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A handsome hardy plant, suitable for a moist, shadysituation. It is raised from seed, or will bear dividing, but is rather hard to grow. Height, 6 in.
The main objects to bear in mind in Pruning any kind of bushor tree are to prevent a congested growth of the branches, to remove any shoots that cross each other, as well as all useless and dead wood,...
Beautiful early-flowering trees, which will grow in any soil,and can be increased by seeds or suckers.
This is very suitable for planting onthe borders of still waters, where its long frond-like leaves, which turn to a golden yellow in autumn, produce a fine effect. It blooms in June, and is propagated...
Hardy perennials that require but littleattention; may be grown in any common soil, and propagated by division at any time. They flower in April and May. Height, 1 ft.
This charming bulbous plant may begrown in any light, rich mould, provided it is drained well. The bulbs may be separated when the clumps get overcrowded, late in summer, after the tops have died down...
Valuable for soups and pies in winter, and in summer theyoung shoots are an excellent substitute for Asparagus. For their cultivation, see "Gourds."
A greenhouse deciduous shrub which flowers inAugust. The soil in which it is placed should be a light, rich loam. It can be most freely multiplied by layers, and cuttings will strike in sand under gla...
A hardy, deciduous, twining shrub, which will growin any soil, and may be increased by layers or by cuttings placed under glass. It flowers in July. Height, 10 ft.