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This hardy herbaceous plant bears light blueflowers in July. A rich, moist soil is its delight. It is propagated by dividing the roots. Height, 1 ft.
Handsome greenhouse shrubs, which require a mould composedof equal parts of peat, sand, and loam. Give plenty of water in summer, a moderate amount at other seasons. Ripened cuttings may be rooted in...
A dwarf-growing, light-coloured evergreenshrub, which will thrive near the sea. It requires a light, dry soil, and may be increased by cuttings.
Remarkably pretty and graceful Cape flowers, possessing amost agreeable perfume. The plants grow about 9 in. high and produce six or eight tubular flowers on a stem. They are easily cultivated in a co...
This ornamental hardy perennial is commonlyknown as the Burning Bush. It succeeds in any garden soil, and is easily raised from seed, which ripens freely. If the flowers are rubbed they emit a fine od...
Hardy perennials bearing white flowers from June toSeptember. They like a good, warm soil. The only way of raising them is from seed. They require a slight protection in winter. Height, 2-1/2 ft.
A rich or peaty mouldsuits this half-hardy perennial. It may be saved through the winter by protecting the roots, but seed sown in spring will generally fruit the same year. It flowers in July. Height...