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DIRECTIONS FOR THE MANAGEMENT
OF THE PRINCIPAL
FLORIST FLOWERS, SHRUBS,
ADAPTED TO THE
FLOWER-GARDEN, SHRUBBERY, AND GREENHOUSE;
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OP THE FINEST ROSES, GERANIUMS, CARNATIONS, PINKS,
AURICULAS, POLYANTHUSES, TULIPS, DAHLIAS,
HEARTSEASE, &C. &C.
The whole arranged on a plan different from any work hitherto published.
BY THOMAS WILLATS, ESQ.
AMATEUR CULTIVATOR.
LONDON :
JAMES RIDGWAY AND SONS, PICCADILLY.
MDCCCXXXVI. '
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PREFACE.
OF all rational amusements the Cultivation of Plants is the most so. It promotes health, invi- gorates the animal spirits, and if persons are of a contemplative turn of mind, there is nothing so elevating to our ideas of beauty as the subject of Flowers, for whilst we are employed in view- ing the admirable productions of Nature, it ought at all times to lead us to the God of the Universe who formed them all. There is no work so well calculated to encourage useful reflections upon the subject of Flowers as the late Rev. James Hervey's " Meditations in the Flower Garden."
THE EDITOR.
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CONTENTS.
Selection of Plants ..... i
New Hardy Greenhouse Plants . . .214
A List of Roses 217
New Herbaceous Plants ..... 226
Carnations and Picotees ..... 228
Ornamental Trees . . . . . .231
A Selection of Auriculas ..... 232
A Selection of Tulips . . . . .236
A General List of Herbaceous Plants . . . 237
A Selection of Dahlias 257
Directions for the Management of Dahlias . . 259
A Selection of Pinks 260
Best Geraniums 263
Last new Geraniums . . . . .264
A Selection of Hearts-ease .... 266
American Shrubs . . . . . .267
A Selection of Polyanthuses . . . .271
Tender Annuals . . ... 272
Less tender Annuals . . . . .272
Hardy Annuals . . . . .273
A Selection of Biennials . . . . .274
A Selection of Perennials 275
A Selection of Cistinese, or Rock Rose . . 325
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Bulbous and Tuberous Roots . • , • .278 Shrubs and Ornamental Trees . . . .279 Evergreen Shrubs . . . . . .280
Hardy Climbers 281
Forest Trees .281
A general list of Shrubs and Flowers . . . 282 Flower Garden, directions for each Month . .286 Shrubs and Flowers, which blow in each Month . 312 General Observations . . . . . 32 1
APPENDIX. — A Selection of Cistineae, or Rock
Rose . .... 325 Botanical Index . ... . 347 English Index 354
PLATE I.
FIG. 1. — The Flower of a fine variegated Byblomen Tulip, about two-thirds of the natural size.
pIGt 2. — A Pip of a fine variegated Auricula.
FIG. 3.— A Pip of a fine Polyanthus.
FIG. 4. — A Bouquet, consisting of a Rose, Yellow Jessa- mine, Blue Bells, and a Passion Flower.
PLATE II.
FIG. 1 . — The Flower of a fine variegated (Scarlet Bizard) Carnation.
FIG. 2. — An empty calyx of the common size.
FIG. 3. — A calyx, or flower-pod of the above Carnation, tied with a small wetted bit of matting on the approach of bloom, to prevent its bursting.
FIG. 4.— A fine laced Pink, the same means used to pre- vent bursting as the Carnation.
ERRATA.
Page 25, for Heliotropum read Heliotropium.
27, for Lichnidea read Lychnidea.
36 and 213,/or Frustania read Frustanea.
4\,for Lupines read Lupine.
74, for Xiphoides read Xiphioides.
120, for Dictaraus read Dictamnus.
150,jfor Bearberry read Berberry.
173, for Speciolum read Speciosum.
191, for Frontignac read Frontiniac.
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SELECTION OF PLANTS.
1. ACHILLEA TOMENTOSA, or Woolly Milfoil.
THIS is a hardy Perennial for the borders ; it is increased by parting the roots in the spring. It affects a dry and open situation. It blows from June to October.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and was first brought to England in 1658.
This plant is of the 19th Class, under the head " Syn- genesia Superflua."
2. GAURA BIENNIS, or Biennial Gaura.
This herbaceous plant requires rather more trouble than many of this kind, from its being a Biennial ; it is increased by seed, and blows in the autumn.
It is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1762.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
3. ONONIS ROTUNDIFOLIA, or Round-leaved Rest Harrow.
This is a hardy plant, and raised by seed. It affects a sunny aspect, and will thrive well in the borders ; it blows in May and July.
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It is a native of Switzerland, and was first brought into England in 1570.
It belongs to the 1 7th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
4. PHLOX SUBULATA, Awl-leaved Phlox, or Lychnidea.
This is a hardy herbaceous plant, raised by cuttings in the summer, or by parting the roots in the spring.
It makes a pretty appearance in the borders, and should be planted in a sheltered situation.
It is a native of North America, and blows in April and May. It was first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head <l Pentan- dria Monogynia."
5. PRUNELLA GRANDIFLORA, or Great Flowered
Self-heal.
An herbaceous plant, easily propagated by parting the roots in the spring. It affects a sunny aspect.
It is a native of Austria, blows in July, and was first brought to England in 1713.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didyna- mia Gymnospermia."
6. ALYSSUM MONTANUM, or Mountain Alyssum. This is a hardy Perennial, raised either from seed or
cuttings. It delights in a loamy soil, and an open situa- tion.
It is a native of Germany, brought to England in 1759, and blows in July.
It belongs to the 15th Class, under the head " Tetra- dynamia Siliculosa."
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7. OROBUS VERNUS, or Bitter Spring Vetch.
This is a hardy Perennial, raised sometimes by seed, though usually propagated by parting the roots in the autumn. It thrives best in a mixture of peat and loam.
It is a native of the North of Europe, and first brought to England in 1 629.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
8. SOLIDAGO ODOR A, or Sweet-scented Golden Rod.
This is a hardy Perennial, and propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1763, and blows in July.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head tf Synge- nesia Superflua."
9. LYCHNIS ALPINA, or Alpine Lychnis.
A hardy herbaceous plant, propagated either by seed or parting the roots in the spring. It affects a sheltered si- tuation, and a light soil.
It is a native of the Alps of Europe, and first brought to England in 1753. It blows in April and May.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Pentagynia."
1 0. CERINTHE MAJOR, or Great Honey-wort.
This is a hardy Annual, the seeds of which should be sown the latter end of March or the beginning of April, in the open borders, the plants should be suffered to drop their seeds, or some of them, as they flower better than those sown in the spring.
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It is a native of Siberia, and was brought into England in 1596. It blows in July.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
11. HOUSTONIA CCFRULEA, or Blue-Jlowered Houstonia.
This plant is a tender Alpine ; and increased by parting the roots in July.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1785.
It blows in May and August, and belongs to the 4th Class, under the head " Tetrandria Monogynia."
12. OENOTHERA LONGIFLORA, or Long-leaved Oenothera.
This is a hardy Annual. A single plant will be enough to leave in a place for blowing. It will be necessary to support it by a stick, as it often rises nearly four feet high.
It affects a warm situation and a loamy soil. It is a native of South America, and blows in July.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
13. LOBELIA CARDINALIS, or Scarlet Cardinal Flower.
Though this is a hardy herbaceous plant, and will often produce seed in the open borders, yet it is safer to put a few pots of it into the Greenhouse, when the plants are in bloom, that the seed may ripen more freely, or a small hand-glass hung over the flower in the border, will answer the same purpose. It flourishes best in bog earth, and affects rather a shady aspect, the root sha jld be patted every spring.
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It is a native of Virginia, and brought into England in 1629. It blows in July and October.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
14. AGROSTEMMA FLOS Jovis, or Umbelled Rose Campion.
This is a hardy herbaceous plant, raised either by seed sown in March or April, or by parting the roots in the spring. It thrives well in almost any situation.
It is a native of Switzerland and blows in July. It was first brought to England in 1726.
It belongs to the 1 Oth Class, under the head " Decan- dria Pentagynia."
15. OENOTHERA FRUTICOSA, or Shrubby Oenothera.
This is a hardy Perennial, propagated either by seed sown in March, or parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of North America, and first brought into England in 1739.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
16. CENTAUREA AUREA, or Golden Centaury, or Knapweed.
This is- also a hardy herbaceous plant, and easily in- creased by parting the roots in the spring, it thrives best in an open situation. It is a native of the South of Eu- rope, and first brought into England in 1758.
It blows in July, and belongs to the 1 9th Class, under the head " Syngenesia Frustranea."
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17. SAXIFRAGA ROTUNDIFOLIA, or Round-leaved Saxifrage.
This is a hardy Perennial, propagated by parting the roots in the autumn ; it affects a moist and shady situation, and thrives best in a loamy soil. The bloom is a single white, beautifully spotted, and flowers in June.
It is a native of the Alps of Europe, and first brought into England in 1597.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Digynia."
18. DIANTHUS SUPERBUS, or Superb Pink.
This plant should be kept in a pot, as it will require shelter in the winter months. It is sweet-scented, and raised by seed in the spring, but it being a Biennial of course it will not blow till the second year.
It is a native of Europe, and was first brought into England in 1629. The bloom makes its appearance in July.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head "Decan- dria Trigynia."
19. PHLOX OVATA, or Oval-leaved Phlox.
This is a hardy herbaceous plant, and is propagated by- parting the roots in the spring. It affects a sandy loam, and thrives best in rather a shady aspect. It blows in May and June.
It is a native of North America, and was first brought into England in 1790.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head "Pentandria Monogynia."
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20. COREOPSIS VERTICILLATA, or Whorled Coreopsis.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows from July to October, and is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Frustranea."
21. SAPONARIA OCYMOIDES, or Basil Soap-wort.
This plant is extremely hardy, and thrives luxuriantly in almost any situation ; it is propagated by parting the roots, or cuttings. The bloom is pale pink, and flowers from June to August.
It is a native of Switzerland, and was first brought to England in 1768.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Digynia."
22. OXALIS VERSICOLOR, or Striped flowered wood Sorrel.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, but will with care grow in the open ground, if planted in a warm situation, at any rate it should be sheltered in the winter. If it is shaded whilst in bloom it will appear to more advantage, as it always looks best before the blossom expands, which it readily does when exposed to the sun.
In order to have a succession of these plants, the way is to plant the pea-like tubera or knobs by which the plant is propagated in pots filled with loam and bog earth.
It blows in March and April, and is a native of the Cape.
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It was first brought into England in 1774, and belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decandria Pentagynia."
23. PULMONARIA ViRGiNiCA, or Virginian Lungwort.
This is a hardy herbaceous plant, and flowers in the open borders in the month of April, and continues till the end of May. It requires a situation moderately sheltered, as the cold easterly winds in March are very apt to deface it. It affects a soil of a loamy nature, mixed with a little drift sand, and is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Virginia, and was first introduced into England in 1699.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
24. SANGUINARIA CANADENSIS, or Canada Bloodwort.
This is a hardy Perennial, increased by parting the roots in the spring or autumn. It flowers in April, and thrives best in rather a shady situation ; the proper soil in which it succeeds best is bog earth.
(E^p" The root of this plant throws out a juice of a bright red, or orange colour, and the Indians are said to paint themselves with it.
This is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1680.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Poly- andria Monogynia."
25. PHLOX DIVARICATA, or Early Flowering Lychnidea. This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in April and May, and is readily increased, either by cuttings or parting the roots. It succeeds best in a pure air, and a situation moderately dry.
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This is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1758.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head et Pentan- dria Monogynia."
26. RANUNCULUS GRAMINEUS, or Grass-leaved Crowfoot.
This perennial is perfectly hardy, and flowers in April, if the season is mild. The way to increase it is by parting the roots in the autumn, and thrives best in a shady situa- tion.
It is a native of Britain, and was first brought into notice in 1801.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Polygynia."
27. AITONIA CAPENSIS, or Cluster-leaved Aitonia.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, raised from the berry only ; it affects a light, loamy soil, and in the summer loves a shady aspect. It blows in May, and continues in bloom till August.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 16th Class, under the head " Mona- delphia Octandria."
28. SOPHORA TETRAPTERA, or Wing-podded Sophora* This is properly a hardy greenhouse plant, though with care, it would succeed in a warm situation in the open ground ; and if planted against a western wall, and covered carefully in the winter with a mat, there would be very little .fear of losing it. It usually produces seed-ves- sels, but may be raised by cuttings. The soil should be u2
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moderately stiff. The bloom generally makes its appear- ance in June, and continues blowing till August.
It is a native of New Holland, and first brought to England in 1772.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decandria Monogynia."
29. DRABA AIZOIDES, or Hairy-leaved Whitlow Grass.
This plant thrives best among rock- work. It blossoms in March and April, and requires but little moisture. It may be planted in a pot, with a mixture of drift sand and a light earth, with small stones put round the plant, and it will succeed very well.
This is a native of Britain, and first taken into notice in 1778.
It belongs to the loth Class, under the head " Tetra- dynamia Siliculosa."
30. CORNUS CANADENSIS, or Canadian Dogwooa.
This is a hardy perennial, and thrives best in bog earth ; it affects a shady situation, and blows in July.
It is a native of Canada, and first brought into England in 1774.
It belongs to the 4th Class, under the head " Tetandria Monogynia."
31. LAMIUM ORVALA, or Dead Nettle.
This is a hardy Perennial, and is propagated either by seed sown in March or April, or by parting the roots ; it flowers in the month of April, and continues in bloom till the latter end of June.
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It is a native of Italy, and first brought to England in 1629.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head «< Didy- namia Gymnospermia."
32. KALMIA LATIFOLIA, or Broad-leaved Kalmia.
This is a hardy American shrub, and thrives best in bog earth ; the situation should be rather shady, and a pure air is best for it. It is raised by seed, and blows in May or June.
This plant is a native of North America, and first intro- duced into England in 1 734.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Monogynia."
33. HYPERICUM CORIS, or Heath-leaved St. John's Wort.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, and flowers nearly all the summer. It is propagated by cuttings.
This is a native of the South of Europe, and was brought into England in 1640.
It belongs to the 18th Class, under the head «* Polya- delphia Polyandria."
34. SOLIDAGO MEXICANA, [or Mexican Golden Rod.
This is a hardy perennial, and affects a loamy soil and an open situation. It blows in July and August with a bright yellow blossom, and is propagated by parting the roots.
This is a native of Mexico, and brought first to England in 1697.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
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35. AZALEA NUDIFLORA, or Scarlet Azalea.
This beautiful plant, or American shrub, requires a situ- ation rather moist, and the proper soil is bog earth ; it is usually propagated by layers, which must not be removed too soon from the mother plant, otherwise they will not be sufficiently rooted. It flowers in June.
This is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1734.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia.''
36. SALVIA AUREA, or Golden Sage.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, and readily increased by cuttings. It is generally in bloom from May to Sep- tember.
It is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 2d Class, under the head " Diandria Monogynia."
37. IXIA CROCATA, or Saffron- coloured Ixia,
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, and flowers in May and June. It is usually propagated by offsets. This plant affects a light, loamy soil; and, when set out in the summer months, it should be placed in a sheltered situation.
It is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1758.
It belongs to the 3d Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
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38. CORONILLA VALENTINA, or Rue-leaved Coronilla.
This is also a hardy greenhouse plant, and blows in April and May. Some of the plants may be placed in a warm sheltered border, and matted up in winter like myrtles. This plant is increased by seed or cuttings. The soil should be light, as too much moisture will injure it.
It is a native of Spain, and was brought to England in 1566.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head "Diadel- phia Decandria."
39. SELAGO OVATA, or Oval-spiked Selago.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, and raised by cuttings ; *t blossoms in June and July, and thrives best in a light soil.
It is a native of the Cape, and was first introduced into England in 1774.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Angiospermia."
40. ORNITHOGALUM AUREUM, or Golden Star Flower.
This is properly a greenhouse plant, which blows in June, and is propagated by offsets from the bulbs. It thrives best in a light soil, and in the summer months it should be placed in an open situation.
(gp^ If the bloom is cut off, and put into a phial of nitred water, it will long display its beauty.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
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41. PRIMULA MARGINATA, or Silver-edged Primrose.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in April ; it should be planted in a stiffish loam, mixed with one-third of rotten leaves and bog earth, then plunge the pot into a north border ; it is increased by parting the roots early in the spring.
This plant is a native of Switzerland, arid first brought to England in 1777.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
42. CYPRIPEDIUM PARVIFLORUM, or Yellow Ladies
Slipper.
This is a hardy Perennial, but should be kept in a pot, and plunged in a north border, sheltering it from the cold. It thrives best in loam and bog earth, and when in bloom should be shaded from the mid-day sun. It blossoms in June.
This plant is a native of North America, and first intro- duced into England in 1 809.
It belongs to the 20th Class, under the head <l Gynandria Diandria."
43. SAXIFRAGA CRASSIFOLIA, or Oval-leaved Saxifrage.
This is likewise a hardy Perennial, increased by parting the roots early in the autumn. It blows in April and May.
Is a native of Siberia, and was first brought to England in 1766.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decandria Digynia."
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44. INDIGOFERA CANDICANS, or White-leaved Indigo.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows in June 5 it thrives best in loam and bog earth, and is propagated by seed or cuttings.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought into Eng- land in 1774.
It belongs to the 1 7th Class, under the head " Diadelphia Decandria.''
45. RANUNCULUS ACRIS FLORE-PLENO, or Double upright Crowfoot.
This is a hardy Perennial for the borders, and increased by parting the roots in the spring. It succeeds best in a loamy soil, and blows in June and July.
It is a native of Britain, and first came into notice in 1785.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyandria Polygynia."
46. ORNITHOGALUM NUTANS, or Neapolitan Star of Bethlehem.
This is a hardy bulb, and blows in the month of April in the open borders. It is increased by offsets or seed, and affects a light soil.
This is a native of Britain, and first brought into notice in 1774.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
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47. ANEMONE HEPATICA var. FLO-PLENO, or Double blue Hepatica.
This Perennial is hardy, and delights in shade ; it thrives best in a light, loamy soil, and should be seldom moved, as it is apt to die. It blows in March and April. Some seed from the single plant should be saved, in order to get a variety.
It is a native of Switzerland, and first introduced into England in 1569.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyandria Polygynia."
48. MONARDA DIDYMA, or Scarlet Monarda.
This Perennial is very hardy, and blows in July. A light soil and an open situation suits it best. It is in- creased by parting the roots in the spring or autumn.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1755.
It belongs to the 2nd Class, under the head " Dyandria Monogynia."
49. TRIFOLIUM SPADICEUM, or Bay-coloured Trefoil.
This is a hardy Biennial, to be sown in the spring, and will often blow the first year. The bloom is beautiful, and makes its appearance in June.
It is a native of Europe, and first introduced into Eng- land in 1778.
It belongs to the 1 7th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
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50. RANUNCULUS ACONITIFOLIUS, or Fair Maid of France. This is a hardy Perennial, increased by parting the roots
in the spring. It blows in May and June, loves a pure air, and rather a shady aspect.
(gjF" As all this tribe are liable to be injured by a small fly, called Musca Ranunculi, the plants should be often examined.
It is a native of the Alps of Europe, and first brought to England in 1597.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Polygynia."
51. ANTIRRHINUM ALPINUM, or Alpine Toad Flax, or
Snap Dragon.
This is not a very hardy Perennial, and should be kept in pots, keeping them dry through the winter months.
It blows in July and August. This is a native of Switzerland, and first introduced into England in 1570.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didyna- mia Angiospermia."
This plant is now named " Linaria Alpina."
52. GERANIUM ANEMONEFOLIUM, or Anemone-leaved Cranes Bill.
This is not a very hardy Perennial, but it thrives best in a light loamy soil. It is increased by seed or cuttings, and blows in June. It should be kept in pots to secure it from the frost, and cold winds, but especially snow, as the latter often destroys plants, when they will survive frosts.
This is a native of Madeira, and first brought into England in 1778.
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It belongs to the 1 6th Class, under the head " Mona- delphia Decandria."
53. SISYRINCHIUM IRIDIOIDES, or Iris-leaved Sisyrinchium.
This is properly a greenhouse plant, though some of them may be placed in a south border, and sheltered from the cold. It may be increased from cuttings, or by seed' and blows in May or June,
It is a native of Bermudas, and was first brought to England in 1767.
It belongs to the *20th Class, under the head " Gynan- dria Triandria."
54. EUPATORIUM Co^LESTiNUM, or Blue-flowered Agrimony.
This is a hardy Perennial, and blows in July and August. It is propagated by parting the roots in the spring, or by seed.
It is a native of North America, and first introduced into England in 1732.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia
55. FUCHSIA COCCINEA, or Scarlet Fuchsia. This is a hardy greenhouse plant, and may be raised from seed, or increased by cuttings. It sometimes loses its leaves in the winter when not in the greenhouse, but will put forth leaves again in the spring. This plant if properly sheltered during the winter months, might stand out in the borders. The bloom generally makes its appearance in June or July.
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It is a native of Chili, and first brought to England in 1788.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
56. LYSIMACHIA BULBIFERA, or Bulb-bearing Loose-strife. This is a hardy Perennial, and thrives best in a boggy or
swampy soil. After it has done flowering, it produces its seed or bulbs of an unusual form, from the alae of the leaves, which falling off in October (when the plant decays), produce young plants the next year.
It produces its bloom in July. It is a native of North America, and first introduced into England in 1781.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
57. TRADESCANTIA VIRGINICA, or Virginian Spider Wort.
This is also a hardy Perennial, raised from seed sown in the spring, which produces a great variety; it may likewise be increased by parting the roots.
It blows in June, and thrives best in peat and loam. It is a native of North America, and first brought into England in 1629.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
58. ANTHYLLIS TETRAPHILLA, or ^-leaved Lady's Finger.
This is a pretty Annual, to be sown thin in the borders in March or April, and blows in June or July.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and brought first into England in 1640.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
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59. SYSIMACHIA ANGUSTIFOLIA, or Narrow-leaved Loose-strife.
This is a hardy Perennial which blows in July, and succeeds best in a loamy soil. It should be kept rather moist, and placed in an open situation. The bloom is white.
It is a native of North America, and first brought into England in 1800.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
60. ERYNGIUM ALPINUM, or Alpine Eryngo.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June, with a blue blossom. It thrives best in a loamy soil, though it should not be kept too moist.
It is a native of Switzerland, and first brought to England in 1752.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Digynia."
61. SILENE PENDULA, or Pendulous Catch-Fly.
This is a hardy Annual, and should be sown in the open borders in March. It blows in June, and makes a pretty appearance with other flowers.
It is a native of Sicily, and first brought to England in 1732.
It belongs to the I Oth Class, under the head " Decan- dria Trigynia."
62. LATHYRUS SATIVUS, or Blue-flowered Chickling Fetch.
This is also a hardy Annual, to be sown in March, and makes a pretty variety in the borders ; it blows in June.
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It is a native of the South of Europe, and first intro- duced into England in 1739.
It belongs to the 1 7th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
G3. CAMPANULA VERSICOLOR, or Various-coloured Campanula.
This is a hardy^Perennial, increased by parting the roots in the spring, and loves rather a shady aspect. It thrives best in a sandy loam, and blows in July.
It is a native of Greece, and first brought to England in 1795.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia.''
64. SEDUM ANACAMPSEROS, or Evergreen Orpine.
This is a hardy Perennial, and thrives best in a rocky soil, or on a wall ; it is raised either by cuttings or parting the roots. It blows in July, with a purple flower.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first introduced info England in 1569.
It belongs to the 1 Oth Class, under the head " Decan- dria Pentagynia."
65. HYACINTHUS RACEMOSUS, or Starch Hyacinth.
This hardy Perennial, though small, is worth cultivating, as it makes a pretty variety in the borders ; it blows with a blue flower in June.
It is necessary to place a tally by it, or it will be liable to be lost. It is increased by off-sets .
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1 596.
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It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia."
66. IBERIS GIBRALTARICA, or Gibraltar Candituft.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, though some plants may be placed in a sheltered situation in the garden, but it will be necessary to guard it from the severity of the winter ; it should have but little water in the winter, and preserved from snow, as that would destroy it. It blows in June.
It is a native of Spain, and first brought to England in 1732.
It belongs to the 15th Class, under the head " Tetrady. namia Siliculosa."
67. ALYSSUM DELTOIDEUM, or Purple Alyssum, or
Madwort.
This a hardy Perennial, increased by parting the roots in the spring ; it delights in a dry, sandy soil, and blows in April, and continues till June.
It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to England in 1739.
It belongs to the 15th Class, under the head " Tetrady- nainia Siliculosa."
This plant is now named the " Tarsetia."
68. SCILLA CAMPANULATA, or Spanish Squill.
This is a hardy Perennial, raised either by seeds or off- sets ; it blows in the month of May, and is of easy culti- vation.
It is a native of Spain, and first introduced into England in 1759.
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It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head <( Hexandria Monogynia.''
69. AMARYLLIS VITTATA, or Superb Amaryllis. This is a greenhouse plant, and well worth cultivating,
it being extremely beautiful when in flower ; it is increased either by seed or offsets, and blows in June.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1769.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
70. ALYSSUM UTRICULATUM, or Bladder-podded
Alyssum, or Madwort.
This is a hardy and beautiful Perennial, increased by seeds or slips, and blows in June. It affects a light soil.
It is a native of the Levant, and first introduced into England in 1739.
It belongs to the 15th Class, under the head " Tetrady- namia Siliculosa."
It is now called " Versicaria Utriculata."
7 1 . HYACINTHUS COMOSUS, or Grape Hyacinth.
This is a hardy bulb for the borders, and usually propa- gated from offsets. It being a small bulb, it will require a tally, as it is liable to be lost. It thrives best in a light soil, and blows in May.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia/'
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72. ADONIS VERNALIS, or Spring Adonis*
This is a hardy Perennial, and readily cultivated by parting the roots in the spring, and may also be increased by seed, It blows in April with a bright yellow flower.
It is a native of Europe, and first brought into England in 1731.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Poly- andria Polygynia."
73. GLADIOLUS CARDIIVALIS, or Superb Corn Flag.
This is a greenhouse plant, increased by offsets. It blows in June, and is a beautiful plant when it blows well. It thrives best in bog earth.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia/'
74. HYPERICUM BALEARICUM, or Warty St. Johns Wort.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, and increased by cut- tings ; it thrives best in a loamy soil, and blows in June and July.
It is a native of Majorca, and first brought to England in 1714.
It belongs to the 1 8th Class, under the head " Poly- adelphia Polyandria."
75. KALMIA HIRSUTA, or Hairy Kalmia.
This plant should be kept in a pot, and placed in the greenhouse during the winter, and in the summer months should be placed in a sheltered situation, as it is a very
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delicate and rare plant. The best soil for it is bog-earth, as it is usually found in moors and heaths. It blows in August, and is raised from cuttings.
It is a native of Carolina, and first introduced into Eng- land in 1736.
It belongs to the I Oth Class, under the head " Decan- dria Monogynia."
76. MONARDA FISTULOSA, or Variegated Crimson Monarda.
This is a hardy Perennial, and increased by parting the roots in the spring or autumn. It blows from June to September.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1656.
It belongs to the 2d Class, under the head " Diandria Monogynia."
77. ALSTROEMERIA PELEGRINA, or Spotted-flowered Alstroemeria.
This is a tender, but beautiful Perennial, generally raised by seed sown in a pot of light earth, on a gentle hotbed, though it may be increased by parting the roots. It is usually treated as a hardy greenhouse plant, and blows in June.
It is a native of Peru, and first brought to England in 1754.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head <f Hexandria Monogynia."
78. HELIOTROPUM PERUVIANUM, or Persian Turnsole. This is a greenhouse plant, raised from seed or cuttings, it should be kept moist in hot weather.
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There are two sorts, one white and the other purple, both very fragrant ; resembling the smell of peach kernels, and blows in May.
It is a native of Peru, and was first brought to England in 1757.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
79, PLANTAGO ASIATICA, or Siberian Plantain. This is a hardy Perennial, which rises from 1 8 inches
to 2 feet, and makes a pretty appearance with other plants, it is raised from seed, and thrives best in a strong loamy soil, it blows in June, with a white blossom.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1787.
It belongs to the 4th Class, under the head " Tetrandria Monogynia."
80. LOTUS TETRAGONOLOBUS, Birtfs-foot Trefoil,
or Winged Pea.
This is a hardy Annual, and blows in July, it thrives best in a sandy loam.
It is a native of Sicily, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
81. ROBINIA GLUTINOSA, or Clammy Acacia.
This is a beautiful tree, and perfectly hardy, it flowers in June and July, and may readily be increased by grafting it on the common Acacia.
It is a native of Carolina, and first brought into Eng- land in 1788.
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It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head "Diadel- phia Decandria."
82. ANTHOLYZA J^THIOPICA, or Flag-leaved Antholyza.
This is a beautiful greenhouse plant, and is increased either by seeds or by offsets. It succeeds best in a light loam mixed with bog earth, and blows in June.
It is a native of the Cape, and first introduced into England in 1759.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head *< Triandria Monogynia."
83. CLEMATIS FLAMULA, or Sweet-scented Virgin's Bower.
This is a hardy creeper, which blows with a white blos- som in June and July, it is propagated either from seeds or layers. It is an excellent plant to run over fences, and makes a pretty appearance.
It is a native of the south of Europe, and first brought into England in 1697.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head «' Polyan- dria Polygynia."
84 PHLOX STOLONIFERA, or Creeping Lichnidea.
This plant is very ornamental in rock work, it should be placed in a sheltered situation, and if planted in a pot, and placed on a flower stand, the bloom, which is blue, if per- mitted to hang down will make a beautiful appearance. It is increased by cuttings, and blows in May and June.
This is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
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85. C AC A LEA COCCINEA, or Scarlet- flowered Cacalea.
This is what is termed a half hardy Annual, it is raised in a moderate hotbed in the Spring, and planted in the open borders about the middle of June, where it will ripen its seeds. It blows in July.
It is a native of South America, and first introduced into England in 1798.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia ./Equalis."*
86. CLEMATIS VITICELLA, or Purple Virgins Bower.
This is a beautiful climber, and blows in June and July. It is raised by seed or layers.
It is a native of Spain, and first brought to England in 1569.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Poly- andria Polygynia."
tSU^ There is another, but it is more scarce, called " Clematis Florida Pleno, or the Double White."
87. IXIA FALCATA, or Sickle-leaved Ixia.
This is a bulb about the size of a pea, and is propa- gated either by seed or offsets. It requires a small pot, and will thrive in no soil so well as in bog earth, like the rest of this tribe. When the bloom is gone it should be kept from moisture, otherwise it will soon rot. It should be placed in the greenhouse through the winter, and when set out
* All Annuals raised in hot-beds, and afterwards planted out ia the borders to blow, are termed half-hardy Annuals.
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with other plants in the summer months, it should stand in a sheltered aspect. It blows in April and May.
It is also a native of the Cape, and first introduced into England in 1787.
It belongs to the 3d Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
88. GLADIOLUS QUADRANGULARIS, or Narrow-leaved Corn Flag.
This is a greenhouse plant, which flowers in May, it is easily propagated by offsets ; but as most of the Cape plants thrive best in bog earth, this is one of them that must be planted in it. It must be guarded from cold wind even in the summer months.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought into Eng- land in 1798.
It belongs to the 3d Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
89. CYANELLA CAPENSIS, or Blue-lowered Cyanella.
This is also a greenhouse plant, and requires the same treatment as other Cape bulbs. It flowers in June and July.
This is a native of the Cape, and first brought to Eng- land in 1768.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
90. ANTIRRHINUM TRIONITHOPHORUM, Three Birds
Heads, or Snap Dragon.
This is a hardy Perennial, and is increased either by uttings or parting the roots. Some of them should be kept in the greenhouse in the winter, as it is rather more tender than many of this tribe. It blows in June.
