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Effective little perennials for rock-work, growing best ina light, dry, sandy soil. The hardy kinds like an exposed position; rarer kinds should be grown in pots, as they need protection in winter. Th...
These hardy herbaceous plants are very suitable forrock-work or the front of a border. They are not particular as to soil; they flower in April, and may be propagated by seed or division. Height, 9 in...
A hardy herbaceous perennial,having fine foliage. It will grow in any good soil, but likes shade and moisture. It may be increased by dividing the roots at the end of the summer. The blooms are produc...
Boil 2 oz. of shag, or other strong tobacco, in a pintof water. Apply with a soft brush. This is a deadly poison to insects.
These stove and greenhouse plants require a rich soil. Theymay be increased by seed or division. They flower during June and July. Height, 6 in. to 9 in.
Plants may be transplanted as soon as they are largeenough to handle. They must be lifted carefully with a small trowel, or if they are very small, such as Golden Feather, with a still smaller blunt a...
A hardy herbaceous plant. Ina light, rich soil it will flower in July. Height, 1 ft. There are other varieties of Tradescantia; they all make good border plants, thrive in any situation, and are conti...