Garden Directory
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Godetia
Very pretty hardy annuals, that may be grown in any gardensoil. Sow in the autumn for early flowering, or in spring for later blooms. July is their ordinary season of coming into flower. Height, 1-1/2...
Gompholobium
Delicate greenhouse evergreen shrubs requiring a soilof sandy loam and peat and but little water. They flower in June, and are propagated by cuttings planted in sand under glass. Height, 2 ft.
Gooseberries
From the middle of October to the end of November isthe best time for planting. To produce good crops the soil should be rich, deep, and well drained. The position should be somewhat cool and sheltere...
Gooseberry Caterpillar
To prevent caterpillars attackingGooseberries syringe the bushes with a decoction of common foxglove (Digitalis), or dust the leaves with Hellebore powder. If the caterpillar has begun its attack, spr...
Gynerium (Pampas Grass)
This unquestionably is the grandest of allgrasses, and is sufficiently hardy to endure most of our winters. It is, however, desirable to give it some protection. It requires a deep, rich, alluvial soi...
Habrothamnus
These beautiful evergreen shrubs require greenhouseculture, and to be grown in sandy loam and leaf-mould. The majority of them flower in spring. Height, 4 ft. to 6 ft.