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It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1779.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didyna- mia Angiospermia."
(g^~ This Plant is now called " Linaria Triornitho- phora.''
91. GLADIOLUS WATSONIUS, or Watsons Scarlet- flowered Corn Flag.
This a beautiful greenhouse plant, and blows in April, it should be planted in bog earth, and managed in all re- spects as the Ixias.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought into Eng- land in 1791.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
92. IXIA PATENS, or Crimson Ma.
This is also a beautiful greenhouse plant, increased by offsets ; it should be planted in bog earth, and preserved from cold winds during the summer months. It blows in April and May.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought into Eng- land in 1779.
It belongs to the 3d Class, under the head "Triandria Monogynia."
93. ZINNIA ELEGANS, or Purple-flowered Zinnia.
This is a half-hardy Annual, to be sown in the spring on a moderate hot-bed, and by the latter end of May, should be planted out, where they will make a conspicuous figure till destroyed by the frost. They blow in July.
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This is a native of Mexico, and first brought into Eng- land in 1795.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua.''
94. ATRAGENE ALPINA, or the Alpine Atragene.
This shrub is propagated by seed and layers, and will bear the severest frost of this climate. It affects a loamy soil, and blows in June.
It is a native of Europe, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Polygynia."
95. IRIS TUBEROSA, or Snake's Head Iris.
This plant is perfectly hardy, and affects an eastern aspect. The root should be checked from descending too deep, as in that case it seldom produces flowers. It is propagated by offsets from the bulb, and blows in April and May. The roots should not be long out of the ground.
It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to Eng- land in 1597.
It belongs to the 3d Class, under the head *' Triandria Monogynia."
96. ASTER AMELLIS, or Italian Starwort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows with a blue flower in September; it affects a dry soil, and open situation. It is propagated by seed or parting the roots.
It is a native of the south of Europe, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
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97. ZINNIA TENUIFLORA, or Slender flowered Zinnia.
This is a beautiful Annual, but should be raised in a moderate hotbed; and when strong enough, about the latter end of May, should be planted out in the borders, though some should be put in pots, as they make a pretty variety with other plants on a stage. It blows in July.
It is a native of South America, and first brought to England in 1799.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head '* Synge- nesia Superflua."
(£^~ There are also the Pauci/lora, with yellow flowers, the Multitfora, with red flowers, and the Verticillata, or the whorl-leaved; besides the Elegans, No. 93 of this selection ; all of which are Annuals, and are very pretty.
98. IXIA EXCISA, or Dwarf Ixia.
This is a greenhouse plant, propagated by offsets from the bulb, and it blows in May. It should be planted in bog earth, and sheltered from cold winds in the summer.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to Eng- land in 1798.
It belongs to the 3d Class,, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
99. GLADIOLUS ALATUS, or Winged-flowered Corn Flag.
This is also a greenhouse plant, which blows in June, and should be managed the same as the Ixias.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to Eng- land in 1796.
It belongs to the third Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
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There is a great variety of this Plant, arid many •of them are exceedingly beautiful.
100. CHRYSANTHEMUM COCCINEUM, or Scarlet-flowered Chrysanthemum.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August, and is propagated from seed on parting the roots.
It is a native of Iberia, and first Brought to England in 1804.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
There are 1 9 more of this Genus.
101. GLADIOLUS RECURVUS, or Violet-scented Corn Flag.
This is a greenhouse plant, and flowers in June. Bog earth is the only soil it will thrive well in. The Gladioluses should be all sheltered when in bloom.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
(Sir3 The smell of this plant resembles the Violet, or Orris Root.
102. CYTISUS CAPITATUS, or Yellow-headed Cytisus.
This is a hardy shrub, but very pretty, and blows in June. It should be planted in an open situation, and is usually increased by layers.
It is a native of Austria, and first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
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103. ASTER ACRIS, or Acrid Star Wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in September, with a pale purple blossom, and is propagated either by seed or by parting the roots.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
104. MAHERNIA INCISA, or Cut-leaved Mahernia.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, and is propagated by seed or cuttings. It requires a light loamy soil, and blows in July.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1792.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head '* Pentan- dria Pentagynia."
1 05. OENOTHERA PUMILA, or Dwarf Oenothera.
This is a hardy Perennial, raised by seed, or increased by dividing the roots in the spring. It blows in May and June.
It is a native of Ndrth America, and first brought to England in ] 757.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
106. CONVOLVULUS ALTH^OIDES, or Silky-leaved Bind Weed.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, though if properly sheltered through the winter it may be planted in the
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border. It blows in June, and is propagated either by cuttings or by parting the roots.
It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to England in 1656.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
107. HIBISCUS SPECIOSUS, or Superb Hibiscus.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, but will survive the winter in the open ground, unless it should be severe. It blows in June, and ripens its seed best under a glass. It may be increased by cuttings.
It is a native of South Carolina, and first brought to England in 1778.
It belongs to the 16th Class, under the head "Mona- delphia Polyandria."
108. IRIS PERSIC A, or Persian Iris.
This is rather a tender Perennial, and blows best in a pot of sandy loam, and kept in the coolest part of the green- house to* blow, though it will survive our winters unless very severe. It blows in March and April, and is increased by seed, or from offsets.
{gOT* A few of the blooms will scent a room.
It is a native of Persia, and first brought to England in 1629.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
109. RUDBECHIA PURPUREA, or Purple Rudbechia.
This is a hardy Perennial, and flowers very freely. It blows in July and August, and is increased by parting the roots.
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It is a native of North America, and first brought tc* England in 1699.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Frustrania."
110. TROLLIUS AMERICANUS, or American Globe Flower.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June, and is increased by parting the roots.
It is a native of America, and first brought to England in 1805.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Polygynia."
111. CYCLAMEN COUM, or Round-leaved Cyclamen.
This is a Perennial which should be placed in a north border, and planted in bog earth and loam. In the winter it should have a hand-glass over it, and in the spring also when it is in bloom. This plant is often kept in a pot, so that it may when in bloom decorate the parlour. It is in- creased by seed, sown in pots and boxes, and covered half an inch deep with fine mould, placing them where they can enjoy the morning- sun till September, when they should be removed to a warmer situation.
, It blows in March, and is a native of the South of Europe. It was first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
112. CYTISUS PURPUREUS, or Purple-flowered Cytisus. This is a hardy shrub, and propagated by layers. It blows in June, and is a native of Austria. It was first brought to England in 1790.
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It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
1 13. HIBISCUS TRIOMJM, Bladder Hibiscus, or Ketmia.
This is a hardy Annual, and if allowed to shed some of its seeds, will produce early blooms, but what are sown, should be sown at different seasons, so as to have a suc- cession It is pretty, and well worth cultivating.
It blows in June and July, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 16th Class, under the head " Mona- delphia Polyandria."
] 1 4. SEDUM POPULIFOLIUM, or Poplar- leaved Stone Crop.
This plant is perfectly hardy, and loses its verdure in winter. It blows in July, and is easily cultivated by cuttings.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1780.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Pentagynia."
115. HYDRANGEA ARBORESCENS, or Shrubby Hydrangea.
This is a hardy shrub, and propagated chiefly by parting the roots in October. It blows in July and August, and prefers a moist soil. Should the frost kill the stalks, there will be new ones make their appearance in the spring.
It is a native of Virginia, and first brought to England in 1736.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Digynia."
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116. HYDRANGEA HORTENSIS, or Changeable Hydrangea.
This shrub will survive the winter in the open border, provided it is sheltered from the frosts by a glass or mat- ting ; the stalks may be killed, though the root will be secure. It is safer to cut the stems down, and cover the root with rotten tan, but it is best to keep a few in the greenhouse during the winter, they will then blow earlier and stronger. It blows in June, and will continue till October. It is propagated from cuttings, affects a loamy soil, requires to be kept moist, and to have plenty of pot- room.
It is a native of China, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1788.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Digynia."
1 1 7. ILLICIUM FLORID ANUM, or Red-flowered Anniseed Tree.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows in April, and continues till July. It thrives best in a light loamy soil, and is propagated by layers or seed.
It is a native of Florida, and first brought to England in 1766.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Polygynia."
118. ERICA ALBENS, or Pallid Heath.
This is a greenhouse plant, which blows in April, and continues to the end of June. It is readily increased by cuttings. All this tribe thrive best in peat earth. Most
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of the Ericas are natives of the Cape, and this plant is one of them.
It was first brought to England in 1792.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
119. ILLICIUM PARVIFLORUM, or Small Yellow-Jlowered Anniseed Tree.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows in May, and continues till July. It affects a light loam, and is increased by layers or seed.
It is a native of Florida, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Polygynia."
120. GENISTA LINIFOLIA, or Flax-leaved Broom.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows in May and June, and is increased by seed or cuttings. It affects a light loam.
It is a native of Spain, and first brought to England in 1786.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
121. PSORALEA BRACTEATA, or Oval-spiked Psoralea.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, but if kept in a pot and sheltered from the frosts it would stand in the open air, though it is safer to house it in the winter months. It is increased by cuttings, and flowers in June and July.
This is a native of the Cape, and first brought to Eng- land in 1731.
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It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
] 22. ASTER ALPINUS, or Alpine Starwort.
This is a hardy Perennial,, increased by parting the roots in the spring or autumn. It may be either planted in a pot or in the border. It affects a sandy loam, or peat soil, and in dry weather should be often assisted with water.
It blows in July and August, is a native of the Alps of Europe, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
123. ANTIRRHINUM SPARTEUM, or Branching
Toad Flax.
This is a hardy Annual, and blows almost the whole of the summer ; some regard it as a Biennial ; but as seed sown in the spring will frequently blossom the same summer, it is of little consequence to save much of it, unless the bloom is better than usual.
It begins blowing in June, is a native of Spain, and first brought to England in 1772.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Angiospermia."
124. PELARGONIUM BICOLOR, or Two-coloured
Stork's Bill
This pretty greenhouse plant is raised either from seed or cuttings. It should have but little water in the winter, and is not so hardy as some of this tribe.
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It blows in July, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1778.
It belongs to the 16th Class, under the Head " Mona- delphia Heptandria."
(gp" Pelargoniums are usually called Geraniums, or Crane's Bills.
125. LUPIN us PERENNIS, or Perennial Lupines.
Though this is a hardy Perennial, yet as the roots do not transplant with much success, it is adviseable to raise it by seed, which should be sown in drills, as soon as it is ripe, and when the plants are strong enough they should be pricked out to get strong by the autumn to be planted where they are to remain. It affects a dry situation and a light loam. It blows the latter end of May, and conti- nues till July.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1658.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
126. CATANANCHE LUTEA, or Yellow-flowered Catananche.
This is a hardy Annual, and should be sown in the month of March. It blows in June and July.
It is a native of Crete, and first brought to England in 1714.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia TEqualis."
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127. MESSEMBRYANTHEMUM MICANS, or Glittering
Fig Marygold.
This is a beautiful greenhouse plant, and should have but little water ; its beauty is conspicuous when the sun shines upon it. It is readily increased by cuttings, and blows in July and August.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 17 16.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head " Icosan- dria Pentagynia."
128. CARDAMINE TRIFOLIA, or Three-leaved Cuckoo
Plant.
This is a hardy Perennial, of an humble growth, but worth the attention of the florist. It blows in March and April, and shoald be sheltered with a small handlight fixed on the top of a flower -stick, to preserve the bloom from the cold winds. The proper soil is bog-earth, a situation moderately moist and shady is the most proper for it. It is readily increased by parting the roots in the spring.
This is a native of Lapland, and first brought into Eng- land in 1629.
It belongs to the 15th Class, under the head " Tetra- dynamia Siloquosa."
129. DIOSMA SERRATIFOLIA, or Saw-leaved Diosma. This is a pretty little greenhouse shrub, and blossoms in
April and May. It affects a loam and peat soil, and is easily increased by cuttings.
This is a native of the Cape, and first brought to Eng- land in 1790.
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It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
130. CONVOLVULUS CNEORUM, or Silvery-leaved Bind-weed.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, but if the weather is not too severe it may be placed in the garden, and secured during the winter months from the frosts. It blows from June to September, and is increased by cuttings.
It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to Eng- land in 1789.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
131. ACHILLEA ODORATA, or Sweet-scented Milfoil.
This is a hardy Perennial, and is increased by parting the roots early in the spring. It blows in July, and affects a dry and open situation.
It is a native of Spain, and first brought to England in 1796.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
132. HEMEROCALLIS FLAVA, or Yellow Day Lily.
This plant requires a moist soil, and to be placed in rather a shady aspect. It blows in June, and is propa- gated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Hungary, and first brought to England in 1597.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia."
133. LILIUM CHALCEDONICUM, or Scarlet Martagon Lily. This bulb is propagated by offsets, and the best time to
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take them off is as soon as the leaves decay. It affects a sandy soil, and blows in June* This is a showy plant, and will decorate the borders when in bloom.
It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to Eng- land in 1 596.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia."
134. TRILLIUM SESSILE, or Sessile-flowered Trillium.
This is a hardy Perennial, that delights in shade, it affects a light soil, and requires the same treatment as the Cyclamen.
It blows in April and May, is a native of North Ame- rica, and was first brought to England in 1765.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Polygynia."
135. CALCEOLARIA PINNATA, or Pinnated Slipper-wort.
This plant is usually raised by seed, sown in a moderate hot-bed in the spring, and when the plants are strong enough, and the weather settled, they may go into the borders, though it will be proper to have a few in pots, under cover, that the bloom may be stronger ; it some- times will grow from cuttings. It blows in June, and continues till August.
This is a native of Peru, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1773.
It belongs to the 2nd Class, under the head " Dian- dria Monogynia/'
1 36. IRIS SUSIANA, or Chalcedonian Iris. This plant may be put into the borders in a light loamy
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soil, and in an open situation, though it must not have too much moisture, it should therefore be preserved from heavy and continual rains. It is increased either by seed sown in the spring, or by parting the roots. It would be well to keep some in pots, and set them occasionally in the greenhouse. It blows from April to June.
This is a native of the Levant, and was first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 3d Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
137. CYCLAMEN PERSICUM, or Persian Cyclamen. This is a hardy greenhouse plant, raised by seed in
the spring on a moderate hot-bed; it should have but little water in the winter months, and it thrives best in a light loam and lime rubbish. It blows in March and April.
It is a native of the Cyprus Islands, and was first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
138. SOLDANELLA ALPINA, or Alpine Soldanella. This is a hardy Perennial, and should be kept in a
moist and shady situation during the summer, but guarded from extreme cold during the winter. If the winter should prove very mild, it might be exposed with safety. It is increased by parting the roots early in the spring, as it blows in April and May.*
* All plants which blow early in the spring, and are propagated by parting the roots, had much better be parted in the autumn and not in the spring, as the author has found by experience that the bloom are usually very weak when delayed till the spring.
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This is a native of Austria, and first brought to Eng- land in 1656.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head "Pentandria Monogynia."
139. SAXIFRAGA SARMENTOSA, or Strawberry
Saxifrage.
This is a hardy Perennial, and is called by the country people "the Flesh Plant." It is increased by runners, like the strawberry ; and it has a pretty effect when set upon a shelf, as the young runners hang down a yard or more be- low the pot. It must not be kept very moist, as that would soon kill it. It blows in June and July.
It is a native of China, and first brought to England in 1771.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head "Decandria Digynia.''
140. SEMPERVIVUM MONANTHOS, or Clustered
Houseleek.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, requiring but little moisture, and is increased readily by parting the roots in the spring. It blows in July, and should be kept in a pot with a light soil.
It is a native of the Canary Islands, and was first brought to England in 1777.
It belongs to the 1 1 th Class, under the head " Dode- candria Dodecagynia."
141. LOTUS HIRSUTUS, or Hairy Bird1 s-foot Trefoil. This is properly a hardy greenhouse plant, though it may be cultivated in a warm situation, in the open ground,
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unless the weather is likely to be severe ; in that case, it must be covered. It is increased either by seed or cuttings, and blows from June to August.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1683.
It belong to the 1 7th Class, under the head " Diadelphia Decandria."
142. SCILLA AMCENA, or Nodding Squill
This is a hardy bulb, raised either by seed or offsets. It thrives best in a sandy loam, and a warm situation. It blows in March or April.
This is a native of the Levant, and first brought to England in 1600.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia.''
143. ASPALATHUS PEDUNCULATA, or Small-leaved Aspalathus.
This is properly a hardy greenhouse plant, though if the winter is mild, it may stand in the garden, if placed in a warm and sheltered situation. It is increased principally by cuttings, and blows in June and July.
This is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1775.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head "Diadel- phia Decandria."
144. POLYGALA BRACTIOLATA, or Spear-leaved Milk Wort.
This is a hardy greenhouse Plant, raised chiefly by cut-
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tings in June or July, and placed in the sun, with a glass over them, but shaded with a mat. It blows in June, and affects a loamy soil.
This is a native of the Cape, and first brought to Eng- land in 1787.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Hexandria."
145. CELSIA URTIC^FOLIA, or Nettled-leaved Celsia.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which is easily pro- pagated either from seed or cuttings. It begins blowing in June, and continues in bloom till September.
This is a native of Peru, and first brought to England in 1798.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didyna- mia Angiospermia."
146. CENOTHERA ROSEA, or Rose-coloured CEnoihera. This is rather a tender Perennial, raised either by
seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in the spring, on a moderate hotbed, the same as the Africans, French Marygolds, &c., and when the Plants are strong enough they should be planted out singly in the borders where they are to blow. About the month of June, the bloom will make its appearance, and will continue till August.
This is a native of Peru, and first brought to England in 1783.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
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147. CALCEOLARIA FOTHERGILLII, or Fothergill's Slipper-wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, raised either by layers or cuttings, it thrives best in bog-earth, and in the summer it should stand in the shade.
It blows in June and July; is a native of Falkland Island, and was first brought to England in 1777.
It belongs to the 2nd Class, under the head " Diandria Monogynia."
148. SAXIFRAGA MUTATA, or Saffron-coloured Saxifrage.
This is a Perennial, which should be kept in a pot, and sheltered in the winter from wet and cold, it is raised either from seed or offsets, and managed the same as Sedums.
It blows in June ; is a native of Switzerland, arid was first brought to England in 1793.
It belongs to the 1 Oth Class, under the head " Decan- dria Digynia."
149. OENOTHERA PURPUREA, or Purple Oenothera.
This is rather a tender Annual, raised in the spring, upon a moderate hotbed, with other half-hardy Annuals, such as Africans, &c. and when strong enough to be planted out singly in the borders.
It blows in June and July ; is a native of North Ame- rica, and was first brought to England in 1721.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
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150. GLADIOLUS FLORIBUNDUS, or Large-lowered Corn Flag.
This ornamental bulb is a greenhouse plant, which should be planted in bog-earth, it is easily raised from seed or offsets, and blows in June and July, — is a native of the Cape, and first brought into England in 1794.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
151. WACHENDORFIA HIRSUTA, or Hairy Wachendorfia.
This is a beautiful greenhouse plant, and requires the same treatment as the Ixias, Gladiolus, and other plants of the same description.
It blows in June ; is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1678.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
(gp= There is also the " Paniculata," which is equally beautiful.
152. SILENE NOCTURNA, or Night-smelling Catch-fly.
This is a hardy Annual, which may be sown in the bor- ders in the spring. The " Silenes" though small are verv pretty, and make a gay variety with other flowers.
This plant blows in June and July, is a native of the South of Europe, and was first brought to England in 1683.
It belongs to the 1 Oth Class, under the head « Decan- dria Trigynia."
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153. DRACOCEPHALIUM VIRGINIANUM, or Virginian Dragon's Head.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows from July to September; is raised by seed sown in the spring, or by parting the roots ; it loves a moist situation, and a stick should be placed against it, as it rises sometimes to three feet high.
This is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1683.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didyna- tnia Gymnospermia."
154. OENOTHERA TETRAPTERA, or White-flowered Oenothera.
This is a tender Annual, and should be sown in the hotbed, with Balsams, &c.
It blows in June and July ; is a native of South Ame- rica, and was first brought into England in 1796.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
1 55. TRILLIUM ERECTUM, or Upright Trillium.
This is a hardy Perennial, and affects a shady and moist situation. The proper soil is a mixture of peat- earth, light loam, and drift sand. It blows in May, and is in- creased by parting the roots in the autumn.
It is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Polygynia."
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156. RHODORA CANADENSIS, or Canadian Rhodora.
This pretty shrub is hardy, though the blossom should be preserved from the cold easterly winds, as it blows in April. It thrives best in bog-earth, in which it is readily propagated by layers.
It is a native of Canada, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1767.
It belongs to the 1 Oth Class, under the head " Decan- dria Monogynia."
157. PHLOMIS LEONURUS, or Lion's Tail Phlomis.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, increased by seed, or propagated by cuttings in July, and when they are well rooted, put one plant only in each pot. It requires plenty of water in dry weather.
It blows in October, is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1712.
It belongs to the 1 4th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Gymnospermia."
158. GEROPOGAN GLABRUM, or Old Mans Beard.
This is a hardy Annual, which blows in July and August. The seed should be sown the latter end of March, very thin, and the plants remain to blow, without transplanting.
It is a native of Italy, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 19th class, under the head " Synge- nesia ^Equalis."
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159. ERICA CILIARIS, or Ciliated Heath.
This plant will bear the open air in mild weather, though it will be prudent to keep some in the greenhouse through the winter, as our climate is so variable. It blows from July to September, and thrives best in bog-earth.
It is propagated by cuttings, is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1773.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octan- dria Monogynia."
160. CROTALARIA TRIFLORA, or Three-leaved Crotalaria.
This is a greenhouse plant, which blows in June and July, is increased from seed, and the best way to secure it is either by putting the plant in the greenhouse wrhen it is in bloom, or by guarding it by a small glass hung on a stick.
This is a native of the Cape, and first brought to Eng- land in 1786.
It belongs to the 1 7th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
161. VERBENA TRIPHYLLA, or Three-leaved Vervain.
This is properly a greenhouse plant, but will live through a mild winter in the open ground, provided it is not ex- posed to the north-east winds. When it is not in the greenhouse it often loses its leaves in the winter, but others will appear in the spring. It blows in July with a white blossom, and the leaves smell like the lemon, which is the reason that many people call it the lemon plant. It is increased by seed or cuttings.
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This is a native of Chili, and first brought to England in 1784.
It belongs to the 2nd Class, under the head " Dian- dria Monogynia."
162. ANTHOLYZA CUNONIA, or Scarlet-fowered
Antholyza.
This is rather a tender bulb for the greenhouse, and in- creased by offsets. The proper soil is a light loam mixed with bog-earth, and should be managed the same as the Ixias, Gladiolus, and other plants of the same descrip- tion, as the cold winds, and too much wet will soon destroy them.
It blows in May and June, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
163. CONVOLVULUS LINEARIS, or Narrow-leaved
Convolvulus.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, increased by cuttings, and blows in June or July.
It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to Eng* land in 1770.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head ** Pentan<- dria Monogynia."
164. XERANTHEMUM SESAMOIDES, or Superb Xeranthemum,
This is properly a greenhouse plant, which blows in June and July, with a purple blossom. It is increased
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«ither by seed or cuttings. When the bloom is dried, it is very ornamental in flower-pots during the winter.
This is a native of the Cape, and first brought to Eng- land in 1795.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head « Synge- nesia Superflua."
165. DAPHNE COLLINA, or Neapolitan Mezereon*
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, but will stand the winter in the border, unless it be very severe, at all events it will be prudent to place it in a sheltered situation.
It blows in May and June, is a native of Italy, and was first brought to England in 1789.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head <' Octandria Digynia."
166. CATANANCHE CCERULEA, or Blue Catananche.
This is a hardy Perennial, raised either from seed sown in the spring, or slips taken off about June. The seed- lings should be planted out early in the autumn, where they are to remain.
It blows from July to September, is a native of the South of Europe, and was first brought to England in 1640.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia ^Equalis."
167. AMARYLLIS SARMENSIS, or Guernsey Lily.
This is a beautiful greenhouse bulb, but if any of them are exposed to the open air, they should be secured from frost and snow during the winter. It loves a light soil, which should seldom be changed, and when the offsets are taken off, it should be done when the leaves disappear.
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It blows in September and October, is a native of Japan, and first brought to England in 1659.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia."
168. PRIMULA CORTUSOIDES, or Siberian Auricula.
Though this plant is generally considered to be a hardy- Perennial, yet it ought to be always kept In a pot, that it may be placed in a moist and shady aspect in the summer, and moved into a frame in the winter. The leaves usually die away, but fresh ones make their appearance afterwards. It is increased either from seed or by parting the roots.
It blows in April and May, is a native of Siberia, and was first brought to England in 1794.
It belongs to the 1 Oth class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
169. LINUM AFRICANUM, or African Flax.
This is a greenhouse plant, which should be planted in a good loamy soil, otherwise it will not grow handsome. It is increased by cuttings, which should be placed in the sun, and shaded with a mat till the sun is off the glass, then the mat should be removed.
It blows in June and July, is a native of the Cape, and lirst brought to England in 1781.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Pentagynia.'*
170. CINERARIA CRUENTA,or Purple-flowered Cineraria.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, increased either from
seed or by parting the roots. The soil should be a good
mixture of loam and other ingredients, calculated for green-
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house plants in general, otherwise it will not thrive. It blows in April, and continues in bloom till June.
It is a native of the Canary Islands, and was first brought to England in 1777.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
(gp3 The bloom of this plant is particularly beautiful by candle light.
171. LAVANDULA DENTATA, or Tooth-leaved Lavender.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, propagated either by slips or cuttings. It affects a loamy soil, and blows in June.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and was first brought to England in 1 597.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Gymnospermia. "
172. PELARGONIUM TERNATUM, or Ternated-leaved Stork's-BilL
This is a greenhouse plant, well worth purchasing, and is increased either from seed, or by cuttings in June. If a glass is put over them, and shaded from the mid-day sun, they will strike much sooner. It affects a good loamy soil, and blows in June and July.
This is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 1 6th Class, under the head " Mona- delphia Heptandria."
6^= These plants are usually called Geraniums, but the Crane's Bill is more properly a Geranium, and nearly
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all of them are hardy, but the Pelargoniums or Stork's Bills are all of them greenhouse plants.*
173. XERANTHEMUMFuLGiDUM,orGrea* Yellow Flowered Xeranthemum.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, increased either from seed or cuttings. It requires but little moisture, and the bloom, if gathered in the dry, will decorate the parlours through the winter.
It blows in April and May, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- •nesia Superflua."
174. PHLOX SETACEA, or Fine-leaved Phlox. This is considered a hardy Perennial for the border,
still it would be prudent to shelter it in the winter months, as the frosts and snow may destroy it. It is increased by cuttings, and blows in April and May.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
175. CISTUS ALGARVENSIS, or Algarvia Cistus. This pretty little shrub is usually treated as a hardy
greenhouse plant, and increased either by seed or cuttings.
* Robert Sweet, the eminent practical Nurseryman, and author of the well known " Botanical Cultivator," " Hortus Britannicus," and other works, has lately completed his most valuable work on the Natural Order of Geraniums, it forms 5 vols. royal 8vo. and is illus- trated by 500 plates, coloured to vie with nature.
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It blows in July, is a native of Portugal, and first brought to England in 1799.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Monogynia."
176. MESEMBRYANTHEMUM VIRIDIFLORUM, or Green
Flowered Fig Mary gold.
This is a greenhouse plant, which must be guarded from heavy rains in the summer months, otherwise it will be soon destroyed. It is increased by cuttings, which must be raised under a glass, or in a moderate hotbed.
It blows in July, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head " Icosan- dria Pentagynia."
O^F" This description of plants requires but little mois- ture even in summer.
177. TRIFOLIUM INCARNATUM, or Crimson Trefoil.
This is a hardy, but pretty Annual, the seed of which should be sown in the month of March.
It blows in June, is a native of Italy, and was first brought to England in 1640.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
178. KALMIA ANGUSTIFOLIA, or Narrow-leaved Kalmia.
This is a hardy shrub, but always thrives best in bog- earth. It is propagated chiefly from layers.
It blows in June and July, is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1736.
It belongs to the 1 Oth Class, under the head " Decan- dria Monogynia."
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179. OXONIS NATRIX, or Yellow Flowered Rest Harrow. This is a greenhouse shrub that requires to be frequently
cut in. It is increased by seed or cuttings, and blows in June and July.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1783.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
1 80. HELIANTHUS ATRORUBEIVS, or Dark Red Sun/lower.
This is a hardy Perennial, and more scarce than the Yellow Flowered ; it is increased by parting the roots in the autumn, and blows in July.
It is a native of Carolina, and was first brought to England in 1 732.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Frustranea."
181. ASTER LIVIDUS, or Red Leaved Star Wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, increased by parting the roots.
It blows in August, is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1777.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
182. AMARYLLIS UNDULATA, or Wave-flowered
Amaryllis.
This is rather a tender bulb, so that it should be placed in the greenhouse during the winter months ; it is propa- gated by offsets, and blows from March to April.
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It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1767.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
183. MIRABILIS LONGIFLORA, or Marvel of Peru.
This is an Annual, which should be sown on a mode- rate hotbed, with Africans, French Marygolds, &c. This plant, when it has done blowing, may be taken up in the autumn, and plunged into sand, and planted again in the spring, so that it may be ranked among the list of Bien- nals whenever it succeeds. If several of them are planted together in a bed, they will perfume the air around them.
It blows in June and July, is a native of Mexico, and was first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
184. SAXIFRA-GA GERANIOIDES, or Crane's- Bill-leaved
Saxifrage.
This is a hardy Perennial, which is not so common as many others of this kind of plant. It is propagated by parting the roots in the autumn.
It blows in April and May, is a native of the Pyrenees, and first brought to England in 1770.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head a Decan- dria Digynia."
185. IRIS CHINENSIS, or Chinese Iris. Though this plant is ranked among the hardy of this tribe, yet our climate is so variable, that it ought to be
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preserved from frosts and snow. It is increased by parting the roots in the autumn, and blows in May and June. It thrives best in a light soil.
It is a native of China, and first brought to England in 1793.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
186. ASTRAGALUS MONSPESSULANUS, or Montpelier Milk Fetch.
This is a hardy Perennial, increased either from seed or cuttings, and should be placed in an open aspect among rock work, or in a pot surrounded with small stones.
It blows in June and July, is a native of the South of France, and first brought to England in 1776.
It belongs to the 1 7th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
187. DOLICHOS LIGNOSUS, or Purple Dolichos.
This is properly a greenhouse plant, which should be planted against a wall. If it was placed in a warm situa- tion, and covered with a mat in the same way as Myrtles are secured, it may survive the winter, unless very severe. It is raised chiefly by seed, and blows in July and August.
It is a native of the East Indies, and was first brought to England in 1776.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
Cggr* The Indians eat the fruit of this plant as we eat French beans.
1 88. CYNOGLOSSUM OMPHALODES, or Blue Navel Wort. This is a hardy Perennial, which thrives best in a shady
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aspect, it is increased by parting the roots in the autumn, and blows in April and May.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1633.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
(S^3 There is also a delicate Annual, which blows with a white blossom in the open borders, called " Linifolium," or Venus Navel Wort.
189. ANAGALLIS MONELLI, or Italian Pimpernell.
This is a tender Annual, which must be raised in a hot- bed, with Globes, Egg-plants, &c. and planted ort the latter end of May, if the weather is mild, if not to defer it till June. Some of the plants should be in pots, as they make a pretty appearance in the windows.
It blows the latter end of June, or the beginning of July, is a native of Italy, and was first brought to England in 1648.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head «« Pentan- dria Monogynia."
(gp" There are two others which are hardy Annuals, the one is the " Arvensis," with a red blossom, and the other the " Coerulea," with a blue blossom.
1 90. ANTIRRHINUM TRIPHYLLUM, Three-leaved Toad Flax, or Snap Dragon.
