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The flowers are both beautiful and curiously formed, but theplants have a stinging property. They grow well in any loamy soil, and are easily increased by seed sown in spring. Flowers are produced in...
Elegant dwarf climbers, suitableeither for the conservatory or for outdoor culture. They may also be used for bedding if planted thinly and kept pegged down; or may be grown in window-boxes. Height, 6...
This is an ornamental tree bearing longspikes of yellow flowers in July. It will grow in any soil, but requires a sheltered position, and may be increased by layers or root cuttings. Height, 10 ft.
These all do best in a light, sandy loam, and make goodplants for rock-work. L. Bipartita is suitable for an autumn sowing. The other annuals are raised in spring. L. Triornithophora is a biennial, an...
A rare, native, evergreen creeping perennial.From July to September it bears pale pink flowers; it makes a pretty pot-plant, and also does well in the open when planted in a shady position. It enjoys...
This succeeds best in rich, light mould. The LinumFlavum, or Golden Flax, is very suitable for pot culture; it grows 9 in. in height, and bears brilliant yellow flowers. It requires the same treatment...
A frame creeping perennial which flowers in June. Itrequires a light soil. Cuttings of the young wood may be struck under glass. Height, 1 ft.
A hardy perennial, evergreen trailer,needing no special culture, and adapting itself to any soil. It is increased by cuttings of the previous year's growth, placed in peat and silver sand, shaded and...