoy hearing from you just as friends.

Most of the questions that have come to me this
time have already been answered in previous col¬
umns with the exception of these very few —

Question — I am concerned about the edges of the
leaves curling under on some of my violets. I am
wicking my plants, using assorted fertilizers alter¬
nately at 178 strength. When the reservoirs become
dry I let them remain dry for two or three days
before refilling them. I have not tried flushing my
plants as you have recommended.

Answer — There is a possibility that the plants

could have become too dry before you added a fresh
solution to your reservoirs. I have noticed this same
result on plants when they have become dry and then
are fertilized. I think that this method of yours is
satisfactory; this gives the plants time to develop
good roots that are not "water roots". But I suggest
that you water your plants with clear water before
putting them back into the wicking solution. If the
plants have become too dry it will help to start the
capillary action once again. You can do this while
they are setting on the tubs but you MUST empty
that drain-off water AT ONCE. It will be absorbed
back into the soil quickly if this is not done.

Question — I am a beginner in raising violets and
have a small 16' by 18' greenhouse. It would be
helpful to see some articles on growing violets in the
small greenhouse at some time in the magazine. I
have never seen mentioned that white flies will
bother violets; do they attack them?

Answer — African violets are not a host plant for
white flies. However, they will attack violets if they
are in proximity to plants which are host plants; such
as tomatoes, beans, eggplant, adgeratum, lantana,
pelargoniums etc. Prevention is the ideal means of
control so do not expose your violets to these host
plants. There is one simple method for controlling
them that I have seen recommended but, having
never had the problem, I cannot recommend it from
my own experience. Paint a stick of wood a bright
yfellow then apply some sticky substance to it such
as molasses. The flies are attracted by the bright
color and tecome stuck in the sticky goo; eventually
they expire.

Growing violets in the greenhouse is an ideal
method but there are a few problems along the way
that have to be solved. They are; intense heat and
too much light in the summer; powdery mildew and
heating in the winter. The heat and light can partially
be controlled in the summer by placing cheese cloth
or other shading material over the violets. Good air
circulation helps to control mildew and this has to
be provided. Heating in the winter creates a real
problem especially where cost is concerned. Perhaps
someone who grows their violets in a small hobby
greenhouse will be willing to share his or

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

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her experience with us and write an article for
the magazine.

Question — In the January Question Box column
you listed the soil mix of Mr. Elmer Lusk. One ingre¬
dient I am not familiar with nor have I seen it in
catalogues; is Banrot. What is it? Is it available?
Landmark Plant Pep is not available in our area.
What would be a good substitute?

Answer — Baru-ot is a systemic and very effective
as a broad spectrum soil fungicide. It is recom¬
mended only for use on nursery and ornamental
crops but it has been used by some people for potted
plants. It will control soil bom diseases, damping off
and stemrot disease. Mr. Lusk has previously used
fermate in the same amount in place of Banrot but it
is not as effective. It should be available from
Nursery and Rorists Supply Houses. However, I do
not believe that it can be found in small packages.
Landmark Plant Pep is a garden fertilizer with a for¬
mula of 6-12-12 plus trace elements. I am of the opin¬
ion that this ingredient can very easily be omitted if
fertilizer is immediately applied to plants potted in
this soil.

Question — The last time that I transplanted my
violets I was overcome by an attack of asthma. Is
there anything in violet soils that could cause an
allergy to flare-up? I have occasionally been
bothered with such a condition.

Answer — Most violet soil contains peat and
perlite; they are both very dusty when dry. It is
possible that this dust could cause an irritation to
those sensitive membranes. My advice is to always
wear a surgical mask when doing any transplanting
and also when mixing your soil. Try to keep your soil
moist, between plantings, by storing it in a sealed
plastic bag or a covered container. This will prevent
the soil becoming too dry when not being used.
However, if this health condition persists then it
would be advisable to consult a doctor about it
before handling any more soil.

Question ~ I just had to write and thank you for
your help. Last year you diagnosed my problem as
cyclamen mites, correctly. I lost all thirty-two of my
violets. It was heart breaking! For a few months I
couldn't even think about violets and every time I
looked at the five foot greenhouse window sitting
empty I could have cried. Then one day I ran across
your letter and re-read your admonition, "Don't be
discouraged, this has happened to all of us!" So — I
ordered some new hybrids even a trailer. Now
'Rambling Blue' is rambling all over and I am watch¬
ing expectantly for new blooms from my new violet
family, while I make out another list of new violets
to acquire. I am wiser now and my window is happy.
It would be nice to see a column for just beginners
like me.

Answer — There is a column for beginners in the
magazine. It is written by Ann Richardson, our first
vice president. She usually covers just one subject in
each issue and pursues it in depth. Watch for it!

However, you have given me an idea. I know that
beginners find it difficult to sort out information that
is written in the magazine and some of it must even
seem contradictory. So I will write a "Back to the
Basics" article that will explain all the necessary
information that a novice grower should know to
start a hobby. It will be sent along with this column
to the Editor. Watch for it in this or some future issue
of the magazine. From the number of letters I receive,
I know that there are many new violet hobbyists
among our members.

Thank you for sharing your experience with me
and, through this column, with all AVSA members.
It is letters such as yours that have made this task so
enjoyable and so worthwhile.

Now, dear readers, my final chapter of the Ques¬
tion Box has been written; I thank all of you who
have written words of encouragement and informa¬
tion on how I have been of help. In closing let me
assure all of you that your future problems will be
given quick attention with expert advice by my suc¬
cessor and friend, Nancy Hayes. Your troubles are in
"good hands".

Until we meet again: "God Bless!"

New Question Box Editor:

Mrs. John Hayes
7 Cobblestone Rd.

Bloomfield, CT 06002

By A Novice Deep In The Fever

Lee Harlin Bahan

The severed leaves 1 start will illustrate . . . those
rainbow colors vivid in my mind . . . carefully, I
tuck stems in soil . . . Unkind, they ignore my will,
fail to generate . . . new leaves. The worthwhile's
won by work and wait ... the gardening books all
tell that tedious truth . . . perhaps it is my zeal,
perhaps my youth . . . imagines that my violets
hesitate . . . But what conceit to think I cause new
growth . . . presuming with my intellect to nurse
. . . that more disciplined than mere poet's rhyme!
. . . Humbled by greater Art, 1 only curse . . . my
lack of patience. Slave to Nature's time ... I endure
by writing violet verse.

MAGAZINE BINDERS
Sold only in pairs, $10.00 a pair postpaid.
Send order and check to AVSA, P.O. Box
1326, KnoxvUle, TN 37901.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

31

BLEEDING HEART

by Ella Kiesling

(Photo by Doug Hamilton)

DISCO DOLL

Mini by

CANDY PHELPS

(Photographer/Hybridizer)

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

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The Environs And Origins Of
The African Violet

Bessie M, Ciarcia
245 Gardner St.

Raynham, MA 02761

The history and locale of the original African
violet is always fascinating for amateur and profes¬
sional growers alike. My personal pursuit of this
study led me to many different sources. All leads
pretty much pointed to Eastern Africa, the countries
of Kenya and Tanzania, The latter being by far the
more important.

Tanzania is the combination of what used to be
Tanganyika and Zanzibar, separated by a channel 22
miles wide. Dar es Salaam is the capital; it has
a population of about 15,499,000. The country has
an agrarian economy. In the 20th century, the
mainland has been a German colony, a British
Administrative League of Nations mandate, a trust
territory and now an independent state in the Com¬
monwealth of Nations.

She has a greater variety of soil than any other
African country. In her humid and highland areas,
brown volcanic and iron-bearing soils are located on
crystalline rock. These are her most productive soils.
Over the central plateau and in the south, podsolic
soils (infertile, acidic forest soils) occur on sandstone
and crystalline rock.

Her climate is tropical equatorial, modified by her
altitude — resulting in a temperate climate in higher
altitudes. The temperature range is 72-90 degrees in
general. The rainfall is moderate in the mountains.

Woodland (miombo) extends over 30% of Tan¬
zania. Much of her land consists of grass and acacia
trees from the pea family. It is semidesert on the
leeward side of the Mountains and in other areas,
reed and grass swamps are prevalent. Thick
mangrove forests are found near coastal creeks.

As you know the Saintpaulia are not related to the
wood violets or viola (family Violacea) but belong to
the tropical plant family Gesneriaceae. The genus
Saintpaulia was named for Baron Walter von Saint
Paul-Illaire who was the imperial district governor of
Usambara in Tanzania, and also a planter of vanilla
vines and India rubber trees. He came upon these
beautiful plants and sent the seeds of S. confusa and
S. ionantha to his father Hofsmarschal Baron von
Saint Paul, who was president of the Dendrological
(trees) Society of Germany, in 1890. The father suc¬
cessfully grew these seeds into plants and showed
them in 1893 to botanist Herman Wendland, director
of the Royal Botanic Gardens at Herrenhausen. He

described the species and gave it the name Saint¬
paulia ionantha. In Greek this means 'with flowers
like a violet'. In Europe it is called the Usambara
violet. East African violet hence African violet.
Wendland introduced these very interesting plants in
Ghent at the International Horticultural Exhibition
where they won special acclaim.

The first commercial plantsman to offer these
plants to the world was Friedrich Benary of the seed
house of Ernst Benary of Erfurt, Germany in 1893.
Flowering plants were also developed in the Royal
Gardens of England.

Now let's really take a close look at its original
locale. It is grown principally east and west in the
Usambara Mts. and in the Uluguru Mts. The Uluguru
Mts. are located in the central easterly part of Tan¬
zania. They are 5,000 feet high or (1,524m) and are
120 miles (193km) west of Dar es Salaam at 7-10
degrees south and 37=40 degrees east.

The Usambara Mts. are located in the northeast
Tanga Province. The range covers approximately
1,300 square miles and rises to 8,400'. Some slopes
are covered with tropical forests; others have large
sisal and coffee plantations. Mica is the chief mineral
product. The rainy season is bi-seasonal from March
to May and mid Oct. to Dec. The mountains are con¬
sidered to be 'wet areas'. The temperature ranges
from 55° to 85°; the rainfall is about 70".

Usambara is the choicest area for colonies in
climate and soil, but not large enough for would-be
settlers. All land had been allocated to the colonists
— who were an overflow from Tanga. This city is a
gateway with a tolerably good harbor and is not
land-locked as is its capitol. Tanga is just a few hours
away for the planters at Usambara to come down for
social life. It is the country's third largest city. It was
established on the coast by Persian traders in the 14th
century but was not important until the Germans
took over. It became modernized, had a railway
northwest to southeast —= the 'Tanga-Moshi' which
opened the hinterland for development. Tanga
became the chief port for sisal and coffee. Population
in 1972 was 77,032. Some violets are found here in its
30' to 150' above sea level soil.

The Saintpaulia species grow on shaded cliffs or
often on rocks along rivers and in the moist soils of
the forests from near sea level to a latitude of nearly

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33

6,500' (361m). S. diplotricha is found around 3,000
feet up the E. Usambara Mts.; S. tongwensis is found
at the summit of Mt. Tongwe. The latter usually
rooted in humus in crevices of limestone and gneiss
rock, always in some light or heavy shade. Seven
other species are naturally grown in this area.

Violets were grown primarily by Europeans until
in 1926, Armacost and Royston of California helped
them come into their own. Walter Armacost of
Armacost and Royston ordered seeds in 1927 from
Benery in Germany and Sutton's of London,
England. One thousand plants came out of this but
only one hundred were retained for study and pro¬
pagation. From these 100 plants, only ten came up to
their very high standards. They were released for sale
from 1932-36 and progress was slow until 1956.

The original ten selected included two from Ger¬
many — 'Blue Boy' and 'Sailor Boy'. Those from
England were: 'Admiral', 'Amethyst', 'Commodore',
'Mermaid', 'Neptune', 'Norseman', 'Viking', and
'#32'. From these beginnings, we now have 3656
registered ('79) cultivars and in addition, many
named unregistered ones. We have come a long way
in the last twenty years.

Saintpaulia is a genus of 20 described species, all of
which have varieties described native to E. Africa,
Kenya and Tanzania specifically. Some have short
stems, some are more hairy, etc. 18 out of these 20
are grown in the United States. Below are listed these
20 species with their original locale. More details on
each of these may be found and seen in the
Bibliography attached.

All twenty saintpaulia species hall from a tiny area of East Africa just south of the equator. Each
species carves out its own distinct geographic region, where small saintpaulia patches can be found
near the many rivers and streams crisscrossing the mountainous terrain. mustration by Lynn uhde

1. S. hrevipilosa — Light purple flowers with
darker eye. Compact plant, a continuous
bloomer. Found in Nguru Mts.

2. S. confusa — found at 1000-3000' on
gneiss rock in the region of Mt. Mlinga —
15 miles from Mt. Tongwe. Deep violet
flowers. Does well in a vertical position.

3. S. difficilis — borderland of Kenya and
Tanzania, found on damp rocks. Char¬
treuse leaves, deep blue flowers.

4. S. diplotricha — From E. Usambara Mts.;
has thick deep green leaves, paler, purplish
on reverse side, and very pale lilac
flowers.

5. S. goetzeana — creeping type, branching
stems. Grown mostly by 'fanciers'. From
primeval forests of central Uluguru Mts.
from an altitude of 4000-6000' on the
southside of Lukwangule Plateau. Only
bloomed once in the U.S. Shown at San
Francisco convention, and on cover of
African Violet Magazine, March '72.

6. S. grandifolia — blue violet flowers, from
Usambara Mts. Found on western side in a
steep valley of clay.

7. S. grotei — found in E. Usambara Mts.
near Amani. Bright blue-violet flowers,
shading darker towards the center. They

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are a hanging plant, grown near running
water, and dense shade. Their vines can
hang over 3'.

8. S. inconspicua — grown in moist soil of a
forest in Uluguru Mts. of Morogaro.
White flowers with a small blue spot.
Trailing — and not a typical African
violet.

9. S. intermedia — grown on rock at
Kigongoi, in the eastern Usambara Mts.
Blue flowers, spoonlike, grows upright.

10. S. ionantha — originally comes from near
Tanga on the coast. Most of our modern
cultivars come from this species. Blue-
purplish flowers.

11. S. magungensis — from Magunga in the
foothills of the Usambara Mts. 15 miles
s.e. of Amani. New species in 1950. Now
the original site is cultivated in the U.S. It
has also been collected in Mt. Milinga and
from the Kwamkuyer river area. Creep¬
ing, branching stems, violet-blue shading
to a darker center.

12. S. nitida — Nguru Mts. near Twiani in
Tanzania. Grows on rocks in shade by a
forest stream. Has dark blue-violet

centers.

13. S. orbicularis — from region of Sakarre
and Ambangula, in the W. Usambara Mts.
— grows wild, a well adorned plant. Light
lilac with dark centers. Likes cold nights.

14. S. pendula — from Mt. Mtai in eastern
Usambara Mts. Medium lavender blue
flowers, with rather small, trailing habit.

15. S. pusilla — the tiniest; may be extinct,
mauve and white flowers. From the Cen¬
tral Uluguru Mts. at 3600-5400'. It is
grown on large moss covered boulders on
the southside of the Lukwangule plateau.

16. S. rupicola — from Kaloleni, halfway
between Mombasa and Nairobi in Kenya.
Heart-shaped leaves. Name means rock
dweller ~ its habitat — crevices in the
base of rocks.

17. S. shumensis — From Shume in the West
Usambara Mts. Grows in dry forest on
cliff faces close to 5900' above sea level.
Very delicate type. Whitish blue flowers
with deep violet spot in center.

18. S. teitensis — from the Teita Hills,
Mbololo Hills, Kenya in the forest, near
water. Most northerly species known.
Medium violet blue flowers with dark
centers.

19. S. tongwensis — its native home is a ledge
of gneiss rock, 50 yards long, surrounded

by a barrier of 5' grass, near the summit of
Mt. Tongwe. It grows in the humus on the
rock under light shade. This mountain is
inland from Pangani in Tanzania at an
elevation of 2300-2400'. Much like S.
ionantha. Soft blue flowers.

20. S. velutina — from western Usambara
Mts. near Balangai, 5 miles from Sakarre.
Scalloped leaves, pale blue flowers.

BIBLIOGRAPHY

BOOKS:

All About African Violets, Montague Free, American Garden Guild
and Doubleday, 1949. (There is a later revised edition which I
couldn't locate.)

African-Violet Book, Helen Van Pelt Wilson, Hawthorn Books,
Inc., New York, 1970.

African Violets, Gloxinias and their Relatives, Harold E. Moore, Jr.,

1957.

African Violet Handbook for Judges and Exhibitors, Ruth G. Carey,
Knoxville, TN, 1975.

10,000 Garden Questions, F. F. Rockwell, Doubleday and American
Garden Guild, Inc., 1944.

How to Grow African Violets, Jack Kramer, Sunset Books, Lane
Magazine and Book Co., CA, 1973.

Miracle Houseplants: The Gesneriad Family, Virginie F. and George
A. Elbert, Crown Publishers, Inc., New York, 1976.
ENCYCLOPEDIAS:

Americana

*Britannica

‘Collier's International

Numerous other books and atlases on soil, climate, rainfall and life
in Tanzania.

MAGAZINES:

AFRICAN VIOLET MAGAZINE — From the beginning of this mag¬
azine there have been many fine research articles. The two par¬
ticular volumes I used were Vol. 27, #4 p. 25 (pictures included)
and Vol. 31, p. 16 of #1.

Notes from the Green Thumb, winter issue, E. Lahr, Denver
Botanic Garden, "Introductions by Armacost and Royston".
1969.

RECOMMENDED RESOURCE:

Slide program: The Saintpaulia Species, and African Violet Soci¬

ety Library program.

"House Plants and Porch Gardens", April 1979, p. 48.

BEST OF SHOW: Best of Show at the Upper
Pinellas' annual show was ‘Wonderland’, a
lovely African violet shown by Betty Terry.

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HONORARY LIFE MEMBERS

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Frank Burton ~ 1966
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Anne Tinari 1971
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Mrs. Harold Rienhardt — 1974
Mrs. Fred Tretter — 1975
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Mrs. E. A. Nelson — 1978
Clarice Bell — 1979
Mrs. Marvin Gamer — 1980
Mrs. William J. Krogman — 1981

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Helen Van Pelt Wilson — 1952
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Henry Peterson — 1955
Margaret Vallin — 1955
Lyndon Lyon — 1956
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B. L. Burtt — 1959

Mrs. Harold Dannemiller — 1960

Kenneth F. Baker — 1961

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Dr. Sheldon Reed — 1963

Paul Arnold — - 1964

Frank and Anne Tinari — 1965

Hugh Eyerdom — 1966

Dr. Carl D. Clayberg — 1967

Martin Rand — 1967

Paul F. Rockelman — 1968

Forrest D. Richter — 1969

Dr. Robert Snetsinger — 1969
Albert H. Buell — 1970
Dr. Herbert T. Streu — 1970
Mrs. Duane L. Champion — 1972
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Problems of Overwatering

Of all the environmental factors that affect plant
life, none is more important than overwatering. Vir¬
tually all physiologican processes in plants take place
in the presence ‘of water, according to a recent
newsletter, “Big News" from Environmental Con¬
cepts. While essential for such basic chemical actions
as digestion, in which it combines with the minerals
digested, water is needed for photosynthesis, where
hydrogen joins with the carbon dioxide to form
sugar. The materials in the soil and the foods
manufactured by the leaves move in solution from
the regions of absorption to other parts of the plant.

In spite of the importance of water, the quantity
actually used by the plant is a small fraction of the
amount absorbed by the soil. Most of the water
entering the plant escapes from the leaves as
water vapor.

Another overlooked factor of overwatering is that
water contributes to the rigidity of the plant in the
soil. This factor alone contributes to the death of
plants in many cases.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

Overwatering causes fungus to abound at root
level. Fungi will thrive in any warm, dark and wet
area. This is called root and stem rot.

Environmental Concepts' “Big News" covers a
variety of subjects, offering helpful hints to the
violet grower.

Corrections!

Mrs. Harry G. Gamer has called to our attention
the fact that 'Blue Falcon' and 'Ultra Blue' plants
listed in the November '80 issue of AVSA magazine
give her credit as the hybridizer. She would like for
us to mention that she only received permission to
register the plants and they were hybridized by
Lyndon Lyon. Will you please make, this correction
in your registered list?

We have also received word from Harvey Sfone,
president, that he is not an active judge but was an
active judge for ten years. Sorry Harvey, but hope it
has caused no inconvenience to you.

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Honorary Life Membership
Awarded Adeline Krogman

Mrs. W. J. (Adeline) Krogman of Brookfield, WI
was honored with an Honorary Life Membership at
the 1981 San Francisco AVSA Convention.

Adeline has served AVSA in many capacities as
President, Vice president. Secretary, Director, Chair¬
man of Membership and Promotion, Convention

Chairman in 1976, and was a Commercial member.

She is a Lifetime Judge, judging school teacher and
serves on the Shows and Judges Committee.

She has also received the Ruth Carey Award for
Affiliate leadership.

She is a Past President of the Wisconsin AV Council.

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Bronze Medal Award

Dr. Richard Craig of the University Park, PA
received the Bronze Medal for Scientific Research at
the 1981 San Francisco AVSA Convention.

Dr. Craig has been involved with scienti¬
fic research on Saintpaulias since October 1,
1974. Partial funds are supplied by our Boyce Edens
Research Fund.

His many articles and findings are published as
work progresses in the AV Magazine and also reports
at our yearly board meetings. His work has been
predominately on mutations, species, and gene-

Distinguished

Frank Tinari of Huntingdon Valley, PA received
the highly honored Distinguished Service Award at
the 1981 San Francisco Convention.

Frank was President of AVSA 1969-1970. He
became a Life Member in 1957, Bronze Medal winner
in 1965 and AVSA Honorary Life Member in 1970.

He was appointed Research Chairman in 1964 and
still continues in this position. He served on the
Nominating Committee and has given many talks

tic breeding.

An article recently published benefited from this
research pertaining to virus infection on African
violets and was published in our AVSA magazine.
He made available a complete bibliography report of
published African violet articles in 1979.

He was banquet speaker at the 30th annual African
Violet Convention held in 1976. Dr. Craig is pres¬
ently doing continuing work on African violets to
benefit our Society.

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Service Award

and demonstrations on African violets for the benefit
of the Boyce Edens Research Fund.

In 1972 he received the Distinguished Award from
the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. In 1979 he
was named the Pennsylvania Flower Grower of the
year. He has appeared on TV and many children's
programs in the Philadelphia area to acquaint future
generations with the fun and joy of growing Afri¬
can violets.

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Continuing Service Award

Mrs. James B. Carey, Knoxville, TN and Mrs.
Richard A. Chase, Redwood City, CA were both
awarded the Continuing Service Award at the 1981
San Francisco AVSA Convention.

Ruth Carey, an Honorary Life Member and a past
president of AVSA has been Chairman of Shows and
Judges for many years. The show at AVSA conven¬
tions has been her responsibility for all these years.

She helped formulate judging policies and scales of
points to be used by all AVSA shows in addition to
the AVSA Convention Show.

For 25 years Ruth was editor of the African Violet

Handbook. She released its copyright to AVSA two
years ago.

She has given many, many hours of her time freely
and generously to AVSA.

Celine Chase works very hard for AVSA — not
only in California, but all over the country. She is
very active in Northern California Council; served as
its president several times; is an AVSA Judge; served
on Membership and Promotion Committee; served
on Best Varieties Committee; served on the Hand¬
book Committee; and has been AVSA Chairman of
Awards since 1975, a great responsibility.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

40

New Way to Display Show Plants

Sybil Behrens
RRl, Box 113
Adams, NE 68301

We of the Lincoln African Violet Society are
always working to make our annual show better. We
wanted to display our show plants on an angle so
they could be looked at from a better point of view.
Of course money always is a problem. Although we
usually have some funds at our disposal we could
not afford around 200 of the stands that are avail¬
able commercially.

One of our members came up with this stand and
we were very pleased with it. As we have a number
of very able men in our club they put their heads and
talents together and came up with an inexpensive,
easily stored, simple device that puts our plants at
a 30 degree angle for viewing. We used them last
year and received many nice comments about the
improvement to our show.

SHOW PLANTS ~ A new way to display
show plants was presented to those attending

We have just under 200 stands at a cost of well
under a dollar each. Cost of materials varies from
place to place so fast you will have to do your own
pricing. We used 5 sheets of Va'" masonite to make
our holders. A special saw blade to saw the nice
round holes was also purchased and figured in the
cost of the stands. The piece of angle board was used
as a nailing and bracing support in the angle. One of
our members had a stapling gun, the pieces were
glued then stapled. These slide into each other for
storage. We did not paint ours because of time last
year but we liked the looks of the dull brown so
much we are not planning to paint them.

Any one with a handy man's shop can easily
make these for their show, and they add so much to
your display.

the Lincoln AVS show. Plants can be viewed at
a 30 degree angle.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

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Honorary One -Year Memberships

Seven AVSA members received an Honorary
One-year Membership at the 1981 San Francisco
AVSA Convention. They were:

Pauline Bartholomew, Port Hueneme, CA.
Pauline is very active in Southern California. She has
held offices in local societies; chairman of shows; is a
member of Commercial Sales and Exhibits Commit¬
tee; has been a speaker on panels at AVSA Conven¬
tions and is Co-editor of the California Council News
(Southern CA).

Gus Becker, Beaumont, TX. Gus is the publisher of
the AVSA Magazine; AVSA Board Member, AVSA
Life Member. Gus does more than print the AVSA
Magazine — he gives freely of his advice and time to
help make the magazine the fine periodical that it is.
Gus also for many years has taken the time to show
slides of photos he has taken of members during
previous conventions. This program at our Wednes¬
day night social hour is looked forward to by all. The
program for Friday night at the convention is a gift
from Gus each year.

Penny Brenner, New Orleans, LA. Penny is very
active in New Orleans. She has held numerous
offices in local societies and AVSA. To mention a
few: Life Member of AVSA; AVSA Judge; AVSA
Convention Chairman in 1980; AVSA Board of
Directors; AVSA Affiliate Vice Chairman; AVSA
Library Committee; AVSA Convention Program
Committee; served as President twice with First New
Orleans AVS; Show Chairman; founded Louisiana
Council of AV Judges and served as President; is
Editor of Council Newsletter; (and the list goes on
and on).

Raymond Dooley, Jr., Staten Island, NY. Ray¬
mond has added to the beauty of many AVSA con¬
ventions with his artistic ability in arrangements.
He is an AVSA Lifetime Judge and Teacher; a
very knowledgeable lecturer and promoter of Afri¬
can violets.

Shirlee Goslee, New Orleans, LA. Shirlee was
the Convention Show Chairman in New Orleans,
1980. She is very active in the New Orleans area. She
served as President of the First New Orleans AVS
and also as Show Chairman, among other positions.
She holds workshops in her shop (Shirlee's Violet
World) once a month to educate the public and
to promote membership in AVSA. She is an
AVSA Judge.

Mrs. Dona Jackson, Fort Worth, TX. Dona is an
AVSA member since 1956. She joined the Fort Worth
AVS in 1955. She is the first Life member of FWAVS.
She has served her society in every position except
Show Chairman, saying others should have that
honor and she would just work in the background.

She has been a one woman library committee for
FWAVS, with slides dating back to 1961. She is a
constant winner in horticulture, but especially in
Artistic Design and Best Table Display. She worked
as a judge's clerk and member of the staging commit¬
tee for the 1960 AVSA Convention in Dallas. At 82
years of age she is indefatigable.

Donna Tobin, St. Paul, MN. Donna has for years
been active in the AVS of Minnesota. At the present
time she is the President. She has served as Show
Chairman for two of our statewide shows and also of
our mini show. She is an AVSA Judge. Has been, and
still is, the president of the Viking Violettes of Min¬
nesota. She hauls boxes and boxes to all AVSA Con¬
ventions and comes home with many blue ribbons,
especially in Design classes.

TOP WINNERS' — In the upper photo Sheri
DeLoach is shown with her AVSA Best Coiiec-
tion, Tresh Pink’, ‘Abigaii Adams’ and ‘Fla¬
mingo’, won at the Heart of Texas AVS show in
Waco, TX. In the lower photo is Sheri’s Best in
Show, ‘The King’.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

42

Blue and Green Rosette Awards

THE WINNERS OF THE STANDARD SHOW AWARD BLUE ROSETTE

AVS of Birmingham and Magic City AVS,
"Wonderful World of Violets", Mrs. C. F. Boggan
AVC of Greater Atlanta, "Campaign For Violets",
Mrs. Helen Walthall and Mrs. Jeanette Wallace
AVS of Greater Tulsa, "Violets For All Seasons",
Barbara Thomas

AVS of Pensacola, "Tune In-Turn On With
Violets", Beth A. Mullinax
AVS of Rochester "Movie Mania", Thelma D.
Hansen

AVS of South Bay, "Violets On Stage", Mrs.
Virginia Pirie

AV Study Club, "Violet Happenings", Mrs.
Gladys Holcomb

AV Study Club of Houston, "Bewitched By
Violets", Mrs. Edwin Glaser
Albuquerque AVC, "Violet Fiesta", Mrs. Charles
Staat

Alpha AVS of Dallas, "Violets In Fairytale Land",
Linda Rhodes

Atchafalaya VS of A, "Violets Go To The Olym¬
pics", Y. George Ramirez, Jr.

Bama Belles AVS, "Woodland Violets", Doug
Browning and Tom Wells
Bellflower AVS, "Violets Go Hollywood", Travis
Witter

Bluff City AVC, "Violets For Remembrance", Mrs.
Roy Cooper

Brazos Valley AVC, "Violets 'N' Yesteryear", Mrs.
James B. Wilson

Capital City AVS of Montgomery, "It's Violet
Time In Hillcrest", Doris Till
Columbus AVS, "Season Well With AV's", Judy
Schmid

Delaware AVS, "AV Disco In Delaware", Mrs. Lee
McMann

Evening Bloomers AVS, "Violets From All Comers
Of The World", Joyce A. Faubel
First Arlington AVS, "All Our Children", Mrs. D.
R. Gates

First Nighter AVS, "Violet Trails Thm Texas",
Mrs. Merrill Schneider

First Saintpaulia S. of Atlanta, "The Magic Of
Violets That Weave Their Spell", Sue Spann
Flowertown VC of Summerville, "A Garden Of
Violets", Patrica A. Tusing
Ft. Worth AVS, "Violets Make The Headlines",
Mrs. James D. Long

Georgia State AV Council, "Color Georgia With
Violets", Charles H. Henry
Long Island AVS, "Long Island Votes For Violets",
Betty Raskopf

Memphis And Shelby County AVS, "AV's Coun¬
try Style", Mrs. Evelyn Wallis.

Merrimack Valley AVS, "Ports Of Call On The
S.S. Saintpaulia", Marcia Balonis

Metropolitan St. Louis AVS, "A Galaxy of
Violets", Mrs. J. W. Reitz

Mid-South AVS, "Violets Salute Mothers", Janet
McCluskey

Milwaukee AVS, "Our AV Passport", Mrs. Joseph
F. Olson

Moonlight AVC, "Violets Along The Chisholm
Trail", Loyce Freed

Naugatonic AVS, "Violet Circus Spectacular",
Mrs. Albert Rourke

New York City AVS, "A Disneyland Of Violets",
Raymond J. Dooley

Oakville AVS, "Violet's In Ontari-ari-ario", Miss
Sandra Lex

Ohio State AVS, "AV's Out Of This World", Mrs.
John Torma

Orange County AVS, "Violets Maestro Please",
Arthur F. Hill

Paumanok AVS, "Violets On Broadway", Gail
Puskas

Pomona Valley AVS, "Of Spring And Violets",
Wanda Jones

San Fernando Valley AVS, "Shamrocks And
Violets", Lee Way

San Juan AVS, "Fiesta De Las Violetas", Lucy
Heath

Sweetwater AVS, "Indian Pow Wow", Julia H.
Bell

Tampa AVS, "Fashions In Violets", Margaret Rit¬
chie

Techeland AVS, "Candyland", Mary Duplantis

Top Choice AVS, "A Spring Shower Of Violets",
Mrs. O. P. Wilson

Town and Country AVS, "Up, Up And Away",
Barbara Plummer

Troy AVS, "A Fall Fantasy Of Violets", Dr.
Horace Nelson

Ultra VS, "Disco Violet Fever", Carolyn S. Tindale

Upper Pinellas AVS, "25 Years — A Love Affair
With Violets", Cheryl Richardson

Violets On The Bayou, "A Violet Banquet",

Anaise Le Blanc

Windsor AVS, "Charley Brown Goes To A Violet
Show", Nancy G. Hayes

WINNERS OF STANDARD SHOW AWARD
GREEN ROSETTE

AVS of Greater Kansas City, "It's Violet Time",
Patricia M. Hart

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AVS of Madison County, "The Parade Of
Colors", Diane H. Sampson

AVS of Northern Illinois, "Violets Around The
Maypole", Adelle Johnson

AVS of Springfield, Delaware County, "A
Beautiful Year With Violets", Mrs. Richard Meyers,
Mrs. Richard Mooney

AVS of Staten Island, "A Pocketful Of Violets",
Marion Howard

AVS of Utah, "We're Shaping Up", Monte Pearce
AVS of The Wiregrass, "A Shower Of Violets",
Syble Adams

Alexandria AVS, "Be Wise — Grow Violets", Mrs.
Juanita Sayer

Astro AVC and Montco AVC, "Cinco de Mayo",
Frances Peoples

Aurora Borealis AVS, "Happiness Is . . . An AV",
Oscar Gravitis

Capital District AVS and AVS of Albany, "Violets
In The Heart Of New York", Barbara Riscavage,
Iona Lynch

Central California AVS, "Much Ado About
Violets", Karen Bowser and Howard Zendner
Central Jersey AVS, "Our First Violet Party", Ms.
Elizabeth Bickel

Charlottetown AVS, "Isle Of Violets", Mrs. Joyce
Pert

Copper City AVS, "Violets Through 25 Years",
Ruth Glur

Corpus Christ! AVS, "Violet Jubilee", Mrs. Helen
Cooley

Crosstown AVC, "Rainbow Of Violets", Mrs.
Mary Roeder

Dixie Moonbeam AVS, "Station WAVS:
Showtime For Violets", Mrs. J. C. Riggins
Evening AVC of Des Moines, "Violets Under The
Dome", Mrs. Marie Ilstrup
First AV Study Club of Ashtabula, "Silver
Memories", Donna Connolly

First AVS of Dallas, "Violets Under Six Flags",
Mrs. H. R. Barta

First AVS of San Antonio, "For The 80's, Make It
Violets", Loretta Koehn

First AVS of Wichita Falls, Texas, "Galaxy Of
Stars", Mrs. J. M. Walbrick
Haines ;City AVS, "Memories", Mrs. Ernest
Dilorenzo

Heart of Texas AVS, "Violets For All Seasons",
Mrs. Anne Adams

Houston Gesneriad Society, "Roughing It", Mrs.
Will Gray

Hudson Highlands AVS, "Hudson Highland
Fling", Major Bruce Turnbull
Lafayette AVC, "The Academy Of Violets",
Deborah Burleigh

Levittown AVS Of Long Island, "From Sea To
Shining Sea", Beryl Wood

Magic Knight AVS, "Melody Of Violets", Mary
Parchman

Metropolitan AVS of Peoria, "Raindrops Keep
Falling On My Violets", Thelma Bangert

Mid America AVS, "Violet Holidays", Jay Crangle
Mid County Saintpaulians, "Rainbow Of
Treasures", Mary Herrington

Monctonian AVS, "African Safari", Mrs. Robert
Mills

Montgomery AVS, "Violets Blast Off — A Space
Odyssey", Mrs. Sam Therrell

Moahwk Valley AVS, "Hawaii Calls", Dianne
Hewitt

New Jersey Council of AVS's, "Violets In China",
Sue Humphreys

Niagara Frontier AVS, "Niagara's Rainbow Of
Violets", Pamela Craft

Northstar AV Council, "A Violet Masterpiece",
Ruth Bann

North Star AVS, "A Galaxy Of Violets", Mrs.
Helen Strnad

Nutmeg State AVS, "Festival Of Holidays", Mrs.
Albert Rourke

Oak Creek Gesneriad Growers, "Brew City
Violets", Chris Kemmerling
Old Dominion AVS, "AV's Down Memory Land",
Lauren Frankel

Parmatown AVC, "The Violet Olympics", Ken¬
neth Keipert

Quad Cities AVS, "Lovelier The Second Time
Around", Rita Benker

Red River AVS, "Treasure Chest Of Violets", Mrs.
Howard Bridges

Rocky Mountain AV Council, "Violets And
Verse", Dorene Fussell

Shreveport AVS, "AV's Southern Style", Mrs. C.
D. Roberts

Silvermine AVS, "We Vote For Violets", Rosalyn
Nurin

South Florida AVC, "Egyptian Encounter With
Violets", Kathy Sabatino

Sprakling Waters AVS, "Party Time With
Violets", Mrs. Robert Sorensen

Spring Branch AVC, "Vote Violets The People's
Choice", Geviene Perkins and Nancy Hudson
Sunday AV Matinee and Rainbow Violeteers,
"Violets Under The Big Top", Josephine Langowski
Sweet Vi-o-lets AVC, "Sweet Vi-o-lets 1980 Olym¬
pics", Carol Thomas

Tallahassee Night Magic AVS, "Swinging Into
Springtime With Violets", Madeleine Martin
Toronto AVS, "Do You Remember", Mrs. Jean
Hamilton

Tuscaloosa County AVC, "A Winning Combina¬
tion, Alabama and Violets", Mae Shirley
Twin Cities AVS, "Woodland Beauties", Jean
Brooks

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Ventura County AVS, "Violets In Nature", Jean
Shipley

Violet Harmony Club, "Our Favorite Pastimes",
Miss Maxine V. Beam

Violets After Five, "Riverboat Of Violets",
Margaret Eller

Wachusette AVS, "Violets On Parade", James
Roberts

Awards Now Accepted
For The 1982

Syracuse Convention Show

"Thank You" to all AVS A members, affiliate
chapters, state societies or councils, commmerdal
growers and suppliers of materials used by African
violet growers for your generous and active support
for many years. For the happy people who have
received your awards. I'm sure they thank you too.

The Awards Committee is now receiving the
special awards to be presented at the 36th annual
AVS A convention and show to be held in Syracuse in
1982. Our long term sponsors are continuing to sup¬
port us with their annual awards. However many of
the awards each year are given by local societies and
individual members from the area in which the con¬
vention show is held. Therefore it is necessary to
secure new sponsors for the convention show to be
held in Syracuse, NY.

Those wishing to sponsor an award are requested
to write Mrs. Richard A. Chase, Awards Chair¬
person, 482 Rutherford Avenue, Redwood City,
CA 94061. In order to be well placed in the Janu¬
ary Magazine, THE DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 1,
1981. Awards received after September 1, will be
placed in the souvenir book if space is avail¬
able. NO AWARDS ACCEPTED AFTER DECEM¬
BER 31, 1981.

There are a few things to keep in mind; the award
must not present impractical problems for the judges
and must be within the show schedule; awards for
any hybridizers' introductions must be for ONE
named cultivar only, NOT best of any. It is not
always possible to allocate an award as requested
because many long time sponsors have given awards
to certain classes, also some other person may have
requested the class first.

The award may be some suitable item or cash.
When advising me of your award, please specify
whether you will bring it to the convention or have it
delivered to the Awards Aide, Mrs. Blaine Darrah,
322 Sunrise Drive, Syracuse, NY 13205. Cash awards
are to be paid by check made out to A VS A Conven¬
tion Fund and mailed to Mrs. Richard A. Chase,
Awards Chairperson. Cash awards not awarded will
go to the Convention Fund.

Your awards promote more beautiful African
violets each year.

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ATTENTION AFREIATES

The African Violet Magazine will list only top
honors received at African violet shows. So PLEASE
do not send in EVERY AWARD given.

WINNERS — Here are three of the top winners
at the Pomona Valley (CA) AVS’s show, “Of
Spring and Violets”. In the upper photo is Lyn
Gould with her prize winning design; in the
lower photo are Art Hill with his prize winning
gesneriad, 'Hollywood Hybrid’ and Adelaide
Kory with her Best in Show, 'Corpus Christi’.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

45

The A VS A Convention in San Francisco will linger
long in our memories. It was truly a remarkable
event! And it was good seeing old friends and
meeting new ones after being without sight since
November. I had a miserable time in and out of
hospitals with bad eyes, deteriorated retinas and
cataracts that had to be removed. But thanks to the
prayers of many, many friends I can see NOW . . .
Mrs. Pat McDonald is pictured with her AVSA Col¬
lection on page 33 of the January, 1981 magazine. In
the collection were 'Plain n' Fancy', (also Best in
Show), 'Bubble Gum' and 'Sundown'. 'Sundown'
was incorrectly listed as 'Sundance'. In the meantime
we had a query from Regina West, 4546 Jiminey
Loop, Columbus, GA 31904, wanting to find the
plant, 'Sundance'. Sorry, Regina, maybe some of our
readers can help you and will drop you a note! Inci¬
dentally when Pat won the AVSA Collection Award,
it was at the Tampa (FL) Show. Now she is an AV
Judge and has moved from St. Petersburg, FL to
Deep Gap, NC, where she and her husband
transported hundreds of plants in a huge "Cooler"
built by her husband. She's planning to sell plants
and wants all AV growers in that area to drop by and
visit her . . . Do you have 'Little Pammy'? William
Way, 17 Crest Hill Drive, Oak Ridge, NJ 07438,
wants one. He saw Mrs. Robt. Early's picture on
page 27 in the January AVM with her violet, 'Little
Pammy'. He has not been able to find 'Little Pammy'
or where she got her plant. Will you let him know,
Mrs. Early? . . . Mrs. C. L. White of Tulsa, OK
delighted at the recognition given her plant, 'Pink 'n
Ink' sport in the January AVM and the praise she
received from her neighborhood garden dub
members, each of whom was presented^with a color
photo of the plant and AV culture sheets as well as a
strong growing starter plant . . . We're mighty
proud when we hear of an AVSA member receiving
special recognition. Now we've learned that Irene
Traskers of Haddon, CT (She was treasurer of the
Hartford (CT) Convention/Show) was tendered a
testimonial by the Central Connecticut Saintpaulia
Club in honor of her work and devotion for the past
30 years. A member of AVSA since 1949 (her club
having been organized Nov. 24, 1949). Irene was one
of the organizers of the Nutmeg State AVS of Con¬
necticut . . . Any of you readers have one or more
of the 1966 African Violet Calendars? Virginia L.

Kriebel, 627 Gypsy Avenue, Staunton, VA 24401 is
trying to locate one of them. She would like to paint
some oil paints from these calendar pictures — so if
you know where she could obtain one, let her know.
Virginia is also looking for a registered plant,
'Audrey' (2531), semidouble purple bloom with a
silver edge, to give as a gift to her sister, Audrey —
so let her know, will you? . . . Cherokee Comstock,
7420 NW 22nd, #181, Bethany, OK 73008 hoping
there are some growers in her area interested in
organizing a club. Contact her if you live near her
. . . Barbara Maher, 3447 Wilson, Lorain, OH 44052
finding hydroponics a "very exciting way to grow
African violets." "I find hydroponics a trouble free
way to grow," she wrote. "No worry about over¬
watering or improper fertilization, also eliminates
problems of soil pests." Barbara also told of a 'Pink 'n
Ink', which has sported, displaying sometimes a half
purple petal and half fantasy on some blooms and
sometimes all purple blossoms and some fantasy. "A
very lovely sight," she said.

What Happens to
Research Recipients?

We thought that perhaps you might sometimes
wonder what happens to Boyce Edens Research Fund
recipients. Here is a little insight into one.

Barr Ticknor, had two grants to help him get some
equipment while he was in high school. He graduated
from Cornell University with honors in 1979. New
York State jobs were "frozen" at that time, so he
could not get a job at Cornell. For one year he served
as Language Lab. Director at Ithaca College. In Octo¬
ber 1980 the "freeze" was lifted and he was hired by
Cornell University College of Life Sciences as a
research technician specifically in the field of kidney
bean research. On his own time he is still interested
in violet hybridizing and has some seed set now,
ready to go on with his work. He was able to attend
New York State AVS Convention in Rochester last
October for one day and gave a talk on Saint¬
paulia Species.

So you see, they don't forget about violets. Barr is
still looking for S. goetzeana. So far no replies. Can
any of our violet people help him?

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

46

What For and How to Use Insecticides

Mrs. Madeline Gonzales
200 Dork Avenue
San Jose, CA 95127

Unpleasant but a fact of life sooner or later
nearly eveiyone comes in contact with some
unwelcome insect of African violets. In reviewing the
history of insects in past years as soon as a problem
arose a cure was found, and then another problem
arose. WeVe been through root nematode, soil
mealybug; we've had cyclamen mite and now foliar
and blossom thrip. There are cures for insects but
they are extremely persistent. Months after you think
you've won and your flowers are big and beautiful
again problems arise.

Only a few insects attack African violets seriously.
They are divided into chewing and sucking insects.
Sucking insects are Mealybug, Thrip, Aphid and
Mite which attack foliage and bloom. The chewing
insects are springtails, symphilide. Black Flies
and Nematodes.

Mealybugs are easily seen. They are oval shaped, 6
legged crawling bugs about Va” long. They are
covered with hairs which have a wax-like coating.
The eggs are laid in cottony sacks in crevices near the
crown of violet plants. The eggs hatch in about 10
days spreading 700-800 insects. For this reason it is
necessary to repeat spraying and drenching to clean
up infestations. Mealybugs suck sap from violets
which develop a dusty look.

Thrip are gray or brown and are 1/8" long. They
have 4 narrow wings and rasping, sucking mouth
parts. Eggs hatch in a week. They feed by rasping the
leaf and then sucking the sap. This produces the
injured areas which appear as pit-like scars or brown
marks on the back of leaves. In attacking blossoms
they cause a mottled gray white streak and cause
blossoms to fall prematurely.

Aphids are small, dark, soft bodied insects. They
are easily seen. They feed by thrusting a sharp nosed
stylet into the plant cells and sucking out the sap.
Infected plants lose vitality. Foliage is discolored,
leaves curl, and buds may be blighted.

Mites are tiny 1/64" insects and usually cannot be
seen without a microscope. They belong to the spider
family, have 4 pair of legs. Mites affecting African
violets are usually cyclamen mite. Mites suck juices
from young leaves and flower buds. They have
tender jaws and do not feed on adult leaves. A plant
damaged by mite does not grow properly. The center
leaf appears stunted, gnarled, sometimes turning
gray with young leaves dying. Flower stems are
thickened and short, sometimes not getting above the

leaves. Flowers are distorted, blotched, off color,
small and sometimes do not open. Mites work deep
in the growing center of plants, so it is difficult to
clean up infestations without repeated sprayings.
Dipping a plant in a Miticide solution is a much
better way of controlling these insects.

Symphitids, Springtails and Fungus Gnats are
relatively harmless. The most harmful is the symph-
lid. They appear in the saucer of newly watered
plants. They are creamy white, tiny insects which
move and wiggle on the surface of the water. They
chew tiny roots and if they are abundant, your plant
will appear limp. Springtails resemble the symphilids
but are very active and jump quite a distance. No
need to distinguish between these two as the same
treatment will exterminate both. Then there are the
Fungus gnats, little black flies. They are harmless.

Nematode infestation is not easily detected. They
are about 1/60" eel shaped worms. They puncture
the tissue and suck the juices. They reproduce from
eggs. After fertilization the female becomes large
enough to be seen. She lays several hundred eggs
at a time which hatch in 5 days. They eat off the
roots. Nematodes move through, or over moist sur¬
faces. They migrate through the soil until they
find a root to burrow where they live, secreting a
fluid, causing the root to form lumps or knots
around the Nematode.

Pests are luxuries we cannot afford sooner or later
we realize we must start a spray program as a preven¬
tative if possible or using a pest strip.

These are three types of pesticides. Repellants
which repel pests, fungicides which control fungi and
miticides which control Mites. Fungicides will not
control insects and insecticides will not control fungi.
Too many people are trying to use these controls
only to find their problems getting worse and even¬
tually losing their plants. Before selecting a pesticide
determine your specific problem.

Insecticides are divided into three categories, con¬
trol poisons, stomach poisons and systemics. Con¬
tact poisons kill insects on contact. Stomach poisons
are ingested by the pest and the pests are killed.
Systemics are chemicals which are taken up by the
plant and the plant juices actually contain the poison
which kill the insect as it feeds on the plant.

Selecting a pesticide needs to be made on the basis
of active ingredients rather than the brand name as

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47

most companies market all materials under the same
brand name.

Specific insecticides are effective on specific pests.
If pesticides are selected and used in accordance to
the label, they will effectively control pests and will
not cause harm to the plants.

All insecticides are toxic to some degree and
must be handled properly. Always check recom¬
mendations on labels and never use higher rates than
recommended. Read and follow all precautions on
labels. Use only insecticides recommended for
African violets.

As a spray Malathion, Kelthane, Cygon 2E,
Orthene, V4 tsp. per quart; As a drench Cygon 2E,
V2 tsp. per gallon. Malathion 1 tsp. per gallon.

New products are always coming out, here are
a few:

Pentac W.P. no odor — toxidity very low V4 tsp.
per quart for Mites.

Premium grade Malathion called Cythion
extremely low hazard while controlling more pests
than any other insecticide. Systemic insecticides are
selective and pose no residual problems some of these
are: Meta-Systox and Cygon 2E; a new one called
Dasinit is also a Nematocidal. Benlate systemic has
low toxicity conrols mildew and some fungus growth
and also appears to kill eggs of spider mites.

Because of pressure against pesticides on humans
and the environment a great deal of research is going
on in regard to Micro organisms. Many Micro
organisms are effective as insecticides. Inorganic
insecticides are those made from minerals, they
include sulfur and diatomaceous Earth.

Diatomaceous Earth is being marketed as Diato-
mite and is available at pet shops. It can be used as a
dust by dampening the foliage and then brushing on
the foliage or it can be sprayed. Mix a little Eels
Naptha soap to a gallon of warm water add 2 table¬
spoons diatomite powder, stir well and keep agitated
as you spray. Cover all parts of the plant including
the undersides. The residual is also beneficial to the
plant as it contains 14 minerals. As with any pest
control, repetition is the key to controlling any
newly hatched insects. Diatomite kills Mealy bug.
Aphid, white fly and Mites.

Plant Juices for Mites are made by mixing a
handful of poplar tree leaves chopping and blend¬
ing in a blender with water; let stand 24 hours, strain
and spray.

Hot water method also has been used successfully.
First secure the roots and soil around the top of the
plant with Saran wrap so the soil will not escape
from the pot. Then dip each (not the pot) completely
into a bath of hot water which has been heated to 120
degrees; hold there until the count of four, then
remove immediately. The temperature must be kept

at 120 constantly as you dip other plants. If water is
too hot they will cook.

Elder leaves can be used for thrip control. 3 oz.
Garlic chopped, soak in 2 tsp. of Mineral oil 24
hours, add 1 pink of water, y4 ounce of pure soap
(not detergent), soap must be disolved, stir well,
strain through gauze. Store in glass container. Dilute
1 part to 20 parts water and spray.

Shaklee's Basic H is one of the best new products.
It is listed as a surfactant. Has a pH 6.5, no alkalis —
no acid — no kerosene — no solvent — non-toxic
and Bio-degradable. It is an excellent fertilizer
stretcher. Healthy soil releases all nutrients needed
for plant growth and development. For general use,
use 2 drops Basic H per quart every other week. As
an insecticide and fertiizer use 1 teaspoon per gallon.

In trying any new procedure on your African
violets be cautious. Try anything new on only a few
plants. We have all learned the hard way and lost
many plants. Several friends have become very ill
from spraying material not being used correctly. Let
us all be more aware in our violet culture.

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Publications Awards

The blue rosette for the best newsletter was won
by the African Violet Society of Greater Tulsa for
their publication, “The Bloomin' News". Ruth
Faulkner is the editor. The African Violet Council of
Florida won the red rosette. Their publication,
“Florida Connection", is edited by B. L. Green.

The best magazine was published by the New York
State African Violet Society. They won the blue
rosette with their publication, “The Empire Violet
Magazine", edited by Mrs. Nelson Hopper. The red
rosette was won with “The Council News", entered
by the Southern California Council, Pauline Bar¬
tholomew, editor.

We would like to thank the editors who entered
their publications in the show, and the members of
Hi Country Judges Workshop of Denver who judged
the newsletters and magazines.

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THE VIOLET

Fred Bearman

The violet ... a beautiful flower ... a gift of
God's wonderful love ... it gives so much and ex¬
pects so little . . . just as our Lord up above.

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DEADLINES

Deadlines must be observed if your “Coming
Event" is to get in the right magazine! See Inside
Cover Page, “Strictly Business", to know when these
deadlines occur . . . and then observe them!

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

48

1980 Was Another Year To Remember

Rita M. Powers
10411 St. Robert Lane
St. Ann, MO 63074

Having overcome thrips and mildew in the year
1979, the summer of 1980 was almost at a close and I
was happy to have survived without any major
problems with my 100 standard African violet
plants, 2 trays of 2“month old seedlings, and 27 mail
order sprouting leaves, when something struck. A
widespread illness appeared almost overnight about
the beginning of August. The tips of the leaves of an
occasional plant, here and there, developed brown
brittle edges which seemed to spread through the
whole leaf in about a week. The brittleness became
leathery and the entire leaf became mushy toward
the petiole. At first glance it seemed to be petiole rot.
However, as more and more plants became affected,
I realized I had a problem. But what? Looking back
on the year of 1980 my entire collection of African
violets had been sadly neglected because of family
obligations. So 1 suspected the culprit was poor
culture. But I could not give my plants attention for
approximately a month after the first symptoms ap¬
peared. Then where should 1 begin?

On retirement I determined to pursue an interest in
African violets by joining a local violet club so I
could better grow a few violets. My hobby was not
to become a vocation or an overburdening job, but
rather a pleasure. My family, consisting of 5 grown
children, 4 married and all living out of town, has
always come first. Three new grandchildren bom in
the spring of 1980 made it an absolute necessity that
my husband and I travel to see them. So we were
visiting in Virginia for 2 weeks in April and then
home for 2 weeks and gone again to Los Angeles for
3 weeks to visit the new twins. Arrangements were
made with a neighbor to water my plants while I was
away but the schedule for watering was cut to once a
week instead of when needed. My lights, on timers,
were reduced to 8 hours a day, from 12 hours, and a
fan, also on a timer, circulated the air for 8 hours a
day. Our home is air conditioned and the thermostat
remained at 80 degrees. The very small new plants
were placed in plastic covered small hot houses and
managed to maintain their moisture without being
disturbed. The older plants are top watered and sit in
trays with gravel which I moistened initially each
time 1 departed on a trip. Since I was afraid of
mildew I did not ask my kind neighbor to moisten
the gravel for humidity. On my return from the sec¬
ond 3 week trip all of the plants needed pruning as
they had developed many spent flowers and leaves.

This taught me one lesson. Before departing on
another trip, I will remove all blooms. This should
make it a much easier job on my return to get my
plants in better growing condition and also the plants
should be happier not having to expend energy in
blossoming. My first job on returning was to water
thoroughly as once a week was not enough for 3
weeks. My second job was to put down into growing
mixture 27 leaves, previously mail-ordered, which
had been delivered in my absence. Since I halfway
expected my request for a delay in delivery would be
lost in the mails, I had prepared some water beds for
the leaves and instructed my good neighbor how to
care for the leaves should the order be delivered. The
leaves arrived, my neighbor was not aware when,
since they were placed between the doors at my emp¬
ty house. She found them when she came to care for
my other plants and very conscientiously tagged
each one and set it in the water bed. On my return
then, instead of giving all of my attention to my
neglected plants I had to pot all of the new leaves,
which incidentally have all managed to survive and
have produced healthy little babies.

Six weeks after our return from Los Angeles in
June we had our daughter, son-in-law and 5 month
old grandson visiting for 3 weeks from Virginia.
Needless to say I spent very little time with my
violets. And one week after their departure another
daughter, son-in-law and 2 grandchildren arrived
from Mexico for a 3 weeks stay. More violet neglect.
This would have been enough, however Mother
Nature was giving us an unprecedented heat wave all
summer. My violets were beginning to react. Now
add more complications which may be the culprit for
all of the violet troubles which I soon encountered.
We developed a leaking soil pipe in the basement
where my flowers are located. And because of the
guests in the house it was necessary to delay
plumbing repairs for 3 weeks. As a result my plants
were living in contaminated stale air for that length
of time and because of the extreme heat, 105 degree
temperature, outdoors it was impossible to open
windows to permit fresh air into the growing area. At
this time I began to notice the browning crisp leaves.

As soon as our guests departed we had the
plumbing repaired. I began immediately to work
with my flowers. The weather cooled so it was possi¬
ble to open the windows in the basement and allow
some fresh air to enter, I deducted erratic attention

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

49

all of my violets had received for the past 6 months
plus the gas fumes from the plumbing problem were
responsible for the browning leaves. So I began
reading in my A.V. Magazines and books and notes
from our culture programs at our club meetings and
came to the conclusion I would do everything these
articles suggested. I repotted some of the plants,
removed all the browning leaves, applied a systemic
insecticide Cygon 2, washed all the trays and the
gravel in them with hot water and a strong detergent
Tide and Clorox, and stopped fertilizing so the plants
could reserve energy. I cut the lights down to 10
hours from 12, and washed the floors with lysol solu¬
tion, opened the windows 24 hours a day and even
scraped a few spots of mildew from a nearby base¬
ment wall and repainted those areas. Then I waited
hopefully. However the leaves continued to brown.

Then it was my good fortune to host our monthly
violet club meeting at my home and I was able to get
the expert opinion of Neva Anderson, whom our
club, THE PIED PIPERS, has the distinct honor of in¬
cluding as a member. Neva, without hesitation,
diagnosed my problem as a fungus. On the spot our
club had a well documented culture program on
fungus problems and treatment. As soon as my
guests departed I began the treatment. I removed all
the brown leaves, washing my hands between han¬
dling each plant. Then I sprayed the plants with
Benomyl solution. I also set small cups of sulfur over
the hot spot of each of the overhead 48 inch lights.
Then for a week every night after the lights were off I
sprayed in the air over the growing area with a lysol
aerosol spray. I've also sprayed the lysol spray into
the cold air return ducts of the air conditioning. Ten
days after the first Benomyl spray I repeated the
spraying.

And my problem has vanished. Nineteen Eighty, a
year to remember and another lesson learned the
hard way. Take good care of your violets and they
will gladly respond by staying healthy. If neglected
they'll respond like we humans with health prob¬
lems. Personally, I'd rather read about it than ex¬
perience the difficulty. But thank heaven for Neva
Anderson, she saved my day and my violets. She will
always be "Doctor' Neva Anderson to me and my
violets.

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African Violets
In West Texas

Sharon Hindman
404 Stoneybrook
Midland, TX 79703

I have read all sorts of articles in the AVM from
other parts of the country but now I want you to

read the topper of them all. First of all. West Texas is
a part of the forbidden wilderness. Everyone has read
about the pioneers who crossed when the country
was first settled. How we got here amazes me. I think
if it were not for oil I might be in a place with green
trees, plenty of water, no sand and enough humidity
and moisture to curl my hair and keep it that way.
Don't get me wrong! I love West Texas and the
African violets. I struggle to have the best plants
there are by lots of hard work and love.

West Texas humidity on the average per year is
around 30%; however, when it manages to rain the
humidity may range to 80% for the small amount of
time it is actually raining. Rainfall for this year sits at
about 15 inches. This has been a good year for rain as
we usually do not get this much. Most growers use
the rain water on their plants but not in West Texas.
You see we would have to bail out a bucket of sand
first from the rain barrel and then maybe get that tea
cup of water left at the bottom of the barrel. Or if
you let it rain awhile to wash down your roof top
and think "oh boy" now for the rain, it is too late, the
rain has stopped long before you get the words "oh
boy" out of your mouth.

City water is another thing, too. Our water is
highly treated with Chlorine to kill all the bad germs.
Now if this was just the only thing to consider we
might work that out, but to add insult to misery we
have bad minerals in the water that will not only eat
up the plants but love to eat up the sink fixtures the
water comes from.

When it comes to summer the sun is great, if you
are not an African violet! Sunshine is so severe here
you do not dare turn your back on the plant you left
on the windowsill long enough to tell the plant on the
shelf next to it that it looks great today, before a big
huge sunspot comes up on the leaf of that particular
plant — like a sore thumb turns blue-black when you
hit it with a hammer.

Although we lack all the good things essential to
the African violet, I am still at work to create all the
artificial conditions I can possibly bring about to
raise beautiful violets. I use a humidifier in my violet
room, a fan to keep air circulation good, artificial
lighting, buy bottle water, brush leaves to remove
sand and keep windows covered with sunscreen pro¬
ducts. West Texas may not be the Garden of Eden for
growing African violets but by far we do our best to
have plants that we and everyone in this part of the
country can be proud of.

REPOTTING

If you're repotting, don't put your plants in
too large a pot. Overpotting is bad for African
violets. They like their roots to be root-bound.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

50

4988 Schollmeyer, St. Louis. MO 63109

Dear Friends: This will be my last report to you. After nineteen years as your Registrar I feel it is time to
turn it over to a younger and more energetic person.

The new Registrar will be Mrs. Wm. Nichols (Janet) 248 White Tree Lane, Ballwin, MO 63011.

I have enjoyed every minute in working with all of you Hybridizers, I feel I have made many friends in
working with you wonderful people. I know you will enjoy working with Janet. She is very capable and I will
still be close enough so that I can help her if needed. I hope to make some of the Conventions and will enjoy
seeing all of you again.

Adele Tretter, Registration and Master Variety List Compiler.

(NOTE TO REGISTRANTS: The Editor would like
to use color slides of your newly registered vio¬
lets in the Magazine. Use only light backgrounds.
Dark slides cannot be reproduced. Send original
color slides to Editor with name of plant and name
of hybridizer.)

The following registrations have been received during the period
November 30, 1980 through February 28, 1981.

MEEK'S ANGEL BABY (4141) WP-E 23 s-dc S-M 12/2/80
MEEK'S BITSY BABY (4142) M-BW 2 dc M 12/2/80
MEEK'S BLUE BABY (4143) VP 238 dc M 12/2/80
MEEK'S FIRST BABY (4144) D-BW 35 dc S-M 12/2/80
MEEK'S SWEET BABY (4145) L-PX 23 dc M 12/2/80
MEEK'S WHO'S BABY (4146) VO 23 s-dc S-M 12/2/80
Meek's African Violets, 214 Goodrich Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210

CACTUS ROSE (4147) M-P 2 dS 12/2/80
F ANT AH (4148) PO 27 s-d L 12/2/80
FANTASIE IMPROMTU (4149) PO 27 dfc L 12/2/80
PROUD COUNTRY (4150) B 2 s-d S 12/2/80
WATERMELON ROSE (4151) M-P 2 dS 12/2/80
Irene Fredette, 972 Grassy Hill Rd., Orange, CT 06477

BELIEVER (4152) P 2 dS 12/5/80
BOB'S OMEGA (4153) PX 2 sc S 12/5/80
BRILLIANCE (4154) P2dS 12/5/80
CRISIS (4155) L-BX 2 dc S 12/5/80
DADDY-O (4156) WB-E 5 sc S 12/5/80
DESPERADO (4157) WP-E 2 d S-M 12/5/80
EASTER GIRL (4158) WB 2 d S 12/5/80
EPITOME (4159) P2dS 12/5/80
EXEMLAR (4160) PX 2 sc S 12/5/80
EYESTOPPER (4161) WV-E 35 df S 12/5/80
FIDELLA (4162) L-P 27 d S 12/5/80
FLUTTERS (4163) P8dS 12/5/80
FOXY (4164) OXW-E 59 sf S 12/5/80
FRATERNITY (4165) L-P 2 d S 12/5/80
HAPPY OMEN (4166) M-PR 2 sc S 12/5/80
HEAVENLY (4167) WV-E 35 d S 12/5/80
HOW CUM ZIT (4168) OX 2 sc S 12/5/80
HUSTLER (4169) R 5 df S 12/5/80
IMA DANDY (4170) OX 2 d S 12/5/80
JOLLY DOLLY (4171) WV-E 3 s S 12/5/80
KOY KORRINA (4172) VW 5 sf S 12/5/80

MISTER ZAP (4173) D-BW-E 5 sc S 12/5/80

NEMAGAMON (4174) M-P 2 d S 12/5/80

NORTHERN LIGHTS (4175) M-B 2 dS 12/5/80

OMEGA (4176) M-BW-E 2d S 12/5/80

PETTICOATS (4177) PW-E 58 d S 12/5/80

REBORN (4178) M-BW-E 2 s S 12/5/80

RISING STAR (4179) L-P 9 sc S 12/5/80

TONKADALE RASPBERRY SWIRL (4180) RX 2 d S 12/5/80

TONKADALE SEAFOAM (4181) BW & G-E 12/5/80

Robert Anderson, Minnetonka, MN

SKAGIT LIL DOLL (4182) WP-E 23 df M 12/9/80

SKAGIT LIL PEACH (4183) D-P 23 d M 12/9/80

SKAGIT LIL RED (4184) V 23 s-d M 12/9/80

SKAGIT PRINCESS (4185) L-VX 23 d S 12/9/80

SKAGIT RUSTY (4186) RX 23 d S 12/9/80

SKAGIT TINY ROSE (4187) O-P 23 d M 12/9/80

Wayne Lindstrom, 3632 No. Woodland PI., Mount Vernon, WA

98273

FLAMBOYANT (4188) D-PX 2 sc S 12/20/80
PINK JENNIFER (4189) PX 12 & 59 dc S 12/20/80
WHITE DISCO (4190) W3dS 12/20/80
WINO (4191) R-PW-E 239 d S 12/20/80

Tinari Greenhouses, 2325 Valley Rd., Box 190, Huntingdon Valley,
PA 19006

CORAL ROSE (4192) L-PX 3 df L 1/9/81
COLONIAL BELLE (4193) PX 3 d S 1/9/81
COTTON QUEEN (4194) W 3 df L 1/9/81
DIXIE SNOW (4195) W 3 s-dc L 1/9/81
GLACIER BLUE (4196) M-BW 3dL 1/9/81
LOVEY MINE (4197) D-P 3 df S 1/9/81
MY STARS (4198) PO-E 3 dc L 1/9/81
PLUM ROYAL (4199) RX 78 df S 1/9/81
REED'S FANCIFRILL (4200) D-OXW-E 3 df S 1/9/81
TAFFY (4201) L-PX 3dL 1/9/81
TOM EDWARD (4202) L-BX 3 df S 1/9/81
VERY GRAPE (4203) V 37 df S 1/9/81
VERY VERY (4204) P 7 df S 1/9/81

House of Violets, 936-940 Garland Ave., Camden, AR 71701

FRECKLE FACE (4205) L-PX 5 s-df S 1/9/81

PINK PALAVENDER (4206) D-PR 25 s-d S 1/9/81

ROMAN CANDLE (4207) DOX 23 df L 1/9/81

SPECTACULAR ALAYNE (4208) PX 5 s & s-df S 1/9/81

VIOZALEA (4209) PO 258 s-df L 1/9/81

Purple Thumb, 343 Mac Arthur Ave., Long Branch, N) 07740

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DIB’S CUDllE KITTEN (4210) WP 345 df S 1/9/81
DIB'S DARLING DAUMA (4211) OPW 39 df 5 1/9/81
DIB S FRAGELISTIC (4212) WP 359 df S 1/9/81
DIB'S KATZ PAJAMAS (4213) B-VW 135 df S 1/9/81
DIB’S TRILOGY (4214) WBO 345 s S 1/9/81
DIB'S VIVACIOUS VICKY (4215) L-PXG-E 345 DF S 1/9/81
D. I. Bearman, 918 Maple St., Albion, MI 49224

BLUE DOGWOOD (4216) L-BX 29 d S 1/9/81
JAZZ BAND (4217) WR-E 28 s-d S 1/9/81

Marie Dattalo, 5900 30th St., Grove, TX 77619

CHERRY WATERCOLOR (4218) OR-E 5 sf S 1/21/81
FROSTY SHADOWS (4219) OXV 27 s-df S 1/21/81
JOYCAPEDES (4220) M-B 27 s-d S 1/21/81
KITTEN’S MITTENS (4221) D-PW-E 59 s S-M 1/21/81
LIGHTNING BUG (4222) D-B 27 d & s-d S 1/21/81
PURELY STUNNING (4223) O 2378 s-d & d L 1/21/81
SPECTACULAR ALICIA (4224) RO 258 s-d S 1/21/81
SPECTACULAR SUSAN (4225) L-PR 25 s-d S 1/21/81
WHEELIN' AND DEALIN' (4226) WP 359 s S 1/21/81
Joan A. Westrick, 343 MacArthur Ave., Long Branch, NJ 07740

LIL PINKIE (4227) P 29 s S-M 1/21/81
MILADY (4228) PO 24 sc S-M 1/21/81

Candy Russell, 278 Maple Valley, Houston, TX 77056

ANAFAIR (4229) P 27 d S 1/21/81

BURGUNDY WOODS (4230) D-R 3 d L 1/21/81

CALIFORNIA WOODS (4231) PW-E 7 dS 1/21/81

DORIE (4232) L-B 2 d L 1/21/81

KARLA LEA (4233) P3dL 1/21/81

KEN FRO (4234) OXW-E 2d L 1/21/81

LAS MORAS (4235) M-P 2dS 1/21/81

LAVACO (4236) W 2 dS 1/21/81

LAVENDER ELF (4237) OV 2 d S 1/21/81

LA VIOLETTA (4238) OV 3 d L 1/21/81

LOVE IN BLOOM (4239) D-B 2 d S 1/21/81

MINDY (4240) O 2 dS 1/21/81

PEACH PIE (4241) PX 2 d S 1/21/81

PLAYMATE (4242) WL-P 9dL 1/21/81

PLAYMOOR (4243) D-B 3 d S 1/21/81

PRIMO (4244) D-BW-E 2 dS 1/21/81

ROJO GRANDE (4245) RW-E 2 d S 1/21/81

RUBY CLEAR (4246) R 39 d L 1/21/81

SAN FELIPE (4247) D-B 7 d S 1/21/81

SOLO (4248) OW-E 3dL 1/21/81

UTZ BILLIE (4249) D-B 3 d L 1/21/81

UTZ DELIGHT (4250) RW-E 3 d S 1/21/81

UTZ ENCHANTMENT (4251) P3dS 1/21/81

UTZ SINCERELY (4252) PR & W-E 1/21/81

Hortense Pittman, 12406 Alexandria, San Antonio, TX 78233

DARK HORSE (4253) R-V 359 d & s-d S 1/21/81

Alayne Whitten, 3911 Belmar Blvd., Neptune, NJ 07753

CRYSTAL RONALD REAGAN (4254) D-R 7 sfc S 1/29/81

Crystal Huebscher, 2920 W. 16th St., Panama City, FL 32401

MISS CAPITAL CITY (4255) WL-P 2 dS 1/29/81

Crystal City AVS, Mrs. Jeff E. Fuller, 3412 S. Perry St., Mont¬
gomery, AL 36105

AUTUMN PLUM (4256) RX 39 s L 1/29/81

Violet Gardens, 160 N. Montgomery St., San Jose, CA 95110

KYLE (4257) V 25 d M 2/9/81

MIDNIGHT WANDER (4258) D-V-B 29 s-d S-M-T 2/9/81

PERKY (4259) M-RW-E 35 M 2/9/81

SUGAR BABY (4260) W 35 df M 2/9/81

TOM THUMB (4261) BW-E 29 d M 2/9/81

Pat's Flowerland, Box 237, Stroud, Ont., Canada LOL 2M0

SKAGIT ADORABLE (4262) M-P 237 2/9/81
SKAGIT ALAMODE (4263) VX 23 a-d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT ALOHA (4264) V 23 sc S 2/9/81
SKAGIT AMBASSADOR (4265) M-BX 5 sf S 2/9/81
SKAGIT BABY JOY (4266) WP 23 s-d M 2/9/81
SKAGIT DARLING (4267) WP 237 s-d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT DUCHESS (4268) P 23 d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT DUKE (4269) M-B 57 df S 2/9/81
SKAGIT ECLAIR (4270) M-B 5 sfc S 2/9/81
SKAGIT ELDORADO (4271) L-B 45 d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT FIESTA (4272) P-RW-E 237 d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT HERITAGE (4273) D-B 23 d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT HOLIDAY (4274) M-PG-E s-df S 2/9/81
SKAGIT JOYFUL (4275) D-V 23 s-d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT KING (4276) BX 237 s S 2/9/81
SKAGIT LIL DEVIL (4277) V 23 d M 2/9/81
SKAGIT LIL GEM (4278) P-VX 4 s-d M 2/9/81
SKAGIT LOVESONG (4279) P-OX 237 s-d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT MAGIC (4280) L-PX 23 s-d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT PETITE GIFT (4281) M-PW-E 4 s-d M 2/9/81
SKAGIT QUEEN (4282) PW-E 237 s-d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT RADIANCE (4283) L-P 23 d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT SPECIAL (4284) RV 23 d S 2/9/81
SKAGIT SUNSHINE (4285) PV 57 sf S 2/9/81
SKAGIT SUPREME (4286) M-BX 5 df S 2/9/81
SKAGIT SWINGER (4287) M-BW-E 237 s S 2/9/81
SKAGIT TINY FIRE (4288) D-VX 23 s-d M 2/9/81
SKAGIT TINY LIMELITE (4289) WPG 45 s-d M 2/9/81
SKAGIT TOY WHITECAP (4290) W 45 df M 2/9/81 '

SKAGIT WEE LASSY (4291) VX 4 s M 2/9/81

Wayne Lindstrom, 3632 No. Woodland PL, Mount Vernon, WA

98273

PINKS ALL OVER (4292) PX 7 s-df S 2/12/81

Violet Gardens, 160 N. Montgomery St., San Jose, CA 95110

CAMELOT PINK (4293) L-M-PW-E 2 df L 2/21/81
CAPISTRANO (4294) B-OW-E 29 s-dc L 2/21/81
CRYST ALLAIRE (4295) M-BW-E 29 dc L 2/21/81
DARK ILLUSION (4296) D-P 23 s-dc L 2/21/81
GRANGER'S CALAIS (4297) R-OW 5 sf L 2/21/81
GRANGER'S CARNIVAL (4298) R-OW 5 s-d L 2/21/81
GRANGER'S COTILLION (4299) L-P 29 d L 2/21/81
GRANGER'S FROSTFIRE (4300) RW-E 279 d L 2/21/81
GRANGER'S MARDI GRAS (4301) R-OW-E 5 dfc L 2/21/81
GRANGER'S NORMANDY (4302) R-OW-E 5 s-df L 2/21/81
GRANGER'S POLARIS (4303) W 29 sc L 2/21/81
GRANGER'S ROSEMARIE (4304) R-OW-E 5 sf S 2/21/81
GRANGER'S SPRINGTIME (4305) WP-E 2dS 2/21/81
GRANGER'S TRANQUILITY (4306) WP-E 45 sf S 2/21/81
GRANGER'S VENUS (4307) W 29 dc L 2/21/81
KINGWOOD RED (4308) R2dS 2/21/81
ROSE REVERIE (4309) R-OW-E 5 df S 2/21/81
ROSE SONNET (4310) L-PX 23 df L 2/21/81
RUSSETONE (4311) R-OX 29 d L 2/21/81
WHITE CRUSADER (4312) W 23 s-df L 2/21/81
WINTERSET (4313) W2dL 2/21/81
Granger Gardens, Medina, OH

AMETHYST FLAME (4314) L-OX 237 d S 2/27/81
FIRST STAR (4315) D-B 237 sc S 2/27/81
HOLLY'S FIRST (4316) R-PW 237 d S 2/27/81
HOLLY'S NIGHTSONG (4317) D-B 237 df S 2/27/81
LAURA MAE (4318) PX 237 d S 2/27/81
LINNA CHRISTINA (4319) R-V 237 s S 2/27/81
PRECIOUS MEMORY (4320) PX 237 s-d S 2/27/81
TWILIGHT BLUES (4321) D-B 237 sf S 2/27/81
HoUyce Smith, Rt. 2, Box 248 B, Rogersville, MO 65742

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RESERVATIONS

The following reservations have been received during the same
period as above.

LITTLE ALICE * ALL A FANTASY * HOT TIPS * MY LOU *
SHOW AND TELL * SOGHME' * TEXAS ROSE * TIPT
TOO (1/6/81)

Candy Russell

XANADU (1/7/81)

Juan Aubuchon, 7330 Leona St., St. Louis, MO 63116

DIB'S SWEET KISS * DIB'S SUPER SUE * DIB'S STACATO *
DIB'S MIZ UNIVERSE * DIB'S CHALLENGE * DIB'S BLARNIE *
DIB'S BIG FOOTE * DIB'S AZURE MIST (1/7/81)

DiB's African Violets, 318 Maple St., Albion, MI 49224

ICELAND * ICE CASTLES * HONEYSUCKLE ROSE (1/9/81)

Marie Dattalo, 5900 39th St., Groves, TX 77619

PRECIOUS PAMELA * WOLVERINE SUNBIRD * WOLVERINE
SKYLARK * WOLVERINE SUGAR LOAF * WOLVERINE CABER-
FAE * MICHIGAN WOLVERINE (1/12/81)

Leix's Village Violetry, 4785 W. Center St., P.O. Box 238, Mill¬
ington, MI 48746

TANGUERAY PUFF * NUTHER NIFTY * KALAMAZOO *
MOONSHINE * TEQUILA PUFF * SUNSHINE (1/23/81)

Marcia Boer, 2030 Dakota Ave., Modesto, CA 95351

HONEY GLAZED * FRENZED RUBY * ICED WATERMELLON *
WINE SPLASHED * TITAN'S MIST * SATURN RINGS * INDIGO
'N SNOW * RASPBERRY FROST * STRAWBERRY CREAM *
STRAWBERRY CHIFFON * ICY LAVENDER * ALICE CHARLES *
FROSTED LILAC * BLUEBERRY MUFFINS * TANGERINE ICE *
LILLIE TRIMBLE * CALICO SPRITE * ICE PRINCESS *
SEDGEFIELD * WISTERIA FRILLS * PURPLE SLEET * PINK
CHAMPAGNE * MOONSHADOWS * LUCKY STREAK * CYAN
RAYS (1/24/81)

Violets Atlanta, Box 91345, Atlanta, GA 30364

GYPSY BELLS * FIRST LOVE * PINK DAZZLER * COPPER PEN¬
NIES * LOOK AGAIN * ELECTRIC COWBOY * LITTLE STAR¬
LET * HOCUS POCUS * CUTIE PIE * SIN-SATIONAL * FIRST
PRIZE * MISS PRISS * KISSING SWEET * HUM DINGER *
CLASSY LASS * TAR BABY * TIGER EYES * HOT SHOT * PIXIE
BELLS * FRECKLE FACE * ANGEL EYES * DISCO DOLL *
DALLAS * TINY MOONBEAMS (1/23/81)

Candy Phillips, Rt. 5 Box 1618, College Station, TX 77840

APACHE TEARS * POGO * PENNY CANDY (1/28/81)

Dorothy Harris, 3539 W. 41st PL, Tulsa, OK 74107

HUBBA HUBBA * THINK PINK (1/28/81)

Pat Robinson, 1641 Bruce Ln., Green Bay, WI 54303

RADIANT DEB * WHITE VELVET (2/15/81)

Bonita White, 6725 E. 51st PL, Tulsa, OK 74145

ELINDA * MARY LOUISE RICHIE * STELLA BY STARLIGHT *
WONDERLOU * MINI PEARL (2/15/81)

Mary K. Neff, 630 Chamberlain Dr., Beaumont, TX 77707

ROY'S BEAUTIFUL DREAMER * JACKIE'S FIRST * JACKIE'S
TOM TOM * JACKIE'S KEN STAR * WHISPERING HOPE *
RENAISSANCE ROSE * JACKIE'S ROSEMARY (2/19/81)
Jacqueline J. Muster, 10061 Portage St., NW Canal Fulton,

OH 44614

CORRECTIONS

AVANELLE #3893 3/28/80 A. C. Bollar (change description to
White, Lt. to Medium Blue marks from center. Wavy scalloped
foliage. Double standard. Take girl foliage off.)

CHANGES MADE IN REGISTRATION NUMBERS

Please note change in registration number and make corrections in
your March 1981 registration list.

HER CHOICE (4322) PX 2 df S 11/19/79

C. Raskopf

HER DREAM (4323) L-PX 2dS 11/19/79

C. Raskopf

HER MA JESTY (4324) M-P 2 d S 11/19/79

C. Raskopf

HER PRINCESS (4325) M-PX 5 df S 11/19/79

C. Raskopf

HER WEAKNESS (4326) M-PX 2 s S 11/19/79

C. Raskopf

HIS ANGEL (4327) D-P 2 d S 11/19/79

C. Raskopf

HIS CHOICE (4328) RX 589 sfc S 11/19/79

C. Raskopf

HIS DREAM (4329) D-RX 2 df S 11/19/79

C. Raskopf

MY EYE (4330) M-PX 2s S 11/19/79

S[ING

EVENTS

JUNE 6-7 ILLINOIS — A school for judging, sponsored by the
Rainbow AV Club will be held at Howard Johnson's (US 51 at US
20) in Rockford. Teacher Jeannine Achauer. Registration with a
$15. (X) fee must be mailed by June 1. Open to anyone interested in
becoming a judge, reviewing or just seeking more knowledge.
School chairman, Florise M. Hogan, 1220 31st, Rockford, IL 61108.

JUNE 13-14 NEW YORK — The New York State Judges Council
meeting and New York State AVS Spring meeting will be at the Holi¬
day Inn on Staten Island.

JUNE 14 WEST VIRGINIA — The Tygarts Valley AVS will hold a
plant exhibit, "Valley of the Violet", at the Rural Life and Retreat
Center at Huttonsville. Time 1-5 p.m. Deborah D. Wood, Chair¬
man. Free admission and open to the public.

JUNE 27-28 CALIFORNIA — Ventura County AVS will co-host a
judged show/plant sale with begonias, fuchsias and bonsai societies
of Ventura County; "Spectacular Exotics", Ventura County
Fairgrounds. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. both days.

AUG. 27-28 MINNESOTA — The AVS of Minnesota will present
"African Violets at the Fair — Ten Years in Review" at the
Minnesota State Fair, St. Paul, MN in the Horticulture Building.
Aug. 27-28, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Show chairman, Ken Rein, Cochairman,
Ken Ellis.

SEPT. 5 SOUTH AFRICA - Cape AVS will hold its first show at
the Claremont Civic Centre. More information can be had by calling
Mrs. Duncan, Mrs. Greef, or Mrs. Tredoux. Sanlam Centre has also
asked for a violet promotion display for Mother's Day. This will be
the first African violet only show.

OCT. 9-11 NEW YORK — The New York State AVS will hold
their Convention and Show in Niagra Falls, theme "Niagra's Rain¬
bow of Violets" at the Holiday Inn.

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Honor Roll Of
African Violets

Mrs. Leon (Irene) Fiedler
Rt. 1

Prescott, WI 54021

To be on the Honor Roll, a variety must have appeared on the Best Varieties List for five consecutive years.

1970

Strawberry Shortcake No. 1509 (Taylor)
Jolly Giant No. 1549 (Lyon)

My Darling (Luciano)

Purple Choice (Lyon)

Red Honey No. 1551 (Lyon)

Cousin Janet No. 1547 (Lyon)

Icy Peach No. 1642 (Lyon)

1971

Lullaby No. 1783 (Granger)

Pink Jester No. 1598 (Granger)

Prom Queen No. 1533 (Granger)

Henny Backus No. 1725 (Lyon)

Hello Dolly No. 1641 (Lyon)

Tinted Frills (Lyon)

Red Cavalier (Lyon)

Janny No. 1527 (Granger)

Happy Time No. 1866 (Lyon)

Wrangler No. 1731 (Lyon)

Magnifica No. 1643 (Lyon)

Alakazam No. 1723 (Lyon)

Cochise (Lyon)

Emperor No. 1597 (R. J. Raylor)

Ruby (Lyon)

1972

No African violets qualified.

1973

Autumn Russet No. 1777 (Granger Gardens)
Charm Glow No. 1779 (Granger Gardens)
Granger Garden's Pied Piper No. 2021
(Granger Gardens)

1974

Ann Slocomb No. 1907 (Lanigan)

Blizzard (Lyon)

Bullseye (Lyon)

Creekside Moonbeam (Bea Mills)

Dazzling Deceiver No. 1865 (Lyon)
Rhapsodie Claudia (Holtkamp)

Rhapsodie Gisela (Holtkamp)

Rhapsodie Elfriede (Holtkamp)

Triple Threat No. 1989 (Lyon)

1975

Brigadoon No. 1014 (Granger Gardens)
African Violet Magazine, June 1981

Butterfly White No. 1983 (Lyndon Lyon)

Blue Reverie No. 2013 (Granger Gardens)

After Dark No. 2117 (Richter)

Firebird No. 2018 (Granger Gardens)

Granger's Carefree No. 2221 (Granger Gardens)
Jingle Bells (Richter)

Rhapsodie Gigi (Holtkamp)

Rhapsodie Ophelia (Holtkamp)

1976

Fashionaire No. 2223 (Granger)

Nancy Reagan No. 2167 (Rienhardt)

Happy Harold No. 2165 (Rienhardt)

Top Dollar No. 2168 (Rienhardt)

Poodle Top No. 2053 (Tinari)

Chanticleer No. 1386 (Granger)

Jennifer No. 2006 (Tinari)

Royalaire No. 2023 (Granger)

Floral Fantasy No. 1986 (Lyon)

Softique No. 1957 (Richter)

Granger's Peach Frost No. 2216 (Granger)
Granger's Peppermint No. 2227 (Granger)

Pink Panther No. 2108 (Lyon)

1977

Garnet Elf No. 2339 (Granger)

Like Wow No. 2329 (Lyon)

Mary D No. 2675 (Maas)

Miriam Steel No. 2276 (Granger)

1978

Ballet Lisa No. 2898 (Geo. J. Ball Inc.)

Cordelia No. 2466 (Lyon)

Granger's Pink Swan No. 2577 (Granger)
Pocono Mountain (De Sandis)

Richter's Step Up No, 2458 (Richter)

Starshine No. 2349 (Granger)

Whirlaway No. 2210 (Lyon)

Wisteria No. 2056 (Tinari)

1979

Ballet Marta No. 2899 (Geo. J. Ball Inc.)

Blue Storm No. 2464 (Lyon)

Christmas Holly (Reed)

Double Black Cherry No. 1178 (Anderson)
Dora Baker No. 2084 (Vem Lorenzen)

Duet (Richter)

Granger's Musetta No. 2575 (Granger)

Granger's Serenity No. 2578 (Granger)

Granger's Swiss Ballet No. 2579 (Granger)

Like Wow Sport (Lyon)

Rhapsodie Mars (Holtkamp)

Spring Deb No. 2348 (Granger)

Vem's Delight No. 2271 (Vern Lorenzen)

1980

Becky No. 2669 (Maas)

Coral Caper No. 2727 (Lyon)

Corpus Christ! No. 3075 (Utz)

Crimson Frost No. 2706 (Granger)

Edith Peterson No. 2561 (Constantinov)

Gotcha No. 2205 (Lyon)

Granger's Eternal Snow No. 2573 (Granger)
Granger's Regina No. 2716 (Granger)

Lavender Tempest No. 2709 (Granger)

Midget Bon Bon No. 2280 (Champion)

Mrs. Greg No. 2361 (Vem Lorenzen)

Pink Viceroy No. 2714 (Granger)

Pixie Blue No. 2598 (Lyon)

Sailor's Dream No. 3108 (Kolb Greenhouse)

Tina No. 2680 (Maas)

The King No. 2698 (Maas)

The Parson's Wife No. 2317 (Rev. Blades)

- # -

Underwater Arrangements

Mary V. Boose
9 Turney Place
Trumbull, CT 06611

Have you seen the lovely Bubble Bowl entries in
judged shows? You can make one! They are not hard
to do.

There are rules, just as there are in design entries.
No foliage should be above the water. Foliage should
not touch the side of the bowl. A card should be
placed with the entry, telling the blossoms and
foliage used.

Now go to work! The bowl should be sparkling
clean. Choose a pin holder with fine needles. Make a
circle with floral clay or Moratite. Press this on the
bottom of the pin holder, place in the middle of the
bowl. Press firmly all around. No water should be
able to get under this. The bowl may be done days
before using.

Choose your foliage carefully, evergreens and ivy
are good. Many varieties are available. Use small
leafed varieties. Wash foliage.

Your blossoms should be fresh. Cut the stem long
and place in a container of water. Recut the stem
under water. I use a razor blade for this. The cells
close quickly, by cutting under water, the stem can

absorb as much as it needs. Handle your blossoms
carefully, if you crush them, the color may bleed in
the water.

Place your tallest piece of foliage in the pin holder,
leaving about 1" below the top of the bowl. Remove,
then cut pieces to form your line and in your mind's
eye, choose your blossoms accordingly. Light
blossoms should be at the top and darker ones at
the bottom. Wind thread around foliage and blos¬
som stems to hold in place. Tuck blossom stem
behind foliage.

When using a closed bowl, keep your design sim¬
ple. Do not use too much foliage. Here you are work¬
ing with the base. There is always a bubble at the top
of a closed bowl. Be sure to allow space at the top.
Thread may be used at the bottom to hold foliage
and blossom stem together. The blossom will be
suspended in the water. Be sure it is well anchored.
This must be turned up side down into the water,
tighten base firmly. Water magnifies, do not use too
large a blossom. Even one well placed blossom makes
a pretty picture.

I like an open bowl for a crescent design. Use a
piece of wire that you can bend easily, it should be
about the depth of the bowl. Use matching thread to
wrap thread and foliage together. Start at one end
and have foliage slightly beyond the wire, wrap
tightly. Go about two-thirds of the way, then work
from the other end. Have the wire straight when you
do this. Submerge in water until you are ready to
use. Recut blossom stems. Start at the end and work
toward the joint. Wind thread around blossom stem
and foliage. The largest blossom should be at the
joint. Do not crowd, when you form the crescent,
the blossoms will be brought together. Form crescent
and press firmly into pin holder.

Boil 1 tsp. of Borax and 1 qt. water. Allow to cool
to room temperature. This avoids air bubbles. Warm
water softens the bloom. Fill bowl with water.

Have you seen colored water in a Bubble Bowl? It's
pretty. The only color I would use would be blue.
Since the sky reflects on water, the water then looks
blue. Then you would be using blue and/or white
blossoms. Other colors would look distorted. This
needs testing. Add one drop of food coloring at a
time until you get the right shade. Try one some
time. Practice makes perfect. You may receive a Blue
Ribbon at Show Time.

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PLEASE BE PATIENT

If your article or picture has not been printed in the
magazine please be patient. As soon as space is
available, it will be used.

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Affiliate ‘appenings

L\/ndall Owens
377 Guilford Park
Conroe, TX 77302

(ATTENTION AFFLIATES: The Magazine will list only top honors received at your shows. This will include: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette). Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette). Best in Show, Second Best in Show, Best in Design, Best Trailer, Best Miniature, Best
Semiminiature, Best Gesneriad, Sweepstakes winner.)

Many of you continue to send in too much information, which we cannot print because of lack of space. Please read following writeups
and follow similar style when sending in your shows.

The ATCHAFALAYA AVS of Louisiana had as its theme "Violet
Fiesta" with Y. George Ramirez, Jr. serving as show chairman. Win¬
ners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Heart's Desire' Largo',
'Swinging Star', Best in Show, 'Heart's Desire', Second Best in Show,
'Ms Pretty', Best Trailer, 'Rosalie's Trailer', Sweepstakes winner (69
Blue ribbons). Marguerite DePriest; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'Montgomery Belle', Granger's 'Grenoble',
Granger's 'White Cockatoo', George Ramirez; Best in Design, 'Violet
Fiesta', L. T. Ozio, Jr.; Best Miniature, 'Pretty Baby', Martha Dyson;
Best Semiminiature, 'Little Jim', Alice Ramirez; Best Gesneriad,
Chirita Lavandulacea, Alice Marceaux.

This was the 25th Annual Dixie AVS Convention with AVS OF
BEAUMONT, TX serving as host club. Mrs. Henry Bray was show
chairman and the theme for the show was "Dixie Goes Western".
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette) 'Maude Cook',
'Mister Gus', Reed's 'Montgomery Bell', Nora Hartzog, Nederland,
TX; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette). Granger's 'Blue
Magnum', 'Elusive Butterfly', 'Florida', Runner-up to Queen, 'White
Elf', Sweepstakes winner. Opal Looper, Port Arthur, TX (member
of AVS of Beaumont); Queen of Show, 'Cotton Bowl', Mrs. Wesley
Diver, Leander, TX; Best in Design, Artistic planting, Betty Bryant,
Tomball, TX; Arrangement, Suzy Johnson, Orlando, FL; Best
Trailer, 'Lil Creeper', Lawanda Hartman, Jacksonville, FL; Best
Miniature, 'Little Rascal', Best Semiminiature, 'Barr's Blue Bird',
Best Gesneriad, Episcia 'Ruby Red Dress', Florence Walker,
Seabrook, TX.

The BATON ROUGE AVS with Frances Spear serving as show
chairman had as a theme "Violets — Louisiana's laganiappe". Win¬
ners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Starshine', Granger's
'Wonderland', 'Something Special', Sweepstakes winner, Josie
Ragusa; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Mrs. Greg',
'Crimson Frost', 'Anne's Favorite, Best in Design, "Louisiana
Wildlife", Nellois Gremillion; Best in show. Granger's 'Wonderland';
Second Best in Show, Fredette's 'Sugar Blues'; Best Miniature, 'Wee
Lass', Linda Long; Best Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck'; Best
Gesneriad, 'Cleopatra', Ruth Jones.

BLOOMIN' VIOLET CLUB of Fort Worth, TX had as its theme
"Fountain of Violets". Winners: Best in Show, 'Gypsy Pink', Best in
Design, "Underwater Fountain", Best Trailer, 'Pixie Pink', Mrs.
W. B. Stallings; Second Best in Show, 'Tiger', Mrs. Willis Pirkel;
Best Miniature, 'Bionic Pink', Mrs. Marie Powell. Mrs. Gordon M.
Nettleton was Show Chairman.

The BREVARD AVS of Cocoa, FL held their show "Violets —
Cupid's Gift to St. Valentine" with these winners: Best AVSA Collec¬
tion (gold rosette), 'Sparkling Wine', 'Alouette', 'Jack Swift', Best in
show, 'Alouette', Best in design, "Love In Bloom", Bob Green;
Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Winter Grape',
'Bahama Mama', 'Mulberry Mist', Best Trailer, 'Marine Blue Lou',
Best Miniature, 'Mini Miioc', Best Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck',
Sweepstakes winner, DoDe Whitaker; Second Best in show.

'Autumn Fancy', Linda Keith; Best Gesneriad, 'Kohleria Erinoides',
Jan Jensen. Show chairman, Ms. Stephi Merlino.

CENTRAL FLORIDA AVS Orlando had a theme of "For Love of
Violets" for their show with Mrs. Charles Midgett show chairman.
Winners: AVSA Best collection (gold rosette), 'Nancy Reagan', 'Top
Dollar', 'Sundown', Second best in show, 'Sundown', Best Trailer,
'Pixie Blue', Mrs. Scott D'Amron; Second Best AVSA collection
(purple rosette), 'Mark', 'David Cornell', 'Something Special', Best
in show, 'Mark', Best Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck', Sweepstakes
winner, Mrs. William E. Soule; Best in design, Mrs. H. Steven
Johnson; Best miniature, 'Bionic Pink', Mrs. Fred Droege; Best
Gesneriad, E. 'Faded Jade', Mrs. Joseph E. Shea.

"Violets in Concert" was the theme of the CENTRAL JERSEY
AVS, with Mrs. William L. Imhof as show chairman. Winners: Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Amazing Grace', 'Pink Blueberry',
'Corpus Christ!', Best in Show, 'Royal Hussy', Second Best in Show,
'Little Eva', Best in Design "Blue Grass", Best Trailer, 'Pixie Blue',
Best Miniature 'Little Eva', Best Semiminiature, 'Kuddly',
Best Gesneriad, Alsobia dianthaflora. Sweepstakes winner,
Nancy Imhof.

The CORPUS CHRISTI AVS had as its theme "Violet Nostalgia",
at its show. Mrs. Renai Baker was show chairman. Winners: Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Lullaby', 'Tommie Lou', 'Cotton
Bowl', Best in Show, 'Lullaby', Second Best in Show, 'Tommie Lou',
Glenda Ehrlich; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette),
'Silver Lining', 'Night Magic', 'Sugar Blues', Best Semiminiature,
'Irish Angel', Sweepstakes winner, Virginia Thompson; Best in
Design "Grandma's Porch Swing", Ray Lange.

Mrs. Charles E. Spencer was Show Chairman for the FIRST AVS
of Wichita Falls, TX. Theme was "Violet Masterpieces". Winners:
Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Nancy Reagan', 'The King',
'Becky', Sweepstakes winner, Mrs. Mike Elmore; Second Best AVSA
Collection, (purple rosette), 'Heart's Desire' (Granger), 'The King',
'Jason', Best Trailer 'Happy Trails', Mrs. B. T. Haws; Best in Show,
'Tiger', Mrs. Charles Davis; Best in Design, "Small Bouquet of
Flowers", Mrs. Charles Spencer; Best Miniature, 'Lil Critter', Best
Semiminiature, 'Cupie Doll', Mrs. Albert Lowke, Jr.; Best
Gesneriad, E 'Silver Skies' and Sinningia 'Snowflake', Mrs.
J. M. Walbrick.

The HRST NEW ORLEANS AVS show was held with a theme
"Wrap It Up With Violets". Marie Hughes was show chairman. Win¬
ners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Vibrant Val', 'Autumn
Fancy', 'Superfection', Best Miniature, Sweepstakes winner. Penny
Brenner; Best in Show, 'Leatrice', Barbara Sisk; Second Best
in Show, 'Sanibel', Best Semiminiature, Dot Williams; Best in
Design, Susan Guffey; Best Trailer, Debbie Minton; Best Gesneriad,
Shirley Goslee.

FLORIDA AVS had as its theme "Violets Highlight Horida". Jud

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Hayes was the show chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection
(gold rosette), 'Cornucopia', 'Coral Satin', 'Delaware', Sweepstakes
winner in Design, Bob Green; Second Best AVSA Collection ( purple
rosette), 'China Pink', 'Happy Harold', 'Tiger', Louis Hanson; Best
in Show, 'Polaris', Sweepstakes winner (horticulture). Lea Plaire;
Second Best in Show, 'Snowy Trail', Best Trailer, 'Snowy Trail',
Lawanda Hartman; Best in Design, "Darkest Africa", Edna Buchta;
Best Miniature, 'Tidee Bug', Norma Leto; Best Semiminiature, 'Hi-
Jinks', Judy Partain; Best Gesneriad, Nymph Streptocarpus 'Lil Sis',
Marvin Plaire.

"Flying High With Violets" was the theme of the FORT WORTH
AVS show. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'June
Swift', 'Star Wars', 'Nancy Reagan', Best in Show, 'Mrs. K', Best
Variegate, 'June Swift', Mrs. B. L. Jackson; Second Best AVSA Col¬
lection (purple rosette), 'Poodle Top', 'Garnet Elf, 'Cotton Bowl',
Best Single Violet, 'Garnet Elf, Mrs. C. W. Cramm; Lone Star AV
Collection, 'Cotton Bowl', 'Honey Bun', 'Southland Rose', Best
Double, 'Cotton Bowl', Mrs. E. H. Wilhite; Best in Design, Artistic
Plantings, Best Trailer, 'Snowy Trail', Mrs. Raymond Carr, Jr.; Best
Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck', Mrs. Rodney M. Fergon; Best
Gesneriad, S. 'Blue Concord', Mrs. Robert Early. Mrs. Robert D.
Early was show chairman.

The HAINES CITY AVS of Florida sponsored a show "Violets
Around The Clock" with Mrs. John Weddle serving as show chair¬
man. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Mark',
'Begnet', 'Tiger', Best in Show, 'Tiger', Second Best in Show, 'Mark',
Amelia Outlaw; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette),
'French Lilac', 'Nancy Reagan', 'B. Marta', Best in Design, "Tea
Time", Sweepstakes winner, Dora DiLorenzo; Best Miniature,
'Spritely', Best Semiminiature, 'Wild Lemon', Best Gesneriad, 'Early
Bird' — Columnea, Mrs. Warren B. Partain.

JEFFERSON AV ASSOCIATIONS show was conducted by Deb¬
bie Schulingkamp of Metairie, LA, as show chairman. Theme, "A
Fantasy of Violets". Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Mark', 'Silver Lining', 'Southland Jungle', Best in Show, 'Mark',
Audrey Voorhees; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette),
'Little Angel', 'Little Jim', 'Icicle Trinkef, Best Trailer, ‘Pink Star
Lou', Best Miniature, 'Mini Mignon', Best Gesneriad, Aeschynan-
thus 'Black Pagoda', Wayne Voorhees; Second Best in Show,
'Kuddly', Best Semiminiature, 'Kuddly', Patsy Clement; Best in
Design, Sweepstakes winner, Genelle Belou.

Jan Meche was the show chairman for the LAFAYETTE AVC with
"African Queen" the ‘theme. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette), 'Chanticleer', 'Mary D', 'Dyn-O-Mite', Best in Show,
'Chanticleer', Best in Design, Juanita Guilbeau; Second Best in
Show, 'Wonderland', Best Semiminiature, 'Kuddly', Sweepstakes
winner, Nan Rawls; Best Trailer, 'Mountain Mist', Best Miniature,
'Tiny Rose', Irma Wiggins; Best Gesneriad, E. 'Smoky Emerald',
Deborah Burleigh.

The METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS AVS presented its annual
show "Prelude to Spring" with 14 clubs participating. Winners: Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Winter Grape', 'Tiger', 'Something
Special', Hazel McGrievy; Second Best AVSA CoUection (purple
rosette), 'Red-Hot-Lu', 'Virginia', 'Tina', Mrs. Gary Ga^; Best in
Show, 'Heather Blue', Shirley Berger; Second Best in Show, 'Happy
Harold', Mary Ann Switzer; Best in Design, "Noting Time", Mrs.
H. L. Holt; Best -Trailer, 'Pixie Pink', Mrs. R. Martin; Best
Miniature, 'High Stepper', Mrs. John Crayton; Best Semiminiature,
'Zanzibar', Jackie Baumhauer; Best Gesneriad, (tie) Episcia
'Cleopatra', Sweepstakes winner, Shirley Kloepper; Sinningia
'Brighteyes', Mrs. Harold Russel. Show chairman, Mrs. J. W. Reitz.

MID-AMERICA AVS of Kansas City held its show, "Violet
Holidays" with these wiimers: AVSA 1st Collection (gold rosette).

'Jimmy Carter', 'French Lilac', 'Gail', Best in Show, 'Jimmy Carter',
Sweepstakes (32 blue ribbons), Judi Britton; AVSA 2nd Collection
(purple ro^tte), 'Do-Si-Do', 'Millie Blair', 'Mohawk', Harry Spitler;
Best Miniature, 'Beginner's Luck', Gene Loveland; Best
Semiminiature, 'Autumn Lou', Best Trailer, 'Trail Along', Best
Gesneriad, 'Episcia Hirsute', Runner-up to Sweepstakes (30 blue rib¬
bons), Sue Hill; Best in Design, Jay Crangle, President is Sue Hill.

MIRACLE STRIP AVS of Panama City, R had as its theme for
their show "Holiday Hearts With Violets". Mary A. Todd served as
show chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette)
'Wonderland', 'Coral Radience', 'Colorado'; Second Best AVSA
Collection (purple rosette), 'Ballet Marta', 'Glad Rags', 'Mary D’;
Best in Show, 'Marta'; Second Best in Show, 'Wonderland'; Best in
Design, "Labor Day — Result of Labor or Work"; Best Trailer, 'Blue
Sprite'; Best Miniature, 'Midget Bon Bon'; Best Semiminiature, 'Dear
Ellie'; Best Gesneriad, 'Pink Brocade'. Sweepstakes winner was
Lucile Wasson.

Jeanne Donaldson served as show chairman for SARASOTA
COUNTY AVS show, "Violets Sing of Love". Winners: AVSA Best
Collection (gold rosette), 'Something Special', 'Glad Rags', 'Mark',
Sweepstakes winner, Daphene Radford; Second Best AVSA Collec-.
tion (purple rosette), 'China Pink', 'Penny Brenner', 'Saltwater
Taffy', Ethel Sperl; Best in Show 'Kermif, Second Best in show,
'Spearmint', Best Trailer, 'Snowy Trails', Best Miniature, 'Simply
Pink', Best Semiminiature, 'Little Delight', Linda Thompson; Best in
Design, "Loves' Old Sweet Song", Jeanne Donaldson.

"Stairway to the Stars" was the theme of the SOUTH RORIDA
AVC with Kathy Sabatino serving as chairman. Winners: Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Maryland', 'Something Special',
'Hand Pinked', Best in Show, 'Farmer's Daughter', Best in Design,
"My Blue Heaven", Best Trailer (junior queen), 'Lora Lou',
Sweepstakes winner, Jane Dulaney; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'Sailors Dream', 'Classic Pink', 'Star Wars', Second
Best in Show, 'Hiawatha', Bonnie Webman; Best Miniature
'Thumbles', Jim Jobb; Best Semiminiature (opposite junior queen),
'Beginner's Luck', Rose Ann Dare; Best Gesneriad, Nematanthus
'Wehsteinii', Bea Gold.

"Bronco Bustin' Violets" was the theme for the SPRING BRANCH
AVC of Houston, TX. Serving as Show chairman was Elaine Click.
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Houston', 'Glad
Rags', 'Something Special', Sweepstakes winner, Lenora Munk;
Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Star's Edge', Bakers
'Dippity Do', 'Tommie Lou’; Second Best in Show, Bakers 'Dippity
Do', Elaine Click; Best in Show, 'Kermit'; Best Gesneriad, Strep¬
tocarpus 'Wieamoor', Nancy Hudson; Best in Design, "Trail
Riders", Meredith Hall; Best Trailer, ‘Santa Fe Trail'; Best Miniature,
'Lil Pinkie'; Best Semiminiature, 'Autumn Lou', Geviene Perkins.

Lee Ann and Jon Alexander served as cochairmen of the SUNSET
VIOLET CLUB of New Orleans. Theme, "Violets Go Country".
Winners: tet AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Alouette', 'Captain's
Lady', 'Sammye Ballard'; B«t in Show, 'Ms. Pretty', Second Best in
Show, 'Distant Thunder', Best in Design, "It's Grand Old Opry
Time", Best Gesneriad, Strep. 'Lil Sis', Sweepstakes Winner, Jon
and Lee Alexander; Best Trailer, 'Pioneer Trail', tet Miniature,
'Little Red', Best Semiminiature, 'Autumn Lou', Richard and Bar¬
bara Donlon.

SWEETWATER AVS of New York had as its theme, "Violets Go
To School": Jane Hiltz and Carolee Olsen served as Cochairmen.
Winnfers: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Tiger', Granger,
'Startlee', Grangers 'Wonderland'; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'The King', 'Pink 'N Ink', 'Emperor'; Best in Show,
'Ballet Julia'; Second Best in Show, 'Ballet Marta'; Design
Sweepstakes winner was, Linda Cozart; Best Trailer, 'Rainbow

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Trails'; Best Miniature, 'Mini Minx'; Best Semiminiature, 'Sweet
Treat'; Best Gesneriad, Episcia 'Cupreata'. Jane Hiltz was Hor¬
ticulture Sweepstakes winner.

The TAMPA AVS annual show was held with "Come to our
Violet Fair" as the theme. Winners: AVSA Best Collection (gold
rosette), 'Cheryl's Joy', 'Elusive Butterfly', 'Largo', Best in Show,
'Raphsody Denise', Second Best in Show, 'Glad Rag', Cheryl Hukle;
Best in Design, Artistic planting "Let's Go To The Races", Lucille
Chester; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Blue', Margaret Ritchie; Best Miniature,
'Tiny Fantasy', Sweepstakes winner, Norma Leto; Best
Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck', Dora Lee Dorsey; Best Gesneriad,
Gesneria cuneifolia 'Quebradillas', Doris Dukes. Show chairman
was Dora Odom Dorsey.

The TOP CHOICE AVS of Shreveport, LA had as its theme
"Violets For All Seasons" with Mrs. M. L. Harwell serving as show
chairman. Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Cotton Bowl',
'Mark', 'Charmaine'; Second Best in Show, 'Cotton Bowl', Tied for
Sweepstakes (20 blue ribbons), Mrs. T. K. Thomas; Second Best
AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Tiger', 'Autumn Fancy', 'Good
Luck'; Best in Show, 'Autumn Honey'; Tied for Sweepstakes win¬
ner, (20 blue ribbons), Mrs. O. P. Wilson; Best in Design, Arrange¬
ment, "Winter Wonderland", Mrs. Joe Weaver; Best Artistic plant¬
ing in Design, "Let's Go Fishing", Joe Weaver; Best Trailer, 'Blue
Lou'; Best Gesneriad, E. 'Wine Lagoon', Mrs. M. L. Harwell; Best
Miniature, 'Li'l Critter', Mrs. John Goode; Best Semiminiature,
'Dora Baker', Mrs. Virginia Lewis.

TUCSON AVS of Tucson, AZ had as chairman Mrs. Beverly
Reiter and its theme, "Violets Over The Rainbow". Winners: Best in
Show, 'Jupiter', Mrs. Liz Machado; Second Best in Show, 'Superba',
Sweepstakes winner, Mrs. Joan Dixon; Best in Design, Mrs. Mary
Mulvena; Best Trailer, 'Snowy Trail', Miss Marcia White; Best
Miniature, 'Tasty Treat', James Erjavec.

UPPER PINELLAS AVS of Largo, IT show was served by show
chairman G. M. Cooper with a theme of "African Violets Around
the World". Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Tangela', 'Tiger', 'Grand Finale', Second Best in Show, 'Blue Boy',
Alice Yawger; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette),
'Mark', 'Wonderland', 'Tommie Lou', Judy Stone; Best in Show,
'Snowy Trail', Best Trailer, 'Snowy Trail', Mary L. Johnson; Best in
Design, Design arrangement, Trish Erdoesy; Best Miniature, 'Babe',
Best Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck', Best Gesneriad, 'Pink
Brocade', Sweepstakes winner, Gilbert Cooper.

VIOLET HARMONY CLUB of Fort Worth had as its theme
"Showing Our Stuff", with Mrs. Jack Docy serving as President.
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Irish Angel', 'Little
Jim', 'Window Lace', Best Semiminiature, 'Irish Angel', Best
Gesneriad, Episcia 'Cleopatra', Mrs. J. C. Carpenter; Best in Show,
'Gypsy Pink', Best variegate, 'June Swift', Mrs. Jack Docy; Design
Sweepstakes, Best in Design, "Strutting Our Stuff", Mrs. Hervey S.
Hutchins, III; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Blue', Mrs. L. A. Rex. Mrs. Juanez
M. Holt, Publicity Chairman.

♦

Ode to African Violets

Mrs. L. B. DeHart
413 S. Miles
Abbeville, LA 70510

I had a little violet given me by you . . . Brought
me another and then there were two ... So much
pleasure was given to me . . .It wasn't very long
before there were three ... I put out a leaf hoping
for more . . . The next time I counted there were
four . . . Bought a big light for them to survive . . .
Well, wouldn't you know it, there were five . . . It's
like performing magic and doing tricks . . . Aw, go
on, you mean there' re really six? . . . This one has a
face straight out of heaven . . . With it in the group
the count now is seven . . . Say, this table sure
would be great . . . But this one on it that's number
eight ... Of course, I knew it all the time . . . Soon
there would be a number nine . . . "No more," said
I, my will will not bend. You've got to be kidding, is
that really ten? . . . Oh, Well, who counts them any
more . . . Just face the facts there're violets by the
score . . . Each one is lovely and special, you'll see
. . . I'm violet addicted as you soon will be . . .
Come on and join the violet nuts like me . . . And
see how much pleasure there will be . . . Don't
bother counting from the first to the last . . . You
can't keep up, that family grows fast . . . But, what
a pleasure, a wonderful thing to do . . . with that
one little violet from Me to You!

SOIL MIXTURE

Elizabeth S. Behnke, Old Post Farm, RD 2,
Newark, DE 19711 says the following mixture
"recipe" was given to her by her father-in-law, after
he had used it and adds that "this mixture, along
with proper lighting, watering and fertilization (plus
many helpful hints gleaned from other violet enthu¬
siasts) has contributed to very successful violet
culture for me";

SOIL MIXTURE

4 parts peat moss

5 parts Michigan peat

3 parts vermiculite

1 part charcoal

1 part cow manure

Vz part bone meal

V4 part ground limestone

"Part" may be any size measure, depending on the
quantity you wish to prepare. When you have
thoroughly mixed the ingredients, it should be put in
the oven, slightly moistened, covered and heated
to 180° for one hour. This mixture was fine using
clay pots, but as my collection of violets increased,
I switched to plastic pots to avoid watering so
often. Even watering less often I began to develop
rotting roots. A horticulturist advised me to use an
equal amount of perlite and soil in my plantings. I
have had lovely violets for 12 years now using
this combination.

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BOYCE EDENS RESEARCH FUND

Mrs. /. D. (Dorothy) Spence
6808 Duquesne Drive
Austin, TX 78723

Contributions received from Nov. 28, 1980 thru Feb. 28, 1981 are

as follows:

AVS of Canton, OH

in memory of Mrs. Daisy Gossmar ..................... 10.00

"Happiness Is" AVS, Longmont, CA ..................... 10.00

Oakville AVS, Rockwood, Ontario, Canada . . 10.00

AVS of Greater New York, Inc.,

in memory of Elmer Gyurko . . . . . 10.00

Former Maryland State AVS, Inc., Baltimore, MA ........ 219.58

Saintpaulia Society, St, Louis, MO

in memory of Mrs. Daniel Dohm . . . . 10.00

Rayne AVC, LA . . 5.00

YOLO Violeteers AVC, Davis, CO

in memory of Anna Jurinak . . . 10.00

Santa Clara Valley AVC, San Jose, CA . 10.00

Springfield AVS, MO . 5.00

Patriots AVS, Waltham, MA

in memory of Lee Bateson . 10.00

Dazzling Deceivers VC, St. Paul, MN

in memory of Jeanette A. Craighead . 10.00

Sarasota County AVS, FL

in lieu teacher's fee to Mrs. Alice Yawger . 10.00

Sarasota County AVS, FL

in lieu teacher's fee to Mrs. Dorothy Hann . 10.00

First AVC of West Allis, WI . 5.00

Paumanok AVS, Huntington Station, NY . 10.00

AVS of Western NY, Elma, NY

in memory of Mrs. Robert S. Snekser . 10.00

Alamo AVS, San Antonio, TX

in memory of Mrs. Thelma Pursley . 10.00

Town and Country AVS of Painesville, OH . 10.00

AVS of Staten Island, NY . 10.00

Cavalier AVC of St. Louis, MO . 5.00

San Fernando AVS of Sepilveda, CA . 25.00

Green Thumb AVS of Fayetteville, AR . 10.00

Metropolitan AVS of Peoria, IL

in memory of Marie Crow . 10.00

AVS of South Bay, Mt. View, CA . 15.00

Pomona Valley AVi^, Upland, CA

in memory of Betty Weekes . 10.00

Pomona Valley AVA, Upland, CA

in memory of Edward Pease . . . . . . 10.00

AVS of Denver, Chapter#!, Denver, CO . 5.00

Oconomowoc AVS, WI . . 10.00

AVS of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT . . 10.00

AVC of Greenville, SC . . 10.00

Fondy's Everblooming AVS, Fond Du Lac, WI . . 15.00

Saint Paulia Society of Tacoma, WA . 10.00

Capital City AVS, Sacramento, CA ...................... 25.00

Capital City AVS, Sacramento, CA

in memory of Walter Dawes . . . 15. TO

Garden Club of Seymour, CT

in lieu speaker's fee to Mrs. Joseph Adams ............... 25.00

Tustana AVS, Tustin, CA

in memory of Edith Hess . . . 10.00

Portland AVS, Portland, OR

in memory of Thomas Morrison ........................ 5.00

AV Study Club of Birmingham, AL ....................... 5.00

Le Bonnet Bleu Garden Club, Dallas, TX
in lieu speaker’s fee to Mrs, Don Monroe ................ 10.00

Glendale AVS, CA

in memory of Mr. E. H. Pease . . 5.00

Mrs. W. F. Anderson, St. Louis, MO

in memory of Mrs. Theodore Irwin . . 10.00

AVS of Philadelphia, PA

in memory of Mr. Lewis Lyons . . . . . . . 10.00

Albuquerque AVC, NM

in honor of Mrs. Neva Anderson . . . 10.00

Central California AVS, Fresno, CA
in honor of senior member, Mrs. Ada Calhoun .......... 25.00

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A VS A Booster
Fund

Mrs. Arthur F. Boland (Mary A.)

6415 Wilcox Court
Alexandria, VA 22310

Lest we forget those we admire and love, give in their name to the
Booster Fund.

Sunday AV Matinee, WI .........................

Sweetwater AVS, Hauppage, NY ..................

The White Mountain, AVS, Lakeside, AR ..........

Nile Bloomere, AVS, San Jose, CA . .

AVS of San Francisco, CA ........................

Florence Garrity,

in memory of Leslie St. Lawrence and Anna Keck . .

Viva La Violet Club, St. Louis, MO . . . . . . .

Pied Pipers AV

in Jleu of speakers fee for Alma Janus, St. Louis, MO
Leviftown AVS

in lieu of travel expense Mrs. E. Hansen ...........

Rainbow AVC, St. Louis, MO
in memory of Mrs. Ella Joharming ...............

PhyUis Baird, Loui^ Taylor, L. Mueller
in memory of Betty Weeks ......................

Paddock Hills Garden C, MO
in lieu of speakers fee, Neva Andereon ............

ODAVS, VA

in memory of Polly Schmeltzer ..................

Happiness Is, Longmont, CO .....................

Maryland State AVS, Inc, ........................

First AVS of Denton, TX .........................

AVS of Staten Island, NY ........................ .

Green Thumb AVC, Fayetteville, AR ..............

AVS of South Bay, CA ...........................

Saintpaulia Soc. St. Louis, MO
in lieu of speakere fee Neva Anderson ............

Capital City AVS, Sacramento, CA ................

The AVSof Utah ................................

AVS of Greater Kansas City, MO ..................

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Please send COMING EVENTS to the Assis¬
tant Editor — not to the Knoxville office!

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Light-Garden Pays Its Own Way

by Bev Martin
145 Duncan Drive

Fort McMurray, Alberta Canada T9K iCl

There must be hundreds of indoor light-gardens
across the country that delight their owners with
African violet blooms all year round. But how many
of those can boast that they pay their own way? My
light garden does just that. I no longer have to dip in¬
to my own pocket to buy potting supplies and all the
sundry extras to continue my indoor gardening hob-
by.

How did this come about? Well, it all began two
years ago when I first brought home a large, three¬
tiered light garden.

I had always enjoyed flowering violets on my win¬
dowsills during the warm sunny months of the year,
but as the weather grew colder, I was forced to move
them into the warmth of the room and away from
the bright day light. The outside temperatures here in
Fort McMurray, Alberta, where I live, can drop to
-30' to -50 'C for days at a time during the winter, so
the windowsills are just too chilly for my violets.

Besides, the daylight hours dwindle to the hours
between 9 and 3 o'clock, leaving little time for the
sun to reach in my window. So during the long
winters, I would get the occasional bloom, but for
the most part had to be content with greenery for five
or six months of the year.

When I brought my light-garden home and set it
up in the basement, this all changed. To my absolute
delight, I found that I could have a profusion of
bloom all winter long. I would bring the plants
upstairs into the living area to enjoy while flowering,
and return them to the lights when the blooms
started to fade.

The lights provided an additional bonus. Though I
love to live surrounded by mature flowering plants,
my real pleasure is in propagating the violets from
leaf cuttings. I always had several started in ver-
miculite, so that when it came time for pre-Christmas
bazaars and such, I would have a supply fo extra
plants to donate.

Since everything grew so well under the lights, I
cleared half of one shelf for my propagating trays.
From each of my best violets I took two or three
healthy leaves and poked the cut ends into the trays
of moist vermiculite. Using strips of cut-up plastic
bottles for label sticks, I carefully indicated different
varieties, along with the date of cutting.

Within two weeks every one of the leaves had set
roots. I checked by gently tugging on each one, they
held on. I didn't worry that the roots would be
damaged, as the planting medium was so light.

In another few weeks, small new leaves began pok¬
ing through the vermiculite. The 'babies' were begin¬
ning to grow. Under the lights they grew like spring
weeds. I started adding one-quarter strength violet
food to the water each time I moistened the rooting
medium, reasoning that if they were growing so fast,
they would need the extra nourishment to keep them
from becoming spindly.

Soon it was time to pot up the 'babies' into their
own individual containers, and I realized that I
would have to buy almost 52 2V4 " pots, plus several
bags of vermiculite, sterilized soil and the peatmoss
that I use in my potting mix. This indoor gardening
was fun, but it was getting expensive.

As I went about potting up all the little violets, I
was surprised to find that many of the leaves had
several, sometimes as many as six small plants
sprouting from the rooted stem. By the time I had
potted and wicked the whole brood, I had to clear off
the other side of the shelf to make room for them all.

Except for a brief period while the plantlets ad¬
justed to their new circumstances and sent out new
roots into the enriched soil, they continued to grow
as before. In the course of the next few months I had
to rearrange things in the light-garden several times
to accomodate the growing violets. By Fall, all three
shelves were glowing masses of blooming plants . . .
there was room for nothing else.

As I brought some of the most colorful ones
upstairs into the livingroom, already crowded with
plants, I thought it a shame that so many more had
to remain in the basement. It was too bad others
couldn't enjoy all those lovely flowers, especially
since winter was coming on and the world outside
was gray and barren. But it was still some time before
the Christmas bazaars . . . what was I going to do
with all those violets?

Then an idea occurred to me. My husband
and I own a small convenience store nearby. Every
Fall we bring in houseplants, from the greenhouse
nursery "down South", to sell in our store. We
always receive a good variety of foliage plants, but
rarely any with flowers. The nurser5rman told me
that they rarely ship flowering plants at this time of
year, except particularly hardy seasonal flowers such
as poinsettias and mums. Evidently the abrupt
climate change from the warm, moist greenhouse to
the dry, forced air heated store or home was too
much of a shock to the plants. Blooms invariably
dropped and buds shrivelled.

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Well, I thought . . . that might be true of
greenhouse plants, but here I had a light-garden full
to bursting with flowering violets that had grown up
in normal home conditions. They wouldn't have to
adjust to a new climate. And there were probably
lots of our customers who might enjoy a change from
the regular foliage plants in their homes. 1 could sell
my extra violets.

Now I knew that some specially propagated plants
are not to be cultivated for resale except by permis¬
sion from the particular nursery that developed
them, so I contacted the nursery where I had bought
my original African violets by mail-order. The
owners assured me that there were no such restric¬
tions on the plants that I had grown.

As for pricing my violets, 1 remembered that some
of the local flower shops do carry a limited selection,
mostly standard varieties, and certainly nothing like
the ones I was able to grow at home under lights. 1
called a local shop and asked what they charged for
similar-sized plants, then marked mine a little lower.
After all, I was not out to make a large profit, but to
find good homes for my extra plants.

Since I had already labeled all the plants with their
Latin names on the plastic markersticks, I just added
some cultural information, including directions to
keep evenly moist and give abundant light. 1 find
that people who buy plants like to know something
about the care needed for their purchase, as well as
the proper name so that they can easily find it in any
reference book.

I set a dozen of the plants on an inverted
styrofoam cooler lid that served as a waterproof
tray, watered them well, and placed them, tray and
all, in a cardboard carton so that 1 could carry them
easily.

At the store, I set the whole tray next to the
checkout counter, away from drafts, yet where
everyone would see them.

Happily, my violets sold like hot cakes . . . the
dozen plants were gone by closing time that same
day.

I had instructed the checkout girls to wrap each
plant carefully in newspaper before putting it into a
bag, so that it wouldn't get chilled on the way home.
The girls told me that many customers had exclaimed
over the lovely flowers and asked when we would be
getting more. My little venture was a 'blooming' suc¬
cess.

During the next few weeks I took all the remaining
extra plants to the store to be sold. And to be sure, I
set about starting new plants right away so as to have
another batch ready as soon as possible.

As is our policy with consignment sales from other
suppliers, 30 percent of the proceeds went to the
store, and the remainder to me. With this arrange¬

ment, 1 am able to buy most of my potting materials,
including discounted case-lots of plastic pots, from
the returns on plant sales.

Not only do I get the continuing enjoyment of
growing African violets by the bunch, I also feel that
I am sharing that enjoyment with everyone who buys
one of them. My light-garden certainly is paying its
own way!

Plastic Lace Collars

Mrs. Barbara J. Wijeyesinghe
300 Locust Street
Danvers, Mass. 01923

Have you ever thought of using a plastic nosegay
holder as a collar for your African violets? I found
some in a craft shop in two sizes — six-inch and
8-inch. They are fairly stiff and come in packets of

12.

First, I cut the center of the nosegay holder, then
cut from the outer edge to the center, in one place
only. This makes it easy to fit the collar around the
plant. It really makes the plant look very elegant.

I have been a violet enthusiast for three years when
my daughter gave me a plant for Christmas. My hus¬
band and I do quite a bit of gardening, successfully in
the summer. The gift of the plant started a new
winter hobby for me. Now I have some 150 plants
under lights in my cellar. I wanted to enjoy them
while they bloomed so I bought brass plant brackets
from a greenhouse and installed them on the inside of
my windows. On the brackets I placed 8-inch plate
glass shelves, where my violets get plenty of light and
can be admired.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

61

Insects, Diseases That
Attack African Violets

Carol Kostulias
461 Wellington Road
Mineola, NY 11501

We are the biggest cause of plant damage. We do it
in many ways when we are not careful. We over or
under water. We ignore their needs for light, humidi¬
ty and fertilizer. Then we feed them too much, burn¬
ing the fine feeder roots, sometimes to the extent that
we cause the centers to knot in almost the same way
as mite damage. Be careful that the culprit is not you!

Mealy bugs are white, waxy oval insects that suck
the juices from the plant. These insects are very
prevalent in this area of the country, and are difficult
to eradicate. Pritchard mealy bugs are the type found
in the root ball when you unpot a plant. So far, the
best cure for them is a chemical known as Di-syston,
which I buy under the brand name of "Pro-tex" by
GrowelL These can be mistaken for perlite in the soil,
and require a good look at the root system. If you
wick your plants, you may see them in the reservoir.
If the infestation is severe, and you really want to
salvage the plant, cut off as much of the root system,
as possible, repot in fresh sterile soil which has a
systemic mixed into it. Mealy bugs also can be found
in the axils of leaves. If your collection is small, you
can clean up this pest by using a cotton swab dipped
in alcohol and wipe each mass as you see it. This is
very time consuming and you might miss a few, so
you really have to double check this method. If you
have a large number of plants, add a systemic to the
soil and scratch it in, or water with Pro-tex liquid
and spray with malathion being sure to cover the en¬
tire surface of the leaves, especially the undersides.
Some of the symptoms of mealy bugs are: yellowing
outer leaves even though the plant has been fed, a
wilting plant that has been watered properly, cot¬
tony masses on the roots or in leaf axils. Mealy bugs
can be prevented by using sterile soil mixes, and by
adding a systemic to soil. Isolate all new plant
material.

Thrips are small long insects with wings that move
very fast. Symptoms of thrips are spilled., pollen,
scraped petals on the flowers and sometimes on the
leaves of the plant. If you suspect thrips, remove all
blossoms from the plant and any other blossoms near
the infected plant, as flowers are the favorite hiding
place of thrips. Then spray the entire collection with
isotox or Pro-tex. Thrips have a rasping or sucking
mouth and they scrape away plant tissue to feed on
the plant juices. Isolate all new plant material.

Mites are microscopic pests that can come in with

you from the garden or home from a show. They
spread very rapidly, and really leave you with a
disaster. They attack new growth in the center of the
plant causing it to knot and turn grey. They are best
prevented by isolating new plants or plants brought
home from a show and spraying with Kel thane. They
are more prevalent in warm weather, therefore, it is
advisable to spray with Kelthane during the summer
months. If possible, spray your plants with Kelthane
before the show being very careful not to spray the
blooms. Mites also distort the blooms. Keep in mind
that overfertilizing can cause similar symptoms, but
the greyness will not be present in the young center
leaves. You can counter over feeding by flushing the
plant several times with plain water, and with¬
holding fertilizer for a time.

Nematodes are tiny worm-like insects that cause
the root system to have galls or knots, sap the
strength from the plant and make it look limp. There
is no cure presently known so prevention is the best
answer. Nematodes can be prevented by using a
sterile soil mix and watering it with a general
systemic. A plant that has nematodes should be
thrown out. Don't even save a leaf if you suspect
nematodes because these insects burrow into the
stems, leaves and roots.

White flies are very tiny white flying insects that
congregate on the underside of leaves and fly readily
when the plant is moved. I haven't seen them on
African violets, but they do attack other gesneriads.
Fm sure you have seen them on tomato plants. They
usually respond to malathion. If not, there is a pro¬
duct called Pratt White Fly Spray available at garden
centers. Pyrethmm will also rid you of white fly, but
it is very expensive and must be used with extreme
caution.

Springtails are minute insects, golden colored,
abundant in most soils that have a forked appendage
attached to the abdomen which enables them to
jump. They feed on algae, fungi, and decaying mat¬
ter in the soil. They are unsightly and annoying. I rid
my plants of these by watering with a mild bleach
solution - 1 teaspoon bleach to a quart of water
through the pot until it runs off. Adding a systemic
to the soil helps prevent springtails.

Black flies or fungus gnats are tiny flies (bigger
than white flies) that swarm around the plants and
live on decaying matter in the soil. You usually see

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62

them during warm weather. Again, a general
systemic prevents them, but if you have them Raid
House and Garden Spray works well to rid you of
these.

Crown rot is caused by a fungus and YOU. The
plant looks wilted even though it has been watered.
More water does not help, it only aggravates this
condition. This is usually caused by irregular care
such as leaving the plant to become bone dry then
flooding it. The plant can be salvaged by repotting it
after removing any limp or dead leaves and dead
roots, then dusting with Fermate and proper water¬
ing.

Petiole rot or efflorescence disease is caused by
chemical injury by contact between the leaves and
rim of the pot that is incrusted with an accumulation
of fertilizer salts. The outer leaves become droopy
and jelly like and wilt over the sides of the pot. This
is different from leaves that just become yellow from
old age. Remove damaged leaves and repot plant in a
pot with a rolled top, or dip sharp edged pots in
melted paraffin. Check occasionally for an ac¬
cumulation of salts on the sides or rim of the pot.

Ring spot is caused by you. It results from water
on the foliage when the plant is left in the sun, and
under fluorescent lights by watering with water that
is too hot or too cold.

Powdery mildew is a chlorophyl-less plant that
grows only when the conditions are perfect for it.
The conditions it favors are high humidity and cool
temperatures with little air circulation. Mildew can
be prevented by having adequate air circulation, (but
not direct drafts on the plants). The fresh air is good
for you too. Who wants to breathe stale air? If your
plants develop mildew, you can cure it with Benomyl
mixed with water and sprayed on the plants every
seven to ten days as necessary. This is especially
prevalant in the northeast during the spring.

Isolate all new plant material. If you don't have a
separate growing area, place each plant in a food
storage bag for a few weeks and seal it up. Sometimes
a plant looks clean, but there can be insect larvae in
the soil, and they take about six weeks to hatch.
Sterilize your soil mix. Get a large roasting pan (for
this purpose only) and place the moist soil in the
oven at about 200 degrees for 35 to 45 minutes. This
will kill the eggs or larvae that might be in the soil.
When shopping for ingredients for soil mix take only
closed bags. Open or ripped bags might have unex¬
pected company in them. After your soil is
pasteurized, mix in the systemic, in either granular
form or water it in. I have mentioned Isotox,
Malathion and Pro-Tex but Cygon 2E is also an ex¬
cellent product.