This is a hardy Annual, which may be sown in the borders in the month of March, the seed should be saved from those flowers which have the most purple. It blows in June, and often continues till September.
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It is a native of Sicily, and was first brought to England in 1640.
It belongs to the 1 4th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Angiospermia."
(gp^ There are above thirty sorts of this plant; and many of them very pretty.
191. JATROPHA PANDUR.*;FOLIA, or Fiddle -leaved Physic Nut.
This is a tender and very ornamental shrub, which con- tinues in bloom for several months, and, as it is a fast grower, it should be placed in that part of the greenhouse where it will have plenty of room.
It blows from May to September, is a native of Cuba, and first brought to England in 1801.
It belongs to the 21st Class, under the head *' Monce- cia Monadelphia."
192. MoR(EA CCERULEA, or the Tall Morcea.
This is a greenhouse plant, which will not thrive well unless it is planted in bog-earth. It is readily increased from seed sown in the hotbed with tender Annuals.
It blows with a beautiful blue blossom in July and August, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
193. HELLEBORUS NIGER, Black Hellebore, or the
Christmas Rose.
This is a hardy Perennial, which loves air and moisture, but very little manure. It blows in January, and some-
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times as early as December, it will therefore be requisite to put a glass over it to preserve the bloom. It is in- creased by parting the roots in the spring or autumn.
It is a native of Austria, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1596.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Poly- andria Polygynia."
194. DODECATHEON MEDIA, vr American Cow slip.
This is a hardy Perennial, which requires a good deal of shade. It is propagated either by seed or offsets, and thrives best in a moist soil. The seed should be sown in the autumn, in pots placed in the shade. In the spring they will come up ; they should be kept free from weeds, and often refreshed with water, and guarded from the sun, and in the following autumn they should be transplanted eight inches apart. The offsets should be taken off in the month of August when the leaves die.
This plant blows in April and May, is a native of South America, and first brought to England in 1744.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
195. CAMPANULA PUMILA, Dwarf Bell Flower, or Purple Campanula.
This is a hardy Perennial, and increased by parting the roots. The best soil for it is a mixture of light loam and peat.
It blows in July, is a native of Switzerland, and was first brought to England in 1783.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
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196. CORONILLA GLAUCA, Sea Green, or Day Smelling Coronilla.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, increased by seed sown on a moderate hotbed in the spring ; some of the plants may be planted in a warm and sheltered border, but the cli- mate is so variable, it is uncertain if they survive the winter.
This plant blows in April and May, is a native of the South of France, and first brought to England in 1739.
It belongs to the 1 7th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
197. LOBELIA BICOLOR, or Spotted Lobelia.
This is a greenhouse plant which is increased from seed, which should be sown in the hotbed with Balsams, &c.
The bloom is very pretty, which makes its appearance in June, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to Eng- land in 1786.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
198. IRIS VARIEGATA, or Variegated Iris. This plant is hardy, but thrives best in a light soil, it is
increased by parting the roots in March or October.
It blows in May and June, is a native of Hungary, and first brought to England in 1597.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
199. CACTUS FLAGELLIFORMIS, or Creeping Cereus. This is a tender greenhouse plant, that requires very little moisture, either in winter or summer. It is propa-
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gated by cuttings in July, which should be kept warm under a glass, and plunged into tanner's bark. The cut* tings should lay in a dry place a fortnight before they are planted. The proper soil is a mixture of light loam peat, and lime rubbish, and when potted, a few small stones should be put at the bottom of the pots.
It blows with a pink blossom in May or June, is a na- tive of Peru, and was first brought to England in 1734.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head "Icosan- dria Monogynia."
200. DIANELLA CCERULEA, or Blue Dianella.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which flowers in May or June, and continues in bloom nearly all the summer. It is either increased by seed or by parting the roots, early in the autumn. The proper soil is loam and peat.
It is a native of New Holland, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia."
201. SCABIOSA INTEGRIFOLIA, or Red-flowered Scabious.
This is a hardy Annual, which blows in June, and when the plants are strong enough, they should be transplanted where they are to remain.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1748.
It belongs to the 4th Class, under the head " Tetran- dria Monogynia."
202. LITHOSPERMUM ORIENTALE, or Yellow Gromwell. This is rather a tender Perennial, and is propagated
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either by seed, cuttings, or by parting the roots in the spring. Those that are raised from seed should be under a glass, and the cuttings would strike more readily if they had a glass over them, and shaded from the mid-day sun. This plant blows in May, and continues in bloom the greatest part of the summer.
It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to Eng- land in 1713.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
203. SPARMANNIA AFRICANA, or Maple-leaved Sparmannia.
This is a beautiful greenhouse shrub, and is readily propagated by cuttings in June or July, with a glass put over them, and shaded from the mid-day sun.
It blows in May and June, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1792.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Monogynia."
204. LILIUM PHILADELPHICUM, or Philadelphian Lily.
This bulb is more tender than some of this class of plants, it should therefore be protected in severe winter by covering the bed with old tan, or coal-ashes, and in spring to be removed before the bulbs appear.
This plant blows in July, with a deep orange-spotted flower, is a native of Canada, and first brought to England in 1757.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia."
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205. PUNICA NANA, or Dwarf Pomegranate.
This is a beautiful greenhouse shrub, which blows in July, with a beautiful scarlet blossom, and easily propa- gated by layers. Unless the soil it is planted in has been well prepared, the same as for other greenhouse plants, it will not thrive well. This plant will often succeed in the open air, if it is planted in a sheltered situation against a wall, covering it with a mat in winter.
It is a native of the West Indies, and was first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 1 2th Class, under the head " Icosan- dria Monogynia."
206. SCUTELLARIA GRANDiFLoRA, or Great-flowered
Scull Cap.
This is a hardy Perennial, and increased principally from seed sown in March, though it may be propagated by cuttings. It blows in June, and often continues till. August.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1804.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Angiospermia."
207. RHODODENDRON DAURICUM, or Spotted-leaved
Rose-bay.
This very beautiful shrub blows in April and May, and though it is generally considered hardy, yet as our climate is so variable, it should be planted in a warm aspect, and sheltered from cold winds and frosts. It may be increased by layers,but those raised from seed are usually the hand-
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somest, though they are often three or four years before they blow.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1780.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Monogynia."
208. ALLIUM MOLY, or Yellow Garlic.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June, is readily increased by seed or offsets ; this bulb is liable to be injured by the wire-worm.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and was first brought to England in 1 604.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
209. AGAPANTHUS UMBELLATUS, or Umbelled-jlowered Blue African Lily.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows in July, and often continues till October ; it is not in much danger of being lost even in the open air, if it is secured through the winter. It is propagated by offsets, as soon as the leaves wither, and requires plenty of pot room.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1692.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
210. CINERARIA SIBERICA, or Siberian Cineraria.
This is a hardy Perennial, propagated either by seed or cuttings, and blows in June or July ; is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1784.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Syn- genesia Superflua."
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211. CALYCANTHUS FLORIDUS, or Carolina Allspice.
This is a deciduous hardy shrub, which blows from May to August, and is propagated by layers in autumn, which will be ready to take off the following autumn ; they should be covered lightly with muck to keep them moist, and be watered sparingly in dry weather.
It is a native of Carolina, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1726.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head " Icosan- dria Polygynia.'*
212. BIGNONIA RADICANS, or Ash-leaved Trumpet Flower.
This deciduous climber is very hardy, and should always be planted against a house or a high wall. It blows in July, and is propagated either by cuttings, layers, or suckers ; it will be necessary to prune it in the winter, leaving only those shoots which are necessary to fill up vacancies, and those should be headed back.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1640.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didyna- mia Angiospermia.''
213. CISTUS ROSEUS, or Rose-coloured Cistus.
This is a pretty little shrub, and perfectly hardy, and blows in May or June. It is propagated either by seed or cuttings, is a native of Smyrna, and first brought to Eng- andin 1723.*
* To the lover of this ornamental tribe of Plants, more especially for rock work, &c., I would direct attention to Sweet's work on the " Cistus," in one volume, with 112 coloured plates.
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It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head '« Polyan- dria Monogynia.''
214. SPIR^A TRIFOLIATA, or Three-leaved Spircea.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June and July, is propagated by parting the roots, or from seed sown in a shady border soon after it is ripe ; if they are sown in the spring they will not come up till the year after. It thrives best in a north aspect and a light soil- It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1758.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head " Icosan- dria Polygynia."
215. GENTIANA VERNA, or Spring Gentian.
This is a hardy Perennial, with an agreeable scent, and will decorate the borders or rock-work ; it blows in April and May, and thrives best in a light loam and peat.
It is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 5th Class, under the head *' Peritandria Digynia."
216. PELARGONIUM RENEFORME, or Kidney-leaved Stork's Bill.
This is a greenhouse plant, which may be increased either from seed or cuttings. The best soil for these plants is loam with a mixture of peat earth.
It blows in June, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1791.
It belongs to the 16th Class, under the head " Mona- delphia Heptandria."
See No. 172 of this Selection, where the reader
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will find an Observation on the Pelargoniums, or Stork's Bill.
C^r" There are a great variety of the Pelargoniums, and every year produces new ones.
If the reader will refer to two choice Selections in this work, he will discover many fresh ones have been recently raised from seed.
217. CENTAUREA RAGUSINA, or White-leaved Centaury.
This, though considered a hardy greenhouse plant, will bear the cold of our ordinary winters in the open air, pro- vided it be planted in dry lime rubbish, and sheltered. It may be increased from slips, or cuttings from the young branches which appear not likely to shoot up into flower. In the autumn, if it is in a pot, it should be moved into a warm aspect, and as our winters are so un- certain, it is the safest method to shelter it.
It blows in June and July, is a native of Crete, and first brought to England in 1715.
It belongs to the 1 9th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Frustranea."
218. HELIOPHILA ARABIOIDES, or Blue-flowered Heliophila.
This pretty little Annual should be raised in the same way as other half-hardy Annuals, such as China As- ters, &c.
The bed that these Annuals are raised in should be a moderate heat, otherwise some of them will be drawn up too weak.
It blows in June and July, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1778.
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It belongs to the 15th Class, under the head " Tetra- dynamia Siliquosa."
219. IRIS XIPHIUM, or Small Spanish Flag.
This little bulb is one of the hardy of its kind, in- creased from offsets, and blows in June. It is a native of Spain, and first brought to England in 1 596.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Trian- dria Monogynia."
220. IRIS XIPHOIDES, or Large Spanish Flag.
This bulb is another of the hardy kind, and easy of cul- ture, either from seed or offsets, the latter of which should be planted in September. It blows in June, is a native of Spain, and was first brought to England in 157 I.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Trian- dria Monogynia."
221. GLADIOLUS VIPER ATUS, or Perfumed Corn Flag.
This is a hardier bulb than many of its kind ; it has a fine scent resembling eau de miel, or balm. It should, notwithstanding, be guarded from snow and severe frosts by putting either old tan or coal ashes on the surface, and remove it when the bulb makes its appearance. It thrives best in bog-earth. It blows in April and May, is increased by offsets, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1800.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head *' Trian- dria Monogynia."
222. SILENE SEXATILIS, or Stone Catchfly. This is a hardy Perennial, and very fragrant, but as it is
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apt to rot in the winter it is safer to put it into a pot and guard it from frost and snow. It is increased by parting the roots, it blows in June, is a native of Siberia, and was first brought to England in 1800.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Trigynia.''
223. GARDENIA ROTHMANNIA, or Spotted Flowered
Gardenia.
This is an evergreen shrub, and must be managed as a hardy greenhouse plant. The bloom is sweet-scented, and keeps its scent a long time after it is dried. It should be planted in bog-earth ; is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
224. CAMPANULA GRACILIS, or Slender Bell-flower.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, increased either from seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown on a moderate hot-bed, and planted into the borders when strong enough. When increased from cuttings, put them under a glass, and shade them from the mid-day sun.
This plant blows in June, and continues often till Sep- tember ; is a native of New Holland, and was first brought to England in 1794.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
225. HIERACIUM AUREUM, or Golden HawJcweed. This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May ; is in- creased by parting the roots early in the autumn.
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It is a native of Austria, and first brought to England in 1769.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia
226. IRIS FLORENTINA, or Florentine Iris.
This is one of the hardy of the kind, which blows in May with a white blossom ; it is increased by parting the roots.
It is a native of the south of Europe, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Trian- dria Monogynia."
*£2f" The root of this plant when dried is often used to scent hair-powder.
227. KALMIA GLAUCA, or Glaucous Kalmia.
This is a hardy shrub, and thrives best in bog-earth. It affects a shady aspect, but by no means to be put under trees, as the droppings in a wet season would injure it. It is raised by seed, and blows in May.
It is a native of Newfoundland, and was first brought to England in 1767.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head "Decandria Monogynia."
228. SILENE VESPERTINA, or Evening Catclifly.
This is a pretty Annual and perfectly hardy, it should be sown in March, and rather thin, as it seldom will bear transplanting.
It is a native of Barbary, and was first brought to England in 1798.
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It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Trigynia."
229. DELPHINIUM PUNICEUM, or Red-lowered Larkspur.
This is a hardy Perennial, increased by parting the roots in the spring, and blows in July and August. It affects a dry soil and open situation.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1785.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Pentagynia."
230. LUPINUS ARBOREUS, or Tree Lupine.
This is a low shrub, which should be planted in a warm situation. Many people keep this plant as a greenhouse plant, though it will survive our winters unless very severe. It is increased either from seed or layers, and blows in June or July.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1793.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head « Diadel- phia Decandria.''
231. SPARTIUM MoNospERMUM,or White Single Broom.
Though this is considered a hardy greenhouse plant, yet if the winter is mild it will succeed in a warm situation. It affects moisture, and is increased either by seed or cut- tings. It blows in June and July.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1690.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head « Diadel- phia Decandria.''
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232. NYMPKUEA ADVENA, or Stripe-flowered Water Lily.
This plant will survive our winters, unless they are very severe. The pot should always stand in a pan of water. It is increased from offsets, and blows in July.
It is a native of North America, and first_ brought to England in 1727
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head "Poly- andria Monogynia."
233. GENTIANA CILIATA, or Fringed-jlowered Gentian.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in August ; is increased either by seed or from young plants, which make their appearance at a distance from the old plant.
It is a native of Germany, and first brought to Eng- land in 1800.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Digynia."
234. LONICERA IMPLEXA, or Small-leaved Honeysuckle.
This is a very fragrant and hardy shrub, which blows from Midsummer to Michaelmas, and thrives best in a sheltered situation. It is propagated by cuttings, which should be planted when the leaves fall off.
It is a native of Minorca, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1772.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
235. LOBELIA CORONOPIFOLIA, or Buck's-horn-leaved Lobelia.
This is a showy plant, and very beautiful ; it is pro-
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perly a hardy greenhouse plant, which should be planted in bog-earth, and blows in July and August.
It is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1787.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
236. PROTEA CORDIFOLIA, or Heart-leaved Protea.
This is a beautiful greenhouse plant, which blows in April and May, and should be kept in an airy part of the house. The proper soil for it is a light loam and bog- earth. It is propagated by cuttings.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 4th Class, under the head " Tetran- dria Monogynia."
237. RHODODENDRON PONDICUM, Purple Rhododendron, or Rose Bay.
This is a beautiful evergreen shrub, and though by most people is considered hardy, yet it is often injured by frosts. It loves a loamy soil, and affects shade. It is in- creased by layers, but those which are raised from seed are much the handsomest, though they are three or four years before they blow.
It flowers in May and June, is a native of Gibraltar, and first brought to England in 1763.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Monogynia."
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238. ORNITHOGALUM LUTEUM, or Yellow Star of
Bethlehem.
This is a hardy bulb, which blows in June, and is pro- pagated from offsets.
It affects a light loamy soil, is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
239. STATICE LATIFOLIA, or Broad-leaved Thrift. This is a hardy Perennial, increased by parting the
roots in the spring or autumn. It blows in July and Au- gust, is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Pentagynia."
240. CAMPANULA SIBERICA, or Siberian Bell-flower.
This is a hardy Biennial, increased by seed sown either in the spring or autumn in drills, under a sheltered border, and when the plants are strong enough they must be pricked out, there to remain till planted out where they are to blow.
It flowers in June and July, is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1783.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
241. LYSIMACHIA QUADRIFOLIA, or Four-leaved Loose Strife.
This is a hardy Perennial, increased either from seed or by parting the roots. It thrives best in a light loamy soil, and blows in July with a yellow blossom.
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It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1794.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
242. HYPOXIS STELLATA, or Yellow Star-flowered Hypoxis.
This is a greenhouse plant, which affects a light loamy soil ; it blows in June, and when the leaves decay the bulbs should be taken up and kept dry till the autumn, then plant them again.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1788.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia.'''
243. SCILLA ITALICA, or Italian Squill.
This is a scarce bulb which blows in April, and should be kept with other Alpine plants. The offsets should be kept very dry, or they will soon get mouldy.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1629.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia."
244. PSORALEA CORYLIFOLIA, or Hazel-leaved Psoralea.
This is a tender Annual, of easy cultivation, but should be raised in the same bed as balsams, and such like An- nuals. Some persons consider it a Biennial, but if the weather is favourable it will flower the first year. It blows in June and July.
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It is a native of the East Indies, and first brought to England in 1752.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
245. STACHYS COCCINEA, or Scarlet Stachys.
This plant must be treated as a hardy greenhouse plant. It blows from June to September, is very ornamental, and is propagated either from seed, cuttings, or by parting the roots.
It affects a loamy soil, is a native of Chili, and was first brought to England in 1800.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didyna- mia Gymnospermia."
246. ANDROMEDA PULVERULENT A, or Oval-leaved
Andromeda.
This is a very handsome bushy shrub, and will bear the cold of our climate, unless very severe. It should be kept in a pot, that it might be removed into a warm and shel- tered situation when in bloom. It flowers in July, and will continue often till September.
It is propagated either by seed or layers, is a native of Carolina, and first brought to England in 1800.
It belongs to the 1 Oth Class, under the head " Decan- dria Monogynia."
247. ARCTOTIS ANTHEMOIDES, or Camomile- leaved
Arctotis.
This is a half hardy Annual, and should be sown on a moderate hotbed. When the plants are strong enough,
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they should be planted where they are to blow, which is generally in the month of July.
It is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1787.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Necessaria."
248. CAMPANULA AZURE A, or Azure Campanula.
This is a hardy Perennial, and will greatly decorate the borders, it is increased by parting the roots, either in the spring or autumn, it blows in June, and continues till August.
It is a native of Switzerland, and first brought to Eng- land in 1798.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
249. NYMPH^EA CCERULEA, or Blue Water Lily. This is a tender greenhouse plant, and requires water to
be always in the pan. It affects a loamy soil, is increased by offsets, and blows in July.
It is a native of the East Indies, and first brought to England in 1804.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Poly- andria Monogynia."
250. XERANTHEMUM VARIEGATUM, or Variegated Xeranthemum.
This is considered a greenhouse plant, of the annual kind, which is raised from seed in the hot-bed, with Bal- sams, &c. and when the plants are strong enough, put some in pots and the others in the borders.
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It blows in June, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1801.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
251. FERRARIA PAVONIA, or Spotted Ferraria.
This is a hardy Perennial, which is propagated either from seed or offsets. It blows in August, and the bloom will decorate the borders, it being very showy.
It is a native of Mexico, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1794.
It belongs to the 20th Class, under the head " Gynan- dria Hexandria."
252. LONICERA TARTARICA, or Tartarian Honeysuckle-
This is a hardy shrub, propagated by cuttings in Octo- ber or November, and will make a pretty variety in the shrubbery.
It is a native of Russia, and first brought into England in 1752.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
253. ARISTOLOCHIA SIPHO, or Broad-leaved Birthwort.
This climber is perfectly hardy, but will require sup- port. It must therefore be planted either against a house, or a high wall. It blows in June, and is propagated either by seed or layers.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1763.
It belongs to the 20th Class, under the head " Gynan- dria Hexandria."
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254. CENTAUREA ATRO-PURPLREA, or Dark Purple
Centaur y.
This is a hardy Perennial, that requires a good loamy soil. It is propagated by parting the roots, either in the spring or autumn.
It blows in July, is a native of Hungary, and first brought to England in 1802.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Frustranea."
255. GLADIOLUS UNDULATUS, or Waved Flowered
Corn Flag.
This is a beautiful greenhouse plant, and easily in- creased by offsets from the bulb. These plants always succeed best in bog earth.
It blows in July, is a native of the Cape, and was first introduced in England in 1738.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
256. IXIA CONIC A, or Orange- coloured Ixia.
This is a beautiful greenhouse plant, which must always be planted in bog earth.
It blows in April and May, is a native of the Cape, and was first brought in England in 1 757.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
257. MESEMBRYANTHEMUM POMERIDIANUM, or Yellow
Fg Mary gold. This is a pretty Annual, which should be raised in the
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same bed as Balsams, &c. They will be fit to put out by June, but some of them should be put into pots.
This is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 1 2th Class, under the head " Icosan- dria Pentagynia."
258. IXIA TRICOLOR, or Three-coloured Ixia.
This is a beautiful greenhouse plant, which must always be planted in bog earth, indeed Ixias will never thrive in any other kind of soil.
It blows in April and May, and is usually propagated by offsets. It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1792.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
259. SENECIO ELEGANS, or Elegant Purple Groundsel.
This plant is generally considered an Annual. It is in- creased either by seed or cuttings ; if by seed it should be sown in April with the half-hardy Annuals, such as French Marygolds, &c. and if from cuttings, they should be taken off the latter end of June, and when rooted planted in the borders, except those that are to blow forward, which should be put into pots and secured in the green- house.
It blows in June, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1700.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
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2GO. AMARYLLIS ATAMASCO, or Atamasco Lily.
This bulb will bear to be planted in the open borders, provided it is placed in a warm situation, and a dry soil. It is propagated by offsets, and it ought not to be trans- planted oftener than three years.
It blows in May and June ; is a native of Virginia, and was first brought to England in 1 680.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
$ZMF It would be prudent to keep some in the green- house, through the winter months, in consequence of our climate being so variable.
261. VERONICA DECUSSATA, or Cross-leaved Speedwell.
This is an evergreen shrub, and considered a hardy greenhouse plant; it is propagated easily by cuttings, and blows in June.
It succeeds best in a loamy soil ; is a native of Falk- land Islands, and was first brought to England in 1776.
It belongs to the 2nd Class, under the head " Diandria Monogynia."
262. ARGEMONE MEXICANA, or Prickly Poppy.
This Annual is rather tender, and requires to be sown in a light rich soil, in a warm situation.
It blows in July, is a native of Mexico, arid was first brought to England in 1597.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Monogynia,"
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263. TEUCRiUMLATiFOLiUM,or£?roacMeat?ed Germander.
This greenhouse shrub will often rise seven or eight feet in height ; if it be planted in a warm situation, and secured with a mat through the winter it will survive, unless the weather is very severe.
It blows in July, and will often continue till October if the weather is mild and open. It is readily increased from cuttings, is a native of Spain, and first brought to England in 1714.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Gymnospermia."
264. SCABIOSA ATROPURPUREA, or Sweet Scabious.
This is a hardy Biennial, raised by seed sown the latter end of May on a shady border of fresh earth ; the plants must be thinned as they advance, and in the autumn should be removed where they are to blow, which will be in the month of July.
It is a native of Egypt, and was first brought to England in 1 629.
It belongs to the 4th Class, under the head " Tetran- dria Monogynia."
265. CENERARIA AMELLOIDES, or Blue Cape Aster. This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows from
March to September.
It is readily propagated either from seed or cuttings, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1753.
It belongs to the 1 9th Class, under the head (( Synge- nesia Superflua."
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266. CAMPANULA GRANDIFLORA, or Great-flowered Bell Flower.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July, is pro- pagated either from seed cuttings or parting the roots.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1782.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia.'*
267. LATHYRUS ARTICULATUS, Joint Podded Fetch.
This is a hardy Annual, which will require support ; it blows in July and August, is readily raised from seed which should be sown in the open borders the beginning of April.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1739.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
268. MALVA MAURITIANA, or Scarlet Mallow.
This is a hardy Annual, which is very pretty, and blows in July and August. There are seven more Annuals of this tribe, and all equally hardy.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1768.
It belongs to the 16th Class, under the head " Mona- delphia Polyandria."
269. LYCHNIS CHALCEDONICA, or Scarlet Lychnis. This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June and July ; it is increased from seed or by parting the roots.
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The double Lychnis is particularly beautiful, and may be increased by parting the roots or by cuttings in June, and as soon as it is coming into bloom, at least those that are in pots should be removed into a shady aspect. It always thrives best in a loamy soil.
It is a native of Russia, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 1 Oth Class, under the head " Decan- dria Pentagynia ."
270. LILIUM CATESB^EI, or Catesby's Lily.
This is considered a hardy bulb, though the roots should be defended from frost, and especially snow ; it is increased either by seed or offsets. It blows in July and Au- gust, and thrives best in a mixture of bog earth and light loam.
It is a native of Carolina, and first brought into England in 1789.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
271. MESEMBRYANTHEMUM AUREUM, or Golden Fig Mary gold.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, and should be kept rather dry ; is easily increased by cuttings, and blows from March to June.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head tl Icosan- dria Pentagynia."
272. CHRYSANTHEMUM TRICOLOR, or Three-coloured Ox-eye Daisy.
This is a beautiful Annual, which should be sown on a
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moderate hot-bed with Africans, &c., and when strong enough, put some in the borders, and others in pots, as they will decorate a stand or the window greatly. It blows from July to October.
It is a native of Barbary, and first brought to England in 1797.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
273. CENTAUREA CONIFERA, Cone-bearing Knapweed-, or Centaury.
This is a hardy Perennial, and very pretty ; it thrives best in a light soil, and should be placed in an open situa- tion. It blows in June with a purple blossom, and is in- creased by parting the roots.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1757.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Syngne- sia Frustranea."
274. DIGITALIS LUTEA, or the Small Yellow Foxglove.
This hardy Perennial is worth obtaining, but care must be taken not to plant it in a wet soil. It blows in June, and is increased either from seed or by parting the roots.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1629.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Angiospermia."
275. LYSIMACHIA PUNCTATA, or Spotted Loosestrife.
This is a hardy Perennial, which requires an open situ- ation, and rather a moist soil. It blows in June and July,
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with a pretty yellow spotted flower ; it is increased by parting the roots.
It is a native of Holland, and first brought to England in 1800.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
276. IRIS SIBERICA, or Siberian Iris.
This plant is perfectly hardy, and loves rather a moist situation. It is propagated by offsets ? and blows in July.
It is a native of Siberia, and was first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
277. HELIANTHUS MULTIFLORUS, or Perennial Sunflower,
with many Flowers.
This is a very showy plant, and quite hardy ; it rises from four to five feet, and should be planted in an open situa- tion, but not in a wet soil. It blows from July to October, with a double yellow blossom ; it is increased by parting the roots.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1699.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Frustranea."
278. DELPHINIUM GRANDIFLORUM, or Great Flowering
Larkspur.
This is a beautiful Perennial, and blows in July and August ; the blossom is blue, and increased by parting the roots either in the spring or autumn ; it flourishes best in a dry soil, and in an open situation.
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This is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1758.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Trigynia."
279. DELPHINIUM ELATUM, or Bee Larkspur.
This is also a hardy and beautiful Perennial, increased by parting the roots. It blows in July and August, with a bright blue flower. It should be planted in a dry soil and in an open situation.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1656.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Trigynia."
280. GENTIANA ACAULIS, Blue Gentian, or Gentianella.
This is a hardy Perennial, and very showy ; it loves a pure air, an elevated situation, and a loamy soil. It is pro- pagated by parting the roots, though it should seldom be moved, as that would prevent its thriving and blowing. The strongest plants are produced by seed, which is seldom very plentiful.
It blows in May, is a native of the Alps f Europe, and first brought to England in 1629.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Digynia."
281. CINERARIA LANATA, or Woolly Cineraria. This is a hardy greenhouse plant, increased by seed, or by cuttings put into a pot, and plunged into tan with a glass over it.
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It blows from May to July, is a native of the Canary Islands, and first brought to England in 1780.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
282. MESEMBRYANTHEMUM BICOLORUM, or Two-
coloured Fig Marygold.
This is a greenhouse plant which is often killed by too much moisture, it ought, therefore, to be kept in the driest part of the house, and to have but little water. It is pro- pagated by cuttings, and blows in July.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1696.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head '< Icosan- dria Pentagynia."
283. CENTAUREA GLASTIFOLIA, or Wood-leaved
Centaury.
This is a hardy Perennial, and requires a good open situation ; it affects a loamy soil, and is increased by parting the roots either in the spring or autumn. It blows with a yellow blossom in June.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head <c Syngene- sia Frustranea."
284. HEMOROCALLIS FULVA, Tawny-day or Copper- coloured Lily.
This is a hardy bulb, and requires a loamy soil ; it is propagated by offsets, and blows in June and July.
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It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to Eng- land in 1 597.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head "Hexandria Monogynia,"
285. HESPERIS MATRONALIS ALBO PLENO, or Double White Rocket.
This is a hardy Perennial, increased by parting the roots in the spring or autumn. It requires a light but good soil, an open situation, and blows in June. There is also a double purple which is very pretty when it blows well.
This is a native of Italy, and first brought into England in 1597.
It belongs to the 1 5th Class, under the head " Tetra- dynamia Siliquosa."
286. CLEMATIS INTEGRIFOLIA, Entire -leaved Clematis, or Virgins-Bower.
This is a hardy climber, and blows, with a blue flower, from June to August, It is propagated by parting the roots in the spring or autumn, or by cuttings, though they will not strike very freely.
It is a native of Austria, and first brought into England in 1596.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class under the head " Polyandria Polygynia."
287. BRIZA MAXIMA, or the Greatest Quaking Grass. This is a hardy Annual, and should be sown in the borders, in March or April. It blows from June to August. The country people call it the Hop Plant.
It is a native of the south of Europe, and first brought to England in 1633.
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It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Digynia."
288. HIERACIUM PILOSELLA, or Mouse-eared
Hawkweed.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May and continues till July. It is increased by parting the roots either in the spring or autumn, and makes a pretty appear- ance in the borders.
It is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Syngenesia ^Equalis."
289. DIGITALIS AMBIGUA, or the Great Yelhw
Foxglove.
This is a hardy Perennial, which thrives best in rather a dry soil. It blossoms in June, and is increased either by seed or parting the roots.
It is a native of Switzerland, and first brought to Eng- land in 1596.
It belongs to the 1 4th Class, under the head '* Didyna- mia Angiospermia."
290. MIMULUS GLUTINOSUS, or Orange-flowered Monkey Plant.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows from June to August, it is increased by cuttings, and requires a light loamy soil.
It is a native of Peru, and first brought to England in 1794.
It belongs to the 14th Class under the head " Didyna- mia Angiospermia."
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291. MESEMBRYANTHEMUM PINNATIFIDUM, or Jagged- leaved Fig Mary gold.
This is a greenhouse plant, raised from seed sown in a pot, and plunged into a bed of tan, with a glass over it. It requires very little moisture.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head " Icosan- dria Pentagynia/'
Tfyere are no less than 158 sorts of this plant.
292. SEMPERVIVUM ARACHNOIDEUM, or Cobweb Houseleek.
This plant should be placed in a warm, sheltered situation through the winter, and guarded from much wet, frost, and snow. It must be kept in a pot of light earth. It blows in June and is increased by offsets.
It is a native of Italy, and first brought to England in 1699.
It belongs to the \ 1th Class, under the head " Dodecan- dria Dodecagynia."
293. HELLEBORUS LIVIDUS, Livid or Spot-leaved Hellebore.
This is a hardy Perennial, raised either by seed sown in the spring, or by parting the roots in the autumn. It thrives best in a light loam, and blows in March or April.
It is a native of Britain, and first brought into notice in 1731.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head "Polyan- dria Polygynia."
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294. ACONITUM VARIEGATUM, or Variegated Wolf's-bane.
