KOCHIA TRICHOPHYLLA

Half-hardy annual



This remarkable variety of K. scoparia is a miniature annual shrub,

which is also known as Summer Cypress, or Belvidere. It is singularly

attractive, of rapid growth and graceful habit. In a very brief time the

finely cut foliage forms a compact cylindrical plant, beautifully domed

at the top, and the tender green changes to a rich russet-crimson in

autumn.



Seed may be sown in slight heat during February or March to provide

early plants for pots, or for setting out in the open immediately the

bedding season commences. It is important not to crowd the seedlings,

and every precaution should be taken to prevent them from becoming thin,

leggy, or wanting in symmetry. Each plant must be allowed sufficient

space to develop equally all round. An April sowing can be made in the

open where the plants are intended to remain, and beyond regular

thinning they will give very little trouble.



As a conspicuous dot plant in beds this Kochia is extremely useful, or

it can be massed in borders, and it also forms an admirable dividing

line in the flower garden. For the decoration of conservatories a number

should be specially reserved. Specimens may be employed with striking

effect on flights of steps, in halls, and many other positions where a

plant of perfect outline will serve as an ornament. Height, 2 to 3 feet.