YOU are responsible for the safe use of these
potent chemicals. Read the label carefully and follow

all directions. Use only the safer chemicals. I feel that
protective rubber gloves and a mask should always
be used when working with any pesticide, and also
that a separate set of utensils be purchased just for
this purpose. I'd hate to get any of these poisons in
any of my regular utensils, as they are meant to kill.
Measure accurately and don't overdose. An overdose
will not kill more insects. Don't mix these chemicals
with each other. Keep them in a locked cabinet in
their original container, as far away from children
and pets as possible. Wash yourself carefully after
use, and especially if it is in contact with your skin.
Avoid inhailing vapors or dust from these chemicals.
Do not dump any treated soil into the garden, unless
the label says it is safe for use in the vegetable garden.
Systemic poisons are substances that when absorbed
by a plant, make it poisonous to certain pests and
diseases.

If you experience blurred vision, severe headache,
nausea or accidently swallow any pesticide call your
doctor, poison control center or hospital immediate¬
ly. Pesticides are tools, not playthings. Dispose of
empty containers in the garbage, not the garden.
Above all — handle with care!

PAS DE DEUX — This arrangement, “Pas de
Deux”, won for Raymond Dooley an award for
best arrangement in the New York City AVS’
show held at the Horticultural Society of New
York. Mr. Dooley also won 13 other awards.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

63

I^ITY

Barbara Hubbard Co-Publicity Chairman

Syracuse, the Cradle of the Iroquois confederacy
and the land of Hiawatha, still bears the name of one
of the members in that confederacy in its county,
Onondaga, and in the name of the onetime beautiful
Onondaga Lake, now in the process of being
restored, hopefully to its original condition. It was
on the banks of the Lake Onondaga that Hiawatha
formed the great Iroguois confederacy whose might
was respected by all for more than two centuries.
Other members of the confederacy were the
Mohawks (Mohawk Valley bears this name), Sene¬
cas ( Seneca Lake our largest finger lake is named for
this tribe), Oneidas (a town and lake take this name)
and Cayugas (a beautiful finger lake and county
claim the name of Cayuga).

Verrazano's discovery of New York Harbor in
1524 was followed seventy five years later by Hud¬
son and Champlain's exploration of the eastern cor¬
ridor, which was the Hudson River and Lake Cham¬
plain. Fort Niagara was built on our western border
in 1679. Just a hundred years after that in 1779, the
Sullivan-Clinton Campaign freed the Susquehanna
Valley and the finger lake region from the threat of
Indian attack.

When our first President, George Washing¬
ton, first saw New York's harbor, waterways and
fertile interior he said, "This was indeed the
seat of Empire". Since then the people of New York
have worked hard to keep up the name of the
Empire State.

New York is not the largest state but in almost
every other respect it does rank first, thus justifying
George Washington's prediction. It is well to point
out that New York is one of the largest states in
population. It is first in manufacturing, first in retail
and wholesale trade and foreign commerce and leads
the nation in education and culture. It is vastly rich
in water power, forests, minerals, fertile soil and
natural gas. Its varied climate produces fine crops
and contributes to the activity and alertness of
its people.

The African violet growers of New York have kept
pace in their contributions to the many firsts by: first
in developing the trailer (Tinari) a New York
member; first in perfecting and making popular the
trailer (L. Lyon); first in the promotion of a mini
that was acceptable to the public with a minimum of
suckers (L. Lyon); first origination of a good double
pink (L. Lyon); first to make a successful cross on

Tommie Lou foliage which opened up a whole new
field in plants referred to as Tommie Lou variegation
(H. Rienhardt); first trailer on Tommie Lou variega¬
tion (H. Rienhardt); first in perfecting and pro¬
moting a type of variegation which is referred to as
Champion variegation (Ethel Champion); first in
having a judge's council. Last but not least, our first
National (and only) president from New York State
was Cordelia Rienhardt.

These are just some of the many reasons we are able
to say with pride, "I Love New York". When in the
issues to come we can tell you of all of the exciting
adventures we have in store for you, we hope you will
be able to say, "I, too. Love New York".

WIN AWARDS — Winners of two top awards
Copper City WVS' annual show were Mrs. Rith
Glus, who won the top design with “Erie Canal
Village”, and Mrs. Annabelle Hart, (right) win¬
ner of the Best in Show, Tommie Lou’.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

64

For the Spring
of 1981

TWO Plants
Hybridized by

SAFIDRA LEARY
WILLIAMS

Photographed and Grown

by

Betty Sf George
Tferry

CAPE

HATTERAS

TRADEWINDS

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

65

Keep Your Own Log

Mrs. Leniece V. Watson
6601 Sunnyslope, No. 26
Sacramento, CA 95828

My daughter and I are members of the AV
Hobbyst of Sacramento, and have had a few violets
for about 5 years. We now have over 90. What I do is
keep a loose leaf notebook and a separate book for
slides. I photograph each plant as it blooms, usually
with a close up. On my other records I do the follow¬
ing and it will tell me many things about my plants.

NAME WHERE

OF PLANT DATE RECEIVED FROM

Colorado June 4, 1980 Sacramento florist

as a gift from son

GROWER: Optimara
COLOR: pink with dark pink eye
PHOTOGRAPHED: 6/8/80
REGISTRATION NO.: 3152 — when — 6/2/77
SHOW ENTERED: Fall show, 1980. A first place
blue ribbon.

WHEN PLANT IS IN BLOOM: January 2, 1981

February

I list each month of the year and will enter date or
no bloom, which ever the case may be.

I find this is a big help at show time for as you
can see it answers many questions that you need to
enter your show plant, and with so many I could
never remember the where, when or what of each.
Maybe this will be of interest to others who grow
show plants.

NEW FOR 81’

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ORIGINALS * VARIEGATES

Latest NEW varieties available by RIENHARDT,
LYON, GRANGERS and others. HURRY! SEND
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Light, Light Meters,
And Plant Growth

Light is the most important factor in plant growth.
It is also one of the least understood.

When we look at light we think of it as being
white. Actually it is made up of the whole spectrum
of colors. It ranges from ultra-violet to violet, blue,
green, yellow, orange, red, and infrared. The first
part of this band gives you the "visual light". The
balance of the band, starting with the green is the
area important to plant growth. This area of the
band is known as "radiant light".

Up to this time, people measuring the foot candles
of sunlight or artificial light have used photometers
designed for the photographic industry. These, and
other meters using selenium cells and photocells,
have their peak response in the "visual light" range.
Although this is important in photography, it is of
little or no use in growing plants. Some photometers
are color corrected, but even these are not accurate
for measuring the light required for good plant
growth and good color.

There is a new product on the market called the
LIGHT INTENSITY METER. It incorporates a spe¬
cial silicon voltaic cell that responds to the colors in
the "radiant li^ht" band. In this manner it is an accu¬
rate measure of the foot candles of sunlight or arti¬
ficial light needed to grow healthy plants.

The Light Intensity Meter comes with a book
which takes the importance of light beyond the first
step of foot candles into photoperiodism. Photo-
periodism which is the time period of exposure, com¬
bined with foot candles gives foot candle hours. And
it is this which is the essential criteria for maximum
plant growth. The whole subject of light as it applies
to seed germination, plant growth and development,
and plant color is discussed, and tables give the foot
candle hour requirements of more than 250 plants
and shrubs.

The diffeence between the Light Intensity Meter
and the standard photometer can readily be seen in
comparative readings with a standard fluorescent
and an incandescent light. With the standard fluores¬
cent light, the Light Intensity Meter will have a low
reading (and these should not be used alone for
indoor gardening), and with an incandescent bulb
you will get a high reading. These reactions are due
to the lack of "radiant light" in a fluorescent, and a
great amount in the incandescent light. The
photometer, reading "visual light" will react in the
opposite manner.

The Light Intensity Meter, is manufactured by
Environmental Concepts, Inc., 710 N.W. 57th St.,
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

66

Violets c/o Cookie

Jim & Barbara Sisk 2400 Knightway Dr.

Hybridizers Gretna, U 70053

504-392-8094

Absinthe House — large single orchid blooms with dark purple tips, serrated white
variegated foliage.

Antebellum — deep fuchsia single blossoms, tailored variegated foliage.

Bayou Baby — semidouble two tone pink blossom w/frilly edge, variegated foliage
w/pink overlay.

Bobee Young — large semidouble deep lavender blooms w/dark purple tips, wavy

serrated variegated foliage.

Boogalee — semidouble hot pink blossoms, tailored variegated foliage.

Celia — double two tone light lavender blooms over soft wavy var. foliage.

Fanciful — double two tone rose blossoms w/a frilly edge, heavily variegated
tailored foliage.

Fisherman’s paradise — deep lavender double blooms w/purple edge, serrated
variegated foliage.

Happy Jack — single lavender blooms w/a dark eye, heavily var. fol. w/pink
overlay. Profuse bloomer.

Java — two tone double fuchsia blooms, pointed wavy var. fol. 1980 S.l.

Best Seedling.

Jazz Tima — double orchid blooms w/deep velvet overtones, serrated pink var. fol.

Moon Walk — semidouble lavender blossoms w/deeper edge. var. fol.
w/lav. overlay.

Morning Call -- semidbl lav. blooms w/darker tones, var. fol. w/pink overlay & red
backed. Prolific bloomer.

My Jozebol — double deep purple blooms, slightly wavy var. fol.

Rhonda — large lavender single blossoms, tailored var. fol. Outstanding bloomer.
Ronnie — single lavender blooms w/dark tips & white edge, var. fol.

Show Girl — double mottled lavender blooms, slightly wavy var. fol.

Southern Belle — large single red blooms, tailored heavily var. fol.

Southern Hospitality — single lav. flower w/purple edge, slightly wavy var. fol.

Heavy bloomer.

Spanish Moss — orchid dbl w/darker edge, extra Ig. var. fol. w/pink overlay.

Swamp Fever — 1980 AVSA Best Introduction, Ig. semidbl deep lav. blooms
w/purple tips, dark green fol. w/lav. var.
also; Cajun Country, Cajun Delight, Carnival Time, Leatrice, Libby,
Marie Knobiock, Maudie.

Rants: $3.50 ea., min. order 4 plants. (Rease add $2.50 for airmail
service it desired).

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OF

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9748 Brockbank Dr.

Dallas, TX 75220

214/350-4985

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Four Composer Series Variegates & Fifteen
Fredette Originals!

(Shipping begins April 1, Weather Permitting)

Our collection offers proved so popular in last
fall sale, that these are now available year
round! Also, we are offering indoor and
greenhouse orchid collection offers! This
year’s List only carries 1981 varieties or new
additions for 1981, so while they last, the 1980
list is also available for SSAE!

Authoriied Fredette Distributor

Open 7 Days a Week, 10-6

So Stop by and See

Debussy, Puccini, Khachaturian, and Rossini!

Prices include Priority Air Mail shipping charges. Minimum order is four plants or rooted cuttings. Allow six weeks for delivery. We send a FREE
PLANT with each five ordered if substitutes are listed. Send S.A.S.E. if you want an acknowledgement of your order. Complete 1981 list 50c.

Violets Atlanta’s hybridizers, Sue Stone Spann and Janet Stone Whitfield, Present our 1981 Releases

ALICE CHARLES Exceptional fluffy double blossoms of saphire blue show off above
dark green foliage. A tribute to our Aunt Alice.

ICE PRINCESS Large puff balls of sparkling white with edges delicately touched in
pink and symmetrical green leaves — a prize for any princess!

ICY lavender' Big double stars of glistening white, gently kissed with icy
lavender. Tailored foliage.

INDIGO ’N SNOW Myriads of darkest indigo blue ruffled flowers with prominent
gold stamen dance over snow covered dark green wavy foliage. Heavily variegated
leaves show some pink.

LILLIE TRIMBLE Sparkling patches of pink and white decorate this beautiful fluted
semidouble star. Large flowers in abundance on flat foliage.

LUCKY STREAK Frilled pansy shaped lavender flowers with purple streaks and
spots. Gorgeous ruffled shiny deep green, white, and pink variegated foliage.
MOONSHADOWS Huge white stars with blue eye and shadowed edge; rounded
foliage. Floriferous!

Selections from other hybridizer’s

DIXIE CHARM (R) dbl. magenta flowers splashed with purple.

ECHOES OF PINK (LL) carnation -like white dbl. with pink & green fringes.

GRIS GRIS (S) pink stars on ruffled mint, dk. green, pink & cream var. fol.

LINDSY ANN (LL) unusual salmon colored dbl. geneva on dark foliage.

MY STARS (R) dbl. pink with lavender overlay and edge.

PARSON’S BLUE EYES (RB) It. blue tu-tone dbl.; foliage variegates all summer!

PINK CHAMPAGNE Huge cupped sparkling pink semidouble stars bubble over very
dark extra flat foliage — show plant!

PURPLE SLEET Frilled double pastel purple flowers pelted with purple sleet.
Heavily variegated soft ruffled foliage.

RASPBERRY FROST Ruffled dark green foliage variegates with a frosty raspberry
edge in summer and adds a golden center in winter. Lots of two-toned icy plum
semidouble stars — Unusual!

SEDGEFIELD Bold 2” denim blue sparkling stars that look single but do not drop
form a massive bouquet atop pointed dark very flat foliage — a reliable show plant.
STRAWBERRY CHIFFON 2” Fluffy full double vivid pink flowers bloom in striking
contrast above dark leaves to form a showy compact plant.

WISTERIA FRILLS Ruffled double wisteria stars tipped amethyst with a lighter frilly
edge. Unusual T.L. variegated girl foliage. Small elegant plant.

ZANADUE Frilled fantasy stars in pastel orchid and deep purple; soft ruffled green
and white variegated foliage.

best on our complete 1981 list:

POPSICLE (F) hot pink geneva dbis. amass on small plant.

ROSE SONNET (GG) a bouquet of giant orchid centered pastel rose dbIs.

SPIFFY (H) dbl. white with purple edge, like "Serenity” — only variegated.
STAR LACE (GG) 2” ruffled white stars with pink lace edges.

TRIPLE TWIST (LL) triple petaled blooms of "Dyn-o-mite” red and white.

VERY GRAPE (R) deep velvety purple doubles on T.L. variegated foliage.

NOTE: We have closed our retail shop in Broadview Plaza.
Visitors to our residential greenhouse must have appointments.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

67

!

TEXAS ROSE

•

Semimini by

Candy Russell

Photo by
Chas. Russeil

HOWDY MA'AM

•

Semimini by

Candy Russell

Photo by
Chas. Russell

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

68

BARBARA SISK

•

Hybrid by

Barbara Sisk

Grown by
Marie Mullinax

Marie Knoblock

Hybrid by

Barbara Sisk

Grown by
Beth A. Mullinax

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

69

Madame Butterfly

2166 Broadlawn Dubuque, Iowa 52001

(319) 583-8012

ANNOUNCEMENT

Thank you for your patronage. As
our entire stock have been reserved at
this time for those who ordered earlier
and we make Fall shipment only to
overseas, please DO NOT ORDER
ANY LONGER THIS YEAR. All the
orders we have accepted already will
be shipped without any substitution
as we have stated by holding back
order If necessary, so please be
patient for the receipt of your order.

Hope to be able to serve you again
next Spring and please look forward
to our AD in 1982 Jan. AVM for many
new beauties such as ‘AYA’, ‘FAN-
TAH’ and ‘GEORGETTE’ by Fredette.

MAIL ORDER ONLY

RAY’S

AFRICAN VIOLETS

Specializing in Miniatures

SUPER SUMMER SPECIAL

12 Super Miniatures, Semiminiatures or Trailers,
Our Choice $19 Postpaid

We ship Priority Mail in Sturdy Styrofoam Chests

Foreign Orders Welcome — Add $7.50 for Postage

Catalog $.25 — 200 Varieties to choose from.
Reasonably priced at $2.00“$2.50

LINDA & MICKEY RAY, OWNERS
College Station, TX 77840

Route 4, Box 212 713-693-3237

SPRING 1981

TULSA’S ONLY AUTHORIZED “PARTNER”
FOR

THE HOUSE OF VIOLETS

CHARLES AND MELBA SIMS
1308 SOUTH SANDUSKY
TULSA, OK 74112
(918) 834-6871

‘^AFRICAN VIOLETS WITH A TOUCH OF CLASS”

NEWI REED’S 1981 VARIETIES — 22 NEW REGISTERED BEAUTIES!

BIG ARKIE
CORAL ROSE
COLONIAL BELLE
COTTON QUEEN
DIXIE CHARM
DIXIE SNOW
FANCIFRILLS

FIRST PLACE
GLACIER BLUE
LILAC LADY
LOVEY MINE
LOWERY
MY STARS
OUR HOPE

PLUM ROYAL
SOMETHING PRETTY
SUPER STARS
SWEET MAGIC
TAFFY

TOM EDWARD
VERY GRAPE
VERY VERY

35^ please for complete list.

Leaves $1.10. Shipping Charges — $2.50 per order of leaves.

Starter Plants in Pots $2.95 each, postage paid (6 plants or more).

Less than 6 plants $3.50 each. MINIMUM ORDER 3 Plants: Priority maii
Shipping — Plants & Leaves May 1-Nov. 1: Supplies anytime
Items from our “Potting Pantry” — - 6”, 9”, 13” & 18” Rings •— soilwash — fertiiizers “ Pots
— Moist-Rite Planters ■— Plant Carts — ■ Light fixtures & Lamps — Volkmann Suppiies —
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African Violet Magazine, June 1981

70

LATEST VARIETIES FROM LYON AND GRANGER

available at . . .

VIOLETS GALORE - AT THE GORALS

Distributor of Fredettes Originals
and

PARTNER OF REED’S HOUSE OF VIOLETS

Many, many other varieties also available

Iist35(p in coin, only
1 32 Joan Avenue Green Bay, Wl 54302
Visitation by appointment in advance

NEW: A flower pot designed for violets:

4” dia. with wide rolled edge @94: ea. Snap-on-
saucer 5” dia. @16(i: ea. Min. order $10.00 plus
shipping and taxes, available white or green.

PLASTI-CYC

4629 S. 29th Plaza

Omaha, NE 68107

320 West Eagle
Arlington, NE 68002
Phone: (402) 478-401 1

SPECIAL “= 15 leaves, all different, our choice
— an assortment of 1981 releases from
Fredette, Sooner State and Lyon. . $9.95 ppd.

For our descriptive list offering leaves @75c
and starter plants @$2.75, ppd., send 50<i:
(refundable with order).

SCAGLIOLA’S GREENHOUSE VIOLETS

Mailing Address Greenhouse Address

750 Gull Ave. 1601 Industrial Way, #2F

Foster City, CA 94404 Belmont, CA 94002

Phone: 415-573-6872 (evenings)

DiB’s SPRING ’81 Introductions

Dib’s GEE WHIZ: Single white with wide purple edges of petals and
green tips. Dark quilted, ruffled pointed foliage. Symmetrical with
stick-tite blossoms. S.

DiB’s AMETHYST CAPER: Full dbl., pom-pom type, white with
amethyst center and green edges. Ruffled pointed foliage. S.

DiB’s CARRIE ANN: Semidbl. to dbl., frilly soft lavender-pink star
with lilac etchings radiating from the center. Heart shaped foliage.
Large, long holding blossoms. S.

DiB’s GINGERINE: Single to semidbl. multi-color-white, orchid
and green. Heavily quilted, ruffled foliage. Symmetrical with stick-
tite blossoms. S.

DiB’s CHAMPAGNE MIST: Single to semidbl., misty champagne pink
star with deeper pink eye and center tufts. Heart shaped foliage,
large blossoms. S.

ALSO OiB’s Bunch O’Violets, DiB’s Midnite Bleu and DiB’s Kathi Ann

Fall Shipping

DiB’s FALL ’81 Introductions

DiB’s GERI ANN: Single to semidbl. true pink with “hot" pink
mottled over-lay. Rose back quilted foliage. Large blossoms, always
in bloom. S.

DiB’s TRILOGY: A true fantasy of colors — white, purple, lavender,
orchid, each stem of blossoms is different from the other. Quilted,
pointed foliage. S.

DiB’s IVORY ’N BLUE: Very large semi to double, stick-tite, glisten¬
ing white with blue petal edges at the center of most blossoms. Apple
green, Q.P. fol. S.

DiB’s DARLING DAUMA: Semi to full dbl., amethyst purple with pink
and white fantasy markings and glistening over-lay. Heavily Q.P. fol.
Large blossoms. S.

DiB’s FRAGELISTIC: Very large semi to full dbl., cistine white with
fluted, wavy petal edges, occasional pink eye and green petal tips.
Q.P. foliage. S.

DiB’s KATZ PAJAMAS: Semi to full dbl., blue-purple with wide white
petal edges, some have white fantasy markings, others solid color. 5
large blooms per stem. Medium green Q.P. foliage. S.

ALSO DiB’s Stille’ Nacht, DiB’s Ming Blue, DiB’s Joanne Elaine &
DiB’s Cudlie Kitten.

We also have Wayne Lindstrom’s New SKAGIT Introductions.

List of over 600 varieties — 2 stamps or .35*

New 1981 varieties are well established starter plants at $1.75 ppd.
(minimum 4 plants). Orders are shipped within 14 days of receipt by
UPS or Blue Label.

Retail Greenhouse Hours: Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

WORLD’S LARGEST Starter Plant Selection

2000 -f- Varieties

1981 Reeds & Fredette’s

See January ’81 or March ’81 AVSA Magazine

HUGE LIST —

Two 18q; Stamps

Valley Violets

Earl & Joyce Mathews

Rt. 1, Box 69

Located 4.5 miles South of Argyle on C-183

DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433

( 904) 892-3501 an appointment is wise

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SATISFIED CUSTOMERS

The letters below are just a few of the many that we receive from satisfied customers. I wish to express my appreciation to these
authors for taking the time to write and for permission to excerpt their letters.

We also receive letters from people who have difficulty with our seeds. We are glad to hear from them because it gives us the oppor¬
tunity to send them more seeds (free), instructions, and encouragement to reach again for success.

LETTERS

November 18, 1980
Dear Mr. Nadeau,

1 have been purchasing seed from you and really have some beautiful African violets. I have really good luck and get so much enjoyment
from all the different and beautiful blooms. ! had many seedlings and sold the excess to a local store.

Sincerely,

Lois Hoizworth
Elk, WA

October 19, 1980
Dear Ronn,

I was pleased to learn that you are supplying seeds to Thompson & Morgan Seed Co. It’s a pity that Ipswich is 200 miles away or
T&M could see for themselves what a wonderful variety of blooms can be produced, some over 2 inches across. If you would like to tell
T&M that I have grown your seeds, feel free ~ I would love to show them off. — I took a batch of seedlings to a charity bazaar and they
all went in five minutes.

Yours sincerely,

Joan Brailisford
Cheshire, England

February 9, 1981
Dear Mr. Nadeau:

Betty Barratt ordered some variegated seed from you and these have produced many beautiful plants. She shared some of these with
Mabel White and myself. Mable has two very outstanding beauties that are quite large and she will show them at the Dixie Convention in
Beaumont, TX. A couple of my seedlings are pin semidoubles but my favorites are the lavender with dark edges and the plum to
purples. I have one that is so marked like our dogwood that I only wish the flowers had four petals instead of five. These plants create a
desire to become a photographer.

Sincerely,

Alto Wayne Dougherty
Kirbyville, TX

HYBRID AFRICAN VIOLET SEEDS

by RONN NADEAU

* Unconditionally Guaranteed * Mailed Year Round and to Foreign Countries ‘Complete Instructions

SELECTIONS

RAINBOW WONDERS. All of the colors and shapes available in the modern day African violet are represented in this mixture: pinks,
reds, blues, purples, white, bi-colors, white edged, and more. The plants bloom profusely with double, single, star and violet shaped
flowers. Also represented is a wide variety of leaf shapes, textures, and hues. The plants from this mixture will be "standard” size at
maturity, that is, around 9-15 inches in diameter, and each will be different from every other in its genetics and appearance.
AUTUMN FANCIES. Everything that is written above to describe RAINBOW WONDERS applies to AUTUMN FANCIES. The special
difference between these selections is that the AUTUMN FANCIES mixture will produce all plants with variegated foliage. Leaves are
green and white or yellow, and some plants will also have pink coloration. The variegation is beautiful and striking and will differ from
plant to plant.

LITTLE GEMS. This selection also produces profusely blooming plants in a wide variety of flowers and foliage. However, all the plants
will be small, 4-9 inches in diameter at maturity. This is a great selection for those who like their plants on the small side and/or have
limited space.

TRAIL INTRIGUE. The beautifully blooming plants from this selection will have a bushy "trailer” growth habit, unlike the usual African
violets which grow best as a single stemmed symmetric plant. Some of the trailers will be small plants (minis) and others large (stan¬
dard). Great for hanging baskets.

PRICES

All selections are $4.25 per packet of 100 seeds, except for "LITTLE GEMS” in which packets contain 50 seeds.
SPECIAL: Four packets, one of each selection, $14.50.

2662A Smoke View Dr. St. Louis Violet Nurseries Maryland Heights, MO 63043

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

73

KARTER’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

I am proud to announce my first hybrid:

‘Chris Kemmerling’

single clear pink bell-shaped blossoms over dark strawberry type foliage
“Elegant In it’s simplicity”

Please send 25c for my complete 1981 list

. 2705 S. 45th Street

Karter G. Wilkenmg Milwaukee, wi 53219

Well, it’s happened, I’m in the street, and
my house is wall to wall violets. Please
send ISa: stamp for my list, and help me
get back into my house. Leaves only.

Victorian Violets

15005 Dewey Avenue

Omaha, NE 68154

AFRICAN VIOLETS

Fresh-cut leaves. Large List $ .50

Dean Enterprises, Dept. A-1
P.O. Box 6085 J asper, TX 75951

Thelma’s African Violets

6 blooming size violets $8.00. My choice —
orders sent promptly.

P.O. Box 369

Thelma Davis Newton, al 36352

PROLIFIC PLANTS

Over 1000 named varieties
Leaves only available this Spring
Starter plants available this Fall
New 1980 catalog - $1.00

Refundable on first order

9818 Westmore Livonia, Ml 48150

AFRICAN VIOLETS

PLANTS - LEAVES - SUPPLIES

ANNOUNCING — New 1981 List.

Shipping of leaves only.

(Send 30$ for descriptive list.)

Our plant house is devote entirely to growing superior quality African
violets — over 800 varieties of the best from leading hybridizers.

Visitors welcome — we keep irregular hours for your con¬
venience so just call before coming.

R. J. MIDERSKI

945 N. Exmoor Avenue Barrington, [L 60010
(312) 382-1077

AVSA Commercial Member

SKY LAKE
AFRICAN VIOLETS

over 500 top varieties plus our own
unusual hybrids

VARIEGATED * TRAILERS * MINIS

all supplies & flora carts

When in Miami, visit our store in the Sky
Lake Mall

1708A N.E. Miami Garden Drive N. Miami Beach, FL
Phone 305 940-7668

BOOKS

Helen Van Pelt Wilson’s African Violet Book
Revised Edition (Hard Cover) $12.36

Revised Edition (Paper Back) $7.36

The Indoor Light Gardening Book by George A. Elbert

(Hardcover) $12.54 (Paper Back) $ 7.36

The Gesneriad Family by Virginia F. and George A. Elbert
(Hardcover) $11.54

The Complete Book Of House Plants Under Lights

by Charles Marden Fitch (Hard Cover) $11.54

Ferns To Know And Grow

by F. Gordon Foster (Paper Back) $ 7.41

The Complete Book Of Miniature Roses

by Charles Marden Fitch (Paper Back) $12.36

For books shipped out of the United States by surface mail
please add $1.50 for postage.

Michigan residents please include 4% Sales Tax

MARY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

19788 San Juan Detroit, Ml 48221

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GROWING SUPPLIES

oz. btl. Alaska Fish Fertilizer (5-1-1)

$4.54

16

oz. btl. Alaska Fish Fertilizer (5-1-1)

3.71

3

oz. can Mildex for mildew

3.80

16

oz. btl. Cygon 2-E

7.43

4

oz. btl. Malathion 50%

2.57

4

oz. btl. Kelthane(Miticide)

2.48

1V4

lb. Systemic Insecticide Granules

4.70

8

oz. Peters House Plant Food (15-30-15)

3.12

8

oz. Peters General Purpose Plant Food

(20-20-20)

3.12

8

oz. Peters Violet Special (12-36-14)

3.72

8

oz. Peters Variegated Special (5-50-17)

3.72

1

lb. Peters S.T.E.M. (Soluble Trace Elements)

5.75

1

lb. Peters Fritted Trace Elements

1.75

4

oz. btl. Superthrive (Vita-Hormone)

5.42

8

oz. Sphagnum Moss Milled (Nodampoff)

3.50

4

qts. Krum Perlite

2.20

2

qts. Krum Perlite

1.59

2

qts. Hardwood Charcoal #10 fine

2.81

4

qts. Vermiculite#2

2.20

2

qts. Vermiculite#2

1.59

3

lb. bag Carbanate Fermate, Ferbam

8.67

8

oz. Carbanate Fermate, Ferbam (Bulk)

2.25

2

lbs. Dolomite Limestone

2.20

2

lbs. Superphosphate (0-20-0)

2.40

2

lbs. Calcium Carbonate

2.40

1

gal. Mary’s African Violet Soil

2.40

1

gal. Mary’s Starter Soil

2.40

MINIMUM ORDER $5.00 POST PAID
Michigan residents please include 4% Sales Tax.

MARY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

19788 San Juan Detroit, Ml 48221

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

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In response to heavy demand from the South and Southwest, I am releasing the Wrangler series for late summer or early fall
shipping. The intense colors that almost defy description bloom in profusion above gorgeous variegation of pink and white. All the
Wranglers withstood the raging Texas heat of last summer.

At the Lone Star Council show in November, 1980, Wrangler’s ‘Margaret Vailin’ was chosen best variegated seedling and 2nd
runner-up. At the Dixie Convention in March, 1981, Wrangler’s ‘Dixie Celebration’ was chosen best variegated plant, Wrangler’s
‘Canyon Echoes’, best new introduction. Three Wranglers won best LSAVC collection; one was chosen best red in show; one as
best two-tone blooms.

We are very proud of these plants for their stamina in heat, for their intense colors and for their gorgeous variegated foliage.
Many of them grow by themselves into large compact show plants.

Wrangler’s Margaret Vallln: Clusters of mauve fringed semis over top of excellent compact show plant. Var. flat growing wavy fol.

Wrangler’s Mollie Ritchie: Pinkish orchid fringed long lasting single with very dark eye. Bloom is orchid shaped, quite different
and eye catching. Plant leaves edged in one-fourth inch of gorgeous deep pink.

Wrangler’s Candyland: Clusters of large fringed pink semis over top of quilted pink and white var. fol. Perfect show plant.

Wrangler’s Red Bandana; Clusters of large purple red fringed doubles. Pink and white var. wavy fol.

Wrangler’s Dixie Celebration: Ruffled foliage with one-half inch edge of breathtaking deep pink. Large pink fringed semis in
clusters above wheel-like show plant.

Wrangler’s Foxy Lady: Clusters of double fringed rose blooms with red edge, darker tips on top petals. White and pink wavy
quilted fol.

Wrangler’s Southfork: Clusters of large fringed gorgeous deep rose semis. Darker top petals. Dark green wavy fol. with pink
and white.

Wrangler’s Canyon Echoes: Massive clusters of fuchsia semis (crepe myrtle like blooms) cover this pink and white var. plant.
(Best new introduction at Dixie).

Wrangler’s Painted Desert: What variegation! Plant grows large with about 907o or more pastel pink variegation covering the
plain quilted fol. Two tone pink fringed blooms in clusters.

Wrangler’s Western Pleasure; Two tone fringed pink semis cover pink and white plain fol. Lovely.

Wrangler’s Hitching Post: Rose fringed semis with almost black pointed fol. Each leaf perfectly edged with about one-fourth inch
white and pink.

Wrangler’s Bryan’s Song: Clusters of gorgeous red fringed semis over plain pink and white var. A real beauty!

Wrangler’s Wells Fargo: Clusters of heavily fringed purples over ruffled var. pink and white fol. In the winning LSAVC collection
at Dixie. Mounds of doubles.

Wrangler’s Mountain Sunset: Large purple red fringed semis with some pink streaks and flecks. Very dark wavy pink and
white fol.

Wrangler’s West Texas: Large red fringed long lasting singles cover wavy dark var. fol. Beautiful.

Wrangler’s Desert Mirage: Clusters of light pink semis held high above plain quilted foliage. Rich white var. Some pink.
A beauty!

Wrangler’s Moonshine: Pink variegation abounds in wavy fol. Lovely pink frilled semis with darker eye. Love this one!

Wrangler’s Frontier Gal: Rose fringed semis over pink var. plain fol.

Price; $3.50 per young starter plant. Include $2 for packing and shipping priority mail. Texas residents include 4% sales tax.
Sufficient plants will be available for shipping in Sept, or early Oct. Plants will be shipped in order received.

More Wranglers are available at the greenhouse, where visitors are always welcome. Please call for appointment as I teach school.

Mailing address: Smith’s African Violets, Rt. 1, Box 84A, Liberty, TX 77575. Phone 713-336-6963.

“Look for pictures in future African Violet Magazines”

African Violet Magazine,. June 1981

75

THE PLANT GALLERY

Hundreds of African Violets.

“Skagits” by Lindstrom, Grangers, Fredette, Leary, Lyon,
Champion, Baker, & many others. 1981 Lists — 50<p each.
Specify Standard list or Miniatures list. Trailers on both.

Linda L. Dougherty

1491 Vaughn Rd. Mt. Vernon, WA 98273

Phone (206) 424-1176

J F Industries Tulsa, OK 74105

RO. Box 7704 (918) 742-5606

LEAF SUPPORTS

Our Original Design
made of molded, leaf-green plastic,
fits any type pot.

6” diameter MINI — fits up to 3” pot
12” diameter MIDI — fits up to 5” pot
18” diameter MAXI — fits up to 8” pot

Send stamped, addressed envelope
for illustrated price list and current
shipping charges.

PETROVFFSKY

GREENHOUSES

AFRICAN VIOLETS

Over 1,000 varieties, 400 min, 600 stnds, and many gesneriads
Over 35,000 African Violets on display

Distributor of Fredette Originals

New 1981 Fredette Originals available 1/1/81
New from Reed’s House of Violets available 4/15/81
New from Sooner State Violet Nursery available 4/15/81

1981 — 24 page catalog SO¬
SO- refundable with 1st order
Mail Order, Retail & Wholesale
African Violets — $2.3S Ppd.

New 1981 varieties — $2.8S Ppd.
Gesneriads — $2.00 Ppd.

We also carry varieties from Arndt, Beck, Champion, Constantinov, Elkin,
Fisher, Granger, Havi/ley, Khoe, Lyon, Maas, Nadeau, Pittman, Russell, Swift,
Utz, and many others

(MIN. ORDER $10.00)

14867 Indian Springs Rd., (1 mile West of McCourtney Rd.)

Rough & Ready, CA 95975

Greenhouse hours: Tues - Sun 9-S

OVERSEAS CUSTOMER CATALOG - 1 Dollar

Now Shipping the Pacific Basin Year Around

SURPRISE PACKAGE: CEDAR HILL S VIOLET HOUSE Plants: Fredette & No. 1 - $2.75; No. 2 - $2,25 ea. PP

Leaves (our choice) — 25/$ 6.00 PP VARIETY LIST Leaves: Fredette — 1981 Releases — $1 .00 ea. PP

Plants (our choice) — 10/$10.00 PP 50<e (refundable) or 2-18(t: stamps Leaves: Group 1 — $7.00/dozen: Group 2 — $6. 00/dozen PP

All different and labelled FREDETTE ORIGINALS Minimum: 5 Plants or 1 dozen Leaves

Candy-0 Maui Magic Shadow Blues Plum Surprise

Colibri Popsicle Music Man Sea Gypsy

GROUP NO. 1 GROUP NO. 2

REED’S HOUSE OF VIOLETS

REED’S HOUSE OF VIOLETS

CHAMPION

Plum Royal

Super Stars

Lovey Mine

Glad Rags

Cajun Country

Frizzy

Dixie Snow

Lowery

Glacier Blue

Flambeau

Tiz Lovely

Silver Freckles

Cotton Queen

My Stars

Fancitrill

Ponchatrain

Bourbon Street Blues

Dotted Swiss

HOWARD UTZ

BAKER

LYON (leaves only)

Do-Si-Do

Clyo

Berry Splash

Delight

Sportin’ Life

Darth Vader

Bali Hai

June Swift

Silver Crinkles

Kenfro

Intergalactic

Hug Me

GRANGER

WILLIAMS

TINARI

Lavaco

Angel Face

Disco Dancin’

Crimson Beauty

Captain’s Lady

Astro Rainbow

Enchantment

Bayou Lou

Echoes of Pink

Normandy

Bandito

Disco Babe

La Violetta

Ablaze

Fringed Charm

Millie Blair

Bubble Gum

Dee Dee

Primo

Zap

Love Bug

Persian Velvet

Seawyfe

Star Strip

UNDSTROM’S

Hot Blooded

Scene Stealer

Kingwood Pink

Sandcastle

Wisteria

SKAGIT’S

Midnight Special

Triple Twist

Delft Imperial

Keywest

Lillian Jarrett

Champion

Darth Vader

Satin Sassy

Aspen Pink

Bourbon Street

BAKER

Sweetheart

Harvest Moon

Starbuck

NADEAU

Bimini

Gay Paree

Aristocrat

VIOLETS c/0 COOKIE

TINARI (leaves only)

Black Ace

Caribbean Treasure

P-Ink-Y

Gorgeous

Fais Do Do

Adeline Krogman

Good Luck

Betty Terry

Appassionata

Bonanza

Marie Knoblock

Mary Alice

Jimmy Carter

FREDEHE

Babe

Sunbeam

Cafe Au Lait

Flamboyant

Misty Rose

Tiger

Coral Chorale

Freckles

New Orleans Lady

Pink Jennifer

Big Time

Suzette

Jumpin’ Jack

SUSAN’S

Tiggy Wiggy

White Disco

Lazy Days

Bright Angel

Sgt. Peppered

Afterthought

Gris Gris

Pink Shine

OTHERS

Silver Lining

Tin Pan Alley

Bright Promise

HORTENSE’S “H ”

WILLIAMS (leaves only)

Mark

Pretty Polly

OTHERS

Classy Lassy

Burgundy Woods

Boca Grande

Chris

By George

Tommie Lou

Silver Mist

Playmoor

Pirates Ransom

Jason

Mockingbird

Crimsunny

Sangria Wine

San Felipe

Suncoaster

Kelly

Blue Frost

Flamingo

Heaven Knows

Anitair

Bermuda High

Mr. Gus

Lilac Spring

Katy Did

Mischievous

Mindy

Sandune Strawberries

Darren D

Polly Doodle

Miss Ida

HOURS: 10 AM-5 PM Tue. thru Sat.

Cedar Hill Greenhouse

Rt. 1 Box 285A

Evenings and Sundays (2-4 PM) by appointment Telephone: (214) 884-2969

Omaha, TX 75571

Partrier of Reed’s HOUSE OF VIOLETS

Texas Residents add 4% sales tax

Distributor of FREDEHE ORIGINALS

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

76

VIOLET PARK

Over 600 varieties from leading hybridizers, Granger, Lyon, Champion,
Maas, Utz, Reed, Sisk, others . . . Leaves Only . . . List .50 coin

Authorized Distributor “DiB’s" — “Fredette”

33 North Park Ave.

716-835-9022 Buffalo, NY 14216 7.50 dozen ppd.

WISCONSIN!!!

Vacationers stop and see me on your way North!

1981 varieties and over 1,000 other new and unusual varieties available. Soil,
pots, capillary matting and other supplies available. It’s worth the drive just to look! !!

Pat Robinson Plants

Please phone for directions 1641 Bruce Ln.

1-414-499-3877 Green Bay, Wl 54303

GOOD’S HYBRIDS

281 Sabrina Ct.

Woodstock, GA 30188

Best selected hybrids — winners --
good quality at affordable prices.

MIDNIGHT TREASURE — Sparkling blue semidouble rose

shaped blooms on glossy leaves. -S-

KEBBIE -- Radiant pink semidouble, lots of blooms, show

winner, on glossy leaves. -S-

OH MY STARS -= Large pink semidouble stars, lots of

blooms, show winner. -S-

STAR-CRAZED — Lavender semidouble stars, good
bloomer, darker centers. -S-

MY AFRICAN QUEEN — Red-violet semidouble, red
backed leaves, blue ribbon winner. -S-
All plants available for immediate shipment. Wholesale also — small
quantities of 30 plants available. Earn money — have a violet party!
For a listing of more Good’s violets and information send 25f in coin.
PLANTS — 21/4” pot — $2.5083. Min. 3 — ppd.
LEAVES — .95 83. Min.10 — ppd.

Send check or money order with order.

AFRICAN VIOLET QUILT

Approximate finished size 108” X 87”

Beige or gold background with twenty appliqued

flowers in five different colors, quilted in a leaf pattern.

Price; $175 complete

1 SASE for more details or order from:

Mrs. Carol Van Evera

94 Montgemery St. Canajoharie, NY 1 3317

■HHQ

92083

714 - 726 - 2898

DISTRIBUTOR
FOR

Sandra Leary • Ronn Nadeau
Sooner State Violets
^ CATALOG 50(p

Bob & Sue Humphreys offer you a
complete soil for African Violets.

Our soil has everything an African Violet
needs — everything a plant lover wants.

It has a pH that's just right for growing
healthy, beautiful plants. It’s light and porous.
It thrives on capillary matting. It does well
with wipking and top matting. And it has done
great in competition.

Over the last three years, plants grown in
our soil have won dozens of top prizes
throughout the New York metropolitan area.

You don’t have to add a thing to our soil. It
contains all the necessities — charcoal, leaf
mulch, trace elements, a systemic fungicide and
eight other ingredients. And it’s completely
sterilized after mixing.

^umphn

We call it “our soil’’ because we mix it
ourselves, because it’s available only from us;
and because we’re proud of it.

Our soil comes in V2 cu. ft. bags (enough for
100 3’’ pots). And it goes for $7.50 a bag
postpaid. Try some. We think you’ll find it com¬
pletely satisfying.

Open House June 18-21. 10 A.M. 9 P.M.
Please make appointment for large groups.

20% off on select group of plants. 10% off
all supplies, including Flora-Carts and acces¬
sories. Discount only on retail sales. No mail
order. Sale at house. We are about 10 miles from
the George Washington or Tappan Zee bridges.

ican^iolets

48 Glen Avenue East Harrington Park, NJ 07840 (201)788-8275

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

77

No Shipping

Eva’s Violet World

African violets Standards
& Miniatures — Large Selec¬
tion of Growing Supplies —
Rings from 6” Mini to 18”
Maxi Light Stands and
FloraCarts.

9358 Belfaire Houston, TX — 77036
Special Hours! ■— Please Cali (713) 776-2966

We Are Here To Help You With Your Growing Needs

umiiu wmmTE

214 Goodrich Avenue
Syracuse, New York 13210 (315) 475»3435

Miniatures & Trailers Over 400 Varieties

Legal SASE w/2 stamps for 1981 list
Shipping May to November

Open weekends by appointment

African Violets ~ Minis-Standards

New Spring List — 25 c
Mini sinningias from Bartley Schwarz.

GINNY’S

SPECIAL HAPPENING

New 1981 listing. Over 700 varieties of African
violets from leading hybridizers. Variegates,
semiminiatures, miniatures, trailers, the unusual.
Fresh cut leaves and plants. Catalog 50c.

AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR
SANDRA LEARY HYBRIDS

P.O. Box 265, Belmont, CA 94002
formerly Alberta Flora

Virginia Pacilli Freeport, NY 11520

124 Smith Street (516) 868-9584

(mail order only)

Automatic watering

AQUA-VUE.PLANTER

Available to AVS chapters as a means of raising
funds, or as gifts. An unusual item that work^
constantly, continually for days at a time. For com¬
plete information, contact: '

P. O. Box 1148 Apopka, Florida 32703 (AC 305) 886-3800

A NEW way to grow beautiful
plants. Take care of your
African Violets with a
minimum of time, watering,
and fertilizing.

A. PLANTER

B. WICK

C. RESERVOIR

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

78

CHERYL’S VIOLET PATCH

12 leaves (my choice) . $ 7.50 ppd.

20 leaves ( my choice) . $10.00 ppd.

All labeled and different, shipped first class mail.

Cheryl Richardson

P.O. Box 2922 Clearwater, FL 33517

CAROL’S VIOLETS

African Violets and their supplies
New and Old Varieties

9813 Deer Trail Houston, TX 77038

(Located near Greenspoint Mall.

Take I45 North, exit West Rd., west of Freeway)

Phone: 713-447-6875

SUMMER SALE

Over 500 varieties of Standard and Variegated by leading hybridizers.
Fresh cut leaves $5.00 (Dozen) Nice size Starter plants $1.00 ea.
1981 List ... 35$

Betty’s African Violets

1604 East 17th St. Farmington, NM 87401

GREENBRIER VIOLET NURSERY

P.O. Box 316 Greenbrier, AR 72058

1 2 starter plants . $15.00

6 1981 Sooner State varieties . $1 2.00

6 1981 House of Violets varieties . $1 2.00

6 variegated varieties . $10.00

All different, my choice, shipped Air Mail postpaid. Shipping as weather permits.
Mail order only. Listing 35$.

MINIATURE LEAVES

African Violet mini and semiminiatures. Choice collection of show
winners and all-time favorites. Easy growing instructions included.

15 leaves — $7.50

TERRY LINDEN

153 East 57th Street New York City, NY 10022

AFRICAN VIOLETS
PLANTS, STARTERS, LEAVES.

OVER 1000 VARIETIES INCLUDING
MINIATURES AND TRAILERS
LIST 50$

THE GREEN ACRE

820 W. Northwost Hwy. Barrington, IL 60010

Phone: 312-882-1418

ENTER YOUR
PLANTS IN
1981

AVSA CONVENTION
WIN A
FLORACART

For the Finest in Indoor Gardening !

E\JOY A FLORACART

World’s Finest Portable indoor Garden
For use with Rapid Start Fluorescent Lights!

FloraCart is the original, most popular movable unit for easy in¬
door gardening! Raise luxurious African violets . . . force spring
flowering bulbs and get strong plant from all seeds and cuttings!
NOW every FloraCart comes with beautiful molded fiberglass
trays (19"x49"x1 V2 ") ... lightweight and strong, easy to keep
clean, and impervious to moisture, chemicals, and weather!
Choose from two FloraCart models: 3 Trays, $140.10; 2 Trays,
$104.05 (Light Fixtures additional.) Rugged lifetime construction
of aluminum tubing. Has smart new decorator type 2y4” casters.
For the heavy-duty 4” casters shown in picture, add $3.75. Equip
your FloraCart with Combolite fixture designed especially for
flower culture, combining incandescent and fluorescent lights,
proves superior to either one alone!

1953- Mrs. Ronald B. Beaume, Detroit, Michigan

1954- Mrs. E. L. Perdue, Donaldson, Tennessee

1955- Rev. Harold L. Thonnpson, Birmingham, Michigan

1956- Mrs. L. A. Beck, St. Joseph, Missouri

1957- Mrs. J. R. Bush, Munice, Kansas

1958- Mrs. Edward Casey, Rochester, New York

1959- Mrs. Clarence Kudar, Bowling Green, Ohio

1960- Mrs. Alexander R. Colyer, Bridgewaters, New York

1961- Mrs. Joseph Trost, Indianapolis, Indiana

1962- Mrs. J. W. Shuey, Richmond, California

1964- Mrs. George Phillips, Arlington, Texas

1965- E. D. Wyke, Columbus, Indiana

1966- Mrs. Johnny Majorana, Miami, Florida

1967- Mro. Karl C. Ohison, Lynn, Massachusetts

1969- Mrs. Wallace Behnke, Neward, Delaware

1970- Mrs. Frank Luedtke, Racine, Wisconsin

1971- Mr. and Mrs; John Gutridge, Sun City, California

1973- Mrs. Irene Fiedler, Prescott, Wisconsin

1974- Brother Blaise, Harrisville, Rhode Island

1975- Elizabeth Behnke, Neward, Delaware

1976- Miss Rachelle Yerger, Tallahassee, Florida

1977- Tom E. Toms, Bossier City, Louisiana

1978- Mrs. L. F. Lidiak, Austin, Texas

1979- Retta Hamilton, Longmont, Colorado

1980- Jon and Lee Alexander, New Orleans, Louisiana

Write today for illustrated catalog. When
you order, send check, money order or
use Master Charge, Bank Americard, or
VISA. Give number.

Ohio residents add SVa % Sales Tax

HOME GROW PRODUCTS
8000 BAKER AVE.
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44102

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

79

The African Violetry

FEATURING

VIOLETS IN BLOOM

ALL SIZE PLANTS AVAILABLE

DISTRIBUTOR — FREDETTE ORIGINALS
also REED “HOUSE OF VIOLETS” PARTNER

Over 900 varieties from all leading hybridizers
~ Many Texas hybridized plants available.

ALL SUPPLIES — LIGHTING EQUIPMENT
OUR OWN SOIL

FLORA CARTS IN STOCK

926 East 14th
Houston, Texas 77009
713-862-5018

NO SHIPPING

Open Tues-Sat
10:00 to 5:00
Closed Sun & Mon

NO LIST

ITS NEW -ITS GREAT -ITS SUPER

ITS

SUPER SOIL SUBSTANCE

(The Soilless Potting Mix Mixer)

One pound bag makes "e gallons of the best potting mix your plants ever
lived in!

SUPER SOIL SUBSTANCE contains 27 important ingredients to insure great
plant growth- If purchased seperate could cost well over $100.00. SUPER
SOIL SUBSTANCE is complete -just add the one pound bag to -(locally pur¬
chased) 3-2-1 - Mix-3 gallons sphagnum Peat Moss, 2 gallons Vermiculite 1
gallon Perl-lite-mix dry-add Vz to % gallon water and in 30 days you’re
ready to pot up your plants.

Nothing else to buy - We ask you to test it against what you are now using -
If not satisfied - We’ll refund your full purchased price on SUPER SOIL
SUBSTANCE)

You can wick feed your plants as usual - feed Va strength as usual - Nothing
different -except the results AND WE GUARANTEE IT!

ORDER DIRECT & SAVE

1 Pound trial size $3.95 makes 6 gallons
6 Pound Bags $19.95 makes 36 gallons

12 Pound Bags $39.00 makes 72 gallons

Order Direct From: Violets Galore of Georgia
3482 Misty Valley Road
Decatur, Georgia 30032

Yes, we pay the freight — (allow 4 weeks for delivery) —■ Single
bag orders add 50< to cover handling 2 or more no extra
charge. Georgia residents add 4% state sales tax.

PSSSSSST - - !!!

Have you heard the latest about WILMA LOU
and CHARLIE and LADY LOUISE and the
BLACK PRINCE?

WELL — FOR A STAMP, you can get the whole
gripping story from

VARIEGATED VIOLETS

214 East Third St.

Ml 49735

Quick! Neat! Easy!

FloraCART
Watering Wand

Popular accessrory for your FloraCART
Or for any plant setup. Lightweight 21” alu
minum wand dispenses water with pinpoint
accuracy-— no spilling, no breaking leavesI^No
heavy watering cans! Easy-operating positive-
action vaive. Complete with 8 feet of plastic
hose and gallon plastic jug. $23.98 each. In
U.S. add $1.25 shipping: in Canada $1.50.
Ohio residents add 51/2% sales tax. Check,
money order, Master Charge or BankAmeri-
card (give card number). By the makers of
FloraCART indoor greenhouse on wheels
Write for literature. Tube Craft,

Inc., 8000 Bakec Ave.,

Cleveland, OH 44102.

CALIFORNIA VIOLETS

SPECIALIZING IN MINIATURE AFRICAN VIOLETS

• OVER 300 VARIETIES OF MINIS, SEMIS, AND
TRAILERS

• FRESH CUT LEAVES 500 EACH OR $5.50 PER DOZEN

• SEND 25C FOR 1981 LIST

P. 0. BOX 3053 ONTARIO, CA 91761 (714) 988-4597

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

80

officially approved by AVSA Board

;4^'Uc€Ut Violet 'Hotc^

JUST REPRINTED ON NEW FINER PAPER. 10
different pictures on each notehead.

(Note size folded
5-3/8 X 3-1 /4)

10 NOTEHEADS
10 ENVELOPES

(Envelopes meet postal requirements.)

plus tax

Sold through your local club in minimum lots of 12
packages for $1 per package. (Your club earns 50^
per package). An excellent item for sale at your
local violet show. Minimum order — 1 2 packages.

(No Single Order Please)

GUS BECKER PRINTING COMPANY

1080 Forsythe -• Beaumont, Texas 77701

Shipped postpaid, check with order, continental U.S.
only. Foreign and others, postage added. Otherwise,
shipped COD plus postage. Order direct from Printer.

frrt f It, 0 1? trii

.1.. o «:■ j. .'Ill, W I j M. ,i y ' xiij 4

"Specializing In African Violets"

THE BEET TBE moWEST

SANDRA LEARY HYBRIDS;

PROUDLY PRESENTS YOU WITH 9 “GORGEOUS’
NEW VARIETIES FOR FALL 1981

SARASOTA — Red fringed semidbis, edged white. Dk. si. wavy fol.
SEASCAPE — Giant pink semidbl stars, lavender shadings. Ruff. dk. fol.
CORAL COVE — Huge deep water coral semidbl stars, darker eye. Tail. fol.
MAXIMO MOORINGS — Shaded deep pink to fuchsia red dbis. Variegated fol.
MILLIE HANSEN — Deep red singles in clusters. Dk. si. wavy fol.

PRECIOUS CARGO — Brilliant pink semidbis, white ruffled edge. Tail. fol.
HARBOR LIGHTS — White semidbis, trimmed purple. Quilted fol.
GASPARILLA — Candy pink dbIs, upper petals, deeper red. Dk. Wavy fol.
KIALOA — Large pink dbis. Dark variegated fol.

THE HOUSE OF VIOLETS - C & R REED

FANCIFRILL MY STARS VERY GRAPE

LlUC LADY OUR HOPE VERY VERY Many More

Leaves of above varieties, $1.00 ea., minimum of 6, plus $3.00 shipping
charges. Plants $3.00 each, minimum of 4, plus shipping charges. Fall 1981
Leary Hybrids not available in starter plants until late fall.

4th of July Special;

10% off all orders (excluding shipping charges) if order received by 7-6-81.

Super Firecracker Special;

starter plants, MY CHOICE ONLY, $2.00 each, postpaid. Nearly all 1980 and
1981 varieties.

Current List — 50(i! (coins only)

Visitors welcome by appointment only.

P.O. BOX 238 MILLINGTON, Ml 48746 (517) 871-2505

Mrs. R. d. tompkin

Rt. 3

Fayette, MO 65248
Phone 816-248-3232

This is part of our 350 varieties. For
complete descriptive list & prices
please send 30(p.

Overseas $1.00 (fresh cut leaves only)

Long SASE for prices
on Tube Craft products.

fredette

Bermuda High
Candy Green
Candy-0
Dancin’

Janeen
Maui Magic
Plum Surprise
Sarava
Replique
Shadow Blues

buttram

Autumn Dream
Elvis Presley
Masterpiece
Pink Aglow
Raindance

NADEAU

Ask Neva
Big Time
Gold Lace
Vigor Lou

CHAMPION

Berry Splash
Lacey Trinket
Silver Crinkles

GRANGER

Candy land
Carnival
Calais
Normandy

LYON

Kristi Marie
Star Wars
Splish Splash

SWIFT

Betcha
Cat’s Meow

LEARY

Bourbon Street
Creole Queen
Gypsy Trance

PITTMAN

Anafair
Lavender Elf
H’s Dorie
Solo

REED

Cajun Country
Creole Belle
Pirate’s Alley
Jazz City

TINARI

Disco Babe
Star Strip
Super Star
Dee Dee

UTZ

Delight
Enchantment
Sincerely
La Violetta
Rojo Grande

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

81

the

J^OLET
-<HOUSE

P.O. Box 1274

15 S.E. 4th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32601
(904) 377-8465

We guarantee shipping within 4 days
or you know the reason why.

Plastic Hanginq Baskets

All with Saucers & Hangers

Size

Color

1

5

10

25

5'/2

Wt. orGr.

.80

3.55

6.60

15.40

6

Wt. or Gr.

1.10

4.95

9.35

22.00

8

Wt. or Gr.

1.35

6.60

12.10

27.50

10

WL, Yellow or Gr,

1.90

8.80

16.50

38.50

Plastic Saucers

Size

Color

10

20

50

100

3'

White

1.20

2.20

4,95

9.10

4

White

1.65

2.85

6.60

12.10

5 ■

White

1.85

3.30

7.70

14.30

Peters Fertilizers

Specials

Plastic Flower Pots

Size

Color

Type

10

20

50

100

500

P/4

Wt. Only

RS

.45

.80

1.75

: 3.30

14.30

2'/4

Wt. orGr.

RS.Sq.

.55

.90

2.20

3.85

16.50

2'/2

Wt. or Gr.

RS.Sq.

.80

1.20

2.50

4.70

22.00

3

Wt. or Gr.

RS.Sq, RT

.95

1.65

3.70

6.85

33.00

3'/2

Wt. or Gr.

Sq.RT

1.10

1.95

4.40

8.25

38.50

4

Wt. or Gr.

RS, Sq., RT

1.30

2.45

5.25

9.90

44,00

4 '.2

Wt. or Gr.

RS.Sq , RT

1.65

3.10

6.60

12.65

60.50

5

Wt.orGr.

RS. RT

2.00

3.75

8.25

14.85

67.75

6

Wt. or Gr.

RS. RT

2,45

4.40

10.45

20.35

93.50

6'/2

Wt.orGr.

RT

2.75

4.95

11.55

22.00

99.00

7

Wt.orGr.

RS

4.95

9.35

22.00

39.60

187.00

8

Wt. or Gr.

RS

5.25

9.90

23.10

41.80

198.00

Round ’ 6^ —

Standard 1

(RS) I -

Sizes of Square Pots are measured diagonally from corner to corner

Square

(Sq.)

not from side to side.

Plastic Water Reservoirs

I60Z.

32 oz.

20 for

4 75

8.55

50 for

10.25

1955

100 for

18.25

36 30

500 for

80 00

125.00

Formula

Quantity

Type

Price

12-3614

12 oz.

Violet Special

2.00

5-50- 17

12 oz.

•Variegated Special

2.00

20-20-20

I60Z.

General Purpose

2.00

10-30-20

I60Z

Blossom Booster
Orchids

2.00

18-18-18

I60Z.

General Purpose

2.00

15-30-15

I60Z.

House Plant Special

2,00

Plastic

Marking

Labels

3- (100) $1.25

4 ' (100) $1.75

White

Only

Lids are recessed to hold pots.

Lasts 2 - 5 weeks

16 oz. holds up to 4'/2 " pot. An inexpensive and
efficient way to water all types of potted plants.
Wicks not included.

Potting Materials

' Please Note:

Due to the bulkiness of Soil, Perlite and Vermiculite,
I am able to ship only a total of 8 gallons of any one or
combination of these three items with each order.

Violet House Potting Soil . .

. 1 gallon

$ .75

Perlite .

. 1 gallon

.75

Vermiculite .

. 1 gallon

.75

Dolomite Limestone .

. 1 pound

.75

Charcoal .

. 12 ounces

.89

Sphagnum Peat Moss .

. '/4 cubic foot

2.20

Canadian Peat Moss .

. 2 gallons

2.25

Fish Emulsion .

. . 10 ounces, liquid

1.40

Leaf Shine & Cleaner .

.... 8 fluid ounces

1.40

(With Sprayer)

House Plant Insect .

. 6'/4 av. oz.

1.50

(Spray Aerosol)

Plastic Trays - Horticultural (No Holes)

Excellent for rooting plants or holding plants
25'/2" X 13'/2 ' X 3^'® " deep • white or green • $2.50 each or 10 for $22.50

Books

Mother Nature's Secrets. 341 Popular House Plants and How to Care for Them " ■ color • $3.00
"African Violets and Related Plants" ■ color ■ $3.00

Peat Pots - Nested Transplant Pots

2'/4 ■' round • 12 pots $ .60 or 60 pots ■ $2.80 • 3" round • 8 pots $ .60 or 40 pots $2.80

6” Round Tub Planter With Snap on Saucer

Each

10

25

100

Green or White

$ .30

$2.90

$6.75

$25.00

8” Hex Planter With Snap on Saucer & Hanger

Shipping Charges

Minimum Order $7.50 plus Shipping

Shipping Charge (48 states) . 2.25

Florida residents only add 4% sales tax

Hawaii and Alaska . $5.00

Canada (O.S. Funds Only) . $ 7.50

All other countries . Actual Cost

The Violet House

Each

10

25

100

White, Green or Gold

$ .90

$8.00

$18.00

$65.00

P.O. Box 1274

15 S.E. 4th Ave.

Gainesville, Florida 32601
Phone (904) 377-8465

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

82

North Soniita Avanui T ucson , AZ 8i71 1

FRESH CUT AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES

Reed Partner, Dates Wasps, Sooner State Violet Nursery Distributor,
Norma Butler, Arndts, Bakers, and other leading hybridizers.
1181 List 3ie

Patty’s
Plant Place

^rtner with Reed’s House of Violets

Distributor for Fredette’s Originals
and Sooner State Violet Nursery

plus some new and recent releases from the
other leading hybridizers.

Leaves, starter plants and blooming beauties.

List 35e.

Visitors welcome, but please call ahead.

P.O. Box 117 Patricia Daniel

Cheney, KS 87025 Ph. 316-542-3686

• GRANGER • NORMANDY • FROSTFIRE • SKAGIT •

State
old & new varieties

^981 introductions

from

JV-\ PIAZtL n
TEXARKANA

teac//,

mg

TEXAS
75501
Ph. 214-79M131

A?.

50$ for list

AMAZING GRACE

UNPREDICTABLE

OCEAN MIST

HOUSTON

Starter Plants ~ $2.25 each,
minimum 5, plus
$2.50 per order — postage

Texans add 5% safes tax

31X000 0/3 SlilOIA • SUViSA^ • niyjlONVd

AFRICAN VIOLETS - EPfSCIAS

Starter and blooming plants, supplies
Visitors Welcome No shipping

Hours 11:00 - SiOO Closed Wed. & Sun.

PETITE DREAM SHOPPE

3019 E. Central Wichita, KS 67214

Bepl^shii^e Fi@lels

Joyce A. Kantor
Skyline Trail, Dept. G
Chester, Ma. 01011 Tel. (413) 354-1805
1 Distributor of Fredette Originals.

Fresh-Cut Leaves and Starter Plants
Catalog - 50c - Refundable with order

Choice Varieties Fresh Cut Leaves

50$ for 1981 list

ROSEMEYER’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

R.R. #3 Box 267 SUNMAN, IN 47041
Authorized ‘‘DiB’s’’ distributor

CONNIE’S VIOLET HAVEN

30 Leaves ( my choice) $7.50

Shipped postpaid — First Class Mail
Carefully Labeled ~ No Duplicates

Parkers Glen Road Shohola, PA 18458

Violets By Beverly

1325 Paseo Sereno San Dimas, CA 91773

(714) 599-1526

Order from this ad = New tor 1981. Plants $3.00 each,
Leaves $1.00 each. Minimum order $15.00. All orders
shipped postpaid priority mail.

DIB’S DISTRIBUTOR •— Amethyst Caper, Bunch O’Violets, Carrie
Ann, Champayne Mist, City O’Albion. Midnite Bleu
REED’S HOUSE OF VIOLETS PARTNER — Cora! Rose. Cotton
Queen, Dixie Snow, Lovey Mine, Our Hope, *Plum Royal
SWIFT’S OF DALLAS Fairytale, Make Beiieve, Noteworthy,
Ornamental, Pink Wax, Unique Pink, Unpredictable, Winekin
SUSAN’S VIOLETS =“ Cherry Pie. Christmas Angel, ‘Classy
Lassie, Desert Night, ‘Sheer Bliss. ‘Silver Mist, *Zig Zag
VIOLETS c/0 COOKIE — ‘Leatrice, ‘Marie Knoblock, New
Orleans Lady. Old Man River, ‘Rebel Rouser, ‘Swamp Fever
SANDRA LEARY WILLIAMS — Betty Terry, ‘Caribbean Treasure,
islander, Seawyfe, Spanish Galleon
MARCIA BOER — ‘Black Bird, ‘Dutch Treat, ‘Old Crow. ‘John
the Third, ‘John the Fourth, ‘Tom’s Wine, ‘Wild Goose
GRANGER GARDENS — Candyland, Capistrano, ‘Frostfire, Rose
Reverie, Rose Sonnet, Pink Bandmaster, Rose Bandmaster

Current list with more 1981 releases, and the best of the older
varieties is available for 50$ in coin (no checks).

VISITORS WELCOmiE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Please make checks payable to Helen B. Moffatt

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

83

CLEARVIEW COVE VIOLETS

“Northern Shores Of Lake Michigan’’

Mother & Father like African violets too,

I’d buy some for them if I were you.

Great Mother & Father’s day gifts from our extensive selec¬
tion of, Fredette originals and leading hybridizers.

We welcome inquiries/visits. Please call before coming.
List 50e and L.S.A.S.E. for 30« Please

Mrs. D. S. Helms me. #1, box 354

Phone 906-786-0356 Bark River, Ml 49807

MARY'S HOUSE OF VIOLETS

African Violets at shop only. No List

Special - EPISCIA CLEOPATRA runner
$4.50 each • 2 for $8.00
Grown in normal home conditions under lights.
PLEASE ADD $2.00 PER SHIPMENT FOR PACKING
AND AIR MAIL POSTAGE.

SHIPPING JUNE 1 TO OCTOBER 1

33 Sauquoit Street ( 315 ) 736-0437

New York Mills, NY 13417

NAPA VALLEY VIOLETS

636 Cunard Drive Napa, CA 94558

707-255-1252

New 1981 Fredette introductions are available
as well as Sidney Groeneman’s lovely 1981
hybrids. Many other varieties from leading
hybridizers are also on our list.

Visitors are weicome by appointment
List available for 35<p

MARVELOUS

I SUMMER FUN —

25 miniature, semiminiature, or trail-
ing African violets leaves, all differ-
I ent, and labelled. Have plants by fall.

S $7.95 postpaid

Our 1981 descriptive list is still available for
$1.00 which is refundable on your first order.
Free list included with above special.

RON BRENTON 30840 Wentworth

(313) 261-6767 Livonia, Ml 46154

Something Old — Something New

12 african violets $20.00 Postpaid
My choice of variety
New varieties included in every order
Send your want list, I’li select from it, if I have them

OFFER EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 1

THE BLOOM ROOM

3459 EAST STREET
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243

(205) 967-6655 State Inspected

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

84

VIOLET GARDENS

Proudly Announces Our Hybrids for 1981

CALIFORNIA DREAMER — Burgundy sgl. w/dker.
burgundy upper petals, dk. Tommie Lou fol., Stan.
FANTASYLAND — - Pale Lavender stars in abundance
w/dk. Lav. stripes & splashes, semitrailing. SM
HONEY MOON — Lavender sgl. to sdbl. w/purple
streaks, splashes, var. fol. of “honey gold.” Small Stan.
OLD BLUE EYES -- White sdbl. w/blue center, emerald
green glossy foliage. Prolific. Stan.

RASPBERRY GLITTER Deep Raspberry-Red dbl.
w/lighter center, heavily frilled white edge, cream, green
& gold foliage. Stan. Early Bloomer.

SAN FRANCISCO MIST -- Sdbl. White w/tufted center of
white w/blue lines. Tommie Lou foliage. Stan.

PLUS

1981 Fredette, SSVN, Utz & all leading hybridizers. Over
900 varieties reasonably priced. List — .50$ refundable.

1 60 N. Montgomery Street San Jose, CA 95110
(408) 293-0139

Visitors welcome by appt. U.S.A. shipping only.

MESSIN’ ROUND VIOLETRY

Phone (313) 373-0172 List 25(i; and 30(p S.A.E.

AUTHORIZED FREDETTE DISTRIBUTOR

THE ULTIMATE IN beautiful violets from the
leading hybridizers — Fredette, Swifts,
Granger, Sooner State, Lyon, Sisk, Utz, etc.
Plants or leaves.

Allegro $3.50 or Superthrive $4.19 ppd.
with plant order

EVELYN BECKMAN

4040 Squirrel Rd. Lake Orion, Ml 48035

* LAKESIDE

VIOLETS*

Fresh Cut African Violet Leaves

1981 Releases

Trailers

Wasps

Fantasies

Old Favorites

Variegates

Minis

Species

*SPECIAL* 12 different leaves, my choice, $5.00
postpaid. Types you prefer may be requested. Order
direct from ad for prompt delivery.

over 500 varieties

82 Brady Road

LIST 50$ Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849

visitors by appointment

(201) 663-4243

Lumen-Liter Plant Stands are made of Gleaming Aluminum
square tubing with high impact soft green trays. Lights are
easily adjustable above trays with chains

4 Tray $46.95 . 8 Tray $58.95 '

Fbctures for above stands with 2-24 inches — 20 watt cool
white tubes $20.95 each with cord and plug. Add 4% tax in
Wisconsin, U.S. Only. No Canada.

SHIPPING BY LHPS TO 48 STATES

FLORALITE COMPANY

41 24A East Oakwood Rd. Oak Creek, Wl 531 54

Phone (414) 762-1770

LIGHT — THE MOST IMPORTANT
FACTOR IN GROWTH IN ORCHIDS
The LIGHT INTENSITY METER is the only
instrument designed for plants. It reads the
"radiant light" of both sunlight and artificial light.
Has ft, candle scale, and book covering all
aspects of light, plant growth, photoperiodism.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. $29.95 ppd.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCEPTS, 710 NW 57th
St., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309. Check, M.O., Visa
or Mastercharge.

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

85

TRAYS FOR WICK WATERING

Sizes for a window sill or a whole stand.
White plastic grid suspends pots over
water.

Also a complete line of growing supplies.
AND over 250 different violets—minis,
standards, and gesneriads.

25 page plant stands and supplies catalog/
descriptive plant list: 75^ (coins)

THE VIOLET SHOWCASE
3147 SOUTH BROADWAY Dept. AV
ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO S0110

PAFS AFRICAN VIOLETS

Rt. 7, Box 45 713-753-2228

Beaumont, TX 77706 Call for directions j

All Violet Supplies \

Have many of the “New” Wrangler Series, also January, ;
1982 I will have all New Fredette originals — in addition
to my own hybrids and many other varieties. i

The Little Plant Haven

Donald and Wilma Del Buono
1331 La Porte — Waco, Tex. 76710
Area Code 81 7 Ph. 772-0544

Authorized Fredette Distributor
15 great new varieties for 1981

Partner In The House of Violets
22 beauties for 1981

Many beautiful new African Violets from Swift,
Susan, Hortense Pittman, Uti, Violets c/o Cookie,
and others.

Shipping leaves only. Write for free list.

We feature top quality, fast service, the best
packing and reasonable prices. A trial order
will convince you that we are a dependable
source of fine violets.

GREEN HOUSE NEWS

WE DOOD IT! Andy and Carol have released the operation of THE
GREEN HOUSE to Alan'and Suzanne Higginbotham, an enthusiastic
young couple from Downey, CA. Andy and Carol will continue to live
at 9515 Flower St. and will assist Alan and Suzanne in learning the
commercial aspect of growing African Violets. Alan and Suzanne
have some experience in growing and landscaping and Rick, 12,
the oldest of their 4 children, already shows interest and ability in
the business. Andy and Carol wish to see their 16 year effort con¬
tinued in growing select African Violets, providing tested supplies,
producing the superior GRO-CART, offering facilities for Club Field
Trips, helping with advertising. Alan and Suzanne hope to see you
at the Convention.

HAPPY GROWING,

ANDY, CAROL, ALAN and SUZANNE

Due to postage increase, please send 35® for supply list and GRO-CART brochure. NO
plan! list. NO plant shipping.

m EKEH HEESET

9515 Fl«ver $treet»Bellflower, Ca.90706
(213)925-0870

NEW HOURS; Wed. thru Sat. 10 AM to 5 PM; Sun. 1 to 5 PM. CLOSED MONDAY, TUESDAY, and HOLIDAYS.

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YOUR MAGAZINE

Give a friend a gift that keeps on giving for
months to come: the African Violet Magazine!
The Magazine comes with an AVSA member¬
ship of $6.00.

BRIGHT BLOSSOMS
GREENHOUSE

Carol Kosalski

R.D. #5, Amsterdam, NY 12010
(518) 842-8929

Fresh Cut leaves $7.00 per dozen — Minimum order 6
leaves. It’s ‘‘In The Bag” rooted leaves — $1.00 each,
Minimum order 6 leaves. He\N 1981 varieties are NOT
available ‘‘In The Bag”

U.S.A. List 75$

Overseas Shipping List $1 .75, includes postage

STOP KILLING YOUR PLANTS

Easy-to-use precision instruments show
status instantly. No chemicals or dyes
Simply insert probes into soil. Funda¬
mental tools for growing all plants.

M9.95 M9.95 ni.95

1. Fertility Analyzer - Prevents over
application of fertilizer.

2. pH meter - End soil guesswork - Get
acid/alkalinity balance.

3. Moisture/light meter - Know your
water & light needs.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED

Environmental Concepts

710 N.W. 57th St. Dept . AF

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

Check, M.O., Mastercharge, Visa

SPECIAL! All three $45.95

SUSAN’S

SWEETHEART VIOLETS

4367FanklinAve. Susan Shaw 303-669-4233
Loveland, CO 80537

Starter Plants $2.00 Ppd.

Leaves One Dozen $7.50 Ppd.
SUMMER SPECIAL: 10 Plants your choice $18.00 Ppd.

One dozen leaves your choice $6.50

Ppd.

Offer ends July 31, 1981

POT CHART

25

50

100

2V2" Round (green only)
3” Rd. Standard or Tub

$ 1.75

$ 3.00

$ 5.75

(white)

3V2" Rd. Standard or Tub

$ 1.90

$ 3.75

$ 7.25

(white)

$ 2.90

$ 5.75

$10.50

4” Tubs

$ 3.50

$ 6.75

$12.50

5” Tubs

$ 5.75

$10.50

$20.00

All 3” to 5" pots have rolled edges to protect petioles.

3” Thrittee Labels

100 (white only)

$ 1.00

4” Stake Labels

100 (white only)

$ 1.50

FERTILIZER

Volkmann’s

15-30-15

8 oz.

$ 2.00

Peter's

12-36-14

8 oz.

$ 1.25

Peter’s

5-50-17

8 oz.

$ 2.50

Order supplies from the ad or send for the descriptive plant and
supply list tor 1981 tor .25$.

Add $3.00 to supply orders for shipping.

State Inspected Overseas orders welcome.

Bugtussle

Violets

Authorized Fredette Distributor
Our Spring selection is terrific. The
1981 lists are practically all new
selections, for your growing pleasure, and
at last years prices, plus plants & leaves
of our choice, even less.

List 50$ and Large S.A.S.E. Please
Mrs. Keith Haywood Leonard, Ml 48038
5280 Haven Rd. Phone 31 3’628-3478

Butler’s Nursery

African Violet Plants & Leaves
by Leading Hybridizers

Send Name and Address
for FREE 1981 Catalog
(please print)

10052-136 AVE. N.E. KIRKLAND, WA 98033
206/827-7703

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

87

CAPE COD VIOLETRY

John & Barbara Cook
Dept. AV 28 Minot St.
(617) 548-2798
Falmouth, Massachusetts 02540

Authorized Distributor for FREDETTE
ORIGINALS — NEW ‘81 RELEASES from
FREDETTE, GRANGER GARDENS.
REINHARDT, ANALEE, UTZ, FISHER OF
CANADA, CHAMPION, LYON and more. Full line of EPISCIAS and SUPPLIES.
Catalog $1.00 refundable with order. WE CARRY ALL THE SPECIES AND THE
ORIGINAL 10. Also all the striped blossom varieties including VALENCIA.

PLASTIC FLOWER POTS

3” round thru 5” round have rolled rims

Size Color

Type

10

25

50

100

500

IV4” Gr. only

Thumb Pot

$ .90

$ 2.10

$ 3.70

$ 6.85

$ 31.50

2V4” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. or Sq.

.65

1.20

2.25

4.25

20.00

2V2’’ Gr. or Wt.

Rd. or Sq.

.70

1.25

2.35

4.50

21.00

3” Wt. only

Rd. Tub

.90

2.10

3.70

6.85

31.50

3V2'' Gr. orWt.

Rd. Tub

1.05

2.50

4.65

8.65

39.50

4” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

1.30

2.90

5.45

10.25

45.00

AVi" Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

1.75

4.15

7.35

14.10

68.25

5” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.00

4.50

8.65

15.75

71.40

6" - Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.60

6.00

11.00

20.00

92.00

6” Hvy. Gr. or Wt.

Hvy. Rd. Tub

4.80

11.50

22.50

44.00

210.00

6V2" Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.90

6.55

12.60

23.10

100.00

Violet Pot with Detachable Saucer

3V4" Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.60.

6.00

10.90

19.40

89.25

Plastic Heavy Duty Pot Saucers

SVs" Gr. only

1.50

3.50

6.50

12.00

4” Gr. or Wt.

1.75

4 00

6.90

12.70

4V2” Gr. only

1.80

4.25

7.25

13.00

5" Gr. or Wt.

2.00

4.45

8.40

15.75

6" Gr. orWt.

2.80

6.55

12.00

22.00

Plastic Wick Water Reservoirs

(recessed snap-on-lids) 16 oz.

2.50

5.70

10.40

18.90

81.90

(wicks not included) 32 oz.

3.85

9.25

17.10

31.75

119.70

4” White Plastic Labels

.30

.50

.85

1.50

6.50

Plastic Hanging Planters

1

5

10

25

50

(with saucers and wire hangers)

5 ’A”

3-V,” Deep

.80

3.40

6.00

13.65

25.20

6” Green

4V4” Deep

.95

4.00

7.50

17.30

31.50

8” or

5” Deep

1.15

5.75

10.40

24.40

46.20

10" White

6V4” Deep

1.50

7.25

13.85

33.15

63.00

Permanest Trays

1

6

12

25

8" X 12" X 2V2"

Green

.95

5.50

10.50

22" X IIV2’’ X 2y2"

only

2.95

17.25

33.00

Plastic Trays

25 V2” X 13V2” X 3->/,e” Green

2.50

14.00

26.00

50.00

or white

Elisa's African Violet Rings

9" Green only

1.00

5.50

9.90

18.70

13” Green only

1.25

6.60

12.10

23.10

Mini Green only

1.00

5.00

9.00

17.00

Sweet

Violets

I

Stick Pin

(shown actual size)
$3.50

Large Stick Pin

$4.00

Matching Violet
Pins

Pendants
Rings
Earrings
(Clip or Pierced)

$5.00 each

Jewelry sent Postpaid

FREDETTE’S ALLEGRO PLANT TONIC

PETER’S WATER SOLUBLE FERTILIZERS

Excellent for starting leaves and small plants. Use 3
tsp. per gal. water. 4 oz. bottle — $2.75 each; 3 for

Formula

Type

2 oz.

Size/Price
4 oz.

$7.50; 6 for $13.50; 12 for $25.00. 1 gal. (for large

12-36-14

.African Violet Special

$ .70

$1.20

growers) $30.00 each.

5-50-17

Variegated Special

.70

1.20

15-16-17

Peat-Lite Special

.70

1.20

SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS:

Supplies shipped UPS or Parcel Post

Shipping Charges $2.50

All other Countries — Actual Cost

Mass, residents include 5% Sales Tax

Please include STREET or ROAD, Zip Code & Phone

Number.

Prices subject to change without notice.

12

$2

2

2

(contains extra trace
minerals for use with
soilless mixes)

2 oz.

4 oz.

16 oz.

20-20-20 General Purpose

.60

1.00

2.00

15-30-15 House Plant Special

.60

1.00

2.00

Dolomite Limestone

2 lbs/1 .25

Charcoal No. 3 Coarse

10 oz.

20 oz.

40 oz.

No. 6 Medium

.70

1.25

2.25

Vermiculite (No. 2 Coar.se)

5 qts.

16 qts.

Perlite (Coarse)

1.10

3.00

1.55

4.85

Long Fibered Sphagnum Moss

432 cu. in./2.00

Capillary watering mat - a full 4 feet wide
$2.00 per running yard - whole yard lengths

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

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VIOLA’S VIOLETS

10 Baby African Violets . . . . $ 6.00

100 Baby African Violets . $50.00

30 African Violet Leaves . . $10.00

Labeled, my choice, no two alike. UPS prepaid.

Route 1 , Box 31 3 Lecoma, MO 65540

African Violets or Episcias

6 plants - Labeled blooming size (assorted) . . . $10.00
12 Starter African Violet plants (assorted) ..... $10.00

6 fresh cuttings Episcias labeled . $ 5.00

16 fresh cut - Labeled African violet leaves .... $ 5.00
My choice only — Listing 30q:

MRS. LEONARD VOLKART

309 W. Meadow Lane California, MO 65018

INTRODUCTION OFFER FOR JUNE

from Eve’s Leaves

1 doz. leaves ppd. $5.00 state inspected

Varieties from leading hybridizers
IVi" pot plants — $1.25 3y2” pot plants — $1.75

no plants shipped at sale price

7511 Middlebury Place Call for directions

Charlotte, NC 28212 704-568^78

MCECINNEY'S^GLASSEMOUSE ‘

African Violets, Gesneriads and Supplies
Large selection of diminutive terrarium plants
Leaves, cuttings or plants
Appointments at the greenhouse, please
30$ for list

James B. McKinney

89 Mission Road, Eastborough, Wichita, KS 67207
(316) 686-9438 and 684-5333

ULTRA VIOLETS

Miniatures — Standards — Starters

Large blooming plants
Proven show plants and newest varieties
Collectors: Dardevil, Desert Dawn, Sassy Lass.
205-988-3220 Call for appointment

2165 Bailey Brook Dr., Birmingham, AL
No shipping

McLESTER’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

308 Meadowood Circle, Kannapolis, NC 28081

FRESH CUT AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES
1981 releases, older varieties by leading hybridizers
List 35$ Shipping April-Nov. Plants available at shop

CALL FOR APPOINTMENT (704) 938-2609

AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES

Specializing in Unusual Multicolor
and Fantasy Blossoms

LIST .25$ U.S.A.ONLY

JEANNE P. BOHN

P.O. BOX 174 HYGIENE, COLORADO 80533

PAT MCDONALD’S VIOLETRY

Leading hybridizers Latest varieties

Leaves: 10 for $5 (my choice)

Starter plants: $2.00 ea. (my choice) Min. 4 plants
List 25$

Rt. 1 Box 59AA-A VISITORS

Deep Gap, NC 28618 phone (704) 262-5494

BRI-LEA GREENHOUSES

IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE

We are going to start retail shipping “MAY 1, 1981”

Hundreds of BEAUTIFUL AFRICAN VIOLETS

to choose from. Old, new and unusual varieties PLUS
Miniatures, AND Trailers, all by leading hybridizers.

SEND 250 FOR COMPLETE DESCRIPTIVE LIST

Bri-Lea Greenhouses
Rt. 1 Box 235 Bilter Rd.
Aurora, IL 60504
Phone: 312-851-3480

VISIT US TODAY
OUR HOURS ARE:

Mon. -Sat. 9:00 to 5:00
Sun. 1:00 to 5:00

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

89

EVA’S VIOLET WORLD

African Violets, Growing Supplies, FloraCarts and Gro-
Lights. We also carry 6” Mini Rings and 18” Maxi Rings.

9358 Bellaire Blvd.

Houston, TX 77036

Closed

(713) 776-2966

Monday

Violets At The Ernst's

221 S.E. 70th St. Gainesville, FL 32601
904-376-8655

VIOLETS & SINNINQIAS — SASE

26 YEARS

Serving the Northwest with — Choice African violets, Gesneriads,
Begonias, Hoyas, Orchids. — The latest varieties including our
own. Come and visit.

Hours: 9-5:30 Sun 1-5 Closed Monday

Sorry, No shipping

Arndt’s House Plants

20454 NE Sandy Blvd. Troutdale,OR (503)665-9466

IN CHICAGO

spring is here
lovelies at

CLOUD NINE
GARDENS

are from

Irene Fredette Fisher of Canada

Violets c/o Cookie Sooner State
Lyndon Lyon Plus many more

visitors welcome

By Appointment (312) 883-9864

If you like minis and semis — Brand-new —
Ten lovelies with foliage just like Tommie Lou’,
My ad will appear in the month, September

So please don’t forget, please try to remember.

Candy Russell
Candy’s Plants

SPOONIT

“GETS THINGS GROWING!’

Promotes rapid
growth in all
potted plants
including African
Violets, ferns,
flowers and
ornamentals.

get 1 lb. for

$3.50 pp

from

PLANTSMITH

1924 Plymouth Street
Mt. View, California 94043

"Schultz-Instant”

LIQUID PLANT FOOD

EASY TO USE

‘Just add 7 drops per qt. in the water
Everytime you water,

Everything you grow. ”

Ultra Pure, Concentrated, 10-15-10,
Liquid, All Purpose, "Starts & Feeds
Formula"®. Convenient for all indoor
and outdoor uses. 3 Sizes.

Available at your store or send
$1 50 tor 5'/i oz. $2 75 lor 12 oz.

$4 00 for 28 oz (includes mailing)

"Schultz- Instant”

EASY TO USE

“Just add ’/. tsp. per gal. in the water
Everytime you water, Everything you grow.

Ultra Pure, Concentrated, 20'30-20, Soluble,
All Purpose, "Starts & Feeds Formula"®.
Sizes for Gardens, Vegetables, Flowers,
Roses, Shrubs, Trees, Lawns, Greenhouses,
Nurseries. 3 Sizes.

Available at your store or send $2 50 lor
1 lb . Small Garden Size. $9.95 lor 5 lb
Lawn & Garden Size, $33.00 for 25 lb
Estate Size (includes mailing)

By the makers of "Plant Shine*"

SCHULTZ CO.-SI. Louis, MO 63043

send for our fund raising offer

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Fresh cut leaves ^ Allegro plant tonic

Episcia stolons ' — ^ Established plants

Supplies \y' List — 25<i:

10% off on Fall Orders
Ask for our

MINIATURES SEMI-MINIATURES

9 Turney Place Mrs. Mary V. Boose Trumbull, CT 06611

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FRESH CUT LEAVES: $7.50 Dozen
MINIMUM ORDER — 1 Dozen Leaves

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SARASOTA*

SEA SCAPE*

CORAL COVE*
MAXIMO MOORINGS*

PRECIOUS CARGO*
HARBOR LIGHTS*
KIALOA*
SANDCASTLE

ALL NEW SANDRA LEARY HYBRIDS

SPANISH GALLEON BOCO GRANDE

BERMUDA HIGH TRADEWINDS

GYPSY TRANCE OCEAN MIST

SUN COASTER MAYAN MAGIC

ROOTED CUniNGS; $3.25 Each
Minimum Order — Six Rooted Cuttings

KEY WEST
LARGO

BUBBLE GUM
COCO PLUM
HIGH ADVENTURE

*GASPARILLA — Full doubles of candy pink with deep red upper petals (see our March '81 ad for additional Leary Varieties).

REIGNING VIOLETS’ OWN INTRODUCTIONS FOR liSI ~ Lsavfls Only
POCONO FIRE BALL — it’s red hot!! Deep red doubles on dark, smooth foliage. Foliage lays flat and grows very symmetrically.

MOUNTAIN MAN — Large deep blue semidoubles on tailored Tommie Lou foliage. Grows large.

LADY VIVIAN — Bright pink semidouble and doubles with slightly ruffled edge. Dark, wavy foliage is variegated with light green, cream and tan. Grows large.

RING OF FIRE — Double lavender with purple fantasy splashes, bloom is edged in a sparkling fuchsia. Deeply quilted, variegated foliage.

PAPER ROSES — Light dusty rose semidouble stars. Bloom has a translucent, iridescent quality giving appearance of a tissue paper flower.

NEW SOONER STATE VIOLETS -- ‘Leaves Only

SUNDANCER CONTINENTAL SUGAR LIHLE SCHOONER GREAT PRETENDER DANCIN’ FOOL (New)

SHADOW PLAY EASY PINK LIHLE MISS LIHLE FEATHER AUTUMN’S STORMY WEATHER (New)

COCOAMOJACK LITTLE GENERAL LIHLE TATTLE TALE LIHLE PISTOL AUTUMN’S LIHLE PRISS

SEPTEMBER AFFAIR —■ Huge white semidouble pansy bloom with heavy lavender glittered overlay — ruffled edge tipped in green on upper petals.

MAIDEN BLUSH

LYONS

A first! Creamy ivory pom-pom doubles on permanently variegated foliage (Lillian Jarrett type) — Strong grower. See our March ’81 ad for additional
Sooner State Varieties.

LYNDON LYONS

SHYNESS

STAR BUCK

MORNING SONG
PROVOCATIVE

TWIKI

LOVE BUG

TRIPLE TWIST

MYSTIC GLOW

CONFEHI TRAIL

DARTH VADAR (New)

ECHOES OF PINK (New)
DISCO DANCIN' (New)

RAVING RED (New)

EDGE OF ELOQUENCE (New)
DISCO DAZZLER (New)

MY DESIRE

COLOR WONDER

HUG ME (New)

SPLISH SPLASH (New)

STAR WARS (New)

KRISTI MARIE (New)

GO WILD (New)

SATIN MAUVE (New)

RUNNING WILD (New)

DELICATE LOVE (New)

COUNTRY COUSIN

SATIN SASSY (New)

FRINGED CHARM (New)
FROSTED DELIGHT (New)

BY REQUEST (New)

RED WOW

DYN-O-MITE

CORAL FLING (New)
SMOKEY LOVE (New)
TUniE FRUTTI (New)
LINDSAY ANN

VIBRANT VAL (New)
WISHING (New)

TEMPIE (New)

LILAC GEM

DAINTY CHARM (New)
LOVES CHARM (New)
STAR PERFORMER

SWEET CHARMER
BUCKEYE TRAIL (New)

SCENE STEALER — ‘'Dyn-o-mite” Red bloom on Tommie Lou variegation. (New)

‘FREDEHE

^ New for ’81

•CHAMPION -

New for '81

LORENZEN

BERMUDA HIGH

CANDY GREEN

COLIBRI

CANDY-0

DANCIN’

Leaves Only

JANEEN

MUSIC

PLUM SURPRISE

REPLIQUE

SARAVA

SEEING STARS

TINSEL TOWN

LILAC FLIP

DOT & DASH

NEON RAINBOW

Leaves Only

ROCKET

WHITE LIGHTNING
PERIWINKLE TRINKET
TRINKET SEAS

RAMBLIN’ LILAC

BLUE POODLE (New)

AUNT ANN (New)

SWEET MARY

VERN’S SWINGER

MRS. GREG

VERN’S GIANT ORCHID

GRANGER GARDENS

PEPPERMINT LACE (New)
COTILLION (New)
NORMANDY (New)
TRANQUILITY (New)

SAM M YE BALLARD (New)
ASPEN PINK (New)

CALAIS (New)

CRYSTALAIRE (New)

ROSE SONNET (New)
CARNIVAL (New)

CAPRI (New)

FROSTFIRE (New)

ROSE JUBILEE (New)
ROSEMARIE (New)

PINK BANDMASTER (New)
FIESTA FRILLS (New)

LAVENDER BANDMASTER (New)
WHITE BOUNTY (New)

WINTER FANTASY (New)
CAPISTRANO (New)

SUPER PINK (New)

ORCHID FIESTA (New)

MARDI GRAS (New)

KIN6SW00D RED (New)

ETUDE (New)

STARTLER

PINK ILLUSION (New)

STAR LACE (New)

CARMINE (New)

BLUE VICEROY (New)
AMIGO (New)

BLUE RADIANCE (New)

VENUS (New)

WHITE CRUSADER (New)
CORAL SUNSET (New)
CORAL CELEBRITY (New)
MAHOGANY BELLE (New)
MON AMI (New)
SPRINGTIME (New)
CAMELOT PINK (New)

QUALITY VIOLETS FROM FISHER OF CANADA

ANDELA HEI-NING (New)
CAROLYN (New)

DEBRA (New)

ELLEN MARIE (New)
ELLY-CEE (New)

ESTELLE (New)

GREEN LADY (New)
GRETCHEN (New)

HEIDI (New)

IDA (New)

NORA (New)

PAT (New)

RALPH (New)

RICHARD (New)

SYLVIA (New)

TIMOTHY (New)

WALTER JAMES (New)

ADAM scon (New)

APRICOT SILK (New)

APRIL (New)

ARLENE ALICE (New)

GREEN BAND (New)

JOANNE CORA (New)

JULIA LYNN (New)

KATHLEEN ANN (New)
MOUNT ABU (New)

OLD ROSE (New)

RED BALLET (New)
TYPHOO (New)

WHITE CLIFFS (New)

BIG ARKIE (New)

CORAL ROSE (New)
COLONIAL BELLE (New)
COnON QUEEN (New)
DIXIE CHARM (New)

PINK LEMONADE
JUNE SWIFT
DENVER BELLE
MRS. IKE
BIG TEX

‘LEONE — It’s SO special, we had to take the space to tell you about it — Leone is a deep reddish plum SPLASHED with pink. The foliage is very dark and grows very sym¬
metrically. WE think it’s a real winner!

REEDS HOUSE OF VIOLETS - Leaves Only

DIXIE SNOW ( New) LOVEY MINE ( New) SOMETHING PRETTY ( New)

FANCIFRILL ( New) LOWERY ( New) SUPER STARS ( New)

FIRST PLACE ( New) MY STARS ( New) SWEET MAGIC ( New)

GLACIER BLUE ( New) OUR HOPE ( New) VERY GRAPE ( New)

LILAC LADY ( New) PLUM ROYAL ( New) VERY VERY ( New)

PICTURE PERFECT VIOLETS

DISTANT THUNDER (11/80) PINK MIRIAM STEEL (3/81) RIPTIDE (3/81) ZOE (6/80)

DIB’S PINK PANIC (11/80) PINK POPPY (3/81) DiB’s MARY RAE (3/81) SINCERELY (1/81)

PURPLE POPPY (11/80) LARGO (3/81) ANNE’S FAVORITE SPORT (3/81) JUNE SWIFT (6/80)

All twelve leaves — $5.50 postpaid. Date shown after variety name indicates issue of AVM where variety is pictured.

DOLLAR DAYS

Come visit us this summer June 20 through June 30 or July 15 through July 25. We’ll have 1,000 plants in 3-inch pots to choose from — all priced at $1.00 each. (Not all
varieties available.)

PA Residents please add 6% State Sales Tax. All orders are shipped First Class Mail Postpaid. If you desire special delivery, please add $2.50
All leaves and rooted cuttings are limited to one each per variety.

Complete descriptive list of over 2,000 varieties available for shipping is $1.00 (Vols. I & II) If you have our 1980 List ( Voi. I), Just send 50« for Vol. II. Volume II contains only
the new additions for 1981 , approximately 400 more varieties. Wholesale & Retail prices for plants at our shop only. We do not ship plants — rooted cuttings and leaves only.

Please allow 4-S weeks for delivery.

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Lynde Violets

Plants/Leaves — Major Hybridizers
List — SASE
Visitors by Appointment

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GREATER OKLAHOMA CITY AREA

AV lovers are invited to become members of an
evening club. The June 23 meeting will be at St.

David’s Episcopal Church, 3333 N. Meridian, at 7:30
p.m. For more information, please call Cherokee
Hudson at 787-4322.

P.O. Box 186

SOMERSET CENTER, MICHIGAN 49282

African Violet Leaves

All Different and Labeled . . . Newest Varieties
$5.00 Dozen Postpaid

BELL’S CAROLINA VIOLETS

Starter Plants Leaf Cuttings Supplies

DISTRIBUTORS, Sandra Leary Hybrids, The House of Violets, Sooner
State. Over 450 varieties by leading hybridizers, 1981 releases, older
favorites, all outstanding.

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olets

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Authorized Distributor

SANDRA LEARY HYBRIDS

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SARASOTA Exquisite fringed red semidbis edged with a
strong trim of snowy white, blooming in profusion over
dark tailored foliage with just a hint of a wave.

CORAL COVE A true deep water coral, even darker hued
around the bright yellow stamens. Huge semidbl stars
over bright green tailored foliage.

SEASCAPE Giant strong pink semidbl stars with lavender
shadings, ruffled and fringed over dark tailored show
foliage. A picture of rare beauty!

PRECIOUS CARGO Brilliant pink semidbis trimmed with
pure white on ruffled edges. Gorgeous and floriferous
over tailored foliage. You’ll treasure It!

MAXIMO MOORINGS Shaded deep pink to mostly
fuchsia-red very full double over magnificent tailored
variegated foliage.

HARBOR LIGHTS Clusters of shiny white semidbis with
delicate purple trim beckon you from above their
tailored quilted foliage of medium green.

KIALOA Soft pink large full double over dark tailored show
foliage, beautifully variegated with bright white.

GASPARILLA A festival of bright beauty! These full
double blooms of candy pink crowned with deeper red
on the upper petals mass over lightly waved dark show
foliage.

MILLIE HANSEN A sure winner in the single’s class. The
beauty of these deep red clusters over dark slightly
wavy foliage is matched only by the inner beauty of the
friend for whom it was named.

Order from ad or send 30f for complete list. Plants $2.75, Leaves $1.00. Minimum order $11. Add $3.00 Shipping and
Handling for orders up to $25 plus 10% of amount over $25. For Styrofoam lined insulated box add $1.00 Special Handling
charge. Florida residents add 4% Sales Tax. Shipping Priority Air Mail April to November, fall varieties beginning in
September. Order early for best selection.

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Qrest^ood \)ioletr^

7314 Jervis St., Springfield, VA 22151

MUSIC MAN — Big, beautiful violet sdbl stars
measure 3” or more! This is the first large
blossomed plant to have pink, green &
cream variegated foliage. $3.25 ppd.

CANDY-0 — An abundance of scrumptious
mixed pink & white sdbis on a plant that’s a
must in any collection. Lovely variegated
foliage, too! $3.25 ppd.

PERSONALITY A stunner with pretty clus¬
ters of white & lavender flowers on easily
grown, large foliage. $2.85 ppd.

IPANEMA — Exquisite, large, rosy pink dbis,
banded with deep orchid, then edged with a
greenish ruffle! $2.85 ppd.

BLACK ACE — The striking deep burgundy
purple dbIs, edged in sugar white, that is
winning awards everywhere! $2.85 ppd.

ONE ’N ONLY — Here’s a large growing plant
with large blossoms of full dbl hot pink.
$2.85 ppd.

DANCIN’ Frilly white sdbis with delicate
blue rays at the centers. These pretty
blossoms top scalloped, green & rose
variegated foliage. $3.25 ppd.

APRIL VIOLET — You don’t want to miss these
huge lavender sdbl stars, tipped with bright
plum. The variegated foliage also has a
lavender tint. $2.85 ppd.

REPLIQUE ““ Unusual, large, raspberry sdbl
blossoms, touched with burgundy at the tips
& edged in green. $3.25 ppd.

BY GEORGE — Big, fantasy, sdbl stars of
rose with lavender & purple splotches,
breath taking in full bloom! Variegated
foliage makes a ribbon winning show plant.
$2.85 ppd.

SAMMYE BALLARD — One of the best dbl
whites available! 3” blossoms practi¬
cally hide the symmetrical, full foliage.
$2.85 ppd.

Minimum order 4 plants. VISA & MC accepted.

Complete list 30cp
Visitors welcome by appointment

(703)941-2996 (703)256-1575

^nama City, FL Visitors welcome

KATHY’S VIOLET HOUSE

Plants and Supplies
211 14 St. Laguna Beach, FL

Call 234-2468 No shipping

607-326-7973 No shipping

JANOSICK GREENHOUSES

African Violets

greenhouses sales only wholesale & retail

Robbins Road Roxbury, NY 12474

SPOT ■ THAT ■ MITE
With this 20 Power Pocket Micro¬
scope Equipped with a Pen Light
$12.95 Postpaid

Send 50 cents for Complete Growing
Supply List

BERNARD D. GREESON

3548 N. Cramer Milwaukee, Wisconsin 5321 1

African Violet Leaves

12 Leaves (labeled) $3.50
25 Leaves (labeled) $5.75
All leaves my choice ~ newest varieties

ELIZABETH BUCK

9255 Lk. Pleasant Rd., Clifford, Ml 4872?
(517) 761-7382

Home of African Violets

Authorized Distributor Sandra Leary Hybrids
500 varieties of exciting new beauties from leading hybridizers.
Open to visitors and clubs — please call first 803-859-2158.
No shipping — no list

Edna T. Barton 503 Southway St. , Easley, SC 29640

AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES

Selections from over 1,000 beautiful varieties
25 Leaves (My Choice) $6.00
Add $1.35 postage and handling

GERRY HALUSEK

1424 Indian Lane Carpentersville, IL 60110

USA Mail Order Only No List

“FREDETTE ORIGINALS’

“HIGHTOWER HYBRIDS”

VIOLET NOOK

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Now Shipping

Standards — Mini’s — Trailers — Variegates
By Many Hybridizers — Supplies
“Stamp for list. Visitors Welcome.”

Central Texas No Shipping

GAYLE’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

starter and Blooming Plants
Visitor’s Welcome ~ Please Call
(817) 634-5367

Route 3, Box 112 Kilieon, TX 76541

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AV-681 1 490 Saturn St. Merritt Island , FL 32952

visits by
appt. only
305-452-5670

NEW PRODUCTS
NEEDLE POINT HOLDERS

Vg” miniature round . . $ 1.19

IVg” round . . . ; . $ 1.25

2V4” aqua cups with pin holder inc . $ 6.25

33/4” aqua cups with pin holder inc. . . $ 9.00

3# white quartz pebbles . $3.85

Flower Dri Kit. A complete kit to satisfy any
flower enthusiast’s desire. 172 lb. silica
gel, floral tape, wire, drying can and

instruction booklet . $10.00

6.5 oz. Restore ( neutralizes toxic salts) . $ 1 .98

8 oz. White fly, mealy bug & mite spray

( non -aerosol) contains Pentac . $ 3.29

6 oz. Granny’s Bloomers . $ 2.49

FLORACARTS
••LOWEST PRICES^^

BA-3 Three tray stand with top
bracket and three fluorescent

fixtures . $259.99

(freight collect from Ohio)

BA-4 Four tray stand with top
bracket and four fluorescent

fixtures . $289.99

(freight collect from Ohio)

IINEWI! AFRICAN VIOLETS

(Queens of The Indoor Gardening Kingdom) By Melvin
J. Robey. The CADILLAC of African Violet books.
The best new book in years. Well Written and very
detailed. 199 pages.

Hardback . $14.94 -f $.75 postage

HELEN VAN PELT WILSON’S BOOK
ON AFRICAN VIOLETS

$5.95 (softback) -f 75(p postage

THE MIRACLE HOUSEPUNTS

The book on Gesneriads and Saintpaulias by
the Elberts

$6.95 (softback) -f 70(p postage

AFRICAN VIOLETS FOR MODERN LIVING

A new book on Violets and Gesneriads. An excellent
“how to” book. Excellent illustrations.

$2.95 -f BOq; postage

Whiting . . . 1 lb. . . . $ .75

PLANT RINGS mini or 9” . $ 1.25ea.

13” . $ 1.75ea.

Minimum cash order $5.00. Minimum charge order $15.00.
Please add $2.00 for shipping and packing up to $9.99
order; $3.00 up to $16.00; & $4.00 on all others; west of
Rockies add $.95 to all rates. BOX NUMBERS, please give
PHONE NUMBERS or address as we ship via U.P.S.

FERTILIZERS & GROWING AIDS

8 oz. Peters Violet Special 12-36-14 . $ 2.49

8 oz. Peters Variegated 5-50-17 . $ 2.79

8 oz. Oxygen Plus for African Violets 1 -3-2 .... $ 2.50

8 oz. Sea Green 5-10-5 (Sea weed, all¬
purpose plant food) . $ 2.19

8 oz. Sea Power (Soil stimulant) . . $ 2.19

1 lb. Plant Marvel 12-31-14 . $ 3.10

16 oz. Alaska fish 5-1-1 . $ 2.98

8 oz. Sturdy 0-1 5-1 4 (mix with fish fert.) . $ 2.98

4 oz. Allegro Plant tonic (makes 9 gal.) . $2.75

6 oz. Miracle-Gro Plant Therapy 10-8-7 . $ 1.99

8 oz. Cygon 2-E . $ 3.89

8 oz. Malathion . $ 3.19

8 oz. Kelthane(Miticide) . $ 3.19

8 oz. Tenderleaf (Non-Aerosol, Non¬
damaging) . $ 2.79

8 oz. Orthene (Thrips & pritchard mealy

bugs) water base . $ 3.98

8 oz. Systemic Granules . $ 2.79

4 oz. Carbonmate (fungicide) . $ 1.50

4 oz. Trace Elements . $ 2.89

6 qts. Perlite (coarse) . $ 1.25

6 qt. Verlite (coarse) . $ 1.25

2 lb. Dolomite or Superphosphate . $ 1.00

Window Sill Tray 372 ”x22y4” . $ 1.19

Plant Tray 11’’x22y4”xV4” sturdy

dk. brown ; . . . $ 2.19

PlantTrays — noholes — 21”x11”x272” . $ 1.19

PlantTrays — noholes — 11”x11”x272” . $ .89

pH Acidify Kit ( By Sudbury) . $ 3.49

POTS, PLANTERS AND LABELS

13/4” Round Plastic Pots . . 25 for $ 1 .25

2” Round Plastic Pots . . 25 for $ 1.50

274 ” Round or Square Plastic Pots . 25 for $ 1.60

272 ’ ’ Round or Square Plastic Pots . 25 for $ 1.75

3” Round or Rd. Tub Plastic Pots . 25for$ 2.00

372” RoundTubs . 25for$ 2.50

'4” Rd., Sq. or Rd. Tub Plastic Pots . 25 for $ 3.00

5’’ RoundTubs . 25 for $ 4.50

100 Stake Labels — 4” white . $ 2.70

100 Flex Labels — Yellow Only . $ 1.75

Plastic Reservoirs — 1 pt . $ .30 each

1 qt. (holds up to 5” pot) . $ .49each

includes wick & holes prepunched.

VISA

Capillary Matting (Pellon) — $1.98 per yd.
— 4’ Wide —
for charge orders, send all
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minimum charge order $12.00

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HORTENSE'S
AFRICAN VIOLETS

Mr. & Mrs. J. R. Pittman
12406 Alexandria
San Antonio, TX 78233
512-656^0128
Exciting new releases for 1981
13 new warieties of our own
11 new varieties of the late Howard Utz
Ail New Fredette originals
All New Sandra Leary Williams hybrids
Starter plants $3.00 each,

10 or more $2.75 each
F.C. leaves $1.25, postage paid
Previous releases and new releases from
other hybridizers Maas, Lyon, Granger’s,
etc. We also specialize in Minis and
Semiminis, starter plants $2.00 each, 10
or more $1.76 each. FC leaves 75$. All
plants and leaves shipped postpaid by air
mail or best way possible. Shipping all
year, weather permitting. Please list
substitutes. If we have to substitute it will
be on a two for one basis, your gain. Send
25c for list.

Visitors welcome,
call for appointment.

FOR COUNTED CROSS STITCH

African Violet Sampler Kit, 12’’x16” finished size. . . . 22.50 ppd.

Please write for our 1981 list of mini and semimini AV
leaves, including Tally Timers and Sally’s Choice, and ali
other African violet needlework and stationery accessories.
25 cents

Sally Haven Violets

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Northeast Houston No shipping

BETTY’S AFRICAN VIOLET SHOP

Plants and Supplies

17115 Faring (Sheldon & Hwy. 90 area)
Houston, Texas 77049
Visitors welcome but please call 456-8200
(open most week-ends)

CHRISTINE’S FLOWERLAND

Authorized Distributor For FREDETTE ORIGINALS
ALSO GRANGER, BAKER, LYON, AND OTHERS
VISITORS WELCOME PHONE (803) 394-2366

CHRISTINE DIGGS

118SO. LEXINGTON AVE. LAKE CITY

P.O. BOX 626 SC 29560

STATE INSPECTED

GLOXINIAS, SINNINGIAS,
EPISCIAS, AFRICAN VIOLETS:

All are Gesneriads, a family of fasci¬
nating flowering houseplants.

Join:

Membership includes a subscription to
The Gloxinian magazine (6 issues) and
a copy of the '"How To Know and Grow
Gesneriads" pamphlet.

$7.00 Single Membership
$8.00 Family Membership

Please send check or money order to:
Jeanne Morton, Membership Secretary
Dept. AV 81 P.O. Box 312
Ayer, MA 01432

We ship fresh cut leaves from our 900
variety collection, which is loaded
with popular, unique, and variegated
varieties, from all the major
hybridizers.

WE SPECIALIZE IN

Baker’s Hybrids

WE HAVE THEIR ENTIRE
1980 COLLECTION
HALE’S HOUSE OF VIOLETS
76 LONDON RD.
HEBRON, CT 06248

Send self addressed stamped
envelope, with SOe postage, for
descriptive list.

LYNDON LYON GREENHOUSES, INC.

“Where the violets are!” Exotic! New! Dbl’s & Semi’s

BLUE

HUG ME — Double purple stars hugging stan¬
dard green foliage.

SHYNESS — Dbl. purple firs., often blushed
with white above Tommie Lou foliage.

DARTH VADER — Huge white stars with wide
purple edges; standard foliage.

PINK

LOVES CHARM — Clusters of dbl. pink firs,
charm this plant; standard foliage.

DISCO DANCIN’ ~ Dbl. fantasy, dancin’ with
pink n’ purple atop tailored foliage.

FROSTED DELIGHT ^ Dbl. pink firs., frosted
with Tommie Lou foliage.

RED

RAVING RED — Dynomite red dbl. firs, in a
raving cluster above drk. foliage.

MISTY ROSE — Rosy red, dbl. firs, above
nicely scalloped foliage.

SATIN SASSY ■— Sassy new red, semidbl. firs,
on red-backed foliage.

WHITE & ORCHID

FRINGED CHARM Dbl. white firs, fringed
with purple and green above scalloped leaves.
MORNING SONG — Awakening bouquets of
dbl. white firs, above semimin. foliage.

LILAC GEM — Dbl. lilac firs, splashed with pur¬
ple; red-backed foliage.

TRAILERS

MELODY TRAIL - A melody of dbl. pink firs,
cascading over perfect foliage.

ICY TRAIL — Icy white, wild firs, covering dark
foliage.

BUCKEYE TRAIL -- Dbl. blue firs, trailing over

dark foliage.

MINIATURES

LITTLE ECHO — Wild fuchsia firs, stand tall
above dark, red-backed foliage.

TWIKI — - Semidbl. purple firs, reaching out
above small foliage.

TWINKIE “ Loads of dbl. white and purple firs,
on tailored foliage.

Prices include all costs including AIR MAIL for first priority. Six or more plants or rooted cuttings $3.69
each; less than 6 at $4.19 each — Minimum order is 2 plants or rooted cuttings. Shipping season is from

May 1 to Nov. 1.

NC SHIPPING CVERSEAS

NCTICE: Rooted cuttings are double size on orders totaling 6 or more. Send stamp for full color list.

LYNDON LYON GREENHOUSES, INC.

14 Mutchler St.

Dolgeville, N.Y. 13329

Phone: (315)429-8291

African Violet Magazine, June 1981

96

FAVORITES

FROM

Ucha

AFRICAN

VIOLETS

America’s Finest African Violets b\' Mail

Many New Africxm Violets

PIP SQUEAK (New from Lyon) — World's smallest miniature violet. Tiny bell
shaped pink blossoms. No. 719 $2.98

MIDGET VALENTINE — A miniature violet with variegated leaves, single red flower
with shiny tailored foliage. A great bloomer. No. 714 $2.79

CRIMSON BEAUTY (New from Granger) — A lively red and white bicolor. Interest¬
ing patterns on double blossoms. No. 314 $2.98

GARNET ELF — Interesting firebird type blossoms, far superior to old style fire¬
bird types. Held above dark wavy foliage. No. 514 $2.79

ICICLE TRINKET — Double white flowers above tailored variegated leaves, compact

growing semi-mini. No. 818 $2.79

RADIANT TRAIL — Large double coral blooms. A free blooming and compact
trailer. No. 909 $2.79

JIMMY — This one really blooms and blooms, neat semi-mini with good full double
pink flowers above dark green foliage. No. 817 $2.19

LIL CREEPER (New from Lyon) — Reddish cupped double, tiny flowers cover a

miniature variegated leaved trailing plant. No. 720 $2.98

CANDY LIPS — Double red and white flowers continually present over nice light
green foliage. No. 560 $2.79

TIGER (New from Fredette) — Clusters of semi double violet blue flowers. Distinc¬
tive red backed foliage, showing cream and pink variegation. No. 320 $3.29

PIXIE BLUE — An abundance of violet-shaped flowers on small, semi-trailing plant.
Miniature. No. 702 $2.19

ANTIQUE CORAL — Breathtaking coral colored double blooms are superbly accent¬
ed by the variegated light green foliage. A real beauty! No. 571 $2.79

EDNA FISCHER — Gorgeous plum purple double flower edged in white. A fitting

improvement to our favorite of 25 years ago. No. 529 $2.79

LAVENDER TEMPEST (New from Granger) — Single to semi-double lavender and
white with deep lavender edging. No. 312 $2.98

FANCY TRAIL - Double pink with lovely, shiny variegated foliage as a background.

No. 913 $2.98

Companion Plante — from $2.19 each

NEMATANTHUS ENCORE - Yellow tipped orange flowers. Handsome, small
glossy dark green leaves. Compact and semi-trailing. No. 640 $2.79

CODONANTHE GINA — Sharply pointed dark pendant foliage combines perfectly
with large waxy white flowers abundantly produced. Latest and best new hybrid.

No. 641 $2.79

AESCHYANTHUS RED CASCADE - Clusters of deep red tubular flowers. Oval
leaves tinged purple on slender trailing stems. One of the best blooming lipsticks.

No. 642 $2.79

COLUMNEA EARLY BIRD — Finest orange columnea. Lovely blossoms and foliage.

No. 652 $2.79

AESCHYNANTHUS CORAL FLAME — Clusters of flaming rose pink flowers,
closely set. Round, waxy, bright green foliage. No. 653 $2.98

EPISCIA MOSS AGATE - Bright red flowers on shiny green foliage. A robust grower.

No. 654 ' $2.79

NEMATANTHUS MARIANNE W. ~ Bright orange, pouch shaped flowers. Small,
waxy, dark green foliage. No. 655 $2.93

EPISCIA PINK BROCADE — Most striking foliage in the gesheriad family. Splashy
green. Pink and white tricolor foliage. Red flowers. No. 662 $2.98

AESCHYNANTHUS TRICOLOR — Attractive combination of yellow, and orange,
with brown accent stripes. No. 663 $2.98

AESCHYNANTHUS FLOSSIE - Red, umbrella shaped blooms. No. 664 $2.98

MINIMUM ORDER— $6.95 Add 15% on all orders for Postage and packing. N.J

Optimara Violets— $2.79 each

ARIZONA — Regal red-lavender single

No. 460

NASHVILLE - Dark Rose pink, girl foliage

No. 461

SAN FRANCISCO — Lilac single, girl foliage

No. 462

COLORADO - Red frilled single

No. 426

NEVADA -= White frilled, rose edge

No. 429

CALIFORNIA - Violet blue single

No. 464

DELAWARE — Vibrant red star

No. 422

MICHIGAN — Large pink blooms

No. 434

WISCONSIN - Blue single

No. 465

LOUISIANA - Soft pink frill

No. 423

KENTUCKY - Clear blue single

No. 432

KANSAS — Eye catching white, red center

No. 436

NORTH CAROLINA - Prolific red single

No. 427

MINNESOTA — Large red blooms

No. 435

MONTANA — Double white

No. 467

PENNSYLVANIA - Huge red star

No. 469

OHIO — Profuse single red

No. 433

ALABAMA — Single blue/white two tone

No. 466

MAINE — White star, blue eye

No. 430

MISSOURI - Red frill

No. 463

HAWAII — Single blue, white edge

No. 470

ALASKA — Bold star, blue center blending to white

No. 471

NEW MEXICO - Single lilac frill

No. 472

MISSISSIPPI — White with delicate pink edging

No. 473

BOSTON - Pink frill, girl leaf

No. 475

TEXAS — Single blue. Profuse bloomer

No. 476

NORTH DAKOTA — Single white, blue pencil edge

No. 477

HOUSTON — Single blue, girl foliage

No. 478

ATLANTA — Shell pink, girl foliage

No. 479

MANITOBA - Single sky blue

No. 480

ORLANDO — Blue frill, girl foliage

No. 481

UTAH — Dark blue, dark foliage

No. 482

NEBRASKA — Red frill, white edge

No. 484

SOUTH CAROLINA - Single white star

No. 485

EVELYN — Bright pink single, slight frilled edge

No. 487

MICHELLE — Lilac single star

No. 488

CONNECTICUT — Compact lilac single

No. 495

IOWA — Blue violet single

No. 490

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Vol. 34 Number 4

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MAGAZINE

September, 1981

Every attempt is made to keep articles technically correct. Since the growing of fine African violets can be achieved in many
ways, the method and opinions expressed by writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of AVSA.

On the Cover Page is pictured 'Hot Touch’, winner of the Best New Introduction Award at the San
Francisco AVSA Convention/Show. Hybridizer is veteran grower Lyndon Lyon of Dolgeville, NY.

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COLUMNISTS

Letter From The AVSA President, Harvey Stone
Boyce Edens Research Fund — Mrs. J. D. Spence
AVSA Booster Fund — Mrs. Arthur F. Boland
Seasonable Suggestions — Anne Tinari
Question Box — Mrs. John Hayes
Registration Report — Janet L. Nichols
AVSA Affiliates — Mrs. Wayne Schroeder
Your Library — Marion and John Doherty
Musings From The “Mini Mam" — Mrs. Sidney Bogin
A Foote On The Violet Path — Grace Foote

CONVENTION /
Certificates Of Appreciation Given
Ideal Vacation Spot For 1982 Conventiqrr^ Mrs. .T
B. B. Hubbard Si

AVSA Grants $7,500 For Research Protedis —

Frank Tinari JUT.

Lyndon Lyon Gets Top Honors ' ir'" .

AVSA Sweepstakes Winners
Older Cultivars Take Top Honors
Cy P. Yee Steals The Show In San Franc
Let George Do It!

Commercial Section Judging — Mrs. HaroJ
Convention Dates
Mrs. Amy Lackner Receives Award
Four Yearbooks Receive Awards — Mrs. R. E. Hertel

Genus

Texas Council Wants More Participation

Species vs. Varieties

A Memorable Event

Soil Sterilizing — Connie Zeiker

Puts Poem To Music — Eunice Morrill

Repotting

Judges — Judge Thy selves — Mrs. Sidney Bogin
An Educational Surprise

Flower Color Sports And Variations In Saintpaulia
Hybrids — Hugh Eyerdom
We're Sorry!

Groom Your Plants

Remember When Cautioned: "Don't Let The Door Slam"
— Virginia Gasper

Behind The Scenes With A Commercial Dealer —

Retta Hamilton

Poem — To Become A Star — Chellie Bass
Guide To The Gardeners' Stock Market
Affiliate 'appenings — Lyndall Owens
Temperature Important

She Learns How To Get The Job Done — Eva Harp

Check pH

Fogging

African Violets Mean Love — Anthony Sabatino, III
A Mother's Dream — Velma Milam
Why Not Try Detergent?

PERTAINING TO VIOLETS

4. Research Continues At Penn State — Dr. Richard Craig
4. Use Plastic Bag

6. Newest Book On African Violets — Anne Tinari

6. Would You Consider Adoption?

7. Coming Events

7. 20th Anniversary — Adelle Johnson
7. Correction — Pauline Bartholomew
9. Oh, Gnats! — Irene Lineburg
9. Tucson Is International — Betsy Evans
9. Salts Damage Plants
12. Sports And Hybrids Are Not The Same
15. They're Minis

SOCIETY BUSINESS

INSIDE FRONT COVER - Strictly Business -
Your Business

16. AVSA Library — Regulations For Use

27. Statement Of Cash Receipts And Disbursements

27. MVL Supplement To Be Discontinued

43. AVSA Judges, Lifetime Judges and Teachers

53. Bylaws Of The African Society Of America, Inc.

61. Minutes Of The 35th Annual Convention

MISCELLANEOUS

24. Join The AVCC

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

African Violet Society of America, Inc.

P. O. Box 1326 Date _

Knoxville, TN 37901

Please enroll me as a member of African Violet Society of America, Inc. My dues are enclosed. Memberships are defined below. Membership year
March 1 to February 28 includes five issues of the AFRICAN VIOLET MAGAZINE beginning with the June issue, followed by September, November,
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□ Individual Membership ($6.00)

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Make checks payable to AVSA, Inc. “FOREIGN APPLICATES NOTE: Please remit in U.S. dollars with a draft or check on a □ Renewal
New York, USA bank."

From November 16 through February 28, new members may pay half the annual dues, will receive membership card expiring February 28 and the
January and March issues of the AFRICAN VIOLET MAGAZINE $3.00. _ _

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

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The Official Publication of the
African Violet Society of
America, Inc.

OFFICERS

HARVEY L. STONE . President

51 Peach Highlands, Marblehead, MA 01945
MRS. J. A. W. RICHARDSON . . . 1st Vice President
2315 Lakeshore Drive, Tavares, FL 32778

MRS. FRANK TINARI . 2nd Vice President

2325 Valley Rd., Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

JAMES LOYA . 3rd Vice President

2400 N. Dustin, Apt. 212, Box 156, Farmington,
NM 87401

MRS. ROSS V. LAHR . Secretary

3559 E. Easter Ave., Littleton, CO 80122

MISS FLORENCE M. GARRITY . Treasurer

36 Cerdan Avenue, Roslindale, MA 02131

STAFF

MRS. GRACE FOOTE, Editor
211 Allien Place, Port Arthur, TX 77640
MRS. LYNDALL OWENS, Assistant to Editor
377 Guilford Park, Conroe, TX 77302
MRS. CLARK CARPENTER, Adv. Mgr.

3855 Third St., Port Arthur, TX 77640
MRS. CLARICE BELL, Office Manager
P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901
MRS. "E" HANSEN, Publications Chairman
708 Wyndale Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046
COLUMNISTS:

Mrs. Thomas McKneely, Mrs. Sidney Bogin,
Mrs. |. A. W. Richardson, Paul Arnold, Mrs.
Mildred Schroeder, Mrs. A. F. Boland, Mrs.
Nancy Hayes, Mrs. William (Janet) Nichols,
Jack and Marion Doherty, Anne Tinari and Mrs.
J. D. Spence.

BEST VARIETIES, HONOR ROLL COMPILER
Mrs. Leon Fiedler, Route 1, Prescott, WI 54021
PUBLISHER: Gus Becker

Becker Printing Co., 1080 Forsythe, Beaumont,
TX 77701

ADVERTISER'S INDEX

Trouble with ad advertiser? Write
your AV Advertising Manager giving
complete details. While AVSA cannot
assume responsibility for advertisers,
we try to help resolve the problem. If an
advertiser is found irresponsible, he will
be refused future ads.

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89. A-1 African Violets

92. African Violet Notes — Gus Becker
86. African Violet Quilt

79. African Violets — Queens of the Indoor
Gardening Kingdom

93. American Gloxinia & Gesneriad Society

89. Annalee Violetry

94. Ardnt's House Plants

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80. Bay Valley Violets

94. Bell's Carolina Violets

80. Betty's African Violets

92. Betty's African Violet Shop

88. Brenton, Ron — Marvelous Minis

85. Bri-Lea Greenhouses

88. Buck, Elizabeth — African Violet Leaves

92. Bugtussle Violets

83. Butler's Nursery

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93. Candy's Plants

66. Cape Cod Violetry

78. Carol's Violets

84. Cedar Hill Greenhouse
78. Charles Violets

89. Cheryl's Violet Patch

80. Christine's Rowerland

83. Connie's Violet Haven

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71. DoDe's Gardens, Inc.

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67. Enjoy A HoraCart

90. Environmental Concepts

93. Environmental Concepts

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INSIDE BACK COVER -
Fischer Greenhouses
76. FloraCart Watering Wand
88. Horalite Company

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94. Ginny's Special Happenings
78. Granger Gardens

78. Greenbrier Violet Nursery
76. Greeson, Bernard

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86. Hale's House Of Violets

88. Halusek, Gerry — African Violet Leaves

80. Haven, Sally — Sally Haven Violets
86. Heavenly Violets

81. Holley's African Violets

92. Home of African Violets

95. Hortense's African Violets

82. House Of Violets
92. House Of Violets

76. Humphrey's African Violets

84. Indoor Gardening Supplies

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82. Jewell's Violets And Boutique
86. JF Industries

89. "Just" Variegated Violets

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85. Kaleidoscope, The

91. Kaufman, Sanford — New
Hybrid Directory

67. Kay's African Violets

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83. Lakeside Violets

81. Lew's Village Violetry

74. Linden, Terry — Miniature Leaves

82. Little Plant Haven

92. Lynde Violets

88. Lyndon Lyon Greenhouses, Inc.

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92. McDonald's, Pat Violetry

86. McKinney's Glasshouse

89. McLester's African Violets

93. McLester's African Violets

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96. Marvelous Minis

90. Mary's African Violets

86. Meek's African Violets

90. Messin' Round Violetry

74. Midersky, R. J. — African Violets

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73. Nadeau, Ronn — Hybrid African Violets

91. New Hybrid Directory

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87. Pat's African Violets

87. Patty's Plant Place

81. Petrovffsky Greenhouses
89. Plant Gallery, The

94. Pleasant Hill African Violets

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94. Ray's African Violets

75. Reigning Violets

79. Robey, Melvin J. — African Violets

89. Rosemeyer's African Violets

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78. Scagliola's Greenhouse Violets

82. Schultz Instant

76. Shirley's Bloomin' Blossoms

85. Smith, Wayne — Just Violets

93. Spoonit

92. Spot That Mite

83. Susan's Sweetheart Violets
70. Susan's Violets

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90. The African Violetry

80. The Green Acre

80. Thelma's African Violets

87. The Violet Showcase
OUTSIDE BACK COVER -

Tinari Greenhouses

74. Tomara's African Violets
67. Travis Violets

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76. Ultra Violets

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77. Valley Violets

94. Viola's Violets
96. Violet Cottage
96. Violeteria, The

83. Violet Nook
85. Violets By Bess

87. Violets By Betty Terry
83. Violets By Beverly
64. Violets c/o Cookie

81. Violets Galore At The Gorals

82. Violets Galore Of Georgia

94. Volkart, Mrs. Leonard — African Violets
Or Episcias

70. Volkmann Brothers
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74. Wranglers

TJie African Violet Magazine (ISSN 0090200) is published five (5) times a year: January, March, June, September, November. Second class postage is paid by
the African Violet Society of America, Inc. at 706 Hamilton National Bank Building, Knoxville, TN 37901 and at additional mailing offices. Subscription $6 per
year which is included in membership dues starting with the June issue each year. Copyright 1980 African Violet Society of America, Inc.

POSTMASTER: Please send change of address form 3579 to African Violet Society of America, Inc. P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

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Letter from the
AVSA President

Harvey L. Stone

San Franciscos third Convention now joins the ranks in memory of the 34 before it. I
am sure that all those who attended were pleased with every aspect — the workshops
and meetings, the show, the tours, and the meals.

Many thanks to our Convention Chairman, Mrs. Richard Chase, to our Show Chair¬
man, Mrs. Frances B. Swope, to ALL the Chairmen and workers of ALL Committees
for everything you did to make our 35th AVSA Convention/ Show such a success. My
wife. Peg, and I each wish to thank everyone attending the Convention for the friend¬
ship and courtesies extended to us. It is not too early to remind each of you that now is
the time to begin budgeting and saving to attend our 36th AVSA Convention/ Show in
Syracuse next year.

The statistics on our 35th AVSA Convention were not available prior to our depar¬
ture for home. Watch a future issue for them.

If you will send in your 1982 dues to our AVSA Knoxville office early, it will help
both the members and the Society. We strongly recommend that whenever you send
them, you not include an order for binders or any supplies whatever. Such orders will
be subject to an eight-week delay if sent during the big renewal rush which starts
in lanuary.

Your Board of Directors voted to make changes in the way the Supplements on Cumu¬
lative Index and MVLs are distributed. Watch your Magazine, including this issue, for
further information. Abo watch for the first increase in dues in nearly ten years.

Please keep AVSAs Knoxville office notified promptly if you change your address.
Thb will help to insure that you receive your Magazines promptly and at less cost to
your Society.

Once again, to all living outside the Continental U.S., please make all remittances in
U.S. Funds, on a domestic U.S. bank.

I hope you will all be making a fresh start at thb time of year so that your African
violets and sbter Gesneriads will repay all the TLC and be eligible to enter and win in the
shows you can attend, not to mention AVSAs 36th Convention/ Show.

Sincerely,

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

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Research Continues at Penn State

Dr. Richard Craig

Associate Professor of Plant Breeding
Penn State University

During this past year research on African violets has
progressed in four areas. We feel that the program,
currently being supervised by Judi McDowell, has
progressed to the point where significant breeding and
genetic studies are now possible.

The first area of interest was the final preparation of
the Master of Science thesis by Victor Amoah. Victor
is currently preparing a series of technical articles for
publication. These will be followed by popular articles
in the African Violet Magazine. Victor's results are
based on a definitive reproductive study of the gamma
induced mutants produced by Steve Hampson. Victor
studied all characteristics related to sexual reproduc¬
tion of these mutants. A significant finding was that
23%, of the mutants are capable of further seed
production, while 77% were both egg and pollen
sterile. Reasons for sterility include floral abnor¬
malities, low pollen and egg viability and associated
low seed production.

The second area involves the evaluation of seedlings
from self and cross pollinations of both controls and
mutants. The first group of seedlings jncluded 650 pro¬
geny and the second group (sown in 1980) involves
over 1200 progeny. Some of the most interesting pro¬
genies have resulted form crosses of Saintpaulia
diplotricha and various cultivars of S. ionantha. These
progenies have been or are being evaluated for
earliness to flower, flower color, flower type, leaf
color, leaf form and plant form. Of particular interest
is the combination of the plant form, leaf color, and
flower production of S. diplotricha with the flower
color and flower size of S. ionantha.

The third area involves the continuation of our
crosses of Saintpaulia and Streptocarpus. No
definitive results have yet been observed. If the cross is
possible the combination of the two floral pigment
systems might be possible. This could possibly extend
the flower color range of Saintpaulia.

The fourth area includes the distribution of germ-
plasm to commercial African violet breeders. We
would be interested in having plant breeders contact
us about their interest in this germplasm. We feel that
we could arrange visits to Penn State, at a later date,
for distribution of our materials. All germplasm will
be officially released from The Pennsylvania
Agricultural Experiment Station. Formal agreements
between the Experiment Station and the breeders will
be developed. It is important that the products of this

research be used in future cultivar development and
we encourage this use.

During the next year we plan to continue breeding
progeny from selected mutants and controls. We also
hope to study the inheritance of several characteristics.
The intergeneric cross of Saintpaulia and Strepto¬
carpus will receive much attention.

It is important that the African Violet Society
recognizes the important contribution that they have
made to our research program over the past five years.
Without this financial support, the research would not
have been possible. Almost all of the funds have been
used to support undergraduate and graduate students.
During this period of time, three theses have been
completed by graduate students. Over ten reports of
undergraduate research have been prepared. Thus in
addition to the research, this project has served as an
educational experience for many other students.

We express our appreciation to the Research Com¬
mittee and to the Society for their support.

(ED. NOTE: This research work is being carried on
through the Boyce Edens Fund, which is provided by
contributions from AVSA members and $9 from each
Commercial membership fee).

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Use Plastic Bag

Jeuye Hebert, 5425 Lemonwood Drive, Baton
Rouge, LA has a clever suggestion for the use of plastic
bags to keep your reservoirs always clean. Here's what
she says:

Use a plastic bag as a liner for your reservoir. These
can be purchased at all good stores and in many sizes.
Just select a bag the size of your reservoir, place in
reservoir, let about Va inch lap over the edge. Put the
lid on to hold the bag in place and fill with water,
when the bag becomes soiled, replace with a new one.

