,illustration3 ,camellia ,fimbriata4 ,,the ,,american ,,flower ,,garden ,,directory1 ,,containing ,,practical ,,directions ,,for ,,the ,,culture ,,of ,,plants1 ,,in ,,the ,,hot-,,house1 ,,garden-,,house1 ,,flower ,,garden ,,and ,,rooms ,,or ,,parlours1 ,,for ,,every ,,month ,,in ,,the ,,year4 ,with ,a ,,description ,,of ,,the ,,plants ,,most ,,desirable ,,in ,,each1 ,,the ,,nature ,,of ,,the ,,soil ,,and ,,situation ,,best ,,adapted ,,to ,,their ,,growth1 ,,the ,,proper ,,season ,,for ,,transplanting1 c4 ,,instructions ,,for ,,erecting ,a ,hot-house1 ,green-house1 and laying out a ,flower ,garden4 ,,also ,table of ,soils most congenial to the ,plants contained in the ,work4 ,,the ,,whole ,,adapted ,,to ,,either ,,large ,,or ,,small ,,gardens1 ,,with ,,lists ,,of ,,annuals1 ,,biennials1 ,,and ,,ornamental ,,shrubs1 ,,contents1 ,a ,,general ,,index1 ,,and ,a ,,frontispiece ,,of ,,camellia ,,fimbriata4 ,by ,,hibbert ,,and ,,buist4 ,,exotic ,,nurserymen ,,and ,,florists4 ,,philadelphia3 ,e4 ,l4 ,,carey ,a4 ,,hart--,,chesnut ,,street4 ,,boston3 ,,allen ,,ticknor4 #ahcd4 ,,preface4 ,this volume owes its existence principally to the repeated requests of a number of our fair patrons1 and amateur supporters1 whose enquiries and wishes for a practical manual on ,floraculture1 at last induced us to prepare a work on the subject4 ,that now offered is given unaffectedly and simply as a plain and easy treatise on this increasingly interesting subject4 ,it will at once be perceived that there are no pretensions to literary claims--the directions are given in the simplest manner--the arrangement made as lucidly as was in our power--and the whole is presented with the single wish of its being practically useful4 ,how far our object has been attained of course our readers must judge4 ,nothing has been intentionally concealed2 and all that is asserted is the result of minute observation1 close application1 and an extended continuous experience from childhood4 ,we pretend not to infallibility1 and are not so sanguine as to declare our views the most perfect that can be attained4 ,but we can so far say1 that the practice here recommended has been found very successful4 ,some very probably may be disappointed in not having the means of propagating as clearly delineated as those of culture2 but to have entered into all the minuti connected therewith1 would have formed materials for two volumes larger than the present4 ,we might have described that branch1 as it has already been done in works published both on this continent and in ,europe4 ,in one of the former it is said1 ,you may now propagate many kinds 7,exotic ,plants7 by suckers1 cuttings1 and layers1 which should be duly attended to1 particularly such as are scarce and difficult to be obtained4 ,and the directions given in one of the most extensive works in ,europe on the propagation of an extensive genus1 varied in character and constitution1 run thus3 ,cuttings of most kinds will strike root4 ,from the strongest growing kinds1 take off large cuttings at a joint1 and plunge them in a pot of sand under a hand-glass in the bark bed4 ,of the smaller kinds take younger kinds1 and put them under a bell-glass1 also plunged in heat4 ,the sooner the plants are potted off after they are rooted the better4 ,such instructions to the inexperienced1 are imperfect and unavailing1 which1 we flatter ourselves1 is not the character that will attach to the present work4 ,we are well aware that there are persons1 who1 to show their own superior abilities1 may cavil and say that there is nothing new4 ,to such critics it may be answered1 if arranging1 simplifying1 digesting1 and rendering ,floraculture attainable by the humblest capacity1 with useful lists and tables on a plan quite novel1 as we believe--offer nothing new1 it may at least be called an improvement4 ,however1 we submit all to a generous public1 to whom we are already under many obligations4 ,,hibbert ,,buist4 ,philadelphia1 ,april #ahth1 #ahcb4 ,,introduction4 ,in presenting this work1 constructed as a monthly calendar1 which is the most simple and easy method to convey the necessary operations of the year1 considerably more labour has been expended1 than was at first expected1 to render it as accurate as possible4 ,some verbal mistakes may have been overlooked in the botanical names4 ,where such occur1 the list of names at the end of the volume will enable the reader to correct them2 as well as the accentuation4 ,for such other errors as may be discovered1 the indulgence of the reader is solicited4 ,frequently1 in the description of plants1 there are ,botanical and ,english names compounded1 in order the more clearly to elucidate their several parts to those who are not fully acquainted with scientific terms4 ,the description of the colour of flowers and habits of plants will be useful to such as are at a great distance from collections1 in enabling them to make selections judiciously4 ,those plants described and recommended have all1 with a few exceptions1 passed under our own observation1 and are generally such as are most worthy of attention1 either for beauty of flower1 foliage1 or habit1 together with those celebrated in arts and medicine4 ,many may possibly have passed unobserved1 either from their being very generally known1 or difficult to obtain2 but in no case has there been suppression from selfish motives4 ,where the words our collections occur1 it is meant for those of the country generally1 and especially those immediately in the vicinity of ,philadelphia4 ,in all our observations1 no regard has been paid to what has been written by others1 either in the way of depreciation1 or of particular appreciation4 ,perhaps some other cultivators may differ from us respecting culture and soil2 however this may be1 we rest satisfied1 as our work is designedly and professedly given as the result of our own experience1 the plan laid down is our own routine of culture1 and the soils are those which we adopt4 ,we do not say that there is no soil in which the plants will not grow better1 fully aware that every art and profession is subject to improvement4 ,the table of soils has been constructed at the expense of much labour1 and condensed as much as possible2 to every one that has a single plant it will be found invaluable4 ,many are the publications in ,europe on ,gardening and ,floraculture1 the directions in which1 when practised in the ,united ,states1 prove almost a perfect dead letter4 ,a work adapted to the climate must be the guide in this country1 and not one which is foreign to us in every respect4 ,on this account a work like the present has been a desideratum1 considering the rapidly increasing and interesting advancement of the culture of flowers amongst the fair daughters of our flourishing republic4 ,to aid them and others seeking information in this instructive and delightful pursuit--to enable them to examine more minutely1 and judge more correctly of the qualities1 properties1 and beauties of plants--have been prominent objects in this publication4 ,here1 as knowledge is increased1 the warmer will be the devotion of the delighted student2 and as the mind correspondingly expands1 the desire for further information will keep pace--advancing constantly in the development of nature1 the mind will participate in the enjoyment1 and become meliorated and purified--as the study of nature's works inevitably lead to the contemplation of nature's ,god1 and the result of the whole prove a harmonious combination of personal gratification and mental improvement4 ,,table ,,of ,,contents4 ,,hot-,,house4 ,,january4 ,page ,of ,temperature1 #i ,firing and ,fuel1 ib4 ,watering #aa ,insects1 to destroy1 #ab ,shifting ,plants1 #ag ,cleaning do41 c41 #ai ,,february4 ,of ,temperature1 #cc ,insects1 #cd ,shifting ,plants1 #ce ,cleaning do4 and ,house1 #cg ,,march4 ,general ,observations1 #ef ,of ,shifting ,plants1 #eg ,,april4 ,of ,temperature1 #afh ,observations in general1 #afi ,,may4 ,of ,repotting ,plants1 #bai ,hot-house ,plants described1 ib4 ,of bringing out the ,hot-house ,plants1 #bee ,succulents #beg ,,june ,,july4 ,general ,observations1 #bgb ,,august4 ,of ,repotting1 #bhd ,repairing the ,house1 ib4 ,,september4 ,of ,dressing the ,plants1 #bih ,taking in do41 ib4 ,,october4 ,of ,airing and ,temperature1 #caa ,,november4 ,of ,temperature1 #cbf ,cistern and ,water1 ib4 ,,december4 ,of ,firing1 #ccg ,shutters1 ib4 ,placing ,bulbs in the ,hot-house1 #cch ,,green-,,house4 ,,january4 ,green-house1 #bj ,of ,temperature1 #ba ,watering1 ib4 ,camellia ,japonica1 #bb ,oranges1 ,lemons1 c41 #bd ,cape ,bulbs1 c41 ib4 ,hyacinths1 c41 #be ,,february4 ,of ,temperature1 #ch ,watering1 #ci ,oranges and ,lemons1 ib4 ,bulbs1 #dj ,camellia ,japonica1 #da ,shifting1 ib4 ,cleaning1 c41 #dc ,,march4 ,of ,temperature1 #eg ,watering1 #eh ,oranges and ,lemons1 ib4 ,myrtles and ,oleanders1 #ei ,geraniums1 #fj ,herbaceous plants1 ib4 ,cape ,bulbs1 ib4 ,repotting1 #fa ,enarching1 #abg ,,april4 ,of ,repotting1 #agj ,watering1 ib4 ,oranges and ,lemons1 #aga ,myrtles and ,oleanders1 #agc ,geraniums1 ib4 ,of ,herbaceous ,plants and ,bulbs1 #agd ,flowering ,plants1 #age ,insects1 ib4 ,flowering ,stocks1 #agf ,,may4 ,of bringing out the ,green-house ,plants1 #beh ,repotting ,plants1 #bei ,camellias1 #bfd ,cape ,bulbs1 #bfe ,,june ,,july4 ,general ,observations1 #bgc ,,august4 ,of ,geraniums1 #bhf ,oranges and ,lemons1 #bhg ,pruning do41 #bhi ,repotting ,plants1 ib4 ,,september4 ,of ,repairing the ,house1 #cjj ,watering1 #cja ,preparing for taking in the ,plants1 ib4 ,stocks and ,wall-flowers1 #cjb ,chrysanthemums1 ib4 ,cape and ,holland ,bulbs1 #cjc ,repotting1 #cjf ,,october4 ,of taking in and arranging the ,plants1 #cab ,repotting1 #cac ,camellias1 #cae ,,november4 ,of ,air and ,water1 #cbg ,tender ,bulbs1 #cbh ,,december4 ,of ,temperature1 #cdj ,bulbous ,roots1 #cda ,,flower-,,garden4 ,,january4 ,flower ,garden1 #be ,of ,framing1 c4 #bf ,pruning1 #bg ,,february4 ,of ,pruning1 #dd ,planting ,shrubs1 #dh ,hyacinths and other ,bulbs1 #ea ,framing1 ib4 ,,march4 ,of ,planting ,box ,edgings1 #acj ,sowing ,tender ,annuals1 #aca ,sowing ,hardy #acb ,sowing ,biennials1 #acc ,planting ,perennials1 ib4 ,bulbous ,roots1 #aeb ,repotting ,carnations1 ,pinks and ,primroses1 #aec ,auriculas1 #aed ,ranunculus and ,anemone1 #aee ,roses1 planting1 ib4 ,pruning ,climbing ,roses1 #aei ,planting ,ornamental ,shrubs1 ib4 ,grass-plats and ,walks1 #afj ,gravel-walks1 #afb ,fancy-edgings1 ib4 ,grafting1 #afc ,,april4 ,of ,annuals1 #agh ,biennials and ,perennials1 #agi ,dahlias1 #ahj ,china ,roses1 #ahb ,climbing #ahi ,plants1 #aif ,deciduous ,shrubs1 #aii ,planting ,evergreens1 ib4 ,care of choice ,bulbs1 #bja ,anemone and ,ranunculus1 #bjc ,auriculas1 #bjd ,carnations and ,pinks1 ib4 ,polianthus tuberosa1 #bje ,jacobea ,lily1 c4 #bjg ,tiger-flower1 #bjh ,walks1 #bji ,evergreen ,hedges1 #baj ,box-edgings1 #baa ,grass-plats ,flowering-plants1 #bab ,,may4 ,of ,annuals1 hardy and tender1 #bff ,hyacinths and ,tulips1 ib4 ,anemone and ,ranunculus1 #bfg ,dahlia1 ,tuberose1 and ,amaryllis1 ib4 ,auricula1 ,polyanthus and ,primrose1 ib4 ,wall-flower1 double1 #bfh ,,june ,,and ,,july4 ,holland ,bulbs1 #bgd ,autumn flowering-bulbs1 ib4 ,carnations and ,pinks1 #bge ,of ,laying ,carnations and ,pinks1 #bgg ,pruning ,roses1 #bgh ,budding1 #bgi ,watering1 #bha ,,august4 ,of ,evergreen ,hedges1 #bic ,carnations and ,pinks1 #bid ,bulbous ,roots1 ib4 ,sowing ,seeds of do4 #bie and gathering ,seeds1 #bif ,,september4 ,of ,dahlias1 #cjg ,general care of ,plants in pots1 ib4 ,beds for ,bulbous-roots1 #cjh ,,october4 ,of ,planting various ,bulbs1 #cag and transplanting1 #cjb ,grass and ,gravel-walks1 #cbb ,planting ,evergreens1 ib4 ,,november4 ,of ,protecting ,choice ,bulbs1 #cbi ,tuberose1 ,dahlia1 ,tigridia1 and ,amaryllis #ccj ,erythrinas1 ib4 ,primrose and ,daisy1 #cca ,choice ,carnations1 ,pinks1 and ,auriculas1 ib4 ,protecting ,plants1 #ccb ,seeding-bulbs1 #ccc ,planting ,deciduous ,trees and ,shrubs1 ib4 ,,december4 ,general ,observations1 #cdb ,,rooms4 ,,january4 ,rooms1 #bh ,of ,temperature1 ib4 ,watering1 #bi ,camellia ,japonica1 ib4 ,insects1 #cj ,bulbous ,roots1 #ca ,,february4 ,of ,temperature1 #ed ,hyacinths1 #ee ,camellias1 ib4 ,,march4 ,general ,observations1 #afe ,of ,flowering ,plants1 #aff ,,april4 ,of plants brought from the ,green-house1 #bad ,flowering ,plants1 #bae ,bringing ,plants out of the cellar1 ib4 ,,may4 ,of ,bringing out the ,plants1 #bfi ,cape bulbs1 #bgj ,repotting1 #bga ,,june ,,and ,,july4 ,general ,observations1 #bhb ,,august4 ,general ,observations1 #bif ,sowing ,mignonette1 #big ,,september4 ,of a ,stage for ,rooms1 #cji ,general ,observations1 #caj ,,october4 ,of taking in the ,plants1 #cbc ,bulbous roots1 #cbd ,,november4 ,of ,camellias1 c4 #cce ,,december4 ,an outline of culture of plants1 #cdd ,index of ,plants1 #cec ,description of ,soils1 #cge ,table of ,soils1 ib4 ,on the construction of a ,hot-house1 #cde1 #cdh ,green-house1 #cdi ,on laying out a ,flower ,garden1 #cdi1 #ceb ,,omitted ,,in ,,march4 ,jasmnum1 ,jasmine4 ,a few species of this genus are celebrated either for the ,green-house or ,rooms4 ,j4 odoratssimum1 ,azorian1 has very sweet-scented yellow flowers1 blooming from ,april to ,november4 ,j4 revoltum is the earliest flowering one1 and of the same colour2 it is apt to grow straggling1 and should be close pruned as soon as done blooming1 which will be about ,june4 ,j4 grandiflrum is frequently called ,catalonian1 and should be pruned early in spring to make it bloom well1 especially old plants4 ,j4 officinle is a hardy climbing plant for arbours1 walls1 c4 ,there are several varieties of it1 and it is reported there is a double one4 ,,errata4 ,page #ajd1 dele ,l4 ,silaiflia has leaves bipinnatifid and smooth2 segments wedge-shaped and cut2 ,l4 dentta and ,l4 iliciflia1 are the finest2 and place it to ,lomtia1 page #ajc4 ,page #cba1 ninth line from top1 dele ,pdulis4 ,,the ,,american ,,flower ,,garden ,,directory4 ,hot-,house4 ,,january4 ,at all times be very careful of the temperature of this department1 and more especially at this season of the year1 as a few minutes' neglect might materially injure many of the delicate plants4 ,the thermometer ought to range between #eh and #fe4 ,in fine sunshine days1 admit a little air by having some of the top sashes let down1 one1 two1 or three inches1 according to the weather1 and let it always be done from eleven to one o'clock2 but by no means in such a manner as to cause a draught in the interior of the house1 which would be very prejudicial4 ,therefore be always cautious during cold weather1 in administering that necessary element to vegetation1 which is so conducive to health4 ,,of ,,firing ,,and ,,fuel4 ,the ,hot-house ought never to be left entirely to inexperienced persons1 because they are not aware of what might be the result of inattention even for an hour4 ,attention to the following observations will obviate every difficulty4 ,about this season of the year1 frost generally sets in very severe in the middle states4 ,suppose the day may have all the clemency of spring1 the night may be directly the reverse4 ,every precaution is necessary to guard against extremes4 ,according to what was said last month1 it is understood that the shutters are put on every night at sundown1 and in severe weather1 they must be put on as soon as the sun goes off the glass4 ,if the shutters are omitted till late in severe frost1 it will so reduce the heat of the house1 that you cannot overcome it by fire until near midnight2 and when done1 the fire or fires have been made more powerful than they ought to be1 proving uncongenial to the plants that are near the flues4 ,the air1 as above directed1 having been taken off the house at one o'clock1 as soon as the mercury begins to fall in the thermometer1 kindle the fire1 and supposing it is anthracite coal1 in twenty minutes1 with a good drawing furnace1 the heat will operate in the house4 ,if a coal fire1 kindled about four o'clock1 it will require an addition about six1 and then may be made up again about nine or ten1 which will suffice until morning4 ,the quantity must be regulated by the weather4 ,if the fuel is wood1 it must be attended to three or four times during the evening2 and when the mornings are intensely cold1 one fire in the morning is requisite4 ,when there are bad drawing furnaces the fires must be made much earlier1 perhaps by two or three o'clock1 which will be easily observed by the time the fire takes effect upon the air of the house4 ,the temperature ought never to be under #ee of ,fahrenheit4 ,,of ,,watering ,,the ,,plants4 ,to do this judiciously1 is so necessary to vegetation1 and so requisite to understand1 and yet the knowledge so difficult to convey to others 7being entirely acquired by practice17 that if the power was in man to impart it to his fellow-men1 he would possess the power of perfecting a gardener by diction4 ,however1 the hints on this important point of floraculture1 will be as clear and expressive as can at present be elicited4 ,all plants in this work that are aquatic1 shall be specified as such2 and those that are arid shall be duly mentioned4 ,all others will come in the medium4 ,all the plants must be looked over every day1 and those watered that appear to be getting dry on the top4 ,it must be strictly observed not to give water to any but such as are becoming dry1 and let it be given moderately at this season4 ,two or three days may perhaps elapse before it need be repeated4 ,there is not so much liability to err at present in giving too little1 as in administering too much4 ,vegetation amongst the stove or ,hot-house plants will soon begin to show1 and the soil will prove uncongenial if it is impregnated with stagnant moisture4 ,small plants should always be watered with a pot1 having what is termed a rose upon it4 ,the surface of the rose1 that is1 where it is perforated with small apertures1 ought to be level1 or a little concave1 which would convey the water more to a centre1 and make neater work1 by preventing any water from being unnecessarily spilt in the house4 ,the size of the pot will be regulated by the person to suit the conveniences of the place4 ,water1 when applied either to the roots or foliage of the plants1 should be about the medium temperature of the house4 ,the cistern1 built on the plan herein recommended1 will always give this1 and sometimes more1 which can easily be reduced by adding cold water4 ,where there are no cisterns1 a tank or barrel might be in the house1 in which the water could stand for one night or more1 as is most suitable4 ,when water is given without being thus aired1 it chills the roots1 prevents a luxuriant growth1 injures the fresh and healthful appearance of the foliage1 and too frequently gives to all the plants a sickly hue4 ,,of ,,insects1 ,,their ,,destruction1 c4 ,in this department1 insects begin to increase by hundreds1 and too frequently their ravages are very obvious before their progress is arrested4 ,we will treat of those which are most common1 under their respective heads1 with their nature and cure1 as far as has come under our observation4 ,aphis ros1 of the natural order of ,hemiptera1 or what is commonly known by ,green ,fly1 ,green ,lice1 c4 infect plants in general1 and are particularly destructive in the ,hot-house to ,hibscus rsa-sinnsis1 ,asclpias1 ,crssula coccnea1 ,alstroemeria1 and many other plants of a free growing nature4 ,they attack the young and tender shoots at the point1 leaving a dark filthy appearance on the foliage4 ,many remedies for their destruction have been offered to the public by various writers1 each equally secure in his own opinion4 ,extensive practice alone can show the most easy and effectual cure4 ,fumigating with tobacco is decidedly the most efficacious1 and in the power of any to perform4 ,take a small circular furnace1 made of sheet iron1 diameter at top twelve inches1 and at bottom eight2 depth one foot1 having a grating in it to reach within three inches of the bottom1 which will leave space for the air to pass1 and where the ashes will fall and be kept in safety1 having a handle like a pail to carry it with4 ,this1 or any thing similar1 being ready1 put in it a few embers of ignited charcoal2 take it into the centre of the house1 and put on the coals a quantity of moist tobacco stems4 ,if they attempt to blaze or flame1 sprinkle a little water over them2 and as they consume1 continue to add tobacco until the house is entirely full of smoke1 observing always to do it in still1 cloudy weather1 or in the evening4 ,if it is windy1 the smoke is carried off without having half the effect1 and requires more tobacco4 ,the house must be closely shut up4 ,there are several plants whose foliage is of a soft downy nature1 such as ,helitrpiums1 ,callacrpas1 ,slvias1 and many of the ,lantnas1 ,vncas1 with several others1 that cannot stand1 without danger1 strong fumigation4 ,these should be put low down in the house1 or under the stage4 ,these fumigations will have to be repeated frequently1 the time for which will easily be perceived2 and1 when required1 ought not to be delayed4 ,several species and varieties of the same genus1 ,aphis1 can be destroyed in the like manner4 ,acaris tellurius1 or red spider1 is caused by a dry atmosphere1 and its havoc generally is obvious before it is arrested4 ,with its proboscis1 it wounds the fine capillary vessels2 and if the leaves are fine1 they will appear as if probed with a needle1 and yellowish around the wound4 ,if they have farther progressed in their destructive work1 the leaves will prematurely decay4 ,on this appearance1 turn up the leaf1 and you will see them running about with incredible swiftness4 ,their body is of a blood colour1 and their feet1 eight in number1 light red4 ,when very numerous1 they work thick webs on the under side of the leaf1 and frequently all over it1 forming a mass of half dead plants1 decayed leaves1 and thousands of spiders4 ,the most effectual remedy is a thorough syringing with water1 and profusely under the foliage4 ,this being done every evening1 will subdue and eventually banish them4 ,had the house been syringed two or three times per week1 these intruders would not have appeared4 ,it is said by some writers1 that watering only reduces them to a temporary state of inaction1 and will not destroy them4 ,laying aside the many prescribed nostrums1 we assert that the pure element is the most effectual cure1 as well as the most easy to be obtained4 ,thrips1 order ,hemiptera1 are insects so minute as scarcely to be perceptible to the naked eye4 ,they generally lurk close to the veins of the leaves of plants1 and frequently attack esculents4 ,when viewed through a glass1 they are seen1 when touched1 to skip with great agility4 ,the larva is of a high brown1 or reddish colour4 ,the thrip has four wings1 and walks with its body turned upwards4 ,it frequently attacks the extremities of tender shoots1 or young leaves1 which become shrivelled1 brown1 and will rub to dust easily between the thumb and finger4 ,when any leaves or shoots are perceived to be so1 if you do not observe the green fly1 expect the thrips4 ,they may be destroyed by a fumigation of tobacco1 in the same manner as the green fly4 ,by the simple and expeditious method of fumigation1 these insects and several others may be destroyed effectually at any time they appear4 ,cocus hesperidus1 or mealy bug1 has appeared in the ,hot-houses about ,philadelphia within these few years1 and1 if not instantly destroyed1 increases rapidly4 ,it is of a white dusty colour1 when broken1 of a brownish red1 generally covered with down1 under which it deposits its eggs2 and they1 in a few months1 come forth in great numbers4 ,the cocus generally is of a dormant nature1 but1 in warm weather1 they may be seen moving rapidly up the stems of the plants4 ,fumigating has no observable effect on these insects2 therefore1 as soon as they appear1 recourse must be had to other means4 ,the liquid made from the following receipt1 is death to any of the ,cocus tribe3 ,take two pounds of strong soap1 one pound flour of sulphur1 one pound of leaf tobacco1 one and a half ounce of nux vomica1 with a table spoonful of turpentine1 which boil in four gallons of river water to three2 then set aside to cool4 ,when boiling1 stir it well with a stick1 continuing to do so until it is reduced as above4 ,in this liquor immerse the whole plant1 drawing it to and fro gently1 that the liquor may penetrate every where4 ,this done1 lay the plant on its side1 until it begin to dry1 then syringe well with clean water1 and put it in its respective station4 ,where a collection of plants is free from any insects of the kind1 every plant that is introduced1 ought to be minutely scrutinized1 that the unclean may be kept from the clean3 the above insect will feed almost on any plant1 but indulges on ,crssulas1 any of the bristly ,cctus1 ,gardnias1 and in fact whatever is in the way4 ,cocus--------1 or brown scaly insect1 is frequently found on many plants1 but we never could perceive that it does any other material injury1 than dirtying them4 ,we have always observed1 that it is found in winter to abound most in those situations which are most excluded from air2 therefore is of less importance than the other species1 which eat and corrode the leaves of tender plants4 ,a washing with strong soap suds will destroy them1 or the above liquid will do it more effectually4 ,tie a piece of sponge on the end of a small stick1 and scrub every leaf1 stem1 and crevice4 ,fumigating destroys the larv of this species4 ,cocus--------1 or small white scaly insect1 which generally infests ,cycas revolta and circinlis1 the varieties of ,nrium olender1 ,oleas1 and several species of ,acacias1 may be destroyed by washing as above with a sponge1 and a strong decoction of tobacco1 using the liquid about the warmth of #ajj4 ,being thus heated1 it irritates the insect1 when1 by easing itself from its bed1 the fluid passes under it1 and causes immediate death4 ,if it is not thus irritated1 it adheres so closely to the foliage1 that it will keep you at defiance4 ,the under1 or dark side of the leaves is its residence2 and we have observed a plant in a house where there was only light on one side1 with the dark side literally covered1 while the light side was clean4 ,so much for having houses with plenty of light4 ,the effects of this insect are of a corroding nature1 extracting all the juices from the leaf under it1 even straining to the other side2 and where they have got to the extremity1 the foliage is completely yellow1 and of a decayed appearance4 ,cocus--------1 or turtle insect4 ,we have never observed this insect arrive to any extent1 but think that the ,datura arborea is most infested with it4 ,it is the largest of any genus known amongst us1 and very like a turtle in miniature4 ,on lifting it from the wood1 to which it generally adheres1 there appear to be hundreds of eggs under it1 but fumigating completely destroys the larv4 ,in our opinion this turtle insect is no other than the old female of the brown scaly insect1 which swells to a large size before depositing its eggs4 ,we have frequently observed the insect dead in this enlarged state1 and question if this is the last stage of its transmigration4 ,the male insect is winged1 and very active in its movements4 ,,of ,,shifting ,,plants4 ,at this period of the season very little is required to grow ,calceolrias to perfection4 ,they require a few months of the ,hot-house1 and if the directions given last month were followed up1 some of these will have advanced a little in growth4 ,the herbaceous kinds1 when grown about one inch high1 ought to be divided1 and put into four inch pots1 sprinkled gently1 and kept in the shade until they begin to grow2 after which1 keep them near the glass1 to prevent them from becoming spindly and drawn4 ,their farther treatment will be observed as they require4 ,this is a beautiful genus of plants1 flowering very profusely all summer1 and some of them early in spring4 ,alstroemerias1 about the beginning or middle of the month1 will have made their appearance above ground4 ,when shot about one inch1 turn them out1 and carefully shake them clear of earth2 and if required1 divide the crowns1 and put them in as small pots as possible1 taking care not to break any of the strong fleshy roots4 7,for ,soil1 see ,table47 ,to flower these plants well1 they require to be frequently shifted1 during their active stage of growth1 which must be duly observed4 ,the most of the species of this genus will more than repay the attention1 by their abundantly and beautifully spotted flowers4 ,a4 flsmartna1 ,a4 ,pelegrna1 ,a4 pulchlla1 and ,a4 atrpurpurea1 are the most splendid4 ,the former flowers very freely4 ,all natives of ,south ,america4 ,where bulbous roots1 such as ,hyacinths1 ,jonquils1 ,narcissus1 ,ixias1 ,lachenllas1 c4 are required to be early in flower1 they may1 about the beginning or end of the month1 be put in the front of the ,hot-house1 giving very little water until they begin to grow2 then water freely1 and tie up the flower stems as they advance4 ,,of ,,cleansing ,,plants1 ,,house1 c4 ,this subject ought to be kept constantly in view4 ,however correct every thing may be executed1 without that adorning beauty1 cleanliness1 all will appear only half done4 ,therefore let all the dead leaves be picked off every day1 and with dust and other litter swept out of the house1 and when necessary1 the house washed1 which will be at least once a week4 ,that the foliage of the plants may always appear fresh1 syringe them in the evening1 twice or three times per week2 7when the weather is very cold1 do it in the morning47 ,at present this will in a great measure keep down the insects1 and will prove a bane to the red spider4 ,a hand engine is certainly the best4 ,milne's patent hand engine surpasses any that we have used4 ,nevertheless a hand syringe is very effectual4 ,some of these engines are powerful1 throwing the water above forty feet4 ,read's patent of ,london is excellent4 ,at the store of ,d4 ,c4 ,landreth1 ,phila41 there is a very good kind1 which answers admirably in small houses4 ,tie up neatly with stakes1 and threads of ,russia mat1 all the straggling growing plants2 let the stakes be proportionate to the plants1 and never longer1 except they are climbing sorts4 ,do not tie the branches in bundles1 but singly and neatly1 imitating nature as much as possible4 ,if any of the plants are affected with the ,cocus insect1 let them be cleaned according to the plan already mentioned1 taking particular care also in washing the stakes to which they had been previously tied1 and burning all the old tyings1 which contain the larv of the insect in many instances1 especially of ,cocus hesperidus4 ,it is premised1 when any of these things are done1 that they will be well done1 and not half doing1 and always doing4 ,cleanliness1 in every respect1 promotes a pure air1 which is congenial to vegetation1 and will1 with other attention1 always ensure a healthful and vigorous appearance in the house4 ,green-,house4 ,,january4 ,this compartment requires particular attention1 in order to preserve the plants in good health1 and carry them through this precarious season of the year4 ,a little air must be admitted at all convenient times4 ,an hour or two at mid-day will be of the utmost importance in drying up damp1 and clearing off stagnated air1 which is a harbour for every corruption4 ,the top sashes being let down1 or turned a few inches1 in mild days 7that is1 when it is not high and cutting winds7 from ten or eleven o'clock to two or three1 according to the intensity of the frost1 will renovate the interior air of the house1 and harden the plants4 ,when the weather will permit1 let the front sashes be opened about one inch or more4 ,an assiduous1 experienced hand will never omit an opportunity4 ,with regard to fire heat1 the temperature must be regulated to suit the nature of the plants in a general sense2 so let the mercury1 or spirits of wine1 of ,fahrenheit's thermometer1 be from #cd to #dc2 if it begins to fall1 give a little fire heat4 ,no doubt we have seen the thermometer much lower in the ,green-house1 than the above1 even as low as #bd1 without any immediate injury2 but it was in an extensive collection1 where the most hardy of the plants were selected into one house4 ,many boast how little fire they give their ,green-house1 and how cold it is kept1 not observing the miserable state of their plants1--inexperience causing them to think1 that the least fire heat will make them grow1 and would rather look on naked stems than healthy plants4 ,the above temperature will not1 in exotics1 cause premature vegetation1 but will cause the plants to retain the foliage requisite to vegetative nature4 ,a high temperature is not necessary for the generality of ,green-house plants2 on the contrary1 it might very much injure them4 ,,of ,,watering4 ,in this month very little is requisite1 and must be given with great caution4 ,few plants will require much1 and some hardly any2 but all must be attended to1 and have their wants supplied4 ,some will need it twice1 some once a week1 and some in two weeks1 according to their shrubby and woody nature4 ,herbaceous and deciduous plants will seldom need water4 ,perhaps1 from the throwing of the foliage1 to the commencement of vegetation1 three or four times will be sufficient4 ,particular attention should be paid to the state of health and of growth1 in which the plants respectively are1 in the application of water2 otherwise much mischief may be done1 and many entirely ruined4 ,green-house plants1 being now in an absolutely inactive state1 require little more water than merely to keep the earth about their roots from becoming perfectly dry1 by occasionally applying a very small quantity at the root2 and1 if done with a watering pot1 as described under this head in the ,hot-house of this month1 very little will be spilt in the house to increase dampness1 which1 if it does appear1 by any of the leaves of the plants becoming musty1 they must be instantly picked off2 and1 if it increases1 give a little fire and air4 ,succulent plants will not need any water during this month1 unless omitted in ,december4 ,,camellia ,,japonica4 ,this magnificent and attractive flower1 with all its splendid varieties1 will1 about this time1 begin to open its beautiful flowers4 ,but for this admired genus of plants1 our ,green-houses1 at this season1 would be void of allurement4 ,it is1 in this country1 subject to mildew and red spider1 and more especially in the city1 which appears to be from the nature of the air4 ,the effects of mildew on these plants1 if not prevented1 would prove fatal2 as1 from appearance1 many have died by it in our city4 ,if it has reached a great extent1 the leaves are brownish1 having the appearance of being decayed1 or scorched with the sun4 ,in taking hold of the leaf1 it feels soft1 and altogether seems to have lost its nutritive substance2 and1 when the young foliage expands1 it becomes covered with dark brown spots1 and finally very much disfigured2 and1 when in this state1 it is attacked by red spider1 and1 ultimately1 death ensues4 ,if any of the plants are affected as above described1 take a sponge1 and wash every leaf minutely with soft water1 and syringe them with water three or four times a week1 which will clean them4 ,all the young foliage will be healthy1 and that which has been affected will fall off4 ,however1 prevention is better than cure2 and if the ,camellias are properly syringed every evening during summer1 and once or twice a week during winter1 they will never be subject to the ravages of mildew or of red spider4 ,tie up any of the flowers that are expanded to stakes1 in case of accident2 and1 in syringing1 observe not to let any water fall on the flowers1 as it causes premature decay1 and change of colour4 ,the mildew first appears like small particles of very fine flour1 around the under edge of the leaves1 and visible to the naked eye2 so that1 syringing1 sponging1 c4 under the leaf is most requisite2 but1 as the mildew extends1 both sides of the leaves are covered with these white particles4 ,,of ,,oranges1 ,,lemons1 c4 ,as there will perhaps be more leisure in the ,green-house this month than in any other during the winter1 it is presumed that there will not be a moment lost4 ,if any of the trees are infested with insects1 these1 being now in their inactive state1 may be more easily destroyed than at any other time4 ,it is the brown scaly insect that generally infests them4 ,for treatment1 see ,hothouse1 ,january4 ,the plant1 or tree1 after being washed1 before it becomes dry1 will require to be syringed with water1 otherwise the dust will adhere to the glutinous particles of the soap4 ,set the plant in an airy situation to dry1 in case of damp4 ,there are several others subject to this insect1 such as ,myrtles1 ,oleas1 ,oleanders1 c4 which treat in the same manner4 ,be careful that these trees are not over watered2 if the soil is moist1 it is sufficient4 ,,of ,,cape ,,bulbs1 c4 ,if there are any out of the ground1 it is time that the whole were potted1 such as ,lachenlia1 ,wachendrfia1 ,ecomis1 ,ixia1 ,gladolus1 with several others4 ,keep them in the shade until they begin to grow2 then put them on shelves near the light4 ,those that are growing must be kept in front of the house1 to prevent them being weak4 ,wachendrfia has a beautiful large red tuber root2 and1 as the new root descends1 give it a pot about six or seven inches4 ,,of ,,hyacinths ,,and ,,other ,,bulbous ,,roots4 ,all these roots must be carefully examined4 ,in case slugs or snails are preying upon the embryo of the flower1 some of those that are farthest advanced1 may be put for a few weeks in the ,hot-house4 ,it will greatly accelerate their flowering1 but they must be brought out again before the florets expand1 and carefully tied up1 leaving room for the increase and extension of the flower stem4 ,give them plenty of water1 and if saucers can be placed under them to retain it1 it will be of advantage4 ,change the water every week on those that are in glasses1 and keep all the growing bulbs near the light4 ,narcissus1 ,jonquils1 c4 may be similarly treated4 ,flower ,garden4 ,,january4 ,if the covering of the beds of choice bulbs1 herbaceous plants1 or tender shrubs1 has been neglected last month1 let it be done forthwith4 ,the season is now precarious1 and delays are dangerous4 ,for particular directions1 see ,december4 ,any bulbous roots that have been kept out of the ground1 should be planted immediately1 according to directions in ,october4 ,some writers have recommended keeping some of the bulbs until this month1 in order to have a continued succession4 ,experience will prove the inefficacy of the plan1 and will satisfactorily show that the difference is almost imperceptible1 while the flowers are very inferior and much degenerated2 and in place of having a long continued succession of bloom1 there appear1 along with your finest specimens1 very imperfect flowers1 calculated to discourage the admirers of these gaudy decoratives of our flower gardens4 ,whereas every art employed should be to the advancement and perfection of nature4 ,,of ,,framing1 c4 ,the plants and roots that are in frames1 should be protected with straw mats1 and the frame surrounded with litter1 or leaves1 or what is more advisable1 banked with earth--the former being a harbour for mice and other vermin4 ,for full directions1 see ,december4 ,under this head the plants1 such as ,auriculas1 ,polyanthus1 ,daisies1 ,carnations1 ,pinks1 ,gentianellas1 ,campanula pyramidalis1 ,double rocket1 ,double stock1 or ,stockgillys1 ,double ,wall-flower1 ,anemone1 ,ranunculus1 c4 as previously enumerated as frame plants1 will require very little water1 and be sure to give none while they are in a frozen state4 ,if snow should cover them1 the plants will keep in a fine state under it1 so never remove snow from covering cold frames1 even suppose it should lay for months1--nature will operate here herself4 ,all the above plants except ,anemone and ,ranunculus are kept in perfection in the ,green-house2 but where neither this nor framing can be obtained1 they will1 in most winters1 keep tolerably1 if well covered with litter--the roughest from the stable1 straw or hay1 or such like1 using means to secure it from being blown over the whole garden4 ,,of ,,pruning ,,and ,,preparing ,,for ,,spring4 ,it is not advisable to carry on a general pruning in this month1 in whatever state the weather may be4 ,the severest frosts generally are yet to come1 and too frequently in this operation1 what is done now has to be repeated on the opening of spring1 causing at that time work to a disadvantage2 because1 if pruning1 when done just now1 is accomplished judiciously1 whatever more on the same bush is requisite to be done in spring1 from the effects of frost1 will be injudicious4 ,hence it is far preferable to delay it until the frost is over1 when all can be done to advantage4 ,there are1 undoubtedly1 some shrubs that may be pruned any time1 from the end of ,november to the first of ,march1 such as ,hibscus syracus 7,althea71 and all its varieties1 except the ,double ,white1 which is in some instances entirely killed by our severe winter1 and certainly1 for precaution1 would be the better of some simple protection4 ,in many seasons1 the beginning of this month is open1 and admits of the operation of digging1 which if it is not all done as advised last month1 ought not to be delayed4 ,the fruits of it will appear in the mellowed state of your soil in spring4 ,if there is any spare time1 straight sticks or stakes may be prepared for summer4 ,tie them up in neat bundles1 which will be of great service during the hurried period of the year4 ,an opportunity of this kind should always be laid hold of2 the beneficial results will in season be displayed4 ,,rooms4 ,,january4 ,plants that are kept in rooms generally are such as require a medium temperature1 say #dj4 ,sitting rooms or parlours1 about this season1 are1 for the most part1 heated from #ee to #fe1 and very seldom has the air any admittance into these apartments1 thus keeping the temperature from #ae to #be higher than the nature of the plants requires1 and excluding that fresh air which is requisite to support a forced vegetative principle4 ,therefore1 as far as practicable1 let the plants be kept in a room adjoining to one where there is fire heat1 and the intervening door can be opened when desirable4 ,they will admit sometimes of being as low as #cc4 ,if they be constantly kept where there is fire1 let the window be opened some inches2 two or three time a day1 for a few minutes1 thereby making the air of the apartment more congenial1 both for animal and vegetable nature4 ,,watering1 c4 ,there are very few plants killed for want of water1 during winter4 ,all that is necessary is merely to keep the soil in a moist state1 that is1 do not let it get so dry that you can divide the particles of earth1 nor so wet that they could be beat to clay4 ,the frequency of watering can be best regulated by the person doing it1 as it depends entirely upon the size of the pot or jar in proportion to the plant1 whether it is too little or too large1 and the situation it stands in1 whether moist or arid4 ,never allow any quantity of water to stand in the flats or saucers4 ,this is too frequently practised with plants in general4 ,such as ,clla thipica1 or ,african ,lily1 will do well1 as water is its element1 7like ,sagittria in this country27 and the ,hydrngea hortnsis1 when in a growing state1 will do admirably under such treatment4 ,many plants may do well for some time1 but it being so contrary to their nature1 causes premature decay2 a foetid stagnation takes place at the root1 the foliage becomes yellow1 and the plant stunted2 and in the winter season1 death will ensue4 ,,of ,,camellia ,,japonica4 ,in rooms the buds of ,camellias will be well swelled1 and on the ,double ,white and ,double ,variegated sorts1 perhaps they will be full blown4 ,while in that state the temperature should not be below #cd2 if lower they will not expand so well1 and the expanded petals will soon become yellow and decay4 ,if they are where there is fire heat1 they must have plenty of air admitted to them every favourable opportunity1 or the consequence will be1 that all the buds will turn dark brown1 and fall off4 ,it is generally the case1 in the treatment of these beautiful plants in rooms1 that through too much intended care they are entirely destroyed4 ,in the city1 they do not agree with confined air1 and they cannot get too much of pure air1 if they are kept from frost or cutting winds4 ,to sponge frequently will greatly promote the health of the plants1 and add to the beauty of their foliage1 as it prevents the attacks of mildew4 ,in this season they do not require much water at root1 which may be observed in the slight absorption by the soil4 ,see this subject under the head of ,watering4 ,when the flowers are expanded1 and droop1 tie them up neatly1 so that the flower may be shown to every advantage4 ,,of ,,insects1 c4 ,insects of various kinds will be appearing on your plants4 ,for method of destruction see ,hot-house1 ,january4 ,it will not be agreeable to fumigate the room or rooms1 or even to have the smell of tobacco near the house from this cause4 ,many ingredients have been compounded1 and prescriptions recommended1 for the destruction of these nefarious pests4 ,many of them are altogether ineffectual4 ,of receipts specified in works of this kind1 not a few of them 7though eagerly sought for7 by men of extensive practice1 have been rejected4 ,we shall give the most simple1 and in part effective receipt for the destruction of the ,green fly4 ,take a large tub of soft water1 7if the day is frosty1 it had better be done in the house17 invert the plant1 holding the hand1 or tying a piece of cloth1 or any thing of the kind1 over the soil in the pot1 put all the branches in the water1 keeping the pot in the hand1 drawing it to and fro a few times2 take it out1 and shake it4 ,if any insects remain1 take a small fine brush1 and brush them off1 giving another dip1 which will clean them for the present4 ,as soon as they appear again1 repeat the process--for nothing that we have found out1 or heard of1 can totally extirpate them4 ,,of ,,bulbous ,,roots ,,in ,,general4 ,if you have retained any of the ,cape bulbs from the last planting1 let them be put in1 in the early part of the month4 ,for method1 see ,september4 ,those that are growing must be kept very near the light1 that is1 close to the window1 or they will not flourish to your satisfaction4 ,the fall-flowering oxalis may be kept on the stage1 or any other place1 to give room to those that are to flower4 ,hyacinths1 ,jonquils1 ,narcissus1 ,tulips1 c4 will keep very well in a room where fire heat is constantly kept1 providing that they are close to the window4 ,a succession of these1 as before observed1 may beautify the drawing room from ,february to ,april1 by having a reserved stock1 in a cold situation1 and taking a few of them every week into the warmest apartment4 ,wherever any of the bulbs are growing1 and in the interior of the room1 remove them close to the light1 observing to turn the pots or glasses frequently to prevent them from growing to one side1 and giving them support as soon as the stems droop1 or the head becomes pendant4 ,the saucers under the ,hyacinth and ,narcissus especially may stand with water1 and observe to change the water in the glasses1 as already mentioned4 ,every one that has any taste or refinement in their floral undertakings1 will delight in seeing the plants in perfection2 to have them so1 they must be divested of every leaf that has the appearance of decaying--let this always be attended to4 ,hot-,house4 ,,february4 ,in the early part of this month the weather generally is very cold and changeable in the middle states1 and strict attention1 with the greatest caution1 will require to be paid to the management of the ,hot-house4 ,most of the tropical plants commence an active state of vegetation2 and if checked by temperature or otherwise1 they will not recover until midsummer4 ,the thermometer may be kept two or three degrees higher with fire heat than last month2 the sun will be more powerful1 and this will1 in a great degree1 increase the vigour of the plants4 ,air may be admitted when the thermometer rises to #ge or #hj1 not allowing it to rise higher than the latter4 ,in giving air1 let it be done by the top sashes4 ,it is improper to give it in any way to cause a current1 for the external air is very cold1 although the sun is more powerful4 ,an inch or two on a few of the sashes1 as has been previously observed1 will be effectual in keeping the temperature low enough1 except the weather is very mild4 ,with regard to firing1 what was said last month may suffice for this4 ,always recollect that it is preferable to keep out the cold than to put it out4 ,it will frequently happen in the time of intense frost1 that the weather is dull4 ,in such cases fire in a small degree is requisite all day4 ,heavy snows ought never to be allowed to remain on the shutters while they are on the house4 ,if the snow lies on the sashes one day1 the internal heat will dissolve some of it2 night coming on will freeze it to the wood work1 when it will become a solid mass1 and too frequently cannot be separated without much damage4 ,if allowed to remain on for two days1 the plants are very much weakened1 and the foliage discoloured4 ,therefore let the snow be cleared off instantly1 that no inconvenience may take place4 ,it will be observed that plants absorb more water this month than last4 ,the quantity given will require to be increased1 according to the increase of vegetation and the advancement of the season2 but never give it until the soil begins to get dry1 and then in such proportion as will reach the bottom of the pot4 ,after the sun has got on the house in the morning is the best time to water1 observing all the directions given in ,january4 ,,of ,,insects1 c4 ,perhaps sufficient observations were given under this head last month2 but the importance of keeping these disagreeable visitors out of the house1 constrains us to make a few more remarks1 and perhaps it may be necessary every month4 ,man cannot be too frequently guarded against his foes1 more especially when they are summoning all their forces1 and no profession has more than that of the ,horticulturist4 ,let a strict examination be made about the end of the month for the ,red spider2 they will be in operation some weeks before their depredations are observed on the foliage4 ,the under side of the leaf is their resort in the first instance1 and on such plants as have been already mentioned4 ,observe daily the young shoots1 in case the ,green fly becomes numerous4 ,they give the foliage a very disagreeable appearance1 and with most people it is intolerable1 before their career is arrested4 ,it also takes a stronger fumigation1 which has frequently to be repeated the following day to the same degree1 much to the injury of many of the plants1 and adding to the disagreeableness of the continued vapour in the house4 ,,of ,,shifting ,,plants4 ,the ,calceolrias that were put in small pots about the beginning or middle of last month1 will1 if they have done well1 require1 about the end of this1 to be put in pots a size larger4 ,if any of ,lilum longiflrum1 ,specisum1 or ,japnicum1 are wanted to flower early1 and were put in the ,hot-house in ,december1 without dividing1 those that are to flower will have pushed their flower stems1 and can be separated from those that will not flower1 and put singly into pots2 the two former into five or six inch pots1 while the latter require six or seven inch pots4 ,of those that do not flower1 three or four can be put into one pot4 ,about the end of the month1 some of the plants of ,eurcma1 ,ammum1 ,kmpfria1 ,glbba1 ,phrynium1 ,cnna1 ,zngiber1 ,hedychium1 and others that are on the dry shelf1 will be offering to grow4 ,let them be taken out of their pots1 some of their weakest shoots or tubers taken off1 and the strong ones repotted3 give gentle waterings until they grow freely1 then give an abundance4 ,diona mucpula1 or ,venus fly trap1 grows best in the ,hot-house1 and will1 about the end of the month1 stand in need of being repotted4 ,this plant is very seldom grown in any degree of perfection1 having been always considered a delicate plant in collections4 ,the operator has never had courage to treat it according to its nature in a cultivated state4 ,if it is taken out of the pot1 just when beginning to grow afresh1 and divested of all the soil1 leaving only a few of the young roots1 7it is a bulb1 and will receive no injury by so doing17 put it in new soil2 when potted1 place the pot in a saucer with one inch of water in it1 giving always a fresh supply1 when necessary4 ,a shady and moist situation is best adapted to it2 this being repeated every year1 it will grow1 flower1 and seed in perfection4 ,gesnrias1 if in small pots1 give larger as they advance in growth4 ,this genus requires to be well attended to make them flower well4 ,g4 bulbsa ought to have a situation in every ,hot-house4 ,it is remarkable for its many brilliant crimson flowers1 and continues in flower for a length of time4 ,when the bulb begins to push1 shake it out of the earth1 putting it into a small pot2 and1 as soon as the roots reach the side of the earth1 which will be in about one month1 put it in a larger pot1 and continue to do so until flowering1 which will be about the first of ,june1 observing always to keep the ball of earth entire4 ,glorisas must be repotted in the beginning of this month4 ,etymologists have said that this genus is named from the glorious appearance of its flowers4 ,g4 suprba is the most beautiful and curious4 ,the roots ought to be planted one and a half inch deep1 taking care not to break them2 if there is a bark bed1 place the pots in it4 ,do not water much until they begin to grow4 ,where there is no bark bed1 put the pots into others three inches larger1 filling all round with sand1 and place them in the warmest part of the house4 ,keep the sand moist1 which will assist to keep the soil in a moist state4 ,the earth must not have much water4 ,as the plants grow1 they will require a more liberal supply2 yet it is necessary1 at all times1 to be moderate in giving it4 ,if well treated1 the superb flowers will appear in ,june or ,july4 ,,of ,,cleansing ,,plants1 ,,house1 c4 ,with regard to cleaning the plants4 ,sprinkling1 or syringing1 is at all times1 to a greater or less degree1 necessary4 ,the plants will1 in this compartment1 be in their first stage of growth1 and1 if dust or foulness be permitted to lodge on their foliage1 the pores will be obstructed1 the plants will become unhealthy1 and the growth of insects increased4 ,let all moss1 litter1 decayed leaves1 or weeds1 be cleared out of the house1 the earth in the pots stirred up with a round pointed stick1 and fresh earth given where required1 that the air may operate therein freely4 ,the house ought always to be sprinkled before being swept1 to prevent the dust rising4 ,attend to the bulbous roots as directed last month1 such as ,hyacinths1 ,narcissus1 c4 ,green-,house4 ,,february4 ,the directions given last month respecting the airing and temperature of the house1 may still be followed1 differing only in admitting air more freely as the season advances1 and according to the power the sun has on the glass1 which now begins to be considerable4 ,if the weather is tolerably mild1 air may be admitted in time of sunshine1 so as to keep the mercury as low as #de1 but be cautious in cold1 cloudy1 frosty weather4 ,it is a practice with many in such weather to keep the shutters on the house night and day1 for the space of a week1 and sometimes more1 never entering it2 and1 when the weather has induced them to look in1 they find that the frost and damp have made many lifeless subjects2 whereas1 had the house and plants been attended to1 in taking off the shutters1 and giving a little fire when requisite1 all would have been in safety1 and many that cannot be replaced still in the collection4 ,when watering1 strictly adhere to the directions of last month1 except with ,geraniums1 and other soft wooded plants1 which require a little more water toward the end of the month4 ,if the days are mild and sunny about eight or nine o'clock in the morning1 all the plants would be benefited by a gentle syringing1 which retards the progress of insects1 and accelerates vegetation4 ,succulents1 such as ,cctus1 ,mesembrynthemum1 ,aloes1 ,furchras1 ,crssulas1 ,cotyldons1 c4 will very seldom need water1 at the same time keep them from getting as dry as powder4 ,,of ,,oranges1 ,,lemons1 c4 ,similar treatment to that recommended last month will do for this4 ,where the soil in the tubs or pots requires to be enriched1 take of bone dust or shavings1 and fresh sheep dung1 equal quantities2 put the mixture into a large tub or barrel1 until one third full2 and fill it up with water4 ,stir it well two or three times every day for a week1 then give each tree one good watering with the compound4 ,continue to mix up afresh1 and let it stand another week1 and so on until all the trees requiring it are watered4 ,this watering will greatly enrich the soil1 and invigorate the roots4 ,,of ,,cape ,,bulbs1 c4 ,the bulbs1 of ,ferrria undulata and ,f4 anthersa1 that were taken out of the pots in ,october1 will now require to be planted4 ,five inch pots will be large enough for good roots4 ,the grand criterion for planting bulbs is when there is a protuberant appearance about the bottom1 or root part of the bulb1 showing1 by a principle of nature1 the true time for transplanting4 ,when bulbous roots of any description appear above ground1 they ought to be placed in an airy situation4 ,they are very frequently placed under other plants1 by the inexperienced1 until they show their flowers1 and then brought to the light1 having weak flowers1 and comparatively of momentary existence4 ,hyacinths1 ,narcissus1 ,gladolus1 ,ixia1 c4 having flower stems1 ought to have support1 to prevent accident1 especially the two former2 keep them nigh the glass1 and water freely4 ,change the water regularly in the bulb glasses1 observing that their roots are never allowed to become matted with foetid water4 ,any of the above plants that are in flower1 might1 if desired1 be taken into the drawing room or parlour1 washing the pots clean1 and putting saucers under them1 keeping therein a little water4 ,twice a week the decayed ones can be taken out1 and supplanted with those that are coming into bloom4 ,,camellia ,,japonica ,will1 in this month1 show a profusion of flowers2 and1 where there is a variety1 they have truly a magnificent appearance4 ,from a good selection1 endless varieties1 by seed1 of exquisite beauty1 might be obtained by attention to the following rule4 ,the best to select for bearing seed are ,single white1 ,atoniana1 ,grandiflora1 ,waratah1 ,carnation ,waratah1 ,fulgens1 and1 in many instances1 the pistil1 or pistillum of ,variegata1 ,pompone1 ,poniflora1 and ,intermedia1 are perfect1 with several others4 ,when any of the above are newly expanded1 7,waratah is most perfect about one day before expansion17 take a fine camel hair pencil1 and put it gently on the farina or pollen1 which is a yellow substance on the anthers1 and1 when ripe1 appears in thousands of small particles4 ,take the finest double kinds1 then1 with this on the pencil1 rub lightly the stile of those intended to carry seed4 ,between the hours of ten and twelve in the forenoon1 is the most proper time for the operation2 the seed will be ripe in ,september or ,october1 which will be taken notice of1 and directions given4 ,for other particulars on cleaning and syringing1 see ,january under this head4 ,,of ,,shifting c4 ,the best time to repot ,camellias1 is just when they are done flowering1 which will be before they begin to grow4 ,there are1 though not frequently1 some flowers after the young foliage begins to appear1 and probably it would be better to discriminate the time by the buds offering to push1 which will answer to those that have no flowers1 as well as those that have4 ,the most general time in shifting ,camellias is in ,august and ,september1 indiscriminately with other plants2 and1 if then not very gently handled1 bad roots eventually are produced4 ,frequently very fine plants have been killed by probing1 and breaking the young fibrous roots1 thus causing mortification4 ,in the process1 do not1 by any means1 break1 or bruise any of the roots3 and do not give large pots1 with the idea of making them grow fast3 it acts on most plants diametrically opposite to what is intended4 ,a pot one or one and a half inches wider and deeper than the one they have been in previously1 is sufficient4 ,healthy plants under five feet will not require shifting oftener than once in two years2 from five feet upwards in three or four years1 according to the health of the plants4 ,this treatment1 in the opinion of some1 will appear not sufficient3 it will be found enough with a top-dressing every year to keep them in a healthy1 flowering condition1 the soil being according to our description4 ,on turning the plant out of the pot1 it may easily be observed if the soil has1 in any degree1 been congenial to it2 for if so1 the roots will be growing all round the ball2 if otherwise1 no roots will appear4 ,therefore1 with a blunt pointed stick1 probe away all the bad earth1 until you come to the roots2 then put the plant in the pot about one inch in diameter1 larger than the combined roots1 previously putting a few small pieces of broken pots1 or clean gravel1 to drain off the superabundant moisture1 and give light waterings1 as the roots in this case will grow but slowly4 ,top dress all that requires shifting1 probe out the soil down to the roots1 and by the side of the pot1 taking care not to break the fibres2 then fill up with fresh earth1 watering gently with a rose on the watering pot to settle it4 ,,of ,,cleaning1 c4 ,if any of the plants require cleaning1 either by fumigation or otherwise1 let it be done before the young foliage appears1 according to directions heretofore given4 ,likewise tie neatly all that require it1 clean and top dress those that will not be shifted1 having every plant and all in the ,green-house1 in perfect order1 before the throng of spring commences4 ,the weather will now admit1 in very fine mornings1 of the plants being syringed1 which may be done between half past seven and half past eight3 and the path or pavement should be washed out once a week1 which is a great improvement to the appearance of the whole interior4 ,in winter whenever any glass is broken it should be immediately mended4 ,broken glass in cold nights causes a very destructive current of air4 ,it should always be made water tight1 for if the drops fall into the pots upon the roots1 they will frequently prove fatal to the plants2 therefore care ought to be taken during rain to remove those that stand in any manner exposed4 ,flower ,garden4 ,,february4 ,where the borders and beds were dug in the fall1 and compost or a thin coating of well decayed manure given1 the advantage will now in part be experienced4 ,if the weather is open about the end of the month1 the pruning should be done with the utmost despatch2 that all may be prepared for a general dressing next month1 and let nothing be delayed which can now properly be accomplished1 under the idea that there is time enough4 ,,of ,,pruning1 c4 ,generally about the end of the month the very severe frosts are over2 and when none need be apprehended that would materially injure hardy shrubs1 they may freely be pruned of all dead branches1 and the points cut off such shoots as have been damaged by the winter4 ,most of shrubs require nothing more than to be pruned of straggling1 irregular1 and injured branches1 or of suckers that rise round the root1 observing that they do not intermingle with each other4 ,never trim them up in a formal manner4 ,regular shearing of shrubs and topiary work have been expelled as unworthy of a taste the least improved by reflections on the beauty1 simplicity1 and grandeur of nature4 ,in fact1 the pruning of deciduous hardy shrubs should be done in such a manner as not to be observable when the plants are covered with verdure4 ,it may frequently be observed in ,flower-gardens1 that roses and shrubs of every description are indiscriminately cut with the shears1 the ,amrphas and ,althas sharing the same fate4 ,robnias1 ,colteas1 ,cyticus1 ,rhs1 ,genstas1 with several of the ,viburnums1 and many others1 bear their flowers on the wood of last year1 and when thus sheared afford no gratification in flowering4 ,and those shrubs that thus flower on the shoots of last year are perhaps worse to keep in regular order1 than those to which the knife can be freely applied2 but good management while young will ensure handsome free flowering plants4 ,climbing shrubs1 and others that are trained against outbuildings1 walls1 or such as are sheltered thereby1 and not now in danger of suffering by frost1 may be pruned and dressed4 ,these should be neatly trimmed1 and the branches moderately thinned out1 tying in all the shoots straight and regular4 ,avoid at all times1 if possible1 the crossing of any shoots4 ,there is not a shrub in the garden that agrees so well with close cutting1 as the ,altha1 and all its varieties4 ,these can be made either bushes or trees1 and kept at any desired height4 ,where the wood of last year is cut to about two or three inches from the wood of the former year1 the young shoots of this year will produce the largest and finest flowers1 and likewise more profusely4 ,when they have attained the desired height1 let them be kept in the most natural and handsome shape that the taste of the operator can suggest4 ,they will bear cutting to any degree4 ,honeysuckles of every description may with all freedom be trimmed1 providing the frost is not very severe4 ,these are very frequently allowed to become too crowded with wood1 and then superficially sheared or cut4 ,the flowers would be much finer1 and the bush handsomer1 if they were regularly thinned out1 divesting them of all naked and superfluous shoots4 ,of those that remain1 shorten the shoots of last year4 ,where any of the honeysuckle kind has become naked at the bottom1 and flowering only at the top of the trellis1 or extremities of the shoots1 one half of the bush should be cut to within four inches of the ground4 ,it will throw out plenty of fine young wood1 which give room for1 and train them straight1 and to the full extent1 during summer4 ,these shoots will flower profusely the following season1 and in like manner1 when thought proper1 the other half can be cut4 ,roses of the hardy kinds 7termed garden roses7 that were not attended to in ,november1 should1 if the weather permit1 be dressed and pruned forthwith4 ,in small gardens1 where these are generally attached to the walls and fences1 neatness should be a very particular object4 ,if any of such bushes have got strong and irregular1 the most proper method to bring them to order1 will be to cut down each alternate shoot of the bush to within a few inches of the surface1 thereby renovating it1 and1 in part1 preserving the flowers4 ,those that are cut down will put out several luxuriant shoots1 which must be regularly tacked in1 spreading them in a fan shape4 ,these1 in another year1 will flower well1 when the others may go through the same operation4 ,thus1 in two or three years1 the bushes will have resumed a different1 and more agreeable aspect4 ,by the above treatment1 these ornaments of the garden will always have a neat and healthful appearance1 and the roses will be much finer4 ,where they are intended for the borders1 they should never be allowed to get too high4 ,in a border from four to six feet1 they ought never to exceed four feet at the back of the border1 and in front1 one foot1 after being pruned2 they can be kept down by the above method4 ,it is not advisable to cut down rose bushes all at once1 unless no regard is paid to flowering4 ,the roses that are in grass plats would have a superior appearance in every respect1 if they were kept and trimmed like small trees4 ,they may be of different sizes and heights1 according to the extent of the grass plat or clump4 ,a single stem may arise from six inches to six feet1 with a head in proportion to the height of the stem4 ,where it is necessary to have them above two feet1 and likewise to carry a good head1 inoculation must be resorted to1 which1 in the months of ,june and ,july1 will be fully treated of4 ,all under two feet 7except the weak growing kinds7 will do on their own stems1 taking care not to allow shoots to arise from the bottom during the summer4 ,for directions for pruning climbing roses1 see ,march and ,april4 ,,of ,,planting ,,shrubs1 c4 ,as soon as the frost is out of the ground1 these should be planted if the soil is not too wet4 ,where soil is binding1 upon no consideration plant in it while wet1 rather defer it until the end of ,march4 ,shrubs1 if they are well arranged1 are the chief ornament1 give the most pleasure1 and afford the greatest delight that we enjoy in our gardens4 ,although they give no sort of nourishment1 nor produce any edible fruits1 yet they are particularly grateful and conducive to our enjoyments4 ,our walks in summer would be oppressive1 but for their agreeable shade2 in the fall and winter1 we would be left exposed to the chilling winds1 but for the shelter they afford4 ,likewise they produce a great variety of flowers2 a varied foliage1 and are standing ornaments that give no great trouble4 ,in the character of screens they are particularly useful1 whether to hide disagreeable objects1 or as a guard against the weather2 and for either of these purposes1 they can be planted nearer to the house than large trees4 ,or1 if they are planted in masses at a distance1 they soon become agreeable objects1 frequently very much improve the scenery of the place1 become objects of utility as well as ornament1 and1 in such case1 afford the highest satisfaction4 ,when formed so as to exclude offices from the view of the house1 or for sheltering the latter1 or for connecting the house with the garden1 orchard1 or any similar purpose1 shrubs are both useful and interesting4 ,where many shrubs are to be planted1 the disposing of them properly is a matter of considerable importance to the future welfare of the whole2 and1 whether deciduous or evergreens be mixed or grouped1 that is1 indiscriminately planted together1 or the evergreens planted by themselves1 as is frequently done1 a regular and natural arrangement is indispensable for establishing ornament4 ,arranging1 no doubt1 depends very much on