MOULTRIE, Ga. — Faye Rowe and Mary Phillips shared an African violet program with the Magnolia Garden Club recently. They demonstrated how to root the leaves, how to pot them after the root forms and how to water and fertilize the plants. They stressed: Do not over-water, which is a problem that will kill the plant. Adequate light is most important for abundant blooms. A window that has strong bright light is good but not direct sun. You should turn pots one-fourth turn each time you water. African violets are a beautiful plant with such dainty blooms.

Ruby Bowermeister had the devotion. She chose as her text, John 3: 18-19. Her topic was the San Bernadino Massacre. The roll was called and each member answered with the name of their favorite rose.

Winners of the Fund Raiser drawing were: Peggy Strickland, who won a rain gauge and hand shovel; Jackie Estep, who won the Miracle Grow fertilizer; and Odelle Cato, who won the bamboo plant.

Each member brings three horticulture specimens and were judged by Mary Phillips. Blue ribbons were given to all. After the judging, Phillips used the specimens and made an arrangement and presented it to the Museum.

The Gardener’s Log for February is to prune roses by February 14th. Bare Root Roses may be planted this month. Petunias planted in February will provide a riot of colors in March.

During the business meeting, the upcoming events were named. The Spring Fling for Camellia District will be March 14th at Gin Creek Plantation Vineyard and Winery, Hartsfield. This will celebrate the 90th Birthday for the Garden Club of Georgia. The South Georgia Native Plant and Wildflower Symposium will be March 28th in Tifton. May 9th will be a Luncheon, Book Signing and Tour of Pebble Hill Plantation Grounds and Main House.and Barn in Thomasville.

Peggy Strickland hosted the refreshments with a tray of strawberries, blueberries and fruit dip, and an assortment of Valentine cookies and crunches.