So that ends all your washing of the reservoirs.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

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BOYCE EDENS RESEARCH FUND

Mrs. /, D. (Dorothy) Spence
6808 Duquesne Drive
Austin,

Contributions received from March 1, 1981 thru May 28, 1981 are
as follows:

Mrs. Edna P. Stein, Lake Charles, LA

in memory of her husband ........................... $10.00

AVS, Rochester, NY

in lieu speaker's fee to Mrs. Homer Beck . . . . . 25.00

Montco AVC, Conroe, TX . . 5.00

Hi-Hopes AVS, Fox Lake, WI . . 10.00

Memphis & Shelby County AVS, Memphis, TN . . 5.00

Dixie Moonbeam Chapter AVS of Panama City, FL . 10.00

The Lyme Garden Club, Old Lyme, CT

in lieu speaker's fee to Mrs. Gail Magaldi . . . 50.00

Rainbow AVC, St. Louis, MO

in memory of Mary Irwirp . . 5.00

Mary Lou Coulter, Gaylord, MI . 10.00

Violetta Society de Rio Grande, Rio Rancho, NM . 10.00

Downtown Simonton Plant Farm, Simonton, TX

in memory of Pat Patterson . 10.00

AVS of Ft. Walton Beach, FL . 10.00

Huntington AVC, Huntington, W.VA . .... 10.00

AVC of Leisure World, Laguna Hills, CA

in memory of Ruth Wilson . 5.00

Central Florida AVS, Mount Dora, FL . 25.00

Bellflower AVC, Bellflower, CA

in memory of Ellen Silver . 10.00

Evansville AVC, Evansville, IN . 25.00

Margaret Scott AVS, Champaign and Urgana, IL . 10.00

AVS of Staten Island, NY

in lieu travel expenses to Paul Younger

& Gwen Worth . 10.00

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AVS A Booster
Fund

Mrs. Arthur F. Boland (Mary AJ
6415 Wilcox Court
Alexandria, VA 22310

Did you forget someone's birthday or a special occasion? Why not
give a donation in their name to the Booster Fund to show them you
care? Everyone benefits when a contribution is received, it helps us
stretch the budget.

Here are our latest contributions:

San Mateo County AVS, Redwood, CA . $25.00

Montco AVC, Conroe, TX . . . . 5.00

Aurora Borealis AVS, Anchorage, AK . . 5.00

New York City AVS, N.Y. . . . . 10.00

Hi-Hopes AVS, Fox Lake, WI . . . 5.00

Mid-America AVS, Kansas City, MO . 10.00

The Long Island AVS, New York . . 10.00

Barrington Bloomers, Crystal Lake, IL . . . 2.50

Capital City AVS, Tallahassee, FL . . . . 5.00

Tustanna AVS, Los Alamitos, CA . 10.00

Moby Dick AVC, CT

in lieu of speaker's fee to Nancy Hayes . . . . 15.00

TX 78723

Central Jersey AVS, Matawan, NJ

in lieu judge's fee to Laura Shannon . . 5.00

Central Florida AVS, Orlando, FL

in memory of Mrs. Edith Long . . . . 5

T.H.E. AVS of Birmingham, AL . . . 5

Metropolitan St. Louis AVS, MO

in memory of Mrs. Aksel (Lillian) Gander ................ 5

Central Connecticut Saintpaulia Club, Windsor, CT

in lieu travel expenses to Mrs. Juliette Heverling . . . 15

Mid-American AVS, Kansas City, MO . . 10

Mid-American AVS, Kansas City, MO

in lieu speaker's fee to David Buttram . 5

Mrs. Sue J. Dohm, St. Louis, MO

in memory of Mrs. Lillian K. Gander . 5

AVS of Ft. Walton Beach, FL

in memory of Frank Huebscher . . . . 10

Magic Knight AVS, San Antonio, TX

in memory of Mrs. Mildred Brown . . . . . 15

Wichita AV Study Club, Wichita, KA . . . 10

Santa Monica Bay Chapter AVS, Santa Monica, CA

in memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Barcley . . . . 5

Santa Monica Bay Chapter AVS, Santa Monica, CA

in memory of Mrs. Helen Sorsen . . . 5

AVS of Pioneer Valley, Springfield, MA . . 5

Bergen County AVS, Westwood, NJ . . 25

Sweet Water AVS, Hauppauge, NY

in lieu speaker's expenses to E. Hansen . . . . . 5

Long Island AVS, NY . 25

Barrinton Bloomers, Barrington, IL . . 2

Alpha AVC, Dallas. TX

in memory of Grace Davis ............................ 10

Capital City AVS, Tallahassee, R . . . . . . 15

AVC of Leisure World, Laguna Hills, CA

in memory of Mrs. Helen Van Horn . . . 5

Manatee County AVS, Bradenton, R

in memory of Elise Whitten- . . . 25

Longview AVC, Longview, WA . . . 20

Blooming AVC, Falbrook, CA

in behalf of Helen DeLong . . . . 25,

Lake & Hills AVS, Winter Park, R

in appreciation to Wynette & Bob Hu^ins . . . 25,

Crosstown AVC, Madison, WI .......................... 15,

Tustana AVS, Tustant, CA ............................. 10,

Central Florida AVS, Orlando, R

in memory of Mrs. Helen Chamberlain Ross ............. 10,

Corpus Christi AVS, Corpus Christi, TX . . 20.

Northeast AVC, Kansas City, MO

to Mrs. Patty Hart, Independence, MO

for generous participation in AV Show .................. 5.

Tri City AVC, Peoria, OH . . . . . . . 10.

Gulf AVC, Ft. Myers, R . . . 5.

Friendship Gesneriad and AVS, Wylie, TX ............... 280.

AV Culture Club, Chandler, AZ

in memory of Mary Austin . . . . . . . . 25.00

AVS of Greater New York, Inc.

in memory of Mrs. Mae Scholles . . . 10.00

First AVS of Wichita Falls, TX

in lieu judging expenses to Mary E. Jonson ............... 5.00

Tallahassee Night Magic AVS, Tallahassee, R

in memory of Lillian Ross . . . 25.00

Aurora Borealis AVS, Anchorage, AK . . 5.00

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88 8 88 8 8 8 88 8 888 88S 88 8 88 8 888 88 8888

Naugatonic AVS, Ansonia, CT . 10. (X)

Friendship AVS, Bonham, TX

in memory of Mrs. Winnie Money . 10.00

AV Culture Club of Port Arthur, TX . 25.00

Mrs. W. F. Anderson, St. Louis, MO

in memory of Lillian Gander . 10.00

Mrs. W. F. Anderson, St. Louis, MO

in memory of Hazel McGrievy . 10.00

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Newest Book On
African Violets

Anne Tinari
Huntingdon Valley, PA

There is something truly exciting about any new
book or literature that appears on the market pertain¬
ing to African violets.

1 recently received a new autographed book by
its very knowledgable author, Melvin J. Robey, enti¬
tled “African Violets, Queens Of The Indoor Garden¬
ing Kingdom!"

This attractive hard-back, full length text book once
again embellished my enthusiasm to the phenomenal
interest this favorite plant, the African violet, has
aroused in hobby and commercial growers alike.

The book begins with a brief realism and maps of
the plants origin, its botany and anatomy carefully
explained in an easy factual manner.

Twenty nine species are listed and familiar charac¬
teristics are revealed for quick identification; potting
and repotting are explained with particular guidelines
for this necessary chore. Feeding, watering and proper
nutrients are given prominent consideration.

A chapter is devoted to propagation, taking one
through the growing stages from leaf cutting to full
grown plant. The author lists many valuable facts on
hybridizing, the importance of selective parentage, the
miracle of seed, how to label, germinate and care for
it. This valuable book has over 100 illustrations, 8
color plates and charts for easy interpretation. I find
delightful the many pitfalls Mr. Robey explains that
one may encounter and his helpful suggestions on how
to avoid them.

A chapter on insects and pests where each is care¬
fully explained as to damage it can cause, its habits,
telltale signs of infestation and suggested controls for
eradication which is most enlightening.

Phytoillumination is described and compared to
other forms of light benefits. Three chapters are
devoted to this important subject, charts and mock
set-ups describe in detail many aspects of this modem
successful facet of growing African violets.

The twelfth and last chapter gives descriptions on
many favorite cultivars with a glossary of African violet

terminology and a complete Index for quick and easy
reference. This book is not one that will gather dust on
your shelf, once you possess it you will discover it to be
a daily reference and help in the mainy problems grow¬
ing plants can present. You will delight in its storehouse
of knowledge on African violets especially for those of
us who constantly seek to up date information on all
phases of growing our favorite plant.

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Would You Consider
Adoption?

About a year ago a brand new African violet club
was bom. It was the effort of a group of enthusiastic,
determined and ambitious people who have called
their club, "The Violet Patch of Broward County".
There are 25 members and they are growing. With
growing comes the pain of learning. How do we put
on a show? How do we get more members? How do
we plan programs? After mulling over their problems
they decided that help was needed. Where do you turn
when in trouble? Of course there was a club near, in
this instance, and they were a great help. After much
consulting among themselves they felt sure that many
other new clubs must be in need of help just as they
had been. Determined to do something worth while
they decided to form an "Adopt A Club" project, and
plans got underway for their action. First of all a
request was made to AVS A for approval of their pro¬
ject which they received at the San Francisco conven¬
tion. Committees were set up within their club to
handle the details of the "ADOPTIONS". A1 possible
consequences were mulled over and they are now
ready to put their plan into action.

There will be two types of clubs — the "adoptors"
and the "adoptees". If you are a new club and v,^ould
like to exchange ideas and knowledge (or lack of it)
with a mature club write to the chairman. If your club
is established and experienced and wishes to help
others with problems and general information write to
the chairman. She will then write to each club and
match them up, using a form which they have devised
to let them know what the needs of the clubs are. The
chairman is: Mrs. Mary Ann Knierim, 2801 S.W.
156th Ave., Davie, FL 33331.

The African violet hobby is fun because it involves
people who are willing to share their love for the plant
with others. Would you like to share by being part of
an "ADOPTION"? These Violet Patch of Broward
County members are waiting for your letters.

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If you failed to get your MAGAZINE, notify the Knoxville office.
NOT the Editor, who does not keep magazine copies on hand.

Arican Violet Magazine, September 1981

6

COMING

EVENTS

SEPT. 448 LOUISIANA - The Fall Display of African Violets -
First National Bank, 400 Texas Street, Shreveport, LA, Open to the
public during banking hours.

SEPT. 17-19 TEXAS — Alpha AVS of Dallas to hold annual
clinic/sale at Big Town Mall, Interstate 20, in Mesquite. Sept. 1748,

10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sept. 19-, 10 a.m.“7 p.m. Public invited. Admission
free. Mary Hefner, clinic chairman; Jerry Quicksall, sale chairman.

SEPT. 25-26 LOUISIANA — The First New Orleans AVS' exhi¬
bit/sale at Oakwood Shopping Center in Gretna. Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-9
p.m.; Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Delelice Minton, chairman; Linda
Voyles, president.

OCT. 2-3 LOUISIANA — The Top Choice AVS will sponsor a
Fall African violet and Related Plant Sale at the Pierremont Mall,
Uptown Shopping Center, Line Ave., Shreveport, LA. Workshop
and Question and Answer Booth on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2 p.m.; Oct.
2, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Oct. 3, 9 a.m.-S p.m.

OCT. 3 COLORADO — AVS of Denver, Chapter One sets
show/sale at Westminster Mall, 88th and Sheridan, in Westminster.

11 a.m.-4 p.m. Betty VanValkenburgh, show chairman.

OCT. 3 TEXAS — Brown County Heart O’ Texas AVS hosting a
Judging School at the Adams Street Community Center, 517 East
Adams, Brownwood. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mrs. Frances Young will be
teaching the school. President, Mrs. Marlene Oliver, 4205 8th St.,
Brownwood, 646-7691. (1981)

OCT. 3-4 CONNECTICUT - Naugatonic AVS' fall exhibit /plant
sale at Boothe Memorial Park Hall, Main Street (Putney) Stratford.
(Exit 33-S off the Merritt Parkway) 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Edna Rourke,
chairman. Public invited; no admission charge; free parking; door
prizes each day.

OCT. 3-4 MICHIGAN - The North Oakland African Violet &
Gesneriad Club will hold its annual exhibition & sale at TEL — 12
Mall in Southfield (Telegraph at 12 Mile Rds.) Supplies will also
be for sale.

OCT. 840 NEW YORK - The New York State AVS Convention
will be held at John's Niagara Hotel on Rainbow Blvd., Nia¬
gara Falls, NY and not at the Holiday Inn as was reported in the
AVSA Magazine.

OCT. 8-11 WISCONSIN - The Wisconsin Council of AV Clubs
present their annual show/sale, "Around the World with Violets" at
the Brookfield Shopping Center, Brookfield, WI. Oct. 8, 6-9 p.m.;
Oct, 9-10, 9:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Oct. 11, 12 noon-4 p.m. Pat Knott,
Show Chairman, Bette Wink, Show Cochairman.

OCT. 9-U MINNESOTA - Northstar AV Council's fall show/sale,
"Discover a New World of Violets", at Rosedale Shopping Center,
Fairview and Hwy. 36, in Roseville. Oct. 9, 12 noon-Mall dosing; Oct.
10-11, regular Mall hours.

OCT. 1647 OREGON — The Portland’ AVS will sponsor their
annual fall plant sale at the Eastport Plaza Shopping Center, SE 82

and Holgate Blvd., Portland, OR. Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Oct. 17,
10 a.m.-6 p.m. There will be an educational table and a display of
specimen plants. Plants, leaves and other gesneriads will be for sale.

OCT. 17 TEXAS — The San Antonio AV Council's first city-wide
judged show at Wonderland Mall. Theme, "Violets for AH Seasons".
Show chairman, Ken Froboese. Public invited.

OCT. 1748 CALIFORNIA — AV Hobbyists of Sacramento pre¬
sent 4th annua! show, "Violets West" at Shepard Garden & Art
Center, 3330 McKinley Blvd., Sacramento. Oct. 17, 2-6 p.m.; Oct.
18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

OCT. 30-31 WISCONSIN -- Evening Violeteers AVC’s annual fall
display/sale at the Northway Mall, 503 East Ives Street, in Marsh¬
field. Oct. 30, 9:30 a.m."9 p.m.; Oct. 31, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

NOV. 7-8 TEXAS -- Lone Star AV Council's annua! show at
Northpark Inn and Convention Center, 9300 N. Central Express¬
way, in Dallas. Nov. 7, 2-6 p.m.; Nov. 8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Paula Foster and Martha Turner, show chairmen. Admission free;
public invited.

NOV, 8-9 GEORGIA — The AVC of Greater Atlanta will present
"Hats Off To Violets", its annual show/sale, at Northlake Mall,
4800 Briarcliff Road, N.E., at La Vista Road, Atlanta. Nov. 7, 10
a. m. -9:30 p.m.; Nov. 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

NOV. 1445 NEW JERSEY - The New Jersey Council of AVCs'
annual show/sale at Bear Mountain Inn at Bear Mountain, NY.

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20th Anniversary!!!!!!!!

Adelle Johnson, President

The 20th anniversary of the EXHIBITOR'S AVS and
the ILLINOIS AVS FALL GET-TOGETHER will be
held jointly on Oct. 17 at the House of Plenty, Rt.
47 & Junction 30, Sugar Grove, IL. Luncheon $4.25,
reservations needed by Oct. 9. Send to D. Schroe-
der, 217 Andrew, Dwi^t, IL 60420. Doors ope-n at
9:30 a.m.

It's interesting to look back and see what African
violets were winning ribbons 20 years ago and how
many of the original members are still active. Come,
help us celebrate and at the same time enjoy fellowship
with members of your State Society. Interesting pro¬
grams are planned.

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Correction

Pauline Bartholomew
Port Hueneme, CA

Here's a correction for the June 1981 African Violet
magazine. Convention Workshop article, "How to
Grow Show Plants". My apologies to everyone I con¬
fused with the term "sponge rock". The generic term is
perlite and Sponge-Rok is a brand name. Many years
ago I got into the habit of referring to perlite as sponge
rock because it is so descriptive of the medium.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

7

Seasonable Suggestions

Anne linari

2325 Valley Road — Box 190
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

Similar interests and experiences create bridges to
review. Our interest and intense search of knowledge
is the theme we pursue.

One of the purposes of our AVSA is to provide
information, education and available ideas that
can be used in growing African violets for our
vast membership.

The excellent attendance and display of genuine
enthusiasm at the Workshops held at the recent 35th
Annual Convention in San Francisco certainly leaves
no doubt that our members are logic thinkers who are
hungry for factual knowledge and anxious to hear the
personal experience of those who lecture on subjects
familiar to them. Members are attentive to new
methods and alert to the constant review of the old
tested and tried ones which have proven satisfactory.

All members agree we desire to give our violets
what they need resulting in better growth, more pro¬
fuse cultivars. Let us review only a few pointers that
can determine favorable results. A constant flow of air
in the soil after drainage is an important factor to con¬
sider. Plants deprived of air that forms formation of
fibrous roots result in suffocation. Soil should be
loose, friable and permits good drainage.

One must supply a continuous and uniform supply
of water, never too much or too little. Excessive water
can drown fibrous roots, particularly if the soil is
heavy. Too little water can retard proper growth.

A sufficient supply of nutrients can be achieved
with constant use of plant food, properly diluted,
never to be overdone or abused.

Good sufficient light is mandatory to flowering
plants. Light provides the energy for phytosynthe¬
sis converting the raw materials into usable natural
plant food.

Pests that attack our favorite plant should be
studied and knowledge of available pesticides to use
and proper dilution of same can avoid the frustration
one encounters when insect infestation occurs.

Temperature and humidity are also determining fac¬
tors one must deal with, A daytime temperature of 70
to 75 seems ideal and about 10° F between daytime and
night temperatures will greatly enhance the quality of
growth. On very hot days remove plants to cooler
areas or provide protection from extreme heat. On

cool days and very cold nights, protect plants that are
exposed from drafty areas.

Plants require well -ventilated areas but never
should be exposed to direct air currents that will cause <
great harm and retard growth. Humidity is another -v
requirement but must never be excessive. Strive for a
fresh bouyant atmosphere by maintaining a good ^
indoor humidity level. 1

Make it a standard practice to turn plants gradually |
for good symmetrical growth and remove small
suckers before they become real problems in forming a
multi-crown plant. Remove spent blossoms from their j
pedicel as they are spent and the whole flower stalk
when all the blossoms are gone. ;;

Foliage can be kept dean and shiny by using a
fine camels hair brush or misting can be done occa- ;
sionally while plants are out of the sun and light with
warm water.

If many of these hints sound repetitious please ;
remember that our new members, of which there are
many, read these timely reminders. We welcome them *
to our midst and want them to be ever aware of the ;
good growing practices we all enjoy.

Happy violeting! ;

FOUR WINNERS — Here are four winners at
the Chattahoochee Valley AVS show held in
Columbus, GA. They are, left to right, Blair Pen-
nington, best mini and 1st AVSA Collection with
three minis; Janice Hill, sweepstakes with 'Pixie
Blue’; Ruth Canady, queen of show, 'White Elf,
and Ellen Conger, 2nd best, 'Country Music’.

African Violet Magazine, September..l981

8

Oh, Gnats!

Irene Lineberg
3459 East Street
Birmingham, AL 35243

It makes no difference what you call them, tiny
black flies, soil gnats or fungus gnats, THEY ARE
HARMRJL to African violets and other potted plants.

Fungus gnats love dampness, i.e. those gravel trays
kept moist to raise the humidity, mats or blankets used
for capillary watering and potting soil that retains
excessive amounts of water. If you use the "wick
watering" method, beware! Seen any tiny white
worms in your reservoirs lately?

You be the judge!

Life Cycle

1. The female lays her eggs.

2. In about six days the eggs hatch — we now have
"worms or maggots". They are very tiny, white,
threadlike critters.

3. These worms roam about the soil for a couple of
weeks until full grown.

4. Upon reaching maturity these worms form a
cocoon, in about six days adult flies or gnats
emerge. They live for about a week, mate again
and the cycle continues. Unless they can be stopped
dead in their tracks!

Symptom of a sick plant

1 . Plant will turn a pale yellow color ( especially the
older leaves).

2. Plant may become very limp, as if it's too dry.

3. Blooms may become very small, blooming may cease.

4. Plant may rot completely off at the base near the
soil. This resembles root rot.

5. Plant may become very wobbl^ in its container.

6. Although this doesn't pertain to a sick plant, I
thought I might mention the following. If you've
ever planted leaves and waited for months on the
new "babies" to appear without success, the prob¬
lem could well be fungus gnats also! It's quite possi¬
ble they are eating the roots off the leaves.

Damage

1. The tiny "feeder roots" will be eaten away. There
will be some scarring to the older roots, (if you
have any roots left by the time you discover
the problem! )

2. Look for small worms working their way through
the soil, they resemble pieces of white thread,
as mentioned above. You may need a magnify¬
ing glass.

3. If you don't see any worms, look for tiny silvery
gray bugs moving very quickly through the soil.
You can "bet your boots" they'll be flying about
before long!

Control Measures

1. Allowing a plant to dry out completely may be
helpful, I don't think it's a total cure.

2. The following chemicals are recommended for con¬
trol of fungus gnats.

Malathion, Chlordane, Lindane, Dieldrin, Trithion
and Diazinon.

3. I have used Diazinon as a precautionary measure ( 1
teaspoon per gallon of water, as a soil drench) this
treatment did not harm my plants. Use caution
when applying chemicals you've never tried before.

4. Chlordane is no longer available.

5. Contact your local Department of Agriculture for
information concerning the use of other chemicals
mentioned above. The other chemicals may be
equally effective, but I have not experimented with
them. They may be highly toxic.

Sources of information:

Extension Agent — Jefferson County Dept, of Agri¬
culture Textbook for students of Entomology —
"Destructive & Useful Insects" Metcalf & Flint —
4th Edition, McGraw & Hill Publishing Co., 1962.
P.S. If you have my booklet "You Can Grow African
Violets"; jot the information in this article down
on page 40. We can learn something new con¬
cerning violet culture every day.

Boy, have I learned!!!

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Tucson AVS Is International

Betsy Evans
Membership Chairman

The Tucson AVS has become international in scope
since Benny Luski of Israel has become a member.

It all happened this way. A publicity article was sent
by the Tucson AVS to the magazine of the Los Angeles
Fern Society for publication. It was published.

As a result the article was read by Benny Luski of
Israel. He asked for membership in the Tucson AVS —
and was accepted.

Benny Luski has made our wildest dreams come true
by becoming our first international member — and
this has taught us to think of others — even those who
are far away, for sometimes our thoughts tend to be
limited to those we see at our meetings. So you.
Membership Chairmen, reading this, think what a
feather it would be in your cap if you could get an
international member in your club. Don't be afraid to
reach for that impossible star. You may be as delighted
as we are.

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SALTS DAMAGE PLANTS
Salts gathering around the tops of the pots will often
cause stem injury and result in a loss of leaves.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

9

Mrs. John Hayes
Wintonhury Violet Cellar
9 Cobblestone Rd.
Bloomfield, CT 06002

How does one adjust to being the "new kid on the
block"? When I was voicing out loud my feelings
about being the new editor of this column, one of my
children began to giggle. Upon inquiring as to what
was so funny, I didn't see anything humorous, she
found the thought of her mom being referred to as a
"kid" a real joke! Undertaking this column from the
previous editors is an honor, and I thank Adeline
Krogman for her confidence in my abilities to assume
such a place. No one person can "know-it-all" and I
am pleased to have the assurance of aid from Anne
Tinari and Catherine Hawley in this endeavor.

Many of the letters being answered have been for¬
warded to me from Mrs. Hawley. My manner of
working with you will be a bit different, we are all
individuals. I was encouraged by how many of you
took the opportunity to speak to me at the recent con¬
vention in San Francisco. It was a pleasure to get to
meet you first hand. Some of you really made me feel
good, warm like the love of a new puppy, especially
some nameless gal who quickly said, "you are so
young"!! Now, you know that that lady is immedi¬
ately a friend!

The response to the column is growing by leaps and
bounds, and this spring was no exception. You are all
using your resources so well, but remember, I am only
one person. Perhaps many of you do not know that
this editor does not simply answer the letters published
in this column, but each and every letter received. In
the first six weeks after the magazine came out in
March, I received over 120 letters and many of you
have not all received an answer. Be patient, I WILL
get to each of you as quickly as possible. Some of
your letters require a quick and short answer, others
require some research before answers can be sent on
their way.

Those of us growing African violets are afflicted
with a disease! Not the horrifying type of disease we
think of in relation to our plants but the disease of
growing violets, forever! My husband many years ago
said that for this malady there was certainly no cure.
The only remedy he could come up with was death,
and not death of the plant, but demise of the grower!

I look forward with great delight to working with
you and finding out as many solutions to your
problems as I can. Your use of this column is a tribute
to AVSA and all it has to offer its members, it is here
to serve you.

QUESTION: The bottom row of leaves on many of
my plants tend to turn brown and soft and eventually
rot. What can I do to prevent this from happening?

ANSWER: Most frequently the reason for this
deteriorating condition of outer leaves is overwater¬
ing. One good basic rule with regard to watering
plants is to allow the top soil to become dry to the
touch before watering your plant. This means that
plants cannot be on a rigid time schedule for watering.
They are just as individual as you are in your needs for
moisture. Larger plants with more soil in the pot will
retain more water than those that are smaller and
perhaps in need of repotting soon. At this point you
are only losing outer leaves, but one of the biggest
causes of loss of plants is watering plants before they
have a real need.

QUESTION: I purchased several African violets
from a local florist this winter and they bloomed for
me for several weeks and were a constant source of joy
to me and comments from visitors to my home. They
have not bloomed for some time now and I wonder
what I can do to bring back the beautiful bouquets of
bloom I once had?

ANSWER: Upon receiving this question just exactly
as stated I sent off a note to the sender and inquired a
few questions of my own as to light, soil, humidity
and fertilizer. I would like to address the answer to the
last element of growing. The response I received was,

"I don't fertilize my other house plants and didn't
know that my violets would be any different." This is
a comment that I hear more frequently than you can
imagine. My pet answer of many years duration is,
"you like to eat every day, and so do your violets!"
African violets need a constant source of nutrition like
any living material. Most fertilizers available in
grocery stores and hardware stores will suffice. Those |
of us really "into" violets of course have our favorites. |
There are several precautions to be taken with the

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

10

introduction of a scheduled application of fertilizer to
your plant routine care. Most commercially sold fer¬
tilizers will state on the package that the soil should be
moist before giving full strength fertilizer, I personally
feel that any fertilization should not be attempted on a
parched, completely dried out plant. The fine feeder
roots of your plants can be burned if they are too dry
when watered with a fertilizer solution. Many African
violet growers are going to a constant feed method of
caring for their plants with a very dilute solution, - V4
teaspoon to one gallon of water and use every time
you water your plants. You should see a difference in
your plants within a month or so and buds should
appear not long after that. The numerical analysis of
fertilizers could be the subject for a whole column
alone but let it suffice to say that those people who are
really looking for a blossom ''pusher" will tend to use a
fertilizer whose middle number is the highest, for
instance 12~36"14. That number represents phosphorus
which assists the plant in blooming. The first number
is nitrogen which promotes healthy and green leaves
and the last number is potassium which is important to
the good growth and health of the plant.

QUESTION^ I have just been given a two foot orna¬
mental fluorescent table fixture. I have four African
violets and do not know where to start to take care of
my plants in this fashion? I have just joined the AVSA
and my first magazine did not give me the information
I am seeking.

ANSWER: Growing under fluorescent light is the
way preferred by most violet growers. We certainly do
not have to be at the mercy of Mr. Sun and his
sometimes long days of absence! There are a few
basics which I think can be put forth in a non-techni-
cal fashion to get you started on the right tract! Cool
white and warm white bulbs are good and should give
you a good result with your plants, preferably one of
each. If you have difficulty in finding warm white, a
pinkish cast bulb, then two cool whites should be suf¬
ficient. The lights should be left on from 10-12 hours a
day. The distance from top of plant to light bulb
should be approximately 10-12", slightly closer for
smaller, younger plants. Your plants will tell you as
they grow what their light needs are. If their leaves
crowd in the center, hug the pots or bleach out, they
may be getting too much light. The reverse symptoms
such as long petioles (leaf stems) and open growing,
growing straight up, will indicate a lack of sufficient
light. Good luck with your new gift!

QUESTION: I receive many compliments on my
violets and am quite proud of them. They do bloom
continuously for me, but I have two problems that I
hope you can help me with. I grow my plants in my
kitchen bay window which is a northeast exposure.
They seem to get lopsided. The back of the plant away
from the window reaches to the light. These plants are

not young and I do from time to time have to take off
old leaves. I now have stalks on some of my plants
that are unsightly and brown.

Answer; I congratulate you on your good growing
plants and the conditions you have and have created
to have good blooming plants. Your care program and
light exposure obviously agree well with your plants.
It is possible that a very simple remedy will assist your
plants to stop standing on their backsides! If you will
adjust your care schedule to turn your plants once a
week, a quarter turn, you should see surprising results
in a few weeks. That will balance the light to all the
leaves and produce a more symmetrical plant. The
unsightly neck you refer to can be cared for by a
method of repotting. Take a knife and very gently
scrape off the brown scale on your plant. Some people
allow this to "heal" for an hour or so before repotting,
others will dust this freshly scraped stalk with
"Rootone". I have used the former method for years
and never had a problem. Repot the plant, placing it
further into the pot by taking off a small amount of
the root ball gently, preferably by cutting it off with
shears. Fill the pot up with fresh soil around the stalk.
Fine feeder roots will be produced where you scraped
off the brown scale and your plant will continue to
thrive and look more attractive.

QUESTION: Since returning from a fall 1980 show,
I have developed a different sort of problem. I had
only occasionally grown African violets, but loved
those plants dearly. I had taken time to talk with
several of the owners of the winning show plants and
took many notes on what I could do to achieve the
same results. Now after several months I am finding
that I have many crowns of suckers developing on my
plants and have a running battle to keep them off. I
had heard that the smaller miniature plants were prone
to sucker but my plants are all standards. Help!

ANSWER: Upon "talking" with you by mail, I have
found that you have followed advice you received
very well but one thing we must all be wary of, is that
our own home conditions may not be always similar
and our plants may not always respond in a like
fashion. It is difficult to look at the beauty of one of
your first judged African violet shows and not fall
prey to the inner desires of having plants "like those"!
When you make a change in your conditions at home
it should be gradual and taken with care. When we
take a group of plants and all of a sudden increase the
amount of light and the distance from the plants to
light bulbs, add a more frequent fertilizer and a larger
percentage solution, and in addition increase the
humidity, plants cry out, just as you do — help! The
production of so many suckers is telling you that they
are being forced out of their minds to produce by this
tremendous increase in culture. Slow down in all
areas. Most particularly do cut back on the amount of

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11

fertilizer because your new soil mix has so many added
nutrients in it. Reduce the light from the 14 hours
gradually back to 10 hours. You will see good results I
am sure, very soon. One final suggestion is that you
cease any fertilization for several weeks and water
from the top of pot with just water to leach out any
accumulated salts left in the soil. Don't feel badly. You
have succumbed to the disease that I mentioned in my
introduction to this column. We all fall prey at one
time or another.

QUESTION: I would like to. know where I could
purchase the lovely plant 'Little Pammy' pictured in
the January, 1981 magazine.

ANSWER: This type of question is often received
and I thought this might be the place to inform many
of you looking for that very "special" plant, how you
might go about finding it. If you have a commercial
grower in your locality, they are a very good resource
for you in many areas. A Master List of violets can be
purchased from the Knoxville office. It was published
in 1976. Each September your magazine contains a
supplement to that list. I found 'Little Pammy' listed in
the 1977 supplement. The hybridizer is listed in the
supplement. Rev. Blades, known now for his Parson's
series, is the hybridizer. Your November magazine lists
all commercial members, many of whom are known
hybridizers. This is another source of information.
Many of your show winners are also judges and again
your magazine publishes a list of all accredited AVSA
judges in the September magazine. You may on
occasion find the owner of a prize winning plant there
and could write and ask if she or he are aware of a
source you could purchase a specific variety from.
Good luck on finding 'Little Pammy', indeed a very
attractive plant.

QUESTION: I am enclosing in my letter a few
leaves from several of my plants which are not looking
good. Could you please tell me what is wrong with
my plant?

ANSWER: In my short tenure as editor of this
column, the above question is a frequent occurrence.
On most occasions there is little or nothing left of the
leaf for me to identify any problem. If leaves are sent
in envelopes they must be marked clearly hand cancel.
Most post offices will run envelopes through a
machine that very efficiently CRUSHES all the
contents. The ideal fashion in which to mail leaves to
me is with placement in a small box. Even this is not
fool proof if mailed at the wrong time of the year. 1
received several leaves in late March which obviously
had been frozen; mail storage in many areas is not
heated! Please describe the problems with leaf struc¬
ture that have caused you to seek the advice of AVSA.
If possible it would be very beneficial to us both if you
were to briefly let me know what source of light, if
fluorescent how close the plants are and how many

hours they are on, what kind of fertilizer, amount used
in water and how frequently, humidity (if possible)
and a brief description of soil composition. I am not
able to guarantee that this will make an answer correct
and immediate, but it sure will help us both. Thanks!'

QUESTION: Recently I had the opportunity to pur¬
chase several leaves of newer varieties. They were
simply placed in a plastic bag. When I got home I
forgot about them until the next morning and they
were limp beyond description. What could I have
done to prevent this from happening?

ANSWER: The African violet is a much more hardy
individual than anyone can possibly imagine. I am
never surprised at what we can do to and for these
plants and still have them survive and stay our friends!
Instead of throwing out limp leaves, you might be sur¬
prised how easily they will revive. Take your limp
leaves and cut a small amount off the bottom of the
stalk with a very sharp knife or razor blade, make the
cut at the angle you would for planting for propaga¬
tion. Take the leaves and immerse them in tepid water
for several hours. Many leaves will crisp up and go on
to produce a welcome crop of babies for you.

QUESTION: I have been told that you must cut a
leaf at an angle to get new plantlets when potting for
propagation. Is there any truth to this?

ANSWER: Your information is partly correct. Yes,
you must cut your leaf at an angle from the front of
the leaf downward. You will get plantlets from a leaf
just potted. However, the angle produces two effects.
You will have a larger surface to produce roots from
the leaf petiole (stalk) and by cutting off at that angle
your new baby plants will come up in front of the
mother and receive more light than they would if they
came up at the back and were shaded by the large
mature leaf.

- — —

Sports and Hybrids
Are Not The Same

Are "sports" and "hybrids" the same?

Answer: No. In simple terms a "sport" develops
from a leaf and is different from the parent plant,
while a "hybrid" results from a cross between
two parents which are noticeably different from
each other.

In "The Complete Book of African Violets" by
Helen Van Pelt Wilson a Sport, Mutant or Variant is
defined as "An organism that has transmissible genetic
differences from the parent, and these differences are
not due to crossing, but are changes brought about by
nature." Hybrid is "Any product of a cross where the
parents were noticeably different from each other,
whether the parents belong to different clones, races or
species . " . — Ohld State African Violet Society.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

12

Janet L. Nichols 248 White Tree Lane
Ballwin, MO 63011

(NOTE TO REGISTRANTS: The Editor would like to
use color slides of your newly registered violets in the
Magazine. Use only light backgrounds. Dark slides
cannot be reproduced. Send original color slides to
Editor with name of plant and name of hybridizer. )

The following registrations have been received during the period
from February 29, 1981 through May 31, 1981.

HER CHOICE (4322) PX 2 df S 11/19/79

HER DREAM (4323) 2-PX 2dS 11/19/79

HER MAJESTY (4324) M-P 2dS 11/19/79

HER PRINCESS (4325) MPX 5 df S 11/19/79

HER WEAKNESS (4326) MPX 2 s S 11/19/79

HIS ANGEL (4327) D-P 2 d S 11/19/79

HIS CHOICE (4328) RX 589 sfc S 11/19/79

HIS DREAM (4329) D-RX 2 df S 11/19/79

MY EYE (4330) M-PX 2 s S 11/19/79

Cort Raskopf, 3355 Bunker Ave., Wantagh, NY 11793

( Please note the above registration numbers have been corrected from

the March 1981 AV Magazine.)

NEVA (4331) R 379 dS 3/2/81

Larry J, Hale, 76 London Rd., Hebron, CT 06248

APRIL VIOLET (4332) OV 7 s-d L 3/18/81
CHERRY FROSTING (4333) WR 2 r-d&d S 3/18/81
COLIBRI (4334) OXG-f- WE 7 s-d S 3/18/81
DOMINIQUE (4335) PGE 57 df L 3/18/81
JANEEN (4336) P7 dS 3/18/81
LADY BALTIMORE (4337) B 7 s-d S 3/18/81
OH SUSANNAH (4338) WB 2 s-d S 3/18/81
POLLY DOODLE (4339) BG-E 57 s-d S 3/18/81
Irene Fredette, 972 Grassy Hill Rd., Orange, CT 06477

TEA CHOUX CHOUX (4340) D-P 39 s SM 3/23/81

Mrs. E. E. Hagan, 603 Drehr Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

IN A LOREE (4341) M-BW-E 158 df L 3/23/81

E)iann R. Beck, 121 Glenwood Dr., Tinton Falls, NJ 07724

NIGHTWING (4342) B7dS 3/26/81

Karter G. Wilkening, 2705 S. 45th St., Milwaukee, WI 53219

ALICE BARGER (4343) L-P 9 sc S 4/6/81

FORTUNADA (4344) R-VW-E 39 sc S 4/6/81

Mrs. Barbara Qkin, 719 Pritchard Ct., Santa Clara, CA 95051

DIAMOND BRIGHT (4345) P 23 dc S 4/22/81
SASSY PLEASURE (4346) B 23 df S 4/22/81
NOD MELODY (4347) O 239 df L 4/22/81
MY SARAH (4348) R 239 df S 4/22/81
LOVABLE DOUBLE (4349) P 23 df S 4/22/81
ROYAL CHEVALIER (4350) V 39 df S 4/22/81
SUBIACO RED (4351) R 3 df S 4/22/81

MISS ELEGANT (4352) B 3 df L 4/22/81
SHO BEE (4353) O 23 df S 4/22/81
CRIMSON AUTUMN (4354) R 239 df S 4/22/81
BLUE BAFFLE (4355) B 23 df S 4/22/81
CHERRY SHERRY (4356) RW-E 23 dfc S 4/22/81
Mrs. O. F. Magee, 4244 Alabama, Kenner, LA 70062

GOOFUS (4357) WD-B 378 df S 4/25/81

MERIT (4358) WX 378 df S 4/25/81

ALPHA SPRING (4359) D-BXW 378 df S 4/25/81

Mary Ann Corrigan, 106 Trailridge, Richardson, TX 75081

SIERRA ROSE (4360) WL-P 28 d M 4/29/81
Sally Haven, 1011 Savoy Ln., Manchester, MO 63011

AGNESS (4361) RX 2 d S 4/30/81

DEALER'S CHOICE (4362) B 2 s-dc S 4/30/81

STEPHANIE (4363) P2dS 4/30/81

TURN OUT (4364) R 2 sc S 4/30/81

Edward Janosick, Robbins Road, Roxbury, NY 12474

ALFRED (4365) DO-X 2dL 5/7/81
BEST YET (4366) 02dL 5/7/81
BUSY BLOOMER (4367) OVX 29 d L 5/7/81
MY SUGAR PINK (4368) L-PX 9 df L 5/7/81
OH BOY (4369) RX 2 L 5/7/81
ONE AND ONLY (4370) D-P 2 d L 5/7/81
UNPREDICTABLE (4371) WRP 5dL 5/7/81
Swifts, P.O. Box 28012, DaUas, TX 75228

CHARLIE (4372) V 79 df S 5/9/81

CODY (4373) OV 279 d S 5/9/81

DALLAS CHEERLEADERS (4374) L-PX 279 d S 5/9/81

GERRY (4375) P 57 d S 5/9/81

JACKIE SMITH (4376) P 279 d S 5/9/81

LUV YA BLUE (4377) D-B 59 d S 5/9/81

MICKEY BRYAN (4378) D-B 27 d S 5/9/81

MISTER BO (4379) OV-E 27 d S 5/9/81

PATRICK GRANT (4380) WP 57 df S 5/9/81

TEXAS BEAUTY (SEE PATS TEXAS BEAUTY)

PAT'S TEXAS BEAUTY (4381) P 27 d S 5/9/81

TICKET (4382) VO 278 d S 5/9/81

Pat Tuminello, Rt. 7 Box 45, Beaumont, TX 77706

SHOGUN (4383) L-PG-E 5 df S 5/9/81

Alma S. Hummer, 10606 Sunflower Ln., San Antonio, TX 782D

ADEAN (4384) DP 5 d L 5/27/81
AFTERTHOUGHT (4385) DB 38 d L 5/27/81
ALPHA (4386) MB 3 d L 5/27/81
BETHANNE (4387) LO-X 79 d L 5/27/81
BLOOMIN' RIGHT (4388) DB 3 d L 5/27/81
BONNIE LEIGH (4389) O-C 79 d L 5/27/81
CHERRY PIE (4390) R5dS 5/27/81
CHRISTMAS ANGEL (4391) DP-X 3 dL 5/27/81
COMMAND PERFORMANCE (4392) DB 3 dc L 5/27/81

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CUYLER (4393) OX 79 d L 5/27/81

DESIREE' (4394) O-WC 78 d S 5/27/81

DESERT NIGHT (4395) PX 5 df L 5/27/81

DIVINITY (4396) W-C 5dL 5/27/81

FORT WORTH'S FIRST (4397) MB 2 dc L 5/27/81

GLORIA (4398) LP 29 dc L 5/27/81

KATHY (4399) P-X 15 d S 5/27/81

PATCHES (4400) R-X 73 d L 5/27/81

PROMISES (4401) MB 38 d S 5/27/81

SILVER MIST (4402) LO-WC 27 d L 5/27/81

THE COLONEL (4403) MB 39 dc L 5/27/81

TYLER ROSE (4404) P 5 dS 5/27/81

ZIG ZAG (4405) OX 579 d L 5/27/81

Susan's Violets, 2447 Gus Thomasson, Dallas, TX 75228

'PINAFORE' (4406) W 29 sd M 5/27/81

Sally Haven, 1011 Savoy Ln., Manchester, MO 63011

CHISHOLM TRAIL (4407) R-WE 79 ac ST 5/27/81

ED'S HIBISCUS (4408) W 3 cd S 5/27/81

ED'S MAGNILOQUENT (4409) OX 3 d S 5/27/81

ED'S PINK LOVE (4410) W-RE 5 df SM 5/27/81

ED'S REDHEAD (4411) R 5 df SM 5/27/81

ED'S SNOWBALL (4412) W 5 df SM 5/27/81

ED'S SURPRISE (4413) W-RE df SM 5/27/81

IT'S BOUNTIFUL (4414) DP-X 89 d SM 5/27/81

KIM (4415) P 2 dSM 5/27/81

LITTLE CHAMP (4416) DV-WE 9dM 5/27/81

RED DELIGHT (4417) DR 3 df SM 5/27/81

Linda Ray, Route 4, Box 212, College Station, TX 77840

KING'S KID (4418) B 2 a ST 5/27/81
WOODLAND ANGEL (4419) R-PE 2dS 5/27/81
WOODLAND ENCHANTMENT (4420) R 39 dcf L 5/27/81
WOODLAND GYPSY QUEEN (4421) W-BE 2 df S 5/27/81
WOODLAND JACK-O-DIAMONDS (4422) P 39 ac S 5/27/81
WOODLAND KAY (4423) W-PC 23 d L 5/27/81
WOODLAND MORNING STAR (4424) W-DBE 3 acf S 5/27/81
WOODLAND PASSION (4425) P 23 dc L 5/27/81
WOODLAND PLEASURE (4426) DP 29 df L 5/27/81
WOODLAND SHADOWS (4427) DB-C 2dL 5/27/81
WOODLAND SNOWDRIFT (4428) W 36 d L 5/27/81
Alene King, 1747 Brandenburg, San Antonio, TX 78232

CURTAIN CALL (4429) W-BC 2 dc S 5/29/81
M/M/ (4430) W-PC 2 s-dc S 5/29/81
GLITTERSWEET (4431) P-RC 5 s-dc S 5/29/81
COLOR ME BLUE (4432) LB 7 s-dc L 5/29/81
JULY FIFTH (4433) R 27 s-dc S 5/29/81
Irene Fredette, 972 Grassy Hill Rd., Orange, CT 06477

RESERVATIONS

The following reservations have been received during the same
period as above.

PINK DEMO * PINK GOLD * AUTUMN ORCHID * LAVEN¬
DER LOVELY * PURPLE BLUSH * SLIGHTLY PINK * BAR¬
BARA KING * SWIRLY BIRD * NEVA FERN * SWIRLAWAY *
MINNIE MAE * MISS BEHAVIN'

Larry J. Hale, 76 London Rd., Hebron, CT 06248

RAZZMATAZZ * MARSHMELLOW PUFF * TEXAS AGGIE
Mrs. Don T. Phillips, Rt. 5, Box 1618, College Station, TX 77840

APHRODITE * CHLORIS * SINGLE BLISS * WEDDED BLISS
* ATHENA'S GRACE

Mrs. Paul Buckley, 1299 Chelsea Rd., Wantagh, NY 11793

GRAND TWILIGHT * MIDNITE TWILIGHT * JO'S TWILIGHT

* DAREN'S TWILIGHT * HAWAIIAN TWILIGHT

Geroge Crouchet, 1338 Engracia Ave., #4, Torrance, CA 90501

KIMBERLEY RENEE * MYRTIS * RUBY * SHERRY ALICE *
NANCY CAROL * MELISSA KAY * COCHISE * CAROLE
ALAIRE * MARY ELLEN
Jackie Nimmons, P.O. Box 112, Trinity, TX 75862

SHOMEE LADY DIANA * SHOMEE ROYAL TARTAN * SHO-
MEE PINK PICOTEE * SHOMEE PETTICOATS * SHOMEE
STARRY BAND

Mrs. Ralph D. Tompkin, Route #3, Fayette, MO 65248

BARBIES DREAM * STACY JO

Betty Miller, 10220 N. 145 E. Ave., Owasso, OK 74055

MISS JILL * NINA BETH

Ruth Bronson, 10243 Belknap N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87114

CANYON TRAIL * SPICE DROPS * SPICED WINE
Alayane J. Whitten, 3911 Belmar Blvd., Neptune, NJ 07753

WEE AGGIE * BONFIRE * MIGNAN * VARIEGATED MAGIC

* SARA DELL * WINSTON SMITH * RAY'S TEXAS AGGIE *
AGGIE HOPE * HILL COUNTRY SUNRISE * RAY'S MARY *
BELINDA RAY * AGGIE VICTORY * SENIOR SPURS * LITTLE
AGGIE * SILVER TAPS * NELLIE NICHOLS

Raymond E. Scott, 1213 King Arthur Circle, CoUege Station, TX 77840

HEART TO HEART

Nancy Block, 8601 Dimbar St., Willow Springs, IL 60480

BRIAN'S GIRL * MICHAELA * COREY
Barbara Cook, 28 Minot St., Falmouth, MA 02540

BITS OF WHITE * PINK DOGWOOD * SLIGHTLY PINK
Larry J. Hale, 76 London Rd., Hebron, CN 06248

JUBILANT IMAGE * JUBILANT SPIRIT

Linda Ray, Route 4, Box 212, College Station, TX 77840

CORRECTIONS

DONNA LEE #3341 Gary Beck. Change code to read L-RX 3 s-d S.
This plant was listed as a semiminiature. It is a standard.

ANNA THERESE #3644 Gary Beck, D-P 23 dc S. This plant has been
left out of the magazine.

EL GRANADA #3558 Gary Beck, D-P 2 s-d S. This plant has been
listed as one word.

HALF MOON BAY #3130 Gary Beck, change code to read M-PX 2 s-d
S. Drop the ruffled foliage.

MARIN #3342 Gary Beck, change to read OX 3 s S. Drop the
ruffled foliage.

MENDOCINO #3343 Gary Beck, change to read OX 3 df S. Drop
ruffled foliage.

NOB HILL #3187 Gary Beck, change code to read L-P 2 s&sd S.

PUERTO V ALLART A #3732 Gary Beck, listed misspelled
Puerto Vallharta.

TERESA #3131 Gary Beck, listed misspelled Theresa.

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CHANGES MADE IN REGISTRATIONS

Change reservation MARY LOUISE RICHIE to MARY LOUISE
MICHIE, Mary K. Neff.

CRYSTAL-RONALD REAGAN #4254, change to Lavender Star with
plum tips, was registered as dark red.

DEAR ELLIE #3439, change from miniature to semiminiature.
KUDDLY #3441, change from miniature to semiminiature.

Please change the following registration numbers from the ones they

presently carry to the following, all were registered 11/19/79 by
Cort Raskopf;

HER CHOICE #4322, HER DREAM #4323, HER MAJESTY #4324,
HER PRINCESS #4325, HER WEAKNESS #4326, HIS ANGEL #4327,
HIS CHOICE #4328, HIS DREAM #4329, MY EYE #4330
TWICE PINK #4131, listed as a standard should be standard trailer, P

27 d ST.

LLOYD'S JO ANN #4130, listed as one word should be two.

PRISTINE #3812, listed incorrectly as M-PXW 39 s S should be
M-PXW-E 39 s S.

AVSA AFFILIATES

Mrs. Wayne (Mildred) Schroeder
Affiliate Chairman
1739 N 74th Court
Elmwood Park, IL 60635

WELCOME NEW APHLIATES!

Lubbock AVS, Patricia Harris, Pres., 2808 25th St., Lubbock,
TX 79410

Violet Study Club of Spartanburg, Mrs. Linda Cobb, Pres., Rt. 7
Box 352, Spartanburg, SC 29303

Green Thumb AVS, Mrs. Lucille Prutsman, Pres., Rt. 1 Box 351 B,
Rocky Mount, NC 27801

AV-Gesneriad Society of New South Wales, Mr. J. D. Taylor,
Pres., 20 Currawong Ave., Normanhurst, N.S.W. 2076 Australia.

AVC of North Iowa, Pres., Mrs. Marian E. Hankenson, 212 4th
Ave., S., Clear Lake, lA 50428

Lawrence AVC, Pres., Kathy Davids, 1019 Lawrence St., Rt. 1,
Baldwin City, KS 66006

Marshall AVS, Pres., Mrs. Cecil Gandy, 401 Crestwood, P.O. Box
2053, Marshall, TX 75670

Monday Night Violeteers, Pres., Linda Crawford, Box 235,
Archer City, TX 76351

Late Bloomers AVC, Pres., Janice Kutzkeb, Rt. 1, Box 36,
Monroe, WI 53566

Since the new club year of many AVSA Affiliated
Chapters begins in June, I have received the list of new
officers for these clubs from their secretaries or the
out going presidents. Thank you for keeping me up to
date. A REMINDER! If you do not send the address of
your president I will have to omit that address from
the AVSA Affiliate list in the November AV Maga¬
zine. I have no way of obtaining this information. This
list is made up July 1 with my information current at
that time.

The AVSA convention in San Francisco was again
the highlight of the year for the many members able to
attend. As many of you know, I enjoyed California
for several weeks before convention while visiting my
daughter and her family. I hope you did not mind the
fact that the show award rosettes were a bit delayed.
Welcoming a new granddaughter was such a happy
event! Conventions are so much fun for those who

come to see and learn and so much work for those
responsible for its success. We are all grateful to all of
those fine San Francisco members who made our visit
to their city and the convention one to remember. The
show was beautiful and the activities well planned.
THANKS TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED!

The following change which affects Affiliate
Chapter shows was approved by the board at the
San Francisco Convention. "A two-toned blue ro¬
sette (AVSA STANDARD SHOW ACHIEVEMENT
AWARD) shall be awarded to the Affiliates winning
the award with at least 95 points once during the
calendar year from January 1 through December 31,
and shall receive it by mail. Only one rosette, either
blue or green shall be awarded." In the past both
rosettes were given — a practice growing out of the
awarding the blue rosette at the convention which is
no longer done. The show results are pouring in and
being processed as rapidly as possible. Your shows
are improving with each new effort. Keep up the
good work!

- ^ -

They're Minis

The two African violets, Texas Rose' and 'Howdy
Ma'am', both hybridized by Candy Russell, of
Houston and appearing in the June AVM, are both
miniatures. They were listed in the magazine
as semiminiatures.

- # -

GENUS

Genus (e.g. Saintpaulia): A group of related species
or single species, subordinate to family, designed to
show natural affinity and provide convenient group¬
ings as an aid to identification.

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REGULATIONS FOR USE OF AVSA LIBRARY MATERIAL

REQUEST FOR RESERVATION

Send to AVSA Library, P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville,
TN 37901. Reservations will be scheduled and con¬
firmed by this office.

Slide programs and packets are available for use
by AVSA members in good standing subject to
Library regulations.

SLIDE PROGRAMS

1. Make checks payable to AVSA. A $3.00 fee is
payable with request for slide programs for individual
members and AVSA Affiliate Organizations. The fee
for rental of a slide program with cassette is $5.00.

2. Make request for reservation three (3) months
in advance of date desired for use with the follow¬
ing information:

Name and address of person to whom slides will be
mailed. If slides will be shown to an affiliate organiza¬
tion please include the name of the organization.

State exact date when material will be used.

Substitutions for requested program may be
necessary. Give second and third choice of date for
specific program request. Give second and third choice
of programs desired for preferred date.

Only one (1) slide program may be reserved for a
meeting. Special requests will be filled when possible.
When two or more programs are requested, such
requests will be filled ONLY if there are no other
requests for the program on the same date. Affiliate
Organizations' requests will receive priority over indi¬
vidual members requests in case of a duplication
because more people will benefit from the use of
the program.

3. Slide programs must be returned immediately
after specified meeting date in order to meet schedules
for others. Please make sure all slides are in numerical
order, that your slide tray and/or projector are
completely empty and that the commentary and com¬
ment sheet is included. Please carefully repack the box
for mailing.

4. Library material must be returned postpaid to
the AVSA office by first class mail. (Return postage
will be the same as when posted by Knoxville).

PACKETS

1. Program packets (written material helpful in
preparing programs) are available to individual
AVSA members.

2. Yearbook Collection Packets are available only
to AVSA Affiliate Organizations in good standing.

3. Newsletter/Magazine Packets are available to
Affiliate Editors or any member interested in starting
a newsletter.

4. Requests for two or more packets will be
filled unless there is a duplicate request for the
same packet.

5. Packets are loaned for a period of one month.

6. Enclose the $2.00 fee with request to AVSA
Library, P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901.

7. Library Packets must be returned postpaid to the
AVSA office. (Return postage will be same as when
posted by Knoxville.)

OTHER MATERIAL AVAILABLE

BY LAWS PACKET: Rene Edmundson, the late
AVSA Parliamentarian, presented a simple set of
bylaws to be used as a guide in writing bylaws for new
clubs or updating outmoded constitutions.

INSTALLATION PACKETS: The packet contains
different su^ested installation ceremonies which can
be adapted for a Violet Club. Two new ones are made
just for Violet Clubs.

NEWSLETTER /MAGAZINE PACKETS: These
packets contain one sample from each entry exhibited
at convention. Editors who wish to browse through
other publications are urged to order one or more
packets. New each year.

PROGRAM PLANNING PACKET: Suggestions to
help a Program Committee plan the programs for a
year of club activity.

SHOW SCHEDULES PACKET; Show ^hedules of
African violet shows from different sections of the
country. Updated each year. Excellent for new ideas.

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SOIL RECIPES AND HINTS ON GROWING
PACKET^ This packet contains a selection of soil
recipes from AVSA members in different parts of the
country. Also included are helpful hints in growing
the violet.

YEARBOOK COLLECTION PACKETS: These
packets contain approximately 14 or more yearbooks
each. Each packet contains one of the top prize win¬
ners at the last AVSA Convention competition. New
each year.

SLIDE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE:

1. "AFRICAN VIOLETS IN ARTISTIC DESIGNS"

(60 slides) A collection of arrangements and artis¬
tic plantings using a Madonna or other accessory
to enhance the design or help express the mood or
theme of a class. Most slides are blue ribbon win¬
ners from shows.

2. "BEAUTY IS . . . THE AFRICAN VIOLET" (75
slides) Know the violet from its historical
background, family, cousins, leaf patterns,
blossom color, and uses in arrangements. An
educational approach to the hobby.

3. "CAPTURED BEAUTY" Our first Regional pro¬
gram shows the top prize winners at the 1979
Rhode Island AVS Show. Cassette available.

4. "DESIGN FOR DOING" (62 slides) The most
elementary fundamentals of arranging are
featured in this program. It is especially designed
for the beginner who wishes to do arrangements
for her own pleasure.

5. "FACETS OF VIOLET GROWING" (64 slides) A
program presenting cultural information, pointers
in potting, methods of detecting insects, including
specimen African violet show plants.

6. "GATEWAY TO VIOLETS" (80 slides) New
introductions 1977. Always a first from St. Louis.
These are the new ones from the hybridizers at the
St. Louis Convention, The Gateway City.

7. "GROWING AND GROOMING A SHOW
PLANT" (82 slides) A how-to-do it program
starting with the selection of the best leaf for
propagation, showing the development and cul¬
ture of a plant all the way to packing and OFF TO
THE SHOW.

7. "KNOW YOUR FLOWER POWER" (36 slides)
will be temporarily pulled for updating. It has
been a popular one in great demand but is in need
of revitalizing. Should be ready by Dec. 1.

8. "MULTIPLYING SAINTPAULIAS" (65 slides)
This program covers propagation by leaf cutting,
division, seeds and grafting. Slides show how to
produce and plant seeds to the development of a
small potted plant.

9. "OUR AMERICAN HERITAGE" (80 slides) Our
1976 Bicentennial Show and Southern Hospitality
at its best, are recorded in this slide program.
Cassettes available.

9. "POINTERS ON JUDGING" (60 slides) A
workshop program for exhibitors and judges on
judging specimen plants.

10. "SHOW OFF YOUR VIOLETS" (70 slides)
A program showing many ways of using vio¬
lets for home decoration, party favors, and
table arrangements.

11. "STAR SPANGLED VIOLETS" (69 slides) from
STAR Blossoms and all other shapes and shades,
come our new commercial introductions, burst¬
ing with vigor and appeal in the bicentennial
year, 1976.

12. "TENDER LOVING CARE FOR MINIATURES"
(70 slides) It is fun to work with plants that thrive
on TEC. These slides will show you how to
groom, grow, and show miniatures.

13. "THE NEW AFRICAN VIOLET PLANT" (77
slides) Learn to identify the variety of leaf types of
the violet, the diseases that affect the leaf and the
blossom colors and types with this program.

14. "THE GENUS SAINTPAULIA" (62 slides) A pro¬
gram of SaintpauUa species from Mrs. Glen Hud¬
son s collection and species exhibited at shows.
The program includes African violets from the
first registrations to the newer varieties showing
the advancements in hybridization.

15. "THE MIGHTY MINIS OF THE SEVENTIES" A
popular slide program much in demand, covering
the minis popular in the 1970's. Cassette available.

16. "THE MOD MINIS" (76 slides) The second pro¬
gram in a series on miniature African violets. You
will enjoy seeing some of the "oldies" and some
"mods" and this should help you bridge the
generation gap in miniatures.

17. "THE SAINTPAULIA SPECIES" (79 slides) Com¬
prehensive, educational workshop-type program
not intended solely for entertainment. Neva
Anderson has contributed several years of work
to produce the best program of its kind yet.
Cassettes available.

18. "THE TREND IS MINIATURE" (78 slides) A
wealth of information on growing, hybridizing
and identifying the miniature and semiminiature.

19. "THIRD TIME AROUND" (80 slides) Enjoy the
beauty of the best in show from St. Louis' third
big convention — 1977. Cassettes available.

20. "VIOLET TROUBLES" (63 slides) Pests, diseases
and results of poor culture are discussed here. An
old but good basic program.

21. "VIOLETS AND MORE VIOLETS" (79 slides) A
basic lesson for beginners showing how to set
leaves, separate baby leaves from the mother leaf

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and divide a multiple crowned plant. Also
includes suggestions on potting, repotting a large
plant and ways to treat a necky plant,

21. "VIOLETS AT THE ALAMO" Enjoy the new
introductions from our hybridizers and growers
as shown at the 1978 Austin Convention. Cas¬
settes available.

22. "VIOLET CARNIVAL" The new introductions for
1980 as compiled by Ethel Champion with the
help of our growers and hybridizers.

23. VIOLETS DEEP IN THE HEART OF TEXAS" Big
was beautiful at the Austin AVSA Convention
show. The slides of the Convention and top prize
winners should be an inspiration to every violet
fancier or lover. Cassettes available.

24. "VIOLETS IN THE MILE HIGH CITY" The top
prize winners at the Denver convention — 1979.
Cassettes available.

25. "VIOLETS IN THE ROCKIES" The new intro¬
ductions for 1979 as compiled by E. Champion

with the help of our growers and hybridizers.
Cassettes available.

26. "WAY DOWN YONDER IN NEW ORLEANS"
The slides of the convention and top prize winners
in the "City That Care Forgot." (1980)

New Additions that we're happy to make available are:

27. "GESNERIAD FAVORITES" presented to AVSA
LIBRARY by the HOUSTON GESNERIAD
SOCIETY. (50 slides) Accompanied by a very
worthwhile, educational commentary. (Sept. 1)

28. "MEMORIES OF SAN FRANCISCO" (80 slides)
The newest slides of the Library — the 1981 Con¬
vention. Top award winners in plants and design.

29. "THE SAINTPAULIA LOOK OF '81" The new¬
est introductions by our growers and hybrid¬
izers and presented at the '81 Convention by
Ethel Champion.

30. "THE NEW LOOK IN VARIEGATES" (not
available 'til Dec. 1.) Will update the out-moded
"Portrait of Variegated Foliage",

YOUR LIBRARY

Marion and Jack Doherty
485 Berwyn Drive
Madison, WI 53711

Now that Fall is here, we're concerning ourselves
with our Affiliate programs for the coming year. This
seems like an ideal time to review the rules and regula¬
tions of the AVSA Library. Regulations for use of
AVSA Library Material state, "Library material must
be returned postpaid to the AVSA Office by FIRST
CLASS MAIL. Return postage will be the same as
when posted in Knoxville." Please make sure all slides
are in numerical order, that your slide tray and/or
projector are completely empty and that the commen¬
tary and comment sheet is included. Please carefully
repack and wrap the box for mailing. We bring this
information to your attention at this time because
there has been difficulty in getting some of the pro¬
grams returned and in some cases, this has occurred
because First Class Mail was not used. Please help us
to avoid disappointment.

We're pleased to announce a new gesneriad show,
"Gesneriad Favorites," compiled by the Houston
Gesneriad Society and presented to AVSA at the San
Francisco Convention by Meredith Hall, Vice Pres, of
that Houston group. We're deeply grateful to our
Texas friends for this very fine contribution to the
AVSA Library. It will be available for Fall viewing

along with our "Memories of San Francisco" program
and the New Introductions which we will refer to as
"The New Saintpaulia Look 1981". Since many
slides were sent to Ethel Champion for her Friday
Luncheon Program on the new cultivars, we may very
well be able to offer you more than one program of
these slides. Hopefully, you'll benefit from and receive
pleasure and knowledge from the latest additions to
our collection of programs. At this writing, the slides
haven't yet come back from the processors but by the
time you receive your Sept, magazine, they'll be ready
for showing.

Following is a list of the names of the loyal
volunteers who so ably assisted us with the picture¬
taking project along with the clerical workers who
recorded all the information necessary to make up the
programs which you request. In alphabetical order, we
extend a very large "thank you" to the Achauers, Jean,
Jeannine, Jeanette and Jalaine; Jessie and Tony
Crisafulli, Gayle Gill, Nancy Hayes, Maureen Heuer,
Mr. and Mrs. Ewing Howlett, Jackie Jones, Jim Loya,
Russ Marshall, Irene Merrill, Ruth Mengsol, Mary
Anne and Vic Richter, Peggy Stone, Dode Whitaker
and Cy Yee. If we've missed anyone, it certainly

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wasn't intentionally done and we'd like to have you let
us know. Without the help of these conscientious
Saintpaulia lovers, we'd never have finished our
project during the time available.

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Texas Council Wants
More Participation

Linda Ray
Route 4, Box 212
College Station, TX 77840

Y'all Come!

Did you Texans know we have a statewide African
violet council? We are six years young and growing,
enjoying the friends we have made as we share our
love of the beautiful African violet.

The Lone Star African Violet Council is composed
of 44 African violet clubs throughout Texas as well as
independent growers. There are two meetings per year
— in November and May. Statewide news, show
dates, show reports, cultural information, club news
and many articles of interest to African violet and
gesneriad growers are found in our award=winning
newsletter published six times a year. A statewide
directory of amateur and commercial growers is
available yearly.

All members are encouraged to exhibit their plants
and design entries in our AVSA affiliated show to be
held in Dallas at Northpark Inn November 6, 7, and 8,
1981. As you know, Texans do things bigger and better
and the annual fall show is no exception. In the past,
leading hybridizers from throughout Texas have intro¬
duced many dazzling award-winning cultivars to the
public. Texas claims many outstanding growers and
our fall show proves to be a real violet lover's treat.
Several informative workshops will be offered during
the fall meeting.

Anyone interested in attending the fall meeting and
show in Dallas, November 9, 10, 11 may obtain more
information directly from Bill Foster, 3610 Gray Drive,
Mesquite, TX 75150 ( 214-279-5993). Information
about Lone Star membership as a club or as an inde¬
pendent member may be obtained from Mrs. L. W.
Chilcutt, 1100 Cleckler, Fort Worth, TX 76111.

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SPECIES vs. VARIETIES

SPECIES (e.g. Saintpaulia ionantha etc.): Subor¬
dinate to a genus, referrable to systems of populations
with phenotypic and genotypic similarities.

The species can have a number of VARIETIES,
each showing a slight botanical difference from
one another.

A Memorable Event

On April 10, 1981, at the show, sponsored by
the AVS of Northern Illinois, at the Northwest Fed¬
eral Bank in Chicago, IL, there was an unusual hap¬
pening. Four generations of the Aske family were blue
ribbon winners.

Grandmother, Anna Adams, won the Best of Show
in the non-member category. Mother, Mildred Aske,
won blue ribbons in the design division. Daughter,
Anita Fiori, won a blue ribbon for her sinningia.
Granddaughter, Patty Fiori, just 6 years old, won a
blue ribbon for her 'Ballet Lisa'.

This is a family who enjoy their violets.

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Soil Sterilizing

I use an aluminum foil turkey roasting pan pur¬
chased specifically for this purpose. It holds a large
amount of soil and is a good size when mixing your
ingredients. After your mixture is thoroughly blended,
cover securely with heavy duty aluminum foil and seal
tightly. When soil is "cooking" there are no odors and
no one will ever know that it is in the oven. The soil
then can be stored in the same pan until it is used.

Connie Zeicker, in Violet Time — AVC of Vancouver

AVSA WINNERS — Here are winners of the
AVSA first and second collection awards at the
Delaware AVS show, ''Clowning Around With
Violets’’. They are: left, Mrs. Wallace Behnke
holding 'Tina’, show queen and part of the gold
rosette award, and right, Mrs. Albert Pyle
holding 'Flamingo’, the show princess, part of
the purple rosette award. Mrs. Pyle also won
AVSA horticulture and design sweepstakes and
the DAVS gesneriad sweepstakes.

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from the "Ulini-tllam’’

Mrs. Sidney (Ellie) Bogin
Chr. Miniature and Semimini Class
39 Boyd Street
Long Beach, NY 11561

SPRING SHOWS

AVSA, San Francisco, CA — Com, Gold rosette —
'Joyful', 'Little Jim', 'Icicle Trinket' — Mary Boose;
Purple rosette ~ 'Green Blush', 'Little Jim', 'Irish
Angel' — Linda Ray; Best mini — 'Mini Mignon' —
Cy P. Yee; Best semi — 'Little Jim' — Enid Wood; Best
trailer — 'Wood Trail' — Cy P. Yee.

AVS of Fort Walton Beach, FL — Best mini — 'Delta
Rose' (This is a semi); Best semi — 'Red Dragon' —
Mrs. Reba Anderson

AVS of Minnesota, NM — Best in show, best mini
— " 'Little Love' — Kathy Johnson; Second best in
show, best semi — 'Irish Angel' — Palma Trapp
Alpha AVS of Dallas, TX — Purple rosette — 'Pip
Squeak', 'Lil Creeper', 'Frosty Trail'; Best mini —
'Melody' — Susan Roberts; Best semi — 'Barr's Blue
Bird' — Mary Jonson

Bergen County AVS, NJ — Best in show, best semi

— 'Blue Sprite' — Lorraine Dwyer; Third best in
show, best trailer — 'Trail Along' — Pat Christy

Central California AVS, CA — Tricolor, best in
show, best semi — 'Dear Ellie' ~ Ruth Jo McCoy.
(HOW ABOUT THAT!)

Central Jersey AVS, NJ — Second best in show, best
mini — 'Little Eva'; Best semi — 'Kuddly'; Best trailer

— 'Pixie Blue' — Nanc>" Imhof

Chattahooche Valley AVS, Columbus, GA — Gold
rosette — 'Little Love', 'Little Lou', 'Wee Dreamer';
Best mini 'Little Love' -- Blair Pennington; Best
semi 'Dora Baker'; Best trailer 'Pixie Blue' —
Janice Hill

Delaware AVS, DE Best mini — 'Midget
Bonbon'; Best. semi — 'Little Jim' — Barbara Barliske;
Best mini col. — 'Thumbles', 'Little Red', 'Double
Take' — Bessie Pyle; Best semi col. — - 'Dear Ellie',
'Little Jim', 'Blue Sprite' — Barbara Barliske
Evening AV Club, Des Moines, lA — Best mini —
'Toy Clown' — Ann Nus; Best semi — 'Window Lace'

— Carole Biddle; Best trailer — 'Happy Trails'
Marie Ilstrup; Best mini col. — 'Lil Critter', 'Little
Buckeroo', 'Little Echo' — Carole Biddle

Fort Worth AVS, Fort Worth, TX — Best semi —
'Beginner's Luck' — Mrs. Rodney M. Fergon; Best

trailer — 'Snowy Trails' — Mrs. Raymond Care, Jr.

Hudson Highlands AVS, West Point, NY — Am.
best mini — 'Mini Minx'; Am. best semi 'Little Jim'

— Jo Ann Cummings; Com. best mini — 'Little Love'
— ” Bob Humphreys

Long Island AVS, Freeport, NY — Best mini col. —
'Tiny Teen', 'Thumbles', 'Little Eva' — Pat Kasperski;
Best semi col. — 'Cherry Hill', 'Little Jim', 'Beginner's
Luck' — Anne Lee

Nassau AVS, Merrick, NY — Best mini — 'Little
Red' — Jane Hiltz; Best semi ~ 'Perky Baby' Sandy
Weynand; Purple rosette — 'Little Jim', 'Cherry Hill',
'Irish Angel'; Best trailer 'Pixie Blue' — Leah Oehrig
North Star AV Council, Minneapolis, MN —
Novice best mini — 'Rosy Snow Baby' — Rita Clatt;
Novice best semi — 'Joyful' -- Anne Monty; Am. best
mini — 'Midget Valentine'; best semi — ~ 'Sky Rocket'

— Mary Sandos; Best mini col. — 'Mini Minx', 'Rosy
Glow', 'Tiny Fantasy' — Caroline Fleisch

North Star AVS, Greenlawn, NY — Best mini —
'Scooby Doo'; best semi — 'Kuddly' — Louise Wagner
Sweetwater AVS, Hauppauge, NY Best under
12", best mini 'Mini Minx'; Best semi — 'Sweet
Treat' — Jane Hiltz; NY State semi col. — 'Cuddles',
'Pink Trinket', 'Care Deeply' — Carolyn Klein
Sunday AV Matinee Club, Milwaukee, WI — Best
mini — 'Little Red'; Best semi — 'Barr's Blue Bird' —
Terry Torbeck

Tampa AVS, Tampa, FL — Best mini — 'Tiny

Fantasy' — Norma Leto; Best semi =- 'Susue' — Doris
Dukes; Best trailer — 'Trail Along' — Mar¬
garet Ritchie

The AVS of Staten Island, Staten Island, NY — - Best
mini — 'Wee Hope'; Best semi — 'Dear Ellie'; Best mini
col. — 'Wee Hope', 'Little Blue', Twinkel Toes' — Ray
Dooley; Best semi col. — 'Sweet Treat', 'Little Jim',
'Little Lulu' ” Ed Bradford
Wachusett AVS — Best mini — 'Little Echo' —
Colleen Delmino; Best semi — 'Beginner's Luck' —
Jessie Crisafulii; Purple rosette — 'Kuddly', 'Irish
Angel', 'Dancing Doll' — Colleen Delmino

The mini and semi classes in San Francisco were
outstanding. I am sorry that I don't have the room to

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list all the color class winners. The majority of them
were won by Cy P. Yee!

The law of the International Nomenclature Com¬
mittee allows for only one person to be a registrar.
Janet Nichols, the new AVSA registrar and I had a
long discussion and we will work together to avoid the
problems that have cropped up in the past few years.

The Master List for this year is in the works already.
However, in 1982, although the registered varieties
will appear in the registration list, the Master List will
not carry or duplicate the minis, semis, mini trailers
and semimini trailers. There will be only one source,
the Miniature and Semiminiature List, which will still
list those that are registered and those that aren't.

I came home from the convention with over 40 new
cultivars and I will be writing about them throughout
the year. My plants are finally coming back after the
havoc created by the mealies and constant spraying.
Too bad I didn't have that bloom count when my club
had its show. Just wait till next year!

It is time to start selecting your plants for next year's
show. Plants that did well over the summer, plants
that you've seen perform well at other shows, are all
good bets. The TLC you start giving them now will
reward you later on. Remember, if others can do it
with those plants, so can you.

A show plant rarely just happens. It needs attention
and all ten proper environmental factors to bring it to
show quality. Keep the June AVSA magazine turned
to Catherine Hawley's excellent article "Back To
Basics", page 15, for constant reference.

CHANGES: Meek's 'Ruth's Baby' to 'First Baby' and
'Pretty Baby' (Meeks) to 'Angel Baby'.

The 1978 Miniature and Semiminiature Culture and
Variety List including the 1979, 1980 supplements, in
their own envelope, is available from me at the cost of
$2.50. If you only want either or both of the 1979 and
1980 supplements, send a large self-addressed stamped
envelope. OVERSEAS MEMBERS: Please check inter¬
national postage rates for 3 oz. and add it to your cost.
Make all checks payable to AVSA in U.S. dollars and
on a U.S. based bank.

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REPOTTING:

A violet that has been in the same soil for a year or
longer has used up most of the humus in the soil and
the soil becomes packed and of poor structure and
poor aeration. The improper additions of fertilizers,
use of softened water, chemicals in the water, and
using various secret potions on your plants, often
causes the soil to become unbalanced and unfit for
good plant growth. Give your plant a new lease on life
by changing the soil once a year. This can be done at
any time of the year, but many people like changing
the soil in the fall so that the plant is at its best during
the winter and spring months.

Puts Poem to Music

Eunice Morrill
10 Oliver St.
Auburn, ME 04210

I am a new member of AVSA. My granddaughter
gave me the membership for Christmas. I have
received my first magazine and enjoyed it very much.
I am a casual amateur with only about 75 or 80
violets. I occasionally sell one, keeping the money to
turn over to our church fair in the fall along with
taking a half dozen or so to the fair.

At one time I had nearly 150. Like most people
interested in plants I can't throw anything away, so
have leaves from different plants, hopefully pro¬
pagating on my dryer, which my husband calls 'The
Maternity Ward'.

The real reason for this letter is that I thought you
might be interested in a little verse that I made up and
sang to one of my special violets several years ago. I
just wanted to share it. It is to be sung to the tune of
"Glow Worm", and I kept my mouth very close to the
plant hoping to be more effective. Here it is:

"Grow little violet, bigger, bigger ... let carbon
dioxide supply the vigor . . . when I give you food
and water . . . Don't let me give you more'n I oughta
. . . may your foliage be redundant . . . and all your
blossoms more abundant ... all my friends admire
you so . . . grow little violet, grow!"

WALL DECORATIONS: Here’s how Mary Pol-
hemus of Hanna City, IL used violets to decorate
one whole wall in her kitchen. She formeriy had
her violets upstairs but she couldn’t see them
without running up and down the stairs. So her
husband installed fluorescent lights and giass
shelves. Back of the shelves is wall paper with
floral design. The plates, hanging on the waii,
also have gay floral designs, “it really
brightened up my kitchen and I love it,” Mrs.
Poihemus said.

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21

Jim Eyerdom, 25-year-old son of Dale and Grace
Eyerdom and grandson of Hugh and Grace Eyerdom
of Granger Gardens of Medina, OH, is getting ready
to go to Japan to interest the Japanese in importing
quantities of African violets and begin growing and
hybridizing them like our hybridizers do. We already
know how interested some Japanese are through their
visits to our California clubs and growers and the large
delegation of Japanese at the San Francisco conven¬
tion. Their presence along with others from other
foreign countries gave a cosmopolitan air to our
AVSA convention . . . Have you tried rooting violet
blossom stems? Just recently, Marshall Wheeler of
Olean, NY sent me three rooted stems. He had them
carefully packed and when they arrived they were in
fine condition. I immediately potted them. Fortunately
— for me — they are growing beautifully and I'm well
pleased with them ... In one of the Australia AVS'
"African Violet News and Views" publication, I noted
a drooping plant with the explanation, "The problems
above the ground can start below the ground," and I
realized how applicable this was to our African
violets. Think how many soil pests infect the root
systems of our violets and rob them of their natural
nutrients, fertilizer and moisture. We need to watch
our plants and determine whether our plant problems
are above ground or below ground . . . Ozzie Weiss,
P. O. Box 479, New York, NY 10009 is moving into a
smaller apartment and he needs to dispose of many of
his violets. He also has a collection of several years of
the African Violet Magazine, which he wants to give
to a new club or similar group interested in African
violets. If you're interested, write him . . . Mrs.
Eugene DeRisi, 53 Cranbrook Road, Trenton, NJ
08690 is trying to locate a real oldie, "Boyce Edens".
She's seen pictures of the plant and says it's so
beautiful she wants one. "Surely someone out there in
violetland still grows it," she added. "I've scanned the
lists of all our AV advertisers and can't find it. I'll be
ever so grateful to anyone that can help me with a
plant or leaves and will pay for whatever they want
for them." So, please, if you know where Mrs. DeRisi
can obtain this plant, let her know . . . Beulah
O'Neal, 5991 Heritage Place, Camrillo, CA 93010 is
wondering if any one has an African violet named
'Connie' and would they share a leaf or two with her,
since she'd like to have one for her daughter, Connie.

"There are 13 'Connies' listed in the MVL but most are
older varieties and I can't find them anywhere," she
added . . . Dora Baker of St. Paul, MN, knowing
how delighted I am when our African violet receives
publicity in newspapers or magazines, recently sent
me a UPI article which appeared in a Minneapolis
newspaper under a Greenwood, SC dateline and
headed "New Bicolor African Violets Can Be Grown
From Seed." The article reads as follows: "Two inde¬
pendent hobbyists have developed bicolor African
violets that can be grown from seed. Ronn Nadeau of
St. Louis created varieties with a color range including
maroon, red, pink, white, purple and blue. Some are
bicolored in different shades. Many show unusual
variegated leaves. Betty Waugh of Statesboro, GA,
came up with some hybrids that produce huge double
blooms. Some are striped, picoted, speckled or
flecked. Others are solid colors, including lime green."
. . . Eunice Vallery of Baton Rouge, LA, is wanting to
know if the African violet, 'Louisiana', is on the
market. This is to remind you, Eunice, to look in
Fischer's ad in the June issue . . . Betty Dowdy,
605 Braswell Street, Wrens, GA, is wanting to know
how a small home grower of African violets can
become a distributor. All you have to do, Betty, is
contact some of the hybridizers who advertise in the
AV magazine and list your qualifications. If they're
interested, you'll hear from them . . . Don L. Thorn¬
burg of Oakland, CA is wondering why more AVSA
commercial growers and advertisers don't accom¬
modate our overseas African violet lovers, especially
those in England, since, he says, the airmail postage is
very low and no special export permits are necessary.
"All I had to do differently than mailing a domestic
package was to tell the postal clerk what was in the
package after which he affixed a small green stamp,"
Don explained. . . . Here are some facts and figures I
learned at the San Francisco convention . . . During
the past year AVSA gained 60 new Life Members . . .
AVSA has 382 Conunercials ... 32 Commercial
Tables sold their wares in the Sales Room . . . Boyce
Edens Fund amounted to nearly $3,500 this past year
. . . The AV Magazine will have a new column on
"Judges and Judging" published in each issue . . .
AVSA has 457 qualified judges and there are six
judging schools planned for the ensuing year . . .
Adele Tretter reported 307 African violet plants had

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22

been registered the past year . . . Postage rates are
increasing so much, foreign memberships are going to
be raised accordingly March 1, 1982 . . . Mildred
Schroeder, Affiliates chairman, is suggesting more
experienced clubs try the "Adopt a Club" plan . . .
after pointing out AVSA gained 43 new clubs this past
year . . . AVSA has received invitations for conven¬
tions from the following groups: AVS of Minnesota
for 1986 in St. Paul; from the Nutmeg State AVS for
Connecticut; The Georgia State AVS for Atlanta; the
Metropolitan AVS of St. Louis for Missouri; and the
AVS Council of Florida for Orlando.

- ♦ - - -

Judges —
Judge Thyselves

Mrs. Sidney (Ellie) Bogin
39 Boyd Street
Long Beach, NY 11561

What kind of a judge are you? Too lenient?
WRONG! Too rigid? WRONG! The qualifications of
a good judge are: A judge should have KNOW¬
LEDGE, EXPERIENCE, FAIRNESS, COURAGE,
TACT, AND KINDNESS.

In the past few years as I have traveled around
to various shows across the country, I have heard
and seen judges say and do things that appall me.
They seem to have forgotten the GOLDEN RULE to
treat other's plants as you would want yours treated.
They have forgotten to look for BEAUTY instead
of FAULTS!

"This plant has perfect symmetry. I guess we can
only take off five points." I overheard this at one of
my own shows from a fairly new judge, and I couldn't
believe it. How is that for inexperience and unfairness?

"As long as I am a judge and have something to say,
that plant will never be queen. It reminds me of
death." Would you call that tactful or kind?

Comments on a card for a semitrailer which
received a white, stated "Does not have symmetry and
does not trail around the pot." Where is the experience
and knowledge there?

"I will be a great plant when I grow up." This was
written about a young plant. Can you imagine any
judge being so condescending to write that? Where is
the constructive criticism?

If you recognize from the above that you have been
guilty of such tactlessness, unkindness, lack of
knowledge etc., don't you think it is time to get out
your judge's handbook and reread it to get the true
meaning of being a fair and objective judge?!!!
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FAMILY

Family (e.g. Gesneriaceae): group of related genera,
or a single genus, subordinate to an order.

Certificates Of
Appreciation Given

Each year five AVSA Certificates of Appreciation
are presented to the authors of outstanding arti¬
cles printed in the AFRICAN VIOLET MAGAZINE
during the year. The articles are voted for by mem¬
bers of the Publications Committee and the Certi¬
ficates were presented at the San Francisco convention
to the following:

Pauline Bartholomew who wrote of her experience
in judging the first show in Tokyo, Japan, in the
March 1981 issue. This is the third time she has
received a certificate.

Dale Eyerdom was presented with his second cer¬
tificate for the article in the January AVM, page 13,
entitled "Bugs: Eradication or Population Control".

Emory E. Leland received his fourth certificate for
the two part article entitled "AV's Grow Better in
Soilless Mixes Designed with Optimum pH".

Wayne Lindstrom was awarded a certificate for his
article in the September issue, "Who Hybridizes? All
of us can in the Opinion of Wayne Lindstrom".

Charlyne Reed was presented with a certificate for
her article in the June issue, "Variegated Foliage
Then and Now". This was presented as a workshop
program at the convention in New Orleans last year.

Congratulations to all of these winners. These
articles are well worth rereading.

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An Educational Surprise

I needed more space for another set of shelves
for my new seedlings, so I closed off the closet in my
plant room. In it I thought I had left only a few seldom
used supplies.

Some time later I needed a plastic bag from the
closet, so I moved the stand, opened the closet door —
and was amazed to find a small terrarium of
miniatures in tiny one-inch pots. I jerked the saran
wrap off the top and with complete amazement, I
stood there staring at a bowl full of perfect little
healthy plants — not a dead leaf — what more can I
say perfect condition!

The educational surprise was that these little plants
had been in that completely dark closet for 19 days!

Here's my reasoning for their perfect condition: The
bottom of the bowl was covered with 3" circles of
"wat-a-wick" capillary matting. I must have been very
lucky, too, that they were not too wet when over¬
looked. When I inspected the bowl, the matting was
barely damp to the touch and the soil almost dry.

Growing African violets brings new surprises every
day! I love my hobby!

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23

NEW YORK STATE . . .

Ideal Vacation Spot
For 1982 Convention

Mrs. B. B. Hubbard
133 Goodrich Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13210

One aspect in the nation which interests people of
all ages in life is New York's position on vacationlands.
It is this phase of New York State which we will try to
present to you for possible tours planned — or on
your own for the 1982 AVSA Convention/ Show in
Syracuse, NY.

New York State really has it — more to see and do
than most countries. It offers unsurpassed beautiful
scenery, green forests, mountain peaks, picturesque
valleys, majestic rivers, ocean surf, inland lakes, rocks
and gorges, and splashing waterfalls. There are horse
and auto racing, theaters, night clubs, art museums,
historic shrines, boat rides, sight-seeing trips, small
shops . . . and so much more.

The Niagara Frontier Region contains the most
visited natural wonder in the United States, Niagara
Falls, This never-to-be-forgotten thrilling sight can be
viewed from a number of vantage points . . . the
New York State Observation Tower (with an elevator
ride 100 feet above the falls and 280 feet to the rocks at
the base), a boat ride almost under the falls on the
Maid of the Mist. Hospitality in this area will be
extended by the Niagara Frontier Club AVS and AVS
of Western New York.

The Finger Lakes Region is in the heart of NYS and
is one of the most popular vacation areas. Here are six
long, slender lakes lying on the map like an open
hand. They vary in length from 11 to 40 miles and
from their shores beautiful hills rise on all sides. There
are nine state parks in this area. This is also a famous
wine-making district, and we are planning a trip to
one of the famous wineries. Syracuse is located in this
area. Sibleys, one of our fine downtown stores is
offering a free breakfast and fashion show with prizes
and more for the first 200 people to sign up. We are
planning a city tour which will include our new
Syracuse University Dome Stadium. Coming is
located at the southern gateway to the Finger Lakes
Region and is a "must" on our tour schedule. Each
year nearly three-quarters of a million people travel to
view the famous Coming Glass Center. The Center
consists of the Coming Museum of Glass with its
thousands of glass objects from earliest times to the
present, the Hall of Science and Industry with its
pushbutton exhibits showing how glass is used today
in science, home, and industry. From a spacious
gallery in the factory visitors can see master craftsmen
form, polish and engrave world-famous Steuben

crystal. In a variety of shops you will be able to
purchase souvenirs, books, unusual glass objects made
by glass artists and craftsmen . . . and beautiful
Steuben crystal.

The Central Region. Lyndon Lyon, of whom we are
all so proud, is located here in Dolgeville, and a trip is
planned to visit his greenhouse where you will be able
to see and select violets of your choice. Oneida Silver
is another tour scheduled for your benefit. Here you
will be able to select some very fine bargains.
Cooperstown, the village of museums, Doubleday
Field, home of baseball, the Farmers Museum,
beautiful Lake Otsego ... a lovely town with fine
shops is also on our schedule. Also you will want to
consider a trip to the track at Vernon Downs if you are
of the "racy" set.

Little by little things are falling into place and excite¬
ment builds as we prepare a gala schedule for you all
at the 1982 AVSA Convention /Show in Syracuse.

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Join The AVCC!

Marge Corson

What do you do when you have been heavily smit¬
ten by "Violet Fever", and there are no clubs around in
your area to join? And none of your friends or
relatives share your enthusiasm? And you're going
crazy with no one to talk to about violets? You do
what I did — you join the African Violet Cor¬
respondence Club!

This organization fulfills a real need by uniting
growers and hobbyists from all over the country ( and
even internationally) via letters, or as has been more
recently introduced, cassette tapes. A bi-monthly
newsletter is sent out to all members and is comprised
of articles written mainly by the members themselves.
Growing methods, insect control, ordering from com¬
mercial growers, a plant forum describing which
plants performed well and which didn't, hybridizing,
and accounts told from actual growing experience
form only a part of each newsletter. Members' names,
hobbies, and other pertinent information are listed
also, with the intention that others with similar inter¬
ests will write back.

I have formed many wonderful friendships through
the AVCC, and by using cassette tapes especially, it
enables me to talk with my pen-pals as if they were
right in my living room. What a joy to be able to
discuss violets -- to glean bits of wisdom from others'
experiences, and to trade leaves back and forth! Even
for those of you who are fortunate enough to belong
to a club, the fun derived from AVCC shouldn't be
missed. For information, write the President at:

Mrs. Doreen VanderTuin

1230 Plum Avenue Simi Valley, CA 93065

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

24

BEST IN SHOW AT AVSA CONVENTION, SAN FRANCISCO
Pink Philly (Tinari Hybrid) by Cy P Lee, San Francisco

(Photo by Bob Clark, San Francisco)

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

25

AVSA Grants $7,500 For Research Projects

Frank Tinari
Research Chairman
Huntingdon Valley, PA

From the Boyce Edens Research Fund, AVSA voted
a total of $7,500 to continue the five research projects
under way.

These include a $1,500 grant for 1981 to Ohio State
University for a Foliar Nematode Project, under the
direction of Associate Professor Richard M. Riedel,
Department of Plant Pathology, Ohio State University.

A $1,000 grant for 1981 to the University of Georgia
College of Agriculture Project under the direction of
Professor Richard T. Hanlin. Project on Pythium and
Phytophthora rots on Saintpaulias.

A $1,000 grant for 1981 to Peter C. Bilkey, The
University, Department of Botany, University Park,
Nottingham, England Study of Saintpaulias, micro

culture, cell fusion and inter species research. AVSA
previous grant was $1,000 in 1979.

A $1,000 grant for 1981 to Texas A&M University
for a soil mealy bug project, under the direction of Dr.
Charles L. Cole. Project is at a very critical stage,
work is continuing for various chemicals in treating
affected plants, particularly Saintpaulias.

A $3,000 grant for 1981 to Penn State University for
the Saintpaulia project under the direction of Dr.
Richard Craig. Multi -pronged research on species,
isotope treated seeds and plants, micro and photoplant
study, Hoploid, modem cultivars, etc.

Assisting Mr. Tinari on the Research Committee are
Hugh Eyerdom, Lyndon Lyon, Henry Peterson,
Harold Rienhardt and Jack Swift.

♦

Lyndon Lyon Gets Top Honors
At AVSA Commercial Show

Lyndon Lyon of Dolgeville, NY, one of the violet
world s most esteemed growers, scored again among
the commercials at the San Francisco Convention and
took top honors for the first, second and third
best introductions.

'Hot Touch' was judged best introduction;
'Scribbles', second best; and 'Ravishing Ripples', third
best. In addition to these honors, Lyon received the
AVSA Silver Bowl for the best commercial display
table with 23 blue ribbons and 174 points; and the
New York State AVS Award for the best horticulture
perfection with 23 blue ribbons.

In the specimen plant division Tinari Greenhouses
of Huntingdon Valley, PA received the Joan Van Zele
Award for the best seedling 'Luv New York', and the
Evening Violet Club Award with 'Lookin' Good'.

Violets c/o Cookie of Gretna, LA was the winner of
the AVSA Silver Tray for the second best display table
with 11 blues and 81 points.

The Milwaukee AVS Award went to Kent's Flowers
of Arlington, NE for 'Vigor Lou'.

The AVSA Paul Revere Bowl for the third best
display table was captured by Violet Gardens of San
Francisco with 80 points.

In the Commercial Division, Mary Boose of Tmm-
bull, CT captured five awards, these including the
Commercial silver cup for 'Little Jim'; the Collection
Award (gold rosette) for 'Joyful', 'Little Jim' and 'Icicle
Trinket'; the NY City AVS Award for 'Little Jim'; the
Milwaukee AVS Award with 'Little Jim' and the Win
Albright Memorial Award for the 1st Collection.

Linda Ray of College Station, TX won a Win
Albright Memorial Award and the Commercial Col¬
lection Award (purple rosette) with 'Little Jim', 'Irish
Angel' and 'Green Blush'; Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hertal's
Award with 'June Moon' and the L. F. Lidiak Award
for sweepstakes.

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AVSA Sweepstakes Winners

Three silver bowls and three rosettes were awarded
six AVSA members who had won the most blue rib¬
bons, horticulture classes in shows sponsored by
AVSA Affiliates during the past year. Presentation
was made at the San Francisco Convention.

Receiving these six awards were: Mrs. Elizabeth
Bickel, 232 blues; Jessie Crisafulli, Belchertown, MA
171 blues; Edward Bradford, Woodhaven, NY 124
blues; Barbara Elkins, Santa Clara, CA 95 blues;

Raymond Dooley, Staten Island, NY 90 blues and
Martha Dyson, 73 blues.

Two silver bowls and two rosettes were awarded to
four AVSA members with the most blue ribbons in
design: Edward Bradford, Woodhaven, NY 29 blues;
Raymond Dooley, Staten Island, NY 23 blues; Jessie
Crisafulli, Belchertown, MA 21 blues and Marion
Bruce, Oakland, CA 13 blues.

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26

The African Violet Society

of America, Inc.

Statement of Cash
Receipts and Disbursements

Years Ended February 28, 1981 and February 29, 1980

RECEIPTS:

1981

1980

Memberships:

New

$ 36,569.00

$ 41,882.00

Renewals

157,036.00

165,098.00

Other

11,799.00

11,166.00

205,404.00

218,146.00

Advertising

31,394.00

26,910.00

Back IssuK

2,499.00

2,465.00

Research

3,918.TO

8,132.00

Judge's Handbook

2,415.00

3,288.00

Library Rentals

2,472.00

2,318.00

Plant Registrations

1,544.00

1,054.00

Variety Lists

2,516.00

4,021.00

Binders

2,239.00

2,522.00

Booster Fund

994.00

1,060.00

Interest

26,026.00

16,242.00

Emblems

2,674.00

3,190.00

Conventions

1,517.00

8,559.00

Cultural Folders

672.00

1,675.00

Entry Tags

1,123.00

857.00

Semiminiatures and Miniatures List

1,223.00

1,944.00

Shows and Judges

239.00

192.00

Foreign Exchange (loss)

15.00

(6.00)

Other

4.00

8.00

Contributions — Boyce Edens Fund

3,437.00

—

Hudson Fund

303.00

2,722.00

Watson Fund #1

104.00

—

Watson Fund #2

52.00

-

Total Receipts

292,784.00

305,299.00

DISBURSEMENTS:

Magazine

163,978.00

142,991.00

ServicK and payroll taxes

48,403.00

43,459.00

C^fice Supplies and Expenses

7,400.00

6,434.00

Office Equipment

6,262.00

—

Annual Business Meeting

2,101.00

1,390.00

Variety Lists

3,986.00

5,356.00

Judge's Handbook

—

3.00

Postage

14,001.00

14,637.00

Conventions

3,163.00

1,174.00

Rent

6,307.00

6,832.00

Committees

7,925.00

8,372.00

Cultural Folders

—

6,434.00

Emblems

2,794.00

2,296.00

Professional Services

920.00

1,060.00

Binders

2,126.00

2,070.00

Officers' Expenses

1,697.00

762.00

R^earch Grant and Expenses

5,500.00

5,125.00

Semiminiatures and Miniature List

56.00

3.00

Other

82.00

—

Insurance

274.00

-

276,975.00

248,3«.00

EXCESS OF RECEIPTS

OVER DISBURSEMENTS

$ 15,809.00

$ 56,901.00

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HYBRIDS

Hybrids: the progeny resulting from a
cross-fertilization of parents with unidentical gene¬
tic constitutions.

Older Cultivars
Take First Place

Maybe with all these new African violets carried on
the market each year, were forgetting some of the old
favorites and the past years' plants which are still very,
very beautiful and are still fine growing specimens.

But this wasn't the case at the AVSA conven¬
tion/show in San Francisco. Some of the top winners
had been in some 10 years or more.

Tinari's 'Pink Philly', registered in 1969, occupied
the coveted seat in the Court of Honor as Best in
Show. Second Best was Catheine Hawley's 'Katy Did',
registered in 1970, and third best was C. Wilson's 'Blue
Excitement', registered in 1969. Even the First AVSA
Collection (gold rosette), which also won TubeCraft's
complete FloraCart, consisted of Hawley's 'Superfec-
tion', registered in 1971, 'Katy Did' and Max Maas'
'Mary C', registered in 1975. All these plants were
entered by Cy P. Yee of San Francisco.

The Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette),
entered by Barbara Elkin of Santa Barbara, really had
an oldie in it. It was 'Admiral', one of Armacost &
Royston's 10 originals way back in 1948. The other
two plants were Granger's 'Starshine', ■ registered in
1972, and Mrs. T. Coryell's 'Colorado Knight',
registered in 1974.

These are just a few of yesterday's favorites taking
top honors at the San Francisco Convention/ Show
and it was the opinion of all those 1,000 delegates
registered at the convention that "African violets are
here to STAY"!

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MVL Supplement
To Be Discontinued

The Master Variety List supplement, will be discon¬
tinued as Part II of the September AV Magazine, effec¬
tive with this issue to combat the rising costs of the
magazine. This action was taken at the AVSA Board
meeting in San Francisco.

Usually some 30,000 copies are published to be sent
to the entire membership annually. At the board
meeting it was learned that much of the membership
have no use for the supplements.

Now only a limited number of MVL Supplements
will be published.

AVSA members desiring the supplement may
obtain it by sending a LARGE SELF-ADDRESSED
STAMPED ENVELOPE to the AVSA office, P.O.
Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901 and requesting
the MVL Supplement. There will be no charge for
the supplements.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

27

CHAMPION
PRESENTS
SOME NEW
ONES

(Photos by Champion)

ULACFUP

DOT AND DASH

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

28

MY JEZEBEL

VIOLETS c/o COOKIE

SPANISH MOSS

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

29

Cy P. Yee Steals The Show
In San Francisco

For more than 1,000 persons attending the 35th
Annual AVSA Convention /Show in San Francisco,
CA the setting was the Gold Ballroom of the
Sheraton -Palace Fiotel. Centering the room was the
Court of Honor displayed in an old fashioned cable
car design.

Cy P. Yee, a young grower from San Francisco, was
the top winner with AVSA Collection Award (gold
rosette), 'Katy Did', 'Superfection', 'Mary C';
Honorable Mention Award, 'Blue Excitement'; AVSA
SOver Cup, 'Pink Philly'; Award of Merit Rosette,
'Katy Did'; Indianapolis AVC Award, 'Blue Chips';
Mary Michniuk Award, 'Pink Philly'; AVS of Jackson¬
ville Award, 'Iceberg'; First Austin AVS Award, 'Katy
Did'; Schultz Company Award, 'Superfection'; First
AVS of Wichita Falls, Texas Award, 'Excitement';
Bellflower AVS Award, 'Blue Excitement'; Stim-u-
Plant, Inc. Award, 'Mark'; Maisie Yakie Award in
memory of Rene Edmondson, 'Wisteria'; AVS of
Staten Island Award, 'Ballet Marta'; Lyndon Lyon
Greenhouses Award, 'Disco Dazzler'; Mr. and Mrs.
Ray Hertel Award, 'Vigor Lou'; Evelyn Dulbecco
Award, 'Twiki'; Schultz Company Award, 'Dolly
Dimple'; AVS of the Monterey Peninsula Award,
'Always Pink'; Frank Reece Award, 'Always Pink';
Night Bloomers Award, 'Wee Bells'; AVS of Palo Alto
Award, 'Mini Mignon'; Milwaukee AVS Award,
'Bionic Pink'; San Mateo Co. AVS Award, 'Redwood
City'; St. Louis Judge's Council Award, 'Mini
Mignori; Mrs. Harold Baker Award, 'Dora Baker';
AVS of South Bay Award, 'Beginner's Luck';
TubeCraft Award, 'Katy D', 'Superfection', 'Mary C';
Stim-u-Plant, Inc. Award, 'Pink Philly'; John and Jo
McCoy Award, 'Woodtrail'; Kathryn McNair Award,
'Pip Squeek'; Mr. and Mrs. Jewell M. Goode Award,
'Woodtrail'; Eileen and David Masterson Award,
'Nematanthus Tropicana'; Joan Van Zele Award, 'S.
Bright Eyes'; President's Award, Harvey Stone and
Mrs. L. F. Lidlak Award with most ribbons, 41 blues.

The AVSA CoOection Award (purple rosette) went
to Barbara Hkin of Santa Clara, CA with, 'Admiral',
'Starshine', 'Colorado Knight'. Her other awards were:
AVS of Grays Harbor Award, 'Pioneer; Swift "Moist-
rite Planter" Award, 'Interviewer'; Mrs. Alice Black
Award, 'Orchid Dawn'; Michigan State AVC Award,
'Pink Energy'; Michigan State AVS Award, 'Lavender
Tiara'; Paumanok AVS Award, 'Midget Valentine';
Helen Van Zele Award, 'Admiral', 'Starshine',
'Colorado Knight'; Saintpaulia Society of St. Louis
Award, 'Jolene'; Plantsmith, Inc. Award, 'Soyonora';
Adelaide Kory Award, 'S. lonantha'; and AVS of

Lower Bucks Co. Award, with 2nd highest number of
ribbons, 32 blu^.

The seven awards won by Dorothy Gawienowski
of Sunnyvale, CA were: Plantsmith, Inc. Award,
'Something Special'; Suburban AV Friends Award,
'Watermelon Rose'; Alum Rock AVS Award, 'Texas
Prince'; Adelaide Kory Award, 'Dazzler'; Border
Cities AVC Award, 'Black Ace'; Tinari Greenhouses
Award, 'Dazzler'; and Wisconsin Council of AVC
Award, 'Cat's Meow'.

Four growers won four awards each. They were:
Mary Boose of Turnbull, CT with. New York City
AVS, Inc. Award ■ — in memory of Jimmy Watson,
'Little Jim'; Milwaukee AVS Award, 'Little Jim'; Com¬
mercial Silver Cup, 'Little Jim'; AVSA CoOection ( gold
rosette), 'Joyful', 'Little Jim', 'Icicle Trinket'; and "Win
Albright Memorial Award", Mrs. Marion E. Albright,
'Joyful', 'Little Jim', 'Icicle Trinket'; Enid Wood of San
Carlos, CA, Gary Beck Award, 'Nob HOI'; Northern
CA Council Award, 'MOlie Blair'; France McMahon
Award, 'Nymph Hy'; Mrs. Teresa Roth Award, 'Little
Jim'; and the New York State AVS Award, 'Little Jim';
Muriel Warwick of Foster City, CA, AVS of
Philadelphia Award for "Lombard Street'; Mrs. J. A.
W. Richardson Award, "Twin Peaks"; Amethyst AVC
Award, "Trans America Building"; Mr. and Mrs.
Stephen Kurilo Award, "Seven HOls"; Pinole AVS
Award, "Lombard Street"; and Orange Co. AVS
Award, "Lombard Street"; Mary A. Goode of San
Francisco, CA won Indianapolis AVC Award,
"Chinatown"; OakvOle AVS Award, "Japanese Tea
Garden"; First AVS of Dallas Award, "I Left My Heart
in San Francisco"; Adelaide Kory Award, "The Fish-
o-rama"; Metropolitan St. Louis AVS Award and the
Mrs. L. F. Lidiak Award Rosette Sweepstakes in
design division.

Other winners of four awards were: Doris Cormier
of Redwood City, CA, Ted Khoe Award, 'Sunset
TraO'; Joan Van Zele Award, 'S. Hot Pants'; AVS of
Greater NY Award, "TransAmerica Building"; and the
Mary Boland Award, "Fish-o-rama"; Linda Ray of
College Station, TX with Second best collection
(purple rosette), 'Little Jim', 'Irish Angel', 'Green
Blush'; Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hertel Award, 'Junie Moon';
"Win Albright Memorial Award"; Mrs. Marion E.
Albright, (purple rosette), 'Little Jim', 'Irish Angel',
'Green Blush'; and Mrs. L. F. Lidiak Award; rosette
Sweepstakes 7 blues: Elizabeth Reece of San Francisco,
CA the Granada Flills AVS Award, 'Amazing Grace';
Mrs, Frank Reece Award, "Puerto Vallarta"; Stim-u-

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30

Plant, Inc. Award, 'Orion'; and the Delia's Originals
Award, 'San Gregorio'.

Those awarded three awards were: Mrs. W. F.
Tobin of St. Paul, MN, Santa Monica Bay Chapter
AVS Award, "Ghirardelli Square"; Adelaide Kory
Award, "Fisherman's Wharf"; and Michigan State
AVS Award, "Victorian Homes"; Ted Rhoe of San
Francisco, CA, Santa Monica Bay Chapter AVS
Award, "Ghirardelli Square"; Indianapolis AVC
Award, "Memories of San Francisco"; and Mrs. J. A.
W. Richardson Award, "Twin Peaks"; Celine Chase of
Redwood City, CA, AVS of San Francisco Award,
'Pink Minx'; Schultz Company Award, 'Celine'; and
Northern CA Council Award, 'Celine'; Ruby Roloff of
Sacramento, CA, Swift "Moist-Rite Planter" Award,
Granger's 'Charmaine'; Michigan State AVS Award,
'Conjure'; and AVS of Minnesota Award, 'Icicle
Trinket'; Mrs. Thomas Schmierer of Albuquerque,
NM, Mrs. Wendell Bruce Award, "Earthquake —
1906"; AV Study Club of Houston Award, "Seven
Hills'; and Muriel Warwick Award, "Fisherman's
Wharf"; Ruth Longmire of Albuquerque, NM, Mrs.
W. F. Anderson Award, "Muir Woods"; AVS of the
East Bay, Inc. Award, "San Francisco Bay"; and
Capital City AVS Award, "San Francisco Bay".

Eight growers were presented two awards as
follows: Mariam Magee of Kanner, LA, Stim-u-Plant
Inc. Award, 'Something Special'; and Ronn Nadeau
Award, 'Something Special'; Jessie Crisafulli of
Belchertown, MA, Mabel and Glenn Hudson Memo¬
rial Award, 'S. Goetzeana'; and Ruth Jo McCoy and
BJO Trimble Award, "Victorian Homes"; Mrs. R. E.
Hertel of Elk Grove, CA, Schultz Company Award,
'Ms. Pretty Pink'; and Mr, and Mrs. Ray Hertel
Award, Fredette's 'Sugar Blues'; David Masterson San
Francisco, CA, Estelle Crane Award, 'Sormienta
Repons'; and American Gloxinia and Gesneriad
Society Award, 'Sermienta Repons'; Patt Harris of
Santa Clara, CA, American Gesneriad Society of San
Francisco Award, 'Episcia Karlyn'; and Indianapolia
AVC Award, 'Woodland Sprite'; Irene Fiedler of
Prescott, WI, Mrs. Sidney Bogin Award, 'Dear Ellie';
and Schultz Company Award, 'Dear Ellie'; Constance
Aldridge of San Francisco, CA, Florence Garrity
Award, "Japanese Tea Garden"; and Mrs. Jessie
Crisafulli Award, "Palace of Fine Arts".

Single wimiers were as follows: Anne Jantzen,
Mountain View, CA, Chris Leppard Award, 'Chris
Leppard'; Ozzie Weiss, New York, NY, Indianapolis
AVC Award, "I Left My Heart in San Francisco";
Doris Weaver, Stockton, CA, Merrie's (Merrie
Kraatz) Award, 'Margaret Rose'; Jean Seddon, Santa
Rosa, CA, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hertel Award, 'La
Ronde'; Emily Bonner, Seattle, WA, AVS of the
Monterey Peninsula Award, 'Pink Bud'; Lois KeUer,
San Leandro, CA, Judy Ann Downing Award,

'Firebird'; Helen Feidner, Menlo Park, CA, AVS of the
East Bay, Inc. Award, Granger's 'White Cockatoo';
Amy Lackner, Little Canada, MN, Northern CA
Judge's Council Award, 'Seedling B'; Jay Tallant,
Albuquerque, NM, Amy and Irene Award, "Earth¬
quake — 1906"; Marta Sonnenblock, Cuputino, CA,
Mrs. Minnie Fullerton Award, "Mission San
Francisco"; Louise Ambler, Orenda, CA, Columbus
AVS Award, "Mission San Francisco"; Georgine
Freisleiben, Belmont, CA, AVS of Philadelphia
Award, "Lombard Street"; Rose Hughes, Kansas City,
MO, Michigan State AVS Award, 'E. Cleopatra';
Retta Hamilton, Longmont, CO, Schultz Company
Award, 'Emma Lahr'.

Let George Do It!

Let George do it! That seemed to be the concensus
voiced at the Commercials Breakfast at the AVSA San
Francisco convention. George Hightower of Tulsa,
OK is the AVSA Sales and Exhibits Chairman and is
responsible for the commercial displays, the sales
room and whatever convention business the commer¬
cials are engaged in.

Whenever a problem arose — and there seemed to
be many — it was turned over to George to take it up
with the AVSA Board.

Albert Buell of Eastford, CT, commercial activities
chairman, presided at the breakfast and urged com¬
mercials from all over the country to enter displays or
to have sales tables at each convention. It's at AVSA
conventions that growers from every area of the
United States obtain the very newest plants even
maybe those they've been looking for for some time.

It was pointed out by Ruth Meek, Syracuse conven¬
tion chairman, that more recognition will be afforded
Commercials at the 1982 convention since a commer¬
cial court of honor will be set up in the commercial
display section to allow the public to see the new
introductions, specimen plants and other winners of
commercial awards.

It was pointed out that the small growers are able to
display their plants in the commercial section without
having to set up a display table and it was suggested
that more small growers avail themselves of this
opportunity of showing off one or two or more plants.

Mrs. Harold Rienhardt explained to the new com¬
mercials the method of judging the display tables by
the merit system and the point system and how the
rosette is awarded for horticultural perfection.

The question of why commercials enter shows as
amateurs was raised and the only conclusion was that
more amateur awards are offered than commercials
and it's human nature to want to take an award.

June Swift of Dallas was of the opinion that it
was well worth the effort to have a display table at
AVSA conventions.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

31

VALENCIA

AMIGO SPORT

Hybrids by

GRANGER GARDENS
present challenging
new opportunities

See Story on
page 33

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32

Flower Color Sports And Variations In
Saintpaulia Hybrids

Hugh Eyerdom
Granger Gardens
Medina, OH

This article is about experiments in breeding, and
the behavior of asexually propagated plants of some
of our most unstable Saintpaulia hybrids. We, at
Granger Gardens, have been carrying on a Saint¬
paulia breeding program for many years. When the
pedigrees of the crosses are accurately recorded, it
brings to light many interesting problems. Some
plants are unpredictable, and my experiences with
some particular types have created problems for
years. These plants could be, or may be, classed as
“Chimeras". After growing many hundreds of
thousands of plants, a few of these will eventually
mutate with a specific phenotypic pattern. We have
many Chimeras in species of other plants, and in the
genus Saintpaulia the hybrids which are extremely
heterozygous, many color types are being produced.

WHAT IS A CHIMERA?

The definition of a Chimera color plant is an indi¬
vidual or organ or part consisting of tissues of diverse
genetic constitutions and occuring especially in
plants and most frequently in graft unions.

In Saintpaulias, a Chimera is a plant that mor¬
phologically will vary from its homologous character
when vegetatively propagated. The phenotype will
show color variations in the flower and the foliage.
Some parts of the leaves and flowers may show part
one color, and part another, or lack of color pigmen¬
tation in both flowers and leaves. Variegated plants,
as we know them, have a partial or total lack of
chlorophyll in the leaves and are in no way similar to
this type of Chimera. I am speaking of the Antho-
cyanin color range in the flower and the foliage of
this Chimera.

The Anthocyanins control the scarlet, blue, and
red, and a composite mixture of all three and white.

“THE TRUE ANALYSIS OF A CHIMERA"

A Chimera is a mixture of tissues of genetically dif¬
ferent constitutions in the same part of an organism,
namely that of the Somatic cell. It may result from
mutation, irregular mitosis, somatic crossing over, or
produce the effect as in artificial grafting as is noted
in other types of plants.

Hugh Eyerdom with ‘Valencia’

"ARTIFICIAL GRAFTS"

In artificial grafts, there are three main types of cell
tissues, namely, (1) periclinal, with parallel layers,
(2) mericlinal, which is only partly periclinal and sec¬
toral. As in Saintpaulias, the behavior of this type
plant when crossed on other cultivars will also show
this trait in the first filial generation and successive
generations infrequently, and is definately carried in
the genes. This is similar to an ever sporting gene, but
this ever sporting is confined only to the flower as
shown in plate one. Very unstable color variation is

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33

Hugh Eyerdom with crown removed and ‘Valen¬
cia’ in bloom.

its greatest detriment and is the reason why several
vegatative generations must be grown from a new
sport for genotypic trueness to establish its right
to be called a true specific variety, the odds are
greatly against this. Some may mutate naturally,
either from propagated cuttings or by cross pollina¬
tion, or selfing.

"ANALYSIS OF A GRAFT CHIMERA AS
PRACTICED WITH OTHER PLANTS"

It has been well demonstrated that when stem
grafts are made, as with many other plants, and
when the grafts have united and the plants were cut
across the point of union, the callous tissue differen¬
tiated. The Periclinal layer, which has the skin of one
type, may be one or several cell layers thick, and will
completely cover the interior part which carries the
other cell type compliment. The Mericlinal type of
Chimera has only part of the complete layer and is
considered an incomplete Periclinal. These two fac¬
tors are what we are concerned with when Saint-
paulia leaf cuttings are being propagated.

"AUTOGENUS CHIMERAS"

Since we do not make bud and stem grafts, Saint-
paulia Chimeras originate autogenously in the
somatic cell as a result of some natural process by
which diverse cells arise and give rise in turn to
diverse tissues. This happens in the callous at the
base of the petiole as new plantlets originate, each
from an individual somatic cell, thus autogenus cell
tissue both exogenus and endogenus mix together
and give rise to variance in the flower color as well as
foliar structure. Naturally it is the color of the flower
that is most easily observed.

"GERM CELL ABERATION"

The reproductive germ cells of flowering plants are
generally formed from sub epidermal cells and conse¬
quently when periclinal plants are fertile, their pro¬
geny reproduce only the characters of the specie or
varieties of which the sub epidermal layer is com¬
posed. This flower designated as pink and white and
the symbol P and W will be used to identify the
flower color of this type as shown in plate number
one hereafter. This type of flower can have all the
shades of color as a background, with a five or six
point star super imposed on its face and being 100%
single. This plant itself may have several of this type
of flowers and any other colors of solid pigmentation
on the same plant at the same time. The point was to
get this type P and W to propagate true.

"PHENOTYPIC VARIATIONS OF P AND W
WHEN VEGETATIVELY PROPAGATED"

We shall see how color segregation of plants with
all P and W flowers takes place when leaf cuttings are
taken, and the specific ratio of flower color as shown
in figure number one in tables one to nine. Many leaf
cuttings were taken from all of these to get a better
average. Segregation has also proven to run in this
pattern after taking leaf cuttings of other color plants
of this type, P and W.

"SEXUALLY PRODUCED PLANTS,
CULTIVAR, VALENCIA"

Gene expression when sexually produced plants as
shown in Figure #1, tables one to nine which are all
Fi and Fj. Many have been carried to second, third,
and fourth filial generations. The experiments of
these crosses were started January 15th, 1958 and I
have discarded most, but kept some of the newer
mutations until 1972, when one very good selection of a
blue and white mutated, as shown in table one, number
eight. This I kept for several years for breeding because
of its dominant quality. This plant, simply designated as
0-5, and later 'Valencia', retained its good growing
potential, flowering in profusion, in blue and white
blooms for years.

"CULTIVAR DESERT DAWN"

In figure number one, cross number nine, another
plant is designated Q-20, which also retained its very
good phenotypic character, without color change,
named "Desert Dawn", with pink background
superimposed by a dark pink star. Since hybrids 0-5,
and Q-20, I have produced N-3, Q-29, Q-31, and
Q-85. These are all blue and white, B and W.

"BASIC THEORIES IN GENETIC PROGRESSION"

To illustrate, we at Granger Gardens also are com¬
mercial greenhouse tomato growers.

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34

The type we grow are resistant to Fusarium and
Vertidllium Wilt, also Tobacco Mosaic virus. Simply
named, Ohio WR-7 and Ohio MR-9 and MR-12. By
permission of Dr. L. J. Alexander, I was given the
right to show three pedigrees of his work showing
how he has incorporated the genes into the plants we
grow. Dr. Alexander is Plant Pathologist and tomato
plant breeder at Ohio Agriculture Experiment Sta¬
tion. Without the help of this research center, our
tomato industry could not exist. Many new problems
originate each year. Study these three pedigrees of
his work. Each has twenty four years or more spent
on them, see figures two, three and four. I am show¬
ing his pedigrees to impress and show some of our
violet hybridizers what must be done to produce new
improvements in the Saintpaulia if our problems are
to be solved. Dr. Alexander's back cross method
shows the degree to which the old genes are retained,
and the new incorporated. I have found that by
backcrossing a violet plant too often, I brought on
regression and miserableness. Here we have
"GALTON'S LAW OF REGRESSION", at work.
Periodically, a dominant one must be incorporated.
Cultivar Q-29, and Q-31, were tissue cultured by one
of the largest plant breeders in the world, using
meristem tissue. After two years the project was
abandoned. Tissue culture is rapid multiplication of
the Somatic cell and does not change the genetic
makeup of the cell itself.

Each year, many crosses are made, some to try and
prove a point, and others to stabilize good growing
performance and elimination of those that show signs
of undesirable growth habits. There is a great dif¬
ference between working with hybrids when the
main goal is to propagate them assexually, that is
from cloning, as compared to the work done on
tomatoes by Dr. Alexander, when trueness must be
initiated by sexually produced plants from seed.

Now, going back to the subject of how to get this
plant, P and W to reproduce with the highest degree
of trueness and to increase plant production.

* Note to the reader, go back and read "Artificial
Grafts", "Analysis of a Graft Chimera", and "Germ
Cell Aberation".

Here we have a mass of plant tissue composed of
somatic cells controlling the general phenotype of
plants, and the germ cells, controlling the reproduc¬
tive cells, which in turn control the pollen and
overies, each having one half the chromosomes. All
these cells originate at the base or trunk of the plant.
At a fairly high temperature, 75 to 80 degrees F, I
grew these plants to a very large size, about 12 inches
in diameter, retaining all the outer leaves in good
health, then carefully cutting the crown out, having

about four leaves or more retained in the heart. The
crown is easily rerooted in vermiculite, the plant will
not be lost. Take good care of the crownless plant, as
this has all of the cells exposed and as each new plant
arises from individual cells most of the plantlets will
be the exact phenotype of the crown which was
removed. Some have produced as many as twenty
plantlets, others, only ten or more. If the uncrowned
plant has suckers, they will also produce a fair
number of plants that will be true. Since the sub-
epidermal cells have been exposed, which are the
germ cells in "GERM CELL ABERATION" as pre¬
viously stated, and are the reproductive cells, they
may be dominant over the rest in a fair ratio. A well
grown plant grown in a five inch pot, with a twelve
inch spread or more will have approximately 15 large
leaves. This crownless plant will produce a very large
amount of carbohydrates through the process of
photosynthesis with no other place to put this energy
but to the place where the crown was removed, at
this point a plantlet group will be formed. This was
the "Carbohydrate buildup principle" we use in the
greenhouse tomato growing industry.

For example, the tomato plants are grown, starting
in November, thru December and February when
light intensity is at its lowest. Without carbohydrate
buildup, the first, second and third blossom dusters
would fail. That is when we use the most energy for
heating. This would be disastrous, financially.
Violets also need good light at this time.

I have also produced a complete plant that came
true from a flower stalk, which proves that the
flower stalk itself carries the full complement of 30
Chromosomes up to the flower and as usual, the
flower is where MEIOSIS and NUCLEAR REDUC¬
TION cell division takes place, in the flower giving
fifteen chromosomes in the pollen and ovary indi¬
vidually. This plant has true flowers, but, as usual,
leaf cuttings of this plant DID NOT produce flowers
like the parent. Removal of the crown to induce
suckering or by utilization of spontaneous suckering
is the only way the plant can be perpetuated.

'TN CONCLUSION"'

We do not patent any of our plants, as you can see
by the information given in this article, we are will¬
ing to share the results of our experiments to promote
the betterment of the Saintpaulia for all concerned
with a resulting product to be enjoyed by many, pro¬
pagation rights have always been given freely since
1945 when we first began our hybridizing program at
Granger. Our National and State Violet Society
Magazines have published countless constructive
propagation articles, mostly contributed by the
members for the pleasure of all interested. This
alone, is what has contributed immensely to the

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

35

popularity of the plant called the African violet. customers from doing the same. I need not remind
Also, we do not restrict any of our commercial you that patented plants do not give you these rights.

FIGURE #1

Table #1

15 January 1958 Cross #10 X

Pink & White sport of X-25 selfed
Segregated in F, 80% Pink
20% White
0% P&W

Total plants 90

Table #2

15 January 1958 Cross #12-1

This carried multiple gene factors, 150 plants
grown.

P&W of Cross #T Both new
P&W of Cross #G color mutants crossed
Segregated in Fi 75% White
25% Pink
0% P&W

Pink cuttings produced one mutant (P&W) #12-l
Table #3

5 October 1959 Cross #13-K

Multiple Gene Factor
120 plants grown.

(#8A-P&W crossed on #7T-P&W)

F, segregated Pink or White and some a poor
mixture of both. No P&W

Table #4

11 October 1962 Cross #18 N

This cross has the greatest number of P&W
gene factors.

66 plants grown. #12-1 was a mutation of the
following, #12-1 selfed P&W #7T crossed on
P&W #7G

Fi segregated nearly all pink or white except 4
plants.

The Phenotype of the four was like the parent,
the cuttings taken from one showed 1%
trueness, but even these were unstable from
second generation cuttings.

Table #5

18 May 1959 Cross #12-R

Single Gene Factor
New P&W #7T selfed
170 plants grown.

Fi segregated 85% White
15% Pink
0% P&W

Notice color contrast when 10 cuttings from
new P&W #7T produced 100% Pink, and no
P&W

Table #6

5 October 1959 Cross #13L

Now let’s see the variation when three colors
were involved.

(#8A Pink and White crossed on #10-R,
Lavender and White)

132 plants grown.

F, segregated solid colors Pink

White

Blue

Lavender

No P&W or L&W

The same parentage, reversed, showed similar
results.

Table #7

3 October 1961 Cross #10 Z

P&W sport of Pink Vixen crossed on #12-1 which
was the result of P&W #7T crossed on P&W #7-G
90 plants grown.

This is a multiple gene factor.

Fi segregated plain pink or white, and only two
plants were P&W, which were back crossed,
and selfed for several generations.

Table #8

22 October 1972 Cross #38 E

Single Gene Factor

Hybrid I-124-69-27Y, a blue and white sport
(P&W) type of cross #27Y, this hybrid (1-124)
SELFED 90 plants grown.

None like the parent. In F^ it segregated into all
types of blues. Cuttings from parent also not
true. THIS PLANT ITSELF, HOWEVER, DID
REMAIN TRUE FOR TEN YEARS. This was the
parent of ALL (B&W) CROWN REMOVAL
PERPETUATED ITS LONGEVITY.

Table #9

5 December 1976 Cross #36 D

Hybrid N-10-75, a single white star crossed on a
coral shaded plant. F^ seedlings produced were
225 in number, including whites, corals, and
pinks in various shades. All were discarded
except one, a P&W type. Cuttings of it were
solid pink, but parent remained true. CONCLU¬
SION it reproduced only by crown removal.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

36

FIGURE #2

FIGURE #4
TOMATO

By permission of Dr. L J. Alexander of the Ohio Agriculture
Research and Development Center of Wooster, Ohio

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(P.l. 128650-6Y-IV-1 -12-22)

Figure 2. Pedigret' of Ohio M-R 12. Note that a total of nine
backcrosses or outcrosses were made to good type.

Ohio W-R Globe

3 seifs

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Ohio W-R Jubilee

Ohio W-R 41 ^

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(P.l. 128650-6Y-IV-1 -12-22)

Figure 1. Pedigree of Ohio M-R 9. Note that a total of eight
backcrosses or outcrosses were made to good type.

ALL WINNERS — Pictured from left to right
are the winners of the Orange County of Califor¬
nia's show “Violets On Olympus”. Anna Hill,
with Best Gesneriad, ‘Velma’ also won Best in
Design; Mama Striepens (holding Pat Cohen’s
Best in California Origination Class) ‘Blue
Excitement’, won Best Miniature with ‘Cuddle
Up’ and Best Semiminiature ‘Trixie Doll’ and
Sweepstakes with most Blue ribbons; Dorothy
Kosowski, Best in Show ‘Ms Pretty Pink’ and
winner of most Best in Class Awards; Pat
Cohen with ‘Val’s Sweet Dream’.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

37

Commercial Section Judging

Mrs. Harold Rienhardt
4463 W Seneca
Syracuse, NY 13215

The Commercial horticulture section is divided into
two sections; the Display Tables and the Specimen
Plant divisions. The writeup on the Display Tables
was done by Emilie Savage, Chillicothe, OH, and the
Specimen Plant division by Cordelia Rienhardt,
Syracuse, NY. Any commercial member of AVSA
may enter either section free of charge and those, who
do not avail themselves of this opportunity, are really
missing one of the best ways of advertising. Last year
in New Orleans we had 13 display tables and this year
in San Francisco we only had three. This is disappoint¬
ing to everyone, because the first place the crowds
flock to on opening the doors is to see what the com¬
mercials are showing that's new, different and hope¬
fully available. I am sure the reason was the
geographical location. So many flew and said they
couldn't get their plants there. But some managed —
no one had much farther to go than Lyon did. So, let's
have a big display section next year in Syracuse.

Display Tables

"Memories of San Francisco" was the theme of the
AVSA Convention /Show this year and those who

attended came home with happy memories of
beautiful violets and warm friendships made. As
always, the Commercial displays generate a lot of
excitement and interest. Every one wants to see the
new violets that will be available and make out a
"wish list". There were fewer displays this year,
possibly because of the distance involved. We hope
those familiar names will be back next year, and in¬
crease the number from three to much more. Descrip¬
tions of displays will follow in alphabetical order.

Lyndon Lyon Greenhouses, Inc.

Dolgeville, NY

Lyndon Lyon Greenhouses, Inc. is one of the
growers who always participates in the AVSA Con¬
vention/Shows and never fails to have some lovely
plants to dream about. The display received the AVSA
silver bowl for best Commercial Display Table and the
NY State Award for Best Horticultural Perfection
Display Table with 23 blue ribbons and 2 red ribbons
on 25 plants.

The pink rosette for best blue ribbon plant was
'Love Token', which had crinkly purplish blue edges
on double white flowers. A plant that immediately
caught your eye was 'Hot Touch', a lovely semidouble

Lyndon Lyon Greenhouses, Inc., Dolgeville, NY —

1st Place

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38

violets c/o Cookie, Gretna, LA — 2ncl Place

white with wide red band, reminiscent of 'Star Wars'.
Apparently, it caught the judges' attention, also, as it
was selected as the Best New Introduction of 1981.
'Scribbles', a large fuchsia semidouble with purple fan¬
tasy streaks and markings was designated 2nd Best
Introduction. The 3rd Best Introduction was
'Ravishing Ruffles', a heavily ruffled dark red double.

Two other plants on the display table, which were
attention-getting, were 'Provocative', a semidouble
white with dark Tommie Lou foliage and another
Tommie Lou type, 'Firespray' with lovely blossoms of
semidouble white, with fuchsia edges.

The "I Love NY" buttons which every one was
wearing to designate next year's convention at
Syracuse, certainly expressed every one's reaction to

this display,

Violets c/o Cookie
Gretna, LA

"Lookee, lookee, lookee, here comes Cookie" is the
name of one of those old-time songs with an upbeat
rhythm. Well, here comes Cookie again for her second
AVSA convention with another beautiful display
table. This display had 16 plants with 11 blue ribbons
and received the AVSA silver tray for 2nd Best Com-

Violet Gardens, San Jose, CA — 3rd Place

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

39

mercial Display table. The pink rosette for best blue
ribbon plant was given to 'Lucky Duck', a blue and
white single with faint green edge and lovely green and
white Tommie Lou foliage. What a nice job this young
hybridizer is doing with Tommie Lou foliage!

One of the eye-catchers in this display was
'Southern Belle', a large glowing red single star on
beautiful Tommie Lou foliage with creamy center.
'Bobee Young' is a large semidouble lavender with
darker tips on dark ruffled Tommie Lou foliage with
lots of pink in center. Another interesting combination
was 'Marie Knoblock' with dark red two -tone double
blooms over wavy cream and green Tommie Lou
foliage. 'Morning Call' with a bouquet of lavender
blooms over dark Tommie Lou foliage would be
another item for a collection.

Keep coming. Cookie!

Violet Gardens
San Francisco, CA

This display table was a first for this grower and
received the AVSA Revere bowl for 3rd Best Display
Table with 12 blue ribbons out of 16 plants displayed.
Some of the plants were hybridized by other growers.
However, there were some plants designated as seed¬
lings. One of these. Seedling VG-114, 'Pink Delight',
received the pink rosette for the highest blue ribbon
plant and it was a lovely plant with prolific single pink
blossoms with deep pink eye. Another seedling which
stood out for attention was 'Pink AH', a beautiful pink
with lovely Tommie Lou foliage, that was marked in
an attractive pattern. If blue is your favorite, then
'Night Life', a single blue bloom with pink, slightly
spooned foliage could have a place on your shelf.

Would like to see some more from this
new hybridizer.

Specimen Plants

Mary Boose who brought her plants all the way
from Trumbull, CT was the big winner. She was
awarded the Commercial Silver Cup for the Best
Registered Variety with 'Little Jim'. The same plant
also earned the New York City AVS award of $10 in
memory of Jimmy Watson. She won the Gold Rosette
for the best collection of three with 'Joyful', 'Little
Jim' and 'Icicle Trinket' and the Win Albright
Memorial Award of $15 for the best Collection of
three. 'Little Jim' also won the Milwaukee AVS Award
for best semiminiature.

Next big winner was Linda Ray of College Station,
TX. She won the Purple Rosette for the second best
collection of 3 with 'Little Jim', 'Irish Angel' and 'Green
Blush', which also gave her the Win Albright
Memorial Award of $10. Linda also won the M/M
Ray Hertel Award for best semiminiature. She

received the sweepstakes award with 7 blue ribbons
given in memory of Mrs. L. F. Lidiak.

The Milwaukee AVS Award of $10 for the best
specimen plant, variegated foliage went to Kent's
Flowers of Arlington, NE with a plant named 'Vigor
Lou', a large semidouble pink and white fluffy bloom
on Tommie Lou foliage.

The balance of the awards in this section went to
Tinari Greenhouses, Huntingdon Valley, PA. They
couldn't get 25 plants out there for a display, but did
help out in the specimen plant classes. They won the
Joan Van Zele Award of $10 for best seedling with
Seedling no. 82-9, named 'Luv New York', the
Evening Violet Club Award of $10 for best specimen
red with 'Lookin' Good', a pretty Geneva red.

There were several other interesting entries.
Granger Gardens' plants of 'Valencia', a beautiful
white star with definite blue edging and 'Desert
Dawn', a single pink and white, gorgeously rayed out
with darker pink in between the light pink. These were
interesting to see and everyone knew from the adver¬
tising that these do not come true from leaves, but
must be grown from suckers. Needless to say,
everyone wanted one.