fancy2 still1 there ought always to be plenty of evergreens planted1 that the whole may be more cheerful in winter4 ,if shrubberies were made to a great extent1 the scenery would be much more varied and characteristic by grouping judiciously than by indiscriminately planting4 ,however1 in small flower gardens and shrubberies1 the latter has to be adopted4 ,in such places1 tall growing kinds should never be introduced1 unless merely as a screen from some disagreeable object1 for they crowd and confuse the whole4 ,the dwarf and more bushy sorts should be placed next to the walks1 or edges1 in order that they may conceal the naked stems of the others4 ,generally when shrubs are planted1 they are small2 therefore1 to have a good effect from the beginning1 they should be planted much thicker than they are intended to stand4 ,when they have grown a few years1 and interfere with each other1 they can be lifted1 and such as have died1 or become sickly1 replaced1 and the remainder can be planted in some other direction4 ,keep them always distinct1 one from another1 in order that they may be the better shown off4 ,but1 if it is not desired that they should be thicker planted than it is intended to let them remain1 the small growing kinds may be four or five feet apart2 the larger1 or taller sorts1 six or eight feet1 according to the condition of the soil4 ,thick masses of shrubbery1 called thickets1 are sometimes wanted4 ,in these there should be plenty of evergreens4 ,a mass of deciduous shrubs has no imposing effect during winter2 and1 as this is not the proper season for planting evergreens1 7,april and ,october being best17 small stakes can be placed in the destined spot4 ,planting in rows1 or in any plan of a formal character1 should at all times be avoided4 ,in planting at this season1 observe that the roots are not much exposed to the air1 especially if the wind be high and sharp2 but it is always better1 if possible1 to defer the business until good1 mild weather4 ,according to directions in ,november1 the ground will be well prepared1 and only requires a hole dug for the reception of the roots1 which must be considerably larger1 that the roots may not be in the least confined4 ,break the earth well at bottom1 put in as much as will receive the plant from one to two inches 7according to its size7 lower than it has previously been in the ,nursery4 ,if any of the roots are bruised or broken1 cut them off2 then place the plant in the centre of the hole1 breaking fine all the soil that is put in1 at the same time shaking the stem a little1 that the earth may mix with the roots when full up2 press all the soil down with the foot1 that it may1 in some degree1 consolidate about the roots1 and support the plant4 ,if it is tall1 or top heavy1 put in a good stake for a support1 and place a small1 bandage between the stake and stem of the plant1 shrub1 or tree1 where the tie is to be made1 to prevent the bark from suffering by friction4 ,observe always before planting1 if the soil is not suitable1 to supply that which is congenial to the nature of the intended plant4 ,when shrubs or trees are to be carried to any distance1 the roots should be carefully kept from air1 by tying damp moss1 straw1 or ,russia mats about them1 as circumstances will admit2 their success greatly depends on due attention being paid to this4 ,,of ,,hyacinths ,,and ,,other ,,bulbous ,,roots4 ,it sometimes occurs that ,hyacinths and other bulbous roots that were planted in the fall1 are thrown above ground by the frost4 ,this will take place if the soil is inclined to moisture1 and they not being deep enough planted4 ,if such is the case1 cover them with wood earth1 old decayed tan1 or soil1 whichever is most convenient2 if not done1 the sun and air overpower the bulbs1 and1 although the fibres have hold of the ground1 the flowers will be miserably weak4 ,hyacinth bulbs1 and many others of ,holland1 are very hardy4 ,even exposure to our severest frosts would not kill them1 but they would be much weakened4 ,,of ,,framing1 c4 ,where a frame or hotbed is wanted to grow some of the finest and more tender annuals1 it is time1 about the #bjth of the month1 to collect and prepare manure for the desired hotbed4 ,and1 as that operation1 in many instances1 is very imperfectly performed1 a few observations on the subject may be useful4 ,take three parts of fresh hot stable manure1 with one part of fresh oak leaves4 ,have a sufficient quantity to make the intended bed or beds from three to four feet high4 ,shake and mix up both together in a compact conical heap1 in order to encourage fermentation4 ,if the weather is cold and windy1 cover it with straw or leaves and boards1 which is necessary to produce the desired effect4 ,if fermentation soon takes place1 it will need to be thoroughly turned over in eight or ten days4 ,if any of it has become dry and musty from excessive heat1 as you proceed1 water the affected parts1 pile all up neatly1 and leave it protected in part as before4 ,in five or six days more1 it will have to be turned again1 repeating it until the first extreme heat has been over4 ,in neglect of this1 the heat1 after making up the bed1 will be vehement for a week or two1 frequently destroying the vegetative purity of the soil1 and proving destructive to the seeds4 ,allowing the manure to come to a lively heat1 having no unpleasant1 rancid smell1 proceed to mark off your intended bed1 running it east and west as nearly as possible1 measure your frame1 and allow the site of the bed eight inches each way larger than the frame3 at the corners place a stick or rod perpendicularly4 ,the ground ought to be higher than that around it1 to prevent water from getting into the bed1 which1 if low1 must be filled up2 or1 if supposed that water may lodge there1 a little ,brushwood might be put under the manure1 which would keep it from being inundated4 ,the manure must be built up square and level1 shaking1 mixing1 and beating it regularly with the back of the fork4 ,when you have it to the desired height1 7three feet will be sufficient for annuals17 leave the centre of the bed a little higher than the sides1 thus allowing it more to subside4 ,when finished1 put on the frame and sash or sashes1 keep them close until the heat arises1 covering them at night with mats and shutters4 ,as soon as you feel the heat increased1 give air by tilting the sashes a few inches to let off the steam and stagnated air1 observing to close in the afternoon1 and cover at night4 ,if the heat is violent1 about an inch of air might be left during the night4 ,in about three days1 if all has been properly attended to1 the bed will be what is termed sweet4 ,then put in about six inches of fine garden soil2 if heavy1 mix a little sand with it4 ,spread it level1 and1 when the soil is heated through1 sow in small drills from one eighth to an inch deep1 according to the size of the seeds4 ,some very small kinds do best when sown upon the surface4 ,when sown1 give gentle sprinklings of water until they come up1 when it will be necessary to give air to prevent them from being weak1 or damping off1 which many of them will do if they have not air regularly admitted4 ,when they begin to crowd1 thin them out1 to allow those that remain to grow strong4 ,it is better at all times to have one strong1 healthy plant1 than two weak and sickly objects4 ,,rooms4 ,,february4 ,at this season1 the plants call for the most assiduous attention4 ,if the stage has been made according to our description1 in very cold nights it should be drawn to the centre of the room1 or at least withdrawn from the window1 observing every night to close the window tight by shutters1 or some substitute equally as good4 ,and1 if the temperature begins to fall below #cd1 means should be adopted to prevent it1 either by putting a fire in the room1 or opening any adjoining apartment where fire is constantly kept4 ,this latter method is the best where it is practicable1 and ought to be studied to be made so4 ,some1 very injudiciously1 in extreme frosts put into the room1 where there is no chimney1 amongst the plants1 a furnace of charcoal1 in order to heat the room4 ,the effect is1 that the foliage becomes dark brown1 and hardened like1 and many of the plants die1 the rest not recovering until summer4 ,watering may be attended to according to the directions of ,january1 only observing that those that begin to grow will absorb a little more than those that are dormant4 ,roses1 especially the ,daily1 if kept in the house1 will begin to show flower buds4 ,use means to kill the ,green-fly that may attack them4 ,hyacinths and other bulbs must have regular attendance in tying up1 c4 ,take care not to tie them too tight1 leaving sufficiency of space for the stem to expand4 ,give those in the glasses their necessary supplies1 and keep them all near the light4 ,never keep bulbous roots while growing under the shade of any other plant4 ,camellias1 with all their varied beauties1 will1 in this month1 make a splendid show4 ,adhere to the directions given in the previous month1 and so that new varieties may be obtained1 7see ,green-house1 ,february1 under the head of ,camellia17 which directions are equally applicable here4 ,when the flowers are full blown1 and kept in a temperature between #cd and #dd1 they will be perfect for the space of four1 five1 and frequently six weeks1 and a good selection of healthy plants will continue to flower from ,december to ,april4 ,be sure that there is air admitted at all favourable opportunities4 ,give a little every day that there is sunshine1 if it is only for a few minutes4 ,hot-,house4 ,,march4 ,if this department has been regularly attended to1 the plants will be in a fresh healthy state4 ,where there is any sickly appearance1 heat has been deficient1 or insects of a destructive character are preying upon them4 ,too much water at the root frequently causes the foliage to become yellow4 ,it will add greatly to their general improvement1 to syringe the whole twice or three times a week1 observing to do it in the morning about sunrise2 and it is highly necessary that the water that is used should be of the same temperature as the house2 and at all times1 whatever water is given to the roots1 the same must be observed4 ,for airing1 see last month1 observing1 as the season advances1 to increase the quantity4 ,continue to fumigate when any of the ,green-fly appears1 7see ,january for directions17 and where there are any of the plants infected with the white scaly insect1 clean them as there directed4 ,if overlooked for a few months1 they will be increased tenfold4 ,very frequently1 where there are only a few1 they are neglected until the plant is overrun with them1 and then it may be said1 it is impossible to dislodge them entirely4 ,clear off all decayed leaves from the plants4 ,these will have made fresh shoots1 and the decayed leaves very much disfigure the whole collection4 ,we would not have repeated this observation1 if it was not an essential point1 and one which is so frequently neglected4 ,,of ,,shifting ,,plants4 ,those ,alstroemerias that are growing freely1 and in small pots1 should be put into pots of a larger size4 ,this genus of plants will not flower except they are encouraged with frequent shifting3 they are all beautiful4 ,green-,house4 ,,march4 ,the plants in this compartment will begin to assume a different aspect1 and air must be admitted every day if practicable1 giving large portions in sunshine by the sashes regularly over all the house1 opening those of the front a little1 and likewise the doors in fine mild days4 ,to perform this judiciously1 give a little about eight or nine o'clock1 more at ten1 and the whole from eleven till twelve o'clock1 shutting again by degrees4 ,fire heat will now be dispensed with1 but in frosty nights have the shutters on about sundown4 ,the sun is now powerful1 and the house can be early shut up in the afternoon1 and will gain as much natural heat as will keep up the required temperature1 viz4 #cf to #dj4 ,perhaps there may be uncommonly cold weather2 at such times be attentive to ward off danger by applying artificial heat4 ,,of ,,watering4 ,look over the pots and tubs at least every alternate day1 to see where water is wanted4 ,in watering1 too much caution cannot be used1 especially during winter and the commencement of spring4 ,it was observed last month what would be the effect of too much water4 ,it may be remarked1 that if the exterior of the pot is very damp1 the soil inside is too wet1 and in that state is uncongenial to vegetation1 which now begins to start1 and ought by all possible means to be encouraged4 ,people may be frequently observed watering all plants indiscriminately1 not taking the trouble to look into or feel the state of the soil in the pots or tubs1 and by going over them three or four times in this manner will be sufficient to put the plants in such a state1 that they will not be recruited for some months4 ,hence the reason of so many sickly plants4 ,camllias1 where there are collections1 will continue to flower4 ,treat them according to the directions given last month4 ,,of ,,oranges1 ,,lemons1 c4 ,be sure they are not too wet1 as too much humidity as well as aridity causes their foliage to have a yellow appearance1 with this difference1 that in the former case the foliage is the same to the touch as when green2 but in the latter1 it is soft and dry4 ,we have observed trees in tubs and half barrels1 with holes all round their sides4 ,this is a ludicrous idea1 having the appearance of keeping the water from reaching the bottom of the tub or barrel4 ,for the best kind of tub for large trees1 see ,august under this head4 ,if any of the trees have stunted1 straggling1 or irregular heads1 about the end of this month1 or beginning of next1 head or cut them down to the shape desired4 ,the old wood will push fresh shoots4 ,you may cut close1 or shorten less or more1 according as you desire young shoots to arise2 at the same time observe that you do not cut below the graft or inoculation4 ,trees thus headed down should be kept until ,may1 and then planted in the garden1 7see ,may17 or if that cannot be done1 turn it out1 and reduce the ball of earth by probing with a pointed stick all round the sides and bottom of the ball1 cutting off any very matted roots4 ,if any of the roots are decayed1 cut them into the sound wood4 ,by being thus reduced1 it will go into the same pot or tub if not a less one4 ,having a good supply of fresh earth ready1 put a few inches in the bottom of the pot or tub1 place the tree therein1 and fill all round1 at the same time pressing it down with the hand or a stick4 ,give very little water until there are signs of vegetation4 ,,myrtles1 ,,oleanders1 c4 ,these1 with similar exotics1 may be treated as above4 ,if any of them have been infected with the scaly insect1 after heading down1 c4 scrub the remaining stems with a strong decoction of tobacco1 heated to about #ajj4 ,afterwards clean with soap and water4 ,,geraniums4 ,these will be growing freely4 ,keep them in airy situations1 so that they may not grow too weak1 and flower imperfect4 ,to flower these plants strong1 and of good colour1 they must not be too crowded together1 neither far from the light1 and have plenty of air admitted to them1 when the weather is favourable4 ,keep them free from the ,green-fly by fumigating frequently4 ,,herbaceous ,,plants4 ,plants of this character will1 by the first of the month1 begin to grow4 ,the best time to divide and fresh pot them is when the young shoots are about one inch above ground4 ,see under the head ,shifting in this month4 ,,of ,,cape ,,bulbs1 c4 ,cape ,bulbs1 such as ,lachenlias1 ,oxalis1 ,ixias1 ,gladolus1 ,watsnias1 ,babinas1 c4 will in many of the species be showing flower4 ,keep all of them near the glass1 to prevent them from being weak and unsightly4 ,hyacinths1 ,tulips1 ,narcissus1 c4 ,those that have been kept in the ,green-house during winter will be in great perfection4 ,have all the flower stems tied up neatly to small stakes1 7which1 if painted green1 will look much better17 and keep them from the direct rays of the sun4 ,in the front of the house perhaps will be the best situation4 ,they must be freely watered while in flower4 ,where there is convenience1 it will be essential to keep the pots in saucers containing water2 it will strengthen both stems and flowers1 and likewise preserve them longer in perfection4 ,those that are blooming should be put aside1 and watered sparingly1 until the foliage begins to decay1 when the pots may be laid on their side to ripen the bulbs4 ,,repotting4 ,if you have any of the following plants that you are desirous of encouraging1 they should be repotted this or next month at the latest4 ,large plants will not require it1 if they were done in ,august4 ,pots one size larger than those that they are in1 are sufficient4 ,acacias and ,mimsas being now united into one genus1 there are above two hundred species4 ,about one hundred and thirty belong to the ,green-house4 ,amongst such a beautiful family1 both for elegance of flower and beauty of foliage1 it will be difficult to specify the most handsome and desirable for this department4 ,a4 mllis1 ,a4 glaucscens1 ,a4 verticilta1 ,a4 florabnda1 ,a4 diffsa1 ,a4 armta1 ,a4 vernicifla1 ,a4 decrrens1 ,a4 armta--weeping variety1 ,a4 pbescens1 ,a4 leucolbia1 ,a4 decpiens1 ,a4 fragrns1 ,a4 pulchlla1 ,a4 lophntha1 ,a4 myrtiflia1 c4 ,these will afford a great variety of foliage1 and are very desirable1 flowering principally in winter1 or early in spring4 ,the flowers of those belonging to the ,green-house are of a yellow or straw colour2 the most of those that are red or purple1 with the celebrated medicinal species1 belong to the ,hot-house1 for which see ,may4 ,there are some of the species very subject to the white scaly insect1 which must be attended to1 that they may not get to any extent4 ,agapnthus1 three species4 ,they are all blue flowers4 ,a4 umbelltus is very celebrated1 and well known in the collections of the country4 ,there is a variegated variety of it highly desirable1 the foliage being white striped1 and frequently the flower stem and the flower are as good as the species4 ,they have very strong roots1 and require plenty of freedom4 ,plants are always large before they flower1 and when the pots1 by frequent shifting1 become inconvenient1 the plant should be divested of all the earth1 and1 if too large1 divide it1 cutting off the strongest of the fibres2 then they will admit of being put into smaller pots4 ,if the above operation is performed in ,august or ,september1 it will not retard their flowering1 which1 when well grown1 is very handsome1 the flower stem arising about three feet1 and crowned with twenty or thirty brilliant blue blossoms1 continuing to bloom successively4 ,alonsas1 five species1 all soft wooded1 small1 shrubby plants1 with scarlet flowers4 ,a4 incisiflia is known amongst us under the name of ,hemmeris urticiflia1 and ,a4 lineris as ,h4 lineris4 ,if well treated1 they form very handsome plants1 and flower freely4 ,they will not bear strong fumigation2 and1 when the house is under that operation1 they must be put on the floor of the ,green-house1 where they will not be so much affected4 ,they flower from ,may to ,august4 ,acuba japnica is the only species4 ,the flowers are small and almost insignificant1 colour purple2 but the foliage is a desirable object1 being yellow spotted1 or blotched4 ,it is tolerably hardy1 and withstands our winters4 ,it prefers shade1 and1 if the situation was such when planted out1 it would grow more freely4 ,the hot rays of the sun are very prejudicial to its growth4 ,it is an evergreen shrub1 and very desirable4 ,anagyris1 three species1 evergreen1 pea flowered shrubs1 flowers yellow1 nothing very attractive in either of the species4 ,a4 foetida is found in many collections1 and we have no doubt but it may prove1 in this country1 a hardy shrub4 ,azleas1 seven of the ,china species1 which are those we shall enumerate here4 ,the one that has been longest known in the collections of this country is ,a4 ndica1 a most splendid shrub1 with scarlet cup flowers and dark spots4 ,a4 ndica lba1 flowers of the purest white1 and rather larger than the former4 ,a4 ndica purprea pleno1 double purple4 ,this variety is not so fine as any of the others4 ,properly it is not purple1 or1 if it may be termed so1 the colour is very light2 the flower irregular4 ,a4 ndica phoencea is magnificent4 ,the colour is darker1 and the flower larger than ,a4 ndica1 and a free grower4 ,a4 sinnse1 flowers large1 yellow4 ,the wood is much stronger than any of those previously mentioned4 ,it bears a very high character in ,europe4 ,it has not yet flowered in our collection1 but appears as if it would in the ensuing season 7#ahcb74 ,all the above ought to have a situation in every ,green-house4 ,they flower from ,march until ,may4 ,there are two other varieties which have not come under our observation4 ,do not shift or repot them1 if they are in flower1 until the flowering is over4 ,the pots must be well drained2 and the plants require a shaded situation4 ,if they are properly treated1 they will be completely covered with their showy flowers every year4 ,atus1 two species1 both fine leguminose plants4 ,a4 villsa1 is a native of ,van ,dieman's ,land2 and ,a4 virgta1 is from ,new ,holland4 ,the former is preferable4 ,both have yellow flowers1 and are small evergreen shrubs4 ,andersnia sprengeliodes1 is the only species1 and closely allied to ,epcris1 flowers small1 and of a pale yellow colour4 ,drain the pots well2 flowers from ,march to ,august4 ,arbutus1 eight exotic species1 and six varieties4 ,they are generally hardy in ,england2 but we question if they stand out in the middle states4 ,a4 undo rbra has the finest crimson flowers2 ,a4 serratiflia1 the largest panicles2 and ,a4 ,andrchne1 the finest foliage4 ,they flower in nodding panicles2 the flowers are principally white1 tinged with green1 and wax-like4 ,they bear a pretty fruit similar to a strawberry2 hence it is called strawberry tree1 and the fruit will remain on the bush a long time4 ,they are very fine evergreens1 and if any of them become acclimated1 they will be a great acquisition to our gardens4 ,bnksias4 ,there are about thirty-two species1 all curious in flower1 and handsome and various in foliage2 flowers in large heads and cone-shaped anthers1 mostly green1 and continue a considerable time in flower2 produces a cone in shape of a pine1 but not imbricate4 ,the substance is as hard as bone1 and contains many seeds4 ,a cone of ,b4 grndis in our possession weighs one pound twelve ounces1 and contains about #ajg seeds4 ,those most admired for the foliage are ,b4 dentata1 ,b4 mula1 ,b4 serrta1 ,b4 latiflia1 ,b4 grndis1 which is the largest4 ,b4 specisa has the longest foliage4 ,b4 ,cunninghmii1 ,b4 spinulsa1 ,b4 palludsa1 and ,b4 rpens1 these will afford a good variety4 ,b4 verticillta is entirely different in appearance from the others4 ,they should be well drained1 and placed in an airy part of the ,green-house4 ,great care should be taken that they do not get too dry1 for they seldom recover if allowed to flag for want of water4 ,this genus is named in honour of ,sir ,joseph ,banks1 a distinguished promoter of the study of natural history4 ,bignnias4 ,those of this genus belonging to the ,green-house have been divided to ,tecma1 and there are only three for this department4 ,t4 austrlis known as ,b4 ,pandr2 ,t4 grandiflra1 known as ,b4 grandiflra1 and has large and magnificent clusters of orange-coloured flowers1 flowering from ,may to ,october4 ,tecma capnsis is a very pretty climbing shrub1 a free grower1 and flowers abundantly2 flowers in dense panicles1 colour orange and red1 continues for several weeks in succession from ,april to ,august1 greatly esteemed in ,europe where it is known2 being now in a few of our collections1 will soon be generally admired4 ,bltia hyacinthna is the only species belonging to the ,green-house1 once known as ,cymbdium hyacinthnum4 ,it is herbaceous1 and when it begins to grow divide the root1 putting the best into five inch pots4 ,the spike of flowers are hyacinth-like1 and of a beautiful purple1 flowering from ,april to ,july4 ,bornia is a beautiful genus of ,new ,holland plants1 contains about nine species2 most of them have been universally admired2 the flowers are star-like1 and rose-coloured1 and some of them sweet-scented4 ,b4 pinnta grows and flowers freely4 ,b4 serrulta1 foliage serrated and very crowded1 bearing the flowers on the extremity of the shoot4 ,b4 alta has a fine appearance1 and grows handsomely4 ,the foliage is winged and pinnate1 of a hardy nature1 and easy culture1 flowers freely4 ,they are in flower about ,april and ,may1 and continue a considerable time2 are subject to mildew if not frequently syringed2 drain the pots well4 ,bouvrdias1 two species4 ,b4 triphylla is well known amongst us1 has brilliant scarlet flowers1 and when well grown1 will flower beautifully from ,may till ,september4 ,to keep the plants1 they should be frequently renewed2 otherwise they are liable to grow straggling1 and become subject to the small white scaly insect4 ,b4 ,jacqun we suspect has got confounded with the former1 being very little different1 except the foliage1 which is more pointed4 ,they flower from the young wood1 and often throw their foliage in winter4 ,brachysmas1 two species1 both evergreen climbers4 ,b4 latiflium has the best foliage1 and large purple leguminose flowers4 ,b4 undultum1 flowers yellow1 and more plentiful than the former1 continuing in long successions4 ,the pots require to be well drained2 very few plants of either in the country4 ,burchllias1 two species4 ,b4 capnsis is a beautiful dwarf evergreen shrub1 with tubular scarlet flowers in large terminate clusters2 when well treated1 grows and flowers freely1 and highly deserving of attention4 ,b4 parviflra differs from the above in the flowers being smaller and paler1 and the foliage more pointed4 ,beaufrtias1 only two species4 ,b4 decussta is splendid2 the flowers come out of the wood with stamens in fine parcels1 colour bright scarlet1 foliage decussate1 oval1 and many-nerved1 bloom persistent1 and much esteemed4 ,b4 sprsa1 in flower similar to the other1 colour light pink1 foliage scattered1 both easy of culture1 and flower abundantly4 ,brnias1 about ten species1 have heath-like foliage1 very fine1 generally1 on close observation1 found to be three cornered4 ,the flowers are white and globular1 the plants when young are very handsome2 the finest are ,b4 nodiflra1 ,b4 lanuginsa1 ,b4 comsa1 ,b4 abrotanodes1 and ,b4 formsa4 ,they require an airy situation1 and in summer to be protected from the powerful rays of the sun4 ,drain the pots well4 ,bsea yervamra1 ,golden rod tree1 leaves large1 alternate1 ovate1 acute1 with purple veins and nerves1 flowers brown1 in axillary dense panicles1 grows strong and freely4 ,bckias1 above twelve species1 of heath-like appearance1 and except for variety1 are not otherwise desirable4 ,b4 camphorta is camphor-scented2 ,b4 pulchlla is very neat2 and ,b4 virgta flowers freely4 ,pots should be well drained4 ,the flowers of all the genus are white4 ,billardiras1 about five species1 are desirable as climbers1 being of rapid growth1 and abundant in flower4 ,b4 longiflra1 fruits freely1 and has fine blue berries which look handsome4 ,b4 mutbilis is changeable from purple to scarlet4 ,the fruit of ,b4 scndens is covered with down1 flowers straw coloured4 ,b4 fusifrmis differs in colour from the others1 the flowers being blue4 ,they require to be well drained4 ,calceolrias1 about fourteen species1 besides many hybrid varieties4 ,c4 angustiflia1 and ,c4 integriflia are the best of the shrubby species4 ,c4 plantagnea1 ,c4 corymbsa1 ,c4 purprea1 and ,c4 hopina1 and of the hybrid varieties1 ,c4 micns and ,c4 hybrda are very fine2 but we understand they are numerous1 and some of them very splendid4 ,to grow any of these properly1 they should be divided a few weeks after they begin to grow2 put them in small pots at first1 and enlarge them gradually4 ,where there is a hot-house1 after dividing them1 it will greatly promote their growth to keep them in it a few weeks near the glass1 until the weather gets mild1 when they may be removed to the ,green-house4 ,the flowers are principally yellow4 ,c4 ,fothergllii1 purprea1 and archnoidea are purple2 the hybrids are spotted with red and brown1 and some of them streaked many colours4 ,they continue a long time in flower4 ,calothmnus1 four species4 ,this genus is named in allusion to the splendid appearance of the branches1 covered with scarlet flowers of curious construction1 which come out of the old wood4 ,all the species are of easy culture1 and very like dwarf pines4 ,c4 quadrffida has the largest flowers2 ,c4 clavta the most abundant4 ,they are all evergreens1 and flower from ,april to ,november4 ,camllias4 ,there are about nine species1 celebrated over the known world as furnishing the domestic drug called tea1 in universal use1 besides many flowering trees and shrubs as universally admired4 ,oil may be expressed from the seeds of all the species1 and used as that of hemp and poppy in cookery4 ,c4 vridis and ,c4 boha are said to be the species which supply the tea4 ,some have asserted that there is only one shrub used1 but by examination it may be easily perceived that there are leaves of various shape and texture1 some of them similar to ,c4 sasanqua4 ,dr4 ,abel gives an explicit detail of the growing and manufacturing process of tea1 from which1 in compliment to our fair patrons1 we give a few extracts3 ,the tea districts of ,china extend from the twenty-seventh to the thirty-first degree of north latitude4 ,it seems to succeed best on the sides of mountains4 ,the soils from which ,i collected the best specimens consisted chiefly of sand-stone1 schistus1 or granite4 ,the plants are raised from seeds sown where they are to remain4 ,three or more are dropped into a hole four or five inches deep2 these come up without further trouble1 and require little culture1 except that of removing weeds1 till the plants are three years old4 ,the more careful stir the soil1 and some manure it1 but the latter practice is seldom adopted4 ,the third year the leaves are gathered1 at three successive gatherings1 in ,february1 ,april and ,june1 and so on until the bushes become stunted or slow in their growth1 which generally happens in from six to ten years4 ,they are then cut in to encourage the production of fresh roots4 ,the gathering of the leaves is performed with care and selection4 ,the leaves are plucked off one by one3 at the first gathering only the unexpanded and tender are taken2 at the second those that are full grown2 and at the third the coarsest4 ,the first forms what is called in ,europe imperial tea2 but as to the other names by which tea is known1 the ,chinese know nothing2 and the compounds and names are supposed to be made and given by the merchants at ,canton1 who1 from the great number of varieties brought to them1 have an ample opportunity of doing so4 ,formerly it was thought that green tea was gathered exclusively from ,c4 vridis2 but that is now doubtful1 though it is certain that there is what is called the green tea district and black tea district2 and the varieties grown in the one district differ from those of the other4 ,i was told by competent persons that either of the two plants will afford the black or green tea of the shops1 but that the broad thin-leaved plant 7,c4 vridis7 is preferred for making the green tea4 ,the tea leaves being gathered1 are cured in houses which contain from five to twenty small furnaces1 about three feet high each1 having at top a large flat iron pan4 ,there is also a long low table covered with mats1 on which the leaves are laid1 and rolled by workmen1 who sit round it3 the iron pan being heated to a certain degree by a little fire made in the furnace underneath1 a few pounds of the fresh-gathered leaves are put upon the pan2 the fresh and juicy leaves crack when they touch the pan1 and it is the business of the operator to shift them as quickly as possible1 with his bare hands1 till they cannot be easily endured4 ,at this instant he takes off the leaves with a kind of shovel resembling a fan1 and pours them on the mats before the rollers1 who1 taking small quantities at a time1 roll them in the palm of their hands in one direction1 while others are fanning them1 that they may cool the more speedily1 and retain their curl the longer4 ,this process is repeated two or three times1 or oftener1 before the tea is put into the stores1 in order that all the moisture of the leaves may be thoroughly dissipated1 and their curl more completely preserved4 ,on every repetition the pan is less heated1 and the operation performed more closely and cautiously4 ,the tea is then separated into the different kinds1 and deposited in the store for domestic use or exportation4 ,the different sorts of black and green arise1 not merely from soil1 situation1 or the age of the leaf2 but after winnowing the tea1 the leaves are taken up in succession as they fall2 those nearest the machine being the heaviest1 are the gunpowder tea2 the light dust the worst1 being chiefly used by the lower classes4 ,that which is brought down to ,canton1 then undergoes a second roasting1 winnowing1 packing1 c4 and many hundred women are employed for these purposes4 ,kmpfer asserts that a species of ,camllia as well as ,olea frgrans is used to give it a high flavour4 ,c4 oleferia is cultivated principally in ,china for the oil which is expressed from its seeds1 which is much used in the domestic cookery of the country2 flower single white4 ,c4 ,sesnqua1 ,lady ,banks's4 ,the foliage of this species is very small1 and paler1 and the green not so fine1 as any of the others4 ,it seeds freely1 and is often used as the female parent in producing new varieties2 flowers small white and single1 with many anthers4 ,there are a ,semi-double1 and ,double variety of it of the same colour4 ,c4 maliflra is figured in the ,botanical ,register1 under the name of ,c4 ,sesnqua rsea4 ,the foliage is about the same shape as ,c4 ,sesnqua1 but the appearance and habit of the plant are completely different1 growing very freely and quite erect2 flowers very abundant4 ,a large plant of it will continue in bloom for the space of three months4 ,the flowers are of about six weeks' duration1 colour and shape of ,rose de meaux2 has been highly esteemed4 ,one plant of it has been sold for one hundred and eighty dollars4 ,c4 ,kssii4 ,we believe it is single white1 has not come under our observation1 the only species that is a native of ,nepaul4 ,c4 reticulta was brought from ,china by ,capt4 ,rawes4 ,the foliage is very characteristic1 being rougher than any of the other flowers1 about five inches in diameter1 brilliant scarlet1 and semi-double4 ,it was introduced into ,europe in #ahbb1 and is still very scarce4 ,twenty-five dollars are paid for a small twig of it4 ,from present appearance1 it will never be so plenty as many of the others1 being tardy of propagation2 only a few eyes on the extremity of each shoot make young wood1 and if these are cut off1 the plant does not seem to push afresh4 ,c4 japnica1 the original of many splendid varieties1 probably to the amount of one hundred4 ,the true one is in very few collections2 it is single striped4 ,c4 japnica rbra is the single red of our collections1 and used as stocks to enarch1 graft1 or inoculate the other varieties upon1 being easily struck by cuttings4 ,it seeds very freely1 when the stile is impregnated1 and the seedlings make the strongest and best stocks4 ,c4 japnica lba1 single white4 ,it is mentioned in some of our catalogues1 as being very sweet-scented1 though not very perceptible to us4 ,the foliage and wood are very strong1 being a free seeding variety1 consequently particularly desirable1 as a stock to grow new varieties from4 ,its flowers are large and abundant4 ,c4 semidplex4 ,this is a flower with two rows of petals4 ,some good varieties might be got from it1 if properly impregnated4 ,c4 rbro-plno is a strong growing and free-flowering variety4 ,the flowers are large1 double red1 petals irregular1 with the anthers in bunches amongst them2 flowers are of long duration and showy4 ,c4 crnea1 frequently known as ,middlemist's blush4 ,colour pink1 one of the original varieties1 and frequently produces seeds2 grows freely4 ,c4 myrtiflia1 known in some collections as involta4 ,there are two varieties of it1 major and minor2 the former is certainly the best1 and has a very handsome1 large1 and regular red flower2 the centre frequently is pink and purple2 it is much the shape of ,double white1 only the petals are more cupped4 ,the flower is of considerable duration4 ,it is not properly named4 ,the foliage1 though the smallest of the variety1 is much larger than that of any of our common myrtles1 which might make many mistake its character2 and another prominent feature is1 the leaves are much recurved and shining4 ,c4 hexangulris4 ,the flower is six angled1 very compact1 and dark red4 ,it is an esteemed variety1 and there has unfortunately been another inferior1 substituted for it1 in some of our collections4 ,the foliage is similar in shape to anemoniflra1 with the nerves more sunk2 the flowers are of an ordinary size4 ,c4 atro-rbens1 ,loddiges' red1 is a very fine variety2 colour dark red outside1 petals large inside1 small and irregular1 forming a very distinct character2 foliage stiff2 grows freely and flowers well2 and of long duration4 ,we have seen a flower stand fresh on the plant two months2 however1 that cannot be a rule1 as it depends on the situation4 ,c4 anemoniflra1 or ,waratah 7from the central petals1 having the appearance of the ,waratah plant1 ,telopa speciosissima47 ,this variety is very characteristic1 both in flower and foliage4 ,the flower is dark crimson1 with five or six regular large outside petals2 those of the centre are very small1 and neatly plaited1 with the stile 7female organ7 prominent2 the foliage is large and oblong1 nerves very smooth1 and the wood strong1 bark light4 ,had this kind not been found1 we would have been deprived of many most splendid varieties1 which have originated from it1 and we have no doubt they may become as diversified as the roses of the garden4 ,this variety in a collection for that alone is invaluable4 ,it seeds freely1 and the pollen of any of the others applied to the style of this1 will produce a new variety1 which seldom fails of being double1 provided the pollen is from a double variety4 ,it must be applied the first day that the flower is expanded1 for the flower is only of a few days' duration4 ,those that are not acquainted with the buds of this ,camllia1 will take them to be dead1 because1 before expansion1 they are very dark brown4 ,c4 dianthiflra1 or ,knight's carnation ,waratah1 is1 when well grown1 a very beautiful flower2 shape and size same as anemoniflra 7and a seedling from it by ,mr4 ,knight1 ,king's ,road1 ,chelsea1 ,london17 seemingly the stamens are crowned with small petals1 red and white striped1 appearing like a fine large carnation4 ,the style appears fertile1 and there is no doubt but some splendid varieties may be obtained from it4 ,c4 blnda1 or blush ,waratah1 flower in shape similar to anemoniflra1 rather larger1 and of considerable duration4 ,c4 pompnia1 or ,kew blush1 flowers very large1 white1 with a tinge of blush at the bottom of the petals1 which has a good effect in setting off the flower4 ,they frequently bloom all blush1 which appears rather curious on the same plant2 shape one or two rows of guard or outside petals2 those of the inside are short1 stubby1 and generally irregular1 continues long in flower1 yellow anthers among the short petals1 and seeds when the female organ is perfect2 foliage narrower than any of the others1 a very fast grower1 and flowers freely4 ,c4 pniflora4 ,the foliage1 shape1 and size of the flower of this1 is similar to the last mentioned1 colour a rich pink2 we have never seen any of them vary from this2 and have seen it seed very double4 ,c4 ,walbnkii1 has a very large white irregular flower1 by some called poppy-flowered4 ,it is not so pure as the common double white2 the anthers show amongst the petals1 and the buds before expansion are very round1 inclining to flatness2 the foliage long and shining4 ,the flowers are of considerable duration4 ,we question with lutea-alba4 ,c4 alba-plna1 common double white1 is admired by the most casual observer1 and is generally considered a very superior flower1 from the purity of its whiteness1 and the abundance of its large flowers1 which are thickly and regularly set with round petals4 ,the foliage is large1 and the plant grows freely2 we have seen one shoot grow two feet in one summer4 ,it was imported into ,europe from ,china1 amongst the first of the varieties1 about eighty years ago4 ,c4 flavscens1 ,lady ,hume's blush1 and by some called buff4 ,it is a very double flower1 and frequently hexangular2 the bottom of the petals are most delicately tinged with blush2 on looking into it1 it shows more like a blush vapour than nature1 and is a great favourite1 and deservedly so1 with the ladies3 flowers and grows freely1 foliage rhomboid1 elongate1 nerves very visible1 surface smooth and pale green1 distantly serrate4 ,c4 fimbrita4 ,the size1 shape1 and set of the flower same as alba-plena1 and the white as pure1 with the edges of the petals deeply serrated1 or rather fringed2 is equally as free in flowering and growing4 ,it is universally admired1 and in great demand4 ,its character is unique1 foliage very like alba-plno4 ,see ,frontispiece4 ,c4 imbricta1 said to be a very double red1 with imbricated petals1 and very handsome4 ,we have not seen it in flower4 ,c4 variagta1 is one of the old standard varieties1 and very much esteemed4 ,it is striped with red and white2 sometimes the ground is red1 with white streaks or blotches1 and vice versa4 ,the flower when well grown is large1 and very abundant2 foliage very fine dark green1 similar to single white4 ,we have had seed from it4 ,the petals are regular1 with the anthers showing amongst them2 the flower double1 though not so much so as many of the others4 ,c4 crassinrvis4 ,we have not the smallest doubt but this is the same as hexangularis1 and in confirmation of our opinion1 we have lately had the best authority in ,europe to that effect4 ,c4 conchiflra1 shell flowered1 double1 a very handsome shape1 petals round1 stiff set1 and in the centre quite erect1 red with occasional splashes of white4 ,c4 rubriculis1 ,lady ,campbell's1 very double1 colour very rich dark red1 with stripes of pure white1 beautifully contrasted4 ,the richness of this flower is very striking1 and much esteemed2 flowers freely4 ,c4 longiflia is a single red1 the foliage is large1 and longer than the generality of them4 ,c4 chandlrerii1 or versicolor1 colour vivid scarlet with occasional splashes of pure white2 the flowers vary1 and are of long duration1 from six to eight weeks2 foliage large and dark glossy green4 ,c4 aitnia4 ,this variety is a beautiful specimen of a single flower affording a developement of the organ of fructification2 the petals are delicately penciled1 and the anthers very bold1 colour pink1 and the flower very large2 grows freely1 and1 in our opinion1 is surpassed by none of the single sorts1 for raising fine new varieties1 if impregnated with the pollen from double flowers4 ,c4 althiflra1 hollyhock-flowered1 is a great beauty1 with large double dark red flowers1 the veins are very prominent1 petals frequently irregular2 foliage large1 and approaches to the foliage of single red2 and is much esteemed4 ,c4 corallna1 coral-flowered1 a very deep scarlet double flower1 and bears a high character4 ,c4 insgnis1 a most splendid double flower1 large dull red colour2 a very free grower1 and highly estimated4 ,c4 anemoneflra lba4 ,those that have seen the common anemoneflra will be disappointed in the appearance of this1 not being pure white1 neither properly anemone-flowered1 though a very good flower1 and very distinct from any other2 the petals are irregular1 anthers abundant1 shape resembling pompone2 flower not so large4 ,c4 heterophylla4 ,the foliage of this varies very much1 a character that none of the others possess2 flower double red2 and merits a place in collections4 ,c4 ,wodsii1 flower fine double1 rose colour2 and much has been said in its favour4 ,c4 bcolor1 a single flower1 with a rose ground and white streaks1 very pretty1 but not so large as many of the single ones4 ,c4 speciosa is a most splendid variety1 has been called ,china striped ,waratah4 ,the guard petals are large1 round1 and bold2 colour red with stripes of white2 the centre is full of small petals1 7like anemoneflra17 and spotted2 the foliage large and more heart-shaped than any of the others2 grows freely1 flower persistent1 highly esteemed1 and considered one of the finest of the coloured ,camllias4 ,c4 flgens1 flower large1 and very bright double red1 approaching to ,c4 atro-rubens1 but more brilliant2 foliage a lucid green1 very smooth1 young wood and wood buds have a red appearance4 ,we have no doubt but it will seed2 if so1 it will be a first rate breeder4 ,c4 grandiflra1 a very large single rich red flower1 foliage very large2 a most splendid single variety1 and grows freely4 ,it is recommended to all who wish to improve their collections by raising new varieties4 ,c4 rsa sinnsis1 a very large double flower1 colour bright pink1 petals long and full1 a very distinct variety1 with a beautiful dark green shining foliage1 grows and flowers freely1 and is highly esteemed4 ,c4 intermdia1 a very large flower1 shape of ,c4 pompnia1 outside petals streaked to the extremity with a rich blush1 ground colour pure white1 and is in high estimation2 grows and flowers freely4 ,it is in very few collections in ,europe1 and only in three in the ,united ,states4 ,c4 rose ,warath4 ,the description of this flower is the same as anemoneflra1 but differs in colour1 and being of longer duration1 the foliage is uncommonly large4 ,c4 ,pressi's invincible4 ,it has been asserted that it is the same as that known by ,c4 punctata and ,c4 ,pressi4 ,we have not seen it flower1 but have seen a drawing of it1 the flower equally as large as double white1 and same shape1 with the petals as regular2 the ground colour brilliant red1 and spotted with pure white4 ,it is one of the newest varieties1 and much valued for its unique beauty2 hence called ,invincible2 foliage large4 ,c4 ,rose ,mundi1 is like the garden rose of that name2 a large flower1 ground colour pink streaked with white4 ,c4 compcta is a new double white1 petals and flower not so large as the common1 but more compact1 and is considered a very fine variety4 ,c4 glorisa1 is said to be a fine dark double red4 ,c4 ,rssii1 is said to be a fine rich double scarlet4 ,callicma serratiflia1 the only species and remarkable for tufted yellow heads of flowers1 which come out at the axils1 and continue from ,may to ,july4 ,the foliage is ovate lanceolate1 deeply serrated1 and opposite4 ,carmichlia austrlis1 the only species1 has very curious foliage1 which the lilac leguminose flowers come out off1 and continue from ,april to ,june4 ,cunnia capnsis1 the only species1 and a handsome shrub1 with large pinnated shining leaves1 beautifully contrasted by numerous dense elongated branches of small white flowers1 and twigs of a red colour1 having the habit of a tropical more than a ,cape of ,good ,hope plant4 ,clthra arbrea1 and ,c4 arbrea variagta1 are both fine shrubs2 the latter is preferable2 leaves are oblong1 accuminate1 and serrated with a gold edge2 flowers white1 downy1 in large branching racemose spikes1 and sweet-scented2 grows freely4 ,cotonesters4 ,two of this genus are deserving a situation in the ,green-house1 ,c4 denticulta1 and ,c4 microphylla2 the last is a native of the mountainous districts of ,nepaul1 and may prove hardy2 the flowers are white1 small1 and solitary1 but in the fall it is covered with pretty red berries1 and then looks beautiful2 culture very easy2 will grow in any situation4 ,crwea solgna1 is amongst one of the finest and easiest cultivated plants of ,new ,south ,wales4 ,it flowers at the axils of the leaves1 colour pink1 with five petals1 connected by entangled hairs2 in flower from ,april to ,december1 and frequently through the winter2 foliage lanceolate1 and a fine green4 ,the plant grows neat1 and requires an airy situation2 drain the pots well4 ,chorizmas1 about six species1 foliage very like some varieties of the ,holly2 flowers small and papilionaceous2 colour red and yellow2 though small1 they are very neat4 ,c4 nna and ,c4 iliciflia are amongst the best2 if grown from seed1 they will flower freely the second year2 drain the pots well4 ,cinerrias1 ,cape aster1 about twelve belong to the ,green-house4 ,they are herbaceous1 or half shrubby1 soft wooded plants4 ,c4 specisa1 ,c4 amellodes1 7now called ,agatha clstus17 ,c4 purprea1 and ,c4 lanta1 are among the finest2 flowers blue or yellow2 the latter is considered the handsomest of the genus4 ,the exterior petals are bright purple1 and the interior ones white1 and with ,a4 clstus1 flowers most of the year2 flowers syngenesious and star-like4 ,the herbaceous species must be treated as previously mentioned for that kind of plants4 ,cstus1 or ,rock rose4 ,there are above thirty species1 principally natives of ,europe1 consequently hardy there1 and form a great ornament to their gardens1 being very abundant and various in flower2 but with us they will not stand the rigour of winter4 ,we have no doubt1 however1 but1 through time1 some kinds may be grown that will withstand the greatest cold of the middle states2 they are low shrubby plants of easy cultivation4 ,c4 ladanferus1 ,c4 monspelinsis1 ,c4 slignus1 ,c4 popoliflius1 and ,c4 undultus1 are perhaps the best2 the flowers are of short duration1 frequently only for one day2 but the quantity makes up this deficiency1 being constantly in flower in ,may and ,june1 and sometimes flower again in autumn4 ,c4 crticus is most productive of the ,gum laudanum1 which is secreted about its leaves and branches4 ,the flowers are generally five-petaled1 and some of them large2 centre full of stamens2 the foundation of the natural order ,cistinea4 ,clmatis1 ,virgin's ,bower4 ,there are only six of these belonging to this1 all climbing plants4 ,c4 aristta and ,c4 brachita are the best2 flowers in racemose clusters1 pure white2 foliage small2 and natives of the ,cape of ,good ,hope4 ,the foliage of ,c4 aristta is cordate and blotched4 ,coba scndens1 the only species4 ,it is a climber of very rapid growth1 has been known to grow above two hundred feet in one summer2 large bell-shaped flowers2 when they are newly expanded1 they are of a pale green colour1 and change to dark purple2 will grow in the garden during summer1 bearing a continual profusion of flowers1 but will not stand frost4 ,when this plant becomes too large in the house1 do not cut it close to the root1 except there is a young shoot arising to carry off the superabundant sap1 for the old wood will not push1 which will soon cause a mortification4 ,the best method to adopt in such case is to turn back a shoot1 and lay it in the ground to root1 when it will become a young plant2 which should always be done as soon as it appears unsightly4 ,it does best to be planted in the ground1 but will not give any satisfaction as to flowering in a pot4 ,it will flower as an annual if sown in pots this month1 and placed in a warm room or hot-bed1 and planted into the garden about the end of ,may4 ,coronllas1 a very few are fine species in the ,green-house4 ,c4 glaca is a celebrated plant amongst us1 as a free and early flowering shrub4 ,c4 valentana and ,c4 viminlis are equally so1 flower from ,april to ,june1 colour yellow2 papilionaceous flowers in clusters2 agree best with shade4 ,in summer they ought to be kept behind a fence1 or under a tree1 as the sun would destroy them in a few weeks4 ,drain the pots well4 ,corras1 five species1 all very pretty dwarf shrubs1 and flower profusely2 foliage ovate1 cordate1 and either rusty or downy beneath4 ,c4 lba and ,c4 rfa have both white flowers a little tubular4 ,c4 pulchlla is a very handsome erect growing plant1 flowers large and tubular1 of a deep pink colour1 and grows freely3 it is thought the finest of the genus4 ,c4 specisa has been long admired as a splendid free flowering plant2 flowers same shape as ,c4 pulchlla1 but not so large2 colour red and yellowish green4 ,c4 virns is a very free grower1 flowers same shape as the two last1 colour entirely green4 ,these three last mentioned are abundant flowerers1 having a continued succession from ,november to ,june1 possessing the valuable requisite of flowering through the winter1 and ought to be in every collection4 ,they require an airy situation1 and the pots to be well drained4 ,the plants in summer must not be fully exposed to the sun4 ,cratgus4 ,there are none of these belonging to the ,green-house2 but there is a plant in the collections1 known as ,c4 glabra1 which is ,photnia serrulta1 a native of ,china1 and is a very handsome plant1 has long foliage1 deeply serrated1 very shining4 ,p4 arbutiflia1 a native of ,california1 and is the finest of the genus2 flowers in large dense panicles1 foliage larger than the former1 and not so deeply serrated2 they are both comparatively hardy1 and we soon expect to see them acclimated4 ,cuprssus may be desired in collections1 as erect and handsome growing evergreen shrubs4 ,c4 lusitnica1 the famed cedar of ,goa2 ,c4 pndula and ,c4 juniperodes are the most desirable2 flowers are insignificant1 and yellowish2 we have no doubt they may prove hardy4 ,c4 lusitnica is the handsomest tree of the genus4 ,its abundant1 very long dichotomous branchlets1 distinguish it from all the evergreens of the conoferious tribe4 ,calmpelis scbra1 once ,eccremocrpus scber1 is a very fine climber1 where there is a convenience to plant it in the ground4 ,it will flower profusely from ,march to ,november2 foliage pinnate1 with tendrils2 flowers from the axils on young shoots in a kind of racemose1 and of a golden colour2 grows freely4 ,celstris1 staff-tree1 about twenty-five species2 of no particular beauty4 ,some of them have numerous small white flowers1 in cymes and panicles2 foliage generally ovate1 acute1 and serrated4 ,c4 pyracntha1 ,c4 cymsa1 ,c4 multiflrus1 and ,c4 lcidus1 are the most conspicuous1 and all the genera are of easy culture4 ,cokia pnctata1 ,wampee-tree of ,china1 named in honour of the celebrated ,capt4 ,cook4 ,the fruit is much esteemed in ,china1 where it grows to about the size of a walnut1 in bunches2 leaves pinnate1 ovate1 lanceolate1 accuminate2 when rubbed1 have a strong odour2 flower small white in racemose spikes1 of slow growth4 ,c4 allistchys4 ,there are two of them very handsome large growing shrubs4 ,c4 lanceolta and ,c4 ovta1 foliage silky-like1 and light coloured2 flowers yellow1 papilionaceous1 and very abundant4 ,davisias1 above ten species1 principally natives of ,new ,south ,wales1 all yellow papilionaceous flowers4 ,d4 ulicna1 ,d4 latiflia1 ,d4 aciculris1 and ,d4 inricssta1 are very fine species1 flower and grow freely1 and require to be well drained2 bloom from ,april to ,august4 ,dismas4 ,this genus is now very much divided1 and only contains about thirteen species3 the generas that they have been given to1 are ,adenndra1 ,barosma1 ,acmadnia1 and ,agathsma4 ,we will enumerate a few of the finest species of each4 ,d4 capitla1 ,d4 oppositiflia1 ,d4 longiflia1 ,d4 rbra1 and ,d4 teretiflia1 are the most conspicuous1 all small white flowers except ,d4 rbra2 foliage small1 and all handsome growing evergreens4 ,adenndras1 eight species4 ,this genus is the most select of those that have been subdivided4 ,a4 specisa1 ,a4 umbellta1 ,a4 lba1 ,a4 fragrns1 and ,a4 uniflra1 are all splendid flowers3 and all white except ,a4 fragrns1 which is red4 ,pots must be well drained4 ,barsmas1 above ten species4 ,b4 serratiflia1 ,b4 pulchlla1 purple1 ,b4 foetidssima1 blush1 ,b4 odorta1 white1 and ,b4 dioca1 pink1 are the finest4 ,acmadnias1 five species4 ,a4 lavigta1 ,a4 pngens1 and ,a4 tetragnia1 blush1 are good species4 ,agathsmas1 above twenty-five species1 many of them very celebrated free flowering shrubby plants4 ,a4 accuminta1 ,a4 hybrida1 ,a4 ,thunbergina1 ,a4 imbricta1 ,a4 prolfera1 ,a4 ptula1 and ,a4 pulchlla1 which is the finest of the genus1 the dried leaves of which the ,hottentots use as powder to mix with the grease with which they anoint their bodies4 ,some travellers assert that it gives them so rank an odour1 that they sometimes could not bear the smell of those who were their guides4 ,in fact the foliage of all the five last mentioned generas1 if rubbed by the hand while on the plant1 has a very strong smell1 some of them very agreeable1 others disagreeable4 ,they are all heath-like and evergreen small neat growing shrubs4 ,they require while growing luxuriantly to have their young shoots topped to make them bushy2 drain all the pots well1 and keep them in airy situations1 and not crowded with other plants1 or they will become slender and unsightly4 ,dryndras4 ,this genus is closely allied in character and habits to ,bnksia1 and contains above sixteen species4 ,d4 nvea1 has a most beautiful foliage1 very long and deeply indented4 ,d4formsa1 has a scent like the fruit of an ,apricot4 ,d4 nervsa1 ,d4 floribnda1 ,d4 armta1 ,d4 plumsa1 ,d4 ,baxtri1 ,d4 nervsa1 and ,d4 falcta1 are the most conspicuous1 and all highly desirable plants in collections4 ,they are very delicate of importation2 flowers are straw and orange coloured and thistlelike4 ,seeds in small cones4 ,treat them the same as directed for ,bnksias4 ,dillwynias1 above twelve species1 and plants very little known4 ,d4 floribnda1 ,d4 teretiflia1 and ,d4 phylicoides1 are desirable plants2 flowers small1 papilionaceous1 and colour yellow4 ,they are very liable to suffer from too much wet2 while dormant1 therefore1 the pots must be effectually drained4 ,dampiras1 four species4 ,the genus is named in honour of ,captain ,w4 ,dampier1 a famous voyager1 has ,lobelia-like flowers1 either blue or purple4 ,c4 purprea1 ,c4 undulta1 and ,c4 strcta1 are the finest2 the two former are shrubby2 the latter is herbaceous2 they all flower freely4 ,edwrdsias1 about four species1 very beautiful foliaged plants and have very curious yellow flowers1 but do not flower until the plant becomes large4 ,e4 grandiflra1 ,e4 chrysphylla1 and ,e4 meirophylla1 are the best1 and are tolerably hardy1 though doubtful of ever being acclimated4 ,the flowers are leguminose1 foliage ovate1 pinnate1 from eight to forty on one footstalk1 and appears to be covered with gold dust4 ,the hardier they are grown1 the more visible it will appear4 ,elichrysums4 ,this genus is now extinct1 and two splendid species of it given to others4 ,e4 proliferum is now ,phncoma prolfera1 and has beautiful purple everlasting rayed flowers1 and highly esteemed3 the foliage round1 ovate1 smooth1 and closely imbricated4 ,e4 spectbile is now ,aphlexis hmilis1 has pine-like foliage1 and large light purple flowers and everlasting2 care must be taken that they are not over watered2 drain the pots well4 ,enkinthus1 only two species1 both very fine4 ,e4 quinqueflrus has large ovate accuminate foliage1 flowers pink1 and pendulous2 very handsome4 ,e4 reticultus1 the foliage is netted1 and the flowers blush2 they are liable when dormant to suffer from wet4 ,be sure to drain the pots well1 and sparing in water while in that state4 ,epcris1 above twelve species1 and all very ornamental4 ,e4 grandiflra has been celebrated ever since it was known2 the foliage is small1 flat1 and accuminate2 flowers tubular and pendulous1 bright crimson1 with a tinge of white1 and very abundant1 in flower from ,january to ,june4 ,e4 pulchlla is likewise a most beautiful plant2 foliage very small and closely set1 flowers pure white1 and in long spikes1 sweet-scented4 ,e4 imprssa1 foliage impressed1 and flowers rose-coloured4 ,e4 paludsa1 flowers white1 and grows very handsomely4 ,e4 purpurscens rbra is a good variety1 with bright red flowers4 ,they are mostly erect growing plants2 flower from ,march till ,june1 and a rough1 turfy1 sandy soil is found most congenial4 ,they are natives of the mountainous districts of ,new ,south ,wales4 ,the pots must be well drained2 the roots will run with avidity amongst the potshreds4 ,ercas1 heath4 ,there are in cultivation in ,europe above five hundred and fifty species and varieties of this magnificent genus4 ,about sixty1 years ago it consisted only of a few humble ,british plants1 with the heath of ,spain1 ,e4 ,mediterrnea1 which is at present most common in our collections1 though in a few years we may expect to see it supplanted by others more splendid4 ,in their native countries1 they are adapted to a great many useful purposes4 ,in the north of ,britain1 the poorer inhabitants cover their cabins or huts with heath1 and build the walls with alternate layers of it and a kind of cement made with straw and clay4 ,they likewise brew ale1 and distil a hot spirit from the tender shoots2 and it has been known to be used in dyeing1 tanning1 and many other useful domestic purposes4 ,encomium on their beauty is not requisite2 they are almost as diversified in colour as colour itself4 ,many are graceful1 and most elegant2 hundreds are pretty2 a few noble and splendid2 others grotesque1 curious1 and odoriferous4 ,to cultivate and propagate them is one of the most delicate branches of horticulture4 ,nevertheless1 it has been said by a scientific writer1 that those who complain of the difficulty of growing the heath are ignorant people who have never had a heath to grow4 ,the most splendid collection in ,europe is under the care of ,mr4 ,m',nab1 of the ,royal ,botanic ,garden1 ,edinburgh1 where there are two large houses devoted to their culture2 and through the whole year a continued profusion of bloom is kept up4 ,some of the plants are six feet in diameter1 and twelve feet high4 ,the soil used is a coarse sandy peat4 ,pots drained with potshreds1 and pieces of freestone1 are put down the sides of the large pots and tubs3 where these can be had they are essential to the culture of mountainous plants1 preventing them from being saturated with moisture1 or from becoming dry1 they being retentive of moisture1 thus keeping the roots in a medium state2 for if once the roots are allowed to get thoroughly dried1 no art of the gardener can recover them4 ,this may be the true reason why they are said to be difficult of cultivation4 ,in the summer season the pots must be kept out of the sun1 for in a few hours the pot would become heated1 dry the roots1 and cause death1 or a brownness of foliage which would never again become natural4 ,too much fire heat will hurt them4 ,they only require to be kept free from frost1 need a great deal of air and plenty of light2 consequently1 should be placed near the glass1 that they may have the benefit of all the air that is admitted4 ,their flowers are as varied in shape as variety or colour1 but they all partake of a wax-like nature1 and are very persistent4 ,for the finest and most select varieties1 see the catalogue at the end of this work4 ,erdiums1 ,heron's bill4 ,there are about thirty species1 all of a ,geranium character1 and there are among them some very pretty flowering1 soft wooded1 shrubby1 herbaceous1 and annual plants4 ,only a few of them belong to the ,green-house1 of which ,e4 incarntum1 ,e4 crassiflium1 and ,e4 lacinitum1 are the finest2 culture similar to ,gernium4 ,the flowers of these are scarlet1 pentapetalous1 and veiny4 ,eucalyptus1 above fifty species of them1 and the tallest growing trees of ,new ,holland2 foliage very diversified1 generally of a hard glaucous texture4 ,from their rapid growth1 they soon grow higher than the loftiest house4 ,the most conspicuous are ,e4 cordta1 ,e4 rostrta1 ,e4 radita1 ,e4 pulvigra1 ,e4 glbifera1 ,e4 pulverulnta1 and ,e4 resnefera4 ,in ,van ,dieman's ,land1 a manufactory has been established1 where a tannin is extracted from many of the species4 ,the last mentioned produces gum1 like that which the druggists call ,kino4 ,they ought not to be too much fostered1 as it would in some degree retard their growth4 ,they are of a very hardy nature4 ,when large1 the plants will flower freely1 and are similar in flower to ,myrtle2 many stamina proceeding from a hard nut-like capsule4 ,eupatrium4 ,there is only one species deserving of cultivation in the ,green-house2 flowers syngenesious1 white1 and in large flattened panicles2 very sweet-scented4 ,the plant1 when growing freely1 in the beginning of summer1 should be topped1 which would make it more bushy2 if not1 it is apt to grow straggling4 ,known as ,e4 elegns1 in our collections4 ,eutxia's1 two species4 ,e4 myrtiflia is a most beautiful free-flowering evergreen shrub2 foliage small1 but very neat2 flowers leguminose1 small1 and very many2 colour yellow and red2 grows freely4 ,the young plants should be frequently topped1 or they will grow naked and unsightly4 ,e4 pngens1 similar to the other except in foliage4 ,they flower from ,march to ,june1 and ought to have a place in every ,green-house4 ,culture very easy4 ,euchlus obcordtus is the only species3 ,flowers similar to ,eutxia2 foliage almost unique1 being inverse1 cordate2 time of flowering from ,march to ,june4 ,fchsias1 ,ladies' ear drop4 ,about twelve species4 ,several of them elegant and handsome shrubs4 ,f4 virgta and ,f4 cnica are the most splendid of deciduous ,green-house shrubs2 the nerves of the leaves and young wood of the former are tinged with purplish red2 the large pendant flowers which are produced from the axils of the leaves of the young wood continue during the growing season4 ,f4 cnica grows strong1 foliage green1 flowers pendant1 corolla more spreading than the other1 and when in flower is a complete mass of scarlet blossoms4 ,it flowers all summer4 ,f4 coccnea is a common and celebrated plant1 and deservedly so4 ,f4 microphylla is a neat glowing1 small flowering species4 ,f4 arbrea1 has very large foliage1 and rose coloured flowers2 a scarce species1 but very desirable4 ,f4 grcilis and ,f4 thymiflia1 are both fine2 most of the flowers are a bright scarlet1 the stamens are encircled with a petal of bright purple1 and are of very curious construction2 they bear a dark purple berry1 and are of the easiest cultivation1 but during summer they must be carefully kept in the shade4 ,gelsmium ntidum1 ,carolina jessamine1 a most beautiful climbing evergreen1 flowering shrub4 ,in the months of ,april and ,may1 it produces many large yellow trumpet-like blossoms of delicious fragrance4 ,if much fostered in growth1 it will not flower so freely4 ,gnaphlium1 everlasting4 ,this genus has got all the beautiful ,cape species taken out of it1 and given to ,astlma and ,helichrysum4 ,of ,astlma there are above ten species1 most of them very splendid1 everlasting flowers4 ,a4 exmia has brilliant red flowers4 ,a4 spirlis1 ,a4 speciosssima1 ,a4 frticans1 and ,a4 imbrictum1 are all very fine2 pots must be well drained4 ,helychrysums1 above forty species1 chiefly belonging to the ,green-house1 all everlasting flowers4 ,h4 grandiflrum1 ,h4 arbreum1 ,h4 orientle1 ,h4 frgrans1 ,h4 adoratssimum1 ,h4 frticans1 and ,h4 flgidum1 are all very esteemed species1 mostly soft white foliage4 ,the pots should be well drained1 and the plants kept in an airy situation1 as they suffer from the least damp4 ,if the flowers are cut off before they fade1 they will retain for many years all the splendour of their beauty2 but if allowed to decay on the plant1 they will soon become musty1 and all their colour fade4 ,gompholbiums1 a genus of very pretty delicate plants1 all papilionaceous2 flowers generally yellow with a little red2 foliage very variable4 ,g4 barbgerum1 ,g4 polimrfum1 ,g4 latiflium1 ,g4 grandiflrum1 and ,g4 venstum1 are fine1 the pots must be well drained1 and care taken that they are not over watered2 they grow freely4 ,genstas3 a few of these are very pretty free flowering shrubs4 ,g4 canarinsis1 ,g4 tricuspidta1 ,g4 cuspidsa1 and ,g4 umbellta1 are the finest ,green-house species4 ,all of them have yellow leguminose flowers in great abundance2 leaves small1 lanceolate4 ,gndias1 about ten species of pretty ,green-house shrubs4 ,g4 smplex1 ,g4 sercea1 ,g4 imbrbis1 and ,g4 piniflia1 flower the most freely2 flowers straw colour1 tubular1 and corymbose4 ,g4 smplex is sweet-scented1 leaves small2 the pots must be well drained1 and care taken that they do not get either too wet or too dry1 for the roots are very delicate4 ,the plants must be kept near the glass1 or they will be drawn weak4 ,goodnia1 a genus of about twelve species1 with cordate1 serate1 alternate foliage4 ,g4 stellgera1 and ,g4 suveolens are sweet-scented2 ,g4 ovta and ,g4 grandiflra are the best4 ,they are principally small shrubs1 with terminale or axillary flowers1 and flower during summer4 ,gortria personta is the only species that belongs to this genus1 and is an annual4 ,there are several plants in our collections known as ,gortrias1 but which properly are ,gaznia1 of which there are five species4 ,g4 rngens1 when the flowers are fully expanded1 7which will only be while exposed to the sun1 closing at night1 and opening again with the influence of the sun's rays17 is a great beauty4 ,the rays of the flowers are bright orange1 and the centre dark purple4 ,g4 pavnia has handsome foliage2 flower similar to ,g4 rngens1 except the centre of the flower being spotted1 and is thought to be the finest1 but does not flower so freely4 ,g4 heterophylla is of the same character1 except the foliage1 which is variable1 the colour orange and vermilion4 ,they are half shrubby dwarf growing plants1 and during the months of ,july1 ,august1 and ,september1 are liable to damp off at the surface of the earth1 from the action of heat1 and too much water4 ,pots must be well drained1 and the plants kept partially in the shade4 ,their flowers are syngenesious1 and about two inches in diameter4 ,grevlleas1 about thirty species4 ,a few of them very handsome in flower and foliage1 among which are ,g4 puncea2 ,g4 acanthiflia1 7beautiful foliage72 ,g4 concnna1 very pretty straw and rose-coloured flowers2 ,g4 juniperna1 green and straw-coloured2 ,g4 lineris1 white flowers4 ,the flowers of the whole are curious1 though not very attractive4 ,some carry their flowers in racemose spikes1 others on flowering branches1 which are recurved2 the petals are very small and rugged2 the stile longer than the appendage4 ,they grow freely1 flower and ripen seeds2 all evergreen dwarf shrubs4 ,hkeas1 about forty species1 not generally so interesting or attractive as the last genus2 flowers all white2 construction similar to ,grevllea1 but the foliage more varied4 ,h4 gibbsa1 ,h4 ntida1 ,h4 salgna1 ,h4 suavolens1 sweet-scented1 ,h4 conculta1 and ,h4 lambrti1 are the best1 and afford a curious variety of foliage2 flower in ,june4 ,drain the pots well4 ,hemerocllis1 ,day ,lily4 ,only ,h4 specisa of this genus belongs to the ,green-house2 the flower is spacious1 and of copper colour4 ,a native of ,jamaica4 ,it has not found its way into our collections4 ,it is herbaceous1 and while growing requires much water4 ,the plant known with us as ,h4 japnica is now ,fnkia lba1 7and justly1 for the most superficial observer could have distinguished it as not belonging to ,hemerocllis47 ,it requires to be much fostered to flower well1 and plenty of water4 ,if properly treated1 it is a magnificent flower1 and continues flowering from ,july to ,september4 ,we doubt not it may prove a hardy herbaceous plant1 7the same as ,f4 crlea17 if protected during the first winter4 ,hermnnias1 a genus of about forty species1 all natives of the ,cape of ,good ,hope1 and not worth cultivating4 ,they have yellow cup-like flowers1 and are of the easiest cultivation4 ,several species are in our collections4 ,hibbrtias1 about ten species4 ,three of them are very fine climbing evergreen shrubs1 viz4 ,h4 glossulariflia2 ,h4 dentta2 ,h4 volbilis1 if closely approached has a disagreeable smell2 ,h4 fasciculta1 ,h4 salgna1 and ,h4 pedunculta1 are evergreen shrubs2 they have pure yellow flowers of five petals1 blooming from ,may to ,september4 ,habrnthus1 about ten species of small ,south ,american bulbs1 nearly allied to ,amaryllis4 ,h4 ,andersnii1 ,h4 verscolor1 and ,h4 robsta are the finest2 they are in colour yellow1 blue1 and lilac4 ,we have very little doubt but these bulbs will do to plant out in the garden in ,april1 and be lifted in ,october4 ,keep them from frost4 ,thus treated1 they are very desirable bulbs4 ,hveas1 about eight species1 pretty plants of ,new ,south ,wales1 blue pea-flowering evergreen shrubs2 the finest are ,h4 lineris1 ,h4 rosmariniflia1 ,h4 longiflia1 and ,h4 ,clsii1 which is the most superb1 and flowers in abundance4 ,they grow and flower freely2 the pots should be drained4 ,hydrngea hortnsis is a well known plant1 and much esteemed for its great profusion of very elegant1 though monstrous1 flowers4 ,they are naturally of a rose colour1 but under certain circumstances of culture they become blue4 ,if grown in brown loam with a little sand1 they will preserve their original colour2 but if grown in swamp earth with a little mould of decayed leaves1 they will become blue4 ,the swamp earth and vegetable mould being more combined with aluminous salt than brown loam1 is the cause of the change2 and1 when first found out1 7which was merely by chance17 was thought a great wonder4 ,it must have a very plentiful supply of water when in flower1 which is produced on the shoots of the previous year4 ,they will neither grow nor flower well if they are not kept constantly in the shade4 ,when kept in the sun1 the foliage is very brown2 and by being neglected in watering1 we have seen the flowers completely scourged4 ,being tolerably hardy1 when the winters are mild1 by a little protection in the open air1 they will flower profusely2 the flowers will be very large1 and in bloom from ,june to ,october4 ,they are deciduous1 soft wooded shrubs4 ,hypricums1 ,st4 ,john's wort1 about twenty species4 ,a few of them are very showy1 and with few exceptions have yellow flowers4 ,h4 mongynum1 ,h4 balearicum1 ,h4 floribndum1 ,h4 canarinse1 ,h4 gyptacum1 and ,h4 cochinchinense1 which has scarlet flowers1 are amongst the best1 and all of them flower freely2 five petals1 filaments many in three or five parcels4 ,they are all of very easy cultivation1 and bloom generally from ,april to ,september4 ,ilex1 ,holly1 of ,i4 aquiflium4 ,there are above one hundred species of them in cultivation in ,europe1 differing in variegation1 margin1 shape1 and size of the leaves2 some are only prickly on the margin of the foliage1 others prickly over all the surface4 ,in ,europe they are all hardy1 but with us few or none of the varieties are so4 ,if they become acclimated1 they will be a great ornament to our gardens1 being all low evergreen shrubs4 ,the most common and conspicuous varieties are the hedgehog1 striped hedgehog1 white edged1 gold edged1 and painted2 the flowers are white and small1 berries yellow or red2 they do not agree with exposure to the sun4 ,j4 ,cassne and ,j4 vomitria have very bitter leaves1 and1 though natives of ,carolina1 we have to give them the protection of a ,green-house4 ,it is said that at certain seasons of the year the ,indians make a strong decoction of the leaves1 which makes them vomit freely1 and after drinking and vomiting for a few days1 they consider themselves sufficiently purified4 ,illciums1 ,aniseed-tree1 three species4 ,i4 floridnum1 has very sweet-scented1 double purple flowers1 and the plant grows freely and systematically if properly treated1 and deserves the attention of the admirers of flowers4 ,i4 parviflrum has small yellow flowers2 ,i4 anistum is so very like ,i4 parviflrum in every respect1 as to make us conclude they are the same1 were ,i4 anistum not a native of ,china1 and the other two natives of ,florida4 ,when the leaves and capsules of either of them are rubbed1 they have a very strong smell of anise2--they grow very freely4 ,indigfera2 ,indigo-tree1 about twenty species1 belong to the ,green-house1 and are chiefly pretty free flowering shrubs4 ,i4 denudta1 ,i4 amna1 ,i4 austrlis1 ,i4 angulta1 ,i4 cndicans1 and ,i4 filiflia1 are very fine2 flowers papilionaceous1 in long panicles2 colour various1 red1 blue1 yellow1 and pink4 ,isopgons1 about ten species of ,prtea-like plants1 all natives of ,new ,holland4 ,they are very stiff shrubs1 with leaves very much divided1 and cone-like flowers at the extremity of the shoots4 ,i4 formsus1 ,i4 anemoniflius1 ,i4 attenutis1 and ,i4 polycphalis1 are the finest2 flowers are straw1 lilac1 white1 and yellow coloured2 the pots must be well drained1 and the plants not over-crowded4 ,justcias4 ,only a few of these belong to the ,green-house1 and are very simple looking flowers4 ,the most beautiful of them belong to the ,hot-house4 ,j4 ngricans1 small striped flower2 ,j4 orchiodes and ,j4 ,adhtoda1 ,malanut1 are the only ones that are worth observation1 and are very easily cultivated4 ,j4 ,adhtoda has good looking foliage1 but does not flower until the plant becomes large2 colour white and light purple4 ,jacksnias4 ,a genus consisting of five species4 ,the foliage is varied1 and all natives of ,new ,south ,wales4 ,j4 scopria is similar to a plant in our collections1 called ,vimenria denudata4 ,j4 hrrida1 and ,j4 reticulta1 are the finest2 the small flowers come out of the young shoots1 are yellow and papilionaceous2 the pots should be well drained4 ,kenndias1 about nine species1 all evergreen climbers1 of the easiest culture1 and flower abundantly4 ,k4 monophylla1 blue flowered1 and ,k4 rubicnda1 crimson flowered1 are common in our collections4 ,k4 prostrta1 7once ,glycine coccnea7 one-flowered scarlet1 and ,k4 coccnea1 many flowered scarlet1 are very pretty4 ,k4 ,comptonina has splendid purple flowers1 and ,k4 inophylla is thought the most superb4 ,it is very rare1 and we have not seen it flower4 ,they are large purple4 ,the pots should be well drained2 and if the plants are much fostered1 they will not flower so well2 flowers are either in racemose spikes1 or solitary1 which is rather too much distinction for the same genus4 ,lambrtias1 four species of very fine plants1 natives of ,new ,holland4 ,l4 formsa is the finest of the genus that we have seen2 flowers large and of a splendid rose colour4 ,l4 echinta is said to be finer1 but has not flowered in cultivation4 ,l4 uniflra has single red flowers1 and ,l4 inrmis orange coloured4 ,they are rare plants in the collections on this side of the ,atlantic4 ,drain the pots well2 the foliage is narrow1 and of a hard dry nature4 ,lasioptalums1 only two species4 ,there were a few more1 but they are now ,thomsias1 plants of no merit whatever1 in regard to flower2 foliage three lobed1 small1 rough1 and rusty-like4 ,thomsia solancea and ,t4 quereiflia1 are the best species2 foliage of the former is large1 cordate1 and deep indented2 they are all of the easiest culture4 ,lavndulas1 ,lavender1 about seven species belong to the ,green-house1 and a few of them very pretty soft-wooded1 half shrubby plants1 and if touched1 are highly scented4 ,l4 dentta has narrow serrated foliage1 very neat4 ,l4 formsa and ,l4 pinnta are desirable2 blue flowers on a long spike2 should be kept near the glass2 they are of the easiest culture4 ,larus4 ,a few species are ,green-house plants4 ,this genus has been divided to ,cinnammum2 still there are a few celebrated plants in the original4 ,l4 nbilis1 sweet bay1 though hardy1 is kept under protection4 ,it will bear the winter with a little straw covering1 notwithstanding there should be a plant kept in the house in case of accident by frost or otherwise2 there is a variegated variety of it4 ,l4 ndica1 royal bay1 ,l4 foetens1 ,l4 aggregta1 and ,l4 glaca1 are favourites4 ,there is a species known in our collections as ,l4 scbra4 ,the ,camphire tree1 known as ,l4 camphra1 is ,cinnammum camphra2 the wood1 leaves1 and roots of this tree have a very strong odour of camphire4 ,it is obtained by distillation from the roots and small branches1 which are cut into chips1 and put into a net suspended within an iron pot1 the bottom of which is covered with water1 having an earthen head fitted in it2 heat is then applied1 and the steam of the boiling water acting upon the contents of the net1 elevates the camphire into the capital1 where it concretes on the straws1 with which this part of the apparatus is lined4 ,they are all fine evergreens1 7which the name denotes17 and easily cultivated1 ,lnums1 ,flax1 two or three species are very fine1 and flower freely4 ,l4 trigynum has large yellow flowers in clusters1 and ,l4 ascyriflium1 whose flowers are large1 blue1 and white1 and in long spikes4 ,the shape of them is very like the flower vulgarly called ,morning-glory4 ,loblias4 ,several of them when well treated1 form most magnificent flowering plants2 they are principally herbaceous4 ,l4 ,tpa has the largest foliage1 and fine scarlet flowers4 ,l4 specisa1 flowers light purple2 ,l4 flgens1 crimson flowers2 ,l4 splndens1 scarlet flowers4 ,the three last are of the same habit2 the colours brilliant2 and to grow them well1 they should be divided1 7if there are several shoots arising17 when they begin to grow1 putting them first into four inch pots1 and shifting them frequently1 having them to flower in those of nine or ten inches1 which will be about the end of ,june1 or first of ,july1 and they will continue until ,october4 ,the pots must be always kept in pans or saucers filled with water2 likewise give plenty to the surface of the earth1 which is to be done during their time of growth and flowering4 ,if this is attended to1 they will produce flower stalks from four to six feet in height1 and covered with branches and spikes of flowers from bottom to top4 ,the corolla is pentapetalous1 three down and two up2 they require a little shade4 ,the genus consists of about eighty species2 seventy of them are exotics2 many of them natives of the ,cape of ,good ,hope1 with little flowers of brilliant colours4 ,l4 crlea1 ,l4 ,thunbrgii1 ,l4 corymbsa1 ,l4 pyramidlis1 and ,l4 iliciflia1 are very fine species1 of weak growth1 but flower freely4 ,lomtias1 about six species2 flowers are white or straw colour1 and similar to ,grevllea1 but the foliage more handsome4 ,lophosprmum scndens4 ,this is a magnificent new climbing soft wooded shrub1 with purple1 campanulate flowers1 which are produced from the axils on the young wood2 they bloom from ,may to ,september2 leaves large1 cordate1 and tomentose2 grows rapidly1 and flowers abundantly4 ,lachnas1 about five species1 remarkable for their downy heads of white flowers2 leaves small1 ovate1 lanceolate4 ,l4 glaca1 ,l4 conglomerta1 and ,l4 eriocphala1 are the best species4 ,the pots must be well drained1 and in summer the plants protected from the sun4 ,leontis1 ,lion's-ear1 four species4 ,they have very fine scarlet tubular flowers1 orifice-toothed4 ,they come out in large whorls1 and look elegant2 but neither plant nor foliage has an agreeable appearance4 ,they are of the easiest culture4 ,l4 intermdia1 and ,l4 ,leonrus1 are the best flowering species4 ,leucosprmums1 about eighteen species1 of ,proteacious plants1 chiefly low growing1 and are mostly downy or hairy2 flowers yellow1 in terminale heads4 ,l4 formsum1 ,l4 grandiflrum1 ,l4 tomentsum1 and ,l4 candicans1 rose-scented4 ,these are fine species4 ,for treatment1 see ,prteas4 ,liprias1 about five species1 much esteemed for their beauty of foliage2 leaves ovate1 lanceolate1 downy or woolly2 flowers yellow1 leguminose1 and capitate4 ,l4 sphrica1 ,l4 tomentsa1 ,l4 villsa1 and ,l4 sercea1 are the finest4 ,l4 vistta and ,l4 villsa are the same1 although put in many catalogues as different species4 ,none of them ought to be much watered over the foliage1 as it adheres to the down1 and causes the young shoots to damp off4 ,drain the pots well1 and keep the plants in an airy situation4 ,lysinmas1 four species1 closely allied to ,epcris4 ,in every respect treatment the same4 ,l4 pentaptalum1 ,l4 conspicum1 and ,l4 rseum1 are the best2 the flowers of the two former are white4 ,l4 silaiflia has leaves bipinnatifid and smooth1 segments wedge-shaped and cut4 ,l4 dentta and ,l4 iliciflia are the finest2 the pots should be drained4 ,loncera japnica4 ,there is a plant in our collections known by that name1 which is now ,nintooa longiflra2 flowers of a straw colour1 but come out white4 ,it has been known to withstand the winter1 but does not flower1 and is frequently killed entirely4 ,lychnis corota1 is an esteemed ,chinese plant2 flowers-in abundance1 pentapetalous1 large1 and a little indented at the edges2 colour a red-like orange2 flowers terminale and axillary4 ,the roots must be divided every spring1 or they will dwindle away to nothing4 ,perhaps a good method of treatment would be to divide the roots1 and plant them in the garden2 they would flower well1 and could be lifted in the fall1 and put under protection4 ,we have no doubt that it may become acclimated4 ,if not done so1 plant them in four inch pots1 and repot them into those of six inch in ,may4 ,do not expose them while in flower to the mid-day sun1 for it will deteriorate the fine colour4 ,leptosprmums1 about thirty species1 all pretty ,new ,holland evergreen dwarf shrubs1 with small white flowers4 ,l4 bacctum1 ,l4 pndulum1 ,l4 junperinum1 ,l4 ovtum1 ,l4 stelltum1 ,l4 grandiflrum1 and ,l4 scoprium1 are the best of the species4 ,the latter was used as tea by ,capt4 ,cook's ship's crew4 ,it is an agreeable bitter1 with a pleasant flavour1 when fresh4 ,when young plants are growing1 they ought to be frequently topped to make them bushy1 and kept in an airy situation1 or they will be drawn and unsightly4 ,they are of very easy culture4 ,leucadndrons1 ,silver tree1 above forty species1 all natives of ,cape of ,good ,hope4 ,they are evergreens with handsome1 silvery-like foliage4 ,l4 argentum 7once ,prtea argenta7 is a great beauty2 foliage white1 lanceolate1 and silky4 ,it is a plant that has been long in cultivation1 greatly admired1 and much sought for1 and is the finest of the genus4 ,l4 squarrsum1 ,l4 stelltum1 7once ,prtea stellaris7 ,l4 trtum1 ,l4 servceum1 ,l4 margntum1 and ,l4 plumsum 7once ,p4 parviflra7 are all fine species4 ,the pots must be well drained1 and the plants never over-watered4 ,they are very desirable in collections for their beauty of foliage2 flowers similar to ,prtea4 ,magnlias4 ,there are four species that require the protection of our ,green-houses2 all the others are hardy4 ,m4 fuscta1 and ,m4 annonflia1 are very similar in foliage and flower3 the young branches and leaves of ,m4 fuscta is covered with a brown1 rusty-like down2 the other by some is considered merely a variety2 flowers small1 brown1 and very sweet-scented4 ,m4 pmila is very dwarf growing2 leaves large and netted2 flowers semi-double1 white1 pendant1 and fragrant4 ,they are natives of ,china4 ,we have several others from the east1 but being deciduous are perfectly hardy4 ,m4 odoratssima1 now ,taluma ,candlii1 a native of the ,island of ,java1 and said to be very odoriferous1 but is very rare even in ,europe2 said to have a straw coloured flower4 ,m4 conspcua is desirable to have in the ,green-house1 if enarched on a stock of ,m4 purprea1 which will always keep it dwarf1 and it will flower magnificently in ,february and ,march4 ,melalucas1 above thirty species1 and a beautiful genus of ,new ,holland plants1 of easy culture2 flowers come out of the wood like fringes4 ,m4 elptica1 ,m4 flgens1 scarlet1 ,m4 decussta1 ,m4 hypericiflia1 ,m4 squarrsa1 ,m4 linariflia1 ,m4 incana1 ,m4 tetragnia1 ,m4 thymiflia1 are all very fine species1 and flower freely if they have been grown from cuttings2 the singularity of flower and diversity of foliage make them generally thought of4 ,maurndias1 three species1 of very pretty climbing ,green-house plants1 flowering from ,march to ,october4 ,m4 ,barclyana has splendid flowers1 large1 light blue1 campanulate1 and very abundant4 ,m4 semperflrens has rose coloured flowers1 of the same character4 ,they will flower best if planted in the ground4 ,myrsnes1 ,cape ,myrtle1 dwarf cape evergreen shrubs covered with small flowers from ,march to ,may4 ,m4 retsa has green and purple flowers2 ,m4 rotundiflia1 flowers white and purple4 ,they will grow in any situation1 and are of easy culture4 ,mspilus japnica4 ,the plant1 known under that name1 is now ,eriabtrya japnica1 ,loquat1 is a fine plant with large lanceolate1 distantly serrated leaves1 white underneath2 small white flowers on a racemose spike1 and produces a fruit about the size of a walnut1 of a fine yellow blush colour1 and of delicious flavour4 ,if it flowers in the fall1 it will require the heat of a ,hot-house to ripen the fruit4 ,it is of very easy culture1 and its noble aspect is never passed unobserved4 ,metrosidros1 about five species4 ,many have been added to ,callistmon4 ,m4 flrida1 ,m4 umbellata1 and ,m4 angustiflia1 are the best species4 ,c4 salgnum1 ,c4 lanceoltum1 variety semperiflrens1 ,c4 glacum1 once ,m4 specisa1 has splendid scarlet flowers and ,c4 formsum2 these are all beautiful plants1 with scarlet flowers4 ,other two beautiful species with white flowers have been given to ,angphora4 ,a4 cordiflia1 once ,m4 hspida1 and ,a4 lanceolta1 once ,m4 costta2 these genera are very easily distinguished from any other ,australasian shrubs1 by the peculiar character of having both sides of the leaves alike4 ,the flowers consist of stamens1 stiles1 and anthers1 coming in hundreds out of the young wood for the length of three or four inches1 forming a dense cone crowned with a small twig2 leaving capsules in the wood1 which will keep their seeds perfect for a great number of years4 ,they grow freely1 and the pots should be well drained4 ,myrtus1 ,myrtle1 is a well known and popular shrub1 especially the common varieties2 and was a great favourite1 7even to adoration17 among the ancients4 ,it was the mark of authority for ,athenian rulers1 and is amongst the moderns an emblem of pre-eminence4 ,they are elegant evergreen shrubs1 with an agreeable odour4 ,m4 commnis multiplx1 double flowering1 is a very neat shrub1 and flowers abundantly4 ,m4 commnis leucocrpa1 ,white-fruited ,myrtle1 is quite unique1 when the berries are on it4 ,m4 itlica variagta1 striped leaved2 ,m4 itlica maculta1 blotch leaved1 are very fine shrubs2 and ,m4 tomentsa1 ,chinese ,myrtle1 is a magnificent erect growing shrub1 with a white down over the foliage2 the flowers are the largest of the genus4 ,when they first expand1 they are white1 and afterwards change to purple1 so that there are beautiful flowers of several shades of colour on the plant4 ,we have not the smallest doubt but this species will become in many instances as plentiful as the common myrtle4 ,it is more easily grown1 but cannot stand much exposure to the sun in summer4 ,m4 tenuiflia is a very fine plant1 and a native of ,new ,south ,wales4 ,myrtles in general should be sprinkled with water in the evenings1 to keep off mildew and red spider4 ,nandna domstica1 the only species1 and a popular shrub in the gardens of ,japan1 where it is called ,nandin4 ,it has supra-decompound leaves1 with entire lanceolate leaflets1 a kind of foliage that is very rare2 the flowers are small1 whitish green1 in panicles1 succeeded by berries of the size of a pea2 drain the pots well4 ,nrium1 7,oleander17 is a genus of beautiful erect growing evergreen shrubs1 of the easiest culture1 and abundant in flower4 ,n4 olender is the common rose coloured single flowering species1 from which six varieties have originated4 ,at present the most popular is ,n4 olender splndens1 which has a double rose coloured flower4 ,there is one that has got in our collections as double white which is only semi-double4 ,we have seen a white1 variety as double as ,n4 o4 splndens1 and have no doubt but in a few years it will be plentiful4 ,n4 olender elegantssimum1 a most beautiful plant1 with deep silver-edged foliage2 and the young wood is striped white and green4 ,we are not positive in respect to the beauty of its flowers1 but it has a high character4 ,we have heard of a double-yellow variety1 but the reports are not properly authenticated2 and we doubt it very much4 ,there are likewise single yellow1 single white1 and single blotched varieties of ,n4 olender4 ,they are subject to the small white scaly insect1 and should be frequently washed1 as has been directed1 to keep it off4 ,oleas1 ,olive1 about twelve species and varieties4 ,o4 ,europa longiflia1 is the species that is cultivated to such an extent in the south of ,france1 and ,italy4 ,o4 ,europa latiflia is chiefly cultivated in ,spain4 ,the fruit is larger than that of ,italy1 but the oil is not so pleasant1 which is obtained by crushing the fruit to a paste1 and pressing it through a woollen bag1 adding hot water as long as any oil is yielded4 ,the oil is then skimmed off the water1 and put into barrels1 bottles1 c4 for use4 ,the tree seldom exceeds thirty feet1 and is a branchy glaucous evergreen1 and said to be of great longevity4 ,some plantations at ,turin in ,italy are supposed to have existed from the time of ,pliny4 ,it frequently flowers in our collections1 but seldom carries fruit2 flowers white1 in small racemose axillary spikes4 ,o4 cupnsis has a thick large oblong foliage2 flowers white1 in large terminale panicles4 ,o4 verrucsa1 foliage flat1 lanceolate1 and white beneath1 branches curiously warted4 ,o4 fragrns1 foliage and blossoms are both highly odoriferous2 the plant is much esteemed in ,china1 and is said to be used to adulterate and flavour teas4 ,leaves are elliptic1 lanceolate1 and a little serrated2 flowers white in lateral bunches4 ,it is subject to the small1 white scaly insect1 and ought to be carefully kept from them by washing4 ,o4 paniculata is a fine species4 ,they are all very easily cultivated4 ,oxylbiums1 seven species1 plants very similar to ,callistachys1 with ovate1 cordate1 light coloured1 pubescent foliage1 with papilionaceous flowers4 ,o4 obtusiflium has scarlet flowers2 ,o4 retsum1 orange flowers2 and ,o4 ellpticum1 yellow flowers4 ,they grow freely1 and should be well drained2 flower from ,may to ,august4 ,pelargniums1 ,stork's ,bill4 ,this genus1 so universally known amongst us as ,gernium1 from which it was separated many years ago1 is a family of great extent and variety1 for which we are principally indebted to the ,cape of ,good ,hope4 ,by cultivation from seed many hundred beautiful species and well marked varieties have been obtained4 ,there are about five hundred species1 with upwards of two hundred varieties4 ,they are of every character1 colour and shade1 of the most vivid description4 ,the easy cultivation of the ,pelargnium tribe1 or ,gerniums1 as they are commonly called1 has rendered them very popular2 also the agreeableness of scent and fragrance of which many of them are possessed1 makes them favourites4 ,if their flowering season was of longer duration1 the varieties and species would be quite indispensable in collections2 but there is every appearance that in a few years the aspect of them will be changed4 ,the present prevailing colour of the flower1 7which has five petals1 three hanging and two erect1 the erect petals being always of the darkest shade17 is a white or pink ground1 with lilac1 purple1 or pink stripes1 flakes1 or spots1 and blooms from ,april to ,june2 though they bloom profusely in large bunches1 the time is limited4 ,the species and varieties that have a red ground1 with black or dark crimson stripes or spots1 generally bloom during the whole summer4 ,these1 though scarce in the collections of the country1 will in a few years root out those whose flowers are of such short duration1 and by their blooms charm us half of the year4 ,the tuberous and fleshy stemmed species are far more interesting to the discriminating inquirer than the common kinds4 ,their habit and constitution are so peculiar1 that we have frequently wondered that they have not been separated into distinct genera4 ,the cultivation of them is more difficult1 water being very prejudicial to them when they are inactive4 ,when they are well managed1 they flower beautifully1 and the colours are very superior and peculiar1 having frequently bright green and purple in the same flower4 ,if some of the colours of these could be compounded with the large flowering kinds1 those hybridised would be magnificent4 ,the best method to adopt in impregnating these1 is to choose the female1 one that has large flowers1 of easy cultivation1 and as nearly allied in character and other habits as possible4 ,when a flower of the intended female is newly expanded1 take a pair of very fine pointed scissors1 and cut off the anthers before the pollen expands2 then as soon as the summit of the stile divides1 apply the pollen taken from the anthers of the intended male plant on a very fine camel hair pencil1 or cut out the stigma entirely1 and place the anther on the summit of the stile1 which1 if correctly done1 will have the desired effect4 ,as soon as the seed is ripe1 sow it in light sandy soil2 and when it has come up1 take care not to over-water the soil1 which would cause them to damp off4 ,when they are about one inch high1 put them into small pots1 and treat as the other varieties4 ,have them all distinctly marked until they flower1 which will be in the second year from the time of sowing4 ,phrmium tnax1 ,new ,zealand flax lily1 the only species2 foliage resembling an ,iris1 and very thready4 ,in ,new ,zealand and ,norfolk ,island1 the natives manufacture from this plant a kind of stuff like coarse linen1 cordage1 c42 the plant is very hardy1 and we would be no way surprised to see it stand the severity of our winters4 ,it bears exposure to the open air in ,europe in the #efth degree of north latitude4 ,the flowers are said to be yellow and lily-like2 of the easiest culture4 ,phylicas1 above twenty-five species4 ,several of them are very pretty growing evergreen shrubs1 and of easy culture4 ,p4 horizontlis1 ,p4 squarrsa1 ,p4 imbricta1 ,p4 myrtiflia1 ,p4 callsa1 ,p4 bcolor1 and ,p4 ericodes1 are all neat growing2 flowers small1 white1 in heads2 drain the pots well1 and keep them in an airy situation4 ,the foliage of several of the species is downy4 ,pimleas1 about fourteen species4 ,most of them are highly esteemed1 and are not often seen in our collections4 ,p4 decussta is the finest of the genus1 both in foliage and flowers1 which are red1 and in large terminale clusters2 ,p4 rsea1 ,p4 liniflia1 white1 ,p4 spicta1 and ,p4 drupcea1 are all fine species4 ,the latter has the largest foliage1 which is ovate and accuminate2 berry-bearing4 ,they should be well drained4 ,they are very small evergreen shrubs1 with white or red flowers4 ,pittsporums1 about nine species1 with handsome foliage1 and small white flowers in clusters1 which are fragrant4 ,p4 ,tobra is a native of ,china1 and nearly hardy2 leaves lucid1 obovate1 obtuse1 and smooth4 ,p4 undultum1 ,p4 coriceum1 ,p4 revoltum1 ,p4 flvum1 and ,p4 ferrugneum1 are very ornamental evergreens1 and will grow with the most simple treatment4 ,platylbiums1 ,flat ,pea1 four species of fine free flowering plants2 flowers leguminose2 colour yellow4 ,p4 formsum1 ,p4 ortum1 and ,p4 triangulre1 are the best2 the foliage of the two former is cordate1 ovate2 the latter hastate1 with spiny angles4 ,pistcias1 seven species of trees1 principally of the south of ,europe4 ,there is nothing particular in their appearance1 except their productions in their native country4 ,p4 terebnthus is deciduous1 and produces the ,cyprus turpentine4 ,p4 lentscus is the true mastich tree1 which is obtained by cutting transverse incisions in the bark4 ,p4 vra and ,p4 reticulta are good species2 leaves pinnated2 leaflets ovate1 lanceolate2 easily cultivated4 ,plumbgos1 ,lead-wort4 ,there are only two species of any consequence belonging to the ,green-house1 ,p4 trstis and ,p4 capnsis4 ,the former is a shy flowerer1 but the latter flowers freely2 colour beautiful light blue1 and flowers in spikes2 foliage oblong1 entire1 and a little glaucous2 of very easy culture1 and continues in bloom a considerable time4 ,psorleas1 above forty species4 ,a few of them are worthy of cultivation1 ,p4 odoratssima1 ,p4 spicta1 ,p4 aculeta1 ,p4 argntea1 and ,p4 tomentsa4 ,they have all blue flowers1 and leguminose4 ,they are chiefly low shrubs2 and will flower and grow freely2 the pots require draining4 ,podalyrias1 about fourteen species of pretty ,cape shrubs2 foliage oblong1 obovate1 and silky-like2 the flowers leguminose2 colour blue or pink4 ,p4 sercea1 ,p4 styraciflia1 ,p4 corscans1 ,p4 argntea1 ,p4 lipariodes1 and ,p4 subbiflra1 are the finest and most distinct species1 and flower abundantly4 ,petsonias1 about sixteen species of dwarf evergreen shrubs2 leaves oblong1 or lanceolate1 hairy1 or downy2 flowers axillary and solitary2 the pots should be well drained1 and the plants in summer protected from the sun4 ,p4 hirsta1 ,p4 mllis1 ,p4 teretiflia1 and ,p4 lcida1 are the most distinct1 and grow freely4 ,prteas1 about forty-four species4 ,the foliage of this genus is very diversified2 flowers very large1 terminale2 stamens protected by an involucrum2 many-leaved and imbricated2 which is very persistent4 ,p4 cynarodes has the largest flower1 which is purple1 green1 and red4 ,p4 specisa1 ,p4 umbonlis1 once ,p4 longiflia1 ,p4 melaleca1 ,p4 grandiflra1 ,p4 coccnea1 ,p4 cenocrpa1 ,p4 pllens1 ,p4 formsa1 ,p4 magnfica1 ,p4 specisa rbra1 and ,p4 mellfera1 will afford a very good variety4 ,it is almost impossible to describe their true colour1 it being so various2 red1 white1 straw1 brown1 green1 and purple1 are most predominant1 and frequently to be seen in the same flower2 the plants must be well drained2 and during warm weather be careful that they are not neglected in water1 for if they are suffered to droop1 they seldom recover4 ,for this reason the pots ought not to stand in the strong sun2 the plants can bear it1 but to the roots it is injurious4 ,pultenas1 about forty species1 pretty little dwarf growing shrubs of ,new ,south ,wales2 flowers small1 leguminose1 all yellow1 with a little red outside of the petals4 ,p4 villsa1 ,p4 obcordta1 ,p4 argntea1 ,p4 plumsa1 ,p4 flxilis1 shining leaved1 fragrant2 ,p4 cndida1 and ,p4 strcta1 are all fine species1 and esteemed in collections4 ,the leaves are all small2 they require an airy exposure1 and the pots drained4 ,rhododndrons 7,rose tree71 a magnificent genus1 and contains some of the most superb and gigantic plants that adorn the ,green-house4 ,all the ,azleas 7except ,a4 procmbens7 both ,chinese and ,american1 have been arranged under this genus4 ,at present the most admired is ,r4 arbreum1 with varieties4 ,r4 arbreum has deep scarlet flowers1 with dark spots and flakes campanulated1 and in large clusters2 leaves lanceolate1 acute1 rough1 and silvery beneath4 ,r4 arbreum albm is very rare4 ,r4 arbreum suprbum1 flowers same shape as arbreum1 colour bright scarlet2 foliage one third larger1 but not silvery beneath2 grows freely1 and generally thought the finest variety4 ,r4 arbrea lte-,clrance is also very superb4 ,there are several other varieties of minor note4 ,a ,green-house without some of the scarlet varieties of that plant1 is deficient of a flower whose beauty and grandeur are beyond the highest imagination4 ,it is a native of ,nepaul in ,india1 and when found by ,dr4 ,wallach awakened the ambition of every cultivator and connoisseur in ,europe4 ,there are several other species brought from that country lately1 but none of them has yet flowered4 ,they are highly valued from the productions of the above2 the species are ,r4 campanultum1 ,r4 anthopgon1 and ,r4 cinnammeum4 ,this is named from the colour of the leaves1 which are very peculiar and very handsome2 the flowers are said to be rose-coloured4 ,these three last cannot be purchased under an immense price2 the others have been rarely seen in our collections1 but another year or two will make them more plentiful4 ,their beauty of flower is beyond description4 ,the pots should be well drained1 and if they are large1 put several pieces of sandy stones or potshreds around the side1 for the fine fibres delight to twine about such1 being mountainous plants4 ,rollas1 pretty leafy shrubs1 with blue terminale funnel-shaped flowers1 lip-spreading2 ,r4 cillita1 ,r4 spicta1 and ,r4 pedunculta1 are the finest of the genus4 ,the pots must be well drained1 and care taken that they are not over-watered4 ,slvia 7,sage71 is an extensive genus of soft-wooded1 shrubby1 or herbaceous plants2 very few of them do well in the ,green-house1 and many of them are very trifling1 having no other attraction than the flower1 and those of the tender species1 when compared with ,s4 legans1 ,s4 splndens1 ,s4 crlea1 and ,s4 coccnea1 7which in artificial climates constitute the standard of the genus17 are not worth cultivation4 ,these last mentioned1 if kept in the ,green-house1 will merely keep in life1 but a situation in the ,hot-house would cause them to flower frequently4 ,the best method to adopt with the summer flowering kinds1 is to plant them in the garden in ,may2 they will grow strong and flower abundantly1 and in the fall they can be lifted1 and preserved during winter in pots4 ,they neither grow nor flower so well as when planted out1 and even a slip planted in the ground in moist weather will root in a few days1 grow1 and flower in a few weeks4 ,s4 splndens is the best to select for the purpose4 ,s4 area1 ,s4 paniculta1 and ,s4 ndica1 are fine species4 ,the latter is white and blue1 with large leaves2 flowers monopetalous1 and irregular2 colour generally red or blue in spiked whorls4 ,all will grow easily with encouragement4 ,sencios4 ,some species of this genus are pestiferous weeds all over the world4 ,they are found near the limits of perpetual snow1 where neither tree nor shrub is able to rear its head4 ,yet there are three species that are neat little plants1 and are worthy of a situation1 viz4 ,s4 grandiflrus1 ,s4 venstus1 and ,s4 cinerscens1 with the double white and red variety of ,s4 legans4 ,the two last varieties are free flowering1 but if allowed to grow several years1 they become unsightly4 ,being very easily propagated1 a few cuttings of them should be put in1 in ,september1 and in two weeks they will strike root1 when they may be put in pots to keep through the winter1 and then planted in the garden1 continuing to renew them4 ,the other mentioned species should be frequently done the same way4 ,do not keep them damp during winter1 or they will rot off4 ,keep them in an airy exposure4 ,schtias1 a beautiful genus of six species1 which will require the warmest part of the ,green-house to keep them4 ,the foliage is handsome2 leaves compound3 leaflets oval-lanceolate1 and in pairs from six to ten2 ,s4 specisa1 crimson1 flowers nearly papilionaceous1 and in bunches1 the most superb of the genus4 ,s4 alta1 ,s4 latiflia1 once ,omphalbium ,schtia1 and ,s4 tamarindiflia1 are the finest2 the flowers of the others are red4 ,the pots require to be drained1 and the plants protected from the hot sun4 ,swainsnas1 four species of free flowering1 soft wooded shrubs1 natives of ,new ,south ,wales4 ,s4 galigiflia1 ,s4 coronillflia1 and ,s4 astragaliflia1 are red1 purple1 and white2 leguminose flowers in spikes from the axils1 are of easy culture1 and deserving of a situation2 the foliage is pinnate2 leaflets ovate1 acute4 ,scttias1 three species of valuable plants2 ,s4 dentta1 with scarlet leguminose blossoms2 leaves opposite1 ovate1 accuminate1 serrate2 ,s4 angustiflia has brown flowers2 ,s4 trapezifrmus1 leaves ovate1 acute1 serrulate4 ,we do not know the colour of its flowers2 the pots must be well drained1 and the plants kept in the warmest part of the ,green-house1 and near the light4 ,sparrmnnias1 are strong growing ,green-house shrubs4 ,s4 africna1 is a plant very common in our collections1 with large three lobed cordate leaves1 hairs on both sides2 flowers from ,march to ,july4 ,s4 rugsa4 ,the leaves are rugged2 flowers of both are white1 in a kind of corymb1 supported by a long footstalk2 buds drooping1 flowers erect4 ,there is a plant known in our collections1 as the free-flowering ,sparrmnnia1 7which is ,entlia arborscens17 and is easily distinguished from ,sparrmnnia by the leaves being cordate1 accuminate1 and otherwise1 by all its filaments being fertile1 and the flowers more branching1 and blooming from ,november to ,june1 profusely2 very easily cultivated1 and desirable4 ,sphrolbiums1 only two species of leafless plants1 with yellow and red leguminose flowers1 which proceed from the young shoots4 ,s4 vimneum and ,s4 mdium4 ,they flower freely1 and are easily cultivated4 ,the old wood should be frequently cut out where it is practicable4 ,drain the pots4 ,sprenglia incarnta11 the only species1 a very pretty plant1 allied to ,epcris2 small foliage1 long1 accuminate2 flowers small1 pink1 bearded1 and in close spikes2 grows freely1 delighting in shade4 ,the pots must be well drained1 and the plants1 when dormant1 watered sparingly1 for if they get sodden about the roots1 they very seldom recover4 ,stylidums1 six species of pretty litte plants1 with small linear leaves1 and remarkable for the singular elasticity of the style or column1 which1 when the flower is newly expanded1 lays to one side1 and on being touched with a pin starts with violence to the opposite side4 ,s4 graminiflium1 ,s4 fruticsum1 ,s4 lariciflium1 and ,s4 adntum1 are all free flowering2 flowers in spikes1 very small2 colour light and dark pink2 blooms from ,april to ,july4 ,s4 adntum is half herbaceous1 and should1 when growing1 be kept nigh the glass1 or it will be drawn1 and the flowers become of a pale colour4 ,they are all of easy cultivation4 ,styphlias1 seven species of very showy flowers1 with mucronate leaves2 corolla in a long tubular form1 having several bundles of hairs in it2 segments reflex and bearded4 ,s4 tubiflra1 crimson1 ,s4 triflra1 crimson and green2 ,s4 adscndens1 and ,s4 longiflia1 are beautiful species4 ,they grow freely1 and should be well drained1 as too much water is very hurtful to them4 ,in summer they ought not to be much exposed to the hot sun1 or the foliage will become brown4 ,salpiglssis1 four species of fine herbaceous ,green-house plants1 natives of ,chili4 ,the flowers are tubular and campanulate4 ,s4 pcta1 flowers white and blue painted2 ,s4 atropurprea1 flowers dark purple1 and ,s4 isnuta1 flowers crimson1 are superb1 and if planted in the garden during summer will flower profusely4 ,they must be lifted in ,october1 and taken under protection4 ,tagtes lcida is found in many of our collections4 ,the leaves are simple1 oblong1 and finely serrated4 ,when rubbed by the hand1 they have an agreeable fragrance2 the flowers are syngenesious1 small1 and in terminale bunches4 ,it is herbaceous2 and when about an inch grown should be divided and potted into five inch pots4 ,repot it again about the first of ,june4 ,it keeps in flower from ,july to ,november4 ,testudinria1 ,elephant's foot1 or ,hottentot's bread1 two species remarkable for their appearance4 ,the root or bulb1 if it may be so called1 is of a conical shape1 and divided into transverse sections4 ,those of one foot diameter are computed to be #aej years of age4 ,it is a climbing herbaceous plant1 with entire reniforme leaves of no beauty2 flowers small2 colour green4 ,the pots must be well drained1 for when the plant is inactive it is in danger of suffering from moisture1 and ought not to get any water4 ,t4 ,elephntiphes and ,t4 montna are the species1 natives of the ,cape of ,good ,hope1 and require the warmest part of the house4 ,txus nucfera1 is the only species that requires protection1 and bears a small acorn2 flowers are trifling2 an evergreen1 with ovate1 lanceolate foliage1 thickly set on the wood2 will grow in any situation4 ,there is a plant in our collections known as ,t4 chinnsis or ,t4 elongta1 which is ,podocrpus elongtus4 ,it has lanceolate leaves1 erect growing1 and very hardy2 flowers moeonacious1 and of no estimation except to the curious4 ,telopa speciosssimus1 is the only species1 and was once called ,embthrium speciosssimus4 ,it is now called ,telopa in allusion to the brilliant crimson flowers1 which from their great size are seen at a large distance1 and which render it one of the most conspicuous productions of ,new ,south ,wales4 ,the leaves are oblong1 deeply toothed1 veiny1 and smooth2 wood strong2 flower ovate1 connate1 and terminale1 and of considerable duration4 ,there ought to be a specimen of it in every collection4 ,the pots must be well drained1 and the plant in the extreme heat of summer not too much exposed to the sun4 ,templetnia1 a very pretty genus1 containing only two species4 ,t4 retsa is an erect growing shrub1 with wedge-shaped green leaves4 ,t4 gluca1 leaves glacuous1 blunt1 and a little apiculate2 flowers of both scarlet4 ,they are leguminose plants of free growth1 and should be well drained2 blooming from ,april to ,june4 ,tristnias1 seven species of evergreen shrubs4 ,several of them require to be very large before they flower4 ,t4 neriiflia is a very neat little plant1 and flowers abundantly2 colour yellow2 shape star-like1 and in clusters2 leaves lanceolate and opposite4 ,t4 confrta1 white flowers in spikes1 leaves alternate4 ,t4 suavolens1 sweet-scented2 flowers yellow4 ,they are all of very easy culture4 ,verbnas4 ,a few of these are showy1 herbaceous1 ,green-house plants4 ,v4 chamdryflia1 lately known as ,v4 ,melndres1 is a beautiful plant of a procumbent habit2 flowers brilliant scarlet1 in glomerated heads from the axils of the young shoots2 blooming from ,april to ,october4 ,a large plant will appear as a solid mass of scarlet4 ,v4 lambrtii and ,v4 pulchlla are also very pretty2 colour1 rose and lilac4 ,a very good method of treating these plants1 is1 to plant them in the garden in ,april2 and give them copious waterings in dry weather1 and they will flower profusely1 lifting some of the plants before frost1 to preserve them during winter4 ,they ought to be allowed to run according to their nature2 for if tied up1 they will not do so well1 being in that way too much exposed4 ,there is a plant known in our collections as ,verbna triphylla1 which is ,aloysia citriodra4 ,the flowers are in long spikes1 very small1 and pale purple4 ,the celebrity of the plant is in the foliage1 which is linear1 lanceolate1 ternate1 and it has the most agreeable fragrance in the vegetable world4 ,it is of very easy culture1 and has been known to survive the winter1 in open air1 in ,philadelphia4 ,it is deciduous1 and would do to plant in the garden during summer1 lifting it again before frost1 and putting it under protection through winter4 ,when large before it begins to grow1 in spring cut it into a neat shape or form4 ,vibrnums4 ,a few of these are very ornamental evergreen shrubs1 and almost hardy4 ,v4 tnus is the well known ,laurestine1 7or what is commonly called ,laurestinus17 is of the easiest culture2 flowers small white1 and in large flattened panicles2 blooming from ,february to ,may1 and universally esteemed4 ,it will stand the winter by a little protection1 but the flower buds being formed in the fall1 the intense frost destroys them2 consequently1 it will not flower except by the buds1 which sometimes form early in summer4 ,v4 lcidum is a good species1 and superior in flower and foliage to the former1 but does not flower so freely1 when the plants are small4 ,when they grow large1 they flower profusely4 ,there is a desirable variegated variety4 ,v4 odoratssimum has smooth evergreen1 oblong1 elliptic1 distantly toothed1 leaves1 and frequently a stripe in them1 is sweet-scented1 and a free flowerer4 ,v4 hirstum has flowers similar to the above2 foliage ovate1 with rough brown hairs on both sides1 and very characteristic4 ,v4 strctum variagtum is a very fine variety1 and upright growing4 ,these plants are all very desirable1 blooming early in spring1 and continuing for several months2 all easily cultivated4 ,viminria denudta1 the only species4 ,this plant is remarkable for its twiggy appearance1 but it has no foliage1 except when growing from seed4 ,it has at the extremity of the twigs or shoots1 an ovate1 lanceolate1 leaf1 disappearing when the plant grows old2 the flowers are small1 yellow1 coming out of the young shoots1 to the astonishment of the beholder4 ,it grows freely4 ,virglia capnsis is a beautiful cape shrub1 with a compound leaf of twenty-five leaflets1 ovate1 lanceolate1 edges hairy2 flowers in spikes at the axils2 colour blue and leguminose4 ,the pots require to be well drained1 and the plants protected from the sun4 ,volkamria japnica4 ,there is a plant known in our collections under that name1 which is ,clerodndron frgrans mltiplex4 ,it keeps in a good ,green-house1 and flowers well1 frequently blooming during winter1 and if planted in the garden during summer1 will flower superbly4 ,the flowers have a delicious fragrance2 but if the foliage is rubbed with the hand1 the smell is not so pleasant4 ,the leaves are large1 round1 ovate1 and tomentose2 flowers corymbose1 compact1 and terminale4 ,there are several fine plants in ,clerodndron belonging to the ,hot-house4 ,this plant will not bear much fumigation4 ,witsnias1 four species4 ,w4 corymbsa is a plant that has stood in high estimation ever since it was known1 but unfortunately there is a very inferior plant1 ,arista cynea1 got into our collections under that name4 ,the panicles of ,w4 corymbsa is quite smooth2 those of ,arista are hairy1 which is itself sufficient to detect them2 but otherwise the appearance of ,w4 corymbsa is much stronger1 and more erect growing1 not inclining to push at the roots so much as ,arista4 ,the foliage is lanceolate and amplexicaule1 the leaves having much the nature and appearance of ,iris4 ,the plant is of easy culture1 and blooms from ,november to ,april2 colour fine blue4 ,the true one has come into the country lately4 ,w4 ramsa is a very fine species1 similar to the above2 flowers yellow and blue2 plant branching4 ,westrngias1 a genus of four species1 very like the common ,rosemary4 ,w4 rosmarinifrmis1 leaves lanceolate1 and silvery beneath2 ,w4 longiflia is similar2 both have small white silvery flowers1 and are easily cultivated4 ,zmias1 about twenty species1 eight of which belong to this compartment4 ,the foliage is greatly admired1 and is in large fronds1 with oblique1 lanceolate leaflets4 ,several of them glaucous4 ,it bears heads of flowers of a brown colour in the centre of the plant1 very like large pine cones4 ,z4 hrrida1 the finest1 ,z4 pngens1 ,z4 spralis1 and ,z4 latiflia1 are the most conspicuous4 ,they must be kept in the warmest part of the ,green-house2 and give them large well drained pots4 ,they are imported from the ,cape of ,good ,hope4 ,all the plants herein named requiring to be drained4 ,in preparing the pots1 place first a piece of broken pot1 or any similar substitute1 with the convex side on the hole of the pot1 and then put in a few1 or a handful1 7according to the size of the pot17 of shivers of broken pots1 or round gravel1 about the size of garden pease4 ,those that we have mentioned in this ,repotting1 as to be done in this1 or beginning of next month1 is not intended to apply to plants in general1 large and small1 but to those that are young1 and require encouragement1 or to those that were not shifted last autumn4 ,the roots must not be disturbed1 but the ball turned out entire2 and put as much earth as will raise the ball within about an inch of the rim of the pot4 ,press the earth down around it with a thin-narrow piece of wood1 frequently shaking it that no vacancy may be left4 ,if the roots are rotten1 or otherwise injured1 take all such off4 ,if this be the case1 the plant will be sickly4 ,give it a new pot of a smaller size1 administering water moderately until there are visible signs of fresh growth4 ,the plants must not be disturbed while flowering2 let the repotting be done afterwards4 ,plants are1 at certain stages of growth1 if in good health1 in such a state that no one can err in shifting them when desirous to hasten their growth4 ,those plants that make two or more growths during the summer may be repotted in the interim of any of these growths1 and all others just before they begin to push in the spring2 that is1 when the wood buds are perceptibly swelled4 ,never saturate with water fresh potted plants4 ,there are many kinds that1 without injury1 could be repotted when growing2 but it requires an experienced operator to decide4 ,it would be of no material service to enumerate them here4 ,when done potting1 tie all up neatly with stakes rather higher than the plant1 that the new shoots may be tied thereto during their stage of growth1 to prevent them from being destroyed by the wind4 ,there may be many that do not require repotting1 but would be benefited by a top-dressing4 ,this should be done by probing off all the surface earth down to the roots1 replacing it with fresh compost1 suitable to the nature of the plant4 ,when the above is done1 arrange all the plants in proper order1 and syringe them clean2 but if there are any of the ,green-fly1 they must be fumigated previous to syringing4 ,take an opportunity1 on the first fine day1 to wash out all the pavement of the house1 which should be made dry before the evening if the nights are cold4 ,thus every part of the house will be in order before the hurry of the garden commences4 ,,of ,,enarching ,,or ,,grafting ,,by ,,approach1 also termed ,,ablactation4 ,in this method of grafting1 the scion is not separated from the parent plant until it is firmly united with the stock2 consequently1 they must stand contiguously4 ,we intend the following method to apply directly to ,camllias1 as they are the principal plants in the ,green-house that are thus worked4 ,the criterion for the operation is1 just as the plants begin to grow1 either in spring or mid-summer4 ,place the stock contiguous to the plant where the graft or enarch is to be taken from4 ,if the branches1 where the intended union is to take place1 do not grow at equal heights1 a slight stage may be erected to elevate the pot that holds the lower4 ,take the branch that is to be enarched1 7the wood of last or previous year is the most proper17 and bring it in contact with the stock2 mark the parts where they are to unite1 so as to form a pointed arch4 ,in that part of the branch which is to rest against the stock1 pare off the bark and part of the wood to about two or three inches in length1 and in the side of the stock which is to receive the graft1 do the same1 that the inside rind of each may be exactly opposite1 which is the first part where a union will take place4 ,bind them firmly and neatly together with strands of ,russia matting1 and protect the joint from the air by a coat of close composition2 clay of the consistency of thick paint1 turpentine1 or wax1 will equally answer4 ,finish by fastening the grafted branch to the head of the stock or a rod4 ,many practitioners make a slit or tongue into the enarch and stock1 but we find it unnecessary1 more tedious1 and likewise more danger in breaking4 ,camllias are also grafted1 and budded1 but these two operations require great experience and continued attention1 and seldom prove so successful as enarching4 ,when they have perfectly taken1 which will be after the first growth is over1 begin to separate them by cutting the scion a little at three different periods1 about a week apart1 separating it at the third time4 ,if the head is intended to be taken off the stock1 do it in like manner after the second growth is over4 ,by the above method1 many kinds can be grown on the same stock4 ,the same plan applies to all evergreens4 ,flower ,garden4 ,,march4 ,it is expected that all the pruning is finished4 ,if not1 get all expeditiously done1 according to directions given in the preceding months1 likewise all digging1 and that which was dug in the autumn1 point over1 or half dig1 that all may have a neat appearance4 ,this must not be done when the ground is too much imbibed with moisture1 as that would harden the soil4 ,break it well with the spade1 leaving it one or two days before the surface is raked smooth1 that all may be ready to receive the seeds or plants that are intended to be sown or planted4 ,as soon as the frost is entirely gone1 uncover all plants or shrubs that have been protected2 preserving carefully such articles as will answer the same purpose next year4 ,the frost disappears generally from the middle to the end of this month4 ,cut off all decayed shoots1 or such as have been hurt by the frost4 ,the ,lagerstrmias will flower in greater perfection if they are cut closely2 that is1 where the wood of last year is cut to within a few eyes of the wood of the previous year1 at the same time having regard to the shape that the plant is required to take4 ,cut off the injured part of any of the evergreens that have had their foliage much injured by the severity of winter1 leaving the part that is green1 which is essential to the support of these kinds of plants4 ,such work as can be done in this month1 should not be delayed1 such as hoeing1 digging1 raking1 and clearing away all decayed leaves1 and litter of every description that have been brought or blown in the garden1 during autumn or winter4 ,,box ,,edgings ,may be planted any time this month1 or beginning of next1 which in most seasons will be preferable4 ,we will give a few simple directions how to accomplish the work4 ,in the first place1 dig over the ground deeply where the edging is intended to be planted1 breaking the soil fine1 and keeping it to a proper height1 viz4 about one inch higher than the side of the walk2 but the taste of the operator will best decide according to the situation4 ,rake the surface even1 and tread it down with the feet1 or beat it with the spade4 ,where it gives most1 continue to add1 keeping the surface at the desired height4 ,if the edging is to be in a direct line1 either on a level or inclined plane1 you may be correctly and simply regulated by making the desired level at each end of the line4 ,take three rods about four feet long each1 having a piece of one foot to cross at one end1 two of these pieces painted black1 the other white4 ,have a black one at each end of the line on the level1 take the white one for the centre1 going along the line1 and about every twenty feet1 level a spot to the exact height1 which will be seen by looking over the top of the rods from one end4 ,having found the level1 drive in a peg to it1 so that no mistake may occur2 beat and level between them1 leaving a smooth surface4 ,this being done1 strain the line1 and with the spade proceed to cut out the trench perpendicularly on the side next the walk1 six1 eight1 ten1 or twelve inches deep1 according to the length of the plants4 ,afterwards take the plants1 and cut the tops even1 with the knife or shears1 at the same time shortening the roots4 ,then with the left hand next the line1 plant forward1 keeping the tops of the plants level1 and from one to two inches above ground1 keeping the plants close according to the required thickness4 ,put in the earth as you proceed1 and tread it firm1 then rake the surface even1 and with the spade beat it smooth4 ,if the weather sets in very dry1 the box will be the better of a few waterings4 ,sometimes boxwood is planted without roots1 but it seldom gives satisfaction2 not growing equally4 ,,tender ,,annuals4 ,when it is wished to have any of these flower early1 if they were not sown as directed last month1 on a hotbed1 let it be done early in this4 ,those that were sown and now growing freely1 must have plenty of air4 ,in fine days the sashes may be taken off a few hours about mid-day2 and where the plants are too thick1 thin them out a few inches apart1 that the air may circulate amongst them4 ,have another bed ready to transplant them into about the end of this or beginning of next month4 ,when transplanted1 sprinkle them with water1 and shade them with mats from the sun1 one or two days4 ,by this treatment they will be much stronger for planting into the borders1 about the first of ,may4 ,for the different kinds1 see list4 ,,hardy ,,annuals ,may be sown in the borders about the end of the month1 when the ground is prepared1 and the weather fine1 but avoid it at all times if the earth will not pulverise properly4 ,the neatest and most expeditious method is to take a rod about one foot long1 and one inch in diameter1 rounding at the end1 with which end draw a circle of nine inches diameter1 from one inch to one eighth of an inch deep1 according to the size of the seeds4 ,many very small seeds will grow best if sown on the surface of fine mould4 ,when sown1 cover in with the back of the rake1 placing a small twig1 or a tally with the name1 in the centre of the circle1 to prevent mistakes1 either in sowing1 planting1 or hoeing4 ,when they come above ground1 the first moist day should be taken to pull up such as are too crowded4 ,annuals are generally too delicate to bear transplanting1 therefore they ought always to be sown where they are intended to remain4 ,a few kinds do best with removing1 such as ,balsam1 ,mary-gold1 ,china ,aster1 ,stockgilly1 and several others of a free growing1 strong-wooded nature4 ,annuals are such plants as grow from seed1 flower1 and perfect their productions1 and then die1 within one year4 ,for hardy sorts1 see list4 ,sow in rows or fancy spots the varieties of sweet pea4 ,,biennials ,are such as are of two years' duration4 ,being sown this year they flower1 seed1 or fruit next year1 and soon after decay4 ,the seeds should be sown about the end of this or beginning of next month1 either in the spot where they are intended to remain1 or in a compartment by themselves1 regularly marked1 and transplanted when convenient4 ,when they appear above ground1 thin them out distinctly1 that when they are to be removed1 a little earth may adhere to them2 and if put where they are to stand1 leave only three plants4 ,,perennials4 ,in every ,flower-garden there ought to be a good selection of these plants4 ,they are lasting ornaments1 and when judiciously selected1 will give yearly gratification4 ,in making a choice1 a view should be had to have those that flower abundantly1 are of free growth1 beauty1 and continuation of flower4 ,it would go beyond our limits1 to give an extensive description of any1 but a few remarks on some of the finest1 with their names1 are indispensable4 ,adnis vernlis1 is a fine border flower1 and will grow in any common soil2 flowers large1 yellow rayed1 having in the rays about twelve petals2 leaves much divided1 bloom in ,april and ,may4 ,anemne1 ,wind-flower4 ,several fine species1 with flowers from one to three inches in diameter4 ,a4 ,hallri1 blue2 ,a4 pulsatlla1 blue pasque flower2 ,a4 alpna1 large white4 ,these are fine plants1 and are now given to a genus called ,pulsatlla4 ,a4 palmta flre-plno1 yellow2 ,a4 stellta verscolor1 various coloured2 ,a4 pavonna flre-plno1 scarlet2 ,a4 narcissiflra1 white4 ,any of these are very desirable4 ,antirrhnums1 ,snap-dragon4 ,all the varieties of ,a4 mjus are esteemed in the flower borders2 the pure white and bright red are very showy4 ,a few of the species1 ,a4 mlle and ,a4 sculum1 where there is variety required1 deserve a situation4 ,the flowers are all large1 and similar to the snout of an animal4 ,asclpias4 ,the finest of this genus are native plants1 and are highly esteemed in ,europe1 but frequently rejected with us1 because they are wild plants4 ,a4 tubersa has beautiful orange flowers1 and delight in dry situations4 ,a4 rbra1 ,a4 nvea1 ,a4 purpurscens2 and ,a4 incarnta1 are the finest of the family4 ,it is best to plant ,a4 tubersa in ,october4 ,acontums1 ,wolfs'-bane1 one hundred and twenty-eight distinct species1 with several varieties4 ,many of them are of consequence and beauty2 the flower stems rise from one and a half to six feet upright1 and strong1 furnished with many palmate and digitate leaves1 terminated by spikes of blue1 yellow1 or white flowers1 similar to a hood2 hence the name of ,monk's ,hood is often applied to them4 ,they are scarce in collections1 but in a few years we have no doubt but many of them will be plentiful4 ,the finest species are ,a4 specisum1 ,a4 anthra1 ,a4 nerbergensis1 ,a4 amnum1 ,a4 napllus1 ,a4 venstum1 ,a4 zoctonum1 ,a4 pyramidle1 ,a4 lycctonum1 ,a4 albm1 and ,a4 verscolor4 ,they flower from ,may to ,september1 and will grow in any common garden soil4 ,the roots of ,a4 napllus are like small turnips1 and are said to be poisonous4 ,cltha palstris flre-plno is a good border plant1 delights in moist situations1 has large cordate1 crenated leaves2 flowers double yellow2 blooming from ,april till ,june2 and is a desirable plant4 ,bllis pernnis hortnsis1 ,daisy4 ,we might almost say with another1 every one knows the ,daisy4 ,it is named from being pretty1 and is perfectly hardy1 though generally kept under cover4 ,they delight to have a shaded situation during summer1 to protect them from the sun1 which1 as it were1 scorches the roots4 ,there are many double varieties in the gardens1 which flower early4 ,the one called ,crown1 or ,carnation ,daisy1 is twice the size of the common varieties1 and has white and red petals alternately1 and very double4 ,loamy soil1 inclined to moisture1 is best adapted to their growth4 ,campnulas4 ,this genus affords many very ornamental plants for the ,flower-garden and ,shrubbery1 and they flower superbly during the summer1 agreeing better with our climate than with that of ,europe4 ,several have two successions of flowers1 ,c4 persiciflia lba plna2 ,c4 persiciflia crlea plno2 ,c4 urticiflia1 white4 ,of this last there is also a double variety4 ,c4 specisa2 ,c4 glomerata2 ,c4 verscolor2 with several others1 are worthy of a situation in every garden4 ,their roots are strong1 fleshy1 and fibrous4 ,they are easy of culture1 and will retain their situation in the severest of our winters4 ,c4 grandiflra is now ,wahlenbrgia grandiflra4 ,it has fine blue large flowers2 the flower stems are slender1 and should be supported as soon as they grow4 ,cheirnthus ,chiri vulgris is the common garden ,wall-flower4 ,there are about ten varieties of it1 all admired for their various colours and agreeable odour4 ,the common variety survives the mildest of our winters4 ,the most esteemed variety is ,hmnthus1 ,double bloody4 ,they should all be protected by a frame4 ,c4 mutbilis is a beautiful species2 it has many shades of colour from lilac to dark purple4 ,the flowers are on extending racemose spikes2 blooming from ,april to ,june2 it requires a light rich soil2 is a half shrubby evergreen plant4 ,chelnes4 ,this genus belongs entirely to this continent1 and possesses many fine species4 ,it is a matter of astonishment that they are not more cultivated and sought for in our collections4 ,c4 glbra2 ,c4 oblqua2 ,c4 barbta2 ,c4 atropurprea2 ,c4 pulchlla2 ,c4 vensta2 and ,c4 specisa2 are all handsome1 and flower from ,may to ,september2 corolla large1 ringent2 ventricose flowers in spikes or panicles4 ,chrysnthemums4 ,there are few of this genus of any consequence as herbaceous plants1 except the varieties of ,c4 sinnse1 of which there are about fifty1 all desirable2 but in small gardens1 where there is a deficiency in room1 the following are select in colour and quality3 ,tubulsum lbum1 quilled white2 suprbum1 superb white2 dscolor1 large lilac2 flvum1 ,spanish brown2 atropurpreum1 early crimson2 involtum1 curled lilac2 fascicultum1 superb cluster yellow2 serotnum1 late pale purple2 papyrceum1 paper white2 ,warath1 yellow ,waratah2 verscolor1 two-coloured red2 stelltum1 starry purple2 verecndum1 early blush2 and mutbile1 changeable pale buff4 ,to grow these in perfection1 they require rich light soil2 and about the end of this month the roots should be lifted1 divided1 and planted into fresh soil1 either by giving them a new situation1 or changing the earth they were in4 ,two or three stems together are quite sufficient4 ,the flowers1 by the above treatment1 will be much larger1 more double1 and finer in colour2 where they are wanted to grow low and bushy1 top them in ,june1 but not later than the first of ,july4 ,where the soil is rich1 and the plant having only one stem1 by topping it1 makes a beautiful bush4 ,they are in flower from the first of ,october until severe frost2 thus beautifying our gardens at a season when they would be destitute of one single attraction4 ,if the season is dry1 to water them with liquid manure will add to their vigour4 ,they are all natives of ,china1 and greatly esteemed by the ,chinese1 who only allow a few blooms to come out on the top of each stem1 thereby having the flowers much finer4 ,clmatis1 ,virgin's-bower4 ,a few species are good herbaceous plants1 of upright growth1 and blue flowers1 ,c4 integriflia2 ,c4 angustiflia2 and ,c4 ercta2 they grow best in light soil4 ,corepsis1 chiefly native plants1 and free-flowering2 colour principally yellow2 flowers rayed4 ,c4 tenuiflia1 ,c4 verticillta1 ,c4 dscolor1 and ,c4 trpteris1 are the finest of the genus1 and will grow in any common garden soil4 ,delphnums4 ,there are some showy border flowers of these1 of strong growth4 ,the leaves are much divided2 the flowers in terminale spikes2 colour blue1 purple1 red1 white and yellow1 with various shades4 ,d4 grandiflrum1 with its varieties1 are the best of the genus4 ,d4 intermdium1 and its varieties1 ,d4 eltum1 ,bee ,larkspur1 from the ringent part of the flower being very like a bee1 and ,d4 montnum1 are good varieties1 and easily cultivated4 ,when the plants become large1 they ought to be divided1 and planted in fresh soil4 ,they are in bloom from ,may to ,september4 ,dinthus4 ,some of the species of this genus are the most prominent of the ,flower-garden1 not only for their beauty1 but also their fragrance1 which is peculiarly grateful1 especially in the well known and celebrated pink and carnation1 with the ,sweet-william1 which was esteemed1 in the days of old1 for its beauty to deck up the bosoms of the beautiful1 and garlands and crowns for pleasure4 ,the finest species are ,d4 barbtus1 and ,d4 barbtus plno1 ,sweet-william2 ,d4 discolor2 ,d4 chinnsis2 ,d4 alpnus1 ,d4 suprbus2 ,d4 caryophyllus1 from which have originated the ,picotee and the ,carnation2 ,d4 plumrius1 from which originated the ,double ,pink2 ,d4 frgrans and ,d4 suprbus4 ,several of these1 although they will stand the severest cold1 have to be protected in frames during winter1 to have them in the perfection of beauty4 ,for the character of a ,pink and ,carnation1 see ,may4 ,dictmnus4 ,two species of this genus1 ,d4 fraxinlla and ,d4 lbus1 have been cultivated and esteemed upwards of two hundred and forty years4 ,a plant of the first of these species1 when gently rubbed1 emits an odour like that of lemon-peel2 and when bruised emits a balsamic scent1 which is strongest in the pedicles of the flowers4 ,they have glands of a rusty colour1 that exude a viscid juice1 or resin1 which exhales in vapour1 and in a dark place may be seen to take fire4 ,its flowers are red1 those of the other white1 in loose terminale spikes2 the flower has five petals1 clawed and unequal1 with glandular dots2 in bloom from ,may to ,july2 delights in sandy loam4 ,dodectheon4 ,this is a native genus1 and commonly called ,american cowslip4 ,the generic term1 a name of the ,romans1 signifying twelve gods or divinities1 is applied with great absurdity to a plant1 a native of a world the ,romans never saw nor had any idea of1 neither resembling1 in any particular1 the poetical fancy of their writers4 ,the most admired species is ,d4 mdia2 the flowers are in umbels1 on a pedicle1 from six to twelve inches high2 the corolla is rotata reflexa1 colour light purple1 bottom of petals lake and yellow2 blooming in ,may4 ,the white variety is very much esteemed1 and surpasses the preceding4 ,the ground is pure white1 the bottom of the petals the same as the other4 ,there is also a spotted variety found on the banks of the ,missouri4 ,they delight in brown loam1 a half shady situation1 inclining to moisture4 ,the foliage soon decays after flowering4 ,digitlis1 ,fox-glove1 about forty species of annuals and herbaceous plants4 ,a few are cultivated in the flower borders1 and are very showy4 ,these are ,d4 leucopha1 ,d4 ferrugnea1 ,d4 ochroleca1 large yellow2 and ,d4 purpurscens2 and are good species4 ,d4 purprea and ,d4 lba1 are very conspicuous biennials2 the flowers are solitary1 and in long spikes2 the corolla of ,d4 purprea is campanulate1 ventricose1 and ringent2 the interior is spotted1 and is considered the finest of the genus4 ,delights in poor soil1 with a little shade4 ,eupatriums4 ,these generally are native plants1 not worthy of notice here1 except for two species4 ,e4 coelestnum has syngenesious flowers in flattened panicles1 colour fine light blue1 blooming from ,september to ,november1 desirable for its beauty at that season4 ,e4 aromticum may be cultivated for its spicy odour2 flowers white1 in loose terminale panicles2 blooming from ,august to ,october4 ,either of them will grow in common soil4 ,gentinas1 a genus of very showy plants1 and flower in great abundance4 ,the flowers are tubular and inflated2 colour generally blue4 ,a few species are yellow1 and some white2 flowers in whorls1 terminale1 or solitary4 ,they grow best in a light rich soil4 ,g4 ltea1 ,g4 purprea1 ,g4 septmfida4 ,g4 acalis is a pretty dwarf growing species1 and often used as edgings in flower compartments2 the flower dark and light blue2 interior of the corolla spotted2 has a succession of flower from ,april to ,june4 ,we have no