This is a hardy Perennial, which should be planted in a dry and shady situation. It blows in June, and continues till August; the bloom is white variegated with blue. It is increased by parting the roots in the spring or autumn.
It is a native of the south of Europe, and first brought to England in 1752.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Pentagynia."
295. MONSONIA SPECIOSA, or Large-flowered Monsonia.
This is a greenhouse plant which took its name from Lady Ann Monson. It is raised from cuttings which should be planted in a pot of light loam, and plunged into a tan pit, with a glass over it. It blows in April and May- It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 16th Class, under the head "Mona- delphia Dodecandria."
296. ANTIRRHINUM TRISTE, Dark-flowered Snap Dragon, or Toad Flax.
This is a greenhouse plant, raised from seed or cuttings; it thrives best in a light loam, and blows in July.
It is a native of Spain, and first brought to England in 1727.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didyna- mia Angiospermia."
There are 40 of this genus of plants.
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297. POTENTILLA GRANDIFLORA, or Large-flowered Cinquefoil.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June and July. It is increased by seed sown in the spring, or by parting the roots in the autumn.
It is a native of Europe, and first brought to England in 1768.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head " Icosandria Polygynia."
298. EPILOPIUM ANGUSTISSIMUM, or Rosemary -leaved
Willow Herb.
This is a hardy Perennial, which is increased from seed sown in July, or by parting the roots in the spring or autumn.
It affects a loamy soil, and blows in July. It is a native of Europe, and first brought into England in 1775.
Jt belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
299. NARCISSUS ODORUS, or Sweet-scented Narcissus.
This is a hardy bulb, which affects a light loamy soil, and should be planted when other bulbs are put into the ground. It is propagated by offsets, and blows with a yellow blossom in April or May.
It is a native of Portugal, and first brought to England in 1629.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia.''
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300. LACHENALIA TRICOLOR, or Three-coloured Lachenalia.
This is a bulb which requires warmth, it must therefore be kept in the greenhouse through the winter ; it is in- creased by offsets, and usually blows in April.
It affects a light loamy soil, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
301. GORTERIA RIGENS, or Great-flowered Gorteria.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, and is increased either from seed or cuttings, which will strike best under a glass. The bloom will seldom come to perfection, unless exposed to the sun.
It blows in April or May, affects a loamy soil, is a na- tive of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- iiesia Frustranea.''
302. LYCHNIS CORONATA, or Chinese Lychnis.
This is a greenhouse plant, which should be taken care of, as it is rather more tender than some other of the hardy greenhouse plants. It is propagated either from seed, cut- tings, or by parting the roots.
• It thrives best in a light loam, mixed with bog earth ; it blows in June ; is a native of China, and first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Pentagynia."
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303. PHYLICA ERICOIDES, or Heath-leaved Phylica. This is also a greenhouse plant, increased : ^Jtj^er from
seed or cuttings. It affects a light loam, and bog earth : blows from November to March ; is a native cf the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
304. ACHILLEA MACROPHYLLA, or Feverfew-leaved
Milfoil
This is a hardy Perennial, which succeeds best in a dry soil and open situation ; it blows in July, with a white blossom, and pretty. There are 35 others equally hardy.
It is propagated by parting the roots in the spring ; is a native of Italy, and was first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head ** Synge- nesia Superflua.''
305. ACONITUM ORIENTALS, or Eastern Wolfs-bane. This is a hardy Perennial, and affects a dry, but shady
situation ; it blows in July, with a very showy blue and white blossom.
It is propagated by parting the roots ; is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1799.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyan- andria Trigynia."
306. ACT^EA SPICATA, or Herb Christopher. This is a hardy Perennial, which requires a strong soil and a shady situation. It blows in May with a pretty white blossom ; is propagated by seed, or by parting the roots in the spring.
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It is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyandria Monogynia.''
307. PRIMULO ACAULIS, FLORE PLENO CARNEO, or
; ; . . Double Lilac Primrose.
This is a hardy Perennial, as all the rest of this genus are ; it affects a good, loamy soil, and somewhat shady as- pect ; every other year it should be divided, and some of the best plants put into pots, that they may be moved to any part of the garden. It blows in March or April ; there is also the double red and the double yellow.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
308. PLUMBAGO ROSEA, or Rose-coloured Leadwort. This is properly a stove-plant, which often rises from
four to five feet high, and will sometimes blow all the sum- mer. It is usually increased from cuttings, and affects a good, loamy soil.
It is a native of the East Indies, and first brought to England in 1777.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
309. ONONIS FRUTICOSA, or Shrubby Rest-harrow.
This is a small and hardy shrub, increased by seed or layers ; it affects a dry and sandy soil, and blows in July.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1748.
It belongs to the 1 7th Class, under the head " Dia- delphia Decandria.''
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310. FUMARIA SOLIDA, or Solid-rooted Fumitory.
This is a hardy Perennial, and blows in April ; it should be removed every two years, and the root divided about October.
It thrives best in light loam, and is a native of Britain.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Hexandria."
311. TROLLIUS ASIATICUS, or Asiatic Globe-flower.
This is a hardy Perennial, and blows in May and June It is increased either from seed or by parting the roots in the spring or autumn. It should be planted in a north border, and kept moist in the summer. It thrives best in a mixture of loam and bog earth.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Polygynia."
312. FUMARIA CAVA, or Hollow-rooted Fumitory.
This is a hardy Perennial, which flowers in March or April ; it is increased by dividing the root in the spring or autumn.
It affects a shady aspect, is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Hexandria."
313. VERBASCUM MYCONI, or Borage-leaved Mullein.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May, and if the weather is favourable will continue blowing till Angust.
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Jt delights in shade, and should be frequently watered in dry weather ; it is propagated by dividing the roots in the spring or autumn ; is a native of the Pyrenees, and first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
314. AJUGA ORIENTALIS, or Eastern Bugle.
This is a hardy Perennial, that affects a dry soil and an open situation. It blows in June and July, with a pretty blue flower, and is propagated by parting the root in the spring or autumn.
It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to England in 1732.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Gymnospermia."
315. ALTII^A ROSEA, or the China Hollyhock. This is a Perennial which is usually raised from seed,
sown on a moderate hotbed, and when the plants are strong enough they should be put into the borders where they are to blow. It is a plant that requires a pretty good soil and an open situation. It blows in July, and often continues till October. It is a showy plant, and produces great variety of colours.
It is a native of China, and first brought to England in 1597.
It belongs to the 16th Class, under the head " Mona- delphia Polyandria."
316. ALLIUM ROSEUM, or Rose-coloured Garlic. This is a hardy Perennial, that requires a good soil and
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an open situation. It blows in May and June, and though the smell is not at all inviting, yet the beauty of the bloom will make ample amends.
It is increased by seed, which it produces plentifully, is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1762.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia."
317. ALYSSUM OLYMPICUM, or Grecian Madwort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which thrives best in a light sandy soil ; it affects an open situation, and blows in April or May.
It is propagated either from seed or duttings, is a native of Greece, and was first brought to England in 1800.
It belongs to the 1 5th Class, under the head " Tetrady- namia Siliculosa."
318. ALYSSUM SAXITILE, or Yellow Madwort.
This is a hardy shrub, which blows in April or May, with a pretty blossom.
It thrives best in a light soil and open situation, is a native of Crete, and was brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 15th Class, under the head " Tetrady- namia Siliculosa."
319. AMARYLLIS LUTEA, or Autumnal Narcissus.
This is a hardy bulb, which will thrive in most soils, and almost in any situation. It blows in September and October with a pretty yellow blossom, and is increased either from seed or offsets.
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It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia."
320. ANCHUSA ANGUSTIFOLIA, or Narrow-leaved Bugloss.
This is a hardy Perennial, propagated by parting the roots in the spring ; it blows in May with a pretty blossom, and continues till August. It affects a light soil and an open situation.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and was first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia.'*
32 1 . RANUNCULUS FICARIA FLORE PLENO, Double Pilewort, or Crowfoot.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in April with a pretty yellow blossom ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring or autumn, and is a native of Britain.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Polygynia."
322. PYRUS SPECTABILIS, or Chinese Apple.
This beautiful plant blossoms in May, and should be planted in a sheltered aspect, as the cold winds are apt to injure it ; the usual method of increasing it is by grafting it on a crab stock.
It is a native of China, and first brought to England in 1780.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head " Icosandria Pentagynia."
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323. GLYCINE RUBICUNDA, or Red-flowered Glycine.
This is a climber, which often rises to five or six feet ; it blows from April to June, and is increased chiefly from seed.
Though this is considered a hardy greenhouse plant, yet if it is planted against a house or a wall, and well shel- tered, it may be preserved in the open air ; it is a native of New Holland, and was first brought to England in 1788.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
324. GLYCINE COCCINEA, or Scarlet Glycine.
This is a more tender greenhouse plant than the above, but a beautiful climber ; it rises as high as the other, but requires more care to preserve it.
It blossoms from April to June, and is increased by seed ; is a native of New Holland, and was first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria.''
325. GLADIOLUS TRISTIS, or Square-stalked Corn Flag.
This is a greenhouse plant, which produces its blossoms in April or May, which are very fragrant ; it affects a light loam and bog earth ; is increased by offsets, and must be managed like all other Cape plants.
This is a native of the Cape, and first brought to Eng- land in 1745.
It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Triandria Monogynia."
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326. BLITUM VIRGATUM, or Slender Strawberry Blite.
This is a hardy Animal, which produces its berries from June to September ; it affects a dry soil and open situa- tion ; the seed should be sown in March, with other hardy Annuals ; it is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1680.
It belongs to the 1st Class, under the head "Monan- dria Digynia."
327. MAHERMA PIXNATA, or Winged Mahernia.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows from June to August, and increased from seed or cuttings. It affects a loamy soil, with bog earth ; is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Pentagynia.''
328. ANEMONE VIRGINIANA, or Virginian Anemone.
This is a hardy Perennial, that affects a good loamy soil, and a shady situation ; it blows in May and June, and is increased by parting the roots.
It is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1 722.
It belongs to the 1 3th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Polygynia/'
329. ANTHER ICUM RAMOSUM, or Branching Spiderwort. This is a hardy Perennial, which blows with a pretty white blossom in July and August ; it affects a dry soil, an open situation, and is propagated either from seed, or part- ing the roots in the spring.
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It is a native of the South of Europe, and was first brought to England in 1597.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
(£3r° There is also the " Coerulea," which is very pretty, with 1 8 others, but most of them greenhouse plants.
.330. ANTIRRHINUM MONSPESSULANUM, Montpellier, or Sweet-scented Toad Flax.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July, with a variegated blossom ; it loves a dry soil and an open situa- tion ; is propagated either by seed, or parting the roots in the spring ; is a native of France, and first brought to Eng- land in 1748.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Angiospermia ''
331. DRACOCEPHALUM DENTICULATUM, or Tooth-leaved Dragon s head.
This is a hardy Perennial, increased by parting the roots in the spring : it affects a moist, loamy soil, and a shady situation ; it blows in August and September.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1787.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didyna- mia Gymnospermia.''
332. ANTIRRHINUM GENESTIFOLIUM, or Broom-leaved Snapdragon.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July with a yellow blossom ; it loves a dry soil and an open situation ; it is propagated either from seed, or parting the roots ; it
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is a native of Austria, and was first brought to England in 1732.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head "Didy- namia Angiospermia."
$SW There are 39 others of this genus, a few of them greenhouse plants, but most of them hardy Annuals.
333. SCORZONERA ROSEA, or Rose-coloured Viper's Grass.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June and July ; it affects a dry soil and an open situation ; it is pro- pagated by parting the roots in the spring ; is a native of Hungary, and was first brought to England in 1807.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head "Synge- nesia
334. DISANDRA PROSTRATA, or Trailing Disandra.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows from May to August. It affects a good loamy soil, and should be plentifully watered in dry weather ; it is readily increased from cuttings. This plant should stand on some elevated situation, where the branches may hang carelessly down.
It is a native of Madeira, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1771.
It belongs to the 7th Class, under the head " Heptan- dria Monogynia."
335. AZALEA VISCOSA, or White-flowered Azalea.
This is a hardy ornamental shrub, which blows in June, and requires a situation rather shady. It affects a light loam, mixed with bog earth. It is usually propagated by layers, which should not be taken from the mother plant too soon, otherwise they will not be sufficiently rooted.
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It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1734.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
336. ARNICA MONTANA, or Mountain Arnica.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June, with a deep yellow flower. It thrives best in bog earth, and placed in rather a moist, but open situation.
It is propagated by parting the roots early in the spring ; is a native of Europe, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
337. ARUM ITALICUM, or Italian Wake Robin.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows with a green and white flower in May. It requires rather a shady aspect, is increased from seed, or propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Italy, and first brought to England in 1771.
It belongs to the 20th Class, under the head " Gy- nandria Polyandria."
338. ASCLEPIAS VERTICILLATA, or Whorl-leaved
Swallow Wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July with a greenish white blossom ; it requires a dry soil and open situation. It is increased by parting the roots in the spring, is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1759.
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It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Digynia."
339. HIERACIUM MONTANUM, or Mountain Hawkweed.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July, and requires a loamy soil, it is increased by parting the roots in the spring, and makes a pretty variety in the borders.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1802.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia
340. ASPHODELUS LUTEUS, or Yellow Asphodel, This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June or Ju]y,
it affects a dry soil, and open situation, and is increased
by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Sicily, and first brought to England in
1596.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria
Monogynia."
341. PEUCEDANUM SIBERICUM, or Siberian Sulphur- Wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May and June, and thrives best in a light loamy soil ; it is propa- gated by parting the roots in the spring, is a native of Sibe- ria, and was first brought to England in 1804.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Digynia."
342. ASTER CORDIFOLIUS, or Heart-leaved Starwort. This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in August and
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September, with a light blue flower : it requires a dry soil and an open situation : it is propagated by parting the roots in the spring. Is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
343. ASTER MUTABILIS, or Variable Starwort.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which blows in October, requires the same soil as the last, and is increased in the same manner ; is also a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1731.
It is of the same class as the last, and under the same head.
344. PSORALEA GLANDULOSA, or Stripe-Jlowered Psoralea.
This is a greenhouse plant, which should be planted in a good prepared loamy soil ; it is increased either from seed or by cuttings. This plant begins blowing in May, and often continues in bloom till August.
It is a native^ of Peru, and first brought to England in 1770.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
345. ASTRAGALUS ALOPECUROIDES, or Foxtail Milk Vetch.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August, with a yellow blossom, is propagated by parting the roots in the spring ; the soil should be dry, and the situation open.
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It is a native of Spain, and first brought to England in 1739.
It belongs to the 17th Class, tinder the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
346. ASTRAGALUS CANADENSIS, or Canadian Milk Vetch.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which blows in June and July, is propagated likewise by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1732.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head « Diadel- phia Decandria."
(£jp~ There are 45 more of this genus of plants, exclu- sive of those in this Selection, some of them hardy Annuals, and the rest hardy Perennials.
347. ASTRANTIA MAJOR, or Great Black Master-wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June and July, the blossom is white stained with purple, it affects a dry soil and an open situation, and is propagated by part- ing the roots in the spring.
It is a native of the Alps of Europe, and first brought to England in 1 596.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head « Pentan- dria Digynia."
348. ERICA CERINTHOIDES, or Honey-wort Flowered Heath.
This is a greenhouse plant, which blows in July, and is propagated by cuttings. It affects a mixture of bog earth,
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finely sifted, with a small portion of light loam. In dry hot weather it must be regularly watered, and receive as much air as possible when the weather is mild.
This is a native of the Cape, and was first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
&HJF There are 310 more of this genus of Plants, ex- clusive of those which are in this Selection.
349. ANCHUSA, var. FLO-PURPUREO, or Purple-flowered Bugloss.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June, and is propagated by parting the roots in the spring ; it affects a dry soil and an open situation.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
350. BUPHTHALMUM ODORATUM, or Sweet-scented Ox-Eye.
This is a hardy Annual, which should be sown in the month of March, with other hardy Annuals. It blows in July, and will often continue blowing till September.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and was first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Frustranea."
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351. HEDYSARUM CORONARIUM, or French Honeysuckle Hedysarum.
This is a hardy Biennial, which usually produces its bloom the second year, though sometimes it will show flower the first year. It blows in July, with a red blos- som, it is very showy, and produces plenty of seed, though it may occasionally be increased by parting the roots in the spring. It affects a dry soil and an open situation.
It is a native of Italy, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
352. APOCYNUM ANDROS^MIFOLIUM, or Fly Catching Dogsbane.
This is a hardy Perennial, and flowers from July to September. The blossom is red striped with white. It has a creeping root, which increases greatly in a light dry soil, and warm situation. The seed will sometimes come to perfection in this climate, but the surest method is by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Digynia."
353. MIMULUS RINGENS, or Narrow-leaved Monkey Flower.
This is a hardy Perennial, that blows in July and August, with a light blue flower. It thrives best in bog earth, and in an open situation. It may be raised
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from seed, or by parting the roots in the spring. The seed should be sown as soon as ripe.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head '* Didyna- mia Angiospermia."
354. BETONICA ORIENTALIS, or Eastern Betony.
This is a hardy Perennial, and blows in July, with a light purple flower. It thrives best in a dry soil and open situation ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to Eng- land in 1739.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Gymnospermia."
355. BORAGO ORIENTALIS, or Borage of Constantinople. This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in April and
May, with a blue flower. It loves a dry situation, and a light soil ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Constantinople, and first brought to England in 1752.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head "Pentandria Monogynia."
356. BUPHTHALMUM GRANDIFLORUM, or Great-flowered
Ox-Eye.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June and July, with a yellow flower. It loves a dry soil and open situation ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Austria, and first brought to England in 1722.
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It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Syn- nesia Frustranea."
357. CACALIA SUAVEOLENS, or Sweet-scented Coltsfoot.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in August, with a white blossom. It requires a strong soil and an open situation ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1752.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head '« Synge- nesia ^Equalis."
(g^51 There are 14 more of this genus, 9 of which are greenhouse plants.
358. CASSIA MARILANDICA, or Maryland Cassia.
This is a Perennial, perfectly hardy, and blows in July, with a yellow blossom. It loves a light loamy soil and an open situation ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1723.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head "Decandria Monogynia."
359. CENTAUREA RUTHENICA, or Russian Centaury.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July. It requires a good loamy soil and an open situation ; is pro- pagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Russia, and first brought to Eng- land in 1806.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Frustranea."
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360. CENTAUREA STOEBE, or Wing-leaved Centaury.
This is a hardy Perennial, which produces its bloom in June. It requires a strong loamy soil and an open situa- tion ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Tartary, and first brought to England in 1800.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Syn- genesia Frustranea."
(gp= There are 73 more of this genus, most of them either hardy Annuals, or Perennials.
361. GOODENIA L^VIGATA, or Smooth Goodenia.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows from July to October ; is very readily increased from cuttings, and it thrives best in a mixture of light loam and drift sand.
It is a native of New Holland, and first brought to England in 1790.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
362. AZALEA PONTICA, or Yellow-flowered, Azalea.
This is a hardy ornamental shrub, and flowers in June and July ; is very fragrant; is propagated either from seed, cuttings, or layers.
It is a native of Pontus, and first brought to England in 1793.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head t( Pentan- dria Monogynia."
363. SALVIA INDICA, or Indian Sage. This is a hardy Perennial, increased either by seeds
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parting the roots, or by cuttings. It requires a dry and warm situation. It blows in May and June, with a blue and white variegated flower.
It is a native of India, and first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 2nd Class, under the head " Diandria Monogynia."
There are 75 more of this genus.
364. CAMPANULA PERSICIFOLIA FLORE PLENO, or Double Peach-leaved Bell Flower.
This is a hardy Perennial, and easily propagated by parting the roots in the spring. It loves a good soil and an open situation. It blows in August, with a double blue flower.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
&s&° There are 45 more of this genus, and the Albus flore pleno is the most delicate of the whole tribe.
365. ORIGANUM DICTANUS, or Dittany of Crete, (Marjoram. J
This is properly a greenhouse plant, though it would survive our winters, if mild, but it must be planted in a warm and sheltered situation. It blows from June to August, and is increased chiefly from cuttings.
It is a native of Crete, and first brought into Eng- land in 1568.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head "Didy- namia Gymnospermia." •
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366. CHELONE GLABRA, or White Chelone.
This is a hardy Perennial, that blows in August ; any soil almost will suit it, but it should be placed in an open situation. It is increased by parting the roots in spring.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1752.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Angiospermia."
^^ There is also the '* Obliqua," or red-flowered, equally desirable.
367. COLCHICUM AUTUMN ALE FLORE PLENO, OT Double
Meadow Saffron.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in September, with a purple and white blossom. It requires a good loamy soil, and an open situation, is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Polygynia."
368. HERMANNIA ALTH^IFOLIA, or Marshmallow leaved Hermannia.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which requires a good loamy soil, and increased either by seed or cuttings. It blows from April to September.
It is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1728.
It belongs to the 16th Class, under the Head « Pen- tandria Monadelphia."
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369. LINUM FLAVUM, or Yellow Flax.
This is a hardy Perennial, of easy culture. It delights in a light loamy soil, is increased either from seed, or by parting the roots in the spring, or by cuttings, and pro- duces its bloom in July or August.
It is a native of Austria, and first brought to England in 1793.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Pentagynia."
370. DAPHNE CNEORUM, or Trailing Daphne.
This is a hardy Perennial, but thrives best in road sand and bog earth. " It is increased either by seed or layers, and produces its bloom in April and May.
It is a native of the Alps of Europe, and first brought to England in 1739.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Digynia.''
%£W The " Odora," or sweet-scented, is very desirable.
371. GENISTA TRIQUETRA, or Triangular-stalked Genista.
This is a beautiful hardy evergreen shrub, which should be planted against a wall, as it requires support, it blows in May or June, and thrives best in a light soil, and an open situation.
It is increased by layers ; is a native of Corsica, and first brought to England in 1770.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
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372. POLYGALA CHAM^EBUXUS, or Box-leaved Milk -wort.
This is an elegant evergreen shrub, of low growth, increased by layers. It is perfectly hardy ; blows in May and June, and thrives best in bog earth.
It is a native of Austria, and first brought to England in 1568.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Octandria."
373. ANTHERICUM LILIASTRUM, or Savoy Spider-wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, and produces its bloom in May or June. It thrives best in a loamy soil, moderately moist, and is propagated by parting the roots in the spring or autumn.
It is a native of Switzerland, and first brought into England in 1629.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
374. IPOMOEA COCCINEA, or Scarlet Convolvulus.
This is a tender Annual, and should be raised in the same bed with Balsams, &c. placing only three seeds in each pot, in a triangular form, and when the plants are strong enough to put out, place them in a warm situation, with sticks by them eight feet long ; the earlier they blow the greater probability there will be to secure good seed. They generally produce their bloom in June, and will continue till September.
It is a native of the West Indies, and first brought to England in 1713.
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It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
375. GNAPHALIUM ERICOIDES, or Heath-leaved Everlasting.
This is a greenhouse plant, possessing much beauty, it blows in March, and will continue till August. Its branches are generally weak, so that they must be care- fully supported.
It is readily increased by cuttings ; is a native of the Cape, and first brought to England in 1774.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head (< Synge- nesia Superflua."
376. CONVALLARIA MULTIFLORA, or Many-flowered Solomon s Seal.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May and June, with a greenish white blossom. It requires a good soil, and rather a shady situation ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Britain ; and belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
377. COREOPSIS AURICULATA, or Ear-leaved Tick Seed.
This is a beautiful hardy Perennial, which blows in July, and continues till September. The blossom is orange colour, with a dark eye. It thrives best in a dry soil and open situation ; is propagated either from seed or by parting the roots.
It is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1699.
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It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Frustranea."
378, COLUTEA CRUENTA, or Red-flowered Bladder • Senna.
This is a showy and hardy shrub, which blows in June. It should be planted in an open situation, and has a pretty effect among other shrubs. It is propagated either by seed or layers.
It is a native of the Levant, and first brought to Eng- land in 1731.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
379. CORONILLA VARIA, or Variegated Coronilla.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows from June to August, with a purple and white blossom. It thrives best in a dry soil, and in an open situation ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring or autumn.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and was first brought to England in 1640.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
380. CUCUBALUS TARTARICUS, or Tartarian Lychnis.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June and July, with a white blossom. It requires a strong loamy soil, and an open situation, and is propagated by parting the roots either in the spring or autumn.
It is a native of Tartary, and was first brought to England in 1772.
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It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " De- candria Trigynia."
381. DICTAMNUS FLORE RUBRO, or the Tied Fraxinella. This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June ; is in- creased by parting the roots in the spring or autumn. It requires a dry soil, and an open situation.
It is a native of Germany, and was first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 1 Oth Class, under the head "Decandria Monogynia."
$ZW There is also the " White,'* which is delicate and pretty.
382. DORINICUM PLANTAGINEUM, or Plantain- leaved
Leopard's Bane.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May and June, with a yellow blossom. It thrives best in a strong moist soil and a shady aspect ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring or autumn.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1597.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
383. DAHLIA ROSE A, or Rose-coloured Dahlia.
This is a beautiful and hardy Perennial, and blows in August and September; is increased by parting the roots in the spring, or by seeds, and thrives best in a loamy soil and an open situation.
It is a native of Mexico, and was first brought to England in 1800.
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It "belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Superflua."
(^^ There are a great variety of this beautiful genus equally hardy, and they are become great favourites with the Florists. 384. EPILOBIUM FLORE ALBO, or White French Willow.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August. Almost any soil will suit it; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Switzerland, and first brought to Eng- land in 1798.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octandria Monogynia."
385. EUPATORIUM PURPUREUM, Purple-stalked Eupatorium, or Hemp Agrimony,
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August, is increased by parting the roots in the spring. It affects a strong loamy soil, and the aspect shady.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Syngene- sia jEqualis."
386. EUPATORIUM AROMATICUM, Aromatic Eupatorium, or Hemp Agrimony.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which blows with a white blossom in September. The soil and aspect the same as the last, and increased by the same method.
This is also a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1758.
It belongs to the same Class, and under the same head.
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387: BIGNONIA SEMPERVIRENS, or Sweet-scented Trumpet Flower.
This is a hardy evergreen greenhouse plant, which blows in June and July. It requires support, it being a climber. It thrives best in a good loamy soil ; is propagated by seed or cuttings.
It is a native of Virginia, arid was first brought to England in 1640.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head '* Didyna- mia Angiospermia,"
388. BIGNONIA CAPREOLATA, or Four-leaved Trumpet
Flower.
This is also a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows in June, and managed in all respects the same as the last.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1730.
It belongs to the same Class as the last, and under the same head.
389. AGROSTEMMA^ var. FLO. PLENO, or Double Rose
Campion.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows from June to September. It affects a dry loamy soil, and an open situation ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring, and is a plant well worth obtaining.
It is a native of Italy, and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 1 Oth Class, under the head " Decan- dria Pentagynia."
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390. ALCHEMILLA ALPINA, or Alpine Ladies Mantle.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July, with a pretty greenish blossom ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Britain ; and belongs to the 4th Class, under the head " Tetrandria Digynia."
391. ALETRIS FARINOSA, or Mealy Aletris.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June and July, is propagated by parting the roots in the spring; it affects a light loamy soil, and an open situation.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1768.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
392. AMETHYSTEA CCERULEA, or Blue-flowered
Amethyst,
This is a very pretty Annual, and perfectly hardy ; the seed should be sown in the open borders in the month of March, or in April at farthest. It blows in July, is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 2nd Class, under the head " Diandria Monogynia."
393. AMYGDALUS, var. FLO PLENO, or Double-dwarf Almond Tree.
This is a beautiful shrub, and very ornamental, it blows in April and May, with a red blossom ; it requires a good soil and a sheltered situation, otherwise the cold winds will injure the bloom.
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It is a native of Tartary, and was first brought to England in 1683.
It belongs to the 1 2th Class, under the head " Icosan- dria Monogynia."
394. ANTHEMIS TINCTORIA, or Yellow Camomile. This is a hardy Perennial, and worth obtaining ; it blows from June till September, is propagated by parting the roots in the spring, it thrives best in rather a moist soil. It is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 1 9th Class, under the head " Syngenesia Superflua."
395. ANTHOXANTHUM ODORATUM, or Sweet-scented
Vernal Grass.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May and June, is propagated by parting the roots in the spring or autumn.
It affects a light soil and an open situation, is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 2nd Class, under the head " Diandria Digynia."
396. FRITILLARIA IMPERIALIS, or Crown Imperial This is a hardy bulb, and worth obtaining; there are
several sorts, and all of them ornamental, though the red and the yellow are the most desirable. They blow in April and May, should be planted in an open situation, entirely free from the droppings of trees.
It is a native of Persia^ and first brought to England in 1596.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexandria Monogynia."
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397. GERANIUM PHCEUM, or Dark-flowered
Crane's Bill.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows with a dark pur- ple blossom in June, is increased either from seed or cut- tings, it thrives best in a light loam ; is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 16th Class, under the head " Mona* delphia Decandria."
398. GERANIUM PALUSTRE, or Marsh Crane's Bill.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which blows with a blue blossom in June, it is propagated the same as the last, and managed in all respects the same ; is a native of Ger- many, and first brought to England in 1732.
It belongs to the 16th Class, under the same head as the last.
399. POLYGONUM VIRGINIANUM, or Virginian Persicaria.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July arid August, it requires a loamy soil and an open situation ; it is propagated by parting the roots in the spring, is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1640.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octan- dria Trigynia."
400. HYPER ICUM PULCHRUM, or Upright St. John's Wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July with yellow blossom tinged with red ; it affects a light soil, is increased by parting the root in the spring or autumn, ie
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a native of Britain, and belongs to the 18th Class, under the head " Polyadelphia Polyandria."
401. LASERPITIUM AQUILEGIFOLIUM, or Columbine- leaved Laserwort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows with a white blossom in June, it affects a dry soil, and an open situa- tion ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Austria, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1796.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Digynia."
402. MARRUBIUM PEREGRINUM, or Saw-leaved Horehound.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which blows in July, it thrives best in a light soil, and an open situation ; is pro- pagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Austria, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1784.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Gymnospermia."
403. P^EONIA FLORE PLENO ROSEO, OT Double RoS€~
coloured Pceony.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May and June, and makes a very beautiful appearance in the Garden ; as it grows rather large, it should have plenty of room to spread itself; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyandria Digynia.*'
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There are several more of this genus, but the " Albiflora pleno, or double white/' is very desirable.
404. PHYTEUMA SPICATA, or Spiked Rampion.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August, with a blue and straw-coloured blossom ; it affects a dry soil, but rather a shady aspect, and is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Europe, and first brought to England in 1683.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia.''
405. PLUMBAGO EUROP^KA, or European Lead-wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in October with a white blossom, it affects a deep strong soil, and an open situation ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1597.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Monogynia."
406. POLEMONIUM CCERULEUM, or Greek Valerian. This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May, with
a blue blossom, and almost any soil will suit it, is propa- gated by parting the roots in the spring ; is a native of Bri- tain, and belongs to the 5th Class, under the head «* Pen- tandria Monogynia.''
407. POLYGONUM DIVARICATUM, or Divaricated
Persicaria. This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in August, with
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a white blossom, it requires a strong soil and open situation, is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 8th Class, under the head " Octan- dria Trigynia."
(gfT° There are 24 more of this genus, 15 Hardy An- nuals, and 9 Hardy Perennials.
408. POLYMNIA UVEDALIA, or Broad-leaved Polymnia.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in October, with a yellow blossom, and it frequently rises to six or seven feet high ; it requires a strong soil and open situation. Is increased either from cuttings, or by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 17 12.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Necessaria."
409. POTENTILLA RECTA, or Upright C'mquefoil.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June with a yellow blossom, it requires a dry soil and an open situation, is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and was first brought to England in 1648.
It belongs to the 12th Class, under the head " Icosan- dria Polygynia."