Sandy Weynand Gesneria Greenhouses showed
some interesting trailers, one called 'Love Me Trail', a
pink and lighter pink rayed bloom was a favorite.

Thanks to all of the exhibitors for a fine show.

Many awards were not given because no one had
entered for them. Let's win them all next year. Are you
a commercial? Then let's hear from you in Syracuse.

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CONVENTION DATES

Year

Dates

City & State

Hotel

1982

April 19-24

Syracuse, NY

Hotel Syracuse

1983

May 15-21

Milwaukee, WI

Red Carpet Inn

1984

1985

April 8-15

PhUadelphia, PA

Los Angeles, CA

Marriott Hotel

♦

We're Sorry!

We're sorry we tagged the African violet on page 69
in the June issue as 'Barbara Sisk'. The violet pictured
is 'Southern Hospitality', a sport of 'Barbara Sisk'. Jim
Sisk was the hybridizer.

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GROOM YOUR PLANTS
Each leaf you leave on takes strength away from the
main plant so take off those baby and unnecessary
secondary leaves.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

40

Remember When Cautioned:
"Don't Let The Door Slam!"

Virginia Gasper

, . , 646 Evangeline Dr.

^ Cincinnati, OH 45240

This is my favorite place — this cramped, cluttered
room seldom entered by anyone but me. Serene white
light streams through the rickety screen door which
separates the room from the rest of the dark, damp
basement. The grimy gray doorframe clutches
desperately at the tom flopping screen which had
withstood years of rigorous use before it found its way
to my basement. It does not fit the opening into the
room; it hangs slightly crooked with extra inches here
and there. But it serves its purpose, which is to keep
Fatcat out of the room. Even its blunt "slam", and the
dull rattle of the useless hook serve to discourage him.
I love that slam! Partly because it reminds me of my
childhood, when all screen doors slammed, and all
adults chomsed in automatic unison, "Don't let the
door slam ..." But the real reason my heart beats
faster at that quick, dull slam is because it takes me
into the room.

It is a room of startling brightness. The huge fluores¬
cent fixtures pour exactly 14 hours of precious, life-
giving rays into the room, where the stark white walls,
ceiling, and floor reflect the effect. The lights generate
their own slight heat, so that the damp atmosphere in
the room envelops my skin like the warm arms of a
loving child — moist, gently clinging, fragrant.

The smell is of rich, fertile soil. It is the same
primeval odor that hangs over swamps and lush
woodlands where growth is insistent and pulsing. The
soothing air of a ceiling ventilating fan keeps the moist
air stirring just enough to add movement and life to
the heavy vapors.

But light, warmth, movement are not noticed after
the initial step past the slamming gray door. It is the
African violets which command and deserve full
attention! This is their stage. They are the actors and
everything else is simply backdrop and stage props.
Here are masses and myriads of violets — - their thick,
hair-covered leaves lifted to the light as if praising
God. Their blossoms are breathtaking — a rainbow
hue of colors floating amidst the dark green sea of
leaves. Violet, purple, pink, cerise, white, variegated!
Ruffled, tinted, edged, double, star-shape, clustered
blooms of every shape and hue. These are my friends,
my companions, my prayer partners. Here I lift my
pleas to their Maker, and we both know we are heard.

I slip into the room just for a quick breath to renew
my drooping energies. I plan to stay a moment and

stay an hour. What I see I have to fondle, just as to see
my grandson is to have to hold and caress him. I touch
each one — picking off a faded blossom from 'Erica', a
yellowing leaf on 'Marta', a sucker developing deep on
the stem of lively, lovely 'Jingle Bells'. Each plant is
crisp, vibrant, shining with health, and stretching to
grow perfectly symmetrical and bloom-laden.

As my fingers stroke, I feel a softly listless 'Cameo
Lace', hidden in the back. Heavy with the delicate
pink blossoms, she is drooping with thirst. She will
revive quickly after watering. But here, on the lower
shelf, my fingers find several plants whose leaves feel
mushy and hopelessly ill. Even the new, fresh leaves in
the rosette center are lifeless. My fingers search into
the tray and find an inch of slimy, unwanted water.
They are drowning.

Quickly I set them on the work shelf to dry and
recuperate if possible. They will require loving care in
big doses. 1 wish I could coldly pitch them into the gar¬
bage can as I do spent leaves and faded blossoms, but I
know my weakness. With 500 healthy plants, all
tenderly nourished along from parent leaves, I still am
compelled to treat each one as our Good Shepherd
treats me — each is worth leaving the others to seek
and save. Indeed, the challenge and never-ending
fascination of the room lies with the sick ones, the tiny
new plantlets, and the needy. My fingers stray over to
the infirmary and touch the brittle, warped gray
centers of my own personal "cancer" victims.
Cyclamen Mites! I grasp the Kelthane bottle and spray
angrily, wrinkling my nose at the acrid fumes which
jar the perfect harmony of the room. Mites have been
the "invading enemy" of this room for several months.
We are united in our fight — these violets and I.

The lights on the first timer snap off suddenly, the
whirring fans slowly rustling to silence. I must go
before I am plunged into windowless darkness when
the second timer switches its lights off. "Thank you.
Father," I whisper. I don't talk to 'Marta' or 'Erica' or
'Cameo Queen'. Only to their Maker. And my heart
sings as I let the door slam behind me.

"And He walks with me, and He talks with me.

And He tells me I am His own.

And the joy we share as we tarry there.

None other has ever known."

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

41

Behind The Scenes
With A Commercial Dealer

Retta Hamilton
1118 Merriman Place
Longmont, CO 80501

For those of you who might have the desire to order
from a commercial African violet dealer but are a little
apprehensive. I'd like to share a little "Behind the
Scenes" information about one of the many excellent
commercial dealers we have available to us.

"Jeanne Bohn's AV Leaves", Hygiene, CO is one of
the ever growing number of commercial dealers
available to all of us 'Hopeless Violet Fanatics' who
wait each year with bated breath for the new spring
releases. Where would we be without these hard
working commercial dealers? Digging through the
bedraggled vegetation at the local supermarket,
most likely.

Jeanne Bohn packing Allegro conditioned
leaves for shipment to customer.

Jeanne is just one of the many commercial dealers
who takes special care in filling every order. All leaves
are fresh-cut from plants that have bloomed true to
variety and have proven to Jeanne to be varieties
worth propagating and promoting. She conditions all
leaves in Allegro 24 hours before packing to assure
healthy leaves on arrival to the customer. The stems
are individually wrapped in Allegro -soaked paper
towel strips and secured with a foil wrapper. Indi¬
vidual leaves are placed in labelled plastic bags,
carefully packed in insulated boxes and mailed to the
customer from Hygiene, CO on a Monday, Tuesday
or Wednesday — to assure that orders will arrive at

their destination by Saturday and avoid sitting in a
post office over the weekend.

I sincerely hope you give our many commercial
dealers your support by placing orders with them.
They work many hard hours to provide a wonderful
service to all of us — the availability of thousands of
violet varieties regardless of where we might live.

Jeanne Bohn checking progress of one of her
many stock plants.

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MRS. AMY LACKNER
RECEIVES AWARD

Mrs. John (Amy) Lackner, Little Canada, MN,
received the Continuing Service Award at the San
Francisco Convention.

Amy has been an active member of AVSA for many
years and attends conventions regularly. She has
served as Director, Chairman of Membership &
Promotion, Convention Chairman, MN 1973 and cur¬
rently Vice-Chairman of Awards Committee. She
received the Honorary One Year Membership, 1974
and is a Life Member of AVSA.

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See inside front cover to find our how AVSA

carries on its business.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

42

AVSA JUDGES, ‘LIFETIME JUDGES
and t TEACHERS June 1, 1981

(These names have been carefully checked with the Knoxville office and Mrs. Ruth Carey, retiring chairman of
Shows and Judges. If your name is missing we are sincerely sorry. Please let us know. )

CANADA

Mrs. Jacqueline Agnew, 8 Smith St., Moncton, N.B., E1C-8G2
Mrs. William E. Ball, 54 Hope St., S. Port Hope, Ont., L1A-2M8
Shirley A. Barber, 58 Ball St., Paris, Ont.,

H. May Bartlett, 225 Massey St., Iredericton, N.B., E3B-2Z5
t* Mrs. C. W. Beattie, 283 Churchill Dr., Winnipeg, Man., R3L-1V7
Mrs. Jean Bell, Codys, RR 4, Queens County, N.B., EOE-lEO
Mrs. J. A. Britten, 6314 Chebucto Rd., Halifax, N.S., B3L-1K8
Doris M. Brownlie, 600 Silvercreek Blvd. #80, Mississauga, Ont.,
L5A=2B4

John T. Brownlie, 600 SUvercreek Blvd. #80, Mississauga, Ont.,
L5A-2B4

James Burton, 79 Marilake Dr., Agincourt, Ont., M1S-1V8

Mrs. Donna Qarke, 8951 Baylor Cres., SW, Calgary, Alta.,

T2V-3N5

Eleanor Elston, 67 Woodside Ave., Toronto, Ont., M6P-1L9
Mrs. Joan Estima, 830 Rue Bernard, Trois Rivieres, Ouest, Que.,
G9A-5S1

Mrs. Joan Farraway, B-112 Sarcee Meadows, 4020 37th St., SW,
Calgary, Alba., T3E-3C4

Mrs. Mary S. Goulding, 10% Ridgewood Dr., Halifax, N.S.,
B3H-3Y4

Mrs. Phyllis Hall, Rt. 1, Penobsquis, N.B., EOE-lLO

Mrs. Muma A. Kosowan, 57 Davidson St., Barrie, Ont., L4M-3S1

Sterling R. Levy, Box 70, Site 14, RR 2, Windsor Junction, N.S.,

B0N-2V0

Mrs. George Lewis, 202 Spring Park Rd., Charlottetown, P.E.L,
C1A-3Y9

t* Miss Sandra Lex, 70 Enfield Ave., Toronto, Ont., M8W-1T9
Shirley McGovern, 26 Maplegrove Ave., Sackville, N.S., B4C-2G9
Mrs. W. Neate, 981 Indian Rd., Mississauga, Ont., L5H-1R6
Lynda K. Parker, Box 30, Site 6, RR 3, Armdale, N.S., B3L-4J3
Carol A. Ramsay, 6016 Lewis Dr., SW, Calgary, Alb., T3E-5Z3
Mrs. Sylvia Richardson, 2907 Lakeshore Blvd. W #2, Toronto,
Ont., M8V-1J3

Elizabeth A. Tapping, No. 1503-511 The West Mall, Etobicoke,
Ont., M9C-1G5

Mrs. Carolyn Tindale, Box 153, Pinkham St., Drumbo, Ont.,
NOJ-IGO

Mrs. Helen Towler, 619 36th St., SW, Calgary, Alb., T3C-1R1
Mrs. Beverley Williams, 3052 Grenville Dr., Mississauga, Ont.,
L5A-2P7

Lois Wiseman, 45 Shea St., Sackville, N.S., B4C-2B2

Mrs. G. Wormitt, 39 Langevin Cres., West-Hill, Ont., M1C-2B8

UNITED STATES
ALABAMA

Miss S. E. Adams, Rt. 1, Box 348, Enterprise 36330

Mrs. Walter Anderson, 3168 Star Lake Dr., Birmingham 35226

Mrs. Ray Attlebeiger, Rt. 1, Box 29, Waverly 36879

* Mrs. J. D. Austin, 1221 41st St., W, Birmingham 35208
Mrs. Richard K. Bamman, 100 Rosemont Cir., Dothan 36303
Donna J. Barnes, Rt. 1, Box 31, Waverly 36879

* Mrs. Palmer H. Bell, 473 Shades Crest Rd., Birmingham 35226
Mrs. B. G. Bennett, 1614 Pratt Ave., NE, Huntsville 35801
Myra Benton, Rt. 6, Andalusia 36420

* Mrs. Qarence F. Boggan, 4421 Qairmont Ave., Birmingham 35222
Virginia H. Brand, 114 Ann, Enterprise 36330

t* Mrs. J. M. Breckenridge, 1042 19th Ave., S, Birmingham 35205
Mrs. Agnes W. Brock, 110 Vaughan Ave., Opelika 36801
Mrs. H. E. Buchanan, 4 Byrd Cir., Ozark 36360
Mrs. Barbara W. Buckner, 3412 Ridge Dale Dr., Birmingham 35243

* Mrs. T. H. Collins, 1901 Southwood Rd., Birmingham 35216
Mrs. J. L. Crane, 2008 Bullard St., Montgomery 36106
Mrs. Z. W. Crumpler, 405 Airport Rd., Enterprise 36330
Mrs. Virgil Culver, 1128 Druid Hills Dr., Montgomery 36111
Adelaide E. Dairiels, 413 Forrest Pk. Ct., NW, Huntsville 35806

* Mrs. Ed R. Davis, Box 16, Montevallo 35115

Patricia DeYoung, c/o Fantastic Hora, Rt. 2, Box 350, Seale 36875

* Mrs. Charles J. Donald, Jr., 3308 E. Briercliff Rd., Birmingham 35223
Ms. Ann Durham, 2041 Commodore Circle, Montgomery 36106

t* Ruby T. Eichelberger, 1409 S 10th St., Birmingham 35205
Mrs. Lester M. Fanning, 216 Nale Dr., Rt. 4, Madison 35758
Donna Ferguson, 5831 Oakwild Dr., Montgomery 36117
Mrs. Lewis W. Flowers, 105 Dogwood Cir., Ozark 36360

* Mrs. W. L. Frank, 1110 Sims Ave., Birmingham 35213
t* Elizabeth Fuller, 3412 S Perry St., Montgomery 36105

Mrs. Wm. H. Greenhalgh, 654 Haggerty Rd., Wetumpka 36092
Sharon M. Griffin, 10107 Bluff Dr., SE, Huntsville 35803
Mrs. Clyde E. Hall, Rt. 5, Box 90, Dothan 36301
Mrs. Coyle L. Hall, 1406 Briarcliff, Northport 35476
Laurie J. Hand, 2165 Bailey Brook Dr., Birmingham 35244
Mrs. L. T. Hatcher, 1051 Shades Crescent Rd., Birmingham 35226
Mrs. Dorma Herda, 9910 Willow Cove Rd., Huntsville 35802
Barbara Hodge, 102 Country Qub Dr., Prattville 36067

* Mrs. E. M. Irwin, 353 Dorma Dr., Gardendale 35071
Mrs. J. O. Jones, Rt. 4, Box 760, Alabaster 35007

Mrs. Lady Bonds Jones, 2821 Vesta via Forest Dr., Birmingham 35216
Julia H. Johnson, P.O. Box 495, Enterprise 36330
Mrs. Kay Johnson, 2559 Churchill, Montgomery 36111
Helen Kelley, P.O. Box 174, Ft. Rucker 36362
Edward F. Keniston, 615 Holmes Ave., NE, Huntsville 35801
Patcha Kilmer, 6309 Sheri Dr., NW, Huntsville 35806
Mrs. Mary R. Leuenberger, 305 Navaho Dr., Enterprise 36330
Mrs. Elbert M. Lewis, 3400 Venona, Apt. B-11, Huntsville 35810
Irene Lineberg, 3459 East St., Birmingham 35243
t* Mrs. Roy Lockhart, P.O. Box 20051, Birmingham 35216
Mrs. Jack H. Lucas, 1412 E. Olive Dr., SE, Huntsville 35801
Mrs. G. E. Lumpkin, Rt. 2, Box 245, Pinson 35126
Thomas J. Massey, P.O. Box 218, Bessemer 35020
Carolyim Mohney, 4920 Stone Mill Rd., Birmingham 35223
Mary Montalbano, 5331 Caldwell Mill Rd., Birmingham 35243
Mrs. Vera McDonald, 3101 McDow Ave., NW, Huntsville 35805
Mrs. Melissa W. McLemore, 322 Bedford Ave., Birmingham 35226
Mrs. R. E. McNabb, 2060 Dug Hill Rd., Brownsboro 35741
John McTyeire, 2501 Laredo Cir., Birmingham 35226
Mrs. John McTyeire, 2501 Laredo Qr., Birmingham 35226
Dr. Horace Nelson, 106 Glenwood Ave., Troy 36081
Rita Nevels, 1804 10th Ct., Pher\ix City 36867
Mrs. Dennis Peacock, 3941 Rose Hill Ct., MUlbrook 36054
Mrs. J. H. Peacock, 1709 Sun Valley Rd., Huntsville 35801
R. M. Pfannstiel, 509 Shady Grove, Montgomery 36109
Mrs. B. C. Phythyon, 660 Haggerty Rd., Wetumpka 36092
Gloria Powell, Rt. 1, Box 31, New Brockton 36351

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Diane H. Sampson, 609 Holmes Ave., NE, Huntsville 35801

Betty Lou Schwerin, 6108 Timberly Rd., S, Mobile 36609

Mrs. Orland O. Sisler, 2833 Ashley Ave., Montgomery 36109

Cleo H. Speights, Rt. 1, 303 N. Hillcrest Blvd., Troy 36081

Grace L. Speights, Rt. 1, 303 N. Hillcrest Blvd., Troy 36081

Mrs. G. E. Stephens, 3152 Woodhaven Dr., Birmingham 35243

Mrs. Miles E. Stephens, P.O. Box 893, Auburn 36830

Mrs. Bernice M. Stringer,. Rt. 1, Box 62-A, New Brockton 36351

Mrs. Barbara Strock, Rt. 1, Box 209, Elmore 36025

Nancy B. Therrell, 2023 Commodore Cir., Montgomery 36106

Keva M. Thompson, Rt. 2, Box 75, Lacey's Spring 35754

Mrs. Walter Thompson, 2907 Southwood Rd., Birmingham 35223

Joyce E. Tibbs, 4318 Shelby Ave., Huntsville 35801

Doris Till, 347 Ogden Rd., Montgomery 36105

M. R. Vincent, 212 Sylvan Dr., Enterprise 36330

Mrs. C. E Von Herrmann, Jr., 2612 Long Bow Dr., Birmingham

35214

Martha Wells, Rt. 3, Box 681, Lanett 36863
Thomas C. Wells, Rt. 3, Box 681, Lanett 36863
Nancy Wildzunas, 649 Williamson Rd., Montgomery 36109
Mrs. Frank W. Williams, Jr., P.O. Box 280, Phenix City 36867
Mrs. Dowdell E. Willis, 4005 Little Branch Rd., Birmingham 35243
* Mrs. Ted Wohlford, 2320 Farley Terr., Birmingham 35226
Mrs. Glenda Worley, 2403 Laveme Ave., Huntsville 35810
Mrs. Evis Wright, 3406-B Prim Iji., Birmingham 35216

ALASKA

Mrs. Donald W. Gibson, 8500 Rangeview Ave., Anchorage 99504
t Beverly Hendricks, 801 N. Braga w. Anchorage 99504

Mrs. Frederick W. Johns, 4760 Cordova, No. 1, Anchorage 99504
Frances Martindale, 1514 Atkinson Dr., Anchorage 99504
Mrs. Karen Melton, 411 Atlantis, Anchorage 99502
Mrs. Julius Rockwell, Jr., 2944 Emory St., Anchorage 99504
Mrs. Myrle Wollf, 1635 E. 26th Ave., Anchorage 99503

ARIZONA

Beverly H. Barr, 906 Summit Ave., Flagstaff 86001

Lesley Barr, 906 Summit Ave., Flagstaff 86001

Miss Jessie Bates, 351 E. Rudasill Rd., Tucson 85704

Mrs. Charles Dbcon, 2950 N. Camino Del Oeste, Tucson 85705

Nancy Dbcon, 2950 N. Camino Del Oeste, Tucson 85705

Alice K. Erjavec, 3401 N. Columbus Blvd., Apt. 31-C, Tucson 85712

James Erjavec, 3401 N. Columbus Blvd., Apt. 31-C, Tucson 85712

Mrs. John D. Fraser, Jr., 808 N. Sonoita St., Tucson 85711

Connie J. Lucas, 6927 E. Ludlow, Scottsdale 85254

Mrs. Frank B. Over, 4850 E. Cooper, Tucson 85711

Mrs. Beverly Reiter, 4834 E. Bellevue Ave., Tucson 85712

Steve Reiter, 4834 E. BeUevue Ave., Tucson 85712

CALIFORNIA

Louis B. Ambler, Jr., 220 El Toyonal, Orinda 94563

Doris Ashley, 662 McCord Ave., Oildale 93308

Mrs. E. T. Bartholomew, 60 W. Fiesta Green, Pt. Hueneme 93041

Gary R. Beck, 1155 Pine, No. 4, San Francisco 94109

Germaine D. Berling, 9719 Redfem Ave., Inglewood 90301

Avanelle J. Bollar, 17055 Community St., Northridge 9B24

A. Charles Bollar, 17055 Commuitity St., Northricige 9B24

Steven A. Bonadch, 1811 Peach PL Concord 94518

Ellen M. Bott, 2560 Olive St., Apt. B, Bakersfield 93301

Mrs. Karen Bowser, 6072 N. Dower St., Fresno 93711

Melissa Bowser, 6072 N. Dower St., Fresno 93711

Doris Boyles, 11244 Cecilia St., Norwalk 90650

Margaret Brantley, 2217 Oakwood Dr., Bakersfield 93304

Ralph E. Breden, 127 Via Los Altos, Redondo Beach 90277

Mrs. Wendell A. Bruce, 4030 Laguna Ave., Oakland 94602

Nona E. Buchanan, 442 Ray St., Bakersfield 93308

Sylvia Cake, 211 W. Vassar, Fresno 93705

Mrs. Denham L. Carr, 10220 Aquilla Dr., Lakeside 92040
Mrs. Celine K. Chase, 482 Rutherford Ave., Redwood City 94061
Mrs. Pat Cohen, 3741 Claremont, Irvine 92714
Carolyn Collman, 1501 Angelus Ave., Lemon Grove 92045
Mrs. Doris F. Cormier, 1859 Anamor, Redwood City 94061
George Crouchet, 1338 Engracia Ave., No. 4, Torrance 90501
Kemary Crowder, 8862 Shaula Way, San Diego 92126
Alyene Daggett, 21921 Hermosa Ave., Cupertino 95014
Helen J. DeLong, 7881-E Rancho Fanita Dr., Santee 92071
Arlene Dossey, 14703 Aranza Dr., La Mirada 90638
Mrs. Barbara Jane Elkin, 719 Pritchard Ct., Santa Clara 95051
Mary A. Goode, 646 Head St., San Francisco 94132

* Minnie Y. Hall, 390 N. Winchester, Apt. 16-A, Santa Clara 95050
Eugenia Hammond, 1341 Park Dr., Chula Vista 92011

Mrs. J. C. Henry, 217 Remington Loop, Danville 94526
t* Mis. R. E. Hertel, 9495 S. Wales Way, Elk Grove 95624
Arthur F. Hill, 1468 Ponderosa Ave., Fullerton 92635
Margo A. Homung, 618 Jerome St., Davis 95616
Mrs. Richard Hughes, 1586 W. Keats, Fresno 93711
Mrs. La Verne F. Hullett, 2441 Olive St., Apt. A, Bakersfield 93301
Mrs. Everdina Inpijin, 4800 Haskell Ave., Encino 91436
Hans Inpijin, 4800 Haskell Ave., Encino 91436
Mrs. J. K. Jantzen, 2725 Katrina Way, Mountain View 94040
Mrs. Marjorie M. Jenny, 553 Daroca, San Gabriel 91775
Mrs. J. L. Jones, 4069 Olive Hill Dr., Claremont 91711
Mrs. H. C. Kahrmann, Jr., 190 W. El Camimito, Campbell 95008
Mrs. Bruce Kelly, 9204 Olive, Temple City 91780
Bemiece H. Kennerson, 11818 Gateway Blvd., Apt. 3, Los Angeles
90064

t* Mrs. Frances C. King, 3327 28th St., San Diego 92104
Leonard C. King, 3327 28th St., San Diego 92104
Henry K. Knowles, 10312 Humbolt St., Los Alamitos 90720
Adelaide Kory, 8619 Darby Ave., NortJiridge 9B24
Merrie Kraatz, 1480 Sunrise Dr., Vista 92083
Mrs. Michael Landrum, 5073 Sultana, Temple City 91780
Peggy LaRoche, 4883 N. Effie, Fresno 93726

* Mrs. Paul Lazetera, 1651 Campbell Ave., San Jose 95125
Madge R. Lilliquist, 8515 Ranchito Ave., Panorama City 91402
Betty L. Logan, 9818 La Cresta Rd., Spring Valley 92077

Bob E. Long, 1400 5th St., Imperial Beach 92032
Mike Ludwig, 644 Torrance St., San Diego 92103
t* Mrs. Ruth McCoy, 713 Woodrow Ave., Bakersfield 93308
James H. McElroy, 1247 S. Fleetwell Ave., W. Covina 91790
Louise Millhone, 5100 Virginia Way, Sacramento 95822
Mrs. Judy E. Mitchell, 280 Loon Ct., Foster City 94404
Vivian T. Nagy, 3516 Woodcliff Rd., Sherman Oaks 91403

* Mrs. Evelyn Nienstadt, 761 11th Ave., San Francisco 94118
Lisetta A. Pittack, 5221 Sky Parkway, Sacramento 95823
Mrs. Francis Poss, 12 Kelton Ct., San Mateo 94403

Mrs. Frank Reece, 716 Maddux Dr., Daly City 94015
Sam Reece, 1843 E. Brown Ave., Fresno 93703
Virginia L. Reynen, 2120 Villa, No. 10, Clovis 93612
Mrs. Ruby Roloff, 5505 Valerie Way, Sacramento 95841
t* Mrs. Lawrence E. Rosenfeld, 2030 Junction Ave., El Cerrito 94530
James K. M. Saddler, 3680 N. Effie, Fresno 93726
Susan T. Saddler, 3680 N. Effie, Fresno 93726

* Mrs. Margaret Schantz, 1155 Lone Pine Lane, San Jose 95120
Helen Sepe, 7058 N. Fresno St., Fresno 93710

Lee Skidmore, 5087 N. Indianola, Clovis 93612
Mrs. Albert Smith, 2637 Granger Ave., National City 92050
Mrs. Clifford D. Smith, 918 Normandy Dr., Bakersfield 93306
Erica J. Specht, 3860 Hiawatha Way, San Diego 92117
Mrs. Addie Stephens, 1190 Alamo Pintado Rd., Solvang 93463
F. M. Stephens, 1190 Alamo Pintado Rd., Solvang 93463
Mama Striepens, 2225 Deepgrove Ave., Rowland Heights 91748
Mrs. Frances B. Swope, 440-115 Moffett Blvd., Mountain View
94043

Barbara Wallace, 1075 Hayes Ave., San Diego 92103
Mrs. Louella Walling, 6233 Tecate Dr., Riverside 92506

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Miss Lucille Warner, 209 S. Myrtle St., Bakerefield 93304
Nancy E. Waterhouse, 11455 Anticost Way, Cypress 90630
John E. Wilson, 702 Grissom St., San Diego 92154
Colleen R. Winchell, 2412 Momingside St., San Diego 92139
Mrs. Karen Witter, Box 687, Mi Wuk Village 95346
Matthew Wright, 1525 15th St., San Francisco 94103
Gorgie Zendner, 2216 N. Armstrong, Fresno 93727
Howard Zendner, 2216 N. Armstrong, Fresno 93727

COLORADO

Mrs. Wm. R. Agee, 3339 S. Dayton Ct., Denver 80231
Linda Boster, 6146 S. Everett St., Littleton 80123
Carol Butler, 2707 Carlisle Dr., Loveland 80537
Mrs. Herbert Franson, 6804 Dover, Arvada 80004
Dorene M. Fussell, 4172 S. Eliot, Englewood 80110
Mary Harte Graham, 220 Sherman St., Longmont 80501
Mrs. H. D. Hamilton, P.O. Box 1356, Longmont 80501
Mrs. Bonita Hutcheson, 4184 S. Decatur, Englewood 80110
Mrs. Alan Kahn, 1510 E. 10th Ave., Denver 80218
Mrs. W. L. Keehner, 929 Oak St., Lakewood 80215

* Mrs. Paul Wm. Kiesling, 475 Madison, Denver 80206
T* Mrs. Willie King, 1254 Bellaire St., Denver 80220

Katherine Komafel, 1258 S. Canosa Ct., Denver 80219
Susan Marie Kucharyson, 1416 S. Douty Ave., Loveland 80537
t* Mrs. Ross V. Lahr, 3559 E. Easter Ave., Littleton 80122
Dianne C. Luben, 16691 E. Gunnison PI. Aurora 80012
Loma M. Luben, 15835 E. Colorado Ave., Aurora 80012

* Isla Montgomery, 921 Garfield, Denver 80206
Norah E. Otto, Magnolia Star Rt., Nederland 80466
Mrs. James C. Ratte, Box 382, Black Hawk 80422

Mrs. Dorothy J. Roesch, 2575 S. Wadsworth Ct., Denver 80227

* Mrs. Margaret T. Schaetzel, 2425 S. Ixyden, Denver 80222
Cindy Schimpf, 3533 E. 117th PL, Denver 80233

Rick Schmaltz, 3130 Wright Ct., Lakewood 80215
Susan Shaw, 4367 Franklin Ave., Loveland 80537
Miss Nell Sue Tyson, 2030 E. Amherst Ave., Denver 80210
Susan Verspohl, 10473 Sperry, Northglenn 80234
Mrs. Isbel E. Wolf, 2575 S. Gilpin St., Denver 80210
Richard C. Zalesky, 750 Troy St., Aurora 80011

CONNECTICUT

* Mrs. Joseph F. Adams, Jr., 186 Waverly Rd., Shelton 06484
Mrs. James Beckwith, 33 Howard St., West Haven 06516
Mrs. Mary V. Boose, 9 Turney PI. Trumbull 06611

Ms. Ann W. Butler, 8 Buell St., Hamden 06518
Mrs. Ralph E. Caye, 70 Eastview !>., Windsor 06095
Ms. Gloria Culver, 72 Shirmacock Tr., Shelton 06484
Mrs. Julius Fargeot, 235 Alps Rd., Branford 06405
Miss Ruth 1. Hatch, P.O. Box 684, Killingworth 06417

* Nancy G. Hayes, 9 Cobblestone Rd., Bloomfield 06002
Mrs. Raymond Magaldi, 17 Browns Lane, Old Lyme 06371
Mrs. Newell H. Mallette, 171 Division Ave., Shelton 06484

Mrs. Lester S. Nettleton, 1988 Huntington Turnpike, Trumbull
06611

Jean Sorensen, 120 Central Ave., West Haven 06516

Mrs. Stardey J. Traskers, Saybrook Rd., Rte. 9A, Haddam 06438

DELAWARE

Mrs. D. G. Abramson, 4003 Greenmount Rd., Longwood, Wilm¬
ington 19810

Mrs. Wallace P. Behnke, 1735 Old Baltimore Pike, Newtirk 19702
Virginia A. Blackwell, 1101 Crestover Rd., Wilmington 19803
Mrs. S. G. Borleske, 3019 Ridgevale Rd., Wilmington 19808
Mrs. John J. Callaghan, 2806 Rickdale Rd., Wilmington 19810
Mrs. Carol Cattlett, 2642 Majestic Dr., Wilmington 19810
Mrs. Angeline Celano, 4927 Lancaster Pike, Sedgely Farms, Wilm¬
ington 19807

Theresa Celano, 1703 Bancroft Pkwy., Wilmington 19806

t* Mrs. Stanley Crewe, 409 Eastman Rd., Wilmington 19803
Mrs. Sandra Hill, 114 Pilgrim Rd., New Castle 19720
Mrs.Leland J. McMann, 2421 Lori Lane, S. Tarleton, Wilmington
19810

Mrs. Billy O. Moody, 2529 Eaton Rd., Wilmington 19810

A. Pirone, 10 Kenleigh Ct., WUmington 19808

Mrs. Robert E. Pyle, Jr., 2015 Foulk Rd., Wilmington 19810

Roger Waugh, 11 Tenby !>., Perth, WUmington 19803

Mrs. Roger O. Waugh, 11 Tenby Dr., Perth, WUmington 19803

Mrs. Paul A. Zitlau, 121 St. Regis !>., Chajsel HUl, Newark 19711

RORIDA

Mrs. Marjorie Abdoney, 4107 Corona St., Tampa 33609

Mrs. John W. Andrews, 765 Samuel Chase Ln., W. Melbourne

32901

Mrs. H. J. Bassing, 8425 SW. 43rd Ter., Miami 33155

Mrs. J. R. Beauchamp, 3428 SUver Palm Dr., Jacksonville Beach

32250

Mrs. Rosalind Beck, 2261 Howard !>., Orlando 32803

Mrs. James E. Bevis, 413 Oakland Ave., TaUahassee 32301

Mrs. Fred Boxberger, 512 West Stetson St., Orlando 32804

Mrs. Hazel W. Brooks, 616 Berkley L)r., Pensacola 32503

Mrs. Betty Cassell, 128 Merle Cir., Ft. Walton Beach 32548

Mrs. NeU G. Cherry, Jr., 219 Brookview Dr. N., Jacksonville 32211

Mrs. John D. Chesnut, Rt. 30, 19108 Coconut Rd., Ft. Myers 33908

Mrs. Lucille Chester, 3409 E. KnoUwood, Tampa 33610

Mrs. Ruby J. Clayton, 2438 Buttonwood Dr., Jacksonville 32216

Wayne Qifton, 507 Sabal Palm Cir., Altamonte Springs 32701

Susan B. CoUar, 1625 Park I3r., Leesburg 32748

Mrs. Jess O. Corey, 1100 Curlew Rd., Lot 141, Dunedin 33528

Mrs. Charles H. Craig, Sugar Creek, 110 QuaU HoUow, 567 Ulmer-

ton Rd., Largo 33541

* Mrs. Eleanor Cramond, 1600 N. Page Dr., IDeltona 32725
Mrs. Alma L. Crawford, 14250 Madison St., Miami 33176

Mrs. George S. DaUey, 321 N. Palo Alto Ave., Panama City 32401
Mrs. Dora O. Dorsey, 8110 N. Edison Ave., Tampa 336CM
Mrs. Janet DuCharme, 1618 High Point Ct., SW., Winter Haven
33880

Mrs. Jane Dulaney, 117 Gateway Estates, Florida City 33034
Doris N. Dukes, 8721 Cobblestone Dr., Tampa 33615
Kathryn Easley, 3610 Peach Dr., Jackson vUle 32216

* Marjorie Edsten, 10005 Bay Pines Blvd., Box 135, St. Petersburg
33708

* Mrs. WUliam Eichenberger, 1544 lime St., Clearwater 33516
Velva Emanuel, 5220 Cherry St., Panama City 32401

t* Mrs. Lester S. Fladt, 1173 QuaU Ave., Miami Springs 33166
Cynthia Fleming, 909 Garden Club Dr., Panama City 32401
Katherine Graham, 7712 Pontiac Dr., Pensacola 32506

* Mrs. Dorothy Gray, 180 Serendipity MobUe Home Village, 3135
U.S. 19 North, Clearwater 33515

I^chard E. Graves, 2959 Apalachee Pkwy., Apt. D-4, Tallahassee
32301

Bobby L. Green, 997 Botany Ln., Rockledge 32955

Maybelle Green, B940 Harrison St., SW., Miami 33176

Mrs. W. L. Hall, 1236 Catalina Rd., E., JacksonvUIe 32216

Louis A. Hanson, III, 132 Bth Ave. S — No. 8, Jacksonville Beach

32250

Mrs. L. A. Hanson, III, B2 Bth Ave. S — No. 8, JacksonvUIe Beach
32250

Mary Lou Harden, 910 W. HUsboro, Seffner 33584
Mary L. Harrell, 1628 Broward Rd., JacksonvUIe 32218
Mrs. Lawanda Hartman, 10274 Jolynn Rd., Jacksonville 32211
Mrs. Judson H. Hayes, 2824 Oak Cove Im., Jacksonville 32211
Rita G. HUton, 2295 W. Helen Cir., Bartow 33830
T* Mrs. FrarUc Huebscher, 3920 W. 16th St., Panama City 32401
Mrs. W. F. Hurlbut, 9482 Easter Rd., Miami 33157
Mrs. Dorothy Harm, 2525 Wyrmewood Dr., Qearwater 33515
t* Mrs. H. Steven Johnson, 741 W. Colerual Dr., Orlando 32804

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* Mary K. Johnson, 741 W. Colonial Or., Orlando 32804
Miriam Jones, 7321 SW. 16 St., Miami 33155

Patricia A. Landry, 6535 Colonade Cr., Pensacola 32506

Mrs. Sam lato, 6308 Otis, Tampa 33604

Woodward MacPherson, 9955 SW. 53 St., Miami 33165

Mrs. Malcolm B. Mansfield, 653 Blairshire Circle, Winter Park,

32792

Madeleine Martin, 1514 Valley Rd., Tallahassee 32301

Mrs. Joyce Mathews, Rt. 1, Box 69, DeFuniak Springs 32433

Mrs. Fayette Merritt, 4200 Croydon Rd., Pensacola 32504

Barbara Anne Midgett, 409 W. Buchanon Ave., Orlando 32809

Mrs. Henry Mills, P.O. Box 414, Tallahassee 32302

Beth A. Mullinax, 5590 Peachtree Ct., Pensacola 32504

Mrs. Robert C. Ohlert, 2813 Wakulla Ave., Panama Gty 32405

Alice Kilgo Oswald, 4504 French Street, Jacksonville 32205

Amelia W. Outlaw, 1428 Long St., Lakeland 33801

Mrs. Warren B. Partain, Rt. 1, #9 Hummingbird Ln., Winter Haven

33880

Mrs. Palmer N. Pigot, 5 Oak Circle, Mount E)ora 32757

Mrs. Lea Plaire, 940 Golden Rule N., Lakeland 33803

Joyce Y. Post, 1428 l,ake Ave., Panama Gty 32401

Jerry FYesley, 113 6th St., J. Phil Villiage, Winter Haven 33880

Porter L. Ramsey, Jr., 1241 Grove Park Blvd., Jacksonville 32216

Mrs. Porter L. Ramsey, Jr., 1231 Grove Park Blvd., Jacksonville

32216

t* Mrs. J.. A. W. Richardson, 2315 Lakeshore Dr., Tavares 32778
Mary Riggins, 202 S. Cove Terr., Panama Gty 32401
Margaret Ritchie, 408 E. Flora St., Tampa 33604
Kathy Sabatino, 181 Gateway Estates Park, Florida Gty 33034
Mrs. J. H. Seay, 7980 Lancelot Dr., Pensacola 32504
Marjorie Shurette, 2721 SW. 117th Ave., Davie 33330
Ms. Kathleen Simpson, 3766 Sommers St., Jacksonville 32205
Hilda D. Sloan, 1138 Lake Miriam Dr., Lakeland 33803
Sandra A. Soule, 2455 Markingham Rd., Maitland 32751
Mrs. R. E. Stairs, 1895 N. Yates Ave., Pensacola 32503
G. B. Starr, 2602 Graupera St., Pensacola 32507
Mrs. Ann Stichweh, 5760 Robeldal, Pensacola 32504
Mrs. Andrew F. Suder, 12421 Henrietta Rd., Largo 33540
Kathy Swindell, 127 W. 7th St., Jacksonville 32206
Jackie Sykes, 1206 Poppy Ave., Pensacola 32507
Betty J. Terry, 4100 38th Way, S., St. Petersburg 33711
Mrs. Louise Thomjjson, 207 S. Cove Terrace Dr., Panama Gty
32401

* Miss Mary A. Todd, 327 S. Bonita Ave., Panama Gty 32401
Mrs. Raymond V. Todd, 987 Linden St., Qermont 32711
Betty Tracy, 6 Stewart St., Ft. Walton Beach 32548

Mrs. Charles R. Wadker, 9512 W. Hamilton Ave., Tampa 33615
Mrs. Ludle J. Wasson, 1101 Frankford Ave., Panama Gty 32401
Mrs. B. Webman, 13014 SW. 115th Terrace, Miami 33186
Mrs. Charles A. West, Jr., P.O. Box 4644, Panama Gty 32401
Hazel C. Wester, 536 Crystal Dr., Madeira Beach 33708
Mrs. James B. Whitaker, 1490 Saturn St., Merritt Island 32952

* Sandra Williams, c/o Bill Williams Agency, 6109 9th St., N., St.
Petersburg 33703

Sharon A. Williams, 3114 Hollyberry, Jacksonville 32211
Mrs. Roberta H. Woodard, 5554 E. 2nd Ave., Hialeah 33013

GEORGIA

Betty J. Aponte, 1002 Woodbum Dr., Columbus 31907
W. W. Barnette, 1794 Angelique Dr., Decatur 30033
Robert C. Booth, 1012 Canter Rd., NE., Atlanta 30324
Helen Brackett, 1989 Linwood Ave., East Point 30344
Douglas Browning, P.O. Box 2033, Tifton 31794
Mrs. Douglas Browning, P.O. Box 2033, Tifton 31794
Mrs. Ruth T. Canady, 5938 Lawson St., Columbus 31904
Mrs. Ellen Gray Conger, 1926 Cherokee Ave., Columbus 31906
Mrs. C. L. Cook, 5635 Brady Dr., Stone Mountain 30087
Phyllis D. Eaves, 119 Thomas St., Elberton 30635

Mrs. Lila R. Fuller, Rt. 1, Highway 92, Hiram 30141

Margaret Gaines, P.O. Box 883, Rome 30161

Carol Michael Godfrey, P.O. Box 19, Evans 30809

Mrs. James H. Gravitt, Rt. 10, Box 163, Gainesville 30501

Gretchen F. Hancock, 1051 Otello Ave., Qarkston 30021

Katherine J. Harper, 220 Sabrina Ct., Woodstock 30188

Carolyn Haskins, 206 Wellston Dr., Warner Robins 31093

Mrs. William H. Henderson, 2015 Dellwood Dr., Atlanta 30309

Charles H. Heruy, 6255 Rivershore Pkwy., NW., Adanta 30328

Phillis Hinkle, 3555 Lawrenceville Highway C-3, Tucker 30084

Mrs. Esther E. Hogg, 1800 Malco Dr., West Point 31833

Mrs. Stuard Jordan, Rt. 3, Box 110, Royston 30662

Erwin Key, 3760 Woodruff Rd., Columbus 31904

Jaruce L. Kitchens, 3076 Hillsdale Dr., Augusta 30909

Betty Lewis, 935 Ridgedale Dr., Lawrenceville 30245

Lloyd Lyn McArthur, 1175 Cumberland Rd., NE., Adanta 30306

Mrs. Gete McElhannon, 1612 High Meadow Ct., Stone Mountain

30083

Barbara McGrath, 4190 Briarcliff Rd., Adanta 30345
Sharon Miles, 1954 Liberty Church Rd., Hephzibah 30815
Mrs. Thomas Moran, 6515 Bridgewood Valley Rd., NW., Adanta
30328

Patricia J. Morton, 3142 Skyridge Ct., Marietta 30062
Mrs. M. L. Moseley, 2914 Stratford Dr., Augusta 30909
Dorothy E. Moss, Lt. Col. Ret'd., 4054 Goshen Lake Dr., S.,
Augusta 30906

Miss M. V. Moulder, 2025 Peachtree Rd. NE., Apt. 1215, Adanta
30309

Mrs. Theresa S. Norris, 2010 Rainbow Dr., Snellville 30278
Blair Pennington, 4425 Bentwood Dr., Columbus 31907
Mrs. Mae Pope, 205 Tomlinson Dr., Valdosta 31601
Jack L. Richardson, P.O. Box 38093, Adanta 30334
Pamela J. Sapp, 1609 Steward Ave., Cordele 31015
Mrs. E. E. Schreck, 1808 Gary Ave., Albany 31707
Cathy J. Smith, 501 Milledge Rd., 17 A, Augusta 30904
Mrs. Sue Sparm, 1474 Conley Road, Conley 30027
Mary H. Stone, 3462 Milledgeville Rd., Augusta 30909
Mrs. William A. Stone, 2488 Headland Dr., East Point 30344
Mrs. Sally P. Thacker, 515 Scotts Way, Augusta 30909
Laura L. Walker, 562 Rue Montaigne, Stone Mountain 30083
Mrs. L. E. Wallace, 306 Hunters Ridge, Marietta 30067
Mrs. Helen Walthall, 2740 West Rd., Riverdale 30296
Mrs. R. J. Waugh, 517 N. Main St., Statesboro 30458
Martha Wells, 401 Hill Ln., West Point 31833
Thomas C. Wells, 401 Hill Ln., West Point 31833
Mrs. Janet Whitfield, 2331 Ridgecrest Ln., East Point, 30344
Mrs. Frank L. Wilson, 125 Briarcliff Rd., Atheirs 30606

HAWAU

Mrs. Norman Schneider, 2546 Sonoma PI., Honolulu 96822

ILLINOIS

Mrs. M. Aske, 2702 N. Monticello, Chicago 60647
Virgiiua Beatty, 1509 Forest Ave., Evanston 60201
Mrs. Judy Brodbeck, 2917 N. Victoria, Peoria 61604
C. E. Byerly, 1525 Lincoln PI., Calumet Gty 60409
Ijeonard Byerly, 1525 Lincoln PI., Calumet Gty 60409
Mrs. Susan Dublinski, 760 Portree Lji., Lake Zurich 60047
NarKy Duckett, Rt. 1, Box 24, Edwards 61528
Ms. Helen B. Downie, 1805 Hatherleigh Ct., I-E, Mt. Prospect 60^6
Kay Dye, RR 1, Box 218, Chillicothe 61523
Mrs. Melvin Famey, 109 Avalon Court, Creve Coeur 61611
Joyce A. Faubel, 507 E. Holland St., Wellington 61571
Mrs. Ruth Haak, 911 S. Vine Ave., Park Ridge 60068
Carl H. Helm, 1776 10th Ave., Rockford 61108
Pat Hicks, 39 Franklin, River Forest 60306
t* Mrs. Frank Hood, Jr., Box 124, Seaton 61476

Mrs. Edward Johnson, 4901 N. Ozanam Ave., Norridge 60656

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Darlene Klein, RR 1, Metamora 61548
Mrs. Lloyd F. Lainm, 30 Windsor Dr., Oak Brook 60521
Mrs. George Landgren, 810 Ingleside PL, Evanston 60201
Elsie Lawton, 55 Westward Ho Dr., Northlake 60164

* Mis. George J. McIntosh, 611 N. Main St., Normal 61761
fethes Matzke, 595 W. 3rd, El Paso 61738

Carol Ann Miderski, 945 Exmoor Ave., Barrington 60010

Mrs. R. J. Miderski, 945 Exmoor Avenue, Barrington 60010

Ulric E. Pallissard, 16425 Evans, S. Holland 60473

Clare E. Palm, 4640 W. 182nd PL, Country Qub Hills 60477

Elinor A. Palm, 4640 W. 182nd PL, Country Qub Hills 60477

Joan A. Pugsley, 237 Ravine Dr., Barrington 60010

Gary L. Randall, 918 Notre Dame, Matteson 60443

Mrs. Judy Rosinski, 714 Salem Ct., Schaumburg 60193

Mrs. Raymond E. Schroeder, 217 Andrew Ave., Dwight 60420

* Mrs. Wayne W. Schroeder, 1739 N. 74th Ct., Elmwood Park 60635

* Mrs. Herman Teater, 1211 E. Elmhurst, Peoria 61603

* Mrs. H. R. Tiedeman, 1008 Bakewell, Normal 61761
Joyce Wenger, 806 N. Court, Apt., 108, Rockford 61103
James A. Whitfield, Rt. 2, Box 6, Chicago Heights 60411

IOWA

* Mrs. George Ilstrup, 1252 42nd St., Des Moines 50311
Mrs. Maurice E. Jones, 1206 7th St., Durant 52747

* Mrs. Roscoe E. Jones, 1303 68th St., Des Moines 50311

* J. B. Kuhler, 2825 SE. 14th St., #6, Des Moines 50320
Miss Sine D. Olesen, 1708 57th St., Des Moines 50310
Mrs. R. N. Schafer, 3830 Woodland Ct., Davenport 52807
Mrs. Ward Swanson, 1915 66th St., Des Moines 50322

KANSAS

Mrs. Julius H. Bacharach, 8411 Meadow Lane, Shawnee Mission
66206

Wilma J. Crangle, 5703 Westgate, Shawnee 66216
Mrs. J. W. McFarland, 2401 N. 64th Terr., Kansas City 66104
Tricia A. Taylor, 7642 High Dr., Prairie Village 66208
Mrs. Robert Weir, 2405 W. 104th St., Leawood 66206

KENTUCKY

Mrs. Ray K. Keith, 7306 Hunting Creek Dr., Prospect 40059

LOUISIANA

Pamala Adams, 905 Iberia Street, Franklin 70538

Ella Mae Albritton, P.O. Box 195, Monterey 71354

Mrs. Lee Alexander, 1527 Maura PL, New Orleans 70114

Norris J. Alexander, 1527 Maura PL, New Orleans 70114

Mrs. Larry W. Anderson, 4920 Park Forest, Baton Rouge 70816

Mrs. Lilly B. Arcement, Rt. 2, Box 92, Napoleon ville 70390

Jane C. Baker, 1505 Rue Lemans, Slidell 70458

Mrs. Carl S. BaU, P.O. Box 122, Ball 71405

Mrs. John Baudean, 100 Neil Ave., New Orleans 70114

G. Belou, 1313 Gardenia Dr., Metairie 70005

Dorothy L. Benge, 5900 Wheeler Dr., Metairie 70003

Mrs. C. F. Berthelot, Rt. 3, Box 587, Prairieville 70769

Mrs. Marjorie Blake, 415 Terry Pkwy., Gretna 70053

Mrs. SteUa Boudreaux, Rt. 2, Box 97, Napxjleonville 70390

Mrs. O. W. Box, 1323 Kirby, Shreveport 71103

Penelope Ann Brermer, 3736 Lar\g St., New Orleans 70114

* Jerome E. Brown, P.O. Box 2332, Baton Rouge 70821
Mrs. Jerome E. Brown, P.O. Box 2332, Baton Rouge 70821
Mrs. George Carter, 2640 Hyman PL, New Orleans 70114
Mrs. Louise Chenevert, 145 Valerie Ave., River Ridge 70123
L. R. Cor^tant, Kraemer 70371

Louise Constant, Kraemer 70371

Mrs. S. V. O' Antoni, 4436 W. Brookstown, Baton Rouge 70805

Mrs. Leonard Dazet, Rt. 1, Box 319, Buras 70041
Mrs. Maryann Delaune, 1212 Nursery Ave., Metairie 70005
Mrs. Denis DePriest, Rt. 1, Box 181, Carencro 70520
Mrs. Titus Deshotel, 9200 Darby Ln., New Orleans 70123
Teresa L. Desselles, 10737 Wheeler Bend, Baton Rouge 70815
Mrs. Brian M. Dickerson, 6105 Willard Ave., Shreveport 71106
Barbara Donlon, 3867 Peachtree Ct., New Orleans 70114
Richard Donlon, 3867 Peachtree Ct., New Orleans 70114
Aurelia Driscoll, 5136 Ross Lane, Marrero 70072
Mrs. Sylvia Duay, B12 Burk PL, Morgan City 70380
Mrs. James Dyson, 409 Snead St., Berwick 70342
Mrs. Angele Eaton, 6612 Carmen St., Metairie 70003
Margaret W. Eller, 5734 Burgundy Ave., Baton Rouge 70806
Joy Esterline, 6704 Sycamore Ln., No. 10, New Orleans 70127
Mrs. Lucille G. Faubion, 6037 Colbert St., New Orleans 70124
Mrs. Eva Folse, Rfd. 2, Box 138K, Napoleonville 70390
Melinda Fondren, 2123 S. Barbier, Thibodaux 70301
Ellen Gannuch, 11984 Parkbrook Ave., Baton Rouge 70816
Mrs. Melva M. Gladney, 1212 S. Alameda Dr., Baton Rouge 70815
Mrs. John W. Goslee, 6941 Mayo Rd., New Orleans 70126
Mrs. Ethert E. Hagan, 603 Drehr Ave., Baton Rouge 70806
Barbara Haase, 2718 Lexington Dr., Metairie 70002
Mrs. C. A. Helwick, 4625 Barnett St., Metairie 70002
Vicki Ingersoll, 937 Hesper Ave., Metcdrie 70005
Mrs. Glen Jordan, 15 Grand Canyon Dr., New Orleans 70114
Dr. J. B. Jung, 5916 Cherokee Ln., Alexandria 71301
May Kirder, 409 Bruce Ave., Gretna 70053
Carolyn Lanoux, 10,000 Judy Drive, River Ridge 70123
Marcel C. Lanoux, 10,000 Judy Drive, River Ridge 70123
Mrs. Raymond J. LeBlanc, Rt. 2, Box lOl-A, Napoleonville 70390
Mrs. Warren C. McCann, 1616 Federal Ave., Morgan City 70380
Mrs. Mary W. McCarty, 2730 Essex St., Shreveport 71108
Mrs. Otis F. Magee, 4244 Alabama Ave., Kenner 70062
L. T. Ozio, Jr., 1009 Ditch Ave., Morgan City 70380
Mrs. L. T. Ozio, Jr., 1009 Ditch Ave., Morgan City 70380
Mrs. Ralph Pippins, Rt. 1, Box 130, Forest Hill 71430
t* Mrs. W. M. Plaster, 8304 Suffolk Dr., Shrevepxrrt 71106

Mrs. Sadie K. Plauche, 5226 Greenridge Dr., Baton Rouge 70814

Mrs. J. Y. Ragusa, 1074 Parlange Dr., Baton Rouge 70806

Y. George Ramires, Jr., 1620 Willowbend Dr., Morgan City 70380

Mrs. George Ramirez, 1620 Willowbend Dr., Morgan City 70380

Mrs. Frank H. Renaudin, 1913 N. Turnbull Dr., Metairie 70001

Mrs. Louis Ruello, 831 Emerald St., New Orleans 70124

Juanita Sayer, 306 Sanders St., Pineville 71360

Helener M. Schulingkamp, 2932 Johnson St., Metairie 70001

Debbie Schulingkamp, 2932 Johnson St., Metairie 70001

Judith J. Simoneaux, 4637 Jamestown, No. 2C. Baton Rouge 70808

Mrs. Marcus W. Smith, Jr., 884 Hickory St., Gretna 70053

Mrs. J. F. Spear, Rt. 6, Box 418, Denham Springs 70726

W. A. Stoner, 15913 Malvern Hill Ave., Baton Rouge 70816

Patsy Tackaberry, 103 Willowbrook Dr., Gretna 70053

Mrs. A. J. Terranova, 77B Mill St., New Orleans 70126

Myrlie G. Thomas, 3033 Lesley Dr., Morgan Gty 70380

Hank Thomasson, Rt. 1, Box 161AA, Livingston 70754

Eimice Vallery, 10039 Hillyard Ave., Baton Rouge 70809

Shirley D. Vogler, 16916 Teneiya, Greenwell Springs 70739

Mrs. Audrey K. Voorhees, 857 Filmore Ave., New Orleans 70124

Wynne John Voorhees, 857 Filmore Ave., New Orleans 70124

Mrs. R. T Voyles, 811 Kathy St., Gretna 70053

Mrs. Margaret Waguespack, 334 Halsey Dr., Harahan 70123

Melanie A. Warren, 655 Sharp Ln., Apt. 261, Baton Rouge 70815

Mrs. Paul E. Whatley, 4204 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport 71106

Mrs. Margaret J. White, 7181 Poinsetta Dr., Baton Rouge 70812

Mrs. Robert E. Williams, 2647 Hyman PL, New Orleans 70114

Mrs. James Williamson, Rt. 6, Box 586-C, Denham Springs 70726

Mrs. Joe L. Williamson, Box 973, Alexandria 71301

Mrs. Elizabeth C. Wilson, 6126 Burgundy, Shreveport 71105

Jeanne Wright, Rt. 3, Box 659N, Denham Springs 70726

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MAINE

I* Mrs. Warren E. Churchill, 280 Main St. Rockport 04856

MARYLAND

Barbara J. Hahn, 10006 Moreland St., Oxon Hill 20022
Mrs. Emily Holtman, 1726 Hall Ave., Baltimore 21227
Mrs. Marie Bums, 8624 Delegge Rd., Baltimore 21237
Velma Jacobs, 103 Overbrook Rd., Baltimore 21212
Mrs. Betty Lou Lages, 3609 Fort Hill Dr., Ellicott City 21043

* Mrs. R. E. Meissner, 4108 Charley Forest St., Olney 20832
Raymond A. Nowowieski, 5339 Glen Arm Rd., Glen Arm 21057
Dolores M. Pledger, 16916 Baederwood Ln., Derwood 20855

* Miss Beatrice Sauter, 2123 Northland Rd., Baltimore 21207

MASSACHUSETTS

Barbara Aldridge, 30 Lackey St., Haverhill 01830
Mrs. Alice M. Bagley, 419 Old Cormecticut Path, Wayland 01778
Marcia Balonis, Boston Rd., P.O. Box 767, Groton 01450
Mrs. Wm. Baschnagel, 5 Bruce St., Tewksbury 01876
Mrs. A. G. Blanchette, 118 S. Loomis St., Southwick 01077
Mrs. Edwin Blodgett, 17 Gardner St., Attleboro 02703
Richard Blustein, 247 Mill St., Haverhill 01830
Mrs. Bessie Ciarda, 245 Gardiner St. Raynham 02767
Miss Eleanor M. Coen, 22 Columbus PL, West Newton 02165
John M. Cook, 28 Minot St., Falmouth 02540
Mrs. John M. Cook, 28 Minot St., Falmouth 02540
T* Mrs. Lyle J. Courage, 33 E^ex St., Wakefield 01880
t* Mrs. Estelle G. Crane, 317 Massapoag Ave., Sharon 02067
t* Mrs. Jessie Crisafulli, Amherst Rd., 290 Federal St., Belchertown
01007

Nancy B. Fredrickson, 170 Boxboro Rd., Stow 01775
Katherine Innls, 8 Maddison Ln., Lynnfield 01940

* Mrs. Stephen C. Kanela, 16 Mylod St., Walpole 02081
Ms. Helen K. Lundberg, 226 Carlisle Rd., Bedford 01730

* Mrs. J. Addison Maclean, 49 Saunders Rd., Norwood 02062
Kathy Ouellette, 207 Abbott St., I^wrence 01843

Mrs. Elizabeth Schenck, ^36 Arcadia Blvd., Springfield 01118
Mrs. Charles Sherburne, 36 Fisher Rd., Dedham 02026
Edward St. Aubin, 58 Exeter St., Lawrence 01843
Mrs. Ernestine St. Aubin, 58 Exeter St., Lawrence 01843

MICHIGAN

* Mrs. Andrew M. Leslie, 7662 Woodview E)r., Apt. 1, Westland
48185

MINNESOTA

t* Mrs. H. Harold Baker, 2182 Stanford Ave., St. Paul 55105
Mrs. Ruth Bann, 680 Marigold Ter., Fridley 55432
Mrs. Kermeth Fleisch, 4811 37th Ave. S., Minneapolis 55417
Ms. Katherine A. Gardner, 403 W. Wheelock Pkwy., St. Paul 55117
Delores Harrington, 1620 Gardena Ave., NE., Fridley 55432
Retha N. Johnson, 5105 W. 62nd St., Edina 55436
Mrs. Richard M. Johnson, 9316 170th Ave., Forest Lake 55025
Mrs. John Lackner, 580 E. Co., Rd. B-2, Little Canada 55117
Mrs. Marino Paron, Rt. 1, Box 270, North Branch 55056
Patricia Savu, 2337 Dorland Ct., St. Paul 55119
Mrs. W. F. Tobin, 2262 Brewster St., St. Paul 55108
Merle Werner, 1636 E. Fremont, St. Paul 55106
Mrs. C. Zondlo, 3326 Lincoln St., NE., Mirmeapolis 55418

MISSISSIPPI

Mrs. Bobbie H. Beard, 140 Morning View Dr., Vicksburg 39180

Jim Beard, Jr., 5023 Lurline Dr., Jackson 39204

Linda H. Beard, 5023 Lurline Dr., Jackson 39204

Janice P. Byrne, 203 Dana Rd., Natchez 39120

Donna Gaulding, Rt. 4, 19% Tanyard Rd., Hernando 38632

Miriam K. Greene, 234 Melrose Dr., Jackson 39211

Wanda Holley, 49 Stonebrook Cove, Southaven 38671

Linda Mathis, 7509 E. Shahkoka [>., Olive Branch 38654

Mrs. Linda Miller, 1825 Brookhaven Dr., Southaven 38671

Mrs. G. B. Oden, 411 San Antonio, Hattiesburg 39401

Candace Powell, 1025 BeUevue PL, Jackson 39202

Dr. Charles E. Sledge, Box 97, Whitfield 39193

Miss Jane Wicht, 203 Broad St., Hattiesburg 39401

Mrs. Judy Williams, 782 Launcelot Rd., Jackson 39206

Mrs. Nellie Williams, 7500 E. Shahkoka Dr., Olive Branch 38654

MISSOURI

t* Mrs. W. F. Anderson, 360 Tulip I>., St. Louis 63119
Joan Aubuchon, 7330 L,eona, St. Louis 63116
Sandra J. Barm, 7829 Clevedon, Affton 63123
Jackie Baumhauer, 5059 Windleigh PL, St. Louis 63128
Col. James Britton, 3906 Harbor I>. SW., Jjee's Summit 64063
Judith C. Britton, 3906 Harbor Dr. SW., 1^'s Summit 64063
Mrs. Richard F. Brooks, 14 Glenhaven Dr., St. Louis 6.3122

* J. David Buttram, P.O. Box 193, Independence 64051

George S. Coleman, Jr., 3511 Gladstone Blvd., Kansas City 64123

Allene Crayton, 5888 St. Louis, St. Louis 63120

Mrs. D. W. Dressier, 5464 Marquette, St. Louis 63139

Roberta A. Echols, 115 Marilyn, Kirkwood 63122

CoUeen Gass, 7348 Granbury, St. Louis 63123

Mrs. Bernard F. Gill, 1015 Greenway Terr., Kansas City 64113

Mrs. Gladys Guilliams, 3416 Baltimore, Kansas Qty 64111

Patricia M. Hart, 3350 Blue Ridge Blvd., Indejrendence 64052

* Mrs. Francis J. Hamtil, King's Lane Farm, Rt. 2, Box 203E, St.
Charles 63303

Sally Haven, 1011 Savoy Lane, Manchester 63011

Mrs. Harold Heise, 11704 E. 78th PL, Raytown 64138

Mrs. Sue 1. Hill, 12201 E. 45th Terr., Indeprendence 64055

Cheryl L. Holle, 3817 State Line, Kansas City 64111

Mrs. H. L. Holt, 1128 Linden, St. Louis 63117

Kitty Julian, 4901 S. Valley View Rd., Lot 14, Blue Springs 64015

* Mrs. William Janus, 130 N. Holmes, St. Louis 63122
Mrs. Joan Laske, 4110 Walsh, St. Louis 63116

Mrs. J. Thomas Manion, 7800 Crossmont Dr., St. Louis 63123

* Mrs. Carl Meister, 4459 Gemini, St. Louis 63128
Mrs. C. H. Moyer, 11006 McGee, Kansas City 64114

t* Mrs. E. A. Nelson, 603 E. fosex Ave., St. Louis 63122
Janet L. Nichols, 248 White Tree Lane, Ballwin 63011
William L. Nichols, Jr., 248 White Tree Lane, Ballwin 63011
Donald M. Palmer, 7942 Washington, Kansas City 64114
Mrs. Harold A. Proctor, 6124 Ralston, Raytown 64133

* Mrs. J. Wallace Reitz, 8028 Pembroke Dr., St. Louis 63123
Mrs. Harold RusseU, 5320 Labadie, St. Louis 63120

Fran Ru^om, 7022 Ethel, St. Louis 63117
Mary H. Scheman, 5138 Waldo Ave., St. Louis 63123
Patty L. Smith, 364 Medina Dr., Manchester 63011
Edd Stretch Smith, 3191 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis 63118
Mrs. Jess Stem, 63 Arundel PL, Qayton 63105

* Mrs. Fred Tretter, 4988 Schollmeyer, St. Louis 63109
Mary L. Turner, 3220 Chippewa Dr., Kansas Qty 64116

Mrs. Charles E. Ward, 11805 E. 74th Terrace, Kansas Qty 64133

* Mrs. Edward M. WiUets, 6115-A Pershing Ave., St. Louis 63112

* Miss Nancy WiUets, 6115-A Pershing Ave., St. Louis 63112
John K. Williams, 4825 Plum Tree Qr., Hazelwood 63042

* Mrs. Roma Wilson, 4037 Qeveland Ave., St. Louis 63110
Max Wooderson, 703 Montgomery, Lee's Summit 64063

NEW JERSEY

Elizabeth Bickel, Four Palmer Ct., E. Brunswick 08816
Mrs. Paul Borey, 209 David Hooper Dr., Westwood 07675
Mrs. Susan Burden, 10 Gettysburg Dr., Englishtown 07726

* Mrs. Edward W. Buschke, 11 Drumlin Dr., Morris Plains 07950
Mrs. OrviUe Carkhuff, 101 W. Prospect St., HopeweU 08525
Mrs. Lav(nence Christen, 166 Wales Ave., River Edge 07661

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Mrs. Edward W. Hemmer, 23 Fulton St., Bloomfield 07003
Mrs. B. Howells, 207 Jefferson Ave., River Edge 07661
Robert Humphreys, 46 E. Glen Ave. E., Harrington Park 07640
Mrs. Robert Humphreys, 46 E. Glen Ave. E., Hanirtgton Park
07640

Walter Hunt, 5- A Ohio Dr., Whiting 08759

Mrs. Walter Hunt, 5= A Ohio Dr., Whitirtg 08759

Mrs. Qiarles Hyer, 126 Lillie Rd., Tom's River 08753

Nancy E. Imhof, 1 Pauls PL, New Monmouth 07748

Mrs. Catherine Kulesa, 7 Harring Ct., N. Haledon 07508

Debra Lynn Lee, 717 Prrepect St., Westfield 07090

Janet McCluskey, 7 Netherton Terrace, Morris Township 07960

Judith Rae McDougall, 12 Hiawatha Blvd., Oakland 07436

Mrs. Frartklin B. McLaughlin, 104 Dory Drive, Ocean Gty 08226

Hilda Vander Meer, Rt. 1, Box 58, Cranbury 08512

Mrs. Laura J. Meyer, 2B David Hooper PL, Westwood 07675

* Mrs. Donald N. Riemer, 14 Pelham Rd., Kendall Park 08824
Flora Semen, 74 Kino Blvd., Trenton 08619

Mrs. Rita Sendic, 2524 Berdan Ave., Fair Lawn 07410
Maryrose Smith, 3 Cynwyd ITrive, Burlington 08016
Mrs. T. G. Tompkins, 33 Mountain Ave., Maplewood 07040

NEW MEXICO

Rose Akins, 1800 Mesa Verde, Farmington 87401

Ruth Allison, 4024 Windsor Dr., Farmington 87401

Mrs. Hubert Bronson, 10243 Belnap PL NW., Albuquerque 87114

Mrs. Agnes M. Chadwick, 3411 21st Ave. SE., Rio Rancho Est 87124

Mrs. Truman L. Daniel, 9003 Matthew Ave. NE., Albuquerque

87112

Blanche M. Doty, 717 Monroe NE., Albuquerque 87110
Use-Rose Edgett, c/o Ilia's Orchids, 2288 38th St., Los Alamos 87544
Mrs. M. K. Heath, 5610 La Luz Trail, Farmington 87401
Mrs. Chas Iskra, 4700 Sherwood NE., Albuquerque 87109
Mrs. Delmar L. Longmire, 8600 Summer Ave. ME., Albuquerque
87112

James M. Loya, P.O. Box 156, Farmington 87401

Veda Quimby, Star Rt. 1, Box 1190, Bloomfield 87413

Margaret Schmierer, 5010 Crown Point Ct. NW., Albuquerque

87120

Mrs. Janice Sorensen, 6308 Barnhart Ct. NE., Albuquerque 87109
Mrs. Chas. H. Staat, 1701 Kentucky St. NE., Albuquerque 87110
Mrs. James N. Tallant, 4305 Cobblestone PL NE., Albuquerque
87109

Mable G. Tanner, 1101 Madison St. SE., Albuquerque 87108

Mrs. William A. Utton, Box 268, Aztec 87410

Mrs. Max D. Webb, 404 W. 27th St., Farmington 87401

Mrs. B. A. Weinsherrker, 1017 Casa Grande PL NE., Albuquerque

87112

NEW YORK

Mis. Robert Athanasiou, 13 Lawnridge Ave., Albany 12208

* Mrs. Ralston Bardeen, 4 Andrews Ave., Binghamton 13904
Michael A. Bartholomew, Box 87, New Scotland 12127
Mi^. Richard Bell, 50 Bardolier Ln., Bayshore 11706

Mrs. Judith Bielskas, 69-35 Nansen St., Forest Hills 11375
t* Mrs. Sidney Bo^, 39 Boyd St., Long Beach 11561
t* Edward Bradford, 85-25 86th St., Woodhaven 11^

Ms. Linda Brower,. 17-D Heritage Dr., New Gty 10956
Mrs. Paul Buckley, 1299 Chelsea Rd., Wantagh 11793
Richard BushneU, 75 Kramer Ct., Rochester 14623
Robert E. Casey, 218 Bely Ave., Mattydale 13211

* Mrs. Violet Carey, 160 Sixth Ave., Troy 12180

* Mrs. [>uane L. Champion, Rt. 2, Clay 13041

Mrs. Joseph Gho^n, 87-12 Jamaica Ave., Woodhaven 11421
Walter A. Christopher, 15 St. Stephens Ln., Scotia 12302
Mrs. Michael J. Cicero, 643 Richmond Rd., Staten Island 10304
Mis. Glenn L. Colgan, 6 Jefferson Ct., Rome 13440

Mrs. Linda Cozart, 3 Vanderbilt Pkwy., Dix Hills 11746
Pamela Craft, 3611 Rhode Island Ave., Niagara Falls 14305
Mrs. Thomas Curtin, 26 Mundy Ave., Staten Island 10310
Mrs. Grace P. Darrah, 322 Sunrise Dr., Syracuse 13205
Mary Dimitriadis, 33 Saquoit St., New York Mills 13417
Michael Dimitriadis, 33 Saquoit St., New York Mills 13417
Sandra K. Dobie, 17 Skyline Dr., Huntington 11743
t* Raymond J. Dooley, Jr., 33 Collfield Ave., Staten Island 10302

* Mrs. Raymond Dooley, 33 Collfield Ave., Staten Island 10302

* Mi^ Leila M. Egenites, 29-50 214th Place, Bayside 11360
Priscilla C. Red Elk, 205 Point Pleasant Rd., Rochester 14622
Mrs. Vincent Federico, 11 Violet Ave., Mineola 11501
Thelma Ferris, 16 Oxbow Rd., Fairport 14450

Susan Finger, 127 Wadsworth Rd., N. Syracuse 13212
Jerrold A. Finger, 127 Wadsworth Rd., N. Syracuse 13212
Mrs. Frank Freiheit, 2546 Harvey Ave., Oceanside 11572
Ruth Glur, Rt. 5, Rome 13440

Mrs. Grayce Godfrey, 1902 Edward Lane, Merrick 11566

Mrs. Leon Gonneau, Box 58, Constantia 13044

Elaine Grasso, 103 Schneider Ln., Hauppauge 11787

Mrs. Ellen Graves, 5981 Mayflower Rd., Niagara Falls 14305

Mrs. Sophia Greives, 101-37 123rd St., Richmond Hill 11419

Mrs. Frank Gugliada, 16 Meeker St., Staten Island 10306

Mrs. Ema Gundlach, 292 Edinboro Rd., Staten Island 10306

Mrs. H. Hannigan, P.O. Box 2432, A. P.O. 09194

Mrs. H. S. Harvey, 20 Adams St., Garden City 11530

Dianne R. Hewitt, 1455 Van Curler Ave., Schenectady 12308

Mrs. Susan K. Hicks, 530 Allen St., Syracuse 13210

Jane Hiltz, 15 Langdon St., Islip 11751

Mrs. Nelson Hopper, 8 Red Oaks Dr., Latham 12110

Mrs. B. B. Hubbard, 133 Goodrich Ave., Syracuse B210

William James, Jr., Rt. 1, Box 515A, Albany 12203

Paul F. Kasperski, 5 Hewlett Point Ave., E. Rockaway 11518

* Mrs. Paul F. Kasf)erski, 5 Hewlett Point Ave., E. Rockaway 11518
Mrs. Carolyn Klein, 102-39 85 Road, Richmond Hill 11418

Ann D. Knauf, 34 Parkwood St. E., Albany 12203
Mrs. Marceline Koester, 161-15 29th Ave., Flushing 11358
Joseph Kohn, 150-38 77th Ave., Flushing 11367
Mrs. Joseph Kohn, 150-38 77th Ave., Flushing 11367
Susan Kokoszczynski, 64-31 60 Rd., Maspeth 11378
t* Mrs. Carol Ann Kostulias, 461 Wellington Rd., Mineola 11501
Mrs. Anne Lee, 16 Tinder Lane, Levittown 11756
Nancy A. Lohse, 41-06 '157th St., Flushing 11355
Mrs. Virginia MacDonald, 517 Pennsylvania Ave., Schenectady
12303

Mrs. Lorena McDaris, 936 Murray Hill Rd., Binghamton B903
Diane Markunas, 71 Lockwood Ave., S. Farmingdale 11735
Mrs. Ruth W. Meek, 214 Goodrich Ave., Syracuse B210
Mrs. Lloyd E. Merkelson, 216-11 31st Rd., Bayside 11360
Mrs. Martin Miller, 214 Oakmont Dr., Dewitt B214
t* Mrs. James W. Minehan, 29 Circuit Dr., Binghamton B903
Mrs. Anna Myszka, 970S 69th Ave., Forest Hills 1B75
Miss Sandra Myszka, 9705 69th Ave., Forest Hills 1B75
Mrs. L. Nahodyl, 38 Long St., Huntington Station 11746
August J. Nordone, 114 N. Cheltenham Rd., Syracuse B205
Patricia D. O'Connor, 6927 Ward Rd., Niagara Falls 14304
Mrs. Patricia Onderdonk, 1755 Suffolk Ave., Schenectady 12303

* Mrs. Frederick W. Oswald, 5 Euston Rd., Garden City 11530
Vincent M. Ozimek, 21 Norwood Ave., Albany 12208
Mrs. Beverly Philippone, Rt. 1, Box 90, Norwich 13815
Mrs. Gail Puskas, 540 Grand Blvd., Deer Park 11729

Cort Raskopf, 3355 Bimker Ave., Wantagh 11793

* Harold Rienhardt, 4463 W. Seneca Tpk., Rt. 2, Syracuse B215

t* Mrs. Harold Rienhardt, 4463 W. Seneca Tpk., Rt. 2, Syracuse B21S
Barbara G. Riscavage, Rt. 144, Glenmont 12077
Mrs. Kathryn Rotando, B1 Taft Ave., Long Beach 11561
Candy Ruscitto, 107 Hyland Dr., N. Syracuse B212
t Mrs. Kenneth Rutmayer, 2 Hampton St., Hauppauge 11787

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James Ryan, 64 Fillmore St., Pearl River 10965

Mrs. Robert 1. Slocomb, 30 Inglewood !>., Rochester 14619

* Mrs. Sidney D. Smith, 916 Nottingham Rd., Jamesville 13078
Mrs. Helen Stmad, Box 173, Northport, Long Island 11768
Patricia Taylor, 182 Raymond St., Islip 11751

Alinor Ticknor, Rt. #1, Box 306, Central Square 13036

Fred L. Ticknor, Rt. #1, Box 306, Central Square 13036

Susan Tirzmalis, 32 Bainbridge Ave., Melville 11747

Mrs. John Tucker, 2 Duke St., Bellmore 11710

Robert B. Turnbull, 9 Blackwell St., Comwall-On-Hudson 12520

Mrs. Robert B. Turnbull, 9 BlackweU St., Comwall-On-Hudson

12520

Mrs. Anne H. Van Dam, 64 Oakridge Dr., Rochester 14617

Lawrence A. Van Dam, 64 Oakridge Dr., Rochester 14617

Mrs. Leroy Van Houten, P.O. Box 374, Millneck 11765

Mrs. Michael Wagner, 23 Verleye Ave., East Northport 11731

Mrs. Jane Weber, 50 Belknap Dr., Northport 11768

Mrs. Hugh Weld, 317 WeUesley Rd., Syracuse B207

Mrs. Joseph A. Weynand, 309 Montauk Hwy., E. Moriches 11940

Kenneth Wezelis, 1131 N. Greece Rd., Rochester 14626

Beryl J. Wood, P.O. Box 276, Locust Valley 11560

Miss Gwenn Worth, 115 E. 9th St., New York 10003

Paul R. Younger, 115 East 9th St., Apt. 14-J, New York 10003

NORTH CAROLINA

Mrs. Patricia McDonald, Rt. 1, Box 59 AA, Deep Gap 28618

OHIO

Charles V. Applegate, Rt. 2, Box 163, Perrysville 44864
Mi^ Denise Baun, Box 308, Jones Grad Tower, 101 Curl Dr., Col¬
umbus 43210

Mrs. Jean Beery, 710 West Home Rd., Springfield 45504
t* Mrs. Henry Bircher, 7666 Bender Rd. NE., Canton 44721
Mrs. Lewis Borton, 4864 US 68 N., Yellow Springs 45387
Mrs. Allen L. Bump, 613 Hilltonia Ave., Columbus 43223
Laurel Cochran, 8297 Setder's Parage, Brecksville 44141
Donna M. Connolly, 4743 North Bend Rd., Ashtabula 44004

* Mrs. M. E. Gamer, 1010 Ec^wood SE., N. Canton 44720

Mrs. Carter H. Grinstead, 1864 Berkshire Road, Columbus 43221
Mrs. James Haas, 8999 Knollwood Rd., Mentor 44060
Dorothy Hale, 320 E 328th St., Willowick 44094
Mrs. Catherine Hawley, 3498 Sdotangy Dr., Columbus 43221
Mrs. Donna Kowalczyk, 393 Lamboume Ave., Worthington 43085
Mrs. Richard H. Lane, 2561 Andover Rd., Columbus 43221
Mrs. O. E. Lanman, 822 S. Roosevelt Ave., Columbus 43209
Mrs. Ralph E. Lott, 523 Sturgeon Dr., Akron 44319
Mrs. Elmer C. Lusk, 1173 Oakland Ave., Columbus 43212
Mrs. Donna Mamschak, 7812 Lester Dr., Painesville 44077
Mrs. John Mercer, 1615 Oakmount Rd., South Euclid 44121
Mrs. R. Morton Miller, 3415 Polley Rd., Columbus 43220
Jacqueline Muster, 10061 Portage St. NW., Canal Fulton 44614
Mary Nageotte, 4205 Milford Rd., Parma 44134
Linda A. Neumann, 11620 Mapleridge Dr., North Royalton 44133
Mrs. Cynthia Oscar, 5524 Dunbar Ave., Ashtabula 44004
Barbara B. Plummer, 1581 Oakmount Rd., S. Euclid 44121
Harford Renick, 6993 Darby Road, Cirdeville 43113
Mrs. Herbert Robinson, 1219 Ivy St. NW., N. Canton 44720
Mrs. Leroy Rohrer, 4500 4th St. NW., Canton 44706
t* Mrs. James S. Savage, 625 West 5th St., Chillicothe 45601
L. E. Savage, 6241 Plateau Dr., Springfield 45502
Mrs. John Slivka, 403 George St., Fayette 43521
Mrs. John G. Toima, 3241 lake Ave., Ashtabula 44004
t* Mrs. I^roy Tucker, 2812 N. Star Ave., Columbus 43221
Mrs. M. C. Vance, 2761 Lakewood Dr., Columbus 43229
Corliss M. Winters, 105 Ohio St., Fairborn 45324

OKLAHOMA

Pat Barnes, 3623 E. 70th St. S., Tulsa 74136

Jeanne E. Chelsea, 4112 E. 30th St., Tulsa 74114

Mrs. Alayne Halter, 3616 E. 70th St., Tulsa 74136

Mrs. E. A. Hewlett, 4916 E. 38th PL, Tulsa 74135

Mrs. William Hutchison, 3011 E. Gore, Apt. 231, Lawton 73501

Mrs. Burton M. Pauli, 6008 S 76th E. Ave., Tulsa 74145

Mrs. Melba Sims, 1306 S. Sandusky, Tulsa 74112

OREGON

Mrs. Hayes Kirkland, 17(M3 S. Forsythe Rd., Oregon Gty 97045

PENNSYLVANIA

Mrs. James W. Baer, 82 Smoketown Rd., Quakertown 18951
Mrs. Donald Brown, 21 Park Ave., Oreland 19075
Mrs. Helen Butcher, 34 Maple Lane, Levittown 19054
Mrs. Mabel Callahan, 6 Pennsylvania Ave., Fairies Hills 19030
Frances M. Cooper, 492 Pinecrest Rd., Springfield 19064
Mrs. Alice Easter, 368 E. Gorgas Ln., Philadelphia 19119
Mre. Lois W. Giles, Rt. 2, Box 663, Sheppenville 16154
Mrs. David Grabosky, 5314 N. Carlisle St., Philadelphia 19141
T* Mrs. H. N. Hansen, 708 Wyndale Rd., Jenkintown 19046
Mrs. Richard 1. Jones, 909 Louise Ln., West Chester 19380
Jam^ H. Klawitter, 5720 Wi^ahickson Ave., Apt. C-17,
Philadelphia 19144

William R. Lyons, 38 Indian Creek Dr., Levittown 19057
Mrs. William R. Lyons, 38 Indian Creek Dr., Levittown 19057
Joyce McMullen, 31 Mapleview Dr., Feasterville 19047
t* Richard T. Meyers, 140 Lorraine Ave., Oreland 19075
f* Mrs. I^chard T. Meyers, 140 Lorraine Ave., Oreland 19075
Mrs. June ONeill, 56 Nippon St., Philadelphia 19119
Sam W. Rolph, Jr., 7207 Cresheim Rd., Philadelphia 19119
Mrs. Helen P. Rolph, 7207 Cresheim Rd., Philadelphia 19119
Thomas Seiler, 2050 E. Orleans St., Philadelphia 19134
Mrs. T. L. Shannon, Jr., 8845 Norwood Ave., Philadelphia 19118
Julie Snyder, 202 Blough Ct., Fairless Hills 19030
T* Mrs. Anne Tinari, 2325 Valley Rd., Huntingdon Valley 19006
Mrs. Halver Van Dame, 407 Barrington PL Landsale 19446
Mrs. Charles A. Wood, 2301 Gra^lyn Ave., Havertown 19(B3

RHODE ISLAND

Mrs. Judith Feeney, 132 Longmeadow Ave., Warwick 02889
John R. Mashuta, 3595 Pc»t Rd., Apt. 21303, Warwick 02886
t* Mi^ Eileen Paco, 33 Rice Ave., East Providence 02914
* Mrs. Olivia Do Paco, 33 Rice Ave., East Providence 02914

SOUTH CAROLINA

Mrs. Faith R. Anderson, 112 Pandora Dr., Goc^ Creek 29445
Mrs. Edna T. Barton, 503 Southway, Easley 29640
Mrs. P. R. Black, 5318 Hartford Cir., N. Charleston 29406
Mre. Frances CarroU, 34^ Pinoca Ln., Charleston Heights 29405
Mi^. Qaire P. Crosby, 603 Greenwood Ranchi, Summerville 29483
Bernard O. Ferri, 405 Hoff Ave., Charleston 294^

Eileen C. Ferri, 405 Hoff Ave., Charleston 29^7

Lucile B. Belds, 5816 Beverly Dr., Hanahan 29406

Helen B. McDaniel, 123 Spruce St., N. Charleston 29406

Sandra P. Mims, 25 Milano Ct., Hanahan 29405

Mre. J. H. Roberts, 4833 Holbird Dr., Charleston Heights 29405

Beth Sabine, P.O. Box 1072, Summerville 29483

Mrs. D. E. Sands, 2 EXiblin Ct., Spartanburg 29301

Mrs. T. F. Smoak, 1055 Lepley Rd., Hanahan 29406

France H. Thompson, 218 France Ave., N. Charleston 29406

Betty R. Turner, 18^ Bolin Rd., N. Augusta 2%41

Mrs. P. A. Tusing, 102 Pheasant Ln., Quail Arbor, Summerville

29«3

Helen J. WilHams, P.O. Box 993, Sumter 29150
Thelma J. Womack, 114 Rebellion Rd., Summerville 29483

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TENNESSEE

Jan Canada, 2173 Ptarmigan, Memphis 38134

* Mrs. James B. Carey, 3900 Garden I>., Knoxville 37918
Ms. Linda L. Qark, 3388 Austinwood, Memphis 38118
Mrs. Roy Cooper, Rt. 2, Box 223, Millington 38052
Mrs. W. A. Fowler, 4922 Flamingo Rd., Memphis 38117
Carol Garrett, 4851 Brentdale, Memphis 38118

* Mrs. Paul O. Gillespie, Sr., 5201 St. Elmo Ave., Chattanooga 37409
Dorothy F. Glaser, 747 Adantic St., Memphis 38112

Mrs. E. C. Hightower, 5414 Stardust Dr., Memphis 38134

Mrs. C. A. Pair, Jr., 2022 Higbee, Memphis 38104

Mrs. Charles R. Phillips, 3028 Dumbarton, Memphis 38128

Paul H. Reschke, 4155 Catalpa Hill, Memphis 38134

Mrs. Paul Reschke, 4155 Catalpa Hill, Memphis 38134

Gale Sorrell, 687 N. Bingham, Memphis 38112

Mrs. C. C. Spence, 3610 Cowden, Memphis 38111

Mrs. Ralph B. Stagg, Jr., 5375 Newberry Ave., Memphis 38118 ,

Helen Stauffer, 2973 Falkirk Rd., Memphis 38128

Helen Stephens, 3499 Heckle, Memphis 38111

TEXAS

Mrs. Irvin W. Acree, 3235 Lockmoor Jji., Dallas 75220
Lavem Barden, P.O. Box 828, Kingsville 78363
Mrs. Edgar B. Baker, 79 Ravenswood Dr., Bedford 76021
Mrs. Michael Baker, 4641 Gayle Cir., Corpus Chrisd 78413
Frances Barnes, 4008 Shady Valley Dr., Arlington 76013
Mrs. Henry R. Barta, 2209 Travis, Plano 75075
Mrs. James 1. Bartlett, 4208 Everglade, Port Arthur 77640
Mrs. John D. Barton, 1106 Woodland Ave., Austin 78704
Delilah Beethe, 4802 Marywood Dr., Spring 77373
Mrs. C. Patrick Bell, 5306 Pinewilde Dr., Houston 77066

* Mrs. Charles M. Berry, 3801 Shelby Dr., Ft. Worth 76109
Mrs. Bruce A. Blalock, 13411 Taylorcrest, Houston 77079
Mrs. Dolly Boyd, 1402 Casderock, Houston 77090

Mrs. Richard J. Brogdon, 5622 Dumfries, Houston 77096

Mrs. Percy J. Broussard, 3820 Cobblestone, Port Arthur 77640

Betty Bryant, 24519 Rolling Meadows, Tomball 77375

Laura Burr, 17411 Rustington, Spring 77373

Barbara P. Buder, 640 Nottingham Oaks Tr., No. 187, Houston

77079

Mrs. Clark Carpenter, 3855 3rd St., Port Arthur 77640

Mrs. Raymond Carr, Jr., 4616 Kemble St., Ft. Worth 76103

Mrs. J. R. Chatelain, 2011 Grant St., Nederland 77627

Mrs. L. W. Chilcutt, 1100 Qeckler, Ft. Worth 76111

Wanda Chumley, 1819 Helena, Nederland 77627

Elaine dick, 10251 Helmsdale, Houston 77043

Mrs. H. J. Coffman, 3205 Woodford Dr., Arlington 76013

Mrs. Dillon Q. Corley, 5804 Trail Lake IDr., Ft. Worth 76133

Mrs. V. L. Conrad, 1807 Corona Dr., Austin 78723

Mrs. Helen Cooley, 4634 QuirKy, Corpus Christi 78411

Mrs. Margie Crawford, 735 Oban Drive, San Antoruo 78216

J. C. Crumley, 342 Senova, San Antonio 78216

Mrs. J. C. Crumley, 342 Senova, San Antoruo 78216

Eunice Curry, 617 Mimosa, Denton 76201

Mrs. J. B. Cutts, 516 IDogwood, Wylie 75098

Mrs. W. R. Cypert, Box 218, Merkel 79536

Mrs. Harold Deloach, 428 lirKfenwood La., Hewitt 76643

Mrs. Billie LDixon, 4142 Shoreline IDr., Dallas 75233

Mrs. Alto W. IDougharty, 303 E. Pecan St., ICirbyville 75956

Sandra H. IDunn, 11910 Pebble Rock Dr., Houston 77077

Jean IDuplantis, 204 David !>., Bridge Gty 77611

Mrs. Robert D. Early, 5916 Walla, Ft. Worth 76133

Glervda Ehrlich, 4413 Oxford IDr., Corpus Christi 78411

Rebecca C. Evans, 2305 Dijon, Cedar Park 78613

Mrs. R. M. Fergon, 7517 Overhill Rd., IH. Worth 76116

Mrs. Brennan A. Forght, 833 McKinney Ave., Arlington 76012

Bill Foster, 3610 Gray Dr., Mesquite 75149

Mrs. Bill Foster, 3610 Gray IDr., Mesquite 75149

Mrs. Judy Fragua, 3506 1st, Brownwood 76801
Ken Frolxjese, Rt. 1, Box 1074, Boeme 78006
Maxine S. Garlick, Rt. 2, Box 229, Copperas Cove 76522
Mrs. Harry G. Gamer, 304 Buckeye Trail, Austin 78746
Mrs. Bob Gilson, 2003 Mill Creek Dr., Arlington 76010
Edith Goe, 115 Inca Cr., LDenton 76201
Patricia C. Gorzycki, 3306 Clearview Dr., Austin 78703
Mrs. A. A. Guyton, 4917 Sandalwood, Rosenberg 77471
Meredith M. Hall, 922 E 14th, Houston 77009
Norita Hallum, Box 181, Brownwood 76801
Harold Hart, 5110 Crusade, San Antonio 78218
Mrs. Nora Hartzog, P.O. Box 1256, Nederland 77627
Mrs. Stanley G. Hays, 13010 Perthshire, Houston 77079
Mrs. Henry J. Hebert, 2720 Ave. "M", Nederland 77627
Ljeona Herres, 2703 Tether Trail, Austin 78704
Mrs. Tom Home, 917 Montrose IDr., Port Neches 77651
Mrs. Gladys Hudnall, 8612 Winding Walk, Austin 78758
Mrs. J. H. Hudson, 2142 Campbell Rd., Houston 77080
Mrs. Robert L. Hummer, 10606 Sunflower Lane, San Antonio 78213
Myra Irwin, 231 Dresden Dr., San Antonio 78213
Mrs. Edward A. Jackson, 7305 Ledoux, Ft. Worth 76134
Mrs. Mary C. Janson, 3920 Savannah Dr., Garland 75041
t* Mrs. Dwight W. Jeffrey, 1918 Williamsburg Row, Denton 76201
Mrs. Susan Jones, 2109 Vernon, Nederland 77621
Mrs. B. F. Ketcherside, 810 Cactus Dr., Bridge Gty 77611
Betty J. Kohlmyer, 7046 Glenfield, San Antonio 78227
David E. Kohlmyer, 7046 Glenfield, San Antonio 78227
Mrs. John Kreska, 13574 Brookgreen Dr., Dallas 75240
Mrs. C. E. Laird, 3111 Callaway Dr., Nederland 77627
t* Raymond H. Lange, 413 Westgate Dr., Corpus Christi 78408
Nancy D. Lee, 15511 Canterbury For. Dr., Tomball 77375
Flora Leger, 4870 Galveston, Beaumont 77703
Mrs. Earl Looper, 5125 8th St., Port Arthur 77640
Barbara Lorimor, 21215 Abby Oaks Cir., Houston 77073
Natalie McWaters, 8114 Langdon Ln., Houston 77036
A1 Marble, 11382 Rupley Ln., Dallas 75218
Mary Marble, 11382 Rupley Ln., Dallas 75218
Mrs. Don Monroe, 1658 E. Northwest Hwy. 1094, Garland 75041
Mrs. Susan Myers, 4922 Loch Lomond, Houston 770%

Mrs. George Nash, 1515 Annette St., Kingsville 78363
Mrs. Mary K. Neff, 630 Chamberlin Dr., Beaumont 77707
Mrs. Gordon Nettleton, 2611 E. Southlake Blvd., Grapevine 76051
t Mrs. Donald L. Nichols, 2707 Ripplesprings Ct., Arlington 76016
Mrs. Peggy Nicholson, 114 Milford, San Antonio 78213
Dot Novak, 4806 Swan Lake, Waco 76710
Mrs. David Nurenberg, 1 Sleepy Oaks, Hunters Creek Village,
Houston 77024

Mrs. O. L. Oliver, Jr., 4205 8th St., Brownwood 76801
Mrs. T. W. Padgett, 2005 Mill Creek Dr., Arlington 76010
Mary L. Parchman, 7219 Coronado Dr., Austin 78752
Mrs. W. H. Patterson, 2005 Arbrook Blvd., Arlington 76015
Frances Peoples, Rt. 7, Box 545, Conroe 77304
Geviene Perkins, 9807 Foxrun Ct., Houston 77080
Mrs. Don Phillijjs, Rt. 5, Box 1618, College Station 77840
Bethany 1. Picard, 16018 Havenhurst, Houston 77059
Mrs. O. G. Pierson, 5629 Westcreek Dr., Ft. Worth 76133
Becky Pinion. 112 Gvil Drive, League Gty 77573
Mrs. Jesse R. Pittman, 12406 Alexandria, San Antonio 78233
Mrs. Aubrey C. Powell, 3316 Glade Rd., Colleyville 76034
Mrs. Charles Ramser, 2413 Martin, Wichita Falls 76308
L. Sue Ratliff, 4412 Starlight Dr., Ft. Worth 76117
Linda D. Ray, Rt. 4, Box 212, College Station 77840
Mrs. Larry Rexilius, 6014 Dellfem St., Houston 77035
Mrs. Aloha H. Rhodes, Box 57, Manchaca 78652
* Mrs. Robert Riquelmy, 506 Winslow, Bellaire 77401
Mrs. Mollie Ritchie, 4608 Birch, Bellaire 77401
Mrs. Martin E. Roberts, 14823 Oak Bern! Dr., Houston 77079
Mrs. Jimmy Robinson, 3220 Amherst, Dallas 75225
Mrs. Don E. Roose, Jr., 7302 Eichler Dr., Houston 77036

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51

Mrs. B. A. Russell, 5926 Jackwood, Houston TVQfJ^

Mrs. Grace G. Rynders, 4438 Abbott Ave., Dallas 75205

Mrs. Roger G. Sanderfer, 5626 Dominica, Corpus Christi 78411

Carol Black Sparger, 1605 Florence, Arlington 76010

Mrs. J. D. Spjence, 6808 Duquesne Dr., Austin 78723

Mrs. Charles E. Spencer, 4204 Highland Dr., Wichita Falls 76308

Mrs. Larry Spengler, 154 Sullivan, San Antonio 78213

Mrs. Elizabeth Spidle, 5620 Hooks Ave., Beaumont 77706

Mrs. W. B. Stallings, 3709 Glenmont Dr., Ft. Worth 76133

Mrs. N. Ruth Steele, Six Hibury, Houston 77024

Nancee A. Stevens, 2421 27th St., Nederland 77627

Mrs. Beulah B. Stewart, 3301 Austin, Corpus Christi 78411

Mrs. Ann Stiefel, 610 Hether Springs Dr., La Porte 77571

Mrs. E. L. Stryk, 1980 Cliff St., Austin 78705

Mrs. Byron E. Taggart, 326 Barbara Dr., San Antonio 78216

Carol Thomas, 9813 Deer Trail, Houston 77038

Mrs. Forrest A. Thomp)son, 801 Alden, Corpus Christi 78412

Pamela Truehardt, 263 Lanark, San Antonio 78218

Mrs. Byron Turner, P.O. Box 29727, Dallas 75229

Mrs. Tommy Valenta, 806 Floradale, Austin 78753

Mrs. J. M. Walbrick, 5235 Kingston Dr., Wichita Falls 76310

Mrs. Florence C. Walker, 406 Pebble Brook Dr., Seabrook 77586

Mrs. Robert Walworth, P.O. Box 1304, Beaumont 77704

* Mrs. T. L. Wheeler, 1015 Plymouth Rd., Dallas 75208
Mrs. T. G. White, 1536 Hill Cr., S. Dr., Marble Falls 78654
Mrs. Bill Whitehead, 601 Kipling, Waco 76710

Mrs. Vennielea Whitfield, 2511 Wedglea, No. 1002, Dallas 75211

* Mis. j. j. Wiesner, 533 Olmos Dr. E. San Antonio 78212
Nancy Ann Wilson, 466 Schmeltzer Lane, San Antonio 78213

* Mrs. George D. Yantis, 244 Montclair Dr., Corpus Christi 78412
t* Mrs. Fred Young, 6109 Shadow Mountain Dr., Austin 78731

Myrlene M. Zimmerman, 56 River Plantation Dr., Conroe 77301

UTAH

Ilene Jorgensen, 4571 S. 2770 East, Salt Lake City 84117
Rob McFarland, 210 S. 1300 East, Bountiful 84010
Monte Pearce, 877 E. 300 N., Layton 84041
Mary Schultz, 1122 E. 6th N., Bountiful 84010

VIRGINIA

t* Mrs. Mary A. Boland, 6415 Wilcox Court, Alexandria 22310

* Mrs. Alberta Lee Cooke, 1930 Kennedy Dr., Apt. T-1, McLear
22102

* Mary Ann Giangerelli, 2710 Viking Dr., Herndon 22070
Laurene Jones, 3430 Luttrell Rd., Annandale 22003

* Opal L. Nuyianes, 12808 Thompson Rd., Fairfax 22033
Grace O. Helds, Rt. 1, Box 166, Trevilians 23170

t* Mrs. Stanley E. Skelton, 3910 Larchwood Rd., Falls Church 22041
Julia L. Stahl, 5832 New England Woods Dr., Burke 22015
Mrs. Dorothy Stepp, 1728 S. Pollard St., Arlington 22204
Jimmy L. Young, 300 Brittain Ln., Hampton 23669

WASHINGTON

* Mrs. Marlin Freter, 1118 23rd Ave., Longview 98632

* Mrs. E. A. Peterson, 2256 Cascade W., Longview 98632

WISCONSIN

Mrs. Jean Achauer, 7818 W. Lynmar Ct., Milwaukee 53222
Miss Jeannette Achauer, 7818 W. Lynmar Ct., Milwaukee 53222
t* Miss Jeannine Achauer, 7818 W. Lynmar Ct., Milwaukee 53222
Mrs. Roy Bartel, 6409 W. WUbur Ave., Milwaukee 53220
Mrs. Roy J. Berken, 2100 Ka^er Dr., Green Bay 54304
Mrs. David E. Buchta, 2822 Michigan Blvd., Racine 53402
Mrs. Rita Buraczewski, 14520 W. Qeveland Ave., New Berlin 53151
Mrs. Marilyn Corlew, 4535 N. Cramer St., Whitefish Bay 53211
Mrs. Leon Hedler, Rt. 1, Prescott 54021
Mrs. Arthur W. Geisler, 1516 East Olive St., Milwaukee 53211
Mrs. Suzanne George, 3473 S. 83rd St., Apt. 4, Milwaukee 53219

Mrs. Alfred J. Gilson, 1255 Castle Ave., Sheboygan 53081
Mrs. Jeanne Kappel, 4322 Hillcrest Dr., Madison 53705
Chris Kemmerling, 3775 S. 27 St., No. 100, Milwaukee 53221
Patricia A. Knott, 3122 S. 20th St., Sheboygan 53081
T* Mrs. William Krogman, 1325 Parkway Drive, Brookfield 53005
Josephine langowski, 5829 S. New York Ave., Cudahay 53110
Ann Leach, 2473 Sun Valley Ct., Green Bay 54303
Mrs. Joseph Leider, Jr., 743 Vine St., Union Grove 53182
Nita Loper, Box 191, Lyon's Valley Rd., Lander 82520
Mrs. L. B. Men^l, 5616 W. Cairdel Lane, Mequon 53092
Mrs. Irene P. Merrell, 409 Hillendale Dr., Oconomowoc 53066
Mi^ Leona J. Neidert, 11457 W. Forest Home Ave., Franklin 53132
Virginia Oakland, 6225 S 120th St., Hales Comers 53130
Mrs. Kay Olson, 415 Brookridge St., Green Bay 54301
Mrs. Victor Glenn Richter, Rt. 2, Box 232A, Kiel 53042
Mrs. John F. Roe, 4417 Boulder Terrace, Madison 53711
Karter G. Wilkening, 2705 S. 45th St., Milwaukee 53219

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To Become A Star

Chellie Bass

It takes a heap of unconquerable effort to develop a
star after its birth . . , first, a heap of competition,
determination, and acute precision ... to separate it
from the family hearth . . . then you've got to work,
sit and watch beside it . . . as it finds its roots and
way . . . because it must learn to love the things you
do for it by using them each day ... so you find your
soul more or less wrapped around it . . .it grows into
your heart ... so now at the Show your beauty has
lovelier grown . . . and priceless joy has caused your
tears to start . . . for now your violet has become
a Star!

TWO WINNERS — Pictured above is Mrs.
O. P. Wilson (left) with her plant ‘Autumn
Honey' which won Best in Show and Mrs. T. K.
Thomas (right) with her plant ‘Cotton Bowl' win¬
ner of the Award of Merit. Both plants won at
the show “Violets For All Seasons" given by
Top Choice AVS of Shreveport, LA.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

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Bylaws of the African Violet Society of America, Inc.

Organized November 8, 1946
Incorporated June 30, 1947

Adopted At Regular Annual Meeting
Philadelphia, PA, May 13, 1950

As Amended Milwaukee, WI, April 18, 1970
As Amended, New Orleans, LA, May 3, 1980
As Amaided, San Francisco, CA, May 20, 1981

ARTICLE I

Name and Object

Section 1

NAME: This society shall be known as the African Violet Society
of America.

Section 2

SEAL: The corporate seal of the society shall be kept at the business
office of the society.

Section 3

NON-PROFIT: This society shall be and exist as a non-pro¬
fit organization.

Section 4

OBJECT: The object of the society shall be to afford a convenient
and beneficial association of persons interested in the African violet
(Saintpaulia); to stimulate a widespread interest in the propagation
and culture of African violets; to promote ways and means for the
distribution of all varieties and species among the members and
others interested in growing them and to gather and publish reliable,
practical information concerning this organization, the culture and
propagation of the African violet, and other articles of interest to
the members.

ARTICLE II

Membership and Dues

Section 1

ELIGIBILITY: Any person interested in the growing of African
violets shall be eligible to membership in this society.

Section 2

CLASSES: There shall be six (6) classes of membership in the
society, namely:

a. INDIVIDUAL: which shall be any one person.

b. ASSOCIATE: which shall be any person living at the same
address as a person having any other class of membership. An
associate member shall not receive the society magazine or
notices of meetings and bylaws amendments carried therein
but shall have all other privileges of an individual member by
paying half the dues required for individual membership.

c. COMMERCIAL; which shall be all persons or firms who
advertise consistently and/or sell one thousand (1,000) or
more African violet plants or leaf cuttings annually or who
manufacture or advertise for sale, fertilizer, disease and insect
control materials, equipment, tools or any other merchandise
pertaining to or applicable to growing African violets.

d. SUSTAINING: which shall be those individuals or organiza¬
tions interested in the object of this Society and paying the
Sustaining Membership fee.

e. LIFE: which shall exempt such members from annual dues
upon payment of the life membership fee.

f. HONORARY LIFE: which shall be persons given a life
membership by the society for outstanding services. They
shall have all of the privileges of membership but shall be
exempt from future payment of dues.

Section 3

AWARD MEMBERSHIPS: may be given by the Awards Committee
with the approval of the executive committee provided not more
than one (1) honorary life membership nor more than ten (10) yearly
memberships may be awarded during any one (1) term.

Section 4

REVOKE: The Board of Directors may revoke any membership for
just cause provided that refund shall be made to life members in the
amount paid by them minus the accumulative sum for individual
membership to date of revocation.

Section 5

DUES: The amount of dues for each membership shall be deter¬
mined by vote of the Board of Directors provided that no increase
shall exceed fifty percent (50%) of the amount puid in the current
year, or be effective within twelve (12) months of any previous
increase. Dues shall be payable in advance, to the treasurer of the
society and shall cover the twelve (12) month period from the first
day of March through the last day of February.

Section 6

MEMBERSHIP VOTE: Each paid to date membership shall entitle
the holder to voice and vote in the business meetings of the society.

ARTICLE III

Affiliations and Charters
Section 1

AFFILIATED CHAFTERS; Any group of persons interested in
African violets may form a chapter and affiliate with the society
upon payment of the fee set for such affiliation and in return they
shall receive copies of publications which may be sent to any
member of their choice: the AVSA Collection Award, first and
second place; AVSA Standard Show Award, and AVSA Standard
Show Achievement Award and other awards as may be determined
by the Board of Directors in the future, and library service if desired.

Section 2

Groups of members and/or societies in one or more states or
countries may affiliate as Councils, State Societies or Regional
Group Societies upon payment of the fee set for such affiliation and
shall be entitled to receive the AVSA Collection Award, first and
second place, AVSA Standard Show Award, and AVSA Standard
Show Achievement Award, library service, and the AVSA Sweep-
stakes Award.

Section 3

JUDGES COUNCILS; Groups of judges from one or more states,
districts, or areas may affiliate as Judges Councils upon payment of
the fee set for such affiliation and in return they shall be entitled to
the AVSA Collection Award, first and second place; AVSA Stan¬
dard Show Award and AVSA Standard Show Achievement Award,
library service, and the AVSA Sweepstakes Award.

Section 4

CHARTERS: shall be issued to all affiliated groups upon registering
the name of the group with the Affiliate Chairman. A president's

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card is available to those groups who supply the name and address
of the group president.

Section 5

VOTING STATUS: Affiliated groups as such shall have no voice or
vote in the society business meetings and no member of a group may
use the group's affiliation for individual membership privileges.

Section 6

REVOKE: The Board of Directors may revoke any charter for just
cause, but no individual member shall lose membership because of
the loss of the group charter.

ARTICLE IV

Meetings and Quorum

Section 1

ANNUAL MEETINGS: shall be held at the convention which shall
be held at such time and place each year as the Board of Directors
shall determine.

Section 2

SPECIAL MEETINGS: may be called by the Board of Directors or
the president and two (2) other elected officers.

Section 3

QUORUM: at any of the society meetings shall be fifty (50) indi¬
vidual members each of whom must be able to produce a paid to
date membership card.

Section 4

QUORUM: at any meeting of the Board of Directors shall be ten (10)
members of the Board.

ARTICLE V

Officers and Their Duties

Section 1

ELECTIVE OFFICERS: The elected officers of this society shall be:

a. PRESIDENT: who shall have general superintendency of the
affairs of the society; preside at meetings of the society. Board
of Directors, and executive committee; keep informed on all
work of the society and make reports thereon as may be
required; appoint committee chairmen; fill all vacancies in
offices and committees during the term; countersign checks
drawn on the treasury; be a member ex-officio of all commit¬
tees except the nominating; and assume other duties necessary
in the best interest of the society.

b. FIRST VICE PRESIDENT: who shall preside at meetings in the
absence of the president or when called upon; countersign
checks when the president or treasurer cannot sign; and per¬
form other duties as assigned.

c. SECOND VICE PRESIDENT: who shall preside at meetings in
the absence of the president and first vice president or when
called upon; and perform other duties as assigned.

d. THIRD VICE PRESIDENT: who shall preside at meetings in
the absence of the president, first and second vice presidents
or when called upon, and perform other duties as assigned.

e. SECRETARY: who shall be responsible for keeping accurate
records of the meetings of the society, Board of Directors, and
executive committee; and assume other duties relative to the
office or that may be assigned.

f. TREASURER: who shall be responsible for the safe keeping of
the society funds and payment of bills by checks signed by
two (2) of the three officers recognized by the banks to sign
checks; keep an accurate book record of all monies received
and disbursed; render financial reports as the Board of Direc¬
tors may require; and help prepare the annual budget in
detail. He shall be bonded in an amount set by the Board of

Directors and shall submit all records related to the treasury
for audit annually by a Certified Public Accountant selected
by the executive committee. The cost of both audit and bond
shall be included in the budget and shall be paid by the
society. The Certified Public Accountant's report shall
be sent to the members of the Board in advance of each
annual meeting.

Section 2

DIRECTORS: There shall be sixteen (16) directors elected from the
membership-at-large, one (1) of which shall be a resident of the
Dominion of Canada. They shall be elected to serve terms of three
(3) years each, five (5) being elected each year.

Section 3

PARLIAMENTARIAN: A parliamentarian may be appointed by the
president to serve at the annual meeting, or for the entire term,
remuneration to be decided by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE VI

Nominations and Elections

Section 1

ELIGIBILITY: To be eligible to hold office in this society a nominee
must be a member in good standing and have served at least one (1)
year as a member of the Board of Directors.

Section 2

TERMS OF OFFICE: The terms of officers shall be one (1) year or
until their successors are elected and each term shall begin at the
conclusion of the annual convention at which they are elected
excepting that of the directors, which shall be governed by Section 2,
of Article V. No elected officer shall serve more than two (2) con¬
secutive terms in the same office excepting the secretary and
treasurer whose terms may be unlimited and the directors who shall
not succeed themselves.

Section 3

NOMINATIONS: shall be offered as follows:

a. By a nominating committee.

b. From the floor, the nominees being present.

Section 4

ELECTIONS: shall be by ballot excepting when there is only one
(1) name in nomination for an office, in which case the secretary
may cast the ballot or it may be dispensed with in favor of viva
voce voting.

ARTICLE VII

Administration and Management

Section 1

The Board of Directors shall consist of elected officers, the sixteen
(16) directors, the immediate past president, and the chairmen of
standing committees. This Board shall:

a. Manage the society affairs between annual meetings.

b. Have the same officers as those elected by the society.

c. Meet regularly immediately before and after the annual con¬
vention of the society. Special meetings may be called by the
president or upon request of the executive committee.

d. Set the policies of the society and make their own standing
rules provided they do not conflict with the bylaws of
the society.

e. Appoint an editor of publications, who shall be responsible
for the preparation and issuance of all publications authorized
by the Board of Directors.

f. Submit the minutes of all meetings of the Board of Directors
for publication in one of the first two African Violet Magazine
issues following the convention.

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Section 2

THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: shall consist of the elected officers
and they shall have the authority to conduct any necessary business
of the society during the interim between meetings of the Board
of Directors.

Section 3

EXECUTIVE PERSONNEL: An executive director may be selected
and appointed by such procedure as deemed advisable by the Board
of Directors. The salary of such person and any additional
employees necessary for the management of the society shall be set
by the Board of Directors who shall also have the power to remove
any salaried employee. The authority to employ and the power to
remove subordinate personnel may be delegated by the Board of
Directors to the executive committee or executive director.

Section 4

INDEBTEDNESS: The officers, executive committee, Board of
Directors, or anyone delegated by them shall not incur any debt or
liability in the name of the society beyond the available or maturing
funds in the treasury, excluding any monies or securities held for
specific purposes.

Section 5

INVESTMENTS: All monies received for life membership dues shall
be invested by the treasurer as directed by the Board of Directors.
The interest in part accruing therefrom shall be used to provide for
subscriptions each year at the rate of one-half the regular
subscription price, for each Life member and for each Honorary
Life member.

Section 6

BONDS: All society officers, committee chairmen, members and
employees handling society funds, shall be bonded in a blanket
bond, the cost of same to be paid by the society.

ARTICLE VIII

Committees

Section 1

STANDING COMMITTEES: shall not exceed sixteen (16) in
number, including Affiliates, Awards, Boyce Edens Research Fund,
Commercial Activities, Commercial Sales and Exhibits, Convention
Program, Convention Show, Convention Time and Place, Finance,
Judges, Teachers and Judging Schools, Library, Membership and
Promotion, Nominating, Plant Registration, Publications and
Research. These committees shall perform duties as specified in the
bylaws, standing rules, and as ordered by the Board of Directors.

a. THE FINANCE COMMITTEE: shall prepare a budget in
detail for guidance during the ensuing year. A sum shall be
included in the budget to cover reasonable traveling expenses
of officers and committee chairmen while engaged in travel on
essential business of the society when authorized by the Presi¬
dent. To be effective the budget must be approved by the
Board of Directors.

b. BOYCE EDENS RESEARCH FUND COMMITTEE: shall
collect the Boyce Edens Research Fund contributions and
remit same to treasurer, who shall maintain this fund in a
separate account to be used for research funds.

c. THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE: shall consist of five (5)
members who shall be appointed by the president with the
approval of the Board of Directors. Three (3) members of this
committee shall serve terms of three (3) years each, one (1)
being appointed each year and the remaining two (2) shall be
past presidents of the society who may serve an unlimited
number of years but the appointment of which shall be
annually. This committee shall select one (1) nominee from a
list of those having served at least one (1) year on the Board of
Directors) for each office to be filled; and the names selected

shall be submitted to the president (after confirming that they
will serve if elected) in ample time to notify the membership
by mail or through the magazine at least thirty (30) days in
advance of the annual convention date.

Section 2

SPECIAL COMMITTEES: may be appointed by the president
during the term, with the approval of the executive committee,
which may be obtained by mail.

ARTICLE IX

Parlaimentary Authority

Section 1

ROBERT'S RULES OF ORDER REVISED shall be the parliamentary
authority on all questions not covered in these bylaws.

ARTICLE X

Section 1

AMEND: These bylaws may be amended at any meeting of this
society provided: the amendments have been sent to each member of
the society except associate members at least thirty ( 30) days prior to
the meeting date; and they have been approved by at least a two-
thirds (Va) vote of the Board of Directors.

Section 2

REVISED: These bylaws may be revised in the same manner as
amended excepting that a revision must be ordered by a two-thirds
(Va) vote of the Board of Directors or by the assembly at a regular
convention meeting of the society.

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Deadlines must be observed if your "Coming Event" is to get in
the right magazine! See Inside Cover Page, "Strictly Business", to
know when these deadlines occur . . . and then observe them!

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

55

Affiliate ‘appenings

Mrs. Lyndall Owens
377 Guilford Park
Conroe, TX 77302

(ATTENTION AFFILIATES: The Magazine will list only top honors received at your shows. This will include: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette). Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), Best in Show, Best in Design, Best Trailer, Best Miniature, Best Semiminiature, Best
Gesneriad, Sweepstakes winner.)

Many of you continue to send in too much information, which we cannot print because of lack of space. Please read the following writeups
and follow similar style when sending in your shows.

“A Palette of Violets" was the theme for the 1st AVS OF SAN
ANTONIO with Loretta Valenta serving as show chairman.
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Mary C',
'Mark', 'Wisteria'; Best in Show, 'Something Special'; Second Best in
Show 'Blue Boy'; Sweepstakes winner, Alice Weisner; Second Best
AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Beginner's Luck', 'Green Blush',
'Irish Angel', Margaret Kerr; Best in Design, "Violet Portrait", Mary
Adel Schneider.

ALBUQUERQUE AVC of New Mexico had Mrs. James N. Tallant
for a show chairman with a theme "Violets on Parade". Winners;
Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Peggy Staat', 'Sylvan Blue',
'Like Wow Sport'; Best Trailer, 'Ruth's Lady'; Best Semiminiature,
'Snoopy'; Sweepstakes winner, Mabel Tanner; Best in Show, 'Silver
Celebration', Cal Iskra; Best in Arrangement, "Mobile", Joy Tallant;
Best Artistic Planting, "Easter Parade", Janice Sorenson; Best Small
Garden, Kathy Delaney; Best Miniature, 'Wee Dreamer', Rosolie
Rumple; Best Gesneriad, 'N. Cosadula', Peggy Staat.

"All Aboard the Violet Express" was the theme of the ALPHA
AVS of Dallas, TX. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Cotton Bowl', 'Charylene Reed', 'Dutchman', Grace Davis; Second
Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Frosty Trail', 'Pip Squeek',
'Lil Creeper'; Best in Show, 'Lisa Louise'; Best in Design, "Circus
Comes to Town"; Best Trailer, 'Frosty Trail'; Best Miniature,
'Milady'; Sweepstakes winner (34 blue ribbons), Suzanne Roberts;
Second Best in Show, 'Promises', Kathy Hill; Best in Design (stan¬
dard), "Santa Fe Trail", Kathy Mills; Best Semiminiature, 'Barn's
Blue Bird', Mary Janson. Suzanne Roberts was Show Chairman.

The AVC OF TRENTON, NJ had as a show theme "A Sweet Shop
of Violets" with Flora Semen serving as Show Chairman. Winners:
Best in Show, 'Chris Leppard'; Horticulture Sweepstakes winner.
Penny Wisniewski; Second Best in Show, 'Woodland Sprite'; Artis¬
tic Best in Design, "Sweet Street"; Best Trailer, 'Pip Squeek'; Best
Miniature, 'Little Rascal'; Design Sweepstakes, Elizabeth Miller; Best
in Design (arrangement), "Red Hots", Margaret Hughes; Best
Semiminiature, 'Blue Sprite', Ruth banning; Best Gesneriad, 'S.
Pusilla', Evelyn Hyer.

"Seasons" was the theme for the AVS OF BIRMINGHAM, AL and
Mrs. Palmer H. Bell was Show Chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Col¬
lection (gold rosette), 'Sister Ancilla', 'Maryland', 'Springtime';
Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Little Jim', 'Icicle
Trinket', 'Little Angel'; Best in Show, 'Sister Ancilla'; Second Best in
Show, 'Mrs. Ike', Mrs. Clarence Boggan; Best in Design, "Fall", Sue
Oztekin; Best Trailer, 'Tuscon Trail'; Best Miniature, 'Bionic Pink';
Best Semiminiature, 'Little Jim'; Sweepstakes Winner, Kay Rice; Best
Gesneriad, 'Aeschynanthus', Martha Owen Bell.

The AVS OF CT was saddened by the loss of their show cochair¬
man Roslyn (Mrs. Henry) Nurin, so the show was dedicated to her.
Henry Nurin presented the club with a perpetual plaque and trophy
in her honor for Best in Show. Theme for the show "African Violet

Routes". Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Mighty
Mini', 'Something Special', 'Mark'; Best in Show, 'Mighty Mini';
Best Miniature, 'Tiny Sparkles'; Sweepstakes winner, Mrs. Joseph
Stramandole; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Cor¬
pus Christi', 'Disco Dazzler', 'Tommie Lou', Mrs. George Ostrosky;
Second Best in Show, 'Diplotricha'; Best Trailer, 'Snowy Trails'; Best
Semiminiature, 'Blue Sprite', Mrs. John Kosik; Best Design Division,
Ron Murrey; Best Gesneriad, 'Cleopatra', John Kosik. Michael
Luango was the other cochairman for the show.

Mrs. Debbie Meier was the show chairman for the AVS OF FORT
WALTON BEACH, FL Theme: "Springtime With Violets". Winners:
Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Frosted Plum', 'Alouette',
'Peach Lace', Mrs. Betty Tracy; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'Marstell', 'Pink 'N Ink', 'Bold Charm'; Best in
Show, 'Colorado'; Second Best in Show, 'Maryland'; Best in Design,
"Sea Breezes"; Best Trailer, 'Trails Delight'; Best Miniature, 'Delta
Rose'; Best Semiminiature, 'Red Dragon'; Sweepstakes winner, Mrs.
Reba Anderson.

The AVS OF GREATER NEW YORK of Flushing, NY celebrated
its 25th anniversary with "Silver Reflections". Mrs. Judy Bielskas
served as Chairman, assisted by Mrs. Sophia Grieves as cochairman.
Winners: Queen of Show, 'Mrs. Gregg'; Princess, 'Lizetta'; Hor¬
ticultural Sweepstakes and Design Sweepstakes, Rose Ghossn;
Runner-up to Queen, 'Amazing Grace' and Runner-up to Princess,
'Debbie'; Best Gesneriad, 'Florence K Anzel hybrid', Sophia Grieves;
Best Miniature, 'Tweeny Weeny', Henrietta Lynch; Best
Semiminiature, 'Little Jim', Margaret Lane; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Blue',
Carolyn Klein.

AVS OF LOWER BUCKS COUNTY, PA held its annual show
with a theme of "Violets — Win — Place — Show". Mrs. Fay Chad¬
wick was Show chairman. Winners: Best in Show, 'Mariam Steele';
Best Gesneriad, 'Strepcarpus', Mrs. Connie Baer; Second Best in
Show, 'Sylvan Blue'; Best in Design, Mrs. Bea Gibbons; Best
Semiminiature, 'Pink-'N-Ink', Mrs. Helen Butcher; Sweepstakes
winner, Mrs. Vera Seborowski.

THE AVS OF MINNESOTA had for a theme "Violet Festival" and
Mrs. Monroe Trapp was show chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Col¬
lection (gold rosette), 'Tina', 'The King', 'Garnet Elf', Mrs. Leon
Fiedler; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'New Jersey',
'Erica', 'French Lilac'; Second Best in Show, 'Irish Angel', Mrs.
Monroe Trapp; Best in Show, 'Little Love', Mrs. Kathy Johnson;
Best Trailer, 'Jet Trail'; Sweepstakes Winner, Mrs. Judy Newman;
Best Miniature, 'Little Love'; Best Semiminiature, 'Irish Angel'.

Winners for the AVS OF NORTHERN ILL., INC. was announced
after their show "Violets In An Old Fashion Way", with Virginia
Beatty serving as show chairman. Best in Show, 'Tommie Lou', Ruth
Haak; Second Best in Show, 'Purple Crest'; Best Miniature 'Tiny
Fantasy Pink'; Sweepstakes winner, Lu Alt; Best in Design and Best
Trailer, Jean Barnes.

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The Pensacola Garden Center was the site of the AVS OF PEN¬
SACOLA, FL show with these winners; Best in Show, 'Dixie Joy';
Second Best in Show, 'Barbara Sisk'; Sweepstakes ( 22 blue ribbons),
Beth Mullinax; Best Semiminiature, 'Fluere Petite'; Best Miniature,
'Tiny Tantasy', Peggy Walsh; Best in Design, "Southern Style", Pat
Landry; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Cleopatra', Louise Merritt. Mrs. Peggy
Walsh was the show chairman.

AVS OF PHILADELPHIA show was cochaired by James H.
Klawitter and Thomas Seiler. Theme was "An Opera of Grand
Violets". Winners: Best in Show, 'Hall of Fame', Margaret Cass;
Second Best in Show, 'Big Splash', Halver Van Dame; Best in
Design, Dish Garden; Best Gesneriad, 'Episcia Pink Velvet';
Sweepstakes in Design, Marlen Brown; Sweepstakes in Horticulture,
Alice Easter.

"Violets, The Greatest Show on Earth", was the theme of the AVS
OF SPRINGHELD, Delaware Co., PA. Winners: AVSA Collection
(gold rosette), 'The Redhead', 'Dyn-O-Mite', 'The King', Mrs.
Richard Jones; Best in Show, 'Sashah'; Second Best in Show, 'Ballet
Marta'; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Blue'; Best Miniature, 'Fantasy'; Best
Semiminiature, 'Irish Angel'; Sweepstakes winner, Mrs. F. B.
McLaughlin; Best in Design, "The Snake Charmer", Mrs. Carlos
Rios; Best Gesneriad, 'S. Pink Blush', Mrs. J. Roland Smith. Show
Chairman was Mrs. Charles A. Wood.

THE AVS OF STATEN ISLAND, NY held its show with Mrs. Sigi
Stackhammer serving as show chairman. "A Blooming Violet
Mystery" was the theme. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette). Granger's 'Pink Snow', 'Abigail Adams', 'Something
Special'; Best in Show, Granger's 'Pink Snow'; Best Trailer, 'Snowy
Trail', Edward Bradford; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple
rosette), 'Flamingo', 'Becky', 'Ballet Marta'; Second Best in Show,
'Double Peacherino'; Best Semiminiature, 'Little Rascal'; Best in
Design, "The Butterfly"; Sweepstakes winner, Raymond Dooley;
Best Miniature, 'Wee Hope', Ann Dooley'; Best Gesneriad, 'S.
Marina', Florence Grouqalis.

THE AVS OF SYRACUSE, NY held its annual show, "Violets In
Style" with Janet Lottermoser and Fred Ticknor as co-chairmen.
Winners; Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Grand Filane',
'Silver Lining', 'French Lilac', Barbara Hubbard; Second AVSA Col¬
lection (purple rosette), 'Maiden Voyage', 'Coral Queen', 'Nona
Weber', Judy Rupert; Best Miniature, 'Mini Fantasy', Wayne Doran;
Sweepstakes winner (77 blue ribbons), Ruth Meek.

"Days of Wine and Violets" was the theme for the AVS OF
WESTERN NEW YORK show. Winners: Best AVSA Collection
(gold rosette), 'Tommie Lou', 'Maas Variegated Gorgeous',
'Rosalynn Carter'; Second Best in Show, 'Springtime', Mrs. Eric
Vanhoue; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), Mary D',
Granger's 'Jim Dandy', 'Celine'; Best in Show, Mary D';
Sweepstakes (63 blue ribbons), Mrs. Peter Oehman; Best in Design,
"Bubbles in the Wine", Mrs. Delton Simar; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Blue',
Mrs. Arthur Duffin; Best Miniature, 'Little Love', Mrs. Gary Davis;
Best Semiminiature, 'Loverly'; Runner-up to Sweepstakes (37 blue
ribbons) Ralph Robinson; Best Gesneriad 'S. Mason's White', Mrs.
Julie Reidel. Show chairman was Mrs. Peter J. Oehman.

AVS OF WIREGRASS, AL had as a theme for their show "Sing a
Song of Violets", with Julia Johnson serving as Show chairman.
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Gail', Granger's
'Charmaine', Granger's 'Wonderland'; Sweepstakes winner, Syble
Adams; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Wisteria',
'Abigail Adams', 'Tiger'; Best in Show, 'Wisteria'; Best
Semiminiature, 'Autumn Lou', J. T. Ogletree; Second Best in Show,
Silver Lining', Pat Kimes; Best in Design, "Rhapsody in Blue", Ruby
Crumpler; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Blue', Evelyn Jones; Best Miniature,

'Midget Valentine', Syble Adams; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Satin Brocade',
Mary Leuenberger.

The AV STUDY CLUB OF BIRMINGHAM, AL, "Violets South of
the Border" was chairmanned by Gladys Holcomb. Winners: Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Ballet Heidi', 'Corpus Christi',
'Wonderland'; Second AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Candy
Lips', Champion's 'Water Lily', Granger's 'Sylvan Blue'; Sweepstakes
winner, Dennis Luft; Best in Show, 'Fancy Trails'; Second Best in
Show, 'Nancy Reagan'; Best Trailer, 'Fancy Trails'; Best Miniature,
'Dancing Dolls'; Best Semiminiature, 'Bionic Pink', Kay Rice; Best in
Design, Mrs. Kathleen Lumpkin; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Cleopatra'.

"Violets in Three-Quarter Time" was the theme for the BALBOA
PARK AVS of San Diego, CA, with Leonard C. King serving as its
chairman: Winners: Best in Show, 'Victor Constantinov'; Best
Miniature, 'Teeny-Weeny'; Best Semiminiature, 'Love Token', Genie
Hammond; Best in Design, "Blue Danube", Barbara Wallace; Best
Trailer, 'Pixie Blue', Edie North; Best Gesneriad, 'Cleopatra',
Kemary Crowder; Sweepstakes winner, Frances C. King.

BALTIMORE AVC of Baltimore, MD had as show chairman
Emily Holtman. Theme for the show was "Violets Travel The
World". Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Mark',
'Alouette', 'Grand Finale'; Second Best in Show, 'Mark', Ron
Balotin; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Sanibel',
'Something Special', 'China Pink'; Best in Show, 'Sanibel', Marie
Burns; Best in Design, "Journey To The Orient", Toki Ridinger; Best
Trailer, 'Pixie Blue'; Best Gesneriad, Nemathanthus 'Cheerio', Betty
Lages; Best Miniature, 'Snow Bells'; Sweepstakes winner (43 blue
ribbons), Margaret Harcourt; Best Semiminiature, 'Irish Angel',
Emily Holtman.

BARRINGTON BLOOMERS AVS of Barrington, IL had as a
theme for their show, "When You Wish Upon A Violet". Show
chairman was Mrs. Sherry Stanlik. Winners: Best AVSA Collection
(gold rosette), 'Mary D', 'Delf Imperial', 'Pink Illusion'; Second Best
in Show, 'Delf Imperial'; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Pink'; Sweepstakes (28
blue ribbons), Sara Conduff; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple
rosette). Sugar Blues', Lavender Tempest', 'Peach Frost'; Best
Gesneriad, 'Episcea County Cowboy', Ruth Haak; Best in Show,
'Little Rascal'; Best Miniature, 'Little Rascal'; Runner-up to
Sweepstakes (25 blue ribbons), Joan Pugsley; Best in Design,
"Woodland Wishing", Pat Finley.

The BAY STATE AVS held its annual show in Natick, MA with
"Spring's Happenings" as its theme. Winners: Best AVSA Collection
(gold rosette), 'Mark', 'Chanticleer', 'Royal Ruby', Bruce Frye;
Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), Top Dollar',
'Heather Blue', 'Wonderland'; Best Semiminiature, 'Blue Sprite';
Sweepstakes winner, Jessie Crisafulli; Best in Show, 'Allouette', John
Mashuta; Best Trailer, Mrs. David Sweet; Best Miniature, 'Little
Echo'; Best Gesneriad, 'columnea cayugan', Colleen Delmolino.
Show chairman was Marcia Balonis.

The BERGEN COUNTY AVS, NJ had as its theme "Upstairs,
Downstairs" and Mrs. Lorraine Dwyer serving as its show chairman.
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Alouette', 'Amazing
Grace', 'White Viceroy'; Second Best in Show, 'White Viceroy',
Muiel Kaiser; Best in Show, 'Blue Sprite'; Best Semiminiature, 'Blue
Sprite', Lorraine Dwyer; Best in Design, Best Gesneriad, 'A.
hildebrandtii'; Sweepstakes winner, Lois Buschke; Best Trailer, 'Trail
Along', Pat Christen.

"Violet Extravaganza" was the theme for the BLUFF CITY AVC.
Iona Pair was the show chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection
(gold rosette), 'Painted Orchid', 'Tommie Lou', 'Alouette'; Best in
Show, 'Painted Orchid'; Second Best in Show, 'Fantasia'; Best
Semiminiature, 'California', Donna Gaulding; Second Best AVSA

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Collection (purple rosette), 'Karey', 'Mark', 'Celine'; Best Miniature,
'Cuddles', Geneva Stagg; Best in Design, "A Tribute to Elvis"; Best
Trailer, 'Adirondack Trail'; Sweepstakes winner for show, Iona Pair;
Best Gesneriad, 'E. Black Brocade', Rita Cooper.

Mrs. Flora DeSavigny was show chairman for the BRAZOS
VALLEY AVS, TX. Their theme was "Symphony of Violets". Win¬
ners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Saltwater Taffey',
'Mark', 'Something Special', Mary Scott; Second Best AVSA Collec¬
tion (purple rosette), 'Wee Dreamer', 'Mini Minn', 'Little Love';
Sweepstakes winner. Candy Phillips; Best in Show, 'Something
Special'; Second Best in Show, 'Autumn Honey'; Best in Design,
"Bethoven's Ninth Symphony"; Best Trailer, 'Pink Star Lou'; Best
Miniature, 'Mini Minn'; Best Semiminiature, 'Filigreen'; Best
Gesneriad, 'N. Tropicana'.

CAPITAL CITY AVS of Columbus, GA, had as a theme
"Glimpses Into The Past With Violets" and Doris Till serving as their
Show Chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Amazing Grace', 'Tiger', 'Becky'; Best in Show, 'Annie Mae'; Best
Trailer, 'Fancy Trail'; Best Miniature, 'Isle Montgomery'; Best
Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck'; Sweepstakes winner, Barbara
Strock; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Gail', 'Tiz
Pink', 'Wonderland', Doris Till; Second Best in Show, 'Zero', Vivian
Atchison; Best in Design, "A Day To Remember", Wilma Culver.