doubt of it succeeding in our gardens1 but not being plentiful1 it has not been perfectly tried4 ,a few years will exhibit it in abundance4 ,g4 imbricta and ,g4 confrta4 ,they are all fine exotics1 but many of them may give place to our native species1 such as ,g4 ,catesb2 ,g4 ochroleca2 ,g4 incarnta2 with several others1 and ,g4 crinta1 which is a biennial1 and finely fringed2 colour light blue4 ,gum4 ,there are only two species that are worth cultivation1 viz4 ,g4 qullyon1 once ,g4 coccneum2 and ,g4 hybridum4 ,g4 urbnum is sometimes cultivated for its roots1 which1 when chewed1 sweeten the breath4 ,they are all of easy culture4 ,g4 qullyon flowers from ,may to ,october1 and is a very desirable small plant for the borders1 and much esteemed in ,europe4 ,hemerocllis1 ,day ,lily2 two species1 ,h4 flva and ,h4 gramnea1 flower well1 and are remarkable among the border flowers for their large yellow or copper coloured corollas1 some of them about six inches diameter2 bloom from ,may to ,july1 and will grow in almost any soil4 ,there is a plant known in our gardens as ,h4 crlea1 which is ,fnkia crlea1 and has a campanulate corolla1 with a cylindrical tube2 flowers in spikes2 leaves ovate1 accuminate4 ,hibscus4 ,there are several herbaceous species very showy and handsome1 ,h4 palstris2 ,h4 rseus2 ,h4 militris2 ,h4 specisus2 ,h4 grandiflrus2 and ,h4 pngens4 ,they grow best in moist situations1 and where these are not to be had1 give them plenty of water1 and plant in sandy soil enriched with decayed leaves4 ,the flowers are about six inches in diameter1 flowering up the stem1 either solitary or in small bunches4 ,h4 specisus is the most splendid1 and deserves a situation in every garden4 ,the roots in winter ought to be covered by litter1 tan1 or saw dust2 but a better method is to lift them1 and put them in the cellar1 covered with dry earth1 and kept from the frost4 ,all the above mentioned species are improved by being protected during winter4 ,iris1 ,flower-de-luce1 has many fine species of various shades and colours1 ,i4 subiflra1 ,i4 nepalnsis1 ,i4 ,pallsii1 ,i4 pllida1 ,i4 cristta1 ,i4 arenria1 ,i4 furcta1 ,i4 germnica1 ,i4 florentna1 ,i4 vrna1 and ,i4 susina4 ,the last is the finest of the herbaceous species2 the flowers are striped1 blue1 brown1 and spotted2 but we are not certain if it will stand the severity of our winters4 ,the roots of ,i4 florentna is the orrice root of the druggists4 ,they are all of easy culture in any loamy soil inclining to moisture4 ,the bulbous species will be treated of in ,september or ,october4 ,corolla six-petaled1 three erect1 and three reclined alternately2 proceeding from spathes or sheaths with flowers in succession4 ,latris is a genus of native plants1 containing several fine species1 ,l4 squarrsa1 large purple heads of beautiful flowers2 ,l4 legans2 ,l4 paniculta4 ,l4 macrstachya1 now ,l4 spicta1 is a fine large growing species4 ,they have syngenesious purple flowers in long close spikes1 differing from other spiked flowering genera by blooming first at the extremity4 ,they grow best in strong heavy soil4 ,lychnis4 ,three species are very desirable in the flower borders4 ,l4 chalcednica has bright scarlet crowned flowers2 the double scarlet variety is splendid4 ,there is also a double white variety1 ,l4 flgens and ,l4 fls-jvis4 ,they ought to be frequently lifted1 and planted afresh1 or they will dwindle to nothing4 ,the best time is when they begin to grow4 ,there is a plant known in our collections as ,lychnis fls-cucla1 which is now ,agrostma fls-cucla2 it is a fine and showy border plant with double red flowers4 ,they delight in a light sandy rich soil4 ,lythrums4 ,a few species flower well1 and have small pink blossoms in great profusion1 ,l4 altum1 ,l4 virgtum1 ,l4 diffsum1 and ,l4 lanceoltum4 ,they will grow in any common garden soil if not too much shaded2 and flower from ,june to ,september4 ,mimlus1 ,monkey-flower4 ,a few species may be cultivated4 ,they will grow in any soil or situation4 ,m4 lteus and ,m4 rivulris are the best4 ,m4 moschtus has a very strong musk scent1 to many agreeable4 ,we think it will prove hardy4 ,the two former have large gaping flowers1 of a gold yellow1 and beautifully spotted with purple in the interior4 ,monrdas1 a fine native genus and showy4 ,the foliage of several of the species is aromatic1 and resembles mint4 ,m4 ddyma has long scarlet ringent flowers1 in headed whorls2 ,m4 kalmiana1 flowers very long1 and a beautiful crimson1 with fragrant leaves4 ,m4 ,russelliana has red and white flowers2 curious and handsome4 ,m4 punctata has yellow and red flowers2 they grow in any common soil4 ,mathola1 is the generic of the ,stock-gilly4 ,none of them will survive severe winters2 yet many of them are indispensable in the ,flower-garden4 ,m4 simpliciculis1 ,brompton-stock1 and its varieties2 with ,m4 incna1 ,queen-stock1 and its varieties1 require the protection of a good frame in winter1 and about the end of this month1 or beginning of next1 plant them in good light rich soil to flower1 which they will do all summer1 if attended to with frequent supplies of water4 ,m4 nnua has about sixteen varieties1 valuable for flowering the first year from seed1 and are all annuals4 ,they ought to be sown on a gentle hot-bed about the first of this month1 and carefully pricked out so as they may be ready to transplant about the end of ,april or the first of ,may4 ,plant them in light rich soil1 and they will flower profusely through the season2 if it is very dry1 they must be watered to keep them growing4 ,the scarlet1 white1 and purple varieties are the finest2 but there are many intermediate sorts all handsome4 ,m4 glbra is the ,wall-flower leaved stock1 and requires the same treatment as the two former4 ,there are about eight varieties of this1 all various in colour4 ,in planting any of these into the open ground1 choose cloudy weather1 except they have been in pots2 in such case1 plant at any time in beds1 keeping each kind separate4 ,,oenothras4 ,the most of them are indigenous1 and in ,europe they afford a continual ornament to the ,flower-garden from ,april to ,november1 but in our gardens they are entirely neglected4 ,by rejecting these and many others1 our ,flower-gardens are deprived both of much beauty and interest they might easily possess4 ,these plants delight in light rich soil4 ,,oe4 odorta1 sweet scented2 ,,oe4 macrocrpa2 ,,oe4 mdia2 ,,oe4 latiflra2 ,,oe4 ,frazri2 ,,oe4 specisa2 and ,,oe4 pllida2 are all fine native herbaceous plants1 mostly with large yellow four-petaled corollas2 in bloom from ,april to ,september4 ,there are several of them beautiful annual and biennial plants4 ,for the finest1 see list4 ,phlx1 another ,american genus1 and one of the most handsome in cultivation4 ,it consists of elegant border flowers1 valuable for flowering early1 and more so for blossoming late in autumn4 ,while the majority of plants blooming late in the season are generally syngenesious1 with yellow flowers1 these delight us with their lively colours of purple1 red1 and white4 ,a collection of them properly attended to1 would of themselves constitute a beautiful flower garden4 ,it will be difficult to state which are the finest1 but the following are select varieties3 ,p4 paniculta2 ,p4 acuminta2 ,p4 intermdia2 ,p4 odorta2 ,p4 pyramidlis2 with pyramidlis lba1 which is splendid2 ,p4 suavolens2 ,p4 reflxa2 ,p4 stolonfera2 ,p4 pilsa2 ,p4 divaricta2 ,p4 nivlis2 and ,p4 subulta4 ,in the spring of #ahca1 an eminent ,british collector,a exclaimed1 on seeing a patch of ,p4 subulta in one of the pine barrens of ,new ,jersey1 ,the beauty of that alone is worth coming to ,america to see1 it is so splendid4 ,most of the species delight in a rich light sandy loam4 ,when the plants become large1 they ought to be divided1 and planted in fresh ground4 ,a ,mr4 ,drummond4 ,prmulas1 ,primrose4 ,to this genus belong the celebrated ,cowslip1 ,oxlip1 ,primrose1 and the esteemed ,aurcula4 ,the double varieties of ,primrose have originated from ,p4 vulgris4 ,these are such as carry their flowers on separate pedicles1 rising from the root on a small stem4 ,the double varieties are desirable for their beauty1 but require the protection of a frame during winter4 ,they are in colour red1 white1 yellow1 lilac1 purple1 and crimson4 ,p4 eltior is the ,oxlip1 from which all the ,polynthuses have been grown4 ,they are in variety innumerable1 and are those whose flowers are in umbels1 on a scape or flower-stalk1 rising from three to nine inches4 ,the rules for judging of their merits are wholly artificial1 agreed on from time to time by ,florists4 ,the one that is the leading beauty this year would in a few years be far in the rear4 ,the principal character is that the corolla is not notched or fringed2 the colours pure and distinct1 not running into one another2 the tube small2 the eye round1 and a little prominent4 ,being surrounded with white1 and the ground purple1 is a fine character4 ,p4 aurcula4 ,from this the highly esteemed varieties have originated4 ,the cultivated aurcula has many admirers1 both for its exquisite beauty and fragrance4 ,for the criterion of a fine flower see ,may4 ,there are several other species worthy of a situation1 such as ,p4 cortusodes1 ,p4 dentiflra1 ,p4 suavolens1 ,p4 decra1 with ,p4 sctica and ,p4 farinsa1 both small neat species4 ,a shady situation agrees best with them2 and they require loamy soil1 free from any kind of manure1 except it be fully decomposed4 ,the leaves of ,p4 vris are recommended for feeding silk worms4 ,potentllas4 ,we mention this genus here as affording several free flowering dwarf plants2 not as being certain that any of the most desired species will withstand our winters1 being natives of ,nepaul2 but1 from the character of the plant1 we think that they are adapted to bear severe cold4 ,they are similar to the strawberry in habit and appearance4 ,p4 nepalnsis1 or formsa1 has rose-coloured flowers2 ,p4 atropurprea2 ,p4 ,russellina1 scarlet2 ,p4 ,hopwoodina1 rose and scarlet2 and ,p4 splndens1 yellow1 with superb leaves4 ,these are the finest of the genus1 and flower from ,may to ,september4 ,it will be well to protect them in a frame with the ,carnations2 they delight in light soil4 ,saponria officinlis1 and ,s4 ,o4 plna1 are fine free-flowering dwarf plants2 the colour is pink in both double and single varieties4 ,the roots run under ground1 and care should be taken to keep them within bounds3 they flower from ,june till ,october4 ,s4 cspitsa is a neat growing species of a rose colour4 ,they will grow in any soil4 ,silne4 ,several of this genus are popular annuals1 but the herbaceous species are very indifferent4 ,s4 viscsa and ,s4 viscsa flre plna1 are frequently cultivated for their beauty2 they will grow well if not too much shaded4 ,saxfraga1 above one hundred species4 ,many of them are beautiful plants for rock-work4 ,they are regardless of cold1 but will not generally withstand much moisture4 ,a few of them are highly deserving a situation in any garden4 ,s4 hirstum1 and ,s4 crassiflia1 are used in some countries for tanning4 ,s4 granulta multiplx has fine double-white flowers1 and is desirable4 ,s4 umbrsa1 ,london-pride1 makes a beautiful edging for a flower border2 the flowers are small1 but on close examination its colours are unrivalled4 ,it is vulgarly called1 none so pretty4 ,s4 sarmentsa is kept in the ,green-house1 but is perfectly hardy1 and makes a fine plant in a shaded situation4 ,we have no doubt but it would make a good fancy edging4 ,s4 pulchlla1 straw coloured1 and ,s4 pyramidlis2 these are all easily cultivated2 and flower in spikes from ,may to ,july4 ,spiras4 ,a few species are showy plants1 and continue flowering from ,may to ,september4 ,s4 ulmria mltiplex1 ,meadow-sweet1 has sweet scented white flowers1 in long dense spikes4 ,s4 ,filipndula mltiplex1 ,drop-wort1 double white4 ,s4 lobta is a native1 and has fine rose coloured flowers1 in ,june and ,july2 these are the finest of the herbaceous species1 and will grow in any common garden soil4 ,sttice1 ,thrift4 ,a genus containing many fine herbaceous plants1 only a few of them are common in collections4 ,the finest of them are scarce1 and said to be bad to cultivate4 ,s4 vulgris1 once ,armria vulgris1 is the most valuable plant for an edging1 next to box1 that the ,flower-garden is possessed of1 and does extremely well in our climate1 flowering in great profusion from ,may to ,july4 ,when done flowering1 the stems should be cut off4 ,the foliage is an agreeable evergreen2 the plant increases rapidly1 and in a few years may be planted to a great extent4 ,s4 specisa has red flowers1 crowded in spreading panicles4 ,s4 tatrica has also very showy flowers1 and is now given to the genus ,taxnthema4 ,s4 latiflia and ,s4 maritma are the finest4 ,t4 latiflia and ,t4 conspcua deserve attention4 ,they should be lifted every alternate year1 and sunk deeper into the soil1 because they incline to grow out1 and are sometimes during summer killed by the drought4 ,hence they are said to be bad to cultivate4 ,trllius europus1 and ,t4 asiticus1 are fine border plants1 with large yellow semi-double flowers2 the petals are much cupped1 which causes the flowers to have a globular appearance4 ,they are easily grown in any loamy soil1 and flower from ,may to ,july4 ,few flowers have the curious globular character which these have4 ,vernica1 ,speed-well4 ,this genus consists of about one hundred and twenty species of herbaceous plants1 besides several varieties4 ,the flowers are in long close spikes1 either white1 flesh coloured1 or blue2 they are generally of the latter colour4 ,above sixty species are equally fine1 and being generally of the same character1 the ,catalogue at the end of this work will contain the best selection that we can make4 ,very few of them are in the collections of the country1 although they are very showy1 and flower from ,june to ,august4 ,they will grow in any soil1 but will not flourish where they are much shaded4 ,v4 officinlis has been used in ,germany and ,sweden as a substitute for tea4 ,some prefer ,v4 chamdrys for the same purpose4 ,valeranas4 ,several species are showy border plants1 with small flowers in large close flattened panicles4 ,v4 dioca is remarkable for having the stamens and pistils in separate flowers1 situated on different plants2 the flowers are of a blush colour1 and the roots when planted must be protected from the cats1 for they are delighted with them1 and scrape them up4 ,v4 ph1 a large growing species with white flowers2 and ,v4 rbra1 with its varieties1 are the finest of the genus4 ,they are now given to ,centrnthus4 ,they are all of easy culture in common garden earth1 but preferring moist shady situations4 ,in flower from ,may to ,september4 ,vola1 a genus consisting of upwards of eighty species1 of low pretty plants1 of great diversity of colour and foliage4 ,many of them are natives1 and well worth a situation in our gardens4 ,they mostly delight in sandy loam1 and a little shade4 ,a few of the species grow in moist situations4 ,the most esteemed varieties for fragrance are1 ,v4 odorta purprea plna1 double purple1 with ,v4 odorta lba plna1 double white4 ,they flower very early1 and make good edgings where they are kept in order2 flowering profusely from ,april to ,june1 and flowering again in autumn4 ,ycca1 ,adam's-needle4 ,this is a very showy and ornamental genus2 their character forming a picturesque contrast in the ,flower-garden2 foliage long1 narrow1 lanceolate1 and stiff2 with white companulate flowers1 about two inches in diameter1 in conical spikes from two to four feet long1 arising from the centre of the plant1 containing frequently from two to four hundred florets4 ,they are principally native plants4 ,y4 strcta is the freest flowerer4 ,y4 suprba2 ,y4 aloiflia2 ,y4 angustiflia1 ,y4 acuminta1 ,y4 serrulta1 and ,y4 filamentsa1 are all fine species1 and will grow in any common soil4 ,when in flower1 if protected from the sun by an awning1 they will be of considerable duration4 ,there are variegated varieties of ,strcta1 ,aloiflia1 and ,serrulta1 which look very handsome in foliage1 but are at present very rare1 and it will be a number of years before they are plentiful4 ,there ought at least to be one specimen of some of the free-flowering species in every garden4 ,having given the names and characters of a few herbaceous plants1 all or most of them easily obtained1 many of them extremely handsome1 and such as agree best with transplanting at this season of the year2 for several others1 such as ,pnias1 or any other strong fibrous or bulbous sorts1 see ,september and ,october4 ,where they are in pots1 they can be planted at any time1 the weather permitting1 provided the ball of earth is not broken4 ,but where they are only to be removed1 the best time is just as vegetation commences4 ,that herbaceous plants may look to the best advantage1 and flower well1 they must not be allowed to get into large stools2 but as soon as they are above one foot in diameter1 they should be divided4 ,very frequently those who perform this operation1 take the spade1 and cut a piece off all round1 which to a degree improves the look of the plant2 but this is only half justice4 ,it should be lifted entirely1 fresh soil given1 or removed a few feet1 and planted a little deeper than it was before1 as the plant tends apparently to grow out of the soil when allowed to stand long4 ,if the weather becomes dry shortly after transplanting1 give them a few waterings1 until they have taken fresh roots1 which will be within two weeks4 ,colour should be diversified through the garden as much as practicable1 and the highest growing sorts planted farthest from the walk1 so as all may appear in view4 ,at all times avoid crowding the plants together4 ,,bulbous ,,roots4 ,about the middle of this month1 let the covering of tan1 saw-dust1 or decayed leaves1 be cleared from the beds of such as were directed to be covered in ,november2 afterwards carefully stirring the surface among them with a kind of wooden spatula1 or wedge1 breaking the surface fine2 then dress all the alleys smooth and neat with the hoe and rake1 clearing away every particle of litter4 ,when the leaves of ,tulips are expanding1 they frequently become entangled so much1 that the force of growth breaks the foliage3 if there are any appearance of this at any time1 they should be set right with the hand4 ,in early seasons these roots will be far advanced1 and perhaps one night of frost unexpectedly might materially injure them4 ,when there is any suspicion of cold weather1 hoops should be spanned across the beds1 so that the necessary mats or canvass could in a few minutes be placed over them1 to ward off danger4 ,protect the finest sorts from heavy drenching rains1 and give them small neat rods for support1 as they grow up4 ,if the rods and tyings are painted green1 the effect will be improved4 ,these directions equally apply to ,narcissus1 ,jonquils1 ,iris1 and all ,holland bulbs4 ,,carnations1 ,,pinks1 ,,primroses1 c4 ,which have been protected by frames through the winter1 must have at all favourable opportunities plenty of air admitted to them by lifting the sashes1 and in fine mild days and nights1 the sashes may be taken entirely off4 ,divest them of all decayed leaves1 and stir up the earth on the surface of the pots2 those that are intended to be planted in the garden may be set to one side1 while those that are to be kept in pots must be more strictly attended to4 ,of these the ,pinks and ,carnations should be repotted about the first of the month4 ,those that have been kept in four inch pots1 should be put into pots of seven inches1 and those that are in five inch pots may be put into eight inch4 ,give a gentle watering after repotting4 ,pinks do not require the pots so large1 but the same treatment in every other respect4 ,where the extremity of the leaves are decayed1 cut them off1 with any other decayed leaves3 the pots must be well drained with shivers or fine gravel4 ,give them plenty of air1 otherwise they will be weak in growth4 ,primroses require only a little fresh earth on the top of the pots4 ,daisies may be planted out in shady situations2 the sun destroys them during summer if exposed4 ,,auriculas4 ,these beautiful and highly interesting plants are1 to a great degree1 neglected in our collections4 ,it cannot be from want of beauty or fragrance that they have not attracted our attention1 for they are exquisite in both4 ,we are rather inclined to think that those who have them do not give them the treatment they require yearly to perfect their bloom4 ,they should now have the surface earth taken off about half an inch down1 and fresh soil added1 which will cause them to put out fresh fibres about the upper part of the roots1 and greatly increase their growth4 ,the frame in which they are placed should now face the east1 as the sun will be too strong for them2 and about the end of the month turn it to the north4 ,the glass of the frame may be white-washed1 which will partially shade them from the sun1 that being their delight4 ,give them water sparingly until they begin to grow1 and never water them over the foliage previous to flowering1 as water injures that fine mealy-like substance found on many of the sorts1 and which so greatly improves their beauty4 ,defend them1 therefore1 from rain and high winds4 ,to have them flower strongly1 only one flower stem should be allowed to grow4 ,the first one that shows is generally the best4 ,at all events leave the strongest1 and cut off all the others1 or only nip off the flower pips1 which answers the same end4 ,never keep the sash off during night1 lest it should rain before morning4 ,,ranunculus ,,and ,,anemone4 ,the frames must have plenty of air1 and give frequent sprinklings of water4 ,the sashes or boards should be taken entirely off every mild day1 and in fine nights leave them exposed to the dew2 stir up the earth amongst them1 breaking it fine1 making all neat4 ,they require liberal supplies of water after they begin to grow4 ,,roses4 ,this is the most favourable month for planting all kinds of garden roses1 which must be done as soon as the weather opens1 and the ground in a proper state4 ,the earlier in the month they flower the more perfect they will be4 ,never delay planting when there is an opportunity2 for if delayed until the leaves are expanding1 the bloom will be much weakened1 and the probability is there will be no flowers1 and the plants meet with a premature death4 ,it has been said1 there is a particular advantage in planting some every ten days1 even to the middle of ,may2 for the flowering of them may be retarded in this way1 and the bloom of these delightful shrubs continue for a much longer period4 ,one moment's reflection will convince us1 that nature1 while in her own element1 will not be retarded1 suppose there was no danger of instantaneous death to the plants4 ,the artificial means that might be judiciously adopted1 with which we are acquainted1 to keep back the blooming of hardy plants1 is to lift them as soon in spring as is practicable1 put them in boxes of earth1 and then place them in the driest part of an icehouse until the desired time of planting1 which may be delayed as long as the required time of flowering4 ,this will be found a true method of retarding the flowering of roses especially1 and not going counter to the rules and principles of nature4 ,there are many beautiful varieties of the garden rose in cultivation1 the names of the finest of which we will give in the ,catalogue1 but perhaps it may be proper to mention here a few of the most particular sorts4 ,the finest unquestionably when in bloom1 is the ,moss and its varieties1 but the flowering is of so limited duration1 that it is in a great degree surpassed by others4 ,there is said to be a striped variety of the ,moss ,rose1 but we do not credit it4 ,the ,blush ,moss1 ,clinton ,white ,moss1 and ,mottled ,moss1 at present certainly are the most superb of that kind4 ,lee's ,crimson ,perpetual is a magnificent rose1 and flowers in profusion from ,june to ,october4 ,this is considered1 and justly too1 the finest of all the garden roses2 its fragrance is exquisite1 and the plant highly valued4 ,there is a striped ,unique ,rose1 and a ,rosa tricolor1 which are much thought of4 ,we have mentioned these as the finest we have seen1 but amongst two thousand cultivated varieties of the garden rose1 there must be many of equal beauty4 ,of ,rsa spinosssima there are above three hundred varieties2 ,r4 gllica2 two hundred2 ,r4 centiflia1 one hundred and fifty2 ,r4 damascne1 above one hundred2 ,r4 lba1 fifty2 ,r4 rubiginsa1 thirty2 and of various sorts above eleven hundred4 ,in several individual collections of ,europe1 there are cultivated above fifteen hundred species1 sub-species1 and varieties4 ,when planted1 they are too frequently crowded indiscriminately amongst other shrubs1 which prevents them having the effect they would have if planted singly or grouped4 ,they vary in size in different sorts from one to ten feet4 ,when planted in the latter method1 they should be assimilated in size of leaves and manner of growth1 with the greatest variation of flower2 or if planted in many small patches1 giving each a distinct colour1 which has a picturesque effect4 ,an other desirable and fanciful method1 is to plant them in figures1 giving them edgings of wire1 willow1 or any other substitute1 in imitation of basket work1 which is called baskets of roses2 the ground enclosed in the basket margin to be made convex1 which will present a greater surface to the eye2 the strong shoots to be layered1 or kept down by pegs into the ground1 having the points of the shoots only to appear above the soil1 which should be covered with moss4 ,with this treatment1 in a few years the whole surface of the basket will be covered with rose buds and leaves1 of one or various sorts4 ,if two or three of the larger growing sorts are taken1 such as ,moss or ,provins1 they may be trained so as to cover a surface of several square yards4 ,one of these covered with ,lee's ,crimson ,perpetual ,rose1 would be one of the greatest ornaments of the ,flower-garden4 ,a modern invention in the cultivation of the rose is1 to grow them in shape of trees1 by budding on strong growing kinds at different heights from the ground1 according to taste1 and the purposes intended4 ,they will form in a few years handsome round heads1 which will flower more freely than by layers1 or trained on their own stalk4 ,they are particularly desirable amongst low shrubs4 ,when planted1 they should be well supported by strong rods1 to prevent the wind from destroying them4 ,if any of the roots have been bruised in lifting1 cut off the bruised part with the knife1 and likewise shorten the young shoots2 breaking the earth well about their roots when planting4 ,this has been an esteemed shrub among all civilized nations4 ,the flowers are double1 semi-double1 and single2 the colours are pink1 red1 purple1 white1 yellow1 and striped1 with almost every shade and mixture2 the odour universally grateful4 ,this plant is cultivated in every garden1 from the humblest cottager to the loftiest prince1 and by commercial gardeners in ,europe extensively1 for distilling rose water1 and making the essential oil of roses4 ,they delight in a rich loamy soil1 and require plenty of moisture while in a growing state4 ,those sorts which throw up numerous suckers should be lifted every three or four years1 reduced1 and then transplanted4 ,when thus removing them1 avoid as much as possible exposing their roots2 and when newly planted1 mulching is of considerable advantage2 that is1 putting half rotten stable-manure on the surface of the ground round their roots1 which prevents evaporation1 and keeps up a constant moisture4 ,if this was done in general to our roses in dry seasons1 it would greatly improve their flowering4 ,for ,china roses see next month4 ,,climbing ,,roses4 ,this is the best time to prune ever-blooming climbing roses1 such as ,champney1 ,scarlet ,cluster1 ,duchesse de ,dino1 ,notsette1 ,burgenville1 c4 ,many of these1 when allowed to grow year after year without pruning1 become unsightly2 they never bear flowers on the old wood1 that is1 wood of three or four years4 ,having a tendency to throw out young shoots from the bottom of the stem1 the old wood should be cut out1 thus encouraging the young wood1 which the second year bears the most and finest flowers4 ,in severe winters1 the extremities of the shoots are frequently killed1 and we have often seen all the wood black or brown1 and apparently dead4 ,when that is the case it is best to leave it until they begin to grow1 which will show what is dead or alive1 when they can be pruned to better advantage4 ,,deciduous ,,ornamental ,,flowering ,,shrubs4 ,the earlier the planting of these shrubs is attended to in this month1 the more will their growth and flowering be promoted1 having all finished before the buds begin to expand4 7,for kinds recommended see ,list1 end of the volume47 ,they should never be planted too thick1 but leave space for them to grow as they respectively require1 and according as they are designed for open or close shrubberies1 clumps1 or thickets4 ,have all in readiness1 that it may be done with as much expedition as possible1 to prevent their roots from being dried by the sun and wind in time of planting4 ,make the holes intended for their reception round1 capacious1 and deep enough to hold their roots1 without confining them in the least1 and loosen the bottom well1 putting new and fresh soil under their roots1 breaking and pulverizing it during the operation1 and frequently shaking the plant as you progress in filling up4 ,when done1 make all firm with the foot1 leaving a circular cavity to hold the water they will require during dry weather4 ,give rods1 and tie with bands all that need that support before they are left1 lest they should be neglected4 ,cut off any of the bruised roots or irregular growths of the branches4 ,,grass ,,plats ,,and ,,walks4 ,rake and sweep off from these all litter and worm cast earth1 and give an occasional rolling to settle the ground1 and render the surface smooth1 where the scythe is to be used4 ,the grass will likewise grow better by rolling it where the frost has partially thrown it out1 and add greatly to the beauty of the whole4 ,cut the edgings with an edging iron or spade1 so that the whole will have a finished appearance4 ,if any new turf is required to be laid down1 this is a very good time to do it1 before vegetation is strong2 as the turf that is now laid will have taken root before the dry season commences4 ,where a great extent is to be done1 sowing might be adopted2 but it will not have the effect of turf under three years1 and during that time must be carefully cut1 after the first season1 every three weeks1 while growing1 nor must it be walked upon4 ,white clover and true perennial rye-grass are the seeds most proper for sowing4 ,the ground must in the first place be all equally made up1 and levelled with the spade and rake2 not cart loads of soil laid down and leveled1 which would finally become very uneven1 and would need to be lifted and relaid next year4 ,the best turf is that of a close growing pasture or common1 free from all kinds of weeds or strong roots1 and the grass short4 ,to cut it expeditiously1 be provided with a turfing-iron2 but if that cannot be conveniently had1 a spade may do very well4 ,strain a line tight1 cutting the turf lengthways1 at equal distances1 from twelve to eighteen inches4 ,next draw the line across1 cutting from one and a half to two feet2 then cut them up with the spade1 about one and a half inch thick4 ,in laying1 join them close and alternately2 when done1 beat them firm with a level wooden beater1 and roll with a heavy roller4 ,grass walks1 in the last century1 were very popular2 but time having put them to the test1 they are found unfit for walking upon or using in any manner1 almost for one half of the year2 therefore not answering the purposes intended4 ,they require great attention to keep them in order2 and if not always neat and clean1 they are a disagreeable object in a garden2 but when they are well dressed1 their effect is very enlivening4 ,where they are desired1 prepare the ground as above directed2 making the walk a little higher than the adjoining borders1 to prevent the earth from being washed on it by the rain4 ,allowing the walks to be six feet wide1 make the centre five inches higher than the sides1 or about seven-eighths of an inch to the foot whatever the breadth may be1 which will form a gentle declivity to throw off the rain4 ,when laid1 beat and roll it well2 cutting the edge neat and even4 ,water frequently if the weather sets in dry4 ,to keep grass walks or plats in order1 they should be mown once every three or four weeks from ,may to ,september1 and the grass each time swept clean off4 ,when the grass is allowed to get long before being cut1 the roots become tender2 and die when exposed to the sun2 at last the grass is all in spots1 and in another year requires to be relaid4 ,,gravel ,,walks4 ,a practice once existed of turning these into heaps or ridges during winter to destroy weeds1 c4 ,but this has almost been given up as unnecessary1 unsightly1 inconvenient1 and not doing any material service4 ,where the surface of these has become foul1 irregular1 or mossy1 they had better be turned over four or five inches deep where the gravel will admit of it2 but if not1 hoe and rake them perfectly clean1 give a new coat of gravel1 and pick up any stones that you think too large2 then give them a good rolling1 applying it frequently after showers of rain4 ,when they are well attended to just now1 they will look well all the season2 but if neglected1 they take more labour1 and are never in such good condition4 ,fancy edgings of ,thyme1 ,thrift1 ,gentiana1 ,lavender1 and ,violets--7,daisies may be used if the situation is shaded47 ,the whole of these may be planted by the line with the dibber except ,thyme1 which lay as directed for ,box4 ,see this month1 under that head4 ,any time in this or beginning of next month will answer to make edgings of these2 and if dry weather occurs before they begin to grow after planting1 they must have frequent waterings until they have taken fresh root4 ,thyme requires to be dressed twice during the season to keep it in order4 ,,of ,,grafting4 ,there are four methods of grafting4 ,the one we will describe is whip or tongue grafting1 which is the preferable and most expeditious plan with all deciduous shrubs or trees4 ,the stock upon which it is performed must be slender1 from two-thirds of an inch to any diameter suitable to the thickness of the graft4 ,having headed the stock at a clear smooth part1 slope it on one side with a sharp knife at a very acute angle1 make a slit on the lower side of the slope about an inch downwards1 to receive the tongue or wedge of the graft or scion4 ,secondly1 having the prepared scions cut into lengths of #c1 #d1 or #e eyes1 take one which matches the stock in size1 and slope the bottom of it so as to fit the stock1 that the rinds of both may correspond exactly1 especially on one side and at bottom2 make also a slit upward in the graft1 like that in the slope of the stock1 so as the one may be inserted in the other as evenly and completely as possible4 ,let the graft be carefully held in its due position1 while a bandage is applied4 ,take strands of ,russian mat1 and bind them in a neat manner several times round the stock and graft4 ,lastly1 cover the joint with well worked clay1 coat from half an inch below the bottom of the graft to an inch above the top of the stock1 and to the thickness of half an inch all round1 finish it in an oblong globular form1 taking care to work it close1 that no air may penetrate4 ,if the clay is covered with moss1 it will partially prevent it from cracking4 ,the grafts will have taken when they begin to grow freely2 then the clay may be taken off1 and the bandage loosened1 and put on again1 but not so tight2 give the grafts a stake for support1 tying them thereto to prevent accidents from the wind4 ,allow no shoots to arise from the stock4 ,any of the rare deciduous trees may1 by the above method1 be grafted on one of its own family1 that is more common1 and in that respect is the finest species of propagation that is resorted to4 ,rooms4 ,,march4 ,if the plants in these situations have been properly attended to by admitting air at all favourable times1 and when the apartment was below #cf a little fire heat applied to counteract the cold1 keeping the heat above that degree2 your attention will be rewarded by the healthy appearance of your plants4 ,the weather by this time has generally become milder1 so that air may be more freely admitted1 especially from ten to three o'clock4 ,where the leaves are grown to one side1 turn the plant with the dark side to the light4 ,they will require a more liberal supply of water1 but always avoid keeping them wet4 ,pick off all decayed leaves1 and tie up any straggling shoots2 stir up the earth on the top of the pots1 breaking it fine where it is hardened by the frequent waterings4 ,this will allow the fresh air to act upon the roots1 which is one of the principal assistants in vegetation4 ,for those that require shifting or repotting1 see ,green-house1 ,march2 the plants enumerated there equally apply here1 if they are in the collection1 with this difference1 that well kept rooms are about two weeks earlier than the ,green-house4 ,after the end of this month1 where there is a convenience1 plants will do better in windows that look to the east1 in which the direct rays of a hot sun are prevented from falling upon them1 and the morning sun is more congenial for plants in this country than the afternoon sun4 ,where there is any dust on the leaves of any of them1 take a sponge and water1 and make the whole clean1 likewise divest them of all insects4 ,the green-fly is perhaps on the roses2 if there are no conveniences for fumigating1 wash them off as previously directed4 ,where there are only a few plants1 these pests could be very easily kept off by examining the plants every day4 ,for the scaly insect1 see ,january4 ,if they have not been cleared off1 get it done directly2 for by the heat of the weather they will increase tenfold4 ,,flowering ,,plants4 ,hyacinths1 ,tulips1 ,narcissus1 ,jonquils1 and ,crocus1 will be generally in flower4 ,the former requires plenty of water1 and the saucers under the pots should be constantly full until they are done blooming4 ,the others need only be liberally supplied at the surface of the pot4 ,give them neat green-painted rods to support their flower stems1 and keep them all near the light4 ,the spring flowering ,oxalis will not open except it is exposed to the full rays of the sun4 ,the ,lachenlia is greatly improved in colour with exposure to the sun1 though when in flower its beauties are preserved by keeping it a little in the shade4 ,prmulas1 or ,primrose1 both ,chinese and ,european1 delight in an airy exposure2 but the sun destroys the beauty of their flowers by making the colours fade4 ,camllias4 ,many of them will be in perfection4 ,see ,green-house this month for a description of the finest varieties4 ,do not let the sun shine upon the blooms4 ,those that are done flowering1 will1 in small pots1 require to be repotted4 ,the ,clla or thopian water-lily1 when in flower1 ought to stand in saucers with water4 ,the ,hyacinths that are in glasses must be regularly supplied with water4 ,the roots will be very much reduced by this method2 therefore1 when the bloom is over1 if possible plant them in the garden1 or bury them in pots of earth1 to ripen and strengthen the bulbs4 ,they will take two years with good encouragement1 before they can satisfactorily be again flowered in glasses1 and properly they ought not be allowed to bloom next year4 ,those that are done flowering in pots1 can be set aside1 and the usual waterings gradually withdrawn4 ,treat all other ,dutch bulbs in a similar manner4 ,hot-,house4 ,,april4 ,where the ,hot-house has been properly conducted1 the plants generally will have a vigorous and healthful aspect4 ,an error frequently arises in the conducting of these departments1 by inexperienced operators being ambitious of outstripping their competitors4 ,they keep the house in a very high temperature1 and admit little or no air4 ,where such mode has been pursued1 the plants will have got over their first growth1 and the foliage look yellow and decaying1 thus throwing the plants into a state of inactivity1 when nature herself commences her most active movements4 ,the temperature should not be under #fj nor much above #ge1 without admitting a little air by the top lights4 ,it will not do yet to give air by the front sashes1 the wind being cool1 and a current in the house would be hurtful4 ,the sun is not so powerful but the heat can be kept down by the air given from above4 ,in very cold cutting winds1 though the effects of sun heat be great1 admitting of much air may be injurious4 ,whatever error may arise1 let it be on the side of caution4 ,however1 when high winds prevail1 there is little danger of the house becoming overheated by the effect of the sun4 ,hot-house or tropical plants will not be hurt with #aaj1 if they are not touching the glass4 ,and if the plants are near the glass generally1 the glass should have a coat of very thin white-wash 7not lime71 where the glass is thin and light in colour2 but if it is thick and green1 there need be no white-washing4 ,the plants will need a liberal supply of water every day4 ,we have so constantly cautioned the operator on administering this element1 that a repetition here is unnecessary4 ,sprinkle them well with the syringe or engine in the evenings about sundown1 four or five times a week1 and strictly observe that none of them are omitted2 for where there are such1 it is probable they are attacked by the red spider4 ,if any of these are detected1 syringe them powerfully morning and evening4 ,water is most effectual in their destruction1 and most congenial to the plants4 ,give regular fumigations to destroy the green-fly4 ,wherever there is dust or foulness contracted on the foliage1 wash all clean with sponge and water2 for on these insects are harboured in such quantities that they1 in a short time1 would overrun all the plants in the house4 ,keeping the house constantly clean1 the plants clear of decayed leaves and every thing of a corroding nature1 and duly syringing them1 is the surest method of not being much troubled with insects4 ,for repotting plants1 see next month2 except those that you are fostering to a great extent1 such as ,alstroemerias1 ,calceolrias1 or any herbaceous plants that require great encouragement to make them flower well4 ,these should always be repotted1 as soon as the roots come to be round the outside of the ball4 ,green-,house4 ,,april4 ,regarding the shifting or repotting of plants1 the directions given last month may be followed4 ,if the plants are not shifted that require it1 get them done as soon as possible1 for they will soon get into a luxuriant state of growth1 and then it would not be advisable to shift them4 ,those that were repotted last month will have taken fresh root in the new soil1 and the advantage will soon be perceptible4 ,in order to strengthen the plants1 and keep them from becoming drawn and spindly1 admit large portions of air every mild day4 ,indeed there will be very few days in this month1 that a little air may not be given1 always observing to divide the quantity regularly over the house1 in cool nights closing in time4 ,about the end of the month an abundance of air is indispensable1 leaving the sashes and doors open every mild night1 that the plants may be inured to the open exposure they will have in a few weeks4 ,,watering4 ,as the season advances and vegetation increases1 the waterings will require to be more copious and more frequent4 ,look over all plants minutely every day1 and with judicious care supply their wants4 ,those that are of a soft shrubby nature1 and in a free-growing state1 will require a larger portion at one time than those of a hard texture1 which may only want it every two or three days4 ,the weather and situation in some instances may require a modification of these directions4 ,plants in general will not suffer so soon from being a little dry as from being over-watered4 ,the health and beauty of the foliage of the plants may be much improved by syringing them freely three evenings in the week1 except in moist weather1 when it ought not to be done4 ,the ravages of many insects also will be retarded1 especially mildew and red spider1 which will be entirely destroyed4 ,if the red spider is on any of the plants1 particularly take them aside evening and morning1 and give them a good dashing with water through the syringe4 ,where there is mildew1 after syringing the plant1 dust it on the affected parts with flowers of sulphur1 and set them for a few days where they will be sheltered from the wind1 after which wash off the sulphur4 ,if the cure is not complete1 renew the dose4 ,always sweep out and dry up the water in the house when any is spilt4 ,the succulent plants will be in want of a little water about once a week1 but do not overwater them1 as there is not heat enough to absorb much moisture4 ,if the soil is damp1 it is quite sufficient4 ,,oranges1 ,,lemons1 c4 ,will in many instances about the end of this month be showing flowers or flower buds4 ,they must under these circumstances have plenty of air to prevent them from falling off when entirely exposed4 ,the reason that we see so much fine blossom falling to the ground where the trees are brought out of the house in ,may1 is from the confinement they have had4 ,where there is a convenience of giving air from the back of the ,green-house1 it should always be given in mild days1 especially in those houses that have a recess back from the top of the sashes1 for even if the sashes are let down every day1 still the house will not be properly ventilated4 ,any plants that are sickly and intended to be planted in the garden next month to renovate their growth1 may be cut back1 7if not already done17 as far as is required to give the tree a handsome form1 taking care not to cut below the graft or inoculation4 ,let the operation be done with a fine saw and sharp knife1 smoothing the amputations that are made by the saw2 and if they are large1 put a little well made clay over the wound1 to prevent the air from mortifying the shoot4 ,turpentine is preferable to clay1 not being subject to crack or fall off by the weather4 ,if there are any ,lagerstroemias1 ,pomegranate1 or ,hydrngeas in the cellar1 they should be brought out about the first of the month1 and planted in their respective situations4 ,give the ,hydrngea a very shady spot4 ,it does not require one ray of the sun1 providing it has plenty of air1 and do not plant it into soil that has been lately manured4 ,a large plant must have great supplies of water in dry weather4 ,if the plant is very thick1 the oldest branches may be thinned out1 but do not cut out any of the young shoots1 as they contain the embryo of the flower4 ,lagerstroemias will flower abundantly without pruning1 but to have fine large spikes of flowers1 cut in the wood of last year to about three eyes from the wood of the preceding year2 by this they will be much finer4 ,pomegranates will only require a little of the superfluous wood cut out4 ,perhaps some of them may be desired to flower in pots or tubs during summer3 the balls will admit of being much reduced1 and by this a pot or tub very little larger will do for them4 ,do not give much water until they begin to grow4 ,,myrtles ,,and ,,oleanders4 ,if any of these have grown irregularly1 and are not headed down or otherwise pruned1 as directed last month1 they should now be done4 ,oleanders are very subject to the white scaly insect1 and before the heat of summer begins1 they should be completely cleansed4 ,this insect is likewise found on ,myrtles1 which are worse to clean1 and ought to be minutely examined twice every year4 ,we have observed mildew on these shrubs1 which makes the foliage brown and unsightly4 ,if it is detected in time1 syringing is an effectual remedy4 ,,geraniums4 ,some of the earliest blooming kinds of these will now begin to flower1 and the sun will greatly deteriorate their rich colours where they are near the glass with a south aspect4 ,the glass should be white-washed1 which will cast a thin shade over them1 and prolong the duration of the bloom1 but if they are above five feet from the glass1 white-washing is not requisite4 ,the strong kinds will be growing very luxuriantly1 and require liberal supplies of water4 ,when syringing1 do not sprinkle the flowers1 as it would make the colours intermingle with each other1 and cause them to decay prematurely4 ,if they have been properly attended to in that respect1 it may be dispensed with after they have generally come in flower1 which will not be until about the first of ,may4 ,,herbaceous ,,plants ,,and ,,bulbous ,,roots4 ,if any of the herbaceous plants were neglected to be divided last month1 do not omit it now4 ,they will not flower so well if potted entire1 and their growth by this time will be much hurt1 if not carefully shaded from the sun4 ,after dividing1 sprinkle gently with water three times a day1 until they have taken fresh root1 when they can be put amongst the other plants4 ,cape ,bulbs4 ,those that flowered late in autumn1 as soon as the foliage begins to decay1 may be set aside1 and the water withheld by degrees4 ,when the foliage is entirely gone1 and the roots dry1 clear them from the earth1 and after laying exposed in the shade for a few days to dry1 pack them up in dry moss1 with their respective names attached1 until ,august1 when they may be again potted4 ,treat those that are in flower the same as directed in last month4 ,dutch ,roots4 ,all the species and varieties of these that have been kept in the ,green-house during winter1 will now be done flowering2 the water should be withdrawn gradually from them2 and then the pots turned on their sides to ripen the bulbs4 ,or1 a superior method is1 where there is the convenience of a garden1 to select a bed not much exposed4 ,turn the balls out of the pots and plant them2 the roots will ripen better this way than any other4 ,have them correctly marked1 that no error may take place4 ,they can be lifted with the other garden bulbs4 ,,flowering ,,plants4 ,the best situation for most plants while in flower1 is where they are shaded from the sun1 and fully exposed to the air4 ,primroses1 both ,european and ,chinese1 flower best1 and the colours are finest when the plants are in the front of the house1 and entirely shaded from the sun4 ,the ,chinese ,azleas and ,rhododndrons require1 while in flower1 a similar situation4 ,have all the shoots tied naturally to neat rods1 and keep them clear from others by elevating them on empty pots1 or any other substitute4 ,see that there are no insect upon them2 for they make a miserable contrast with flowers4 ,the ,clla thiopica should stand in water when in flower1 and even before flowering they will be much strengthened by it4 ,,insects4 ,insects will on some plants be very perplexing4 ,the weather may admit of those that are infected to be taken out of doors1 and put into a frame in any way that is most convenient4 ,fumigating them about half an hour1 if the day is calm1 will be sufficient2 but if windy1 they will take an hour4 ,when done1 syringe them well1 and put them in their respective situations4 ,by the above method1 the house will not be made disagreeable with the fumes of tobacco4 ,tie up neatly all the climbing plants4 ,keep those that are running up the rafters of the house close to the longitudinal wires4 ,as previously observed1 running plants should not be taken across the house1 except in some instances where it can be done over the pathway1 otherwise it shades the house too much4 ,clear off all decayed leaves1 and all contracted foulness1 that the house and plants may in this month have an enlivening aspect1 as it is undoubtedly one of the most interesting seasons of the year in the ,green-house4 ,,flowering ,,stocks4 ,those that have been kept in the ,green-house1 or in frames1 should be planted into beds or the borders1 where they will seed better than if kept in the pots4 ,the method generally adopted is to select the plants that are intended for seed2 plant the different kinds distinctly and separately2 then take a few double flowering plants of each kind1 which plant round their respective single varieties that are to be kept for seed4 ,whenever any of the colours sport1 that is1 become spotted or striped with other colours1 pull these up1 and destroy them1 for they will soon degenerate the whole1 and ought never to be seen in collections that have any pretensions to purity4 ,many have been the plans recommended as the best for saving1 and growing from seed the double varieties of ,german stock4 ,in every method we have tried we have been successful and unsuccessful2 although we generally practise planting the double kinds beside the single1 where they are intended for seed4 ,we have no scientific reason for it2 not seeing what influence these monsters of flowers can have over a flower where the male and female organs are perfect2 which in these are wanting4 ,some say that the semi-double sorts are best3 we have likewise found them both abortive and fruitful in the desired results4 ,flower ,garden4 ,,april4 ,the ambition of every attentive gardener1 during this month1 is to be at the head of every department1 and over every spot4 ,the operator's activity in this month regulates the whole season4 ,every weed ought to be cut down as soon as it appears1 and the proverbial saying will be realized1 a garden that is well kept is easily kept4 ,a wet day need cause no loss of time4 ,prepare rods1 bands1 and tallies1 to be in readiness when required4 ,damp weather should always be taken to prick out or transplant annuals1 or stocks1 but by no means go on the borders while they are wet4 ,if it cannot be done by keeping on the walks1 defer it until they are in a proper state4 ,one day of laborious attention just now will save two in the heat of summer4 ,many in the height of bustle never finish properly as they proceed1 which is the worst of practices4 ,every operation ought to be completely and properly finished before another is taken in hand1 which will ultimately prove the quickest and best method to work upon4 ,let digging1 pruning1 hoeing1 raking1 c4 be done as expeditiously as strength will allow2 that the time may be devoted for a few weeks to the beautifying of the garden by sowing and planting4 ,,annuals4 ,those that are tender and were sown last month1 according to directions1 will be ready to prick out into another light hot-bed1 about two feet high1 prepared as directed in ,february4 ,keep them a few inches apart to let the air circulate4 ,give them frequent sprinklings with water1 and shade them with a mat for a few days until they have taken fresh root2 then give them plenty of air1 and by the first of next month expose them night and day to harden the plants for the open ground4 ,a few of the annual seeds of every description1 and of every country and climate1 may be sown any time after the middle of the month4 ,if the season prove favourable they will do well2 but reserving a part to sow about the #aeth of ,may1 will guard against every extreme4 ,those that have come above ground should be thinned out1 the dwarf-growing kinds to two or three inches1 and the large sorts to four or five inches apart2 or they may be only separated about an inch1 going over them again in a few weeks2 when a few might be taken of those that will bear removing1 and plant them in vacant spaces that require filling up4 ,all the varieties of ,french and ,african ,marygold answer best when transplanted1 likewise the species of ,corepsis that were sown in autumn4 ,the varieties of ,ten-week ,stock1 ,balsams1 ,coxcombs1 and other strong growing sorts1 generally flower stronger when replanted4 ,,biennials ,,and ,,perennials4 ,any biennials that are intended to be removed1 and not done last month1 must not be delayed longer4 ,the roots of many of them will be very strong1 and if possible a cloudy day should be chosen for the operation4 ,give copious waterings in the evenings until they begin to grow4 ,when the sun is strong1 they must be shaded by a piece of board1 shingle1 or any similar substitute1 for some days4 ,when the seeds of these are sown1 they should be distinctly marked4 ,the initial ,b4 is the most appropriate4 ,perennials4 ,for a limited description of several genera and species1 see last month4 ,those that have not been divided and replanted1 where large1 they should be done directly1 if the weather is dry4 ,they must be carefully watered1 and shaded as above directed for ,biennials4 ,,dahlias4 ,dhlia suprflua1 or what is now called ,georgana varibilis1 is one of the most fashionable and popular hardy herbaceous plants of the present day4 ,the varieties of the present species are almost endless4 ,the double kinds only are cultivated1 the single varieties having been thrown aside4 ,several collections in ,europe contain upwards of three hundred double varieties1 of every colour and taste1 occupying more than two acres of ground4 ,it will be difficult to specify the finest2 but in this country the dwarf-growing sorts are preferred4 ,to make them flower freely1 they should be planted in poor heavy soil4 ,from the end of this month to the middle of ,may1 take the roots from their winter quarters to the garden1 and with a spade make a hole sufficiently wide and deep to receive the crowns of the roots one inch deeper than the surface of the ground1 cutting off with a sharp knife the old stumps close to the eyes4 ,they have the finest effect in rows2 plant them four feet apart in the row1 and the rows six feet asunder4 ,individual plants of a dwarf nature look extremely well4 ,the best one for this is the ,dwarf ,globe ,crimson1 and is perhaps the finest that is known1 being prolific1 compact1 beautiful1 and very dwarf1 never exceeding three feet3 if properly grown1 ,plla elcta1 ,fama1 and ,zen1 are also fine dwarf sorts2 as tall growing kinds ,etna2 ,imperisa2 ,cicer2 ,cocde2 ,cambridge ,surprise2 ,dutchess of ,wellington2 ,countess of ,liverpool2 ,barret's ,william ,fourth2 ,true ,mountain of ,snow2 ,dina2 ,crimson ,bonnet2 and ,exmia1 are all superb1 and at present the highest in estimation4 ,for the names of more of the finest varieties1 with their colour1 see ,catalogue at the end of the work4 ,when the roots become very large1 they ought to be divided1 and in dry seasons they require to be liberally supplied with water to keep them growing4 ,if their growth is obstructed1 the flowering will be imperfect4 ,where they are grown to any extent1 it would be advisable to put up a large hot-bed about the end of ,march1 and plant them close together therein1 about the beginning of ,april1 which would immediately cause them to grow4 ,give plenty of air1 and about the middle of ,may plant them in the borders1 beds1 or rows1 which will in cool seasons cause them to flower earlier4 ,the flowers are from three to eight inches in diameter4 ,there ought to be a few of the most distinct and superb varieties1 in every garden4 ,some individuals consider the ,anemon-flowered varieties the finest2 but those who never saw a ,dhlia flower of any character1 would1 in our opinion1 chose the large petaled flowers4 ,the ,anemon-flowered sorts likewise are not so large in flower as the other varieties4 ,the foliage has no particular attraction about it2 the stems look strong1 but are soft in substance4 ,if seeds are sown on a hot-bed in ,march1 most of them will flower the same year1 by transplanting in the garden about the end of ,may2 but the fine double kinds seldom produce seeds4 ,,china ,,roses4 ,from the first to the middle of this month is the best time to plant the varieties of ,chinese roses4 ,if they are to be removed out of the ground1 the earlier in the month the better2 but where they are in pots1 the precise time is not so material4 ,there are about seventy varieties1 including the species of these in cultivation2 all of them do extremely well in this country1 growing freely1 and flowering abundantly in the open air4 ,a few of them require protection during winter4 ,the ,list at the end of the work will contain all the finest varieties2 but as they are not generally known1 and the greater part of them highly deserving a situation in every garden1 a few limited specific observations is obviously desirable to those who are not acquainted with their beauty and fragrance4 ,no4 #a4 ,rsa ndica1 common ,china or daily4 ,from the last name an error has taken place1 that it blooms every day4 ,in one sense of the word it does4 ,plants that are young1 and in good ground1 will grow and flower constantly from the end of ,april until the buds are killed with frost2 but they will never flower when not growing2 the bloom being produced on the young wood4 ,the flower is about three inches in diameter1 of a dark blush or rose colour1 petals large1 and loose1 between a semi-double and double1 and perfectly hardy4 ,no4 #b4 99,b,rose ,animated1 daily1 is a very fine rose1 and its merits are appreciated by those who have it in their collections4 ,it is more double1 and better formed than ,no4 #a1 and partakes of the fragrance of ,no4 #h1 is perfectly hardy1 colour a fine blush1 grows freely1 and flowers abundantly2 and is coming into great repute4 ,b ,those marked thus 99 we have grown from seed4 ,no4 #c4 ,rosa ,indca mnor1 is the smallest of the ,china roses that we are familiar with2 about the end of ,april or beginning of ,may it is completely covered with pretty little flowers1 and much admired for its diminutiveness3 colour same as ,no4 #a4 ,no4 #d4 ,rosa ,bengal elongta1 named from the foliage being more elongate than the other common roses4 ,it grows and flowers freely1 petals large1 colour light red1 very distinguishable from any of the other sorts4 ,no4 #e4 ,rosa belle ,chinese1 is a beautiful ,french rose1 and blooms in great abundance2 flowers large and double1 colour when first expanded pink1 and changes to crimson1 making a striking appearance1 and greatly admired4 ,no4 #f4 ,rosa la tendere japonica1 an erect growing rose1 of a handsome purple colour1 with large petals2 much like the garden velvet rose4 ,no4 #g4 ,rosa belle vibert1 does not produce so large flowers as the three last mentioned2 but they are very double1 blooming abundantly in the latter part of summer2 colour very dark1 and by some called the ,black ,china ,rose4 ,no4 #h4 ,rosa odorta1 or ,tea-rose1 celebrated in this country for its fragrance being similar to fine ,hyson tea4 ,it justly deserves the preference of all the ,china roses1 for the delicacy of its flavour4 ,the flowers are a cream coloured blush1 the petals round and full1 forming a very large rose2 when full blown1 it is pendulous4 ,it will withstand the winter of the middle states with a little protection1 such as straw1 box1 or barrel2 requires very rich light soil4 ,no4 #i4 ,rosa ,florence1 or ,scarlet-tea4 ,this rose partakes of the fragrance of ,no4 #h1 is perfectly hardy1 grows freely1 and flowers profusely4 ,the flower is well formed1 very double1 and a distinct variety from any that we know4 ,the flower is lightest when first expanded4 ,no4 #aj4 ,rose1 ,purple-tea4 ,we have not found how this name has originated3 but when the plant known in our collections under that name is compared1 there is no difference between it and ,no4 #i4 ,no4 #aa4 ,rosa odorta lba1 or ,white-tea1 is not so odorous as ,no4 #h1 but blooms more profusely1 and grows more freely4 ,the beautiful and neat appearance of the buds1 when half expanded1 is not surpassed2 and when full blown1 they are a fine delicate white4 ,the bush in that state is showy1 much admired1 and scarce2 we are not positive of its being hardy4 ,no4 #ab4 ,rosa ,bengal1 or ,yellow-tea1 is a very free flowerer1 the shape of the flower is more like ,no4 #h4 than any of the others2 the petals are large and gracefully set1 having a peculiar scent or flavour1 and is of a sulphur colour4 ,we cannot say as to its being hardy1 but suppose it as much so as ,no4 #h4 ,no4 #ac4 ,rosa ,venella1 or ,venella ,scented-tea1 is undoubtedly a handsome rose1 and has many admirers2 colour a bloody velvet2 flowers large and very double1 rising in the centre more than any of the others2 blooming freely1 and of pleasant flavour2 rendering it altogether a desirable rose4 ,no4 #ad4 ,rosa belle de monza4 ,the flower of this rose is flatter than any of the other sorts2 the petals are regularly laid over each other1 making it very compact2 it is about four inches in diameter when well grown2 the plant is of quick growth1 free in flowering1 darker in colour than ,no4 #a1 equally as hardy1 and ought to have a situation in every garden where roses are grown4 ,no4 #ae4 ,rosa amarnthe1 is a showy brilliant scarlet rose1 flower compact1 and of a moderate size4 ,no4 #af4 99,rosa ,clintnia1 is a good rose1 and in a favourable situation will produce abundantly large1 round1 and compact flowers1 differing in shape from any of the others2 colour similar to the provins rose4 ,no4 #ag4 ,rosa semperflrens plno1 or sanguinea1 is a celebrated rose1 the foliage small1 and of a reddish appearance4 ,the flower is well shaped1 and of a blood colour2 wood of a slender growth1 requires some protection in winter1 or it will die to the surface of the ground2 delights in sandy soil4 ,this rose is frequently called anemone-flowered1 though in no respects similar to the character of an anemone-flower4 ,the ,otaheite rose is of the same colour1 but very inferior4 ,no4 #ah4 99,rosa purple sanguinea1 is of a purple colour1 same in shape as ,no4 #ag1 but in size larger2 is a good flowerer1 making a fine variety4 ,we do not know any similar to it4 ,no4 #ai4 ,rosa grandvl1 is a magnificent rose2 flower full and large1 petals closely set1 colour dark crimson4 ,the wood and leaves are like the ,hamilton rose1 but it grows and flowers more freely4 ,it is scarce4 ,no4 #bj4 ,rosa ,indica lba plno1 or white ,china1 is a rose of free growth1 abundant in flower1 and pure white1 which renders it very desirable2 is larger than ,no4 #a1 is greatly admired1 and rare2 requires rich light soil4 ,no4 #ba4 ,rosa ,magnifier1 magnificent1 or magnfica4 ,it is known under all these names4 ,the general appearance of the plant resembles ,no4 #ai1 but the flowers in shape and colour are similar to the garden ,provins rose1 and nearly as large4 ,no4 #bb4 99,rosa florabnda multiplx4 ,this rose is very correctly named1 although the plant is of a moderate stature4 ,the whole is covered with immense clusters of various coloured flowers1 changing from pink to dark crimson2 the flowers very double1 and greatly admired4 ,no4 #bc4 99,rosa flama1 has a very striking appearance1 is of a flame colour1 and distinct from any other of the ,china roses2 blooms freely1 and is a little fragrant1 which makes it desirable4 ,no4 #bd4 99,rosa ,hibbrtia1 is a superb rose of a light red colour2 flower of a common size1 double and compact1 very fragrant1 and abundant in bloom4 ,the buds are of a particular shape1 being flat at the extremity where others are pointed4 ,it is highly deserving of a situation1 and universally admired4 ,no4 #be4 99,rosa ,jacksnia1 is deep red1 large1 and very double1 of luxuriant growth2 is more spiny and elastic than any of the ,china roses that have come under our observation4 ,the plant altogether is unique in its character1 and flowers profusely4 ,no4 #bf4 ,r4 ,adamsnia1 is dwarf growing2 has flowers of a beautiful purple velvet colour1 inclining to black2 and is much admired4 ,when well grown1 it will bloom freely4 ,no4 #bg4 99,rosa ,webestria4,c ,none of the ,china roses approaches this1 except ,hortensia1 and it is much inferior4 ,the rose is very double1 and particularly well formed2 colour similar to ,no4 #h1 with a beautiful rich blush in the centre1 flowing to the extremity of the petals4 ,it blooms profusely1 and grows freely in light rich soil4 ,c ,named in honour of ,d4 ,webster1 ,esq4 whose productions deserve a place in every library2 and this plant a spot in every garden4 ,no4 #bh4 ,rosa gigntea4 ,without exception1 this is the handsomest shaped ,china rose that has come under our observation1 the colour dark crimson1 with a few shades through it4 ,the centre is full set2 petals regular and large1 the flower very double1 plant strong1 growing and free blooming--it is scarce4 ,no4 #bi4 ,rosa ,washington1,d is a very good and distinct variety2 the foliage is pale green with red nerves2 flower full and compact1 the extremity of the petals dark red1 the bottom white2 showing1 when the flower is full expanded1 a white centre1 and is frequently a little striped2 grows well1 and blooms freely1 in light sandy soil4 ,d ,originated on the substantial establishment of ,d4 ,c4 ,landreth1 and called by them ,scarlet and ,white4 ,no4 #cj4 99,rosa calyxiflia4 ,the calyx of this rose has large leaflets attached to it4 ,it blooms very early1 and is of a deep crimson colour1 with recurved petals1 which give it a singular and beautiful appearance4 ,the young shoots and leaves are of a purple hue4 ,it grows and flowers freely1 and is quite characteristic1 and surpasses any we know for flowering early in the ,green-house or ,rooms4 ,no4 #ca4 ,rosa ,montezma 7,mexican-rose47 ,this is an esteemed variety1 with large double flowers of a red colour1 and when the flowers begin to fade they become darker2 it is of a strong growing and hardy nature1 much admired1 and scarce4 ,no4 #cb4 ,rosa hortnsia4 ,the buds of this rose are very beautiful before expansion1 and when fully expanded1 are of a fine colour1 assimilated to ,no4 #h2 flowers large in proportion to the growth of the plant4 99 99 99 99 99 ,these roses are all of a shrubby nature1 and the finest flowering varieties that have come under our observation and culture4 ,the ,china roses generally are not completely double1 though going under the name of double flowers1 and having the appearance of such4 ,those that are mentioned above as double and very double are those that are more double than ,no4 #a1 which is a rose that is generally known4 ,the whole of them are much admired1 and being now of great variety in colour1 shade and aspect1 constitute a valuable addition to the ,flower-garden4 ,a bed of varieties planted therein in good light rich soil1 and well dressed by hoeing deep1 raking1 c4 during the early stage of their growth every season1 will form an ornament varied in colour1 unrivalled1 and as yet not found in our ,flower-gardens4 ,their nature agrees so well with our summer seasons1 that it will not surprise us to