There are 27 more of this genus, equally hardy.
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410. ROBINIA HISPIDA, or Rose Acacia.
This is a hardy shrub, and very beautiful ; it blows in May, with a rose-coloured blossom : it requires rather a good soil, and is propagated either by seed or layers. It should be planted in an open situation, so that no other tree should hang over it, to injure the bloom.
It is a native of Carolina, and first brought to Eng- land in 1758.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria."
411. PRUNELLA LACIMATA, or Cut-leaved Self-heal.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August, with a blue and white blossom, it requires rather a strong soil, and a shady aspect, and is increased by part- ing the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Germany, and first brought to England in 1713.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didyna- mia Angiospermia."
412. PULMONARIA AXGUSTIFOLIA, or Narrow-leaved Lung-wort.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which blows with a pur- ple blossom in April and May ; the soil is of little conse- quence, but it requires a shady aspect, and is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Europe, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1731.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Monogynia."
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413. SAPONARIA LUTEA, or Yellow Soap-wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which produces its blossoms in July or August, it affects a light soil and an open situa- tion ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Switzerland, and was first brought to England in 1804.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Digynia."
(gp"3 There are several other sorts, but the flore pleno, or the double with purple and white blossom is very de- sirable.
414. SAXIFRAGA ROSULARIS, or Rose-coloured Saxifrage.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May and June, it affects a light soil and a shady aspect ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of the Alps of Europe, and first brought to England in 1629.
It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head " Decan- dria Digynia."
415. PHVTOLACCA OCTANDRA, or White-flowered
Phytolacca.
This is a hardy greenhouse plant, which blows in July, and often continues in bloom till September. It affects a good loamy soil ; is increased either from seed or by cut- tings.
It is a native of Mexico, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1732.
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It belongs to the 10th Class, under the head "Decandria Decagynia."
416. SCORZONERA ANGUSTiFOLiA, or Narrow-leaved Viper's Grass.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which blows in July with a yellow and purple blossom. It affects a dry gra- velly soil, and an open aspect ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of the south of Europe, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia .ZEqualis."
417. SIDERITIS SCORDIOIDES, or Crenate Iron-wort.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July with a yellow blossom. It affects a dry soil, and an open situa- tion ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of France, and first brought to England in 1739.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Gymnospermia."
418. SILPHIUM LACINIATUM, or Jag-leaved Silphium.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in August. It affects a dry soil, and rather a warm aspect ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1781.
It belongs to the 19th Class, under the head " Synge- nesia Necessaria."
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419. SOLIDAGO CANADENSIS, or Canadian Golden Rod.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August with a yellow blossom. It affects a light loamy soil and an open situation ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of North America, and was first brought to England in 1756.
It belongs to the 1 9th Class, under the head *' Synge- nesia Superflua."
420. SPIR^A LOBATA, or Lobe-leaved Meadow-sweet.
This is a hardy Perennial, and rather scarce ; it blows with a scarlet blossom in June and July. It affects a strong moist soil and an open aspect ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1765.
It belongs to the 1 2th Class, under the head " Icosan- dria Pentagynia."
*S£T There is also the flore pleno, or the double of this genus.
421. ARALIA RACEMOSA, or Cluster-flowering Aralia. This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in June. It
thrives best in a light loamy soil, and is propagated by parting the roots.
It is a native of Canada, and first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentan- dria Pentagynia."
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422. TEUCRIUM LUCIDUM, or Shining-leaved Germander.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August with a purple blossom. It affects a dry soil and an open aspect ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and first brought to England in 1730.
It belongs to the 14th Class, under the head " Didy- namia Gymnospermia."
423. THALISTRUM ALPINUM, or Alpine Meadow Rue.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May and June with a red blossom. It thrives best in a dry soil ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyandria Polygynia."
424. TRIGONELLA RUTHENICA, or Russian Fenugreek.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August with a pretty yellow blossom. It thrives best in a strong loamy soil, and should be placed in an open situation ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring, or it may be increased by seed.
It is a native of Siberia, and first brought to England in 1759.
It belongs to the 17th Class, under the head " Diadel- phia Decandria/'
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425. URTICA NIVEA, or Snowy Nettle.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August with a greenish blossom. It affects a light dry soil and a warm aspect ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of China, and first brought to England in 1739.
It belongs to the 21st Class, under the head " Monce- cia Tetrandria."
426. VERONICA MARITIMA, or Sea Speedwell.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in July and August with a pretty bright blue blossom. It affects a light loamy soil ; is propagated by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of the European coast, and first brought to England in 1570.
It belongs to the 2nd Class, under the head " Dian- dria Monogynia."
427. VERONICA FLORE CARNEA, or Flesh-coloured Veronica.
This is a very desirable plant, and as hardy as the last ; it requires the same soil, and is propagated in the same manner.
It is a native of Austria, and first brought to England in 1731.
It belongs to the same Class as the last, and under the same head.
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428. LASERPITIUM LATIFOLIUM, or Broad-leaved
Laser-wort.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which produces its bloom in June ; it thrives best in a dry soil and an open situa- tion ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Europe, and first brought to England in 1783.
It belongs to the 5th Class, under the head " Pentandria Digynia."
429. CYPRIPEDIUM CALCEOLUS, or Ladies' Slipper.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May and June with a pretty dark purple and yellow blossom. It thrives best in bog-earth, and should be planted in a shady aspect ; is increased by parting the roots in the spring.
It is a native of Britain, and belongs to the 20th Class, under the head " Gynandria Diandria."
430. BUNIAS ORIENTALIS, or Yellow Kale.
This is also a hardy Perennial, which produces its bloom in June. It affects a light loamy soil.
It is a native of Russia, and first brought to England in 17H9.
It belongs to the 1 5th Class, under the head " Tetra- dynamia Siliculosa."
431. CISTUS FORMOSUS, or Beautiful Cistus.
This small shrub should be planted in a warm situation, but it would be prudent to put some in pots to remove them into the greenhouse in the winter months. It blows
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in May with a pretty yellow blossom, and is increased chiefly from cuttings.
It is a native of Portugal, and was first brought to Eng- land in 1788.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head " Polyan- dria Monogynia."
432. AQUILEGIA CANADENSIS, or Canadian Columbine.
This is a hardy Perennial, which blows in May and June ; it succeeds best in a dry soil and in an open aspect ; it is propagated by seed or by parting the roots in the spring. The bloom is very pretty, which is a red mixed with orange colour.
It is a native of North America, and first brought to England in 1640.
It belongs to the 13th Class, under the head '< Polyan- dria Polygynia."
£2^ There is also the flore roseo multiplied or double rose-coloured, which is well worth obtaining, and is quite hardy.
433. LILIUM TIGRINUM, or Tiger Lily.
This is a beautiful bulb and very showy ; it loves a sandy soil and open situation ; is propagated by offsets, and blows in June ; it rises to three or four feet high.
It is a native of China, and first brought to England in 1804.
It belongs to the 6th Class, under the head " Hexan- dria Monogynia."
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434. PENTSTEMON DIFFUSUM. — Spreading Pentstemon.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
A beautiful hardy Perennial, with evergreen leaves, and decumbent rooting stems, by which it is increased.
It !s a native of Columbia, and grows freely either in common light garden soil, or in the American borders. It blows freely from June till frosts arrive.
435. PRUNUS CANDICANS. — Snowy Plum.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Monogynia.
A fine hardy shrub, not exceeding 5 or 6 feet in height.
Its native country is unknown. It is easily cultivated, and in the spring is so laden with white blossoms, as to seem a mass of snow, amidst the green leaves and rosy flowers of the season.
436. CASTILLEJA COCCINEA, or Vermilion-leaved
Castilleja. Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
A pretty, hardy Annual ; native of gravelly soil in various parts of North America. It is increased by seeds, which are produced in small quantities ; it should be grown in gravel, or peat and sand.
437. PENTSTEMON PULCHELLUM. — Pretty Pentstemon.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
A handsome, half-hardy Perennial ; native of Mexico, whence seeds were brought in 1 826 ; it should be planted in a warm border, exposed to the south.
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438. LUPINUS LAXIFLORUS. — Lax-flowered Lupine.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
A small, slender, Perennial species, a native of Colum- bia. The flowers are blue, mixed with pink, and though not equal in appearance to some of the larger species, yet extremely beautiful ; they appear in August and September. It grows readily in common garden soil ; it has not yet produced seeds, but may be increased by division of the root.
439. (ENOTHERA PALLIDA. — Pale-stemmed (Enothera.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
A handsome, hardy, creeping-rooted Perennial, a native of North America. The flowers are at first white ; after- wards they change to pale purple, and at night deliciously fragrant. It flowers from June to September. It is in- creased readily by its creeping roots, and also by seeds. It flourishes more in peat than in a loamy soil.
440. TULIPA OCULIS sons, var. PERSICA. — Persian
Sun's Eye Tulip.
Class 6tb. — Hexandria Monogynia.
This beautiful and rare bulb is a native of the South of Europe, and, at the season of its blowing, may be seen in the Garden of the Horticultural Society at Chiswick. It blossoms in June.
This should be cultivated in a warm border, under a wall with a southern aspect, consisting of light loamy soil.
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441. LATHYRUS CALIFORNICUS.— Calif ornian Lathyrus.
Class l?th.— Diadelphia Decandria.
A rambling, strong-growing, creeping-rooted, handsome Perennial, a native of North America. With us it flowers during the most of the summer, thriving freely in any soil or situation, but especially in peat, among other plants. Bloom purple.
442. POLYGALA OPPOSITIFOLIA ; var. MAJOR. — Large, opposite-leaved Poly gala.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Octandria.
This is a beautiful greenhouse plant, easily increased, and blossoming in abundance in the early months in the year, a season when few flowers are to be procured.
443. LUPINUS LEPIDUS. — Lively Lupine.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
This is a fine Perennial, a native of North-west America. It flowers in August and September, and is propagated by dividing the roots in the autumn. It may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
444. GENISTA PROCUMBENS. — Procumbent Genista.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
A rare and pretty little hardy shrub, well adapted for covering rock-work, over which its stems trail in dense masses. It is a native of Hungary and Moravia. Its flowers are very fragrant, which are produced in June and July.
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445. PYRUS GRANDIFOLIA. — Large-leaved Pyrus.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Di-Pentagynia.
A very handsome hardy shrub. It grows to the height of 4 or 5 feet, and is quite hardy, expanding its blossoms about the middle of May.
It is a native of North America, and propagated by grafting or budding upon the white thorn, or any similar stock.
446. EL 43 AGNUS ANGUSTIFOLIA. — Narrow-leaved
El&agnus.
Class 4th. — Tetrandria Monogynia.
A small, hardy, cinereous tree, from Egypt. It grows from 15 to 20 feet high. Its flowers, which are produced in great quantities in the month of May, are so powerfully fragrant, as to perfume all the air around them ; it is for this valuable property that the tree is chiefly cultivated.
447. AMYGDALUS COMMUNIS, var. MACRO CARPA.
Large Fruited Almond.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Monogynia.
This beautiful variety of the Almond may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society at Chiswick. It usu- ally shows its bloom the beginning of May. It is in most respects like a common almond, but its flowers are almost twice as large, and remain in perfection for a longer period.
It is increased by budding upon plums, or other drupa- ceous plants.
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448. CRAT^EGUS HETEROPHYLLA — Pariousrleaved Hawthorn.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Di-Pentagynia.
A beautiful kind of Hawthorn, very little known in our English gardens. It is bv far the handsomest of the white-
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flowered species, and is remarkable for its black berries in the autumn. It is supposed to be a native of North Ame- rica, but some Botanists imagine its origin to be the East. It may be propagated by grafting or budding on the com- mon Hawthorn. It may be seen in the garden of the Hor- ticultural Society.
449. LINUM SIBERICIUM, var. LEWISII. — North-west American Flax.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Pentagynia.
A handsome, hardy Perennial ; native of the North-west country of North America It is about a foot or foot and a half high, and flowers during May, June, and July.
450. ERIOPHYLLUM C^SPITOSUM. — Spreading Eriophyllum.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Polygaraia Superflua.
A handsome, herbaceous, Perennial plant, flowering in May and June, a season when there are few yellow border flowers to be seen ; it is well adapted for rock- work.
It is a native of North-west America, and thrives best in a dry situation.
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451. GILIA CAPITATA. — Capitate Gilia. Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
A pretty, hardy Annual, with lively blue flowers ; it blos- soms about the middle of June, and remains in perfection nearly three months.
It is a native of North America.
452. AMELANCHIER SANGUINEA. — Red-wooded Amelanchier.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Pentagynia.
A handsome, hardy shrub, growing from 3 to 4 feet high, with red branches ; resembling the Snowy Mespilus in general appearance, but distinguished from that, and all other species of the genus, by its young leaves being per- fectly destitute of pubescence.
It is a native of Hudson's Bay.
453. COLLOMIA GRANDIFLORA — Large-flowered Collomia.
Qass 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
It is a hardy Annual, flowering abundantly in June and July. It grows about 2 feet high, and should be culti- vated in a shady border, in any poor soil, among other plants. If in hot, dry, and exposed places, it is apt to perish before flowering, or ripening its seeds. If in rich soil, it produces too many leaves, and but few flowers. It is a pretty microscopic object. It is a native of North America.
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454, BERBERIS REPENS.— Creeping-rooted Berberry.
Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
A hardy evergreen shrub, flowering in April, and propa- gated with difficulty by its creeping roots.
It is a native of the north-western part of North America.
455. DAPHNE HYBRIDA. — Mule Daphne.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
This plant is considered hardy, and blossoms almost all the year. It approaches nearest to the Odora and Olese- folia, but differs from both in its leaves, and its darker, larger, and more fragrant flowers.
It is not mentioned from whence it came ; at all events, it is a desirable plant, on account of its delicious fragrance.
456. TELLIMA GRANDIFLORA. — Large flowered Tellima*
Class 10th. — Decandria Digynia.
A hardy Perennial, which flowers in April and May ; it exhales a faint odour of new hay ; is very pretty when exa- mined carefully.
It is a native of the north-west coast of North America.
457. EUTOCA MULTIFLORA. — Many-flowered Eutoca. Class 3th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
A hardy Annual, of great beauty, flowering from April till July. It is well adapted to rock- work, but will not thrive in highly- manured soil. It is propagated by seeds, which are produced sparingly.
This is a native of North America.
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458. BRODI^JA GRANDIFLORA. — Large-flowered Brodiaa.
Class 3rd. — Triandria Monogynia.
This is a beautiful, hardy, bulbous plant, growing freely in a peat border, and producing seeds in small quantities. It is a native of North America, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
459. SOPHORA VELUTINA. — Velvety Bastard Sophora.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
A fine greenhouse shrub, which well deserves a trial as a hardy plant. It is a native of Nipal.
Could this plant be naturalized in our shrubberies, it would be a most desirable addition to our collections of hardy plants ; it would no doubt bud readily upon the com- mon Sophora Japonica.
460.GAILLARDIA ARISTATA. — Whok-coloured Gaillardia.
Class ] 9th.— Syngenesia Frustranea.
A handsome hardy Perennial, and nearly evergreen ; it flowers from June to October, and is propagated by seeds, or division of the roots ; is a native of North America, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society at C his wick.
461. COTONEASTER MICROPHYLLA, Var. UVA
Bearberri, -leaved Nepal Cotoneaster.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Di-Trigynia.
This is a hardy evergreen shrub, of great beauty, strik- ing readily from cuttings or layers, and flowers in April or May. It will occasionally rise from 3 to 4 feet high.
Its native place is not mentioned.
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462. SERAPIAS CORDIGERA, var. LONGIPETALA. — Pale- heart-lipped Serapias.
Class 20th. — Gynandria Monandria.
It is a beautiful spring flower, common about Rome, in very dry soil ; it is also a native of Agen.
It may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
463. ADENOTRICHIA AMPLEXICAULIS. — Stem-clasping
Adenotrichia. Class 19th. — Syngenesia Polygamia Superflua.
It is a greenhouse herbaceous plant, with a pretty ap- pearance, and flowers with us in May.
A native of Chile, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
464. CYTISUS MULTIFLORUS. — Many-flowered Cytisus.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
This is a very beautiful hardy border shrub, remarkable for the profusion of bright yellow flowers with which its long slender branches are laden. It does not grow above 2 or 3 feet high, and is easily propagated by layers.
Its native country is unknown.
465. DELPHINIUM MENZIESII. — Mr. Menzie's Larkspur.
Class 13th. — Polyandria Trigynia.
A beautiful hardy Perennial, which blows in June. It is a very neat, upright plant, with very deep purple flowers. It grows readily in common garden soil, and is propagated by division of the roots.
A native of North America.
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466. CALANDRINIA GRANDIFLORA. — Large-lowered Calandrinia.
Class 13th. — Polyandria Monogynia.
This beautiful succulent plant forms a handsome bush, covered with fair glaucous leaves ; and from the summit of its tortuous branches arise large, bright, rosy purple flowers, opening in succession for many weeks.
Great care is required in its cultivation, not to give it too much water, especially late in the summer, which often proves fatal to it. It should be kept in a greenhouse, in dry calcareous earth, during the winter ; and in the sum- mer it may be plunged in the open border, in a warm, sheltered situation. It is propagated by cuttings, or by seeds, which latter are produced in small quantities. It is a native of Chile.
467. PYRUS SPURIA. — Hybrid Sorb.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Di-Pentagynia.
This handsome, hardy shrub, is but little known in England ; its native country is doubtful.
It flowers in June and July, and is succeeded by a very small quantity of berries. It will grow in any cold, exposed situation, and is propagated freely by grafting or budding upon the stocks usually employed for the Apple-tree.
468. LUPINUS LITTORALIS. — Shore Lupine.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
A hardy Perennial, flowering from June to October ; propagated by cuttings, division of the roots and seed.
It is a native of North America, and the natives use it for winter food.
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469. SALVIA INVOLUCRATA.— Broad-br acted Sage.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
This very handsome plant is a most lively border flower during the autumn months, and in the conservatory it is in blossom during the greater part of the summer. Propa- gated freely by cuttings, and requiring just the same treat- ment as Salvia Splendens.
It is a native of Mexico.
470. PYRUS ANGUSTIFOLIA. — The Evergreen Crab.
Class 1 2th. — Icosandria Di-Pentagynia.
This handsome hardy shrub rises from 8 to 1 0 feet ; is propagated by grafting upon the common Crab stock. In sheltered situations, or in mild winters, it is nearlv ever- green, especially if its shoots are not over vigorous.
It is a native of Carolina.
471. CHELONE NEMOROSA.— Grove Chelone.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Gymnospermia.
A native of mountain woods, near springs and rivulets, in the north-west of North America.
It flowers from July to September. The best soil for this species is a rich vegetable mould. The best situation for it is an east or west border. Exposure to too much sun is hurtful to it.
472. CALCEOLARIA FLORIBUNDA. — Many-Jlowered Lady's Slipper.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
A fine, hardy species, from Chile ; it forms an upright branching plant, covered with a profusion of drooping, pale yellow blossoms, during the autumn months.
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It is usually treated as an Annual, turned into the open border in May. In favourable seasons it will produce a i'ew seeds, or it may be increased by dividing the roots.
473. LUPINUS ORNATUS. — Sky-blue Perennial Lupine.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Deeandria.
A hardy Perennial, flowering from May to November ; this is one of the finest of the species. Nothing can sur- pass the lovely azure blue flowers. Native of Columbia.
474. BLACKWELLIA PADIFLORA. — Bird Cherry-flowered
Blackwellia.
Class 6th.— Hexandria Tetragynia.
A hardy greenhouse plant, growing well in the open border during the summer ; very handsome when in flower, and increasing freely by cuttings. It is a native of China.
475. PENTSTEMON VENUSTUM. — Pretty Pentstemon.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
This plant should be treated as a Biennial ; it is increased freely either by seed or cuttings. It flowers in great pro- fusion during the months of July, August and September.
It is a native of North America.
It is necessary to remark, that it is indispensable that the seed should be sown in a cold frame, for an attempt to raise it in heat will be quite fruitless.
476. CLEOME SPECIOSISSIMA. — Showy Cleome.
Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
This is a tender Annual, and extremely beautiful ; it is more adapted for the border in the summer, than in the
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greenhouse, though it is advisable to have a plant or two in reserve under glass, to secure seeds, in case those in the open air should fail It flowers late in the summer.
477. CALCEOLARIA HERBERTIANA. — Mr. W. Herbert's Calceolaria.
Class 2d. — Diandria Monogynia.
This is a branching shrub, about 2 feet high, almost always in flower, producing two distinct crops of blossoms ; it will probably prove one of the most ornamental species yet in cultivation.
It is a native of Chile.
It is a half-hardy plant, requiring protection from severe frost in winter, but growing in the summer better in the open air than under a glass ; it is readily increased by cuttings.
478. PENTSTEMON DEUSTUM. — Parched Pentstemon.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
A hardy Perennial, increased readily by division of the roots in autumn, and growing well in any common garden soil.
It is a native of North-west America.
479. GREVILLEA PUNICEA. — Scarlet Grevillea.
Class 4th — Tetrandria Monogynia.
This beautiful species may be seen at Mr. Mackay's, of Clapton, and we scarcely know a more desirable greenhouse plant.
480. CASSIA AUSTRALIS.— New Holland Cassia.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia,
This is a native of New South Wales.
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It is one of the handsomest of the genus, and highly de- serving of cultivation, as a plant to occupy the open border of a conservatory. Its flowers are numerous ; of the richest yellow.
481. ASTRAGALUS SUCCULENTUS. — Succulent Milk Fetch.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
This plant was originally found by Dr. Richardson in Arctic America. It is an unpretending, hardy, herbaceous plant, growing freely in peat, among other plants, and flowering in June : it is propagated by division of the roots, or by seed.
482. LOBELIA PURPUREA. — Purple Lobelia.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Monogamia.
This is a handsome, half-shrubby plant, growing in the open border in the summer, but requiring protection in the winter. It does not ripen its seeds, and can only be increased by cuttings, or division of the crown of the root.
It is a native of Chile.
483. PODOLOBIUM TRILOBATUM. — Three-lobed Podolobium.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
A pretty greenhouse shrub, introduced by Messrs. Lee and Kennedy, of Hammersmith. It blows in June, and produces beautiful lively yellow and red flowers.
It is increased chiefly by cuttings, which, however, do not strike very freely.
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484. KENNEDYA MOIVOPHYLLA.— One-leaved Kennedya.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
It is a greenhouse plant of much beauty, propagated readily by cuttings ; it flowers in March and April. It is a native of New Holland.
485. SENECIO LILACINUS.— Lilac Senecio.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Polygamia Superflua.
A most lovely shrubby plant, cultivated easily in the conservatory, striking freely from cuttings, and well adapted for the flower garden in the summer.
It is supposed to be a native of the Cape of Good Hope.
486. GEUM CHILENSE, var. GRANDIFLORUM. — Chilian
Geum, large-flowered Variety.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Polygynia.
This plant is become a universal favourite among culti- vators, for the sake of the rich colour of the flowers, and the facility with which it is cultivated in any garden, and in any situation ; indeed, it does not appear to require any particular care, growing as freely, and seeding as abundantly as the first variety.
It may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural So- ciety, and it is a plant well worth seeing when in flower.
487. RIBES SANGUINEUM. — Purple-flowered Currant.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This is as hardy as the common currant of the gardens, and bears a vast profusion of bunches of the most lovely purplish-red flowers, during the end of April and beginning
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of May, remaining in perfection full three weeks. Its fruit is not so much an object of admiration as the blossoms.
It is increased readily by cuttings, and requiring no par- ticular management, except that it should be planted in a dry situation, and not in peat soil, as it is apt to die in swampy places. It is not inferior in beauty to any plant yet in cultivation. It may be seen in the garden at Chis- wick.
488. VACCINIUM OVATUM. — Ovate-leaved Bilberry. Class 8th or 10th. — Octandria or Decandria Monogynia.
This is a hardy handsome evergreen shrub, flowering in March and April. In two years it becomes a bush at least two feet high, bearing a vast quantity of pink flowers. It is propagated by layers, like the rest of the genus. It af- fects shade : but while it is much injured by exposure to the full rays of the sun, it suffers equally from a total ab- sence of direct solar light, so that it will not thrive under a north wall.
It is a native of the North-west of America.
489. SALVIA FULGENS. — The Cardinal Sage.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
This splendid herbaceous plant may be seen in July (at which season it flowers) in the garden of the Horticultural Society. It grows about 3 feet high, and strikes freely from cuttings. This species displays its nodding heads of dazzling scarlet in all their native beauty. On this account the cardinal sage may be expected to prove a most valuable addition to our early autumnal flowers ; for if it succeeds so well in a summer almost unparalleled for cold, wet, and gloom, what may not be hoped from it in a more genial
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season . It is therefore probable that it will prove capable of bearing our winters without protection.
490. SPARAXIS PENDULA. — Pendulous-flowered Sparaxis.
Class 3rd. — Triandria Monogynia.
A native of the Cape of Good Hope. It blossoms in a conservatory in the month of June, when the flowering stems were 4 feet high, and the length of the full-grown leaves nearly 3 feet.
Propagated either by division of the root or by seed. This is a handsome conservatory plant, well worth culti- vation.
491. MALVA PURPURATA. — Purple Mallow.
Class 16th. — Monadelphia Polyandria.
A Perennial herbaceous plant, increasing very little by the root, but producing seeds in dry seasons. It flowers in June, and continues in beauty till the frosts of autumn nip it. It requires no particular attention, thriving in any common garden soil.
492. SPIRAEA ARI.EFOLIA. — Beam Tree-leaved Spircea.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Pentagynia.
A handsome, hardy shrub, native of the North-west of North America. It flowers in June and July, when its large loose panicles render it a handsome object.
Quite hardy, and easily increased by cuttings or by layers.
493. ROSA MULTIFLORA, var. PLATYPHYLLA. — The Seven
Sisters' Rose. Class 12th.— Icosandria Polygynia.
This is the most beautiful of all the climbing roses of
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our gardens, and is a native of China. The splendid blos- soms which it produces renders it a general favourite. Great care, however, should be taken to protect the shoots, by mats or straw, during the winter.
It blew in the garden of the Horticultural Society, where it flowered under a south wall in a most beautiful manner, but the situation afterwards proved too hot for it, and the plant became sickly. An east or west wall, or open trellis- work, suits it better. It is admirably adapted, on account of its loose, rambling habit, to form an ornament to an archway.
The Chinese call it the " Seven Sisters' Rose," because about seven flowers open at the same time, each varying from the other from a pale rose-colour, through several gradations, to a deep rich crimson. It blossoms from May to September.
494. CALCEOLARIA DIFFUSA. — Spreading Calceolaria.
Class 2nd, — Diandria Monogynia.
A half-hardy plant, growing and flowering beautifully in the open border, during the months of July, August, and September, but requiring to be taken up, to guard it from frost, and kept in a frame during winter.
It is propagated both by seed and cuttings.
495. COREOPSIS ATKINSONIANA.— Perennial Dyers Coreopsis.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Polygamia.
A native of an island on the river Columbia.
This is a very pretty plant, propagated either by division of the roots or by seeds, which are produced abundantly. It flowers from July to November.
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496. LUPINUS POLYPHYLLUS, var. ALBIFLORUS. — White large-leaved Perennial Lupine.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
This beautiful plant is a variety of that deep blue species now so common an ornament of our gardens.
A native of North America, and perpetuates itself by seeds, without varying. It flowers in June.
497. POTENTILLA ARGUTA. — Close -flowered Potentilla.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Polygynia.
A native of North America.
It is a hardy Perennial, with a handsome foliage, and by no means inelegant in its bloom. It may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society. The flowers make their appearance in the month of August.
498. LOPHOSPERMUM ERUBESCENS. Blushing
Lophospermum.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia. This very handsome climber is a native of Mexico. It grows most luxuriantly during the summer, trained to a wall or treillage ; but requires to be protected during winter, that the woody stems may be preserved from the frost, to push forth new flowering branches the succeeding year. It increases so readily by cuttings, that it will soon be generally known. It blows in August.
499. ROSA RUGA.— The Ruga Rose.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Polygynia.
This beautiful variety, as a garden plant, is one of the
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most valuable that we are acquainted with. It will some- times grow 10 or 12 feet in the year, and therefore well adapted to scrambling over old pales, or to -covering any other place in which a wildness of appearance is de- sirable. It is full as fragrant as the sweet-scented Chinese Rose, in colour deeper, especially before being fully ex- panded. It is readily increased by cuttings.
500. LOASA AMBROSI.EFOLIA. — Ambrosia-leaved Loasa.
Class t3th. — Polyandria Monogynia.
This is a very beautiful new Annual, it was placed on the south side of a yew hedge in the garden of the Horticultural Society, where it grew vigorously, attaining a height of about 2 feet and a half, flowering from July to September, and producing seed freely.
It perished at the first approach of frost.
501. SEDUM CEP^IA. — Panicled Stonecrop.
Gass 10th. — Decandria Pentagynia.
It is an Annual, and well adapted to ornamental rock- work. It also grows well in the common border.
It is a native of the South of Europe, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
502. CALOCHORTUS VENUSTUS. — Spotted Calochortus.
Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
A remarkable and beautiful bulbous plant, which flowers in June ; at which season it gives a new feature to the flower garden ; it is cultivated without difficulty. The bulb should be kept dry till Christmas, and then planted in a pot and placed in the greenhouse, whence it may be placed
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in the border till frosts appear. It succeeds well in either loam and sand, or common garden mould. It should be planted in the border the latter end of May.
503. LIMNANTHES DouGLASii. — Douglas Limnanthes.
Gass 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
A neat little Annual, with flowers of a delicate yellow colour, bordered with white, and most agreeably fragrant. It affects rather a moist and shady situation. It flowers in autumn, and ripens seeds in tolerable plenty.
504. MIMULUS SMITHII. — Smith's Monkey Flower.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
This beautiful and hardy plant is a Perennial, which flowers in July. It thrives best in bog earth when placed in an open situation.
It is supposed to be a native of North America. It may be propagated either by seed or by parting the root.
505. PERNETTIA MUCRONATA. — Pointed-leaved Pernettia.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
A hardy evergreen shrub, of considerable beauty. It is usually cultivated in peat soil, as an American plant. In three years it will rise above two feet high, forming itself into a bushy appearance. The dark colour of its foliage adds greatly to its beauty.
506. GILIA ACHILLE^EFOLIA. — Milfoil-leaved Gilia.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
A new hardy Annual, which flowers in August, It will continue in perfection till the beginning of December,
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when the cold nights will destroy it. The bloom is a pretty purple, that may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
507. RHODODENDRON ARBOREUM, var. ALBUM. — White Tree Rhododendron.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
Never did we behold any flower more perfectly lovely than was this, when we received it from the Conservatory in the month of February. Neither the rich crimson of the common tree Rhododendron, nor the deep rose-colour of its pale variety, can for a moment be compared with that admirable delicacy, which no art can imitate, and no pen describe. This beautiful plant blossoms in April.
The only way to cultivate this species is to treat them as hardy conservatory plants.
508. TRITELEIA LAXA. — Loose-lowered Triteleia.
Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
This is considered to be a very handsome plant, easily propagated by offsets and seeds. It blossoms in June and July, perfectly hardy, and easy to cultivate, as it will grow in common garden soil, but prefers such a mixture of peat and sand as is found in a border for American plants.
509. GARRYA ELLIPTICA. — Elliptic-leaved Garrya.
Class 22nd. — Dioecia Tetrandria.
A hardy evergreen shrub, native of northern California. It has generally been cultivated in peat, but it certainly prefers a loamy soil, and is readily increased by layers.
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510. DIPLOPAPPUS INCANUS. — Hoary Diplopappus. Class 19th. — Syngenesia Polygamia Superflua.
A handsome half-shrubby species. A native of Cali- fornia ; its flowers are of a rich lilac, with a bright yellow disk ; it is rather tender, and should be protected during winter in a frame. In summer it grows freely, in any warm situation. It may be seen in the garden of the Horticul- tural Society.