Peter Reynen, Virginia Reynen, Howard Zendner and Karen
Bowser were the cochairmen of the CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AVS
show with "Gallery of Violets" as the theme. Winners were: Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Allouette', 'Barbara Jean', 'Mary
C'; Best Trailer, 'Tucson Trail', Margaret Larsen; Best in Show, 'Dear
Ellie'; Best Semiminiature, 'Dear Ellie', Jo McCoy; Second Best in
Show, 'Kermit'; Best Gesneriad, 'Pink Velvet', Georgie and Howard
Zendner; Best in Design, Sweepstakes in Design, Karen Bowser; Best
miniature, 'Cheer-U', Deborah Hughes; Sweepstakes in Hor¬
ticulture, Susan Saddler.

Winners of the CHARLOTTETOWN AVS show were: Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'The King', 'Lullaby', 'Garnet Elf';
Best in Show, 'Barbara Jean'; Best in Design, "Climb Every Moun¬
tain"; best Semiminiature, 'Irish Angel'; Sweepstakes winner (42
blue ribbons), Hilda Lewis; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple
rosette), 'Heidi', 'Roxanne', 'Dolly', Elmer and Helen Newson;
Second Best in Show, 'R. Monique', Shirley MacKinnon; Best
Trailer, 'Pixie Trail', Thelma Reid; Best Miniature, 'Kuddly', Ella
Wood; Best Gesneriad, 'S. Netta Nymph', Elmer Newson. Theme
for the show was "Melody of Violets" and Robert Pharoah was the
show chairman.

"Violets Along The Chattahaachee" was the theme for the
CHATTAHAACHEE VALLEY AVS of Columbus, GA. Mrs. Betty
Apante was the show chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection
(gold rosette), 'Little Lou', 'Wee Dreamer', 'Little Lou'; Best
Miniature, 'Little Lou', Blair Pennington; Second Best AVSA Collec¬
tion (purple rosette), 'Colorado', 'Tiger', 'Marta', Margaret
Williams; Best in Show, 'White Elf', Ruth Canady' Second Best in
Show, 'Country Music', Ellen Conger; Best in Design, "Easter Best";
Best Gesneriad, 'Chocolate Solder', Polly Crutchfield; Best Trailer,
'Pixie Blue'; Best Semiminiature, 'Dora Baker'; Sweepstakes (26 blue
ribbons), Janice Hill.

CLIFTON AVS of Clifton, NJ held its annual show, with
"Magical, Mystical Violets", as their theme. Mrs. Barbara Craig was
show chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Celine', 'Mark', 'Good Luck'; Second Best in Show, 'Pkie Blue'; Best
in Design, Sweepstakes winner, Ms. Becky Grosser; Best in Show,
'Star Chip', Mrs. Karen Lynch; Best Semiminiature, 'Sweet
Charmer', Mrs. Barbara Craig.

Mrs. Elmer Luck was the show chairman for the COLUMBUS
AVS of Columbus, OH. Theme was "African Violets — This is the
Life". Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Midget Valen¬
tine', 'Midget Bon Bon', 'Scooby Doo'; Best Miniature, 'Midget
Valentine', Mrs. Lou Cummins; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'Polaris', 'Artie Mist', 'Amazing Grace'; Second
Best in Show, 'The King', Sweepstakes winner (74 blue ribbons),
Mrs. James Savage; Best in Show, 'French Lilac', Denise Baun; Best
in Design, "The Eternal Life", Mrs. Milton Boone; Best Trailer,
'Little Pink Lou', Mrs. Victor LaGrave; Best Semiminiature, 'Begin¬
ner's Luck', Mrs. Elmer Lusk; Best Gesneriad, 'Tricantha Calotricha',
Harford Renick.

THE COPPER CITY AVS of Rome, NY held its annual show with
"Violets in All Seasons", as their theme. Winners: AVSA Collection
(gold rosette), 'Night Magic', 'Star Wars', 'Wonderland'; Best in
Show, 'Night Magic'; Runner-up to Sweepstakes (24 blue ribbons),
Wilson Hart; AVSA 2nd Collection Award (purple rosette), 'Radia¬
tion', 'Garnet Elf', 'Starburst', Ruth Glur; Runner-up to Best in
Show, 'Mary D'; Best Miniature Collection, 'Hi-Stepper', 'Pink
Dogwood', 'Little Buckaroo'; Best Semiminiature collection, 'Dora
Baker', 'Blue Thunder', 'Cherry Hill'; Sweepstakes with (45 blue rib¬
bons), Annabelle Hart.

Des Moines, Iowa's EVENING AVC held its annual show, "Violets
'Round the Clock" with these winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette), 'Mark', 'Singing Surf', 'Modern Jewel'; Best Trailer, 'Happy
Trails'; Best Gesneriad, 'Constant Nymph'; Sweepstakes Hor¬
ticulture, Marie Ilstrup; Best in Show, Granger's 'Jim Dandy';
Second Best in Show, 'Starshine', J. B. Kuhler; Best Miniature, 'Toy
Clown', Ann Nus; Best Semiminiature, 'Window Lace', Carole
Biddle; Best in Design, "Siesta Time"; Sweepstakes in Design,
Jane Wyatt.

"Violets Dance Around the Maypole" was the theme for the
EVENING VIOLET CLUB with Tommy Massey serving as Show
Chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Tiger',
'Star Wars', 'China Pink'; Sweepstakes winner, Mrs. Lenora
Peoteete; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Spanish
Moss', 'Mark', 'French Lilac'; Best Miniature, 'Lucky Locket'; Best
Semiminiature, 'Love Token', Elizabeth McTyeire; Best in Show,
'Marta'; Best in Design, "May Day Queen", Mrs. Helen Willis;
Second Best in Show, 'Silver Lining', Mrs. Gloice Alfano; Best
Trailer, 'Pixie Pink', Mrs. Marlene Curren.

HRST ARLINGTON AVS, Arlington, TX held its annual show
with "African Violets Go Country Western" as its theme. Mrs. W. H.
Patterson was show chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection
(gold rosette), 'Cotton Bowl', 'Super Pink', 'Granger's Wonderland';
Best Semiminiature, 'Cherry Hill'; Sweepstakes winner, Mrs. W. H.
Patterson; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette),
'Arlingtonaire', 'Cotton Bowl', 'Mighty Mini', Mrs. G. C. Pierce, Jr.;
Best in Show, 'Chris Leppard'; Best in Design, "High Noon"; Best
Trailer, 'Pip Squeek'; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Painted Warrior', Mrs.
R. K. Gilson.

Austin, TX was the place for the show of FIRST AUSTIN AVS
with a theme, "Around The World with African Violets". Winners:
Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Mrs. Greg', 'Something
Special', 'Miriam Steele'; Best in Show, 'Touch of Spring'; Second
Best in Show, 'Cotton Bowl'; Sweepstakes winner, Mrs. Wesley
Diver; Second Best AVSA Collection ( purple rosette), 'Snowy Trail',
'Strawberry Trails', 'Rusty's Trail'; Best Trailer, 'Snowy Trail', Mrs.
Mary Parchman; Best in Design, "Traveler's Souvenir's", Mrs.
Dorothy Wilkins; Best Miniature, 'Window Blue', Mrs. Adele
Townsend; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Country Color', Mrs. Fred C. Young;
Mrs Bret Evans was the show chairman.

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THE FIRST AVS of Dallas, TX held its annual show with the
theme "African Violets Between the Bookends". Mrs. Byron Turner
was show chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Rhinestone Cowboy', 'Bold Charm', 'China Pink'; Best in Show,
'Rhinestone Cowboy'; Second Best in Show, 'China Pink', Mrs.
Hudson Dobson; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette),
'Autumn Honey', 'Cotton Bowl', 'Tiger'; Best in Design, "Time
Machine"; Best Miniature, 'Wee Bells'; Best Semiminiature, 'Little
Jim'; Sweepstakes winner, Mrs. Henry Barta; Best Trailer, 'Santa
Fe Trail', Mrs. Martin Adans; Best Gesneriad, 'S. Little One', Mrs.
John Kreska.

"Texas African Violet Hybridizers" was the theme for the FIRST
AVS of Denton, TX. Mrs. John F. Curry was show chairman. Win¬
ners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Starshine', 'Double
Black Cherry', 'Val's Sweet Dreams'; Best in Show, 'Starshine'; Best
Gesneriad, 'S. Lil Sis', Eunice Curry; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), (Best Lone Star Collection), 'Whisper Rose',
'Cherry Pie', 'Desert Night'; Best Miniature, 'Midget Valentine',
Edith Goe; Best in Design, Helen Petersen; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Blue';
Best Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck', Isabella Britton; Sweepstakes
winner, Bea Davis.

Mrs. John Torma was show chairman for the FIRST AV STUDY
CLUB of Ashtabula, OH. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette), 'Pamela', 'Sanibel', 'Blue Magnum'; Best Miniature, 'Midget
Bon Bon'; Sweepstakes Winner, Rosemary Armstrong; Best in
Show, 'Sylvan Blue'; Second Best in Show, 'Melody Ann'; Best
in Design, "Stained Glass", Doris Hagle; Best Semiminiature,
'Little Surprise', Wm. Hagle; Best Gesneriad, 'Silver Sheen', Mrs.
John Torma.

THE HRST NIGHTER AVS of Dallas, TX held its annual show
with "Violets Make Beautiful Music", as their theme. Show chair¬
man was Mrs. Don Monroe. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette), 'Silver Lining', 'Something Special', 'Welcome Spring';
Second Best in Show, Granger's 'Cardinal'; Sweepstakes winner,
Mrs. Don Monroe; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette),
'Something Special', 'The King', 'Merrill; Tony Foote'; Best in Show,
'Desert Night', Merrill Schnieder; Best in Design, "The Enchanted
Sea", Bill Foster; Best Trailer (Standard), 'Goin' Coconuts', Mrs.
Sylvia Allert; (Miniature), 'Rusty's Trail'; Best Miniature, 'Gypsy
Fantasy'; Best Semiminiature, 'Emma Lahr', Mrs. Susan Whitaker;
Best Gesneriad (not in bloom), E. 'Cleopatra', Mrs. Sylvia Edgar;
Best Gesneriad (in bloom), 'C. Firebird', A1 Marble.

Winners for the GEORGIA STATE AVC were: Best AVSA Collec¬
tion (gold rosette), 'Signorina', 'Tiger', 'Tommie Lou', Jeanette
Wallace; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Phala',
'Hiawatha', 'China Pink', Bill Barnette; Best in Show, 'Wineberry',
Helen Wilson; Second Best in Show, 'Pure Innocence'; Best Trailer,
Pixie Blue Pink Sport'; Best Gesneriad, E. Pink Panther';
Sweepstakes winner, Charles Henry; Best in Design, "The Side
Show", Theresa Norris; Best Miniature, 'Midget Bon Bon'; Best
Semiminiature, 'Delta Rose', Lynda Woodman. Theme for the show
was "Georgia Violet Carnival". Show chairman was Marvin R. Cox.

Green Bay, WI was the place for the annual show of GREEN BAY
AREA AVS with these winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette), 'Kristi Marie', 'Star Wars', 'Amazing Grace'; Best in Show,
'Kristi Marie'; Best Miniature, Toy Clown'; Best Semiminiature,
'Milord'; Sweepstakes winner, Pat Robinson; Second Best in Show,
'Jason', Kay Olson; Best in Design, "Moments of Peace, Joy and
Laughter in the Park", LeJietta Wesolowski; Best Trailer, 'Moody
Blues', Modula Patel; Best Gesneriad, 'C. Mary Anne', Margaret
Harrill. Theme was "Violets are Moments to Remember", and Vicki
Keyser was show chairman.

The GREENVILLE SC AVS show had the following winners:
Queen of Show, 'Tennessee Bunny'; Opposite to Queen,
'Silhouette'; and Sweepstakes, Mrs. W. C. Chiles; Best Project Plant,
Mrs. Clyde Deshields.

ILLINOIS AVS had as a theme for their annual show "A Gallery
of Violets". Thelma Bangert was the show chairman. Winners; Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Delft Imperial', 'Sugar Blues', 'Like
Wow', Joan Putsley; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette),
'Barbara's Christi', 'Starshine', 'Lisa', Adrian Ernst; Best in Show,
'Blue Suede', Helen Downie; Second Best in Show, Texas Prince',
Sandy Svob; Best in Design, "Bright Color and Gentle Breezes",
Judy Brodbeck; Best Trailer, 'Snowy Trail'; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Fan¬
tasy', Libby Watkins; Best Miniature, 'Pink Petite'; Best Gesneriad,
'E. Fantasy', Kay Dye; Sweepstakes winner, Darlene Klein.

The JEFFERSON AVA of Metairie, LA presented its annual show,
"A Fantasy of Violets" with Debbie Schulingkamp as show chairman
and Vicki Ingersoll, president. Winners; Best in Show, 'Mark';
AVSA Best Collection (gold rosette), 'Mark', Southland Jungle',
'Silver Lining', Audrey Voorhees; Second Best in Show and Best
Semiminiature, 'Kuddly', Patsy Clement'; AVSA Second Collection
(purple rosette), 'Little Jim', 'Icicle Trinket', 'Little Angel'; Best
Miniature, 'Mini Mignon'; Best Trailer, 'Pink Star Lou'; Best
Gesneriad, Aeschynanthus Black Pagoda', Wayne Voorhees;
Sweepstakes (44 blue ribbons), Genelle Belou.

LIVINGSTON COUNTY AND VICINITY AVC used "Violets in
Vacationland" as the theme for their annual show. Winners were:
Amateur Division, Robin Wyld; Queen of Show, 'Crimson Frost';
Sweepstakes, 'Amazing Grace', Lettie Crawford; Runner-up to
Queen, 'Happy Harold', Lew Cook; Runner-up to Sweepstakes,
'Geminesse'; Commercial Divison, Robert Banfield; Queen of show,
'Russet Rose'.

THE MAGIC KNIGHT AVS of San Antonio, TX held its annual
judged show, "Violets — Delights of the Orient" with the following
winners: Best in Show, 'Cie'; Best Semiminiature, 'Cherry Dots';
Best in Design, "Jungles of Ceylon"; Sweepstakes winner, Hortense
Pittman; Second Best in Show, 'Watermelon Rose'; Second best
AVSA Collection (purple rosette). Best Gesneriad, 'S. Essue', Ken
Froboese; Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Becky', 'Tina',
'Virginia', Marge and Mac Crawford.

Lillian Woody was the show chairman for the MEMPHIS AND
SHELBY COUNTY AVS show with "Year-Round Happiness with
Violets" as their theme. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette), 'Cameo Queen', 'Gail', 'Something Special', Lillian Woody;
Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Nancy Reagan',
'Dyn-O-mite', 'Grand Finale', Dot Andreoni; Best in Show, 'Ms.
Pretty', Linda Miller; Second Best in Show, 'Ontario', Evelyn Wallis;
Best in Design, "Bubble Bowl"; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Satin Sheen',
Iona Pair; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Pink', Katherine Steele; Best Miniature,
'Wee Hope', Linda Mathis; Best Semiminiature, Daredevil', Helen
Stephens; Sweepstakes winner, Gail Sorrell.

MERRIMACK VALLEY AVS held its annual show with "The
Bloomin' of the West" as a theme. Kathy Ouellette was show chair¬
man. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Pink
Chickadee', Star's Edge', Granger's 'Heart's Desire'; Best in Show,
'Star's Edge', Carrol Bacon; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple
rosette), 'Blue Boy', 'Norseman', 'Number 32'; Second Best in Show,
'Lady Luck', Richard Blustein; Best in Design, "The Alamo", Fran
Baschanagle; Best Miniature, 'Little Lou'; Best Semiminiature, 'Tea
Pink', Marcia Balonis; Best Gesneriad, 'S. Maasens White', Edward
St. Aubin; Sweepstakes winner, (19 blue ribbons), Ernestine
St. Aubin.

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"Rainbow of Violets" was the theme for the MID-SOUTH AVSA.
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), "Mark", 'Pink 'N Ink',
'Painted Orchid'; Best in Show, 'Peace Light'; Second Best in Show,
'Coral Trail Sport', Betty Trigg; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'Peach Frost', 'Fresh Pink', 'French Lilac'; Best
Trailer, 'Rainbow Trail'; Sweepstakes in Horticulture, Janel
McCluskey; Best in Design, "Your Dreams Come True", Linda
Miller; Best Semiminiature, 'Mint Blue', Ginger Ilaui; Best
Gesneriad, E. 'Pink Rick-Rack', Tonia Reschke. Show chairman was
Tonia Reschke.

"Milwaukee and the African Violets" was the theme for the
MILWAUKEE AVS annual show. Jeannine Achauer was the show
chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Wild
Flame', 'Virginia', 'Colorado'; Best in Show, 'Wild Flame'; Second
Best in Show, 'Lydia', Mrs. Marion Bingenheimer; Second Best
AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'The King', 'Wonderland',
'Winter Grape', Mrs. Betty Schreiber; Best in Design, Miss Jeannine
Achauer; Best Trailer, 'Light Pink Low'; Best Miniature, 'Midget Bon
Bon'; Sweepstakes winner, Mr. Sherrin Pratt; Best Semiminiature,
'Irish Angel', Mrs. Jan Newhauer; Best Gesneriad, 'Sinningia Wood
Nymph', Howard Bums.

MOBY DICK AVS annual show was held with Gen Boidleau
serving as show chairman. Theme for the show was "Oceans of
Violets". Winners: Best in Show, 'Royal Ann'; Best Trailer, 'Pixie
Blue'; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Mint Julip'; Sweepstakes winner, Florence
Healey; Second Best in Show, 'Karla', Lillian Robinson; Best in
Design, "Abigail Adams Violet Flowers", Gen Boidleau; Best
Miniature, Love Notes', Ruth Warren.

"Violets Salute The Big Apple" was the theme for the MOHAVN^
VALLEY AVS of NY. Walter Christopher was the show chairman.
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette) (amateur), 'Virginia',
'Star Wars', 'Regalia'; Best in Show, 'S. Masions White', May
Hoy learnt; Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette) (commercial), 'Sea
Breeze', 'Heart's Desire', 'Sylvan Blue'; Best in Show (commercial),
'Hidden Treasures', Ellen Miakisz; Queen of Show (amateur), 'Coral
Radiance', Glenn Phelps; Best in Design, "Broadway", Ann
McClintock; Best Miniature, 'Little Love', Charles Hewitt;
Sweepstakes winner (adv. amateur), Walter Christopher;
(amateur), Joan Peugh.

MONCTONIAN AVS of Canada had as a theme for their show,
"Violets For All Seasons". Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette), 'Wanderlust', 'Lavender Delight', 'Creole Belle', Mrs.
Phyllis Hall; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Poodle
Top', 'The King', 'Wonderland', Mrs. Eva Belliveau; Best in Show,
'Wanderlust'; Best Miniature, 'Midget Valentine'; Best
Semiminiature, 'Irish Angel'; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Cleopatra'. Show
chairman was Mrs. Edward Belliveau.

MONTGOMERY AVS of AL had as their show chairman Betsy
Woerch. Theme for their show was "Violets in the Wild, Wild
West". Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Silver
Pinafore', 'Nancy Reagan', 'Texas Charmer'; Second best in Show,
'Silver Pinafore'; Best in Design, Sweepstakes winner, Linda Agin;
Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Frizzy', 'G.
Wonderland', 'Celine'; Best in Show, 'Frizzy'; Best Miniature, 'Little
Blue Boy'; Best Semiminiature, 'Little Jim', Nancy Terrell; Best
Trailer, 'Pixie Blue', Larry and Eleanor Robinson; Best Gesneriad,
'Columnea Gloriosa', Ann Durham.

"Easter Parade of Violets" was the theme of the MOONLIGHT
AVC annual show. 'Pip Squeek', Best of Show; 'Aglitter', Best
Variegate; 'Irish Angel', Best Semiminiature, Sweepstakes winner.
Mural Fort; 'Pure Water', Best Single, Horace Owens; 'Chris Lep¬
pard', Best Double; Sweepstakes in Design, Margie Carmichael;

'Talley Treat', Best Miniature, Sue Ratliff; 'Pink Velvet', Best
Gesneriad, LaVada Harlow.

NASA AREA AVS of TX held their annual show with Ann Stiefel
as their show chairman. Theme of the show was "Violets are my
Vice". Winners: Best in Show, 'Santa Fe Trail'; Best Trailer, 'Santa Fe
Trail'; Sweepstakes winner, Florence Walker; Second Best in show,
'Queensbrook', Margie Geissler; Third Best in Show, 'Petite Mandy';
Best Semiminiature, 'Petite Mandy', Sally Werner; Best in Design,
Mary Duke; Best Gesneriad, 'Sinningia Cardinalis', Becky Pinion.

"Our Debut" was the theme for the NASSAU AVS show with the
Executive Committee serving as show chairmen. Winners: Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Moby Dick', 'Fredette's Sugar
Blues', 'Winter Grape'; Best in Show, 'Applause'; Second Best in
Show, 'Mattituck'; Best Gesneriad, 'S. Essire', Pam LaRocco; Second
Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Irish Angel', 'Little Jim',
'Chesey Hill'; Best Trailer, 'Pixie Blue', Leah Ochrig; Best in Design,
Howard Kroll; Best Miniature, 'Perky Baby', Sandy Weynand; Best
Semiminiature, 'Azure Trinket', Craybee Godfrey.

Mrs. Albert Rourke was the show chairman for the annual show
of NAUGATONIC AVS. Theme for the show was "Violets in
Toyland". Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Flamingo', 'Mark', 'Ballet Lisa'; Best in Show, 'Flamingo'; Second
Best in Show, 'Mark'; Best in Design, Best Miniature, 'Pink
Dreamin'; Best Semiminiature, 'California; Sweepstakes winner (33
blue ribbons), Mrs. Joseph Adams; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'Blue Nimbus', 'Roundabout', 'Winter Grape', Mrs.
Harry Heverling.

Pamela J. Craft served as show chairman for the NIAGARA
FRONTIER AVS annual show "Niagara's Violet Daze". Winners:
Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Moby Dick', 'Happy Harold',
'Lyndy Lou'; Best in Show, 'Happy Harold'; Best Trailer, 'Pip
Squeek'; Best Miniature, 'Humpty Dumpty'; Best Semiminiature,
'Lacy Trinket'; Sweepstakes winner, Ellen Graves; Second Best in
Show, 'Autumn Fancy'; Runner-up to Sweepstakes winner, James
Smith; Best Gesneriad, 'Chocolate Soldier', Richard Wasmund. In
the Amateur division winners were: Best in Show, 'Boulder Skies',
Shirley Pearce; Second Best in Show, 'Jenny's Pink'; Best Trailer,
'Jenny's Pink'; Best Semiminiature, 'Royal Choice', Pamela Craft;
Best Miniature, 'Wee Hope'; Sweepstakes winner, Patricia O'Con¬
nor; Best Gesneriad, 'Chocolate Soldier', Robert Bartolomei.

Retha Johnson was the show chairman for the NORTH STAR
AVC of MN. "Spring Salute to Violets" was the theme. Winners:
Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Lisa', 'Garnet Elf', 'Firebird';
Second Best in Show, 'Heather Blue', Retha Johnson; Best in Show,
'Something Special', Dolores Harrington; Best in Design, 'Mini
Trail'; Best Trailer and Sweepstakes winner, Caroline Fleisch; Best
Miniature, 'Mini Midget', Mary Sandve; Best Semiminiature,
'Joyful', Anne Manty; Best Gesneriad, 'Episcia reptans Spec.'.

NORTH STAR AVS of NY had as a theme for their show "A
World of Violets". Mrs. Ann Nohodyl was the show chairman. Win¬
ners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'French Lilac', 'Bold
Charm', 'Optimara Virginia'; Best in Show, 'French Lilac'; Second
Best in Show, 'June Bride'; Best Trailer, 'Happy Trails'; Best
Miniature, 'Scooby Do'; Best Semiminiature, 'Kuddly'; Sweepstakes
in Horticulture, Louise Wagner; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'Summer Butterfly', 'Night Magic', 'Variegated
Peak of Pink'; Best in Design, Best Gesneriad, Gloxinia Watermelon
Ice', Helen Stmad.

More Affiliate ’appenings will appear in the
November Magazine.

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MINUTES

MINUTES OF THE 35TH ANNUAL
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

Tuesday, May 19, 1981

The African Violet Society of America, Inc., Board of Directors'
meeting was called to order by President Stone at 8:15 PM in the
French Parlor of the Sheraton Palace Hotel, San Francisco, CA. Jim
Loya gave the invocation.

Director nominees were introduced, having voice but not vote until
after election to office.

Board members present were: Mesdames Richardson, Tinari, Lahr,
Gamer, Baker, Hayes, Lackner, Young, Achauer, Wilson, Hendricks,
Schroeder, Chase, Spence, Doherty, Staat, Rienhardt, Hansen, Tret-
ter; Miss Garrity; Messrs. Stone, Loya, Doherty, Hightower, Becker,
Marshall, Tinari. Present by invitation were: Mesdames Bell, Gon¬
zales, Hudnall, Savage, McKneely, Fiedler, Bogin, Boland, Merrell,
Slocomb, Foote, Owens. Absent were Mesdames Leppard, Hatch,
Jantzen, Sylvia Richardson, Hudnall, Carpenter, Van Zeie, Carey;
Miss Brenner; Mr. Burton. Parliamentarian Maisie Yakie was present.

President Stone appointed Julia Bell, Nancy Hayes and Beverly Hen¬
dricks to approve the minutes.

President Stone introduced the committee chairmen appointed by
Adeline Krogman: Dorothy Spence, Boyce Edens Research Fund; C.
Russell Marshall, Convention Time and Place; George Hightower,
Commercial Sales and Exhibits.

President Stone introduced Jim Loya whom he appointed to the
office of Third Vice-President following the resignation of Adeline
Krogman, and Jack Doherty whom he appointed to replace Jim Loya
as Director. The President announced the appointment of the
following: Nancy Hayes, Question Box Editor; Dorothy Whitaker,
Convention Program Chairman; Janet Nichols, Plant Registration and
Master Variety List Chairman; Myrtle McKneely, Judges, Judging
Schools and Teachers Chairman; Gene Gamer, Nominating Commit¬
tee Chairman and Frank Tinari to serve as Past President on the
Nominating Committee.

A motion by Florence Garrity to approve the appointments was
seconded and adopted.

Officer reports were given by President Stone, Second Vice-
President Anne Tinari, Third Vice-President James Loya, Secretary
Lahr and Treasurer Garrity. First Vice-President Ann Richardson
reported as Chairman of the Convention Program Committee.

Anne Tinari moved that Albert McKinley, Vice-President of Becker
Printing Co., be permitted to be present while Gus Becker gives his
report. Seconded and approved.

Jim Loya moved that Gus Becker be permitted to report out of the
usual order of reports. Seconded and carried.

Standing Committee Chairmen reported: Affiliate, Mildred
Schroeder; Awards, Celine Chase; Boyce Edens Research Fund,
Dorothy Spence; Commercial Sales and Exhibits, George Hightower;
Commercial Activities, Albert Buell; and Preconvention Coordinator,
Frances Young.

Jim Loya moved to reconsider the vote on the motion that Mr.
McKinley be permitted to be present while Mr. Becker gives his report
Seconded and approved.

Jim Loya moved that Mr. McKinley be permitted to be present dur-
mg the reports of the Publication Committee, the Editor and the Office
Manager as well as of the Publisher. Seconded and approved.

President Stone introduced Albert McKinley, Vice-President of
Becker Printirtg Co.

Reports were given by Publications Chairman, Elisabeth Han¬
sen; Editor, Grace Foote; Publisher, Gus Becker; Office Manager,

Clarice Bell.

Mr. McKinley expressed appreciation for the opportunity to be
present during reports of the Publications Chairman, Editor, Printer
and Office Manager and then left

Standing Committee reports continued: Convention Time and
Place, C. Russel! Marshall; Finance, Estelle Crane; Ruth Carey's report
for Shows and Judges was read by Myrtle McKneely; Library, Jack
Doherty; Membership and Promotion, Pe^y Staat; Nominating
Committee, Cordelia Rienhardt; Plant Registration, Adele Tretter; and
Research, Frank Tinari.

All reports are filed in the Knoxville Office.

At 11:00 PM the meeting was recessed until 9:00 AM Wednesday,
May 20, 1981.

Wednesday, May 20, 1981

President Stone called the meeting to order at 9:10 AM.

Those present were the same as the night before except that
Mesdames Hudnall and Whitaker were present and M^ames Tretter,
Gonzales, Fiedler and Bell were absent. Parliamentarian Maisie Yakie
was present.

Other Committee Chairmen reported: AVSA Booster Fund, Mary
Boland; report of Best Varieties and Honor Roll, Irene Fiedler, Chair¬
man, was read by the secretary; Classification of Miniatures and
Semiminiatures, Ellie Bogin; the report of Advertising Manager, Ann
Carpenter, was read by President Stone; Cumulative Index, Irene Mer¬
rell; the report for Publicity, Helen Van Zele, Chairman, was read by
Cordelia Rienhardt; and Convention Chairman, Celine Chase.

A motion by Elisabeth Hansen to ratify the first motion on the mail
ballot which stated that a new copy of Standing Rules be published
including Ruth Carey's changes designated as effective when published
was seconded and carried.

Nancy Hayes moved to rescind the second motion on the mail ballot
which stated that the standing rules were to be redone leaving out Ruth
Carey's changes. Seconded and carried.

Celine Chase moved to amend the bylaws Section 2 of Article VI to
read: terms of officers shall be one (1) year or until their successors are
elected and each term shall begin at the conclusion of the annual con¬
vention at which they are elected excepting that of the directors, which
shall be governed by Section 1 of Article V. No elected officer shall
serve more than two (2) consecutive terms in the same office excepting
the secretary and treasurer whose terms may be unlimited and the
directors who shall not succeed themselves. Seconded and carried.

A motion by Mildred Schroeder to ratify the action of the executive
committee to provide Workman's Comj^nsation Insurance and Con¬
vention and other Liability Insurance was seconded and approved.

Ann Richardson moved that spous« of those board members seated
at the head table be seated at tables in front of the dais. Motion
seconded and approved.

Elisabeth Hansen made the following recommendations on behalf of
the Publications Committee:

“ That Grace Foote be retained as Editor; that Lyndall Owens be
retained as Assistant Editor; that Becker Printing Company publish
the African Violet Magazine. Anne Tinari moved the adoption of
the recommendation. Approved.

— That the Master Variety Supplement be discontinued for all
members and made available from the Knoxville Office for a large
size stamped self-addressed envelope. Jim Loya moved to amend
by inserting "and the Cumulative Index" following "Master Variety
List Supplement". Amendment seconded and approved. The
amended motion was approved.

— That the report by Gus Becker at the Publications Committee
Mating on the analysis of advertising in the African Violet

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Magazine and other magazines be presented to the Board of Direc¬
tors and with their approval to Commercial Members at their Fri¬
day morning breakfast by the Publications Committee. Approved.
Anne Tinari moved that an educational and informative column on
Shows and Judges be published in each issue of the African Violet
Magazine after the Handbook is published. Seconded and approved.

The meeting recessed for lunch at 11:45 AM, convening again at
1:10 PM.

Roll call showed those present were the same as in the morning
except that Mrs. Reed was present and Mrs. Lackner was absent.

Gus Becker moved that the membership fee for foreign members be
increased by $3 in addition to the regular membership fee to cover the
increased cost of overseas postage, except Canada and Mexico, effec¬
tive March 1, 1982. Motion seconded and carried.

Russell Marshall recommended that the St. Paul, MN invitation for
1986 convention be accepted. Mildred Schroeder moved that the invi¬
tation be accepted. Seconded and approved.

Mary Reed, Tally Time Chairman, reported.

Frank Tinari recommended that a grant be made to each of the
following and moved the adoption of each:

— Ohio State University for a foliar nematode project,
$1500. Approved.

— University of Georgia project on Pythium and Phytophthora,
$1000. Approved.

— P. C. Bilkey, University Park, Nottingham, England, study of
Saintpaulias, micro-culture, cell fusion and inter species research,
$1000. Approved.

— Texas A&M University, soil mealy bug project, $1000. Approved.

— Penn State University, research on species, isotope treated seeds
and plants, micro and photoplant study, haploid, modem
cultivars, etc., $3000. Approved.

— Sanford Vocational Tech Center, Sanford, ME, for soil test kit,
$416.74. Approved.

Ellie Bogin recommended that the list of miniatures and
semiminiatures be kept separate from the standard variety list, includ¬
ing registration; that minis and semiminis have their own Master List
and their own committee without the Master Variety List Committee
having anything to do with it; that there be two separate Master Lists,
one for standards and the other for minis and semiminis, beginning in
1981 or 1982, not interfering with the minis already in the Master
Varieties List. Approved.

In the absence of*Shows and Judges Chairman Ruth Carey, Mildred
Schroeder presented the suggested Handbook changes for discussion.
Mildred Schroeder moved that the revisions to the Handbook be
accepted as corrected, to be made known when the Handbook is pub¬
lished and mailed. Seconded and carried.

Estelle Crane moved the following:

— That Becker Printing Co. be the printer of the new edition of the
Handbook. Seconded and approved.

— That four thousand (4000) copies of the new Handbook for Judges
and Exhibitors be printed. Seconded and approved.

— That $5,6(X) be allowed to pay for printing the 4000 copies of the
Handbook. Seconded and carried.

— That the selling price be $4 per copy. Seconded and approved.
Jim Loya recommended that the Office Manager be authorized to

pay up to a maximum of $5 per hour for the two full time office
employees and up to a maximum of $4.50 per hour for the parttime
employee. Jim Loya moved that these recommendations be accepted.
Seconded and adopted.

Ann Richardson moved that Horence Garrity ask Mrs. O'l^ary, an
attorney, to help AVSA until the next convention on a paid basis;
discuss with Mrs. O'Leary the matter of serving AVSA on a retainer
basis the following year; and report to the Board of Directors next
year. Seconded and carried.

The meeting recessed for dinner at 5:20 PM, convening again at
7:25 PM.

Roll Call was taken. Those present were the same as in the after¬
noon, except Mesdames Baker and Reed were absent, Messrs. Becker

and Tinari were absent, and Mesdames Lackner, Fiedler and Nichols
were present and Mr. Hightower was present.

Estelle Crane moved that membership dues be increased to $8
per year. Seconded. Emma Lahr moved to amend by striking $8 and
inserting $9. Amendment seconded and approved. The amended
motion, to increase the dues to $9 per year, effective March 1, 1982,
was adopted.

Elisabeth Hansen moved to insert "AVSA" before member and
strike out "of the board" in Rule IX p. 14 of Standing rules, to read
"AVSA shall rent a safety deposit box at Knoxville with privilege of
access by the Office Manager together with one AVSA member
appointed by the President." Motion carried.

Cordelia Rienhardt moved to amend the Convention Manual, page
45, to eliminate the printing of the show rules in the Souvenir Booklet.
Seconded and carried.

Emma Lahr moved that permission be given to the Japanese to
video-tape as they wish with the limitations agreed upon. Seconded
and carried.

Meeting recessed at 8:45 PM to continue following the annual
meeting on May 22, 1981.

35TH ANNUAL MEETING
May 22, 1981

President Stone called the 35th annual meeting to order at 9:40
AM in the Rose Room of the Sheraton Palace Hotel, San Francisco,
CA. The invocation was given by President Stone. The President
appointed Julia Bell, Nancy Hayes and Beverly Hendricks to approve
the minutes.

Officers and Directors answering roll call were: Mesdames Richard¬
son, Tinari, Lahr, Gamer, Hayes, Lackner, Wilson and Hendricks;
Miss Garrity; Messrs. Stone, Loya, Hightower and Becker. Absent
were: Mesdames Achauer, L,eppard, Hatch, Jantzen, Sylvia Richard¬
son; Miss Brenner and Jack Doherty. Parliamentarian Maisie Yakie
was present.

Ann Slocomb read the Resolutions Committee Report. Mary
Bolin moved the adoption of the report of the Resolutions Commit¬
tee. Approved.

The proposed bylaw amendment was read by the secretary.
The amendment gives unlimited term of office to the secretary as
well as the treasurer. Jim Loya moved the adoption of the amend¬
ment. Approved.

Cordelia Rienhardt reported for the nominating committee: For
President, Harvey Stone; First Vice-President, Ann Richardson;
Second Vice-President, Anne Tinari; Third Vice-President, James
Loya; Secretary, Emma Lahr; Treasurer, Florence Garrity. For
directors to serve until the conclusion of the 1984 meeting: Julia
Bell, Madeline Gonzales, Nancy Hayes, Emilie Savage, Gladys
Hudnall. President Stone asked for nominations from the floor. There
were none. The President declared the nominations closed and
instructed the Secretary to cast one ballot for the above named Offi¬
cers and Directors; President Stone declared the Officers and Directors
duly elected.

Past President Gene Gamer installed the newly elected Officers
and Directors.

The meeting was adjourned sine die at 10:10 AM.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Saturday, May 22, 1981

President Stone called the meeting to order at 10:40 AM in
the French Parlor of the Sheraton-Palace Hotel, San Francisco, CA.
President Stone appointed to approve the minutes, Julia Bell, Nancy
Hayes and Beverly Hendricks. Roll call showed those present were:
Mesdames Ann Richardson, Tinari, Lahr, Gamer, Wilson, Hendricks,
Jantzen, Bell, Gonzales, Achauer, Hayes, Hudnall, Savage, Schroeder,
Chase, Spence, Whitaker, Crane, McKneely, Nichols, Doherty, Staat,

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Hansen, Foote, Bell; Miss Garrity; Messrs. Stone, Loya, Doherty,
Hightower, Becker, Buell, Marshall, Tinari. Those absent: Me^ames
Leppard, Hatch, Sylvia Richardson. Parliamentarian Maisie Yakie
was present.

Research Chairman Frank Tinari requested $2300 for one year for
the University of Arizona at Tucson for a project to get a yellow flower
and an orange flower. Approved. This is in addition to the other
approved research projects.

Estelle Crane moved that the budget be approved. Seconded
and adopted.

Elisabeth Hansen moved that with the next rewriting of Standing
Rules and repetition in Standing Rules of those rules found in the new
Handbook be eliminated. Seconded and carried.

Treasurer Horence Garrity requested the right to open an account
with the Lincoln First N. A. Bank in Syracuse, NY for AVSA Syracuse
Convention Account 1982 on which there will be Convention Chair¬
man and Convention Treasurer signatures and AVSA President and
AVSA Treasurer signatures, any two. Seconded and approved.

Estelle Crane moved that the dues for associate members remain at
$3. Seconded and approved.

Estelle Crane moved that the dues for affiliates be increased to $9 per
year and the dues for States and Councils and Regions be increased to
$18 per year. Seconded. Ann Richardson moved to amend the motion
by striking out $18 and inserting $20. Amendment seconded and
carried. The amended motion, that dues for affiliates be increased to $9
and dues for States Councils and Regions be increased to $20 per year,
effective March 1, 1982 was adopted.

Estelle Crane moved that the commercial dues be raised from $15 to
$18. Seconded and carried.

Estelle Crane moved that life membership dues be increased to $150.
Motion seconded and lost.

The meeting recessed for lunch at 11:45 AM and resumed at
1:25 PM.

Roll call showed the same attendance as the morning session except
that Mesdames Achauer and Chase were absent.

Elizabeth Wilson moved that life membership dues be increased to
$125. Seconded and approved.

Anne Jantzen moved that the newly revised standing rules be
accepted. Seconded and carried.

Elisabeth Hansen moved to reconsider the vote on the motion which
created a separate Registrar and separate Master List for miniatures
and semiminiatures. The motion to reconsider the vote was approved.
The vote was taken again and the motion to have a separate Registrar
and separate Master List for minis and semiminis was lost.

George Hightower moved to amend Bylaws Article II Section 2
Paragraph c by striking out "one thousand (1000) or more" and by
striking out "annually". Motion seconded and approved. This change
will be published in the March magazine and voted on at the next
annual meeting.

Elisabeth Hansen moved that Rule XII on page 15 of Standing Rules
be changed by inserting "and Assistant Editor" following Editor, and
by striking out "and" before Editor. Seconded and carried.

Meeting adjourned at 2:30 PM.

/s/ Emma E. Lahr, Secretary

Approved: /s/ Julia Bell, /s/ Beverly Hendricks, /s/ Nancy Hayes

- - - - —

Four Yearbooks
Receive Awards

Yearbook Judging Committee
Mrs. R. E. Hertel, Chairman

Judging yearbooks was an interesting experience
and quite educational. Sixty -nine books (including

one from Mexico) were submitted. Two other Judges
in my area, Ruby Roloff and Lissetta Pittack, did all
the ' pre-Judging", going over every book very care¬
fully. The final judging was done by the Northern
California Council of AVSA Judges. The top four
picked are as follows:

#1 with a score of 99%, Crosstown African Violet
Club of Madison, Wl. This is a beautiful book with all
rules carefully followed, good programs and projects
and touched off by some clever art works and hints
and philosophies.

#2 with a score of 99y2, Aurora Borealis African
Violet Society, Anchorage, AK. Everything that was
said about the above book could be said about this
one. Those people up there under the Northern Lights
really have a great club going!

#3 with a score of 99, First African Violet Society of
Wichita Falls, TX. A very lovely book done in a dif¬
ferent manner than the two above. Very good pro¬
grams and descriptions thereof. A pretty color print of
an African Violet was used in the cover design.

#4 with a score of 98%, Jefferson African Violet
Association of Metaire, LA. Good programs and
culture classes, also projects, all well presented. Cover
related to theme of their show. Some good culture
hints and some sweet thoughts tucked here and there.

We hope all who sent yearbooks will learn by the
comments we made on the score sheets. There were so
many good ones that it was necessary to be very strict
in the judging. I think all of us who judged learned a
great deal and are all primed to get out great year¬
books of our own next year!

The 1981-1982 yearbooks will be judged by the
Judges Council of NY State. The chairman will be
Raymond J. Dooley; the vice chairman, Mrs. Anne
Dooley, both of 33 Collfield Avenue, Staten Island,
NY 10302.

The Affiliate Publications will be judged by the
Potomac Council of AV Judges: Chairman; M.
Boland, 6415 Wilcox Court, Alexandria, VA, 22041
and Vice Chm.; Elinor Skelton, 3910 Larchwood
Road, Falls Church, VA, 22041.

"E" Hansen, chairman of the AVSA Publica¬
tions Committee, expresses her deep appreciation
and thanks to AVSA Judges of Northern California,
Sally Hertel, chairman for judging this years year¬
books; and to the Hi Country Judges Workshop of
Colorado, Isla Montgomery, chairman, for judging
the publications.

- — - - - — ,

TEMPERATURE IMPORTANT

The temperature for African violets varies from 68
to 75 degrees, but is usually around 73. The humidity
normally runs from 45-50%. This is accomplished by
the use of a humidifier and moist pebbles. Sometimes
it goes as high as 60-65%.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

63

She Learns How To
Get the Job Done

Eva Harp

7511 Middlebum Place
Charlotte, NC 28212

I recently overheard a conversation at my AVS
meeting that went something like this: “When I would
rather be working in my soil planting my new starters
which seem to run on for days, here's what I do. I put
my vacuum sweeper in the middle of the family room,
the furniture polish and dust cloth close to the front
door, the broom and dust pan in the kitchen, close to
the dish detergent that's on the counter by the morning
dishes. I'm now ready to start potting plants.''

Her explanation for those items was all very impor¬
tant. If anyone rang the front door bell, she'd pick up
the polish and cloth on the way to answer the door.
After several days of her family walking around the
vacuum sweeper, someone would finally ask why it
was sitting there. She would tell them she had meant
to run it, but she had been so busy she thought they
would do it for her. At this point she either got their
help or they thought the carpet was not dirty enough
to need it. If they thought it looked OK, she didn't
worry because she hadn't done it.

She went on to explain only friends and neighbors
came to her back door where her kitchen was. They
were used to her going to her plants instead of the
sink. They also could see she was getting ready to start
anyway. If they were plant lovers, like she was, they
would sit at the table with all her beauties all over and
have a nice visit while she worked. If they weren't,
they would go home soon since they saw she was
about to start cleaning. She NEVER tried to explain
why her plants came first. If they were plant lovers,
she didn't have to explain. They understood. If they
weren't, she'd never be able to make them understand
and didn't spend the time trying.

With all my new leaves that needed to be potted I
went home from that meeting with new knowledge of
how to get the job done. I knew I had everything I
needed — pots, soil, wicks, vacuum sweeper, fur¬
niture polish, dust cloth, broom, dust pan, and always
dirty dishes!

- ^ -

CHECK pH

Check the pH of your plants every 5 to 6 months. If
necessary to raise the pH one can use 1 teaspoon of
epsom salts to 1 gallon of water. Or use a little
dolomite lime on top of the soil or carbonated soda to
bring the pH back to 6.8-7.

African Violets Mean Love

Anthony Sabatino, III

When God made flowers, he was happy . . ,
When God made African violets, he was smiling . . .
Their beauty is so unbeatable . . . Their presence
doesn't go unnoticed . . It's like something reaches

out and touches your soul ... It brings out your
innermost feelings of peace and tranquility . . . So,
on lives the violet, God's little creation . . .
Spreading happiness and love throughout the land.

FOGGING

Violets love fogging, with very warm water
-160-170° . The difference between fogging and misting
is whether or not there is enough moisture to show on
the leaves.

cy/o- (dooA/^

JIM AND BARBARA SISK
2400 KNIGHTWAY DRIVE
GRETNA, LA 70053
504/392-8094

Absinthe House — large single orchid blooms with dark purple tips, serrated white
variegated foliage.

Antebellum — deep fuchsia single blossoms, tailored variegated foliage.

Bayou Baby — semidouble two tone pink blossom w/frilly edge, variegated foliage
w/pink overlay.

Bobee Young — large semidouble deep lavender blooms w/dark purple tips, wavy
serrated variegated foliage.

Boogaloe — semidouble hot pink blossoms, tailored variegated foliage.

Celia — double two tone light lavender blooms over soft wavy var. foliage.

Fanciful — double two tone rose blossoms w/a frilly edge, heavily variegated
tailored foliage.

Fisherman’s Paradise — deep lavender double blooms w/ purple edge, serrated
variegated foliage.

Happy Jack — single lavender blooms w/a dark eye, heavily var. fol. w/pInk
overlay. Profuse bloomer.

Java — two tone double fuchsia blooms, pointed v«vy var. fol. 1980 S.l.
Best Seedling.

Jazz Time — double orchid blooms w/deep velvet overtones, serrated pink var. fol.

Moon Walk — semidouble lavender blossoms w/deeper edge, var. fol.
w/lav. overlay.

Morning Call — semidbl lav. blooms w/darker tones, var. fol. w/pink overlay &
red backed. Prolific bloomer.

My Jezebel — double deep purple blooms, slightly wavy var. fol.

Rhonda — large lavender single blossoms, tailored var. fol. Outstanding bloomer.

Ronnie — single lavender blooms w/dark tips & white edge, var. fol.

Show Girl — double mottled lavender blooms, slightly wavy var. fol.

Southern Belle — large single red blooms, tailored heavily var. fol.

Southern Hospitality — single lav. flower w/ purple edge, slightly wavy var. fol.
Heavy bloomer.

Spanish Moss — orchid dbl w/darker edge, extra Ig. var. fol. w/pink overlay.

Swamp Fever — 1980 AVSA Best Introduction. Ig, semidbl deep lav. blooms
w/purple tips, dark green fol. w/lav. var.
also; Cajun Country, Cajun Delight, Carnival Time, Leatrice, Libby,
Marie Knoblock, Maudie.

Plants; $3.50 ea., min. order 4 plants. (Please add $2.50 for airmail
service if desired).

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

64

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

3 MINIATURES SHOWN AT 1981 AVSA CONVENTION IN
SAN FRANCISCO. Top, Junie Moon. Center, Galaxy Trail.
Bottom, Irish Angel. Grown by Linda Ray, College Station, Texas

(Photo by Bob Clark, San Francisco)

CAPE COD VIOLETRY

and more. Full line of EPISCIAS and
CARRY ALL THE SPECIES AND THE
including VALENCIA.

PLASTIC FLOWER POTS

3” round thru S” round have roiled rims

John & Barbara Cook
Dept. AV 28 Minot St.
(617) 548-2798
Falmouth, Massachusetts 02540

Authorized Distributor for FREDETTE ORIGINALS
- NEW ’81 RELEASES from FREDETTE,
GRANGER GARDENS, REINHARDT, ANALEE,
UTZ, FISHER OF CANADA, CHAMPION, LYON
SUPPLIES. Catalog $1.00 refundable with order. WE
ORIGINAL 10. Also all the striped blossom varieties

size Color

Type

10

25

50

100

500

iy4” Gr. only

Thumb Pot

$ .90

$ 2.10

$ 3.70

$ 6.85

$ 31.50

2V4” Gr. orWt.

Rd. or Sq.

.65

1.20

2.25

4.25

20.00

2V2’’ Gr. orWt.

Rd. or Sq.

.70

1.25

2.35

4.50

21.00

3” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

.90

2.10

3.70

6.85

31.50

3y2” Gr. orWt.

Rd. Tub

1.05

2.50

4.65

8.65

39.50

4” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

1.30

2.90

5.45

10.25

45.00

4y2” Gr. orWt.

Rd. Tub

1.75

4.15

7.35

14.10

68.25

5” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.00

4.50

8.65

15.75

71.40

6” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.60

6.00

11.00

20.00

92.00

6” Hvy. Gr. or Wt.

Hvy. Rd. Tub

4.80

11.50

22.50

44.00

210.00

6y2” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.90

6.55

12.60

23.10

100.00

Violet Pot with Detachable Saucer

33/4” Gr. or Wt.

Rd. Tub

2.60

6.00

10.90

19.40

89.25

Plastic Heavy Duty Pot Saucers

1

1

3y2” Gr. orWt.

1.50

3.50

6.50

12.00

1

1

4” Gr. or Wt.

1.75

4.00

6.90

12.70

1

1

4V2' Gr. only

1.80

4.25

7.25

13.00

1

r

5” Gr. or Wt.

2.00

4.45

8.40

15.75

6” Gr. or Wt.

2.80

6.55

12.00

22.00

Plastic Wick Water Reservoirs
(recessed snap-on-lids) 16 oz.

2.50

5.70

10.40

81.90

Stick Pin

( shown actual size)

(wicks not included) 32 oz.

3.85

9.25

17.10

31.75

119.70

White Plastic Labels

10

25

50

100

500

$3.50

3”

.25

.40

.70

1.00

4.25

4”

.30

.50

.85

1.50

6.50

Large Stick Pin

Plastic Hanging Planters

1

5

10

25

50

$4.00

(with saucers and wire hangers)

5V2"

3-1/8” Deep

.80

3.40

6.00

13.65

25.20

Matching Violet

6” Green

4y4” Deep

.95

4.00

7.50

17.30

31.50

8” or

5” Deep

1.15

5.75

10.40

24.40

46.20

Pins

10” White

6y4” Deep

1.50

7.25

13.85

33.15

63.00

Pendants

Permanest Trays

1

6

12

25

Rinat;

8” X 12” X 2y2”

Green

.95

5.50

10.50

22” X iiy2” X 2y2”

only

2.95

17.25

33.00

Earrings

Plastic Trays

25y2” X 13y2” X 3-3/10”

Green

2.50

14.00

26.00

50.00

( Clip or

Pierced)

or White

$5.00 each

Elisa’s African Violet Rings

9” Green only

1.00

5.50

9.90

18.70

Jewelry sent Postpaid

13” Green only

1.25

6.60

12.10

23.10

Mini Green only

1.00

5.00

9.00

17.00

Sweet

Violets

FREDETTE’S ALLEGRO PLANT TONIC

Excellent for starting leaves and small plants. Use 3 tsp. per
gal. water. 4 oz. tx>ttle — $2.75 each; 3 for $7.50; 6 for $13.50;
12 for $25.00. 1 gal. (for large growers) $30.00 each.

PH METER — $18.00
PLASTIC TERRARIUM

12” Diameter — $4.50 each

Avocado Green — Brown — White — Terra-cotta

SWIFTS “MOIST-RITE” PLANTER

White — Green — Black
2.95 each ~ 6/15.25 — 12/26.75

SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS:

Supplies shipped UPS or Parcel Post
Shipping Charges $2.50
All other Countries — Actual Cost
Mass, residents include 5% Sales Tax
Please include STREET or ROAD, Zip Code &

Phone Number.

Prices subject to change without notice.

PETER’S WATER SOLUBLE FERTILIZERS

Size/Price

Formula

Type

4 oz.

120Z.

12-36-14

African Violet Special

$1.20

$2.00

5-50-17

Variegated Special

1.20

2.00

15-16-17

Peat-Lite Special

(contains extra trace

1.20

2.00

minerals for use with
soilless mixes)

4 oz.

I60Z.

20-20-20

General Purpose

1.00

2.00

15-30-15

House Plant Special

1.00

2.00

Dolomite Limestone

2 lbs/$1.25

Charcoal

No. 3 Coarse

20 oz.

40 oz

No. 6 Medium

5 qts.

1.25

16 qts.

2.25

Vermiculite

(No. 2 Coarse)

1.10

3.00

Perlite

(Coarse)

1.55

4.85

Long Fibered Sphagnum Moss

432 cu. in./$2.50

Capiilary watering mat — a full 4 feet wide
$2.00 per running yard — whole yard lengths

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

66

Attention Advertisers

Please note increase in ad rates. This was made necessary because of increasing costs for publishing

magazine and maintaining its quality.

Another PLEASE: Deadline dates must be observed if ads are to appear, and PLEASE check amount of
copy as some ads are running much too long.

COPY TO AD MANAGER, Ann Carpenter, must be typewritten. If ads are typed there is no chance
for errors.

TRAVIS’S VIOLETS

RO. Box 42 Ochlocknee, GA 31 773

1 0 starter Plants $12.50 Postpaid

25 Fresh Cut Leaves $1 2 . 50 Postpaid

Ail plants & leaves my choice no duplications.

All labeled orders shipped within 24 hours.

Build Your Own Cart From My Kit
Information 2 18 Cent Stamps

KAY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Starter Plants Leaves

State Inspected

DISTRIBUTOR OF RONN NADEAU -

plus over 350 new and old

varieties by leading hybridizers.

SUMMER SPECIAL — 1 free plant or 1 free leaf with each plant or

leaf order. Minimum $10.00.

List 35c

Visitors welcome

5711 Idiebrook Dr.

(Please call ahead)

Charlotte, NC 28212

704-5354892

A MOTHER'S DREAM

Velma Milam

As I greet my violets each day . . . they make me
feel so happy and gay ... I see the leaves so bright
and ^een ... it seems almost like a dream . . . there
is the one called 'Heaven Sent' . . . where buds lie so
slightly bent ... its blooms so beautifully pink . . .
begging for just a little drink ... a little food, a little
air . . . and lots of Tender Loving Care . . . and there I
see a shining ray ... on this special "Mother's Day"
... we bow our heads as we pray "Thank You Lord,
for this Blessed Day".

For the Finest in Indoor Gardening !

E\J0Y \ FLORACART

World’s Finest Portable Indoor Garden
For use with Rapid Start Fluorescent Lights!

FloraCart is the original, most popular movable unit for easy in¬
door gardening! Raise luxurious African violets . . . force spring
flowering bulbs and get strong plant from all seeds and cuttings!
NOW every FloraCart comes with beautiful molded fiberglass
trays (19"x49''x1 Va ") ... lightweight and strong, easy to keep
clean, and impervious to moisture, chemicals, and weather!
Choose from two FloraCart models: 3 Trays, $140.10; 2 Trays,
$104.05 (Light Fixtures additional.) Rugged lifetime construction
of aluminum tubing. Has smart new decorator type 2V4” casters.
For the heavy-duty 4” casters shown in picture, add $3.75. Equip
your FloraCart with Combolite fixture designed especially for
flower culture, combining incandescent and fluorescent lights,
proves superior to either one alone!

1%3 “ Mrs. Ronald B. Beaume, Detroit, Michigan

1954 -- Mrs. E. L Perdue, Donaldson, Tennessee

1955 — Rev. Harold L Thompson, Birmingham, Michigan

1956 ~ Mrs. L A. Beck, St. Joseph, Missouri

1957 — Mrs. J. R. Bush, Munice, Kansas

1958 — Mrs. Edward Casey, Rochester, New York

1959 — Mrs. Clarence Kudar, Bowling Green, Ohio

1960 — Mrs. Alexander R. Colyer, Bridgewaters, New York

1961 — Mrs. Joseph Trost, Indianapolis, Indiana

1962 — Mrs. J. W. Shuey, Richmond, California

1964 — Mrs. George Phillips, Arlington, Texas

1965 — E. D. Wyke, Columbus, Indiana

1966 — Mrs. Johnny Majorana, Miami, Florida

1967 — Mrs. Karl C. Ohison, Lynn, Massachusetts

1969 — Mrs. Wallace Behnke, Neward, Delaware

1970 Mrs. Frank Luedtke, Racine, Wisconsin

1971 — Mr. and Mrs. John Gutridge, Sun City, California

1973 — Mrs. Irene Fiedler, Prescott, Wisconsin

1974 — Brother Blaise, Harrisville, Rhode Island

1975 — Elizabeth Behnke, Neward, Delaware

1976 -- Miss Rachelle Yerger, Tallahassee, Florida

1977 — Tom E. Toms, Bossier City, Louisiana

1978 — Mrs. L F. Lidiak, Austin, Texas

1979 — Retta Hamilton, Longmont, Colorado

1980 — Jon and Lee Alexander, New Orleans, Louisiana

1981 — Cy P. Yee, San Francisco, California

Write today for illustrated catalog. When
you order, send check, money order or
use Master Charge, Bank Americard, or
VISA. Give number.

Ohio residents add SVa % Sales Tax

HOME GROW PRODUCTS
8000 BAKER AVE.
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44102

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PLANTS IN
1982

AVSA CONVENTION
WIN A
FLORACART

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

67

1982 Releases

by

PAT TRACEY

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

68

1

SNOWY TRAIL
SPORT

•

Shown by
Lyn Gould
Pomona, Calif.

(Photo by Grower)

TITU — Hybrid by Barbara Elkin (Photo by Grower)

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

69

Why Not Try Detergent?

Afraid of poisonous sprays? Then try soap to kill
those African violet pests.

According to researchers at the University of
California, soap-and-water and detergent-and-water
can keep insects at non-damaging level.

Soap sprays primarily are known for their ability
to dislodge insects from plants when applied at
high pressure. In addition, other researchers have
suggested that insects might be asphyxiated by
soap sprays.

The aphid population crashed several days after
the soap treatment, but, in the other trials, insect
counts were made both one and seven days
after treatment.

The soap and detergent solutions achieved a
substantial reduction of the three insects tested.
Some of the solutions provided a level of control
similar to that of the pesticide standard.

In general, the more concentrated solutions
provided more satisfactory control than those
less concentrated.

Of the liquids. Ivory Liquid dishwashing detergent
provided the most consistent control, especially
when used at 1 to 2 percent. Preliminary trials not

included here suggest that many other liquid
dishwashing detergents may be as effective as Ivory.

More concentrated solutions provided more effec¬
tive control but increased the potential for plant
damage. Burned leaves was the most common symp¬
tom, and some solutions left unsightly white residues
on certain plants. The dry formulations left even
more unsightly deposits.

The leaf-damage potential of these sprays, and the
possibility that rinsing plants with water several
hours after spraying may reduce damage, should be
studied further, according to the researchers.

Moreover, it has not yet been determined whether
there is a harmful buildup of soap and detergent
materials in the soil when applications are repeated
over a long period.

In a total of eight experiments conducted, the soap
and detergent sprays produced high mortality of all
arthropods tested except spittlebugs. The mites,
aphids, psyllids and thrips used in these experiments
are all soft-bodied, sucking arthropods — the kind
known to be particularly susceptible to soap sprays.
Soap sprays also had been advocated, before the
advent of synthetic organic insecticides, for control
of whiteflies and scale insects.

RESERVOIR WICK POTtm

'‘It Waters and Feeds
at the Same Time"

LEAF SUPPORT AND LEAF TRAINER POT

SEND STAMPED (20(5),

SELF ADDRESSED LONG
ENVELOPE FOR CATALOG.

VOLKMANN BROS. GREENHOUSES

2714 Miner! St., /Dallas, Texas 75210

Susan’s Violets

2447 Gus Thomasson
Dallas, Texas 75228
214»328»0088

Introducing for fall shipping:

New varieties from Susan’s Violets and
Swifts’ and a few old favorites. Ship¬
ping begins Sept. 1st and ends Oct.
31st. Starter plants are $3.25 per plant
including postage for Air Mail Priority.
Leaves are $1.25 each. Send legal sized
S.A.S.E. for complete descriptive list.

Also shipping
Susan’s African Violet
Plant Food, 4-10-6.

For retail, wholesale, or
club discount information, SASE.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

70

Dept. AVSA 9-81 1490 Saturn St. Merritt Island, FL 32952

visits by
appt. only
305-452-5870

APRONS

Sturdy sharkskin bib apron with
pockets. There is even an African violet
blossom painted on the bib!

small or large . $14.95

This smock style apron ties on the sides.
Handy pockets on the front and color¬
ful African violet blossoms make this
smart and practical. Handy for kitchen
or plants!

small or large . $19.95

TOTE

Just the thing for shopping, show
materials or needle work! Approximately
16-20” with a gusset. African violets are
painted on to give this a personal touch.

$13.95

PURSE

An adorable fabric purse adorned with

African violet blossoms! A must for the

'ill.

$14.95

African violet grower!!

SKIRT

Wrap around skirt with two large
pockets. Colorful African violet blossoms
are painted on the skirt. (We have
washed one for five years and it is as
fresh as when new!) These are really
unique and attractive.

small medium large $39.95

**$2.00 postage on all items not individually marked

LIGHT SWITCH PLATES

Lucite light switch plates, single or
double with an insert of real, pressed
African violet blossoms on rice paper.

single . $5.95

double . $7.49

BOOKS

NEW! AFRICAN VIOLETS (Queens of
the Indoor Gardening Kingdom) by
Melvin J. Robey.

The CADILLAC of African violet books.
Illustrated with drawings & photographs.
The best new book in years!!

Hardback . $14.95 + $.75 postage

AFRICAN VIOLETS (How I Grow)
by Ednah Daw. An in-depth exposition
of the steps necessary for the success¬
ful culture of African violets. New!
and delightful.

Softback . $5.95 + $.75 postage

ednah oaw

HELEN VAN PELT WILSON’S BOOK of

African violets.

Hardback . $11.90 + $.75 postage

Softback . $ 7.25 -f $.75 postage

rllic,

_\rniiiHv'r

THE COMPLETE FLOWER ARRANGER by

Amile A. Ascher. This wonderful book
presents every aspect of floral design.

Explains tricks that make flower arrang¬
ing easier. Many photos,
softback . $7.95 + $.75 postage

FLORACARTS
**L0WEST PRICES**

BA-3 Three tray stand with top
bracket and three fluorescent

fixtures . $259.99

(freight collect from Ohio)

BA-4 Four tray stand with top
bracket and four fluorescent

fixtures . $289.99

(freight collect from Ohio)

!!WE NOW HAVE WORM CASTINGS!!! 1 qt. $.70
*****CHRISTMAS GIFT CERTIFICATES*****

We now offer gift certificates in $5.00 incriments. Give your
friends a gift certificate and let them choose their gift this holi¬
day season!

**Send SASE for fall list of plants and leaves**

for charge orders, send all
information on card.

minimum charge order $15.00

Send 2 Stamps for 1981 Catalog

-F -F + -I- + PLEASE SEE OUR AD IN THE JUNE AVM FOR SUPPLY LISTINGS + -F -F + +

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

71

Reigning Violets’

WAR PAINT

Hybridized by
Pam Groff

OneofUTZ’
Last releases

ELECTRA

by Pam Groff

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

72

HYBRID AFRICAN VIOLET SEEDS

by RONN NADEAU

*Unconditionally Guaranteed

*Complete Instructions

*Mailed Year Round and to Foreign Countries

SELECTIONS

RAINBOW WONDERS. Al! of the colors and shapes available in the modern day African
violet are represented in this mixture: pinks, reds, blues, purples, white, bi-colors, white
edged, and more. The plants bloom profusely with double, single, star and violet shaped
flowers. Also represented is a wide variety of leaf shapes, textures, and hues. The plants
from this mixture will be “standard” size at maturity, that is, around 9-15 inches in diameter,
and each will be different from every other in its genetics and appearance.

AUTUMN FANCIES. Everything that is written above to describe RAINBOW WONDERS
applies to AUTUMN FANCIES. The special difference between these selections is that the
AUTUMN FANCIES mixture will produce all plants with variegated foliage. Leaves are green
and white or yellow, and some plants will also have pink coloration. The variegation is
beautiful and striking and will differ from plant to plant.

LITTLE GEMS. This selection also produces profusely blooming plants in a wide variety
of flowers and foliage. However, all the plants will be small, 4-9 inches in diameter at matur¬
ity. This is a great selection for those who like their plants on the small side and/or have lim¬
ited space.

TRAIL INTRIGUE. The beautifully blooming plants from this selection will have a bushy
“trailer” growth habit, unlike the usual African violets which grow best as a single stemmed
symmetric plant. Some of the trailers will be small plants (minis) and others large (standard).
Great for hanging baskets.

A LiTTLE BIT ABOUT GROWTH FROM SEED

The African violet seeds which we sell are all hybrids, that is they are produced by hand
cross pollinating different varieties. Seeds produced in this way have various combinations
of the many genes from each parent. Thus even the seeds from a single cross are at least
slightly different from every other and this means that every plant is different and unique. It
is comparable to the fact that if a pair of human parents has ten children, each child will be
distinctly different and unique, even though all ten will have some characteristics In
common with each other and with their parents.

When you plant African violet seeds and in around 6-8 months get a large array of different
blooming seedlings, you will, of course, find some you like better than others. It will then be
possible for you to clone those that you especially like by leaf propagation. If leaf propaga¬
tion is successful in producing exact replicas of the seedling and if these plants are truly
beautiful and unique, you can name the new variety and even register it. We will gladly sup¬
ply you the information on how to do this.

PRICES

All selections are $4.25 per packet of 100 seeds, except for “LITTLE GEMS” in which packets
contain 50 seeds.

SPECIAL: Four packets, one of each selection, $14.50.

St. Louis Violet Nurseries

2662A Smoke View Dr.

Maryland Heights, MO 63043

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All WRANGLERS for 1981 listed in
June AVSA ad will be available
throughout 1982 along with the 1982
WRANGLERS. I wish to thank all of you
who responded to the June ad. Plants
will be shipped as soon as possible.

Plenty of time still remains to get your
beautifully variegated WRANGLERS
ordered. See June issue.

WRANGLERS to be released in ’82 are
Stampede, Westward Ho!, Silver
Buckles, Silver Spurs, Pat’s Pleasure,
Whiskey Junction, Lady Vallin, Lady Lee,
Moon Dance, Branding Time, Double
Pleasure, High Jumper, Prairie Fire,
Hayride, Purple Moon, Fringed Surrey.

Mailing Address: Smith’s African Violets
Rt. 1, Box 84A, Liberty, TX 77575
Phone 713-336-6963

MINIATURE LEAVES

African Violet minis and semiminiatures.

Choice collection of show winners and all-time favorites.

15 leaves — $6.00
Please add $1.75 for Priority Mail.

TERRY LINDEN

153 East 57th Street New York City, NY 10022

AFRICAN VIOLETS

PLANTS - LEAVES - SUPPLIES

ANNOUNCING — New 1981 List.

Shipping of leaves only.

(Send 30(p for descriptive list.)

Our plant house is devoted entirely to growing superior quality African
violets — over 800 varieties of the best from leading hybridizers.

Visitors welcome — we keep irregular hours for your con¬
venience so just call before coming.

R. J. MIDERSKI

945 N. Exmoor Avenue Barrington, IL 60010
(312) 382-1077

AVSA Commercial Member

YOUR CHOICE $1.50 per plant
, postpaid. 10 plant min., 30
LA CARTE i plant max. Limit 2 plants of
each variety per order please. Or OUR CHOICE — 12
for the price of 10. For airmail add 10$ per plant. Ship¬
ping season ends about November 1.

Amigo, Anira, Bermuda High, Betty Terry, Becky,
Celine, Coralaire, Color Wonder, Crescent City, Califor¬
nia Skies, Clyo, Coral Cameo, Coral Plus, Coral
Treasure, Daydream, Dee Dee, Denver Belle, Devil’s
Gold, Dutch Skies, Ermine, Grenada, Heaven Sent, Hot
Cargo, H’s Hiawatha, H’s Phala, Jessica, Janet, Key
West, Largo, Lavender Belle, My Lou, Pink Sunset, Persian Velvet, Red Electra, Revolu¬
tionary Red, Royalmania, Royalover, Seawyfe, Star Strip, Serita, Spiffy, Sanibel,
Startler, Silver Crinkles, Temple, Texas Rainbow, Tiffany, The Redhead, Virgo, White
Hurricane, Yours Truly, Zoe.

Fredette Criginals and many other varieties from leading hybridizers.

List 30$ (Cverseas $1.00 — fresh cut leaves only)

Long SASE for prices on Tube Craft products.

Rt. 3, Fayette, MG 65248
Ph. 816-248-3232

Mrs. R. D. Tompkin

Visitors Welcome 9-5
Sunday by Appointment

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Sandra Leary Hybrids — (*new)

Bermuda High*

Suncoaster*

Coconut Frost*

Sancastler*

Bahama Mama

Largo

Gasperiila*

Tradewinds*

Caribbean Treasure*

Penny Brenner*

Creole Queen*

Bubble Gum

Mayan Magic*

Boca Grande*

Bourbon Street*

Berry Terry*

Mariposa

High Adventure

Gypsy Trance*

Sea Wyfe*

Spanish Galleon*

Islander*

Key West

Distant Thunder

Pirates Ransom*

Sarasota*

Kialoa*

Sea Scape*

Coral Cove*

Precious Cargo*

Granger Gardens — (*new)

Firebrand*

Camelot Pink*

Fiesta Frills*

Orchid Fiesta*

Serita Sp.*

White Crusader*

Peppermint Lace*

Rose Sonnet*

Winter Set*

Mardi Gras*

Star Lace*

Coral Sunset*

Cotillion*

Carnival*

Lavender Bandmaster*

Pink Crusader*

Blue Viceroy*

Coral Celebrity*

Normandy*

Capri*

White Bounty*

Venus*

Amigo*

Mahogany Belle*

Tranquility*

Frostfire*

Winter Fantasy*

Etude*

Iroquois*

Mon Ami*

Sammye Ballard*

Rose Jubilee*

Capistrano*

Startler

Blue Radiance*

Springtime*

Aspen Pink*

Rosemarie*

Super Pink*

Pink illusion*

Artie Blizzard*

Kingswood Red*

Calais*

Pink Bandmaster*

Debonaire*

Pink Imperial*

Avalon*

Contraband*

Crystalaire*

Orchid Reverie*

Polaris*

Snowdrift*

Candyland*

White Viceroy*

Quality Violets From Fisher of Canada — (‘now)

Andela Hei-Ning*

Estelle*

Nora*

Timothy*

Arlene Alice*

Mount Abu*

Carolyn*

Green Lady*

Pat*

Walter James*

Green Band*

Old Rose*

Debra*

Gretchen*

Ralph*

Adam Scott*

Joanne Cora*

Red Ballet*

Ellen Marie*

Heidi*

Richard*

Apricot Silk*

Julia Lynn*

Typhoo*

Elly-Cee*

Ida*

Sylvia*

April*

Kathleen Ann*

Leone

Susie

Pamela

Kyota

Lochiel

Tommie Tucker

Polly Flinders

Lyndon Lyon — (*new)

Disco Dancin*

Real Peachy*

Country Cousin

Tutti Frutti*

Lilac Gem*

Firespray*

Raving Red*

Love Bug*

Satin Sassy*

Shyness*

Loves Charm*

Floral Fantasy

Edge of Eloquence*

Splish Splash*

Frosted Delight*

Luvkins*

Star Performer

Ravishing Ruffles

Disco Dazzler*

Star Wars*

By Request*

Confetti Trail*

Buckeye Trail*

Lindsay Ann*

My Desire

Kristi Marie*

Dyn-o-mite

Vibrant Val*

Sweet Treat*

Royal Edge*

Hug Me*

Delicate Love*

Smokey Love*

Tempie*

Twik*

Morning Song*

Fringed Charm*

Darth Vadar*

Color Wonder*

Sweet Charmer*

Triple Twist*

Echoes of Pink*

Pip Squeak

Provocative*

Icy Trail*

Mystic Glow*

Starbuck*

Scene Stealer*

Sooner State Violet Nursery — (*new)

Little Miss*

Great Pretender*

Little Pistol*

Autumn's Little Priss*

Kiowa*

Autumn's Stormy Weather*

Pink Fling*

Autumn Honey

Seekers Harmony*

Sundancer*

Cherokee Sunrise*

Sea Hawk*

Ashley's Promise*

Autumn Ember*

Smoque Beau*

Captain Flash*

Little General*

Trisha's Promise*

Southern Ivory*

Autumn Beauty*

Sandia Rose*

Seekers Pleasure*

Dancin' Fool*

Little Schooner*

Chianti*

Kiss Me Pink*

Little Miss*

Little Feather*

Easy Pink*

Great Pretender*

Cocamo Jack*

Maiden Blush*

Shadow Play*

Reeds House of Violets ■— Leaves only

Big Arkie ( new)

Dixie Snow (new)

Lovey Mine (new)

Something Pretty

Pink Lemonade

Hall of Fame

Coral Rose (new)

Fancifrill (new)

Lowery (new)

Super Stars (new)

June Swift

Anthony

Colonial Belle (new)

First Place (new)

My Stars (new)

Sweet Magic (new)

Denver Belle

Bold Charm

Cotton Queen (new)

Glacier Blue (new)

Our Hope (new)

Very Grape (new)

Mrs. Ike

Country Girl

Dixie Charm (new)

Lilac Lady (new)

Plum Royal (new)

Very Very (new)

Big Tex

Very Raspberry

Fredette

- Cnew)

Champion -• |

[•now)

Tennessee Series by Mrs. Fritz — Leaves only — new

Bermuda High*

Plum Surprise*

Seeing Stars*

White Lightning*

T. Tamara (new)

T. Belinda (new)

Candy Green*

Replique*

Tinsel Town*

Periwinkle Trinket*

T. Indigo Elf (new)

T. Anabel (new)

Colibri*

Sarara*

Lilac Flip*

Trinket Seas*

T. Trudy (new)

T. Pink Lady (new)

Candy -0*

Shadow Plays*

Dot & Dash*

Amethyst Sparks

T. Bunny (new)

T. Sweet Jean (new)

Dancin'*

Sea Gypsy*

Neon Rainbow*

Berry Splash

T. Sweet Sue (new)

T. Love Bug (new)

Music Man*

Oh Susannah*

Rocket*

Pink Poppy

T. Star Trek (new)

T. Mint Julep (new)

Utz

Bakers (*new)

Violets Atlanta (*new)

Barbara Elkin (*n9w)

Hawley

Zoe

Green Sleeves*

Cyan Rays*

Canadian Sunset*

Conjure*

Margaret Miller

Prime

Howdy Doody

Lucky Streak*

Morea Surf*

Rainglow*

Pacomee

LaVioletta

Jamaica*

Moonshadows*

Gorgeous George*

White Feathers*

Cozy Harbor

Sincerely

Spring Time*

Purple Sleet*

Windflower

Jolene*

Maine Maid

Yours Truly

Will 0 the Wisp*

Wisteria Frills*

Echo Star*

Golden Rain*

Maine Mist

Electra

Ain't Misbehavin'

Zanadue*

Shadow Star*

Missy Priss*

Maine Moonlight

Our Own Reigning Violets

Swifts (new) — Leaves Only

Swifts -

■ Leaves Only

Cheryl's Joy

Flaming Foliage

Antique Wine* Merri Ruffles* Cherries*

Unpredictable (new)

Noteworthy (new)

Pocono Sunset

Sparkling Burgundy

Sweet Lady* Lilac Hint*

Big Witch*

Best Yet ( new)

Personality (new)

Keystone Kutie

Wild Strawberry

Sno-Grape* Hot Dawg*

Antique Wine*

One 'N Only (new)

Unique Pink (new)

Winter Carnival

The Windwalker

Shady Ruffles* Grape Sherbet* Cat's Meow

Fairy Tale (new)

Winekin (new)

Pocono Sunrise

Paper Roses

Sassy Cat* Easter Eggs* Betcha

Rags To Riches (new)

Busy Bloomer (new)

Ring of Fire

Mountain Man

Paradise Isle* Delicacy*

Dutch Stars

Work Or Art (new)

My Sugar Pink (new)

Bonn Nadeau

Hortense’s Favorite’s

Autumn Fancy Red Ace Pink Crystal

Ken Fro Anne's Favorite Sport

Good Luck Black Ace Shomee Magic Peach Pie Amazing Grace

Spring Fling Red Hot Lou Something Special Lavender Elf Double Black Cherry

Stars Edge Gold Lace Wilma Lou

Dorie

Mark

Queensbrook Misty Rose Vigor Lou

Hiawatha Tiger

ALLOW 4 TO 6 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY. PLEASE LIST SOME SECOND CHOICES. WE WILL NOT SUBSTITUTE UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY, BUT WE DO RESERVE THE

RIGHT TO SUBSTITUTE. ALL LEAVES AND ROOTED CUTTINGS ARE LIMITED TO ONE EACH PER VARIETY.

PA RESIDENTS PLEASE ADD 6% STATE SALES TAX. ALL ORDERS ARE SHIPPED FIRST CLASS MAIL POSTPAID.

IF YOU DESIRE SPECIAL DELIVERY, PLEASE ADD $2.75.

COMPLETE LIST $1.00. OVERSEAS SHIPPING -

LEAVES ONLY. PLEASE ADD $2.50 PER DOZEN FOR AIR MAIL. WE ARE STATE INSPECTED.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

75

TK

2165 Bailey Brook Dr., Birmingham, AL 35244
205-988-3220 Call for appointment

LTRA VIOLETS

FALL SALE ON FRESH CUT LEAVES

10 for $5.00 (my choice)

Distributor for Sooner State.

Also specializing in Grangers, Dattalo, Fredettes', Cookies.
Immediate Shipment until Nov. 15

SHIRLEY’S BLOOMIN’ BLOSSOMS

Fall Specials: 15 leaves (my choice) . $5.00P.P.

15 leaves (your choice) . $6.50 P.P.

New and Old Varieties: Standard, Variegated and Miniatures.

LARGE LIST: SOq: (coins only, please)

Make checks payable to; Shirley Wiggins
117 Killybegs Lane Box 67

Somerset, Ml 49281 517-688-4795

PLASTIC LABELS

“Thriftee” 3”, 4”, 5” & 6”. Available in seven
colors: White, Green, Red, Blue, Yellow, Orange &
Pink. (Colors Not Assorted)

“Lifetime” Style “A” 4y2” Vertical Stakes and
Style “C” Vertical Stakes. (White Only)

Send SASE for Dealer/Club List.

Send 50 cents for
complete Growing Supplies List.

BERNARD D. GREESON

3548 N. Cramer Milwaukee, Wl 53211

Quick! Neat! Easy!

FloraCART
Watering Wand

Popular accessory for your FloraCART.
Or for any plant setup. Lightweight 21’' alu¬
minum wand dispenses water with pinpoint
accuracy— no spilling, no breaking leaves! No
heavy watering cans! Easy-operating positive-
action valve. Complete with 8 feet of plastic
hose and gallon plastic jug. $23.98 each. In
U.S. add $1.25 shipping; in Canada $1.50.
Ohio residents add 51/2% sales tax. Check,
money order, Master Charge or BankAmeri-
card (give card number). By the makers of
FloraCART indoor greenhouse on wheels.
Write for literature. Tube Craft,

Inc., 8000 Baker Ave.,

Cleveland, OH 44102.

If you grow to show,
you’ll appreciate our soil.

Over the last three years, plants grown
in our soil have won dozens of top
prizes throughout the New York metro¬
politan area.

That’s no accident. Our soil has what It
takes to grow prize winners: a just-right
pH, charcoal, leaf mulch, trace ele¬
ments, a systemic fungicide, and eight
other ingredients. In other words, our
soil Is complete. You don’t have to add
a thing.

Light and porous, our soil thrives on
capillary matting, and it does well with
wicking and top watering.

We call it “our soil” because we mix it
ourselves. Because we sterilize com¬
pletely after mixing. Because It’s
available only from us. And because
we’re proud of it.

It comes in Va cu. ft. bags (enough for
100 3’’ pots). And it goes for $7.50 a bag
postpaid. Try some. We think you’ll find
it completely satisfying.

Send a self-addressed stamped enve¬
lope for a list of supplies. We are about
10 miles from the George Washington or
Tappan Zee bridges.

Wi/inp/iri

ican^iolets

46 Glen Avenue East, Harrington Park, NJ 07640 (201) 768-6275

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

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WORLD’S Largest Starter Plant Selection 2000+ Varieties

PLANTS $2.50 each or$28.00/dz. FC LEAVES .75(p each or $8.00/dz.

HUGE LiST — Send Two 18(p Stamps
ALL 1981 FREDEHE’S & ALL 1981 REED’S AVAILABLE

**SUPER

#1 — 5 — 1981 Fredette’s
#2 — 5 — 1981 Reed’s

FALL

SPECIALS

#3 — 5 — 1981 Baker’s
#4 — 5 -- 1981 Granger’s
#5 — 5 — 1981 Lyon’s
#6 — 8 — 1981 Varieties

* Valley Violets selects
Varieties on

ALL SPECIALS*

EACH $10.00 PLUS POSTAGE

#7 — 10 — Varieties PLANTS
#8 — 25 — F.C. 1981 Leaves

#9 — 35 — Variety F.C. Leaves

1981 BAKER’S

Hydrangea

Coral Seas

Howdy Doody

White Lightnin’

Cherry Trail

Krinkies

Burning Love

Liliput

Jamaica

Rockabye

Scobie Doo

Teachers Pet

Greensleaves

Coral Frost

Perry

Disco Dynamite

Angel Wings

Sha Na Na

1981 GRANGER’S

Dressed Up

Choral Chorale

Blue Radiance

Capistrano

Pink Bandmaster

Fantasy #121

Rose Sonnet

Calais

Crystalaire

Aspen Pink

Frostfire

Russetone

Carnival

Rose Bandmaster

Fantasy #66

Normandy

Dark Illusion

Candy Land

Rose Reverie

Fantasy #111

1981 LYON’S

Orchid Reverie

Pink illusion

Darth Vader

Love Bug

Sweet Treat

Scene Stealer

Provocative

Starbuck

Disco Dancin

Raving Red

Fringed Charm

Confetti Trail

Hug Me

Frosted Delight

Satin Sassy

Echoes of Pink

Melody Trail

Mystic Glow

Lindsey Ann

Triple Twist

Lilac Gem

Twiki

Shyness

Little Echo

NEW COOKIE’S, SWIFTS’ & SUSAN’S

Sugar Cane (c)

Marie Knoblock (c)

Gris Gris (c)

Jazz Time (c)

Creole Tomato (c)

Zig Zag (su)

Classic Lassie (su)

April Allure

N. 0. Lady (c)

One N’ Only (sw)

Rebel Rouser (c)

Swamp Fever (c)

Bright Eyes

Desert Night (su)

Dixieland (c)

Sheer Bliss (su)

Bright Promise (su)

Carnival Time (c)

Cherry Pie (su)

Cajun Delight (c)

Winekin (sw)

Nice 8f Easy (su)

Java (c)

Libby

Patches (su)

Celia (c)

Jeff Davis (c)

Fais Do Do (c)

Barbara Sisk (c)

Tom Girl

Remember When (su)

Pearly Sparkles (su)

Fine Romance (sw)

Unpredictable (sw)

Confederate Rebel

Leatrice (c)

Spanish Moss(c)

OTHER BAKER’S & SUPER GOODS

Amazing Grace

Curly Q

Tambourine

Star Strip

Lucky Lady

Autumn Honey

Shooting Star

Okefenokee

Evergreen

Fantasy Island

Cherry Frosting

Sho Biz

Bonnie Lass

Blondie

Lady Madonna

Oh Susannah

Kristy Marie

Pinwheel

Night Life

The Whopper

Wonderland

Ms. Pretty

Ain’t Misbehavin’

Swingin’ Safari

Kermit

Firebird

Bahama Mama

Boffo

Luscious

Aglitter

Whispering Hope

Flambeau

Disco Dazzler

Tipsy

Alley Oop

Dyn-o-mite

Midget Corsage

Star Wars

Whoop de Doo

Super Duper

Pip Squeak

Midget Ric Rac

Pistachio

Tra La La

Star Power

June Swift

Berry Splash

Sammye Ballard

Pegasus

Desiree

Bayou Lou

P-ink-y

Montgomery Belle

Vibrant Val

Snowflake

High Brow

Little Jim

Pineapple Sherbert

By Request

Sitters

Can Can

Green Ice

Kingswood Pink

Fireworks

Spearmint

Green Giant

Persian Velvet

Heart Throb

VALLEY VIOLETS

Eari & Joyce Mathews
Rt. 1, Box 69

DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433

All orders add $2.00 or 15% (whichever is greater) for
postage ( First Class Air — Priority) & packing
Please allow 4-6 weeks for shipping
4.5 miles South of Argyle, FL on C-183

(904-892-3501) An appointment is wise.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

77

GREENBRIER VIOLET NURSERY

P.O. Box 316
Greenbrier, AR 72058

Fresh cut leaves, your choice . 50(5 each ppd.

My choice leaves . 3 dozen for $9.00 ppd.

Latest and best varieties including 1981 releases.

New listing 35$.

CAROL’S VIOLETS

African Violets and their supplies
New and Old Varieties

9813 Deer Trail Houston, TX 77038

(Located near Greenspoint Mall.

Take 145 North, exit West Rd., west of Freeway)

No Shipping Phone: 713-447-6875

SCAGLIOLA’S GREENHOUSE VIOLETS

Greenhouse Address Mailing Address

1601 Industrial Way, #2F 750 Gull Ave.

Belmont, CA 94002 Foster City, CA 94404

or Phone:

(415) 591-8727 (415) 573-6872

Plants, Fresh Cut Leaves

and Rooted Clumps

We are over stocked and discontinuing
certain varieties of minis and standards.
Send self-addressed stamped envelope for
this special list of plants for $1.25 each,
plus postage.

List of 600 + varieties — 2 stamps or .35$

Retail Greenhouse Flours;

Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

cihavkiliiie%

VIICILIETS

OLD & NEW FAVORITES INCLUDING :

Alabaster Firebird Mark

Candyland Frostfire Parson’s Nadine

Darth Vader Garnet Elf Raving Red
Disco Daziler HappyHaroid Satin Sassy
Fringed Charm Heather Blue Tommie Lou

PLUS - 1981 hybrids from the leading growers

PLANTS . . .$2.75

for a complete list send 354

to :

7272 Kingswood Dr.

West Chester, Ohio 45069

NEW INTRODUCTIONS JULY 1981

Sorry, no Retail Shipping. All Retail sales are made at the greenhouses.

BLUE TITAN KINGWOOD RED CAMELOT PINK PINK IMPERIAL FLAMINGO QUEEN

CONTRABAND WINTERSET CRYSTALLAIRE FANTASY HYBRIDS ASPEN PINK

Wholesale list available to the Trade or Clubs only. Valencia and Desert Dawn are also available. These
plants are not difficult to propagate. You can get as many as 36 from one suckering. They will come 100%
true by this procedure, but they Will Not come true from leaf cuttings. Ask someone who has purchased one

or more of them.

Our Wholesale list is available on request with a self addressed stamped envelope. To Clubs who are in an
area not selling our plants may we suggest sending for our list and using it for Club project plants or for
Show sales? Club orders should be placed three months before Show time to be sure of availability. Dealers
and Clubs should submit some form of identification of their business.

If you are looking for quality plants that are tested for trueness before they are released to the trade that is
what we try for. However once in a while a variety will go bad and not hold as true as it should be. We try to
eliminate it by trying it out for three generations. Our varieties consist of singles, doubles, and semidbis,
tailored and wavy foliage in shades of green, bred for symmetry and performance of blooming habits. The
blooms are in heavy clusters as large as any to be found and vary in many shades and variegation. Your order
is very carefully packed to reach you in good condition. Air freight shipping year around, UPS May 1-Nov. 1.

1060 Wilbur Rd. Medina, OH 44256 Ph. 216-239-2349

Greenhouses are located 1 mi. east of Schools at Granger off Rt. 94. Open weekdays 8:00 • 5:00 except Sundays and Holidays

All Retail sales are made at Greenhouses only.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

78

AFRICAN VIOLETS

QUEENS OF THE INDOOR GARDENING KINGDOM

by

Melvin J. Robey

The first book in ten years devoted exciusiveiy to the African violet!

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I feel you will find my book informative, easy to read and well documented.

It may be purchased from my friends at DODE’S GARDENS, INC.

1490 Saturn Street
Merritt Island, FL 32952

Hardback ..... $14.95 + $. 75 postage
special prices for ten or more copies
please write for details

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P.O. Box 1052, Dept. AV
Midland, Ml 48640

FALL LISTINGS

SIDNEY GROENEMAN: Leaves only, 90$ pp.
Limited supply.

COCOAMO JACK: geneva edged wine purple
d., good bloomer.

EASY PINK: 2" triple pink stars, medium green fol.

MAIDEN BLUSH: full d. pom-poms of creamy Ivory White on sturdy
Lilian Jarrett var. fol.

LIHLE GENERAL; It. blue sd., modified girl fol. SM.

LITTLE SCHOONER: dk. rose d., med. green mod. girl fol. SM.
LITTLE MISS: d. dk. pink center fades to light pink. SM.

LIHLE FEATHER: sd. pink, dk. green fol. SM.

LITTLE PISTOL: soft pink sd., dk. green slick girl fol. SM.

SUSAN’S VIOLETS: Leaves only. 75$ pp.

POP MUSIK; Ig. d. wine, pink edged var. fol.

KATHY: d. two tone hot pink, darker tips, dk. ruf. fol.

MILDRED WILLIAMS; red blooms high above tal. var. fol.
DESIREE’; sd. white and lav., very symm. var. fol.

OL’ MAID: sd. lav., darker tips, symm. pink var. fol.
MISCHIEVOUS; sd. It. purple, dkr. tips, dk. pink edged fol.
GLORIA: Ig. It. pink sd. on dk. tal. fol. Show plant.

SWEET WATER: blue-lav. and white d.. ruf. quilted fol.

OALLAS PRIDE: Ig. sd. lav., drk. tips, dk. red backed fol.
FIDDLESTICKS: Ig. dk. blue d. on pink var. fol.

AUNT CAROLYN: Ig. wine d., dkr. tips, pretty var. fol.

GRANGER GARDENS: Leaves only. 75$ pp
PINK IMPERIAL: med. pink fluted d.. white edge. dk. fol.
CAPISTRANO: Ig. lav., whte edge, med. green tal. fol.
CRYSTALAIRE: d. med. to light blue, white edge. tal. fol.
KINGWOOD RED; Ig. bright red bloom, tal. fol.

BLUE RADIANCE: sd. white, blue eye and some rays.

FANTASY HYBRIDS; icy lav. with an array of blue splashes.

IRENE FREDEHE: Leaves only, 75$ pp.

COLIBRI, SHADOW BLUE, SARAVA, PLUM SURPRISE, DANCIN’,
CANDY GREEN

LYNDON LYONS: Leaves only, 75$ pp.

MYSTIC GLOW, FROSTED DELIGHT, LINDSEY ANN, SATIN SASSY,
ECHOES OF PINK, LOVE’S CHARM, ANGEL’S TOUCH, ICY TRAIL,
MORNING SONG, CONFEHI TRAIL, BUCKEYE TRAIL, TWINKIE,
BLAZING TRAIL, LIHLE ECHO, LOVE BUG, TRIPLE TWIST,
FRINGED CHARM, PROVOCATIVE, SCENE STEALER

Plants also: $2.25 pp. - DARTH VADAR, DISCO DANCIN’

FROM OUR SPRING LIST

SIDNEY GROENEMAN; Leaves, 90$ pp. — Plants, $2.75 pp.
AMY TRENNA; Ig. soft pink d., coppery tips, always in bloom
CAPTAIN FLASH: Ig. It. & dk. pink, white edge, Ig. ovate fol.

KISS ME PINK: Ig. soft pink d., unusual var. fol.

PINK FLING: many med. pink d., dark green fol.

SEA HAWK: Ig. bright blue sd. star, Ig. med. green fol.

REED’S; Leaves, 90$ pp. ■— Plante, $2.75 pp.

COTTON QUEEN: fringed white d., med. green fol.

FIRST PLACE: Ig. fringed red -purple d.

MY STARS; d. pink, lav. overlay & edge. Stars on stars.

LOWERY: Ig. lav. fringed d., some purple fantasy.

TOM EDWARD: fluted It. blue d., some darker tips. Nice.

TAFFY: mounds of very pale pink d., quilted fol.

VIOLETS c/0 COOKIE; Leaves. 90$ pp. — Plante, $2.75 pp.
BARBARA SISK, CAFE AU’ LAIT, JAMBOLAYA, JAVA, JAZZ
TIME, CAJUN COUNTRY, CAJUN DELIGHT. LUCKY DUCK, TIGGY
WIGGY, SPANISH MOSS. REBEL ROUSER, MARIE KNOBLOCK,
SWAMP FEVER.

SUSAN’S VIOLETS: Leaves, 75$ pp. — Plante, $2.25 pp.
BETHANNE: sd. It. lav., drk. tips, pretty symm. var. fol.

SANGRIA WINE: Ig. d. red over dk. green longifolia fol.

HEAVENLY DAZE: Ig. rosy pink sd., fast bloomer. Nice.

CHERRY PIE: bright red sd., ruf., dk. green fol. Pretty.

PEARLY SPARKLES: d. white, hint of lav., tal. var. fol.

MINIMUM ORDER: 6 plants or 12 leaves.

Mich, residents add 4% sales tax.

State Inspected LIST - 50$ { 517) 835-9225

FALL SALE

All Standard and Variegated Varieties by Leading Hybridizers.
Fresh Cut Leaves Nice Size Starter Plants

24 for $7.50 $1.00 each

New Fall List ... 35$

Betty’s African Violets

1604 East 17tli St. Farmington, NM 87401

Thelma's African Violets

6 blooming size violets — $8.00
My choice. Orders sent promptly
2 free violets with $16.00 order

Thelma Davis P.O. Box 369

Newton, AL 36352

AFRICAN VIOLETS
PLANTS, STARTERS, LEAVES.

OVER 1000 VARIETIES INCLUDING
MINIATURES AND TRAILERS
LIST 50$

THE QREEN ACRE

820 W. Northwest H wy . Barrington, I L 8001 0

Phono: 312-382-1418

CHRISTINES FLOWERLAND

Authorized Distributor For FREDETTE ORIGINALS
ALSO GRANGER, BAKER, LYON, AND OTHERS
VISITORS WELCOM E CALL (803) 394-2366

CHRISTINE DIGGS

118 SO. LEXINGTON AVE. LAKE CITY, SC 29560

STATE INSPECTED

This elegant little card, 4” x 6”, is printed deep violet
on white stock. Reverse side is plain for your
message. No. 1 in a series. Use as a postcard, place
card, or to dress up a gift to a violet-loving friend!

$2.25 dozen, postpaid

Please write for our 1981 list of mini and semimini AV
leaves, including Tally Timers and Sally’s Choice, and all
other African violet needlework and stationery accessories.
25 cents.

Sally Haven Violets

P.O. BOX 1711 MANCHESTER, MISSOURI 63011

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VIOLETS 6AL0RE AT THE GORALS

Disfributor of FREDETTE’S ORIGINALS
and . . .

Partner of REED’S HOUSE OF VIOLETS.

Thanks for your patronage and sends a reminder that
. . . Shipping for ’81 ends Nov. 1.

Listing includes

Granger, Lyon, Baker, Elkin, Leary, Lorenzen

— 35f in coin.

132 Joan Avenue Green Bay, Wl 54302

HOLLETS
AFRICAN VIOLETS

DISTRIBUTOR
FREDETTE ORIGINALS

35 Noble St.

Coxsackie, NY 12051

Starter Plants — Fresh Cut Leaves
Please send 25c for 1981 listing

LA PETROVFFSKY
^^GREENHOUSES

AFRICAN VIOLETS

Over 1,000 varieties, 400 min, 600 stnds, and many gesneriads
Over 35,000 African Violets on display

Distributor of Fredette Originals

New 1981 Fredette Originals available 1/1/81
New from Reed’s House of Violets available 4/15/81
New from Sooner State Violet Nursery available 4/15/81

1981 “ 24 page catalog 50-
50“ refundable with 1st order
Mail Order, Retail & Wholesale
African Violets — $2.35 Ppd.

New 1981 varieties $2.85 Ppd.

Gesneriads — $2.00 Ppd.

We also carry varieties from Arndt, Beck, Champion. Constantinov, Elkin,
Fisher, Granger, Hawley, Khoe, Lyon, Maas, Nadeau. Pittman, Russell, Swift,
Utz, and many others

(MIN. ORDER $10.00)

14867 Indian Springs Rd., (1 mile West of McCourtney Rd.)
Rough & Ready, CA S5975
Greenhouse hours: Tues = Sun 9=5
OVERSEAS CUSTOMER CATALOG 1 Dollar
Now Shipping the Pacific Basin Year Around

"'Specializing In African Violets"

m im n m intsitT

SANDRA LEARY HYBRIDS:

SARASOTA
SEASCAPE
CORAL COVE
MAXIMO MOORINGS
MILLIE HANSEN
PRECIOUS CARGO
HARBOR LIGHTS
GASPARILLA
KIALOA

LAST CALL FOR 1981 - ALL NEW HYBRIDS
TO END THE SHIPPING YEAR

LYNDON LYON;

REAL PEACHY
SHYNESS
SCENE STEALER
PROVOCATIVE

TRIPLE TWIST (leaves only)
LOVE BUG (mini)

LUVKINS (mini)

TWIKI (mini)

TWINKiE (mini)

CONFETTI TRAIL (leaves only)

GRANGER GARDENS;

CRYSTALLAIRE (leaves only)
BLUE RADIANCE
CAMELOT PINK
AVALON (leaves only)

SERITA SPORT (leaves only)

PINK FR0STFIRE( leaves only)

WiNTERSET

PINK CRUSADER

ORCHID REVERIE

DEBONAIR

FIREBRAND

3=FANTASY HYBRIDS

ETHEL CHAMPION; {kmm only)
SEEING STARS
TINSEL TOWN
LILAC FLIP
DOT & DASH
NEON RAINBOW
ROCKET

WHITE LIGHTNING
PERIWINKLE TRINKET
TRINKET SEAS

BLAZING TRAIL (leaves only)

ORDER DIRECT FROM THIS AD AND “SAVE” ON LAST CALL SPECIAL!!

ALL LEAVES, (limited to one each, per customer, please), 75$ each, minimum of 12, plus $3.00 shipping charges.

ALL PLANTS, $2.50 each, minimum of 5, plus $3.00 shipping charges. We still have a good supply of 1981 Spring Leary and Reed’s House
of Violets, also reduced to these special prices.

Please see Jan. 1981 ad for descriptions.

We do reserve the right to substitute if necessary.

Current List 50$ (coins only)

VISITORS WELCOME BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

P.O. BOX 238 MILLINGTON, Ml 48746 (517) 871-2505

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

81

JEWELLS VIOLET BOUTIQUE

Blooming and Starter Plants — Pink Brocade & Cleopatra
VISITORS WELCOME BY APPOINTMENT
(703) 451-4020
No List — No Shipping

6009 Grayson St., Springfield, VA 22150

Our hybrids now available from our
partners across the United States.
Look for their ads.

The House of Violets

Chariyne and Ralph Reed

ITS NEW -ITS GREAT -ITS SUPER
ITS

SUPER SOIL SUBSTANCE

(The Soilless Potting Mix Mixer)

One pound bag makes 6 gallons of the best potting mix your plants ever
lived in'

SUPER SOIL SUBSTANCE contains 27 important ingredients to insure great
plant growth- if purchased seperate could cost well over $100 00 SUPER
SOIL SUBSTANCE is complete -|ust add the one pound bag to - (locally pur¬
chased) 3-2-1 - Mix- 3 gallons sphagnum Peat Moss. 2 gallons Vermiculite 1
gallon Perl-lite-mix dry -add v? to A4 gallon water and in 30 days you're
ready to pot up your plants

Nothing else to buy - We ask you to test it against what you are now using -
If not satisfied -We'll refund your full purchased price on SUPER SOIL
SUBSTANCE)

You can wick feed your plants as usual - feed 'A strength as usual - Nothing
different -except the results AND WE GUARANTEE IT^

ORDER DIRECT & SAVE

1 Pound trial size $3.95 makes 6 gallons

6 Pound Bags $19.95 makes 36 gallons

12 Pound Bags $39.00 makes 72 gallons

Order Direct From: Violets Galore of Georgia
3482 Misty Valley Road
Decatur, Georgia 30032

Yes, we pay the freight — (allow 4 weeks for delivery) — Single
bag orders add SOc to cover handling 2 or more no extra
charge. Georgia residents add 4% state sales tax.

"Schultz- Instant”

LIQUID PLANT FOOD

EASY TO USE

“Just add 7 drops per qt. in the water
Everytime you water,

Everything you grow. ”

Ultra Pure, Concentrated, 10-15-10,
Liquid, All Purpose, "Starls S Feeds
Formula”®. Convenient for all indoor
and outdoor uses. 3 Sizes.

Available at your store or send
$150 tor 5'/r oz. $2.75 for 12 oz..

$4.00 for 28 oz (includes mailing).

"Schultz- Instant”

EASY TO USB

“Just add % tsp. per gal. in the water
Everytime you water, Everything you grow.”

Ultra Pure.Concentrated, 20-30-20, Soluble,
All Purpose, "Starts & Feeds Formula”®.
Sizes for Gardens, Vegetables, Flowers,
Roses, Shrubs, Trees, Lawns, Greenhouses,
Nurseries. 3 Sizes.

Available at your store or send $2 50 lor
1 lb.. Small Garden Size, $9.95 lor 5 lb.

Lawn S Garden Size. $33.00 for 25 lb.

Estate Size (includes mailing).

By the makers of 'Plant Shine*"

SCHULTZ CO.-St. Louis, MO 63043

SEND FOR OUR FUND RAISING OFFER

FROM THE HEART OF TEXAS

8

per

doz.

ppd.

FALL AFRICAN VIOLET BONANZA

JL i ppd, JL ppd.

two ^ 1 f 1 3

doz. ^ I doz.

ppd, JL ppd.

Continental U.S.A. — Single Shipment ■— One leaf per variety
Texas residents please add 5% state sales tax
Prices good Sept. 1, 1981 thru Dec. 31, 1981, weather permitting

ORDER DIRECT FROM THIS AD

4

doz.

ppd.

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HOUSE OF VIOLETS

SANDRA LEARY

SWIFTS’

SUSAN

VIOLETS c/o COOKIE

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(Distributor)

(Partner)

(Distributor)

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^Bermuda High

Big Arkie

Coral Cove

Antique Wine

Adean

♦Absinthe House

*Candy Green

Coral Rose

Gasparilla

Belie Rose

♦Ain’t Misbehavin’

Cafe Au Lait

*Candy-0

Cotton Queen

Harbor Lights

Bright Feather

•Bethanne

•Cajun Delight

CO

•Dancin’

Dixie Charm

♦Kialoa

Darling Pink

♦Bonnie Leigh

•Carnival Time

V

•Janeen

Fancifrill

♦Maximo Moorings

Delicacy

Cherry Pie

•Celia

•Lady Baltimore

First Place

Millie Hansen

Easter Egg

Christmas Angel

•Dixieland

Maui Magic

Glacier Blue

Precious Cargo

Grape Sherbet

♦Desiree’

Jambolaya

♦Music Man

Lilac Lady

Sarasota

Lilac Hint

First Date

•Java

CO

Popsicle

Lovey Mine

Seascape

Marshmallow

Heavenly Daze

•Jazz Time

V

Plum Surprise

Lowery

Bourbon Strwt

Merri-Ruffles

♦Mischievous

•Jeff Davis

Replique

My Stars

Coconut Frost

Music Box

♦Nice ‘n’ Easy

•Leaf rice

♦Sarava

Our Hop©

Islander

Violet Ink

•Patches

•Libby

Sea Gypsy

♦Plum Royal

Penny Brenner

Alfred

•Pearly Sparkles

•Maudie

CO

Shadow Biues

Something Pretty

SandcastI©

Busy Bloomer

Sangria Wine

New Orleans Lady

V

♦Alouette

Super Stars

Sea Dawn

Fairytale

•Sheer Bliss

•Rebel Rouser

April Violet

Sweet Magic

Seawyfe

Oh Boy

•Silver Mist

•Southern Charm

♦Blue Frost

Taffy

Spanish Galleon

Pinkina

Strawberry Jam

•Sugar Can©

Cherry Frosting

Tom Edward

Pink Wax

♦Tiddly Winks

•Swamp Fever

CO

♦Dominique

♦Very Grape

Unpredictable

♦Sweet Lovin’ Grace

V

♦Polly Doodle

♦Very Very

Winekin

•Zig Zag

•Vari^ated foliage

SPECIAL OFFER — Very limited supplies of the fantastic new variegated Wrangler Series; one leaf per
each dozen ordered above, 85^ per leaf. List 3 choices from Candy land, Canyon Echoes, Desert
Mirage, Dixie Celebration, Mollie Ritchie, Moonshine, Red Bandana, Stampede, Western Pleasure.
(Others available soon.)

THE LinUE PLANT HAVEN

Donald and Wilma Del Byono
1331 La Porte* Waco* Texas — Ph. 817-772-0544

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82

QIIQAKI’Q

SWEETHEART VIOLETS

4367 Franklin Ave.

Loveland, CO 80537 303-669-4233

NEW releases from DiB’s, Granger Gardens,
Swifts, Partner with The House of Violets, and
many others.

Order my Fall list for .25(p or send .50(p for both
my Spring and Fall lists.

I now carry white Kord pots in 3", 4", and 5”
sizes and many other growing supplies.

Overseas orders welcome —

$1 .00 for list please State Inspected

VIOLETS BY BEVERLY

IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE OUR NEW DISTRIBUTORSHIP WITH
SANDRA LEARY, AND TO PRESENT HER 9 NEW “GORGEOUS"
VARIETIES FOR FALL 1981.

SARASOTA — red fringed semidble, edged white. Dk. si. wavy fol.
SEASCAPE — pink semidbl stars, lavender shadings. Ruff. dk. fol.

CORAL COVE — true deep water coral semidbl stars. Br. Gr. tail. fol.
MAXIMO MOORINGS — shaded deep pink to fuchsia red dbis. \^riegated fol.
MILLIE HANSEN — deep red singles. Dk. si. wavy fol.

PRECIOUS CARGO — brilliant pink semidbis, white ruff. edge. Tail. fol.
HARBOR LIGHTS — white semidbis, purple trim. Tail, quilted fol.
GASPARILLA — candy pink dbIs, upper petals deeper red. Dk. wavy fol.
KIALOA — large pink doubles. Dk. variegated fol. with bright white.

Leaves of the above varieties $1 ,00 each, min. 6 leaves. Plants $3.00 each, min.
4 plants. Add $3.00 for shipping.

Granger Gardens “Valencia" and “Desert Dawn” plants will
be available in September — plants $15.00 each includes ship¬
ping charges.

Complete descriptive list now available — 50<t: in coin.

WATCH FOR EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT IN OUR NEXT AD -
WRANGLER SERIES AND BARBARA ELKIN NEW VARIETIES COMING SOON!

Visitors welcome by appointment only.

1325 Paseo Sereno San Dimas, CA 91773 ( 714) 599-1526

‘FREDEUE ORIGINALS'

“HIGHTOWER HYBRIDS”

VIOLET NOOK

George & Darlene Hightower

S. 96th E. PL. • (918) 627-4896 • TULSA, OK 74129
Now Shipping

Standards Mini’s Trailers Variegates
By Many Hybridizers Supplies
‘Stamp tor list. Visitors Welcome.”

CONNIE’S VIOLET HAVEN

30 Leaves ( my choice ) $7.50

Shipped postpaid — First Class Mail
Carefully Labeled — No Duplicates

Parkers Glen Road Shohola, PA 18458

‘LAKESIDE VIOLETS*

Fresh Cut Leaves Fredettes: .95 ea. Postpaid

Minimum: 1 Dozen Ail Others: .65 ea. Postpaid

FREDETTE: Bermuda High, Colibri, Candy-0, Dancin’, Lady Balti¬
more, Maui Magic, Music Man, Popsicle, Plum Surprise, Sarava,
Sea Gypsy, By George, Dominique, Geminesse, Mockingbird, Oh
Susannah, Picasso, Pineapple Sherbert, Polly Doodle, Shanan-
doah. Silver Lining, Tiger, Verna Lynn, Suzette, Lin Su, Sugar
Blues, Pansy Doll, Pippin.

LYON: Darth Vader, Starbuck, Shyness, Disco Dancin’, Lindsey
Ann, Raving Red, Triple Twist, Fringed Charm, Echoes of Pink,
Star Wars, Lilac Gem, Provocative, Splish Splash. Vibrant Val,
Fresh Mint, Cherokee Fire, Dandy Dancer, Hidden Treasure,
Lavender Love.

GRANGER: Normandy, Calais, Aspen Pink, Rose Bandmaster, Fire¬
bird, White Crusader, Hearts Desire, My Fair Lady, Miriam Steele,
Peppermint Lace, Cameo Queen, Candy Cane, Garnet Elf.

UTZ: Charleen, Corpus Christi, Double Bojo, Royal Butterfly, Viego,
Yours Truly, Zoe, Esther H, Moromont, Rio Bravo, Perfection.
CHAMPION: Mr. Gus, Purple Poppy, Berry Splash, Pinxter, Wildfire,
Silver Crest, Ramblin’ Lavender, Ramblin’ Pink, Copper Kettle.
NADEAU: Autumn Fancy, Lazy Days, Something Special, Wilma Lou.
ARNDT: Jewelled Butterfly, Kelly Darlin’, Raspberry Revel.

OTHERS: Ms. Pretty, Happy Harold, Nancy Reagan, Sparkle Plenty,
Tommie Lou, Top Dollar, Amazing Grace, Fancifrill, Winter Gold,
Autumn Honey, Captain’s Lady, Carribean Treasure, Mark.
MINIS & SEMIMINIS: Added Touch, Blue Thunder, Candy Dandy,
Giggles, Little Delight, Scooby Doo, Tasty Treat, Twiki,
Wee Delight.

Order direct from ad for prompt delivery or send 50$ for descriptive list,
over 500 varieties. Please list substitutes ... if necessary they will be 2 for 1
your favor.

FALL ASSORTMENT SPECIAL: 30 leaves my choice $8.00 postpaid. All dif¬
ferent, labelled and individually wrapped. Types you prefer may be requested, or
send your list so duplicates won't be made.

MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO:

Lori Kennedy 82 Brady Road, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849
(201) 663-4243

Butler’s Nursery

African Violet Plants & Leaves
by Leading Hybridizers

Send Name and Address
for FREE 1981 Catalog
(please print)

10052-136 AVE. N.E. KIRKLAND, WA 98033

206/827-7703

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

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SURPRISE PACKAGE;

Leaves (our choice) — 25/$ 6.00 PP
Plants (our choice) — 10/$10.00 PP
( Plus Texas Sales Tax 4%)

CEDAR HILL’S VIOLET HOUSE Pams

VARIETY LIST Leaves

504: (refundable) or 2-184: stamps Leaves

FREDETTE ORIGINALS Texans

Fredette & No. 1 — $2.75; No. 2 — $2.25 ea. PP
: Fredette — 1981 Releases — $1.00 ea. PP
: Group 1 — $7.00/dozen; Group 2 — $6. 00/dozen PP
add 4% Sales Tax — Min. 5 plants — 1 doz. leaves

Candy-0

Colibri

GROUP NO. 1

Maui Magic

Popsicle

Shadow Blues
Music Man

Plum Surprise

Sea Gypsy

GROUP NO. 2

BAKER

BAKER

REED’S H of V

BAKER

REED’S H of V

LINDSTROM’S SKAGIT

Blue, I’m Blue

Ablaze

Our Hope

Appassionata

Bali Ha’i

Skies

Mixed Up

Angle Face

Colonial Belie

Fresh Face

Vada

Rose

Temptation

Golden Girl

Dixie Charm

Devil

Do-Si-Do

Blaze

Trail Of Roses

Sportin’ Life

Lowery

Foxy

Olga

Glory

Old Blue Eyes

Silver Dollar

Tom Edward

Cool Pool

Heavensent

Flamingo

Crimson & Clover

Easter Parade

Taffy

Sho Biz

Lilac Lou

Sunrise

Coral Frost

Thunder Cloud

First Place

Babe

Tim Worley

CHAMPION

Sailor Suit

Coral Chorale

Snow Queen

Gay Paree

Cajun Country

Shades Of Blue

SUSAN’S

SISK

SWIR’S

Rising Sun

UTZ

Heather Blue

Bright Promise

Cajun Delight

Alfred

P-Ink-Y

Esther H

Berry Splash

Desiree

Cookie’s Delight

Oh Boy

FREDEHE

Rio Bravo

Dotted Swiss

Nice 'N Easy

Celia

Make Believe

Tracy

Hot Cargo

Half & Half

Sweet Lovin’ Grace

Gris Gris

My Sugar Pink

Pippin

Texas Wildfire

LEARY (Williams)

Mischievious

Marie Knoblock

Winekin

Oh Susannah

Nancy H

Bubble Gum

Desert Night

Tiggy Wiggy

You’ll Never Know

Betsy Rose

GRANGER

Sea Skipper

Strawberry Jam

Fais Do Do

Work Of Art

Beauregard

Aspen Pink

Bimini

Zig Zag

PIHMAN

LEARY (Williams)

Cassandra

Cameo Queen

Islander

First Date

H’s Anafair

San Dune Strawberries

Symphony Atlanta

Red Sunrise

Stellar Oceanis

LINDSTROM’S SKA6IT H’s Burgundy Woods

Tradewinds

Snow Orchid

Artie Blizzard

Peppermint Fog

Genius

H’s California Belle

Ocean Mist

Mockingbird

Coral Prestige

Sea Dawn

Honey

H’s Dorie

Gypsy Trance

LYON

Cotillion

RIENHARDT

Wonderland

H’s Karla Lea

Boca Grande

Dyn-O-Mite

OTHERS

Torchy Lou

Hotlips

H’s Lavender Elf

TINARI (Leaves only)

Deep Seas

Cranberry Red

Virgo

Snowfire

H’s Mindy

Mary Alice

Star Chips

Aurora’s Princess

Picot Lou

Rascal

H’s Playmate

Pink Shine

Color Wonder

Grape Arbor

Blue Star Lou

Charmer

H’s Ruby Clear

Adeline Krogman

Running Wild (trailer)

DiB’s White Avion

Happy Harold

Sweetheart

H’s San Felipe

Flamboyant

Royal Ruby

DiB’s Brass Monkey

White Star Lou

H’s Solo

Pink Jennifer

Great Find

Radiation

HOURS: 10 AM-5 PM Tue. thru Sat.

Rt. 1 Box 285A

Evenings and Sundays (24 PM) by appointment

[ Cedar Hill Greenhouse

Omaha, TX 75571

Partner of Reed’s HOUSE OF VIOLETS

Telephone: (214) 884-2969

Distributor of FREDEHE ORIGINALS

LARGEST SELECTION IN U.S.A.

Save 20/40% on Plant Stands, Light Fixtures, Lamps,

Pots, Meters & Accessories

Furniture styled Square Aluminum Tubing — Easy to Assemble. C404
Stand with FCF-42 Fixtures in upper left picture. A312 Stand with
FCL-42 Fixtures shown in insert. Ail Shipped by U.RS.

Order# 1

SHV.

H”

-L”

-D”

Trays

Aluminum

Tan Rnsh (T)

Brown (B)

White (W)

A312(

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3

51

29

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12-18”x12”

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(B or W)

$

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$

B416(

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4

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12-22”x12”

126.00

108.00

142.00

121.00

B416(

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4

84

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16-22”x12”

134.00

114.00

152.00

129.00

B520(

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5

84

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20-22”x12”

155.00

133.00

173.00

148.00

C303(

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74

51

20

3-20”x49”

105.00

90.00

123.00

105.00

C404(

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4

84

51

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4-20”x49”

144.00

124.00

163.00

140.00

C505(

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84

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190.00

166.00

210.00

183.00

Has Minor Scratches, May Not Show with Proper Assembly.

2” heavy duty or 3” light duty wheels for above stands (specify) . . . . . . . $6.00

Four Foot (40 Watt) Fixtures for Above Stands.

FCL-42 Shoplite -- White Finish, (less lamps) (3-$ 69.00; 4-$ 90.00; 5-$1 10.00) . $24.00

FCF-42 Plantlite — White or Woodgrain (less lamps) (3-$ 93.00; 4-$122.00; 5-$150.00) . 32.00

FCT-42 Plantlite — White (less 2 lamps) (3-$1 08.00; 4-$1 42.00; 5-$1 75.00) . 37.00

FCT-44 Plantlite — White (less 4 lamps) (3-$171.00; 4-$226.00; 5-$280.00) ............ 58.00

GRO-LUX, NATURESCENT, VITA-LITE Powertwist Fluorescent & PLANT LITE Incandescent Lamps available at the follow¬
ing discounts from List Prices: 4-30%; 6-35%; 12-37y2%; 20-40%; 48-42%; 96-45%.

’** BA-3 Flora Cart w/3 FCF42 Fixtures (less lamps) . . . . . $216.00

**BA-3 Flora Cart W/3 FCL42 Fixtures (less lamps) . . . $192.00

**Shipped By Truck — Freight Collect
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•— Prices Subject To Change —

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Bri-Lea

Greenhouses

of Aurora, Illinois

We have

MINIATURES, TRAILERS AND
STANDARD VARIETIES OLD & NEW

IVi inch pot size -- $2.25 each

Send 35(1: for our complete descriptive list.

Bri-Lea Greenhouses

Rt. 1, Box 235, Bilter Rd.

Aurora, IL 60504
Phone: 312-851-3480

Visit our Greenhouses TODAY!

HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 9:00 to 6:00
Sun. 1:00 to 5:00
Choose from thousands
of blooming African Violets.

808 North Sonoita Avenue T ucson , AZ 8571 1

FRESH CUT AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES
Reed Partner, Dates Wasps, Sooner State Violet Nursery Distributor,
Norma Butler, Arndts, Bakers, and other leading hybridizers.

1981 List 35c

glenn & Janet hatcher
(607)732-2042

88 durland ave.
elmira, n.y. 14905

ALEIDOSCOPE

Proud to be an authorized distributor for the lovely hybrids
of IRENE FREDETTE and SANDRA LEARY WILLIANIS, and a
partner with REED’S HOUSE OF VIOLETS.

We are pleased to announce that we have Granger’s spec¬
tacular new DESERT DAWN and VALENCIA ready for imme¬
diate shipment. These can only be propagated from suckers,
and sell for $20.00 Ppd.

ORDER NOW - SUPPLY LIMITED!

Full-scale shipping to begin in Spring
WATCH FOR OUR GRAND OPENING!

JUST VIOLETS

My sincere thanks to all of you who so generously ordered from my first
advertisement. My apologies for not being able to supply ail the varieties that
you wanted and for the number of substitutions that I had to make. I will no!
let that happen this time. I am able to offer from a larger stock plants of
exceptional quality by leading hybridizers shown below. These and many
other varieties will be available for fall shipping. Order direct from this adver¬
tisement or send $1.00 for full descriptive list — refundable with first order.

5841 Pembroke Drive New Orleans, LA 70114

WRANGLER

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HORTENSE

Little General

Nancy

Wrangler’s Margaret Vallin

Utz’s Billie

H’s Hiawatha

Little Miss

Near Blue

Wrangler’s Mollie Ritchie

Utz’s Delight

H’s Miss America

Little Pistol

Pink Energy

Wrangler’s Candyland

Utz’s Enchantment

Anafair

Little Schooner

Pink Pinafore

Wrangler’s Red Bandana

Kenfro

Solo

Little Tattle Tale

Ronstar

Wrangler’s Dixie Celebration

La Violetta

Karla Lea

Maiden Blush

Wee Blue Eyes (Mini)

Wrangler’s Foxy Lady

Love In Bloom

Burgundy Woods

September Affair

White Spring

Wrangler’s South Fork

Utz’s Sincerely

San Felipe

Shadow Play

Vigor Lou

Wrangler’s Canyon Echoes

Lavaco

Ruby Clear

Sundancer

Wrangler’s Painted Desert

Rojo Grande

Lavender Elf

(All Spring ’81

SUSAN’S

Wrangler’s Western Pleasure

Primo

California Belle

releases available)

Ain’t Misbehaving

Wrangler’s Hitching Post

Las Moras

Dorie

Celebration

Wrangler’s Bryan's Song

Sundown

Mindy

NADEAU

Classy Lassie

Wrangler’s Wells Fargo

Trabo

Playmoor

Ask Neva

Dallas Pride

Wrangler’s Mountain Sunset

Bonita Rosa

Peach Pie

Babe (Mini)

Desiree

Wrangler’s West Texas

Playmate

Gold Lace

Evening Song

Wrangler’s Desert Mirage

TUMINELLO

Jean

Gloria

Wrangler’s Moonshine

Charlie

SOONER STATE

Jeannie

Rhinestone Cowboy

Wrangler’s Frontier Gal

Cody

Cocoamo Jack

Lavender Louie

Silver Mist

( Description of the above

Gerry

Continental Sugar

Magenta Lou

Strawberry Ice

varieties are in June issue of

Texas Blush

Easy Pink

Masked Man

Sweet Lovin' Grace

AVSA Magazine)

( Earlier releases

Great Pretender

Masquerade

(Earlier releases

available)

Little Feather

Misty Rose

available)

SHIPPING: For Wrangler’s, $3.50 per plant (Shipping Included) Minimum Order 4 Plants.

All Others, $2.50 per plant (Shipping Included) Minimum Order 4 Plants.

All Shipping By United Parcel Service Unless Other Means Requested, Add $2.00 For Priority Mail.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

85

AFRICAN VIOLET QUILT

Approximate finished size 104” X 88”

Beige or gold background
with twenty appliqued
flowers in five different col¬
ors (light blue, light pink,
dark pink, violet and white).
Quilted in a leaf pattern.
Price: $175 complete

African Violet Pillow

14” square in choice of
background and one color
from list above.

Price; $10 each.

SASE for more details or
order from:

Mrs. Carol Van Evera

94 Montgomery St.
Canajoharie, NY 13317

BAKER’S HYBRIDS

THE ENTIRE 1980 COLLECTION

Fresh cut leaves from 900 different, popular,
fantasy, and variegated varieties, from all the
major hybridizers. Send self-addressed long
stamped envelope, with 50(p postage, for long
descriptive list.

HALE’S

HOUSE OF VIOLETS

76 LONDON ROAD HEBRON, CT 06248

203-643-7501

We ship only leaves, plants on sale at the house,
by appointment.

f-tlCKIMlMEY’S GLASSEHOUSE
African Violets, Gesneriads and Supplies
Large selection of diminutive terrarium plants
Leaves, cuttings or plants
Appointments at the greenhouse, please
SOq: for list

James B. McKinney

89 Mission Road, Eastborough, Wichita, KS 67207
(316) 686-9438 and 684-5333

214 Goodrich Avenue
Syracuse, New York 1 321 0 (315) 475-3435

Miniatures & Trailers Over 400 Varieties

Legal SASE w/2 stamps for 1981 list
Shipping May to November

Open weekends by appointment

J F Industries Tulsa, OK 74105

RO. Box 7704 (918) 742-5606

LEAF SUPPORTS

Our Original Design
made of molded, leaf-green plastic,
fits any type pot.

6” diameter MINI — fits up to 3” pot

12” diameter MIDI ~ fits up to 5” pot

18” diameter MAXI -- fits up to 8” pot

Send stamped, addressed envelope
for Illustrated price list and current
shipping charges.

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Established plants
List — 250

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9 Turney Place Mrs. Mary V. Boose Trumbull, CT 06611

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

86

FREDETTE

Starter Plants -$2.25 each,
Leaves - $1.25 each.

$2.50 per order - postage

minimum 6, maximum 2 per variety.
Texas residents please add 5% sales tax. Allovr 3 to
5 weeks from shipping date for delivery. Shipping in
order received as prompt as possible. FROM SEPT. 1.

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FAVORilK

LIST $1.00

by Belly Terry

4100 38th Way South
Dept. AV

St. Petersburg, FL 33711
(813) 866-1119

All new SANDRA LEARY HYBRIDS

Plus

Exciting new varieties from
other leading hybridizers.

Send 30c for complete Fall list.

PATTY’S PLANT PLACE

Open Wed., Thurs., & Fri. afternoons, (other
days & times please call ahead). At 6th & Jeffer¬
son in Cheney (just 1 bik. E. of Main St.)

Distributor: Fredettes Originals & Sooner State.
Partner: Reeds Flouse of Violets. Also varieties
by many other leading hybridizers. Leaves,
starters, blooming beauties. New Fall list of over
375 varieties 35c.

P.O. Box 117 Patricia Daniel

Cheney, KS 67025 Ph. 316-542-0371

ALGAE A PROBLEM? Here’s a safe, effec¬
tive, proven solution. Great in wicking trays
and reservoirs, or on matting.

‘

AFRICAN VIOLETS,:,

Queens of the Indoor Gardening Kingdom^

THE NEWEST VIOLET BOOK 3 chapters
on importance of light. Good “how to hybrid¬
ize” section. Explains the “why” as well as the
“how to” of violet growing.

Also a complete line of growing supplies: lighted plant stands, soil, fertilizers, rolled rim pots, wicking trays, insecticides, leaf support
rings, books, seeds, and more. And leaves or plants of over 250 different violets— minis, standards, and gesneriads. ’81 releases from
Fredette, Leary, and Nadeau.

25 page plant stands and supplies catalog/descriptive plant list $1.00
Clubs/large scale growers ask for our discount bulk supplies list with your catalog/list.

THE VIOLET SHOWCASE 3147 S. BROADWAY, DEPT AV, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80110

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

87

African Violets

12 Leaves labeled (my choice) $3.50
25 Leaves labeled (my choice) $5.75
Newest Varieties

ELIZABETH BUCK

9255 Lake Pleasant Rd., Clifford, Ml 48727
(517) 761-7382

AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES

Selections from over 1,000 beautiful varieties
25 Leaves (My Choice) $6.00
Add $1.35 postage and handling

GERRY HALUSEK

1424 Indian Lane Carpentersville, IL 60110

USA Mail Order Only No List

MARVELOUS

* FALL SPECIAL

N 10 Starter Plants all different
In miniatures, semiminiatures,
or trailers.

$14.95 postpaid

Our 1981 list is still available for $1.00 which is
refundable from your first order.

RON BRENTON 30840 Wentworth

(313) 261-6767 Livonia, Ml 48154

Fixtures for above stands with 2-24 inches — 20 watt cool
white tubes $20.95 each with cord and plug. Add 4% tax in
Wisconsin, U.S. Only. No Canada.

SHIPPING BY UPS TO 48 STATES

FLORALITE COMPANY

41 24A East Oakwood Rd. Oak Creek, Wl 531 54

Phone (414) 7621770

Ripe-N Gro-Sunlite 17 in.
diameter 19 in. high Avocado
Green with 22 watt wide spec¬
trum Fluorescent Lamp $36.95.
Can be used with timer.
Spot-O-Sun Grolite Planter,
Avocado Green. $22.95

Lumen-Liter Plant Stands are made of Gleaming Aluminum
square tubing with high impact soft green trays. Lights are
easily adjustable above trays with chains

Send stamp for literature.
Gro-lux tubes, lamps, trays
and limers, etc.

LYNDON LYON GREENHOUSES, INC.

14 Mutchler Street

Dolgeville, NY 13329 Phone (315) 429-8291

AFRICAN VIOLETS

Newly Registered 1981 Varieties

DARTH VADER — Huge white star, wide purple
edge; standard foliage.

SHYNESS — Semidbi. purple, often with white;

Tommie Lou foliage.

DISCO DANCIN’ — Double fantasy, dancin’ with
pink ’n purple; tailored foliage.

LINDSEY ANN — Peachy pink dbl. firs., softly
edged with white; dark foliage.

TRIPLE TWIST —■ Wow! Double, almost triple,

deep red with white edges; dark foliage.

SCENE STEALER — New! Dynomite red flowers
on Tommie Lou foliage.

FRINGED CHARM — Double flowers fringed with
purple and green; scalloped leaves.

PROVOCATIVE — Semidouble white stars on
Tommie Lou dark foliage.

ICY TRAIL White flowers covering dark
foliage; semimini trailer.

BUCKEYE TRAIL — Double blue flowers over
dark foliage; semimini trailer.

LOVE BUG — Wow! Dynomite red firs, on

tailored Tommie Lou foliage; miniature.

LUVKINS — Double pink firs, stand tall above
shiny foliage; miniature.

Prices include all costs including AIR MAIL for first priority. Six or more plants or rooted cuttings
@ $3.69 each, less than 6 @ $4.19 each Minimum order Is 2 plants or rooted cuttings. Ship¬
ping season is from May 1 to November 1.

NO OVERSEAS SHIPPING!

NOTICE — Rooted cuttings are double size on orders totaling 6 or more.

Send stamp for full color list.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

88

HEY - - il!

It’s time for a Veil Veet Oh, you know what
i mean, a Violet Sale. Plants only, my choice
$1.40 each plus postage.

SHIPPING: $3.00 up to 8 plants
15$ each additional plant

“JUST” VARIEGATED VIOLETS

214 East Third St.

Gaylord, Nil 49735

ROSEMEYER’S
AFRICAN VIOLETS

1 1 ! ! ! ! i 1 1 ! I ! FALL SALE! ! i ! ! ! ! 1 1 ! ! !

You can’t afford to pass up this offer! Our
choice of fresh-cut leaves from leading
hybridizers, for only $5.60 post-paid! All
leaves are carefully packed, and labeled, no
two alike. And you may give some prefer¬
ences to variety! But hurry! Offer ends Nov.
1, 1981. 50$ for our 1981 list.

R.R.#3 Box 267 SunmanJN 47041

Seasons Greeting From

ycLester’s African Violets

Distributor for Wayne Lindstrom, Sandra Leary Hybrids.
1982 list available in January. Shipping resumes April 1,
1982. At our shop at all times: Leaves, Starter Plants,

Blooming Beauties.

Depi A-11 308 RSeadowood Circle Kannapolis, NC 28081

List 3Sc Visitors Waicome CALL 704-938-2609

CHERYL’S VIOLET PATCH

12 leaves (my choice) . $ 7.50 ppd.

20 leaves (my choice) _ _ _ _ $10.00 ppd.

All labeled and different, shipped first class mail.

Cheryl Richardson

1i15 Flora Road 813-443-1771 Clearwater, FL 33315

INTRODUCING
A-1 African Violets

Distributor for Fredette Originals.

Starter plants from other leading hybridizers.
Visitors Welcome Better cai! first

3499 Heckle 901-743-6794 IVlemphis, TN

THE PLANT GALLERY

Hundreds of African Violets.

“Skagits” by Lindstrom, Grangers, Fredette, Leary, Lyon,
Champion, Baker, & many others. 1981 Lists — 50f each.
Specify Standard list or Miniatures list. Trailers on both.

Linda L. Dougherty

1491 Vaughn Rd. Mt. Vernon, WA 98273

Phone (206) 424-1176

j^mialee ^/^oletry

The Source Established 1960

29-50 214th Place ( 212) 224-3376 Bayside, NY 11360

ORDER PROMPTLY DIRECT FROM THIS AD FOR EARLY FALL DELIVERY
Starter plants $3.25 Fresh cut leaves $1.30 each; Plus $1.25 surcharge per order for increased shipping charges.
Minimum order 4 plants or 10 fresh cut leaves. Send 50$ for complete list of hundreds of cultivars.

