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Capsicum
Sow early in March in well-drained pots of rich, light,free mould; cover the seed with 1/2 in. of soil, and keep it constantly moist at a temperature of 65 degrees. When strong enough to handle put tw...
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CARAWAY
A biennial. Leaves used in soups, and the seeds inconfectionery and medicine.
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Babianas
Charming, sweet-scented flowers, suitable for either potcultivation or the border. In August or September place five bulbs in a well-drained 5-in. pot, using rich, light, very sandy soil; cover them c...
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Bahia Lanata
A hardy herbaceous plant of easy culture from seed sownin spring or autumn in any garden soil. It produces bright orange flowers from June to August. Height, 1 ft.
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Bahia Trolliifolia
This hardy herbaceous perennial will grow in anykind of soil. It flowers in August, and can be increased by division. Height, 1 ft.
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BALM
A hardy perennial. Makes a useful tea and wine for fevers.
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Balsams
The seeds of these tender annuals require to be sown inearly spring in a hot-house or a warm frame having a temperature of 65 to 75 degrees. When 2 or 3 in. high, or large enough to handle, prick off...
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Bambusa
The dwarf-growing Bamboos Fortunei variegata andViridi-striata make graceful edgings to borders or paths. The whole family like a rich, loamy, damp soil.
Nov 11, 2026
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