51 1. PHACELIA TANACETIFOLIA. — Tansy-leaved Phacelia.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Digynia.
This is a more elegant plant than many of the species. It grows to the height of a foot, or sometimes to nearly two feet. It is a hardy Annual, thriving in any soil or situation. A native of California.
512. ERICA CODONODES. — Bell-bearing Heath.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
This plant is perfectly hardy, disregarding both frost and snow, being often covered with flowers from top to bottom, and forming a most beautiful object.
It begins to blossom in February, and continues to the end of May. It thrives best in light sandy peat, and is increased either by cuttings, struck in sand under a bell- glass, or by layers bent down in July. It will sometimes rise as high as 1 0 or 12 feet.
It is a native of the South of Europe.
513. MAYTENUS CHILENSIS. — Chilian Mayten.
Class 23rd. — Polygamia Moncecia. A handsome evergreen shrub; it succeeds best trained
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to the front of a south wall, but it will survive the winter without protection.
It is a native of Chili, and flowers in May. It may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
514. RHODANTHE MANGLESII. — Capt. Mangles' Rodanthe.
Class 19tli. — Syngenesia Polygamia ^Equalis.
A charming greenhouse plant. An Annual which is in perfection from May to June, at which time there is nothing in the gardens that equals it in beauty.
It was first introduced from the Swan River Colony in New Holland, by Capt. Mangles, R.N., after whom we have named it.
515. GILIA TRICOLOR. — Three-coloured Gilia.
Class 5th.— Pentandria Monogynia.
This beautiful plant is quite hardy, and will grow in almost any soil. Both the general appearance of the plant, and the abundance and brilliancy of colour of the flowers, mast be a general favourite. It flowers from July to September, but it may be retarded or advanced by a little management.
It is a native of California, and an Annual, which pro- duces seeds freely.
516. LUPINUS NANUS. — Dwarf Lupine.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
This Annual is very pretty ; the colours being bright purple, intermingled with white and rose. If sown in the autumn it will flower in May and June ; if sown in spring it will flower in August and September.
A native of California,
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517. LEPTOSIPHON ANDROSACEUS. — Androsace-like
Leptosiphon.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This is a bushy Annual, growing to the height of 8 or 10 inches. Although the species is perfectly hardy, yet it cannot bear the extreme heat of summer, and only flou- rishes in the spring and autumn, when the sun has lost his power, and the nights are cool with heavy dews. It should therefore either be sown in the autumn, so as to flower early ; or in June, in order that it may appear in September. Any kind of soil will suit it, but it would be well to try it in a shady border amongst the American plants.
It is a native of California.
518. SOLANUM ETUBEROSUM. — Tuberless Solatium.
Class 5th — Pentandria Monogynia.
This curious plant is a hardy Perennial ; a native of Chili. It bears its rich clusters of deep purple blossoms, with a golden yeUow centre, from July to October, and is very easily increased by dividing the underground stems, after it has done blowing.
519. DEUTZIA SCABRA. — Rough-leaved Deutzia.
Class 10th. — Decandria Trigynia.
A new hardy shrub, a native of Japan. It strikes freely from cuttings or layers, thriving in common garden soil.
It may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
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520. LALAGE ORNATA. — Gay-flowering Lalage,
Class 16th. — Monadelphia Decandria.
A native of New Holland, and one of the prettiest from that country. Its leaves are of a deep rich green, and the colour of the flowers is a pleasing mixture of yellow, orange, purple, and crimson. It requires to be kept in a well- aired greenhouse, and maybe increased by cuttings.
521. COLLINSIA BICOLOR. — Two-coloured Collinsia.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
A new handsome hardy Annual, and produces its pretty two-coloured blossoms in May and June, when it has been sown the previous autumn ; if sown in May, it will flower in August and September.
522. LITHOSPERMUM ROSMARINIFOLIUM. — Rosemary-
leaved Gromwell.
Class 5th. — PentandriaMonogynia.
A native of the South of Italy ; it is a beautiful and highly interesting species, and one of the best adapted for rock-work. It requires no particular management, except to be protected from wet in winter, it has increased in size and beauty since it has been in this country.
It flowers in September, and the blue of the flowers is of the most intense and brilliant tint, and increased by cuttings.
523. CHELONE CENTRANTHIFOLIA. — Valerian-leaved Chelone.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Gymnospermia,
A new hardy herbaceous plant ; a species of consider-
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ble beauty, growing well in any soil or situation, if exposed to the sun.
A native of California. Flowers from July to Novem- ber, and produces seeds in tolerable plenty.
524. QixoTHERA VIMINEA. — Long-branched CEnothera*
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
This is an Annual of great beauty and perfectly hardy, it affects a dry situation.
A native of California, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society. It flowers in the month of August and September.
525. (ENOTHERA DECUMBENS. — Decumbent Purple CEnothera.
Class 3th. — Octandria Monogynia.
This is also a very desirable species, and a perfectly hardy Annual, growing readily in common garden soil, and flowering in August- and September.
If some of them were blown in pots, they would pro- duce their blossoms in much greater perfection, as it would check their over-luxuriance, though they cease flowering sooner. It is a native of California.
526. SPIRAEA CHAM^DRIFOLIA. — Germander-leaved
Spiraea. Gass 12th. — Icosandria Pentagynia.
This is a beautiful shrub, quite hardy, and very orna- mental. It flowers in June, and sometimes rises to the height of five feet or more. The bloom is white, and rather large.
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527. TRACHYMENE CCERULEA. — Blue-lowered Trachymene.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Digynia.
This beautiful Annual, is a native of New Holland. It is a half-hardy Annual, flowering in great beauty in the open border, in October and November ; but in such situations it does not ripen seed, so that it would be desira- ble to keep some of them in the greenhouse, and treat them as Balsams and similar Annuals : so managed they will flower from July to November.
528. COREOPSIS AUREA. — Golden Coreopsis.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Frustranea.
It is a hardy Biennial, remarkable for the beauty of its heads of flowers, which are large, bright yellow, and sup- ported by long slender stalks.
It rises in height about three feet, and is a native of North America.
529. COTONEASTER FRIGIDA. — Mountain Cotoneaster.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Di-Pentagynia.
It forms a small but very handsome deciduous tree, with snow-white blossoms, during April and May, and in Sep- tember and October it produces bunches of bright red haws, extremely pretty.
It is perfectly hardy, and may be increased abundantly by grafting upon the Whitethorn stock.
It is a native of Nipal.
530. SPERMADICTYON AZUREUM.— Azure-flowed Netseed.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This beautiful shrub grows to the height of 10 and 12
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feet, well furnished with branches. It blows from No- vember until March, during which time it is indescribably beautiful, and perfumes the air by its delicious fragrance, the colour of its flowers are azure blue.
It is a native of Nipal, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
531. CLINTONIA ELEGJANS. — Elegant Clintonia.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Monogynia.
This is one of the most beautiful Annuals with which we are acquainted. The flowers when grown in broad patches resemble a carpet of silver and blue.
It blows from June till August, and as it produces but few seeds, it is necessary to be cautious of collecting them.
532. PRUNUS DASYCARPA. — Purple-fruited Apricot.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Monogynia.
This is the plant commonly known as the Black Apricot; as a fruit it is of no kind of value, but as a handsome hardy tree it well deserves cultivation, for the beauty of its blossoms. It is treated in all respects as a common Apricot, and blossoms about the same time.
533. VIOLA PR^EMORSA. — Bitten-rooted Violet.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
An exceeding pretty Perennial, hardy, and thrives best among rock work, it affects a north aspect.
It flowers in April, and is a native of California.
534. HOSACHIA BICOLOR. — Two -coloured Hosachia.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria. A pretty Perennial, quite hardy, and easily increased by
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seeds. The plants should be put out in the autumn, where they are to remain for blowing.
It may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural So- ciety. If the plants are strong enough, some may be put out in the month of March.
535. PENTSTEMON GLAP^DULOSUM.— Glandular Pentstemon.
Class 14th. Didynamia Angiospermia.
The new species of Lupinus and Pentstemon will be probably found the most interesting to the cultivator, in consequence of the great beauty and variety of their forms, and their hardy habits.
As they are natives of the North-west of America, the mean temperature of which is supposed to be very like that of Great Britain, they seem as well adapted to our climate as to their own, and flourish as gaily on the fertile margin of the Thames, as on the rude banks of the Columbia and Multnomah.
The above plant is a hardy Perennial, increased by seeds or division of its roots. It produces its beautiful flowers in June.
536. ARGEMONE GRANDIFLORA. — Large-flowered Mexican Poppy.
Class loth. — Polyandria Monogynia.
This is one of the most ornamental hardy Annuals we are acquainted with, and far superior to any of the Poppy tribe, except Eschscholtzia Californica. It seems doubtful whether it is not more particularly a Perennial.
It is a native of Mexico, flowering from June to September.
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537. PENTSTEMON SPECIOLUM. — Showy Pentstemon.
Class 14. — Didynamia Angiospei-mia.
A beautiful Perennial species, and a native of North- west America. It flowers from June to September.
We must not depend so much upon propagation by the roots as from the seeds, which are produced in abundance. It is quite hardy, and grows in common garden soil.
538. THERMOPSIS FABACEA.— Bean-leaved Thermopsis.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
It is a good herbaceous plant, remarkable for the neat- ness of its foliage and flowers. It rises from 2 to 3 feet high, and easily increased by division of its creeping roots.
It is a native of Asia, and also of America.
539. PENTSTEMON SCOULERI. — Dr. Scoulers Pentstemon.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
A very hardy Perennial, growing in any soil, and in- creased abundantly either by seeds or cuttings. It blos- soms in May and June, and is one of the handsomest border-flowers of that season.
It is a native of the Kettle Falls of the Columbia.
540. PENTSTEMON PRUINOSUM. — Blue-leaved Pentstemon.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
It is perfectly hardy and Perennial, but like many other plants is apt to exhaust itself so much in flowering, that it is necessary to pinch off part of the buds, upon their first appearance,— a practice which may be advantageously adopted with regard to all plants having similar habits.
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It should be cultivated in a shady place, in some light soil, in which it will flower beautifully during all June, July, and August, ripening seeds in tolerable abundance.
It is a native of the Columbia.
541. LOPHANTHUS ANISATUS. — Anise-scented Lophanthus.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Gymnospermia. .
A handsome hardy Perennial, flowering profusely in the months of July, August, and September, and is remarkable for the strong scent of Anise, which it yields when slightly bruised. It is propagated by division of the roots.
542. PENTSTEMON GLAUCUM. — Glaucus Pentstemon.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
A dwarf species, thriving in common soil, flowering in profusion in August and September, and propagated by division of the roots and by seeds. It grows about a foot high. It is a native of America.
543. PENTSTEMON ACUMINATUM. — Pointed-leaved Pentstemon.
Class 1 1th — Didynamia Angiospermia.
This is one of the greatest beauties of the species? but the most difficult to cultivate. It flowers in great profu- sion from June to August, and will not produce seed, though this difficulty may be removed when a proper soil is found to suit it.
The plant may be seen in the garden of the Horticul- tural Society.
It is a native of the barren sandy plains of the Columbia.
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544. ISOPOGON FORMOSUS. — Handsome Isopogon.
Class 4th. — Tetrandria Monogynia.
This is the most beautiful of its genus. A greenhouse shrub, remarkable for its hard, neat, rigid, divided leaves, and heads of purple flowers. Propagated by ripened cut- tings, struck under a bell-glass.
It blossoms in July ; and is a native of New Holland.
545. STACHYS GERMANIC A, var. PUBESCENS. — Pubescent German Stachys.
Class 14th. — Dydinamia Gymnospermia. It is a hardy Perennial, flowering from June to August, propagated by division of the roots. The common soil of the garden will suit it.
546. PENTSTEMON ATTENUATUM. Taper-pointed
Pentstemon.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
One of the hardiest of its handsome genus, growing from 1 to 2 feet. It flourishes in any garden mould, pro- pagated readily by division of its spreading roots.
It flowers from July to the end of September, and is a native of the Mountains of Lewis and Clark's River.
547. BIGNONIA CHERERE. — The Cherere Bignonia.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
This beautiful species is a conservatory plant, and is a native of French Guiana.
It is pre-eminently beautiful among the lovely race of climbers. Propagated readily by cuttings, and requiring no particular management beyond that of giving it plenty of room to run.
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548. GAUTHERIA SHALLON. — The Shallon Gautheria.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
This is a hardy handsome evergreen, running along the surface of the ground, but with no disposition to arrive at a stature exceeding that of a dwarf bush.
It is a native of North-west America. It is readily in- creased from layers and suckers, but seldom produces seed.
549. HOVEA PURPUREA. — Purple Hovea.
Class 16th. — Monadelphia Decandria.
A New Holland plant ; a greenhouse shrub of much beauty, flowering freely, and having a neat healthy foliage. In the summer it will grow in the open air ; but it must be removed back into the greenhouse upon the approach of frost. It may be propagated by striking young cuttings under a bell-glass, in white sand, mixed with a small quantity of fine light mould, which are afterwards to be shifted into a mixture of equal parts of peat and light sandy loam.
550. BERBERIS AQUIFOLIUM.— Hotly-leaved Berberry.
Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
It is a very ornamental evergreen, rising nearly two feet high, and remarkable for the extremely lucid surface of its leaves, which, when they first appear in the spring, are of a delicate reddish cast, but become a deep rich green towards the autumn.
It is perfectly hardy, requiring no protection even in the most severe weather. It seems disposed to produce fruit,
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in which case it will be easy to increase it, but there is a great difficulty of making it strike from layers.
It flowers in March and April, and is a native of North- west America.
551. SALVIA FOLIOSA. — Leafy Mexican Sage.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
It is a hardy Annual, flowering in August and Septem- ber, and readily propagated by seeds.
It is a native of Mexico, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
552. CHEIRANTHUS MUTABILIS. — Changeable Wall-flower.
Class loth. — Tetradynamia Siliquosa.
A beautiful half-shrubby plant, that flowers in April. The changeableness in colour of the petals is most re- markable ; at first they appear with pale lilac, and then gradually after to purple, so that many tints are present at the same time upon one raceme.
It requires the protection of a greenhouse in winter, and may be propagated by cuttings of the young wood, struck in heat, under a bell-glass.
It is a native of Teneriffe.
553. ROSE CLARE.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Polygynia.
The great beauty of the variety consists in its constant flowering, and the deep rich crimson of its petals ; besides which its foliage is of a rich deep green, and not more affected by cold than that of the common China rose, It is an evergreen, and strikes freely from cuttings, i 2
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It is a native of Italy, presented by a gentleman, whose name it bears.
554. PIMELEA INTERMEDIA. — Intermediate Pimelea.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
A neat greenhouse shrub, native of King George's Sound, in New Holland. It succeeds well in a mixture of light sandy loam and peat, and increases readily by cuttings. It blossoms in March.
555. Low's PURPLE LOBELIA.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Monogamia.
This plant first made its appearance here from Scotland. To cultivators it is a plant of much importance. Its very brilliant colours, mostly dark purple, hardiness, and facility of cultivation, are all points of great merit.
It grows about two feet high, is perfectly hardy in the summer, and flowers from May till October.
556. MR. YOUNG'S CALCEOLARIA.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
It grows freely in rich soil, and is increased by division of the roots. It requires an airy situation in the green- house throughout the winter. Early in the spring care should be taken to ob.serve its progress, so as always to give it ample pot room, shifting it as soon as its roots reach the outside at the bottom of the pot, by which means much luxuriance of growth, and an astonishing abundance of flowers are ensured : but the greatest display of its beauty is to be obtained by planting it in rich soil
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in the open border in May, where it will uninterruptedly increase in strength and splendor until October.
The plant may be seen at Messrs. Young's nursery, of Epsom, where we first saw it.
557. CARTON'S RHODODENDRON.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
The foliage is elegant, lucid, smooth, deep green, and will endure ordinary winters. In severe seasons it becomes deciduous, the flowers in that case being fully expanded before the leaves are much advanced. When the flowers first appear they are usually pale, which soon gives place to a healthy colour. Propagated readily by cuttings.
The plant was received from Mr. James Carton, gar- dener to the Earl of Caernarvon.
558. SCUTELLARIA ALPINA. — Alpine Scutellaria. Gass 14th. — Didynamia Gymnospermia.
A beautiful little herbaceous plant, flowering from June to September. It thrives best in peat, where it forms a neat bright green patch, about five or six inches high, and spreading as much as two feet. When covered with its lively purple and yellow blossoms it becomes a remark- able object. Common garden soil suits it, and it is readily increased by division of its roots.
A native of the mountains of Switzerland.
559. POTENTILLA LACiNiosA.— Jagged-leaved Cinque/oil.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Polygynia.
A hardy herbaceous plant, native of Hungary, flower- ing in June and July. It is raised by seeds.
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It may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural So- ciety.
560. (ENOTHERA ANISOLOBA.— White Upright Evening
Primrose.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
This species is a native of the island of Chiloe, and grows from one to two feet high, forming a neat bright green, very erect, herbaceous bush, which puts forth beau- tiful white blossoms from July to October. It must be protected from frosts, though it may be cultivated in the open borders. It produces seeds very readily.
561. FUCHSIA CACILLARIS. — Rod- Branched Fuchsia,
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
An elegant deciduous shrub, apparently more hardy than most of the species. It blossoms all the summer till November, and grows freely in any kind of soil; is propa- gated by cuttings, and is a native of Mexico.
562. PYRUS NIVALIS.— The Snow Pear.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Di-Pentagynia.
This Pear is more generally known in this country by the name of Pyrus prsecox.
It is a native of the Alps of Austria, and quite hardy, though the fruit is very inferior.
563. CAMASSIA ESCULENTA, — Eatable Quamash.
Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
This very beautiful plant is a native of North-west America. It flowers in July. We scarcely remember to have
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seen a more strikingly handsome bulbous plant, no art can do justice to the rich colour of the flower, which, although of the most intense purple, yet is so relieved by the satiny sparkling lustre of the cuticle as to have quite a light and elegant effect. The proper situation for it is under a north wall, planted in peat soil, proving perfectly hardy, and is increased by seeds.
564. HAKEA LINEARIS. — Linear-leaved Hakea.
Class 4th. Tetandria Monogynia.
It forms a very beautiful evergreen bush, remarkable for the glossiness and rich deep bright green of the leaves. The flowers are produced in great abundance in the month of August. It is a hardy plant, and must be considered as a hardy greenhouse species. It is increased by cuttings of the wood just ripened, and is a native of New Holland.
565. POTENTILLA viscosA. — Viscid Cinquefoil.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Polygynia.
A hardy herbaceous plant, supposed to be a native either of Siberia or Arabia, it grows readily in any common soil, and blossoms in the months of June, July, and August.
56(5. RUSSELL'S POTENTILLA.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Polygynia.
It is a perfectly hardy Perennial, increased by the divi- sion of its crown, and flowering most part of the summer, It was raised by Mr. Russell of Battersea.
567. SOULANGIA RUBRA. — Red Soulangia.
Class 5th.— Pentandria Monogynia. A hardy greenhouse plant, extremely neat in its foliage,
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and rather pretty when its brick-red flowers make their ap- pearance.
It is propagated by cuttings or seed, and is a native of the Cape of Good Hope.
568. (ENOTHERA GLAUCA. — Glaucous (Enothera.
Class 8th. Octandria Monogynia.
One of the handsomest of its species. Its deep rich green leaves and very brilliant yellow flowers, render it a great ornament of the flower-garden in the autumn. It thrives in any common soil, and is easily increased by division of the crown of its roots ; to preserve it in a healthy state it should not be much mutilated for the purpose of increase, as it frequently weakens the plants.
569. HOVEA VILLOSA. — Shaggy Hovea.
Class 16th. — Monadelphia Decandria.
This pretty species is a native of New Holland, and requires an airy greenhouse. It flowers in April, and is easily propagated by cuttings.
570. DILLWYNIA GLYCINIFOLIA. — Gly cine-leaved Dillwynia..
Class 10th.— Decandria Monogynia.
A beautiful greenhouse plant, native of the South-west coast of New Holland, where it was originally found in King George's Sound. It is increased by cuttings, and blossoms in April.
571. SOLANUM CRISPUM. — Crimped-leaved Solanum.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This is a tolerable hardy plant, and very ornamental.
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If tied to a stick, and thus forced to grow erect, it will throw out a great number of lateral branchlets, at the end of every one of which will be a bunch of flowers.
It is a native of the island of Chiloe, It will grow readily in any common soil, and is propagated by cuttings. It blows in April, and may be seen at the garden of the Horticultural Society.
572. ASTER AMYGDALINUS. — Almond-leaved Aster.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Polygamia Superflua.
A hardy handsome Perennial, rising to five or six feet. It flowers in September, and is readily increased by division of its roots.
It is a native of North America.
573. SALPIGLOSSIS ATROPURPUREA. — Dark Purple
Salpiglossis.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
This beautiful species of a lovely genus is remarkable for the intense blackish purple colour of its flowers. It is a Biennial, the seeds of which should be sown in the sum- mer, so that the young plants may be well established by the end of autumn. They should then be kept in a good airy greenhouse during the winter, and afterwards be either shifted into large pots for flowering, under glass, or trans- ferred to the open ground, the same as tender Annuals. The soil proper for them is a strong loam, for they will not thrive in a dry light soil.
Its native place is Chile.
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574. ACACIA PENTADEMA. — Fern-leaved Acacia.
Class 23rd. — Polygamia Monsecia.
It is a very elegant greenhouse plant, flowering in April, and if not equal to some of its species in the beauty of its blossoms, it is perhaps superior in the graceful character of its foliage. It is propagated by cuttings in the same manner as other New Holland Acacias.
575. HOVE A CHOROZEM/EFOLIA. — Chorozema-leaved
Hovea.
Class I6tli. — Monadelphia Decandria.
A very handsome greenhouse shrub, scarcely less re- markable for the beauty of its foliage than for the rich colour of its blossoms. It may be propagated by young cuttings placed under a bell-glass. It is a native of New Holland.
576. EPACRIS NIVALIS.— Snowy Epacris.
Class oth. — Pentandria Monogynia.
It forms an evergreen bush, which when loaded like an Andromeda, with hundreds of snow-white flowers, is ex- ceedingly ornamental. It should be protected in the green- house in the winter, and in the summer it will bear the open air. It is propagated by cuttings, blows in July, and is a native of New Holland.
577. ASTER SPECTABILIS. — Showy Aster.
Class 1 9th. — Syngenesia Polygamia Superflua. This is among the most beautiful of the tribe; it flowers in September and October, and is easily preserved and multiplied in any common soil.
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After it has done blowing, it is increased by taking a division of the root ; this must be performed with care.
578. LUPINUS MUTABILIS. — Changeable Lupine.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
A very handsome plant, quite as hardy as the other Lupines, growing freely in the border in common soil, and flowering from July till the severe frosts of November or December. It is propagated both by cuttings and seeds. This plant is supposed by some persons to be an Annual.
579. SCHIZANTHUS RETUSus. — Blunt-petalled Schizanthus.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
This plant is a far more striking species than any other on account of its richer and more brilliant colours ; it is doubtful if it will endure our winters, it is therefore advise- able to consider it a greenhouse plant, where it will flower for four months. It is an Annual, easily increased by seeds, and a native of the Andes of Mendoza.
580. DIANTHUS LIBANOTIS. — The Pink of Lebanon. Class 10th.— Decandria Trigynia.
This most lovely species was found upon the highest point of Mount Lebanon. It flowers in August, and grows to the height of three or four feet, and may be in- creased either by pipings or layers. If it be planted in a warm and dry situation it will thrive in the open air ; it is supposed to be the finest of the genus. It affects a light loamy soil.
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581. (ENOTHERA BIENNIS, var. GRANDIFLORA. — Large-
flowercd Evening Primrose.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogyaia.
This plant is not uncommon in gardens ; it is one of the handsomest of all Biennials, and as easily managed as the common (Enothera biennis itself. The seeds should be sown at Midsummer; and the plants so obtained should remain in the seed-bed till the next year, when they will flower. It is a bad plan to transplant them, as it prevents their blooming well ; and it is unnecessary, for if they are thinned when young they will require no further care.
582. CALCEOLARIA CRENATIFLORA.— Crenate-fiowered
Calceolaria.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
It is an herbaceous plant, growing from a foot to two feet high, and of a remarkably dark rich green in the foliage ; is as hardy a species as any of the genus. Like all the other species, plenty of air and a cool situation when in the growing state are absolutely indispensable to it ; for in no way do the whole of the herbaceous kinds thrive so well near London as kept in pots in a cool shady frame. It is increased by seeds, and by division of the crown of the root.
This is one of the handsomest of the Chilian Calceola- rias. The plant was collected in the Island of Chiloe.
583. XEROPHYLLUM SETIFOLIUM. — Tough-leaved Xerophyllum.
Class 6th. Hexandria Monogynia. A beautiful herbaceous plant, which blows in June and
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July ; it grows vigorously in a peat border, and will thrive in the most exposed situations and driest seasons. A divi- sion of the crown of the roots is the usual mode of propa- gating it, unless it ripens seeds, which sometimes happens. It is a native of North America ; and the plant may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
584. ASTER CONCINNUS. — Neat Aster.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Superflua.
A hardy Perennial, growing nearly three feet high, and flowering in September and October.
A native of the plains and woodland of North Ame- rica.
It is remarked by those who have gardens this is one of the species the most worth cultivating, because of the gay colour of its flowers and its neat appearance. The stem is generally tinged more or less with purple. It is. propagated by a division of the root.
585. COLLOMIA COCCINEA. — Brick-red Collomia.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
A hardy Annual, a native of Chile. If sown rather thick in a mass it will shew itself to advantage. The seeds should be sown in March, in the open border, when the flowers will appear in June ; if again sown in April a second crop of flowers may be had in September and October, seasons which suit it rather better than in the dog-days.
It may be seen at the proper season in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
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586. SENECIO TUSSILAGINIS. — Coltsfoot- leaved Groundsel.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Superflaa.
It is a handsome greenhouse plant, flowering very abun- dantly in May and June, readily increased by cuttings ; and is a native of TenerifFe.
587. LUPIXUS RIVULARIS. — River Lupine.
Class 1 7 th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
It forms a handsome hardy Perennial, flowering in great profusion from May to September.
It is a native of California, and may be increased freely by seeds and cuttings.
588. CALANDRINIA SPECIOSA.- — Showy Calandrinia.
Class 13th. — Polyandria Monogynia.
This is a hardy and handsome Annual, propagated rea- dily by seeds. It loves dry and exposed situations, and flourishes most in hot weather; it should be grown in rather a rich soil ; it flowers in May and June if sown in March, or in September and October if sown in April. In a hot dry bank, when the sun is shining full upon it, with all its large rich crimson blossoms fully expanded, and reposing upon the soft velvety bed formed by its succulent leaves, it is a most beautiful object.
It is a native of California.
589. STENACTIS SPECJOSA.— Showy Stenactis.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Polygamia Superflua. A hardy Perennial, native of California. It is very
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showy, and flowers from July to October. It increases freely by parting the roots, and it also produces seeds abun- dantly.
Although a Perennial, this also may be treated as an Annual, for seedlings flower early enough the first year to ripen their seeds. It will grow in any common garden soil, and seems to require no care in its cultivation. A bed of it thickly planted is very pretty.
590. LUPINUS ELEGANS. — Drooping -leaved Lupine.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
A very pretty Annual, native of Mexico. It flowers in the open air most abundantly in June, and ripens its seeds in tolerable quantity.
Of all the annual Lupines this is by far the handsomest, and in the opinion of many persons it rivals the best of the Perennial species.
591. PIMELEA SYLVESTRIS. — Forest Pimelea.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
A hardy and very pretty greenhouse shrub, easily in- creased by cuttings. It is a native of the southern coast of New Holland.
It may be seen at Mr. Knight's Nursery of the King's Road, Chelsea, where it flowered in June.
592. POTENTILLA GLANDULOSA. — Glandular Cinque/oil.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Polygynia.
It is a hardy Perennial, easily increased by the division of its roots. It is a native of California.
It may be seen at the garden of the Horticultural So- ciety in the month of August, when it is in blossom.
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.593. (ENOTHERA TENELLA, var. TENUIFOLIA. — Large Purple Chilian Evening Primrose.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
A hardy Annual of great beauty, requiring no particular treatment, and ripening seeds in abundance. It flowers in July and August with beautiful purple blossoms.
It is a native of Chile.
594. CALCEOLARIA RUGOSA.— Sage-leaved Slipper-flower.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
It is a half-hardy plant, requiring in the winter no pro. tection beyond a cold frame, or even a roof that extends over the border in which it is planted. It flowers all the summer, producing an abundance of yellow flowers, with brownish purple branches.
It is a native of Chile.
595. AMELANCHIER FLORIDA. — Many -flowered
Amelanchier.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Pentagynia.
It forms a handsome hardy shrub in the way of the Snowy Mespilus ; is propagated by layers, and produces its bloom in May.
It is a native of North-west America.
596. CALLIPRORA LUTEA. — Yellow Pretty-face.
Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
A very handsome, and a hardy bulbous plant, growing freely in a shaded peat border, and flowering in July ; it is propagated by offsets, which it produces pretty freely ; it
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may produce seeds, but at present it is doubtful if they ripen.
It is a native of North California.
597. NICOTIAN A PERSIC A.— Shiraz Tobacco.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
It is rather a handsome Annual, exhaling a faint but pleasant odour in the evening, at which time its flowers are in perfection. It appears to require a dark rich soil, and most abundant watering during all the season of heat.
It is a native of Persia.
598. HELLEBORUS ODQRUS.— Sweet Hellebore.
Class 13th.— Polyandria Polygynia.
A very desirable addition to the scanty store of winter- blowing flowers, lately introduced from Hungary by the Horticultural Society. Its flowers, which are produced at Christmas, have a faint smell, though an agreeable fra- grance, which may be compared to newly-gathered Fron- tignac grapes. It thrives in a peat border, among bushy plants, but it should be protected in winter with litter.
599. (ENOTHERA DENSIFLORA. — Close-flowered Evening Primrose.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
A hardy Annual, producing seed in great abundance. It is a native of North California, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society when in blossom.
600. FRANCOA APPENDICULATA. — Sow thistle-leaved Francoa.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia. A pretty herbaceous plant, found abundantly in various
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parts of Chile, by the sides of hills, and in rather moist situations. In this country it grows freely in the open air in the summer, but requires protection in the winter ; how- ever, it thrives better if constantly kept in the greenhouse, where it can be freely exposed to light and air, without which the beautiful spots of its petals are scarcely de- veloped. It is propagated by seeds and offsets.
601. ASTER PUNICEUS, var. DEMISSUS. — Dwarf Blue Aster.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Superflua.
It is a very compact herbaceous plant, with pale green leaves and bluish flowers, which appear in August. It is amongst the handsomest of the genus, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
602. NIEREMBERGIA FiLicAULis. — Slender- stemmed Nierembergia.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
It is a pretty greenhouse Perennial, easily multiplied by cuttings, and requiring but a moderate degree of protection in winter, and should therefore be kept in an airy part of the house. It blossoms in May, and is a native of Mexico.
603. VERBENA MULTIFIDA, var. CONTRACTA. — Dwarf Purple Vervain.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
It is a hardy Perennial, and one of the most robust va- rieties is a common ornament of the flower garden, blowing in July, with purple blossoms, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
It is a native of Chile.
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604. PSORALEA MACROSTACHYA. — Long-spiked Psoralea.
Class 17th.— Diadelphia Decandria.
It is a handsome hardy Perennial, yielding seed in tole- rable plenty, and readily increased by division. It blows in July, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
It is a native of California.
605. PENTSTEMON STATIC IFOLIUS. — Sea Lavender- leaved Pentstemon. Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
A new hardy species of this beautiful genus, flowering in the month of June. The proper place where it thrives best is in a peat border. It is a very showy plant, pro- ducing beautiful large lilac flowers.