CONFETTI TRAIL (LG) dbl pink blms splashed with purple,
very floriferous trailer good form floriferous

*CANDY-0 (IF) pretty pink and white dbl, free flowering pix
pg. 70 AVM 3/81

CANIELOT PINK (GG) dbl pink of good substance, white
edge tailored foliage show plant

*C0LIBRI (IF) s/d ruffled blooms, mauve to purple shades,
green to white edge rosy variegation, prolific

DISCO DANCIN’ (LG) dbl pink with purple splashes, very
heavy bloomer plain foliage

DUNIPUN’ ( JS) pink tutone triple, very full petalled blooms,
a bouquet show plant

*LADY BALTIIHiORE (IF) intense blue dbl in profusion, very
creamy edged foliage

*L0VE BUG (LG) darling mini, tailored tiny variegated
foliage,- dynomite red blooms

LUVKINS (LG) mini-tailored tiny foliage, dbl pink
blooms floriferous

*PINK FROSTFIRE (GG) dbl pink excellent variegation, sym-

PLUM SURPRISE (IF) white fringed with purple, variable
tailored symmetrical foliage, pix pg 61 AVM 11/80

POPSICLE ( IF) very bright pink dbl with white edge, prolific,
symmetrical growing

•PROVOCATIVE (LG) Ha, this is a goody, pure white dbl
stars, dark green T/L var. foliage, prolific, very symmetri¬
cal growing.

*SARAVA (LG) white stars with bright blue star in center,
ruffled edge, lotsa pink in foliage

SATIN SASSY ( LG) new red color, dbl stars, dark green red
backed foliage, pretty

SCENE STEALER (LG) dynomite dbl red stars on T/L
variegated foliage, enuf said

STAR LACE (GG) white semidbl with fringed pink edges,
wavy foliage

TITAN BLUE (GG) dbl blue, extra large blms, very floriferous
tailored foliage, show plant

WINTERSET (GG) huge dbl white blooms of good substance,
tailored foliage show plant

metrical show plant

AFRICAN VIOLETS — Queens of the Indoor Gardening Kingdom by Melvin J. Robey, Newest and best yet book on
all aspects of growing. Especially well written ............................................... $14.50,

Special Introductory Price . . . $12.50 Plus $1 postage

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

89

The African Violetry

FEATURING

VIOLETS IN BLOOM

ALL SIZE PLANTS AVAILABLE

DISTRIBUTOR — FREDETTE ORIGINALS
also REED “HOUSE OF VIOLETS” PARTNER

Over 900 varieties from all leading hybridizers
— Many Texas hybridized plants available.

ALL SUPPLIES — LIGHTING EQUIPMENT
OUR OWN SOIL

FLORA CARTS IN STOCK

926 East 14th Open Tues-Sat

Houston, Texas 77009 10:00 to 5:00

713-862-5018 Closed Sun & Mon

NO SHIPPING NO LIST

MESSIN’ ROUND VIOLETRY

Phone (313) 373-0172 List 250; and 300; S.A.E.

AUTHORIZED FREDETTE DISTRIBUTOR

THE ULTIMATE IN beautiful violets from the
leading hybridizers — Fredette, Swifts,
Granger, Sooner State, Lyon, Sisk, Utz, etc.
Plants or leaves.

SUMMER SPECIAL — Plants, my choice —
$2.00 each post paid all orders over 6 plants.
Rooted clumps same price.

Allegro $3.50 or Superthrive $4.19 ppd.
with plant order

EVELYN BECKMAN

4040 Squirrel Rd. Lake Orion, Ml 48035

BOOKS

Helen Van Pelt Wilson’s African Violet Book
Revised Edition (Hard Cover) $12.36

Revised Edition (Paper Back) $ 7.36

The Indoor Light Gardening Book by George A. Elbert
(Hardcover) $12.54 (Paper Back) $ 7.36

The Gesneriad Family by Virginia F. and George A. Elbert
(Hardcover) $11.54

The Complete Book Of House Plants Under Lights

by Charles Marden Fitch (Hard Cover) $1 1 .54

Ferns To Know And Grow

by F. Gordon Foster (Paper Back) $ 7.41

The Complete Book Of Miniature Roses

by Charles Marden Fitch (Paper Back) $12.36

For books shipped out of the United States by surface mail
please add $1.50 for postage.

Michigan residents please include 4% Sales Tax

MARY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

19788 San Juan Detroit, Ml 48221

GROWING SUPPLIES

32 oz. btl. Alaska Fish Fertilizer (5-1-1) $4.54

16 oz. btl. Alaska Fish Fertilizer (5-1-1) 3.71

3 oz. can Mildex for mildew 3.80

16 oz. btl. Cygon 2-E (Systemic for soil mealy bug) 7.43

4 oz. btl. Malathion 50% 2.57

4 oz. btl. Kelthane (Miticide) 2.48

IV4 lb. Systemic Insecticide Granules 4.70

8 oz. Peters House Plant Food (15-30-15) 3.12

8 oz. Peters General Purpose Plant Food

(20-20-20) 3.12

8 oz. Peters Violet Special (12-36-14) 3.72

8 oz. Peters Variegated Special (5-50-17) 3.72

1 lb. Peters S.T.E.M. (Soluble Trace Elements) 5.75

1 lb. Peters Fritted T race Elements (Slow Release) 1 .75

4 oz. btl. Superthrive (Vita-Hormone) 5.42

8 oz. Sphagnum Moss Milled (Nodampoff) 3.50

4 qts. Krum Perlite 2.20

2 qts. Krum Perlite 1.59

2 qts. Hardwood Charcoal #10 fine 2.81

4 qts. Vermiculite #2 2.20'

2 qts. Vermiculite #2 1.59

8 oz. Carbanate Fermate, Ferbam (Bulk) 2.25

2 lbs. Dolomite Limestone 2.20

2 lbs. Superphosphate (0-20-0) 2.40

2 lbs. Calcium Carbonate (Whiting) 2.40

1 gal. Mary’s African Violet Soil 2.40

1 gal. Mary’s Starter Soil 2.40

MINIMUM ORDER $5.00 POST PAID
Michigan residents please include 4% Sales Tax.

MARY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

19788 San Juan Detroit, Ml 48221

LIGHT — THE MOST IMPORTANT
FACTOR IN GROWTH IN ORCHIDS
The LIGHT INTENSITY METER is the only
instrument designed for plants. It reads the
''radiant light" of both sunlight and artificial light.
Has ft. candle scale, and book covering all
aspects of light, plant growth, photoperiodism.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. $29.95 ppd.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCEPTS, 710 NW 57th
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African Violet Magazine, September 1981

90

NEW HYBRID WRECTORY
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ANNOUNCING PUBLICATION OF THE

1981 Edition

{Inmdmtion by BLL /£ BOGIN, A l"S/1 V beloved ’ Wni-Mam "/

't^SMce jp#l has been great demand for up-to-date information and photographs showing thof
.^weM^d^ties m they are introduced by major American hybridizers -» a compact, economical
l^pdlrei^e reference book has become a real need to those interested in Violets and Gesneriads,

Now in a single source, the latest introductions are available in one reference guide for the first
time!

^The Directory includes

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♦ a gallery of color photographs, eight to a page, with varieties
listed alphabetically along with the hybridizer’s name

♦ an alphabetical listing of hybridizers with complete telephone
numbers, addresses and detailed descriptions of the new varieties

♦ planned publication for this Summer (subsequent issues, in¬
tended for early Spring 1982 publication)

excellent reference companion for Botanists, Growers, Hybridizers, Students, Libraries and
overs of Violets and Gesneriads.

" SEND FOR YOUR COPIES NOW !

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Single Copy $6,95 ^ $1 ,00 (Shipping/Handting) == $7,95/each
2-9 Copies $6.50 + $ JS (Shipplng/Handling) ~ $7.25 /each
^ 10 or more $5,95 "i* $ .50 (Shipping/Handling) - $6 .45/each

0 ' ^ ' (New York Residents, pte^ add Sales Tax)

MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: IDAl, Ltd, -DIRECTORY.

MAILTQ: c/dn^neriap®9 Montauk Highway/East Moriches, NY 11940

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

91

Home of African Violets

Authorized Distributor Sandra Leary Hybrids
500 varieties of exciting new beauties from leading hybridizers.
Open to visitors and clubs — please call first 803-859-2158.
No shipping — no list

Edna T. Barton 503 Southway St. , Easley, SC 29640

Northeast Houston No shipping

BETTY’S AFRICAN VIOLET SHOP

Plants and Supplies
17115 Faring (Sheldon & Hwy. 90 area)
Houston, Texas 77049
Visitors welcome but please call 456-8200
(open most week-ends)

SPOT ■ THAT • MITE

With this 20 Power Pocket Micro
scope Equipped with a Pen Light
$12.95 Postpaid

Send 50 cents for Complete Growing
Supply List

BERNARD D. GREESON

3548 N. Cramer Milwaukee, Wisconsin 5321 1

Bugtussle

Violets

Authorized Fredette Distributor
Fall Special — New & old Varieties
from leading Hybridizers.

Our choice $1.50 each, P.P.

You may select Hybridizer, standards,
minis, trailers or Fantasies.
Minimum order — 10 plants.

List 50(p and Large S.A.S.E.

Mrs. Keith Haywood
Leonard, Ml 48038 5280 Haven Rd.

Phone 313-628-3478

Lynde Violets

Plants/ Leaves — Major Hybridizers
List — BASE
Visitors by Appointment

Hardens Gardens ( 813) 689-8412

910 W. Hilsboro Seffner, FL 33584

Pat McDonald’s Violetry

African Violets from leading hybridizers and gesneriads
Leaves — 10 for $5.00 — My choice — ppd.

Starter Plants — $2.50 ea. — Your choice — ppd.
Minimum order — 4 plants List 35c

Rt. 1 , Box 59AA — Dept. A Phone for appointment

Deep Gap. NC 28618 ( 704) 262-5494

Officially approved by AVSA Board

;4^%iccui Violet

JUST REPRINTED ON NEW FINER PAPER. 10
different pictures on each notehead.

(Note size folded
5-3/8 X 3-1 /4)

10 NOTEHEADS
10 ENVELOPES

(Envelopes meet postal requirements.)

plus tax

Sold through your local club in minimum lots of 12
packages for $1 per package. (Your club earns 50^
per package). An excellent item for sale at your
local violet show. Minimum order — 1 2 packages.

(No Single Order Please)

GUS BECKER PRINTING COMPANY

1080 Forsythe -- Beaumont, Texas 77701

Shipped postpaid, check with order, continental U.S.
only. Foreign and others, postage added. Otherwise,
shipped COD plus postage. Order direct from Printer.

Charlyne and Ralph Reed

936-940 Garland Street, SW DEPT AQP —

Camden, Arkansas 71701 Phone (501) 836-3016

MOIST-RITE” PLANTER (Circle color desired) GREEN WHITE BLACK

Name
Address
City _

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Carton of 6 . . .
Carton of 12 . .

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PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

$ 3.25 ppd.
15.75 ppd.
27.50 ppd.
47.00 ppd.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

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SPOONIT

“GETS THINGS GROWING!”

get 1 lb. for

$3.50 pp

from

PLANTSMITH
1924 Plymouth Street
Mt. View, California 94043

GLOXINIAS, SINNINGIAS,
EPISCIAS, AFRICAN VIOLETS:

All are Gesneriads, a family of fasci¬
nating flowering houseplants.

Join:

Membership includes a subscription to
The Gloxinian magazine (6 issues) and
a copy of the ''How To Know and Grow
Gesneriads" pamphlet.

$7.00 Single Membership
$8.00 Family Membership

Please send check or money order to:
Jeanne Morton^ Membership Secretary
Dept. AV 81 P.O. Box 312
Ayer, MA 01432

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status instantly. No chemicals or dyes
Simply insert probes into soil Funda¬
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3. Moisture/light meter - Know your
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Fresh Cut Leaves

Starter Plants

McLESTER’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Distributors

Wayne Lindstrom •—

Skagit’s AV — - Sandra Leary Hybrids

List 35e — Shipping April-Nov.

Dept. AV 9-81

308 Meadowood Circle

Kannapolis, NC 28081

(704)938-2609

‘Tommie Lou’ Variegation on a fViini? — YES!

Hello, mini lovers — I love them too, and I hybrid¬
ize them. I have several new hybrids with “Lou”
foliage. With this ad I will begin shipping LEAVES only of
my plants. Leaves are $1.50 each, pret-paW (U.S.
Priority Air Mail), and only I have them as they are my
new introductions.

ALL A FANTASY Sgl. fantasy stars on “Lou”

Fol. M.

IVIY LOU Sgl/dbl white, purple edge on

“Lou” fol. M. Variable.

LITTLE ALICE — Dbl. white, pink edged fringed
on “Lou” fol. M. Variable.

LITTLE PRINCE — Sgl. purple stars on “Lou”

fol. SM.

LITTLE PRINCESS — Sgl. pink stars on “Lou”

fol. SM.

HOT TIPS — Sgl/dbl hot pink stars, sometimes
darker tips on “Lou” fol. M.

TIPT TOO — Lavender stars with purple tips on
“Lou” fol. M.

DELICADO — Sgl. pink bells on “Lou” foL M.
SOGHME’ ~ Sgl. rose blooms, lovely “Lou”
fol. M.

TEXAS ROSE — Double rose blooms with “Lou”
fol. M. Very Nice!

LITTLE WINK — Sgl. pink /white fringed blooms
on “Lou” fol. M.

SHOW AND TELL — Small standard Sgl. white,
purple edges on “Lou” fol. Variable.

I also have Leaves only of the following “older”
varieties. They are $1.00 each leaf, post-paid (U.S.
Priority Air Mail).

BIONIC PINK - DREAMS AND WISHES - HOWDY MA’AM
- LIL PINKIE - LUCKY STRIPE - MILADY =- PLAYFUL
PINK - SIMPLY PINK - RUSTY’S TRAIL - STRAWBERRY
TRAILS - SUNSHINE - THERESA DIANE - WEE BELLS

All of my plants are or will be registered with AVSA. If
possible, piease print your name, address, city, and zip
code along with the number of leaves and prices of rach
variety on a 3x5 card with your check made out to:

Candy's Plants

278 Maple Valley No foreign orders

Houston, TX 77056 Minimum order $8.00

Shipping begins now until the end of October.
Afterwards, at your risk.

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

93

starter Plants Leaf Cuttings Supplies

BELLS CAROLINA VIOLETS

DISTRIBUTORS

Sandra Leary Hybrids House of Violets, Sooner State

Over 450 varieties by leading hybridizers,

1981 releases, older favorites. All outstanding.

P.O. Box 595 1193 Carolyn Dr. Albemarle, NC 28001

Catalog 35$ (704) 982-8430 Greenhouse/Shop

26 YEARS

Serving the Northwest with — Choice African vioiets, Gesneriads,
Begonias, Hoyas, Orchids. — The latest varieties including our
own. Come and visit.

Hours: 9-5:30 Sun 1-5 Closed Monday

Sorry, No shipping

Arndt’s House Plants

20454 NE Sandy Blvd. Troutdale, OR (503) 665-9466

African Violets or Episcias

6 plants - Labeled blooming size (assorted) . . . $10.00

12 Starter African Violet plants (assorted) . $10.00

6 fresh cuttings Episcias labeled . $ 5.00

16 fresh cut -Labeled African violet leaves _ $ 5.00

My choice only — Listing 30$

MRS. LEONARD VOLKART

309 W. Meadow Lane California, MO 6501 8

VIOLA’S VIOLETS

10 Baby African Violets . . $ 6.00

100 Baby African Violets . . . . . $50.00

30 African Violet Leaves . . . $10.00

Labeled, my choice, no two alike. UPS prepaid.

Route 1 , Box 31 3 Lecoma, MO 65540

GINNY’S

SPECIAL HAPPENING

New 1981 listing. Over 700 varieties of African
violets from leading hybridizers. Variegates,
semiminiatures, miniatures, trailers, the unusual.

Fresh cut leaves and plants. Catalog 50$.

AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR
SANDRA LEARY WILLIAMS HYBRIDS

Virginia Pacilli Freeport, NY 11520

124 Smith Street (516) 868-9584

PLEASANT HILL AFRICAN VIOLETS

Route 1 , Box 73 Brenham, TX 77833

Introductory Offer

12 leaves . $ 4.50

12 rooted leaves . . . . . 7.50

12 starter plants . . . 15.00

All labeled, my choice.

Gift leaves included. You may list color preference.
Please add $2.00 for shipping on orders less than
$25.00. Orders over $25.00 prepaid. Prompt ship¬
ment via First Class Mail.

Licensed & State Inspected.

RAY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Route 4, Box 212
College Station, TX 77840
713/693-3237

SPECIALIZING IN MINIATURES
INTROOUCING DAZZLING NEW MINIS, SEMIS & TRAILERS

NEW VARIEGATED LOVELY HYBRIDS BY CANDY PHILLIPS*
ANGEL LACE — Lavender two-toned semidouble on var. SM
CANDY KISSES — Two-toned wine semidouble on var. SM
HUGGIE BEAR — Single wine blossom on var. SM. Great Bloomer.
LAVENDER KISSES — Double lavender two-toned SM on var, tol.

LITTLE J.R. — Frilly dark purple on var. SM
LITTLE STARLET — Large pink single with geneva edge on var. M
LITTLE SUPERSTAR — Large purple stars edged in white over scalloped
var. foliage. SM

MISTER RIGHT — Single purple bells on tiny shiny, pointed M
PINK-A-DILLY — Single pink (1 Vz" blossom) heavy bloomer on cream and
red variegated SM

SUGAR KISSES — Light pink doubles on excellent var. fol. SM
•Leaves of Phillips varieties may be ordered directly from hybridizer.
NEW HYBRIDS BY EDGAR ATKINSON
ED’S BIG BELLS — Large pink bells over symmetrical fol. with
a red-reverse. SM

ED’S PUSSYCAT — Large purple and white multi-colored blossoms over
green quilted SM .

ED’S RED DREAM — Lovely dark double rose blossoms with a good geneva
edge on tailored fol. SM.

ED’S STRAWBERRIES N’ CREAM — Heavenly fringed white singles with a
hint of pink over slightly wavy SM fol. that has unusual pattern
of red-reverse.

NEW TRAILERS

CHISHOLM TRAIL (L. Ray) Large plum stars with geneva edge on Tommie
Lou var. semitrailing fol.

ENCHANTED TRAIL (Baker) White double flecked with blue-purple fantasy
blooms on var. semitrailing fol.

FANTASY ISLAND (Baker) Fluffy lilac double stars with purple flecks.
Yellow and green trailing fol.

GALAXY TRAILS (C. Phillips) Prolific semidouble pink blossoms on
miniature trailer.

OREGON TRAIL (Baker) Beautiful double pink with good geneva edge on
Tommie Lou semitrailing fol.

PIONEER TRAIL (LL) Purple-pink fantasy on lovely pink, cream and green
trailing fol.

RUNNING WILD (LL) Large dark purple doubles on red-reverse dark green
trailing fol. Good bloomer!

VALENTINE TRAIL (Baker) A favorite of ours! Always in bloom. Red and
white double stars on trailing fol.

PRICES INCLUDE POSTPAID, U.S. PRIORITY MAIL

Plants — $2.75; Fresh Cut Leaves — $1; Min Order $11, Add $1 for Styrofoam Shipping Chest (Free with orders $25 or More)

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

94

HORTENSE’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

12406 Alexandria St. San Antonio, TX 78233 Ph. 512-656-0128

HORTENSE’S HONEYS, THE H SERIES FOR 1982
STANDARDS

CIE — Rosy pink double blossoms in abundance over
excellent tailored foliage. Show plant! Won tricolor award
in local show of over 300 entries.

EL TEJAS Huge double pink blossoms in clusters,
over dark green serrated, slightly wavy, red backed
foliage. Long lasting blooms.

MOLLY JOLLY -- A profusion of semidouble, ruffled
pink blossoms with dark green holly foliage. Sturdy
erect stems. Heavy bloomer.

FAIRHAVEN — Prolific white, stick tight single blossoms
over good tailored foliage. A must for "grow and show"!
CLOUDCHASER Loads of white semidouble
blossoms, held high over good tailored foliage. Heavy
bloomer without disbudding.

MAGIC KNIGHT — Strikingly beautiful dark blue double,
with ruffled edge. Dark green tailored foliage. Profuse
bloom habit. A must! Named for the Magic Knight
African Violet Society of San Antonio.

MOON WIND ~ Lovely dark blue semidouble blos¬
soms with attractive wavy foliage. Many blossoms on
strong stems.

ZIPPY ZU Free bloomer with a "zip"! Many white and
red double blossoms with shiny light green holly foliage.

TENSIE — Clusters of 10 to 15 striking white with purple
edged double blooms, held high over tailored foliage.
Great show plant!

HARMONY LANE — Blush white, with pink, semidouble
blossoms in huge clusters over good tailored foliage.
A favorite.

CONSUELO — Many large white with lavender,
semidouble blossoms form a beautiful bouquet over
sturdy tailored foliage. Eye catcher!

OKEY DOKEY — Huge double white with fuchsia edged
blossoms. Medium green foliage. A beautiful free bloom¬
ing plant.

IVY JOY — Very different, long lasting white with
wide green band, single blossoms. Light green tai¬
lored foliage.

BUENO — Bueno means "good" in Spanish, and it’s
just that — good! Lush pink with green ruffled edge,
semidouble blossoms. Medium green wavy foliage.
Don’t miss this one!!

EVER WHAT — Double green blossoms slowly opening
to a blush pink and green. Long lasting blooms over
dark green tailored foliage. This one’s different —
most unusual!

COMPACT STANDARDS - 12” to 14” AT MATURITY. GREAT FOR THE GROWER WITH LIMITED GROWING
SPACE. GOOD SYMMETRY AND HEAVY BLOOMERS.

HAPPINESS — Shocking pink, double blossoms with
geneva edge, medium green tailored foliage.

STINGO — Semidouble red blossom with geneva edge.
Medium green tailored foliage.

CUZ — Purple velvet blossoms, double with dark
green tailored foliage.

*LAKOTA — Double fuchsia blossoms splashed with
white. Var. T.F.

^CONQUEST — Intense double blue blossom with white
streaks. Var. T.F.

*LUCKY DAY — Beautiful lavender with white double
blossoms. Var. T.F.

*COY — Cool pink double blossoms. Compact grower.
Var. T.F.

*RICARD0 — Semidouble white blossom streaked with
purple. Var. T.F.

*MYRNA — Lovely red semidouble blossoms splashed
with white. Var. T.F.

*SUN LOVER — Single stick tight white blossoms
streaked with fuchsia. V.T.F.

*MADORA — Double purple blossom with darker purple
tips. A real beauty. Var. T.F.

(*Creamy yellow and green variegated foliage)

BITSY — White with rose and green double blossom.
Smooth light green wavy foliage. Heavy bloomer. Real
beauty. S.M.

FLIRTY -- Double ruffled red blossoms. Loads of blooms
over dark red backed strawberry foliage. Don’t miss this
one! S.M.

PERT — Double fuchsia blossom. Light green tailored
foliage. S.M.

PETITE DREAM -- White and purple double blossom.
Wavy strawberry foliage. A winner. M.

LACEY — Double purple ruffled blooms. Dark wavy
strawberry foliage. S.M.

Pretty double pink blooms over good

tailored foliage. M.

DOLLFRY — Double pink blossom over dark green
tailored foliage. Very good symmetry. S.M.

PETITE LOVE — White kissed with lavender, semidouble
blossoms over small, smooth tailored foliage. M.
CANDY RUSSELL — Tiny ruffled red double blooms over
small, pointed tailored foliage. M.

WINNERGREEN — Many double white, green and
lavender blossoms over shiny green, slightly ruffled
foliage. S.M.

Starter Plants $3.00 each. 10 or more $2.75 each. F.C. leaves $1.25 each. Shipped postpaid airmail if possible. Minimum order
$10.00, plus $1.00 handling charge. Shipping ail year in the South, weather permitting. Order now for early shipping. For complete list
send 25$, or order directly from ad. Shipping starts September 1981.

MINIATURES AND SEMIMINIATURES NEW FOR 1982
PETITE GYPSY —

African Violet Magazine, September 1981

95

MIRACULOUS MIMS

INTRODUCING

My new 1981 variegated
mini and semi-mini hybrids
from deep in the heart
of Texas

ANGEL LACE — Double pink-Iavcnder two-toned
blossoms on variegated SM foliage.

DISCO DOLL — Dark pink doubles on perfect SM
rosette. Variegated.

HUGGIE BEAR — Large single wne blooms on beauti¬
ful variegated SM foliage.

LAVENDER KISSES — Double lavender two-toned
on perfect SM variegated foliage.

LITTLE SUPERSTAR Large purple stars edged in
white on scalloped variegated SM foliage,

MISTER RIGHT — Single purple tells on tiny, shiny,
pointed miniature foliage. Var.

PINK-A-DILLY — Single pink blooms on cream and
red variegation. Heavy bloomer. SM

SUGAR KISSES Light pink doubles on strong SM
foliage. Variegated.

LEAVES ONLY— $1.00 each — $10.00 minimum order
Please add $3.00 shipping charges per order

Candy Phillips

Route 5, Box 1618 'with God, we can grow’

College Station, TX 77840

VIOLET

COTTAGE

Marie Dattalo 5900 39th St.

(713)9620194 Groves, TX

FALL 1981

CORAL COVE -

A true deep water coral, even darker
around the stamens. Huge semidbl.
stars. (SL)

WHISKEY JUNCTION ™

Fringed red semidbl., darker eye, with
good tan and pink fol. (WS)

BRANDING TIME —

Pretty frilled pink semidbl. with darker top
petals, good pink edge on fol. (WS)

AMERICA -

Rich wine red db!., with gold-green edge.
Lovely dk. well shaped, very frilly fol. (MD)

For List — Sind

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FAVORITES

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ETUDE iNew from Granger! — A clear sky blue single star. Many blossoms tu-toned,
splashed with white. No. 309

RUSSETONE iNew from Granger) — Orchid red flowers, fully double, very bright.
Elegant olive green foliage. No. 316

BLUE MAGNUM fNew from Granger) — Gigantic medium blue, double blossoms on
tailored foliage. No. 322

SPRINGTIME iNew from Granger) — Delightful pink and white tutone. Some single
flowers solid pink makes a light and refreshing impression. No. 304
TIMELESS— Crinkly white edged fuchsia, double-star flower. Foliage is fot, moss
green. No. 593

CANDYLAND (New from Granger) — Large ruffled flower, deep lilac center. A
fantasy like its name. No. 302

SERENITY — L^rge double white with broad blue edges. Highly frilled petals over
medium green wavy leaves. No. 501

WEE HOPE ~ Snow white, blue-eyed semi-double stars miniature, with glossy deep
green, pebbled foliage. No. 825

PINK ILLUSION (Nbw from Granger) — Huge blossoms, shell pink in coloration.

No. 308

CORAL RADIANCE - Largest coral stick, tight stars. A winner from its first intro¬
duction. No. 596

BLUE NIMBUS — Huge .... over 2Vi" diameter, clear medium blue, white edged.
Semi-double. No. 599

JOYFUL — Joyfully frilly, red edged double white flowers on small growing, semi¬
holly plant. No. 519

SYLVAN BLUE — Light medium blue, fluted semi-double. No. 595

CORALAIRE (New from Granger) — Bright and lively coral pink semi-double. Nice
light green foliage. No. 313

JADE (New from Peterson) — Interesting single pink with pencil edge green.

No. 301

RED ELECTRA (New from Granger) - An outstanding wine red double.

No. 310

SAVE! Now only $2.49 ea.

EDNA FISCHER — Gorgeous plum purple double flower edged in white. A fitting
improvement to our favorite of 25 years ago. No. 529

ICICLE TRINKET — Double white flowere above tailored variegated leaves, compact
growing semi-mini. No. 818

RADIANT TRAIL — Large double coral blooms. A free blooming and compact
trailer. No. 909

LITTLE RASCAL — Dark blue double flowers with white edge, miniature plant and
great bloomer! No. 713

SMOKEY VIOLET — Beautiful two-toned laversdsr blooms hold themselves proudly
over quilted foliage. No. 565

LAVENDER LOVE — Large double lavender with streaks of purple in abundance
atop strawberry foliage. No. 554

MIDGET VALENTINE ~ A miniature violet with variegated leaves, single red flower
with shiny tailored foliage. A great bloomer. No. 714

Dark green tailored foliage is striking against the deep fuchsia double

No. 579

JASON
frilled blooms. Stunning!

ARIZONA — Regal red-lavender single

No. 460

NASHVILLE — Dark Rose pink, girl foliage

No. 461

SAN FRANCISCO - Lilac single, girl foliage

No. 462

COLORADO - Red frilled single

No. 426

NEVADA - White frilled, rose edge

No. 429

CALIFORNIA - Violet blue single

No. 464

DELAWARE - Vibrant red star

No. 422

MICHIGAN — Large pink blooms

No. 434

WISCONSIN - Blue single

No. 465

LOUISIANA - Soft pink frill

No. 428

KENTUCKY - Clear blue single

No. 432

KANSAS — Eye catching white, red center

No. 436

NORTH CAROLINA - Prolific red single

No. 427

MINNESOTA - Large red blooms

No. 435

MONTANA - Double white

No. 467

PENNSYLVANIA - Huge red star

No. 469

OHIO — Profuse single red

No. 433

ALABAMA — Single blue/white two tone

No. 466

MAINE — White star, blue eye

No. 430

MIffiOURI - Red frill

No. 463

HAWAII — Single blue, white edge

No. 470

ALASKA — Bold star, blue center blending to white

No. 471

NEW MEXICO - Single lilac frill

No. 472

MISSISSIPPI — White with delicate pink edging

No. 473

BOSTON - Pink frill, girl leaf

No. 475

TEXAS — Single blue. Profuse bloomer

No. 476

NORTH DAKOTA — Single white, blue pencil edge

No. 477

HOUSTON — Single blue, girl foliage

No. 478

ATLANTA — Shell pink, girl foliage

No. 479

MANITOBA — Single sky blue

No. 480

ORLANDO — Blue frill, girl foliage

No. 481

UTAH — Dark blue, dark foliage

No. 4M

NEBRASKA — Red frill, white edge

No. 484

SOUTH CAROLINA - Single white star

No. 485

EVELYN — Bright pink single, slight frilled edge

No. 487

Popular Favorites — only $1.79 ea.

MAGIC SPLENDOR — Big light blue, white edged semi-double star flowers in great

profusion. Standard foliage. No. 540

FETCHING — Eye-catching bi-color, blue and white, semi-double non-dropping
flowers. Dark, flat-growing foliage. No. 520

BECKY — Large pale pink double blooms appear so delicate over rounded foliage.

No. 566

COLUMNEA CHRISTMAS CAROL - Compact and free branching trailer, medium
green fleshy leaves with large festive red tubular blooms. One of the best. No. 636
EVA — Ballet series, semi-double, light blue, vigorous, compact foliage. No. 453
TRAILS DELIGHT -Delightfully different rose blooms over large trailing foliage.
Variegated too! No. 908

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INTRODUCTIONS OF EXOUISITE BEAUTY AT $2.29 each . . .

Adeline Krogman, Flamboyant, Flesh Pink, Mary Alice, Persian Velvet, Pink Illusion, Pink Jennifer, Pink Shine, Pink
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MAGAZINE

Every attempt is made to keep articles technically correct. Since the growing of fine African violets can be achieved in many ways, the method
and opinions expressed by writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of AVSA.

COVER PAGE — ^Ms. Pretty, a hybrid by Andy and Carol Anderson of Bellflower, CA, is pictured on the
Cover Page. The plant was grown by Jon and Lee Alexander of New Orleans, LA.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PERTAINING TO VIOLETS

4. Mealybug Control On African Violets — Dr. Charles Cole

5. 1 Really Did Fight Mealybugs

6. Tender Loving Care — Retta Hamilton
9. Andersons Lease The Green House

9. Lack Of Space And Living Alone — Margaret M. McMullin
11. Grower Says Violets Are Much Like Babies — Helen Reeburgh

15. Parentage of 'Charm Song' Revealed by F. D. Richter

15. Growing Miniatures — Mary LaClair

16. Biological Control of Insects — Madeline Gonzales

16. Why Not Try This?

18. Cultivar vs. Variety — A Commentary — Richard T. Hamlin

19. A New Use For Cat Litter — Drying African Violets — Betty
P. Black

20. The African Violet Blossom — Melvin J. Robey

23. Why Not Try Your Hand At Cross-Pollinating? — Margaret
L. Corson

24; Surplus Violets Go To Shut-Ins — Paul Combs

24. Portraits: Jackie Patterson

27. Mishaps, Protests Or Superstars — Charles W. Applegate
27. Fantasies — I Love Them — Mrs. B. P. Peeler, Jr.

35. Save Your Plants — Dr. Alvin Schultz

35. Isolate Plants

36. How She Grows Beautiful Violets — Mrs. Henry C. Mills

36. What Is A Cultivar?

37. Gesneriads In The Design Division — Margaret Waguespack

37. Simple Watering

38. There's A String Attached To Watering African Violets —
Francis Rackemann

39. Violets And Humidity — Dr. Candy Williamson- Murdock

40. Gardening In A Bottle — Mrs. Richard Bell

41. S. Goetzeana Duet Performs An Encore — Mrs. Jessie Crisafulli

42. Leaf Propagation Controlled Experiment — Chas. R. McIntosh

52. Thrips — Where Is A Good Place To Start? — Mrs. Frank Ruff, Jr.

53. Potting Mixtures, Watering Methods and Fertilizers For African
Violets — Raymond F. Hasek

56. Coming Events

59. Allergic To Insecticides? Then Try This — Elsie M. Cross

60. Affiliate 'Appenings — Lyndall Owens

64. Suggests Means Of Saving Time — Paul W. Combs

66. Our First Violet Party
78. Preparing Plant For Show

COLUMNISTS

3. Letter From The President — Harvey Stone
8. Musings From The 'Mini-Mam' — Mrs. Sidney (Ellie) Bogin
10. Your Library — Mrs. John (Marion) Doherty
12. Question Box — Mrs John (Nancy) Hayes

17. AVSA Affiliates — Mrs. Wayne (Mildred) Schroeder
26. 1981 Best Varieties — Mrs. Leon (Irene) Fiedler

30. Seasonable Suggestions — Mrs. Frank (Anne) Tinari

31. Boyce Edens Research Fund — Mrs. J. D. (Dorothy) Spence
31. AVSA Booster Fund — Mrs. Arthur (Mary) Boland

33. AVSA Registration Report — Mrs. Wm. (Janet) Nichols
64. A Foote On The Violet Path — Mrs. Henry P. (Grace) Foote

SOCIETY BUSINESS

INSIDE COVER PAGE: Strictly Business — Your Business
5. Add Gift Membership To Your Christmas List

17. Rebate Privileges On Culture Folders
30. Show Entry Tags
39. Moving?

43. Affiliate Organizations — Mildred Schroeder

56. AVSA Emblems

58. Mrs. Richard C. Hann Of Denver Is A Judge

67. Commercials

MISCELLANEOUS

58. In Memoriam: Jack Doherty and John Richardson

CONVENTION

10. Awards Made At 1981 Convention

22. San Francisco, You Opened Your Golden Gates To Us AH —
Joan Halford

24. Message From Adeline Krogman

57. 1 LOVE New York — Mrs. R. B. Hubbard

59. 1982 Convention Committees Announced

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Afrvran Violet Magazine, November 1981

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The Official Publication of the
African Violet Society of
America, Inc.

OFHCERS

.HARVEY L. STONE . President

51 Peach Highlands, Marblehead, MA 09145
MRS. J. A. W. RICHARDSON .... 1st Vice President
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MRS. FRANK TINARI . . . 2nd Vice President

2325 Valley Rd., Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

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NM 87401

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3559 E. Easter Ave., Littleton, CO 80122

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STAFF

MRS. GRACE FOOTE, Editor
211 Allien Place, Port Arthur, TX 77640
MRS. LYNDALL OWENS, Assistant to Editor
377 Guilford Park, Conroe, TX 77302
MRS. CLARK CARPENTER, Adv. Mgr.

3855 Third St., Port Arthur, TX 77640
MRS. CLARICE BELL, Office Manager
P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901
MRS. "E" HANSEN, Publications Chairman
708 Wyndale Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046
COLUMNISTS:

Mrs. James Carey, Mrs. Sidney Bogin, Mrs. Fred
C. Young, Mrs. J. A. W. Richardson, Paul Arnold,
Mrs. Mildred Schroeder, Mrs. A. F. Boland, Mrs.
Nancy Hayes, Mrs. William (Janet) Nichols,
Marion Doherty and Anne Tinari.

BEST VARIETIES, HONOR ROLL COMPILER
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TX 77701

ADVERTISER'S INDEX

Trouble with ad advertiser? Write
your AV Advertising Manager giving
complete details. While AVSA cannot
assume responsibility for advertisers,
we try to help resolve the problem. If an
advertiser is found irresponsible, he will
be refused future ads.

A

82. African Violet Notes — Gus Becker

83. African Violet Quilt

84. African Violet Growing Handbook
84. African Violetry, The

93. American Gloxinia & Gesneriad Society

96. Bab'lon Tower Gardens
93. Bloom Room, The
80. Bugtussle Violets

C

80. California Violets

89. Cape Cod Violetry
78. Carol's Violets

81. Cheryl's Violet Patch

83. Christine's Flowerland
80. Corad's Violets

D

78. Dean Enterprises

92. DoDe's Gardens, Inc.

E

78. Elisa's African Violets

80. Environmental Concepts
91. Environmental Concepts

79. Eva's Violet World

F

84. First Austin African Violet Society
INSIDE BACK COVER -

Fischer Greenhouses
76. FloraCart Watering Wand
88. FloraCart

90. Floralite Company

G

93. Gloxinia Magazine

87. Green House, The

H

84. Haven, Sally — Sally Haven Violets
93. Heavenly Violets

85. Hortense's African Violets

91. House of Violets

I

95. Indoor Gardening Supplies

J

93. JF Industries

K

81. Kay's African Violets

L

81. Linden, Terry — Miniature Leaves
83. Lindstrom, Wayne ~ Hybridizer

88. Little Plant Haven, The

79. Lyndon Lyon Greenhouses, Inc.

Me

96. McKinney's Glasshouse

83. Marvelous Minis

91. Mary's African Violets

78. Mary's Violet Boutique

93. Meek's African Violets

95. Messin' Round Violetry

81. Midersky, R. J. — African Violets

P

96. Patches and Pots
84. Pat's African Violets
90. Patty's Plant Place
83. Peeler's African Violets
90. Petrovffsky Greenhouses
83. Plant Gallery, The
87. Plasti-cyc

R

81. Ray's African Violets
94. Reigning Violets

S

81. Scagliola's Greenhouse Violets

91. Schultz Instant

81. Sitting Pretty Violetry

79. Spoonit

80. Susan's Sweetheart Violets

T

87. Texas Growing Media
79. The Violet Owl
OUTSIDE BACK COVER -
Tinari Greenhouses
84. Travis Violets

V

80. Viola's Violets

87. Violeteria, The
86. Violet House, The
84. Violet Nook

82. Violet Showcase

88. Violets At The Ernst's
84. Violets By Bess

95. Violets By Betty Terry
88. Violets By Judy

90. Violets c/o Cookie

81. Violets Galore

83. Violets Galore

96. Violets Galore Of Georgia
80. Volkmann Brothers

W

77. Weymand, Mrs. Sandy —

Beautiful Saintpaulias

Z

83. Zaca Vista Nursery

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the African Violet Society of America, Inc. at 706 Hamilton National Bank Building, Knoxville, TN 37901 and at additional mailing offices. Subscription $6 per
year which is included in membership dues starting with the June issue each year. Copyright 1980 African Violet Society of America, Inc.

POSTMASTER: Please send change of address form 3579 to African Violet Society of America, Inc. P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

2

Letter

AVSA

Harvey L. Stone

Once again it is that time of the year when our attention is focused on thanks giving. If only we
could all give thanks for our many blessings the year round, how much better our world could be!

Of course, one of these blessings is the beautiful and varied African violet which we can enjoy
daily the year round. Another is the many good friends we make because of interest in and love for
these wondeiful plants that God has made possible through our hybridizers. Then there is the
with its great magazine, its affiliates, annual conventions and let's not forget the multitude
of volunteer workers from the top officers on down that labor to further our enjoyment of our
African violets.

Have you seen either of the two new slide programs from San Francisco? Were all disappointed
that our close up specialist, Jim Loya, third vice-president, experienced camera trouble and was
unable to get any of his super close up slides we enjoyed so much last year. It is with deep regret
that I report the loss of John (Jack) Doherty, one of our Directors and Library Co-Chairmen. Jack
passed away on the morning of August 20, after a brief illness.

Statistics on our San Francisco Convention indicate a total of 1,036 registrations, including 46
from Japan, 22 each from Australia and Canada, 5 from Alaska, 2 each from England, Hong Kong
and South Africa and one each from Jamaica, Mexico and New Zealand. This leaves 932 wonder¬
ful members from our USA.

Your Board of Directors voted to increase all memberships with the exception of Associate Mem¬
ber which remains at $3.00. All others are increased effective March 1, 1982 as follows: Life —
$125; Commercial — $18; Individual - $9; Affiliated Chapters $9; States, Councils and Regions —
$20. These raises are something no one likes to have happen, but there have been none for several
years and all costs have increased so much that we are adding $3 to the cost of any overseas mem¬
bership. The above information makes a gift membership an even better buy if you give it now!

Ruth Carey has advised that she hopes to have the new Handbook for Judges and Exhibitors out
by now. Any changes that would adversely affect the calendar year 1981 will not be effective until
1982 by vote of your Executive Board.

Look for details in the January 1982 Magazine. We hope your plans to attend our 36th Annual
Convention in Syracuse, NY, April 20-24, 1982 are firming up and that you will be waiting for the
January Magazine to send in the reservation blanks for both the Convention and the Hotel!

To anyone who may write to me, please make a note for future use. Some issues of our magazine
have carried an erroneous zip code of 09145 in my address. The correct zip is 01945. The erroneous
zip is an APO zip and mail is greatly delayed in reaching me when this is used. Sometimes it even
goes overseas and back!

Please send in your renewal dues to the AVSA Knoxville office as early as possible to save both
time and postage during their busiest season. Don't wait to be billed!

May you enjoy the Holidays and the New Year.

Sincerely,

Afri;:an Violet Magazine, November 1981

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Progress Report . .

Mealybug Control on African Violets

Dr. Charles L. Cole
Texas A&M University

1. During the past year four chemicals have been
evaluated as to their effectiveness in controlling soil
mealybugs. These are: Orthene 2G, Encapsulated
Diazinon (Knox -Out), Thiodan and Dymet. Date
concerning these tests are attached.

IL As a r«ult of this study one of th^ compounds
has now been registered for use on ornamentals.
This is Dymet which looks very promising on
cyclamen mites, foliar mealybugs, thrips and
soil mealybugs.

III. Investigating the methods of treatment, it has been
established that a drench of the soO ball, when it is
relatively dry (but not in the hydrophobic state)
results in the best control.

IV. At present three other compounds have been
obtained for treatment; however, infested plants
have been hard to find and testing is pending upon
procurement of infested plants.

V. A great deal of library searching has yielded very
little on the biology and habits of this pest.
However, things are beginning to shape up for a
manuscript to be submitted to the African Violet
Magazine entitled, "Mealybugs on African Violets
and Their Control."

Plants were observed for phytotoxicity. None was
observed. One should note that this compound has
been shown to spot and bum blossoms.

Thiodan Used as a Drench For Soil Mealybug Control

Thiodan was applied to infested African violet plants.
Observations were made one week, two weeks and four
weeks after treatment. The r^ults are as follows:

T^

Number

Number Plants
Treated

Variety

7 Days

Percent Control

14 Days 28 Days

I

19

1

92

100

100

II

5

2

100

80

100

III

92

3

97

100

100

W*

61

5

—

—

100

ye

5

—

—

100

100

’ High Stepper, Midget Valentine, Beginner's Luck
^ Six-Pack, Heather Blue, Billy Lou, Blue Boy, BeO Ringing Fool
® Tina, Parson's Love, Six-Pack, Autumn Sky, Irion, Suzie-Q,
Strawberry Shortcake, Star Light, Solid Bowl, Peppermint,
Rainbow's End

* Rooting leaves used in the t«t
® Misty Mom, Serenity, Becky, Beginner's Luck
® Sinningia Freckles used in the test

Soil Mealybug Control on African Violets

Chemical

Rep

Number Pl^ts

Treated

Variety

Percent

Control

Encapsulated Diazinon

1

4

White Madonna

90

Hicapsulated Diazinon

II

4

Twinkle Toes

100

Encai^ulated Diazinon

III

3

Beginner's Luck

100

Orthene 2G

I

18

Mini Minx

100

Orthene 2G

11

25

Sizzle

100

Effectiveness of Dymet on Control of &)il Mealybugs

Approximately 10,000 starter plants were treated with
DYMET at the rate of 1.5 teaspoons per gallon of water.
At the time of treatment soil mealybugs were detected
in every flat examined. Plants were examined at ran¬
dom 35 days after treatment with the following results:

Rep

Number Plants Checked

Percent Control

I

25

100

u

25

100

in

30

100

Average

-

100

TEST I

Chemical:
Varieties treated:

Treatment dosage:

Date treated:

Date observed:
Results:

Comments:

Treatment dc»age:

Date treated:

Date observed:
Results:

Treatment dosa^;

Date treated:

Date observed:
Results:

Orthene 2% granules (experimental compound).
Barr's Blue Bird, Babe, Snooky, Thumbles, Dear
Ellie, Little Delight, Mr. Tickly, Tumd Dam, Teeny
Weeny, Cupie Doll.

1 teaspoon per square foot surface area worked into
soO surface.

May 1
June 22

The root ball, of all plants, was examined. No live
mealybug or eg^ were found.

No signs of phytotoxicity. Seed pods on plants
when treated matured normally.

2 teaspoons per square foot surface area worked
into soil surface.

July 24
July 31

No live mealybug. No phytotoxicity.

% teaspoon per square foot surface area worked
into soil surface.

July 24

July 31, September 7

live mealybug were found in all treated plants,
fetimated 80% control. On September 7 popula¬
tions increasing, many eggs found.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

4

TEST HI

Table I: Results of selected insecticides used to control
soil mealybugs on African violets.

Treatment

Percent Control

Comments

79-F-42 (Rep I)*

100

No phytotoxicity. No live eggs.

79-F-42 (Rep II)**

100

No phytotoxicity. Possible live
eggs found. Checked again 10
days later and no mealybugs or
live eggs found.

Thiodan**

100

No Phytotoxidty.

Varieties treated: *La Rosa, Maria

**Star Kissed, Southland Grape, Winnie the Pooh

- # -

I Really Did Fight
Soil Mealy Bugs

Secretary, Cape African Violet Society
Cape Town, South Africa

I just had to write and tell you of how 1 fight soil
mealy bugs.

In 1974, I had an infestation of these PESTS. Even¬
tually I gave up in despair, took leaves with short stems
and destroyed hundreds of plants. I kept out my
favorite of that time, 'Joker'. This was banished to the
loo as I expected it to die from the treatment I was to
give it. However, it survived and became free of all
SMB. You'll never guess what I used — !!! It is a pro¬
duct used in the USA for the treatment of mange, ticks,
fleas, etc., on dogs. The secret? DEMADETH made by
your Dow Chemical Company and contains 40% m/v
Fenchlorphos. To a cupful of warm water I added two
drops and 'Joker' was watered with this each time.

I recently found this pest again in a few plants — I
hate to even admit to this as to my way of thinking it's
one of the "unmentionable dirties". I soak all my used
plastic pots in a strong solution of this for 20 minutes
prior to re-using. I hope this will be of help to any
reader who has reached the depths of despair as I have
over these darned pests.

- 0 -

1982 Awards For Named Violets

Awards for named African violets for the Syracuse
1982 AVSA Convention /Show have been announced
by Celine Chase, Aw^ds Chairman, as follows:

'Dee Dee', 'Adeline Krogman', 'Mary Alice', 'Corpus
Christi', 'Leone' (Fishers of Canada), 'Gene Gamer',
'Wendy', 'Celine' and Episcia 'Cleopatra'.

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African Violet Magazine, November 1981

5

Tender Loving Care

Re-illustrated by
Retta Hamilton

(Information taken from "African Violet News and Views", published by The African Violet Society
of Australia)

Cutting the leaf stem (Petiole) on an angle does
two things:

1. It increases the surface of the cut end, thus increaS"
ing the number of plantlets you will probably get.

2. It insures that most, if not all, of the new plants will
emerge in front of the parent leaf. This is important — if
they come up behind the leaf, they are apt to be too
crowded and too shaded for good growth.

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African Violet Magazine, November 1981

6

Plant in center
of pot &
keep suckers removed

ii

Fertilizer

F

‘'Adequate Lighting’'

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

7

from k “dlini-Dlam”

Mrs. Sidney (Ellie) Bogin
Chr. Miniature and Semimini Class
39 Boyd Street
Long Beach, NY 11561

We have a new puppy, 'Lahngold's Kundry' (Lahnie).
We thought we were buying a German shepherd with
an impeccable pedigree and a sire who is a champion.
Instead, she turned out to be a cross between 'Jaws' and
Houdini! Her teeth are like razors and I am a walking
advertisement for that band-aid that sticks! In the first
week she climbed out of every enclosure and got loose
from various tie-ups. It has been eight years since we
had a puppy and I forgot how easy it is to lose your
cool when a two month old puppy scampers behind the
sofa, the one too heavy for you to move, with a new
variety in a four inch pot, dangling precariously from
those jaws. Wish me luck!

The following winners came in too late for the
September issue:

AVS of UTAH, Salt Lake City, UT

Gold rosette — 'Little Angel', 'Beginner's Luck',
'Bergen Strawberry Sherbert' — Ilene M. Jorgensen
BRAZOS VALLEY AVC, CoUege StaHon / Bryan, TX

Best mini — 'Mini Minx' — Mary Scott; Best semi —
'Filigree' — Linda Ray

THE OAK CREEK GESNERIADS GROWERS, Mil¬
waukee, WI

Gold rosette — 'Little Angel', 'Irish Angel', 'Little
Delight' — Chris Kemmerling; Best mini — 'Country
Charmer' — Sue George
SILVERMINE AVS, Stamford, CT

Best mini — Tiny Sparkles' — Alice Stramandole;
Best semi — 'Blue Sprite'; Best trailer — 'Snowy Trails'
— Molly Kosik

I received a letter from a member describing a prob¬
lem she had with a plant and what she did with it. It
made my hair stand on end. She had d^ribed a plant
with root knot nematodes! Since the plant was not
doing so well she cut it down and put down all
the leaves.

Root nematodes are the most destructive and are not
visable to the naked eye but their appearance and roots
are positive signs of the condition. The nematodes lay
their eggs inside the roots and stems, multiplying

rapidly and causing swollen knots. Plants have a dull
appearance, leaves look limp as though in need of water
and the plant will sucker profusely. That is nature's way
of trying to propagate a dying plant.

Preventative methods entail keeping all working sur¬
faces, tools, pots, etc. scrupulously clean. Soil must be
sterilized. Never propagate leaves from a nematode
infected plant. Plant, pot and all should be thrown
away. All others that still have not yet shown signs
should be drenched with a good systemic.

After reading that letter, I realized that we old timers
take all this information for granted as most of us have
gone through the gamut.

The best source of information on all phases of
African violets, the other gesneriads and up to date
information on diseases, pests and insects is the Judge's
Handbook for Judges and EXHIBUTORS. I have under¬
lined exhibitors. It is a must for all novices and even
experienced growers! You do not have to be a judge or
be interested in being one. It can be obtained from the
AVS A business office in Knoxville. Knowing the pests,
insects, diseases, their prevention and remedies will put
you ahead of the game.

The following plants have come into bloom and all
are delightful minis. 'Little Alice', a delicate semidouble
white with a ruffled pink edge on slightly wavy, serrated
'Tommie Lou' foliage. 'My Lou', a white-purple ruffled
double with 'TL' foliage. 'All a Fantasy', single
lavender-purple fantasy with tailored 'TL' foliage. All
from Candy Russell. Also good is Baker's 'Junie Moon',
a delicate pink and white semidouble on miniature
variegated foliage. They all epitomize the daintiness and
charm of the miniatures.

The 1978 Miniature and Semiminiature Culture and
Variety List including 1979, 1980 supplements is
available from me for $2.50, all checks or money
orders to be made out to AVSA. If you only want either
or both of the supplements, send a large self -addressed
stamped envelope. OVERSEAS MEMBERS: Please
check international postage rates for three ounces and
add it to the $2.50 for the list, and make all checks
payable in U.S. dollars and on a U.S. based bank.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

8

Green Grow Their Violets

Andersons Lease The Green House

Andy and Carol Anderson, who have operated The
Green House in Bellflower, CA., for a number of years,
have leased the entire operation to Alan and Suzanne
Higginbotham. However, Andy and Carol will
continue to live at The Green House, 9515 Hower
Street, and will assist Alan and Suzanne in learning the
commercial aspect of growing African violets . . .
they're anxious to see their 16~year effort at The
Greenhouse continue.

In 1964, Carol Green started a part-time business
growing African violets in a 14-foot by 14-foot
glasshouse in Norwalk.

An accounting machine supervisor for a large steel
company, she grew tired of the freeway struggle and
decided to see if she could convert her hobby to
a livelihood.

There's a sign at The Green House that reads, "Never
under^timate the power of a flower" — but it could
well say in Carol's case, "Never underestimate the
power of a flower lover who wants to rid herself
of freeways."

By 1975, Carol had acquired a husband, Andy
Anderson, and their present location in Bellflower with
greenhouse and propagation facilities for 40,000 plants.
Today, the Green House is the largest retail grower of
unusual African violets in Southern California.

Carol, as shy as the reputation of the flowers she nur¬
tures, is happiest working with her plants, leaving con¬
versation to her more expansive husband.

"Carol's the worker. I'm the talker," says Andy as he
conducts you on a tour through the facilities, readily
admitting everything he knows about African violets he
learned from his wdfe.

The Green House (it really is green, inside and out)
is home for 100 different varieties of African violets
in various stages of growth. More than 50 varieties
are displayed among the 3,000 plants on view in the
sales greenhouse.

And violets aren't only violet. They bloom in a pro¬
fusion of pinks, reds, whites, greens, blues, multi-colors
and, of course, purple. No yellows, oranges or bright
reds yet, says Andy, but hybridizers — Carol among
them — are working on those hues.

The Green House is visited often by garden club
members who arrive by charter bus to hold their
meetings on the shaded patio before touring the exten¬
sive greenhouses.

According to the Andersons, who ship violets
throughout the United States as well as to the Far East,
North and South America, Europe and Africa, there are

really no secrets to successful growing of African violets
in the home.

Among their suggestions:

Plenty of light ( the Green House uses Plant-Growth
lights and constantly tests new entries into the light¬
ing market).

— Regular feeding with a high phosphorus fertilizer
such as 15-30-15 (nitrogen, phosphorus, potash).

— Not too large a pot. Plants can be three to four times
the pot's diameter.

— Sufficient humidity. Contrary to popular belief,
African violets can be sprayed or misted.

— Use tepid water and DO NOT overwater.

African violets were discovered by Baron von St.

Paul in German East Africa in the 1880's, according to
Andy. At that time, all were purple. Andy's sorry the
baron can't see what Carol has done with them. She
must talk to them, too.

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Lack of Space and Living Alone

Margaret M. McMullin
930 Post St, #28

San Francisco, CA 94109

Speaking of coping with lack of space and being
economical, I am elderly, living alone in a "Studio
Apartment". With a 3 window "bay" facing North,
looking across backyards to apartment houses on a
street higher than mine and a tall hotel to the West,
most of my light is reflected.

Before African violets I was a fish fancier, but
stopped during the drought and because of arthritis. My
37 gallon plexiglass tank had a grow Lux tube, so I over¬
turned the tank (to have maximum flat surface),
covered the tank with some avacado green vinyl,
bought 2 inexpensive wooden wine racks, and upended
them at either end of the tank, laid the light, in its cover,
from one to the other and viola! Much new space for
my MANY African violets and less crowding for all.

I turn on the light when I get up and turn it off when I
go to bed — about 15 hours and the light is 15" above
my plant tops. None of these plants have yet bloomed
but this arrangement is only a few months old. So we
shall see. I retired from the Sheraton-Palace switch¬
board 1 year ago so I have more time to spend working
with my African violets.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

9

YOUR LIBRARY

■I?

Marion Doherty
485 Berwyn Drive
Madison, WI 53711

Here we are, in full swing with winter activities in our
various African violet groups. Perhaps this would be a
good time to review some of the rules and regulations
connected with the AVSA Library and the use of the
materials available. Unless you have actually worked
on the Library Committee, you'd have difficulty in
realizing the amount of effort put into the preparation
of a slide program. Not only is there the photography
itself, but the sorting and deciding what to include in the
show, identifying, labelling as well as duplicating those
slides in order to make up the necessary number of
shows. Besides that, there is the commentary to be writ¬
ten, all of which takes many hours. This is why we
want you to be aware of the care required of the pro¬
grams so that others will be able to enjoy them long
after you've shown them to your group.

1. When you receive your program, please unpack it
carefully so that you'll be able to return it in the same
type of wrapper in which you received it. It must be
returned by HRST CLASS MAIL!

2. To the projectionist — First of all, check your pro¬
jector to make sure it's in tip-top shape so that no slide
mounts get bent. Never leave the slide projected for
more than a few seconds because there is danger of
overheating the slide itself. Glance at the commentary.
There might well be bits of information you, yourself,
would like to include and perhaps delete material we've
included. Time yourself, if desired, so that you'll have
some idea of how long the slide show will take.

3. Make sure the slides coincide with the commen¬
tary before you present the program. This will assure
you that all the slides are there, all are in proper posi¬
tion, etc. The ladies in Knoxville, who do such a good
job in keeping the shows in excellent condition,
sometimes find it necessary to have slide programs sent
directly from one showing to the next without having a
chance to check them.

4. One of the most important points we want to
emphasize is the prompt return of the slide program to
Knoxville, or wherever directed, so that the next club
can view it. Sometimes, reservations are so tight that
the shows are barely in long enough for servicing.

5. When and if you do find damaged slides, please
make note of it on the comment sheet which accom¬
panies every program. Use of that comment sheet is
most important to us for it acts as a direct line of com¬

munication. If an answer is indicated, we try hard to
write a note in answer to your comment. Reading
through the comment sheets tends to bring about a
better understanding and also is a means of your telling
us when you think a program is becoming obsolete or in
need of updating. Besides, we welcome letters with sug¬
gestions for new programs. There are times when it's
not possible to get right at a suggested show for any
number of reasons, one which might well be lack of
slides on the subject. This is why we occasionally put
out a plea for certain types of slides so that we can build
up a collection, write a commentary to accompany it
and presto — a new program is bom! We have had a
number of slide donations recently for which we're
most grateful.

Another one of our pet subjects is taking pictures of
your own special plants. Now that Christmas is near¬
ing, certainly some of you are planning ways to use
your loveliest Saintpaulias in decorating your homes.
Please take some slides of those arrangements and send
them along to us. Wouldn't it be fun to have a program
of seasonal decorations using African violets? The
possibilities are endless — all that is necessary is to set
aside a few minutes to take those slides, taking a
number of views using different exposures, and cer¬
tainly you'll come out with a few usable slides that
could be shared with all your AVSA friends.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS and happy picture-taking!

Marion Doherty
Library Chairman

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Awards Made At Convention

Newsletter and magazine awards were made at the
AVSA Convention held in San Francisco, CA.

Two awards given for the best newsletter, 16 pages or
less, fell to The Bloomin' News, best, and Horida Con¬
nections, second best.

Awards given for the best magazine, more than 16
pages, were won by The Empire Violet Magazine, best,
and The Council News, second best.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

10

Mrs. Earl Looper gives her African violets plenty of tender loving care.

Grower Says Violets Are Much Like Babies

Helen Reeburgh
Port Arthur, TX

Mrs. Earl Looper finds that her African violet plants
are as much trouble as a baby. From the amount of
tender, loving care that she gives them, it is easy to see
that they give her great pleasure.

'They don't cry, but you have to get up early and
take care of them," Mrs. Looper says. "The main thing
is not to let them get dry." she says. 'They are a lot of
fun to fool with. My husband used to say that if they
put a flower on anything. I'd buy it." From the collec¬
tion of teacups and plates, it is easy to see that violets
are her favorites.

Mrs. Looper lives in Port Arthur, TX and is an
active member of the African Violet Culture Club of
Port Arthur.

Mrs. Looper says that she gets her love of flowers
from her father, who would even stop by the road¬
side to gather flowers. Although the African violets
respond best to indoor growing conditions with con¬
trolled light and humidity, she also has a yard full of
blooming things.

Visiting the stands filled with plants that overflow
into several rooms of her house in Port Arthur, it is easy
to see what she means when she says, "When you get
where you have no place to eat, you have a little too
much." With more than 100 plants, she has found that
growing African violets is a hobby that makes friends.

"Right off you're friends because you have a common
bond," she says.

With most plants grown under lights, the principal
thing is to give the show plants the proper humidity.
Start with a good soil and good drainage. Mrs, Looper
grows her show plants in pots which are fed a con¬
tinuous mbcture of water and fertilizer. She uses dif¬
ferent fertilizers for different stages of growth.

The plants appear to be delicate with frilly flowers
and curly leaves on some varieties, but Mrs. Looper
dusts them with a soft brush, and gives them a bath
under the hydrant. To get the plants ready for a show,
Mrs. Looper will bathe them and trim them. One of
her plants had 200 blooms when she entered it in a
past show.

Mites, thrip and mealy bugs are the dreaded enemies
of the African violets, and collectors must keep new
plants away from others until it can be seen that they
are free of insects. "If I buy a new one, I isolate it
for six weeks," Mrs. Looper says. Her plants started
with eight hours of light, but are now getting 14 hours
of light each day.

'Baby Tears', 'Laughing Eyes' and 'Torngirl' are a few
of the catchy names for the beautiful plants. Mrs.
Looper says she would rather win a rosette than be
named "Queen of the Show".

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

11

Mrs. John Hayes
Wintonbury Violet Cellar
9 Cobblestone Rd.
Bloomfield, CT 06002

with all the rushing about
getting ready for the "turkey" day and then the shop¬
ping for gift time! Our precious African violets do not
like to be neglected in favor of the fetivities and other
holiday plants. In the time you are preparing for
Thanksgiving and all the decorating for the December
holidays, do set aside the time to continue the necessary
care for all your plants, whether or not you are showing
in the spring. IF you are showing in the spring, a few
weeks of neglect at holiday time may weD show as a
culture change and cost you ^verely when judging time
comes around. Plants can be harmed if you let them get
^dry too many tim« or if the timer is used elsewhere and
you forget to either turn on the lights or leave them on
for an exc^ively long period of time. This is a time of
the year that you might want to consider the need to
weed out a few of the many extra plants you have or
just share some of your beauty with others. If you are
the giver of plant gifts from your collection, be sure that
the receiver knows some of the basics in caring for that
plant. Why not give her a culture leaflet from AVSA to
get her started on the right track. As a supervisor in a
convalescent home, I can say that violets are loved by
patients and staff alike, but care can be limited there, if
there is not a loving family or friend that visits regularly.
I have found that setting up a plant on a wickwatering
regime or potting the plant in one of the attractive com¬
mercially made wicking systems does a lot to benefit the
plant — and the patient! I have given several plants in
the Swift's Moist-Rite planters and it is amazing how
well they do even in the not so good light exposure.
Patients not only enjoy the plants, but fairly beam
when someone else compliments them on their fine
greenery. Enjoy the holidays with your families and
friends as they come home together and remember that
your plant friends will need a bit of remembering amidst
all the celebrations. Happy Holidays to you all.

QUESTION: I constantly hear people refer to pro¬
per grooming. I do not want to show my ignorance in
front of these knowledgeable people. Can you give me
any tips on grooming that will assist me in improving
my plants?

ANSWER: It is very likely that your hearing the
word grooming from those people was in reference to

Holiday time is upon

looking at someone's plants as you referred to a show
you were viewing. Often I have referred to the fact that
so many plants that I have judged had what I call cor¬
rectable errors and I can tend to be a little heavy on the
comments in these areas. There are several general areas
that will improve a plant and in many would have sub¬
stantially improved that plant to a higher ribbon. A
plant that is under or over potted could have teen cor¬
rected prior to show time. That is an error we see
altogether too often. At home there are several areas
that you can "groom" your plants to assist in their eye
appeal. Removing yellowed outer leaves and spent
blossoms will do a lot for improving a plant. Let your
plants have a bath once in a while by holding the plant
sidewise under gently running tepid water and letting
the water run over the leaves. Keep out of direct sun¬
light until it is dry. When not washing, use a soft brush
to remove dust and particles of soil that may have fallen
on the leaves. Remove suckers, those four-leaved
plantlets that grow on the stalk right next to the stem.
When you remove a leaf, remove the stalk entirely,
right next to the stem. Repot a plant that has an
unsightly neck from removing outer rows of older
leaves. These hints will go a long way to making your
plants more pleasing to the eye, and incidentally, teach
you how to get a plant ready for a show if you decide to
go that route in the future.

QUESTION: A friend of mine had good luck with an
aerosol spray for thrips on her plants. I decided to try it
on mine, but much to my surprise I have appeared to
contact another problem. The very next day I could see
no tracK of thrips, within a few days the leav« on my
plants were turning dark, eventuaEy brown and limp.
What kind of disease could I have caught?

ANSWER: The cause of your problem may be one
that I have heard on several occasions and the one that
cautions me that aerosol can sprays are b«t not used by
most people. The can usually has directions stating how
FAR from the foliage the can is to be held. The contents
of aerosol cans will literally freeze your plants just as
surely as if you had placed them in your freezer or out¬
side during the winter. \Afhen held at the proper distance
many of these "canned" sprays will do the task that they
were intended for.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

12

QUESTION: At a recent local show, a plant that I
had grown as a semiminiature was not judged. When I
asked I was told that it was too large. I thought I had
measured with my ruler and was very disappointed that
I had not had my plant judged. Wliy does this happen?

ANSWER: This has happened to the best of us,
plants do not grow overnight, although it looks that
way! The best way I have found to measure semis and
minis is to purchase a 6" and 8" embroidery hoop and
place your plant in the middle of the hoop and bring it
up around the plant. You can also make your own 6"
and 8" circle out of cardboard. A real must that
prevents a plant from being considered at a show.

QUESTION: I have noticed that the stalks of my
blossoms have a white appearance that will mb off in
my hands. The flowers do not seem affected by this but
it is especially obvious on the darker blossoms that seem
to have white patches on some of the blossom petals.
What causes this? Can I wash it off or should I continue
mbbing it off with my fingers?

ANSWER: From the very detailed d^ription your
letter gave me, I feel quite sure that you have a case of
mildew. With the high humidity that you describe and
the heat at this time of the year, you have a problem
that can be remedied. You may need to increase the air
circulation around your plants and cut back a little on
the watering. Air circulation can be the biggest cause of
mildew, the lack of it, that is. You may find that the use
of a fan on a low speed not directed right at your plants
will help along with the spraying, according to direc-
tions, of either Benomyl or Benia te. Some people have
recommended placing small saucers of sulfur in and
around trays as a preventative. Any of you that have
acc^ to the Dixie News would be very interested in an
article in their summer issue this year. It is a very
thorough presentation of pests and disease, symptoms,
source and treatment,

QUESTION: There are so many questions that I
have about grovring violets that I hardly know where to
start. I would suppose that this column must get ques¬
tions from lots of people like me. If possible, would
there be any place I could get a basic "do-it-yourself" list
of cares for my lovely new plants. I joined AVSA a year
ago and it seems like there is so much to be learned,

ANSWER: You certainly are on the right path as a
new member of AVSA, This organization which nur-
tured me many years ago, still teaches me something
new with each and every edition of the magazine. The
secret is to save them and go back over them. There has
been a recent article which you have no doubt read by
now. Your question gives me the opportunity to thank
the author in print and emphasize the tremendous
resource that article wiU be for us all. In your recent
June, 1981 magazine there is a very enlightening piece
called "Back To The Basics" on page 15. Catherine
Hawley, as usual, has done a thorough job, but in doing

so has put together a basic piece that helps us all, new
and old. Read it again, you will be surprised how much
you missed the first time, there is soooooo much there!
Thanks Catherine!

QUESTION: I have purchased some new plants
for the spring shows and want to try my hand at
the art of disbudding! What would you recommend for
a beginner?

ANSWER: Many people seem to use the 6-8 weeks
rule of thumb. Most feeling that singles will come in in
six weeks and doubles in 8 weeks. If all conditions are
perfect that may be the case. I would try now to stop
disbudding 6-8 weeks before a specific date and see
what happens with your plants, some plants behave dif¬
ferently and what the plant does under your conditions
may not be the same as at a friends home. If the
weather warms up and your temperature increases tKat
can significantly shorten the time for coming into fuO
bloom, say in comparison to a March show in the
northeast where house temperatures will not be as
warm as in the south. There are variables that you have
to deal with and they are basically your environment
and the part of the country you live in. Many people
will disbud for many months prior to a show letting the
plant's growing strength go to the foliage and then
allowing to bloom, others will disbud only a few weeks
before the prescribed 6-8 weeks.

QUESTION: I have heard so many comments on
when to repot, can you give me any short and simple
rules to foUow?

ANSWER: Upon reading your question, a friend
commented, that there could never be any short and
simple ways to grow violets, obviously I have not won
her over yet! There are several rules of thumb that
should be able to be understood enough to stand out
and assist you in a choice of determining which you
want to follow. When the roots are coming out the
bottom hofe in your pot, you can be assured that it is
root bound and can be safely repotted. The generally
accepted proportions have been used as the size of the
pot being one-third the size of the plant. Usually you
can look at a plant and see that it really overwhelms
the size of the pot. Miniatures should be repotted at
least once a year and never placed in a pot larger than
272". You must avoid overpotting when repotting,
usually you should not go up more than one size larger.
Using clay or plastic is a matter of choice, it should be
scrubbed clean and sterilized.

QUESTION: What is the best way to clean up my
plastic pots for reuse?

ANSWER: All used pots and labels should be
thoroughly cleaned before reusing. They will be much
easier to clean if you have a large tub or pail that you
can to^ them in to sit until you are ready to clean.
Some years ago I remember reading somewhere about
using a solution of Clorox and water to soak them in

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

13

until you are ready to really scrub! The fertilizer salts
will disappear and very little elbow grease will be
needed to clean them up. I occasionally use a Brillo pad
if there are traces of stubborn residue. Then you may
use one of two methods. You may place them back in
the Clorox and water solution to soak for several days
or you can use your dishwasher! The high temperature
cycle is an excellent method for sterilizing pots. It will
not melt your pots, your plastic pots are more durable
than your Tupperware!

QUESTION: I have been rooting leaves in water, but
the plantlets that I get seem blanched out and weak.

ANSWER: Water is a very effective method of get¬
ting roots started and especially to hold that leaf that
you have brought home and don't want to take time to
pot up right now. Stronger plant roots and plantlets will
be obtained by using a rooting medium for starting new
plants. There are many very good commercial rooting
media available on the market or you may mix your
own. We could do a whole column on just rooting
media! A very simple media can be just vermiculite, I
personally have good success with two different recipes,
one is one part soil, one part vermiculite, and one part
sponge rok; the other is using a media produced by the
Buell's Greenhouses. The media must be kept damp at
all times but not soggy. Bright light but not direct
sun should be used or your fluorescent lights. Most
leaves will produce plantlets in a few weeks, usually in
about 8.

QUESTION: While visiting a friend who specializes
in "other" g«neriads, I admired several of her hanging
baskets. When I left her home she presented me with
many cuttings from these plants. Since I have grown
African violets for many years, she assumed I knew
what to do. Help, how do I transplant, grow, or what
do I do? I have them in water now.

ANSWER: Cutting of columneas are the usual way
of expanding your collection or renewing an old plant.
If your conditions are right for bloom, your bloom is
likely to occur on the new growth, so trimming of older
plants is nec^sary. When taking short pieces off an
established plant you will promote branching which
will make your plant more symmetrical and attractive.
The length of the cutting is usually from 2-4 inches. If
your friend gave you longer pieces, you may have
yourself several starts for plants or you may want to
share them with others. Cuttings should be taken from
the plant as close to the leaf node as possible, include
several nodes for the cutting. Use a sharp instrument
such as a sharp knife or razor blade. Remove the lower
set of leaves so that when you place your cutting in
medium the leav^ will not rot. The rooting medium
should be moist, you can make a hole with a label or a
pencil and place the cutting in, firmly tapping the soil
around the cutting. Keep them under fluorescent lights.
In the warmer weather rooting should occur within a

few weeks, longer during colder weather. Generally
speaking the rooting medium you use for violets will
work effectively for cuttings or you may wish to
place them directly into a soilless growing medium.
Good luck!

QUESTION: I have recently purchased a beautiful
plant with dark green leaves and the back side of the
leaves is red in color. Is this a special variety and should
I do anything different to care for this plant? I use
Peter's African Violet fertilizer 20-20-20 at the rate of X
tsp. per gallon and have my plants under cool white
fluorescent tubes on a 2x4 foot tray. The lights are on
10-12 hours a day.

ANSWER: The plants that have darker leaves and in
particular the ones with what we call a red-reverse leaf
can stand more light. They may be placed at the center
of your trays so that they may absorb more light and in
doing so should retain their bright red color.

QUESTION: I have recently been the recipient of
an air conditioner. Will the use of it do any damage to
my plants?

ANSWER: I realize that you will be reading this
column near the holiday season, but those of you in the
"cold" belt, remember we have many members "way
down south" for whom using an air conditioner may be
reality at the time you read this. Air conditioners can be
a real boon to your plants if you have excessive heat
and humidity in your climate. Remember, even though
our lovely little plants have come from the so-called
tropics, they really do not like long periods of exces¬
sively high humidity. There are two cautions to be
taken most seriously with the use of an air conditioner.
First and foremost, be sure that the cold air is not blow¬
ing directly on your plants and that the temperatures
are not too low, and second, don't expect your plants to
continue on the same regime of watering. Remember,
with the cooler temperature and more evenly adjusted
humidity environment, they will not need as much
water, as frequently! It seems to me that I remember
EUie Bogin, our 'mini -mam", discovering that after Sid
gave her an air conditioner for her plant room, that all
of a sudden she had some cases of root rot!

POSTSCRIPT: The response to this column con¬
tinues to be most unbelievable. Please bear with me as
the back log of letters slowly but steadily gets answered.
I mentioned in the September issue that I had received
over 120 letters in March, since then the count is an
additional 200. Hopefully summer schedule will allow
me to get caught up and hopefully keep abreast. I am
pleased to see you using the services of this column and
AVSA. Keep that up, it is a healthy sign.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

14

Parentage of 'Charm Song' Revealed by F. D. Richter

Forrest D. Richter
9534 Spring Street
Highland, IN 46322

In the March, 1981 issue of the African Violet
Magazine there is an article titled "Indigo Blues" by
Jerry A. Barnard, Orchid Gardens of Boswell and Bar¬
nard, Dallas, TX. In the article Mr. Barnard mentions
Richter's 'Charm Song' as the first good pale blue of that
time, 1963 or thereabouts. With the thought that it
might be helpful to present hybridizers to know the
parentage of 'Charm Song', we give a "family tree" of
this variety. We grew between three to ten thousand
seedlings a year, always selecting and re-selecting for the

better cultivars. My records for 1954 and earlier were
damaged by water, so this is not as complete as it might
be for the earlier crosses. You will note that this goes
back to 'Blue Boy' and 'lonantha'. 'lonantha' especially
was a good clear blue color, without the purple cast of
many of the blues of that era.

We were still growing 'Charm Song' at the time we
retired in June, 1973, With the experience of 31 years of
hybridizing and growing African violets, we still con¬
sidered it the best of its color class at that time.

'Blue Boy'

1953

'Iris'

Cross X197

'lonantha'

12/18/56

R-218

'Charm Song'

R-184

'Wedgewood'

'Penny Sue'
(Vallin)

X Indicates cross number on our records.

R Indicates when plant was under propagation for future selection.

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Growing Miniatures

Mrs. Mary LaClair
R. D. No. 1, Youngs Road
Vernon, NY 13476

What do you do to grow such lovely minis?

I've been asked this question again and again at
our African violet shows when I've received awards
for my plants. So I started to evaluate my system.
This is what I came up with.

I find myself checking the miniatures much more
often for dryness. Due to the small size of the pots,
they cannot store as much water. They need to be
watered as they need it, which turns out to be much
more frequently than the standards.

When checked for dryness, they are also observed
for appearance of any suckers, which appear seem¬

ingly overnight on some varieties. Then, according
to size of the sucker, it is either discarded or put into
a bed of wet vermiculite for sharing with friends.

My mini s are under a fluorescent light on a stand
that was built for seed starting and are therefore
closer to the light source. I suggest for a regular stand
that they be put on up-tumed pots to bring them up
to, or possibly a little above, the level of their larger
friends. And when you are caring for them keep in
mind how really lovely they can be, and be thankful
they won't be crowding you out of living space.

DO NOT over pot.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

15

Biological Control of Insects

Mrs. Madeline Gonzales
200 Doris Ave.

San Jose, CA 95127

Interior plantscape companies have been success¬
fully using predator mites over the past few years as a
means of eliminating or controlling the spread of
several pest spider mites including Tetranychus urticae
(the two spotted spider mite). The predators are sup¬
plied in plastic vials SVa inches long and 3/8 inch in
diameter. They are applied to the infested plant by
cutting the end off the vial and resting it on the portion
of the plant which is severely infested. Occasionally
with specimen plants, application of multiple vials are
required. The predator mites applied will consume a
large number of pest mites. They overcome the pest
mites generally by piercing the body cavity of the pest
mites and feeding on their body fluids. They control
the pest mites only as quickly as they can consume the
pests and reproduce their own eggs. They are not an
instant cure so it is necessary to introduce them before
the pests have caused irreparable damage to your
plants. It is often necessary to repeat applications at
weekly intervals, two or three times, in order to bring
mite infestation under control.

They have found that by minimizing the use of pes¬
ticides, both client and the E.P.A. are kept happy.

The predator mites attack only plant feeding spider
mites. They do not attack white flies or aphids. They
do not injure the plant and will not reproduce once
they have exhausted the supply of pest mites. They are
easy to differentiate from the pest mites in that they
are approximately 25% larger. In the application of
the predators, it is important that the plant has not
had an application of pesticide for at least two weeks.
The predators will die if they contact pesticide residue
from previous applications, including some fungicides.
The client can be assured that the predators have no
capability to move from plant to plant and will not
bite people.

The interior foliage industry uses two types of
predator mites, the Phytoseliulus persimilis and the
Amblyesius Calif omicus. The former is used in
greenhouses or holding areas where the infestation is
very heavy. They will not survive in a non-humid
environment, or if they only have a small amount of
food (pests) available to them. The latter can with¬
stand a warmer and drier environment, therefore, they
are applicable for interior plantscape maintenance use.

The predators are shipped from their development
houses twice weekly via standard United Parcel Ser¬
vice delivery. When received they are stored in a mini
refrigerator at a temperature of 50 degrees. All

predators are used by the plant care personnel within 3
days of receipt.

Needless to say, this form of pest control can be
very successful as well as acceptable to the client.

Another new product being used is Enstar 5E. It is an
insect growth regulator, a unique product that is very
effective for use in control of aphid, white fly, mealybug
and scale. Kinoprene is the active ingredient. It is a
chemical analog of natural insect hormones. It doesn't
kill insects immediately. Rather it interferes with the
normal process of insect development.

Enstar 5E gradually reduces insect population. It
produces morphogenic, ovicidal and sterilizing effects
on mealy bug, aphid, white fly, and scale. Enstar 5E
inhibits insect development, reduces egg laying
capabilities, kills eggs already laid and sterilizes mature
white fly and aphid.

Although Enstar 5E is a chemical and provides the
selectivity of chemical treatment, it neither interferes
with predators or parasites which sometimes provide
control without the use of chemicals, nor does it affect
humans or animals. Unlike conventional pesticides
most of which are nerve or stomach poisons and are
harmful to animals, Enstar 5E represents a new con¬
cept in insect control. It specifically interferes with
the normal development process of insects.

Enstar 5E should be used in a regular spray pro¬
gram, treating every 14 days, using 1/8 teaspoon per
quart. For soil mealybug use as a drench V4 teaspoon
per quart, submersion should continue until no more
air bubbles are escaping from the fluid surface.

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WHY NOT TRY THIS?

Beulah Limparis, 12310 Atherton Drive, Silver
Springs, MD 20906 sends in this helpful hint, which
she says is worth trying for her violets grew faster
and better than in the ones in regular pots:

“Recently I came across a useful purpose of a
discarded two (2) liter plastic soda pop bottle, which
I would like to share with other AVM readers.

“The bottom part, which is usually blkck, twists
off. This section already has vent holes. I cut the bot¬
tom of the bottle four to five inches long and invert it
in the separated portion. It makes a very nice ter¬
rarium for miniature African violets and also a very
nice gift."

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

16

AVSA AFFILIATES

Mrs. Wayne (Mildred) Schroeder
Affiliate Chairman
1739 N 74th Court
Elmwood Park, IL 60635

After a cool invigoratirig day in Northern Michigan,
the sun is setting over the Lake, sending out the most
exquisite colors one can imagine. This is August and
although you will read this magazine in November, I
wanted to share a bit of the beauty of Northern
Michigan with you. Sand, water, native woods, animals
and sunsets are the beauty here. Of course, there are
flowers — wild ones to be enjoyed for now before I go
back to my African violets and home. Snow and winter
are coming, but for now it is summer and so welcome. 1
take leave of the sunset and come back to AVSA and
the Affiliated Chapters.

WELCOME NEW AFFILIATES

Tennessee Valley AVC, Dale Williams, Pres., 7737 Camberly Dr.,
Powell, TN 37849

South Dade Life Member AVC, Maxine J. Causey, Pres. 2801 S.W. 120
Rd., Miami, R 33175

Heart of Florida AVC, Mrs. Jean Norris, Pres., 115 Larkwood Dr.,
Sanford, R 32771

Sunshine AVC, Mrs. D. W. Radford, Pres., 1008 East Venice Ave.,
Venice, R 33595

Recently I have received letters from new affiliates
who wish to have a show and do not know where to
start with their plans. It is so important to help these
clubs become acquainted with the materials available
thru AVSA. The Handbook for Judges and Exhibitors

by Ruth Carey is available in a new edition. Mrs. Carey
has spent many hours on this new edition and I am
sure all society members will find it informative and
essential for their learning about shows. If you are a
new affiliate, order one for your club library and use it
often. It contains all of the information needed to pre¬
sent an AVSA approved show. This Handbook is also
essential to established clubs since it contains all of the
new rules which have been enacted since the last print¬
ing of the Handbook. All AVSA Affiliate Shows will
use the new rules as of the time the Handbook is printed
and available to its members. Send for it to the AVSA
Knoxville office. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN 37901.

Elsewhere in this magazine is the list of all AVSA
Affiliated Chapters as of July 1, 1981. If you do not find
your club listed, please check with the AVSA Knoxville
office. Remember your affiliate dues are due Feb. 28 of
each year and are effective until Feb. 28 of the next year.
Some clubs wait until the end of their club year to pay
dues and find that they have become delinquent.
Second notices are sent out and we do hope that your
treasurer will respond quickly to renew the affilia¬
tion. Do use this list if you are trying to find a club
near you or if you are traveling and wish to visit
fellow AVSAers.

From Michigan to you in all parts of this land,
happy growing!

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Rebate Privileges On Culture Folders

"Blank" culture folders are available at the AVSA
Knoxville office.

Only AVSA Affiliates and AVSA Commercial
members are eligible to purchase "blank" culture folders
with rebate privileges.

"Blank" folders are the same culture folders published
by AVSA except for a blank space on the front where
the purchasers name and address must be stamped,
printed, or clearly written in the space which is on the
reverse side of the membership application.

Those qualified to purchase folders are eligible for
rebates. A $1 rebate will be paid for each NEW, not
renewal, membership when five (5) or more applica¬
tions are received during one year at the AVSA office

on the member's culture folder coupons. AVSA's
fiscal year begins March 1 and ends the following
February 28.

Orders are shipped from the Knoxville office. Rush
orders are a no no. Please allow plenty of time for third-
class delivery.

Folders are shipped postpaid in the following quan¬
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postal charges: 90 folders — $3; 450 folders — $13; 900
folders — $25.

Free folders, without rebates, are available.
See STRICTLY BUSINESS, inside front cover
for information.

An additional $2.00 for postage is appreciated.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

17

Cultivar Versus Variety — A Commentary

Richard T. Hanlin
Department of Plant Pathology
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602

The word "variety" has long been used in the horti¬
cultural trade to refer to the myriads of new vegetables,
shrubs and flowers that are introduced to the public
each year by various hybridizers and growers. In recent
years another term, "cultivar", has appeared in the
literature and there is often confusion over the exact
meaning and usage of the two terms. This article will
define both terms and will explain how they are to
be used.

Before explaining these terms, perhaps some back¬
ground on how plants are named would be helpful. The
area of botany that deals with the naming and classifica¬
tion of plants is termed taxonomy and one who
specializes in this area is a taxonomist. Whenever a new
species of plant is discovered, a taxonomist will describe
it in Latin and give it a name consisting of two words,
the genus and the species. This "scientific name", or
binomial as it is called, must be formulated according to
a prescribed set of rules published in a book called "The
International Code of Botanical Nomenclature"
(Stafleu, 1978). (Nomenclature is the area of taxonomy
that deals with the names of plants). The rules
themselves are developed by botanists from all over the
world who meet every five years at an International
Botanical Congress. Any necessary changes in the rules
are made by the Congress, and an updated Code is
published at the conclusion of each Congress.

One of the rules followed in naming new species of
plants is that the binomial must be composed of either
Latin or latinized words. Latin is used because it is no
longer an active language and it is recognized by botan¬
ists all around the world, regardless of their native lan¬
guage. In the case of the African violet, the genus Saint-
paulia is the latinized name of the discoverer, Baron
Walter Von Saint Paul. The species name ionantha, is a
Greek word meaning "with violet-like flowers". Certain
conventions are followed in writing these words. The
genus name is always capitalized, whereas the species
name is never capitalized. (Formerly, specific names
derived from proper names were capitalized; this is still
permissible but is not recommended). Both words are
always placed in italics or underlined when written. It is
also common practice to place the name of the person
who created the name after the species; this helps one
who might later wish to look up the original description
of the plant. Since the African violet was originally
described by Herman Wendland, the binomial is written
Saintpaulia ionantha Wendland. It is also the usual

practice to use only the first letter of the genus if the

word is repeated.

One of the purposes of classifying plants is to show
how they are related to each other botanically. This is
done by grouping them into categories such as families,
genera and species. A species is usually defined as a
group of plants that are so similar that they cannot be
readily separated from one another. Related species are
placed in the same genus, and relate genera in the same
family. Thus all cultivated African violets are placed in
the same species, ionantha, and this species, along
with about 26 others, is placed in the genus Saint¬
paulia. The genus Saintpaulia, in turn, is placed in the
family Gesneriaceae, along with a number of other
genera such as Aeschynanthus (lipstick plant), Episcia
(flame violet), Columnea (goldfish plant), and Sin-
ningia (gloxinia).

But, you might ask, if plants are placed in the same
species because they are so similar, why are all African
violets in the same species? One can easOy tell a single
flower from a double, a boy leaf from a girl leaf, and a
pink flower from a blue or white one. There is almost
infinite variation in all of these characteristics.

This brings us to what criteria botanists use to deter¬
mine whether plants are related. It would be impractical
to define a new species on the basis of a character that
varied easily. If one used leaf variegation as a species
character, for example, what happens when the plant
loses its variegation during hot summer weather? Does
it become another species? To avoid situations like this,
the botanist looks for characters that rarely vary,
regardless of the conditions that surround the plant.
Botanists long ago discovered that the structures that
vary the least are those associated with seed production,
i.e., the flower. All plants in the same species will have
the same basic internal flower structure, because it has
been shown that this structure will remain the same
regardless of changes in leaf shape, size, color, or
margins or of changes in the color, number, and shape
of the flower petals. All genera with a similar basic
flower structure are placed in the same family, even
though the plant may look very different. This explains
why honey locust (a tree), wisteria (a vine), and the
common garden peas and beans are all placed in the
same family, even though they have very different
shapes and sizes; they all have the same kind of flower.

Now, what does all of this have to do with the terms
"variety" and "cultivar"? Because nature produces

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

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infinite variations, botanists sometimes discover a new
plant that seems to belong to a particular species, yet
which has certain differences that set it apart. These dif¬
ferences may not be great enough to make it a new
species, yet the botanist wants to call attention to the
fact that it differs in certain respects from most of the
other plants in that particular species. Botanists resolve
this problem by making the new plant a "variety"
("varietas" in Latin) of the older species. As an example,
Burtt described and named Saintpaulia orbicularis
which has small pale blue to lilac flowers. Later he
discovered other plants that were identical to S. orbi¬
cularis except that the flowers were always deep purple.
He did not feel that this was a great enough difference to
name a new species, so he named it as a new variety,
purpurea, as S. orbicularis var. purpurea B. L. Burtt.
Since "variety" in the botanical sense is an official
category, or taxon, Burtt had to give this plant a Latin
name and describe it in Latin. Taken in this sense,
"variety" refers to a naturally occurring plant with some
feature that does not change readily and which
distinguishes it from other members of a given species.

In the horticultural profession, however, "variety"
refers to the man-made products of hybridizers, plants
which frequently differ only slightly and which may
vary themselves and which usually do not occur
naturally. As the number of horticultural varieties has
increased, considerable confusion has resulted over the
correct naming of these plants. To help solve this prob¬
lem, a special commission was established to write an
"International Code of Nomenclature of Cultivated
Plants" (Gilmour, 1969), to govern the naming of these
plants. One provision of the Code is that the term
"variety" is recognized as an official category in

botanical taxonomy used to subdivide species; the
variety name must be formed and described according
to the rules in the Botanical Code. For the horticultural
varieties created by hybridization or mutation the Con¬
gress proposed the term "cultivar' (from cultivated
variety), and the naming of cultivars is governed by the
Cultivated Plant Code. The hybridizer names and
describes new cultivars however he or she wishes, but
the rules state that no name can be used for more than
one cultivar within a given species. Cultivar names are
capitalized but they are not italicized. When written
they are either preceeded by cv. or placed in single
quotes, as S. ionantha cv. Serenity, or S. ionantha
'Serenity'. If the cultivar name is used alone in text the
use of single quotes is recommended to set it off.

To summarize, the term "variety" is restricted to
botanical taxonomy as part of a scientific name of a
plant. The term "cultivar" is to be used for all man¬
made varieties that are produced for the commercial
trade. Technically, therefore, our next listing of new
African violet introductions (Tretter, 1976) should be
called the Master Cultivar List, or perhaps, the Master
List of Cultivars.

References:

Gilmour, J. S. L. 1969. International Code of Nomen¬
clature of Cultivated Plants — 1969. Reg. Veg.
64: 1-32.

Stafleu, F. A. (Chmn.). 1978. International Code of
Botanical Nomenclature. Reg. Veg. 97: 1-457.
Tretter, A. (CompL). 1976. African Violet Master
Variety List 1966-76 No. 3. African Violet Soc.
Amer., Knoxville, TN 167pp.

A New Use For Cat Litter — Drying African Violets

Betty P. Black
5318 Hartford Circle
N. Chas., SC 29406

There are many methods of drying flowers. The
most popular one seems to be silica jel.

Several years ago while in the mountains on vaca¬
tion I tried a method of drying some blooms and
would like to share it.

First take a cake tin with a lid — one like a fruit
cake comes in — and place 1" of CLAY cat litter in
the bottom of pan. Next take a selection of different
violet blooms cut with only V4 " stem and place face
up in the cat litter. Take more litter and very care¬
fully cover the blooms about another inch. Don't
pour the litter all at once because you will crush the
blooms. Make sure that you get the litter down
between the petals so that the drying process can take
place. Cover the cake tin and place aside for 4 to 5

days. Check after 3 days as some single blooms dry
rather fast. Take a spoon and carefully remove the
litter until you can see the bloom. If they need more
drying time replace the litter again and leave until the
fifth day.

After reading your article in January 1981 African
Violet Magazine on making paperweights and key
chains I tried the "cat litter" drying method on some
violets. It was amazing how well the dark, purplish
red ones held their color. One of the prettiest ones
was a blue with a white edge. These blooms can be
used in all types of crafts.

This is a very economical and an easy drying
material to obtain.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

19

The African Violet Blossom

Melvin J. Robey
4507 Fortuna Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84117

Parts of this article are excerpts from "African Violets: Queens Of The Indoor Gardening Kingdom"; written by Melvin J. Robey and published by
A. S. Barnes & Company, Inc., P. O. Box 3051, San Diego, CA 92038.

The crowning glory of any African violet is the
magnificent blossoms. Months of tender loving care
by African violet hobbyists are rewarded when the
blossoms begin to push up through the leaves.

They may be lovely double blossoms with beautiful
coral petals, displaying frilled edges or a deep purple
single blossom with a hint of white tracing the edges.

For weeks these blossoms will adorn the plants, pro¬
viding you with a source of pride as all your friends
proclaim you to be a "Master African Violet Grower"
as they admire your ability to produce such outstand¬
ing plants.

If one of your friends were to ask you what the
yellow "knobbies" in the center of the blossoms were,
would you know the answer? Or if they wanted to
know what the thread-like appendage sticking out
from the center of the blossom was, would you be able

Cumulative Index May Be
Obtained at Knoxville Office

The Cumulative Index will be discon¬
tinued as a supplement to the January
African Violet Magazine.

However, after January 1 each year, the
Cumulative Index for the preceding year
may be obtained from the Knoxville Office
free of charge. All you must do is send
your request for the Cumulative Index and
a LARGE SELF ADDRESSED STAMPED
ENVELOPE to AVSA Office, P.O. Box
1326, Knoxville, TN 37901.

The AVSA Board of Directors voted the
discontinuance to combat the rising cost of
the magazine.

Heretofore some 30,000 copies are pub¬
lished to be sent to the entire membership
annually. At the board meeting it was
learned that much of the membership have
no use for the Cumulative Index.

Now only a limited number of Cumula¬
tive Indexes will be published.

to answer, "It is part of the female portion of the
flower known as the style."

To maintain your image as a "Master Grower" of
African violets the answers to these types of questions
should be on the tip of your tongue! Let us examine an
African violet blossom and associated structures in
detail so that whenever you are asked a question
about the blossoms you will be able to answer quickly
and accurately.

The blossoms of an African violet plant develop
from the leaf axis (the point at which the leaf is
attached to the main stalk of the African violet plant).
In early stages of growth a blossom and a leaf bud are
difficult to distinguish; so if you are disbudding
flowers or removing suckers be sure to wait until you
are positive of the identification of the developing
structures. The flower stalk will be curled up, and as it
grows it unwinds and reaches through the rosette of
leaves towards the light.

The stalk bearing the blossoms is called a peduncle.
Anywhere from two to ten blossoms will be borne on
individual pedicels which arise from the peduncle.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

20

two petal

upper lip

lower lip

The unique blossom of the African violet has
created a worldwide interest in this majestic
plant. The “African Queen” displays a variety of
blossom colors that makes it difficult to own
only one plant.

The blossom formed by five to ten individual petals
is beautiful and unique. Outside the African violet
family no other plant species on earth has a blossom
exactly like it. The petals are divided into two separate
parts called lips. Using a single blossom as an example,
the upper lip consists of two petals. The upper lip's
petals are smaller; the three petals of the lower lip are
much larger and are more readily identified because
they stand out as individual petals. The upper lip's
petals appear almost as a single unit to anyone who is
not familiar with the blossoms of an African violet.
The petals all fuse together around the stamens and
pistil, forming a tubular collar which then extends
down to the base of the blossom where the petals are
attached to the pedicel. The flower petals (collectively
called the corolla) come in a variety of colors.

Each flower contains both male and female
reproductive organs. The bright-yellow appendages
seen in the center of each blossom are the male parts
called the stamens. Inside these structures is where the
pollen is produced. The female part of the flower,
known as the pistil, is located alongside the stamens.
The pistil extends above the stamens and looks like a
thread sticking up from the center of the blossom.

To become more familiar with the African violet
blossom remove one from your plant and dissect it. To

The male parts of the African violet blossoms are
known as the stamens and consist of two struc¬
tures, the filament and the anthers.

called the pistil, which is composed of three
parts: the stigma, a style and the ovary.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

21

do this, fold all five petals together so the tips of each
are touching and gently pull until they come free as a
single unit. This will leave the pistil exposed so you
can readily see the various parts. The green appen¬
dages which surround the pistil are the sepals (collec¬
tively known as the calyx). Next, use a sharp razor
blade and slice through the center of the yellow
stamens which remained attached to the petals. Tap
the stamens on your thumb, and you will see a small
cloud of dustlike pollen escaping.

If any of this pollen were to land on the pistil of
another African violet flower fertilization could occur,
and the new seeds would begin to grow in the ovary of
the pistil. The number of black and brown seeds per
pod (dried ovary) will vary from 400 to 600.

Study the illustrations to familiarize yourself with
the various floral parts of an African violet blossom.
Part of the fun of growing African violets is having an
understanding of the plant itself as well as knowing
the best cultural practices for insuring the plants
always maintain their status as "African Queens" in
your home.

SWEEPSTAKES AND BEST OF SHOW — Pic¬
tured above is Suzanne Roberts with her Best of
Show and Best Variegate ‘Lisa Louise’. Suzanne
was the sweepstakes winner with 34 blue ribbons
at the Alpha AVS Show in Dallas, TX.

San Francisco,

You Opened Your
Golden Gates
To Us AH . . . !

Mrs. Joan Halford
Joans American Violets
Union Farm, P.O. Pyramid 0120
Republic of South Africa

The West Coast has WOWED us: a truly great time,
filled with Californian friendliness, and the spirit of
co-operation; and, of course, a wealth of violets, of
every conceivable color, variety, size and beauty, a truly
unforgettable sight.

Down the Napa Valley we went, wine tasting and
lunching, touring the Giants of Muir Woods and
wondering at the wonders of the Botanical Gardens.
The highlight of our Tours was the Roaring Camp
Railroad trek through the Redwood forests, so utterly
silent, except for the chugging of the miniature train
loaded with plastic clad, goggle-eyed, violet
enthusiasts!! A gentle misty rain was falling, and the
white steam from the locomotive was rising gently up
and up, to be trapped in the dark branches above us.
The barbecue lunch provided on our return was very
delicious, and welcome. The aroma reminded us of
home. From pleasure to business the workshops were
excellently staged. Presentation and instruction left
nothing to be desired, Pauline Bartholomew excelling
herself as usual. The Garden Room lent itself admirably
for our Happy Hour get-together, the Rose Room was
just perfect for our dinner and banquet.

Our final week of bliss, took us to the Hawaiian
Islands, flitting from one to the next like butterflies,
enjoying the local flora of a wonderland of green lush
growth, and Plumeria, Lehua, Helicona and Hibiscus in
a multitude of colors. "Liquid" sunshine, as the locals
called rain, was just sufficient. We swam in the warm
waters of Maui, and could have stayed longer. One of
our most heartrending moments was our visit to Pearl
Harbor, passing the USS Arizona Memorial, something
that we will never forget.

Home again, and lots of farewells, but we had gotten
to know one another much better! Friendships were
cemented by our common bond — VIOLETS!

It thrills us every time we come over to meet our
friends once more, as you always make us feel so
welcome. San Francisco you did just that! We would
like to express, I am sure, the feelings of so many, the
gratitude that must go out to each one of you who
worked for this great Convention. A truly great San
Francisco memory!

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

22

J

Why Not Try Your Hand
at Cross Pollinating

Mrs. Margaret L. Corson
16 Springfield Avenue
Flourtown, PA 19031

(Editor's Note: This is the second article by Mrs. Corson, the first appearing in the March 1981 issue.)

The process of sowing African violet seed need not
be traumatic! All one has to keep in mind is that
those dust-like seeds are, in fact, undeveloped
"babies" which need the same special care as any
small thing: warmth, food, the proper environment
and a lot of TLC.

Before you actually sow the seed you must decide
upon the type of potting medium you will be using.
There are many pros and cons here in relation to
soilless or soil mixtures. However, I have found that
soilless mediums do not produce the vibrant green
leaves that soil does, even with constant feeding. The
basic mix could very well be any of the commercial
soils offered by greenhouses of good repute, light¬
ened with some added fine vermiculite. This works
very well. Another combination is a mixture con¬
sisting of 1 part commercial mix, 1 part peat moss,
and 1 part fine vermiculite. This also performs well
and is readily accepted by seedlings. Make very cer¬
tain that whatever soil is used, it is thoroughly
broken down into a fine, grainy texture, free of all
lumps and clods.

I like to use small aluminum pans or tins for flats
instead of pots. They are easy to punch drainage
holes in and are generally the proper depth for seeds
(about 2 inches is good). Fill the pan with your soil,
after making holes in the bottom, leaving about one
inch of space at the top. Water well with tepid water
and allow to completely drain. If possible, let the pan
stand for a few hours so the soil won't be sopping. (If
you are one who has lost seedlings to damping-off
disease, or are merely prevention-minded, use weak
chamomile tea for the initial watering.)

After your flats are ready, you can extract the seed
from the ripened pods. Get a piece of white paper
and fold it in half, making a sharp crease down the
middle. Open it up and place the pod on it. VERY
CAREFULLY, open up the pod and shake out the
seeds (don't breathe on it). Do one pod at a time.
Gently shake the seeds into the crease of the paper,
and then by tapping the paper, scatter them over the
surface of your prepared medium. (Don't plant more
than one pod per flat or the seedlings will be too
crowded.) Cover with plastic or put the entire pan
into a plastic bag and seal it. Remember to label the

pan with the names of the plants used to produce
your seed — this is important. Who knows? You
may want to register a few. Place the flat in a warm
(80° is ideal), bright location, out of direct sun; 4"-6"
under artificial light is good. They won't need any at¬
tention until that first hint of green is showing.

Germination can take anywhere from a few weeks
to a month or two. BE PATIENT; you've gotten this
far, so don't give up. When those pinpoints of green
do appear, prick the plastic covering a few times with
a pin to allow some fresh air to enter. When the
seedlings are V4 " tall, they should be removed from
the covering for an hour or so a day. As they get big¬
ger they'll need more oxygen exchange. By the time
they are Vi "-1" tall, remove the cover entirely, keep¬
ing them in a draft-free place. You will now have to
keep a sharp eye on the soil daily, as supplemental
waterings will be needed. Don't EVER allow the soil
to dry out or irreversible damage will occur to the
tender roots.

When watering is needed there are two good ways
to do it without washing the seedlings away in the
process. The first is to bottom water. Fill a pan with
warm water (they are babies, remember) and a VERY
dilute solution of fertilizer — fish emulsion works
well. Make certain the water comes up only half way
on the flat, and let the flat sit until the top is moist.
The second method is faster but requires more cau¬
tion. With the same warm water-fertilizer solution,
use an eye-dropper or spoon, and lightly water the
seedlings. Make sure you soak all the soil, down to
the bottom, and then let drain. Put the flat back into
its cozy, warm location.

When the seedlings are about 1" tall they should be
transplanted. (I know they're tiny but don't be in¬
timidated by that.) Using a pickle fork or a
toothpick, gently scoop out each plant, placing it
into another flat, along with no more than 4-6
others, depending on the size of the pan. They need
elbow room. It's a good idea to cover the new flats
for a day to lessen the shock of transplanting.

The biggest decision you will face will be whether
or not to keep all the babies. During transplanting
you may find some seedlings so hopelessly entangled
that they are impossible to separate without dire con-

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23

sequences. My advice is to forget about them, if you
can. If space is a real problem, grit your teeth, pick
out the best ones, and get rid of the rest somehow.
Not easy, no, but where are you going to put 75
seedlings??!

As the plants mature to 3” across, they can be easi¬
ly put into their own pots. From that point on they
will grow rapidly, and soon you will see the begin¬
nings of those long-awaited buds! You have a right to
be deliriously happy on that day, because, you see,
you HAVE DONE IT!

— ♦ - —

Surplus Violets
Go To Shut-ins

Paul W. Combs
5907 Del Ray
Dallas, TX 76229

Last spring, we were organizing a garage and plant
sale for our church and one of our small commercial
growers told us they were making some changes to
their set up and would like to give us some small suc¬
culents, cactus, etc., for our sale. The wisdom of
accepting that offer is still in doubt. As you may sus¬
pect, we had many left after the sale. Fortunately, we
have a large patio area, so we cleaned the plants up,
repotted, etc. They thrived and then came the ques¬
tion of what to do with them. This is what we did:

In every metropolitan area there is a Visiting Nurses
Association, under whose sponsorship "Meals on
Wheels" functions. This organization delivers hot
meals daily to the infirm, blind, amputees, bedridden
— those unable to prepare meals for themselves and
live alone. This is not only in low income areas but
wherever the service is needed. The drivers in our area
are church volunteers who pick up the meals from
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and make deliveries for one
week of each month. Those we deliver to, total 12
people over about a 20-mile area.

Last week Dorothy and I drove the route one day
and gave each person a potted plant in a pot. The
'thank youV were few, but the expressions on their
faces made us feel warm inside.

We will probably expand our coverage on a local
level soon.

It seems to us that many who grow plants may
sometimes have a surplus that could be used in such a
manner. With a little thought and organization on a
local level, many clubs could contribute some plants
to brighten someone's day. Opportunities are many —
schools for the handicapped, nursing homes, AARP
and their many affiliates.

Portraits

Jackie Patterson

When "Plants 'n' Things" were exhibited at "Gro
'Ex" in Ontario, Canada it was their sixth since they
started in a Scarborough, Ontario apartment. Jackie
Patterson, a past vice-president and director of
Belleville Horticultural Society, started with her
hobby collection of some 500 African violets. Mov¬
ing via New Market to their present two acres in
Keswick, Ontario on the shores of Lake Simcoe,
Jackie, with help from her husband. Bob, a past
District Director of the Ontario Horticultural
Association, has expanded their collection so that it
now includes over 4,000 African violets and other
Gesneriadacea. These latter include the ever-popular
Flame Violets (Episcias), as well as Columneas and
other related plants.

Since Jackie is very active in many Canadian and
International African Violet and Gesneriad organ¬
izations, she knows the value of communication, so
"Plants 'n' Things" prints an annual list of plants and
supplies available together with other useful informa¬
tion, not the least of which is the growing tips. The
list can be obtained by writing them at RR #2,
Keswick L4P 3E9.

In response to many requests. Bob Patterson has
helped design and market a new light fixture based
on personal experience with all the problems collec¬
tors can experience. Called "Pro Grow", it is
available in both three and two tier versions.

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Message From
Adeline Krogman

Adeline Krogman, immediate past president of
AVSA, on May 16, sent a message to President Harvey
Stone at the AVSA Convention /Show in San Francisco
— but it was not delivered and was returned to Adeline
by the hotel two weeks after the convention.

Here is the message to AVSA members:

"I truly regret that I had to resign as your presi¬
dent and am very sorry that I was unable to attend the
1981 Convention.

"To the many new members details of my resignation
are in September and November 1980 issues on pages 3
and 4,

"To the many persons who have expressed their well-
wishes and prayers, please accept my grateful thanks.
Sincerely, Adeline Krogman."

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

24

Nortex’s Spxing Haven Hybridized by Bill Johnson
Nortex’s Holiday Haven (Photos by Larry Hurley)

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25

1981 Best Varieties

Mrs. Leon Fiedler
R.R. 1

Prescott, WI 54021

This list was compOed from 2,295 lists. Thank you to each member who sent a list.

Number Number Number

of Votes Variety, Registration No., Hybridizer of Votes Variety, Registration No., Hybridizer of Votes Variety, R^istration No., Hybridizer

596 Mark, 3007, (Maas)

474 B. Marta, 2899, (Geo. J. Ball, Inc.)
440 Dyn-o-mite, 3440, (L. Lyon)

426 Tommie Lou, 1744, (Oden)

425 Amazing Grace, 2688, (Soultz)

388 Tina, 2680, ( Maas)

361 Nancy Reagan, 2167, (Rienhardt)

338 B. Lisa, 2898, (Geo. J. Ball, Inc.)

336 Little Jim, 3006, (Maas)

316 Gr. Garnet Elf, 2339, ( Granger

Gardens)

306 Helene, 2885, (L. Lyon)

306 Wonderland, 3419, (Granger

Gardens)

302 Pixie Blue, 2598, (L. Lyon)

280 Miriam Steel, 2276, (Granger

Gardens)

251 Gr. Serenity, 2578, (Granger Gardens)
243 Firebird, 2018, (Granger Gardens)

239 Dbl. Black Cherry, 1178, (Andeison)
236 Gr. Cameo Queen, 2863, (Granger
Gardens)

236 China Pink, 3429, (Fredette)

236 Sammye Ballard, 3563, (Granger

Gardens)

235 Colorado, 3152, (Holtkamp)

224 Becky, 2669, (Maas)

221 Corpus Christ!, 3075, (Utz)

221 Winter Grape, 2789, ( Fredette)

220 Abigail Adams, 3226, ( Fredette)

214 Tiger, 3433, ( Fredette)

204 Jason, 3004, (Maas)

202 Happy Harold, 2165, (Rienhardt)

201 LuOaby, 1783, (Granger Gardens)

200 The King, 2698, (Maas)

198 French Lilac, 2844, (Swift)

197 Delft Imperial, 1326, ( Granger

Gardens)

196 Alouette, 2787, (Fredette)

189 Dora Baker, 2048, (Lorenzen)

181 Ms. Pretty, (Carol Green Anderson)

180 Helen (Mare), (Holtkamp)

177 Mary D., 2675, (Maas)

176 Top Dollar, 2168, (Rienhardt)

169 Crimson Frost, 2706, (Granger

Gardens)

148 Starehine, 2349, (Granger Gardens)

147 Pink n' Ink, 3173, (L. Lyon)

146 Like Wow, 2329, (L. Lyon)

141 DaredevO, (Burton)

141 Midget Bon Bon, 2282, (Champion)

141 Nevada, (Holtkamp)

139 Coral Radiance, 3672, (L. Lyon)

139 Sparkle Plenty, 2786, (Annalee)

136 Lilian Jarrett, 1060, (Tinari)

132 Silver Lining, 3629, (Fredette)

130 Autumn Honey

129 Dear Ellie, 3439, (L. Lyon)

126 Cat's Meow, 3238, (Swift)

126 Gr. Eternal Snow, 2573, (Granger
Gardens)

126 Something Special, 3668, (Ronn
Nadeau)

125 Sunlite Sugar Plum, (Lanigan)

125 Red Wow, (L Lyon)

123 Frankie, 2671, (Maas)

123 Gr. Heart's Desire, 3407, (Granger
Gardens)

122 Gr. Jim Dandy, 2865, ( Granger
Gardens)

113 Beginner's Luck, 2803, ( Pritchett)

113 Gr. Sylvan Blue, 2875, (Granger
Gardens)

113 Vem's Delight, 2271, (Lorenzen)

111 Millie Blair, 3020, (Granger Gardens)

109 Gr. Startler, 3416, (Granger Gardens)
109 Triple Threat, 1989, (L. Lyon)

109 Mrs. Greg, 2361, (Lorenzen)

108 Verna Lynn, ( Fredette)

107 Sam, (L. Lyon)

107 Sugar Blu^, 3090, ( Fredette)

106 Snowy Trail, (L. Lyon)

105 Joyful, 3168, ( L. Lyon)

104 Kristi Marie, 3914, (L. Lyon)

103 Black Ace, 3541, (Ronn Nadeau)

103 Irish Angel, (Annalee)

103 Sanibel, 3377, (Sandra Leary)

102 Wonderlust, 3786, (Granger Gardens)
101 Pixie Pink, 2599, (L. Lyon)

99 June Swift, 3509, (House of Violets)
98 Elfrieda, (Holtkamp)

97 Gr. Fashionaire, 2223, (Granger

Gardens)

95 Gr. Peach Frost, 2216, (Granger

Gardens)

95 Gr. Starburst, 2874, (Granger

Gardens)

94 Celine, 3188, (Maas)

94 Chanticleer, 1386, ( Granger Gardens)
94 Roxanne, (Holtkamp)

94 The Pareon's Wife, 2317, ( Rev. Blades)
93 Pink Lemonade, 3519, ( House of
Violets)

93 Wisteria, 20%, (Tinari)

91 Dancing DoO, 2204, (L. Lyon)

90 Star Ware, 3915, (L. Lyon)

89 Pocono Mt., (De Sandis)

89 Splish Splash, 3919, (L. Lyon)

87 Lavender Temp^t, 2709, ( Granger
Gardens)

85 Hawaii, (Holtkamp)

84 Betcha, 3144, (Swift)

83 Emperor, 1507, (Taylor)

82 Edna Fischer, 201, (Fischer)

81 Chris, (Maas)

81 Gr. Pink Swan, 2577, (Granger

Gardens)

81 Plain ri Fancy, 2756, (Champion)

80 Barbara, (Holtkamp)

80 Sundown, 3598, (Utz)

78 Wild Country, 2729, ( L. Lyon)

76 Anna, 2890, (Geo. J. Ball, Inc.)

74 ‘ Faith, 2707, (Granger Gardens)

74 Gi Gi, (Holtkamp)

74 Hidden Treasure, 3748, (L. Lyon)

73 Icicle Trinket, 2522, (Champion)

72 Maryland, 3156, (Holtkamp)

71 Flamingo, 2670, (Maas)

71 Persian Velvet, (Lanigan)

70 ITiane, (Holtkamp)

70 Gr. White Cockatoo, 3417, (Granger
Gardens)

70 Trail Along, (L. Lyon)

69 Heather Blue, 2751, ( Champion)

69 Like Wow Sport, (L. Lyon)

69 Spring Deb, 2348, (Granger Gardens)
68 Gail, 2695, (Maas)

68 B. Karla, 2897, (Geo. J. Ball, Inc.)

68 Little Rascal, (L. Lyon)

68 Snow Orchid, 3432, ( Fredette)

66 California, 3151, (Holtkamp)

65 Richter's Charm Song, 1137, ( Richter)

65 Swamp Fever, 4046, (J&B Sisk)

65 White Madonna, 670, (Granger

Gardens)

64 Brigadoon, 2014, ( Granger Gardens)
64 Little Delight, 3169, (L. Lyon)

64 Maine, (Holtkamp)

64 Poodle Top, 2053, (Tinari)

64 WOd Flame, 2624, (Tinari)

63 Gr. Peppermint, 2227, (Granger

Gardens)

63 Gr. WUdfire, 2876, (Granger Gardens)

63 Sweet Mary, 2489, (Lorenzen)

63 Virginia, 3160, (Holtkamp)

62 Edith Peterson, 2561, ( V.

Constantinov)

62 Genessee Silhouette, 3900, ( Mrs. A. S.
Hummer)

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

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Number
of Votes

Variety, Registration No., Hybridizer

Number

of Votes

Variety, Registration No., Hybridizer

Number

of Votes

Variety, Registration No., Hybridizer

62

May Dance, (Fredette)

55

Cherry Frosting, (Fredette)

52

Gr. Musetta, 2575, (Granger Gardens)

62

Strawberry Shortcake, 1509, (Taylor)

55

Gr. Monaco, 2867, (Granger

52

Jimmy Carter, 3316, (Ronn Nadeau)

61

Kuddly, 3441, (L. Lyon)

Gardens)

52

Sailor's Dream, 3108, (Kolb)

59

Pineapple Sherbet, (Fredette)

55

Spring Fling, 3553, (Ronn Nadeau)

51

Disco Dazzler, 3909, (L. Lyon)

59

Shady Lady, (L. Lyon)

54

Charleen, (Utz)

51

Orion, 2069, (R. Anderson)

59

Sweet Honesty, 2887, (L. Lyon)

54

Night Magic, 2754, (Champion)

51

Shocking, (Fredette)

57

Blue Viceroy, 3774, ( Granger

54

Polly Doodle, (Fredette)

50

Alabama, (Holtkamp)

Gardens)

54

Ruffled Red, 2679, (Maas)

50

Amigo, 3772, ( Granger Gardens)

57

Claudia, (Holtkamp)

53

Regina, 2716, (Granger Gardens)

50

Erica, 2892, (Geo. J. Ball, Inc.)

57

Coral Capers, 2727, (L. Lyon)

53

Richter's Step Up, 2458, (Richter)

50

New Jersey, 3157, (Holtkamp)

56

Delaware, 3153, (Holtkamp)

53

Tennessee Springtime, 3768, ( Mrs.

50

Pink Viceroy, 2714, (Granger

56

Dolly, 3257, (Geo. J. Ball, Inc.)

T. C. Fritz)

Gardens)

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Mishaps, Protests, or Superstars!

Charles V. Applegate
R. 2, Box 163
Perrysville, OH 44864

If I order a new violet that is a fantasy or another
pattern that is likely not to come true, I order a rooted
clump and grow all plants to blooming to select which
I will keep. If a friend is growing one I want to grow
with exactly the same pattern I get them to root me a
sucker. Suckers seem to come 100% true. This is true
of the striped star patterns (pinwheels). I have grown
some of these since the early '60s and shared them with
many by means of suckers. A leaf is useless. Granger
Gardens are to be congratulated for offering two of
these to the public recently, grown by sucker propaga¬
tion — 'Valencia' and 'Desert Dawn'. These two are
superstars judging from the reaction of the public
when they are shown.

I have been a Life member of AVSA for nearly 30
years and I've seen a flood of varieties come and go.
So many have been so similar they are just another
blue, pink, or white, but modem breeding is produc¬
ing patterns and colors that are very distinctive. This
gives new excitement to growing violets year after
year. I have believed for a long time the requirements
for registering a new violet are very out of date. If it
must come tme from a leaf, this restricts the hybridizer
to solid colors and a few patterns which promotes
dullness and sameness. I believe any violet which can
be propagated true should be able to be registered
regardless of the means of propagation. Sucker pro¬
pagation is sure so any of these stunning new ones can
be enjoyed by everyone. These superstars can be in
anyone's collection. Why trade brilliance for dullness?

My collection is always changing but always con¬
tains a lot of sports, mutations, or the better varia¬
tions of variable varieties which I wouldn't trade for
many registered varieties. A few of my private

superstars include a double pink with distinct blue
veins in the center of each petal and a double white
with each petal rimmed in pink and purple fantasy.

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Fantasies — I Love Them

Mrs. B. P. Peeler, Jr.

Hidden Lake, Route 2
iMwndale, NC 28090

In all my years of growing violets, nothing thrills me
more than to see a beautiful fantasy bloom unfold as a
phenomenon of nature.

We should be thankful to the numerous hybridizers
who work so diligently to produce them.

I know when I buy them, they may not propagate
100% tme. I take the chance. Irene Fredette's 'Silver
Lining' is one of these. At the Southern Living Show
in Charlotte, NC, I had fifteen large ones in 6" pots
some blooms pink, some white and pink and
some white with a green edge. This did not stop the
sale of them because all were beautiful and sold for
$15.00 each.

When I propagate leaves I mark each tray with the
color of bloom. I find 50% of them are tme — the other

50% are beautiful, too.

I am glad we are given a chance to grow the extraor¬
dinary! Do you want to continue with all blue, pink or
white violets? I certainly do not and thank my "lucky
stars" we have such remarkable people who take the
time and effort to produce such lovely things.

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African Violet Magazine, November 1981

28

New Plants
Hybridized by

Dorothy Harris

Penny Candy

Amy Harris

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29

Seasonable Suggestions

Anne Jinari

2325 Valley Road — Box 190
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

Oh, Storm King, stay your hand.

Reluctantly still cling the leaves of gold and red.
And birds hide frightened, with ruffled feathers land.
Precariously on skim of snow, they lightly tread.

Where did I go wrong? This helpless cry is so familiar
to my ears, whether it be during the humid hot summer
or the cold frigid winter weather, plant problems can be
of great concern. Many problems can be avoided by
choosing the right growing location, the right pesticides
and fungicides, learning to identify and eradicate pests
and following the time honored rules of good growing.

Proper temperature is yet another matter that can be
obviously confusing. With the approach of the cold
freezing weather ahead it's time once again to renew
your growing conditions.

Have you examined every possible aspect that can
help you maintain suitable growing temperatures over
the difficult winter months?

Drafts spell death to tender young plants and should
be avoided. The Saintpaulia is a semi-tropical plant and
prefers temperatures of 65° to 70° . The ability to pro¬
vide suitable growing temperatures with fuel saving
benefits is a real challenge to individual or commercial
grower alike. The cost of heating greenhouse areas for
possibly 9 months out of the year here in the north is
escalating with each passing year. Thus we must employ
every possible help for diligent efficient energy use.
There are various opinions voiced by commercial
growers. Some prefer using heavy plastic covering on
the glass to keep off heavy accumulating snow and
minimize cold and freezing temperatures. Others are of
the opinion there is too great a loss of beneficial light
and sun, two important factors to consider in growing a
flowering crop like our African violet. The odds are too
great in sacrificing them for fuel consumption. Each
must decide their best course to follow.

In the home keep a healthy bouyant atmosphere
around your growing plants for greater efficiency. A
pebble filled tray or very coarse vermiculite acts as a
splendid humidifier when placed under plants to absorb
the excess water. Or you may wish to use a tray or
growing bench and not permit plants to be among
material that can provide algae and excess moisture,
undesirable in cold weather.

Hardware cloth can be used. It is a very light
galvanized wire, which comes in about squares. Cut

it several inches larger than tray or bench so the comers
can be notched and edges curved inward, thus making a
shelf for the plants with a space remaining between
plants and tray where warm water can be placed. This
results in evaporation of the water under the plants pro¬
ducing higher humidity without having plants get over¬
watered or sitting in a cold damp atmosphere.

A dry home winter atmosphere and the bustle and
neglect of plants during the holiday season can leave
plants dusty and lifeless. You might consider a warm or
tepid spray of water while plants are out of sun and
strong light. Spraying with a water temperature that
does not vary more than 10° from your room
temperature can do wonders to revive their beauty.

If growing under natural light let them dry
thoroughly before placing in sun or strong light which
can mar the foliage. Plants growing under artificial light
will not be harmed unless outside light interferes to
damage sensitive foliage.

Every effort made to grow better plants will reward
you with more blossom profusion and foliage of good
symmetry and robust magnificent growth to pursue this
fascinating hobby.

SHOW ENTRY TAGS

Do you need entry tags for your African
violet shows?

Then purchase them from The African Violet
Society, Inc., P.O. Box 1329, Knoxville,
TN. 37901

The show entry tags are selling at $2.50 per
hundred — so send check to AVSA for the
number you'll need, and you'll find yourself rid
of a lot of bother and worry.

This is just another service being provided
members by AVSA.

If you failed to get your MAGAZINE, notify the Knoxville office.
NOT the Editor, who does not keep magazine copies on hand.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

30

Boyce Edens Research Fund

Mrs. J. D. (Dorothy) Spence
6808 Duquesne Drive
AusHn, TX 78723

Contributions received from June 1, 1981 thru July 31, 1981.

AVS of Western New York,

in memory of Robert S. Snekser . 10.00

Lynnhaven AVSC, Virginia Beach, VA . 10.00

Waukesha Violeteers, WI . 25.00

Paul R. Younger, New York City, NY

in memory of Mrs. Gertrude Ferres . 25.00

Quad City AVS, Davenport, LA
in lieu of judge's travel expenses to

Joyce Faubel, Pat Barbour and Nancy Duckett . 40.00

AVS of Greater New York, Inc., NY . 15.00

Heart of Texas AVS, Waco, TX

in memory of Rosa Hammond . 5.00

Mrs. Joseph Adams, Shelton, CT,
in lieu of speaker's fee given her by

Stratford Garden Club, Inc., Stratford, CT . 15.00

AVS of Northern Illinois, Inc., Evanston, IL

in honor of AdeUe Johnson, immediate past president . 25.00

Mrs. David A. Smith, Manchester, MO

in memory of Mrs. Charles McGrievy . 5.00

Baltimore AVC, Baltimore, MD

in lieu of travel expenses for Laura Shannon . 15.00

Heart of Missouri AVS, Columbia, MO . 50.00

AVS of East Texas, Tyler, TX . 5.00

Le Chateau AVC, St. Louis, MO . 5.00

Brazos Valley AVC, College Station, TX . 10.00

Amethyst AVC, Kansas City, MO

in memory of Mrs. Charles McGrievy . 5.00

Mid-American AVS, Kansas City, MO

in memory of Wallace Wroble . 15.00

Saintpaulia Society, St. Louis, MO

in memory of Mrs. Charles McGrievy . 25.00

Metropolitan St. Louis AVS, MO

in memory of Mrs. Hazel McGrievy . 5.00

Metropolitan St. Louis AVS, MO

in memory of Mrs. Mary Irwin . 5.00

Techachapi AVS, Tehachapi, CA

in memory of Tom Clark . 10.00

Desert AVS, Lancaster, CA

in memory of Velma Omsted . 5.00

"Sweet Vi-O-Lets" AVC, Spring, TX

in lieu of speaker's fee to Horence Walker . 20.00

Green Thumb AVS, San Antonio, TX . 5.00

AVS of Lower Bucks County, PA; Doylestown, PA
in lieu of judge's fee to

Mrs. Carol Callaghan, Mrs. Wallace P. Bednke,
Mrs. Robert E. Pyle, Jr., Mrs. Carol Moody,

Mrs. Flora Semen & Mrs. Andrea Pirone . 30.00

Mrs. Pauline Bartholomew, Port Hueneme, CA

in memory of Clarence Wilson . 10.00

Brazos Valley AVC, Bryan, TX

in memory of Mrs. W. N. (Georgia) Williamson . . 10.00

Paumanok AVS, Northport, NY . 10.00

Nasa Area AVS, League City, TX . 10.00

AV Council of Southern CA

in memory of Clarence Wilson . . . 10.00

AV Council of Southern CA

in memory of Tom Clark . 10.00

Montgomery AVSA, Montgomery, AL . . . . . 10.00

The Pied Pipers of AVSA, St. Louis, MO . 10.00

Former Black Creek Saintpaulia Society, Rochester, NY . 40.00

Union County Chapter AVSA, Westfield, NJ . 10.00

Green County AV Study Club, Tulsa, OK

in memory of Mrs. Freda Richard . 10.00

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AVSA Booster
Fund

Mrs, Arthur F. Boland (Mary A.)

6415 Wilcox Court
Alexandria, VA 22310

Lest we forget those we admire and love, give in their name to the
Booster Fund.

Crosstown AVC, Madison Wl . $10.00

Corpus Christi AVS, TX . 20.00

AVS Springfield, Delaware County, PA . 15.00

Friendship AVS, Bonham, TX . 10.00

AVS of Northern Illinois Inc . 25.00

Paumanok AVS, New York . 10.00

Pied Pipers AVS of St. Louis, MO . 10.00

NASA Area AVS, League City, TX . 10.00

A GALAXY -. VIOLETS

SHOW STAGING — Here’s the staging of the
North Star AVS’ show, “A Galaxy of Violets”
held in Greenlawn, Long Isiand, NY. Staging
done by Heien and Frank Strnad of Northport.

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(Photo by Sidney Poss)

Suburban AV Friends’ Awards Tkble “Violets Under Hie Harvest Moon”

Exhibit at U.S. Botanical Gardens, Washington, DC by Old Dominion AVS members; Val
Watson, Helen Homyei; Judy Stroske & Donna Tkylor

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

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Janet L. Nichols 248 White Tree Lane
Ballwin, MO 63011

With the increasing number of hybridizers and the
increased interest in registering new varieties, it is
perhaps time for an up-date on how these things are
done. This should serve as a refresher for long-time
hybridizers and a guideline for the newer ones.
Hopefully, it will provide a uniform understanding of
what the registrar does, and what is required of you.
This should also benefit the growers by helping them to
understand why things are done as they are.

When a plant is registered, it is usually one that has
been grown from seed, although sports and mutations
may also be registered. The person who produces the
seed is the HYBRIDIZER. The person, who grows the
plant and then registers it (with the permission of the
hybridizer), is the APPLICANT. Both hybridizers and
growers may register plants. The hybridizer's name will
only appear in the Master Variety List. The applicant's
name will only appear in the registration list.

When a seedling looks promising, and a name has
been chosen for it, the name may be reserved until the
plant is ready to be registered. To reserve a name all
that is needed, is to send the name of the plant along
with $1.00 for each name to be reserved. (The $1.00 will
be applied to the registration fee when the plant is
registered.) This reservation is good for two years and
may be renewed for another two years if the plant is not
ready to be released at the end of the reservation period.
A plant must be taken through at least three generations
and must have come true through all generations before
it can be registered. It is an honor and a privilege to be
able to name and register a plant. Along with this honor
comes some responsibility.

AVSA is the authorized registrant for African violets,
and is governed by the INTERNATIONAL CODE OF
NOMENCLATURE FOR CULTIVATED PLANTS.
There are certain rules to be followed when naming a
plant. AVSA must abide by these rules. Some of the
rules most often questioned are: Abbreviations or single
letters can not be accepted as a name: ie; Ms, St., Mt.,
L, G, J, etc. Variety names must contain only one or
two words and in no case more than three. Names
should be short if at all possible. Those containing
excessively long words or phrases can not be accepted.
Applications will be returned for correction before they
will be registered if these rules are not followed.

When filling out the registration card, completely fill
out both sides, make sure the card is printed or
typewritten. In the June, 1981 issue of the African Violet
Magazine, is an example of leaf and flower types. When
describing the plant to be registered, use this as a guide.
Keep the description as brief as possible. In the past,
two cards per plant were sent. This is no longer the
policy of AVSA. The cost of printing & mailing makes
it necessary to send only one card per plant.

Plants are not considered registered or eligible for
AVSA awards until the names are published in the AV
Magazine. Any name received after November 28 will
not be eligible for the annual AVSA convention award.

As in every walk of life, mistakes will be made. Some
of these your registrar will make; others will be made by
the people who handle the magazine, and the applicant
will also make errors. Be sure the plant grows true to
description before a registration card is filled out. When
an error is made (no matter whose) the person who
registered the plant should write the registrar. It will be
corrected in the following publication of the AV
Magazine under corrections. It is important for this to
be in writing from the person who registered the plant.
Every effort will be made to clear the mistake up so that
it will appear in the next publication correctly. Some
times, such matters take a couple of tries. When a cor¬
rection appears in the magazine, growers should correct
their copy of the MVL or the supplement the registra¬
tion appeared in. This is the only way classification
committees can correctly operate at show time. It saves
both you and them a LOT of time and trouble.

Not all plants are registered. For one reason or
another a hybridizer does not wish to register a par¬
ticular variety but does want to put it on the market. In
this case, the name of the plant and a description is sent
to the registrar to be added to the yearly supplement.
Names to be listed only can not be reserved. If someone
wants to register a plant with the same name as one that
is already listed, they will be permitted to do so.
Registered varieties will appear in the MVL ahead of
ones only listed. Once a year in September a supple¬
ment to the MVL is published. This list contains all
registered and all listed plants for the past year, and
should be added to the MVL #3 to be used as a reference
until a new MVL is published.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

33

Growers should include the FULL name of a plant on
their labels. There are a number of series plants which
necessitates the use of a prefix before the plant's
name. Always include this. The use of the complete
name will save time and trouble at shows. If you have a
complaint about the way such plants are named, please
write the hybridizer or the person who named it, not
the registrar. Series names can not be refused. Hybridiz¬
ing, registering, and growing all go hand in hand. If
everyone does their part and does it correctly, there will
be few problems.

All publications have deadlines. Registration cards,
reservations, and corrections must be received BEFORE
these dates in order to be in the following magazine;
September 28 to be published in the January AVSA Magazine
November 28 to be published in the March AVSA Magazine
February 28 to be published in the June AVSA Magazine
May 28 to be published in the September AVSA Magazine
July 28 to be published in the November AVSA Magazine
Make sure registrations, reservations and corrections
are sent well in advance of the deadline. Late arrivals
will be held until the next publication.

Due to the high cost of postage, PLEASE send a self
addressed, stamped envelope when expecting a reply.
This helps defray the costs to AVSA and will assure you
a rapid reply. This courtesy is not necessary when
requesting Registration Cards.