see1 in a few years1 selections of them planted in rows or hedges1 dividing the compartments in our gardens4 ,they are all hardy1 but of those that are not perfectly so1 we have mentioned the required protection4 ,any of them that have not been proved hardy in your collections1 it would be extremely injudicious to leave them exposed the first winter after planting out4 ,caution is necessary on every unknown point2 therefore1 we would recommend to give them slight protection1 by a covering of straw1 mats1 boxes1 c4 and if they appear to withstand the winter in perfect safety1 they will not need again to be covered4 ,the best season of the year for pruning them is about the first of this month4 ,in doing so it is not advisable to shorten any of the young shoots1 except in cutting off the injured parts1 that being the wood most productive of bloom2 but where there is old stinted wood1 it should be cut out as close to the surface of the ground as the other parts of the bush will permit1 with any other of the oldest wood that is too crowded4 ,if the plants have been long established1 dig in amongst their roots a little well decomposed manure1 and stir and hoe them frequently during the summer4 ,,climbing ,,roses4 ,no4 #a4 ,rosa ,champneyna4 ,this celebrated rose has a situation in almost every garden in our city1 and forms a great ornament1 flowering very profusely in immense clusters from ,may to ,november4 ,many of these having more than thirty buds upon them of a light pink colour1 it is sometimes called ,pink ,cluster4 ,it is of rapid growth1 and does well for covering arbours1 fences1 or any unsightly object4 ,the foliage is of a lucid green1 and the wood very strong in growth4 ,this rose is at present one of the most abundant in flower1 the easiest of cultivation1 7growing in any exposure17 and in every respect is highly deserving of attention4 ,no4 #b4 ,rosa blush ,noisetti is very similar to ,no4 #a4 in habit2 the flowers are lighter in colour1 and a little larger2 but the plant does not flower so profusely during the heat of the season4 ,there is a variety of ,noisettia in our gardens1 known from this by the bud being more rounded1 and another under the name of ,charles #ajth1 which has fine large flowers of a dark blush colour4 ,no4 #c4 ,rosa red ,noisetti1 or what we consider more properly ,scarlet cluster4 ,it is very distinct from any other of the ,noisettias in habit4 ,it is an excellent variety1 and blooms abundantly2 of a scarlet colour2 forming a fine contrast with the two last1 which are light in colour1 and though not generally known is very desirable4 ,no4 #d4 ,rosa moschta1 musk-scented1 or white cluster1 is an esteemed rose both for profusion of flower and agreeableness in fragrance4 ,it is not of so rapid growth as the three previous1 and may be kept as a bush2 though it will grow to a considerable height if protected by a wall or close fence1 being tacked thereto4 ,where kept as a bush1 in very severe winters1 it is the better of a slight covering1 and is the latest flowering rose in the garden4 ,the flowers are frequently on the same bush single1 semi-double1 and double1 but mostly semi-double4 ,no4 #e4 ,rosa moschta suprba1 or superb white cluster4 ,this in habit and appearance is the same as ,no4 #d1 only the roses are double1 and never vary2 which makes it a very superior rose4 ,it is highly esteemed and scarce4 ,no4 #f4 ,rosa ,aralie ,noisetti4 ,this has been called by some ,purple ,noisetti1 7which is a very different rose1 and not generally known47 ,in growth it is similar to ,no4 #d1 and could be kept in the same manner4 ,the flowers are of a dark pink colour1 very prolific1 but not so large as ,no4 #b4 ,these are all what are termed with us ever-blooming roses1 being in flower from ,may until the buds are destroyed by frost4 ,they should be pruned about the first of this month4 ,the young wood is most productive of bloom2 where the branches are too crowded1 cut out the oldest wood as close to the ground as is practicable1 and any of the dead branches4 ,the shoots when tied to the trellis1 arbour1 wall1 or fence1 should be about six inches clear4 ,the branches when made fast to their support ought to be in direct lines1 which must at all times be strictly observed4 ,it is very unsightly to see shoots trained crooked1 or over each other1 and1 unsightly or unscientifical as it may be1 it is too prevalent in every garden4 ,no4 #g4 ,r4 ,bourbn is a double rose of brilliant red colour1 petals large1 stiff1 and neatly set2 the flower about the size of a common ,provins rose1 and finely scented2 grows freely4 ,the wood is strong1 and undoubtedly it is the finest climbing rose that has come under our observation1 and is highly admired4 ,no4 #h4 ,r4 ,boursault4 ,this rose is much thought of in ,europe4 ,it is of a purple colour 7and once called ,purpurea71 has a little fragrance1 flower nearly the size of ,no4 #g2 wood more slender1 and of very rapid growth1 and capable of covering a large space4 ,when in flower it is very showy4 ,the old wood is of a purple colour4 ,there is a white variety of it4 ,no4 #i4 ,r4 ,lisle1 is of a light pink colour1 about the shape and size of ,no4 #h1 grows freely1 and flowers abundantly4 ,this and ,no4 #h4 are the hardiest climbing roses that we know4 ,no4 #aj4 ,r4 microphylla4 ,this rose is unique in every character1 resembling ,no4 #ba4 more than any other4 ,the foliage is very small and neat1 and the calyx thick and bristly4 ,the flowers are produced at the extremity of the young shoots in twos or threes1 according to the strength of the plant2 they are large and double2 the exterior petals large and full2 those of the interior are very short and thick set2 the colour in the centre is dark1 shading lighter towards the exterior2 the spines are in pairs on each side of the compound leaves4 ,it is perfectly hardy1 and greatly esteemed1 and not so subject to be attacked by insects as other roses4 ,no4 #aa4 ,r4 ,franklinia1 or ,cluster-tea1 generally flowers well in ,may and ,june1 but during the remainder of the season the heat appears to be too strong for it1 the buds dropping off before expansion4 ,the flower bud is larger than that of the ,tea-rose2 the petals large but loose1 colour light blush4 ,no4 #ab4 ,r4 ,bnksi1 or ,lady ,banks' rose1 is a free growing kind1 and has a lucid green foliage2 flowers small white clusters with pink centre1 very double1 and sweet scented2 in bloom during ,may4 ,from what we have seen of it1 the spring months appear too changeable for perfecting all its bloom1 many falling off from the chilliness of the nights4 ,the plant naturally is an evergreen1 but in our city is deciduous2 grows best in sandy soil1 and should be protected by mats during winter4 ,no4 #ac4 ,r4 ,bnksi ltea plno4 ,the habit and foliage of this are the same as ,no4 #ab1 and whether hardy or not we have not proved4 ,in ,europe it is considered more hardy than the preceding variety4 ,the flowers are larger1 of a fine gold yellow1 very double1 and neatly set4 ,it is considered very pretty4 ,no4 #ad4 ,r4 multiflra1 was amongst the first climbing roses that was planted in this city1 and was so highly admired1 that twenty dollars were given for one plant4 ,it bears its flowers in close clusters on the wood of last year2 the colour is a deep blush2 petals thickly set1 making it a close and compact small rose2 blooming in ,june4 ,it is losing its celebrity1 and giving place to ,champny1 ,noisttia1 ,grevllii1 c4 ,no4 #ae4 ,r4 white multiflra4 ,in all respects same as ,no4 #ad1 except in flower1 which is much lighter1 but not a pure white4 ,no4 #af4 ,r4 scarlet multiflra1 is darker in colour than ,no4 #ad1 but is not properly a scarlet flower4 ,no4 #ag4 ,r4 purple multiflra4 ,we suspect that there is some confusion in this plant being confounded either with ,scarlet multiflra or with ,grevllii4 ,plants imported as such have proved to be the latter4 ,no4 #ah4 ,r4 ,grevllii1 is a very curious rose1 flowered the first time with us in ,june #ahcj4 ,it is of the variety of ,no4 #ad1 and of ,china origin2 growth free and luxuriant2 leaves large and deeply nerved2 flowers in large clusters1 almost every eye of the wood of last year producing one cluster1 having on it from eight to twenty roses1 according to the state of the plant1 each rose expanding differently in colour or shade4 ,many suppose that they expand all of the same colour1 and change afterwards4 ,this is not the case4 ,we have seen them white1 pink1 red1 purple1 and various other shades when the bloom expanded2 and on two clusters we have observed twenty-two distinct shades of colour4 ,in fact1 it is a complete nondescript1 having roses1 single1 semi-double1 and double1 large and small1 and every colour between white and purple1 forming1 in every garden where it is planted1 a wonder of the vegetable world4 ,it is very hardy2 an eastern aspect will answer it best1 preserving the flowers from the direct rays of the sun1 which will keep the colours purer4 ,we readily recommend it to every lover of ,flora4 ,no4 #ai4 ,r4 arvnsis scndens multiplx1 or double ,ayrshire4 ,we imported this rose last year1 as being a very double blush1 sweet-scented variety4 ,it is highly valued1 and said to be more rapid in growth than any other variety1 and likewise a profuse flowerer4 ,as far as we know it remains to be proved how it will agree with our climate1 and have its high characters substantiated2 although we have no reason to doubt the authority we received it from4 ,no4 #bj4 ,r4 sempervrens plen4 ,this is a most handsome double white rose4 ,the strong shoots of last year will produce a large cluster of flowers from almost every eye1 and as a profuse flowering double white climbing rose we have seen none to surpass it4 ,it grows freely1 the foliage and wood pure green1 leaves much nerved4 ,no4 #ba4 ,r4 bracteta plen1 double ,macartney1 is a very fine large double white variety1 with strongly marked red edged petals2 blooming from ,may to ,july4 ,it is very scarce1 and grows best in sandy soil4 ,the best time for pruning those roses which only bloom once in the season1 and are of a climbing habit1 is immediately after flowering1 cutting out all the old wood that has produced flowers1 thereby invigorating the young wood that is to bear the flowers the ensuing year2 and the stronger the wood of this year can be made to grow1 the finer and more profuse will be the flowers4 ,the plants of ,nos4 #ab1 #ad1 #ah1 and the intermediate varieties1 have been pruned on a wrong system4 ,in place of giving them a general dressing in spring1 they ought to have it immediately after flowering2 the old wood cut out1 leaving only the young and such as is of a healthy nature4 ,avoid crowding them together1 and tie them all straight and regular4 ,never top the shoots except where there is a supply of wood wanted4 ,in spring the only dressing requisite is to cut off the injured shoots or branches1 making good the tyings that have given way4 ,trellises for these roses are generally made too wide2 the shoots cannot be neatly kept to them4 ,they ought never to exceed nine inches between each spar or rod4 ,there are several species and varieties of climbing roses of high standing in character1 but not being perfectly known to us in regard to hardiness1 c4 we forbear making any remarks upon them1 knowing that much exaggeration exists4 ,,climbing ,,plants4 ,as shade is much required in this country1 and plants suitable for covering arbours1 c4 eagerly sought for1 we will make a few remarks on those which are preferred for their beauty1 growth1 hardiness1 c4 ,atragne alpna1 is a free growing deciduous shrub1 with large blush-coloured flowers1 which continue blooming from ,may to ,july2 has small pinnated foliage4 ,clmatis viticlla pulchlla1 or double purple virgin's bower1 is an esteemed climbing plant2 of rapid growth1 with large flowers in great profusion from ,june to ,september4 ,there are several varieties of the above1 two of them single1 and it is said that there is likewise a double red4 ,c4 flmmula1 sweet scented virgin's bower1 is of very rapid growth4 ,established plants will grow from twenty to forty feet in one season1 producing at the axils of the young shoots large panicles of small white flowers of exquisite fragrance2 the leaves are compound pinnate2 in bloom from ,june to ,november1 but in ,june1 ,july1 ,september1 and ,october1 the flowers are in great profusion1 perfuming the whole garden4 ,this is one of the best climbing hardy plants that we know1 and it ought to have a situation in every garden4 ,c4 ,virgina1 is of rapid growth1 and well adapted for arbours2 flowers small white in axillary panicles1 dioecious1 leaves ternate1 segments cordate1 acute1 coarsely toothed and lobed1 in bloom from ,june to ,august4 ,a native1 and a little fragrant4 ,c4 flrida plen1 is a fine free flowering plant1 though generally considered a shrub1 is more herbaceous than shrubby2 the flowers are large double white2 in growth will not exceed ten feet in one season4 ,glycine frutscens1 a beautiful native climbing shrub1 known in our gardens under that name1 but is properly ,wistria frutscens4 ,it has large pendulous branches of blue 7leguminose7 flowers1 blooming from ,may to ,august2 pinnated leaves with nine ovate downy leaflets2 grows freely4 ,glycine chinnsis1 is given to ,wistria1 and is the finest climbing shrub of the phaseolious tribe4 ,the flowers are light blue1 in long nodding many-flowered racemose spikes1 blooming from ,may to ,august profusely2 leaves pinnated1 with eleven ovate lanceolate silky leaflets1 and is of a very rapid growth4 ,we are not certain if it will withstand our winters without protection4 ,bignnia crucgera1 is an evergreen which is very desirable in many situations1 being likewise of luxuriant growth4 ,it will cover in a few years an area of fifty feet2 flowers of an orange scarlet colour1 blooming from ,may to ,august4 ,b4 grandiflra1 now given to ,tecma1 has large orange coloured flowers1 blooming from ,june to ,august1 and grows very fast4 ,we are not positive that it will stand our winters without protection4 ,b4 rdicans1 is likewise given to ,tecma1 and is a native plant4 ,when in flower it is highly ornamental1 but it requires great attention to keep it in regular order1 being of a strong rough nature2 in bloom from ,june to ,august4 ,periplca grca1 is a climber of extraordinary growth4 ,well established plants grow thirty or forty feet in one season2 flowers in clusters from ,may to ,july1 of a brownish yellow colour1 and hairy inside2 leaves smooth1 ovate1 lanceolate1 wood slender1 twining1 and elastic4 ,hedra ,hlix1 ,irish ,ivy1 is a valuable evergreen for covering naked walls1 or any other unsightly object4 ,the foliage is of a lively green1 leaves from three to five angled4 ,there are several varieties of it1 all valuable for growing in confined shady situations where no other plant will thrive4 ,ampelpsis hedercea4 ,this plant is commonly employed for covering walls1 for which the rapidity of its growth1 and the largeness of the leaves1 render it extremely appropriate4 ,there are several species of the genus1 all resembling the ,vine in habit and in flower4 ,it is called by some ,cssus hedercea1 which is certainly improper1 this belonging to ,tetandria1 and the former to ,pentandria4 ,there are several other plants of a climbing habit1 both curious and ornamental2 but our limits will not admit of a detail4 ,,deciduous ,,shrubs4 ,finish planting all deciduous shrubs in the early part of the month4 ,these plants are generally delayed too long1 the leaves in many instances are beginning to expand1 thereby giving a check to the ascending sap1 which we may safely assert causes the death of one third of the plants1 when perhaps the operator or some individual more distantly concerned is blamed4 ,these shrubs1 if properly removed and planted at the exact starting of vegetation1 pressing the earth close to their roots when planting1 7previously taking care that the small fibres have not become dry by exposure17 will not1 by these simple attentions1 one out of fifty fail4 ,those that are late planted should have frequent waterings1 and if large1 firmly supported1 that the wind may have no effect in disturbing the young and tender fibrous roots4 ,,of ,,planting ,,evergreen ,,shrubs4 ,now is the season to plant all kinds of evergreen trees and shrubs4 ,in most seasons the middle of the month is the most proper time1 the weather then being mild and moist2 or if a late season1 defer it to the end of the month4 ,when planted earlier1 they will remain dormant until this time1 and their tender fibrous roots in that case frequently perish from their liability to injury from frost or frosty winds1 being more susceptible of such injury than fibres of deciduous plants4 ,they now begin to vegetate1 which is the grand criterion for transplanting any plant4 ,the buds begin to swell1 the roots to push1 and if they can be quickly lifted and replanted1 they will hardly receive a check4 ,at all events care must be taken that they are not long out of the ground and exposed to the air1 which greatly assists the success in planting4 ,it may be observed that evergreens in general succeed the better the smaller they are1 although we have seen plants1 trees1 and evergreens1 successfully lifted upwards of thirteen feet high and fifteen in diameter1 and carried several miles4 ,by the second year there was no appearance that such operation had taken place4 ,in preparing a hole for the reception of these plants1 make it larger than the roots1 breaking the bottom thereof fine1 and putting in some fresh soil4 ,place the plant upright in the centre1 putting in the earth and breaking it fine1 and give the plant a few gentle shakes4 ,when the roots are more than half covered1 put in a pot or pail full of water1 allowing it to subside1 then cover all the roots1 give a second or third pail full1 and when subsided the earth will be close to all the roots4 ,cover with more earth1 pressing all firm with the foot4 ,put more soil loosely on1 which will give it a finished appearance1 and prevent it from becoming dry1 and not requiring mulching1 which has an unsightly appearance4 ,all that the wind will have any hurtful effect upon1 must be firmly supported1 especially large plants4 ,if the weather sets in dry and hot1 they should be watered as often as necessity shall direct4 ,those that are established1 it will be necessary to go over them 7if not already done7 to cut off all wood killed in winter1 and also to thin them if too thick and crowded4 ,when the above is done1 let every part of the shrubbery be dressed off as directed in ,march4 ,shrubs of all kinds will now begin to look gay and lively1 which may be very much heightened or depreciated1 according to the state in which the ground and contiguous walks are kept4 ,always keep in view that weeds are no objects of beauty4 ,,care ,,of ,,choice ,,bulbs4 ,hyacinths of the earliest sorts will begin to expand and show their colours1 of which we can boast of a few as fine sorts in the vicinity of ,philadelphia1 as in any garden of ,europe2 but even these very superior sorts1 when in bloom1 are too frequently neglected1 being allowed to stand without rods1 stakes1 or any means of support1 likewise equally exposed to drenching rains and scorching suns2 and the finest collections may be seen after heavy rains prostrate on the ground1 whereas a few hours' trouble would give them the requisite support1 thereby preserving their beauty much longer1 and giving more gratification4 ,as soon as the stems advance to any height1 they should be supported by wires1 rods1 c4 and tied slightly thereto with threads of matting1 or any other substitute1 repeat the tying as they advance1 avoid tying amongst the florets1 because they grow by extension1 and are liable to be broken off by so doing4 ,the sun deteriorates the colours very much1 especially the red1 blue1 and yellow sorts2 whereas if they were simply protected from the sun by an awning of thin canvass1 the colours would be preserved and the beauty protracted4 ,if there are stakes drove into the ground on each side of the beds1 about three feet high1 with others in the centre about eight feet1 having laths or hoops from the side to the centre1 formed similar to the roof of a house1 so that people may walk or sit under it1 the canvass or awning being thin to admit of the light freely1 the effect in the time of sunshine from the brilliancy of the colours is peculiarly gratifying4 ,where an awning is thus erected1 it requires to be kept on only from nine to three o'clock in sunshine days1 and during nights or time of rain1 allowing the awning on the most northern side to come close to the ground when necessary1 to shelter them from cold cutting winds4 ,tulips in every respect should have the same care and protection1 never neglecting to have the beds with a smooth clean surface1 and the stems neatly tied up1 although they are not in so much danger as ,hyacinths4 ,the properties of a good ,hyacinth are1 viz--the stem strong and erect1 the florets or bells occupying one half of the stem1 each floret suspended by a short strong footstalk1 longest at the bottom1 the uppermost floret quite erect1 so that the whole may form a pyramid4 ,each floret well filled with petals rising towards the centre1 that it may appear to the eye a little convex4 ,regarding colour1 fancy does not agree1 and the scrupulous cultivators differ materially4 ,however the more pure and bright the finer1 or a white with a pink centre1 or the centre of the petals with a paler or deeper colour appearing striped1 which is considered to have a good effect4 ,those of a good ,tulip are--the stem strong1 elastic1 and erect1 about two feet high1 the flower large and composed of six petals1 proceeding a little horizontally at first1 and then turning upwards1 forming a flat-bottomed cup1 rather widest at the top2 the three exterior petals should be larger than the three interior ones1 and broader at their base2 the edges of the petals entire1 free from notch or ruggedness2 the top of each well rounded2 the colour of the flower at the bottom of the cup ought to be pure1 white1 or yellow1 and the rich coloured stripes which are the principal ornament should be pure1 bold1 regular1 and distinct on the margin1 and terminate in fine points elegantly pencilled4 ,the centre of each petal should have one bold stripe1 or blotch of rich colouring4 ,the ground colours that are most esteemed are white1 the purer the finer2 or1 on the other hand1 the dark grounds1 and of course the darker the better2 but these vary in estimation1 according to the prevailing taste of amateurs4 ,,anemones ,,and ,,ranunculus4 ,moist weather and frequent showers are highly essential to the perfecting of these flowers1 and if these should fail at this season of the year1 artificial means must be used to supply the deficiency4 ,take a watering-pot without the rose1 and run the water 7river or rain water is best7 gently between the rows1 taking care not to make holes in the ground4 ,when they have got a good watering at root1 take the syringe and give them a gentle sprinkling in fine evenings1 observing not to use force for fear of breaking the flower stems4 ,in dry weather the result of a deficiency of water would be that the stems and flowers of the strongest roots will be weak1 and make no progress1 and many of them will not bloom2 the foliage of a sickly1 yellow appearance1 from which they would not recover2 and the roots when taken up of little use for farther transplanting4 ,a good plan in dry seasons is to cover the ground between the rows with cow manure1 which will prevent the moisture from evaporating1 and the rain or water passing through it greatly enriches the soil1 and strengthens the roots4 ,,auriculas4 ,having under this head last month given ample directions for the treatment of these plants previous to flowering1 we refer to that head to avoid repetition4 ,,carnations1 ,,pinks1 c4 ,if any of these were omitted to be shifted last month1 or planted out according to directions therein given1 let it be done forthwith4 ,where they are still protected with frames1 give them plenty of air1 keeping the sashes entirely off during the day1 keep the pots perfectly free from weeds1 and give the foliage frequent sprinklings with water4 ,polyanthus and primroses will be exhibiting their beautiful flowers4 ,they require the same treatment1 and delight in moisture and a shaded situation4 ,do not sprinkle them while in flower1 and keep them clear of weeds or decayed leaves1 never exposing them to the sun4 ,they are very hardy1 and where required may be planted in very shady situations1 for they will suffer more from the influence of the sun's rays than from frost4 ,those plants in pots in general that have been protected in frames1 and are destined for the borders1 should now as soon as possible be planted in their destined situations1 having nothing to fear from chilling winds or frosts after the middle of this month1 except in uncommon seasons4 ,those that are to be kept in pots1 if not repotted1 do it immediately1 and give regular supplies of water4 ,,polianthus ,,tuberosa ,,flore ,,pleno4 ,this very popular bulb1 generally known as ,tuberose1 has been cultivated in ,england upwards of two centuries1 whence we no doubt have received it1 and now can return those of our production to supply their demand4 ,the flowers are many and highly odoriferous1 and of the purest white1 and on a flower stem from three to five feet high4 ,to have them in the greatest perfection1 they should be planted in a lively hot-bed1 about the first of this month in six inch pots filled with light rich earth1 giving very little water until they begin to grow1 when they ought to be liberally supplied with plenty of air1 and about the end of next month they may be planted in the borders1 providing a spot for them that is or has been well worked1 and enriched with well decomposed manure4 ,secure their flower stems to proper rods4 ,previous to planting the roots1 all the off-sets should be taken off and planted separately2 keep the crown of the bulb level with the surface of the pot1 and when they are replanted in the open ground1 put them two inches deeper4 ,but when the convenience of a hot-bed cannot be obtained1 they will succeed very well if planted about the end of this month or first of next in the garden1 in a bed of earth prepared for their reception4 ,let it be dug deep1 and make the soil light and rich1 by giving it a good supply of manure two years old1 well broken and incorporated with the earth1 adding a little sand where the soil is heavy4 ,the black earth from the woods produced from decayed leaves is equally as good without sand4 ,having the ground in proper order1 draw drills about two and a half inches deep1 and eighteen inches apart2 plant the bulbs 7after divesting them of their off-sets7 nine inches apart in the row1 covering the crown of the bulb about an inch and a half4 ,when done1 carefully rake and finish off the beds4 ,when they shoot up their flower stems1 give them neat rods for their support4 ,plant the off-sets in closer rows to produce flowering roots for next year1 because they seldom flower the second time4 ,,amaryllis ,,formosissima1 ,,or ,,jacobea ,,lily4 ,about the end of this or beginning of next month1 is the most proper time for planting out these bulbs4 ,this flower is of the most beautiful and rich crimson velvet colour4 ,the bulb generally produces two stems1 the one after the other1 about the end of ,may or first of ,june4 ,the stem is from nine inches to one foot high1 surmounted by a single flower1 composed of six petals1 three hanging down1 three erect and recurved2 the stamens droop on the centre of the under petals4 ,the flower thus appears nodding on one side of the stem1 and has a most graceful and charming appearance4 ,if planted in a bed1 prepare the ground as before directed for ,tuberoses4 ,keep the rows one foot asunder1 and the bulbs six inches apart in the rows1 covering them two inches over their crowns4 ,this plant is now called ,spreiklia formosssima1 and we think properly too1 for its habit differs from ,amaryllis4 ,we have not the smallest doubt that in a few years1 not only this superb ,south ,american bulb will adorn our flower gardens1 but many of the rich bulbs of ,brazil and ,south ,america generally will yearly exhibit to us the beauty of their colours and the beautiful construction of their flowers and foliage1 of which we are now generally deprived1 perhaps because we have not the conveniency of a proper hot-house for their protection during winter4 ,but it will be found1 in many instances1 that these bulbs will do perfectly well to be kept dry in a warm room from ,october to ,may1 when the heat of our summer is sufficient for the perfection of their flowers1 and many species will ripen their seeds4 ,the bulb that is known as ,amaryllis ,belladnna1 now called ,belladnna purpurscens1 is hardy4 ,,tiger ,,flower4 ,tigrdia1 a genus of ,mexican bulbs belonging to ,monadelphia ,trindria1 and produce the most beautiful flowers of the natural order of ,iride4 ,t4 pavnia is of the brightest scarlet1 tinged and spotted with pure yellow4 ,t4 conchiiflra1 colour rich yellow1 tinged and spotted with bright crimson4 ,the colours are very rich1 and purely contrasted4 ,the corolla is about four inches in diameter1 composed of six petals2 the outer are reflexed1 the flower of the largest1 though splendid in beauty1 exists only one day2 but to compensate for that1 a plant will produce flowers for several weeks2 and where a bed of them can be collected1 they will bloom in profusion from ,july to ,september4 ,they like a light rich free soil4 ,lift the bulbs in ,october1 and preserve them as directed in that month for ,tuberoses4 ,be sure that they be kept dry1 and secure from frost4 ,a bed of these should be in every garden4 ,a writer says1 it is the most beautiful flower that is cultivated4 ,plant them about the end of this or first of next month2 if in beds keep them one foot apart each way4 ,,walks4 ,the walks in general should be put in the neatest order during this month4 ,little requires to be added to the observations of last month1 but if these have not been executed1 fail not to have it done the first opportunity1 choosing dry weather for the operation of turning the old or adding new gravel to them1 levelling1 raking1 and rolling neatly as you proceed4 ,always after rain give the whole of the gravel walks a good rolling4 ,this being frequently done during the early part of the season1 will be a saving of much labour and time through the summer4 ,the walks having a firm surface1 the growth of weeds will be retarded1 and the heavy rains will not be so apt to injure them4 ,where there are any pretensions to keeping these in order1 they ought to be picked of weeds and litter once a week1 and gone over with the roller at least once every two weeks during the season4 ,sweep and divest the grass walks of all worm casts1 litter1 c4 cutting the edgings neatly4 ,mow the grass every two weeks from this time to ,october1 sweeping off the grass clean each time1 and give frequent rollings to keep the surface smooth4 ,if any require to be laid with turf1 delay it no longer4 ,for directions see last month4 ,the above observations on walks in general1 will apply through the season2 therefore we will not repeat this subject until ,october4 ,,evergreen ,,hedges4 ,we have previously observed1 under the head of ,evergreens1 that this is the best season for their replanting4 ,we cannot pass over the observations of this month1 without having reference to evergreen hedges1 so much neglected amongst us1 and yet so important to the diversity of aspect1 and especially to soften a little the gloomy appearance of our winters4 ,there are three indigenous shrubs1 and at least one exotic1 that are well adapted for the purpose1 viz1 ,pnus canadnsis1 ,hemlock-spruce2 ,thja occidentlis1 ,american arbor-vit2 and ,junperis virginina1 ,red cedar4 ,these are natives1 and the two former are admirably adapted for the purpose4 ,where there is to be a hedge of any of these planted1 select plants about two feet high2 lift them carefully1 preserving the roots as much as possible4 ,dig a trench from one and a half to two feet wide1 and from one to one foot and a half deep4 ,this will admit the soil about the roots to be well broken1 which must be done in planting4 ,keep the plants in the centre of the trench1 mixing the shortest and the tallest1 that it may be of one height1 putting the earth close about their roots as you proceed1 and make it firm with the foot2 fill up1 and water as directed for evergreens in this month4 ,if the season is very dry1 give it frequent copious waterings4 ,none of them should be topped for a few seasons1 except such as are much above the others in height1 keeping the sides regular and even by clipping or shearing once a year1 either in this month or at the end of ,august4 ,it is better to keep the top 7when they have got to the desired height7 pointed1 than broad4 ,the latter method retains a heavy weight of snow1 which frequently breaks down1 or otherwise deforms1 that which has cost much labour to put into shape4 ,,box ,,edgings4 ,where these have not been laid1 this month is the proper time4 ,do not delay the planting of such any later4 ,for ample directions see ,march under this head4 ,clipping of those should be done about the middle of this month4 ,there will then be no danger of frosts to brown the cut leaves1 and the young foliage will not be expanded4 ,to keep these edgings in order1 they must be cut once a year1 and never be allowed to get above four inches high1 and two inches wide4 ,what we consider the neatest edging is three inches high1 two inches wide at the bottom1 tapering to a thin edge at the top4 ,it is very unsightly to see large bushy edgings1 especially to narrow walks4 ,the use of edgings is to keep the soil from the gravel1 and the larger they are allowed to grow the more ineffectual they become2 growing more open below as they advance in height4 ,the operation may be done very expeditiously by clipping the tops level1 going longitudinally along with shears for the purpose1 called box shears4 ,strain a line along the centre of the edgings1 cutting perpendicularly from the line to the bottom on each side1 leaving only the breadth of the line at top4 ,edgings1 cut in this manner1 every spring will always look well1 and the trouble1 comparatively1 is a mere trifle4 ,,grass ,,plats1 c4 ,if these have not been laid down where wanted1 delay it no longer1 for which see directions in ,march2 and where these are desired to be kept in order1 they should be mown every two or three weeks at farthest2 from this month to ,october when cut1 the grass should be clean swept off1 and the edgings1 if out of order1 adjusted4 ,to mention this subject again will be only a repetition1 therefore we will let this suffice4 ,,general ,,care ,,of ,,plants ,,coming ,,into ,,flower4 ,every part of the flower ground should be put into neat order1 giving such plants about the borders as are shooting up their flower stems1 and are tender1 and in danger of being hurt or broken by the wind1 proper sticks or rods for their support4 ,in doing this1 endeavour to conceal the rods1 c4 as much as possible1 by dressing the stems and leaves in a natural looking manner over them4 ,let the stakes be in proportion to the heighth and growth of the plants4 ,it looks very unsightly to see strong stakes to short and weak growing plants4 ,the tyings likewise should be proportionate4 ,examine all the beds and patches of seedling flowers now coming up1 and let them be refreshed with water as it may be necessary1 and pick out the weeds as they appear4 ,we cannot leave this department at this season of the year1 without enforcing the benefit and beauty that will result from keeping the weeds down during this and next month4 ,therefore strictly observe that there are none running to seed in any part of the garden2 in fact1 they ought not to be allowed to rear their heads above one day in sight4 ,rooms4 ,,april4 ,we remarked last month1 that about this season1 where it is convenient1 an eastern window is more congenial to plants than a southern4 ,the sun becomes too powerful1 and the morning sun is preferable to that of the afternoon4 ,west is also preferable to south4 ,some keep their plants in excellent order at a north window4 ,but the weather is so mild after this1 that there is no difficulty in protecting and growing plants in rooms4 ,they generally suffer most from want of air and water2 the window must be up a few inches1 or altogether1 according to the mildness of the day4 ,and as plants are more liable to get covered with dust in rooms than in any other department1 and not so convenient to be syringed or otherwise cleaned1 take the first opportunity of a mild day to carry them to a shady situation1 and syringe such as are not in flower well with water2 or for want of a syringe take a watering-pot with a rose upon it3 allowing them to stand until they drip1 when they may be put into their respective situations4 ,,directions ,,for ,,plants ,,brought ,,from ,,the ,,green-,,house4 ,any plants that are brought from the ,green-house during the spring months ought to be as little exposed to the direct rays of the sun as possible4 ,keep them in airy situations1 with plenty of light1 giving frequent and liberal supplies of water4 ,plants may be often observed through our city during this month fully exposed in the outside of a south window1 with the blaze of a mid-day sun upon them1 and these too just come from the temperate and damp atmosphere of a well regulated ,green-house4 ,being thus placed in an arid situation1 scorched between the glass and the sun whose heat is too powerful for them to withstand1 the transition being so sudden1 that1 however great their beauties may have appeared1 they in a few days become brown1 the flowers tarnished or decayed1 and the failure generally attributed to individuals not at all concerned4 ,from this and similar causes many have drawn the unjust conclusion1 viz4 that plants from ,green-houses are of too delicate a nature to be exposed in rooms or windows at this early season4 ,but every year gives more and more proof to the contrary4 ,there are ladies in ,philadelphia1 and those not a few1 whose rooms and windows at this period vie with the finest of our ,green-houses1 with respect to the health1 beauty and order of their plants1 and we might almost say in variety4 ,some of them have got above eight kinds of ,camellias in their collections1 which afford a continual beauty through the winter1 with many other desirable and equally valuable plants4 ,exposure to the sun1 and want of water1 are the general cause of failures at this period4 ,we have spoken so minutely and so frequently on these two subjects1 that we think more repetition unnecessary4 ,the plants generally are growing pretty freely by this time1 and are not so liable to suffer from liberal supplies of water1 observing never to give it until the soil in the pot is inclining to become dry1 and administering it always in the evenings4 ,,flowering ,,plants4 ,our directions last month under this head will equally apply now4 ,the ,china roses that are now coming plentifully in flower should be kept near the light1 and in airy exposures1 to brighten their colours1 otherwise they will be very pale and sickly4 ,geraniums too ought to have the like treatment4 ,,bringing ,,plants ,,out ,,of ,,the ,,cellar1 c4 ,all or most of the plants that have been in the cellar during winter1 such as ,pomegranates1 ,lagerstrmias1 ,hydrngeas1 ,oleanders1 ,sweet-bay1 c4 may be brought out to the open air any time about the middle of the month4 ,if any of them stand in need of larger pots or tubs1 have them turned out1 the balls reduced1 and put them in others a little larger2 or where convenient they may be planted in the ground1 except ,oleanders1 which do best to be a little confined4 ,be sure to keep the ,hydrngeas in shady situations4 ,it will not be advisable to expose entirely the ,orange and ,lemon trees1 until the end of this or first of next month4 ,where there are any scale or foulness of any kind collected on the foliage or wood1 have them cleaned directly before the heat increases the one1 and to get clear of the disagreeable appearance of the other4 ,hot-,house4 ,,may4 ,very few directions for this department remain to be given2 except for shifting plants1 and a few observations on those that are most desirable for the ,hot-house2 which we will do in this month1 considering ,may and ,june the best months of the year for that operation4 ,the days and nights will be very mild by this time1 and the sashes in every favourable day should be opened both in front and top1 so that the plants may be enured to the open air1 which they will be exposed to by the end of the month1 ,leave in the beginning of the month the top sashes a little open every mild night1 and gradually as the heat increases leave the front sashes and doors open4 ,continue to syringe them at least every alternate night1 and if possible every night2 and give them all1 according to their respective wants1 liberal supplies of water every day4 ,absorption amongst ,hot-house plants is as great during this month as in any period of the year4 ,,of ,,repotting ,,plants1 c4 ,it is our candid opinion that this and next month are the best periods for shifting or repotting all or most of ,hot-house plants4 ,the end of ,august being the time always adopted around ,philadelphia for that operation 7and then they are done indiscriminately17 we will assign a few reasons for our practice4 ,first1 that it is not congenial to the nature of these plants to have their roots surrounded with fresh soil1 when they are becoming inactive2 secondly1 that there is not a sufficiency of heat naturally to quicken them to an active state when they are encouraged2 and thirdly1 being thus in new soil while dormant1 they have a yellow and sickly aspect until they begin to grow2 and the foliage thus deprived of its natural vigour will not appear so healthful again4 ,whereas1 if they are shifted or repotted in this or next month1 at which season they are between two stages of growth1 they immediately1 on receiving fresh assistance1 and by the increasing heat of the summer1 make new growths1 are perfectly ripened before the approach of winter1 and never lose that verdureal appearance they have attained4 ,these are our reasons acquired from a close practice and observation1 and are not influenced by the doings of others which are so much aside4 ,no practical operator especially1 nor in fact any individual1 ought to be governed by custom in regard to the treatment of plants1 without having an idea as to why and wherefore1 founded on the principles of nature1 and governed by her unerring results4 ,as many are desirous of having a knowledge of plants1 before they order them1 and likewise which are the finest flowerers and their general character1 especially those who are at a great distance1 and seldom have the privilege of seeing what is most desirable1 our descriptions will be limited1 and simply such as are given for the ,green-house in ,march4 ,accias4 ,several of these are desirable in the ,hot-house1 for the grandeur of their foliage1 beauty of flower1 and a few of them as specimens of valuable medicinal plants4 ,a4 ,houstni1 now ,anneslia ,houstni1 is one of the most magnificent of the ,mimsa tribe1 blooming from ,august to ,november in large terminale spikes1 of a crimson colour1 stamens very long1 and beautiful2 leaves bipinnated in pairs4 ,a4 grandiflra1 likewise given to ,anneslia1 and similar to the former in colour2 has very large compound bipinnate leaves1 with from twenty to forty pairs4 ,a4 ,catchu1 flowers yellow1 wood spiny1 leaves bipinnated1 about ten pairs4 ,the inner wood of this tree is of a brown colour1 from which the ,catchu used in medicine is prepared4 ,it is disputed whether ,a4 ,vra1 or ,a4 ,arbica produces the gum ,arabic4 ,we are inclined to think it is the latter1 which grows principally on the ,atlas mountains4 ,the gum exudes spontaneously from the bark of the tree in a soft half fluid state4 ,there are many others of this genus belonging to the ,hot-house1 but being shy in flowering1 are not generally esteemed4 ,most of the flowers have the appearance of yellow balls of down1 and are hermaphrodite4 ,the pots should all be well drained4 ,aloe4 ,these grotesque looking succulent plants are principally natives of the ,cape of ,good ,hope1 and consequently will do well in the warmest part of the ,green-house1 although when convenient1 they frequently get a situation in the ,hot-house4 ,it is not requisite1 except for ,a4 vulgris1 known as ,a4 barbadnsis2 which has orange yellow flowers2 ,a4 oblqua1 now called ,gastria oblqua2 ,a4 dichtoma2 and ,a4 lineta1 which is perhaps the finest of the genus4 ,the leaves are beautifully striped1 with red spines1 flowers scarlet and green4 ,these are the only ones that actually need heat during winter4 ,they ought to have very little water1 once a month is sufficient4 ,they would grow without it1 and several of them would also grow by being suspended in the house1 without earth or any substitute about their roots1 by being frequently sprinkled with water4 ,few of them are admired for the beauty of their flowers1 but the whole are considered curious4 ,they flower from ,may to ,september4 ,ardsias1 about eighteen species4 ,plants highly esteemed for the beauty of their foliage1 flowers1 and berries4 ,the most popular in our collections is ,a4 crenulta4 ,it has rose coloured star-like flowers1 in terminale panicles1 and produces beautiful small red berries1 which continue until other berries are produced the following year1 and frequently there may be seen on one plant1 the berries of three successive years1 thus being a very ornamental plant and very desirable4 ,it is vulgarly called the ,dwarf ever-bearing cherry4 ,it will keep in a good ,green-house1 but not grow freely4 ,a4 solancea has large oblong leaves1 narrowed at each end1 and bears purple berries2 ,a4 legans has entire1 oblong1 shining leaves2 ,a4 umbellta1 once ,a4 littorlis1 is the finest of the genus for abundance of flower and beauty of foliage4 ,the flowers are pink1 in large decompound panicles1 the leaves the largest of all the species1 oblong1 wedge shaped1 nearly sessile1 entire1 smooth1 and reflexed4 ,they are all evergreens1 and the pots should be well drained4 ,they are natives of the ,east ,indies1 and delight in a high temperature4 ,aristolochias1 ,birth-wort4 ,there are several of these belonging to the ,hot-house1 but none of them deserving particular observation1 except ,a4 labiosa4 ,the leaves are reniform1 roundish1 cordate1 and amplexicaule2 the flower or corolla is of a curious construction1 being incurved1 and at the base swelled or saccate with a large lip1 and all beautifully spotted2 colour greenish brown4 ,it is a climbing plant1 and requires a strong heat4 ,astrapoeas1 three species4 ,a4 ,wallichii is a celebrated plant in ,europe1 and a few specimens of it are in this country4 ,it has scarlet unbellated flowers1 with an involucre1 has twenty-five stamens united into a tube1 bearing the corolla with five petals2 leaves roundish1 cordate1 accuminate1 very large with persistent1 ovate wavy stipules4 ,the plant is of easy culture1 and grows freely1 wood very strong4 ,areca1 ,cabbage-tree1 ten species4 ,they are a kind of palms1 with large pinnated leaves1 or properly fronds4 ,in their indigenous state they are from six to forty feet high1 but in the ,hot-house they seldom exceed twenty feet4 ,a4 catechu is used in medicine4 ,a4 olercea is cultivated extensively in the ,west ,indies1 and the tender part of the top is eaten by the natives4 ,a4 montana is most frequent in collections4 ,there is no particular beauty in the flowers4 ,they are all easily grown1 if plenty of heat be given4 ,brunsvigias are all large bulbs from the ,cape of ,good ,hope1 and will keep in the ,green-house during winter1 but are better where they can obtain a situation in the ,hot-house4 ,it is a splendid genus1 containing about ten species4 ,some of the bulbs grow to an enormous size1 and all of them while growing require a liberal supply of water2 but when dormant it must be wholly withheld1 and they should have large pots to make them grow and flower in perfection4 ,b4 multiflora1 flowers scarlet and green2 the leaves lay on the surface of the pot4 ,b4 latcoma1 flowers pale purple4 ,b4 ,josephin has splendid rose coloured flowers1 and is the most admired species of the genus3 the foliage spreading1 half erect1 and glacous2 flowers numerous1 and in large umbels1 on a stem two feet high1 blooming successively2 there is a variety that has striped flowers4 ,several other species have been given to different genera4 ,b4 falcata is now ,ammocharis falcata2 ,b4 marginata1 now ,imhofia2 and ,b4 cilliaris1 is now ,buphone cilliaris4 ,they all flower in umbels1 on stems from six inches to two feet2 flowers lily-like with six petals4 ,bambusa1 ,bamboo-cane1 two species4 ,plants of very strong growth1 and are used in the ,east ,indies1 where they are indigenous1 for every purpose in the construction of huts1 for furniture both domestic and rural1 for fences1 boats1 boxes1 paper1 c4 ,it is frequently used as pipes to convey water4 ,the species thus useful1 is ,b4 arundinacea1 which grows to a great height4 ,we do not mention it as interesting in beauty1 but as a valuable plant1 for the many useful purposes to which it is applied4 ,it requires to be kept wet4 ,banistrias1 a genus of about fourteen climbing evergreen plants4 ,three of them are esteemed4 ,b4 flgens1 yellow flowers in racemose spikes1 leaves subovate1 and downy beneath4 ,b4 ,chrisophylla has beautiful foliage1 as if covered with a shining gold coloured dust2 leaves large1 oblong1 acute4 ,b4 splndens1 flowers in spikes of a yellow colour2 foliage large and silvery like2 the pots should be well drained4 ,barringtnias1 two species4 ,b4 specisa has produced a great excitement amongst cultivators1 and is one of the handsomest plants produced within the tropics4 ,the leaves are large1 oblong1 acute1 shining1 with fleshy nerves1 tinged with red2 the flowers are large1 full of stamens with four petals1 opens in the evening and fades at sunrise2 colour purple and white2 grows freely in strong heat4 ,brwneas1 five species of splendid plants1 but scarce in collections4 ,b4 coccnea has scarlet flowers in pendulous bunches1 corolla semi-double1 foliage bipinnate1 in three pairs4 ,b4 rsa1 mountain rose of ,trinidad4 ,b4 grandicps is the finest of the genus1 leaves bipinnated2 leaflets cordate1 accuminate1 downy and pendulous1 flowers rose colour1 in large close heads4 ,drain the pots well4 ,calatha zebrna1 frequently known as ,marnta zebrna1 and now ,phrynum zebrnum1 is a plant unique in its appearance4 ,the large elongated ovate leaves are beautifully striped with green and dark purple1 and called ,zebra plant4 ,it has light blue flowers in ovate spikes1 about the size of large pine cones4 ,it is a herbaceous plant2 but in the warmest part of the ,hot-house retains its splendid foliage2 requires a very liberal supply of water1 and ought to be in every collection4 ,cnnas1 about thirty species1 several of them deserving cultivation both for flower and foliage2 they are principally natives of the ,west ,indies1 and might all be easily obtained4 ,the finest are ,c4 gigntea1 has large leaves and orange flowers2 ,c4 limbta1 flowers scarlet and yellow2 ,c4 dscolor1 has large cordate1 accuminate leaves of a crimson colour1 the flowers are scarlet2 ,c4 iridiflra1 has large crimson nodding flowers1 very different from any of the others1 and the finest of the genus4 ,they all1 while in a growing state1 require a liberal supply of water2 and being herbaceous plants watering ought to be given up about the first of ,november1 and renewed about the first of ,january1 thus giving them a cessation which they require to flower freely2 but when water is constantly given1 which is the general plan in our collections1 they continue to push weak shoots and few flowers4 ,cctus4 ,this extensive genus is curious1 grotesque1 interesting1 and varied in character and habit2 is now divided into six distinct genera according to their natural appearance and habit4 ,we will describe a few of each genus1 none of which going under the name of ,cctus1 we will give them the six following4 ,mamillrias1 above twenty species1 and are those which are covered with roundish bearded tubercles1 and with small red and white flowers4 ,m4 coccnea2 ,m4 simplex2 ,m4 puslla1 and ,m4 cnica1 are good species1 and will do well with water five or six times during summer4 ,melocctus1 seven species1 and are those that are roundish with deep and many angles1 with spines in clusters on the top of the angle4 ,m4 commnis1 is the ,turk's cap1 named from having an ovate conate crown upon the top1 from which proceed the small red flowers4 ,m4 macrnthus1 has large spines2 ,m4 pyramidlis1 is a conical growing species4 ,these require the same treatment as the last4 ,echinocctus1 about twenty species2 are those that have many deep angles1 and have a remarkable swelling1 with each parcel of spines2 ,e4 gibbsus2 ,e4 crisptus2 ,e4 recrvus2 are curious in appearance1 with small white and purple flowers4 ,these three genera in most collections are not well known specifically1 but it is easy to discriminate which genus they are connected with4 ,creus4 ,this is the most magnificent genus with regard to the magnitude and beauty of the flowers1 but not so closely allied4 ,it takes in all those of a trailing or erect growing habit1 having spines in clusters1 solitary1 or spineless4 ,c4 peruvinus and ,c4 heptagnus1 grow very erect1 and to the height of thirty or forty feet in ,peru and ,mexico1 where they plant them close together as fences1 and they are in a few years impenetrable4 ,c4 flagellifrmus is a well known creeping free flowering species1 has ten angles2 will keep in a good ,green-house1 and produce in ,may and ,june a great number of blooms4 ,the petals are of a fine pink and red colour2 the tube of the flower is long1 and will stand a few days in perfection1 when others come out successively for the space of two months1 and during their continuance make a brilliant appearance4 ,c4 grandiflrus is the celebrated ,night-blooming ,cereus4 ,the flowers are very large1 beautiful1 and sweet-scented4 ,they begin to open about sun-down1 and are fully expanded about eleven o'clock4 ,the corolla1 or rather calyx1 is from seven to ten inches in diameter1 the outside of which is a brown1 and the inside a fine straw yellow colour2 the petals are of the purest white1 with the stamens surrounding the stile in the centre of the flower1 which add to its lustre1 and make it appear like a bright star4 ,its scent is agreeable1 and perfumes the air to a considerable distance2 but these beauties are of momentary duration4 ,by sunrise they fade1 and hang down quite decayed1 and never open again4,e ,one of these ought to be in every collection1 and if trained up a naked wall will not occupy much room1 and grow and flower profusely4 ,they need very little water4 ,c4 speciosssimus has most beautiful large flowers1 about six inches diameter2 the outside petals are a bright scarlet1 those of the inside a fine light purple4 ,one flower lasts a few days1 and a large plant will produce every year from ten to twenty flowers1 blooming from ,may to ,august4 ,it has flowered in some of our collections1 and is highly esteemed4 ,c4 triangulris has the largest flower of the ,cacte family2 the bloom is of a cream colour1 and about one foot in diameter4 ,in its indigenous state1 it produces a fine fruit called ,strawberry ,pear1 and is much esteemed in the ,west ,indies as being slightly acid1 and at the same time sweet1 pleasant1 and cooling4 ,it seldom flowers4 ,c4 phyllanthodes1 once ,cctus specisus1 is one of the most profuse in flowering2 the branches are ensate1 compressed1 and obovate1 without spines2 flowers of a pink colour1 about four inches in diameter2 the stamens as long as the corolla1 with white anthers4 ,it will keep well in a ,green-house or ,room4 ,if in either of the two latter1 give water only a few times during winter4 ,this is becoming a very popular plant4 ,c4 ,jenkinsni is a magnificent hybrid from ,c4 speciosssimus4 ,the flowers are equally as large1 and of a brilliant scarlet colour1 with a profusion of pure white anthers2 is greatly admired1 and is only in a few collections4 ,c4 ,ackermnni is very similar to ,c4 phyllanthodes1 flowering equally as profusely1 the colour a bright scarlet1 and the scarcest species of the genus that is worthy of notice4 ,c4 trunctus1 branches truncated1 flowers deep scarlet and tubular1 from two to three inches in diameter2 the stamens protrude from the corolla2 the plant is of a dwarf growth and branched2 when in flower it is quite a picture4 ,it is said that there are free and shy flowering varieties of this species1 but we doubt it2 perhaps it is owing to the cultivation and soil4 ,e ,they may be preserved if cut off when in perfection1 and put in spirits of wine1 in a chrystal vase1 made air tight4 ,a plant flowered in our collection in ,may #ahcj1 at #ab o'clock at noon--the only instance of the kind we ever heard of4 ,opntias1 about forty species1 and are those whose branches are in joints flatly oblong1 or ovate1 spines solitary1 or in clusters4 ,the plants are not so desirable for beauty of flower as the species of the former genus1 but many of them are remarkable for their strong grotesque and spiny appearance2 besides several of the species are extensively cultivated for the ,cochineal insect4 ,the one most valued for that purpose1 is ,o4 cochinllifera1 which has only small clusters of bristles upon the oblong ovate joints1 and produces small red flowers2 ,c4 ficus ndica1 is also used1 but is very spiny4 ,perskias4 ,about four species1 and those that are of a shrubby nature producing leaves2 ,p4 aculeta bears a fruit called ,barbadoes-gooseberry4 ,the flowers are very small and simple1 spines about half an inch long1 leaves fleshy and elliptical4 ,the whole of the plants in the family of ,cacte require very little water1 and delight in a dry warm situation4 ,they do not agree with frequent repotting2 once in two or three years to young plants1 and in five or six to those that are established1 with the exception of the large1 free flowering species1 which should be repotted once in two years4 ,coffa ,arbica4 ,it produces the celebrated coffee1 and is a plant universally known in our collections1 and of easy culture4 ,the leaves are opposite1 oblong1 wavy and shining1 the flowers white1 of a grateful odour1 but of short duration4 ,there is a plant known as ,c4 occidentalis1 which is now ,tetramrium odoratssimum4 ,it requires a great heat to grow well1 therefore should be kept in the warmest part of the ,hot-house4 ,the flowers are white1 in panicles1 and larger than the common jasmine1 and is very sweet-scented2 leaves oblong1 lanceolate1 accuminate4 ,callicrpas4 ,about twelve species1 and are generally admitted into collections1 though of no particular interest or beauty1 except in the bright purple berries they produce1 which is rarely4 ,the foliage is of a rugose1 hoary appearance4 ,carolneas4 ,about six species of tender plants1 with large digitate leaves1 and of handsome growth4 ,the flowers have numerous filaments1 and are large and singular4 ,c4 insgnis has the largest and compactest blossoms2 ,c4 lba is the only one of the genus that has white flowers1 all the others being red2 ,c4 prnceps and ,c4 robsta are noble looking species1 and are much esteemed4 ,they require a good heat1 with which they will grow freely4 ,carytas4 ,a genus of palms4 ,c4 rens is an admired species1 produces flowers in long pendulous spikes1 which are succeeded by strings of succulent globular berries4 ,in its native state it produces a sweet liquor in large quantities1 and no stronger than water4 ,coccolbas1 ,sea-side grape4 ,this genus is admired for its beautiful large foliage1 which is oblong ovate1 and cordate ovate2 ,c4 pubscens and ,c4 latiflia are the finest species4 ,they bear berries in clusters like the grape1 but never come to perfection in artificial cultivation4 ,cphea ,melvlla1 is the only species of the genus that is particularly deserving of a situation1 has lanceolate scabrous leaves1 narrowed at each end1 flowers tubular in a terminale whorl1 colour scarlet and green4 ,the plant must be well drained4 ,it will flower from ,may to ,september4 ,crtons4 ,about twenty-eight species1 few of them deserving cultivation2 but the genus is celebrated for its beautiful ,c4 pctus1 leaves oblong-lanceolate1 variegated with yellow1 and stained with red1 flowers small green1 on axillary spikes4 ,c4 variagtus1 variety latiflia1 is finer than the original variagtus1 the nerves in the leaves are yellow1 and the leaves lanceolate1 entire and smooth4 ,to make them grow freely1 give the warmest part of the ,hot-house1 and drain the pots well4 ,crberas4 ,about twelve species of strong growing trees1 full of poisonous juice4 ,c4 thevtia is an elegant plant1 with accumulate leaves1 and large1 nodding1 yellow1 solitary1 fragrant flowers1 proceeding from the axil2 ,c4 ahoai produces a nut which is deadly poison4 ,c4 odllam1 once ,c4 mnghas1 has large star-like flowers1 white1 shaded with red4 ,they are principally ,east ,india plants1 and require great heat4 ,cycas1 four species1 generally called ,sago palm1 as an ,english name4 ,the plant that ,sago is extracted from1 belongs to another genus1 7see ,sgus47 ,c4 revolta is a well known palm1 and will keep perfectly well in the ,green-house4 ,we have seen a beautiful specimen of it which is kept every winter in the cellar1 but those that are kept so cool in winter only grow every alternate year1 while those that are kept in the ,hot-house grow every year1 which shows that heat is their element4 ,c4 circinlis is a large growing species2 the fronds are much longer1 but not so close and thick4 ,c4 glaca is a fine species2 the foliage is slightly glaucous4 ,they require plenty of pot room1 are much infested with the small white scaly insect1 and ought to be frequently examined and carefully washed as prescribed in ,january4 ,combrtums4 ,nine species of beautiful flowering climbing plants1 standing in very high estimation4 ,the leaves of the principal part of them are ovate1 acute1 flowers small but on large branches1 the flowers all coming out on one side of the branch4 ,they have a magnificent effect4 ,c4 legans1 red2 ,c4 formsum1 red and yellow2 ,c4 pulchllum1 scarlet2 ,c4 comsum has crimson flowers in tufts2 ,c4 purpreum is the most splendid of the genus4 ,it was first cultivated in #ahah1 and so much admired1 that the whole of the species as soon as introduced1 was extravagantly bought up1 and none of them has retained their character1 except ,c4 purpreum1 which is now called ,povrea coccnea4 ,the flowers are bright scarlet1 in large branches1 blooming profusely from ,april to ,september1 and flower best in a pot4 ,when planted in the ground it grows too much to wood1 carrying few flowers4 ,this plant ought to be in every ,hot-house4 ,crssula4 ,this genus has no plants in it attractive in beauty4 ,several beautiful plants in our collections belong to ,rchea and ,kalosnthus4 ,there is a strong growing succulent plant1 known in our collections as ,c4 falcta1 which is ,r4 falcta4 ,it seldom flowers2 the minor variety blooms profusely every year from ,may to ,august1 and has showy scarlet flowers in terminale panicles4 ,the plants known as ,c4 coccnea and ,c4 verscolor are now given to the genus ,kalosnthus4 ,the flowers of the former are like scarlet wax1 terminale and sessile2 ,k4 odoratssima has yellow terminale sweet-scented flowers4 ,they require very little water1 only a few times in winter1 and about twice a week in summer2 they are all desirable plants4 ,cryphas1 7,large fan ,palm17 five species of the most noble and magnificent of palms4 ,c4 ambraculfera1 the fronds or leaves are palmate2 in ,ceylon1 where the tree is indigenous1 they are frequently found fifteen feet wide and twenty feet long4 ,knox says they will cover from fifteen to twenty men1 and when dried will fold up in the shape of a rod1 and can be easily carried about1 and serve to protect them from the scorching sun4 ,c4 talira1 now ,talira bengalnsis1 being stronger1 is of great utility for covering houses4 ,they do not grow to such immense extent in artificial cultivation1 but require large houses to grow them4 ,crnums1 about one hundred species1 chiefly stove bulbs1 many of them beautiful4 ,those that are of great celebrity are ,c4 cruntum1 colour red2 ,c4 scbrum1 crimson and white2 ,c4 ambile1 purple and white2 the neck of the bulb of the latter is long and easily distinguished from its purplish colour1 and is considered the finest of the genus4 ,several specimens of it are in our collections4 ,their flowers are in umbels1 on a stalk from one to three feet high2 corolla funnel shaped2 petals recurved4 ,they require large pots to make them flower well1 and when growing to be liberally supplied with water4 ,cyrtnthus1 a genus of ,cape bulbs1 containing nine species1 and will do very well in the ,green-house1 but we find the assistance of the ,hot-house a great advantage4 ,they are closely allied to ,crnum4 ,the tubes of the flowers are long and round1 with various shades of orange1 yellow1 red1 and green4 ,c4 odrus1 ,c4 stritus1 ,c4 oblquus1 and ,c4 vitttus1 are the finest4 ,when the bulbs are dormant1 which will be from ,october to ,january1 they should not get any water2 before they begin to grow1 turn the bulb out of the old earth1 repotting it immediately4 ,at this time they should be potted with the balls of earth entire1 which will cause them to flower stronger4 ,caryophyllus aromticus1 is the only species1 and the tree that produces cloves4 ,the whole plant is aromatic1 and closely allied to ,myrtus2 the flowers are in loose panicles1 the leaves oblong1 accuminate1 entire4 ,it is a fine evergreen4 ,pots must be well drained4 ,dillnias1 three species of fine plants1 with beautiful foliage4 ,d4 specisa has produced considerable excitement in our collections4 ,the leaves are elliptic1 oblong1 simply serrated1 nerves deep2 the flower is white1 with five bold petals1 centre filled with barren anthers2 it has not been known to flower in ,america4 ,d4 scndens has ovate1 simply serrated leaves1 but is not known as to flower2 it is a fine climber4 ,dracnas1 ,dragon-tree1 about twelve species of ,asiatic plants1 varied in character4 ,d4 frrea is plentiful in our collections1 and will keep in the ,green-house2 but the foliage is not so well retained as when kept in the ,hot-house2 the leaves are lanceolate1 acute1 of a dark purple colour4 ,d4 frgrans1 when in bloom1 will scent the air for a considerable distance1 leaves green and lanceolate4 ,d4 marginta is rare1 yet it is to be seen in a few of our collections4 ,d4 strcta is now ,charlwodia,f strcta1 flowers blush and in loose panicles4 ,d4 ,drco is admired1 and the most conspicuous of the genus4 ,f ,in honour of ,mr4 ,charlwood1 an extensive seedsman of ,london1 who has made several botanical excursions on this continent4 ,ernthemums1 about ten species4 ,e4 pulchllum and ,e4 bcolor are the finest of the genus2 the former is in our collections1 but miserably treated4 ,the soil in which it is grown is too stiff and loamy1 and it seldom gets enough of heat4 ,the latter is indispensable to make it flower in perfection2 therefore it should have the warmest part of the house1 and it will produce flowers of a fine blue colour from ,january to ,september4 ,the flowers of the latter are white and dark purple1 with a few brown spots in the white2 blooms from ,april to ,august4 ,drain the pots well1 and give the plants little sun during summer4 ,eugnias1 about thirty species1 esteemed for their handsome evergreen foliage4 ,this genus once contained a few celebrated species1 which have been divided4 7,see ,jambsa47 ,the ,allspice tree1 known as ,myrtus ,pimnta1 is now ,e4 ,pimnta2 the leaves are ovate1 lanceolate1 and when broken have an agreeable scent4 ,there are several varieties all of the same spicy fragrance4 ,the plant is in very few of our collections4 ,e4 frgrans is sweet scented2 the flowers are on axillary peduncles2 leaves ovate1 obtuse4 ,euphrbia 7spurg71 a genus of plants disseminated over every quarter of the globe2 a few are beautiful1 many grotesque1 and several the most worthless weeds on the earth4 ,there are about two hundred species1 and from all of them1 when probed1 a thick milky fluid exudes4 ,those of the tropics are the most curious1 and very similar in appearance to ,cctus1 but easily detected by the above perforation4 ,there is a magnificent species in our collections1 which was lately introduced from ,mexico4,g ,it goes under the name of ,e4 heterophylla4 ,the flowers of the whole genus are apetalous1 and the beauty is in the bracte2 of the species alluded to the bracte is bright crimson1 very persistent1 and above six inches in diameter1 when well grown4 ,the plant requires a strong heat1 or the foliage will become yellow and fall off4 ,we question whether this species is nondescript or as above4 ,it is a brilliant ornament to the ,hot-house three fourths of the year1 and always during winter1 and should have a situation in every tropical collection4 ,g ,by ,poinsett the ,american ,consul for ,mexico in #ahbh4 ,erythrnas 7,coral tree71 a genus containing about thirty species of leguminose1 scarlet-flowering plants4 ,several species are greatly esteemed for their beauty and profusion of flowers1 which in well established plants are produced in long spikes at the end of the stems and branches4 ,e4 ,corallodndrum blooms magnificently in the ,west ,indies1 but in our collections has never flowered4 ,perhaps if it was kept dry during its dormant season1 which is from ,november to ,january1 and when growing greatly encouraged1 it might produce flowers4 ,e4 specisa is a splendid flowerer1 leaves large1 ternated1 and prickly beneath2 stem prickly4 ,e4 pubscens is valued for its large peculiar brown pubescent leaves4 ,in regard to ,e4 herbcea1 which is a native of the ,carolinas1 and frequently treated as a ,hot-house plant1 it is our opinion that it would be more perfectly grown if planted about the first of this month in the garden2 and when growing1 if well supplied with water1 it would flower from ,july to ,september4 ,about the first of ,november lift the roots and preserve them in half dry earth1 in the same place with the ,dhlias4 ,e4 lauriflia and ,e4 crsta-glli are likewise often treated as ,hot-house plants1 and in such situations they cast prematurely their first flowers1 by the confined state of the air4 ,they will keep in perfect