Is a native of California, and may be seen when in bloom in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
606. ARBUTUS PROCERA. — Tall Arbutus, or Strawberry Tree.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
A small shrub, which forms an evergreen bush, with a fine broad glossy foliage, and a very vigorous appearance, but requires to be carefully protected from extreme cold in winter, and succeeds best against a west wall. Its flowers are of a delicate greenish white.
It is a native of the North-west of America, and may be seen in the month of May, when it is in bloom, at Mr. Osborn's Nursery, of Fulham.
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607. SCHIZANTHUS RETUSUS. — Blunt-lipped Schizanthus.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
This very showy Annual is not uncommon in collections, and, as it ripens its seeds freely, and is of easy culture, it will soon become a universal favourite. It blossoms in July, and may be seen, when in flower, at Messrs. Allen and Rogers's Nursery at Battersea.
A light fresh earth will suit it best ; and if the plants are kept in the greenhouse, a free admission of air and light is absolutely necessary to preserve them in health and vigour, and to give the flowers their proper tints of colour. It is a native of the Chilian Andes.
608. LUPINUS MUTABILIS, var. CRUCKSHANKSII.
Mr. Cruckshank's Lupine.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
This plant is only Biennial, but assumes an arborescent habit, and, if kept in the conservatory, will continue to flourish for several years. It is increased by seeds, but the variety is not permanent.
The plant may be seen at the nursery of Mr. Little, King's Road, Chelsea. It is a native of the Peruvian Andes.
609. TROP.EOLUM MAJUS, var. ATROSANGUINEUM.
Dark red Indian Cress. Class 8th.— Octandria Monogynia.
Perhaps, of all plants cultivated for a long series of years, the Red Indian Cress, or Nasturtium, is the most striking example that can be adduced of the power pos-
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sessed by certain species of resisting the influences of soil and climate, and of preserving unchanged their characters, even to the colour of their flowers, the present heing almost the only variation we have remarked of that common plant. Its large dark- red blossoms, of a velvety hue, ren- der it a most desirable acquisition to the flower border. It is usually more dwarf than the common kind, and, like it, •will thrive in almost any soil. It is readily increased by cuttings ; but we have little doubt that it may likewise be increased from seed.
The plant may be seen at the Nursery of Messrs. Allen and Rogers, at Battersea.
610. COLLOMIA LATERITIA. — Red-flowered Collomia.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
It is a hardy Annual, of very easy culture, and ripens its seed freely, which come up spontaneously in the open bor- der. It flowers in July, and may be seen at the Botanic Garden, Chelsea.
A native of Chile.
611. VERBENA VENOSA. — Veiny-leaved Vervain.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
This very showy species is a native of the Pampas of Buenos Ayres.
It will be found to grow in almost any soil ; is readily increased by slips, and blossoms abundantly in the open borders daring the summer months. The bloom is a bril-
O
liant purple.
It may be seen when in flower, in July, at Mr. Knight's Nursery, King's Road, Chelsea.
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612. CLARK i A ELEGANS. — Elegant Clarkia.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
A hardy Annual, producing seeds abundantly, and is of very easy culture.
Is a native of California.
It rises from one to two feet ; the branches long, purple, smooth, and shining, and covered with light blue blossoms.
613. PENTSTEMON OVATUS.— Ovate-leaved Pentstemon.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
A beautiful and hardy Perennial ; a native of the moun- tains about the grand rapids of the Columbia river ; it de- lights in a calcareous, or light loamy soil, and is increased by slips, or by seed. This highly ornamental genus has been greatly enriched by recent discoveries, but none of the others surpasses the present in the rich colouring of its blue flowers.
614. LUPINUS ORNATUS. — Ornamental Lupine.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
A hardy Perennial, flowering from May till the com- mencement of winter, and appearing to delight in a sandy soil.
A native of Columbia ; propagated by seeds, which it produces in abundance. The colour of the flowers vary, though in general it is a pale purple ; it is one of the hardiest of the genus, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticultural Society.
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615. FUCHSIA MACROSTUNA, var. GLOBOSA. — Ballocn- flowered FucJisia.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
This is a dwarf spreading shrub, rarely exceeding two feet in height, with nearly horizontal branches of a purple co- lour, and shining ; this advantageously displays its nume- rous elegant and brilliant scarlet-coloured blossoms, which are produced successively from March to December ; it succeeds very well in the open border during the summer and autumn, thrives in any light loamy soil, and is easily increased by cuttings. It far exceeds in beauty any of the numerous other varieties of this variable species.
It is a native of Mexico.
616. GILIA AGGREGATE.— Tufted-flowered Gilia.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
A beautiful hardy plant, rising nearly to three feet. It delights in a loamy soil, and is increased by seeds. When in blossom few plants of this family surpass it in beauty, as the bright brick colour of the bloom renders it particu- larly dazzling. It blossoms in July ; is a native of North America, and may be seen in the garden of the Horticul- tural Society.
617. VERBENA SULPHUREA.— Sulphur-coloured Vervain.
Class 14th.— Didynamia Angiospermia.
This pretty Perennial is a native of Chile, blossoming in July and August. It affects a loamy soil, and grows luxuriantly in the open border during summer, but requires protection in the winter; it is increased readily by cuttings.
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and may be seen when in blossom at Mr. Wm. Christy's Nursery at Clapham.
618. ZAPPANIA NODIFLORA, var. ROSEA.— Pink-Jlowered
Knotted Zappania. Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
A Perennial, which when in blossom has a very pretty effect, being then adorned with innumerable heads of pink blossoms marked with yellow spots ; it is nearly hardy, and is highly ornamental, whether in pots or in rock work. It affects a sandy peat and loam, and is increased by slips. It is a native of America, and blows in July.
619. PETROMARULA PINNATA. — Wing-leaved Candiot Rampion.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This beautiful Perennial is scarce, but it may be seen at Messrs. Young's Nursery at Epsom, where it blows in the month of August and September. It should be planted in the open ground in May, where it will blossom in abundance, but it requires protection in the winter, and is increased slowly by division. It affects a rich loamy soil, and is a native of the rocky shores and mountainous parts of Candia, and also on Mount Baldo in Italy.
6'20. PERICALLIS TUSSILAGINIS. — Coltsfoot- leaved Pericallis.
Class 19th. — Syngenesia Polygamia Superflua. A highly ornamental Annual, a native of TenerifFe. Though it is usually regarded as an Annual, yet if they are kept in the greenhouse in the winter, they may survive
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several years. It is readily increased by seeds, and appears to grow freely in almost any soil.
621. ROSA INDICA, var. NIVEA. — White Noisette Rose.
Class 12th. — Icosandria Polygynia.
This very handsome rose requires a rich loamy soil, is increased by cuttings, and requires the same treatment as the Noisette. It is a very free flowerer, often bearing from forty to fifty blossoms in a cluster ; it is this which makes it difficult to obtain cuttings, though this may be obviated by taking some of the buds off from the lower branches. It blows in July.
622. SOLLYA HETEROPHYLLA. — Various-leaved Sollya.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This truly handsome evergreen twining shrub is a native of Van Dieman's Land. Although usually treated as a greenhouse plant, it proves to be nearly hardy, and when planted against a west wall it will rise to four or five feet, and will continue in bloom during the summer and autumn months, with a profusion of its brilliant azure blossoms It requires a soil composed of peat and loam, and is readily increased by cuttings. It is ascertained that this plant will grow more vigorously against a wall, with a favourable aspect, than if kept in the conservatory.
623. ARTANEMA FIMBRIATUM. — Fringed-flowered Artanema.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
This is a Perennial of much beauty, and although it is usually treated as a greenhouse plant, it will be found to
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succeed very well in the open border during the summer months, producing its purple blossoms and ripening its seeds freely. It affects a mixture of peat and loam, and is increased by seeds and cuttings, but the former mode is preferred. Its blossoms are large and showy, and it is considered an interesting addition to the gardens.
It is a native of New Holland, and blows in August and September.
624. LABLAVIA VULGARIS. — Egyptian Haricot.
Class 17. — Diadelphia Decandria.
It is an extremely showy plant, and is admirably suited for being trained to trellis work ; a very ornamental plant, quite as hardy, and requiring the same treatment as the kidney bean. It is increased by seeds, which ripen well in the open air. The bloom is a pale purple, varying often to dark purple, and sometimes white.
It blows in August and September, and may be seen at Mr. Little's Nursery, King's Road, Chelsea.
It is supposed to be a native of India, though it is cul- tivated in Egypt and Arabia.
625. NIEREMBERGIA INTERMEDIA. — Narrow-leaved purple Nierembergia.
Class 5. — Pentandria Monogynia.
It is quite hardy, and it is found to thrive best in a mixture of peat and river sand. It produces seeds very freely, and may also be increased by cuttings. This is a great ornament to the flower garden ; what with its grace- ful habit, and successive profusion of blossoms of the deep- est purple, shaded partly with brown, and of a rich vel- vety hue, cannot fail to render it a most welcome addition
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It is a native of sandy plains, near the banks of the Parana, and blows in August and September.
626. NYCTERINIA LYCHNIDEA. — White-flowered Nycterinia.
Class 14. — Didynamia Angiosperraia.
This forms a very pretty border flower during the sum- mer months, thriving in a mixture of sandy peat and loam, and is readily increased both by seeds and cuttings; a sup- ply of the latter should be planted in the autumn, and kept in the greenhouse, or in the propagating pit until the middle of May, when they are to be planted out in the open border. Its blossoms are very elegant, expanding only in the evening or in cloudy weather, and they are then very highly fragrant. The bloom makes its appearance in August and September.
627. ALONSOA LINEARIS. — Linear-leaved Alonsoa.
Class 14th.— Didynamia Angiospermia.
This is a plant of a very easy culture, and adds much to the ornament of the flower-border during the summer and autumn months. It prefers a light loamy soil, and is increased both by seeds and cuttings. A supply of young plants destined for the borders should be raised in the pre- ceding autumn, and planted out the middle of May. The plant may be seen when in bloom at the Botanic Garden, Chelsea, and is a native of Peru.
628. ALSTRCEMERIA FLOS MARTINI.— S*. Martins Flower of Chile.
Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
This very pretty plant is hardy enough to be placed in K 2
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the open border, as it blows better there than in the green- house, the proper soil should be composed of equal parts of loam, sand, and vegetable mould or peat, and may be increased either by a division of the root or by seeds, which it affords freely.
It is a native of Chile, and blows the beginning of June.
629. NUTTALLIA PAPAVER. — Poppy-like Nuttallia.
Class 16th. — Monadelphia Poiyandria.
An exceedingly showy plant and quite hardy, thriving well in a soil composed of equal parts of peat and loam, and increased by seeds though sparingly.
It blows in August, and may be seen at Mr. Knight's Nursery, King's Road, Chelsea. It appears to be a Bien- nial, and a native of a place near Covington in the state of Louisiana.
630. GILIA ACHILLE.EFOLIA. — Milfoil-leaved Gilia.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This is a showy plant, and a hardy Annual, growing in almost any soil, and producing seeds freely. It blows in July, and may be seen at Messrs. Allen and Rogers's Nursery, at Battersea.
It is a native of California.
631. RHODODENDRON INDICUM, var. SPECIOSUM.— Showy Indian Rosebay.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
This splendid variety is nearly hardy, and a very free flowerer, beginning to blossom the beginning of May. It is increased by seeds. The plant may be seen at Mr.
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Wm. Smith's, at Norbiton Common, near Kingston, Surrey, where he cultivates an ample store of novelties for sale.
632. RHODODENDRON VENUSTUM. — Lovely Rosebay.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
A very dwarf and bushy evergreen shrub, not exceeding eight inches in height. This is a very showy and inte- resting plant, blowing in March, and produced in Mr. Smith's Nursery, two large clusters of 15 flowers each, of a rich pink, marked inside with dark red spots. It is quite hardy, and easily increased by layers. Mr. Smith is in possession of a good stock of young plants for sale. '
633. ABUTILON PULCHELLUM. — Fragrant Abutilon.
Class 16th. — Monodelphia Polyandria.
An upright branching shrub, rising six or eight feet high. It is a native of New South Wales, quite hardy, and blossoms in March, when it may be seen trained to a wall without protection at the Chelsea Botanic Garden, and producing seeds freely. Its flowers though small are produced in great abundance, and diffuse an agreeable fra- grance like that of the hawthorn.
634. GILIA CORONOPIFOLIA. — Buckshorn-leaved Gilia.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
Few Annuals are seen in our gardens of equal beauty to the present. It is a native of Carolina and Georgia. It is increased by seeds (though sparingly), which should be sown in the autumn, and the young plants preserved in the pit or greenhouse through the winter, and planted out
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about the middle of May in a shady border, and in a sandy soil ; treated in this way the plants will come early in flower, and will be more likely to ripen their seeds. It blossoms the beginning of August.
635. RHODODENDRON NUDIFLORUM, var. EXIMIUM.
Choice Rosebay.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
A bushy, erect, evergreen shrub, quite hardy and rea- dily increased by layers, and from the beauty of its flowers is well deserving a place in every garden. This splendid production was raised from seeds by Mr. Smith, at Nor- biton Common, near Kingston, Surrey, whose success in this department of horticulture stands unrivalled.
636. ANTHYLLIS WEBBIANA. — Rose-coloured Kidney
Fetch.
Gass 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
A native of the Peak of Teneriffe, introduced by Mr. Webb. It will be found to thrive in any light sandy soil, and is well suited to ornament rock work. It flowered in July in Mrs. Marryat's garden at Wimbledon.
637. FUNKIA LANCIFOLIA. — Lance-leaved Funkia.
Class 6th, — Hexandria, Monogynia.
An interesting addition to our hardy Perennials from Japan, which blossomed in August at Mr. Knight's Nur- sery, King's Road, Chelsea, where the plant may be seen p The bloom is a beautiful purple.
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638. VICIA POLYSPERMA. — Many-seeded Fetch.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
This pretty Vetch well deserves a place in the flower- border, it should be planted in a gravelly loam, and is easily increased by seeds, which it produces freely. The seeds should be sown where they are to remain, as few of this genus will bear to be disturbed.
It is a native of Naples, and blows in June, when it may be seen at Mrs. Marry at's at Wimbledon.
639. LILIUM TENNIFOLIUM. — Fine-leaved Lily.
Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
A bulb about the size of a Walnut. In delicacy of foliage, brilliancy of flowers, and gracefulness of habit, the present is not surpassed by any others of this highly orna- mental genus. It is a native of the vast steppes of Siberia.
It may be seen at the Botanic Garden, Chelsea, in the month of July, when it is in blossom.
640. DABCECIA POLIFOLIA, var. ALBA, — White-flowered Iri&h Heath.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
A dwarf, erect, bushy, evergreen shrub, requiring a peat soil, and is easily propagated by layers or cuttings.
This is a beautiful variety, and will soon be more gene- rally cultivated in our gardens.
641. CALCEOLARIA SESSILIS. — Fragrant Slipper-wort.
Gass 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia. This is a native of Chile, requiring a light sandy soil,
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and easily increased by seeds and cuttings. It may be seen at Mr. Knight's Nursery, King's Road, Chelsea.
The flowers are fragrant, with a faint resemblance to that of the garden Hyacinth.
642. CHYMOCARPUS PENTAPHYLLUS.— Five-leaved Chymocarpus.
Class 8th. — Octandria Monogynia.
This highly interesting plant is a native of Buenos Ayres, and requires to be planted in the open border early in the summer, as it was found to thrive much more vigo- rously than when retained in the greenhouse. It blows in July and August, when it produces a profusion of blossoms, and subsequently ripens its fruit, which in ap- pearance and flavour is not unlike the Zante grape. It thrives best in a mixture of sandy peat and loam, and may be increased by seeds or cuttings, whichl ast, root readily in pure sand, and placed in a hotbed.
643. VIOLA PEDATA, var. FLABELLATA. — Fan-leaved Violet.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This plant is extremely beautiful, and highly deserving of cultivation in the open border, though it produced a succession of flowers in the greenhouse of the Botanic Garden, Edinburgh, it would therefore be well to keep a few plants in the greenhouse, to see which succeeds best. It usually blows in the beginning of October. It is pro- pagated by a division of the roots.
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644. RANUNCULUS MILLEFOLIATUS, var. GRANDIFLORUS. Large-flowered Milfoil-leaved Crowfoot.
Class 13th. — Polyandria Polygynia.
This is a native of the hilly parts of Italy, Greece, and the North of Africa. It requires a light loamy soil, is quite hardy, and may be increased by division of the roots or by seeds. It blows with a pretty yellow blossom in April.
645. RHODODENDRON CAMPANULATUM. — Bell-flowered Rosebay.
Class 10th. — Decandria Monogynia.
A small evergreen tree, rising from three to five feet high, with spreading branches. This splendid species is a native of Nepal. It is hardier than several of the spe- cies. The flowers are milk-white, shaded with lilac, and surpass in size all others of the genus, except one dis- covered in Java. It succeeds well in a soil composed of two parts of sandy peat, and one of meadow loam, and may be increased by layers or seeds. It blows in April.
646. NIEREMBERGIA FILICAULIS. — Twiggy Nierembergia.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
A native of Buenos Ayres. It is hardy, and thrives well in a soil composed of peat and loam, in nearly equal proportions, and is increased with facility by cuttings ; it is a pretty ornament in the flower border, and blows in July. It may be seen at the Botanic Garden, Chelsea.
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647. CALCEOLAREA PURPUREA, var. PICTA. — Painted
Slipperwort.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
It requires a light rich soil, and can only be increased by division of the root, its copious delicate white blossoms marked with a broad purple band, render it an agreeable addition to the numerous cultivated varieties of this genus. It blows in June, and is an herbaceous Perennial.
648. MOR.EA TRICUSPJS, var. OCELLATA. — Trident- bearing Morcea.
Class 3rd. — Triandria Monogynia.
This very elegant bulb, which is not surpassed by any of the species, should be placed in a warm sunny border, and the earth removed to the depth of a foot, and replaced by a mixture of vegetable mould and river sand. The bulbs should be taken up in the autumn, and replanted about the middle of January. The earth will require to be renewed every two or three years.
649. LOPHOSPERMUM RHODOCHITON. — Purple Lophospermum.
Class 14th. — Didynamia Angiospermia.
This very beautiful new climber is a native of Mexico, it flowers in June, and may be seen at Mrs. Marry at 's, at Wimbledon ; it may be increased by seeds and cuttings, and will require the same treatment as the Lophospermum erubescens, and is apparently quite as hardy as that species.
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650. CAMPANULA GARGANICA. — Garganian Bell-flower.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This pretty little Campanula is a Perennial, and a native of Naples ; the plant is admirably adapted for rock work, and appears to thrive best in a mixture of peat and loam. It is readily increased by division of the roots, as it is apt to suffer from too much wet, it would be advisable to keep one or two in pots in the frame during the winter.
651. CLEMATIS MONTANA. — Mountain Virgins Bower.
Class 13th. — Polyandria Polygynia.
This highly ornamental plant is a fine climber, quite hardy, and seems to flourish as well in the climate of Eng- land, as on its native mountains at Nepal. It loves a loamy soil, and is readily increased by layers, and blossoms in April and May.
652. CAMPANULA DIVERGENS. — Spreading Bell-flower.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This plant delights in a light gravelly or chalky soil, and produces its seeds abundantly.
It is a native of Hungary, and also of Siberia. It blos- soms in June, and may be seen in Mrs. Marryat's collec- tion at Wimbledon.
653. EBENUS CRETICA. — Cretan Ebony.
Class 17th. — Diadelphia Decandria.
A small bushy evergreen shrub, from a foot to eighteen inches high, very elegant, and well suited to ornament rock work, being found perfectly hardy, and growing in almost
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any kind of light earth. It is increased by seeds and cut- tings.
It is a native of the Sphachian mountains in Candia.
654. CALCEOLARIA CRENATIFLORA, var. KNYPERSLIENSIS.
Knypersley Slipperwort.
Class 2nd. — Diandria Monogynia.
This beautiful variety thrives best in a mixture of vege- table mould and sand, and like the rest of the genus it loves the shade. It can only be increased by slips put under a bell-glass, and shaded.
655. ALSTRCEMERIA SALSILLA. — Small-flowered
Alstrcemeria.
Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
This very elegant species is a native of Chile, it requires a warm sheltered border, and thrives best in a soil com- posed of peat and loam, with a proportion of well rotten manure ; may be increased by parting the roots, and by seeds. It blossoms in May, and may be seen in Mr. Knight's collection, King's Road, Chelsea.
656. LINUM MONOGYNUM. — Monogynous Flax.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Pentagynia.
A very pretty Perennial species, a native of New Zea- land, and apparently almost hardy, flowering and perfecting its seeds freely in the open border.
The plant should be protected in a pit or frame during the winter. A mixture of peat and loam will be found to suit it best, and it may be increased either by slips or by
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seeds. It blossoms in June, when it may be seen in Mr. Knight's collection at Chelsea.
657. GARDOQUIA HOOKERI. — Carolina Gardoquia.
Class 14. — Didynamia Gymnospermia.
This is a highly ornamental little shrub, and is well deserving the attention of the cultivator, both on account of the delicacy of its habits, and its large showy blossoms. The plant thrives best in a sandy peat and loam, it is in- creased by cuttings ; it must have protection in winter, it requires plenty of water while growing. It flowers from June to October.
658. RHODODENDRON MACRANTHUM. — Large-lowered
Chinese Rosebay. Class lOtli. — Decandria Monogynia.
A remarkable showy species, a native of China, its flowers continue longer than any other of the species. It blows in June, and may be seen at Mr. Tate's Nursery, Sloane Street, Chelsea. It requires the same treatment as the other Chinese kind, and may be increased by layers or cuttings.
659. SILENE CHLORCEFOLIA. — Chlora-leaved Catchfty. Class 10th. — Decandria Trigynia.
It is a hardy Perennial, delighting in a light loamy soil, and suited admirably for rock work. Its large white blossoms, which expand only in the evening, or in cloudy weather, are produced during the greater part of the sum- mer. The plant is readily increased either by cuttings or
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seeds. It blossoms in June, and may be seen at the Chel- sea Botanic Garden. It is a native of Georgia.
660. ANIGOZANTHOS MANGLESII. — Mr. Mangles'
Anigozanthos. Class 6th. — Hexandria Monogynia.
This beautiful species was raised in the garden at Whit- more Lodge, Berks, the seat of Robert Mangles, Esq. from, seeds brought from Swan River.
The plant is a Perennial, and may be increased either from seeds or offsets.
The seeds should be sown in August, and when the plants are strong enough they should be potted off, and kept in an airy part of the greenhouse during winter; early in the spring they should be re-potted, and about the middle of April, (unless the weather be very cold) they should be planted out in a border composed of maiden loam, leaf mould, and bog earth, in equal proportions, with a slight mixture of pounded chalk, in which the plants will thrive well, and will show flower in ten months — bog earth alone would destroy them. If the plants are put into a cold frame to protect them during the winter, it will be quite sufficient.
It is worthy of observation, that the slugs are fonder of this plant than almost any other ; it is therefore necessary to examine the plants night and morning.
661. GENISTA AMXANTICA. — Amsantan Genista.
Class 17th.— Diadelphia Decandria. This plant is quite hardy, and from its trailing habit,
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and copious clusters of yellow flowers, is well suited to ornament rock work, where it will thrive luxuriantly. It may be increased either by seeds or layers.
It is a native of Naples, blows in June, and may be seen in the Botanic Garden, Chelsea.
662. — GALARDIA PICTA. — Painted Galardia.
Class 19th, — Syngenesia Polygamia Frustrania. This very pretty and showy plant is a native of Loui- siana, it blows best in the open border : it should be planted in a mixture of peat and loam, and increased either by cuttings or by seeds, which it perfects freely in the open air. It is probable that the plant will prove little more than biennial, and therefore it will be more necessary to secure the seeds.
663. NIEREMBERGIA ATKiNSiANA. — Mr. Atkinses Clove-scented Nierembergia.
Class 5th. — Pentandria Monogynia.
This very showy plant was raised by Mr. Atkins, Nur- seryman, Northampton ; it will prove a great ornament in the flower-garden, as it blossoms most abundantly, and is hardy enough to be planted in the open border : it is rea- dily increased by cuttings. The colour of the flower is of a dark purple, and diffuses an agreeable fragrance, resem- bling that of the Clove Pink, and more powerful in the
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ALPHABETICAL LIST
HARDY GREENHOUSE PLANTS.
Acacia verticillata decipiens armata — pulchella nigricans pubescens decurrens Agapanthus minor Anagallis Grandiflora |
Boronia pinnata . serrulata Bouvardia triphylla Brachysema undulata |
Bucknera viscosa Bursera spinosa Calceolaria integrifolia Calla .ZEthiopica Callicoma serrati folia Calothamnus quadrifida |
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Andersonia springelioides Anthyllis barba Jovis Aotus villosa Ardisia excelsa Arduina bispinosa Aster argophyllus Banksia ericifolia — •. spinulosa marginata integrifolia — — latifolia Bauera rubioides Beaufortia decussata Bechia virgata Bellardiera scandens |
|
Calystachys lanceolata Camellia, double white red buff striped pompone |
|
Campanula aurea Canarina campanula Capparis spinosa Celastrus pyracanthus Cestrum parqui Chenolea diffusa Chorizema ilicifolia Cistus formosus |
|
Bignonia pandora |
|
Clerorlfmflrnn fraorans |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
215
Clethra arborea Cobbaea scandens Convolvulus canariensis Corrsea alba . viridiiflora
— speciosa
Crassula coccinea
versicolor
Crotolaria elegans Curtisia faginea Cyclamen coum
persicum
Cyclopia genistoides Dais cotinifolia Daphne indica Dillwynia ericifolia
cinerescens
Diosma ericoides
umbellata
purpurea
fragrans
Dolichos lignosus Elichrysum proliferum
sesamoides
filiforme
Epacris grandiflora
diosmse folia
Juniperina
pulchella
— pungens
rosea
attenuata alba
Erodium incarnatum Euchilus obcordata Eugenia australis Falkia repens Ficus australis Fuchsia gracilis - — arborea
macrostemma
excorticata
Gelsemium sempervirens
Grnidia aurea
simplex
— radiata uoodenia ovata Grevillea sericea
linearis
— • ilicifolia
juriiperma punicea Elakea gibbosa
— suaveolens
— florida
— ceratophylla oleifolia
— saligna cinerea
Helianthus major Heliotropium peruvianum grandiflorum
Hermannia candicans flammea
Hibbertia dentata
volubilis
Hovea lanceolata Iberis semperflorem lllicium floridanum parviflorum
Ixia Chinensis Kennedya rubicunda
coccinea
bimaculata
ovata
Knowltonia capensis Lamarchia dentata Lambertia formosa Lasiopotalum solaneceum
quercifolium
purpureum
Lebechia cytissoides Leptospermum baccatuin
thea
aculcata
216
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Leptospermum rubriflora Lightfootia oxycoceoides Lonicera japonica
flexuosa
Magnolia fuscata Mahernia incisa Malva divaricata
capensis
Maurandia semperflorens
antirrhiniflora
Melaleuca fulgens
• calycina
hypericifolia
squarrosa
decussata
divaricata
diosmsefolia
Metrosideros florabunda
speciosa
Monsonia speciosa filia
Myrsine africana Nandina domestica Nerium oleander
splendens
Olea fragrans Passerina filiformis Passiflora coerulea racemosa • rubra
alata ccerulea
Persoonia linearis
lanceolata
Philyca plumosa
horizontalis
Phormium tenax Pittosporum undulatum -. — — toberia
coriacenm
Platylobium parviflorum — triangulare
Platylobium microphyllum Plumbago capensis Polygala heisteria
stipulacea
speciosa
Pomaderris elliptica
apetala
Primula sinensis ilba
Protea formosa
mellifera
grandiflora
cordata
argeutea
speciosa latifolia
nigra
radiata
eynaroides
Pultenaea villosa
- stricta daphnoides
Royena lucida Ruscus androgynus Salvia splendens Scotia speciosa Selago corymbosa Serissa fcetida Sphaerolobium vimmemn Stenochilus glabra maculata
Struchiola stricta
virgata imbricata
Trachelium cceruleum Trigridia pavonia Tristania nerriifolia
laurina
Viminaria denudata Virgilia capensis Westringia rosmarinaeea
A GENERAL LIST OF ROSES.
Those marked thus * are late Autumnal Flowering.
Admirable
Adonis
JEtna.