REGISTRATIONS

The following registrations have been received during the period from
June 1st through July 31, 1981.

LUV NEW YORK (4434) P-WE3d~S 5/30/81

Tinari Greenhouses, 2325 Valley Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

PYGMY CHIEF (4435) PO-WE25sd-M 6/6/81
FAIRY TALES (4436) WC-29d-M 6/6/81
Pat's Flowerland, Stroud, Ont., Canada

MRS. KAY (4437) OX-3d-L 5/27/81

Susan's Violets, 2447 Gus Thomasson, Dallas, TX 75228

PRAIRIE PETUNIA (4438) WC-279d-S 6/25/81
ANGELA LOVE (4439) W-BE57df-S 6/25/81

Hightower's Violet Nook, 2710 S. 96 E. PI., Tulsa, OK 74129

CHRIS KEMMERLING (4440) LP-39b-L 6/24/81
Karter G. Wilkening, 2705 S. 45th St., Milwaukee, WI

MDY DIANA (4441) 0-DE23asd-L 6/17/81

PINK CARNATION (4442) P-PE23df-S 6/17/81

Ernest Rsher, 32 Downsview Ave., Downsview, Ontario M3M

1C9 Canada

KOSEK'S BABY (4443) R-5sdf-S 6/20/81

Don Kosek, 2402 Green Knoll, Houston, TX 77067

LITTLE WINK (4444) W-LP257af-M 6/27/81
LITTLE PRINCE (4445) V-27ac-SM 6/27/81
LITTLE PRINCESS (4446) P-27ac-SM 6/27/81
TEXAS ROSE (4447) P-57df-M 6/27/81
TIPT TOO (4448) OX-279stdc-M 6/27/81
SHOW AND TELL (4449) W-VE7a-S 6/27/81

ALL A FANTASY (4450) OX-27stdc-M 6/27/81
MY LOU (4451) VWC-237sdf-M 6/27/81
SOGHME (4452) P-27a-M 6/27/81
HOT TIPS (4453) P-379stdc-M 6/27/81
DELICADO (4454) P-279a—M 6/27/81
LITTLE ALICE (4455) W-PE7sd-M 6/27/81
Candy Russell, 278 Maple Valley, Houston, TX 77056

CHIANTI (4456) R-378d-L 7/16/81

ASHLEY'S PROMISE (4457) P-29df-L 7/16/81

RED ALLERT (4458) R-378d-L 7/16/81

CHEROKEE SUNRISE (4459) PC-379d-L 7/16/81

COCOAMO JACK (4460) RP-WE38d^L 7/16/81

AMY TRENNA (4461) PC-9dc-L 7/16/81

AUTUMN HONEY (4462) PC-78df-L 7/16/81

DANCIN FOOL (4463) P^8d-L 7/16/81

LINDA'S CHOICE (4464) DP-39dc-L 7/16/81

SUNDANCER (4465) R-38df-L 7/16/81

SANDIA ROSE (4466) MP-37d-L 7/16/81

SEPTEMBER AFFAIR (4467) WC-2df-L 7/16/81

SHADOW PLAY (4468) OC-29dc-L 7/16/81

SEEKER'S HARMONY (4469) P-3dc-L 6/16/81

SMOQUE BEAU (4470) V-38d-L 7/16/81

SSVN — Sidney Groeneman, 5321 E. 26 PI., Tulsa, OK 74114

BLUSH ICE (4471) LP-29sdc-L 7/15/81
Swifts', P.O. Box 28012, Dallas, TX 75^

RUBY EICHELBERGER (4472) WC-GE-358df-S 7/12/81
PHACHE ROBINSON (4473) W-23ac-S 7/12/81
PATSY MABRY (4474) WC-23df-S 7/12/81
CONNIE BILLINGS (4475) LPX-3c-S 7/12/81

Mrs. Charles J. Donald, Jr., 3308 East Briarcliff Road, Birmingham,
AL 35223

lACKPOT (4476) V-WE3d-S 7/16/81

Tinari Greenhouses, 2325 Valley Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

NORTEX'S SWEETHEART HAVEN (4477) W-PE3sf-S 7/3/81
NORTEX'S SPRING HAVEN (4478) W-BE39acf-S 7/3/81
NORTEX'S HOLIDAY HAVEN (4479) W-RE3df-S 7/3/81

Nortex Wholesale Greenhouses, 1300 West F.M. 544, Wylie, TX 75098

MILDRED LUSK (4481) R-WE2d-S 7/21/81

COUNTRY SCENE (4482) P-59d-S 7/21/81

SAMOSET (4483) R-2c-L 7/21/81

ISLAND BEAUTY (4484) P-2c-L 7/21/81

Catherine M. Hawley, 3498 Sdotangy Dr., Columbus, OH 43221

WRANGLER'S RED BANDANA (4485) VR-578df-L 6/29/81
WRANGLER'S SOUTHFORK (4486) DR-X358d-L 6/29/81
WRANGLER'S PURPLE MOON (4487) V-357d-L 6/29/81
WRANGLER'S CANDYLAND (4488) P-357df-L 6/29/81
WRANGLER'S MARGARET VALLIN (4489) 0-358d-L 6/29/81
WRANGLER'S DIXIE CELEBRATION (4490) P-357d-L 6/29/81
' WRANGLER'S SILVER SPURS (4491) V-357df-L 6/29/81

WRANGLER'S WHISKEY JUNCTION (4492) PX-237d-L 6/29/81
WRANGLER'S FOXY LADY (4493) P=RE357df-L 6/29/81
WRANGLER'S MOLLIE RITCHIE (4494) 0-X357af-L 6/29/81
WRANGLER'S MOONSHINE (4495) PX-357df-L 6/29/81
Winston Smih, Rt. 1, Box 84 A, Liberty, TX 77575

ALTAMONTE SKIES (4496) BC-GWE3sdc-L 6/22/81

Wayne Clifton, 507 Sabal Palm Circle, Altamonte Springs, R 32701

BECKY'S BELLS (4497) DV-29b-M 7/18/81
BECKY'S GYPSY BELLS (4498) RX-29b^M 7/18/81

Mildred Sutton, 4515 16th Ave., Rock Island, IL 61201

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

34

DiB'S SUGAREE (4499) PX-35acfS 7/27/81
DiB'S TOUCH'E (4500) WC-39dcf-S 7/27/81
DiB'S SMALL-TOOT (4501) RX-39d-SM 7/27/81
DiB'S SNUGGLES (4502) OC-23d-SM 7/27/81
DiB'S SNO-BIRD (4503) WC-378sdf-S 7/27/81
DiB'S MARBLEHEAD (4504) PX-78d-S 7/27/81
DiB'S SUPER SUE (4505) PX-357d-S 7/27/81
DiB'S M/Z UNIVERSE (4506) WC-39d-S 7/27/81
DiB'S AZURE MIST (4507) WC-39af-S 7/27/81
D. 1. Beannan, 918 Maple St., Albion, MI 49224

RESERVATIONS

The following reservations have been received during the same period
as above.

LITTLE SALLY " BECKY'S JINGLE BELLS

Mildred R. Sutton, 4515 Sixteenth Ave., Rock Island, IL

DELIGHTFUL DILEMMA * LADY ELEGANCE
Mrs. Pat Wolf, 5120 Canterbury Ln,, Warren, MI 48092

KARTER'S ICE PRINCESS

Karler G. Wilkening, 2705 S. 4Sth St., Milwaukee, WI 53219

ANGIE BABE * TINY BUBBLES * MINI MICHELLE
Darlene Hightower, 2710 S. 96th PL, Tulsa, OK 74129

ARIES * TARUS * GEMINI * CANCER * LEO * VIRGO * LIBRA

* SCORPIO * SAGITTARIUS * CAPRICORN * AQUARIUS *
PISCES * SAINT ANNE * SAINT THERESA * SAINT ANTHONY
Georgetta Nelson, R.D. #1 E. Mt. Road, Plymouth, PA 18651

NIGHT FIRE * GHOST RIDER * BEHOLDEN BEAUTY * JACKIE'S
JEWEL * JACKIE'S JOY * CRYSTAL RAINDROPS * SHIROCKA

* ELUSIVE DREAMER * CONQUISTA * TOM'S DELIGHT
Jacqueline |. Muster, 10061 Portage St. NW, Canal Fulton, OH 44614

BALMORHEA * WITCHES' BREW * WARLOCK * HILL COUN¬
TRY SUNSET * TEXAS NORTHER * TEJAS
Raymond E. Scott, 1213 King Arthur Circle, College Station, TX 77840

BUENO * C/E * CLOUDCHASER * CONSUELO * EL TEJAS *
EVER WHAT * FAIRHAVEN * HARMONY LANE * /VY JOY *
MAGIC KNIGHT * MOLLY JOLLY * MOON WIND * OKEY
DOKEY * TENSIE * ZIPPY ZU * CONQUEST * COY * CUZ *
HAPPINESS * LAKOTA * LUCKY DAY * MADORA * MYRNA

* RICARDO * STINGO * SUN LOVER * BITSY * CANDY RUS¬
SELL * FLIRTY * LACEY * PERT * PETITE DREAM * PETITE
GYPSY * PETITE LOVE * WINNERGREEN

Hortense's African Violets, 12406 Alexandria, San Antonio, TX 78233

CORRECTIONS

LAURA MAE #4318 listed in the June AV Magazine, should be
LEONA MAE.

DiB'S DARLING DOUMA #4211 listed in the June AV Magazine, should
be DiB'S DARING DOUPAA.

CANCELLATION

Cancel reservation for JACKIE'S TOM TOM — June AV Magazine

Save Your Plantlets

Dr. Alvin W. Shultz
4121 West 83rd St.

Prairie Village, KS 66208

This idea I have may be old hat for some people but it
is a new idea for me and I thought that someone would
like to try the idea.

The number of plantlets that I have been able to
salvage has been amazing.

When the plantlets were approximately the size of a
nick, I would try and separate the plantlets. The larger
ones were no problem as they had sufficient root forma-
tion to be able to survive in a soil. The smaller plantlets
had practically no root formation and the chance of sur¬
vival was almost nil.

I know that leaves will root in water, so why not try
to root the plantlets in water? The following is a very
simple idea that I came up with and it works.

All that is required is a "solo" four-ounce cup which
is fitted into an eight ounce plastic "glass". The cup fits
into the top of the "glass" leaving plenty of room below
for a very weak solution of fertilized water.

Either with scissors or an electric soldering iron cut a
round hole in the bottle center of the cup about one half
inch in diameter. It should be just large enough for the
stalk to fit through but not large enough for the leaf
portion to fall through.

The plant is put through the hole in the cup and the
cup placed in the glass. Now add either plain water or
one very weakly fertilized to the glass until it covers the
stalk but does not touch the cup. If the center leaves of
the plantlet are in the water, do not worry as this does
not seem to harm the leaves.

When the root system has developed enough, all you
have to do is remove the plant very carefully. With
small scissors cut the hole a little larger so the stalk can
be removed without being tom or broken.

Below is the diagram of the project:

solo cup
hole for plantlet
plantlet
water

plastic “glass”

Glad to answer any questions for anyone.

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ISOLATE PLANT

PREVENTION is easier than CURE. Isolate all
new plants before adding to your collection for
four to six weeks. Spray once with KELTHANE or
MALATHION, and treat the soil with the CYGON 2
E solution.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

35

How She Grows Beautiful Violets

Red Haven Montgomery Belle

MRS. MILLS’ BEAUTIFUL VIOLETS — Here are two examples of Mrs. Henry Mills’ ability to grow
beautiful violets at her home In Tallahassee, FL. On the left Is ‘Red Haven’ and at the right Is ‘Mont¬
gomery Belie’. Mrs. Mills Is a veteran African violet grower and has been an AVSA member for a num¬
ber of years.

Mrs. Henry C. Mills
P. O. Box 414
Tallahassee, FL 32302

First thing is to have everything set up right in your
violet room. Keep it clean as best as you can. Have an
air conditioner, keep the temperature at 70 degrees in
the day time, and 60 degrees at night. Open windows
for ventilation as much as you can. I heat my violet
room with a small gas heater and it works just fine,
in the winter. I learned how to regulate it at night.
No problems at all with gas, I have heard some people
say they could not heat with gas. I also kept my
humidity fine.

I have several trays on acrylic blankets. I cut them
the size of my pans. Have most all the other violets
wicked. Wick them with nylon fishing cord 4-ply. 1
use 4 ply on my large violets and mostly two-ply on
the rest of the violets. I treat all my large violets just
like 1 do my small ones; all with the same fertilizer. I
also spray my violets with hot water, which is good
for humidity.

With the blankets I used, my small plants grew so
fast, I had to repot some of them in two or three
months. But if they had a small root system I put them
back in the same size of pot, but if the root system is
larger, I put a iVi in. plant into a 4 in. pot, then I
wick it.

I have been using a soilless mix and I have only been
using 20-20-20 Peters fertilizer. I also wet my soil
down with it. I also try to groom all my plants every

two weeks, I do not have yellow leaves and necks in
my violet room.

I know you will be amused at this — but it works! I
have started using birth control pills on some of my
plants, I got some from the drug store. I use one pill to
a quart of water.

At first, I put some on two of my violets. They have
never stopped blooming since June 1980, and I have
repotted them twice.

I read an article in the local newspaper that a man
from Cypress Gardens, FL, was using the pills on lilies
and ferns. Now I use them on my lilies and ferns all
the time.

Now I am going to try some on more of my violets.

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WHAT IS A CULTIVAR?

CULTIVAR is a created, named horticultural
variety, as distinguished from a natural variety of
a species, that is, the ones that are found to be grow¬
ing wild.

Our modern African violets should therefore be
known as cultivars, not species, which are the wild
type from which they originated.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

36

Gesneriads In The Design Division

Margaret Waguespack
334 Halsey Dr.

Harahan, LA 70123

In an African Violet Show, the "other gesneriads"
have a number of uses. When entered as specimen
plants in the Gesneriad Class, they are beautiful, but
they also serve in other ways.

In the Artistic Arrangement and Artistic Planting
Divisions they may be used as a complement to
AVs. Since they should, in this case, play second
fiddle to your violets, it would be wise not to use
the brilliant red or orange flowers of some genera.
Even in the dimness of the rain forest these colors
draw the eye. You want your Saintpaulias to be the
center of attention.

Episcia foliage, especially the silvery green, the
deep green, and the pink, is useful in arrangements. I
would not suggest E. 'Cleopatra'. The colors are too
striking. A more subdued pink, such as 'Country
Sunset' or 'Flamingo' would be better.

Two of the Drymonia species which are vine¬
like, stenophylla and serrulata, have attractive
foliage. D. stenophylla has glossy green leaves with
red petioles but the size may be a bit too large for an
AV arrangement. Serrulate, on the other hand, has
smaller, softer, serrated leaves with a red flush on
the back. The stems are not as stiff as those
of stenophylla.

Foliage of the caulescent (stemmed) Streptocarpus
may prove useful. The rather small soft leaves of S.
saxorum and the hybrids, 'Good Hope', 'Concord
Blue', and 'Concord Midnight' are attractive but the
real beauty, foliage-wise, is S. holstii. The stems of
the species holstii are red-purple and are succulent¬
like. Its leaves are a brilliant green and the veins pat¬
tern the foliage beautifully.

Instead of using non-gesneriad plants for your
bold effects, try the leaves of the rosulate form of
Streptocarpus (the Nymph series, Wiesmoor
hybrids, etc.). If allowed to go slightly — and
temporarily — dry, the tips may be rolled back
and taped.

Most Aeschynanthus have rather fleshy leaves
which hold up well. One species has a variegated
form. The Nematanthus genus has small foliage
which is in good proportion to violets and there is a
variegated species, N. gregarius, cv. 'Golden West'
with pink, yellow, and green leaves. The plant is
very attractive and not at all "loud". For a small
arrangement, try using Codonanthe digna (formerly
'Frances Batcheller') or the tiny-leaved Columnea

'Tricolor' ('Maarsen's Flame') which is another
gesneriad with leaf variegation.

In dish gardens and terrariums, gesneriads may
play supporting roles. Many of you, I am sure, have
seen the mini-Sinningias used in these Classes. Most
of their flower colors are muted, and, if placed with
discretion, do not detract from Saintpaulias when
they are used together. The little plants provide a
variation in size, in both leaf and bloom. Another
genus. Diastema, works well, also, as does Phinaea
'Tracery', which has silver- veined leaves and white,
cupped blooms.

For height, try Parakohleria rhodotricha, which
has stems covered with red hair. Another plant
which can be used for the same purpose is Gesneria
humilis. You probably know G. cuneifolia and
'Quebradillas' which bloom practically non-stop.
Their floriferousness may be a minus here, since the
flowers are an eye-catching red or orange and
yellow. G. humilis has blossoms with less obtrusive
color. They are pale chartreuse-yellow and resemble
small Episcia blooms. This species is more "picky"
than the other two mentioned and most growers keep
it in a closed container. It is an ideal plant for a
decorative terrarium.

Small plants of Episcia and even Smithiantha and
Kohleria may be used but, sooner or later they will
grow too large and must be removed.

Ground covers? Try the above-mentioned
Codonanthe digna and Columnea Tricolor'.
Columnea dodsonii could almost be called a mini. I
saw it used very effectively in a terrarium in the
display area at Selby Gardens. Normortonia rosea
grows as fast as Baby's Tears. The leaves are tiny and
light green. And if it should bloom for you, you
should be written up in a botanical Who's Who!

The plants I have mentioned are only a few of the
gesneriad species and hybrids available. While they
are stars in their own right, they perform equally well
in supporting roles in the Design Division of an
African violet Show.

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SIMPLE WATERING

Watering can be simple. The soil always should be
moist but it should never be watered when it is soggy.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

37

There's A String Attached
To Watering African Violets

By Francis Rackemann
Baltimore Evening Sun

Her secret concerns a string or nylon cable, the
kind used for making stringers, or even nylon fishing
lines.

No, it's not for hanging a fish or catching a shad.
The cable lines are used for watering her prize
African violets.

Velma Jacobs learned this easy technique visiting
flower shops in Denver about three years ago while
vacationing with her husband.

Nearly all 600 of her colorful plants today are
thriving under lights, sitting on plastic egg-carton
grating material over trays of fertilized water. Each
pot has a wick made of the polyester cable, one end
of which dips into the reservoir of the growing
medium, thus watering the plants by capillary ac¬
tion. She has also used fishing line.

"I've always been interested in African violets but
didn't have the time because of bringing up four
children in the late '40s. I did become seriously in¬
terested in the plants in 1972, thanks to Marion
McWilliams, of Maxalea Nurseries, who is an expert
and showed me a copy of the AVS magazine. Almost
immediately I became a member," she recalled.

Mrs. Jacobs, a native of Baltimore and a graduate
of Seton High School, lives on Overbrook road in
Rodgers Forge with her husband of 17 years, Frank
A. Jacobs, a piece goods controller for the London-
town Corp. Mr. Jacobs, who is equally proud of his
cactus and bromeliad collection on his homemade
turntable, built his wife a special unit for her African
violets in their basement using steel similar to the old
erector sets.

For Mother's Day, 1972 Mrs. Jacobs was given a
24-inch indoor garden lighting unit, big enough for
growing a half-dozen African violet plants. The
following Christmas, her husband gave her a similar
but three-tiered unit for growing more plants under
lights. A few years later came the basement master¬
piece and a smaller unit in another room just for
starting new plants.

"I'm really proud of my collection," said Mrs.
Jacobs, who loves to talk about and share her hobby
with others.

Mrs. Jacobs' African violets begin with the snap¬
ping off of a leaf or petiole from a plant, cutting the
stem at a diagonal with the shorter end in front of the
leaf, then sticking the leaf cutting in a moist medium
of vermiculite, perlite and charcoal, the latter to keep

WHITE “SPORT”, Mrs. Velma Jacobs and her
white “sport” from a Colorado red. (Photo by
Irving H. Phillips, Baltimore Sun).

the stem from rotting. She doesn't use dirt as a pot¬
ting medium.

Each pot has a wick made of 100 percent polyester
cable which dangles from the hole in the pot bottom
into a container of water with a weak fertilizer.
Plants are then able to absorb water and food
through capillary action as they need it. She hand-
waters at the top each plant periodically to leach out
any salts in the pot.

It takes from five to eight weeks, depending on the
variety, to grow an African violet plant from a cut¬
ting. Leaves taken from the middle row of the plant
will develop roots quicker than leaves from the out¬
side, she said. Mrs. Jacobs is careful where she takes
a new leaf for fear of losing a plant's symmetry.

Mrs. Jacobs feeds her African violets with Peters'
African Violet Food (12-36-14). For her growing col¬
lection of variegated African violets, she used Peters'
5-50-17, which has less nitrogen to keep the white
part white and the plant from returning to all green.

Mrs. Jacobs, who sells her plants to help pay for
new plants and supplies she receives mostly by mail,
likes to experiment. She grew a "sport" from a Col¬
orado plant which was supposed to be red. From two
cuttings she got a red and white plant and a pure
white plant.

Mrs. Jacobs has walls and drawers filled with rib¬
bons. She said judges look for symmetry in African
violets, at least 25 blooms to a plant, perfect leaves

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

38

with no curls, ribs or tears, no suckers and a single
crown.

Unlike other hobbyists, Mrs. Jacobs washes the
leaves of her African violets to keep them clean and
shiny. She uses warm water and avoids the crown or
center, which could rot.

"Humidity is most important, even above light,"
she said, adding that African violets like misting.
"They prefer indirect, bright light but no direct
sunlight, especially if the foliage is wet, otherwise the
sun could blister and burn the leaves, a common
problem," she said.

Mrs. Jacobs has been a member of the Baltimore
A VC since 1973.

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Violets and Humidity

Dr. Candy Williamson-Murdock
Assistant Professor, Horticulture
Berry College
Mount Berry, GA 30149

Invisible . . . scentless . . . yet crucial to the
health of our violets, humidity must always be con¬
sidered when we choose a location for them. Put
simply, the term "humidity" refers to the moisture
content in the air. I've been told that the average
houseplant prefers a humidity of 70-80% ... a
desert has a humidity of 20-30% . . . and the
average home has a humidity of 10-30%. Not too
good for violets — they like their humidity
somewhere between 40-60%.

If you've ever felt parched on a winter day inside a
well-heated house, then you can sympathize with
your violets, which can actually be harmed by overly
dry air. Bud drop, brown-margined leaves, smaller
flowers — all of these may stem from low humidity. I
often see these problems on plants that have been
brought directly from a humid greenhouse into a
home, much harm can result from a sudden and pro¬
longed drop in humidity.

Correcting a humidity problem isn't difficult. One
simple way is to arrange plants in a group of 3 or 4;
they'll raise their own humidity by as much as 15%.
Or you could set out bowls or vases of water (maybe
containing rootable leaves) among the plants.

A sure-fire way to correct air moisture is to set
your violets in a tray of gravel, sand, peat, or ver-
miculite and add water to the tray until it is just
below the bottoms of the pots (letting the plants sit in
water can encourage root rot). Another humidifying
treatment that works but must be performed care¬
fully is misting. Some growers will not mist and
others do, but with caution; they mist sparingly in

the daytime to avoid botrytis, which may result from
wet foliage at night, and they do not place a newly
misted plant in direct sunlight, which could cause

ring spot.

Some areas of the house, such as the bathroom and
the shelf above a kitchen sink, will have more air
moisture than other areas. Avoid locating plants in
dry areas, such as windows near radiators.

Humidifying devices can be purchased, too —
check with your local garden center for vari¬
ous brands.

You might also consider lowering your night
temperature to 65 degrees because as heat rises,
humidity falls. (And heating bills rise.)

In cases where I really need some humidity fast —
like upon receipt of a heavily budded plant from a
greenhouse — I set the plant temporarily under a
plastic tent or in a terrarium. I don't leave it there for
long, though; overly high humidity can result in
botrytis, the scourge of violet lovers.

If you can't coax your violets into bloom, the addi¬
tion of humidity could be just the impetus they need.
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39

Gardening In A Bottle

Mrs. Richard Bell
50 Bardolier Lane
Bay Shore, NY 11706

The person, who wants a living garden without a
lot of extra attention, is the one to go into bottle
gardening. Under average conditions, the garden can
be expected to give pleasure and very little work for
from six months to one year.

Start with a clear, clean, dry bottle. The clearer the
bottle, the better it will grow. Size of bottle is deter¬
mined by the availability of space. Avoid long¬
necked bottles. They are very difficult to plant. I
make or improvise the tools I use. They consist of a
funnel which is used to fill boat gas tanks (normally).
It has a long neck; a ramrod, used for cleaning a rifle;
a bamboo stick with a butter spreader attached; a
tool called mechanics fingers, available in an auto
supply shop; a round curtain rod into which I insert
various size brushes; and wax paper, used to insert
an African violet, in bloom, into the garden.

The funnel is used to put the drainage material and
soil in the bottle. The drainage material is bird
gravel. It is available at any pet shop. Do not buy the
packaged gravel, it is too fine and very dusty. The
gravel I use is medium coarse and contains egg shells
and charcoal.

Determine which side of the bottle is to be the
front, pour the gravel into the bottle, through the
funnel, grading it low in the front, higher in the back.
The soil is then placed in the bottle, again graded to
the back. I combine 2/3 violet soil and 1/3 cactus
soil, well mixed. The soil must be dry. The soil
should not show more than one inch in front, graded
to about five inches in depth at the back.

Instead of giving a list of technical plant names, the
important thing to remember is that all plants must
be able to be kept evenly moist. They must not need
sunlight.

Most of the commercial sources give this informa¬
tion on the plant markers. Never use any plant that
must dry between waterings. When you are shopping
for plants, try to get different type and colors of
foliage and leaf shapes, tall and short plants. Con¬
trast in plant color, texture and shape makes an
interesting garden. Remove all the soil from the
plants and inspect them carefully (no bugs), remove
damaged leaves and trim the roots. I always treat my
plants with an insecticide, before planting.

Use the ramrod handle to dig a hole at the back of
the bottle, for the tallest plants. Use the buttef
spreader to fill in the soil around the roots. Tamp the
soil and firm the plant with the ramrod handle.

Gradually plant the rest of the bottle (from back to
front). Keep the finer shallow rooted plants to the
front. All plants are put through the neck of the bot¬
tle, root first. The leaves will fold in on themselves.
Turn the bottle to assist in placing the plants where
you want them to be. You don't have to complete the
bottle all at once. In the beginning, I would advise
that you don't.

If you have placed a plant in the wrong spot,
uproot it with the mechanics fingers and remove,
root first, carefully. Don't start a garden until you
have all of your plants. Make a sketch, leave a spot
in the front for the African violet and sininngias.
When you are ready to plant the violet, take a piece
of wax paper and place the violet that is not in a
turgid condition, in it. I use a mini or a semiminia¬
ture. Carefully, fold the leaves by lifting them up.
Wrap the wax paper around the violet, in a cone
shape. If the plant is properly dry, the blooms and
buds will not be injured. Using a twisting motion,
gently insert the violet in the neck of the bottle and
allow it to fall into place. Try to keep the wax paper
from falling in. If it does, pull it out with the
mechanics fingers. Don't use aluminum foil or
plastic, in place of the wax paper. Foil bunches and
crumbles and plastic adheres to the glass.

When the garden is completed, place a round
handled soft brush in the curtain rod, carefully brush
off any soil that may have dropped on leaves. Use a
small watering can to water the garden by placing the
tip of the watering can against the inside neck of the
bottle. Turn the can around the bottle so that all soil
is washed down from the sides. I use 1/2 to 1 cup of
tepid water. Don't overwater. You cannot get it out.

Place the garden in good light, but no sun. Con¬
densation will form and keep the garden in good con¬
dition. When you no longer see condensation form¬
ing, rewater it, sparingly. Don't cork the bottle.

I remove the African violet after about a week.
The lack of sufficient fresh air is not ideal conditions
for violets.

If some of the plants grow too large, take bamboo
stick, push a cork onto the end of it. Push a double-
edged razor into the cork. Use the exposed edge of
the razor, press the leaves or growth you want to
remove against the side of the bottle. Remove the
debris with the mechanics fingers.

All said and done, you can't get six months to a
year of beauty and enjoyment in a nicer way.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

40

Here are Mrs. Jessie Crtsafulii’s two S.
goetzeana plants, which bloomed in the spring of
1980 and did a repeat performance again in the
spring of 1981, just before the AVSA Show in San
Francisco. Now she’s looking forward to maybe a
third blooming^

S. Goetzeana Duet
Performs An Encore

prompted the plants to bloom the first time. Evidently
it worked.

The two plants are still in the same small pots,
terribly underpotted by AVSA standards, and I am
wondering if this could have been a major factor for it
to bloom. This year I will repot one of the plants to the
proper size pot for the size of the plant, to see any effect
it may have.

As a result of my success with SaintpauUa goetzeana
blooming, I had started several extra plants of this
species and I plan to place them in different locations
and await and compare results.

Who knows if I might be lucky enough to see the
lovely blossoms unfold for the third time???!!!

Mrs. Jessie Crisafulli
Amherst Road — 290 Federal St.
Belchertown, MA 01007

After my two plants of SaintpauUa goetzeana
bloomed in the spring of 1980 ( see AVM Sept. 1980, pg.
33), I thought that it was wonderful, but also that it was
unlikely to occur again.

I was fortunate to have the two plants bloom again in
the spring of 1981. My husband and I continued to take
many pictures of the two plants with its purple and pale
lOac blossoms, in order to have a record of the
fascinating flowers.

I was able to bring one plant to the national conven¬
tion of the African Violet Society of Canada, held in
Calgary, Alberta. When 1 left home with the plant it had
approximately two dozen blossoms on. It arrived in
Calgary with about one dozen blossoms ( singles do not
travel too well! ). In the show it was given a blue ribbon.

Immediately following Calgary our destination was
the AVSA convention in San Francisco. The plant con¬
tinued to drop blossoms and at the time of entry in San
Francisco the plant had only three blossoms left.
However, it was sufficient to earn a blue ribbon, and to
my surprise, it also received the award for the best
SaintpauUa species, given in memory of Mabel and
Glenn Hudson, who had long grown many lovely
SaintpauUa species.

I had been careful in the intervening year to put the
two plants in exactly the same locations as the previous
year, striving to duplicate the conditions that had

TRY ROLLER SKATES — If you don’t have
casters on the bottom of your self-made light
carls, then try Kay Dye’s method of moving her
cart the next time you need to move yours. When
Kay found the cart difficult to move, she thought
of her children’s roller skates. She fitted the
cart with the skates and “off she wentl” just
as pictured.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

41

LEAF PROPAGATION
CONTROLLED EXPERIMENT

Charles R. McIntosh
108 Versailles
Cincinnati, OH 45240

There seems to be as many methods of leaf pro¬
pagation of African violets as there are growers.
Confusion is the order of the day when reading about
propagation. Most of the articles in our magazine are
delightful to read but don't seem to be scientifically
controlled enough to be sure of the results. For exam¬
ple, some articles deal with propagation using dif¬
ferent growing mediums but fail to use the same leaf
variety in the different mediums, or the article
doesn't say whether all conditions, other than the
medium, were the same. When testing for the dif¬
ference in propagation time of certain growing
mediums, all other factors, such as light, humidity,
watering, pot or container size, heat, leaf size and
variety, must be kept as nearly the same as possible. I
think that we are sometimes too lax in controlling the
experiments that we report.

The Experiment: While most of my propagation in
the past has been done using a mix of Yj vermiculite
and Yj perlite, I wanted to experiment using other
propagation mixtures. The mixtures that I chose to
use for this test were:

( A) Ya vermiculite (not coarse) and % perlite (coarse).

(B) all vermiculite (not coarse).

(C) a basic 3-2-1 AV mix using Canadian peat,
vermiculite, perlite with a small amount of charcoal
(about 2 cups per 10 gal.).

To control for watering, which I considered to be
the most difficult of the environmental factors to
duplicate in each pot, I used a "Texas Style" setup.
The setup is shown below.

'Texas Style Pot"

This method would allow each of the pots to have
the same amount of water available to it. The water
used was regular tap water and was replaced in the
reservoir only when the top of all cups became
almost dry. All pots used were 9 oz. styrofoam cups.

In order for the leaves to be as nearly the same as
possible I chose a middle row from 'Parson's Nadine'.
All leaves were approximately the same size. The
length of the cut petiole was 2", cut on approxi¬
mately a 45° angle and dusted with Rootone F to
deter rotting. Two leaves were inserted Vj^' into each
cup. All leaves rested against the lips of the cups so as
to have the same surface area of each leaf exposed to
the lights.

The heat, light, and humidity were fairly easy to
control because all of the cups were placed in the
same plastic shoebox which occupied a place near the
end of a shelf which rested 14" below a 2-48" fluores¬
cent light fixture which housed one Gro-Lux WS tube
and one Cool White bulb illuminating the leaves for
12 hours per day. Therefore, the environment was
virtually the same for each leaf. The only apparent
difference was the growing medium.

Conclusion: The first set of plantlets appeared
after 32 days in the cup with the AV soil medium and
they appeared on both of the leaves in this cup at
about the same time. The second set of plantlets
showed up in the cup with the vermiculite and perlite
medium after 40 days. One of the leaves in this cup
showed plantlets after 43 days. The third cup of
plantlets appeared after 54 days in the vermiculite
only medium. Here the plantlets appeared on both
leaves at about the same time.

The only other observation that I have is that not
only did the AV soil mix produce plantlets sooner but
they seemed hardier (somewhat wider leaves) and
the petioles were not as spindly as were the plantlets
in the other two pots. The worst looking group of
plantlets came from the vermiculite only pot which
surprisingly enough produced more than did the
other two pots.

I have not found the same conclusions about pro¬
pagation time as described above when doing experi¬
ments with these same growing mediums when using
a top -watering setup. More experiments are needed
in this area so that we may minimize the propagation
time of our violet leaves. I will continue to report any
progress that I have in this direction and urge other
growers to do the same.

Please send self-addressed 12-cent U.S. postage
card to Editor or Assistant Editor when an
acknowledgement is requested or desired.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

42

AVSA Affiliate Organizations

Mildred E., Schroeder, Affiliate Chairman
1739 N. 74th Ct., Elmwood Pk., IL 60635

This list includes all AVSA Affiliated Chapters and their presidents as of July 1, 1981. The asterisk indicated clubs
with 100% AVSA membership.

FOREIGN

AUSTRALIA

AV-GESNERIAD SOCIETY OF CANBERRA,

George Lincoln, 4 Tanner PL, Kambah ACT 2902.
AV-GESNERIAD SOCIETY OF NEW SOUTH
WALES, J. D. Taylor, 20 Currawong Ave., Nor-
manhurst, NSW 2076.

AVS OF QUEENSLAND, Robert Browning, 87
Tenth Ave., Kedron 4031, Brisbane QLD
AVS OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA, Mi^. E. Warwick, 15
Kinnear Crescent, Rostrevor 5073. SA
VICTORIA SAEMTPAULIA SOCIETY, Early Mom
Group, Mrs. Heloise Date, 61 Orient Ave., Mitcham
3132

BAHAMAS

BAHAMAS AVS, Mis. Pearl Cox, P.O. Box N1268,
Nassau

BERMUDA

* BERMUDA AVS, Mrs. Doreen Woolridge, "Garden
House" Flatts Hill, Smith's Parish 3/20

CANADA

AVC OF VANCOUVER, Mrs. Linda Jorgensen, 3091
West 35th Ave., Vancouver BC V6N 2M7
AVS OF GREATER MONTREAL, Mrs. Francoise
Newcombe, 20 Place Bergeron, Pieriefords Ont.,
H8Y1P5

ANNAPOLIS VALLEY AVS, D. M. Gillespie, R.R. 1
Wilmont, Annapolis Co., Nova Scotia BOP IWO
BELLEVILLE AVC, Mrs. Beulah Sills, 79 Selina Ave.,
Belleville, Ont.

CALGARY AVS, Donna Clarke, 8951 Baylor Crescent,
S.W Calgary T2V 3N5

CHARLOTTETOWN AVS, Mrs. Robert Pharoah,
R.R, 3 Bonshaw Churchill, PEI COA ICO
DELBROOK AVS, Mrs. G. E. Mercer, 4352 Petterdale
Dr., North Vancouver BC V7R 4L7
EDMONTON GESNERIAD SOCIETY, Mrs. K. W.
Larson, 7916 22nd Ave., Edmonton, Alberta T6K
1Z3

FIRST HALIFAX AVS, Mis. Hizabeth Chard,
Registrar's Office, St. Mary's U. Halifax, NS B3H 3C3
LAKESHORE AVC, Mrs. Elizabeth Tapping, 511 The
West Mall, Apt. 1503, ETOBICOKE M9C 1G5
MONCTONIAN AVS, Mrs. Laura McLeUan, 119
Wesley St., Moncton, N.B. BlC 4V9

OAKVILLE AVS, Fred Staples, 2199 Haygate
Crescent, Mississauga Ontario, L5K 1L7
QUEEN CITY AVS, Mrs. May Silversides, #3 4341 Roe
St., Regina, Sask., S4N 3B4
ROYAL SAINTPAULIA CLUB, Mrs. Gerald Zylstra,
Penobsquis, N.B. EOE IPO

SASKATOON AVS, Ruby Hutchenson, 622 Balmoral
St., Saskatoon, Sask.

TORONTO AVS, Wm. Deason, 67 Coleridge
Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4C 4H4
TOTEM AVS OF VANCOUVER, Mrs. H. M. Sale, 455
East 17th Ave. Vancouver, BC V5V 1B2
ULTRA VS, Mrs. Carolyn Tindale, P.O. Box 153,
Dmmbo, Ontario, NOJ IGO
VICTORIA AVC, Mrs. J. Stringer, 3146 Quadra
St., Victoria BC V8X IGI

WINNIPEG AVS, Mrs. Irene Haddow, 663 Laxdale,
Winnepeg, R3R 0W7

YORK AVS, Miss H. May Barkett, 225 Massey St.,
Fredericton, MB E3B 2Z5

ENGLAND

SAINTPAULIA AND HOUSEPLANT SOCIETY,

Anthony Huxley, ESQ, Surbiton, Surrey
JAMAICA

AVS OF JAMAICA, Mrs. Rubylin Taylor, 4 Chopin
Ave., Kingston 8 West Indies

JAPAN

JAPAN INTERNATIONAL SAINTPAULIA SOCIETY,
Toshi Kawakami, B 604 2-13-3 Shibazaki, Chofu,
Tokyo

MEXICO

PRIMER CLUB DE VIOLETAS, Mirador De La Sierra
#347 Col Lomas Del Valle, Oza, Garcia N.L.

NEW ZEALAND

HAMILTON AV AND GESNERIAD SOCIETY, Mrs.

Joan Dowling, 52 Aurora Terrace, Hamilton

SAUDI ARABIA

DHAHRAN DESERT BLOOMERS, Mrs. Karen Kapp,
c/o ARAMCO, Box 8310, Dhahran

SOUTH AFRICA

CAPE AVS, Alec Duncan, 14 Marion Ave., Southfield,
7800 Cape Town

SOUTH AMERICA

CLUB PERUANO DE VIOLETAS AFRICANAS,

Daphne Duncan, Avda 28 de Julio 1217 Lima 18

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43

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

ALASKA

* AURORA BOREALIS AVS, Mrs. Beverly Hendrichs,

801 N. Braga w, Anchorage, 99504

ALABAMA

AVS OF MADISON COUNTY. Joyce Tibbs, 4318
Shelby Ave., Huntsville, 35801
AVS OF THE WIREGRASS, Sybil Adams, Rt. 1, Box
348, Enterprise, 36330

*AV STUDY CLUB OF BIRMINGHAM, Mrs. M.
Graves, 3428 Sierra Dr., Birmingham, 35216
BAMA BELLES AVS, Donna J. Barnes, Rt. 1, Box 31,
Waverly, 36899

* CAPITAL CITY AVS OF MONTGOMERY. Mrs. Jeff

Fuller, 3412 S. Perry St., Montgomery, 36105
COVINGTON AVS, Mrs. Lenton Pruitt, Rt. 5, Box
118B, Andalusa, 36420

* EVENING VIOLET CLUB, Mrs. John McTyeire, 2501

Laredo Circle, Birmingham, 35226
HEART OF DIXIE AVS, Mrs. AHsa Smith, 103
Highland Ter., Dotham, 36302
MONTGOMERY AVS, Mrs. Charles Wildzunas, 649
Williamson Rd., Montgomery, 36109
MUSCLE SHOALS AVS, Mrs. W. F. Parks, 323 E.

Mobile St., Horence, 35630
NORTH CENTRAL ALABAMA AVS, Jim Lenz, Rt. 1,
Box 130, Tanner, 35671

TALLASSEE AVS, Mrs. Louise Bennett, 101 Freeman

Ave., Tallassee, 36078

*T.H.E. AVS, Mrs. Clarence Boggan, 4421 Clairmont
Ave., Birmingham, 35222

TROY ALABAMA AVS, Mr. and Mrs. Cleo Speights,
303 N. Hillcrest Blvd., Troy, 36081
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY AVC, Mrs. Eunice Hall,
1406 Brarcliff, Northport, 35476

ARIZONA

AVS OF FLAGSTAFF, Nancy Gerver, 3103 N. Alta
Vista, Flagstaff, 86001

TUCSON AVS, Mrs. Kathleen Kalman, 4139 E. Fair-
mount, Tucson, 85712

WHITE MOUNTAIN AVS, Mary Hedlund, Rt. 1, Box
1959, Show Low, 85901

ARKANSAS

GREEN THUMB AVS, Mrs. Edward Buckle, Rt. 2, Box
44, Lincoln, 72744

LARK AVC, Mrs. Edward Johnson, 805 Gladney Dr.,
Bastrop, 71220

LITTLE ROCK AVS, Mrs. Gladys Brown, 9201 Hilaro
Springs Rd., Little Rock, 72204
RAINBOW AVC, Mrs. Paula Cummings, Rt. 2, Box
244, Hope, 71801

SPRINGDALE VIOLET STUDY CLUB, Mre. J. B.
Dodson, 1102 Thelma, Springdale, 72764

CALIFORNIA

AV COUNCIL OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA,

Florence Mann, 4040 E. Piedmont, Highland, 92373

* AVSA JUDGES COUNCIL OF NORTHERN CALI¬

FORNIA, Mrs. Ray Hertel, 9495 S. Wales Way, Elk
Grove 95624

* AVSA JUDGES COUNCIL OF SOUTHERN CALI¬

FORNIA, Jo McCoy, 713 Woodrow Ave.,
Bakersfield, 93308

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA COUNCIL OF AVS's,

Harriette Poss, 12 Kelton Ct., San Mateo, 94403
AV HOBBYISTS OF SACRAMENTO, Gertrude
AUgeier, 1060 Cavanaugh Way, Sacramento, 95822
AVS OF EAST BAY, Mrs. Helene Moresi, 134 Pulido
Rd., Damville, 94526

AVS OF LOSURE WORLD, Mis. Elizabeth Marshall,
3137 A Via Vista, Laguna Hills, 92653
AVS OF MONTEREY PENINSULA, Mrs. Don
Nichols, 555 Hannon Ave., Monterey, 93940
AVS OF MONTROSE, Mrs. Theresa Carson, 3250
Pontiac St., La Crescenta, 91214
AVS OF PALO ALTO, Doris Cormier, 1859 Anamor
St., Redwood City, 94061

AVS OF SAN FRANCISCO, Mrs. Frank Reece, 716
Maddux Dr., Colma 94015

*AVS OF SOUTH BAY, Anne Jantzen, 2725 Katrina
Way, Mt. View, 94040

ALUM ROCK AVS, Mrs. Mary A. Hoes, 2220
Belthom Ct., San Jose, 95131
ANTELOPE VALLEY AVS, Donna De La Motte,
44572 12th St. W, Lancaster, 93534
BAKERSFIELD AVS, Doris Ashley, 662 McCord,
Bakersfield, 93308

BALBOA PARK AVS OF SAN DIEGO, Ms. Kemary
Crowder, 8862 Shaula Way, San Diego, 92126
BELLFLOWER AVS, George Crouchet, 1338 Engrada
Ave #4, Torrance, 90501

BLOOMING AVC, Merrie Kraatz, 1480 Sunrise Dr.,
Vista, 92083

CAPITAL CITY AVS, Mrs. R. E. Hertel, 9495 S. Wales
Way, Elk Grove, 95624

CAROLYN RECTOR SAINTPAULIA SOCIETY, Mrs.
Valera Mueting, 1327 Marinette Rd., Pacific
Palasades, 90272

CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AVS, Karen Bowser, 6072
N. Dower, Fresno, 93711

DESERT AVS OF LANCASTER, Dalton Robinson,
38637 Yucca Tree St., Palmdale, 93550
GLENDALE AVS, Mrs. George Carpentier, 2358
Montrose Ave., Montrose, 91020
GRANADA HILLS AVS, Mrs. Carolyn Taylor, 10952
Etiwanda Ave., Northridge, 91826
HEARTLAND AVS, Beverly Decker, 7430 Stanford
Ave., La Mesa, 92041

LOS ANGELES AVS, Mary E. Harrad, 9046 Keith
Ave., Los Angeles, 90069

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44

ORANGE COUNTY AVS, Doris Boyles, 11244 Cecilia
St., Norwalk, 90650

PINOLE AVS, Kathryn McNair, 91 WiUa Dr., San
Pablo, 94806

POMONA VALLEY AVS, Mi^. Patricia Landrum,
5073N. Sultana, Temple City, 91780
SAN DIEGO DAYTIME AVS, Mrs. Dorothy Grimsby,
4557 Bancroft St. #3, San Diego, 92116
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY AVS, Adelaide Kory, 8619
Darby Ave., Northridge, 91325
SAN JOAQUIN AVS, Olive Miller, 2444 W. Sonoma
Ave., Stockton, 94204

SANTA CLARA VALLEY AVC, Mi^. OHver W.

Schantz, 1155 Lone Pine Lane, San Jose, 95120
SANTA CLARITA VALLEY AVS, Toni Downs, P.O.
Box 1276, Canyon County, 9B51
*SAN MATEO COUNTY AVS, Mrs. William Leary,
2660 San Carlos Ave., San Carlos, 94070

* SUBURBAN AV FRIENDS, Mrs. Margie Benson, 1519

Monte Diablo Ave., San Mateo, 94401
TEHACHAPI AVS, Mrs. Grade Mills, 48399 Cherry
Lane, Tehachapi, 93561

THOUSAND OAKS AVS, Mrs. HaradeUe E. Down¬
ing, 1400 West Fir Ave., Oxnard, 93030
TOWN AND COUNTRY AVS, Mrs. Horence Mann,
4040 E. Piedmont, Sp. 158 Highland, 92346
TUSTANA AVS, Ralph E. Breden, 127 Via Los Altos,
Redondo Beach, 90277

VENTURA COUNTY AVS, Florence Naylor, 275 N.

Kalorama St. #501, Ventura, 93001
WHITTIER AVS, Mrs. Mary J. Wood, 9302 Valley
View, Whittier, 90603

COLORADO

*HI COUNTY JUDGES' WORKSHOP, Mi^. Isabel
Keehner, 929 Oak St., Lakewood, 80215

* ROCKY MOUNTAIN AV COUNCIL, Mrs. Michael

Boster, 6146 S. Everett St., Littleton, 80123
AVC OF GOLDEN, Georgia Frush, 2002 Ford St.,
Golden, 80401

AVS OF DENVER, Mrs. Paul W. Kiesling, 475
Madison St., Denver, 80206
AFTER DARK AVS, Mary Harte Graham, 220 Sher¬
man, Longmont, 80501

CAPITAL CITY AVC, Beth Dunbar, 450 S. Holly,
Denver, 80222

GATEWAY VIOLET CLUB, Loma Luben, 15835 E.

Colorado Ave., Aurora, 80012
GLOXINIA GESNERIAD GROWERS, Raymond
Schimpf, 3533 E. 117th PL, Thornton, 80233

* HAPPINESS IS AVS, Eileen C. Nelson, 2122 Squires

St., Longmont, 80501

* HI HOPES STUDY CLUB, Elisabeth Marterey, 2090 E.

Floyd Ave., Englewood, 80110
JOLLY VC OF EASTERN COLORADO, Mrs. Barbara
Ohr, Lindon, 80740

* LOVELAND SWEETHEART VIOLETTES SOCIETY,

Carol Butler, 2707 Carlisle Dr., Loveland, 80537
MILE HI NORTH AVS, Rev. Paul HoUand, 1921 Sher-
relwood Dr., Denver, 80221
PIKE'S PEAK BLOOMERS AVS, Mrs. Christine Peon,
2438 East Williamette, Colorado Springs, 80909
PUEBLO AVC, Mrs. Patty Minkler, 25353 County
Farm Rd., Pueblo, 81006

*THE ROCKY POTTERS, Lonita Sparks, 8314 W.
Arkansas, Lakewood, 80226
ULTRA VIOLET CLUB, Mrs. Wm. Agee, 3339 S.

Dayton Ct., Danver, 80231
VIOLETEERS, Everett E. Holt, 8226 E. Lehigh Ave.,
Denver, 80237

ZEST OF THE WEST AVS, Yvonne Hall, 2425 Merina
Ct., Ft. Collins, 80526

CONNECTICUT

NUTMEG STATE AVS, Mrs. Julius Fargeot, 235 Alps
Rd., Branford, 06405

CENTRAL CONNECTICUT SADMTPAULIA CLUB,

Mre. Philip Corbin, 89 Hillsboro Dr., West Hartford,.
06107

DEWEY VIOLETS, Nancy Blount, 11 Acton St., Apt.
103, New Britain, 06053

LOWER CONNECTICUT VALLEY AVS, Mrs. Nor¬
man Misheloff, Grassy Hill Rd., Old Lyme, 06371

* NAUGATONIC AVS, Mrs. Juliette A. Heverling, 1020

Guemseytown Rd., Watertown, 06795
SILVERMINE AVS, Lloyd Davis, 9 Devonshire Dr.,
Darien, 06820

SPARKLING WATERS AVS, Ann Butler, 8 BueU St.,
Hamden, 06518

THIMBLE ISLAND AVC, Mrs. Dennis Boyce, 35
Calvin Dr., North Bradford, 06471
WINDSOR AVS, Mrs. Jessie Crisafulli, Amherst Rd.,
Rt. 9, Belchertown, 01007 ( 290 Federal St.,)

DELAWARE

DELAWARE AVS, Mrs. Rose Marie McMann, 2421
Lori Lane, Tarleton, Wilmington, 19810

FLORIDA

AV COUNCIL OF FLORIDA, Mrs. Catherine Box-
berger, 512 W. Stetson St., Orlando, 32804
AVS OF FT. WALTON BEACH, Mrs. Mary Poett, 206
Davenport Rd., Ft. Walton Beach, 32548
AVS OF JACKSONVILLE, Mrs. Edwin HarreU, 1628
Broward Rd., Jacksonville, 32218
AVS OF MIAMI, Mrs. Maybelle Green, 13940 Harrison
St., Miami, 33176

*AVS OF PENSACOLA, Mrs. Pat Landry, 6536
Colonade Circle, Pensacola, 32506
BREVARD AVS, Mrs. Dorothy Whitaker, 1490 Saturn
St., Merritt Island, 32952

* CENTRAL RORIDA AVS, Mrs. Wm. Soule, 2455

Markingham Rd. Maitland, 32751

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DIXIE MOONBEAM AVS OF PANAMA CITY, Mrs.
C. W. Culpepper, 6002 Lance St., Panama City,
32401

FIRST LAKELAND AVS, Debbi Snyder, 624 Chathan
Dr., Lakeland, 33803
GULF AVC, Lillian Scott

* HAINES CITY AVS, Lt. Gen. John B. Hudson, Box

335, Haines City, 33844

HEART OF FLORIDA AVC, Mrs. Jean Norris, 115
Larkwood Dr., Sanford, 32771
LAKES AND HILLS AVS, Mrs. Raymond Todd, 987
Linden St., Qermont, 32711
MANATEE COUNTY AVS, Ruth Aiken, 4267
Coquina Circle, Bradenton, 33507

* MID-POLK AVS, Mrs. Hazel V. MiUer, 1307 15th St.

S.W., Winter Haven, 33880
MIRACLE STRIP AVS, Mrs. Donald L. Emanuel, 5220
Cherry St., Panama City, 32401
NTFE BLOOMERS AVS, Louis Hanson, 126 Thirteenth
Ave. S., Jacksonville, 32250
SARASOTA COUNTY AVS, Linda Thompson, 2730
Ingot PL, Sarasota, 33580

SOMETHING SPECIAL SUNCOAST AVS, Mrs.

Phyllis Ferry, 900 Columbia Dr., Bradenton, 33507
SOUTH DADE LIFE MEMBER AVC, Maxine J.

Causey, 2801 S.W. 120 Rd., Miami, 33175
SOUTH FLORIDA AVC, Mrs. Lester Fladt, 1173 Quail
Ave., Miami Spring, 33166
TALLAHASSEE NIGHT MAGIC AVS, George B.
Marshall, 731 E. College Ave., Tallahassee, 32301

* TAMPA AVS, Mrs. Margaret Ritchie, 408 E. Flora St.,

Tampa, 33604

UPPER PINELLAS AVS, GUbert M. Cooper, 11605
Third St. E., #33, Treasure Island, 33706
VIOLET PATCH OF BROWARD COUNTY, Mrs.
Mary Ann Knierim, 2801 S.W. 156th Ave., Davie,
33331

SUNSHINE AVC, Mrs. D. W. Radford, 1008 East
Venice Ave., Venice, 33595

GEORGIA

GEORGIA STATE AV COUNCIL, Sara Hendereon,
2015 Dellwood Dr., Atlanta, 30309
AVC OF GREATER ATLANTA, Hugh Mackey,
299 Stockwood Dr., Woodstock, 30188

* AVS OF VALDOSTA, Mre. Joan Adams, Rt. 2, Box

510A, Valdosta, 31601

CHATTAKOOCHEE VALLEY AVS, Betty Aponte,
1002 Woodbum Dr., Columbus, 31904
CLASSIC CITY AVS, Helen Wilson, 125 Briarcliff Rd.,
Athens, 30606

FIRST SAINTPAULIA SOCIETY OF ATLANTA, Mi^.
Glenn Giles, 950 Hickory Oak Hollow, Roswell,
30075

FLINT RIVER AVS, Mrs. Edwin Schreck, 1808 Gary
Ave., Albany, 31707

HIGH HOPES VC OF SOUTH ATLANTA, Helen
Brackett, 1989 Linwood Ave., East Point, 30344
LANIERLAND AVS, M. R. Cox, Rt. 2, Box 159,
Oakwood, 30566

MASTER CITY AVS, Elise Phillips, 3314 Cockatoo
Rd., Martinez, 30907

MIDDLE GEORGIA AVS, Pierce E. Cumpton, 219
Sunset Dr., Warner Robins, 31093
ROMAN AVS, Helen Morabito, 319 New Hermitage
Rd. NE., Rome, 30161

HAWAII

AVS OF HAWAII, Helen AckeU, 2140 KuHo Ave.,
Honolulu, 96815

IDAHO

HARMONY AVS, Mrs. Ellis Andersen, 2725 N. Five
Mile Rd. #50, Boise, 83704
MAGIC VALLEY SAINTPAULIA CLUB, Ruth Dug¬
gan, 128 W. Heybum, Twin Falls, 83301

ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS AVS, Dr. James Whitfield, Rt. 2, Box 6,
Chicago Heights, 60302

AVS OF NORTHERN ILLINOIS, Mi^. Edward
Johnson, 4901 N. Cfeanam Ave., Norridge, 60656
BARRINGTON BLOOMERS, Mrs. Judy Reinwald,
328 Spruce St., Glenview, 60025
EVENING BLOOMERS AVS, Terry Duchien, 117
Lynn, Washington, 51571

* EXHIBITORS CLUB, Mrs. Edward Johnson, 4901 N.
Oxanum Ave., Norridge, 60656
FORT MASSAC AVC, Betty Wetherington, RR 1,
Grand Chain, 62941

MARGARET SCOTT AVS, Amanda Gordon, 708 S.
Race., Urbana, 61801

METROPOLITAN AVS OF PEORIA, Pat Barber, 211
North Bergen, Peoria, 61604
QUAD CITIES AVS, Mark McGinn, 2222 Pacific,
Davenport, 52804

RAINBOW AVS, Gena Keen, %65 Weymouth Dr.,
Rockford, 61111

ROCKFORD AVC, Mi^. Bobby Exline, 2930-20th St.,
Rockford, 61118

ROSEWOOD AVS, Mrs. Helen Beuttell, RR 1, God¬
frey, 62035

SUBURBAN AV ENTHUSIASTS, Mrs. EUie Palm,
4640 W 182 PL, Country Qub Hills, 60477
TAYLORVILLE AVS, DeUa Greene, 1009 W. England,
Taylorville, 62568

TWIN CITIES AVS, Marie Boden, 701 E. Monroe,
Bloomington, 61701

*WEDGEWOOD AVC, Larry Marotta, 908 Nassau
Pkwy., Rockford, 61107

INDIANA

FIRST EVANSVILLE AVC, Mary Hirsch, Rt. 1, Box

326, Haulstadt, 47639

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GYPSY AVC, Mre. Frank Barnhart, Rt. 2, Box 131,
New Paris, 45349

KIMBERLY AVC, Mrs. Jesse Amon, 11515 Pendleton
Pike, Indianapolis, 46236

NEW ALBANY AVC, Mrs. Maxine Hook, 1404 Old
Ford Rd., New Albany, 47150
RAINBOW CHAPTER OF AVSA, Shirley Weldon,
2611 Cambridge, Ft. Wayne, 46808
STEUBEN COUNTY AVS, Mrs. Edna Foster, RR. 1
0-125-16, Coiunna, 46730

TWIN COUNTY AVS, Mrs. Louise Beck, Bryan Ave.,
Crestwood Apt. 553B, Wabash, 46992

IOWA

AVC OF NORTH IOWA, Mrs. Marian E. Hankenson,
212 4th Ave. S., Clear Lake, 50428
DES MOINES AVC, Mrs. Mildred Johnson, 2615 56th,
Des Moin^, 50310

* EVENING AVC OF DES MOINES, Mrs. Edith Prall,

535 Garfield, Carlisle, 50047
PALO ALTO COUNTY AVC, Mrs. Laura Brown,
Emmetsburg, 50536

SPENCER AVS, Philothea Miller, 702 E. 5 St., Spencer,
51301

KANSAS

* AIR CAPITAL SOCIETY OF AVs, Wilma Bezdek, 646

S. Pinecrest, Wichita, 67218
BRIGHT PETALS AVS, Wanda Gregory, Rt. 2, Box
214, Great Bend, 67530

BOOT HILL SAINTPAULIA CLUB, Dorothy Weai^,
301 Oak, Minneola, 67865

HAPPY TIMES AVS, Mrs. Horeine Purvis, 711 West
Oak, Columbus, 66725

JUNCTION CITY AVS, Mrs. Thomas B. Owens, Sr.,
704 Crestview, Junction City, 66461
LAWRENCE AVC, Kathy Davids, 1019 Lawrence St.,
Rt. 1, Baldwin City, 66006

MANHATTAN AVS, Dr. Carole A. Harbers, 1329
Overlook Dr,, Manhattan, 66502
WICHITA AV STUDY CLUB, Mrs. Faye Wieditz, 1133
N. Pershing, Wichita, 67208

KENTUCKY

FIRST AVS OF LOUISVILLE, Mis. Wm. Genewein,
3038 Wilson Ave., Louisville, 40211

LOUISIANA

* LOUISIANA COUNCIL OF AV JUDGES, Penelope

Brenner, 3736 Lang St., New Orleans, 70114
ALDCANDRIA AVS, Mis. Ralph Pippins, Rt. 1, Box
130, Forest HiU, 71430

*ATCHAFALAVA VS OF A, Y. Geoige Ramirez, Jr.,
1620 Willowbend Dr., Morgan City, 70380

* BATON ROUGE AVS, Mis. W. J. Plauche, 5226

Greenridge Dr., Baton Rouge, 70814

* FIRST NEW ORLEANS AVS, Mis. Roy Engel, 2113

Rue Racine, Marrero, 70072

LAFAYETTE AVC, Deborah M. Burleigh, 107
Cla3miore Dr., Lafayette, 70503
NEW ORLEANS AVS, Mrs. Marian Magee, 4244
Alabama Ave., Kenner, 70062
RAYNE AVC, Leora Perres, PO. Box 412, Rayne,
70578

RUSTON AVS, Mrs. Gordon Hogan, Rt. 1, Box 189,
Ruston, 71270

* SHREVEPORT AVS, Mrs. D. Tietjen, Rt. 1, Box 122,

KeithviUe, 71047

SOUTH LAKE CHARLES AVC, BeUe Thomas, 2513
Thomas Ln., Lake Charles, 70605

* SUNDOWNERS AVS, Anita DAntoni, 4436 W.

Brookstown Dr., Baton Rouge, 70805

* SUNSET VC OF NEW ORLEANS, Jon and Lee Alex¬

ander, 1527 Maura PL, New Orleans, 70114
TECHELAND AVS OF FRANKLIN, Amy Broussard,
709 Magnolia St., Franklin, 70538
*TOP CHOICE AVS, Mrs. John Goode, 387 Albany,
Shreveport, 71105

TOWN AND COUNTRY AVC, Mrs. A. L. Robison,
P.O. Box 308, Geismar, 70734

* VIOLETS AFTER FIVE, Melva Gladney, 1212 S.

Alameda, Baton Rouge, 70815
VIOLETS ON THE BAYOU, Anaise LeBlanc, Rt. 2,
Box 101 A, Napoleonville, 70390

MARYLAND

BALTIMORE AVC, Mrs. Maigaret Harcourt, 8101
Sumter Ave., Baltimore, 21237
WEST END AVC, Mrs. Charles Green, 1517 Woodcliff
Rd., Catonsville, 21228

MASSACHUSETTS

AVS OF PIONEER VALLEY, Phyllis Farnsworth, 265
North West St., Feeding Hills, 01030
BAY STATE AVS, Jessie CrisafuUi, Amheist Rd.,
Belchertown, 01007

FRIENDLY AVC, Mrs. Helen Lundberg, 226 Carlisle
Rd., Bedford, 01730

HOCKOMOCK VIOLET VENTURERS, Mrs. Bess
Giarda, Gardiner St., Raynham, 02767
MERRIMACK VALLEY AVS, Olga Lech, 4 Kings
Road, West Ford, 01843

MOBY DICK AVC, Geniveive Boidleau, 35 Wood St.,
Somerset, 02739

NORTH SHORE AVS, Mrs. Genie Howard, 6 Ger¬
trude St., Lynn, 01902

TRIMOUNT AVS, Mrs. Anne Crowley, 232 Austin
St., Hyde Park, 02136

WACHUSETT AVS, CoUeen Delmolino, P.O. Box 103,
Erving, 01344

MICHIGAN

MICHIGAN STATE AVS, Mrs. Albert Blouw, 822
Elliott St. S.E., Grand Rapids, 49507
BORDER CITIES AVC, Mrs. Bud Woodruff, 2353
Windemere, Windsor Ont., Canada, N8W 2Tl

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HRST AVS OF GRAND RAPIDS, Mrs. Earl StoU, 249
N. Monroe, Rockford, 49341
MID-MICHIGAN AVC, Vicki Krupiczewicz, 2625
Meyer S.W., Wyoming, 49509
NORTH OAKLAND AVC, Carole J. Smith, 6160 Old
Orchard, Birmingham, 48010

MINNESOTA

AVS OF MINNESOTA, Mrs. John Nipp, 1050 Griffin,
Mahtomedi, 55115

NORTH STAR AV COUNCIL, Ruth Bann, 680
Marigold Terrace, Fridley, 55432
DULUTH AVS, Mrs. Dennis Loberg, 4018 Jay St.,
Duluth, 55804

FALCON HOGHTS HI-LOA AVS, Mrs. Dorothy
Elliot, 1455 Almond Ave., Apt. 313, St. Paul, 55108
GARNET ELFS CLUB, Debbie More, 2539 Longview
Dr., New Brighton, 55418

SERENITY AVC, Mrs. Dorothy Wilson, 3755 Main St.
N.E., Minneapolis, 55421

3000 VIOLETS-ST. CLOUD AREA AVS, Sue Barrett,
1039 Sunset Ridge Rd., St. Cloud, 56301
VIKING VIOLETTES, Mrs. W. F. Tobin, 2262 Brewster
St., St. Paul, 55108

WONDER AVC, Mrs. E. W. Lindgren, 8455 Winnetka
Heights Dr., Minneapolis, 55427

MISSISSIPPI

CHIMNEYVILLE AVC, Charles Sledge, MD., P.O.
Box 97, WHtfield, 39193

HATTIESBURG AVC, Mrs. W. H. B. Jones, 109 North
24th Ave., Hattiesburg, 39401

MISSOURI

METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS AVS COUNCIL OF
CLUBS, Mrs. Edward Willets, 6115 A Pershing Ave.,
St. Louis, 63112

*ST. LOUIS AV JUDGES COUNCIL, Mrs. David
Smith, 364 Messina Dr., Manchester, 63011
*AVC OF GREATER KANSAS CITY, Mrs. Julius
Bacharach, 8411 Meadow Lane, Leawood, 66206

* AMETHYST AVC, Mrs. Wm. Janus, 130 N. Holmes,

St. Louis, 63122

* CAVALIER AVC, Mrs. Malcolm Scholl, 3844 Fillmore,

St. Louis, 63116

FLEUR DE LIS AVC, Mrs. Janet Nichols, 248 White
Tree Ln., Ballwin, 63011

HEART OF MISSOURI AVS, Mrs. MarshaU Carmack,
542 Peartree Circle, Columbia, 65201

* HI-HOPES AVC, Mrs. Charles Scheman, 5138 Waldo,

St. Louis, 63123

* LE CHATEAU AVC, Mrs. Robert Laske, 4110 Walsh,

St. Louis, 63116

* MID-AMERICA AVS, Mrs. Jay Crangle, 5703

Westgate, Shawnee, 66216

M.K.O. DYN-O-MITE AVS, Mona Donnell, 306
Ballard, Carl Junction, 64801

NIGHTSHADE AVC, Mrs. Harold Grace, 8136
Kingsbury Blvd., St. Louis, 63105
NORTHEAST AVC, Kitty Julian, Rt. 1, Box 281, Lot
14, Blue Springs, 64015

PIED PIPERS, Richard Brooks, 14 Glenhaven, St.
Louis, 63122

* RAINBOW AVC, Janet L. Nichols, 248 White Tree

Lane, Ballwin, 63011

SPRINGFIELD CHAPTER OF AVSA, Ms. Linda

Mauer, Rt. 2, Box 215 A, Rogersville, 65742

* VIKING AVC, Mrs. Victor Kunz, 6806 Alexander St.,

St. Louis, 63116

WEST COUNTY AVC, Mrs. Ardath Miller, 529 Ranch
Dr., Manchester, 63011

MONTANA

BILLINGS BLOOMERS AVS, Cleone Olson, 2922
Terry Ave., Billings, 59102

* TREASURE STATE'S FIRST AVS, Pat Todd, 1312 W.

Spring, Lewistown, 59457

NEBRASKA

LINCOLN AVS, Mary Reifschneider, 5429 Cleveland,
Lincoln, 68504

OMAHA AVC, Frank T. Kucirek, 3028 S. 42nd St.,
Omaha, 65105

T AND C AVS, Mrs. Frank Musil, Rt. 2, Box 31, Crete,
68333

NEVADA

AVS OF LAS VEGAS, Kathryn Smith, 1604 E.

McWilliams, Las Vegas, 89101
VEGAS VALLEY AVS, Melodye Galliher, 3165
Duneville, Las Vegas, 89102

NEW JERSEY

NEW JERSEY COUNCIL OF AVC's, Edward Bradford,
85-25 86th St., Woodhaven, NY 11421
AVC OF TRENTON, Flora Semen, 74 Kino Blvd.,
Trenton, 08619

BERGEN COUNTY AVS, Mrs. Richard Pareells, 65
DeWitt PL, Hackensack, 07601

* CENTRAL JERSEY AVS, Mrs. Salvador Petralia, 290

Dunhams Comer Rd., East Brunswich, 08816
CLIFTON AVS, Mrs. Barbara Craig, 57 Dumont Ave.,
Clifton, 070B

TOWN AND COUNTRY AVS, Mrs. Hank Schocker,
714 Coleman St., Easton, 18042
NEW MEXICO

ALBUQUERQUE AVC, Mrs. Charles Staat, 1701 Ken¬
tucky N.E., Albuquerque, 87110
DESERT NIGHT AVC, Ruth Allison, 4024 Windsor
Dr., Farmington, 87401

PASA TIEMPO AVC, Marie Filip, 483 Kiva, Los
Alamos, 87544

*SAN JUAN AVS, Fern Utton, P.O. Box 268, Aztec,
87410

VIOLETTA SOCIETY DE RIO GRANDE, Mrs. Agnes
Chadwick, 3411-21 Ave. S.E., Rio Rancho, 87124

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48

NEW YORK

* JUDGES COUNCIL OF NEW YORK STATE, Mi«
Leila Egenites, 29-50 214 Place, Bayside, 11360
NEW YORK STATE AVS, Mrs. WiUiam Meek, 214
Goodrich Ave., Syracuse, 13210
AVS OF ALBANY, Mrs. John J. Lynch, 273 Pawling
Ave., Troy, 12180

AVS OF GREATER NEW YORK, Joseph Kohn, 150-38
77th Ave., Flushing, 11367

AVS OF ROCFIESTER, Mrs. Priscilla Red Elk, 205 Pt.

Pleasant Rd., Rochester, 14622
AVS OF STATEN ISLAND, William Sorensen, 201
Utter Ave., Staten Island, 10314
AVS OF SYRACUSE, Fred Ticknor, Rd. #1, Box 306,
Central Square, 13036

AVS OF WESTERN NEW YORK, Mrs. Eric Vanhove,
47 Ascot Circle E., Amherst, 14051
CAPITAL DISTRICT AVS, Mrs. Allan Geis, 17 Albin
Rd., Delmar, 12054

CHENAGO VALLEY AVS, Mrs. Domonick Philip-
pone, Rd. 1, Norwich, 13815
COPPER CITY AVS, Wilson R, Hart, 118 S. Oescent
Dr., Rome, 13440

COUNTRY VIOLET GROWERS, Mrs. Helen
Worden, 22 Traner St., Frewsburg, 14738
HUDSON HIGHLANE)S AVS, Jo Anne Cumming, 45
Willow Ave., Cornwall, 12518
LEVnrOWN AVS OF LONG ISLAND, Mrs. Gert
Buckley, 1299 Chelsea Rd., Wantagh, 11793
LIVINGSTON COUNTY AND VICINITY AVC, Mrs.

Lettie Crawford, 3961 Bridge Rd., Geneseo, 14454
LONG ISLAND AVS, Mrs. Frank Vogt, 180 Waco St.,
Lindenhurst, 11757

MARK TWAIN AVS, Janet Hatcher, 88 EXirland Ave.,
Elmira, 14905

MOHAWK VALLEY AVS, John Peck, 716 Clifton Pk.,
Center Rd., Clifton Park, 12065
NASSAU COUNTY AVS, Howard Kroll, 3722 Regent
Lane, Wantagh, 11793

NEW YORK CITY AVS, Raymond Dooley, 33 CoU-
field Ave., Staten Island, 10302
NIAGARA FRONTIER AVS, Pamela &aft, 3611
Rhode Island Ave., Niagara Falls, 14305
NORTH STAR AVS, Mrs. Michael Wagner, 23 Verleys
Ave., West Northport, 11731
PAUMANOK AVS, Mrs. Jane Weber, 50 Belnap Dr.,
Northport, 11768

SEVHNJ VALLEY AVS, Elizabeth Morse, 20 LaMont
Circle, Cortland, 13045

SWEETWATER AVS, Gloria Rutmayer, 2 Hampton
St., Hauppauge, 11787

THOUSAND ISLANDS AVC, Mis. Arthur Allen, 561
Eastern Blvd., Watertown, 13601
UTICA AVS, Richard Shaffer, 5 Tharrott PL,
Whitesboro, 13492

VIOLET HOBBYIST SOCIETY, Mrs. Jamis Dowd,

Echo Road Rd. #2, Vestal, 13850

NORTH CAROLINA

AVS OF CHARLOTTE, Mrs. Roger Harp, 7511 Mid-
dlebury PL, Charlotte, 28212
GREEN THUMB AVS, Mrs. Lucille Prutsman, Rt. 1,
Box 351B, Rocky Mount, 27801

NORTH DAKOTA

TOWN AND COUNTRY AVC, Winifred Nichols, 110

21st St. N.W., Minot, 58701

OHIO

OHIO STATE AVS, Mrs. Harold Armstrong, 136 Mar¬
shall St., Conneaut, 44030

*AVS OF CANTON, Mrs. Joseph J. Micciche, 1216
Grassmere S.E., North Canton, 44709

* COLUMBUS AVS, Mrs, Wm. Hamilton, 568 East

Schreyer PL, Columbus, 43214
DeGRAFF AVS, Mrs. Walter Cordrey, 132 E. Ellis,
DeGraff, 43318

FIRST AV STUDY CLUB OF ASTABULA, Mrs.
Donna Connolly, 4743 North Bend Rd., Ashtabula,
44004

PARAMATOWN AVC, Cynthia Haefele, 9303
Madison Ave., Cleveland, 44102

* SPRINGFIELD AVC, Corliss Winters, 105 Ohio St.

Pairbom, 45324

TREATY TOWNE AVS, Mrs. Mary Riegle, 309 Evans,
Greenville, 45331

TOWN AND COUNTRY AVS, Evelyn Haas, 8999
Knollwood Ridge Rd., Concord, 44060
TRI AREA AVS, Mrs. L. B. Jones, 7732 Burkey Dr.,
Reynoldsburg, 43068

TRI-CITY AVS, Mrs. Geo. Roecker, 1417 Covington
Ave., Piqua, 45356

OKLAHOMA

AVS OF GREATER TULSA, Mrs. Juanita Freeman,
5332 S. Columbia, Tulsa, 74105
INDIAN CAPITOL AVS OF MUSKOGEE, Mrs. E. A.

Alberty, 109 South 36th, Muskogee, 74401
LAWTON AVS, Mrs. William Brukner, 2107 Gore,
Lawton, 73501

OKLAHOMA AVS, Mrs. Beulah Ward, 1143 N.W 95
St., Oklahoma City, 73114

OREGON

AVS A SALEM CHAPTER, Mrs. Perry Bartlemay, 1444
Ferry St. S.E., Salem, 97301
PORTLAND AVS, Anna MacNeill, 7504 S.W 30
Ave., Portland, 97202

SAINTPAULIANS, Mre. Bob Morrison, 12626 S.E.
Bass Lane, Milwaukie, 97222

PENNSYLVANIA

AVS OF GREATER PITTSBURGH, Mrs. Howard
Singer, 1516 Beachwood Blvd., Pittsbirrgh, 15217

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AVS OF LOWER BUCK'S COUNTY, William
Lyons, 38 Indian Creek Dr., Levittown, 19057
AVS OF PHILADELPHIA, Alice Easter, 368 E. Gorgas
Lane, Philadelphia, 19119

LEHIGH VALLEY AVS, Mrs. John Paul, 1824 Ferry St.,
Easton, 18042

LENAPE VIOLET CLUB, Constance Baer, 82
Smoketown Rd., Quakertown, 18951
LEWISTOWN AVS, Mrs. Raymond Hickman, 622
Freedom Ave., Burnham, 17009
MANOR AVS, Mrs. Gladys Souque, 4356 Penn St.,
Philadelphia, 19124

STATE COLLEGE AVS, Mrs. Janet Donaldson, 218
Canterbury Dr., State College, 16801

RHODE ISLAND

RHODE ISLAND AVS, Mrs. Lawrence Miller, 38
Rounds Ave., Providence, 02907

SOUTH CAROLINA

COLUMBIA AVS, Mrs. M. B. Robinson, Rt. 1, Box
493, West Columbia, 29169
FIRST AVS OF SPARTANBURG, Mrs. H. D. Ran¬
dolph, 123 Shoally Pk. Dr., Spartanburg, 29303
FIRST AVC OF SUMTER, Mrs. Joyce Williams, Rt. 2,
Box 45, Sumter, 29150

ROWERTOWN VC OF SUMMERVILLE, Mrs. Helen
Drury, 2762 Mawood Ave., Charleston Heights,
29405

GREENVILLE AVC, Mrs. W. C. Chiles, 301 Yorkshire
Di., Greenville, 29615

NORTH CHARLESTON HRST AVS, Mis. Betty
Black, 5318 Hartford Circle N., Charleston, 29406
PEE DEE AVS, Mrs. Margie Notess, 2700 Ivywood
Rd., Florence, 29501

RUTH FREEMAN AVS, Mrs. B. B. Sanders, III, 701
Jefferson, Bennettsville, 29512
VIOLET STUDY CLUB OF SPARTANBURG, Mrs.
Linda Cobb, Rt. 7, Box 352, Spartanburg, 29303
SOUTH DAKOTA

SO~DAK VIOLET CLUB, Rosemarie Brashier, 928
Maplewood Dr., Madison, 57042
TENNESSEE

BEDFORD COUNTY AVC, Mrs. Katie Sue Parks, Old
TuUahoma Hwy., Shelbyville, 37160
* BLUR CITY AVC, Mrs. Rita Cooper, Rt. 2, Box 223,
Millington, 38053

L. C. VIOLETEERS, Mrs. Jean Elliott, Rt. 7, Box 90,
Lenoir City, 37771

MEMPHIS AND SFIELBY COUNTY AVS, Mrs. W. A.

Fowler, 4922 Flamingo Rd., Memphis, 38117
NASHVILLE AVC, Mrs. Tom Brakebill, 609 Harpeth
Beno Dr., Nashville, 37221

TENNESSEE VALLEY AVC, Dale Williams, 7737
Camberly Dr., Powell, 37849
WILSON COUNTY AVC, Mrs. Brad Simpson, 124
Pennsylvania Ave., Lebanon, 37087

TEXAS

* CENTRAL TEXAS JUDGES COUNCIL, Gladys Hud-

nall, 8612 Winding Walk, Austin, 78758
GREATER HOUSTON AV COUNCIL, Meredith M.

Hall, 922 East 14th St. Houston, 77009
LONE STAR AV COUNCIL, Bill Foster, 3610 Gray Dr.,
Mesquite, 75150

* NORTH TEXAS AV JUDGES COUNCIL, Mrs. W. H.

Patterson, 2005 Arbrook Blvd., Arlington, 76015

* SAN ANTONIO AV COUNCIL, Mrs. R. L. Hummer,

10606 Sunflower Ln., San Antonio, 78213
ABILENE AVS, Mrs. Betty Bozeman, 40 Cambridge
Ct., Abilene, 79603

AVC OF GALVESTON, Mrs. Kate Frazier, 16606
Flounderway, Rt. 1, Box 166B-162, Galveston, 77551
AV CULTURE CLUB OF PORT ARTHUR, Mrs. N. T.

Bass, 2245 3rd St., Port Neches, 77651
AVS OF EAST TEXAS, Mrs. Marjorie Waldrop, 1719
Mahon, Tyler, 75701

AVS OF SAN MARCOS, Mrs. Rebecca Evans, 2305
Dijon, Cedar Park, 78613

AVS OF HOUSTON, Jane Rexilius, 6014 Dellfem,
Houston, 77035

ALAMO AVS, Mrs. V. F. Fritsch, 418 Ackard, San
Antonio, 78221

ALPHA AVS OF DALLAS, Suzanne Roberts, 5739
Marview, Dallas, 75227

* BLOOMIN' VIOLET CLUB, Mrs. Walter Stallings,

3709 Glenmont Dr., Ft. Worth, 76133
BRIGHT AND LIVELY VC, Jackie Strickland, 1213
Connie, Alvin, 77511

BROWN COUNTY HEART O TEXAS AVS, Iris
Rudeseal, 4413 McArthur Circle, Brownwood, 76801
CORPUS CHRISTI AVS, Mrs. Roger Sanderfer, 5626
Dominica, Corpus Christi, 78411
DIE WUNDERBARE AVS, Rev. Charles Dehaven, 763
Laurel Lane, New Braunfels, 78130

* FALLS AVS, Mrs. Hal Mitchell, 107 Royal Dr., Marlin,

76661

FIRST AVC OF WEATHERFORD, Christine Palmer,
108 Live Oak Ln., Weatherford, 76086
FIRST AVS OF AMARILLO, Sondra Cargle, 1700
Creekmere Canyon, 79015

FIRST AVS OF CANYON LAKE, Mrs. G. W.

Goodrich, Rt. 4, Box 426E, Canyon Lake, 78130
FIRST AVS OF DENTON, Mrs. Joyn Curry, 617
Mimosa Dr., Denton, 76201

* FIRST AVS OF KINGSVILLE, Mrs. Clara Mae Mar-

cotte, 912 Hall St., Kin^ville, 78363
FIRST AVS OF SAN ANTONIO, Margaret Kerr, 2446
Sof trees Dr., San Antonio, 78209

* FIRST AVS OF SEGUIN, Mrs. Mildren Greenwood,

619 E. Cedar, Seguin, 78155
FIRST AVS OF WICHTTA FALLS, Mrs. Charles Davis,
4435 Call Field Rd., Wichita Falls, 76308

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50

* FIRST ARLINGTON AVS, Mrs. Buddy Ponder, 204

Stonecreek Dr., Arlington, 76014

* FIRST AUSTIN AVS, Mrs. J. D. Spence, 6808

Duquesne, Austin, 78723

FIRST NIGHTER AVS, Mrs. Susan Whitaker, 2320
Greenhill Dr., Mesquite, 75150
*FORT BEND AVC, Cecille Keltner, Rt. 2, Box 207M,
Needville, 77461

FORT WORTH AVS, Mrs. Rodney Fergon, 7517
Overhill Rd., Ft. Worth, 76116
FRIENDSHIP AVS, Mrs. W. F. Montgomery, Rt. 1, Box
154, Ivanhoe, 75447

GREEN THUMB AVS OF SAN ANTONIO, Hazel
Wyatt, 1002 Hot Wells Blvd., San Antonio, 78223
*HILL COUNTRY AVS, Alene King, 1747 Branden¬
burg, San Antonio, 78232

* HOUSTON GESNERIAD SOCIETY, Billie GoUa, 6203

Rollingbrook, Houston, 77096
KATY MEMORIAL AVC, Sheilia Davis, 14121 Lost
Meadow, Houston, 77079

KIRBYVILLE AVS, Alto Wayne Dougharty, 303 E.

Pecan St., Kirbyville, 75956
LUBBOCK AVS, Patricia Harris, 2808 25th St., Lub¬
bock, 79410

* MAGIC KNIGHT AVS, Sarah Villarreal, 380 Mustang

Circle, San Antonio, 78232
MARSHALL AVS, Mrs. Cecil Gandy, 401 Crestwood,
P.O. Box 2053, Marshall, 75670
*MID COUNTY SAINTPAULIANS, Mrs. Dick Jones,
2709 Vernon, Nederland, 77627
MONDAY NIGHT VIOLETEERS, Linda Crawford,
Box 235, Archer City, 76351
MONTCO AVC, Myrlene Zimmerman, 56 River Plan¬
tation Dr., Conroe, 77302

MOONLIGHT AVS, Mrs. Margie Carmichall, 1128
Tradwood Dr., Hurst, 76053
NASA AREA AVS, Mrs. Sally Werner, 15903 Parksley,
Houston, 77059

NEW BRAUNFELS TWILIGHT AVS, Melva Neuse,
Rt. 1, Box 77M, New Braunfels, 78130
NIGHT OWL AVC, Mrs. Royce Heard, 715 Delmar
Lane, Arlington, 76012

RIVERS BEND AVC, Mrs. Jim Rutta, P.O. Box 644,
Columbus, 78934

SOUTH PLAINS AVS, Mrs. Everette Butler, Rt. 1, Box
133, Anton, 793B

SPRING BRANCH AVC, Nancy Hudson, 2142 Camp¬
bell Rd., Houston, 77080

STARLIGHT AVC, Ruth Wagner, 704 Kay ton, San
Antonio, 78210

SWEET VI-O-LETS, Carol Thomas, 9813 Deer Trail,
Houston, 77038

TEXAS STAR AVC, AUie Moore, 1907 Main, Big
Springs, 79720

TWICE AS NICE AVC, Florence Garber, Rt. 2, Box
252H, Texarkana, 75501

VALLEY AVS, Mrs. Mary Caldwell, 705 Lindberg
Edinburg 78501

VIOLET HARMONY CLUB, Mrs. Jack Dacy, 6237
Whitman Ave., Ft. Worth, 76133

UTAH

AVS OF UTAH, Monte Pearce, 877 E. 300 N., Layton,
84041

BONNEVILLE AVS, Monte Pearce, 877 E. 300 N.,
Layton, 84041

WASATCH SAINTPAULIANS, Virginia B. Horton,
348 N. 4th West, Brigham City, 84302

VIRGINIA

OLD DOMINION AVC, Lauren Frankel, 7843 Rectory
Lane, Annandale, 22003

* POTOMAC COUNCIL OF AV JUDGES, Mi^. Arthur

Boland, 6415 Wilcox Ct., Alexandria, 22310

*LYNNHAVEN AVS, Mrs. Connie Salland, 1625
Wildwood Dr., Virginia Beach, 23454
RICHMOND AVS, Mrs. C. Ray Doggett, 5309 Wind-
ingbrook Rd., Richmond, 23227
TIDEWATER AVS, Mrs. Randolph Edmondson, 110
East Chester St., Norfolk, 23503

WASHINGTON

*AVS OF GRAYS HARBOR, Carolyn Blacketer, 1014
Randall St., Aberdeen, 98520
LONGVIEW AVC, Joan Graham, 1210 River Ave.,
Kelso, 98626

SAINTPAULIA SOCIETY OF TACOMA, Mrs. Jerry
Donion, 3916 N. 36, Tacoma, 98407
VALLEY AVS, Sue Chambers, 3118 Easy St., Wenat¬
chee, 98801

WEST VIRGINIA

HUNTINGTON AVS, Mrs. Clayton Dunlap, 1942
Wiltshire Blvd., Huntington, 25705
TYGARTS VALLEY AVS, Nancy Riggleman, Rt. 1,
Box 6, Huttonsville, 26273

WISCONSIN

WISCONSIN COUNCIL OF AVCs, Alfred Alf, 4021
Antler Dr., Beloit, 53511

AV LOVERS OF MANITOWOC, Mre. Don Burkart,
12A Terrace Park, Kiel, 53042

*BLUEMOUND AVC, Mrs. Eberhardt Schreiber, Jr.,
4850 S. 39th St., Greenfield, 53221
COUNTRYSIDE AVC, Mrs. Wm. Wall, 4742 Lafayette
Dr., Madison, 53705

CROSSTOWN AVC, Mis. Otto Kappel, 4322 Hillcrest
Dr., Madison, 53705

DAYTIDE AVC, Mrs. David Szalanski, 3355 Ann
Louise Dr., New Berlin, 53151

* EVENING VIOLETEERS AVC, Mrs. Karen Lehmann,

2403 Red Maple Rd., Wausau, 54401
FIRST AVC OF WEST ALLIS, Mis. Helen Bartel, 6409
W. Wilbur Ave., Milwaukee, 53220

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51

HRST AVS OF BELOIT, Mrs. Fred Scudder, 1929
Walton Ln., Beloit, 53511

* FOX VALLEY AVC, Barb Novotny, 623 Buchanon St.,

Appleton, 54911

GREEN BAY AREA AVS, Margaret Harrill, 1542
Deckner Ave., Green Bay, 54302
GREEN THUMB AVC, Fred Scudder, 1929 Walton Ln.,
Beloit, 53511

LAKESHORE SABMTPAULLA CLUB OF RACINE,

Mrs. David Buchta, 2822 Michigan Blvd., Racine,
53402

LATE BLOOMERS AVC, Janice Kutzleb, Rt. 1, Box 36,
Monroe, 53566

MILWAUKEE AVS, Mrs. J. Monroe Achauer, 7818 W.

Lynmar Ct., Milwaukee, 53222
OAK CREEK GESNERLAD GROWERS, Chris Kem-
mering, 3775 S. 27th St. #100, Milwaukee, 53221

* OCONOMOWOC AVS, Irene MerreU, 409 Hillendale

Dr., Oconomowoc, 53066

* RAINBOW VIOLETEERS, Mrs. Trudy Klundt, 2320

Kevenauer Dr., Brookfield, 53051

RIVERSIDE AVS, Mrs. Florette Braatz, 1301 Sunny
Ridge Rd., Pewaukee, 53012
SHEBOYGAN AREA AVS, Sandra ]. Mai, 304 New
York Ave., Sheboygan, 53081
SHOW AND TELL AVC, Mrs. Linda Denter, W264 S.

736 Huntley Ct., Waukesha, 53186
SOUTH TOWNE AVC, Mrs. Verna Gaydos, 1629 S.
79th St., West Allis, 53214

* SUNDAY AV MATINEE, Mrs. Marilyn Corlew, 4535
N. Cramer, Whitefish Bay, 53211
VELVET BLOOMERS AVC OF MADISON, Lois
Amacher, 1102 Gilbert Rd., Madison, 53711
WAUKESHA VIOLETEERS, Mrs. Dick Riddle, 404
Meadowland, Eagle, 53119

WYOMING

SHERIDAN AVC, Mrs. H. J. Bigelow, 37 S. Main St.,
Sheridan, 82801

TUMBLEWEEDS AVS, Muriel J. Forney, 501 Bradley
#9, Laramie, 82070

♦

Thrips —

Where Is A Good Place To Start?

Mrs. Frank Ruff, Jr.

Star Route 2
19491 Cherry Lane
Tehachapi, CA 93561

I've had a problem with thrips on my African violets
for quite some time now. The problem is compounded
since I have a rose garden right outside the door and
numerous other plants nearby for the little pests to
thrive on. The infestation is always worse in summer
when doors and windows are open.

Since I do not want to use poisons in the house any
more than is ABSOLUTELY necessary, my standard
treatment for thrips has consisted of fumigation of
affected plants in a box containing a shell strip for 8-12
hours (overnight) and repeated as necessary. This keeps
thrips population down somewhat, but is not too prac¬
tical when many plants are involved as is usually the
case when plants are growing so close together.

Recently I began thinking about a possible solution.
The life cycle of thrips has one stage (pupal) that takes
place in the soil. I feel that by dusting the soil with a
comparatively safe insecticide — such as rotenone or
pyrethrum — the thrips would be killed before it
emerges as an adult.

I bought a duster — a not too satisfactory one
because it is too large — and dusted the soil with a 2 %
rotenone powder. Within two weeks I began noticing

the flowers were larger, with stamens intact, and lasted
longer. There were few or no thrips visible except on
one plant (Neptune) that has seemed especially attrac¬
tive to them. I had only dusted one shelf out of five so
thought possible bugs immigrated from nearby shelves.
Later I discovered that by accident 'Neptune was the
only plant on the shelf not dusted.

All plants have now been treated and am waiting for
a more complete evaluation, but I feel fairly certain that
by interrupting the thrips' life cycle a good summer con¬
trol and winter eradication may be possible.

- - - ^ -

Show Entry Tags

Do you need entry tags for your African violet shows?

Then purchase them from The African Violet Society,
Inc., P.O. Box 1326, Knoxville, TN, 37901.

The show entry tags are selling at $2.50 per hundred —
so send check to AVSA for the number you'll need, and
you'll find yourself rid of a lot of bother and worry.

This is just another service being provided members by
AVSA, an additional $2.00 for postage is appreciated.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

52

Potting Mixtures, Watering Methods
And Fertilizers for African Violets

Raymond F. Hasek
University of California
Cooperative Extension
Davis, CA 95616

Regardless of the type of medium, method of water¬
ing or application of fertilizers, growing African
violets successfully should be considered as a system
rather than segregated parts. The following discussion
will attempt to put the relationships of these factors in
proper perspective with each other.

Soil -Media -Mixtures. Many potting mixtures used
in growing African violets contain relatively smaller
percentages of soil than they did in the past. Materials
which used to be considered "amendments” are now
integral, and often major parts of a medium. In many
instances the plants are growing in soilless culture.
Most media used by commercial growers are just that.

What should be the marks of a good medium? The
following factors are good indicators:

1. Be well aerated (Porous).

2. Hold a reasonable amount of water.

3. Hold a reasonable amount of nutrients

(Fertilizers).

4. Be disease-free.

Should you buy a prepared potting mix or should
you develop your own? The answer to this depends
upon the number of plants to be grown and the ambi¬
tion of the grower. If a prepared mix is used it is
always a good idea to check the label and determine
what fertilizer materials, if any, have been incor¬
porated before using. Phosphorus, for example, might
be difficult to disperse through the medium by merely
applying it to the surface and watering in; therefore, it
is best to incorporate some form of this element prior
to planting.

The quality of soils, peat and many other constit¬
uents of a potting mix vary greatly. A loam soil can
contain much clay which results in high nutrient and
water holding capacity. Sandy loam soils would have
less potential for both of these qualities while values in
sand would be extremely low by comparison. The
coarseness of grind and the origin of peat moss
influences the effective aeration it can supply the pot¬
ting mix. Many authorities recommend leaf mold as a
component of a good African violet potting soil. If
composted by the user it is safe enough but if the
original leaves were gathered as sweepings from city
streets there is always a possibility of oil or grease con¬
tamination along with other impurities which could
make the material less than desirable.

Redwood sawdust or finely ground bark have been
used successfully by many growers although care must
be exercised in the use of sawdust since it can contain
copious amounts of available manganese unless com¬
posted thoroughly before use. The origin of the red¬
wood stand influences the manganese content. Man¬
ganese in itself is essential for plant growth but
in excess quantities it causes plant damage. On
the other hand, fir bark and sawdust are relatively
safe materials.

Let's examine the materials most often used by
growers, both professional and amateur, in potting
mixes for African violets on the basis of their nutrient
holding ability (Cation Exchange Capacity) and water
holding characteristics.

Material

Nutrient

Holding Ability

Water

Holding Capacity

Clay Soil

Very High

High

Clay Loam Soil

High

High

Sandy Loam Soil

Moderately High

Moderate

Sphagnum Peat Moss

Moderately High

Very High

Vermiculite

Low*

Moderate

Leaf Mold

Low

Low

Perlite

Low

Low

Redwood or Fir

Low

Low

Sand

Low

Low

Peanut Hulls

Low

Low

Rice Hulls

Low

Low

Styrofoam

Low

Low

*On the volume basis the value would be low but on a weight basis it
would be considerably higher.

When developing a potting blend it should be
remembered that the ability of the components to hold
nutrients or water is not additive; that is, two
materials having low values do not, when mixed
together, produce a potting medium having double the
value of either component by itself. Contrary to old
wives' tales adding sand to a clay soil does not
"lighten" it, whatever that means. Often sand added to
a fine textured soil produces a heavy, poorly aerated
mixture with more attributes for being a good concrete
than a growing medium. Sand by itself which contains
15% or more of silt and clay has a tendency to "set up"
and be poorly aerated.

Trying to recommend one sure-fire potting mix
which would suit all growers would be futile. It is suf-

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53

ficient to point out that by knowing what materials
and what proportions thereof constitute a potting
medium, watering and fertilization practices necessary
for producing excellent African violets can be pre¬
dicted with reasonable certainty. Mixtures containing
relatively large percentages of materials having low
water holding capacities will require frequent watering
since the mixture has droughty characteristics and
should be recognized as such. Likewise, mixtures of
materials having low nutrient holding capacities will
also need more frequent fertilizer applications.

If an "artificial” mix is used, generally the com¬
ponents such as peat, perlite, vermiculite and others
are disease-free and the mixture will not need steriliza¬
tion. Those containing soil, leaf mold and the like
might contain a variety of pests and diseases. They
usually require some sort of sterilization as a protec¬
tive measure against infecting the new transplants.
The most common sterilization procedure is to
thoroughly mix the ingredients, wet them to potting
consistency. The mixture is then placed in an open pan
in an oven where the temperature of the mix is raised
to 160° F for 30 minutes. This is sufficient to eliminate
practically all plant pests and diseases. Unfortunately,
some soils emit strong and unpleasant odors on
heating; therefore, it is best to carry on the sterilization
process in as well ventilated surroundings as possible.

For growers propagating their own plants, selection
of a potting mixture is unlimited; however, plants pur¬
chased from a nursery or garden center might be
another matter. When need for repotting arises the
grower's preferred potting mix might be, and often is,
vastly different from the original nursery medium. To
avoid problems, a repotting mixture of 1 part
sphagnum peat moss, 1 part perlite (sponge rock) and
1 part vermiculite usually provides a safe alternative.

Watering. Hand watering using a long spout water¬
ing device is probably the most common method.
When overhead watering it is imperative that the
water temperature be that of room temperature or
above. A water temperature of up to 95° F is still safe.
As any experienced African violet grower knows, cold
water applied to the leaves can result in bleached white
configurations on them. Often this is mistaken for a
viral condition at first glance. To avoid accumula¬
tion of salts contained in the water supply or ferti¬
lizers applied, sufficient amounts of water should
be applied at the time of each watering to produce
some leachate. If sufficient water is applied to result
in runoff of 10-15% of the total volume used to
saturate the medium, danger from salt accumulation is
usually avoided. Where no runoff is induced a
thorough leaching once a month is necessary to avoid
stunting or other symptoms of poor plant growth
from developing.

Wick watering has gained popularity over the
years. This system merely introduces water to the base
of the potting mixture at the bottom of the pot
through capillary movement of water along a wicking
material suspended into a water or nutrient solution
below. The following items should be considered.

1. Prepared wick materials work best but heavy
cord, small rope and even nylon stocking strips have
been used to conduct the liquid.

2. The wick should be unbraided for a few inches
and the individual strands spread out like the spokes
of a wheel on the bottom of the pot.

3. As a precaution, presoak the wick in water or
nutrient solution prior to installing.

4. After potting, water thoroughly so that the
medium is saturated and some runoff has occurred.
This establishes a good water column from the top of
the medium to the reservoir. Actual water movement
in the medium will depend upon particle size to a
great degree.

5. Place the free wick end in the reservoir and sus¬
pend the potted plant above it.

6. Since salts dissolved in water travel upward with
the water movement there eventually occurs an accu¬
mulation of salts in the upper layer of the medium. A
thorough leaching is needed once a month to drive out
the excess salts and prevent plant damage.

Mat watering systems. There are several materials
available to the commercial grower which act as con¬
ductors of water and nutrient solutions to the bases of
the pots. These are generally supplied with a liquid
phase through ooze tube watering systems. For the
amateur a level platform with slightly raised edges can
provide a site for mat watering provided it is perfectly
level. Thin 1" x 2" strips nailed to all edges provide a
raised barrier for the prevention of liquid runoff when
water is applied to the mat. A water-proof sheet such
as polyethylene is laid over the entire platform or
bench. On top of the polyethylene, a sheet of mat
material is laid which acts as a conductor of water or
nutrient solution. Fiberglass insulation sheets to 1"
thick work reasonably well in this respect. When
water or nutrient solutions are applied in quantities
sufficient to soak the fiberglass or mat layer, liquid is
prevented from escaping by the elevated edges of the
platform. When the pots are set firmly on the mat
material, they should be watered thoroughly to
establish a continuous water column between medium
and mat. Where mat material is not available a sand
layer can be substituted. One disadvantage of the mat
watering system is the algae growth which occurs on
the mat or sand surface. Mats are harder to keep free
of algae growth but the surface of the sand can be
disturbed through scraping which eliminates algae
problems in a hurry.

Special hydroponic pots have been developed in

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54

which the plants are grown in synthetic media con¬
tained in a slotted inner pot. The nutrient solution is
held in an outer or surrounding reservoir at a pre¬
scribed level so as to maintain a constant source of
water and nutrients for the plants at all times. To
maintain the proper liquid level a special float
indicator is located in a tube inserted into the reser¬
voir. The level of the liquid can be observed at all
times and additions made as needed. This system is
popular with amateurs in West Germany where it is
referred to as "Hydroculture". Other systems are
available with ceramic inner pots instead of slotted
ones but the watering principle is the same.

FertUization. There are literally dozens of fertilizers
available to plant growers each one of which states
certain claims to fame on the label. If the African
violet grower understands what the contents are and
what concentration is needed to produce good growth
there is no problem. However, unless the label is read
thoroughly and understood, the amounts used can be
disastrously too high or too low. For most practical
purposes, the element usually incorporated in the
potting medium at the time of mixing is phosphorus.
This element doesn't move through the soil or media
readily and most plantpersons feel good distribution at
the time of medium preparation is an added insurance
policy in the prevention of any future deficiency.
Calcium in the form of Gypsum (Calcium Sulfate) or
Lime (Calcium Carbonate) can also be added at the
time of mixing. If a commercial potting mix is pur¬
chased, read the label to determine what nutrients, if
any, it contains. This can be a guide as to future fer¬
tilizer needs. If the potting medium is to be prepared
from "scratch", then the following materials might be
used in the suggested quantities.

Lime — Calcium
Carbonate
Gypsum —
Calcium Sulfate
Single

Sup>erphosphate

(0-20-0)

Treble

Superphosphate

(0-45-0)

2-4 lbs. /cubic yard
2-4 lbs. /cubic yard

2-4 lbs. /cubic yard

1-2 lbs. /cubic yard

1-2 oz. /cubic feet
1-2 oz. /cubic feet

1-2 oz. /cubic feet

V2-I oz. /cubic feet

Unless accurate scales are available it is best to pro¬
vide other plant nutrients after potting in the liquid or
controlled release fertilizer forms.

Since the foliage on mature plants usually covers the
medium surface, dry fertilizers applied to the top of
the pot can cause damage to the petioles or leaves. A
soluble dry fertilizer dissolved in water and applied as
a liquid feed circumvents the problem nicely. With the
large number of fertilizer formulations available, it is
best to select one or two and test the suitability of label
recommendations for the media being used. Granted

this is a broad order but due to the vast multiples of
combinations, possible specific suggestions are of
relatively little value. A general rule of thumb for
feeding levels of liquid fertilizers is approximately 1(X)
parts per million of nitrogen (N) and 75 parts per
million of potassium (K).

Controlled release fertilizers work well for young
plants and plants which are hand watered overhead.
Easy access for spreading the controlled release prills is
a necessity to prevent too high a fertilizer concentra¬
tion from reaching the roots below in a localized sec¬
tion of the pot. An even surface on the potting
medium also prevents fertilizer concentrations, if they
are evenly applied.

If all the previously mentioned recommendations
are followed and pitfalls avoided, well-grown African
violet plants should be the result. However, there is no
pushbutton or cookbook method for growing plants
— any plants. Growing plants at their greatest poten¬
tial still remains an art as well as a science.

TWO LOVELY PLANTS — Pictured are Best in
Show and Second Best in Show at the Long
isiand AVS annuai show. L-R: Anne Lee hoiding
her plant ‘Her Majesty’ (Best in Show), Dolores
O’Sullivan, Show Chairman, Cherie Block
holding her plant ‘Raspberry Star’ (Second Best
in Show).

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

55

COMING

EVENTS

NOV. 7-8 CONNECTICUT - Nutmeg State AVS' annual
show, "Violet State Fair", at Vale Motor Inn, Route 5, Wallingford. Nov.
7, 2-5 p.m.; Nov. 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Co-chairmen, Richard Bower and
Marge Fargeot.

NOV. 7-8 TEXAS — The Lone Star AV Council to hold fall Council
show, "Violets Tour Texas", Northpark Inn Convention Center, 9300
North, Central Expressway, Dallas. Nov. 7, 1-h p.m.; Nov. 8, 10 a.m.-2
p.m. Admission free. Public invited. Show chairmen, Paula Foster and
Martha Turner.

NOV. 21-22 CALIFORNIA — Southern California Council will pre¬
sent its annual show/sale at the Huntington Center Mall, 7777 Edinger,
Huntington Beach. Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Nov. 22, 12 noon-5 p.m.
Admission free. Show chairman, Ralph Breden. Information, Vivian
Morgan, (714) 546-9619.

JAN. 16-17 OKLAHOMA — The Green Country AV Study Club of
Tulsa's first show/sale at the Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 South Peoria,
Tulsa. Jan. 16, 1-5 p.m.; Jan. 17, 1-5 p.m. Admission free. Public
welcome. Show chairman, Alayne Halter; president, Kaye Burnham.

FEB. 13-14 TEXAS — Fort Worth AVS; 20th annual show, "Violets
Are LUV", at Fort Worth Botanical Center, Feb. 13, 1-3:30 p.m.; Feb. 14,
1-3 p.m. Public invited; no admission. Show chairman, Mrs. Robert D.
Early; President, Mrs. Rodney M. Fur^gon.

FEB. 27-28 MISSOURI — Metropolitan St. Louis AVS' 28th annual
show, "Violets in Fantasyland" in Lehmann Building, Missouri Botanical
(Shaw's) Gardens, 2101 Tower Grove Avenue, St. Louis. Feb. 27, 9
a.m.-5 p.m.; Feb. 28, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Show chairman, Mrs. Davis (Patty)
Smith; president, Mrs. Edward M. (Flo) WUlets.

MAR. 20 MISSOURI ~ Metropolitan St. Louis AVS' third annual
Awards Dinner, Lehmann BuOding Auditorium, Missouri Botanical
(Shaw's) Gardens, 2101 Tower Geove Avenue, St. Louis 7 p.m. Chair¬
man, Stretch Smith.

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Warning About
Vermiculite

Violet growers who use vermiculite for starting
seeds and leaves take care that the vermiculite is
domestic, not African. Jay S. Koths, extension
floriculturist at the University of Connecticut, warns
that African vermiculite is very high in magnesium,
which results in calcium deficiency.

"Also,” he added, "its pH may be as high as 10
— this is neutralized when the vermiculite is mixed
with soil or sphagnum peat, but causes a problem
when the vermiculite is used alone."

AVS A Emblems

Wear an AVS A emblem with pride that you
are a part of the 30, (XX) member AVS A family.

Affiliates: Do you present the newly elected
president with an emblem with chain and gavel
attached to be worn during the term of office and
passed on to the succeeding president at the
installation ceremony? This is a nice tradition for
an Affiliate.

STERLING SILVER OR
lOK GOLD HLLED

Pin . $10.00

Pin / gavel ( for President ) . 12.00

Charm . 10.00

Charm/gavel (for President) . . 12.00

Tie Tack . . 10.00

Tie Tack/gavel (for President) ........ 12.00

Earrings /pair . 16.00

Bracelet . 8.00

Judge's Charm . 8.00

Judge's Charm/disc. . . 9.(X)

Judge's Guard Pin . 8.00

Gavel /chain . 7.00

14K GOLD

Pin . 70.00

Pin/gavel ( for President ) . 70.00

Charm . 70.00

Charm /gavel (for President) . 70.00

Gavel /chain . 18.00

Life Member Pin . 70.00

Life Member Tie Tack . . 70.00

Prices are subject to change should our cost,
when reordering, be increased.

AVSA Office, PO. Box 1326, Knoxville,
TN 37901

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

56

i^mr

Barbara Hubbard Publicity Chairman
1982 Syracuse Convention

For 400 years, the territory of the Greater Syracuse
area has been the focal point for activity in New York
State and the American /Canadian Northeast.

Under the leadership of Chief Hiawatha, the Iroquois
Confederacy became recognized as the most sophis¬
ticated political and administrative organization in
American Indian culture.

While the Indian territorial control grew in the early
1600's, the natural water and land access routes brought
the first white men, led by French explorer Samuel de
Champlain, to Central New York in 1616.

In the early 1790's military land grants awarded to
Revolutionary War Veterans brought the first main
influx of American settlers to Central New York.

Industry quickly followed with the production and
packing of salt from the springs surrounding Onondaga
late in 1800.

Centrally located at the transportation hub of New
York State, Syracuse became easily accessible to the
East and West with the opening of the Erie Canal in the
1820's. The pavement of Erie Boulevard follows the
route of the old canal. In downtown Syracuse today,
the Weighlock Building, the only one of its kind in the
country and one of two in the world, serves as a
museum of canal history. We have included this in our
city tour for you.

Syracuse's two interstate highways, an international
airport, water links to the Great Lakes and Atlantic
Ocean, rail freight yards, and bus service give Syracuse
one of the country's finest transportation networks.

The Syracuse area is New York State's third largest
manufacturing center. Known originally as the candle
capital of the United States and for its vitrified china
products — both thriving today, Syracuse is the home
of industry diversified between heavy manufacturing
and consumer products.

General Electric Co. is the largest industrial employer
in the area specializing in heavy military. Crouse-Hinds
Co. which began in Syracuse and has an annual sales of
a quarter-billion dollars, is the maker of airport lighting
and traffic lighting. Carrier Corporation has its world
headquarters here. Also prominent are R. E. Dietz Co.,
New York State's oldest family owned industry and
makers of specialized lighting for cars, trucks, etc., and
the Joseph J. Pietrafesa Co., Inc., manufacturer of
menswear. Bristol Laboratories, Allied Chemical, Cru¬

cible Steel, General Motors and Chrysler Corporation's
New Process Gear Plant. Newly added to the commu¬
nity is Anheuser-Busch, Inc. and Miller Brewing Co.

About 40 percent of the acreage in Onondaga
County is farmland while in adjacent counties farmers
and dairymen use a larger percentage of the land.
It is the national headquarters of Agway, the
major Northeastern farm cooperative and of leading
dairy cooperatives.

Accessibility and central location make Syracuse a
natural center for regional and national convention
activity. It is predicted that during the decade of the
80's, Syracuse will host over 200 conventions per year.
Modernization of Hotel Syracuse with its addition of
200 more rooms and banquet facilities for 1,200 now
underway, will be the headquarters for the AVSA con¬
vention, Hotel Syracuse is one of our finest hotels.

This past summer Syracuse was host to the National
Sports Festival — and not by accident, Syracuse boasts
some of the very finest in facilities for all sporting events
with its Carrier Dome, War Memorial, MacArthur
Stadium, Olympic swimming pools, Manley Field
House and other Olympic facilities throughout the city.

Adding throngs of visitors to Syracuse annually are
the 10 day New York State Fair, New York State Empire
Games, International Rowing Association champion¬
ships. The only covered stadium on a college campus,
the 50,000 seat Carrier Dome at Syracuse University
will house hundreds of athletic and non-athletic events.
We are planning to visit the Dome on our city tour.

With over 15,000 students on the main campus,
Syracuse University is a major influence in the com¬
munity. Syracuse University offers a broad choice of
courses through its downtown University College.
Other private institutions in Syracuse include Jesuit Le
Moyne College with an enrollment of 1,800 and Onon¬
daga Community College with 6,000 or more. Many
famous institutions can be found in the surrounding
area, such as, Cornell, Colgate, Hobart, William Smith,
Hamilton, Ithica College.

Syracuse is a natural for recreation. The mix of lakes,
mountains, sunshine and snow has made the region
home for thousands of athletically minded families. The
combinations of seasonal indoor and outdoor activity
are limited only by time and imagination. ’

Spectator sports also play a major role in Syracuse.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

57

The Carrier Dome is home to the Orange football team,
Syracuse basketball squad (generally one of the most
exciting teams in the nation). Baseball locally means the
Syracuse Chiefs of the International League, the highest
ranking training ground for tomorrow s major leaguers.
For horse racing, the % mile track at Vernon Downs —
45 minutes east of Syracuse, is among the fastest
harness tracks in the nation. We have included this in
our tour program.

Syracuse stands tall with pride in its many offerings
in the cultural field. The full -season symphony
orchestra with Christopher Keene, music director is one
of the nation's outstanding young conductors. There is
also to be found in Syracuse, Friends of Chamber Music
with its annual concert series, Syracuse Stage housed in
the modem Syracuse University Drama complex with
its first-rate productions, the Opera theatre, a profes¬
sional company. Salt City Playhouse, Famous Artists,
Inc., and Civic Morning Musicals, Inc., many of these
performances taking place in our beautiful Civic Center.
The Landmark Theatre offers a variety of entertainment
while the Onondaga War Memorial is active during the
year for big spectacular touring shows, such as. Ice
Follies, Shrine Circus, country music and rock concerts.

The Everson Museum has gained national promi¬
nence for its architectural design and its variety
of programs.

Syracuse has many fine hospitals. Upstate Medical
Center of the State University of New York in the health
care complex next to Syracuse University campus has
become a national center for medical research and
study. With the other fine hospitals in this complex the
group can offer 1,300 acute bed care. Other major
hospitals in the Syracuse area are Community General
and St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center.

In communications our television media feature all
three commercial networks plus a Public Broadcasting
System and cable television. There are sixteen radio sta¬
tions, two major daily newspapers and a Sunday paper,
plus many small papers.

Syracuse University with its S.I. Newhouse School of
Public Communications is one of the finest facilities of
its kind in the country.

The Syracuse area is one of the most beautiful areas
to be found with its many lakes, parks, and rolling hills.
On a trip to the wine country we will be stopping at pic¬
turesque Skaneateles Lake and partake of the hospita¬
lity of the Sherwood Inn listed in Country Inns as a
Mobil three star winner.

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INADEQUATE LIGHT

Inadequate light causes weak stems, smaller leaves
than normal, and flowering is spare or not at all.
Move plant to a better lighted window or buy a
fluorescent light lamp. That's always a safe bet!

In Memoriam

JOHN (JACK) DOHERTY

John (Jack) Doherty, a
member of the AVSA
Board of Directors, died
August 20, after a brief ill¬
ness. At the time of his
death. Jack was serving
as cochairman of the
AVSA Library with his
wife, Marion.

A master craftsman and
photographer, he had given
valuable assistance in Jack Doherty
photographing prize-win¬
ning plants and new introductions at conven¬
tions/shows for the AVSA Library while Harvey Stone
was Library Chairman.

Jack will be missed by all his AVSA friends and Board
members, who extend their deepest sympathy
to Marion.

J. A. W. RICHARDSON

News of the unexpected death of J. (John) A. W.
Richardson, husband of Ann Richardson, first vice
president of AVSA and the "Beginner's Column" colum¬
nist, was received as the African Violet Magazine was
going to press.

Mr. Richardson died September 23. He and Mrs.
Richardson resided in Tavares, FL. A former vice presi¬
dent of the First National Bank of Boston and later
president of the Bank of Boston Trust Co,, in Nassau,
Mr. Richardson was well known as a member of the
New York and Boston State Bar Association. He had
attended several AVSA conventions and had written
articles for the African Violet Magazine.

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Mrs. Richard C. Harm Of Denver
Is A Judge

The name of Mrs. Richard C. Harm of 3338 S. Glen¬
coe Street, Denver, CO was inadvertently left out of the
Judges' List, published in the September Magazine.

Mrs. Hann has been an AVSA Judge for 12 years and
renewed her certificate for two additional years at the
Judging School taught by Emma Lahr in Denver in
September, 1980.

The Knoxville AVSA office regrets this error and it is
our pleasure to let you AVSA members know that Mrs.
Hann is a qualified AVSA judge.

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58

1982 Convention Committees Listed

Here are the 1982 AVSA Syracuse Convention Committees handling the AVSA Convention in Syracuse, NY,
April 18-24:

Convention Chairman, Mrs. William G. Meek
(Ruth), 214 Goodrich Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210, Home
(315) 475-3435, Work (315) 473-8384; Vice Chairman,
Mrs. Harold Rienhardt (Cordelia), 4463 W. Seneca
Tnpk., Syracuse, NY 13215, Home (315) 469-3789; Vice
Chairman, Mrs. Kenneth Rutmayer (Gloria), 2 Hamp¬
ton St., Hauppauge, NY 11787, Home (516) 234-5155,
Work (516) 588-5530.

Show Chairman, Mrs. Duane Champion (Ethel),
8848 Van Hoesen Rd., Clay, NY 13041, Home (315)
699-7317; Registration Chairman, Mrs. Allen Darrow
(Charlotte), Box 46A, Route 49, Constantia, NY 13044,
Home (315) 623-7726; Convention Treasurer, Mrs.
Leon Schwartz (Helen), 201 Lynhaven Dr., N.
Syracuse, NY 13212, Home (315) 458-1629, Work (315)
424-2806; Awards Aide, Mrs. G. Blaine Darrah
(Gerry), 322 Sunset Dr., Syracuse, NY 13205, Home
(315) 492-2105, Work (315) 437-6531; Hospitality, Mrs.
Dominic Phillipone (Beverly), RD #1 Box 90, Norwich,
NY 13815, Home (607) 334-7683; Information, Mrs.
Frederick Oswald (Dorothy), 5 Euston Rd., Garden
City, NY 11530, Home (516) 248-6345.

Judging School Aide, Mrs. John Wood (Beryl), P.O.
Box 276, Locust Valley, NY 11560, Home (516)
671-7214; Sales Room Aide, Fred Ticknor, RD. #1, Box
306, Central Square, NY 13036, Home (315) 676-7250;
President's Aides, M/M Frank Tinari (Anne), 2325
Valley Rd., Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006, Home (215)
947-0144; Program Aide, Mrs. Harry Craft (Pam), 3611
Rhode Island Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14305, Home
(716) 285-2116; Secretary to Convention Chairman,
Mrs. Frank Ruscitto (Candy), 107 Hyland Dr., N.
Syracuse, NY 13212, Home (315 ) 457-3494; Publicity,
Mrs. Bardwell Hubbard (Barbara), 133 Goodrich Ave.,
Syracuse, NY 13210, Home (315) 478-0108.

Souvenir Program, Mrs. Thomas Carey (Violet), 160
6th Ave., Troy, NY 12180, Home (518) 235-4434;
Tours, M/M Jerrold Finger (Susan), 127 Wadsworth
Rd., N. Syracuse, NY 13212, Home (315) 458-3040;
Show Vice Chairman, Mrs. Martin Miller (Susan), 214
Oakmont, Syracuse, NY 13214, Home (315) 446-2633;
Classification, Mrs. Sidney Bogin (Ellie), 39 Boyd St.,
Long Beach, NY 11561, Home (516 ) 432-3874; Design
Schedule Entries, Reservations, Mrs. Raymond Dooley
(Anne), Ray Dooley, 33 Collfield Ave., Staten Island,
NY 13492, Home (212) 448-3304; Cleanup, Mrs. Marc
Lehman (Sandi), 3944 Sandpiper Lane, Liverpool, NY
13088, Home (315) 622-1839; Dismantling, Everyone.

Educational Exhibit, M/M Richard Shaffer (Susan),
5 Tharratt Place, Whitesboro, NY 13492, Home (315)
736-2875; Entries, Mrs. Fred Ticknor ( Alinor), RD. #1,

Box 306, Central Square, NY 13036, Home (315)
676-7250; Hosts/ Hostesses, Mrs. Charles Graves
(Ellen), 5981 Mayflower Rd., Niagara Falls, NY 14305,
Home (716) 297-5509; Placement, Mrs. Patricia Red
Elk, 205 Point Pleasant Rd., Rochester, NY 14622,
Home (716) 422-6936; Properties, Frank Ruscitto,
107 Hyland Dr., N. Syracuse, NY 13212, Home
(315) 457-3494.

Show and Judges Aide, Mrs. Linda Majewicz, 212
Homewood Dr., Fayetteville, NY 13066, Home (315)
637-3880; Staging, Duane Champion, 8848 Van Hoesen
Rd., Clay, NY 13041, Home (315) 699-7317; Theme,
Mrs. Edward Lottermoser (Janet), 6236 Louwayne PL,
Clay, NY 13041, Home (315) 699-7774; Watering, Mrs.
Charles Swartwood (Nancy), 651 Foster Ave., Elmira,
NY 14905, Home (607) 734-7709; Yearbook & Publica¬
tions Aide, James Smith, 1160 Niagara Ave., Niagara
FaUs, NY 14305, Home (716) 285-2959.

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Allergic To Insecticides?

Then Try This

Elsie M. Cross
52 Calder Rd.

Elma, WA 98541

Fill a two gallon container with water at 120 degrees.
Make sure your water stays at this temperature. Add
enough Palmolive dish detergent, as for dishes, then
add 3 tablespoons of Clorox. Take your plant and
submerge it, pot and all in the mixture and hold there
while you count 1, 2, 3, 4. I go to about 10, then rinse
them with warm water and let it run through the pot.
This does not hurt your violets but will wilt the open
blooms but not the buds. I do this every time I clean a
shelf or my violet trays. I do all the violets, then clean
the tray and shelf with the same kind of water mixture.

I have killed and hurt plants with insecticides, but
never with this. I have plants blooming now that I have
had for years and had never seen them bloom. Be sure
you let your plant drain.

Please send self-addressed 12-cent U.S. postage
card to Editor or Assistant Editor when an
acknowledgement is requested or desired.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

59

Affiliate ‘appenings

Mrs. LyndaW Oiueris
377 Guilford Park
Conroe, TX 77302

(ATTENTION AFFILIATES: The Magazine will Ust only top honors received at your shows. This will include: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette). Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), Best in Show, Best in Design, Best Trailer, Best Miniature, Best Semiminiature, Best
Gesneriad, Sweepstakes winner.)

Many of you continue to send in too much information, which we cannot print because of lack of space. Please read the following writeups and
foUow similar style when sending in your shows.

OAKVILLE AVS annual show had as a theme "You're A Star" and
Miss Sandra M. Lex was the show chairman. Winners: Best AVSA
Collection (gold rosette), 'Tiger', 'Wonderland', 'Flamingo'; Best in
Show, 'Flamingo'; Second Best in Show, 'Wonderland'; Best
Miniature, 'Little Rascal', Fred Staples; Second Best AVSA Collec¬
tion (purple rosette), 'The King', 'Amazing Grace', 'Ballet Marta';
Sweepstakes winner, Josephine Fitzwilliam; Best in Design, "You're a
Star in Miniature", Miss Sandra Lex; Best Trailer, 'Sky Trailer', Mrs.
Joan Jerricke; Best Semiminiature, 'Sylvia's Choice', Betty Cunning¬
ham; Best Gesneriad, 'Sinningia Cardinallis', Mrs. Eva Lindstol.

Mama Striepens and Dolores Kottman were the cochairmen for
the show presented by ORANGE COUNTY OF CALIFORNIA
AVS. Theme was "Violets on Olympus". Winners: Best AVSA Col¬
lection (gold rosette), 'Summer Butterfly', 'Reed's Pink Lemonade',
'Val's Sweet Dream'; Best Trailer (standard), 'Rainbow Trail'; Best
Trailer (semiminiature), 'Pixie Trail', Pat Cohen; Second Best AVSA
Collection (purple rosette), 'Mini Ha Ha', 'Baby Dear', 'Babe';
Best Miniature, 'Cuddle Up'; Best Semiminiature, 'Trixie Doll';
Sweepstakes winner. Mama Striepens; Best in Show, 'Ms. Pretty
Pink', Dorothy Kosowski; Best in Design, "Palace of the Gods"; Best
Gesneriad, 'Streptocarpus Velma', Anna Hill.

PAINESVILLE TOWN AND COUNTRY AVS had as a theme for
their annual show "Circus of the Stars". Donna Maruschak was the
show chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Cat's Meow', 'Superfection', 'Skagit's Wine'; Best in Show,
Superfection'; Best Semiminiature, 'Dancing Doll', Donna
Maruschak; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette),
'Virginia', 'Barbara Jean', 'Star Wars'; Second Best in Show, 'Blue
Low Trailer'; Best Trailer, 'Blue Low Trailer'; Best Gesneriad,
'Tropicana'; Sweepstakes winner, Jackie Mercer; Best in Design
(planting), Pat Berilla; Best in Design (cut arrangement). Barb
Plummer; Best Miniature, 'Bright Eyes', Debbie Reed.

PARMATOWN AVC had as a theme for their annual show,
"Violets Are . . . Something Special". Mary Nageotte was the show
chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Katy
Did', 'Colonel Kuttas', 'Blue Excitement'; Best in Show, 'Blue Excite¬
ment'; Second Best in Show, 'Pink Minx', Linda Meumann; Second
Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Something Special', 'Mary
Nageotte', 'Jaca'; Best in Design, "Mothers Are . . . Something
Special Too", Mary Nageotte; Best Trailer, 'Freedom Trail', Velma
Carpenter; Best Miniature, 'Little Love', Barbara Maher; Best
Gesneriad, 'Columnea Early Bird', Roseann Fixell; Sweepstakes win¬
ner, Georgeann Goher.

Melanie Weber was the show chairman for the PAUMANOK AVS
annual show and "Classics on the Bookshelf" was the theme. Win¬
ners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Granger's Polaris',
'Something Special', 'Tiger'; Best in Show, 'Granger's Polris';
Sweepstakes winner, Jane Weber; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'Garnet Elf', 'Hall of Fame', 'Granger's
Wonderland'; Best Miniature, 'Pixie Charm'; Best Semiminiature,
'Cupie Doll', Melanie Weber; Second Best in Show, 'Pixie Blue'; Best

Trailer, 'Pixie Blue', Marie Dempsey; Best in Design, Best Gesneriad,
'S. Maasens White', Linda Cozart.

"Days of Wine and Violets" was the theme for the annual show of
PIKES PEAK AVS of CO. Donald Lijana was the show chairman.
Winners: Best in Show, 'Royal Trinket'; Best Trailer, 'Frosty Trail';
Best Miniature, 'Joyful', Carolyn Norris; Second Best in Show,
'Pineapple Sherbert'; Sweepstakes winner, 'Garnet Elf', Chris Poen;
Best in Design, "Days of Wine and Violets"; Best Semiminiature,
'Sherri'; Best Gesneriad, 'Faded Jade', Helen Wand.

THE POMONA VALLEY CA AVS held its annual judged show,
"The Carnival Goes Violets", with Wanda Jones as show chairman.
Winners were: Adelaide Kory, Best in Show, 'Something Special';
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Something Special', 'Blue Excite¬
ment', 'Flamingo'; Lyn Gould, Best in Design, Design Sweepstakes,
Horticultural Sweepstakes, Best Trailer, 'Sport of Snowy Trail', Best
Miniature, 'Baby'; Dorothy Foote, Best Gesneriad, Koellikeria
erinoides, Gesneriad Sweepstakes; Fran Melzer, Best Semiminiature,
'Autumn Lou'.

The QUAD-CITIES AVS of lA held its annual show, "A Violet
Party", with Mrs. Celia Schafer as show chairman. Winners: Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Mark', 'Shag', 'Barbara Jean'; Best
in Show, 'Mark'; Second Best in Show, 'Rhapsodia Candy'; Best
Miniature, 'Tiny Gypsy'; Sweepstakes winner, Celia Schafer;
Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Little Delight',
'Dancing Doll', 'Baby Blue', Rita Benker; Best in Design, Best
Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck'; Best Gesneriad, 'S. Tinkerbell',
Kay Quigg; Best Trailer, 'Pink Star Lou', Mildred Sutton.

"Violets for Two" was the theme for the annual show held by
RHODE ISLAND AVS. Russell Marshall served as the show chair¬
man. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Sugar Blues',
'Abigail Adams', 'Jimmy Carter'; Best in Show, 'Sugar Blues', John
Mashuta; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Pixie
Blue', 'Frosty Trail', 'Lil Creeper'; Best Trailer, 'Trail's Delight'; Best
Gesneriad, 'Cleopatra', Beverly Sweet; Second Best in Show, 'Toy
Clown'; Best Miniature, 'Toy Clown'; Best Semiminiature, 'Irish
Angel'; Sweepstakes (22 blues), Judy Feeney; Best in Design, "By
The Sea", Jeanette Richard.

The RICHMOND AVS held its annual show with "Symphony of
Violets" as its theme. Mrs. Alice Doggett was the show chairman.
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Marta', 'Sammye
Ballard', 'Coralaire'; Best in Show, 'Marta'; Best in Design (arrange¬
ment), 'Let Me Cal! You Sweetheart", Alice Grundy; Second Best
AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Shag', 'Nancy Reagan',
'Alouette'; Second Best in Show, 'Shag'; Best in Design (artistic
planting), "Bless This House"; Sweepstakes winner, Mrs. Lorraine
Myers; Judges gave a special award to a miniature arrangement,
"Humpty Dumpty", Mrs. Alice Doggett.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN AVC held its annual show with Mrs. Isabel
Wolf serving as show chairman. Theme for the show was "Down

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Memory Lane". Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Rusty's Trail', 'Pixie Pink', 'Pixie Blue'; Best in Show, 'Treasure
Trail'; Best in Design, "Stolen Moments in the Forest"; Best Trailer,
'Treasure Trail'; Best Gesneriad, 'Episcia Pink Velvet', Yvonne
Hodgson; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Midget
Valentine', 'Bionic Pink', 'Cradle Song'; Best Miniature, 'Lace Wing';
Best Semiminiature, 'Half Pint'; Sweepstakes winner, Rhetta
Hamilton; Second Best in Show, 'Heather', Dot Roesch.

"Violets International" was the theme for the SAN FERNANDO
VALLEY AVS show. Adelaide Kory was the show chairman. Win¬
ners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Blue Excitement',
'Hortense's Rosa', 'Mark', Adelaide Kory; Best in Show, 'Blue Excite¬
ment (100 points); Best in Design, Lee Way; Best Gesneriad,
'Columnea Crassifolia', Helen Kearney; Best California originated,
'Kittrina Noel', Chas. and Ava Bollar.

SAN JUAN AVS of NM held its annual show with the following
winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'G. Starburst', 'Like
Wow', 'Puppy Love'; Best in Show, 'Nancy Reagan'; Second Best in
Show, 'Duet'; Best in Design, "The Turtle Doves"; Best Trailer,
'Breezy Blue'; Best Miniature, 'Midget Valentine'; Best
Semiminiature, 'Sweet Pixie'; Best Gesneriad, 'Cleopatra'. Jean
Heath was the show chairman and theme for the show was "A Violet
Affair". Betty Culver was Sweepstakes winner.

SPARKLING WATERS AVS held their annual show "Muppets
Go Violets" with Mrs. John R. Gorman serving as show chairman.
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Tiger', 'Amazing
Grace', 'Blue Boy'; Best in Show, 'Tiger'; Second Best in Show,
'Amazing Grace'; Best Miniature, 'Pixie Charm'; Best
Semiminiature, 'Dancing Doll', Linda Gorman; Second Best AVSA
Collection (purple rosette), 'China Pink', 'Ballet Lisa', 'Wanderlust';
Sweepstakes winner, Ann W. Butler; Best in Design, "Muppet
Design", Jean Sorenson; Best Gesneriad, 'Sinningia Cordinalis',
Thelma Beckwith.

Winners for the SUNDAY AV MATINEE CLUB of Milwaukee,
WI were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Garnet Elf',
'Lavender Tempest', 'Tommie Lou'; Best in Show, 'Garnet Elf';
Sweepstakes in Horticulture, Pat Knott; Second Best AVSA
Collection (purple rosette), 'Wonderland', 'Maine Moonlight',
'Gala'; Best Trailer, 'Rainbow Trailer'; Runnerup to Sweepstakes,
Sue George; Best in Design, Chris Kemmerling; Best Miniature,
'Little Red'; Best Semiminiature, 'Barr's Blue Bird'; Best Gesneriad,
'Episcia Cleopatra', Terri Torbeck. Chris Kemmerling was the
show chairman.

"Violets in Tiger Land" was the theme for the SUNDOWNERS
AVS. annual show. Mrs. Mary McFarland served as show chairman.
Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Tiger', 'Black Ace',
'Autumn Fancy'; Best in Show, 'Black Ace'; Second Best in Show,
'Autumn Fancy'; Best Miniature, 'Isla Montgomery', Kathy Oufnac;
Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Tiger', 'Queen-
brook', 'Wonderland'; Best in Design, "Knowledge"; Sweepstakes
winner, Eunice Vallery; Best Trailer, 'Tattle Trail', Mary McFarland;
Best Semiminiature, 'Little Jim'; Best Gesneriad, 'S. Cardaniles',
Anite D'Antoni.

The SWEET WATER AVS presented its annual show/sale
"Violets Go To School". Ms. Carolee Olsen and Ms. Jane Hiltz were
Cochairmen. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Granger's Startler', 'Tiger', 'Granger's Wonderland'; Best in Show,
'Ballet Julia'; Second Best in Show, 'Ballet Marta'; Best Trailer,
'Rainbow Trail', Pamela La Rocco; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'The King', 'Pink 'N Ink', 'Emperor', Carolyn Klein;
Best Miniature, 'Mini Minx'; Best Semiminiature, 'Sweet Treat';
Sweepstakes winner, Jane Hiltz; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Cupreata';

Best Artistic Planting, "ABCs"; Best Arrangement, "Field Trip",
Carolee Olsen.