preservation during winter in a dry cellar1 half covered with earth1 or entirely covered with half dry earth2 consequently1 the best and easiest method of treatment1 is to plant them in the garden about the first of ,may1 and when growing1 if the ground becomes dry1 give them frequent waterings4 ,they will flower profusely three or four times in the course of summer4 ,we freely recommend the last species to all our patrons1 confident that it will give ample satisfaction1 both in profusion of flower and beauty of colour4 ,the soil they are to be planted into should be according to that prescribed in the list2 or if they are kept in pots1 they must be enlarged three or four times1 when they are in a growing state1 to make them flower perfectly2 otherwise they will be diminutive4 ,fcus1 ,fig-tree1 a genus containing above fifty ,hot-house species1 besides several that belong to the ,green-house2 greatly admired for the beauty of their foliage4 ,a few of them are deciduous1 and all of the easiest culture4 ,we have seen plants of ,f4 elstica hung in the back of the ,hot-house1 without the smallest particle of earth1 their only support being sprinklings of water every day4 ,f4 ,brssii is the finest looking species that has come under our observation2 the leaves are very large1 shining1 cordate1 accuminate2 nerves strong and white4 ,as the beauty of these plants is entirely in the foliage and habit1 we will select the best of them in the list to which we refer4 ,grtnra racemsa1 is a large climbing woody shrub1 with pinnated leaves1 leaflets ovate1 lanceolate1 flowers white1 five petaled1 beautifully fringed2 blooms in dense panicles4 ,when the plants are allowed to climb1 they do not flower freely2 but if closely cut in1 they will flower every year in great profusion1 after the plants are well established4 ,it is now called ,hiptge ,madablta4 ,geissomria longiflra4 ,this is a new genus1 and closely allied to ,rullia4 ,the species alluded to1 is a free flowerer1 blooming from ,may to ,august1 in close spikes of a scarlet colour2 leaves opposite1 ovate1 elongate1 and shining2 the plants must be well drained1 and in summer kept from the direct influence of the sun4 ,gardnias1 a genus containing about seventeen species1 several of them very popular in our collections1 going under the name of ,cape ,jasmine1 which do well in the ,green-house1 7see ,may47 ,the species requiring this department1 and deserving attention1 are ,g4 campanulta1 of a soft woody nature1 with ovate1 accuminate leaves2 flowers of a straw colour1 and solitary2 ,g4 amoena1 the flowers are white1 tinged with crimson1 terminale and solitary2 ,g4 costta1 admired for its beautiful ribbed foliage1 ,g4 lcida has a handsome1 ovate1 accuminate1 shining foliage2 flowers white and solitary4 ,they require to have the pots well drained4 ,heritira littralis1 ,looking-glass plant4 ,this plant is unisexual1 has beautiful large1 ovate1 veiny leaves2 the flowers are small1 red1 with male and female on the same plant1 but different flowers4 ,it requires a strong heat1 and plenty of pot room4 ,how the ,english name becomes applicable to it1 we are not acquainted4 ,hibscus4 ,this genus affords many fine species and varieties of plants for the ,hot-house1 besides others for every department of the garden4 ,the most popular in our collections for the ,hot-house1 is ,h4 ,rsa sinnsis1 with its varieties1 which are magnificent1 and flower profusely1 from ,april to ,september4 ,the single or original species is seldom seen in cultivation2 the varieties are ,h4 ,rsa sinnsis rbro plnus1 double red2 ,h4 ,r4 ,s4 crnea plnus1 double salmon2 ,h4 ,r4 ,s4 variegtus1 double striped2 ,h4 ,r4 ,s4 flvo-plnus1 double buff2 ,h4 ,r4 ,s4 ltea plnus1 double yellow1 or rather sulphur4 ,the plants grow freely1 and produce their flowers three or four inches of diameter1 from the young wood2 the leaves are ovate1 accuminate1 smooth1 entire at the base and coarsely toothed at the end4 ,all the varieties are of the same character1 and highly deserving of a situation in every collection4 ,there is said to be a double white variety1 which we doubt2 it is not in artificial cultivation4 ,h4 mutbilis flre plno is a splendid plant of strong growth1 and will1 when well established1 flower abundantly1 if the wood of last year is cut to within a few eyes of the wood of the previous year2 the flowers are produced on the young wood1 and come out a pale colour1 and change to bright red1 and about the size of a garden ,provins rose2 leaves downy1 cordate1 angular1 five-lobed1 accuminate1 and slightly toothed4 ,h4 lilliiflrus1 is a new highly esteemed species2 the flowers are various in colour1 being pink1 blush1 red1 purple1 and striped4 ,we have not seen it in flower1 but had its character verbally1 from a respectable cultivator4 ,the leaves vary in character1 but are generally cordate1 crenate1 accuminate2 the petioles are brown1 and the whole slightly hirsute2 is deciduous1 and requires to be kept in the warmest part of the house4 ,hyas1 ,wax-plant1 seven species4 ,all of them are climbing succulents1 requiring plenty of heat and little water4 ,h4 carnsa is the finest flowering species of the genus1 and known in our collections as the wax plant2 the leaves are green and fleshy2 the flowers are mellifluous1 five parted1 and in pendulous bunches1 slightly bearded1 and have every appearance of a composition of the finest wax2 of a blush colour4 ,h4 crassiflia has the best looking foliage1 and the flowers are white4 ,the former will keep in the ,green-house1 but will not flower so profusely4 ,hernndias1 ,jack-in-a-box4 ,the species are rare1 except ,h4 sonra1 which is an elegant looking plant1 when well grown2 the leaves are peltate1 cordate1 accuminate1 smooth2 flowers white1 and in panicles2 the fruit a nut4 ,the ,english name is said to have been given1 in allusion to the small flowers and large leaves of the plant4 ,a great heat is required to grow it well4 ,ipomas1 a genus of tropical climbing plants1 nearly allied to ,convolvlus1 but of greater beauty4 ,i4 paniculta has large purple flowers in panicles1 with large palmated smooth leaves4 ,i4 ,jlapa is the true jalap of the druggists1 but not worthy of any other remark4 ,i4 grandiflra1 large white flowers1 with acute petals2 leaves large1 cordate1 ovate4 ,i4 pulchlla has flowers of a handsome violet colour4 ,they are all easily cultivated4 ,it is said that ,i4 tubersa is much used in the ,west ,indies to cover arbours1 and will grow three hundred feet in one season2 the flowers are purple striped with yellow1 leaves palmated4 ,we are not certain but the roots of this kind may be kept like the sweet potato1 and become a useful ornament to our gardens4 ,ixras1 a genus of fine flowering plants1 and does extremely well in our collections in comparison to the state they are grown in ,england4 ,the genus specifically is much confused amongst us1 either from error originating with those who packed them for this country1 or after they have arrived4 ,i4 purprea1 leaves oblong1 ovate1 blunt2 flowers crimson2 it is now called ,i4 obavta4 ,i4 crocta1 leaves oval1 lanceolate1 narrowing towards the stem1 smooth1 underside of the leaf the nerves are very perceptible2 flowers saffron coloured4 ,i4 rsea1 leaves large1 regular1 oblong1 a little acute1 very distant on the wood1 centre nerve strong2 flowers rose coloured in large corymbs1 branching3 ,i4 ,bandhca1 leaves very close to the stem1 ovate1 accuminate2 nerves straight1 middle nerve stronger than any other of the genus2 flowers scarlet1 corymbs crowded4 ,i4 ,blnda1 leaves small1 lanceolate1 ovate2 flowers blush1 cymes branching in three4 ,i4 dichotma1 leaves largest of the genus1 ovate1 accuminate1 undulate1 footstalk #c_/h of an inch long2 whereas none of the leaves of the other species has footstalks of any length4 ,it is now called ,i4 undulta1 flowers are white4 ,i4 grandiflra1 leaves ovate1 elongate1 sessile2 flowers in crowded corymbs1 and scarlet2 is called1 ,i4 coccnea in the ,botanical ,magazine1 by which it is known in our collections1 and is the same as ,i4 strcta4 ,i4 flmmea and ,i4 specisa1 leaves oblong1 subsessile2 flowers scarlet1 in round spreading dense corymbs4 ,i4 flgens1 same as ,i4 longiflia and ,i4 lanceolta2 foliage glossy2 flowers scarlet4 ,i4 ,pavtta1 the flowers are white1 and said to be sweet-scented1 the leaves of all the species are opposite2 there are a few other species that we are not thoroughly acquainted with1 but have been thus explicit to prevent error as far as possible in this beautiful genus4 ,they are all evergreen1 low growing shrubs2 the plants grow best in ,jersey black sandy earth1 but flower most abundantly with half loam4 ,jacarndas1 a genus of beautiful shrubs1 containing five species1 with ,bignnia-like blue or purple flowers4 ,i4 mimsifolia and ,i4 filiciflia are the finest4 ,the former has blue1 and the latter purple flowers2 in loose branching panicles4 ,they are evergreen1 and easy of culture4 ,jambsas1 about twelve species1 which have been principally taken from ,eugnia1 and contain its finest plants1 and is a splendid genus of evergreen shrubs4 ,e4 ,jmbos is now ,jambsa vulgris1 which flowers and fruits freely in our ,hot-houses4 ,the fruit is about an inch in diameter1 eatable1 and smelling like a rose1 hence called ,rose ,apple4 ,the petals of all the species are simple1 and may rather be considered the calyx2 the beauty of the flowers is in the many erect spreading stamens1 either straw1 white1 rose1 or green colour4 ,j4 malaccnsis1 ,malay ,apple1 is greatly esteemed for the delightful fragrance of its fruit4 ,we frequently see ,j4 purpurscens1 which is a native of the ,west ,indies1 going under ,j4 m4 which is an ,asiatic species1 with white flowers and entire oblong leaves2 whereas the leaves of ,j4 p4 are small1 ovate1 accuminate1 young shoots and leaves purple4 ,j4 macrophylla1 white1 and ,j4 amplexicalis1 green1 have very large oblong1 lanceolate leaves1 and is of a strong woody habit4 ,they are all easy of culture4 ,jasmnum1 ,jasmine1 is a favourite genus of shrubs1 for the exquisite fragrance of its flowers1 of which none are more delightful than ,j4 ,smbac or ,arabian ,jasmine4 ,there are two other varieties of it1 ,j4 ,s4 mltiplex1 semi-double2 and ,j4 ,s4 trifliatum1 ,double ,tuscan ,jasmine4 ,the latter requires a great heat to make it grow and flower freely4 ,we suspect there is another variety in cultivation4 ,j4 hirstum has cordate downy leaves2 flowers many1 in terminale1 sessile umbels4 ,j4 panicultum1 white1 flowering in terminale panicles from ,march to ,november2 leaves smooth1 oval1 obtusely accuminate2 plant scarce4 ,j4 simpliciflium is in our collections under the name of ,j4 lucidum2 plant spreading2 leaves oblong and shining4 ,there are several other species1 all with white flowers1 and generally easy of culture4 ,jtropha1 ,physic-nut1 is a genus of six strong growing shrubs1 natives of the ,west ,indies4 ,j4 multifida and ,i4 pandurflia have the handsomest foliage1 and both have scarlet flowers2 the appearance of the foliage of this genus is the only object2 the flowers are small1 in coarse disfigured panicles1 and several of the species have not been known to flower in artificial cultivation4 ,the seeds of ,j4 crcas are often received from the ,west ,indies2 the leaves are cordate1 angular1 and smooth4 ,j4 manihot1 now ,manihot cannabna1 is the ,cassada root1 the juice of which1 when expressed1 is a strong poison4 ,they are all easy of culture3 want of strong heat in winter will make them cast their leaves1 but do them no other injury4 ,justcia4 ,a few species of this genus are fine showy hot-house plants4 ,j4 coccnea has large terminale spikes of scarlet flowers1 blooming from ,december to ,march1 and a very desirable plant1 of easy culture1 and should be in every collection2 it is apt to grow spindly1 if not kept near the glass4 ,i4 picta1 with its varieties2 ,i4 lcida and ,i4 formsa1 are fine shrubby species4 ,i4 specisa is a beautiful purple flowering herbaceous plant4 ,kmpfria1 an ,asiatic genus of tuberose rooted plants2 none of them in our collections1 except ,k4 rotnda2 the flowers come up a few inches above the pot1 without the leaves1 in ,april and ,may and frequently sooner2 they are purple and light blue1 partially streaked and spotted2 leaves large1 oblong1 purplish coloured beneath4 ,the roots when dormant ought to be kept in the pot without watering1 otherwise they will not flower freely4 ,no bulbs or strong tuberose rooted plants1 will flower in perfection if kept moist when they are not growing4 ,lantna1 a genus of twenty species1 all free flowering shrubs2 the flowers are small1 in round heads blooming from the axils1 in yellow1 orange1 pink1 white1 and changeable colours2 the plants are of such a rough straggling growth1 that they are not esteemed4 ,there are four or five species in our collections4 ,they will not bear a strong fumigation2 therefore1 when the ,hot-house is under that operation1 they must be set down in the pathway1 or other low part in the house4 ,latnias4 ,this genus contains three species of handsome palms4 ,l4 borbnica is one of the finest of the ,palm1 not growing to great magnitude2 the leaves or fronds are plaited flabelliform1 leaflets smooth at the edge1 footstalk spiny1 and the plant spreading4 ,l4 rbra1 fronds same as the former1 but leaflets more divided and serrulate2 footstalk unarmed2 foliage reddish4 ,l4 glaucophylla1 same as ,l4 rbra1 only the foliage glaucous4 ,they are all valuable plants1 and are obtained by seed from the ,east ,indies4 ,they require plenty of pot room4 ,larus4 ,this genus1 though of no beauty in flower1 is generally admired in collections for its fine evergreen foliage1 and aromatic or spicy flavour1 and several trees are important in medicine4 ,the most esteemed are given to a genus named ,cinnammum1 as has been observed in the ,green-house1 7see ,march47 ,l4 ,chlorxylon is the ,cogwood of ,jamaica4 ,l4 ,prsea is now ,prsea gratssima1 ,alligator-pear1 a fruit about the size of a large pear1 and greatly esteemed in the ,west ,indies4 ,the plant is generally known in our collections4 ,c4 vrum is the true ,cinnamon of commerce4 ,the part taken is the inside of the bark when the tree is from five to eighteen years old4 ,the leaves are three-nerved1 ovate1 oblong2 nerves vanishing towards the point1 bright green above1 pale beneath1 with whitish veins4 ,this plant ought to be kept in the warmest part of the ,hot-house4 ,c4 cssia1 is frequently given under the former name1 but when compared may be easily detected by the leaves being more lanceolate1 and a little pubescent4 ,they both make handsome plants1 but require great heat4 ,drain the pots well of the delicate sorts4 ,magnfera1 ,mango tree4 ,there are two species4 ,m4 ndica is in our collections1 and bears a fruit which is so highly esteemed in the ,east ,indies1 as to be considered preferable to any other except very fine pine apples4 ,the leaves are lanceolate1 and from six to eight inches long1 and two or more broad4 ,the flowers are produced in loose bunches at the end of the branches1 but of no beauty1 and have to be artificially impregnated1 or it will scarcely produce fruit4 ,the shell is kidney-shaped1 and of a leathery1 crustaceous substance4 ,they contain one seed1 and in their indigenous state are more juicy than an apple4 ,drain the pots well1 as the roots are apt to get sodden from moisture4 ,the other species goes under the name of oppositiflia1 but we question if it is not only a variety1 for it has every character of the one just described4 ,melstoma1 was once an extensive genus1 on which the natural order ,melastomace is founded2 but is now much divided into other genera contained in the natural tribe ,micome4 ,there are about thirteen species remaining in the genus4 ,they now display great unity of character1 and many of them may be considered very ornamental4 ,the finest are ,m4 malabthrica1 rose-coloured2 ,m4 sangunea1 lilac2 ,m4 decmfida1 purple2 ,m4 pulverulnta1 red2 and ,m4 spera1 rose4 ,there is a plant in several of our collections known as ,m4 purprea and ,m4 tetragna1 which is ,ossa purpurscens2 leaves ovate1 lanceolate1 accuminate1 five-nerved1 pilose2 the footstalk and nerves underside of the leaf covered with brown hairs2 stem four-sided2 flowers purple4 ,all the species are easy of culture4 ,m4 nepalnsis is a ,green-house plant4 ,malpghia1 7,barbadoes-cherry17 about eighteen species1 all beautiful evergreen trees or shrubs4 ,they are easily distinguished by having bristles on the under side of the leaves4 ,these bristles are fixed by the centre1 so that either end of it will sting4 ,we are not aware of any other plant being defended in the manner4 ,m4 rens has oblong ovate leaves with decumbent stiff bristles2 flowers pink4 ,m4 aquiflia has lanceolate1 stiff1 spiny leaves1 and we think the most beautiful foliage of the genus4 ,m4 fucta has elliptical shining leaves1 with lilac flowers4 ,m4 glbra1 leaves ovate1 entire1 smooth2 flowers purple4 ,they all have five rounded clawed petals4 ,the last species is cultivated in the ,west ,indies for its fruit4 ,the pots must be well drained4 ,mrica1 a genus of ,hot-house plants1 closely allied to ,iris1 between which there is no distinction in the leaves4 ,the flowers of ,m4 crlea are beautifully spotted with light and dark blue1 the scape many flowered4 ,m4 ,sabni has flowers similar1 but not so dark in colour4 ,m4 ,northina has splendid white and brown spotted flowers1 spathe two flowered4 ,these plants when growing require a liberal supply of water1 and to be greatly encouraged by frequent potting to flower well4 ,msa 7,plantain-tree71 contains eight species1 and is greatly esteemed in the ,east and ,west ,indies for the luscious sweet flavour of its fruit1 which can be converted into every delicacy in the domestic cookery of the country4 ,m4 paradisa is the true plantain tree1 has a soft herbaceous stalk1 #ae or #bj feet high1 with leaves from #e to #g feet long1 and about #b feet wide4 ,m4 sapintum is the true ,banana-tree2 habit and character same as the former1 except it has a spotted stem1 and the male flowers are deciduous4 ,the pulp of the fruit is softer1 and the taste more luscious4 ,m4 roscea1 ,m4 coccnea1 and ,m4 chinnsis1 are most esteemed in artificial cultivation for their flowers1 and being smaller in growth4 ,they all require a very liberal supply of water when growing4 ,they do best to be planted in the soil1 where there can be a small corner of the ,hot-house set apart for the purpose4 ,they will be ornamental1 but if kept in pots they will never attain any degree of perfection4 ,nepnthes 7,pitcher plant74 ,there are two species of this plant4 ,n4 distillatria is an esteemed and valuable plant in ,european collections4 ,the leaves are lanceolate and sessile2 from their extremity there is a spiral1 attached to which are lublar inflated appendages that are generally filled with water1 which appears to be confined within them by a lid1 with which the appendages are surmounted2 hence the name of pitcher plant4 ,we have never observed these lids close again when once open4 ,writers have called it a herbaceous plant1 but it is properly a shrub1 never dying to the ground1 having a continuation of extension4 ,the pot in which it grows should be covered with moss1 and the roots liberally supplied with water every day4 ,it delights to be in a marshy state4 ,the flowers are small and in long spikes4 ,pancrtium is a genus of ,hot-house bulbs1 and now only contains five species4 ,they are all free-flowering4 ,several of them are handsome and fragrant4 ,p4 ,martimum and ,p4 verecndum are the finest2 the flowers are white1 in large umbels2 petals long1 recurved1 and undulate4 ,p4 littorlis1 ,p4 specisum1 and ,p4 caribum1 are now given to the genus ,hymenocllis1 and are fine flowering species4 ,care must be taken not to give them much water while dormant4 ,the soil ought at that time to be in a half dry state4 ,they are in flower from ,may to ,august4 ,polyspra axillris1 once called ,camllia axillris1 though in appearance it has no characteristic of a ,camllia1 and has been frequently killed in the ,green-house by being too cold for its nature2 leaves oblong1 obovate1 towards the extremity serrulate4 ,the leaves on the young wood are entire4 ,flowers white2 petals a little notched4 ,it is worthy of a situation in every collection4 ,passiflra1 ,passion-,flower1 so named on account of its being supposed to represent in the appendages of its flower the ,passion of ,jesus ,christ4 ,there are about fifty species1 all climbing plants1 that belong to the ,hot-house4 ,many are of no ordinary beauty2 a few species are odoriferous2 others bear edible fruits1 though not rich in flavour4 ,p4 alta is in our collections1 and greatly admired2 the flowers are red1 blue1 and white1 beautifully contrasted1 and flower profusely in pots4 ,p4 racemsa1 has red flowers1 and one of the most profuse in flowering4 ,p4 crleo-racemsa1 purple and red1 and by many thought to be the finest of the genus4 ,p4 quadrangulris has beautiful red and white flowers4 ,the plant is in several collections1 but has seldom flowered2 it requires to be planted in the ground to make it flower freely1 and it will also produce fruit4 ,p4 filamentsa is white and blue1 and a good flowerer4 ,p4 picturta is a scarce and beautiful variously coloured species4 ,there are many other fine species1 but these are the most esteemed sorts2 and when well established will flower profusely from ,may to ,august4 ,they are desirable in every collection1 and will take only a small space to hold them1 by training the vines up the rafters of the ,hot-house4 ,pandnus1 ,screw ,pine4 ,there are above twenty species in this genus1 several of them very interesting1 but none so greatly admired as ,p4 odoratssimus4 ,the leaves in established plants are from four to six feet long1 on the back and edges spiny2 are spreading1 imbricated1 and embracing the stem1 and placed in three spiral rows upon it4 ,the top soon becomes heavy when the plant throws out prongs one1 two1 or three feet up the stem in an oblique descending direction1 which take root in the ground1 and thus become perfectly supported4 ,it is cultivated in ,japan for its delightful fragrance1 and it is said1 of all the perfumes1 it is by far the richest and most powerful4 ,p4 tilis1 red spined4 ,we question this species1 and are inclined to believe that it is the former1 only when the plants are newly raised from seed1 the spines and leaves are red1 changing to green as they become advanced in age4 ,the plants are easy of culture1 and will grow almost in any soil4 ,pterosprmum1 five species of plants that have very curiously constructed flowers1 of a white colour1 and fragrant2 the foliage is of a brown rusty nature1 and before expansion silvery-like4 ,p4 suberiflium is in several of our collections1 and esteemed4 ,p4 semisagitttum has fringed bracta2 leaves oblong1 accuminate1 entire1 sagittate on one side4 ,plumrias1 above twenty species4 ,plants of a slow growth1 robust nature1 and are deciduous4 ,the foliage is greatly admired4 ,the plants are shy to flower1 but are brilliant in colour4 ,p4 acuminta1 has lanceolate1 acute leaves2 flowers corymbose and terminale4 ,p4 trcolor has oblong1 acute1 veiny leaves2 corolla red1 yellow1 and white4 ,this and ,p4 rbra are the finest of the genus4 ,they ought not to get any water while not in a growing state4 ,phoenix1 ,date-palm1 about eight species1 principally ,asiatic plants4 ,the foliage is not so attractive as many others of the palm family1 but it is rendered interesting by producing a well known fruit called ,date4 ,p4 dactylfera will do very well in a common ,green-house4 ,in ,arabia1 ,upper ,egypt1 and ,barbary1 it is much used in domestic economy4 ,p4 paludsa has the most beautiful foliage1 and the best habit4 ,the flowers are dioecious4 ,roscea4 ,a genus of about five species1 all pretty1 but not much known4 ,r4 purprea has been introduced into our collections1 and is the finest of the genus4 ,the flowers are light purple1 large1 and in terminale sheaths at the top of the stem4 ,r4 spicta and ,r4 capitta are both fine species1 with blue flowers4 ,they are all herbaceous1 with strong half tuberous roots1 requiring little water while dormant1 and a liberal supply when growing4 ,rullia4 ,there are a few species1 very pretty free flowering plants1 of easy culture4 ,r4 formsa1 flowers long1 of a fine scarlet colour2 plant half shrubby4 ,r4 fulgda has bright scarlet flowers on axillary long stalked fascicles4 ,r4 persiciflia1 with unequal leaves1 and light blue flowers1 is now called ,r4 anisophylla2 and the true one has oblong1 wavy1 leaves1 deeply nerved1 petioles long2 flowers yellow1 sessile1 in axillary and terminale heads1 stem erect4 ,one healthy plant will be frequently in flower from ,january to ,june4 ,this species ought to be in every collection1 both for its beauty of flower and foliage4 ,rhpis1 a genus of palms1 that will grow very freely with heat1 and room at the roots4 ,r4 flabellifrmis is an erect growing palm1 with a spreading head4 ,it is a native of ,china4 ,thunbrgia1 a genus containing six climbing plants1 of a half shrubby nature4 ,some of them have a fragrant odour4 ,t4 coccnea1 red2 ,t4 grandiflra1 blue2 ,t4 frgrans1 sweet-scented2 ,t4 alta1 has pretty buff and purple flowers1 which are in great profusion4 ,we are not certain but the latter will make a beautiful annual in the ,flower-garden4 ,it seeds freely1 and from the time of sowing until flowering is about two months1 if the heat is brisk4 ,if sown in ,may1 they will bloom from ,july until killed by frost4 ,sgus1 ,sago-palm4 ,we are of opinion that the true palm from which the sago of the shops is produced1 has not been introduced into our collections4 ,it is very rare in the most extensive collections of ,europe1 but is not so fine as the one we have under the ,sago1 which is placed in the natural order of ,cycade2 and ,sagus is in that of ,palm4 ,the finest of this genus is ,s4 vinfera and ,s4 ,rmphii4 ,they grow to a great height2 even in artificial cultivation they may be seen from ten to twenty-five feet4 ,we have not introduced them here for their beauty1 but to prevent error4 ,solndra1 a genus of four species1 remarkable for the extraordinary size of their flowers1 and are considered beautiful4 ,s4 grandiflra and ,s4 viridiflra are the two best4 ,the plants will bloom best if they are restricted in pot room1 and are only introduced as being worthy of cultivation4 ,if they are repotted once in two or three years1 it is sufficient1 except where the plants are small and want encouragement4 ,strophnthus1 a small genus of beautiful tropical shrubs4 ,the segments of the corolla are curiously twisted before expansion4 ,s4 divrgens is a neat spreading shrub1 with yellow flowers1 a little tinged with red2 the petals are about four inches long1 undulate1 lanceolate4 ,s4 dichtomus is rose coloured1 corolla funnel shaped4 ,the plants will flower freely in a strong moist heat4 ,drain the pots well4 ,swietnia 7mahogany-tree71 the wood of which is celebrated in cabinet-work4 ,s4 ,mahgoni1 common4 ,this tree varies much in general appearance according to soil and situation4 ,the leaves are pinnated in four pairs2 leaflets ovate1 lanceolate2 flowers small1 white1 in axillary panicles4 ,s4 fubrifga1 leaves pinnated1 in four pairs2 leaflets elliptical2 flowers white1 in terminale panicles4 ,the wood of the last is the most durable of any in the ,east ,indies4 ,they are fine plants1 and require heat and pot room to produce flowers4 ,tecma1 a genus of plants closely allied to ,bignnia1 and are free-flowering2 several of them much esteemed4 ,t4 mllis1 ,t4 digitta1 and ,t4 splndida1 are the most beautiful of those that belong to the ,hot-house4 ,they have large orange coloured1 tubular1 inflated1 ringent flowers1 in loose panicles4 ,there is a plant known in our collections as ,bignnia stns1 which is now ,t4 stns2 has pinnated leaves1 with oblong1 lanceolate1 serrated1 leaflets2 flowers in simple terminale1 raceme1 and of a yellow colour1 and sometimes known by ,ash-leaved ,bignnia4 ,it will always have a sickly aspect1 if not well encouraged in light rich soil4 ,drain the pots well1 as much moisture disfigures the foliage4 ,tabernmontna1 a genus of little beauty1 except for one or two species4 ,a plant known in some collections as ,nrium coronrium1 is now1 and properly1 ,t4 coronria4 ,the variety1 flre plno1 is the one most deserving of culture1 and will flower profusely from ,may to ,august2 the flowers are double white1 fragrant1 and divaricating4 ,the plant will lose its foliage if not kept in a strong heat2 therefore place it in the warmest part of the ,hot-house4 ,t4 densiflra is a fine species1 but very rare4 ,drain all the plants well1 and keep them in the shade during summer4 ,thrinax parviflra1 is a fine dwarf palm of the ,west ,indies1 with palmated fronds1 plaited with stiff1 lanceolate segments4 ,the plant is of easy cultivation1 and will grow in any soil4 ,zmia1 a genus of plants in the natural order of ,cycade4 ,several species of them are admired4 ,z4 mdia1 ,z4 furfurcea1 ,z4 tnuis1 ,z4 integriflia1 are the most showy that belong to the ,hot-house4 ,the whole genus is frequently kept in this department4 ,they are all plants of a slow growth1 and the beauty is entirely in the pinnated fronds1 with from ten to forty pairs of leaflets4 ,the pots must be well drained4 ,those genera of plants which we have enumerated under the head of repotting in this or next month1 are composed of the finest ,hot-house plants that have come under our observation4 ,there are perhaps a few of them that are not to be found in the ,united ,states1 or even on our continent2 but the great object1 in a choice collection of plants1 is to have the finest from all parts of the known world4 ,there are many plants whose nature does not require much support from soil1 which is frequently observed in those that are mentioned4 ,and there are many hundreds of plants desirable for beauty1 ornament1 and curiosity1 which are not specified1 our limits not permitting such an extended detail4 ,those whose nature agrees better with repotting at other periods1 shall be noticed1 especially those that are in the collections of the country4 ,we have previously observed1 that plants ought not to be flooded with water when newly potted1 as it saturates the soil before the roots have taken hold of it2 and that the best draining for pots is small gravel or potshreds broken fine4 ,we wish it to be understood that when plants are repotted1 any irregular branch or shoot should be lopped off1 that cannot be tied in to advantage4 ,and repotting may take place either before or after the plants are exposed to the open air1 according to convenience4 ,,of ,,bringing ,,out ,,the ,,hot-,,house ,,plants4 ,where the ,hot-house is very crowded with plants1 the best method to have them exposed without danger is1 to take out those of the hardiest nature first1 that have no tender shoots upon them1 thereby thinning the house gradually4 ,this may be done from the #afth to the #bjth of the month1 which will admit of a free circulation of air amongst those that remain4 ,all may be exposed from the #bdth to the #bhth of the month4 ,this is a general rule1 though in some seasons there maybe exceptions4 ,having previously given all the air possible to the house1 that no sudden transition take place1 which would make the foliage brown1 and otherwise materially injure the plants1 choose calm days for the removing of them4 ,there are few plants while in pots that agree with the full sun upon them2 or if the plants receive the sun1 the pots and roots ought not4 ,the best situation for them is on the north side of a fence1 wall1 house1 or other building1 where they are excluded from the mid-day sun1 and they should stand on boards or gravel1 with the tallest at the back1 firmly1 tied to a rail or some other security1 to prevent them from being overturned by high winds4 ,a stage erected1 where it is practicable1 for the reception of the smaller plants1 and they set thinly and regularly thereon1 is preferable to crowding them with the taller sorts4 ,and it may be desired to have some of the plants plunged in the garden through the flower borders4 ,of those that are so treated1 the pots must be plunged to the brim1 and regularly turned round every two weeks1 to prevent the roots from running into the earth4 ,if the roots were allowed to do so1 it might for the present strengthen the plant1 but ultimately would prove injurious4 ,where a sufficiency of shade cannot be obtained1 it would be advisable to go to the expense of a very thin awning1 that would not exclude the light1 but merely the powerful rays of the sun1 attending to roll it up every evening4 ,plants will keep in beautiful order by the above method1 which amply repays for the trouble or expense4 ,avoid putting plants under trees2 comparatively few thrive in such situations4 ,when they are thus all exposed to the open air1 it will be very little trouble to give them a gentle syringing every evening when there is no rain1 and continue your usual examinations for insects3 when they appear resort to the prescribed remedies4 ,green-fly will not affect them1 but perhaps the thrips4 ,give regular supplies of water to their roots every evening1 and some will require it in the morning1 especially small pots4 ,,succulents4 ,these plants are habituated to exposed dry1 hot1 situations in their indigenous state2 and an aspect1 where they would have the full influence of the sun1 is the best1 giving them water two or three times a week4 ,green-,house4 ,,may4 ,about the first of the month1 all the small half hardy plants may be taken out of the green house1 and those that are left will be more benefited by a freer circulation of air1 which will enure them to exposure4 ,the ,geraniums ought to stand perfectly clear of other plants1 while in flower and growing1 or they will be much drawn and spindly4 ,,watering4 ,we have advanced so much on this subject1 another observation is not necessary2 except as to succulents1 which are frequently overwatered about this period4 ,before they begin to grow1 once a week is sufficient4 ,,of ,,bringing ,,out ,,the ,,green-,,house ,,plants4 ,those trees or plants of ,orange1 ,lemon1 ,myrtle1 ,nerium1 c4 that were headed down with the intention of planting them into the garden1 to renovate their growth1 should be brought out and planted in the situations intended for them4 ,a good light rich soil will do for either1 and the balls of earth might be a little reduced1 that when they are lifted they might go into the same pot or tub1 or perhaps a less one4 ,this being done1 the plants1 generally in a calm day from the #abth to the #ahth of the month1 should be taken out1 carrying them directly to a situation shaded from the sun1 and protected from the wind4 ,in regard to a situation best adapted for them during summer1 see ,hot-house this month1 which will equally apply to ,green-house plants1 except ,dphne odra1 ,dphne hybrida1 and the ,green-house species of ,coronlla1 which must be shaded from every ray of the sun1 and even from dry parching winds4 ,all ,primroses and ,polyanthus delight in shade4 ,the reason of so many plants of the ,d4 odra,h dying is from the effects of the sun and water4 ,h ,on examining these plants1 when the first appearance of decay affected them1 the decayed part was without exception at the surface of the soil1 which was completely mortified1 while the top and roots were apparently fresh4 ,this led us to conclude that the cause was the effect of sun and water on the stem4 ,we have since kept the earth in a conical form round the stem1 thereby throwing the water to the sides of the pot1 and kept them in the shade4 ,previous to doing this1 we had quantities died every year1 and now no plants thus treated die with us4 ,the large trees may be fancifully set either in a spot for the purpose1 or through the garden4 ,put bricks or pieces of wood under the tubs to prevent them from rotting1 and strew a little litter of any description over the surface of the soil to prevent evaporation1 or about one inch of well decayed manure1 which will from the waterings help to enrich the soil4 ,a liberal supply of water twice or three times a week is sufficient4 ,a large tree will take at one time from two to four gallons4 ,we make this observation1 for many trees evidently have too limited a supply4 ,continue to syringe the plants through the dry season every evening1 or at least three times per week4 ,all the tall plants must be tied to some firm support1 because the squalls of wind frequently overturn them1 and do much harm by breaking1 c4 ,keep those that are in flower as much in the shade as will preserve them from the direct influence of the sun4 ,,repotting ,,plants4 ,after the following mentioned plants1 or any assimilated to them1 are brought out of the house1 and before they are put in their respective stations1 repot them where they are required to grow well4 ,aloes4 ,these plants so varied in character1 have been divided into several genera4 ,these are ,gastria1 ,pachidndron1 ,riphidodndron1 ,howrthia1 and ,apicra4 ,of these there are above two hundred species and varieties4 ,to enter into any specific detail1 would be beyond our limits2 but the catalogue at the end of the work will contain the finest species4 ,amaryllis4 ,this is a genus of splendid flowering bulbs containing about eighty species1 and one hundred and forty varieties4 ,they are natives of ,south ,america1 but more than one half of them are hybrids grown from seed by cultivators4 ,they are generally kept in the ,hot-house1 but in our climate will do perfectly well in the ,green-house2 and we have no doubt that in a few years many of them will be so acclimated1 as to keep as garden bulbs1 planting about the end of ,april1 and lifting them in ,october4 ,as the beauty of these plants is in the flowers1 it will be proper to give a small description of a few of them4 ,a4 striatiflia1 has a stripe of pure white in the centre of each leaf1 the flowers are purple and white1 an esteemed species4 ,a4 ,johnsni1 the flowers are a deep scarlet1 with a white streak in the centre of each petal1 four bloom on a stem of about two feet1 each flower about six inches diameter2 a bulb well established has two stems4 ,a4 regna1 ,mexican ,lily1 has large scarlet pendant flowers1 tube of the flower fringed-like1 with three or four on the stem4 ,a4 vittta is an admired species with scarlet flowers1 striped with a greenish white4 ,there are two or three varieties of it2 corolla campanulate1 three or four on the stem1 about five inches diameter2 petals a little undulate4 ,a4 flgida1 flower scarlet1 large tube striped1 petals acute1 two flowers on the stem4 ,a4 ulica is one of the most magnificent1 has four flowers about seven inches diameter1 erect on a stem about two and a half feet high2 six petals1 strongly united to the capsule1 bottom of the petals green1 connected with spots of dark crimson1 which spread into fine transparent red1 covered with rich tints1 nerves very perceptible1 anthers bold4 ,it is called crowned ,amaryllis4 ,a4 psittcina1 ,parrot ,amaryllis1 is scarlet striped with green1 two flowers on the stem1 each about five inches diameter4 ,there are several varieties of it2 the best that we have seen are cowbrgia and pulverulnta4 ,a bulb known in our collections as ,a4 purprea is ,ballta purprea1 has beautiful erect scarlet flowers1 three or four on the stem1 each about five inches in diameter4 ,there are three varieties of it1 differing only in habit4 ,a4 longiflia is now ,crnum capnse1 and is perfectly hardy2 flowers pink1 inclining to white1 in large umbels1 leaves long1 glaucous1 and is a desirable garden bulb4 ,there are many other superb ,amaryllis1 especially the hybrid sorts2 from ,johnsni there are above twenty cultivated varieties2 from formsa above twelve2 and from ,griffni about ten1 all of them esteemed4 ,where they have been kept in the earth in which they were grown last year1 the ball ought at this repotting to be reduced2 when the bulbs are done flowering1 they ought to have little water1 so that they may be perfectly ripened1 which will cause them to produce their flowers more freely4 ,araucria4 ,this noble genus contains four species1 which are without exception the handsomest plants we are acquainted with1 for the beauty of their foliage1 and symmetry of their growth1 that belong to the ,green-house4 ,a4 exclsa1 ,norfolk ,island ,pine1 has leaves closely imbricated as if with a coat of mail1 and are imperishable4 ,a4 imbricta1 ,chile ,pine1 is one of the grandest of trees1 and is the hardiest of the genus2 the leaves are also closely imbricated4 ,the other two species are rarely seen even in ,european collections4 ,the foliage of either of the species will adhere to the wood many years after the plant is dead4 ,they are all highly valued1 the pots must be well drained2 for if the plants get much water while dormant1 the foliage becomes yellow1 and never attains its beautiful green colour again2 otherwise they are easily grown4 ,chamrops4 ,there are about seven species of these palms3 four of them belong to this department1 and are the finest of those that will keep in the ,green-house4 ,they all have large palmated fronds1 and require large pots or tubs to make them grow freely1 and are tenacious of life if kept from frost4 ,gardnia4 ,this is an esteemed genus of plants1 especially for the double flowering varieties1 which are highly odoriferous1 and have an evergreen shining foliage4 ,g4 flrida flre-plno1 ,cape ,jasmine1 is a plant universally known in our collections1 and trees of it are frequently seen above seven feet high and five feet in diameter1 blooming from ,june to ,october4 ,g4 rdicans1 dwarf ,cape ,jasmine1 ,g4 longiflia1 and ,g4 latiflia1 are also in several collections1 but not so generally known2 the flowers are double1 and all equally fragrant4 ,we are inclined to think they are only varieties of ,g4 flrida4 ,any of the above will keep in the coldest part of the ,green-house1 and even under the stage is a good situation for them1 where the house is otherwise crowded during winter4 ,they must be sparingly watered from ,november to ,march4 ,much water while they are dormant1 gives the foliage a sickly tinge1 a state in which they are too frequently seen4 ,g4 ,rothmnnia and ,g4 ,thunbrgia are fine plants1 but flower sparingly2 the flowers of the former are spotted1 and are most fragrant during night4 ,mesembrynthemum4 ,a very extensive genus1 containing upwards of four hundred and fifty species1 and varieties1 with few exceptions natives of the ,cape of ,good ,hope4 ,they are all singular1 many of them beautiful1 and some splendid2 yet they have never been popular plants in our collections4 ,the leaves are almost of every shape and form2 their habits vary in appearance4 ,some of them are straggling1 others insignificant1 and a few grotesque4 ,when they are well grown1 they flower in great profusion2 the colours are brilliant1 and through the genus are found of every shade2 yellow and white are most prevalent4 ,each species continues a considerable time in flower4 ,the flowers are either solitary1 axillary1 extra axillary1 but most frequently terminale2 leaves mostly opposite1 thick1 or succulent1 and of various forms4 ,they are sometimes kept in the ,hot-house1 but undoubtedly the ,green-house is the best situation for them4 ,they must not get water above once a month during winter1 but while they are in flower and through the summer1 they require a more liberal supply1 and they seldom need to be repotted2 once in two years is sufficient4 ,streltzia1 a most superb genus of evergreen perennial plants4 ,they are greatly esteemed and highly valued in our collections4 ,the finest flowering species are ,s4 regn and ,s4 ovta2 the former is the strongest of the two1 but in respect to the beauty of their flowers there is no difference4 ,the scape arises about three feet1 headed with a sheath which lies horizontal before the flowers burst forth4 ,the sheath contains three1 four1 or five flowers1 according to the strength of the plants4 ,these arise erect1 and pass in a few days to the bottom of the sheath1 the one before the other4 ,s4 hmilis is another fine species1 but the most rare are ,s4 agsta1 which has a leaf nearly like the plantain2 ,s4 jncea1 ,s4 parviflia1 and ,s4 farinso4 ,the flowers of all these are yellow and blue1 except those of ,s4 agsta1 which are white1 and it flowers sparingly4 ,a few species of these plants ought to be in every ,green-house3 they are vulgarly called ,queen plant4 ,while in flower they should be liberally supplied with water1 but while dormant very sparingly4 ,they will suffer sooner from the effects of too much1 than too little water4 ,the roots are strong tubers1 and require plenty of pot room1 and will thrive exceedingly where they can be planted in the soil4 ,,camellias4 ,these plants1 when they are brought from the ,green-house1 ought to be set in a situation by themselves1 that they may be the more strictly attended to in watering and syringing4 ,an airy situation where the sun has no effect upon them is the best4 ,they should be syringed every evening when there has been no rain through the day4 ,after heavy rains examine the pots1 and where water is found1 turn the plant on its side for a few hours to let the water pass off1 and then examine the draining in the bottom of the pots1 which must be defective4 ,,cape ,,bulbs4 ,as soon as these are done flowering1 and the foliage begins to decay1 cease watering1 and turn the pots on their sides1 until the soil is perfectly dry2 then take out the bulbs and preserve them dry until the time of planting1 which will be about the end of ,august or first of ,september4 ,flower ,garden4 ,,may4 ,it is highly desirable to have all the scientific operations as much advanced in the beginning of this month as is practicable1 that at all times immediate attention may be given to the destroying of weeds wherever they appear4 ,,annuals1 ,,hardy ,,and ,,tender4 ,by the first of the month finish sowing all hardy ,annuals and ,biennials2 and about the middle of the month all those that are tropical4 ,the weather being now warm1 they will vegetate in a few days or weeks4 ,attend to thinning of those that are too thick1 giving gentle waterings to such as are weak in dry weather4 ,those that have been protected in frames should be fully exposed therein night and day2 take the first opportunity of damp cloudy days to have them transplanted into the borders or beds1 after the #ajth1 lifting them out of the frame with as much earth as will adhere to their roots4 ,,care ,,of ,,hyacinths1 ,,tulips1 c4 ,for the treatment of these while in bloom1 see last month4 ,the best time to take them out of the ground is about five weeks after they are done flowering1 or when the stem appears1 what may be termed half decayed4 ,the best method to dry them is to place the roots in rows1 with bulb to bulb1 the stems laying north and south1 or east or west4 ,give the bulbs a very thin covering of earth1 merely to exclude the sun1 so that they may not dry too rapidly1 being thereby liable to become soft4 ,when they have thoroughly dried in this situation1 which will be in eight or ten days in dry weather1 7and if it rains cover them with boards17 take them to an airy dry loft or shade1 clearing off the fibres or stems1 and in a few weeks put them in close drawers1 or cover them with sand perfectly dry1 until the time of planting1 for which see ,october4 ,it is not advisable to allow any of the bulbs of either ,hyacinths or ,tulips to seed1 as it retards their ripening1 and weakens the root1 except where there are a few desired for new varieties4 ,the small offsets must be carefully kept in dry sand1 or immediately planted4 ,,anemones ,,and ,,ranunculus4 ,these while in bloom should be carefully shaded from the sun by hoops and thin canvass1 or an erect temporary awning2 and as soon as they are done flowering1 they must be fully exposed1 and the waterings given up4 ,,dahlias1 ,,tuberoses1 ,,and ,,amaryllis1 ,that are not planted1 should now be done4 ,for full directions see last month4 ,in many seasons1 any time before the twelfth is quite soon enough2 but nothing ought to be delayed when the season will permit it to be done4 ,it is necessary to have them properly labeled4 ,,auriculas1 ,,polyanthus1 ,,and ,,primroses4 ,they will now be done flowering1 but still must be carefully kept in a cool1 shady situation1 and all decayed leaves cut off as soon as they appear4 ,examine them carefully and frequently1 in case slugs of any description be preying upon them4 ,a dusting of hot lime will kill them1 or they may be otherwise destroyed4 ,some have recommended to repot and slip those plants when done flowering1 or they will contract a destructive disease2 which disease is a loss of verdure1 and is induced by too much heat and drought1 and a few other causes from inattention2 but if attended to as above until ,september1 when they should be fresh potted1 they will have time to be sufficiently established before winter1 which is the most judicious time to take off slips1 for two reasons1 viz4--they do not need so much nursing through the most precarious season of the year 7summer7 for these plants1 and they begin to grow1 and will root afresh sooner4 ,,double ,,wall-,,flowers4 ,as these are very seldom grown from seed1 and are semi-biennials1 art has to be used to preserve or renew them4 ,about the end of this month take shoots of this year about three inches long1 cutting them carefully off1 and smoothing the cut end with a sharp knife2 from this cut the lower leaves off about one inch and a half1 and then put it in the ground2 choose a very shady spot1 mixing the soil with a little sand and earth of decayed leaves4 ,sprinkle them three times a day until they have taken root1 which will be in a few weeks4 ,keep the cuttings about four inches apart4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,we do not consider that it is essential every month to repeat the necessity of tying up plants1 saving seeds when ripe1 cutting down weeds1 raking1 c4 with many other similar observations4 ,we have already been full on these subjects1 and expect these to be remembered through the season4 ,particular care1 however1 is required to carnations1 pinks1 or any plants that have heavy heads and slender stems4 ,if carnations are desired to flower strongly1 cut off all the buds except three1 leaving the uppermost and any other two of the largest4 ,all climbing plants should have timely support1 and tied securely every week while they are growing4 ,rooms4 ,,may4 ,all the plants will be able to withstand exposure1 in the general state of the seasons1 about the #ajth of the month4 ,begin about the first to take out the hardiest1 such as ,laurestnus1 ,hydrngeas1 ,roses1 ,primroses1 ,polyanthus1 c4 and thus allow the others to stand more free1 and become hardened to exposure4 ,the reason that plants are so often seen brown1 stunted1 and almost half dead1 is from the exposed situation they are placed in1 with the direct sun upon them1 and too frequently from being so sparingly watered4 ,there are no shrubby plants cultivated in pots that are benefited by the hot sun from this period to ,october4 ,a north aspect is the best for every plant1 except ,cctus1 ,aloe1 ,mesembrynthemum1 and such as go under the name of succulents4 ,where there are only a few1 they should be conveniently placed1 to allow water from a pot with a rose mouth to be poured frequently over them1 which is the best substitute for the syringe4 ,dphne1 ,coronlla1 ,fchsia1 ,camllia1 ,primrose1 and ,polynthus1 do not agree with a single ray of the sun1 through the summer4 ,there has been a general question what is the cause of the death of so many of the ,dphne odra4 ,it may be observed1 that the first place that shows symptoms of decay1 is at the surface of the soil1 and this takes place a few weeks before there are evident effects of it4 ,the cause is from the effect of heat or sun and water acting on the stem at least4 ,if the soil is drawn in the form of a cone round the stem1 to throw off the water to the edges of the pot1 that the stem may be dry above the roots1 mortification does not take place1 neither do they die prematurely1 when thus treated4 ,for further remarks1 see ,green-house1 this month4 ,,cape ,,bulbs4 ,any of these that are done flowering1 such as ,ixia1 ,oxalis1 ,lachenlia1 c4 as soon as the foliage begins to decay1 turn the pots on their sides1 which will ripen the roots1 and when perfectly dry1 clear them off the soil1 wrap them up in paper1 with their names attached1 and put them carefully aside until the time of planting4 ,,repotting4 ,where it is required1 repot ,cctus1 ,aloe1 ,mesembrynthemums1 and all other succulents1 with any of the ,amaryllis that are required to be kept in pots1 also ,cape ,jasmines4 ,for description of the above1 see ,hot-house and ,green-house of this month1 under the same head4 ,hot-,house4 ,,june ,,and ,,july4 ,as the plants of the ,hot-house are all exposed to the open air1 the directions will include both months4 ,if the repotting is over1 as recommended last month1 all the attention they will require until the end of ,august1 is the administering of water at the roots1 and by the syringe over head4 ,it will be impossible to say how great are their wants1 that depending entirely upon the nature of the plant1 the situation1 and the season2 but never neglect to look over them every evening1 and after very dry nights they will need a fresh supply in the morning1 observing to give to none except they are becoming a little dry4 ,make weekly examinations for insects of any description1 and when they appear1 have them instantly destroyed4 ,always after heavy rains look over the pots1 in case water should be standing in them1 which would injure the roots4 ,where any is found1 turn the pot on its side1 and in a few hours examine the draining which is defective2 small pots in continued rains should be turned likewise4 ,tie up all plants and shoots to prevent them from being destroyed by the wind1 and be attentive to pick all weeds from the pots4 ,turn round all the plants occasionally1 to prevent them from being drawn to one side by the sun or light4 ,green-,house4 ,,june ,,and ,,july4 ,the plants being out of the house1 there need be little added under this head4 ,their treatment is in the general1 and the required attention is in giving water according to their different constitutions and habits4 ,where there are not rain or river water1 it should stand at least one day in butts or cisterns1 to take the chilly air from it1 and become softened by the surrounding atmosphere4 ,this is more essential to the health of the plants than is generally supposed4 ,the small plants in dry weather will need water evening and morning4 ,continue regular syringings as directed last month4 ,there are frequently rains continuing for several days1 which will materially injure many plants1 if they are not turned on their sides until the rain is over1 especially small plants4 ,the syringings should never be done till after the waterings at the roots1 and they should never be seldomer than every alternate evening4 ,turn all the plants frequently to prevent them from being drawn to one side by the sun or light4 ,carefully look over them at these turnings1 to detect any insects4 ,and observe that the tuberose rooted geraniums1 such as ,ardns1 ,biclor1 ,trstum1 c4 are not getting too much water1 they being now dormant4 ,flower ,garden4 ,,june ,,and ,,july4 ,,holland ,,bulbs4 ,the lifting of these will be general in ,june4 ,for directions see ,may4 ,it is not advisable to take up ,jonquils1 ,fritillria1 ,crocus1 and ,iris1 oftener than every alternate year2 ,jonquils may stand three years4 ,anemones and ,ranunculus should be carefully lifted after their leaves begin to fade4 ,do not expose them to the sun1 but cover slightly with earth or sand until they are perfectly dry1 when they may be sifted out of the earth1 and put into drawers carefully labeled4 ,some recommend to soak these roots in soap-suds1 to destroy a worm that they are frequently attacked with4 ,we know not how far this may be carried1 nor the good or bad effects1 never having practised it4 ,,autumn ,,flowering ,,bulbs4 ,these are ,amaryllis ltea1 now called ,sternbrgia ltea2 ,a4 ,belladnna1 now ,belladnna purpurscens2 and ,nerne sarninsis4 ,this is a beautiful flowering bulb1 and requires the protection of a frame during winter4 ,the old bulb seldom flowers oftener than two succeeding years1 and then decays1 but the off-sets will flower the second year2 therefore when the old bulbs are lifted1 they ought to be immediately planted1 and receive every encouragement to strengthen them for flowering4 ,crcus satvus1 ,c ,pallsii1 ,c4 serotnus1 and ,c4 nudiflrus1 and all the species of ,clchicum1 with species of several other genera not introduced into the country4 ,they should all be lifted as soon as the foliage is decayed1 and kept only a few weeks out of the ground1 and then again replanted in fresh soil4 ,the economy of the genus ,clchicum in regard to its bulbs1 flowers1 and seeds1 is altogether singular1 and may be termed an anomaly of nature4 ,in producing the new bulbs or off-sets in a very curious manner1 the old one perishes4 ,the flowers which arise with long slender tubes from the root die off in ,october1 without leaving any external appearance of seeds4 ,these lie buried all the winter within the bulb1 in spring they grow upon a fruit stalk1 and are ripe about the first of ,june4 ,how beautiful and admirable is this provision6 ,the plant blooming so late in the year1 would not have time to mature its seeds before winter2 and is1 therefore1 so contrived that it may be performed out of the reach of the usual effects of frost1 and they are brought above the surface when perfected1 and at a proper season for sowing4 ,,carnations ,,and ,,pinks4 ,in order to make the former flower well1 if the weather is dry1 give them frequent waterings at the root1 and tie them up neatly to their rods4 ,the criterion of a fine carnation is--the stem strong and straight1 from thirty to forty inches high1 the corolla three inches diameter1 consisting of large round well formed petals1 but not so many as to crowd it1 nor so few as to make it appear thin or empty2 the outside petals should rise above the calyx about half an inch1 and then turn off in a horizontal direction1 to support the interior petals1 they forming nearly a hemispherical corolla4 ,the interior petals should decrease in size toward the centre1 all regularly disposed on every side2 they should have a small degree of concavity at the lamina or broad end1 the edges perfectly entire4 ,the calyx above one inch in length1 with strong broad points in a close and circular body4 ,the colours must be perfectly distinct1 disposed in regular long stripes1 broadest at the edge of the lamina1 and gradually becoming narrower as they approach the unguis or base of the petal1 there terminating in a fine point4 ,those that contain two colours upon a white ground are esteemed the finest4 ,of a double pink--the stem about twelve inches1 the calyx smaller but similar to a carnation2 the flowers two inches and a half in diameter2 petals rose edges2 colour white1 and pure purple1 or rich crimson2 the nearer it approaches to black it is the more esteemed2 proportions equal as in carnation4 ,those that are very tasteful with these flowers are attentive to the manner of their opening4 ,where the calyx is deficient in regular expansion to display the petals2 that is1 where there is a tendency to burst open on one side more than on the other1 the opposite side in two or three different indentions should be slit a little at several times with the point of a small sharp knife1 taking care not to cut the petals1 and about the centre of the calyx tie a thread three or four times round to prevent any farther irregularity4 ,some florists and connoisseurs place cards on them4 ,this is done when the calyx is small4 ,take a piece of thin pasteboard1 about the size of a dollar2 cut a small aperture in its centre to admit the bud to pass through4 ,when on tie it tight to the rod1 to prevent the wind from blowing it about2 and when the flower is expanded1 draw up the card to about the middle of the calyx1 and spread the petals one over the other regularly upon it4 ,when these plants are in flower1 their beauty may be prolonged by giving them a little shade from the mid-day sun by an awning of any simple description4 ,where they are in pots1 they can be removed to a cool shady situation1 7but not directly under trees47 ,,of ,,laying ,,carnations ,,and ,,pinks4 ,this is a necessary and yearly operation to keep a supply of plants1 and likewise to have them always in perfection4 ,as the process of laying1 though simple1 may not be known to all who are desirous of cultivating these plants1 we will give an outline of the mode of operation4 ,provide first a quantity of small hooked twigs 7pieces of ,asparagus stems are very suitable7 about three inches long1 for pegging the layers down in the earth4 ,select the outward strongest and lowest shoots that are round the plant1 trim off a few of the under leaves1 and shorten with the knife the top ones even1 and then applying it at a joint about the middle of the under-side of the shoot1 cut about half through in a slanting direction1 making an upward slit towards the next joint1 near an inch in extent2 and loosening the earth1 make a small oblong cavity one or two inches deep1 putting a little fresh light earth therein4 ,lay the stem part where the slit is made into the earth1 keeping the cut part open1 and the head of the layer upright one or two inches out of the earth2 and in that position peg down the layer with one of the hooked twigs1 and cover the inserted part to the depth of one inch with some of the fresh earth1 pressing it gently down4 ,in this manner proceed to lay all the proper shoots of each plant4 ,keep the earth a little full round the plant1 to retain longer the water that may be applied4 ,give immediately a moderate watering1 with a rose watering pot1 and in dry weather give light waterings every evening4 ,choose a cloudy day for the above operation4 ,in about two months they will be well rooted4 ,,pruning ,,roses4 ,the best time to prune what are termed ,garden roses is immediately after flowering1 which is generally about the middle of ,june4 ,cut out all old exhausted wood1 and where it is too thick and crowded1 shortening those shoots which have flowered to a good fresh strong eye1 or bud1 accompanied with a healthy leaf1 but leaving untouched such shoots as are still in a growing state1 except where they are becoming irregular4 ,such should be cut to the desired shape4 ,there is not a better period of the year for puting these bushes in handsome order1 which ought to be studied4 ,all wood that grows after this pruning will ripen perfectly and produce fine flowers next year4 ,our reasons for doing so at this period are these3 ,the points of the shoots of the more delicate sorts of roses are very apt to die when pruned in winter or spring2 hence the consequences of this evil are avoided4 ,the stronger the wood of roses is made to grow1 the flowers will be the larger and more profuse1 and this effect is but produced by cutting out the old and superfluous wood2 at least it prevents any loss of vegetative power1 which ought always to be considered4 ,,of ,,budding ,,or ,,inoculation ,,of ,,roses4 ,according to what we have previously hinted in regard to having roses as standards1 where such are desired1 the month of ,july is a proper time for the operation of budding4 ,the kinds to be taken for stocks should be of a strong free growth4 ,such as ,ornamental parade2 ,dutch tree2 ,r4 vilsa2 ,r4 canna2 and frequently the ,french ,eglantine1 are taken4 ,be provided with a proper budding-knife1 which has a sharp thin blade adapted to prepare the bud1 with a tapering ivory haft made thin at the end for raising the bark of the stock4 ,for tieings use bass strings from ,russia mats1 which should be soaked in water to make them more pliable4 ,the height of the stock or stem at which the bud is to be inserted1 is to be determined by the intended destination of the tree1 7as it may be properly called47 ,choose a smooth part of the stem1 from one to three years old4 ,having marked the place1 prune away all the lateral shoots about and underneath it4 ,with the knife directed horizontally1 make an incision about half an inch long in the bark of the stock1 cutting into the wood1 but not deeper2 then applying the point of the knife to the middle of this line1 make a perpendicular incision under the first1 extending from it between one and two inches4 ,having a healthy shoot of the growth of this year provided of the kind that is desired1 begin at the lower end of this shoot1 cut away all the leaves1 leaving the footstalk of each4 ,being fixed on a promising bud1 insert the knife about half an inch above the eye1 slanting it downwards1 and about half through the shoot4 ,draw it out about an inch below the eye1 so as to bring away the bud unimpaired with the bark1 and part of the wood adhering to it2 the wood now must be carefully detached from the bark4 ,to do this insert the point of the knife between the bark and wood at one end1 and holding the bark tenderly1 strip off the woody part1 which will readily part from the bark if the shoot from which the piece is taken has been properly imbued with sap4,i ,look at the inner rind of the separated bark1 to see if that be entire2 if there be a hole in it1 the eye of the bud has been pulled away with the wood1 rendering the bud useless1 which throw away2 if there be no hole1 return to the stock1 and with the haft of the knife gently raise the bark on each side of the perpendicular incision1 opening the lips wide enough to admit the prepared slip with the eye4 ,if the slip is longer than the upright incision in the stock1 reduce the largest end4 ,stock and bud being ready1 keep the latter in its natural position1 introduce it between the bark and wood of the stock1 pushing it gently downwards until it reaches the bottom of the perpendicular incision4 ,let the eye of the bud project through the centre of the lips2 lay the slip with the bud as smooth as possible1 and press down the raised bark of the stock4 ,the bud being deposited1 bind that part of the stock moderately tight with bass1 beginning a little below the incision1 proceeding upward so as to keep the eye uncovered1 finishing above the incision4 ,in a month after the operation1 examine whether the bud has united with the stock4 ,if it has succeeded1 the bud will be full and fresh2 if not1 it will be brown and contracted4 ,when it has taken1 untie the bandage1 that the bud may swell1 and in a few days afterwards cut the head of the stock off about six inches above the inoculation1 and prevent all shoots from growing by pinching them off4 ,this will forward the bud1 which will push and ripen wood this season2 but it must be carefully tied as it grows to the remaining head of the stock4 ,some do not head down the stock until the following spring1 thereby not encouraging the bud to grow1 which if winter sets in early is the safest method4 ,i ,we once budded three eyes of the white moss rose1 after they had by mistake been carried in the pocket of a coat three days4 ,the shoot was soaked six hours in water1 and two of the buds grew4 ,from this we infer that shoots1 if properly wrapped up1 may be carried very great distances1 and grow successfully4 ,,of ,,watering4 ,if the season is dry1 look over the late planted shrubs1 and give them frequent copious waterings2 and a few of the finest annuals that are wanted to flower perfectly should be attended to4 ,dahlias suffer very much in dry seasons1 therefore it is advisable to water the most beautiful 7or all7 of them two or three times per week1 and be careful to tie up their shoots to any support that is given to them1 in case of high winds breaking or otherwise destroying the flower stems4 ,rooms4 ,,june ,,and ,,july4 ,the only attention requisite to these plants1 is in giving water1 keeping them from being much exposed to either sun or high winds1 and preventing the attack of insects4 ,water must be regularly given every evening1 when there has not been rain during the day4 ,where they are in a growing state1 they are not liable at this season of the year to suffer from too much water1 except in a few instances1 such as the ,lemon-scented ,geranium1 and those kinds that are tuberose rooted1 as ,ardns1 ,biclor1 ,tristm1 c4 which should have moderate supplies4 ,all the plants ought to be turned round every few weeks to prevent them from growing to one side1 by the one being more dark than the other1 and keep those of a straggling growth tied neatly to rods4 ,wherever insects of any description appear1 wash them off directly4 ,give regular syringings or sprinklings from the rose of a watering pot4 ,be particularly attentive in this respect to the ,camllias1 which will keep the foliage in a healthy state1 and prevent the effects of mildew4 ,if the foliage of ,llium longiflrum1 or japnicum1 has died down1 do not water them while dormant1 as they are easily injured by such treatment4 ,hot-,house4 ,,august4 ,the plants of the ,hot-house that were repotted in ,may and ,june1 according to the directions therein given1 will at present be in an excellent state of health1 provided they have got at all times the requisite supplies of watering4 ,and as we already have been very explicit on that subject1 more remarks now would be merely repetition4 ,,repotting4 ,if any of the repottings were neglected1 during ,may or ,june1 let it be done about the first of this month4 ,let young plants that are growing freely1 where the roots have filled the pots1 and the plants required to grow1 have pots one size larger4 ,in turning out the ball of earth1 keep it entire1 not disturbing any of the roots4 ,,of ,,painting1 ,,repairing1 ,,and ,,cleansing ,,the ,,house4 ,the necessary repairs of the ,hot-house are too often put off to the last day or week2 and then with hurry are superficially attended to4 ,previous to the first of ,september1 have all the wood-work painted2 which ought to have one coat every year1 and the glass all repaired4 ,have the flues and furnace examined1 and all rents plastered over1 or any deficiency made good4 ,give the flue a thick coat of lime white-wash1 and properly white-wash the whole interior stages and shelves to destroy any larv of insects2 or1 what is preferable for the latter1 use oil paint4 ,if there is a tan bed1 have that renewed2 take out what is most decayed1 and add new tan4 ,wash out the floor perfectly clean1 so that all may be in readiness for the plants next month4 ,,green-,,house4 ,,august4 ,any of the ,myrtles1 ,oranges1 ,lemons1 ,oleanders1 c4 that were headed down in ,april or ,may1 will be pushing many young shoots4 ,the plant must be carefully examined1 to observe which of the shoots ought to be left to form the tree4 ,having determined on this1 cut out all the others close to the stem with a small sharp knife2 and if the remaining shoots are above one foot long1 pinch off the tops to make them branch out4 ,the trees that were entirely headed down1 should not have above six shoots left1 which will1 by being topped1 make a sufficient quantity to form the bush or tree4 ,,geraniums4 ,these plants1 about the first of the month1 require a complete dressing4 ,in the first place collect them all together1 and with a sharp knife cut off the wood of this year to within a few eyes of the wood of last year4 ,citriodrum and its varieties do not need pruning4 ,the plants grown from cuttings during the season1 that have flowered1 cut them to about four inches from the pot4 ,this being done1 have the earth all prepared with potshreds or fine gravel for draining the delicate kinds4 ,and in a shaded situation turn the plants progressively out of the pots they are in1 reducing the balls of earth so that the same pots may contain them again1 and allow from half an inch to two inches1 according to the size of the pot1 of fresh soil around the ball1 which press down by a thin piece of wood cut for the purpose4 ,finish by leveling all neatly with the hand4 ,give very gentle waterings from a pot with a rose mouth1 for a few weeks1 until they have begun to grow1 protecting them entirely from the sun1 till that period1 then take the opportunity of a cloudy day to expose them4 ,after this repotting1 the following kinds are liable to suffer from too much water3 ,pavonnum1 ,davey7anum1 flgens1 ardens1 citriodrum1 rubscens1 florabndum1 ardscens2 with those of a similar habit1 and these species do not require so much encouragement at the root as the strong growing sorts4 ,the tuberous rooted and deciduous species must be very moderately supplied4 ,be careful when watering that the new soil does not become saturated with water1 as1 though allowed to dry again1 it will not be so pure4 ,when they shoot afresh1 turn them regularly every two weeks1 to prevent them growing to one side4 ,,oranges1 ,,lemons1 c4 ,as it is frequently very inconvenient to shift these trees into larger tubs in the months of ,march and ,april1 this month is a period that is suitable both from the growth of the trees1 and their being in the open air4 ,it would be improper to state the day or the week1 that depending entirely on the season4 ,the criterion is easily observed1 which is when the first growth is over1 these trees making another growth in autumn4 ,when they are large1 they require great exertion1 and are frequently attended with inconvenience to get them shifted4 ,where there is a quantity of them1 the best plan that we have tried or seen adopted is as follows3 ,have a strong double and a single block trimmed with a sufficiency of rope2 make it fast to the limb of a large tree1 or any thing that projects1 and will bear the weight1 and as high as will admit of the plant being raised a few feet under it4 ,take a soft bandage and put around the stem1 to prevent the bark from being bruised2 make a rope fast to it1 in which hook the single block4 ,raise the plant the height of the tub1 put a spar across the tub1 and strike on the spar with a mallet1 which will separate the tub from the ball4 ,then with a strong pointed stick probe a little of the earth from amongst the roots1 observing to cut away any that are affected by dry-rot1 damp1 or mildew1 with any very matted roots4 ,having all dressed1 place a few potshreds over the hole or holes in the bottom of the tub2 measure exactly the depth of the ball that remains around the plant1 and fill up with earth1 pressing it a little with the hand1 until it will hold the ball one inch under the edge of the tub4 ,if there is from four to six inches of earth under it1 it is quite enough4 ,fill all around the ball1 and press it down with a stick1 finishing neatly off with the hand4 ,observe that the stem of the tree is exactly in the centre4 ,this being done1 carry the tree to where it is intended to stand1 and give it water with a rose on the pot4 ,the earth will subside about two inches1 thus leaving three inches1 which will at any time hold enough of water for the tree4 ,trees thus treated will not require to be shifted again within four or five years1 having in the interim got a few rich top-dressings4 ,frequently in attempting to take out of the tubs those that are in a sickly state1 all the soil falls from their roots1 having no fibres attached4 ,when there are any such1 after replanting1 put them in the ,green-house1 and shut it almost close up1 there give shade to the tree1 and frequent sprinklings of water1 until it begins to grow1 when admit more air gradually until it becomes hardened4 ,these trees should be put in very small tubs1 and a little sand added to the soil4 ,give very moderate supplies of water1 merely keeping the soil moist4 ,tubs generally give way at the bottom when they begin to decay1 and in the usual method of coopering after this failure they are useless1 the ledging being rotten1 and will not admit of another bottom4 ,the staves should be made without any groove1 and have four brackets nailed on the inside1 having the bottom in a piece by itself that it can be placed on these brackets1 and there is no necessity of it being water tight4 ,then when it fails1 it can be replaced again at a trifling expense4 ,a tub made this way will last out three or four bottoms1 and is in every respect the cheapest1 and should be more wide than deep4 ,large ,myrtles and ,oleanders may be treated in the same manner as directed for the above4 ,,of ,,pruning ,,oranges1 ,,lemons1 c4 ,these trees will grow very irregularly1 especially the ,lemon1 if not frequently dressed or pruned4 ,any time this month look over them all minutely1 and cut away any of the small naked wood where it is too crowded1 and cut all young strong straggling shoots to the bounds of the tree1 giving it a round regular head4 ,it is sometimes necessary to cut out a small limb1 but large amputations should be avoided4 ,cover all wounds with turpentine or bees-wax1 to prevent the bad effects of the air4 ,,of ,,repotting ,,plants4 ,any of the plants enumerated in ,march under this head1 may be now done according to directions therein given1 and which apply to all sizes4 ,this is the proper period for repotting the following3-- ,clla1 a genus of four species4 ,none of them in our collections1 and in fact are not worth cultivation1 except ,c4 thipica1 ,ethiopian ,lily1 which is admired for the purity and singularity of its large white flowers1 or rather spatha1 which is cucullate1 leaves sagittate4 ,it is now called ,richrdia thipica4 ,the roots which are tubers should be entirely divested of the soil they have been grown in1 breaking off any small offsets1 and potting them wholly in fresh earth4 ,when growing they cannot get too much water4 ,the plant will grow in a pond of water1 and withstand our severest winters1 provided the roots are kept at the bottom of the water4 ,cyclamen4 ,there are eight species and six varieties of this genus1 which consists of humble plants with very beautiful flowers4 ,the bulbs are round1 flattened1 and solid1 and are peculiarly adapted for pots and the decorating of rooms4 ,c4 cum1 leaves almost round2 flowers light red2 in bloom from ,january to ,april4 ,c4 prsicum1 with its four varieties1 flower from ,february to ,april2 colour white1 and some white and purple4 ,c4 hederflium1 ,ivy-leaved2 colour lilac2 there is a white variety2 flowers from ,july to ,september4 ,c4 ,europum1 colour lilac1 in bloom from ,august to ,october4 ,c4 neapolitnum1 flowers red1 in bloom from ,july to ,september4 ,these are all desirable plants4 ,when the foliage begins to decay1 withhold the accustomed supplies of water1 keeping them in a half dry state2 and when growing they must not be over watered1 as they are apt to rot from moisture4 ,keep them during the summer months in the shade4 ,the best time for potting either of the sorts is when the crown of the bulb begins to protrude4 ,if the pots are becoming large1 every alternate year they may be cleared from the old soil1 and put in smaller pots with the crown barely covered4 ,when the flowers fade1 the pedicles twist up like a screw1 inclosing the germen in the centre1 lying close to the ground until the seeds ripen1 from which plants can be grown1 and will flower the third year4 ,lachenlia1 a genus of about forty species of bulbs1 all natives of the ,cape of ,good ,hope1 and grow remarkably well in our collections4 ,the most common is ,l4 trcolor4 ,l4 quadrcolor1 and its varieties1 are all fine2 the colours yellow1 scarlet1 orange1 and green1 very pure and distinct2 ,l4 rbida4 ,l4 punctta1 ,l4 orchodes1 and ,l4 nervsa1 are all fine species4 ,the flowers are on a stem from a half to one foot high1 and much in the character of a hyacinth4 ,the end of the month is about the time of planting4 ,five inch pots are large enough1 and they must get very little water till they begin to grow4 ,oxalis1 above one hundred species of ,cape bulbs1 and like all other bulbs of that country1 they do exceedingly well in our collections1 in which there are only comparatively a few species1 not exceeding twelve4 ,o4 rublla1 branching1 of a vermilion colour2 ,o4 marginta1 white2 ,o4 elongta1 striped2 and ,o4 amna1 are those that require potting this month4 ,the first of ,september is the most proper period for the others4 ,this genus of plants is so varied in the construction of its roots1 that the same treatment will not do for all4 ,the root is commonly bulbous1 and these will keep a few weeks or months out of the soil1 according to their size4 ,several are only thick and fleshy3 these ought not to be taken out of the pots1 but kept in them1 while dormant2 and about the end of this month give them gentle waterings4 ,when they begin to grow1 take the earth from the roots1 and pot them in fresh soil4 ,in a few years the bulbs are curiously produced1 the original bulb near the surface striking a radical fibre downright from its base1 at the extremity of which is produced a new bulb for the next year's plant1 the old one perishing4 ,ornithgalum1 ,star of ,bethlehem1 about sixty species of bulbs1 principally from the ,cape of ,good ,hope4 ,many of them have little attraction4 ,the most beautiful that we have seen are ,o4 lactum1 which has a spike about one foot long of fine white flowers2 and ,o4 areum1 flowers of a golden colour1 in contracted racemose corymbs4 ,these two are magnificent4 ,o4 martimum is the officinale squill4 ,the bulb is frequently as large as a human head1 pear-shaped1 and tunicated like the onion4 ,from the centre of the root arise several shining glaucous leaves a foot long1 two inches broad at base1 and narrowing to a point4 ,they are green during winter1 and decay in the spring2 then the flower-stalk comes out1 rising two feet1 naked half way1 and terminated by a pyramidal thyrse of white flowers4 ,the bulb ought to be kept dry from the end of ,june till now1 or it will not flower freely4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,watering1 and other practical care of the plants1 to be done as heretofore described4 ,frequently the weather at the end of this month becomes cool and heavy4 ,dew falling through the night will in part supply the syringing operation1 but it must not be suspended altogether4 ,three times a week will suffice4 ,any of the plants that are plunged should be turned every week4 ,in wet weather observe that none are suffering from moisture4 ,,flower-,,garden ,,august4 ,,evergreen ,,hedges4 ,these always make two growths in the season1 and the best time to perform the clipping or dressing of them is before the plants begin their second growth4 ,choose if possible dull and cloudy days for the operation4 ,the general practice in forming these1 is to have the sides even1 and the top level1 forming a right angle on each side4 ,however neat in appearance this may be considered1 it certainly is stiff and formal4 ,we never approve of shearing where it can be avoided1 and when adopted1 nature ought to be imitated4 ,we consider that all hedges and edgings ought to be narrowed at the top4 ,,carnations ,,and ,,pinks4 ,if layed about the end of ,june1 and been properly attended1 they will by the end of this month be well rotted and fit for transplanting4 ,clear away the earth lightly1 and cut them clean off from the parent plant1 nearer the stool than the original slit4 ,raise them neatly out of the earth1 with as many of the root-fibres as possible2 cut off the naked part of the stem close to the fibrous roots1 and trim away the straggling leaves4 ,plant the finest sorts in four inch pots1 and those more common three plants in five inch pots1 in the form of a triangle1 which can be separated in spring to plant in the garden4 ,any of the principal stools should be 7if in the ground7 lifted and put into seven inch pots to be preserved3 the others may be allowed to stand through the winter1 covering them with a few dry leaves4 ,keep them in the shade a few weeks1 when they may be fully exposed4 ,give gentle and frequent sprinklings of water until they have taken fresh root2 or if in want of pots1 mark out a bed that can be covered with a frame1 preparing the soil therein properly4 ,plant them from four to six inches apart4 ,shade them from the sun until they begin to grow1 giving sprinklings of water over the foliage every evening4 ,,bulbous ,,roots4 ,look over the bulbs that are out of the ground1 and examine those that require planting4 ,fritillria1 about twenty species1 but few of them generally cultivated1 except ,f4 imperilis1 ,crown ,imperial2 and ,f4 prsica4 ,these will require planting1 and ought not to be lifted oftener than every third year4 ,there are four or five varieties of the above1 showy flowers1 and singular in appearance4 ,they require a deep rich loamy soil1 and if in beds1 plant them from three to four inches deep1 and one foot apart4 ,they will grow under shade of trees1 or any situation where the soil is adapted for them4 ,no imbricated or scaly bulb ought to be retained long out of the ground4 ,when any of these are lifted1 and the young bulbs taken off1 they should be planted at once4 ,see particularly on bulbous roots in general next month4 ,,sowing ,,seeds ,,of ,,bulbous ,,roots4 ,where any seeds of these are saved1 with the intention of sowing1 let it be done this month4 ,procure boxes about seven inches deep1 and in size proportioned to the quantity to be sown4 ,put five inches of light sandy soil in the box1 level it smoothly1 and sow the seeds separately and thickly2 cover with half an inch of light sandy loam1 with a portion of earth from the woods4 ,keep the box or boxes in a sheltered situation1 giving frequent sprinklings of water to keep the earth damp1 which must be protected with a frame1 or covered with leaves during winter4 ,the plants will appear in spring1 and must be watered and kept in the shade3 when the leaves decay in ,june1 put one inch more soil upon them1 and the second year they can be planted with the small offsets in the garden1 and treated as other bulbs4 ,they must be carefully marked every year4 ,tulips require many years of trial before their qualities are known2 and a poor soil is best to produce their characters after the first bloom4 ,,sowing ,,and ,,saving ,,seeds4 ,about the end of this month or first of next1 is an advisable period to sow seed of ,delphnum ,ajcis flreplno1 or ,double ,rocket ,larkspur4 ,this plant does not flower in perfection except it is sown in autumn1 and grown a little above ground before winter1 when a few leaves can be lightly thrown amongst them1 but not to cover them entirely1 as that would cause damp1 and they would rot off4 ,corepsis tinctria1 which is now ,callipsis tinctria1 and a beautiful plant1 should likewise be sown4 ,be attentive in saving all kinds of seeds1 many of which will keep best in the capsule4 ,name them all correctly1 and with the year in which they were grown4 ,rooms4 ,,august4 ,for the kinds of plants that require potting1 we refer to the ,green-house for this month4 ,all that are therein specified are peculiarly adapted for rooms1 and we would call attention to the genus ,cyclamen1 which has not been generally introduced into the collections of our ladies2 as1 from the character and beauty of the flowers1 they are very attracting and highly deserving of culture4 ,attend to the ,geraniums as there directed1 and be particular in having them cut down1 and repotted1 as there fully described4 ,the ,oranges1 ,lemons1 ,oleanders1 and ,myrtles1 that are kept in cellars or rooms1 should have the same attention in this month as directed in the ,green-house1 which to repeat here would be occupying space unnecessarily4 ,rseda odorta1 or ,mignonette1 is one of the most fragrant annuals4 ,to have it in perfection1 the seed should be sown about the end of this month1 or beginning of next1 into pots of fine light earth1 and sprinkled with water frequently4 ,when it comes up the plants must be thinned out or transplanted2 the former method is preferable4 ,keep them from frost during winter1 and always near the light4 ,this will equally apply to the ,green-house4 ,hot-,house4 ,,september4 ,,dressing ,,the ,,plants4 ,having last month put the house in complete order1 all that remains necessary to be attended to1 is the state of the plants and pots1 which should be regularly examined1 and of those where the roots fill the soil1 a little may be taken off the top1 supplying its place with fresh earth1 thereby giving what is called a top dressing4 ,give each a sufficient rod that requires it1 tieing the plant neatly thereto2 minutely scrutinise each for insects1 and where they are detected1 have them eradicated4 ,finally1 wash all contracted foulness from off the pots1 at the same time pick off any decayed leaves2 thus all will be in perfect order to take into the house4 ,if any plants have been kept in the ,hot-house during summer1 they must likewise go through the same operations4 ,,of ,,taking ,,in ,,the ,,plants4 ,from the #afth to the #bdth1 according to the season1 is the proper time to take in the ,hot-house plants4 ,it is preferable to have them what might be deemed a few days too early1 than have them in the slightest affected by cold4 ,commence by housing the largest first1 and those that stand farthest in the house1 observing to place the most tender sorts nearest the heat or warmest part of the house4 ,for observations on them1 see ,may3 in regard to arrangement1 that must be according to the taste of the operator4 ,we may observe that in a small collection it is better to have them in a regular than in a picturesque form4 ,a dry shelf is indispensable in this department for placing on it all herbaceous plants1 such as ,cnna1 ,hedychium1 ,zngiber1 ,kmpfria1 c4 the watering of which from this time should be gradually suspended1 that they may have their required cessation to make them flower well4 ,this shelf may be in any situation2 one in darkness1 where other plants will not grow1 will answer perfectly well4 ,if there is a bark bed1 do not1 until the end of ,december1 plunge any of the pots therein4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,the plants being now all under protection1 they must have as much air as possible admitted to them every day1 by opening the doors1 front and top sashes1 closing only at night4 ,the syringings must be continued1 and care taken that plants of a deciduous or herbaceous nature are not over watered4 ,alstroemerias are apt to rot while dormant when they are supplied with water4 ,the tuberous species might be kept almost dry4 ,some practical men of sound science repot these plants in this month into fresh soil1 and allow them to stand till ,january almost without water4 ,we have never adopted this method with any description of plants1 but do not doubt of its success with that genus4 ,see that the ropes and pullies of the sashes are in good order1 and fit to stand all winter4 ,green-,house4 ,,september4 ,during this month every part of the ,green-house should have a thorough cleansing1 which is too frequently neglected1 and many hundreds of insects left unmolested4 ,to preserve the wood work in good order1 give it one coat of paint every year4 ,repair all broken glass1 white-wash the whole interior1 giving the flues two or three coats1 and cover the stages with hot-lime1 white-wash1 or oil-paint2 examine ropes1 pullies1 and weights1 finishing by washing the pavement perfectly clean4 ,if there have been any plants in the house during summer1 be sure after this cleansing that they are clean also1 before they are returned to their respective situations4 ,,of ,,watering4 ,the intensity of the heat being over for the season1 the heavy dews during night will prevent so much absorption amongst the plants4 ,they will1 in general1 especially by the end of the month1 require limited supplies of water comparatively to their wants in the summer months4 ,be careful amongst the ,geraniums that were repotted in ,august1 not to water them until the new soil about their roots is becoming dry4 ,syringing in this month may be suspended in time of heavy dews1 but in dry nights resort to it again4 ,the herbaceous plants and those of a succulent nature must be sparingly supplied4 ,the large trees that were put in new earth will require a supply only once a week1 but in such quantity as will go to the bottom of the tubs4 ,,preparing ,,for ,,taking ,,in ,,the ,,plants4 ,about the end of the month all the plants should be examined and cleaned in like manner as directed for those of the ,hot-house last month1 which see4 ,from the #ast to the #hth of ,october is the most proper time to take them into the ,green-house1 except those of a half hardy nature1 which may stand out till the appearance of frost4 ,all the ,geraniums that were put in the shade after shifting1 may after the #ajth be fully exposed1 which will in some degree prevent them from being weak4 ,turn them in such a manner as will make them grow equally4 ,always endeavour to have these plants short and bushy1 for they are unsightly otherwise1 except where a few very large specimens are desired for show4 ,all ,myrtles and ,oleanders that were headed down1 if the young shoots are too crowded1 continue to thin them out1 and give regular turnings1 that all the heads may grow regularly4 ,,stocks ,,and ,,wall-,,flowers1 ,that are wanted to flower in the ,green-house 7where they do remarkably well7 and are in the ground1 have them carefully lifted before the end of the month1 and planted in six or seven inch pots1 with light loamy soil4 ,place them in the shade till they take fresh root1 and give them frequent sprinklings of water4 ,as soon as the foliage becomes erect1 expose them to the full sun1 and treat as ,green-house plants4 ,,chrysanthemums4 ,these very ornamental plants blooming so late1 and at a period when there are few others in flower1 one of each variety 7or two of some of the finest7 should be lifted and put in #h inch pots1 in light loamy soil1 and treated as above directed for ,stocks1 c4 ,these will flower beautifully from ,october to ,december1 and when done blooming the pots may be plunged in the garden1 or covered with any kind of litter1 until spring1 when they can be divided and planted out4 ,,cape ,,and ,,holland ,,bulbs4 ,about the end of this month is the period for all of these that are intended for the ,green-house to be potted4 ,we specified some of the former last month1 and will here enumerate a few others4 ,babana1 a genus of small bulbs1 with pretty blue1 red1 and yellow flowers4 ,b4 distca1 pale blue flowers in two ranks4 ,b4 strcta1 flowers blue and white4 ,b4 tubiflra is beautiful1 colour white and red4 ,b4 plicta has sweet-scented pale blue flowers4 ,there are about twenty species of them1 and they grow from six to twelve inches high4 ,four inch pots are sufficient for them4 ,gladolus1 ,corn-flag1 a genus of above fifty species4 ,there are several very showy plants amongst them1 and a few very superb4 ,g4 floribndus1 large pink and white flowers4 ,g4 cardinlis1 flowers superb scarlet1 spotted with white4 ,g4 byzantnus1 large purple flowers4 ,g4 blndus1 flowers of a blush rose colour1 and handsome4 ,g4 cuspidtus1 flowers white and purple4 ,g4 psittcinus is the most magnificent of the genus1 both in size and beauty of flower2 the flowers are striped with green1 yellow1 and scarlet1 about four inches diameter1 in great profusion1 on a stem about two feet high1 and though rare in ,europe may be seen in some collections in this country4 ,the beauty of this genus is all centred in the flowers2 the leaves are similar to ,iris4 ,ixia1 a genus containing about twenty-five species of very free-flowering bulbs4 ,i4 monadlpha1 flowers blush and green4 ,i4 leucntha1 flowers large1 white4 ,i4 capitta1 flowers in heads of a white and almost black colour4 ,i4 cnica1 flowers orange and velvet4 ,i4 columellris is beautifully variegated with purple1 blush1 and vermilion colours4 ,the flower stems are from six to twenty-four inches high4 ,sparxis1 a beautiful genus of twelve species1 closely allied to the last1 but more varied in colour4 ,s4 grandiflra strita is striped with purple ground blush4 ,s4 verscolor1 colours crimson1 dark purple1 and yellow4 ,s4 anemonflra is of various colours1 and very similar to ,anemne4 ,tritnia1 a genus of about twenty-five species4 ,few of them deserve culture in regard to their beauty4 ,t4 crocta is in our collections1 as ,i4 crocta1 which is amongst the finest1 and ,t4 zanthospla has white flowers curiously spotted with yellow4 ,watsnia1 a genus containing several species of showy flowers1 several of which are in our collections1 under the genus ,gladolus1 but the most of the species may easily be distinguished from it by their flat shell formed bulbs4 ,w4 iridiflia is the largest of the genus1 and has flowers of a flesh colour4 ,w4 rsea is large growing1 the flowers are pink1 and on the stem in a pyramid form4 ,w4 humilis is a pretty red flowering species4 ,w4 flgida1 once ,antholyza flgens1 has fine bright scarlet flowers4 ,w4 rbens is an esteemed red flowering species1 but scarce4 ,these six genera are in general cultivation4 ,there are several of others of merit that our limits will not admit of inserting4 ,we have no doubt there are some splendid species that have not come under our observation1 and others which may be obtained from the ,cape of ,good ,hope not known in any collection4 ,many hundreds of superb bulbs indigenous to that country1 and of the same nature and habit of the above1 have not been seen in collections4 ,the flowers of those which we have specified are from one to four inches in diameter1 ringent1 tubular1 or campanulate4 ,pots from four to seven inches diameter1 according to the size of the roots1 will be large enough4 ,give them very little water until they begin to grow2 then supply moderately1 and keep them near the light4 ,of the ,holland or ,dutch bulbs1 the ,hyacinth is the favourite to bloom in the ,green-house4 ,a few of the ,tulip1 ,narcissus1 ,iris1 and ,crocus1 may for variety be also planted with any other that curiosity may dictate4 ,when these are grown in pots1 the soil should be four-eighths loam1 two-eighths leaf mould1 one-eighth decomposed manure1 one-eighth sand1 well compounded2 plant in pots from four to seven inches1 keep the crown of the bulb above the surface of the soil1 except of the ,tulip1 which should be covered two inches4 ,when these roots are potted1 plunge them in the garden about three inches under ground2 mark out a space sufficient to contain them2 throw out the earth about four inches deep1 place the pots therein1 covering them with earth to the above depth1 making it in the form of a bed4 ,leave a trench all round to carry off the rain4 ,by so doing1 the bulbs will root strong1 the soil will be kept in a congenial state about them1 and they will prove far superior than if done in the common method4 ,lift them from this bed on the approach of frost1 or not later than the second week of ,december1 wash the pots and take them to the ,green-house4 ,,of ,,repotting4 ,vibrnum4 ,this is a good period to repot all the flowering plants of this genus4 ,for a full description of them1 see ,green-house1 ,march4 ,the repotting is only intended for young plants that are wanted to grow freely4 ,when the ,v4 tnus is much encouraged1 it does not flower profusely4 ,llium1 ,lily4 ,there are four species of this splendid genus kept in the ,green-house4 ,it has always been our practice to repot them when they begin to grow1 though it is said by some that1 when removed at that time1 they will not flower perfectly4 ,they will not do to be kept above a few weeks out of the ground1 and we think they ought never to be kept out any period4 ,we place them here1 that a choice may be made by the cultivator of either of the periods1 which is not material2 observing in either case1 that excess of moisture is injurious while they are dormant4 ,l4 longiflrum grows about one foot high1 with one or more flowers4 ,l4 longiflrum suavolens1 is sweet-scented1 and has only one flower4 ,l4 japnicum is the most magnificent1 grows about two feet high1 with three or more flowers on one stem4 ,l4 lanciflium2 we incline to class this with ,l4 specisum1 there being no apparent distinction in any character4 ,the flowers are all of the purest white4 ,they require from five to seven inch pots4 ,flower ,garden4 ,,september4 ,,of ,,dahlias4 ,see that all these plants are supported with proper stakes1 rods1 c41 that the wind may have no effect in breaking down or otherwise destroying the flower stems4 ,strictly observe their respective heights and colours1 that they may be duly disposed and interspersed next year1 if not done so this4 ,if the early part of the month is dry1 give them liberal supplies of water4 ,,general ,,care ,,of ,,plants ,,in ,,pots4 ,all the flowers that are in pots1 and intended to be kept in frames during winter1 should have a top-dressing1 and a general preparation for their winter quarters1 by tieing up1 c4 ,the carnation and pink layers that were lifted and potted last month must be brought from the shade as soon as they begin to grow2 and those that are not lifted1 have them done forthwith1 that they may be rooted afresh before the frost sets in4 ,all ,wall-flowers and ,stocks should be lifted this month1 and planted in five to seven inch pots1 and treated as directed for carnation layers last month1 until they begin to grow1 when they must be fully exposed4 ,,prepare ,,beds ,,and ,,borders ,,for ,,bulbous ,,roots4 ,bulbous roots of every character delight in deep free soil2 consequently1 wherever they are desired to be planted1 due attention must be paid to put the soil in proper order1 to have them in perfection4 ,where there are a quantity intended to be planted1 to have them in beds is the general and preferable method4 ,these ought to be dug from eighteen inches to two feet deep1 at the bottom of which place three or four inches of decayed manure4 ,where the soil is poor it should be enriched with well decomposed manure and earth from the woods1 incorporating both well with the soil1 breaking it all fine4 ,this being done1 allow it to stand until the middle of next month1 which see for farther directions4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,tie up carefully all the ,chrysnthemums1 ,tuberoses1 c4 ,clear away the stems or haulm of any decayed annuals or herbaceous plants1 that nothing unsightly may appear4 ,be attentive to the collecting of all kinds of seeds4 ,rooms4 ,,september4 ,where there is a quantity of plants to be kept in these apartments1 they should be disposed to the best effect1 and at the same time in such a manner as will be most effectual to their preservation4 ,a stage of some description is certainly the best1 and1 of whatever shape or form1 it ought to be on castors1 that it may1 in severe nights of frost1 be drawn to the centre of the room4 ,the shape may be either concave1 a half circle1 or one square side4 ,the bottom step or table should be six inches apart1 keeping each successive step one inch farther apart1 to the desired height1 which may be about six feet4 ,allowing the first step to be about two feet from the floor1 there will be five or six steps1 which will hold about fifty pots of a common size4 ,a stage in the form of half a circle will hold more1 look the handsomest1 and be most convenient4 ,we have seen them circular1 and when filled appeared like a pyramid4 ,these do very well1 but they must be turned every day1 or the plants will not grow regularly4 ,with this attention it is decidedly the best4 ,green is the most suitable colour to paint them4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,the directions given for the ,green-house this month are equally applicable here4 ,the ,tasseled ,white ,chrysanthemum1 and a few other late blooming sorts1 are particularly adapted for rooms4 ,if there is no convenience to plunge the pots with ,dutch bulbs in the garden1 as described in the ,green-house of this month1 give them very little water until they begin to grow4 ,hot-,house4 ,,october4 ,very few directions remain to be given to the department of the ,hot-house4 ,the supplies of water for this and the two preceding months are1 according to the state and nature of tropical plants1 more limited than at any other period of the year4 ,this is the first month of what may be called their dormant state4 ,observe the herbaceous plants1 that they are1 as soon as their foliage decays1 set aside1 in case of being too liberally supplied with water4 ,airing is highly essential about this period1 that the plants may be gradually hardened2 but guard against injuring them4 ,the temperature should not be under fifty degrees2 when the days are cool1 and the wind chilling1 airing is not necessary2 and when air is admitted1 always close up early in the afternoon1 whilst the atmosphere is warm1 to supersede the necessity of fire as long as possible4 ,if at any time you have recourse to it in this month1 use it with great caution4 ,examine all the shutters and fastenings1 and see that they are in good substantial order1 and where deficient repair them instantly1 that they may be in readiness4 ,remove all leaves1 and give syringings twice a week4 ,clear off1 sweep out1 and wash clean1 that every part may be in the neatest order4 ,green-,house4 ,,october4 ,,of ,,taking ,,in ,,and ,,arranging ,,the ,,plants4 ,as observed in the previous month1 let the housing of ,green-house plants now be attended to4 ,have all in before the eighth of the month1 except a few of the half hardy sorts1 which may stand until convenient4 ,begin by taking in all the tallest first1 such as ,oranges1 ,lemons1 ,myrtles1 ,oleanders1 c4 ,limes ought to be kept in the warmest part of the house1 otherwise they will throw their foliage4 ,in arrangement1 order is necessary to have a good effect2 and in small houses it ought to be neat and regular1 placing the tallest behind1 and according to their size graduating the others down to the lowest in front4 ,dispose the different sorts in varied order over the house1 making the contrast as striking as possible4 ,having the surface of the whole as even as practicable1 with a few of the most conspicuous for shape and beauty protruding above the mass1 which will much improve the general appearance1 and greatly add to the effect4 ,all succulents should be put together4 ,they will do in a dark part of the house1 where other plants would not grow1 studying to have the most tender kinds in the warmest part1 and giving gentle waterings every three or four weeks4 ,when all are arranged1 give them a proper syringing1 after which wipe clean all the stages1 benches1 c4 sweeping out all litter1 and wash clean the pavement1 which will give to all a neat and becoming appearance4 ,let the waterings now be done in the mornings1 as often and in such quantities as will supply their respective wants1 examining the plants every day4 ,during the continuance of mild weather1 the circulation of air must be as free as possible1 opening the doors and front and top sashes regularly over the house4 ,but observe in frosty nights1 and wet1 cloudy weather1 to keep all close shut4 ,be attentive in clearing off decayed leaves and insects4 ,any plants of ,lagerstrmia1 ,sterclia1 ,hydrngea1 ,pomegranate1 and others equally hardy1 that are deciduous1 may be kept perfectly in a dry1 light1 airy cellar1 giving frequent admissions of air4 ,,of ,,repotting4 ,anemnes4 ,where ,a4 nemorsa flre plno and ,a4 thalictrides flre plno are kept in pots in the ,green-house1 they should be turned out of the old earth1 and planted in fresh soil4 ,they are both pretty1 low growing1 double white flowering plants1 and require a shaded situation4 ,the latter is now called ,thalctrum anemonodes4 ,dphne1 is a genus of diminutive shrubs1 mostly evergreens1 of great beauty and fragrance4 ,very few species of them are in our collections4 ,d4 odra1 frequently called ,d4 ndica1 is an esteemed plant for the delightful odour of its flowers1 and valuable for the period of its flowering1 being from ,december to ,march1 according to the situation2 leaves scattered1 oblong1 lanceolate1 smooth2 flowers small1 white1 in many-flowered terminale heads4 ,d4 hybrida is a species in high estimation at present in ,europe1 but little known here1 being only in a few collections2 flowers rose-coloured1 in terminale heads1 and lateral bunches in great profusion1 and very similar to the former in habit and shape of flower2 blooms from ,january to ,may1 and is of a peculiar fragrance4 ,d4 oleodes is what may be termed ever-blooming2 flowers of a lilac colour2 leaves elliptic1 lanceolate1 smooth4 ,d4 laurola1 ,spurge laurel2 ,d4 pntica1 ,d4 alpna1 and ,d4 ,cnerum1 are all fine species1 and in ,europe are esteemed ornaments in the shrubbery1 but we are not certain if they will prove hardy in our vicinity4 ,prmula4 ,there are a few fine species and varieties in this genus1 adapted either for the ,green-house or ,rooms4 ,all the species and varieties will keep perfectly well in a frame1 except the ,china sorts4 ,having previously observed a few of the other species and varieties1 we will observe the treatment of these4 ,p4 sinnsis1 now prnitens1 known commonly as ,china ,primrose2 flowers pink1 and in large proliferous umbels1 flowering almost through the whole year1 but most profusely from ,january to ,may4 ,keep them in the shade1 and be careful that they are not over-watered during summer4 ,as the stems of the plant become naked1 at this repotting a few inches should be taken off the bottom of the ball1 and placing them in a larger pot will allow the stems to be covered up to the leaves4 ,p4 p4 albiflra1 colour pure white and beautiful4 ,p4 p4 dentiflra4 ,there is also a white variety of this1 both similar to the two former1 only the flower indented4 ,all these require the same treatment4 ,as they only live a few years1 many individuals1 to propagate them1 divide the stems1 which in most cases will utterly destroy them4 ,the best1 and we may say the only method to increase them1 is from seed1 which they produce in abundance every year4 ,ponia1 is a magnificent genus4 ,there are four varieties of them1 half hardy and half shrubby4 ,they will bear the winter if well protected1 but are better in the ,green-house4 ,these are ,p4 moutn1 ,tree ,pony2 the flower is about four inches in diameter1 of a blush colour1 and semi-double2 ,p4 ,m4 ,bnksii is the common ,tree ,pony1 and called in our collection ,p4 ,moutn2 it has a very large double blush flower1 and is much admired4 ,p4 ,m4 papavercea is a most magnificent variety2 has large double white flowers1 with pink centres2 ,p4 ,m4 rsea is a splendid rose-coloured double variety1 and is scarce4 ,these plants ought not to be exposed to the sun while in flower1 as the colours become degenerated1 and premature decay follows4 ,if the ,dutch bulbs intended for flowering during winter are not potted1 have them all done as soon as possible1 according to directions given last month4 ,,camellias4 ,these plants ought to have a thorough examination1 and those that were omitted in repotting before they commenced growing1 may be done in the early part of this month2 but it is not adviseable1 except the roots are matted round the ball of earth1 which should be turned out entire4 ,examine all the pots1 stir up the surface of the earth1 and take it out to the roots1 supplying its place with fresh soil4 ,destroy any worms that may be in the pots1 as they are very destructive to the fibres4 ,look over the foliage and with a sponge and water clear it of all dust1 c4 ,frequently the buds are too crowded on these plants1 especially the ,double white and ,variegated4 ,in such case pick off the weakest1 and where there are two together1 be careful in cutting1 so that the remaining bud may not be injured4 ,this is the best period of the year to make selections of these1 as they now can be transported hundreds of miles without any material injury1 if they are judiciously packed in close boxes4 ,in making a choice of these1 keep in view to have distinctly marked varieties1 including a few of those that are esteemed as stocks for producing new kinds1 which are undoubtedly indispensable2 and will reward the cultivator in a few years with new sorts4 ,besides1 it will afford unbounded gratification to behold any of these universally admired ornaments of the ,green-house improving by our assistance and under our immediate observation4 ,there is nothing to prevent any individual from producing splendid varieties in a few years4 ,mr4 ,hogg correctly observes1 ,it is very probable in a few years we shall have as great a variety of ,camellias1 as there are of ,tulips1 ,hyacinths1 ,carnations1 ,auriculas1 c4 ,it has been often said that these plants are difficult of cultivation4 ,this is unfounded1 indeed they are the reverse if put in a soil congenial to their nature4 ,when highly manured soils are given1 which are poisonous to the plants1 sickness or death will inevitably ensue2 but this cannot be attributed to the delicacy of their nature4 ,we can unhesitatingly say there is no ,green-house plant more hardy or easier of cultivation1 and they are equally so in the parlour1 if not kept confined in a room where there is a continuance of drying fire heat1 their constitution not agreeing with an arid atmosphere4 ,flower-,garden4 ,,october4 ,,of ,,planting ,,various ,,bulbous ,,flower ,,roots4 ,from the middle of ,october to the beginning of ,november is the best period for a general planting of ,dutch bulbs4 ,crcuses are the earliest in flower1 and may be planted about six inches off the edgings1 about four inches apart and two deep1 or in beds four feet wide2 the varieties selected and planted across the bed in rows of distinct colours1 they flowering so early1 and in that manner have a grand effect4 ,there are above sixty varieties to be had4 ,hyacinths4 ,the ground that was prepared for these last month1 should be all divided into beds four feet wide1 leaving between each alleys of twenty inches4 ,skim off three inches of the surface of the former into the latter1 level the bed smoothly with the rake1 and mark it off in rows eight inches apart4 ,plant the roots in the row eight inches asunder4 ,thus they will be squares of eight inches1 and by planting the different colours alternately the bed will be beautifully diversified4 ,press each root gently down with the hand1 that in covering up they may not be displaced4 ,put about four inches of earth over the crowns1 which will make the beds from two to three inches higher than the alleys4 ,the beds before and after planting should be gently rounded from the middle to each side to let the rain pass off4 ,finish all by raking evenly1 straighten the edgings with the line1 and clear out the alleys or pathways4 ,tulips like a lighter and richer earth than ,hyacinths4 ,prepare the beds in the same manner1 and so as the roots will stand nine inches apart each way2 cover them five inches deep1 as the new bulbs are produced above the old4 ,if it is intended to screen either of these while in flower1 the beds should be made wider4 ,where two beds are to be shaded under one awning1 make the alleys alternately two or three feet wide2 the one two feet wide to be under the awning4 ,polyanthus and ,italian ,narcissus1 may be planted in every respect as ,hyacinths1 only they require a lighter and richer soil4 ,jonquils4 ,plant these in the same soil as ,tulips1 six inches apart1 and cover three inches deep4 ,they do not flower so well the first year as in the second and third1 therefore should only be lifted every third year4 ,anemones and ,ranunculuses4 ,these roots like a fresh rich1 well pulverized1 loamy soil4 ,in light sandy soils they will languish in early droughts1 and sometimes do not show their flowers fully4 ,cow manure is the best to use for enriching the soil4 ,the whole should be well mixed and incorporated to the depth of eighteen or twenty inches4 ,the roots may be planted in four-foot beds1 or in such a manner as a low frame of boards can be placed over them1 when the winter sets in very severe4 ,if intended to be shaded while in flower1 leave a sufficiency of space in the alleys as directed for ,tulips and ,hyacinths4 ,do not raise the beds above one inch higher than the alleys1 and form the surface level1 in order to detain rather than throw off moisture4 ,then draw drills exactly two inches deep and six inches apart across the bed4 ,in these place the roots1 claws down1 about four inches distant from each other4 ,the roots of the ,anemones are flat1 and the side on which there are small protuberances1 is that from which the stems proceed4 ,press each root a little down with the hand1 and cover all carefully so as not to displace them4 ,smooth the surface with the rake1 leaving the bed quite level4 ,many other bulbous flowers might be added to the above2 but as their culture is so similar1 it would be superfluous to say more of them4 ,they should be allowed space and depth according to the size of the bulb2 a covering of two inches for the smallest1 and five for the largest1 will generally answer1 and the intermediate roots in proportion4 ,we will enumerate a few of the different kinds1 ,starch and ,musk ,hyacinths2 of ,narcissus1 the ,paper1 ,grand ,monarque1 and ,nodding1 with the two previously mentioned1 are the most profuse in flower4 ,some of them will have above twelve flowers on one stem4 ,of ,lilies1 all the varieties of ,mrtagon1 ,tigrnum and ,chalcednicum1 with our native species and varieties4 ,of ,iris1 ,lusitnica1 two varieties1 yellow and blue2 ,xiphiodes1 or ,ziphiodes2 and ,prsica1 are the finest of the bulbous sorts4 ,snow-drop with several other minor bulbs4 ,all of these flowering bulbs may be advantageously planted in patches through the garden by taking out about one square foot of earth4 ,break it well1 and if poor enrich it4 ,plant four bulbs in each of the same colour1 and the clumps that are contiguous to contain different colours4 ,,planting ,,and ,,transplanting4 ,this is a very proper period to plant the beautiful and early flowering ,pyrus japnica1 now called ,cydnia japnica4 ,the blossoms are of a rich scarlet colour4 ,it is the earliest flowering shrub of the garden1 and deciduous1 though said by some to be an evergreen4 ,the plant is bushy1 and well adapted for single plants in grass plats1 or forming low ornamental hedges4 ,there is likewise ,c4 j4 lba1 a fine white variety of the same habit1 and both are of the hardiest nature--also for the various species of ,anemnes and all the herbaceous ,ponias4 ,of the latter there are above nineteen species and twenty-two varieties1 a few of which are particularly esteemed1 and exceedingly handsome4 ,p4 dulis whitlji is a splendid large double ,p dulis white2 ,p4 ,hmei is a beautiful large double dark blush2 ,p4 dulis frgrans is a fine large double scarlet1 rose-scented variety4 ,these three plants ought to be in every garden4 ,the flowers are full in the centre1 and frequently above six inches in diameter2 ,p4 lba chinnsis is said to be the largest and finest of the herbaceous sorts2 colour pure white1 with pink at the bottom of the petals--it is a scarce variety2 ,p4 paradxa fimbtria1 fringed double red1 and esteemed2 ,p4 officinlis rbra is the common double red4 ,there are several other very fine single species and varieties1 the flowers of which are principally red or blush1 but none so magnificent as the above mentioned4 ,this is perhaps a more favourable period to plant ,dodectheon than ,march2 for its character see that month of this department4 ,asclpias tubersa should now be planted4 ,double ,primroses1 ,polyanthus1 ,daisies1 c4 ,any of these that were planted in shaded situations in spring1 and have been preserved through the summer1 should have for their farther protection a bed well sheltered from the north west1 in which they should be planted four inches apart4 ,give them a few sprinklings of water in the morning1 and have a temporary frame of rough boards put together to place over them during the severity of winter4 ,the frame may be covered with the same in place of glass1 which must be kept over them while they are in a frozen state4 ,any other plants that are in the ground1 which are intended to be protected with frames through the winter1 ought to be immediately lifted and potted2 and treated as directed for all new potted plants4 ,,grass ,,and ,,gravel ,,walks4 ,the former should be trimly cut and well rolled this month1 that they may appear neat all winter4 ,never allow decayed leaves to lay any time upon them1 as they are apt to rot out the grass4 ,the latter should be divested of every weed1 and receive a firm rolling4 ,clear them at all times of leaves and other litter4 ,these1 if on a declivity1 and have not a firm substantial bottom1 will be subject to be cut up with every heavy rain4 ,a break should be put in every twenty1 forty1 or eighty feet1 to throw off the water4 ,a strong plank will answer perfectly well1 but in such situations we would prefer grass-walks4 ,,planting ,,evergreens4 ,this month is the best period in autumn to plant these shrubs1 and where there is a great extent to be planted it would be advisable to do a part of it now2 but we give the preference to ,april1 which see for directions4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,when the plantings of bulbs1 c4 are finished1 every part of the garden should have a thorough cleaning4 ,all annual flowers will have passed the season of their beauty2 therefore1 remove the decayed flower stems or haulm1 and trim off the borders4 ,dig all vacant ground1 especially that intended to be planted with shrubs in the ensuing spring1 which ought to be dug from one to two feet deep4 ,roses delight in a deep light soil4 ,rooms4 ,,october4 ,have a stage or stages1 as described last month1 in the situations where they are intended to remain all winter2 place the plants on them from the first to the eighth of this month1 beginning with the tallest on the top1 graduating to the bottom4 ,it is desirable to place flats or saucers under each1 to prevent the water from falling to the floor1 and the water should be emptied from the flats of all except those of ,clla and ,hydrngea4 ,the latter while dormant should be kept only a little moist4 ,previous to taking in the plants1 they should be divested of every decayed leaf1 insects1 and all contracted dust1 having their shoots neatly tied up1 and every one in correct order4 ,every leaf of the ,camllias ought to be sponged1 and the plants placed in a cool airy exposure1 shaded from the direct rays of the sun4 ,if the flower buds are too crowded1 picking off the weakest will preserve the remainder in greater perfection1 and prevent them in part from falling off4 ,do not on any occasion keep them in a room where there is much fire heat1 as the flower buds will not expand in an arid atmosphere4 ,see ,green-house this month more largely on this subject4 ,,of ,,bulbous ,,roots4 ,those that are intended to flower in glasses1 should be placed therein this month and kept in a cool room4 ,after the fibres begin to push a few shoots1 the glasses may be taken to the warmest apartments to cause them to flower early4 ,bring a few from the coldest to the warmest every two weeks1 and thus a succession of bloom may be kept up from ,january to ,march4 ,where the roots intended for pots are still out of the ground1 the sooner they are planted the better4 7,see last month for directions47 ,cape ,bulbs4 ,all that are unplanted and offering to grow1 should be put in pots forthwith4 ,ample directions are given for the planting of these in the two preceding months4 ,repot ,rbus rosflius1 or ,bramble-rose4 ,they should have pots one size larger than those they are now in4 ,to make them flower profusely1 when done blooming in ,may1 divide them and put only a few stems in one pot1 and repot them in this month1 as above directed4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,any herbaceous plants in the collection ought to be set aside1 and the water in part withheld4 ,when the stems and foliage are decayed1 the plants may be put in a cool cellar1 where they will not be in danger of frost1 and be permitted to remain there until they begin to grow2 then bring them to the light1 and treat as directed for these kinds of plants4 ,deciduous plants may be treated in a similar manner4 ,hot-,house4 ,,november4 ,the essential points to be attended to in the ,hot-house during this month1 are fire1 air1 and water4 ,the former must be applied according to the weather1 observing not to allow the temperature to be under fifty degrees1 and it ought not to continue long at that degree2 fifty-two degrees being preferable4 ,the shutters should be on every night when there is any appearance of frost1 and taken off early in the morning4 ,admit air in small portions every day that the sun has any effect1 and the atmosphere mild1 observing that the temperature of the house be above sixty degrees previous to admission4 ,shut all close early in the afternoon or when any sudden changes occur4 ,,of ,a ,,cistern ,,and ,,water4 ,in watering it is important to have the water of the same temperature in this department as the roots of the plants4 ,to have this there are two kinds of cisterns1 or tanks1 that might be adopted2 one may be sunk in the house under ground1 either closely plastered1 or lined with lead1 and neatly covered up1 having a small perpendicular pump therein1 or placed so that the water could be lifted by hand4 ,the other might1 where convenience will admit1 be placed over the furnace1 either in the back shed1 or inside of the house1 and the water could be drawn off this by a stop-cock4 ,these can be supplied in part with rain water by having spouts round the house to lead into the cisterns1 supplying any deficiency from the pump4 ,thus water of a congenial temperature may always be at hand1 which is of great importance to the healthful constitution of the plants4 ,the water must now be given in moderate portions1 examining the plants every day4 ,be careful in watering bulbs1 as the smallest supply is sufficient for them at present4 ,succulents will require a little every two weeks1 except they are over the flues1 when they may have some every week4 ,constantly clear off all decayed leaves1 and carry them out of the house1 which sweep and wash clean1 and keep all in the neatest order4 ,green-,house4 ,,november4 ,,of ,,air ,,and ,,water4 ,airing the house should be strictly attended to4 ,every day that there is no frost it may be admitted largely1 and in time of slight frosts in smaller portions1 never keeping it altogether close when the sun has any effect on the interior temperature of the house1 which should not be allowed to be higher than fifty degrees4 ,water must be given in a very sparing manner4 ,none of the plants are in an active state of vegetation1 consequently it will be found that looking over them twice a week and supplying their wants will be sufficient4 ,succulents will need a little once in three weeks or a month4 ,give very moderate supplies to the ,amaryllis that are dormant1 and keep all of these bulbs in the warmest part of the house4 ,,of ,,tender ,,bulbs4 ,where there are tropical bulbs in the collection1 and there is not the convenience of a ,hot-house2 they may be very well preserved by shaking them clear of the soil4 ,dry them properly1 and place them in a box of very dry sand1 or moss1 which also must be perfectly dry1 and put them in a situation where they will be clear of frost1 and free from damp4 ,these can be potted about the first of ,april4 ,give no water till they begin to grow1 then plant them in the garden about the middle of ,may1 when they will flower during the summer season1 if their age will permit4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,if there are any of the half hardy plants exposed1 have them taken into the house1 or under the requisite protection1 in frames1 pits1 cellars1 c4 ,the autumn flowering ,cape bulbs should be placed near the glass1 and free from the shade of other plants4 ,cleanliness through the whole house and amongst the plants ought at all times to be attended to4 ,flower-,garden4 ,,november4 ,wherever there are any ,holland bulbs remaining unplanted1 have them put in as soon as possible1 lest frost should set in4 ,it is not advisable to keep them later out of the ground than the beginning of this month4 ,,protection ,,of ,,choice ,,bulbs4 ,on the appearance of the severity of winter1 the finer sorts of these should have a simple protection1 not because they will not do without such care1 but to prevent the alternate thawing and freezing of the embryo of the bulb4 ,to give them a covering three inches deep of any of the following substances1 will do perfectly well1--saw-dust not resinous1 old tan bark1 half decayed leaves1 or very rotten manure4 ,the last is preferable1 as it would in part enrich the soil4 ,anemnes and ,ranunculus ought to be protected by a frame2 the foliage being above ground1 none of the above will answer4 ,it is not necessary that the frame should be covered with glass1 close boards will answer perfectly1 which must not be over them except during frost4 ,,tuberoses1 ,,dahlias1 ,,tigridias1 ,,and ,,amaryllis4 ,these tubers and bulbs1 as soon as the frost has partly injured the foliage1 should be taken up1 and dried thoroughly1 either in the sun or a room where there is fire heat1 taking care at all times to keep them clear from frost4 ,when they are dry1 divest them of their foliage and fibres4 ,when perfectly dry1 pack them in boxes with dry sand1 or moss4 ,store these away for the winter1 either in a warm room or a dry cellar1 where they will at all times be exempt from frost1 the least touch of which would destroy them4 ,we have kept them completely secure in the cellar4 ,,erythrinas4 ,where there are any plants of ,e4 herbcea1 ,e4 lauriflia1 or ,e4 crsta-glla1 which are intended to be lifted1 they should be carefully done and preserved in half dry earth1 and kept beside the ,dhlias4 ,we are not sure of the former agreeing with this treatment1 but certain of the others1 which are magnificent ornaments in the ,flower-garden4 ,,primroses1 ,,polyanthus1 ,,and ,,daisies1 ,that were planted in a sheltered spot1 as directed last month1 should have a frame placed over them1 and their covering in readiness for the approach of winter2 giving the plants a light covering of leaves1 which will preserve their foliage from the effects of frost4 ,,choice ,,carnations1 ,,pinks1 ,,and ,,auriculas1 ,that are in pots1 should be placed in the frame intended for their abode during winter4 ,if the pots are plunged to the rims in tan1 half decayed leaves1 or saw dust1 it will greatly protect their roots from the severe effects of frost4 ,where glass is used for these frames1 they should have besides a covering of boards1 or straw mats2 those that are in beds may be covered as above directed for ,primroses1 c4 ,they ought not to be uncovered while in a frozen state4 ,it is not altogether the intensity of cold that destroys these plants so much as the alternate thawing and freezing4 ,all half hardy plants1 such as ,wall-flower1 ,german stocks1 ,sweet-bay1 tender roses1 with several others1 should be protected as above directed for ,carnations4 ,earth or tan should be put round the outside of these frames1 which will be a partial shelter from the changing state of the atmosphere4 ,oak leaves answer the purpose very well1 but they are a harbour for all kinds of vermin1 especially rats and mice1 which would destroy every thing4 ,it may be useful to say a few words on the nature of tan or tanner's bark4 ,many suppose that the smallest quantity will produce heat1 ,if three or four cart loads of it are put into one heap1 and protected from the rain1 it will ferment2 and when the first fermentation is abated1 by mixing it with leaves1 a substantial hot-bed may be made4 ,or put it by itself into a pit1 and where there is no pit1 boards may be substituted to keep it together2 either of these methods will produce a lasting heat4 ,but in small quantities and exposed to rain1 c4 no heat will be produced1 but rather the contrary4 ,it is excellent when dry in keeping out frost from any plants1 being a body not easily penetrated1 similar to dry sand1 saw-dust1 or dry leaves4 ,frequently the same opinion is held in regard to stable manure1 small portions of which will never produce heat4 ,,of ,,protecting ,,plants ,,in ,,the ,,garden4 ,during this or next month1 according to the state of the season1 protect all the plants that are in the ground1 which are not completely hardy4 ,to avoid repetition1 these will be designated in the general list4 ,the coverings may be straw1 ,russia mats1 canvass1 boxes or barrels4 ,the two latter must be perforated in the top1 to let the damp air pass off1 or the plant would become musty1 or finally mortify4 ,those covered with straw or mats should have small stakes placed round the plants1 and covering tied thereto1 and remain so until the month of ,march or first of ,april4 ,herbaceous plants that are tender1 may be covered with three or four inches of tan1 saw-dust1 or half decayed leaves1 which will tend greatly to preserve their roots4 ,these coverings must be carefully removed on the first opening of spring4 ,the shrubs that are otherwise covered would be greatly benefited by having their roots protected in a similar manner as directed for herbaceous plants4 ,,protection ,,of ,,seedling ,,bulbs4 ,if any seeds of ,hyacinths1 ,tulips1 ,fritillria1 were sown in pots or boxes1 let them be removed to a dry sheltered situation1 and plunged level with the ground2 or fill the spaces between them with dry leaves or tanner's bark1 and cover the whole with new fallen leaves1 laying over all a few boards to prevent the wind blowing them off4 ,these form better coverings than straw or haulm1 which is liable to become musty1 and communicate the effect to the roots4 ,the above covering is not required until the approach of severe frost4 ,,of ,,planting ,,deciduous ,,trees ,,and ,,shrubs4 ,it is not recommendable to make a general planting of these at this period of the year2 the success entirely depending on the nature of the season and the state of the soil4 ,if any are planted1 let them be those of the hardiest nature1 and in light and absorbent soil1 not subject to be stagnated or over-flooded during winter4 ,when this and next month are mild1 autumn plantings are frequently as sure as those of the spring4 ,but the precarious state of the seasons is not to be depended upon1 therefore avoid largo plantings of any kind1 and more especially of delicate roses1 the roots of which are apt to rot off except they have been previously grown in pots4 ,nothing can be more injurious to a plant at this season particularly1 than to bed its roots in mortar1 by which the tender fibres either perish or are cramped ever afterwards4 ,the soil at time of planting should be so friable as not to adhere to the spade1 which is a good rule in planting at any season1 or in any soil4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,carry out of the garden all decayed leaves and litter of every description1 cutting down any weeds that remain4 ,collect all the stakes and rods that have been supporting plants2 tie them up in bundles for the use of next year1 and put them under cover4 ,look over every part of the garden1 and see that nothing has been omitted in the way of covering or other protection4 ,the sashes that are to be used on the frames should be perfectly whole1 every interstice in the glass puttied1 and all ready for use when occasion may require4 ,attend to all plants in pots1 and give them gentle waterings as they stand in need2 but never during the time the soil is frozen about their roots4 ,rooms4 ,,november4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,the remarks and instructions that are given last month for these apartments will equally answer here4 ,where the ,dutch bulbs were omitted to be placed in glasses1 they ought not to be longer delayed4 ,a few pots of those that were planted in ,september may be placed in a warmer situation4 ,if they were plunged in the ground1 the roots will be strongly fibred1 and will produce large flowers1 providing the bulbs are of a good sort4 ,oxlis4 ,the autumn flowering species will now be in bloom1 and must be kept in the sun to make them expand freely4 ,the neglect of this is the principal reason that these plants do not flower perfectly in ,rooms4 ,camllias4 ,these plants1 where there is a collection1 flower from this period to ,april2 and the general desire to be fully acquainted with the method of their culture has induced us to be liberal in our observations on every point and period through the various stages of their growth and flowering4 ,we will here only remind the enquirer1 that a pure air1 a damp atmosphere1 and giving the plants frequent sprinklings1 are the present necessities1 which only are conducive to their perfection4 ,attend to the turning of ,geraniums and other rapid growing plants1 that all sides of them may have an equal share of light4 ,hot-,house4 ,,december4 ,the uncertainty of the weather in this month requires the operator to be constantly on guard1 to ward off danger1 either from frost1 snow1 or cutting winds4 ,the temperature observed last month must be continued1 but not exceeded1 which would cause premature vegetation1 of which the result and effects have already been frequently observed4 ,always kindle the fires in time1 to prevent the heat from being lower than what has been mentioned1 lest a severe frost should take1 as then a considerable lapse ensues before the fire has any effect1 and if the wind blows high1 the result might be injurious1 unless the house be very close4 ,,of ,,shutters4 ,the benefit of these in severe weather is of material service1 for the preservation of an even temperature in the house during the night1 when changes are not observed1 but they ought never to remain on through the day when the fire can be properly attended to4 ,if the front and the lowest sash of the roof are covered with these1 it is generally sufficient4 ,they should be made of half inch boards1 closely grooved together1 having a cross bar in the centre1 and one at each end with one at each side1 which will make them substantial4 ,if they are frequently painted with care1 they will last many years4 ,no snow ought to be allowed to lay on these while they are on the glass1 for reasons that we have assigned4 ,see ,january and ,february4 ,some adopt double panes of glass to supersede the use of shutters1 which1 they think are attended with considerable labour1 7at the most only ten minutes a day while in use47 ,the sash frame is made a little deeper1 so as to allow half an inch between the panes of glass4 ,the one is glazed from the out and the other from the inside4 ,it appears to answer the purpose tolerably well1 but the glass must be both fine and even in the surface1 lest a lens should be produced1 and cause a focus1 which would evidently hurt some part of the plants4 ,we are almost confident that we have seen this effect in some instances4 ,there must be a small hole about an eighth of an inch in both ends of each row of glass to allow a current to dry up the moisture that may arise4 ,,of ,,placing ,,bulbs1 c4 ,,in ,,the ,,hot-,,house4 ,if any ,hyacinths or other ,dutch roots are wanted to flower early1 a few of them may be put in the ,hot-house near the front glass1 which will greatly tend to forward their time of flowering4 ,by having some brought in every two weeks1 a continued succession of bloom will be kept up4 ,calceolrias4 ,two or three plants of the fine blooming kinds may be placed in this department1 towards the end of the month4 ,divide the roots as soon as they begin to grow1 leaving only one stem to each root1 which put in a four inch pot1 enlarging it as soon as the roots extend to the outside of the ball1 that by the month of ,may they may be in seven or eight inch pots1 in which they will flower superbly4 ,give ,alstroemerias the same treatment4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,if there is a tan bed in the house1 and it was renewed in ,september1 the pots should now be plunged therein4 ,the violent heat will partly be over1 and the plants are not so liable to suffer at root in this as last month4 ,it will in part prevent the plants from being affected by sudden changes of temperature4 ,be attentive in keeping all insects completely under4 ,this is the period that these are most neglected1 but by attending to the modes of their destruction1 as already given1 no species of them will either be hurtful or unsightly4 ,syringe the plants about twice a week1 and always remember that decayed leaves or litter of any description do not beautify healthy plants1 neither do they form a part of a well kept ,hot-house4 ,green-,house4 ,,december4 ,the weather may probably be now severe1 and it is at all times advisable to keep the temperature as steady and regular as possible4 ,the thermometer should be kept in the centre of the house1 and free from the effects of reflection4 ,as noticed last month1 sun heat may be as high as #ej in the house1 and would not be hurtful1 but it should not continue so for any considerable time without admission of air4 ,the fire heat should not exceed #dc1 and never be below #cc4 ,it ought not to continue at that point--#cf is the lowest for a continuation that with safety can be practised4 ,so that no error may occur1 the temperature ought to be known in the coolest and warmest part of the house1 and the variation remembered4 ,then whatever part of the house the thermometer is placed1 