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Phytolacca Decandra (Virginian Poke)
A very fine herbaceous plant,bearing bunches of pretty black berries. It requires a rich soil and plenty of room for its widespreading branches. Cuttings will strike under glass, or the seed may be so...
Nov 11, 2026
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Phyteuma Hallierii
A very pretty hardy perennial. It will thrive inany soil, blooms from May to August, and can be readily increased by seed or division. Height, 1-1/2 ft.
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Platystemon Californicus
Pretty hardy annuals which thrive in asandy soil. They are easily raised from seed sown in March or April, and bring forth their flowers in August. Height, 1 ft.
Nov 11, 2026
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Platycodon (Japanese Balloon Flower)
Hardy and elegant herbaceousplants, requiring a sandy soil. They may be raised either from seeds or from cuttings of the young growth; they flower in July. Height, 1 ft.
Nov 11, 2026
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Piping
This consists in drawing out the young grass, or shoots, fromthe joints of Pinks, etc., from May to July being the time for doing so. Place them in light, sandy soil, and cover them with a hand-glass....
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Pinus
As a tall specimen tree nothing is more graceful than theCorsican Pine (Pinus Laricio). P. Strobus Nana is a curious dwarf variety, rarely exceeding 3 ft. in height. The Argentea Aurea is also of dwar...
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Parsley
In order to grow Parsley to perfection it is necessary thatthe ground be well drained, as the roots and stems must be kept dry, and the soil should be rich and light. Three sowings may be made during...
Nov 11, 2026
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