Pam Adams was the show chairman for the TECHELAND AVS
annual show. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Violet
Tint', 'Tomgirl', Bahama Mama'; Second Best in Show, 'Bahama
Mama'; Best Trailer, 'Melody Trail'; Best Gesneriad, 'E. Faded Jade',
Paul and Glenda Comeaux; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple
rosette), 'Sparkle Plenty', 'Flamingo', 'Fredette's Sugar blues'; Best in
Show, 'Sparkle Plenty', Rita Hebert; Best Miniature, 'Little Rascal';
Sweepstakes winner, Amy Broussard; Best Semiminiature, 'Irish
Angel', Pam Adams.

"Spring Into Violets" was the theme for the THIMBLE ISLAND
AVS annual show. Charlene Boyce was show chairman. Winners:
Best in Show, 'Cameo Queen'; Best in Design, "Spring Gardens",
Maryann Ansley; Second Best in Show, 'Nancy Reagan'; Best
Trailer, 'Midnight Trail', Marge Fargeot; Best Miniature, 'Little
Echo'; Best Semiminiature, 'Little Jim'; Best Gesneriad, 'Sinningia
Eumorpha'; Sweepstakes winner, Richard Bower. Richard Bower
was cochairman for the show.

"African Violets from A to Z" was the theme for the TRI CITY
AVS. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'White
Cockatoo', 'Lullaby', 'Happy Harold'; Best in Show, 'Cotillion',
Mrs. George Roecker; Second Best in Show, 'Rhapsodie Ruth'; Best
Miniature, 'Irish Elf'; Best Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck'; Best
Gesneriad, 'Early Bird'; Sweepstakes winner, Mrs. Glen Clark; Best
in Design, "Book Learning", Mrs. Norman Bradney; Best Trailer',
'Blue Trail', Mrs. William Sherer. Mrs. Norman Bradney was the
show chairman.

TUSCALOOSA COUNTY AVC held its annual show with
"Violets For All Seasons" as the theme. Mae Shirley served as show
chairman. Winners: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Flamingo', 'Magic Splender', 'Blue Suede'; Best in Show, 'Flamingo';
Second Best in Show, 'Babe', Maxine Ward; Second Best AVSA Col¬
lection (purple rosette), 'Heart's Desire', 'Wild Flame', 'Nona Wiber',
Raymond Pate.

TUSTANA AVS of Tustin, CA held its exhibit and sale with a
record breaking success. Dr. Theodore Berg's 'Sunlit Sugar Plum'
was the Best Standard. Sophie Exley's 'Duet' was Second Best. Best
Miniature and Semiminiature, 'Snow Bunny' was exhibited by
Marion Rogers. Terry Orton's 'Pixie Blue' was second in Miniatures.
Top ribbon winners were, Terry Orton, Betty Anderson and Sophie
Exley. Ralph Breden is President.

The AVS OF ROCHESTER, NY held its annual show with "Oriental
Splendor" as the theme. Thelma Ferris and Richard Bushnell were
Cochairmen. Pat Red Elk is the President. Winners were: Best in Show,
'Marine Blue Lou', Marilyn Weigand; Second Best in Show, 'Mary D',
Sweepstakes Winner, Thelma Hansen; Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette), 'Summer Butterfly', 'Pinxter', 'Amazing Grace', Pat Red Elk;
Runner-up to Sweepstakes, Kenneth Wezelis; Best NYS Origination,
'Silver Pinafore', Best Variegate, Tiger', Richard Bushnell; Best in Design,
"Essence of the Orient", Runner-up to Best in Design, "China Sea",
Nancy Mertyke.

"Symphony of Flowers" was the theme of the annual County Fair
Flower show and as usual, it included a beautiful show of African violets
by the AVS OF SAN FRANCISCO. Winning all top honors again
was that young grower with the magic touch plants love — Cy P. Yee.
They were: 'Something Special', Best in Show; 'Angel Baby', Best mini;
'Pink Philly', Best single; Advance Sweepstakes Award for most blue rib¬
bons. Mary A. Goode won Intermediate Class Sweepstakes and Donna
Burla won the Novice Sweepstakes Award. A very informative educa¬
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which the amateur grower might relate to and illustrated the solutions to
these problems.

The AVS OF STATEN ISLAND held its 22nd annual show with a
theme of "A Blooming Violet Mystery". Chaired by Mrs. Sigi Stock-
hammer and Mrs. Primrose McVay. President is Wm. Sorensen. Winners
were: Edward Bradford, Best in Show, 'Granger's Pink Swan', the AVSA
1st Collection (gold rosette), 'Granger's Pink Swan', 'Abigail Adams',
'Something Special'; Best Trailer, 'Snowy Trail', Best Variegate, 'Little
LuLu', Runner-up to Sweepstakes in Horticulture, Raymond Dooley;
AVSA 2nd CoOection (purple rosette), 'Flamingo', 'Becky', 'Ballet Marta';
Best Semiminiature, 'Dear EUie'; Sweepstakes in Horticulture and Design,
B^t in Design Classes, Evelyn Stockert; Best Amateur, 'Little Chrissy',
B^t Miniature Arrangement, "A Stitch in Time", Ann Dooley; Best
Miniature, Wee Hope', Kathleen Holler; Invitation Class, 'Dyn-O-Mite';
Novice non-member, a membership to AVSA with 'North Carolina,
Horence Grouzalis, Best Gesneriad, 'St. Marina'.

The AVS OF UTAH presented its annual show with 'We've Come A
Long Way Baby" as the theme. Ilene M. Jorgensen was their Show chair¬
man. Winners were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Beginner's
Luck', 'Bergens Strawberry Shortcake', 'Little Angel', Best Trailer, 'Ll!
Creeper', Dene M. Jorgensen; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple
rosette), 'Marta', 'Nancy Reagan', Double Black Cherry', Hazel Chad¬
wick; Best in Show, 'Sanibel', Second Best in Show, 'Amazing Grace',
Joy E. Heugly; Best in Design, Eva Goodfellow; Best Miniature, 'Snow
Baby', Jane Kennedy; Best Semiminiature, 'Beginner's Luck',
Best Gesneriad, 'Doll Baby', Lucille Conger; Sweepstakes winner,
Monte Pearce.

The BERMUDA AFRICAN VIOLET SOCIETY held its fourth annual
show "Island of Violets" and the winners were: Maureen Exley, 'Ballet
DoUy' and 'Nevada', two Princess Cups; blue ribbon first winners were:
Alice Waith, 'Ultra Blue'; Marjorie Tucker, 'Barbara' and 'Lisa'; Doreen
Clarke, 'Helga'; Amelia Gumbs, 'Dubonnet Debutante'; Jacqueline Pitt,
'Ballet Dolly' and 'Edna Fischer'; Louise Rowling, 'Ramona'.

The BLOOMING AVC held its annual show with "South Pacific Seas"
as the theme. Merrie Kraatz was the show chairman. Winners were: Best
in Show, 'Candlelight', Second Best in Show, 'Pip Squeak', Best
Miniature, 'Candlelight', Madelene Slocombe; Best in Design, "Swaying
Palms", Joe Kraatz; Best TraOer, 'Rosy Trail', Best Semiminiature, 'Bit-O-
Luck', Sweepstakes winner in Design, Merrie Kraatz; Best Gesneriad,
'Streptocarpus', John Seery'; Sweepstakes winner in Horticulture,
Dorothy Paris.

The BRAZOS VALLEY AVC of College Station /Bryan, TX held its
annual show, "Symphony of Violets". Show chairman was Mrs. Flora
DeSavigny. Winners were: Best in Show, 'Something Special', Second
Best in Show, 'Autumn Honey', Best Artistic Arrangement, Best
Miniature, 'Mini Minx', Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), Mary
Scott; Best Trailer, 'Pink Star Lou', Dottie Wilson; B^t Semiminiature,
'Filigreen', Linda Ray; Best Gesneriad, 'Nemantanthus Tropicana', Jim
McIntyre; Sweepstakes winner, 2nd Best AVSA Collection (purple
rosette), Cancy Phillips; Best Specimen plant by Junior member, 'Like
Wow', Will Greer; Novice Award, 'Something Special', Jim Burke.

"Violets in Springtime" was the theme for the BRIGHT PETALS
AVC of Kansas. Serving as chairman was Janine Kelley. Winners were:
Best in Show, 'Swanee River', Art and LaRea Cravens; Best Trailer,
Tattle Trail', Best Semiminiature, 'Wee Bells', Best Gesneriad, 'Columnea
Inferno', Wanda Gregory; Novice Award, 'Blue Regent', Melba
Woods; Sweepstakes winner, Janine Kelley; B«t in Design, Ethlyn and
Frank Whitsel.

Winners of the annual show of the CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AVS
were as follows: Best in Show, Jo McCoy; Second and Third Best in
Show, Howard Zendner; Horticulture Sweepstakes, Susan Saddler;
Design Sweepstakes and Best in Design, Karen Bowser; AVSA Gold

Rosette, Margarte Larsen; Best Gesneriad, Georgie Zendner; Best
Miniature, Deborah Hughes. Theme for the show was "Gallery of
Violets" and Karen Bowser was the Show Chairman.

"Clowning Around with Violets" was the theme for the annual show
of the DELAWARE AVS. Show chairman was Mrs. Robert E. Pyle, Jr.
Winners were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Cherry Parfait',
Tina', 'Serenity', Best in Show, Tina, Libby Behnke; Second Best AVSA
Collection (purple rosette), 'Hamingo', 'Becky', 'Esther Hilderbrand',
Second Best in Show, 'Flamingo', B^t in Design, "Here Come the
Clowns", Best Trailer, 'Lora Lou', Best Gesneriad, 'Episcia Early Bird',
Sweepstakes winner, Bessie Pyle; Best Miniature, 'Midget Bon Bon', Best
Semiminiature, Tittle Jim', Barbara Borleske.

The FIRST AVS OF SPARTANBURG presented its first annual judged
show, "Violets in the Palmetto State". Winners were: Mrs. C. W. Wright,
Jr., Sweepstakes (18 blue ribbons). Best Miniature, Toy Clown', Best
Trailer, Til Creeper', Second Best in Show, 'Virginia', Junior Queen,
'Sammye Ballard'; Frank McMakin, B^t in Show, 'Christine Dianne';
Mrs. H. D. Randolph, Runner-up to Sweepstakes ( 17 blue ribbons). Best
Semiminiature, 'Bambino'; Mrs. Paul Manning, Best Terrarium, Best
Miniature shadow box arrangement; Mrs. Monty Kirby, Best artistic
planting. Mrs. Donald Sands was the show chairman.

The HUDSON HIGHLANDS AVS show was held at Bear Mountain
Inn, NY with "Gulliver Travels in Violet Lands" as the theme. Winners
were: Best in Show, 'Amazing Grace', Bruce and Jerri Trunbull; 2nd Best
in Show, Mark', AVSA Best Collection (gold rosette), 'Amazing Grace',
Mark', 'Lavender Tempest', Best Miniature, 'Mini-Minx', Jo Anne Gum¬
ming; Best in Show (commercial). Tiger', Best Commercial Mini, 'Little
Love', Humphreys African Violets; Best Fredette Original, 'Proud
Country', Best Project plant, 'Sunset', Barbara Howells; Best Novice,
Emperor', Marie Woods.

The LAKESHORE AVS of Toronto held its annual show with Rene
Mitchell serving as chairman and assisted by Cathie Hammond. Theme
for the show was 'The Magic Garden of Violets". Winners were: Best
AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'B. Heidi', 'Roundabout', Wonderland',
Best in Show, 'Heidi', Second Best in Show, 'Ramblin' Lavender', B^t
Trailer, 'Ramblin' Lavender', Best Miniatirre, 'Bionic Pink', Best
G^neriad, 'Chirita Sinensis', Sweepstakes winner (horticulture), Betty
Tapping; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), Mark',
'Pamela', 'Amazing Grace', Junior Queen, 'Bonnie Colne', Gisela Wor-
mitt; Best in Design, 'Top Hat and Tails", Marguerite Favro;
Sweepstakes winner (design), Mrs. E. Elston.

The AVS OF LEISURE WORLD, Laguna Hills had a very successful
violet show. The winners were: Charles Van Doren, 1st place with Ms.
Pretty'; Dr. Theodore Berg, 2nd place with 'Hearts Desire'; Norma Col-
Hns was third runner-up with 'Happy Heart'.

The LONG ISLAND AVS held its annual show with "Violets For Fun
in '81" as their theme. Dolores O'Sullivan was their show chairman.
Winners were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'His Dream', 'Her
Majesty',. 'Her Princess', Best in Show, 'Her Majesty', Best Trailer, 'Frosty
Trail', Best Miniature (single), 'Sprite', (double), Tricia Ann', B^t
Semiminiature, 'Beginners Luck', Sweepstakes winner (26 blue ribbons),
Ann Lee; Second Best AVSA Collection (puiple rosette), 'Her Dream',
Her Princess', Her Majesty', Betty Roskopf; Second Best in Show,
'Raspberry Star', Cherie Black; Best in Design, 'Night at the Opera",
Beryl Wood; Best Gesneriad, 'Episcia Seedling', Sandy Weynand.

"Violets — Win, Place and Show" was the theme for the LOWER
BUCKS COUNTY AVS annual show. Winners were: Sweepstakes in
Horticulture, Vera Seborowski, Feasterville, PA; Best in Show, 2nd
Runner-up, Connie Baer, Quakertown, PA; First runner-up.
Sweepstakes in Design, Bea Gibbons; Best Variegate, Jim Gibbons, both
of Levittown, PA; Best Semiminiature, Helen Butcher; Best Arrange¬
ment, George Butcher, both of Levittown, PA.

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62

"Operatic Violets" was the theme for the annual show of the NEW
YORK CITY AVS, INC. Edward Bradford served as the show chairman.
Winners were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Ballet Marta',
'Double Peacharino', 'Mark', Best in Show, Mark', Second B^t in Show,
'Ballet Marta', Best Semiminiature, 'Barr's Blue Bird', Sweepstakes winner
(76 blue ribbons), Raymond Dooley; Second Best AVSA Collection
(purple rosette), 'Becky', 'Flamingo', Mary C', Best in Design, "Hansel
and Gretel", Best Miniature, 'Little Blue', Best Gesneriad, Episcia 'Jean
Bee', Ann Dooley'; Best Trailer, 'Pink Star Lou', Nancy Hough.

The RICHMOND AVS held its annual show with Alice Doggett
serving as the Show chairman. "Symphony of Violets" was the theme.
Winners were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Sammye Ballard',
'B. Marta', 'Coralaire', Best in Show, 'B. Marta', Alice Grundy; Second
best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Nancy Reagan', 'Alouette',
'Shag', Sweepstakes, Lorraine Myers.

"A Violet For AU Seasons" was the theme for the annual show of the
SUBURBAN AV ENTHUSIASTS OF IL, Gary L. RandaU was the show
chairman. Winners were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Gail',
'Genessee Silhouette', 'Richters Dorothy', Best in Show, 'Genessee
Silhouette', Best in Design, Artistic "Winter Jewels", Connie Romanow;
Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), Tina', The King',
'Georgeous', Evelyn Barborik; Second Best in Show, 'Toy Clown', Best
Miniature, 'Toy Clown', Best Semiminiature, 'Sugar Bear', Best
Gesneriad, 'Gloxinia', Sweepstakes Winner, Jean Willey; Best in Design,
Arrangement, "Summer Pond", Qaira Byerly; Best Trailer, Mohawk
Trail', Clare Palm.

Winners of the TRI-AREA AVS annual show were: Best in Show,
Marta', Best Trailer, 'Little Foley', Best Miniature, 'Baby Blue',
Sweepstakes warmer, Lela Sanders; Second Best in Show, Manitoba',
Karen Rose; Best in Design, "Handicrafts", Diane Cheatham. Theme for
the show was "A Day at the Movies with the African Queen". Karen
Rose was the Show Chairman.

TWIN CITIES AVS held its annual show wnth "Violets In Springtime"
as the theme. Winners were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'California', 'Colorado', 'Coon Valley', Second Best in Show, 'Colorado',
Sweepstakes winner, Jean Brooke; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple
rosette), 'Sundance', 'Lisa', 'Christina', Best in Show, 'Fancy Trail', Best
Trailer, 'Fancy Trail', Bob Veselack; Best in Design, 'Midas Touch",
Maggie Veselack; Best Miniature, Teeny Weeny', Best Gesneriad,
'Sinningia Regina Purple', Libby Watkins; Best Semiminiature, 'Suzy's
Gertha', Hoise Cline. Jean Brooks was the Show chairman.

In the UNION COUNTY CHAPTER, AVS Edward Bradford was the
winner of the Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette) wnth 'Butterfly White’,
'Pink Blueberry', Tina', Best in Show, 'Pink Rhapsody', Second Best in
Show, 'Pink Blueberry', Best in Design, "Breezing Up", Best Trailer,
'Adirondack Trail', B^t Semiminiature, 'Little Jim', Best Gesneriad,
'Aeschynanthus hildebrandtii'. Sweepstakes wanner (84 blue); Nancy
Imhof won Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette) wath 'Amazing
Grace', 'Granger's Hearts Desire', 'Pink Blueberry', Best Miniature, Mini
Minx'. Theme for the show was "A Gallery of Violets". Show chairman
was Mrs. Janet Reimer.

Marion Harrington was the Show chairman for the UTICA AVS
annual show, 'Violet Reflections". Winners were: Commercial, Mary's
House of Violets; Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Sweet Mary',
'Sugar Blues', 'Celine'; Best of the Show, 'Amazing Grace'; Second Best in
Show, 'Celine'; Best G^neriad, 'E. Cleopatra'; Alva Cerri, Best Trailer,
'Running Wild'; Best Miniature, 1.0 Dickens', Best Semiminiature,
'Kuddly'; Susan O. Shaffer (amateur). Queen, 'Fancy Trail', Best Trailer,
'Fancy Trail', Best Miniature, 'Little Love', Best Semiminiature, 'Kuddly',
Best AVSA CoUection (gold rosette), 'Little Love', 'Joanne', 'Thumbles';
Georgia Hegeman, Best Gesneriad, 'E. Cleopatra', Sweepstakes in Hor¬
ticulture, 2nd Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Dear EUie',

'Joanne', Thumbles'; Best in Design, Doris Guido; Sweepstakes in
Design, Marion Harrington.

The VALLEY AVS held its annual show wdth Mary Caldwell serving as
the Show chairman. Winners were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette).
Tiger', 'Top Dollar', 'Alouette', Best in Show, Granger's 'White
Cockatoo', Best Trailer, 'Tiny Blue Bell', Ruth Fikes; Second Best AVSA
Collection (purple rosette). Velvet Dawn', 'Chanticeller', 'Pink 'n Ink',
Best Episcia, 'Cleopatra', Sweepstakes warmer, Elaine Slaughter; Second
Best in Show, 'Colorado', Christine Benbow; Best in D^ign, "Cruising
Down the Rio", Edith Baco; Best Miniature, 'Lil Critter', Shirlie Whalen;
Best Gesneriad, 'Strepticarpus Velma', Becky Stoker.

"A Portrait in Color" was the theme for the annual show of the VEN¬
TURA COUNTY AVS. Wirmers were: Best in Show, Melodie Kitty',
Best Trailer, 'Pink Star Lou', Best Gesneriad, 'Episcia Acajou', Helen
Mietzner; Second B^t in Show, 'California Skies', Frances MacPherson';
Best in Design (tie), Armie Hoover and Loretta Tatro; Best Miniature,
'Winnie the Pooh', Best Semiminiature, 'Joyful', Sweepstakes wanner,
Horence Naylor. Horence Naylor was the Show Chairman.

"Showing Our Stuff" was the theme for the VIOLET HARMONY
CLUB'S annual show held in Fort Worth, TX. Mrs. Leland A. Rex was
the show chairman. Winners were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette),
'Irish Angel', 'Little Jim', Window I.ace', Best Miniature or
Semiminiature, 'Irish Angel', Best Gesneriad, 'Cleopatra', Mrs. J. C.
Carpenter; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'June Swift',
'Gypsy Pink', 'Pink Pillow', Best in Show, 'Gypsy Pink', Best Variegate in
Show, 'June Swift', Sweepstakes warmer, Mrs. Jack Dacy; Best in Design,
Mrs. Hervey S. Hutchins, III; Best Trailer, Mrs. Leland A. Rex.

'Violets Around the Maypole" was the theme of the VIOLETS AFTER
FIVE AVS 4th armual show. Serving as Show chairman was Mrs. Teresa
Desselles. Wirmere were: Best AVSA Collection (gold rosette), 'Ballet
Marta', 'Robert John', 'Houston', Best Semiminiature, 'Barr's Bluebird',
Sweepstakes, Nancy Anderson; Second Best AVSA Collection (purple
rosette), 'Jimmy Carter', 'Chanticleer', 'Abigail Adams'; Second Best in
Show, 'P-ink-y'; Best in Design, 'Mother's Day", Carolyn Berthelot; Best
in Show, Ms. Pretty'; Best Miniature, Tasty Treat'; Best Gesneriad, 'S.
puscilla', Melva Gladney'; Best Trailer, 'Snow^ Trail', Markaret White.

The annual show for the VIOLETS ON THE BAYOU had as their
theme "Hearts and Violets". Wirmers were: Best AVSA Collection (gold
rosette), Violet Tint', 'Painted Orchid', 'Sweet Mary', Best in Show,
'Painted Orchid', Second Best in Show, 'Icy Blue'. Best in Design; Best
Trailer, Mountain Mist', Best Gesneriad, 'Nematanthus Tropicana',
Sweepstakes warmer, Mrs. Louise Constant; Second Best AVSA Collec¬
tion (purple rosette), 'Dutchman', 'Jason', 'Alouette', Emily Fertita; Best
Miniature, 'Sugar Bowl', Best Semiminiature, 'Kuddly', Mrs. Belle Arce-
ment. Mrs. Anaise LeBlanc served as the show chairman.

The WACHUSETT AVS held its armual show with the following
wirmers: AVSA Best Collection (gold rosette), 'G. Wonderland', 'Heather
Blue', Top DoUar', Best in Show, 'G. Wonderland', Second Best in Show,
'Heather Blue', Best Trailer, 'Smoky Trail', Best Semiminiature,
'Begirmer's Luck', Sweepstakes wirmer, Jessie CrisafuUi; Second Best
AVSA Collection (purple rosette), 'Kuddly', 'Dancing DoU', 'Irish Angel',
Best Miniature, 'Little Echo', Best Gesneriad, 'C. Cayugan', Colleen
Delmolino; Best in Design, 'The Fire Breathers", Marcia Balonis. Theme
title for the show was "St. Paulia and the Dragon". Colleen Delmolino of
Westminister, MA was the show chairman.

ATTENTION AFHLIATES
The African Violet Magazine will list only top
honors received at African violet shows. So
PLEASE do not send in EVERY AWARD given.

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63

All our apologies to Margaret Waguespack of Hara-
han, LA and Mary Ann Delaune of Metairie, LA for a
mistake in the June AV Magazine. In AVSA's awarding
of honorary one -year memberships we erred. Penny
Brenner was listed as editor of the LACO (Louisiana
Council of Judges) Newsletter. We've just learned that
Mary Ann is the Editor and Margaret is the Co-Editor of
the newsletter, which is called "Ribbons and Rosettes"
... Do you live in the Omaha, NB area and are you
interested in joining an evening African violet club? If
you are, then we'd suggest you contact Barbara Ross,
1002 N. 76th Street, Omaha, NB 68114. "I'm hoping
there are some growers in my area interested in joining
an evening club," she said . , . Peggy Cleair, 7409
Springhouse Lane, Louisville, KY 40291 is interested in
raising violets and selling them on a parttime basis but
doesn't know how to approach local stores and sell
them on the idea and how to go about buying plants
from professional dealers. So if any of you small
growers and sellers can give her any ideas, please write
her. She's also interested in corresponding with some of
you gals who like to write and exchange leaves . . .
Dorothy Bowen, 8600 16th Street, Silver Spring, MD
20910 is mighty happy over the recent blossoming of
Ronn Nadeau's 'Applause', which she said is described

as a "pleated lavender bloom." "The first time it
bloomed, it was a lovely white with orchid tinges," she
said. "This year, by being re-potted and cut back, the
plant has lovely white blossoms with orchid tinges on
the outside with large beautiful pleated lavender blooms
(four) in the center . . . Do you have any of these
plants — then please let these people know: Lois W.
Dege, 1341 Windsor Ave., Toms River, NJ 08753 is
wanting to obtain a 'Rhapsodic GreteL; and D. H.
Smith, a young grower with Walters' African Violets,
Rt. 3, Box 454A, Rockingham, NC 28379 is trying to
find 'High Stepper', 'Floral Fantasy' and 'Blue Boy'.
D. H. says he'll either buy or swap leaves or starter
plants . . . But Mike Blankenship, 5320 Spencer Drive,
SW, Roanoak, VA 24018 is looking for something dif¬
ferent. He wants some old AV books. So, if you have
one of these or know where he can obtain a copy of the
following, let him know: "Arranging African Violets for
Home Decoration" (Emily Steubing, 1956), "Afri¬
can Violets and Their Family" (Mary Margart Odom,
early '60's) "The Complete Book of African Violets" and
"The NEW Complete Book of African Violets", (Helen
Van Pelt Wilson, mid '60's) and "Theonex African
Violet Book" (Esther G. Grayson, '70's). If you can
send a quotation for each book, then do let him have
it, too . . .

^ -

Suggests Means Of Saving Time

Paul W. Combs
5907 Del Roy Dr.
Dallas, TX 75230

Here's just a suggestion to our African violet
and gesneriad growing friends. It saves lots of time
and handling.

We wick the majority of our plants and have them
on egg crates with plastic over trays. All the trays are
approximately 12"x23". To support the plastic egg
crate I use 1/8 aluminum wire ( available in hardware
stores as clothes line wire). I drilled holes under the
flange or tip of the tray on each side, approximately
2y2" from each end. The wire was cut to the inside
dimension of the tray plus one inch. This wire is then
put through the holes and one-half inch is bent down
to keep the wire in position. The plastic grid is cut to
the inside dimension of the tray with one corner cut
off to facilitate watering.

The big plus for us, however, is the use of pro¬
pagating or trays for cuttings. We have trays with
drainage holes about the same size as the water trap.
We cut six wicks about one foot long. We place two in
the center and two at each end which we cover with
our rooting medium. We set the tray directly on the
wire supports with the six wicks in the water. As we
use lights on all our shelves, the whole container can
be put on the shelf.

We use this for violet leaves, gesneriad cuttings, and
it is great for long "strip" leaves. Also, as we grow
other things, it is nice for begonia cuttings, geraniums
and even seed.

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64

Lively Lana

Hybridized by

Retta Hamilton

(Photo by Doug Hamilton)

Shogun — First attempt at hybridizing by Alma Hummer

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65

OUR 1ST VIOLET PARTY

Elizabeth Bickel
Four Palmer Court
East Brunswick, NJ 08816

A gasp of surprise could be heard from the two
judges to enter the show room ahead of the others.
As show chairman for Central jersey AVS's first
show, I had never expected such a reaction. What did
it mean? Months of preparation had gone into this
moment. None of us had considered a wide eyed "oh,
my" from one of the judges.

Another judge joined us in the show room. Then,
the rest. Sentiments gushed out. "We didn't expect
this", "The most beautiful show I've ever seen", "So
many entries", "The staging is gorgeous", "I've been
judging a long time, but I don't recall a more impres¬
sive show". At that moment all the frustrations and
hard work of the past year seemed worth it.

First shows are not new in the violet world. Sooner
or later almost every club decides to put on an exhi¬
bition for the public. In 1976, as the New Jersey show
season was coming to a close, our club of 18 members
decided that 1980 would be our turn. I was elected
show chairman. Being an African violet judge, I had
shown before. Only two other members of our club
could claim this last fact; therefore, we were a club of
novices. But each novice member was eager to learn.

Rather than put on a mini exhibition as many
young clubs do, we decided to go the whole way and
start with an AVSA judged African Violet Standard
Show. Most of the chairmen of the various commit¬
tees volunteered based on the jobs they felt they
could do best. I suggested a theme of "Our First
Violet Party" since a show is indeed a party for both
club members and public alike.

The show committee met bimonthly and at times
even monthly to discuss each aspect of our first
show. It was undoubtedly a learning experience for
everyone involved. Although I am in my twenties,
I am sure I have developed a few grey hairs during
the past year. Besides my position as chairman, I
had also volunteered to do the staging and the court
of honor. Shows do not just happen. They require
a great deal of thought, planning, hard work, and,
yes, a little love. The show chairman gets the major¬
ity of the grey hairs by worrying if things will
all go right; however, everyone in the club shares
the responsibilities.

Every member, except for two who were ill the
show weekend, entered both plants in the hor¬
ticulture division and at least one entry in the design
division. I managed 78 violets while another member
entered about 35. Our show turned out to have more
horticulture entries than most other clubs in New
Jersey that spring. We were all particularly proud of

Elizabeth Bickel
Show Chairman

this since we faced a nasty ice and snow storm both
the day of set up and the night of entries.

Besides providing a wealth of exhibits for this
show, each club member worked diligently to make
the show pleasing to the public. Plant sales, the
coffee corner, and floor hosts were all handled with
expertise. Frankly, we put on a show any experienced
club could be proud of giving.

Needless to say, every member of the club was
elated when we won the AVSA Green Rosette. This
was a feat that none of the several older, established
violet clubs within New Jersey had done during the
1980 show season. New comers, we had worked hard
and it had paid off.

"Our First Violet Party" became the talk of many
New Jersey clubs, club members grew closer to each
other, public reaction to the show was fantastic, we
achieved our AVSA goals, and the plant sale netted a
small profit. No one could ask for more from their
first violet show. We still had a lot to learn as a club,
but I can safely say that we were off to a good start.
Everyone is looking forward to next year. Maybe
then we will earn both the Green and the Blue
Rosettes. But it is certain that we plan to put on a
good African violet show for violet lovers to enjoy.

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Please send Coming Events and ALL articles for the Magazine to
the Editor — NOT to the Knoxville office.

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66

Commercials

AUSTRALIA

CAROLENE VIOLET NURSERY, Lot 6, Herbert St.,
Kemps Creek, NSW 2171

CANADA

ACA'S VIOLET-TREE, John & Doris Brownlie, 600
Silvercreek Blvd., 80, Mississauga, Ont. L5A 2B4

MR & MRS. E. A. FISHER, 32 Downsview Ave.,
Downsview, Ont. M3M 1C9

HYLAS VIOLETS, P.O. Box 454 STA K, Toronto,
Ont. M4P 2E0

PATS FLO WERE AND, Box 237, Stroud, Ont. LOL 2M0

PHIPPS AFRICAN VIOLETS & SUPPLIES, RR #1,
Paris, Ont. N3L 3E1

PLANTS 'N' THINGS, PoUock Rd., RR 2, Keswick,
Ont. L4P 3E9

WOODS AFRICAN VIOLETS, Proton Station,
Ont. NOC ILO

JAPAN

GARDEN CENTER YOKOYAMA, N-4, E-4, Chuo-Ku,
Sapporo 060, Hokkaido

INC KAMON, 1-19-14 Yoyogj Shibuya-Ku, Tokyo
MEXICO

VTVFROS TOLUQUILLA, S A Apartado Postal, No.
1-372, Guadalajara, Jal

SINGAPORE

DR. J. K. S. BENG, 809-810 Mt. Elizabeth Medical Ctr.,
Mt. Elizabeth 0922

UNITED STATES of AMERICA

ALABAMA

MRS. JEAN GILBRETH, 1229 Vista Ln., Birming¬
ham 35216

HERDAS USAMBARA VIOLETS, 9910 Willow Cove
Rd., Huntsville 35802

JUDY'S VIOLETS, Rt. 1, Box 111, Silverhill 36576
PRICE NURSERY, 24 Graceland Acres, Northport 35476
J. B. RAINEY'S VIOLETRY,, Rt. 2, Box 259, Theo¬
dore 36582

THE BLOOM ROOM' AFRICAN VIOLETS, Irene

Lineberg, 3459 East St., Birmingham 35243
THELMA DAVIS, P.O. Box 369, Newton 36352
ULTRA VIOLETS, 2165 Bailey Brook Dr., Birming¬
ham 35244

WORE OF VIOLETS, 2403 Laveme Dr., Hunts¬
ville 35810

ALASKA

BEVERLY'S VIOLETS, 801 N. Bragaw, Anchorage 99504
MRS. HELEN KRUMREY, 7800 DeBarr Rd., SP. 8,
Anchorage 99504

ARIZONA

VIOLETS BY BESS, 808 N. Sonoita Ave., Tucson 85711
ARKANSAS

CAMERON'S VIOLETS & INTERIORS, 210 N. Green¬
wood, Ft. Smith 72901

GREENBRIER VIOLET NURSERY, Mre. Lou A. Cor¬
bin, P.O. Box 316, Greenbrier, 72058
THE HOUSE OF VIOLETS, Ralph & Charlyne Reed,
936 Garland, Camden 71701
WARREN'S VIOLETS, A. W. Terral, Rt. 7, Box 4591,
Texarkana 75502

EVA MAE WILBERN, Rt. 2, Box 8, Alexander 72002
CALIFORNIA

AMERICAN GLOXINA & GESNERIAD SOCIETY,
Ms. Eileen Masterson, Librarian, 3773 17th St., San
Francisco 94114

MRS. JOHN BOER HI, 2030 Dakota Ave., Modesto
95351

DELIA'S ORIGINALS, Delia E. Symonds, 1087 Sutter
Street, San Francisco 94109

MRS. CINDY K. ETCHISON, 623 Nocturne Ct.,
Ontario 91761

THE GREEN HOUSE, Mr. & Mrs. James R. Anderson,
9515 Flower St., Bellflower 90706
ALAN & SUZANN HIGGINBOTHAM, 8633 Meadow
Rd., Downey 90242

K&M GREENHOUSES, 3239 T St., N. Highlands 95660
MRS. FAYE KISTLER, 1406 E. Cypress, Glendora 91740
LEE'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 14246 Nordhoff St.,
Panorama Gty 91402

LYNN S. LOMBARD, 1407 Calle Espana, San
Dimas 91773

KAREN LEE MARCHI, 341 Seahorse Ct., Foster
Gty 94404

KARTUZ GREENHOUSES, INC., 1408 Sunset Drive,
Vista 92083

MENELEY AFRICAN VIOLETS, Chris Meneley, 89
Kearney St., S. San Francisco 94080
BARBARA MUGGLESTONE, 4741 IsabeUa Ave., Fair
Oaks 95628

NAPA VALLEY VIOLETS, 636 Cunard Dr., Napa 94558
FERN NATALE SPECIALTY FERNS, P.O. Box 419,
Albion 95410

PETAL PUSHERS, Carol Ford, Box 265, Belmont 94002
PETROVFFSKY GREENHOUSES, 14867 Indian Springs
Road, Rough & Ready 95975
OLIVE I. PRATT, 11604 Cielo Ln., Loma linda 92354
RAINBOW FOREST, 2011 Yorkshire Way, Mountain
View 94040

SCAGLIOLA'S GREENHOUSE VIOLETS, 750 Gull
Ave., Foster City 94404

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

67

Hortense Pittman

Hybridizes New Ones

(Photos by Sundown Pittman)

Zippy

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

68

Tia

Irene Fredette

Hybridizer

and

Photographer

Fizst Child

Hybridized by

Mrs. J. J. Wiesner

Grown by

Mrs. Harry G. Garner

(Photo by Tony Novak)

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

69

SUNNYSIDE NURSERIES, INC., P.O. Box 4836,
Hayward 94540

THOM & SCHWARZ GREENHOUSES, 936 San
Miguel Rd., Concord 94520

VIOLETS BY BEVERLY, Helen Moffatt, 1325 Paseo
Sereno, San Dimas 91773

VIOLETS GALORE, Layne Nickels, 174 E. 8th Ave.,
Chico 95926

VIOLET GARDENS, Raymond & Diane Mendoza, 160
N. Montgomery St., San Jose 95110
MURIEL A. WARWICK, 645 Pegasus Ln., Foster
City 94404

GERALD R. WILLIAMS, c/o Rainbow Gardens
Bookshop, 1574 Dorothea Rd., La Habra 90631
ZACA VISTA NURSERY, 1190 Alamo Pintado Rd.,
Solvang 93463

COLORADO

E. F. ATKINSON, P.O. Box 466, Monument 80B2
JEANNE P. BOHN, P.O. Box 174, Hygiene 80533
THE SCULPTURED PETAL, 16536 E. Wesley, Aurora
800B

SUSAN SHAW, 4367 Franklin Ave., Loveland 80537
THOMAS H. SMITH, 1505 Edith Ln., Colorado Springs
80909

MR. & MRS. HARLAN WAND, 2909 Palmer Park
Blvd., Colorado Springs 80909
THE VIOLET SHOWCASE, 3147 S. Broadway,
Englewood 80110

CONNECTICUT

BUELL'S GREENHOUSES, INC., Mr. & Mrs. Albert H.

Buell, P.O. Box 218, Weeks Rd., Eastford 06242
JEAN C. DOLAN DISTRIBUTORS, P.O. Box 3127,
Stony Creek 06405

'FREDETTE ORIGINALS', 972 Grassy Hill Road,
Orange 06477

HALE'S HOUSE OF VIOLETS, 76 London Rd., Hebron
06248

HEAVENLY VIOLETS, Mrs. Mary V. Boose, 9 Turney
PL, Trumbull 06611

POWDER HILL VIOLETS, Mr. & Mrs. Max Zavisza,
100 Abbe Road, Enfield 06082
WINTONBURY VIOLET CELLAR, Nancy G. Hayes, 9
Cobblestone Rd., Bloomfield 06002

DELAWARE

BLATTS GREENHOUSE, RD. 2, Box 34, Rt. 300,
Smyrna 19977

RORIDA

AFRICAN VIOLET WORLD, Rt. 3, Box 371A, Apopka
32703

BETHANY'S AFRICAN VIOLET NURSERY, 220 E.

Amber St., Pensacola 32503
CHERYL'S VIOLET PATCH, 1915 Hora Rd., Clear¬
water 33515

DODE'S GARDENS, INC., c/o Mrs. James B. Whitaker,
1490 Saturn St., Merritt Island 32952

DUVAL'S NURSERY & VIOLET COTTAGE, 8401
Briese Ln., Pensacola 32504

ENSLEY VIOLET SHOP, 220 Carolina Dr., Pensa¬
cola 32504

ENVIRONMENTAL CONCEPTS, Howard J. Amster,
710 NW 57th St., Ft. Lauderdale 33309
FERNS & EXOTIC PLANTS, Jean Norris, 601 E. Celery
Ave., Sanford 32771

THE GREENHOUSE, Irene K. Brown, Rt. 1, Box 177D,
Sanford 32771

HALL'S PACKAGED SOILS, INC., 13240 Belcher
Road, Largo 33543

MILLIE HANSEN, 1049 Marine St., Clearwater 33515
MIMI'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, INC., P.O. Box 2967,
1100 Stevens Ave., Deland 32720
O. F. NELSON & SONS NURSERY, INC., Rt. 1, Box
164, Apopka 32703

OAKDELL NURSERIES, Attn. Terry Martin, P.O. Box
1147, Apopka 32703

PAN AMERICAN PLANT CO., Parrish 33564
SKY LAKE AFRICAN VIOLETS, INC., Harriet
Reichenbach, 1708 A. Mami Gardens Dr., N. Mami
Beach 33179

TENDER LEAF GARDENS, Ruth Eileen Taintor, 2168
Gulf Gate Dr., Sarasota 33581
VALLEY VIOLETS, Earl & Joyce Mathews, Rt. 1, Box
69, DeFuniak Springs 32433
THE VIOLET HOUSE, c/o D. Maduro, P.O. Box 1274,
Gainesville 32601

THE VIOLET PATCH, 6548 Flamingo Rd., Melbourne
32901

VIOLETERLA, c/o Madelene N. Reheiser, 3394 NE
Indian Dr., Jensen Beach 33457
VIOLETS BY BETTY & GEORGE TERRY, 4100 38th
Way, South, St. Petersburg 33711
VIOLETS AT THE ERNSTS, 221 SE 70th St.,
Gainesville 32601

VIOLETS BY JUDY, Mr. & Mre. Warren B. Partain, Rt.

1, No. 9, Hummingbird Ln., Winter Haven, 33880
MRS. W. M. WARD, Box 7087, Laguna Beach, Panama
City 32407

SANDRA WILLIAMS, c/o Bill Williams Agency, 6109
9th St., N, St. Petersburg 33703
XPANDING INDUSTRIES, INC., Rt. 3, Box 264,
Alachua 32615

GEORGIA

BEN BRASWELL, c/o Leila's Florist, Rt. 1, Box 179-E,
Juniper 31813

MR. & MRS. MARVIN R. COX, JR., Rt. 2, Box 159,
Oakwood 30566

TRAVIS DAVIS, P.O. Box 42, EUen St., Ochlock-
nee 31773

ERWIN'S VIOLETS, 3760 Woodruff Rd., Colum¬
bus 31904

GOODS HYBRIDS, 281 Sabrina Ct., Woodstock 30188

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70

MT. ZION NURSERY & SUPPLY, Carl B. Christopher,
Rt. 1, Box 129, Axson 31614
NORTHBROOK NURSERY, c/o Richard T. Hanlin, Rt.

1, Box 459E, Hwy. 106, Hull 30646
MRS. L. H. SKAAR, 4601 Garrard Ave., Savannah
31405

CHARLENE L. SPONAMORE, c/o Continental
Telephone Inti., Attn. Cairo Pouch, 223 Perimeter Ctr.
Pwky., Atlanta 30346

MRS. WILLIAM A. STONE, 2488 Headland Dr., East
Point 30344

VIOLETS ATLANTA, c/o Sue Spann, 1474 Conley Rd.,
Conley 30027

VIOLETS ATLANTA, c/o Janet Whitfield, 2331
Ridgecrest Ln., East Point 30344
VIOLET BUDS & BLOSSOMS, 1013 Monanaw Ave.,
RossviUe 30741

VIOLETS GALORE OF GEORGIA, Jim & Jean Wright,
3482 Misty Valley Rd., Decatur 30032

IDAHO

RUTH'S INDOOR GARDENS, Ruth Duggan, Owner,
128 W. Heybum, Twin Falls 83301
VIVID VIOLETS, White Pine Ter, No. 31, Headquarters
83534

ILLINOIS

BRI-LEA GREENHOUSES, Rt. 1, Box 235, Bilter Rd.,
Aurora 60504

CLOUD NINE GARDENS, 3180 N. Lake Shore Dr., 14F,
CHcago 60657

DATES VIOLETRY, Rt. 1, Box 72-D, Sugar Grove 60554
CHERYLL DENNIS, 8282 McCurry Rd., Roscoe 61073
FLOWERWOOD, INC., Rt. 14, Box 176, Crystal
Lake 60014

THE GREEN ACRE, 820 W. Northwest Hwy., Bar¬
rington 60010

GERRY HALUSEK, 1424 Indian Ln., Carpenters-
ville 60110

MR. & MRS. ROBT. J. MIDERSKI, 945 Exmoor Ave.,
Barrington 60010

LUANNE SCHWARTZ, 20402 S. 61st St. Ct., Cicero
60650

WILLIAM W. & VIDA E. ZIMMER, P.O. Box 114,
Pinckeyville 62274

INDIANA

JUDY CORAD, 3017 Bender St., Portage 46368
HALBERT & LUCILLE HEAVIN, 921 N. Dequincy St.,
Indianapolis 46201

ROSEMEYER'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, R.R. 3, Box 267,
Sunman 47041

WILSON BROTHERS, Roachdale 46172
IOWA

FOLWELUS CARDS & GIFTS, 219 W. 2nd Street,
Davenport 52801

THE GINGHAM OUTHOUSE & POT SHOP, 124 5th,
W. Des Moines 50265

HAWKEYE VIOLETS, Gordon Boone, 409 Oak St., Red
Oak 51566

HELEN'S BLOOMERS, 3825 Beaver Ave., Des Moines
50310

MADAME BUTTERFLY, 2166 Broadlawn, Dubuque
52001

MRS. VELMA OWEN, 635 N. Cedar St., Monticello
52310

KANSAS

McKINNEY'S GLASSHOUSE, 89 Mission Rd.,
Eastborough, Wichita 67207
PATTY'S PLANT PLACE, Rt. 1, Box 55, Cheney 67025
KENTUCKY

BLUE GRASS ORCHIDS, 3913 Winchester Road, Lex¬
ington 40511

LOUISIANA

'ALMA'S VIOLETS', P.O. Box 695, Basile 70515
CANNON'S VIOLETS, 29B Mumphrey Rd., Chal-
mette 70043

GERTRUDE'S VIOLETS, 1214 Common, Lake Charles
70601

JUST VIOLETS, 5841 Pembrook Dr., New Orleans 70114
NORMA-LOGH AFRICAN VIOLETS, 405 6th NE,
Springhill 71075

PETE'S HOUSE OF VIOLETS, 2326 Line Ave.,
Shreveport 71104

PRONTO PLANT FOOD CO., Robert J. Alpe, P.O.
Box 247, Wisner 7B78

H. THOMASSON GREENHOUSES, Rt. 1, Box 161AA,
Livingston 70754

THE VIOLET SHOPPE, 4313 Waverly St., Metairie
70002

VIOLETS BY HICKS, 1514 S. Peck, Baton Rouge 70810
VIOLETS C/O COOKIE, 2400 Knightway Dr., Gretna
70053

VIOLETS ETC. I, 703 Behrman Hwy., Gretna 70053
MARYLAND

THE BEHNKE NURSERIES, P.O. Box 106, Belts-
viUe 20705

CROWNSVILLE NURSERY, Charles Wasitis, 1241
Generals Hwy., CrownsviUe 21032
HARTLEY'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 315 Webster St., Bel
Air 21014

MRS. F. C. KASPRZAK, 1285 Bartonshire Way,
Rockville 20854

JANE M. KEIR, 19216 Drumridge Cir., Gaithers¬
burg 20760

MASSACHUSETTS

BAKER'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Donald L. Baker, 87
Saco St., Newton Upper Falls 02164
BERKSHIRE VIOLETS, Skyline Trail, Chester 01011
BESS' VIOLETS, Mrs. Bessie Ciarcia, 245 Gardiner St.,
Raynham 02767

CAPE COD VIOLETRY, Mr. & Mrs. John Cook, 28
Minot St., Falmouth 02540

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

71

Lyndon Lyon’s

1981 Plants

.3

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

72

THE GREEN THUMB, Walt McGrath, 20 Concord St.,
Gloucester 01930

THE HY-TROUS CORPORATION, 3 Green St.,
Woburn 01915

REUBEN & KATHERINE INNIS, 8 Maddison Ln.,
Lynnfield 01940

MICHIGAN

BAY VALLEY VIOLETS, Jamie Christensen, 701 Hamp¬
den Court, Midland 48640
DORIS L BEARMAN, 918 Maple St., Albion 49224
DICKERSON'S GREENHOUSE, Rt. 1, Box 159, Bloom-
ingdale 49026

GREGORY'S VIOLETS, 2123 Hermitage Dr., Davison
48423

PHYLLIS HAYWOOD, 5280 Haven Rd., Leonard 48038
MRS. SHIRLEY HELMS, Rt. 1, Box 354, Bark River
49807

INDOOR GARDENING SUPPLIES, P.O. Box 40567,
Detroit 48240

JUST VARIEGATED VIOLETS, Mrs. Robt. QMeara,
214 E. 3rd St., Gaylord 49735
LEIX'S VILLAGE VIOLETRY, 4785 W. Center St., P.O.
Box 238, Millington 48746

LIBERTY GREENHOUSES, 2300 W. Uberty Rd., Box
186, Somerset Center 49282

MARVELOUS MINIS, Ron Brenton, 30840 Wentworth,
Livonia 48154

MARY'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Mary E. Hofer, 19788
San Juan, Detroit 48221

MESSIN' ROUND VIOLETRY, 4040 Squirrel Rd., Lake
Orion 48035

SHIRLEY'S BLOOMING BLOSSOMS, 604 S. Hannon
Dr., Box 67, Somerset 49281

MINNESOTA

LEBENS PLANT CO., 1021 W. Larp)enteur Ave., St.
Paul 55113

TONKADALE GREENHOUSES, 3739 Tonkawood
Rd., Minnetonka 55343

MISSISSIPPI

B & V AFRICAN VIOLETS AND SUPPLIES, 102

Brown St., Columbus 39701

MISSOURI

ALICE'S VIOLET ROOM, Rt. 2, Box 365B, Waynes-
viUe 65583

J. DAVID BUTTRAM, P.O. Box 193, Indepen¬
dence 64051

LAURA MAE FRISEMG, 2337 Yuma, Joplin 64801
SALLY HAVEN VIOLETS, Mr. & Mrs. David S. Haven,
1011 Savoy Lane, Manchester 63011
TOMARA AFRICAN VIOLETS, Mrs. R. D. Tompkins,
Route 3, Fayette 65248

MRS. GENE POTTS, Rt. 4, Box 16, Bolivar 65613
SCHULTZ COMPANY, 11730 Northline, Maryland
Hts., St. Louis 63043

ST. LOUIS VIOLET NURSERIES, Ronn & Katsuko
Nadeau, 48 Queensbrook PL, St. Louis 63132
MRS. LEONARD VOLKART, 309 W. Meadow Ln.,
California 65018

VIOLA'S VIOLETS, Rt. 1, Box 313, Lecoma 65540
NEBRASKA

PLASTIC-CYC, 4629 S. 29th Plaza, Omaha 68107
VICTORIAN VIOLETS, Melinda TuriUe, 15005 Dewey
Ave., Omaha 68154

NEW JERSEY

JOSEPH J. DARGINIO, 22 Longwood Dr., Grove-
ville 08620

FISHER GREENHOUSES, Linwood 08221
HUMPHREY'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 46 Glen Ave., E.,
Harrington Park 07640

KOLB'S GREENHOUSES, Earl & Natalie Kolb, 725
Belvidere Rd., Phillipsburg 08865
PURPLE THUMB, Mrs. Joan Westrick, 343 MacArthur
Ave., Long Branch 07740

NEW MEXICO

MRS. LEE M. CULVER, 1604 E. 17th St., Farming-
ton 87401

NEW YORK

MRS. RUTH 1. ALLEN, 561 Eastern Blvd., Water-
town 13601

ANNALEE VIOLETRY, 29-50 214th PL, Bayside 11360
JOSEPH ARTH, 9 Banbury Ln., Commack 11725
BRIGHT BLOSSOMS, Carol Kowalski, R.D. 5, Amster¬
dam 12010

CASEY'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 218 Beley Ave., Matty-
dale 13211

CERRI ROWERS, INC., 9528 Rt. 49, Marcy 13403
CHAMPION'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Mrs. Duane L.

Champion, Rt. 2, Clay 13041
MRS. CHARLES DI SALVO, 33 N. Park Ave., Buffalo
14216

ANTHONY J. DONDERWRZ, Rt. 1, Massena 13662
EMMY'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 2B Kingsbury Ave.,
Elmira 14901

ENGELS AFRICAN VIOLET SHOP, c/o Carolyn
Engels, Box 46, E. Palmyra 14444
CAROL VAN EVERA, 94 Montgomery St., Canajo-
harie 13317

EVERSON'S HOUSE PLANTS, 4328 S. Salina St.,
Syracuse 13205

FINGER'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Mr. & Mre. Jerrold
Finger, 127 Wadsworth Rd., N. Syracuse 13212
MRS. ELLEN GRAVES, 5981 Mayflower Rd., Niagara
FaUs 14305

HOLLEY'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 35 Noble St., Cox-
sackie 12051

EDWARD JANOSICK, Hardscrabble Rd., Rox-
bury 12474

THELMA JEAN'S VIOLETS, 16 Oxbow Road, Fair-
port 14450

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73

THE KALEIDOSCOPE, Glenn & Janet Hatcher, 88
EXirland Ave., Elmira 14905
TERRY LINDEN, 153 E. 57th St., Apt. 9J, New
York 10022

LLOYD'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 2568 E. Main St.,
Cato 13033

LYKE'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Dorothy Lyke, East
Bethany 14054

MR. & MRS. LYNDON LYON, 14 Mutchler St.,
Dolgeville 13329

MARY'S HOUSE OF VIOLETS, 33 Saquoit St., New
York Mills 13417

MEEK'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Ruth W. Meek, 214
Goodrich Ave., Syraci^ 13210
MILLER'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 214 Oakmont Dr.,
Dewitt 13214

VIRGINIA PACILLI, 124 Smith St., Freeport 11520
RIENHARDT'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 4463 W. Seneca
Tpk., Rt. 2, Syracuse 13215
PAUL SORANO, 14 Mutchler St., Dolgeville 13329
TECHNI-GROWERS GREENHOUSES, INC., RD. 1,
Box 88, Warwick 10990

TICKNOR'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, RD. 1, Box 306,
Central Square 13036

ANTHONY D. VILT, PBS Box 3275, APO New
York 09009

RICHARD M. WASMUND, 1609 Michigan Ave.,
Niagara Falls 14305

MRS, JOSEPH A. WEYNAND, 309 Montauk Hwy., E.
Moriches 11940

NORTH CAROLINA

AIMEE'S VIOLETRY, Wm. D. Whitaker, 4005 Ingram
Dr., Raleigh 27604

BELL'S CAROLINA VIOLETS, P.O. Box 595,
Albemarle 28001

IRVING B. ELKINS, 101 W 27th St., Lumberton 28358
EVA'S LEAVES, Eva Harp, 7511 Middlebury PL,
Charlotte 28212

MRS. RICHARD H. GRAHAM, P.O. Box 32, Pine-
bluff 28373

KAY'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Kay Hudson, 5711
Idlebrook Dr., Charlotte 28212
MRS. PATRICIA McDONALD, Rt. 1, Box 59AA, Deep
Gap 28618

McLESTER'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Sharon McLester,
308 Meadowood Cir., Kannapolis 28081
PEELER'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Mr. & Mi^. B. P. Peeler,
Jr., Hidden Lake, Rt. 2, Lawndale 28090
RUTH'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Naomi Bryant, Hwy. 44
E., Gty Limit Sign, Whitakers 27891
UTOPIA GREENHOUSES, Mre. Jeanne Giannuzzi,
P.O. Box 305, U.S. 64, Hayesville 28904

OHIO

BETTY'S BLOOMERS, Betty L. Lafuze, 3848 St. John's
Ter., Cincinnati 45236

CHARLIE'S VIOLETS, Charles McIntosh, 7272 Kin^-
wood Dr., West Chester 45069
MRS. LEE DRENNEN, 1415 Central Ave., Sandusky
44870

GRANGER GARDENS, 1060 Wilbur Road, Medina
44256

AGATHA HAETTICH, 4179 W. 204th St., Rear, Fair-
view Village 44126

JUST VIOLETS, 1301 White Oak Rd., Amelia 45102
J. A. PETERSON SONS, 3132 McHenry Ave., West-
wood, Cincinnati 45211

MRS. CAROL SOTKIEWICZ, 2943 N. 109th St.,
Toledo 43611

TUBE CRAFT, INC., BU W. 80th St., Cleveland 44102
THE VIOLET WINDOW, Helen & Ed Barr, 896 Terra
Alta, N.E., Warren 44483

OKLAHOMA

BRUSHY MOUNTAIN GREENHOUSE, Rt. 2, Box
385-C, Muskogee 74401

HIGHTOWER'S VIOLET NOOK, Geo. & Darlene
Hightower, 2710 S. 96th E. Place, Tulsa 74129
HONEYVIEW VIOLETS, Bill L. Moberly, Rt. 3, Box
328, Grove 74344

CHEROKEE HUDSON, 2712 Shannon, Bethany 73008
J. F. INDUSTRIES, Juanita Freeman, Box 7704,
Tulsa 74105

McCAWLEY'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Mr. & Mrs. C. S.

McCawley, 1721 S. Fulton, Tulsa 74112
PAT'S PLANT SHOPPE, B19 NW 83rd, Oklahoma
City 73114

RENNIE'S PLANTS, ETC., 5916 E 28st St., Tulsa 74114
SIM'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 1308 S. Sandusky, Tulsa
74112

SOONER STATE VIOLET NURSERY, Sidney Groene-
man, 5321 E. 26th Place., Tulsa 74114

OREGON

MRS. HARRY ARNDT, 20454 NE Sandy Blvd., Trout-
dale 97060

BETTY'S VIOLETRY, 9282 SE Yamhill, Portland 97216
ELF NURSERY, 360 Isthmus Heights Rd., Coos
Bay 97420

KARYLE PASLEY, 1140 7th Ave., Gold Hill 97525
REVA'S VIOLET ROOM, 92152 Cobury Rd., Eugene
97401

MRS. DAVID YOUNG, 3610 Hwy. 34, Waldport 97394
PENNSYLVANIA

DENISON'S GREEN HOUSES, Sproul & Beatty Roads,
Springfield 19064

LEDDEN'S GREENHOUSE & GIFT SHOP, RD. 2, Box
74, New Milford 18834

MRS. CONNIE & MR. WILBUR P. MISKA, Parkers
Glen Rd., Shohola 18458

RHGNING VIOLETS, Star Rt., Box 730, Rt. 940,
Pocono Lake 18347

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74

THOMAS SEILER, 2050 E. Orleans St., Philadelphia
19134

TINARI GREENHOUSES, 2325 Valley Road, Hunting¬
don Valley 19006

SOUTH CAROLINA

ANDREWS NURSERY, c/o Maxcy & Brenda Powell,
Rt. 3, Box 37-E, Andrews 29510
CAPTV SALTY'S LEAVES, Lois C. Menzies, P.O. Box
1044, Pawley's Island 29585

CHRISTINE'S aOWERLAND, Christine M. Diggs, 118
Lexington Ave., P.O. Box 626, Lake City 29560
RUSSELL H. GROOM, 267 Kinsey Dr., Sumter 29150
HILL'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 105 Samuel Rd., Honea

Path 29654

MRS. E. W. HOLMAN, 1310 Sewanee Ave., Florence
29501

HOME OF AFRICAN VIOLETS, 503 Southway, Eas¬
ley 29640

VICKI LIPSCOMB, Rt. 4, Box 123, Inman 29349
TENNESSEE

A-1 AFRICAN VIOLETS, 3499 Heckle, Memphis 38111
CEDAR LAKE AFRICAN VIOLETS, Mrs. Malcomb S.

Cone, Jr., P.O. Box 38392, Memphis 38138
MRS. CHAS. DYSINGER, 902 Neuhoff Lane, Nash¬
ville 37205

HOBBY PLANT FARM, I. V. Humphreys, Rt. 5, Finley
Hwy., Dyersburg 38024

TEXAS

THE AFRICAN VIOLETRY, 926 E. 14th, Houston 77009
ANSTEAUS VIOLETS & BEGONIAS, 221 E. Morris,
Jasper 75951

BAR 10 VIOLET RANCH, Rt. 1, Box 165, Colum¬
bus 78934

MRS. LELAND BARNES', 3114 W. Michigan, Mid¬
land 79701

MRS. MARY BARNETT, 205 W. 11th, Ferris 75125
CAROL'S VIOLETS, 9813 Deer Trail, Houston 77038
CEDAR HILL GREENHOUSE, Mrs. Dorothy Cox, Rt.

1, Box 285A, Omaha 75571

DEAN ENTERPRISES, Frances Dean, Box 6005, Jasper
75951

DeETTA'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, P.O. Box 57787,
Webster 77598

DOS DE LA TIERRA, Mr. & Mrs. J. W. Johnson, 110
James St., Refugio 78377

EX)WNTOWN SIMONTON PLANT FARM, Box 377,
Simonton 77476

SYLVIA EDGAR, 3128 Santa Teresa, Dallas 75228
ELEPHANT EAR, Mrs. Bruce Blalock, Box 19243,
Houston 77079

EVA'S VIOLET WORLD, 6833 S. Gessner, Box 530,
Houston 77036

THE FLORIUM, 4627 — Wild Indigo, Suite 605,
Houston 77026

GAYLE'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Gayle S. King, Rt. 3,
Box 112, Killeen 76541

PEGGY S. HENAULT, 12 Fieldstone, New Braun¬
fels 78130

HILL COUNTRY AFRICAN VIOLETS, Ken Froboese,
Rt. 1, Box 1074, Boeme 78006
HORTENSE'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 12406 Alexandria,

San Antonio 78233

JIM'S PLANT FARM, Hwy. 30, W., Roans Prairie 77875
ALENE KING, 1747 Brandenburg, San Antonio 78232
KRIDLER GARDENS, Rt. 3, Box 244, Mt. Plea¬
sant 75455

MRS. LOUISE LaFRANCIS, RR. 4, Box 510, Con¬
roe 77302

THE LITTLE PLANT HAVEN, B31 LaPorte, Waco
76710

LOLITA'S VIOLETS, Rt. 15, Box 175C, San Antonio

78228

MRS. R. E. MARCOTTE, 912 Hall St., Kingsville 78363
MARY'S VIOLET BOUTIQUE, Mary E. Lankford, 2723
Healey Dr., Dallas 75228

MIRACULOUS MINIS, Mrs. Don Philips, Rt. 5, Box
1618, College Station 77840

ORCHID GARDENS, INC., 9748 Brockbank, Dallas

75220

PAT'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Ms. D. N. Tuminello, Rt.

7, Box 45, Beaumont 77703
PAT'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 2517 Hazel, Texar¬
kana 75501

PAT'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 4617 Cole Ave., Dal¬
las 75205

PLEASANT HILL AFRICAN VIOLETS, Mrs. Ruth

Goeke, Rt. 1, Box 73, Brenham 77833
RAY'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, Rt. 4, Box 212, CoUege
Station 77840

RU-AN'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 7314 Green Glen, San
Antonio 78255

MRS. CHARLES R. RUSSELL, 278 Maple Valley,
Houston 77056

SAILOR'S HOME VIOLETRY, Laura Sailors, 7512 Gist
PL, Odessa 79762

MARY SCHMIDT NURSERY, 2611 Stratford Ct., San

Antonio 78223

SHIRLEY'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 13602 Sandy Ln.,
Tomball 77375

WINSTON SMITH, Rt. 1, Box 84A, Liberty 77575
STRECASU, 271 El Monte, San Antonio 78212
SUSAN'S VIOLETS, 2447 Gus Thomasson, Dallas
75228

SWIFTS', P.O. Box 28012, Dallas 75228

TINGLE'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, P.O. Box 1627,
Cleveland 77327

THE VINE & THE BRANCHES, 206 E. Beeline, Harker
Heights 76541

THE VIOLET SHOP, Helen Cooley, 4634 Quincy,
Corpus Christi 78411

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75

THE VIOLET SHOP, Natalie McWates & Come Hag¬
gard, 8114 Langdon Ln., Houston 77036

VIOLET COTTAGE, Marie Dattalo, 5900 39th St.,
Groves 77619

VIOLETS ETC., Florence Gerber, Rt. 2, Box 252H, Tex¬
arkana 75501

VIOLETS IN HARMONY, Jan Stratton, 2230 Winthrop,
Dallas 75228

VOLKMANN BROS. GREENHOUSE, 2714 Minert St.,
Dallas 75219

WESTOWN INDUSTRIES, INC., Ada's Violets, 22 Ter¬
race Dr., Houston 77007

BETTY J. WILSON, 17115 Faring, Houston 77049

UTAH

BONNEVILLE NURSERY, Burton S. Johnson, 1130 E.
Main, American Fork 84003

LES BELLES RUERS, 2402 Taylor Ave., Ogden 84401

MELVIN J. ROBEY, 4507 Fortuna Way, Salt Lake
City 84117

VIRGINIA

CRESTWOOD VIOLETRY, 7314 Jervis St., Spring-
field 22151

THE GAZEBO GARDEN CENTER, 4201 Williamson
Rd., Roanoke 24012

HELEN'S FOLLY, Mrs. Helen Homyer, 6403 Limerick
Ct., Springfield 22152

JEWELL'S VIOLET BOUTIQUE, 6009 Grayson St.,
Springfield 22150

MOUNTAIN VIEW GREENHOUSE, Rt. 1, Box 19-3,
Stanardsville 22973

THE PETAL PUSHER, 7843 Rectory Lane, Annan-
dale 22003

WASHINGTON

BUTLER'S NURSERY, 10052 136th Ave., NE, Kirk¬
land 98033

CHEMIN DE PER IND., Mrs. A. W. Schwake, P.O. Box
96, Palouse 99161

LINDA L. DOUGHERTY, 1491 Vaughn Rd., Mt. Ver¬
non 98273

KLINKEL'S AFRICAN VIOLETS, 1553 Harding St.,

Enumclaw 98022

WAYNE LINDSTROM, 3632 N. Woodland PL, Mt.
Vernon 98273

THE VIOLET TREASURY, Linda Zartman, 2609 Rest-
haven Rd., Yakima 98901

WEST VIRGINIA

L N S VIOLETRY, Rt. 1, Box 7, Huttonsville 26273

NATURE'S WINDOW PLANT SHOPPE, 320 7th Ave.,
S. Charleston 25303

WISCONSIN

AFRICAN VIOLETS, Mr. & Mrs. Alfred Alf, 4021
Anther Dr., Rt. 2, Beloit 53511

MRS. ROY BARTEL, 6409 W. Wilbur Ave., Milwau¬
kee 53220

FLORALFTE CO., John & Ann Slamka, 4124 E.
Oakwood Rd., Oak Creek 53154

JOSEPHINE LANGOWSKI, 5829 S. New York Ave.,
Cudahay 53110

PAT ROBINSON PLANTS, 1641 Bruce Lane, Green
Bay 54303

RICE'S VIOLETRY, 1334 Lang Rd., Oconomowoc 53066

SCUDDER'S VIOLETRY, 1929 Walton Lane, Rt. 5, Box
372, Beloit 53511

VIOLETS GALORE - AT THE GORALS, 132 Joan
Ave., Green Bay 54302

KARTER G. WILKENING, 2705 S. 45th St., Milwau¬
kee 53219

WINNING PLANT — ‘San Francisco’ was the win¬
ning plant at the Upper Pinellas AVS’ show and is
shown here with the grower, Martha Tracey, the
club president. The plant was the best under 12”.

Please send ALL articles for the Magazine to the

Editor — NOT to the Knoxville office.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

76

THE BEAUTIFUL SAINTPAULIA

NOW . IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS . By Mrs. Toshiko Kawakami

700 Varieties, 260 Pages, Beautifuiiy Printed in Japan

A truiy unique new, fuli color 11” x 14” Book on African violets.
Never before have so many hybrids been collected under one cover!

Hundreds of varieties burst forth in magnificent coion

OLD NEW STANDARDS MINIATURES

VARIEGATES TRAILERS SPECIES

BALLETS MELODIES OPTI MARAS RHAPSODIES

... All Are Covered In This Book . . .

Lovely illustrations of flower and leaf types, plus a list of the
i AVSA 1979/1980 Registered Varieties and “The Favorite Fifty” of
■ these same years.

Here is a book that will be a joy to own and an unforgettable gift
for the Saintpaulia fancier that will be treasured for many years.

To Order:

; Please send your name and address and a check or money order for
$98.00 ($95.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling) (Foreign additional)

-■ For U.S.A. Shipments To:

, Mrs. Sandy Weynand

■ IDAI/GESNERIA

309 Montauk Highway
East Moriches, NY 11940
516-878-8907

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

77

Preparing AV Plant for Show

by Suzette M. Smith
2 Pershing Avenue
Valley Stream, NY 11581

If you are planning to grow plants for your annual
show, you cannot start too early. Pick out a plantlet
that shows a natural disposition towards regular
growth and see that the central leaves are growing
out uniformly (each pair at right angles to the pre-
ceding pair).

The size of the plant does not necessarily make a
prize winner — the other factors on which it will
be judged are more important — however, all other
things being equal, the larger plant would gain
top honors.

In growing for show it is wise to pick off the flower
stems and buds for several weeks (about 8 weeks)
before show; this results in better growth of root and
leaf system.

As the petioles (leaf stalks) become longer and the
leaves larger it is good to support them by improvising
a wire frame support, or by cutting the center out of a

paper dish and setting it on the rim of the pot, thus
supporting the growing leaves.

The ideal specimen plant must be grown on a single
stem with the leaves radiating regularly from the
center of the plant in the shape of a cartwheel. Watch
the development of your plant, and where necessary
insert a wooden or plastic toothpick beside a petiole to
bring it around to the desired position; it is not dif¬
ficult to groom a plant in this way.

See that you have not left any "suckers” on your
plant — these should always be removed as soon as
they appear. As for grooming, make sure your leaves
have been cleaned and have a bright glossy appear¬
ance — don't leave any dead flowers or stems on
your plant.

When you exhibit one of your prize plants you will
be thrilled at the appreciation shown to your eye
catching effort, and all your care and trouble will be
amply rewarded.

CAROL’S VIOLETS

Standards — Miniatures — Trailers
Authorized Distributor For:

Fredette’s Originals & DiB’s Violets
Many Granger Varieties Including — Desert Dawn and Valencia
2943 No. 109th St. Toledo, OH 4361 1

( 419) 726-0648 Visitors Please Call Ahead

NO SHIPPING

WE’RE NEW

If we are going to stay in business we have to please you.
1981 releases and older favorites. Plants and F.C. leaves,
send 35(p for list. Shipping March 1.

Mary’s Violet Boutique

P.O. Box 28903 Dallas, TX 75228 214 ■ 279 - 2349

“African Violets — Fresh cut
leaves. Large list — .50(p plus SASE
— Dean Enterprises, Dept AVS-2,
P.O. Box 6085, Jasper, TX 75951.”

AFRICAN VIOLET MAGAZINE
BACK ISSUES

Write for a list of those available. Reduced rates in effect.
Complete your set now. AVSA office, RO. Box 1326, Knox¬
ville, TN 37901.

FI

AFRICAN VIOLETS
Have A New Home

The new owners are Jim and Audrey
Buchanan of El Cajon, California. Ei
Cajon is not too far from us in San
Diego County.

We appreciate with just a tinge of
sadness, the fact that they wili stili be
known as Elisa’s African Violet Rings.

We wish to thank ali our customers
for their understanding for delays due
to our illnesses. You are a great bunch
and a credit to the Violet World.

We sincerely hope you will support
the Buchanans like you have us.

And iadies, continue writing to me. i
will miss your nice letters about our
rings and our cats.

Gracias and Adios

The Frews, Elisa and John
from Fallbrook, CA 92028

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

78

rr

A range of lovely gifts with

an

accent

on

violets

SASE for brochure

972 grassy hill rd.
orange, ct., 06477
(203) 795-5360

No Shipping

Eva’s Violet World

13^

African violets — Standards
^ & Miniatures ~ Large Selec¬
tion of Growing Suppiies —
Rings from 6” Mini to 18”
Maxi — Light Stands and
FloraCarts.

9358 Bellaire Blvd. - Houston, TX — 77036
(713) 776*2966

We Are Here To Help You With Your Growing Needs

SPOONIT

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get 1 lb. for

$3.50 pp

from

PLANTSMITH
1924 Plymouth Street
Mt. View, California 94043

14 Mutchler Street

LYNDON LYON GREENHOUSES, INC.

Phone (315) 429-8291

Dolgeville, NY 13329
AFRICAN VIOLETS

Newly Registered 1981 Varieties

DARTH VADER — Huge white star, wide purple

edge; standard foliage.

SHYNESS — Semidbl. purple, often with white;
Tommie Lou foliage.

DISCO DANCIN’ — Double fantasy, dancin’ with
pink ’n purple; tailored foliage.

LINDSEY ANN ~ Peachy pink dbl. firs., softly
edged with white; dark foliage.

TRIPLE TWIST --- Wow! Double, almost triple,
deep red with white edges; dark foliage.

SCENE STEALER — New! Dynomite red flowers
on Tommie Lo^foliage.

FRINGED CHARM — Double flowers fringed with
purpie and green; scalloped leaves.

PROVOCATIVE — Semidouble white stars on
Tommie Lou dark foliage.

ICY TRAIL — White flowers covering dark
foliage; semimini trailer.

BUCKEYE TRAIL — Double blue flowers over

dark foliage; semimini trailer.

LOVE BUG — Wow! Dynomite red firs, on
tailored Tommie Lou foliage; miniature.

LUVKINS -^'^Doubie pink firs, stand tall above
shiny foiiage; miniature.

Prices include ail costs including AIR MAIL for first priority. Six or more plants or rooted cuttings
@ $3.69 each, iess than 6 @ $4.19 each — Minimum order is 2 piants or rooted cuttings. Ship¬
ping season is from May 1 to November 1.

NO OVERSEAS SHIPPING!

NOTICE — Rooted cuttings are double size on orders totaling 6 or more.

Send stamp for full color list.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

79

VIOLA’S VIOLETS

10 Baby African Violets . $ 6.00

100 Baby African Violets . $50.00

30 African Violet Leaves . $10.00

Labeled, my choice, no two alike. UPS prepaid.

Route 1 , Box 31 3 Lecoma, MO 65540

CORAD’S VIOLETS

12 Leaves . $5.00

12 Leaves (rooted) . . $7.00

12 Small plants . . . $15.00

My choice, labeled, postpaid.

3017 Bender St. Portage, IN 46368

QMQAM’Q

SWEETHEART VIOLETS

4367 Franklin Ave.

Loveland, CO 80537 303-669-4233

I want to thank all my customers throughout the World
that made the 1981 shipping season such an enjoy¬
able experience. I am busy preparing my 1982 list that
will be loaded with brand new releases from all your
favorite hybridizers.

Please send 50$ for my descriptive list
available January 1st, 1982.

Overseas orders welcome — Please send $1.00 for list

CALIFORNIA VIOLETS

SPECIALIZING IN MINIATURE AFRICAN VIOLETS

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Many thanks to our 1981 customers for your favorable com¬
ments concerning the quality of our stock and shipping
methods. We look forward to serving you next year.

P.O. BOX 3053 • ONTARIO, CA. 91761 • (714) 988-4597

Bugtussle Violets

Authorized Fredette Distributor

Seasons Greetings
to all of you.

Keith 8t Phyllis Haywood

Spring 1982 List ready Nov. 15
$1.00 refundable — 1st order

Mrs. Keith Haywood Leonard, Ml 48038

5280 Haven Rd. 313-628-3478

RESERVOIR WICK POTt«

'“It Waters and Feeds
at the Same Time”

LEAF SUPPORT AND LEAF TRAINER POT

SEND STAMPED (20$),

SELF ADDRESSED LONG
ENVELOPE FOR CATALOG.

VOLKMANN BROS. GREENHOUSES

2714 Miner! St., /Dallas, Texas 75219

LIGHT — THE MOST IMPORTANT
FACTOR IN GROWTH IN ORCHIDS
The LIGHT INTENSITY METER is the only
instrument designed for plants. It reads the
''radiant light" of both sunlight and artificial light.
Has ft. candle scale, and book covering all
aspects of light, plant growth, photoperiodism.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. $29.95 ppd.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCEPTS, 710 NW 57th
St., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309. Check, M.O., Visa
or Mastercharge.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

80

VIOLETS GALORE

Standards, minis, traiiers, variegated, ruffled, plain. New and
old varieties. Healthy plants and fresh cut leaves. Mail Order.
-- Visitors by appointment. Send 50$ for complete list to

VIOLETS GALORE
174 E. 8th Ave.,

Chico, CA 95926
(916) 891-1432

CHERYL’S VIOLET PATCH

12 leaves (my choice) . $ 7.50 ppd.

20 leaves ( my choice) . $10.00 ppd.

All labeled and different, shipped priority mail.

Cheryl Richardson

1915 Flora Road 813-443-6771 Clearwater, FL 33515

KAY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Starter Rants Leaves

State Inspected

DISTRIBUTOR OF RONN NADEAU —
varieties by leading hybridizers.

plus over 350 new and old

FALL SPECIAL — 1 free plant or 1 free leaf with each plant or leaf

order. Minimum $10.00.

List 35$

Visitors welcome

5711 Idtebrook Dr.

(Please call ahead)

Charlotte, NC 28212

704-535-1892

INTRODUCING — Sitting Pretty Vioietry!

Quality African violets
grown by violet lovers for violet lovers.

Get Acquainted Offer:

12 fresh-cut leaves $ 3.50
25 fresh-cut leaves 5.00

5 starter plants 5.00

1 2 starter plants 10.00

Shipped Postpaid.

Our choice, all labeled, all different.

2239 S. 61st Avenue Cicero, IL 60650

MINIATURE LEAF SALE

20 leaves — $6.95 (my choice)

Miniature & semiminiature African violet leaves — all labeled,
all different. Please include $1.00 for Priority Mail.

TERRY LINDEN

153 East 57th Street New York City, NY 10022

RAY’S

AFRICAN VIOLETS

Specializing in Miniatures

i

SUPER FALL SPECIAL

12 Super Miniatures, Semiminiatures or Trailers,
Our Choice $19 Postpaid

We ship Priority Mail in Sturdy Styrofoam Chests

Foreign Orders Welcome — Add $7.50 for Postage

Catalog $.25 200 Varieties to choose from.

Reasonably priced at $2.00-$2.50

LINDA & MICKEY RAY, OWNERS
College Station, TX 77840

Route 4, Box 212 713-693-3237

Scagliola’s Greenhouse

and

VioLet-Cetera’s
Christmas Sale

Dates: December 5th and 6th
Times: 10:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.

African Violets, hand-painted self-watering
violet pots (all sizes), many unique violet gifts.
1982 varieties will be available as starter plants.

Address: 1601 Industrial Way, #2F
Belmont, CA 94002

Phone: 415-573-6872 or 415-341 -1456

AFRICAN VIOLETS

PLANTS - LEAVES - SUPPLIES

ANNOUNCING — New 1982 List.

Shipping of leaves only.

(Send SOq; for descriptive list.)

Our plant house is devoted entirely to growing superior quality African
violets — over 800 varieties of the best from leading hybridizers.

Visitors welcome — we keep irregular hours for your con¬
venience so just call before coming.

R. J. MIDERSKI

945 N. Exmoor Avenue Barrington, IL 60010
(312) 382-1077

AVSA Commercial Member

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

81

Quick! Neat! Easy!

FloraCART
Watering Wand

Popular accessory for your FloraCART.
Or for any plant setup. Lightweight 21” aiu-
minum wand dispenses water with pinpoint
accuracy — no spilling, no breaking leaves! No
heavy watering cans! Easy-operating positive-
action valve. Complete with 8 feet of plastic
hose and gallon plastic Jug. $28.70 each. In
U.S. add $1.75 shipping; in Canada $1.50.
Ohio residents add 572% sales tax. Check,
money order, Master Charge or BankAmeri-
card (give card number). By the makers of
FloraCART indoor greenhouse on wheels.
Write for literature. Tube Craft,

Inc., 8000 Baker Ave.,

Cleveland, OH 44102.

Officially approved by AVSA Board

Violet

JUST REPRINTED ON NEW FINER PAPER. 10
different pictures on each notehead.

(Note size folded
5-3/8 X 3-1 /4)

10 NOTEHEADS
10 ENVELOPES

(Envelopes meet postal requirements.)

plus tax

Sold through your local club in minimum lots of 12
packages for $1 per package. (Your club earns 50^
per package). An excellent item for sale at yoyr
local violet show. Minimum order— 1 2 packages. ~

(No Single Order Please)

GUS BECKER PRINTING COMPANY

1080 Forsythe - Beaumont, Texas 77701

Shipped postpaid, check with order, continental U.S.
only. Foreign and others, postage added. Otherwise,
shipped COD plus postage. Order direct from Printer.

Fertilizer

1 m rnjmiss »«*g7uJ*»**

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YOUR VIOLETS NOT DOING AS WELL AS YOU’D LIKE? Balanced fertilizing and proper
repotting will make a big difference. These plant foods and supplements have amazed many growers.

Also a complete line of growing supplies: lighted plant stands, soil, fertilizers, rolled rim pots, wicking trays, insecticides, leaf support
rings, books, seeds, and more. And leaves or plants of over 25D different violets— minis, standards, and gesneriads. '81 releases from
Fredette, Leary, and Nadeau.

25 page plant stands and supplies catalog/descriptive plant list $1.00
Clubs/large scale growers ask for our discount bulk supplies list with your catalog/list.

THE VIOLET SHOWCASE 3147 S. BROADWAY DEPT AV ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80110

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

82

AFRICAN VIOLET QUILT

Approximate finished size 104” X 88”

Beige or gold background

with twenty appliqued
flowers in five different col¬
ors (light blue, light pink,
dark pink, violet and white).
Quilted in a leaf pattern.
Price; $175 complete
African Violet Pillow
14” square in choice of
background and one color
from list above.

Price: $10 each.

SASE for more details or
order from:

Mrs. Carol Van Evera

94 Montgomery St.
Canajoharie, NY 13317

MARVELOUS

I WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT OUR NEW 1982
. , OFFERINGS IN MINIATURES,

IM SEMIMINIATURES, AND TRAILERS!!

I FROM CANADA ~

■ Pat Tracey Hybrids including Perky, Fairy Tales, Pygmy
O Chief, Ten Trailing Varieties, and others
^ John Brownlie Hybrids including Very Cherry, Sylvia's Choice
Ernest Fisher Hybrids including Shell Rnk, Isabelle, Lorna,

and many others

Sandra Lex and Hyla Corbin Hybrids

FROM TEXAS -

Ten New Hybrids in Minis and Semiminis from Hortense Pittman
Many new hybrids from Candy Russell

FROM MICHIGAN —

Our Own Little Sue — a delightful double blue with flat girl foliage —
a prolific bloomer.

Our 1982 list is available for $1.00 which is refundable
on your first order. A free list will be sent to all our
1981 customers.

RON BRENTON 30840 Wentworth

(313) 2616767 Livonia, Mi 48154

WAYNE LINDSTROM - HYBRIDIZER

SKAGIT AFRICAN VIOLETS

3632 No. Woodland Place Mt. Vernon, WA 98273

AFRICAN VIOLET SEED — 100 ( + ) per pkt.

Stds. -- Minis -- Mix

Price — $3.75 (U.S./CAN.) $4.50 (overseas) per pkt.

Postage prepaid — Satisfaction guaranteed
Substitutions may be necessary

CHRISTiNPS FLOWERLAND

Authorized Distributor for Fredette Originals
Also Granger, Baker, Lyon and Others
1 18 So. Lexington Ave. P.O. Box 626

Lake Cit% SC 29560

State Inspected Visitors Welcome

Cali Before Coming (803)394-2366

SUCKER PLUCKER

Revolutionary new tool for plant care. With a twist of the wrist remove suckers
from those hard to reach places.

$1.95 ea. 3/$5.50 plus .50$ postage

VIOLETS GALORE 174 E. 8th Ave., Chico, CA 95926

THE PLANT GALLERY

Hundreds of African Violets.

“Skagits” by Lindstrom, Grangers, Fredette, Leary, Lyon,
Champion, Baker, & many others. 1981 Lists — 50$ each.
Specify Standard list or Miniatures list. Trailers on both.

Linda L. Dougherty

1491 Vaughn Rd. Mt. Vernon, WA 98273

Phone (206) 424-1176

PEELER’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Mr. & Mrs. B. P. Peeler, Jr.

Hidden Lake, Route 2 Lawndale, NO 28090
“Distributor Fredette Originals”

1982 releases Jan. 1
500 varieties — leading hybridizers
STANDARD — MINIATURES — TRAILERS
Try our African violet soil mix — 66(p per gallon
Shipped, 24 per case — you pay U.P.S.

No shipping plants — no list

See us at SOUTHERN LIVING SHOW

Feb. 27-March 7 -- Charlotte, NC

Cal I 704 - 538 - 9271 SASE for answer

ZACA VISTA NURSERY

ANNOUNCING AFRICAN VIOLETS —

CALIFORNIA’S NEWEST AFRICAN VIOLET SPECIALTY NURSERY

• Authorized Distributor Fredette Originals/ DiB’s Series

• Partner Reed’s House of Violets

• Over 600 Varieties — New Releases /Older Favorites by:

Champion, Granger, Lyon, Susan’s ... and more

GREENHOUSES OPEN 9-5 Daily (Closed Mon./Tues.) VISITORS WELCOME

1190 Alamo Pintado Road — Solvang, CA 93463 ( 805) 688-2585

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

83

VIOLET NOOK

George & Darlene Hightower

Gro v/er/ Hybridizers

African Violets — Wholesale/ Retail Fredette Distributor

Nursery; 11300-D E. 11th St,, Tulsa, OK 74108 (918) 437-1145

Sales: 2710 S. 96th E. PI. ( rear), Tulsa, OK 74129 (918) 627-4896

Stamp For List Visitors Welcome

^^dd

808 North Sonoita Avenue Tucson, AZ 85711

FRESH CUT AFRICAN VIOLET LEAVES
Reed Partner, Dates Wasps, Sooner State Violet Nursery Distributor,
Norma Butler, Arndts, Bakers, and other leading hybridizers.

1981 List 35«

“AFRICAN VIOLET GROWING HANDBOOK”

by

First Austin African Vioiet Society

A carefully researched, illustrated book by and for violet
growers. Complete and concise, deals with every phase of
violet culture and problems. Clever and helpful techniques for
advanced growers as well as beginners.

PLUS — New chapter on “Growing African
Violets Texas Style”

$2.00 ppd.

Write for quantity discount price list
First Austin AVS 2703 Tether Trail Austin , TX 78704

PAT’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

Rt. 7, Box 45 (Reins Rd.) No Shipping

Beaumont, TX 77706 Phone 1-713-753-2228

Volkmann Supplies, new Fredettes January 1, also
Wranglers and others. Five miles out Sour Lake Hwy.
Turn left at Northwest Forest, go 1^,0 miles on left.

Call for more information

TRAVIS’S VIOLETS

P.O. Box 42 Ochlocknee, GA 31773

1 " 912 - 574 - 5236 or 5167
1 0 starter Plants $12.50 Postpaid

20 Fresh Cut Leaved $10.00 Postpaid
All plants and leaves labeled. My choice. No two alike.

Order shipped within 48 hours.

Just 45 miles from Tallahassee, FL.

DISTRIBUTOR - FREDETTE ORIGINALS
REED . HOUSE OF VIOLETS PARTNER
All size plants from leading hybridizers

^lie

OPEN Tues.-Sat. 10-5 — CLOSED Sun. & Mon.

926 E. 14th St., Houston, Texas 77009
713-862-5018 No Shipping
All Supplies — Lighting Equipment

0leiu^n

Mrs. Neva Anderson is no longer
taking orders for these labels, and
has asked us to provide this ser¬
vice. To order 1000 labels with
African Violet Society of Annerica
across the top and the pot of violets logo printed
in violet ink, send $3 check and a 3x5 card with
name and address printed clearly as desired. OR
send SASE with request for sample label.

We must collect 50 orders before printing, so it
may take several months to receive your finished
labels. Orders sent directly from printer only to
label address. Your check will be banked, and will
be your order receipt.

CATALOGUE OF OTHER
NEEDLEWORK AND
STATIONERY ITEMS.. 254

FOR COUNTED CROSS STITCH

Finished wreath 7” diameter. Kit
contains 15”x15” Aida cloth (big
enough for pillow top or wall
hanging) 11 DMC floss colors in
soft violets and greens, chart,
needle, PLUS charted alphabet if
you prefer initial in center of wreath. $14.50 ppd.
Charts only: $4.50 ppd.

Sally Haven Violets

P.O. BOX 1711 MANCHESTER, MISSOURI 63011

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

84

HORTENSE’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

12406 Alexandria St. San Antonio, TX 78233 Ph. 512-656-0128

HORTENSE’S HONEYS, THE H SERIES FOR 1982
STANDARDS

CIE Rosy pink double blossoms in abundance over
excellent tailored foliage. Show plant! Won tricolor award
in local show of over 300 entries.

EL TEJAS — Huge double pink blossoms in clusters,
over dark green serrated, slightly wavy, red backed
foliage. Long lasting blooms.

MDLLY JDLLY — A profusion of semidouble, ruffled
pink blossoms with dark green holly foliage. Sturdy
erect stems. Heavy bloomer.

FAIRHAVEN — Prolific white, stick tight single blossoms
over good tailored foliage. A must for “grow and show’ ’ I
CLDUDCHASER — Loads of white semidouble
blossoms, held high over good tailored foliage. Heavy
bloomer without disbudding.

MAGIC KNIGHT — Strikingly beautiful dark blue double,
with ruffled edge. Dark green tailored foliage. Profuse
bloom habit. A must! Named for the Magic Knight
African Violet Society of San Antonio.

MDDN WIND -- Lovely dark blue semidouble blos¬
soms with attractive wavy foliage. Many blossoms on
strong stems.

ZIPPY ZU Free bloomer with a “zip”! Many white and
red double blossoms with shiny light green holly foliage.

CDMPACT STANDARDS - 12” to 14” AT MATURIT
SPACE. GDDD SYMMETF

TENSIE — Clusters of 10 to 15 striking white with purple
edged double blooms, held high over tailored foliage.
Great show plant!

HARMDNY LANE Blush white, with pink, semidouble
blossoms in huge clusters over good tailored foliage.
A favorite.

CDNSUELD — Many large white with lavender,
semidouble blossoms form a beautiful bouquet over
sturdy tailored foliage. Eye catcher!

DKEY DDKEY — Huge double' white with fuchsia edged
blossoms. Medium green foliage. A beautiful free bloom¬
ing plant.

IVY JDY — Very different, long lasting white with
wide green band, single blossoms. Light green tai¬
lored foliage.

BUEND — Bueno means “good” in Spanish, and it’s
just that ~ good! Lush pink with green ruffled edge,
semidouble blossoms. Medium green wavy foliage.
Don’t miss this one!!

EVER WHAT — Double green blossoms slowly opening
to a blush pink and green. Long lasting blooms over
dark green tailored foliage. This one’s different —
most unusual!

. GREAT FDR THE GRDWER WITH LIMITED GRDWING
^ AND HEAVY BLDDMERS.

HAPPINESS — Shocking pink, double blossoms with
geneva edge, medium green tailored foliage.

STINGD -- Semidouble red blossom with geneva edge.
Medium green tailored foliage.

CUZ — Purple velvet blossoms, double with dark
green tailored foliage.

*LAKDTA — Double fuchsia blossoms splashed with
white. Var. T.F.

*CDNQUEST — Intense double blue blossom with white
streaks. Var. T.F.

* LUCKY DAY — Beautiful lavender with white double
blossoms. Var. T.F.

*CDY — Cool pink double blossoms. Compact grower.
Var. T.F.

*RICARDD — Semidouble white blossom streaked with
purple. Var. T.F.

*MYRNA — Lovely red semidouble blossoms splashed
with white. Var. T.F.

*SUN LDVER — Single stick tight white blossoms
streaked with fuchsia. V.T.F.

*MADDRA -- Double purple blossom with darker purple
tips. A real beauty. Var. T.F.

{^Creamy yellow and green variegated foliage)

MINIATURES AND SEMIMINIATURES NEW FDR 1982

BITSY —• White with rose and green double blossom.
Smooth light green wavy foliage. Heavy bloomer. Real
beauty. S.M.

FLIRTY Double ruffled red blossoms. Loads of blooms
over dark red backed strawberry foliage. Don’t miss this
one! S.M.

PERT — Double fuchsia blossom. Light green tailored
foliage. S.M.

PETITE DREAM — White and purple double blossom.
Wavy strawberry foliage. A winner. M.

LACEY “■ Double purple ruffled blooms. Dark wavy
strawberry foliage. S.M.

PETITE GYPSY — Pretty double pink blooms over good
tailored foliage. M.

DDLLFRY — Double pink blossom over dark green
tailored foliage. Very good symmetry. S.M.

PETITE LDVE — White kissed with lavender, semidouble
blossoms over small, smooth tailored foliage. M.
CANDY RUSSELL — Tiny ruffled red double blooms over
small, pointed tailored foliage. M.

WINNERGREEN Many double white, green and
lavender blossoms over shiny green, slightly ruffled
foliage. S.M.

Starter Plants $3.00 each. 10 or more $2.75 each. F.C. leaves $1.25 each. Shipped postpaid airmail if possible. Minimum order
$10.00, plus $1.00 handling charge. Shipping all year in the South, weather permitting. Order now for early shipping. For complete list
send 25^, or order directly from ad. Shipping starts September 1981.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

85

the

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(904) 377-8465

We guarantee shipping within 4 days
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Potting Materials

' Please Note:

Due to the bulkiness of Soil. Perlite and Vermiculite.
I am able to ship only a total of 8 gallons of any one or
combination of these three items with each order.

Violet House Potting Soil . ,

. 1 gallon

$ .75

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"African Violets and Related Plants " • color - $3.00

Peat Pots - Nested Transplant Pots

2 '/4 round • 1 2 pots $ .60 or 60 pots • $2.80 • 3" round ■ 8 pots $ .60 or 40 pots $2.80
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Each

10

25

100

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$ .30

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Shipping Charges

Minimum Order $7.50 plus Shipping

Shipping Charge (48 states) . 2.25

Florida residents only add 4% sales tax

Hawaii and Alaska . $ 5.(X)

Canada ((J.S. Funds Only) . $7.50

All other countries . Actual Cost

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100

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African Violet Magazine, Novsnber 1981

86

TEXAS GROWING MEDIA

Texas Growing Media

{

Violets

21/4” to 3” soil ball liner

TEXAS GROWING
MEDIA

Water Reservoir

Allows free access to
moisture & other nutrients
Has trace elements
Has all the advantages of
matting or wicking without
the mess

SEE: African Violet Magazine

Volume 34, #3, June 1981, Page 5, Growing Show
Plants by Pauline Bartholomew

Send Check or Money Order
TO:

wt.

Dost

Shipping

51b.

$2.50

$2.50

101b.

$4.25

$2.50

TEXAS GROWING MEDIA

11100 Finchley Rd.
Louisville, KY 40243

M\ow Two To Three Weeks For Delivery

NEW: A flower pot designed for violets;

4" dia. with wide rolled edge @94: ea. Snap-on-
saucer 5” dia. @16(p ea. Min. order $10.00 plus
J shipping and taxes, available white or green.

PLASTI-CYC

4629 S. 2gth Plaza Omaha, NE 68107

Visitors

B.A.O.

305-334-1960

Merry Christmas

Happy New Year

And Great Growing
To All

If You Want More Violets
Just Give Us A Call

THE

VIOLETERIA

SHIPPING TIL NOV. 1st
ORDER NOW FOR MAY 1st

3314 NE Indian Dr.

Jensen Beach, FL
33457

GREEN HOUSE NEWS

“Hello” from The Green House. We have had a warm summer in
southern California. Our family had lots of fun and exciting days at the
beach and local mountains. Now to get back to work and ready
ourselves for Christmas.

Suzanne and I attended the African Violet Society Convention in
San Francisco and we enjoyed ourselves. It was a joy to meet so
many of the friends of “The Green House". The many members
involved in the world of African Violets produced a top notch show.
Our Gro-Cart was on display at the Convention, and won by Kathryn
McNair of San Pablo, California. The Green House received many
compliments on our Gro-Cart. We are pleased.

Our Gro-Cart is an attractive and functional type cart with lighting
fixtures that promote the growth and health of your plants. We are
shipping Gro-Carts supplies at the present time. We also will have our
new plant list, we have both leaves and plants. We will mail to you at
your request and 35(p our mail order catalog on our Gro-Cart, supplies
or plant list. ‘ ■ Happy Holidays From the Green House’ ’ ,

ALAN and SUZANNE HIGGINBOTHAM

Due to postage increase, please send 35(t for supply list and GRO-CART brochure.

NO plant list. NO plant shipping.

THEGRECII iilKE

9515 Flower Street»Bellflower, Ca.90706
(213)925-0870

NEW HOURS: W6d. thru Sat. 10 AM to 5 PM; Sun. 1 to 5 PM. CLOSED MONDAY, TUESDAY, and HOLIDAYS.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

87

VIOLETS by judy

S 9 Hummingbird Lane, Winter Haven, FL 33880
'/ Phone (813) 324-5737

Distributor . Fredette Originals

Partner . The House of Violets

Many Varieties, 1981 Releases, Some Older Ones
“SPECIALIZING IN PROVEN SHOW PLANTS”

“Season's

Greetings”

12 Leaves (my choice) .

. . 7.50

Starter Plants (my choice) each . .

. . 2.00

minimum 5 plants

VISITORS BY
APPOINTMENT

THE LITTLE PLANT HAVEN

Donald and Wilma Del Buono

1331 LaPorte, Wico, TX 76710 Phone 817-772-0544

Shipping Leaves Only

Authorized Fredette Distributor House of Violets Partner

New FREE LIST in mid-Dec. describing new and recent introduc¬
tions from Fredette, House of Violets, Susan, Swift, Wrangler,
and others.

Violets At The Ernst's

221 S.E.70thSt. Gainesville, FL 32601
904-376-8655

VIOLETS & SINNINGIAS ~ SASE

ENTER YOUR
PLANTS IN
1982

AVSA CONVENTION
WIN A
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1953 — Mrs. Ronald B. Beaume, Detroit, Michigan

1954 — Mrs. E. L. Perdue, Donaldson, Tennessee

1955 — Rev. Harold L. Thompson, Birmingham, Michigan

1956 — Mrs. L. A. Beck, St. Joseph, Missouri

1957 — Mrs. J. R. Bush, Munice, Kansas

1958 — Mrs. Edward Casey, Rochester, New York

1959 — Mrs. Clarence Kudar, Bowling Green, Ohio

1960 — Mrs. Alexander R. Colyer, Bridgewaters, New York

1961 ~ Mrs. Joseph Trost, Indianapolis, Indiana

1962 — Mrs. J. W. Shuey, Richmond, California

1964 — Mrs. George Phillips, Arlington, Texas

1965 — E. D. Wyke, Columbus, Indiana

1966 -— Mrs. Johnny Majorana, Miami, Florida

1967 — Mrs. Karl C. Ohison, Lynn, Massachusetts

1969 — Mrs. Wallace Behnke, Neward, Delaware

1970 — Mrs. Frank Luedtke, Racine, Wisconsin

1971 — Mr. and Mrs. John Gutridge, Sun City, California

1973 — Mrs. Irene Fiedler, Prescott, Wisconsin

1974 — Brother Blaise, Harrisviile, Rhode Island

1975 — Elizabeth Behnke, Neward, Delaware

1976 — Miss Rachelle Yerger, Tallahassee, Florida

1977 — Tom E. Toms, Bossier City, Louisiana

1978 — Mrs. L. F. Lidiak, Austin, Texas

1979 — Retta Hamilton, Longmont, Colorado

1980 — Jon and Lee Alexander, New Orleans, Louisiana

1981 — Cy P. Yee, San Francisco, California

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every FloraCart comes with beautiful molded fiberglass trays
(19”x49”xiy2”) . . . lightweight and strong, easy to keep clean, and
impervious to moisture, chemicals, and weather! Choose from two
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additional.) Rugged lifetime construction of aluminum tubing.
Heavy duty 4” casters, shown in picture, are standard. Equip your
FloraCart with Combolite fixture designed especially for flower
culture, combining incandescent and fluorescent lights, proves
superior to either one alone!

Write today for illustrated catalog. When
you order, send check, money order or
use Master Charge, Bank Americard, or
VISA. Give number.

Ohio residents add SVz % Sales Tax

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African Violet Magazine, November 1981

88

CAPE COD VIOLETRY

and more. Full line of EPISCIAS and
CARRY ALL THE SPECIES AND THE
including VALENCIA.

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3” round thru 5” round have rolled rims

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100

500

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White Plastic Labels

10

25

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100

500

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7.50

17.30

31.50

8” or

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1.15

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24.40

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10” White

674” Deep

1.50

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13.85

33.15

63.00

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12

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33.00

Plastic Trays

2572” X 1372” X 3%C

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2.50

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26.00

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Elisa’s African Violet Rings

9” Green only

1.00

5.50

9.90

18.70

13” Green only

1.25

6.60

12.10

23.10

Mini Green only

1.00

5.00

9.00

17.00

FREDETTE’S ALLEGRO PLANT TONIC

PETER’S WATER SOLUBLE FI

Sweet

Violets

r

Stick Pin

(shown actual size)
$3.50

Large Stick Pin

$4.00

Matching Violet
Pins

Pendants

Rings

Earrings

( Clip or Pierced)
$5.00 each

Jewelry sent Postpaid

Excellent for starting leaves and small plants. Use 3 tsp. per
gal. water. 4 oz. bottle — $2.75 each; 3 for $7.50; 6 for $13.50;
12 for $25.00. 1 gal. (for large growers) $30.00 each.

PH METER - $18.00
PLASTIC TERRARIUM

12” Diameter — $4.50 each

Avocado Green — Brown — White — Terra-cotta

SWIFT’S “MOIST-RITE” PLANTER

White — Green — Black

$2.95 each — 6/$15.25 - 12/$26.75

SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS:

Supplies shipped UPS or Parcel Post

Shipping Charges $2.50

All other Countries — Actual Cost

Mass, residents include 5% Sales Tax

Please include STREET or ROAD, Zip Code &

Phone Number.

Prices subject to change without notice.

Formula

Type

Size/Price

4 oz.

12 oz.

12-36-14

African Violet Special

$1.20

$2.00

5-50-17

Variegated Special

1.20

2.00

15-16-17

Peat-Lite Special
(contains extra trace

1.20

2.00

minerals for use with
soilless mixes)

4 oz.

16 oz.

20-20-20

General Purpose

1.00

2.00

15-30-15

House Plant Special

1.00

2.00

Dolomite Limestone

2 lbs/$1.25

Charcoal

No. 3 Coarse

20 oz.

40 oz.

No. 6 Medium

5 qts.

1.25

16 qts.

2.25

Vermiculite

(No. 2 Coarse)

1.10

3.00

Perlite

(Coarse)

1.55

4.85

Long Fibered Sphagnum Moss

432 cu. in./$2.50

Capillary watering mat — a full 4 feet wide
$2.00 per running yard — whole yard lengths

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

89

I A PETROVFFSKY
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AFRICAN VIOLETS

Over 1,000 varieties, 400 min, 600 stnds, and many gesneriads
Over 35,000 African Violets on display

Distributor of Fredette Originals

New 1981 Fredette Originals available 1/1/81
New from Reed’s House of Violets available 4/15/81
New from Sooner State Violet Nursery available 4/15/81

1981 — 24 page catalog 50(p
50<p refundable with 1st order
Mail Order, Retail & Wholesale
African Violets — $2.35 Ppd.

New 1981 varieties — $2.85 Ppd.

Gesneriads — $2.00 Ppd.

We also carry varieties from Arndt, Beck, Champion, Constantinov, Elkin,
Fisher, Granger, Hawley, Khoe, Lyon, Maas, Nadeau, Pittman, Russell, Swift,
Utz, and many others

(MIN. ORDER $10.00)

14867 Indian Springs Rd., {1 mile West of McCourtney Rd.)

Rough & Ready, CA 95975
Greenhouse hours: Tues - Sun 9-5

OVERSEAS CUSTOMER CATALOG - 1 Dollar

Now Shipping the Pacific Basin Year Around

Fixtures for above stands with 2-24 inches — 20 watt cool
white tubes $20.95 each with cord and plug. Add 4% tax in
Wisconsin, U.S. Only. No Canada.

SHIPPING BY UPS TO 48 STATES

FLORALITE COMPANY

41 24A East Oakwcxid Rd. Oak Creek, Wl 531 54

Phone (414) 762-1770

Ripe-N Gro-Sunlite 17 in.
diameter 19 in. high Avocado
Green with 22 watt wide spec¬
trum Fluorescent Lamp $36.95.
Can be used with timer.
Spot-O-Sun Grolite Planter,
Avocado Green. $22.95

Lumen-Liter Plant Stands are made of Gleaming Aluminum
square tubing with high impact soft green trays. Lights are
easily adjustable above trays with chains

Send stamp for literature.
Gro-lux tubes, lamps, trays
and timers, etc.

WHY NOT

Solve your gift problems with a Gift Certificate from

PATTY’S PLANT PLACE

Simply send in the names, addresses and amount ($5 min.)
and a printed certificate plus my list of hundreds of varieties
will be sent to the lucky ones in your name.

PATTY’S PLANT PLACE

P.O.Box 117 Patricia Daniel

Cheney, KS 67025 Phone 316-542-0371

Authorized distributor for Sooner State and Fredette’s Originals
Partner with Reed’s House of Violets

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JIM AND BARBARA SISK
2400 KNIGHTWAY DRIVE
GRETNA, LA 70053
504/392-8094

Absinthe House — large single orchid blooms with dark purple tips, serrated white
variegated foliage.

Antebellum — deep fuchsia single blossoms, tailored variegated foliage.

Bayou Baby — semidouble two tone pink blossom w/trilly edge, variegated foliage
w/pink overlay.

Bobee Young — large semidouble deep lavender blooms w/dark purple tips, wavy
serrated variegated foliage.

Boogaleo — semidouble hot pink blossoms, tailored variegated foliage.

Celia — double two tone light lavender blooms over soft wavy var. foliage.

Fanciful — double two tone rose blossoms w/a frilly edge, heavily variegated
tailored foliage.

Fisherman’s Paradise — deep lavender double blooms w/ purple edge, serrated
variegated foliage.

Happy Jack — single lavender blooms w/a dark eye, heavily var. fol. w/pink
overlay. Profuse bloomer.

Java — two tone double fuchsia blooms, pointed wavy var. tol. 1980 S.l.
Best Seedling.

Jazz Time — double orchid blooms w/deep velvet overtones, serrated pink var. fol.

Moon Walk — semidouble lavender blossoms w/deeper edge. var. tol.
w/lav. overlay.

Morning Call — semidbl lav. blooms w/darker tones, var. tol. w/pink overlay &
red backed.. Prolific bloomer.

My Jezebel — double deep purple blooms, slightly wavy var. fol.

Rhonda — large lavender single blossoms, tailored var. tol. Outstanding bloomer.

Ronnie — single lavender blooms w/dark tips & white edge, var. fol.

Show Girl — double mottled lavender blooms, slightly wavy var. tol.

Southern Belle — large single red blooms, tailored heavily var. tol.

Southern Hospitality — single lav. flower w/purple edge, slightly wavy var. tol.
Heavy bloomer.

Spanish Moss — orchid dbl w/darker edge, extra Ig. var. fol. w/pink overlay.

Swamp Fever — 1980 AVSA Best Introduction, Ig. semidbl deep lav. blooms
w/purple tips, dark green fol. w/lav. var.

also; Cajun Country, Cajun Delight, Carnival Time, Leatrk», Ubby,
Marie Knoblock, Maudie.

Rants: $3.50 ea., min. order 4 plants. (Rease add $2.50 for airmail
service if desired).

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

90

”Schult2-lnstant”

LIQUID PLANT FOOD

EASY TO USE

‘Just add 7 drops per qt. in the water
Every time you water,

Everything you grow. "

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Formula”"'. Convenient for all indoor
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Available at your store or send
$1.50 lor 5’/i 02. $2.75 tor 12 02.

$4.00 tor 28 02 (includes mailing).

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EASY TO USE

“Just add Vi tsp. per gal. in the water
Everytime you water. Everything you grow.

Ultra Pure. Concentrated, 20-30-20, Soluble.
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Sizes for Gardens. Vegetables, Flowers,
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Available at your store or send $2 50 lor
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Lawn S Garden Sue. $33 00 lor 25 lb
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By the makers of "Plant Shine" "

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Simply insert probes into soil Funda¬
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BOOKS

Helen Van Pelt Wilson’s African Violet Book
Revised Edition (Hard Cover) $12.36

Revised Edition (Paper Back) $7.36

The Indoor Light Gardening Book by George A. Elbert
(Hardcover) $12.54 (Paper Back) $ 7.36

The Complete Book Of House Plants Under Lights

by Charles Marden Fitch (Hard Cover) $1 1 .54

Ferns To Know And Grow

by F. Gordon Foster (Paper Back) $ 7.41

The Complete Book Of Miniature Roses

by Charles Marden Fitch (Paper Back) $12.36

For books shipped out of the United States by surface mail
please add $1.50 for postage.

Michigan residents please include 4% Sales Tax

MARY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

19788 San Juan Detroit, M! 48221

GROWING SUPPLIES

32 oz. btl. Alaska Fish Fertilizer (5-1-1) $4.54

16 oz. btl. Alaska Fish Fertilizer (5-1-1) 3.71

3 oz. can Mildex for mildew 3.80

16 oz. btl. Cygon2-E (Systemic for soil mealybug) 7.43

4 oz. btl. Maiathion 50% 2.57

4 oz. btl. Kelthane (Miticide) 2.48

IV4 lb. Systemic Insecticide Granules 4.70

8 oz. Peters House Plant Food (15-30-15) 3.12

8 oz. Peters General Purpose Plant Food

(20-20-20) 3.12

8 oz. Peters Violet Special (12-36-14) 3.72

8 oz. Peters Variegated Special (5-50-17) 3.72

1 lb. Peters S.T.E.M. (Soluble Trace Elements) 5.75

1 lb. Peters Fritted Trace Elements (Slow Release) 1.75

4 oz. btl. Superthrive (Vita-Hormone) 5.42

8 oz. Sphagnum Moss Milled (Nodampoff) 3.50

4 qts. Krum Perlite 2.20

2 qts. Krum Perlite 1.59

2 qts. Hardwood Charcoal #10 fine 2.81

4 qts. Vermiculite #2 2.20

2 qts. Vermiculite #2 1.59

8 oz. Carbanate Fermate, Ferbam (Bulk) 2.25

2 lbs. Dolomite Limestone 2.20

2 lbs. Superphosphate (0-20-0) 2.40

2 lbs. Calcium Carbonate (Whiting) 2.40

1 gal. Mary’s African Violet Soil 2.40

1 gal. Mary’s Starter Soil 2.40

MINIMUM ORDER $5.00 POST PAID
Michigan residents please include 4% Sales Tax.

MARY’S AFRICAN VIOLETS

19788 San Juan Detroit, Ml 48221

Charlyne and Ralph Reed

936-940 Garland Street, SW DEPT AQP -

Camden, Arkansas 71701 Phone (501) 836-3016

“MOIST-RITE” PLANTER (Circle color desired) GREEN WHITE BLACK

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Address _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

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Carton of 12 . .
Carton of 24 . .

$ 3.50 ppd.
16.75 ppd.
29.50 ppd.
49.95 ppd.

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

91

Dept. AV 11-81 1490 Saturn St. Merritt Island, FL 32952

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NEW'!! AFRICAN VIOLETS

NEEDLE POINT HOLDERS

(Queens of the indoor gardening Kingdom)
by Melvin J. Robey
The CADILLAC of African Violet books.

The best new book in years. Well written and
very detailed, 199 pages.

Hardback . $14.95 + $.75 postage

HELEN VAN PELT WILSON’S BOOK
ON AFRICAN VIOLETS

$7.25 (softback) + 85(p postage

! ! NEW !! THE COMPLETE FLOWER ARRANGER

WONDERFUL! explains tricks of flower arranging.
Many photographs.

Softback . $7.95 + $.85 postage

NEW PRODUCTS

Safe to use around humans!

Safer Agro-Chem’s Insecticidal Soap. Use for
aphids, mealybugs, whitefly, mites . . 8 oz. . . . $4.25
Physan 20 . . .

fungicide, germicide . 16 oz. . . .$4.49

environmentally safe

(may be used for household cleaning as well)
NEW wormcastings

greens, foliage . 1 qt. . . . $ .95 pp.*

Whiting (1 lb.) (use to balance pH) . $ .75*

PLANT RINGS mini or 9” . $ 1.25ea.*

MINI RINGS. .... .$1.00 13”. . $ 1.75ea.*

FLORACARTS
**L0WEST PRICES**

BA-3 Three tray stand with top
bracket and three fluorescent

fixtures . $259.99

(freight collect from Ohio)

BA-4 Four tray stand with top
bracket and four fluorescent

fixtures . $319.99

(freight collect from Ohio)

POTS, PLANTERS AND LABELS

yg" miniature round . $ 1.19

1%” round . $ 1.25

2%’’ aqua cups with pin holder inc . $ 6.25

3%” aqua cups with pin holder inc . $ 9.00

3# white quartz pebbles . $ 3.85

Flower Dri Kit. A complete kit to satisfy
any flower enthusiast’s desire. V/j lb.
silica gel, floral tape, wire, drying can

and instruction booklet . $10.99

6.5 oz. Restore ( neutralizes toxic salts) . $ 1.98

8 oz. White fly, mealy bug & mite spray

( non -aerosol) contains Pentac . $ 3.29

6 oz. Granny’s Bloomers . $ 2.49

FERTILIZERS & GROWING AIDS

8 oz. Peters Violet Special, 12-36-14 . $2.59

8 oz. Peters Variegated 5-50-17 . $ 2.79

8 oz. Oxygen PlusforAfrican Violets 1-3-2 . $ 2.50

8 oz. Sea Green 5-10-5 (Sea weed, all¬
purpose plant food) . $ 2.19

8 oz. Sea Power Soil (Soil stimulant) . $ 2.19

1 lb. Plant Marvel 12-31-14 . $ 3.20

16 oz. Alaska fish 5-1-1 . $2.95

8 oz. Sturdy0-15-14(mixwithfishfert.) . $ 2.98

4 oz. Allegro Plant tonic (makes 9 gal.) . $ 2.75

6 oz. Miracle-Gro Plant Therapy 10-8-7 . $1.99

8 oz. Cygon 2-E . $ 3.89

8 oz. Malathion . $ 3.19

8 oz. Kelthane (Miticide) . $ 3.19

8 oz. Tenderleaf (Non -Aerosol)

(Non-damaging) . $ 2.79

8 oz. Orthene (Thrips & pritchard mealy

bugs) water base . $ 3.98

8 oz. Systemic Granules . $ 2.79

4 oz. Carbonmate (fungicide) . $ 1.50

4 oz. Trace Elements . $ 2.89

6 qts. Perlite (coarse) . $ 1.25

6 qts. Verlite (coarse) . $ 1.25

2 lbs. Dolomite or Superphosphate . $ 1.00

Window sill tray 372” x 22% ” x Vg” . $ 1.19

Plant tray 11” x 22% ” x %” sturdy

dk. brown . $ 2.19

Planttrays— noholes— 21”xH”x2y2” . $ 1.19

Planttrays— noholes— 11” x11”x2y2” . •■ $ .89

pH Acidity Kit (By Sudbury) . $ 3.49

1%” Round Plastic Pots . 25for$ 1.25

2” Round Plastic Pots . 25 for $ 1.50

274” Round or Square Plastic Pots . 25 for $ 1.60

272” Round or Square Plastic Pots . 25 for $ 1.75

3’ ’ Round or Rd. Tub Plastic Pots . 25 for $ 2.00

372” RoundTubs . 25for$ 2.50

4” Rd., Sq. or Rd. Tub Plastic Pots . 25 for $ 3.00

5” RoundTubs . 25 for $ 4.50

100 Stake Labels — 4” white . $ 2.95

100 Flex Labels — Yellow Only . $ 1.75

Plastic Reservoirs — 1 pt . . . $ .30 each

1 qt. (holds up to 5” pot) . $ .49 each

includes wick & holes prepunched.

***Capillary Matting (Pellon) — $1.98 per yd.
— 4’ Wide —

for charge orders, send all
information on card.

minimum charge order $15.00

Send 2 Stamps for 1982 Catalog

‘Minimum cash order $5.00. Minimum charge order $15.00. Please
add $2.00 for shipping and packing up to $9.99 order; $3.00 up to
$16.00; & $4.00 up to $25.00; $5.00 on all others; west of Rockies
add $.95 to all rates. BOX NUMBERS, please give PHONE NUMBERS
or address as we ship via U.P.S.

***** Happy Holidays *****

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

92

GLOXINIAS, SINNINGIAS,
EPISCIAS, AFRICAN VIOLETS:

All are Gesneriads, a family of fasci¬
nating flowering houseplants.

Membership includes a subscription to
The Gloxinian magazine (6 issues) and
a copy of the "'How To Know and Grow
Gesneriads" pamphlet.

$7.00 Single Membership
$8.00 Family Membership

Please send check or money order to:
Jeanne Morton, Membership Secretary
Dept. AV 81 P.O. Box 312
Ayer, MA 01432

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ASHLEY’S PROMISE

FOOLISH HEART

EASTER JOY

BLUE SUEDE

MAINE MOONLIGHT

AUTUMN BEAUTY

FIRST NIGHTER

KELLY DARLIN’

SPATTER

MAINE DAWN

AUTUMN EMBER

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HEAVENLY HALO

COZY HARBOR

AUTUMN’S LimE PRISS

GRAPE ARBOR

ROSE PARADE

CHERRY PARFAIT

MIDNIGHT KISS

AUTUMN’S STORMY WEATHER

LYNDON LYON

STAR WARS

EDGE OF ELOQUENCE

TUni-FRUTTI

TWILIGHT TRAIL

SATIN MAUVE

KRISTIE MARIE

MISTY ROSE

RAVING RED

EMBER FLAME

FRESH MINT

GO WILD

SMOKEY LOVE

SPLISH SPLASH

DISCO DAZZLER

WISHING

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TEMPIE

VIBRANT VAL

DELICATE LOVE

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DEEP SEAS

ENDLESS

MY DESIRE

DAINTY CHARM

JO ANNE

TIGGY WINKLE

CORAL RADIANCE

DIXIE MELODY

ANGEL’S TOUCH

PIP SQUEAK

DYN-O-MITE

RUNNING WILD

TAHLE TRAIL

STAR CHIP

LOVES CHARM

Offer expires December 31 , 1981 . Selections are strictly limited to this ad only for this special sale. See our ad in the September AVM for other selec-

tions at our regular low prices.

We wiii continue to ship leaves to Southern States throughout the winter. Piease add $1.50 for styro chests for winter shipments. Shipping to all other

areas will end approximately November 30, 1981 and resume April 15, 1982.

Volume III of our list is ready now. Piease send 50<r for Volume III. Volume III contains oniy the new additions for 1982, approximateiy 400 varieties.

Volumes 1 and II ($1,00) are still available listing 2,000 varieties, all of which are available for shipping.

Special Delivery is $2.75 extra. PA residents — please add sales tax.

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

94

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by Betty Terry

ALL NEW

SANDRA LEARY WILLIAMS
HYBRIDS

AFRICAN VIOLET STATIONERY Package
of 1 0 hand painted in full color on rich
classic Laid paper. An exclusive gift to
give or keep. $4.00 plus $1 .00 for
postage and handling. Also available
as one color sketches on the same
deluxe paper $3.00 & $1.00 postage.

WATERCOLORS by Sandra Leary
Williams. Every one an original,
matted in Forest Green or Deep
Purple, ready for framing.
8” X 10” $15.00 plus
$2.50 for shipping and handling.

Christmas orders must be received by
November 26th. Allow 4 weeks for delivery.

VIOLETS by Betty Terry

41 00 38th Way South Phone (81 3)866-1 1 1 9

St. Petersburg, FL 3371 1 Send 30(p for complete list.

MESSIN’ ROUND
VIOLETRY

Phone (313) 373-0172

List $1 .00 refundable — ready November 15, 1981

AUTHORIZED FREDETTE DISTRIBUTOR

Many Thanks

and Happy Holidays ahead.

Looking forward
to serving you again.

Beautiful violets from the leading hybridizers
— Fredette, Swifts, Granger, Sooner State,
Lyon, Sisk, Utz, etc. Plants or leaves.

Allegro $3.50 or Superthrive $4.19
Add $2.00 Postage

EVELYN BECKMAN

4040 Squirrel Rd. Lake Orion, Ml 48035

LARGEST SELECTION IN U.S.A.

Save 20/40% on Plant Stands, Light Fixtures, Lamps,

Pots, Meters & Accessories

Furniture styled Square Aluminum Tubing — Easy to Assemble. C404 Stand with
FCF42 Fixtures in upper left picture. A312 Stand with FCL-42 Fixtures shown in insert.
All Shipped by U.P.S.

Aluminum Finish

Brown (B) or White (W)

Order #

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150.00

127.00

166.00

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184.00

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204.00

162.00

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140.00

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190.00

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182.00

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$140.00

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* Has minor flaws or scratches — may not show with proper assembly.

WHEELS — 2" Medium Outy or 3” Light Outy (Increase Stand Height 2” or 3”) — Specify Size . $6.00

FOUR FOOT (40 WAH) FIXTURES FOR ABOVE STANOS

FCL-42 GR
FCL-42 WS
FCF-42 GR
FCT-42
FCT-44

Shoplite — White Finish (grow lamps)
Shoplite — White Finish (Gro-Lux) (WS)
Plantlite — White or Woodgrain
Plantlite — While (less 2 lamps)

Plantlite — While (less 4 lamps)

(1 -$28.00
(1 -$30.00
(1 -$39.00
(1 -$40.00
(1 -$76.00

2-$ 55.00
2-$ 59.00
2-$ 77.00
2-$ 79.00
2-$150.00

3-$ 81.00
3-$ 87.00
3-$114.00
3-$117.00
3-$222.00

4-$106.00
4-$114.00
4-3150.00
4-$1 54.00
4-$292.00

5-$130.00)

5-$140.00)

5-$185.00)

5-$190.00)

5-$360.00)

GRO-LUX, NATURESCENT, VITA-LITE Powertwist Fluorescent & PLANT LITE Incandescent Lamps
available at the following discounts from List Prices: 4-30%; 6-35%; 12-37y2%; 24-40%>; 48-42y2%; 96-45%

**BA-3 Flora Carl w/3 FCF-42 Fixtures ( less lamps) . $259.00

**BA-3 Flora Carl W/3 FCL-42GR Fixtures ( less lamps) . $228.00

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FREE CATALOG — SHIPPING: Add 10% (Zip 0-7), Add 15% (Zip 8 & 9)

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PHONE (313) 427-6160 FROM 1:00 P.M. UNTIL 9:00 P.M. — BANKAMERICARD (VISA) & MASTER CARD ACCEPTED

African Violet Magazine, November 1981

95

rCCSCIMMEY'S GLASS2H0USE
African Violets, Gesneriads and Supplies
Large selection of diminutive terrarium plants
Leaves, cuttings or plants
Appointments at the greenhouse, please
50$ for list

James B. McKinney

89 Mission Road, Eastborough, Wichita, KS 67207
(316) 686-9438 and 684-5333

■I ITS NEW -ITS GREAT -ITS SUPER

ITS

SUPER SOIL SUBSTANCE

(The Soilless Potting Mix Mixer)

One pound bag makes 6 gallons of the best potting mix your plants ever
lived in'

SUPER SOIL SUBSTANCE contains 27 important ingredients to insure great
plant growth -It purchased seperate could cost well over $100 00 SUPER
SOIL SUBSTANCE is complete- |ust add the one pound bag to-(locally pur¬
chased) 3-2-1 -Mix-3 gallons sphagnum Peat Moss, 2 gallons Vermiculite 1
gallon Perl-lite-mix dry -add V2 to \ gallon water and in 30 days you're
ready to pot up your plants

Nothing else to buy - We ask you to test it against what you are now using -
It not satisfied- Well refund your full purchased price on SUPER SOIL
SUBSTANCE)

You can wick feed your plants as usual - teed ’'-s strength as usual - Nothing
different -except the results AND WE GUARANTEE IT'

ORDER DIRECT & SAVE

1 Pound trial size $3 95 makes 6 gallons

6 Pound Bags $19.95 makes 36 gallons

12 Pound Bags $39 00 makes 72 gallons

Order Direct From: Violets Galore of Georgia
3482 Misty Valley Road
Decatur, Georgia 30032

Yes, we pay the freight — (allow 4 weeks for delivery) — Single
bag orders add SOc to cover handling 2 or more no extra
charge. Georgia residents add 4% state sales tax.

Patches

And

Pots

(714) 442-7037

583 El Cajon BIvci., Dept. A
El Cajon, CA 92020

Hours: Tuesday -Saturtjay

We are pleased to announce that we
are the new owners of Elisa's African
Violet Rings.

Wholesale list is now available to
shops and clubs. Send SASE for list. If
unavailable retail in your area, please
write for information on retail prices.
SASE please.

We carry African violets and supplies
in our shop.

Please visit us if you are In this area.

TABLE MODEL

(garden

HANDSOME DECORATOR PIECE FOR YOUR
FLOWERS, PLUS CHAIRSIDE LAMP FOR ANY
ROOM IN YOUR HOME.

The light shield above each 16”x6” growtub houses a long
life G.E. Circlite fluorescent with automatic timer you set for
any on or off hours. Handsome walnut stain wood stand,
with ball rollers on floor models, has furniture finish that
enhances any room decor. Each growtub has a water reser¬
voir that automatically supplies mist all plants love plus
wick watering for root moisture plants require. It is an auto¬
matic growing machine . . . almost ... all you supply is soil,
plants and love.

SELECT FROM THREE SIZES

Table Model— one growtub $138.

Floor Model— two growtubs $265.

Tower Model— three growtubs $390.

Shipped UPS freight collect to 48 states;
Foreign and overseas; special handling extra.

Older Today or Ask For Free Colored Pictures.
Call Toll-Free 80(F547-0259

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African Violet Magazine, November 1981

96

We’ll make sure your
Gift Certificate
arrives in time for
that special occasion*

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Fischers African Violets . . . Americas
Finest . . . are perfect gifts for eveiy occa¬
sion . . . and they give pleasure long after
the event. And, they’re so easy to give.
They are' handsome jackets with an ap¬
propriate message, and our latest full color-

catalog inside.

IMPORTANT

Send exactly the kind of certificate
you wanx . . . Christmas, Birthday,
Anniversary, General Gift. Simply send
your check or money order in the
amount of the certificate, your
name, plus the name and address
of the recipient, and the date. Well
do the rest . . . and your
recipient will appreciate
your thoughtfulness.

Send for beautifwl color
catalog* Illustrated Growing
Aids Catalog. PLUS 8 page
“Tips” on Violet growing.

Certificates are
available in the amounts
of $10.00 for a -choice of
any four plants in our
catalog; $13.50 for any
six plants, and $20.00 for
any nine plants.

GREENHOUSES

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GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS .

GROWING OUR WAY . . . "OUR AFRICAN
VIOLET HERITAGE" by Arme Tinari . . . read
about the heritage of your favorite plant, its growth
and history of many cultivars originated in the last 30
years. Most often asked questions and answers to
help you with your violet problems. An Ideal
I f Christmas gift for any violet enthusiast, autographed

on request . $2.95 with any order.

Separately $3.50 ppd.

Helen Van Pelt Wilson's
AFRICAN VIOLET BOOK

Now in Paperback. New information on how to
have blooms at windows or under lights,' Culture
of miniatures, scoring of show plants-, - other
gesneriads, charts of troubles and cures. 29
photographs in color, 59 in black and white. 37 pag«
of line drawings . current price $8.25 ppd. ,

NEW . . . African Violet Book . . . AFraCAN VIOLETS — QUEENS
OF THE INDOOR GARDENING KINGDOM ... by Melvin J. Robey.

A delightful well-written book which provides full information on all
aspects of growing and propagating African violets. A basic guide, com¬
plete glossary is included with simple definitions and over 100 illustra¬
tions on how to perform chores necessary for success and eight color
photos. Hard cover . $15.75 ppd.

"HOW TO GROW AFRICAN VIOLETS" '

A new revised Sunset Book, author Jack Kramer. Up
to date growing techniques described and illustrated.
Valuable information on propagating, grooming and
showing African violets. . $3.29 ppd.

AFRICAN VIOLET NOTE PAPER — with envelopes, 12 beautiful
violets printed in full color. All different. $1.50 a box with order ppd.
Separately, please add 25c postage.

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. IMMEDIATE UPS SHIPMENT, PRICES HONORED UNTIL JANUARY 1, 1982.

Violet

Jar

Saucer

Violet Jar

CERAMIC AFRICAN VIOLET PLANT JAR
In seven sparkling colors! To delight any Violet enthusiast. Solid [_
colors in violet, pink, blue, yellow, white, green, gray (State second
choice. ) No 1 Jar — Handmade and hand painted in glossy ceramic with
suitable space for four of your favorite plants. Proper drainage hole in
bottom. Stands 5’^" high and is approximately 5%" in circumference.

Please state color wanted. No. 1 Jar . . $3.95 each, ppd.

2Jarsfor.... . . . . . . $7.75 ppd.

VIOLET JAR SAUCER — Especially d«igned to set the above jars on,
approximately %" deep to hold excess water. Comes in same colors to

match above jar. Please specify color . $1.79 ppd.

PETERS FERTILIZER — A soluble ferf-ilizer especially for African
Violets in two new formulas:

African Violet Special: 12-36-14, 8 oz. carton . . $3.25 ppd.

Variegated Violet Special: S-50-17, 8 oz. carton . $3.50 ppd.

MINI LEAF SUPPORT. . . of molded leaf ^een plastic,
ideal for growing show plante . . . Brings . . . $2.75 ppd.

GIFT CERTIFICATES make an ideal gift for any
occasion. Send your check or money order in the
amount of the certificate desired. Include your name,
plus the name and address of the recipient and we
will mail certificate directly to them.

Dept. AV

Commercial Member
AVS of America, Inc.
Send 25* lot color catalog

Bom 190, 2325 Valley Road
Huntingdon Valley, Pa. 1 9006 L

ATOCAN VIOLET MAGAZINE
P.O. Box 1326

KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37901

AFRICAN VIOLET SEED

HYBRID AFRICAN VIOLET SEED — $3.50 per packet. Approximately
150 seeds.

HYBRID VARIEGATED AFRICAN VIOLET SEED — $4.50 ptv' packet.

Approximately 150 seeds.

SPOT-O-SUN-GROW-LITE FIXTURE
Simulated sunshine is provided by the
special wide spectrum grow lamp included
in this decorative planter. Molded from
practically indestructible lexan in beautiful
avocado green. Height 15", Width 9",

Depth 11%", Bowl Diameter 9"

$25.95 ppd.

(This unit will not operate from a timer.)

RIPE-N-GROW SUN-LFTE
Large 16" diameter, 3%" deep bowl with
durable avocado green luxurious' long-life
finish. Reflector dome diameter is 17" and is
19' in height. Complete with Sylvania 22
watt Wide-Spectrum fluorescent drcline
tube. Can hold as many as one dozen 2%"
pots. Most attractive and beautiful for
growing African violet plarys. This unit
will operate from a timer . $39.95 ppd.

GRO-LUX LAMP FIXTURE
— Handsome durable, all metal
fluorescent table lamp fixture,
featuring gold top with black
wrought iron legs. Complete with
2-20 watt gro-lux tubes, the new
energy source for stimulating
plant growth, (tray not
included). Approximate size 24"
high, 24" long and 13%" deep.

May be used with a timer.

$37.95

AUTOMATIC TIMER — For use with fluorescent lights that have
"rapid start" ballast. Capacity 875 watts. Can be set to go on or off
automatically. . $9.95 with order, separately $10.95 ppd.

FLORA CART ~

Indoor Garden on Wheels
Ideal for growing African violets.
Rugged lifetime construction of
aluminum tubing. Beautiful molded
fiberglass trays 19" x 49" x 1%",
lightweight, strong and easy to dean.
Shipped "knocked down" with com¬
plete instructions for assembly. May be operated with automatic timer.
(Accommodates 48" tubes.)

Model BA — 3 tray stand which includes three double light fixtures ( no
tubes are included), 3 trays, comes complete with casters for easy mov¬
ing. Overall size: 68" high x 53" long x 19" wide. . $269.95 ppd.

Model CA — 2 tray stand which includes two double^^Ly fixtures (no
tubes are included), 2 trays comes complete with casters! tor easy mov¬
ing. Overall size: 48" high x 53" long x 19" wide. . $179.95 ppd.

California and New York City customers only, please add $5.M postage.
PLASTIC TENTS

For Model CA 2 Tray — $15.95 with FloraCart order, separately please
add $1.00.

For Model BA 3 Tray — ■ $16.95 with FloraCart order, separately please
add $1.00.

FLORACART WATERING WAND — Complete with 8 feet of plastic

hose and gallon plastic jug . $21.95 with order; $23.95 ppd.

if ordered separately.

HEAVY DUTY TIMER — for use with your FloraCart or various light
set-ups . $20.95 with order, separately $22.95 ppd.

SWIFT "MOIST-RTTE" PLANTER
Green or white (specify color) 4" x 4".

Single Planter . . (each)$ 2.95 postpaid

Carton of 6 . $15.25 postpaid

Carton of 12 . $26.75 postpaid

Carton of 24 . $46.00 postpaid

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