a true calculation of the heat of the whole interior can be made4 ,we would recommend to the inexperienced to keep the thermometer in the coldest part of the house4 ,a ,green-house compactly and closely built1 and the glass all covered with shutters1 7which no house ought to be constructed without17 will seldom require artificial heat2 but by being long kept close1 the damp will increase4 ,in such case give a little fire heat1 and admit air to purify the house4 ,in fresh mild weather1 give liberal portions of air all over the house2 and though there is a little frost1 while mild1 and the sun shining1 the plants will be benefited by a small portion of air for the space of an hour1 or even for half of that time4 ,whatever state the weather may be through the winter1 never keep the house long shut up4 ,thirty-six hours1 or at most sixty1 should be the longest time at once2 rather give a little fire heat4 ,we are no advocates for keeping plants long in darkness1 and never think that our plants are receiving justice1 if kept longer in darkness than two nights and one day4 ,respecting watering and other necessary operations1 see next month particularly4 ,,bulbous ,,roots4 ,those that were plunged in the garden1 if not lifted and brought under cover1 should now be done without delay4 ,clean the pots1 and stir up the surface of the soil4 ,hyacinths grow neatest by being kept very close to the top glass2 the flower stems are thereby stronger and shorter4 ,water moderately until they begin to grow freely4 ,flower ,garden4 ,,december4 ,,general ,,observations4 ,having in the preceding month1 under this head1 given details for the protection of plants of a delicate nature1 and the forwarding of necessary work1 only a few remarks remain to be added4 ,if there is any part therein described omitted1 have it done forthwith2 every day increases the danger of the effects of frost4 ,if there is a doubt of any plants not standing without protection which are generally considered perfectly hardy1 such as ,champney1 ,grevillii1 ,noisette1 and similar roses1 tie straw or mats three or four feet up the stems of such1 which will prevent all risk4,j ,for valuable plants that are on walls1 and in danger of being entirely destroyed1 it is advisable to be at the expense of having a frame made to answer them1 and cover the same with oil-cloth4 ,the frame thus covered could be taken off in mild weather1 and replaced again when necessary1 causing very little trouble2 and if properly taken care of1 would last many years4 ,coverings of any construction and of the same material would answer for any part of the garden1 and are the best in our opinion that could be adopted4 ,j ,in the winter of #ahca-ahcb1 some of these roses were cut to the ground1 where strong plants of ,lagerstroemia ndica received not the smallest injury4 ,rooms4 ,,december4 ,as the trying season is now approaching for all plants that are kept in rooms1 especially those that are desired to have a flourishing aspect through the winter1 a few general instructions 7although they may have been previously advanced7 will perhaps be desirable to all those who are engaged in this interesting occupation1 which forms a luxury through the retired hours of a winter season1 and with very little attention many are the beauties of vegetative nature that will be developed to the gratification of every reflecting mind4 ,the following is a routine of every day culture4 ,do not at any time admit air 7except for a few moments7 while the thermometer is below #cb exposed in the shade4 ,in time of very severe frosts the plants ought to be withdrawn from the window to the centre of the room during night4 ,never give water until the soil in the pots is inclining to become dry1 except for ,hyacinths and other ,dutch bulbs that are in a growing state1 which must be liberally supplied4 ,destroy all insects as soon as they appear2 for means of destruction see next month4 ,give a little air every favourable opportunity1 7that is1 when the thermometer is above #cc exposed in the shade17 by putting up the window one1 two or three inches1 according to the state of the weather4 ,clean the foliage with sponge and water frequently to remove all dust1 c4 ,the water thus used must not exceed #if or blood-heat1 but #fj is preferable4 ,turn the plants frequently to prevent them growing to one side4 ,roses of the daily sort may be obtained early by having them in a warm room1 that has a south window1 and as soon as they begin to grow1 admit air in small portions about noon every day that the sun has any effect4 ,such must be well supplied with water4 ,camllias1 when in bud and flower1 should never be allowed to become the least dry1 neither confined from fresh air4 ,the effects would be that the buds would become stinted1 dry1 and drop off4 ,therefore1 to have these in perfection1 attend strictly to watering4 ,give frequent airings1 and wash the leaves once in two weeks with water4 ,never keep them above one day in a room1 where there is a strong coal fire1 and not above two days where wood is used as fuel4 ,the most of ,camllias will bear #c of frost without the smallest injury1 so that they are easier kept than ,geraniums1 except when they are in bloom4 ,in that state frost will destroy the flowers4 ,the air of a close cellar is destruction to the buds4 ,bulbs in glasses must be supplied with fresh water once a week1 in which period they will inhale all the nutritive gas that they derive from that element1 if they are in a growing state4 ,,on ,,the ,,construction ,,of ,a ,,hot-,,house4 ,there have been many plans devised and visionary projects offered to the public as the best for a well regulated ,hot-house4 ,as we intend forming one for practical purposes1 we shall adopt a convenient size1 have flues for the conveyance of heat1 and coal or wood for fuel4 ,site and ,aspect4--,the house should stand on a situation naturally dry1 and if possible sheltered from the north west1 and clear from all shade on the south1 east and west1 so that the sun may at all times act effectually upon the house4 ,the standard principle as to aspect is to set the front directly to the south4 ,any deviation from that point should incline to east4 ,dimensions4--,the length may be from ten feet upwards2 but if beyond thirty feet1 the number of fires and flues are multiplied4 ,the medium width is from twelve to sixteen feet4 ,our directions will apply to the two extreme points1 viz4 thirty feet by sixteen1 and in height at back from twelve to eighteen feet2 the height in front six feet1 including about three feet in brick basement to support the front glass1 which will be two and a half feet1 allowing six inches for frame work4 ,furnace and ,flues4--,it is of great importance to have these erected in such a manner as will effectually heat the house4 ,the greatest difficulty is to have the furnace to draw well4 ,as workmen are not generally conversant on the subject1 nor yet understand the effect or distribution of heat in these departments1 we will give minute details on their construction4 ,the furnace should be outside of the house1 either at back or end2 the former is preferable1 circumstances not always allowing it on the other plan4 ,dig out the furnace hole1 or what is termed stock hole1 about five feet deep4 ,let the door of the furnace be in the back wall of the house1 thereby having all the heated building inside1 that no heat may be lost4 ,the brick work round the furnace should be from fifteen to eighteen inches thick1 laying the inside with fire-brick4 ,the furnace will require to be two and a half feet long1 ten inches wide1 and one foot high1 before the spring of the arch and clear of the bars2 leave one foot for an ash pit1 then lay the bars4 ,they should be sixteen inches long1 one inch broad on the upper side1 two inches deep1 and two eighths broad on the lower side1 and with the door and frame should be cast iron4 ,half an inch between each bar will be sufficient4 ,the flue should rise from the furnace by a steep declivity of about two feet1 and pass the door of the house 7without a dip71 when it must be elevated above the level of the floor of the house along the front1 and at the opposite end of the house must dip to pass the door4 ,the dip must not be lower than the top of the furnace1 and should be of a concave form1 7avoiding acute angles47 ,lead it along the back to enter the wall over the furnace4 ,when thus taken round the house1 the heat will be expanded before it passes off1 ,the inside of the flues should be about six inches wide and eight inches deep2 plaster the bottom of it1 but no other part1 as plaster is partially a non-conductor4 ,the above description is for burning anthracite coal1 but where wood is to be the fuel1 the furnace and flues must be one half larger4 ,we have been particular in the description of furnace bars1 as those generally used are miserable substitutes4 ,circumstances may cause the furnace to be placed at the end or front of the house4 ,in either case the stock hole will not require to be so deep2 or where there is only one door in the house a stock hole three and a half feet deep will be enough1 which should be built like a cellar to keep out any under water4 ,in all instances pass the first flue to the front of the house1 over which have a close shelf eight inches clear1 covered with two inches of sand1 and by keeping it moist will afford a very congenial heat to young valuable plants4 ,likewise over the furnace have a frame in the same manner1 which will be found valuable4 ,any part of the furnace or flue that is under the floor of the house1 should have a vacuity on both sides to let the heat pass upward4 ,bark ,pit4--,we consider such an erection in the centre of a ,hot-house a nuisance1 and prefer a stage1 which may be constructed according to taste4 ,it should be made of the best ,carolina pine1 leaving a passage round the whole to cause a free circulation of air4 ,the back and end paths should be about two feet wide1 and the front three feet4 ,the angle of the stage should be parallel with the glass1 having the steps from six inches to one foot apart4 ,where there are some large plants1 they may stand on the floor behind the stage1 or on tressels1 according to their height4 ,angle of the glazed roof4--,the pitch of the roof is usually varied to agree with the design of the house1 and the size of the plants to be grown therein4 ,where pleasure and ornament are the principal objects1 the angle should be about #dc1 but a few degrees of inclination either way is of minor importance1 the height and elevation being regulated by the size of the plants intended to be cultivated4 ,it is not advisable to shingle any part of the roof on the south aspect4 ,materials for glazed frames4--,carolina pine is the best material for the wood work1 as it is not so subject to decay from moisture and heat as the other kinds of pine wood4 ,the frames or sashes can be of any convenient length1 not exceeding ten feet1 and about three and a half or four feet wide1 divided so as they can be glazed with glass six inches wide4 ,of glazing4 ,the pieces of glass should not exceed six inches by ten1 the lappings about one quarter of an inch4 ,the frames ought to have one coat of paint previous to glazing1 and all under the glass puttied4 ,some prefer the lappings to be puttied also4 ,it is our opinion that in a ,hot-house these should not be puttied1 but in the ,green-house the closer they can be made the better4 ,of ,shutters4--,these should be made of half inch white pine1 and bound on both ends and sides1 having a cross piece in the middle of the same4 ,they ought to be painted once in three years4 ,,on ,,the ,,construction ,,of ,a ,,green-,,house4 ,in many respects1 the construction of the ,green-house will be the same as the ,hot-house1 but might be made much more an ornamental object1 and could be erected contiguous to the mansion-house1 with large folding doors to open at pleasure1 and be connected with the drawing-room or parlour4 ,the extent may vary according to the collection to be cultivated4 ,it was formerly the practice to build these houses with glass only in front1 and even to introduce between the windows strong piers of brick or stone3 but this is now abolished1 and has given way to a light and ornamental style1 by which cheerfulness and the desired utility are better consulted4 ,there should be conveniences in the back part of the house1 that a free current of air may be obtained whenever desired1 which is an essential point4 ,two or three dark windows will answer the purpose well1 if made to open and shut at pleasure4 ,,on ,,laying ,,out ,a ,,flower-,,garden4 ,soil1 situation1 and ground--,plan4--,a soil of common good qualities1 moderately light and mellow1 will grow most of the hardy herbaceous flowers1 and the evergreen and deciduous ornamental shrubs4 ,the situation should not be so low as to be damp and wet1 or liable to be inundated1 neither so high as to be scorched or dried up by the sun4 ,the surface should be level or moderately sloping1 and if unequal1 parts of it may be transposed1 so as to make gentle inclinations4 ,in regard to form1 it may be of any shape1 and must be often adapted to local circumstances2 but if it is so circumscribed that the eye can at once embrace the whole1 it is desirable that it should be of some regular figure4 ,of ,fences4--,where domestic buildings do not serve as a boundary1 either paling or hedge-fence has to be resorted to3 we would prefer the former on the north or north-west side1 which is of great advantage as a screen from cutting winds4 ,for hedge-fences and their kinds1 see page #baj4 ,the exotic observed there is ,thja orientlis1 ,chinese ,arbor-vit4 ,the internal fences for shade or shelter to particular compartments1 or to afford a diversity of aspect1 may be made of ,sweetbriar1 hardy ,china roses1 ,pyrus1 red and white1 with a few others of a similar nature1 all of which must be attended to1 to have them in neat order4 ,style of dividing the ,ground4--,this may vary with the extent of the ground1 and the object of the cultivator4 ,the principal designs may be delineated1 but one to answer every view and situation1 we pretend not to give4 ,in the first place1 carry a boundary walk all round the garden1 on one or two sides of which it may be straight1 the others winding4 ,the intersecting walks should 7almost imperceptibly7 lead to a centre1 but not to cross at right angles1 or to have parallel lines1 as if divided or laid down by a mathematical scale1 which is too formal for the diversification of nature4 ,all walks through these pleasure departments should be winding and enlivening1 not continuing any length in one direction4,k ,the continuous view of a straight walk is dull and monotonous4 ,the divisions should be highest about the centre1 that whatever is planted therein may have effect2 and to make a ,flower-garden fully interesting1 and render it a source of natural information1 where free scope might at all times be afforded to employ the leisure hours in mental improvement1 there should be a good system of arrangement adopted4 ,k ,since writing the above we have seen the ,flower-garden of ,j4 ,b4 ,smith1 ,esq4 and consider it a beautiful specimen1 finely illustrating the taste of that gentleman4 ,the ,linnean system is the most easily acquired4 ,a small compartment laid out in beds might contain plants of all the twenty-four classes1 and a few of all the hardy orders1 which do not exceed one hundred4 ,or to have their natural characters more assimilated1 the ,jussieuean system could be carried into effect by laying down a grass plat1 to any extent above one quarter of an acre1 and cut therein small figures to contain the natural families1 which of hardy plants we do not suppose would exceed one hundred and fifty4 ,the difficulties of this arrangement are1 that many of the characters are imperfectly known even to the most scientific4 ,mr4 ,john ,lindley has given additional light on the subject by his last publication4 ,all the large divisions should be intersected by small allies1 or paths1 about one and a half or two feet wide4 ,these may be at right angles1 or parallel1 for convenience and order1 in making beds1 c4 for the various ,dutch roots and other flowers4 ,patches or plats of grass studded with shrubs1 deciduous and evergreen1 are indispensable1 and perhaps one or two grass walks4 ,of ,walks4--,these should have five or six inches of lime and brick rubbish1 or broken stone in the bottom1 covered with small pebbles1 and firmly rolled with a heavy roller1 over which lay two or three inches of fine gravel1 giving the whole a complete rolling4 ,walks made on this method will stand well1 and be always dry and firm4 ,with regard to breadth1 they must be made according to the extent of ground1 and vary from three to thirty feet2 from four to eight feet is generally adopted4 ,plants described or mentioned in this ,work4 ,linnan ,name4 ,english ,name4 ,,ac,,cia #fa1 #bai4 #a mllis1 downy4 glaucscens1 glaucescent4 verticilta1 whorl-leaved4 florabnda1 many-flowered4 diffsa1 spreading4 prostrta4 armta1 armed4 var4 pendla1 weeping4 vernicifla1 varnished4 decrrens1 decurrent4 pbescens1 hairy-stemmed4 leucolbia1 white-podded4 dealbta4 decpiens1 paradoxical4 fragrns1 scented4 pulchlla1 neat4 lophntha1 two-spiked4 ,mimsa legans4 myrtiflia1 myrtle-leaved4 ,catchu1 ,catechu4 vra1 true4 ,arbica1 ,arabian4 ,,annesl,,ia #bai4 #a ,houstni1 ,houston's4 ,accia ,houstni4 grandiflra1 large-flowered4 ,accia grandiflra4 ,,acmad,,nia #hf4 #f lvigata1 smooth4 pngens1 pungent4 tetragnia1 four-sided4 ,,agath,,sma #hf4 #f accuminta1 taper-pointed4 hbrida1 hybrid4 ,thunbergina1 ,thunberges4 imbricta1 imbricated4 prolfera1 proliferous4 ptula1 spreading4 pulchlla1 pretty4 cilita1 profuse-flowering4 ,,aden,,ndra #hf4 #f specisa1 large-flowered4 umbellta1 umbel-flowered4 lba1 white-flowered4 fragrns1 sweet-scented4 uniflra1 one-flowered4 ,,anem,,ne #acd4 ,wind-flower4 #ae palmta plno1 double-yellow4 stellta verscolor1 various4 pavonna plno1 scarlet4 narcissiflra1 narcissus-flowered4 ,hallri1 ,haller's4 alpne1 alpine4 nemorsa plno1 double-leaved4 thalictrides common-double4 ,,am,,mum #cf4 ,,atr,,gene #aif4 alpna1 alpine4 ,,picra #bfj4 ,,amar,,llis #bfj1 #bga1 #bgd4 #aa striatflia1 stripe-leaved4 ,jonsni1 ,johnson's4 regna1 ,mexican-lily4 vittta1 striped4 flgida1 fulged4 ulica1 crowned4 psittcina1 parrot4 ,cowbrgia1 ,cowberges'4 pulverulnta1 powdered4 ,griffni1 ,griffin's4 formsa1 large4 ,,antirrh,,num #acd1 ,snap-dragon4 mjus1 large4 mlle1 soft4 ,sculum1 ,sicilian4 ,,ascl,,pias #acd1 #cba1 ,silk-flower4 tubersa1 tuberous4 rbra1 red4 nvea1 white4 purpurscens1 purple-coloured4 incarnta1 fleshy-coloured4 ,,acon,,tum #acd1 ,wolfe's-bane4 specisum1 showy4 anthra1 wholesome4 nerbergensis1 ,syria4 am'num1 pretty4 napllus1 monk's-hood4 venstum1 beautiful4 zoctonum1 beast-bane4 pyramidle1 pyramidal4 lycctonum great-yellow4 albm1 white4 verscolor1 three-coloured4 ,,loe #bai1 #bga4 #aj vulgris1 common4 ,barbadnsis1 ,barbadoes4 oblqua1 oblique4 dichtoma1 smooth-stemmed4 lineta1 red-edged4 ,,ad,,nis #acd4 vernlis1 spring4 ,,arist,a #abe4 #e cynea1 blue4 ,,alstr,,oe,,meria #ah1 #eg1 #bbi1 #cci4 #aj fls-martna1 san-martin4 pelegrna1 spotted4 pulchlla1 pretty4 atro-purprea1 dark4 ,,agrost,,mma #adc4 fls-cucla1 ragged-robin4 ,lychns fls-cucla4 ,,arauc,,ria #bfa4 #ab exclsa1 ,norfork-,island-pine4 imbricta1 ,chile-pine4 ,,aph,,lexis #hh4 #e hmilis1 dwarf4 ,elichrsum spectbile4 ,,am,,rpha #de4 ,,ast,,lma #ic4 #h exmia1 beautiful4 spirlis1 spiral-leaved4 speciosssimus1 showy4 fruticns1 frutescent4 imbrictum1 imbricated4 ,,ang,,phora #ajg4 #f cordiflia1 heart-leaved4 hspida1 hispid4 ,,alo,,sia #abc4 #i citriodra1 lemon-scented4 ,verbna tripflla4 ,,ampel,,psis #aih4 hedercea1 ,virginian creeper4 ,cssus hedercea4 ,,aristol,,chia #bba4 ,birth-wort4 #i labisa1 lipped4 ,,astrap,a #bba4 #ab wallchii1 ,wallich's4 ,,ar,,ca #bba4 ,cabbage-tree4 #ab ctechu1 catechu4 olercea1 eatable4 montna1 mountain4 ,,ard,,sia #bbj4 #aj crenulta1 crenulate4 solancea1 night-shade-leaved4 legans1 elegant4 umbellta1 umbel-flowered4 littorlis4 ,,agatha,a #hb4 #ab clstus1 blue4 ,,agap,,nthus #fb4 ,african lily4 umbelltus1 umbel-flowered4 var4 variegtus1 striped-leaved4 ,,alons,a #fb4 incisiflia1 nettle-leaved4 ,hemmeris urticiflia4 lineris ,hemmeris lineris4 ,a,,cuba #fc4 #d japnica1 blotch-leaved4 ,,anag,,ris #fc4 #d ftida1 strong smelling4 ,,az,,lea #fc4 #e ndica1 ,chinese4 lba1 white4 purprea1 double4 phoencea1 purple4 sinnse1 yellow4 ,a,,tus #fd4 #a villsa1 villous4 virgta1 slender4 ,,anders,,nia #fd4 #f sprengeliodes1 sprengilia-like4 ,,rbutus #fd4 ,strawberry-tree4 #g ,undo1 common4 rbra1 red-flowered4 hbrida hybrid4 serratiflia1 andrachnoides4 andrchne1 oriental4 ,b,,nksia #fd4 #h dentta1 tooth-leaved4 'mula1 deeply sawed4 serrta1 saw-leaved4 undulta4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 grndis1 great-flowered4 specisa1 long-leaved4 cunninghmii1 ,cunningham's4 spinulsa1 spiny-leaved4 palludsa1 marsh4 rpens1 creeping verticillta1 whorl-leaved4 ,,bl,,tia #ff4 #i hyacinthna1 hyacinthine4 ,cymbdium hyacinthnum4 ,b,,ronia #ff #e pinnta1 scented4 serrulta1 rose-scented4 alta1 wing-leaved4 ,,bar,,sma #hf4 #f serratiflia1 saw-leaved4 pulchlla1 blunt-leaved4 foetidssima1 strong-scented4 odorta1 odoriferous4 dioca1 dioecious4 ,,bab,,ana #cjc4 #aa distca two-ranked4 strcta1 erect4 tubiflra1 tube-flowered4 plicta1 plaited4 ,,brunsv,,gia #bbb4 #aa multiflra1 many-flowered4 laticma1 broad-headed4 ,josephn1 ,josephine's falcta1 falcate marginta1 red-margined cilliris1 hairy-margined4 ,,bambusa #bbb4 ,bamboo-cane4 #ad arundincea1 reed-like4 ,,banist,,ria #bbc4 flgens1 fulgent4 chrisophlla1 shining4 splndens1 splendid4 ,,barringt,,nia #bbc4 #aj specisa1 showy4 ,,br,,wnea #bcc4 #aj coccnea1 scarlet4 rsa1 ,trinidad-rose4 grandicps1 grandest4 ,,bouv,,rdia #ff4 #g triphlla1 three-leaved4 ,jacqunii1 shark-leaved4 xora americna4 ,,brachys,,ma #ff4 #e latiflium1 broad-leaved4 undultum1 wave-leaved4 ,,burch,,llia #fg4 #aj capnsis1 cape4 parviflra1 small-flowered4 ,,beauf,,rtia #fg4 #h decussta1 cross-leaved4 sprsa1 alternate-leaved4 ,,br,,nia #fg4 #e nodiflra1 imbricated4 languinsa1 woolly4 comsa1 tufted4 abrotanodes1 southern wood-like4 formsa1 handsome4 ,b,,sea #fg4 ,golden-rod-tree4 #e yervamra4 ,b,,ckia #fg4 #f camphorta1 camphor4 pulchlla1 neat4 virgta1 slender4 ,,billardi,,ra #fh4 ,apple-berry4 longiflra1 long-flowered4 mutbilis1 changeable4 scndens1 climbing4 fusifrmis1 long-fruited4 ,b,,llis #ace4 ,daisy4 pernns hortensis var4 var4 garden4 ,,ball,,ta #bfj4 #aa purprea1 purple-flowered4 ,amarllis purprea4 ,,bellad,,nna #bjh4 #aa purpurscens1 ,belladonna ,lily4 ,amarllis ,belladnna4 ,,bign,,nia #aig4 ,trumpet-flower4 crucgera1 cross-bearing4 grandiflra1 large-flowered4 rdicans1 rooting4 ,,cotyl,,don #ci4 ,,col,,tea #de4 ,c,,ticus #de4 ,c,,ltha #ace4 palstris plno1 double yellow4 ,,cham,,rops #bfb4 ,dwarf-fan-palm4 #ab sp4 sp4 ,c,,rypha #bcb4 ,large-fan-palm4 #aa ambraculifera1 large4 talera1 great4 ,,cl,,matis #aif1 #ach1 #hc1 ,virgin's-bower4 #ab integriflia1 entire-leaved4 angustiflia1 narrow-leaved4 ercta1 erect-growing4 viticlla pulchlla1 double-blue4 flmmula1 sweet-scented4 virginina1 ,virginian4 flrida plno1 double-white4 aristta1 awned4 brachita1 armed4 ,,cob,a #hc4 scndens1 climbing4 ,,callic,,rpa #bbi4 ,,carolinea #bbi4 ,cream-nut4 #ag insignis1 great-flowered4 lba1 white-flowered4 prnceps1 digitated4 robsta1 robust4 ,,cary,,ta #bbi4 #ab rens1 stinging4 ,,cal,,thea #bbc4 zebrna ,zebra-plant4 ,marnta ,zebrna4 ,c,,nna #bbd1 #ce4 ,indian-shot4 #c gigntea1 tall4 limbta1 bordered4 dscolor1 two-coloured4 iridiflra1 nodding-flowered4 ,c,,ctus #bbd1 #bga4 ,c,,rus #bbe4 #ah peruvinus1 ,peruvian4 heptagnus1 seven-angled4 flagellifrmus1 creeping4 grandiflrus1 night-blooming4 triangulris1 triangular4 phyllanthoides1 rosy-flowered4 ,cctus ,speciosus4 ,jenkinsni1 ,jenkinsons'4 ,speciosssimus1 showy4 ,ackermnnia1 ,ackerman's4 trunctus1 truncated4 ,,core,,psis1 #ach4 tenuiflia1 slender-leaved4 verticullta1 whorl-leaved4 dscolor1 two-coloured4 trpteris1 three-leaved4 ,,calceol,,ria #fh1 #ag1 #ce1 #cch41 ,slipper-wort4 #aj angustiflia1 narrow-leaved4 integriflia1 entire-leaved4 plantagnea1 plantain-leaved4 corymbsa1 corymb-flowered4 purprea1 purple-flowered4 ,hopina1 ,dr4 ,hopes'4 micns1 fine4 hybrda1 hybrid4 ,fothergllii1 ,fothergill's4 arachnidea1 cob-web4 ,,caloth,,mnus #fh4 #f quadrfida1 four-cleft4 clavta1 club-leaved4 ,,cam,,llia #fi1 #hj41 ,japan-rose4 #aa vridis1 green-tea4 ,boha1 black-tea4 sesnqua1 ,lady ,banks'4 olefera1 oleiferous4 maliflra1 pink-flowered4 ,sesanqua rosea4 kssi1 nepaul4 reticulta1 ,capt4 ,rawes'4 japnica1 original4 rbra1 common4 lba1 single-white4 semidplex1 semidouble red4 rbro plno1 double red4 crnea1 ,middlemist's4 myrtiflia1 myrtle-leaved4 involuta4 myrtifolia1 minor4 hexangulris1 six-sided4 atrorbens1 ,loddiges' red4 anemoniflra1 red waratah4 rsea1 rose war4 dianthiflra1 carnation war4 blnda1 blush war4 pompnia1 ,kew blush4 poniflra1 pony flowered4 ,welbnkii1 ,welbank's4 lba-plno1 double white4 flavscens1 ladies'-blush4 fimbrita1 fringed white4 imbricta1 imbricate petaled4 variegta1 double striped4 crassinervis8 thick-nerved4 conchiflra1 shell-flowered4 rubriculis1 ,lady ,campbell's4 longiflia1 long leaved4 chandlrii1 ,chandler's4 verscolor4 ,aitnia1 ,aiton's4 althflra1 holly-hock flowered4 corallna1 coral-flowered4 insgnis1 splendid4 anemoneflra lba1 white anemone flowered4 heterophlla1 various leaved4 ,wodsii1 ,mr4 ,wood's4 specisa1 striped waratah4 flgens1 fulgent4 grandiflra1 large flowered4 rsa-sinnsis1 bright pink4 intermdia1 new blush4 invncible1 ,press's4 punctta4 pressi4 rose-mundi1 streaked4 compcta1 compact-white4 glorisa1 dark-red4 ,rssii1 ,ross's4 ,,callic,,ma #hj4 #f serratiflia1 saw-leaved4 ,,carmich,,lia #ha4 #h austrlis1 ,new-,zealand4 ,,cun,,nia #ha1 ,decandria-digynia4 #b ,capnsis1 ,cape4 ,,cl,,thra #ha4 #b arbrea1 tree4 variegta1 variegated-leaved4 ,,cotoneast,r #ha4 #b denticulta1 toothed4 microphlla1 small-leaved4 ,,cr,,wea #ha4 #a salgna1 willow-leaved4 ,,choriz,,ma #ha4 #e nna1 dwarf4 iliciflia1 holly-leaved4 ,,ciner,,ria #hb1 ,cape-aster4 #ab specisa1 large-flowered4 amellodes1 blue4 purprea1 purple4 lanta1 woolly4 ,c,,stus #hb1 ,rock-rose4 #c ladanferus1 gum4 ,monspelinsis1 ,montpelier4 slignis1 willow-leaved4 populiflius1 poplar-leaved4 undultus1 wave-leaved4 ,,camp,,nula #ace1 ,bell-flower4 persiciflia1 peach-leaved4 lba-plno1 double-white4 crlea-plno1 blue4 urticiflia1 nettle-leaved4 specisa1 spacious4 glomerta1 headed-flowered4 verscolor1 three-coloured4 ,,cheir,,nthus #acf4 chiri-vulgaris1 ,wall-flower4 hmnthus1 double-bloody4 mutbilis1 changeable4 ,,chelone #acf4 glbra1 glabrous4 oblqua1 oblique-leaved4 barbta1 bearded-flowered4 atropurprea1 purple-flowered4 pulchlla1 pretty4 vensta1 showy4 specisa1 spacious4 ,,chrys,,nthemum #acg4 sinnse1 variable-chinese4 tubulsum lbum1 quilled-white4 suprbum1 superb-white4 dscolor1 large-lilac4 flvum1 ,spanish-brown4 atropurpreum1 early-crimson4 involtum1 curled-lilac fascicultum1 superb-yellow4 serotnum1 pale-purple4 papyrceum1 paper-white4 warath1 yellow-anemone-flow'd4 verscolor1 two-coloured red4 stelltum1 starry-purple4 verecndum1 early-blush4 mutbile1 changeable4 ,,cocol,,ba #bbi1 ,sea-side-grape4 #ae pubscens1 downy4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 ,c,,phea #bbi4 #f ,melvlla1 ,melvill's4 ,,cr,,ton #bcj4 pctus1 painted4 variegtus1 variegated4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 ,c,,rbera #bcj4 #ag thevtia1 linear-leaved4 ahoai1 oval-leaved4 odllam1 spear-leaved4 mnghas1 blunt-leaved4 ,c,,cas #bcj1 ,sago-palm8 #aa revolta1 revolute4 circinlis great4 glaca1 glaucous4 ,,combr,,tum #bca4 legans1 elegant4 formsum1 handsome4 purpreum1 scarlet4 ,,cr,,ssula #bca4 ,,cr,,cus #bge1 saffron4 satvus1 garden4 ,pallsii1 ,pallas'4 serotnus1 late-flowered4 nudiflrus1 naked-flowered4 ,c,,lchicum #bge4 ,c,,lla #bhi4 #ab thipica1 ,ethiopian-lily4 ,,coron,,lla #hc4 #ab glaca1 glaucous4 valentna1 nine-leaved4 stipulris4 viminlis1 slender4 ,,corr,a #hd4 #e lba1 white-flowered4 rfa1 rusty-leaved4 pulchlla1 pretty4 specisa1 showy4 virns1 green-flowered4 ,,crat,,gus #hd4 ,,cupr,,ssus #he1 ,cypress4 #f lusitnica1 cedar of ,goa4 pndula1 pendulous4 juniperodes1 ,african4 ,,cal,,mpelis #he4 #aa scbra1 climbing4 ,eccremocrpus scber4 ,,cel,,stris #he4 ,staff-tree4 #d pyracnthus1 red-fruited4 cymsus1 cyme-flowered4 multiflrus1 many-flowered4 lcidus1 shining4 ,,co,,kia #he4 ,wampee-tree4 #aa punctta1 punctate4 ,,callist,,chys #he4 #f lanceolta1 lanceolated4 ovta1 oval-leaved4 ,,charlw,,odia #bcd4 #aa strcta1 erect4 ,,coff,a #bbg1 ,coffee-tree4 #ag ,arbica1 ,arabian4 ,,cinnam,,mum #aja4 #ae camphra1 camphire-tree4 ,,clerod,,ndron #abd4 #ab frgrans mltiplex1 double4 ,,crin,m #bfa1 #bcb4 #aa capnse1 cape4 ,amarllis longiflia4 cruntum1 red4 scbrum1 scabrous4 ambile1 showy4 ,,cyrt,,nthus #bcb4 #aa odrus1 scented4 stritus1 striped4 oblquus1 oblique-leaved4 vitttus1 ribanded4 ,,car,,ophyllus #bcc4 #i aromticus1 aromatic4 ,,call,,stemon #ajg4 #f salgnum1 willow-leaved4 lanceoltum1 lance-leaved4 semperflrens1 ever-blooming glacum1 glaucous4 metrosidros specisa4 ,c,,clamen #bij1 #big4 #aa ,com1 round-leaved4 ,prsicum1 ,persian4 hederflium1 ivy-leaved4 ,europ'um1 round-leaved4 ,neapolitnum1 ,neapolitan4 ,,centr,,nthus #aej4 ,ph1 garden4 ,valerina ,ph4 rbra1 red4 ,valerina rbra4 ,,dion',a #cf4 #e mucpula1 ,venus-fly-trap4 ,,dill,,nia #bcc4 #g specisa1 spacious4 scndens1 climbing4 ,,drac',,na #bcc4 ,dragon-tree4 #aa frrea1 purple-leaved4 frgrans1 scented4 marginta1 margined4 drco1 large ,d,,phne #cac1 #beh1 #bgj4 #ae odra1 sweet-scented4 ndica4 hbrida1 daphine4 oleodes1 olea-leaved4 laurola1 spurg-laurel4 pntica1 pontic4 alpna1 alpine4 cnerum1 trailing4 ,,delph,,num #ach4 ,larkspur4 grandiflrum1 large-flowered4 intermdium1 intermediate4 var4 var4 eltum1 ,bee-larkspur4 montnum1 tall-growing4 ,,dianthus #ach4 ,pink4 #ag barbtus1 sweet-william4 plno1 double4 dscolor1 two-coloured4 chinnsis1 china4 alpnus1 alpine4 suprbus1 superb-red4 caryophllus1 clove4 plumrius1 common4 frgrans1 sweet-scented4 ,,dict,,mnus #aci4 fraxinlla1 red4 lbus1 white4 ,,dodec,,theon #cba4aci4 ,american cow-slip4 mdia1 purple4 lba1 white4 ,,digit,,lis #adj4 ,fox-glove4 leucopha1 broad-lipped4 ferrugnea1 rusty-flowered4 ochroleca1 large yellow4 purpurscens1 blush-flowered4 erubscens4 purprea1 purple4 lba1 white4 ,,dav,,esia #hf4 #f ulicna1 furze-like4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 aciculris1 needle-leaved4 incrassta1 thick-leaved4 ,,di,,sma #hf4 #f capitta1 crown-flowered4 oppositiflia1 opposite-leaved4 longiflia1 long-leaved4 rbra1 heath-leaved4 ericiflia4 treretiflia1 round-leaved4 ,,dry,,ndra #hg4 #f nvea1 white-leaved4 formsa1 apricot-scented4 floribnda1 many-flowered4 armta1 acute-leaved4 plumsa1 feathered4 baxtri1 ,baxter's4 nervsa1 nerve-leaved4 falcta1 falcate-leaved4 ,,dillw,,nia #hg4 #f floribnda1 close-flowered4 ericiflia4 teretiflia1 round-leaved4 phylicodes1 phylica-like4 ,,dampi,,ra #hg4 #f purprea1 purple-flowered4 undulta1 wave-leaved4 strcta1 upright4 ,,edw,,rdsia #hh4 #f grandiflra1 large-flowered4 chrysophlla1 silver-leaved4 microphlla1 small-leaved4 ,,elichr,,sum #hh4 ,,enki,,nthus #hh4 #f quinqueflrus1 ,canton4 reticultus1 netted-leaved4 ,,ep,,cris #hh4 #e grandiflra1 large-flowered4 pulchlla1 sweet-scented4 imprssa1 unpressed4 palludsa1 marsh4 purpurscens rbra4 red4 ,,er,,cas #hi4 ,heath4 #f mediterrnea1 common4 #e aristta1 awned4 bccans1 arbutus-flowered4 bowiena1 ,bowie's4 confrta1 crowded-flowered4 legans1 elegant4 fasciculris1 cluster-flowered4 florabnda1 many-flowered4 glomerta1 glomerate4 grandiflra1 large-flowered4 inflta1 inflated4 mammsa1 nipple4 prgnans1 swelled4 pubscens1 downy4 reflgens1 refulgent4 regrminans cluster-flowered4 rbens1 red-flowered4 specisa1 specious4 splndens1 splendid4 tenlla1 delicate4 trimphans1 triumphant4 vestta1 tremulous4 var4 var4 ventricsa1 beautiful4 vscaria1 clammy-flowered4 ,,er,,nthemum #bcd4 #aa pulchllum1 neat4 bcolor two-coloured4 ,,eug,,nia #bcd4 #aa pimnta1 ,allspice4 ,mrtus ,pimnta4 frgrans1 scented4 ,,euph,,rbia4 #bcd4 ,spurg4 #ah heterophlla48 ,,erythr,,na #bce4 #ccj4 ,coral-tree4 #ac corallodndrum1 smooth4 specisa1 splendid4 pubscens1 downy4 herbcea1 herbaceous4 lauriflia1 laurel-leaved crsta-glli1 ,cocks-comb4 ,,eriab,,trya #ajg4 loquat4 #aa japnica1 ,japan4 ,,ent,,lia #aai4 #ab arborscens1 tree4 ,,echinoc,,ctus #bbe4 #ah gibbsus1 gouty4 crisptus1 curled-ribbed4 recrvus1 recurve-spined4 ,,eupat,,rium #ia4 #adj4 #aj legans1 scented4 coelestnum1 blue4 aromticum1 aromatic4 ,,eut,,xia #ib4 #f myrtiflia1 myrtle-leaved4 pngens1 pungent4 ,,euch,,lus #ib4 #f obcordta4 ,,er,,dium #ia1 ,heron's-bill4 incarntum1 fleshy4 crassiflium1 thick-leaved4 lacinitum1 laciniated4 ,,eucal,,ptus #ia4 #f cordta1 ,heart-leaved4 rostrta1 beaked4 radita1 rayed4 pulvigra4 glbifera1 round-fruited4 pulverulnta1 powdered4 resinfera1 red-gum-tree4 ,,eurc,,ma #cf4 ,e,,comis #bd4 ,,furchr,a4 #ci4 ,f,,nkia #if1 #ada4 #aa lba4 ,hemerocllis japnica4 crlea4 ,hemerocllis crlea4 ,,ferr,,ria #dj4 #aa undulta1 curled4 anthersa1 variegated4 ,,fritill,,ria #bie4 imperilis1 ,crown-imperial4 ,prsica1 ,persian4 ,f,,cus #bcf1 ,fig-tree4 #ab elstica1 gum-elastic4 brassi1 brass4 religisa1 superstitious4 lcida1 shining4 ,bengalnsis1 ,bengal4 ntida1 glossy4 ndica1 banyan-tree4 exasperta1 very-rough4 costta1 rib-leaved4 ,f,,chsia #ib1 ,ladies-ear-drop4 #ac virgta1 twiggy4 cnica1 conical-tubed4 coccnea1 scarlet4 microphlla1 small-leaved4 arbrea1 tree4 grcilis1 slender4 thymiflia1 thyme-leaved4 ,,gels,,mium #ic4 ,carolina-jasmine4 #e ntidum1 shining-leaved4 ,,gnaph,,lium #ic4 7,see ,astlma47 ,,gomphol,,bium #id4 #e barbigrum1 bearded-flowered4 polimrphum1 variable4 ,,georgi,,na #ahj4 ,dhlia suprflua4 dwarf-globe1 crimson4 pulla4 ,electa1 scarlet4 flama1 flame4 ,zeno4 ,etna1 scarlet4 imperiosa4 ,cicero4 cocade4 ,cambridge-surprise4 ,duchess-of-,wellington1 pink4 ,countess-of-,liverpool4 ,barret's-,wm4-#dth1 scarlet4 mountain-of-snow1 true4 ,diana1 lilac4 crimson-bonnet1 glob4 eximia1 scarlet4 star-of-,brunswick1 pink4 ,lafayette1 orange4 morning-star1 red4 ,romulus1 scarlet4 ,florabunda1 crimson4 speciosissima1 purple4 ,veitches-triumphant1 purple4 coronation1 maroon4 ,stephenia1 bloody4 feathered1 light crimson1 glob4 dwarf1 crimson1 fine glob4 striated buff1 anemone-flowered4 large-pink1 rose1 spectabile1 painted-lady1 early-blood1 ,,gl,,bba #cf4 ,,gesn,,ria #cf4 #aj bulbsa1 bulbous4 ,,glori,,sa #cg4 #aj suprba1 superb4 ,,gast,,ria #bei4 ,,ge,m #ada4 qullyon1 scarlet4 coccneum4 hbridum1 hybrid4 urbnum1 common4 ,,genti,,na #adj4 ltea1 yellow4 purprea1 purple4 septmfida1 crested4 acalis1 dwarf4 ,g,,rtn,,ra #bcg4 #ab racemsa1 climbing4 ,,geissom,,ria #bcg4 #b longiflra1 long-flowered4 ,,gard,,nia #bcg1 #bfb4 #i campanulta1 bell-flowered4 amna1 neat4 costta1 ribbed4 lcida1 shining4 flrida-plno1 ,cape-jasmine4 rdicans1 dwarf4 longiflia1 long-leaved4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 ,rothmnnia1 spotted4 ,thunbrgia1 ,thunberg's4 ,,gladi,,lus #cjc4 ,corn-flag4 #aa floribndus1 many-flowered4 cardinlis1 cardinal4 ,byzantnus1 ,turkish4 blndus1 fairest4 cuspidtus1 sharp-pointed4 psittcinus1 parrot4 ,,gomphol,,bium #id4 latiflium1 broad-leaved4 grandiflrum1 large-flowered4 venstum1 showy4 ,,gen,,sta #id4 #a ,canarinsis1 ,canary4 tricuspidta1 three-pointed1 cuspidsa1 sharp-pointed4 umbellta1 umbelled4 ,,gn,,dia #id4 #f smplex1 flax-leaved4 sercea1 silky4 imbrbis1 smooth-scaled4 piniflia1 pine-leaved4 ,,good,,nia #id4 #f stellgera1 starry-haired4 suavolens1 sweet-scented4 ovta1 oval-leaved4 grandiflra1 large-flowered4 ,,gorteria #id4 #f personta4 ,,gaz,,nia #id4 #f rgens1 great4 ,pavnia1 peacock4 heterophlla1 various-leaved4 ,,grev,,llea #ie4 #f puncea1 scarlet4 acanthiflia1 acanthus-like4 coccnea1 pretty4 juniperna1 juniper-like4 lineris1 linear-leaved4 ,h,,kea #ie4 #f gibbsa gibbous-fruited4 ntida1 glossy4 salgna1 willow-leaved4 suavolens1 sweet-scented4 conculta1 conculate4 ,lambrti1 ,lambert's4 ,,hemeroc,,llis1 #if4 ,day-lily4 #aa specisa1 spacious4 ,,herm,,nnia #if4 ,,helichr,,sum #ic4 ,everlasting4 #h grandiflrum1 large-flowered4 arbreum1 rborescent4 orientle1 common4 frgrans1 sweet-scented4 odoratssimum1 odoriferous4 fruticns1 shrubby4 flgidum1 splendid4 ,,hibb,,rtia #if4 #ab grossulariflia1 gooseberry-leaved4 dentta1 toothed4 volbilis1 twining4 fasciculta1 bushy4 salgna1 willow-leaved4 pedunculta1 long-pedicled4 ,,habr,,nthus #if4 #b ,andersnii1 ,anderson's4 verscolor1 three-coloured4 robsta1 robust4 ,h,,vea #ig4 #f lineris linear-leaved4 rosmariniflia1 rosmary-leaved4 longiflia1 long-leaved4 ,clsii1 ,cels's4 ,,hydr,,ngea1 #ig4 #agb4 #ad hortnsis1 variable4 hypricum1 ,st4 ,john's-wort4 #aj mongynum1 three-styled4 balericum1 warted4 floribndum1 many-flowered4 canarinse1 canaries4 gyptacum1 ,egyptian4 cochinchinnse1 cochinchina4 ,,hib,,scus #bch4 #ada4 #bg4 #de4 #i ,rsa sinnsis plnus1 double red4 crnea1 salmon4 variegtus1 striped4 ltea1 yellow4 palstris1 marsh4 rseus1 rose-coloured4 militris1 smooth4 specisus1 showy crimson4 grandiflrus1 large flowered4 pngens1 pungent4 ,syracus1 ,althea4 var4 var4 mutbilis plnus1 double-changeable4 lilliiflrus1 various4 ,,hed,,chium #cf4 ,,hemeroc,,llis #ada4 ,day lily4 flva1 copper-coloured4 gramnea1 grass-leaved4 ,h,,dera #aih4 ,hlix1 ,irish-ivy4 ,,herit,,ria #bch4 ,looking-glass-plant4 #aa littorlis1 large-leaved4 ,,how,,rthia #bfj4 ,h,,ya #bci4 wax-plant4 carnsa1 common4 crassiflia1 thick-leaved4 ,,herrn,,ndia #bci4 ,jack-in-a-box4 ,sonra1 peltate-leaved4 ,,xora #bdj4 #e obovta1 purple4 purprea4 crocta1 saffron-coloured4 rsea1 rose-coloured4 bandhca1 stem-clasping4 blnda1 charming4 undulta1 waved4 dichotma4 coccnea1 scarlet4 grandiflra1 strcta1 flmmea1 specisa4 flgens1 glossy4 longiflia1 lanceolta4 pavtta1 scented4 ,,ris1 #adb1 #cbj4 ,flower-de-luce4 subiflra1 sub-flowered4 nepalnsis1 ,nepaul4 ,pallsii1 ,pallas'4 pllida1 pale4 cristta1 crested4 arenria1 sand4 furcta1 forked4 germnica1 ,german4 florentna1 florentine4 vrna1 spring4 susina1 chalcedonian4 lusitnica1 ,portuguese4 var4 var4 ,hiphiodes1 great bulbous4 ,prsica1 ,persian4 ,,xia1 #bjc4 #aa monadlphia1 monadelphus4 leucntha1 white flowered4 capitta1 headed4 cnica1 orange-coloured4 colamelris1 variegated4 ,,ipoma,a #bdj4 #i paniculta1 panicle-flowered4 ,,lex #ih4 ,holly4 #ae aquiflium1 ,european4 var4 var4 cassne1 cassine-like4 vomitria1 south-sea tea4 ,,ill,,cium #ii4 ,anniseed-tree4 floridnum1 purple-flowered4 parviflrum1 small-flowered4 anistum1 anise-scented4 ,,indig,,fera #ii4 ,indigo-tree4 denudta1 smooth-leaved4 am'na1 pretty4 austrlis1 round-stemmed4 angulta1 angular-stemed4 cndicans1 white-leaved4 filiflia1 filiform-leaved4 ,,isop,,gon #ii4 #i formsus1 handsome4 anemoneflious1 anemone-leaved4 attenutis1 attenuated4 polycphalus1 many-headed4 jlapa1 ,jalap4 grandiflra1 large-flowered4 pulchlla1 pretty4 tubersa1 tuberous4 ,,just,,cia #ii4 #bdc4 ngricans1 spotted4 orchiodes1 orchis-like4 adhtoda1 ,malabar-nut4 coccnea1 scarlet4 pcta1 painted4 lcida1 shining4 formosa1 handsome4 specisa1 showy4 ,,jacks,,nia #ajj4 #f scopria1 broom-like4 hrrida1 horrid4 reticulta1 netted4 ,,jun,,perus #baj4 ,juniper4 virginina1 red-cedar4 ,j,,tropha #bdb4 ,physic-nut4 #ag multfida1 multifid4 pandurflia1 fiddle-leaved4 crcas1 angular-leaved4 ,,jacar,,nda #bda4 #i mimosiflia1 mimosa-leaved4 filciflia1 fern-leaved4 ,,jamb,,sa #bda4 ,rose-apple4 #aa vlgris1 common4 malacnsis1 ,malay-apple4 purpurscens1 purple-flowered4 macrophlla1 large-leaved4 amplexicalis1 stem-clasping4 ,,jasm,,num #bdb4 ,jasmine4 #c smbac1 ,arabian4 multiplex1 semi-double4 trifolitum1 double-,tuscan4 hirstum1 hairy-stemmed4 panicultum1 panicled4 simpliciflium1 simple-leaved4 lucdium8 shining4 odoratssimum #c1 ,azorian4 revoltum revolute-leaved4 grandiflrum1 ,catalonian4 officinle1 common4 ,,kalosanthus #bca1 #ah coccnea1 scarlet4 ,crassla coccnea4 verscolor1 changeable4 ,crassla verscolor4 odoratssima1 sweet-scented4 ,k,,mpf,,ria #bdc1 #cf4 #ag rotnda1 round-rooted4 ,,kenn,,dia #ajj4 #e monophlla1 simple-leaved4 rubicnda1 dingy-flowered4 prostrta1 trailing4 ,glcine coccnea4 coccnea1 many-flowered4 comptonina1 comptonian4 inophlla1 few-leaved4 ,,lagerstr,,mia #abi4 #agb4 ndica1 crape-flower4 ,,lamb,,rtia #ajj4 #f formsa1 handsome4 echinta1 lobe-leaved4 uniflra1 one-flowered4 inrmis1 unarmed4 ,,lasiop,,talum #ajj4 ,,lav,,ndula #aja4 ,lavender4 #g dentta1 toothed4 formsa1 handsome4 pinnta1 pinnated4 ,,la,,rus #aja4 #bdd4 ,laurel4 #ae ftens1 til4 aggregta1 clustered4 glaca1 glaucous4 scbra1 rough4 vrum1 true4 cssia1 false4 chlorxylon1 cogwood4 ,,lant,,na #bdd4 ,,lant,,nia #bdd4 ,dwarf-palm4 #ab borbnica1 borbon4 rbra1 red4 glaucophlla1 glaucous4 ,l,,atris #adb4 ,gay-feather4 squarrsa1 squarrose4 legans1 elegant4 paniculta1 paniculate4 spicta4 macrstachya1 large-spiked4 ,l,,chnis1 #adc4 #ajd4 #i chalcednica1 chalcedonian4 flgens1 fulgent4 fls-jvis1 umbelled4 ,agrostma fls-jvis4 coronta1 crowned4 ,l,,thrum #adc4 altum1 erect-growing4 virgtum1 twiggy4 diffsum1 diffuse4 lanceoltum1 lance-leaved4 ,,lom,,tia #ajc4 7,see errata47 #f silaiflia1 cut-leaved4 dentta1 toothed4 iliciflia1 holly-leaved4 ,,lachen,,lia #bia4 #aa trcolor1 three-coloured4 quadrcolor1 four-coloured4 rbida1 dotted-flowered4 punctta1 spotted-flowered4 orchodes1 orchis-like4 nervsa1 nerved-leaved4 ,,lil,,um #cb4 #ce4 #cjf4 #aa mrtagon1 red4 tygrnum1 spotted4 chalcednicum1 ,chalcedonian4 specisum8 showy4 longiflrum8 japnicum4 ,japan4 ,,lob,,lia #ajb4 #f tpa1 mullein-leaved4 specisa1 specious4 splndens1 splendid4 flgens1 fulgent4 crlea1 blue4 ,thunbrgii1 ,thurberg's4 corymbsa1 corymbose4 pyramidlis pyramidal4 iliciflia1 holly-leaved4 ,,lophosph,,rmum #ajc4 #ab scndens climbing4 ,,lachn,a #ajc4 #a glaca1 glaucous4 conglomerta1 clustered4 eriocphala1 wooly-headed4 ,,leon,,tis1 ,lion's-ear4 #g intermdia1 intermediate4 ,,leon,,rus1 narrow-leaved4 ,,leucosp,,rmum #ajc4 #i formsum1 handsome4 grandiflrum1 tomentose4 cndicans1 hoary4 ,,lip,,ria #ajd4 sph'rica1 crowned4 tomentsa1 downy4 villsa1 hairy4 sercea1 silky4 ,,lysin,,ma #ajd4 #e pentaptalum1 five-petaled4 conspcum1 conspicuous4 rseum1 rose-coloured4 ,l,,chnis #ajd4 #i coronta1 crowned4 ,,leptosp,,rmum #ajd4 ,south-,sea-,myrtle4 #f bacctum1 berry-fruited4 pndulum1 pendulous4 junperinum1 juniper-leaved4 ovtum1 ovate-leaved4 stelltum1 starry-flowered4 grandiflrum1 large-flowered4 scoprium1 ,new-,zealand-tea4 ,,leucad,,ndron #aje4 ,silver-,tree4 #i argentum1 silvery4 ,prtea argenta4 squarrsum1 squarrose4 stelltum1 starry ,prtea stellris4 trtum1 twisted4 serceum1 silky4 margintum1 margined4 plumsum1 feathered4 ,prtea parviflra4 ,,magn,,lia #aje4 #i fuscta1 rusty4 annonflia1 annon-leaved4 pmila1 dwarf4 conspcua1 youlan4 purprea1 purple4 ,,melal,,uca #ajf4 #f elptica1 eliptic4 flgens1 fulgent4 decussta1 cross-leaved4 hypericiflia1 hypericum-leaved4 squarrsa1 square-set4 linariflia1 linear-leaved4 incna1 hoary4 telragnia1 four-sided4 thymiflia1 thyme-leaved4 ,,maur,,ndia #ajf4 #f ,barclyana1 ,barclay's4 semperflrens1 ever-blooming4 ,m,,sine #ajf1 ,cape-,myrtle4 #d retsa1 erect4 rotundiflia1 round-leaved4 ,m,,spilus #ajg4 ,medlar4 ,,metrosid,,ros4 #f flrida1 many-flowered4 umbellta1 umbel-flowered4 angustiflia1 narrow-leaved4 lanceolta1 lance-leaved4 ,m,,nihot #bdc4 #ag cannabna1 cassada root4 ,,mesembr,,anthemum #bfc4 #bga4 #ah sp4 sp4 ,m,,rtus #ajh4 ,myrtle4 #ab commnis1 common mltiplex1 double4 leucocrpa1 white-fruited4 itlica variegta1 variegated4 maculta1 blotch-leaved4 tomentsa1 downy4 tenuiflia1 slender-leaved4 ,,mim,,lus #adc4 ,monkey-flower4 lteus1 yellow4 rivulris1 dark-spotted4 moschtus1 musk-scented4 ,,mon,,rda #adc4 ddyma1 ,oswego-tea4 kalmina1 pubescent-flowered4 ,russelina1 ,russells'4 punctta1 spotted4 ,,math,,ola #add4 ,stock-gilly4 simpliciculis1 ,brompton-stock4 var4 var4 incna1 queen-stock4 var4 var4 nnua1 annual4 var4 var4 glbra1 wall-leaved4 ,,mamill,,ria #bbd4 #ah coccnea1 scarlet-flowered4 smplex1 small-red-spined4 puslla1 starry4 cnica1 cone-headed4 ,,meloc,,ctus #bbe4 #ah commnis1 ,turk's-cape4 macrnthus1 large-spined4 pyramidlis1 pyramidale4 ,,mel,,stoma #bde1 #a ,malabthrica1 ,malabar4 sangunea1 bloody4 decmfida1 ten-cleft4 pulverulnta1 powdered4 spera1 rough4 nepalnsis1 ,nepaul4 ,,malp,,ghia #bdf4 ,barbadoes-cherry4 #ag rens1 stinging1 aquiflium1 holly-leaved4 fucta1 painted4 glbra1 smooth4 ,m,,rica #bdf4 #ab crlea1 blue4 ,sabni1 ,sabin's4 northina1 spotted4 ,m,,sa1 #bdg1 ,plantain-tree4 #ae paradisaca1 common4 sapintum1 banana-tree4 roscea1 rose-coloured4 coccnea1 scarlet-coloured4 chinnsis1 ,chinese4 ,,mang,,fera #bde1 ,mango-tree4 #aa ndica1 common4 oppositiflia8 opposite-leaved4 ,,nand,,na #ajh1 ,nandin4 #a domstica1 common4 ,,nint,,oa4 longiflra1 long-flowered4 ,lonicra-japnica4 ,n,,rium #ajh1 ,oleander4 #ab olender1 common4 splndens1 double-rose4 elegantssimum1 variegated4 lba1 white4 pleno8 double-white4 ,,oe,,noth,,ra #add1 ,evening-primrose4 macrocrpa1 broad-leaved4 mdia1 intermediate4 latiflra1 broad-flowered4 ,frazri1 ,frazer's4 specisa1 handsome4 pllida1 pale4 odorta1 sweet-scented4 ,,lea #aji1 ,olive-tree4 #aa europa1 common4 longiflia1 long-leaved4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 capnsis1 ,cape4 verrucsa1 warted4 frgrans1 scented4 paniculta1 panicled4 ,,oxyl,,bium #aaj4 obtusiflium1 blunt-leaved4 retsum1 retuse-leaved4 ellpticum1 elliptic-leaved4 ,,xalis4 #aa rublla1 red4 marginta1 margined4 elongta1 striped-flowered4 am'na1 neat4 ,,oss',a #bdf4 #a purpurscens1 purple4 ,melstoma-purprea4 ,,ornith,,galum #bib4 ,star-of-,bethlehem4 #aa lactum1 white4 areum1 golden4 martimum1 squill4 ,,op,,ntia #bbg4 #ah cochinillfera1 cochineal-fig4 fcus-ndica1 ,indian-fig4 ,,pelarg,,nium #aaj1 #bgc1 ,stork's-bill4 ,gernium4 #ab lbum4 macrnthum4 grandiflrum4 ,navarino4 ,longstrethium4 ,jacksonium4 ,lucretia4 ,leopold4 ,lafayette4 triumphans4 ,jeffersoniaum4 ,franklinium4 ,queen-,adelaide4 ,simsium4 obovatum4 ,pepperium4 ,philadelphicum4 foliosum4 ,dutchess-of-,gloucester4 verecundum4 ,lady ,clifford4 ,delaware4 marianum4 urbanum4 dissimilum4 ,royal-,george4 ,washington4 ,scotiaum4 banburyensis4 florabundum4 #ai pavoninum4 ,waterloo4 ignescens4 ,lord-,yarborough4 decorum4 ,sherwoodium4 doubreyanum4 ,effi-,deans4 ,lord-,byron4 ,glorianum4 ,chandler's-grand-purple4 ,princess-,augusta1 new4 ,lord-,brougham4 ,websterium4 ardescens4 ,russellianum4 succulentum4 ,rob-,roy4 ,davyanam4 ,the above begin with the lightest1 and end with the darkest colours ,the following are various fancy sorts4 ,lemon-scented4 apple-scented4 rose-scented4 peppermint-scented4 oak-leaved4 ardens4 bicolor4 tristum4 pulchellum4 nutmeg-scented4 ,,ph,,rmium #aab1 ,new-,zealand4 #g tenx1 flax4 ,,ph,,lica #aac4 #e horizontlis1 spreading4 plumsa4 squarrsa1 squarrose4 imbricta1 imbricated4 myrtiflia1 myrtle-leaved4 callsa1 callous-leaved4 bcolor1 two-coloured4 ericodes1 heath-like4 ,,pim,,lea #aac4 #e decussta1 cross-leaved4 rsea1 rose-coloured4 liniflia1 flax-leaved4 spicta1 spike-flowered4 drupcea1 berry-bearing4 ,,pittosp,,rum #aac4 #ac tobra1 ,chinese4 undulta1 wave-leaved4 coriceum1 leather-leaved4 revoltum1 revolute4 flvum1 yellow4 ferrugneum1 rusty4 ,,phr',,ynium #cf4 ,,pachid,,ndron #bei4 ,p,,nus #baj4 ,canadnsis1 hemlock-spruce4 ,,peripl,,ca #aih4 ,silk-vine4 gr'ca1 ,virginian4 ,,ph,n,,coma #hh4 #e prolfera1 many-headed4 ,,phot,,nia #hd4 #aj serrulta1 serrulate4 arbutiflia1 arbutus-leaved4 ,p,,rsea #bdd4 ,alligator-pear4 #aa gratssima1 common4 ,larus-prsea4 ,,pun,,ca #agb1 ,pomegranate4 ,,pulsat,,lla #acd1 ,pasque-flower4 vernlis1 spring4 ,,per,,skia #bbh1 ,barbadoes-gooseberry4 #ah aculeta1 prickly4 ,p,,rus #cbj4 japnica1 red4 lba1 white4 ,p,,nia #cba1 #cae1 #aea4 dulis-whitljii1 white4 frgrans1 scented4 hmea1 crimson4 chinnsis-lba1 double-white8 paradxa-fimbrita1 fringed4 officinlis-rbra1 common4 #ae moutn1 tree4 bnksii1 common4 papavercea1 white4 rosa1 rose-coloured4 ,,potent,,lla #adg4 nepalnsis1 ,nepaul4 formsa4 atropurprea1 dark-purple4 ,russellina1 ,russell's4 ,hopwoodina1 ,hopwood's4 splndens1 splendid4 ,,platyl,,bium #aac1 ,flat-pea4 #e formsum1 handsome4 ovtum1 ovate-leaved4 triangulre1 triangular-stock4 ,,pist,,cia #aac4 #b terebnthus1 turpentine-tree4 lentscus1 mastic-tree4 vra1 true4 reticulta1 netted-leaved4 ,,plumb,,go #aad1 ,lead-wort4 trstis1 red-leaved4 ,capnsis1 ,cape4 ,,psor,,lea #aad4 #f odoratssima1 sweet-scented4 spicta1 spike-flowered4 aculeta1 prickly4 argntea1 silvery4 tomentsa1 downy4 ,,podal,,ria #aad4 sercea1 silky4 styraciflia1 storax-leaved4 corscans1 glittering4 argntea1 silvery4 lapariodes1 liparia-like4 subiflra1 netted-leaved4 ,,perso,,nia #aad4 #f hirsta1 hairy-leaved4 mllis1 soft-leaved4 teretiflia1 round-leaved4 lcida1 shining-leaved4 ,,pr,,tea #aae4 #i cynarodes1 artichoke-flowered4 specisa1 splendid4 rbra1 red4 umbonlis1 embossed4 longiflia4 melaleca1 black-fringed4 grandiflra1 large-flowered4 coccnea1 scarlet-flowered4 cenocrpa4 pllens4 formsa1 handsome4 magnfica1 magnificent4 mellfera1 honey-bearing1 ,,pulten',a #aae4 #e villsa1 villous4 obcordta1 heart-leaved4 argntea1 silvery-leaved4 plumsa1 feathered4 flxilis1 fragrant4 cndida1 white-leaved4 strcta1 erect-growing4 ,,phl,x #ade4 paniculta1 panicled4 acuminta1 cross-leaved4 intermdia1 intermediate4 odorta1 odoriferous4 pyramidlis1 pyramid-flowered4 lba1 white4 suavolens1 sweet-scented4 reflxa1 reflex-leaved4 stolonfera1 creeping4 pilsa1 hairy4 divaricta1 early-flowering4 nivlis1 snowy-white4 subulta1 awl-leaved4 ,,pr,,mula #adf1 #cad1 ,primrose4 vulgris1 ,english-primrose4 eltior1 ox-lip4 var4 var4 polyanthus4 aurcula1 auricula4 var4 var4 cortusodes1 cortuso-like4 dentiflra1 jagged-flowered4 suavolens1 sweet-scented4 decra1 pretty4 sctica1 ,scotch4 farinsa1 bird's-eye4 vris1 cowslip4 #b sinnsis1 ,china4 alba1 white4 dentiflra1 ragged4 ,,pancr,,tium #bdh4 #aa maritmum1 sea-daffodil4 verecndum1 narcissus-leavad4 littorlis1 sea-side4 specisum1 showy4 carib'um1 ,caribbean4 ,,polysp,,ra #bdh4 axillris1 axil-flowered4 ,camllia axillris4 ,,passifl,,ra #bdh1 ,passion-flower4 #ac alta1 winged-stalked4 racemsa1 racemose4 crulea blue quadrangulris1 square-stalked4 filamentsa1 thready4 picturta1 pictured4 ,,pand,,nus #bdi1 ,screw-,pine4 #ac odoratssimus1 scented4 utilis8 red-spined4 ,,pterosp,,rmum #bej4 #ac suberiflium1 various-leaved4 semisagitttum1 half-sagittate4 ,,plum,,ria #bej4 #aa acuminta1 acuminate4 trcolor1 three-coloured4 rbra1 red-coloured4 ,,ph',,oe,,nix #bej1 ,date-,palm4 #ab dactylfera1 common4 paludsa1 marsh4 ,r,,seda #big1 ,mignonette4 #aa odorta1 scented4 ,r,,chea #bca4 #ah falcta4 sickle-leaved4 ,crussla fulcta4 ,,rh,s #de4 ,,rob,,nia #de4 ,,rosc,,ea #bea4 purprea1 purple4 spicta1 spike-flowered4 capitta1 crown-flowered4 ,,ru,,llia #bea4 #aj formsa1 handsome4 fulgda1 shining4 anisophlla1 unequal-leaved4 persiciflia4 persiciflia4 peach-leaved4 ,,rh,,pis #bea4 #aa flabellifrmis1 creeping-rooted4 ,,rhodod,,ndron #aae1 ,rose-tree4 #af arbreum1 tree4 lbum1 white-flowered4 suprbum1 superb4 purpreum1 purple-flowered4 lte-clrance1 large4 campanultum1 bell-flowered4 anthopgon1 bearded-flowered4 cinnammeum1 cinnamon-coloured4 ,,ro,,lla #aaf4 #e cillita1 cilliate4 spcta1 spiked-flowered4 pedunculta1 peduncled4 ,,riphiod,,ndron #bfj4 ,r,,bus #cbe4 #c rosflius1 ,bramble-rose1 ,r,,sa #agb1 ,china-,rose1 #ab ndica4 mnor4 animated4 ,bengal elongata4 ,belle-,chinese4 ,la-tendere-japonica4 belle-vibert4 odorata1 tea-scented4 alba1 white-tea4 ,florence1 scarlet-tea4 ,bengal1 yellow-tea4 ,venella4 ,belle-de-monza4 amaranthe4 ,clintonia4 semperflrens-plno4 ,otaheite4 sanguinea-purpurea4 ,grandvil4 ,indica-alba1 white-,china4 magnifier4 ,florabunda-multiplex4 ,flama4 ,hibbertia4 ,jacksonia4 ,adamsonia4 ,websteria4 gigantea4 ,washington4 calyxiflia4 ,montezuma4 ,hortensia4 ,,rosa #aef1 common ,moss1 ,garden-rose4 blush crimson white scarlet ,clinton ,damask mottled sweet-briar de-,meaux ,lee's-crimson-perpetual4 unique1 or white-,provence4 tricolor4 spinosssima1 ,scotch4 gllica1 officinale4 centiflia1 ,provins4 ,damacne1 damask4 lba1 white4 rubiginsa1 sweet-briar4 white-monthly1 red striped ,black-,tuscany4 ,sponge's-provins4 favourite-mignone4 champion4 fair-maid4 rouge-superb4 red-and-violet4 ,pomonia4 black-fringe4 royal-provins4 royal-virgin4 royal-bouquet4 ,great-,mogul4 striped-nosegay4 paragon4 ornament-de-parade4 ,york-and-,lancaster4 mundii4 ,flanders4 delicious4 ,,rosa #ahi1 ,climbing4 ,champneyna1 pink-cluster4 blush-noisettia4 red-noisettia1 scarlet-cluster4 white-cluster or musk4 superb aralie-noisettia4 purple4 ,bourbon4 ,boursault4 ,lisle4 microphlla4 ,franklin1 cluster-tea4 ,banksi1 white4 yellow4 multiflra1 white4 scarlet4 purple4 ,grevllii1 many-coloured4 arvensis multiplex4 sempervrens plno4 bracteta plno1 ,macartney4 ,s,,gus #beb1 ,sago-,palm4 #aa vinfera1 prickly-leaved4 ,rumphii1 ,rumphius'4 ,,sol,,ndra #beb4 #g grandiflra1 large-flowered4 viridiflra1 green-flowered4 ,,stroph,,nthus4 divrgens1 spreading4 dichtomus1 forked4 ,,swiet,,nia #bec1 ,mahogany-tree4 #ae mahgoni1 common4 febrifga1 febrifuge4 ,s,,lvia #aag4 #ab splndens1 splendid4 crlea1 blue-flowered4 coccnea1 scarlet-flowered4 area1 yellow-leaved4 paniculta1 panicle-flowered4 ndica1 ,indian4 legans1 elegant4 ,,sen,,cio #aag4 ground-sel4 #ab grandiflrus1 large-flowered4 venstus1 wing-leaved4 cinerscens1 gray4 legans plno1 elegant4 ,,sch,,tia #aah4 #a specisa1 spacious4 alta1 wing-leaved4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 ,omphalbium schtia4 tamarindiflia1 ,tamirand-leaved4 ,,swais,,na #aah4 #a galegiflia1 red-flowered4 coronillflia1 purple-flowered4 astragaliflia1 white-flowered4 ,,sc,,ttia #aah4 #f dentta1 toothed4 angustiflia1 narrow-leaved4 trapezifrmus1 trapeziforum4 ,,sparrm,,nnia #aai4 #ab africna1 ,african4 ,,sph,,rol,,bium4 #f vimneum1 yellow-flowered4 mdium1 red-flowered4 ,,spreng,,lia #aai4 #f incarnta1 flesh-coloured4 ,,stylid,,um #abj4 #f graminiflium1 grass-leaved4 fruticsum1 shrubby4 lariciflium1 larch-leaved4 adntum1 adnate4 ,,styph,,lia #abj4 #f tubiflra1 tube-flowered4 triflra1 three-flowered4 adscndens1 ascending4 longiflia1 long-flowered4 ,,salpigl,,ssis #abj4 #ac pcta1 painted4 atropurprea1 dark-purple4 sinuta1 crimson4 ,,strel,,tzia #bfc4 #ai regn1 ,queen4 ovta1 oval-leaved4 hmilis1 dwarf4 agsta1 large-leaved4 jncea1 rush-leaved4 parviflia1 small-leaved4 farinsa1 mealy-stalked4 ,,spar,,xis #cjd4 grandiflra strita1 striped4 verscolor1 various4 anemonflra1 anemone-flowered4 ,,sternb,,rgia #bgd4 #aa ltea1 yellow4 ,amarllis ltea4 ,,spreik,,lia #bjg4 #aa formosssima1 ,jacobea-lily4 ,amarllis formosssima4 ,,sapon,,ria #adg1 ,soap-wort4 officinlis plno1 double4 cspitsa1 tufted4 ,,sil,,ne #adg1 ,catch-fly4 viscsa1 clammy4 plna1 double4 ,,sax,,fraga #adg1 ,saxifrage4 hirsta1 hairy4 crassiflia1 thick-leaved4 granolata multiplex1 double4 umbrsa1 ,london-pride4 sarmentsa1 sarmentose4 pulchlla1 pretty4 pyramidlis1 pyramidal4 ,,spir',a #adh1 ulmria multiplex1 double meadowsweet4 filipndula drop-wort4 lobta lobe-leaved4 ,,st,,tice #adh4 ,thrift4 vulgris1 common4 ,armria vulgris4 specisa1 showy4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 maritma1 sea-side4 ,,tag,,tes #abj4 #aa lcida1 sweet-scented4 ,,testudin,,ria #bba1 ,hottentot's bread4 elephntipes1 ,elephant's-foot4 montna1 mountain4 ,t,,xus #aba4 ,yew4 #ad nucfera1 nut-bearing4 ,,telop,a #aba4 #ai speciosssimus1 showy4 ,,templet,,nia #abb4 #f retsa1 erect4 gluca1 glaucous4 ,,trist,,nia #abb4 #a neriiflia1 oleander-leaved4 confert1 crowded4 suavolens1 scented4 ,,tec,,ma #bec1 #fe4 #aj mllis1 soft4 digitta1 digitated4 splndida1 splendid4 capnsis1 cape4 stns1 ash-leaved4 ,bignnia stns4 ,,tabern,,mont,,na #aa coronria plno1 double-white4 ,nrium coronrium plno4 densiflra1 dense-flowered4 ,,thr,,nax #bed4 #aa parviflra1 small-flowered4 ,,tax,,nthema #adi4 tatrica1 ,tartarean4 ,sttice tatrica4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 conspcua1 conspicuous4 ,,thom,,sia #aja4 #a solancea1 night-shade-leaved4 querciflia1 oak-leaved4 ,,trit,,nia #cjd4 #aa crocta1 crocus-leaved4 ,ixa crocta4 xanthosphla1 yellow-spotted4 ,,thunb,,rgia #bea4 #a coccnea1 scarlet4 grandiflra1 large-flowered4 frgrans1 scented4 alta1 wing-leaved4 ,,tr,,llius #adi1 ,globe-flower4 ,europ'us1 ,european4 ,asiticus1 ,asiatic4 ,,th,,ja #baj4 ,american arbor-vit4 accidentalis1 western4 orientlis1 eastern4 ,,tigr,,dia #bjh4 ,tiger-flower4 #aa pavnia1 peacock4 conchiiflra1 yellow-spotted4 ,,tetram,,rium #bbh4 #ag odoratssimum1 scented4 ,coffa occidentlis4 ,,verb,,na #abb1 ,vervain4 chamdryflia1 scarlet4 melndres4 ,lambrtii1 ,lambert's4 pulchlla1 pretty4 ,,vib,,rnum #abc1 #cjf1 #de4 #ag tnus1 laurestinus4 lcidum1 shining4 odoratssimum1 scented4 hirstum1 hairy4 strctum1 erect4 variegtum1 variegated4 ,,vemin,,ria #abd4 #f denudta1 half-naked4 ,,virg,,lia #abd4 capnsis1 cape4 ,,volkam,,ria #abd4 ,,ver,,nica #adi4 ,speed-well4 officinlis1 officinal4 cham'drys1 ,germander4 mdia1 long-spiked4 incna1 hoary4 legans1 elegant4 spcta1 spiked4 grndis1 large white4 incarnta1 flesh-coloured4 crnea1 pale red4 leucntha1 white-flowered4 bellidiodes1 daisy-leaved4 vrna1 vernal4 am'oena1 fine-blue4 pulchlla1 neat4 ,,valer,,ana #adi4 dioca1 dioicious4 ,v,,ola #aej4 ,violet4 odorta1 sweet-scented4 plno lba1 double-white4 purprea1 purple4 ,,wits,,nia #abe4 #h corymbsa1 corymbose4 ,,westr,,ngia #abe4 #a rosmarinifrmis1 rosemary-leaved4 longiflia1 long-leaved4 ,,wachend,,rfia #bd4 ,,whal,,nbergia #acf4 #g grandiflra1 large-flowered4 ,campnula grandiflra4 ,,wats,,nia #cjd4 #aa iridiflia1 iris-leaved4 rsea1 rose-coloured4 hmilis1 dwarf4 flgida1 scarlet4 ,antholza flgens4 rbens1 red-spotted4 ,,wist,,ria #aig4 frutscens1 shrubby4 ,glcine frutscens4 chinusis1 ,chinese4 ,glcine chinnsis4 ,y,,cca #aej4 ,adam's-needle4 suprba1 superb4 ,glorisa4 aloiflia1 aloe-leaved4 angustiflia1 narrow-leaved4 acuminta1 tapering-flowered4 serrulta1 saw-leaved4 filamentsa1 thready4 ,z,,mia #abe1 #bed4 #aa hrrida1 horrid4 pngens1 pungent4 spralis1 spiral4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 mdia1 intermediate4 furfurcea1 chaffy4 tnuis1 slender4 integriflia1 entire-leaved4 ,zngiber #cf4 ,ginger4 ,,index4 ,airing the green-house1 #bj4 #ch4 #agb4 hot-house1 #cc4 ,annuals1 of sowing tender1 #ec4 ,awning for hyacinths1 #bjb4 for carnations1 #bgg4 for plants1 #bef4 ,box edgings1 directions for planting1 #aci4 ,bulbs1 of protecting1 #be4 preserving of ,cape1 #age4 method of planting ,dutch #cah4 care of tender #cbh4 ,bulbous roots1 of uncovering1 #aeb4 protecting1 #aeb4 ,cistern1 of a1 #ab4 #bgc4 ,cold1 in the green-house1 effects of1 #ba4 ,cleanliness1 good and bad effects of1 #ch4 ,clipping shrubs1 observations on1 #dd4 ,carnation1 qualities of a fine1 #bge4 and pink layers1 care of1 #cjg4 ,camellias1 period of selecting1 #caf4 ,coverings1 oil-cloth1 #cdb4 ,damp1 in the green-house1 effects of1 #bj4 #bb4 ,dahlias1 forwarding in a hot-bed1 #aha4 ,daisies1 primroses1 c4 method of protecting1 #cba4 ,engine for the green-house1 best kind of1 #ai4 ,enarching1 method of1 #abg4 ,edgings1 fancy1 #afb4 method of dressing box1 #baa4 ,fires1 how to regulate the1 #ba4 #cc4 ,fumigating1 method of1 #ac4 ,frames1 of protecting1 #bf4 ,glass1 effects of broken1 #dc4 of double1 #cch4 ,grass-seeds1 most approved1 #afa4 walks1 of laying down1 ib4 ,grafting1 whip or tongue1 #afc4 ,green-house1 temperature of the1 #cdj4 how to regulate the1 ib4 ,geraniums1 how to prune or dress1 #bhf4 ,hedges1 how to keep evergreen1 #baa4 ,herbaceous plants1 how to treat1 #cbe4 criterion for planting1 #aea4 ,hotbeds1 of making1 #eb4 #agh4 ,hyacinth1 properties of a good1 #bjb4 ,hyacinths1 of plunging new potted1 #cje4 ,insects1 their destruction1 #ab4 #cj4 #ce4 #ef4 effects of light on1 #ag4 ,inoculation1 method of1 #dg4 ,liquid for orange and lemon trees1 #ci4 to destroy the cocus insect1 #ae4 ,lime trees1 situation in the green-house of1 #cab4 ,leaves1 bad effects of1 #ccb4 ,mildew on ,camellias1 c41 how to destroy1 #bb1 #bc4 #agc4 ,manure1 fermentation of1 #eb4 ,orange and ,lemon trees1 when to transplant1 #bhg4 how to prune1 #bhi4 ,plants1 criterion for repotting1 #abf4 of training climbing green-house1 #agf4 in summer the best situation for1 #bef4 ,pots1 method of draining flower1 #abf4 ,pruning1 good or bad effects of1 #bg4 various shrubs1 manner of1 #de4 ,china roses1 manner of1 #ahi4 climbing ever-blooming roses1 method of1 #aia4 roses1 #aie4 ,planting1 bad effects in1 #ccd1 state of the soil when1 #dh4 ,pink1 qualities of a fine1 #bgf4 ,perennials1 description of fine1 #acc4 ,parlours1 treatment of plants in1 #bh4 #ed4 #cdc4 ,repotting plants1 #ag4 #ce4 #da4 #eg4 #fa4 #afi4 ,roses1 how to retard the blooming of1 #aee4 finest sorts of1 #aef4 varieties of1 ib4 of fancy planting1 #aeg4 of mulching1 #aeh4 in ,june1 reasons for pruning1 #bgi4 nature of the soil for1 #cbc4 early1 how to have1 #cdd4 ,shutters1 benefit of1 #aj4 how to make1 #ccg4 ,slugs1 detect1 #be4 how to destroy1 #bfg4 ,stocks1 of procuring seed from flowering1 #agf4 ,shrubs1 of uncovering #abi4 pleasure and effect of1 #dh4 ,shrubs1 manner of planting1 #ej4 of supporting1 #ea4 of packing1 #ea4 ,snow on the houses1 bad effects of1 #cd4 ,syringes1 best kind of1 #ai4 ,syringing1 good effects of1 #ad4 #ai4 #cg4 #ci4 #aga4 ,tieing up plants1 method of1 #ai4 ,tubs for trees1 perforated1 #ei4 best kind of1 #bhh4 ,trees1 of heading down1 #ei4 of watering and arranging large1 #bei4 ,tanners' bark1 nature of1 #ccb4 ,tan-bed1 plunge the plants in the1 #cci4 ,tobacco for destroying insects1 decoction of1 #fj4 ,turf1 of laying1 #afj4 ,trellises1 of1 #aif4 ,tulip1 properties of a fine1 #bjc4 ,watering1 good or bad effects of1 #aa4 #ba4 #bi4 #cd4 #ef4 #eh4 ,water on hot-house plants1 effects of cold1 #ab4 ,watering-pot1 best kind of1 #aa4 ,wounds on trees1 composition for covering1 #agb4 ,white-washing the glass with whiting1 of1 #agc4 ,walks with turf1 of laying1 #bji4 ,wall-flowers1 how to propagate1 #bfh4 and stocks1 time of lifting1 #cjg4 ,,list ,,of ,,hardy ,,shrubs4 ,those marked thus 991 require protection in winter1 and those marked thus 1 shade in summer4 ,,am,,rpha1 ,bastard-indigo4 fruticsa1 shrubby4 ,,am,,gdalus1 ,almond4 nna1 dwarf4 pmila1 double-flowering4 arsica1 peach-leaved4 ,,andr,,meda4 all the species4 ,,az,,lea1 ,american honeysuckle4 all the hardy species4 ,,auc,,ba1 ,gold-tree4 japnica1 ,japan4 ,b,,xus1 ,box-tree4 two species4 ,,calyc,,nthus1 ,sweet-scented shrub4 flridus1 purple-flowered4 var4 var4 ,,cast,,nea1 ,chesnut-tree4 pmila1 dwarf4 ,c,,rcis1 ,judas-tree4 canadnsis4 ,,chion,,nthus4 ,fringe-tree4 virgnica1 common4 ,,cl,,thra4 all the hardy species4 ,c,,rnus1 ,dogwood4 flrida1 large-flowered4 sanginea1 bloody4 ,d,,phne4 mezerium1 red4 var4 var4 red1 white1 and purple4 ,,gord,,nia1 ,franklinia4 pubscens1 downy4 ,,hib,,scus1 ,altha4 syracus1 ,altha frutax4 var4 var4 ,,hydr,,ngea4 all the varieties4 99hortensis1 garden4 ,,lex1 ,holly4 var4 var4 ,,jasm,,num1 ,jasmine1 fruticns1 shrubby4 officinle1 climbing white4 ,,junip,,rus1 ,juniper4 sucica1 ,swedish4 virgnicus1 ,virginian4 ,k,,lmia1 ,american ,laurel4 gluca1 glaucous4 latiflia1 broad-leaved4 ,,la,,rus1 ,laurel4 99nbilis1 sweet-bay4 var4 var4 ,,lavend,,la1 ,lavender4 spca1 spike-flowered4 ,,magn,,lia4 purprea1 purple4 ,rbus1 slender4 grcilis4 grandiflra1 large-flowered4 var4 var4 thomsonina1 hybrid4 conspcua1 zoulan4 soulangena1 hybrid4 ,,philad,,lphus1 mock-orange4 grandiflra1 large-flowered4 mna1 dwarf4 variegtus1 variegated4 ,p,,nus1 ,pine or ,fir-tree4 balsmea1 balm of ,gilead4 ,,pinckn,,ya1 ,georgia bark-tree4 pbens1 downy4 ,,pr,,nus1 ,cherry4 99lusitnica1 ,portugal-laurel4 99laurocrasus1 ,english-laurel4 ,,rhodod,,ndron1 ,rose-bay4 catawhinse1 ,catawba4 daricum1 daurian4 var4 var4 pnticum1 pink4 var4 var4 mximum4 common4 ,,rh,s1 ,sumach4 cotnus1 mist-tree4 ,r,,bes4 aureum1 fragrant4 sanguneum1 bloody4 ,,rob,,nia1 ,locust-tree4 hspida1 rose-acacia4 ,s,,rbus4 hbrida1 mountain-ash--a beautiful shrub4 ,,spir,a4 tomentsa1 tomentose4 blla4 red flowered4 frtex4 shawy4 ,,symph,,ra1 ,snow-berry4 racemsa1 white-berried4 glomerta4 red-berried4 ,,syr,,nga1 ,lilac4 all the species4 ,t,,xus1 ,yew4 baccta4 hibrnica1 a handsome1 erect growing evergreen4 ,,th,,ja4 arbor-vit4 occidentlis1 ,american4 orientlis1 ,chinese4 ,t,,llia1 ,lime or ,linden-tree4 parviflia1 small-leaved4 coccnea1 scarlet4 ,,vib,,rnum4 oplus1 guelder-rose4 var4 var4 ,,list ,,of ,,annuals ,,that ,,may ,,be ,,sown ,,on ,a ,,hot-,,bed4 ,,amar,,nthus1 ,amaranth4 triclor1 three-coloured4 hypochondracus1 ,prince's-,feather4 caudtus1 love-lies-bleeding4 globbsus1 globe4 var4 var4 ,,balsam,,na1 ,ladies-slipper4 hortnsis1 garden4 var4 var4 ,,brow,,llia4 elta1 blue4 var4 white4 ,c,,nna1 ,indian-shot4 ndica1 ,indian4 ,,cel,,sia4 cristta1 cockscomb4 var4 var4 ,,ipom,a1 ,cypress-vine4 var4 var4 ,,mim,,sa4 sensitva1 sensitive-plant4 ,,stram,,nium4 purprea pleno double-blue4 alba white4 ,,schiz,,nthus4 pinntus and porrgens4 ,,ster4 chinnsis1 ,queen ,margaret's4 var4 var4 ,,calend,,la1 ,mary-gold4 ,african1 ,french4 dwarf and sweet-scented ,,xer,,nthemum of sorts4 ,,stocks1 #aj week varieties4 ,,hardy ,,annuals4 ,,alyssum1 white or sweet4 ,,ant,,rh,,num latiflia4 medum4 specisum4 versicolor4 ,,argeratum mexicanum4 odoratum4 ,,argemone1 of sorts4 ,,aster1 ,chinese1 of varieties4 ,,amaranthus1 do4 do4 ,,balsam1 do4 do4 ,,cacc,,lia ,coccinea4 ,,cent,,urea ,americna4 ,,calceolaria of sorts4 ,,cl,,skia1 pulchlla4 ,,celosia of sorts4 ,,calend,,la ,mary-,gold1 of sorts4 ,,candytuft1 of var4 ,,conv,,lvulus1 of var4 ,,coreopsis1 of var4 ,,gypsoph,,la elegans4 ,,hollyhock1 ,chinese1 of var4 ,,hawkweed1 of var4 ,,ipom,a1 do4 ,,larkspur1 dwarf-rocket4 ,,larkspur1 branching4 ,neapolitan4 ,,love-,,lies-,,bleeding4 ,,lupins1 of sorts4 ,,marvel of ,peru4 ,,mignonette1 sweet4 ,,marygold1 of sorts4 ,,nasturtium1 dwarf4 ,,nigella1 of var4 ,,oe,,nothera1 do4 do4 ,,pink ,indian4 ,,peas1 sweet1 of sorts4 ,,persic,,ria1 red and white4 ,,poppy1 double var4 ,,princess ,,feather4 ,,snap-,,dragon4 ,,stock1 ,prussian1 in var4 ,,sun-,,flower1 of var4 ,,sultan1 sweet4 ,,silene1 of sorts4 ,,venus' ,,looking-,,glass4 ,navel-,wort4 ,,xeranthehum1 of var4 ,,zinnia1 elegans4 of sorts4 ,we have not been minute in the list of annuals1 as they are generally known1 and a judicious selection adapted to this country may be found in the catalogue of ,d4 ,c4 ,landreth1 ,philadelphia1 or that of ,smith ,hogg1 ,new ,york4 ,,hardy ,,biennials4 ,,campanula spicta4 medium ,canterbury-bells4 lbida1 white4 ,,delph,,nium pctum4 ,,diait,,lis1 ,fox ,glove4 purprea4 lba4 ,,honesty1 or ,lunaria4 ,,honeysuckle1 ,french4 ,,horned ,,poppy4 ,h,,mea1 legans4 ,m,,lva ,,arb,,rea4 ,,mimulus1 of var4 ,,oe,,noth,,ra1 ,evening ,primrose4 elata1 tall4 suavolens1 sweet-scented4 spectbilis1 showy4 binnis1 common4 var4 var4 longiflra4 long-flower4 corymbsa1 corymbose4 ,,sil,,ne1 ,catch-fly4 multiflra1 many-flowered4 viscsa1 clammy4 divaricta1 avaricate4 ,,wall-,,flower1 bloody4 white4 yellow4 ,,table ,,of ,,soils4 ,the following compound of soils are adapted to the nature of the ,plants contained in this ,work4 ,the figures attached to the first species of each ,genus refer to the ,table of ,soils1 where the compost is in parts2 and where any figures occur in the same ,genus1 the species following are of the same nature4 ,,number4 ,savanna4 ,loam4 ,leaf4 ,sand4 ,manure4 #a #b - #a - - - - - - #b - - #c - #b - - - - #c - - #d - - - #a - #a #d - - #b - #a - - - - #e all - - - - - - - - #f #c - #a - - - - - - #g - - #c - #a - #a - - #h #d - #a - - - - - - #i - - #b - #b - #a - - #aj #a - #a - #a - - - - #aa - - #c - #b - #a - - #ab - - #c - #a - #a - #a #ac #b - #b - #a - - - #a #ad - - #d - - - #a - - #ae - - #d - #b - #a - - #af #d - - - #a - - - - #ag - - #e - #a - #a - #a #ah - - #a - #a - #a - - #ai #a - #a - - - - - - ,,remarks ,,on ,,the ,,nature ,,of ,,soils ,,used ,,in ,,the ,,above ,,table4 ,savanna soil--is of a dark colour1 with a large portion of white sand incorporated with it1 and is found frequently in ,new ,jersey4 ,a mixture of two-thirds black earth from the woods1 and one-third of pure white sand1 will be similar to it1 and may be used as a substitute1 but is not exactly of the same nature4 ,loam--is of a light brown colour1 and is that from old pastures or commons1 which should lie one year1 and be frequently turned before using4 ,it ought not to be from a clay bottom4 ,leaf mould--is that which is to be found on the surface of the ground in woods1 and is the decomposed leaves4 ,it may be termed nearly of first rate importance in vegetation4 ,sand--is a substance that is generally known1 and that which is found on the surface is decidedly the best4 ,if it is from a pit1 it must be spread out1 and frequently turned1 that it may assimilate with the atmosphere before using2--four months will be sufficient4 ,manure--before using1 must be decomposed to very fine particles4 ,it will require two years1 during which time it must be often turned1 and the longer it lays it will be the finer and more congenial4 ,,hibbert ,,and ,,buist1 ,,exotic ,,nurserymen ,,and ,,florists1 ,respectfully inform their friends and the public generally1 that in addition to the ,garden in ,thirteenth-street1 they have purchased the ,nursery ,grounds1 ,green-,houses1 c41 established by the late ,b4 ,m',mahon1 ,esq41 on the township line1 near the ,germantown road1 about three miles from the city1 where the propagation and cultivation of ,ornamental ,trees1 ,shrubs1 ,plants1 and ,flowers1 will hereafter be extensively carried on1 and improved in accordance to the increasing demand4 ,the ,thirteenth-street ,garden will be appropriated as a repository for the sale of plants and the receiving of orders4 ,a splendid collection of ,camellia ,japonica1 containing the most approved and distinct varieties2 also a very large selection of the most esteemed and beautiful ,roses4 ,their ,dahlias were selected by ,r4 ,buist1 last year1 from the finest collection in ,england1 together with many ,ornamental and other ,plants not surpassed for extent in the ,union4 ,orders at either of the establishments1 or per post1 will be duly received and punctually attended to4 ,transcriber notes3 ,all original typographical errors and inconsistencies other than the ones listed below are preserved in this version4 ,various spellings of ,alstroemeria have been made consistent4 ,,oe3 in this version1 is used to represent the oe ligature4 7a3 in this version1 is used to represent letter a with breve4 ,page vi3 replaced apppreciation' with appreciation ,page ix3 replaced and transplanting1 #cjb with and transplanting1 #cbj ,page #af-ag3 removed ,the ance4 ,page #ef3 replaced frequentl ycauses with frequently causes ,page #fc3 ,italicized ,a4 foetida for consistency4 ,page #if3 replaced comma with period in much water1 ,page #aji3 replaced sbrubs with shrubs ,page #add3 replaced beatiful with beautiful ,page #afj3 replaced firt with first ,page #afc3 replaced it it with it is ,page #ahg3 ,replaced second ,no4 #bg4 to ,no4 #bi4 to fix sequence ,page #bbd3 replaced end of the month1 with end of the month4 ,page #bbg3 replaced phyllnthodes with phyllanthodes ,page #bhj3 replaced seeif with see if ,page #bhb3 ,replaced intances with instances ,page #cjd3 ,replaced observatign with observation