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THE ENTHUSIASM of ‘‘Flossie” Williamson is contagious when she becomes involved in or speaking of one of her numerous enterprises — which include gardening, vinegar and jelly making for commercial use, plants of all types and, especially, herbs. *
Mrs. W.R. Williamson resides at Oak Forest Gardens near Woodville where all this manner of activity occurs.
The large, old brick home exudes a gracious welcome to visitors who are immediately enthralled by the lovely grounds, backdrop scenery of the Blue Ridge arid the charming hostess.
Mrs. Williamson entertained the Chancellor Garden Club from Spotsylvania on Tuesday. The group had requested a meeting with her for a discussion and demonstration on growing and using herbs. This spring, Mrs. Williamson had supplied the Washington Cathedral three thousand herb plants for the annual plant mart there.
SHE EXPLAINED TO THE group that herbs have multiple uses: culinary, medicinal, decorative and aromatic. Many herbs have been found extremely high in vitamins after being analyzed for content. They are used for seasoning, fragrance, decoration and are also useful as insect repellents.
As a sample she displayed a “doggie pad” which contained herbs that discourage fleas and told of others which helped in moth-proffing. For kitty there was a catnip ball.
Luncheon following the meeting consisted of herb sandwiches, salad and dressing containing herbs, herb tea and the table centerpiece was composed of flowers and herbs. O
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