African Black
Agate
Agate abundante pucelle
Agathe Magnifique
Singuliere
Thalie Blush
Agreeable Aigle noir Aimable Emma
Hortense
Ajax
Albanian
Albion
Abundant
A la mode de Paris
Alexandrian
Alicant
Allsaints
Alphonse
Alpine
Aimable Violette
Amaranth
Amazon
Amsterdam
Angelica
Antwerp
Apollo
Arcadian
Ardoisie a gros Calyce
Armenian
Assemble de Beaute
Athenian
Atlas
Augusta
Aurelie
Aurora
Austrian
Ayrshire
Baden
Baron de Stael
Bath White Moss
Bavarian
Beaute Oriental
Suprenante
Tendre
Belle aurore
aurore Descemets
Circassiene
Emelie
Helen
Normandie
Rouennaise
Theophylla pucelle
Therese
Violette
Bellona Bengal Dog
Elegant
Florida
Gros Violet
Bengalensis alba
Bijou
Birth-day
218
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Bishop Bizaar Black Damask Frizzled Mottled Reine des Rose Blandford Blondin Blotched leaved Moss Blue Purple and Purple Bluish coloured China Blush Belgic |
Cardinal Carmine Carnation Castile Catalonian Celery-leaved Celestial Celestina Centifolia Bengalensis Champion Chancellor Changeable Cherry Childing's Provence Cinder Circassian Clemence Isaure Clementine Clovis Cluster — • flowered Sweet-briar |
Cabbage Damask ... - - 1 00 Irnvnl |
|
Moss |
|
Common Provence Comtesse de Genlis Constantia Cordon Blue Cornelian Corsican Corymbosa Blush Cluster Grace's ne plus ultra Crepe a fuille undule Cretan Crick's Rose Crimson Mignon * Perpetual Crown Imperial Cupid Cybele Cypress Damask unique Damas pourpre |
|
T? rival |
|
Bonaparte Bourbon Bracelet d' Amour Breda Bright Crumpled Purole |
|
Brilliant Broad-leaved Brunette * Brunswick Brusselles Burgundy Burnet-leaved Burning Coal Cabbage Provence Caffrarian Calypso Camelliaflora |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
219
Dantzick Dark China |
Due de Constantia de Berri |
Lilac Mirhlrrl |
de Guiche Duchess |
Duchesse d'Angouleme |
|
CV,«11 |
|
Violet Darling Dauphin Delicious Descemets Diadem Diana Diane de Poictiers Dido Dingy Double Apple-bearing Blush Carolina - • • Scotch |
d'Orleans Duke of Wellington Dusky Dutch Crimson 100 leaved Provence |
Tree Velvet Dwarf Crimson |
|
Proliferous Provence Early Blush 100 leaved Provence Ranunculus Egyptian Eliza Blush Elm-leaved Provence Elysian Emperor Empress of Russia Enchanter's Enchantress Enfant de France English Rose de quatre Saison Euphrosine Evergreen |
|
Burnet-leaved Cinnamon Cluster Musk Dog Dwarf White Scotch Hip • Marbled Scotch |
|
Minim's Provence Pennsylvanian Princess, Scotch — Red Carolina Red Scotch Scotch Sweet Briar Velvet White V«ll«,,r |
|
Dragon Dresden Due d'Angouleme |
Fair Maid Fairy Fanny Bias |
220
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Fanny Parissot Rousseau Favourite Mignon Purple Feu Brilliant Feuille de Chanvre Fiery Flanders Flavia Flemish Flesh-coloured China |
Gordon's Grand Alexander — Rllicll Rmral |
Marbled Monarque Pavot Papa pompone pucelle |
|
Pivoine Pnrnln |
|
— — Sultan |
|
Florentine Florida Formidable *Four Seasons, almost Thorn- less *Four Seasons, var. Monthly Frampton Frankford Frasier's China Now Pinlt Mn^lc |
|
Grandesse Royale Great Maiden's Blush Mogul |
|
Grey-coloured Gridelin Sans epines Haarlem Hanover Hedge Hog Helen Henri de Luxembourg |
|
French Glory of the Gardens ' Rose de quatre Saison Fringed Frizzled Velvet Gabriel d'Estrie Gallant Garnet Gascouy Genoese Georgian Georgiana Giant Velvet Globe White Hip Gloomy Gloria Mundi Gloriosa Gloria Rubrum Glory of the Gardens Goliah |
|
Hercules Hundred-leaved Mignon Hungarian Hybrida perfecta Illustrious Imperial Blush |
|
Provence |
|
Incised Mignon Incomparable Infernal Invincible Provence Isabella Italian |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
221
Jean d'Arc Jersey Jerusalem Jessica Jewel Josephine Josephine de Malmaison Juliana Junon King King of Scotland Labradore La Bridgette La Belle Aricie TTrhr |
Lesser Crimson Leyden Light Purple 1 00 Irivnrl |
Light Red Scotch Lisbon Lisle *Lisle de Bourbon Lively Lodoiska Lombardy London Pride Lord Macartney's Louis the 16th 18th |
|
Lubec Lucca Lurid Luxembourg Lydian Lyonoise Madame de Maintenon de Sevigne Mademoiselle Vibert Magdalen Magnifique Mahecca Mahecca Nova Maiden |
|
La Diana Ladies Blush, Scotch La Dauphine — feur Duchess de Bourbon La folie de Corse — Gallarde — Grand Meduse L'Imperatrice de France Large Blush, China Cupid |
|
Cp/-.fpV« |
|
*Large Dark Red China Now Pilr IVTu^lc C'liim. |
|
Platter |
|
La Rose — Rose Zenobie — Tete Mort Le Due de Brabant L' Habit Epescopal L'Oublie des Francais Le Roi des Pays Bas Lawrancea * Lee's Perpetual Blush Leicester Leipsic Lesser Belgic |
Majestic Majorca Malabar Malaga Malta Manning's Blush Sweet Briar Manteau pourpre Mantle Marbled Dark China 1 00 Ipivrrl |
Scotch |
222
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Margarette Margined Hip Marie Louise Marseilles Marvellous Mere Gignon Mexican Mignon Milan Milanese Mirabelle Miss Bold Missouri Rose Mogul Monstrous Sweet Briar Montaubon Montpellier Morocco Merveilleuse Moss Provence Mossy Pompone Sweet Briar Mottled Moss |
Nonsuch Normandy Nouvelle Blush |
Olympic Oriental Pearl Orleans *Pale China Cluster Sweet China Vollnw Srntrli |
|
Paradise Paragon Paris, 100 leaved Purple |
|
v irgin Parsley-leaved Sweet Briar Pastoral Patagonian. Patron Pencilled Mignon |
|
Mourning Napoleon Narbonne Natolian Neapolitan Negro Ne plus ultra *New Double Musk New Mottled Velvet |
Penelope Perigord * Perpetual Scotch Persian Peruvian Petite Blanche 1 00 Irnvrrl |
Panachee pourpre de St. Cloud |
|
Dark Red China Nigra Panachee Ninond e L'Enclos Niobe Noblesse 'Noisette Nonpareil |
Triumphant Phaloe Philippine Phoenix Picardy Pink, 1 00 leaved Plicate |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
223
Pluto j-'omona Pompadour Pompone „ (J-Q Roi |
Ranoncule Minatre |
Ranunculus Ratisbon Red Alpine nnH Vinlot |
|
Vinlrt |
|
Poniatowski *Pope's Cluster Autumnal Poppy Portland Portlandica grandiflora Porto Bello Poupre sans epine Premier Prince Princely Prince Isaac Arzenburgh Rcffent |
Crown upon Crown Damask |
* Monthly Offiriml |
|
- SpntrVi |
|
Refulgent Regent Reine Caroline de Hongerie |
|
Princess Charlotte |
Esther |
of Orange Prolific . Blush Proliferous Carmine Proserpine Pronville Purple Burgundy |
Roi de Rome Roman Rosa Anemoneflora Banksia - Berberifiora |
• Bichonica. |
|
Bipinnata |
|
Mignon * Noisette Queen — Scotch |
Diversseflora Grevillea |
Pygmy Pyramidal *Quatre Saison rectifie ' Quebec Queen . of the Violets Queen's Provence Ragusan |
Lurida Mundi Multiflora Nivalis — Palustris |
Pucilla |
224
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Rosa Pumila |
Royal Mantle |
Pyrenaica Recurva |
Provence Purple r>«j |
Rubri folia . Sinica Spinosissima |
Sweet Briar . • Violet Sable Sage-leaved Moss Saint Agnes Francis George German |
Teneriffensis Trifoliata • Unguiculata .. _ Venusta |
|
Saint Jago • John |
|
Rose Blanche Belgic Blue |
|
. Bours&ult |
Sansparielle Sardinian Scarlet Hip Moss Provence |
de Levant d'ltalia de Meaux |
|
felicite a feuille de 1'aitue |
Sceptre Scotch Provence Seedling Semi-double Blush |
Gay |
|
I cc |
|
TVTnoe |
|
, __ Bullata |
|
• ••- • of Parnassus |
WViitn |
Oillrt |
Seville Shailer's large Blush |
Vandal without Thorns Rouge tres double Royal Bouquet |
large Purple Provence Shell Sicilian Silesian Single Apple-bearing Cinnamon |
"Hnlrr |
|
Grandeur |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Single cluster Musk |
Superb Carmine |
1 Of) }noiTor\ |
p«j |
"Rpfl PViinn |
|
Moss Pennsylvania!! Provence • Scotch Sweet Briar Velvet Vrlvrt S^fttrh |
Supreme Beauty Surpassant Suwarrow Swiss Sylvanus |
WTiitr |
|
Yellow Yellow American Singleton's 1 00 leaved Sinensis SaKcifolia Siren Small Blush China Sombre |
Tender Pet Terminale Thisbe odeur de Hyacinth Toute Bizaar Scotch Trafalgar Transparent Tree Paeony Rose |
Spanish Spineless Purple Red |
Tricolor Triomphe • • de Brabant |
v irgm Spongs Spreading Carolina Stadtholder Stseban Standard State |
Tripolian Triumphant Tunis Turban Tuscany Two-coloured 1 00 leaved |
Striped Invincible leaved Dosf |
Tyrian Purple TTmbpllated |
Mignon * Monthly Moss |
Umbrella Unica Spectabilis Upright American |
i^usegd.} • Scotch |
Wlnnr mire Diicelle |
Velvet Sultana Superb Agate Brunette |
Velvet Scotch Venetian Venus Vermillion L2 |
226
SELECTION OF PLANTS*
Versailles
Victory
Vienna Purple
Vilmorin
Violet Brilliant
Vittoria
Waterloo
Wellington
White China Frasier
Damask
White Moss
* Monthly
Multiflora
New Musk China
Provence
shining-leaved China
York and Lancaster Yorkshire Provence Zealand Zulme
Any of this valuable Collection may be had at Messrs. Lee and Go's. Nursery, Hammersmith, or any other of the principal Nurseries, many of which the Author has had opportunities of seeing in bloom, which surpassed every thing he ever saw of the kind.
AN ALPHABETICAL LIST
NEW HERBACEOUS PLANTS.
Acynos alpina Achillea speciosa Aconitum rostratum
rubrum
Ajuga alpina alba
variegata
Alchemilla argentea Anchusa italica
violacea
rubra
mcarnata
Asclepias nivia Asphodelus creticus .Antirrhinum grandifloruni pictum
Aster nova boracensis
alpina alba
elegans
carpatica
Astragalus viminalis Baptisia virginica Bupthalmum cordifolium Campanula glomerata pallida.
macrantha
betonicifolium
speciosa
rhomboides
halleriifolia
— . — lactricolor urticifolia
SELECTION OP PLANTS.
227
Chrysocoma linifolius Commelina ooclestris Coreophis Tinctoria Delphinium grandiflorum al- bum
Dianthus hispanicus Doronicum plantagineum Epilobium dodonea Eryngium alpinum pleno Euphorbia palustris Galega officinalis alba
biloba
Galicum Grsecum Helianthus mollis Hepatica, new French Iris subbiflora
hungaricus
nepalensis
Jasiona perennis Lathyrus latifolius alba Lin aria genistifolia Linum narbonense
perenne alba
Lychnis viscaria alba Melittis alpina Monarda russeliana
canadensis
Monarda hirsuta
Wheelerii
CEnothera Fraserii variegata
Orobus lathyroides Pentstemon digitalis Phlox reflexa
Wheelerii
pariiculata rubra
new French
Shepherd's New
Coldryana
Brucii
Bimaculata
rosea
• nivea
Ingram's Seedling
Potentilla atrosanguinea — formosa
speciosa acaulis
Rudbeckia new mannii Salvia amplexicaule
Pyrenaica
Senecio doronicum
abrotanifolium
Spiraea ulmaria variegata Teucrium hircanicum Tradescantia rosea pleno
virginica major
pallida
Trollius gellida Troxinum virginicmn Verbascum marsh hallianum Vernonia nova boracensis Vernonia prasalta Veronica Candida Vicia cracca alba
A SELECTION
OF
CARNATIONS AND P1COTEES.
The best of these Flowers are 3s. and 4s. a Pair, with the exception of the new and scarce ones, and they are marked as such.
Aston's State General Bates's George the Fourth
Oxford Hero
Duke of Clarence
Bray's Defiance Cartwright's Wm. the Fourth Christian's Ditto
Lord Milton
Cooper's High Admiral Costin's Monarch Fletcher's Lord Stanley . Duke of Devon- shire, 5s.
Glover's Regulator Gould's Duke of York Gray's Devonshire Hero Grand Turk
Hall's Glory of England Hill's Duke of Leeds Hodge's Jupiter
. Prince George
Hogg's Achilles
. • Sir Abraham Hume,
55.
— : Mars
Romulus
Hopkin's Grenadier Hufton's Duke of Wellington Humphrey's Duke of Clarence
Kellner's Marq. of Anglesea Martin's Conqueror Mason's William the Fourth Pyke's Champion Rowbottom's Victory Snook's Defiance Strong's Duke of York, 5s. a
pair
Walmsley's Wm. the Fourth Waterhouse's Rising Sun Dr. Svntax
Wilde's Perfection Willmer's Conquering Hero WTood's President
Crimson Bizarres.
Cartwright's Rainbow Christian's Magnificent Miss Hogg
Gregory's King Alfred Hogg's King Arthur
pair
Plutarch
Dr. Lindley, 10s. a
Marquis of Sligo
Hufton's Lord Holland Jacques' Georgiana, Lee's Duke of Kent
SELECTION OF PLAN7TS.
229
La Richesse des Roses Martin's Colossus Pittman's Rising Sun Strong's Linnaeus
Prince of Denmark
Terry's King
Troup's Eclipse
Turner's Duke of Devonshire
Wakefield's Paul Pry
Young's Earl Grey, 5s.
Pink and Purple Bizarres.
Aiton's Pre-eminent Davey's Lady Grey Hogg's Epaminondas, 5s.
Marquis of Douro
Jacques' Iris, Is. 6d. Strong's Dr Franklin Troup's Primate Unique
Purple Flakes.
Alleway's Wonder of the
World, 5s.
Brook's Duke of Beaufort Christian's Mary Christianas. Fulbrook's Grenadier Hill's Reformer Hogg's Lord Tenterden Honey's Princess Charlotte Hufton's Princess Victoria Kenny's Excellent Kershaw's Royal George Knott's Alfred the Great, 5s. Lascelles' Queen of Sheba,
105.
Le Roi des Violets Maltby's Emma Palmer's Defiance Strong's Esther
Taylor's Lady Mansfield Turner's Princess Charlotte Willmer's Defiance Wood's Lord Wentworth Wilde's Mary Anne
Scarlet Flakes.
Brown's Bishop of Gloucester Fletcher's Beauty of Bir- mingham
Hodge's Bright Phoebus Hogg's Lord Hill
General Clinton
Hufton's Magnificent Leighton's Atlas Manning's Defiance Martin's Phoenix Pearson's Madam Mara Smalley's Fair Ellen Steam's Dr. Barnes Tate's Queen Adelaide Tomlinson's Duke of Rutland Wood's Lord Strathaven
Rose and Pink Flakes.
Bolton's Delicate Rose Chad wick's Lucetta Clarke's Lady Farnham Clegg's Smiling Beauty Crook's Roi de Roses Davy's Lady Shannon Hall's Lady Colville Hogg's Julia
Duchess of Kent
Paddington Beauty,
Roses,
Hufton's Queen Adelaide, 5s. Lee's Maria Louisa
230
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Leach's Hero Princess Clementina, 5s. Rose Superbe Smalley's Wonderful Strong's Princess Augusta Wood's Royal George
Lady Sparrow
Yates* Supreme
Cherry and Maroon Flakes.
Le Roi des Noirs Queen of Bohemia
English Picotees., Red.
Annesley's Goliath
Achilles
Bate's Queen Ann Benn's Mark Antony Hird's Alpha Hogg's King William Hogg's Corinna
Maria
Hufton's Miss Ray Kenny's Incomparable Mason's Maid of the Mill .Martin's Princess Victoria Paganini
Pearson's Chilwell Beauty Queen of Wurtemberg Russell's Incomparable, 55. Wood's Champion
Purple Picotees.
Annesley's King William
Lord Norreys
Lord Hill
BletchingtonHero
Cornfield's Duchess of Bed- ford
Douglas's Mary Anne Fletcher's Maria Hogg's Andromeda
Lady Rolle, 5s.
Lord Boston
Miss Annesley
Galatea
Hufton's Lady Middleton
Isabella
Drusilla, 7s. 6d.
Lockstone's Victorious Martin's Queen Adelaide — Queen of Violets
Pullen's Incomparable Townsend's Fair Rosamond Wood's Enchantress
Rose and Pink.
Cornfield's Queen Adelaide Hogg's Countess of Verulam Clarissa
Wood's Andromache
Lady of the Lake
King of Roses
Scarlet.
Hogg's Ensign Stone's General Picton
New Picoteest Red.
Miss Campbell, 10s. a pair
Juno, 7s. 6d.
Champion of England, 5s.
Purple.
Paragon, 7s. 6d. Admiral Napier, 5s. Lady Hardwicke, 5s. Flower Perpetual
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
231
Picoteeswith Yellow Grounds, 5s. a Pair. Agamemnon Alcibiades Apollo Amour Aspasia Barbet's Champion Celestina Donna Maria Emperor of Austria Erasmus Gloria Florum Golden Eagle Heroine Jason King of Sardinia Le Magnifique Le Grand General La Marquise |
Leonidas Marmontel Napoleon Orlando Phoenix Prince Maximilian Eugene • Arthur |
T)r Pnnrlr |
|
.L/c \_/onUc Princess of Sweden Pulcheria Prince Albert Orlrr |
|
Queen of Bohemia of Bavaria Regulus Raphael, 5s. Romulus Saladin St. Dennis Zenobia |
AN ALPHABETICAL LIST
OP
ORNAMENTAL TREES.
Acer tartaricum |
Acer opalus |
dasycarpum saccharinum |
negundo campestris |
montanum — pennsylvanicum |
nigrum Ailanthus glandulosus |
232
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
JEsculus flava |
Cratsegus pyracanthafolia |
Amygdalus communis |
|
Arbutus unedo Betula pendula |
- praecox |
hybrida |
|
laciniata |
|
. • angulata |
|
rubra |
spatulata |
• excelsa nigra |
gr*ca spinosissima |
Buxus sempervirens Carpinus ostrya |
gata Cupressus disticha |
- "Rptnln^ |
|
Catalpa syringsefolia Cersis siliquastrum |
Cytissus laburnum var. latifolium Diospyrus virginiana Eleagnus angustifolius Fagus purpurea asplenifolia |
Cornus florida Celtis occidentalis Corylus colurna Cratsegus suecica |
|
Fraxinus juglandifolia |
|
simplicifolia |
|
• ^ sorts striped |
|
— — salicifolia . — snlendens |
americana altissima |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
233
Fraxinus ornus
rotundifolia
• sambucsefolia
alba
iiigra
acuta
Salisburia adiantifolia Gleditschia triacanthos
horrida
Guilandina dioica Halesia tetraptera Juglans, ten sorts Koelreuteria paniculata Juniperus virginica Ilex latifolia
myrtifolia
heterophylla
Laurus sassafras Liquidambar styraciflua Liriodendron tulipifera Mespilus canadensis
amelanchier
grandiflora
arbutifolia
pendula
Morus alba
mgra^
tartarica
rubra
papyrifera
Finns Cedrus
Pinaster
Pinea
Picea
Balsamea
Tseda
strobus
echinata
Larix
nigra
alopecuroides
alba
Pinus canadensis
montana
cembra
rubra
resinosa
• variabilis Nyssa montana Platanus orientalis
occidentals
• hispanica
• acerifolia
Populus balsamifera alba
nigra
stricta
monilifera
angulata
heterophylla
graeca
pendula
Prunus rubra
padus
pendula
• sibrica
pennsylvanica
Pyrus sibrica baccata
rubra
spectabilis
angustifolia
coronaria
salicifolia
praecox
pollveria
supreme crab
Tartarian crab
transparent crab
North's crab
praecox angustifolia
Quercus phellos
latifolia
sinuata
234
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Quercus Ilex |
Quercus coccinea |
— banisteri |
|
sinuata |
Rhus typhinum Robinia Pseud- Acacia |
lyrata |
Sorbus aucuparia |
obtusiloba falcata |
Tilia alba corallina |
obtusa alba |
Ulmus americana rubra alba |
memoralis |
|
canadensis |
|
esculentus |
Chicbester |
nigra |
A SELECTION OF AURICULAS.
Green Edged.
Asb worth's Newton Hero,l Os. Archer's Champion, 5s. Atkinson's Constant Beauty,
5s. Barlow's King, 35.
Booth's Freedom, 1 5s. Brown's Duke of York, 4s. Cooper's Black Diamond, 4s. Clegg's Black and Green, 5s. Chilcott's King, 4s. Clough's Defiance, 4s.
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
235
Eegrton's Lord Combermere,
5s.
Eaton's Earl Grey, 5s. Fletcher's Lady Clive, 4s. Galloway's Glory of Oldham,
45.
Gabell's Wellington, 4s.
Hogg's Romeo, 5s.
~ Eclipse, 5s.
Magnificent, 55.
Waterloo, 5.9.
Hodge's Bolivar, 4s.
Britannia, £1.
Howard's Lord Nelson, 5s. Hudson's Prince Leopold, 5s. Laurie's Glory of Cheshunt, 10s.
Field Marshal, 7s. 6d.
Champion, 5s.
Daphne, 5s.
Moore's Jubilee, 4s. Pollitt's Ruler of England, 7s.
Standard, 7s.
Page's Champion, 1 5s. Partington's Trafalgar, 5s. Pearson's Badajoz, 5s. Robinson's Queen, 4s. Salter's Garland, 4s. Smith's Waterloo, 7s. 6d.
Miss O'Neil, 5s.
Thetis, 5s.
Minerva, 4s.
Tomlinson's Commander,
7s. 6d.
Troup's Eclipse, 7s. 6d. Wild's Highland Lass, 4s. Wood's Lord Lascelles. 45.
Wrigley's Northern Hero,
7s. 6d. Yates' Lord Collingwood, 5*.
Grey Edged.
Brown's Lord Harrington, 4s. Campbell's Robert Burns,
£1. 5s.
Chilcott's Brilliant, 4s. Cox's British Hero, 4s. Dean's Regulator, 45. Dyson's Queen, 4s. Eaton's Lady Grey, 4s. Gabell's Delight, 5s. Grime's Privateer, 45, Hogg's Lord Dudley, 55. Key's Lovely Ann, 55. Kenyon's Ringleader, 4s. Laurie's Elegant, 5s. Moore's Violet, 7s. 6rf. Rider's Waterloo, 5s. Summerscale's Balloon, 7s. 6d. Taylor's Plough Boy, 5s. Thompson's Phoebus, 4s. Troup's Lord Dacre, 5s. Warris's Union, 5s.
White Edged.
Hugh's Pillar of Beauty, 4s. Laurie's Favourite, 15s.
Fair Rosamond, 55.
Leigh's Venus, 4s. Popplewell's Conqueror, 85. Pott's Regulator, 55. Taylor's Favourite, l^s«
• Incomparable? **$•
Wood's Delight, 10s.
A SELECTION OF TULIPS.
Rose and Cherry Colours. Atala, 15s. Arbre de Diana, 5s. Andromeda, II. Is. Altesse, II. Is. Buisson d' Ardent, II. 10s. Brulante Eclatanta, 31 3s. Beaute Parfaite, 21. Bacchus, 12s. Catalina, 3/. 10s. Cerise Blanche, R 10s.
Fameuse, \l. 10s.
d'Espagne, 2Z.
Triumphant, II. 10*.
d'Argent, 10s.
Compte Vergennes, 10s.
Domingo, 5s.
Grand Cerise, 10s. Heroine, 5s. L'Admirable, 6s.
Lace Sans Pareille, 31. 10s.
Manteu Ducal, 5s.
Minerva, 31 10s.
Maria Louisa, 1 1. 1 Os.
Matilda, 10s.
Pouceau Blanc, 31.
Prince William the Fourth,
8s.
Princess Wilhelmina, 10s. Perle Brilliant, 5s. Queen of England (or Hebee)
5s.
Rose Amadis, 15s. Blanca, 10s.
Camuse de Craix, 41. 4s.
Camuse (Rose), II. 10s.
Primo Bien du Noir (Rose), II. 10s.
Triumphe Royale (Rose), 5s.
Toilette de la Reine, 21.
Triumph de Flora (or Do- mingo), 5s.
Walworth, 10s.
By-bloom Tulips.
Aquapulco, 8s.
Atlas, 5s.
Belinda (Carter's), 31
Bellona, I/. 10s.
Compt Sax, 31.
Comptesse de Povence, 51. 5s.
Cerise Lilace, 10s.
Director General (Gloria
Munda), 5s. Europenne, 1 5s. Grand Monarque, 3Z. 3s. Grotius, 7s.
Gloria Aborum (True), U. 10s. Holmes' King, 4s. Majesteuse Superfine, 8s. Grand
Mark Anthony, 2/.
Nequette, 15s.
Othello, R Is.
Pass Grand Turk, 10s.
Pax d' Amiens, II. 10s.
Princess Charlotte's Ceno- taph, II. Is.
Perle d'Angleterre (Carter's) 51.
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
23'
Queen Charlotte, II. Is. Reine d' Egypt, 3s. Rodney, 5s.
Regulator (Carter's) 51. Tour de Salisbury, 10s. Transparent Noir, 15s. Violet Alexander, K 10s.
Rougeatre, II.
• Camusitte, H.
Bizard's Yellow Ground Tulips.
Abercrombie, 1Z. Alexander, 12. Agamemnon, II. 10s. Bataille d'Eyleau, 21 2s. Don Michell, 51. 5s. Coburg Riggs, II. 10s. Demetrius, 12s. Emperor of Austria, 3Z. Feu de Fontenoy, 5s. Grand Monarch, 10s. Garnett's Waterloo (or Pla-
toff), II. 10s. Junius Brutus, 31. 3s. Leonidas (Carter's), 31. 3s,
Lucur, II. Partout, 7s. Macbeth, II. I Os. Masonia, 10s. Stable Grand, lOe. plus ultra, 31. Optimus, 15s. Pompius Magnus, ] Os. Pompe Funefre, 71. Prince Leopold (Carter's),
21. 10s. Plato ff, \l. 5s.
Polyphmon (Clark's) , 1 01. \ Os. Pass Perfecta, 10s. Reine de Bresil, 7s.
Rex Charbonier, 21.
Sir Sydney Smith, 7s.
Sampson, 10Z.
Strabo, 10s.
Sanzio, 1Z. Is.
Trafalgar (Davey's), K Is.
Tamerlane, 102.
Timolus, 10s.
Vulcan, II.
Willmore's Duke of Kent, 3J,
Wellington, II. Is.
A GENERAL LIST
OF
HERBACEOUS PLANTS,
ALPHABETICALLY ARRANGED.
jiconitum. saponicum neomontanum lycoctonum
Aconitum, ochroleucum variegatum spicatum
238
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Aconitum
volubile
tauricum
macrophylluni
pyrenaicum
album
napellus
cammarum
novum
pyramidale Anthericum.
ramosum
liliastrum
liliago
bulbosum
canaliculatum
ossifraguin Anemone.
apennina coerulea
narcissiflora
nemorosa pleno
pulsatilla
alpina
vernalis
ranunculoides
tbalictroides
• pleno
palmata
sylvestris
pennsylvanica
pulsatilla major
nortensis, red
single purple
single scarlet
double scarlet
halleri
patens Apocynum.
androssemifolium
rubrum
cannabinum
venetum
Asclepias.
bombasina
tuberosa
purpurascens
syriaca
incarnata
vincetoxicum
purpurascens minor
Imifolius
Amoena Aster.
sibiricus
spectabilis
grandifloms
pulcherrimus
amellus
Alpinus
Novae Angliae
albus
Novi Belgii
fragilis
praecox
lajvis
paniculatus
salignus
acris
punicens
Tradescanti
speciosus
Imifolius
diffusus
rigidus
flexuosus
undulatus
nova species
divaricatus
dumosus
patens
pallens
Tripolium
erigeroides
hyssopifolius
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
239
A t |
Amsonia. |
littoralis |
latifolia |
salicifolius |
salicifolia |
phlogifolius sestivus |
angustifolia Actcea. |
divergens |
racemosa |
racemosus |
spicata |
multiflorus |
Aralia. |
concolor |
hispida |
fugax miser |
racemosa nudicaulis |
dentex |
Aquilegia. |
linarifolius adulterinus |
canadensis grandiflora |
sessiliflorus |
alpina |
purpureus |
vulgaris |
mutabilis |
rosea |
incisus |
viridiflora |
corymbosus |
Asphodelus. |
alpinus ericoides |
ramosus luteus |
Aristolochia. |
|
Achillea. |
clematilis |
ptarmica pleno tomentosa |
serpentaria Artemisia. |
fragilis |
vulgaris |
eupatorium millefolium rubrum |
dracunculus absinthium |
ligustica |
maritima |
ageratum clavennse Santolina |
glacialis campestris pontica |
aegyptiaca |
coerulescens |
alpina abrotanifolia impatiens |
Astragalus. galegiformis monspessulanus |
magna pubescens |
alopecuroides virescens |
Asarum. |
Anchusa. |
virginicum |
sempervirens |
canadense |
tinctoria |
europseum |
officinalis |
240
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Adonis. |
Arundo. |
vernalis |
donax |
Atropa. |
colorata |
belladonna |
epigejos |
Mandragora Astrantia. |
Allium. schaenoprasum |
major |
obliquum |
minor |
moli |
carneolica |
sibiricum |
Alyssum. incanum |
descendens victoriale |
saxatile |
Althaa. |
deltoidum |
ficifolia |
alpestre |
officinalis |
olympicum Aletris. |
Aretia. alpina |
farinosa |
vitaliana |
Anthyllis. |
Anthemis. |
montana |
nobilis |
vulneraria, red |
tinctoria |
yellow |
laxa |
Amaryllis. lutea |
Arabis. lucida |
Atamasco |
sibiricus |
Belladonna |
caucasica |
sarniensis |
pendula |
Acanthus. |
Agrostemma. |
mollis |
flos jo vis |
spinosus Alchemilla. |
— pleno JEgopodium. |
vulgaris alpina |
podagraria variegata Betonica. |
pentapbylla Ancistrum. |
stricta grandiflora |
lucidum |
orientalis |
Agrimonia. |
officinalis |
odorata |
incana |
agrimonoides Asperula. aristata |
hirsuta Baptisia. australis |
daurica |
tinctoria |
Angelica. |
alba |
archangelica |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
241
Bupleurum. |
Campanula. |
longifolium |
collina |
petraeum |
caucasica |
Bocconia. |
pumila cserulea |
cordata |
pnlla |
Bupthalmum. |
versicolor |
grandiflorum |
tenuifolia |
salicifolium |
rapunculus |
Balsamita. |
Coreopsis. |
vulgaris |
lanceolata |
Barbarea. |
tenuifolia |
vulgaris pleno |
aurea |
Boltonia. |
verticillata |
glastifolia |
tripteris |
asteroides |
senifolia |
Bellium. |
latifolius |
minutum |
altissima |
Campanula. |
auriculata |
lilifolia |
Chelone. |
cephalotus |
Lyonii |
glomerata var. |
glabra |
rotundifolia |
obliqua |
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|
punctata |
Udl Utltci Clematis. |
barbata |
integrifolia |
latifolia alba |
crispa |
coerulea |
angustifolia |
urticifolia pleno coerulea |
cylindrica |
i-\l IKo |
ochroleuca |
picno aioa |
|
persicifolia simplex coerulea |
erecta |
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viorna |
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reticulata |
pyramidalis alba |
minima |
pumila alba |
varia |
glomerata alba |
coronat |
thyrsoides |
Cynoglossum. |
nitida |
pictum |
bononiensis |
omphaloides |
Trachelium |
officinale |
traclieloides |
Convallaria. |
azurea |
multiflora |
M |
242
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Convallaria Crocus. |
|
stellata |
serotinus |
odorata |
vernus |
polygonatum |
sativus |
majalis |
Collinsonia. |
rubra |
canadensis |
flore plena |
Cassia. |
verticillata |
marilandica |
raceraosa |
Catananche. |
bifolia |
ceerulea |
Chrysocoma. |
Cypripedium. |
linosyris |
canadense |
biflora |
spectabile |
villosa |
parviflorum |
Cnicus. |
calceolus |
canus |
humile |
coruus |
pubescens |
oleraceus |
Cotyledon. |
Circtea. |
umbilicus |
latetiana |
lutea |
Chrysanthemum. |
Cacalia. |
leucanthemum |
hastata |
atratum |
alpina |
Centaur ea. |
suaveolens |
phrygia lanceolata |
Chrysosplenium . oppositifolium |
dealbata |
alternifolium |
montana |
Conyza. |
sempervirens |
Squarrosa |
glastifolia |
linifolia |
caucasica |
asteroides |
seratuloides- |
Crepis. |
Chelidonium. |
pulchra |
majus |
pontica |
Cemicifugo. |
sibirica |
palmata |
albida |
Colchicum. |
Carex. |
autumnale |
dioica |
T\\r>LT\f\ |
strigosa |
Lllvllv |
|
vernum |
canadensis |
agripinum |
Cucubalus. |
album |
bacciferus |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
243
Cucubalus. |
Dracocephalum. |
tartaricus |
sibiricum |
Otites |
denticulatum |
Cornus. |
speciosum |
suecica |
ruyschiana |
canadensis |
grandiflorum |
Cunila. |
perigrinum |
capitata |
Digitalis. |
mariana |
laevigata |
Cochlearia. |
- O lanata |
alpina |
minor |
danica |
ambigua |
Caltha. |
parviflora |
palustris |
ferruginea |
pleno |
purpurea |
dentata |
purpurea flore alba |
Cardamine. |
lutea |
pratensis pleno |
Dodecatheon. |
asarifolia |
meadia |
trifolia |
alba |
Cerastium. |
Dianthus. |
repens tomentosum |
japonicus hybridus |
Carlina. |
glaucus |
acaulis |
barbatus |
Comwlvulus. |
Armeria |
lineatus |
prolifer |
Delphinium. |
collinus |
grandiflorum |
caryophillus |
superbus atrorubeus |
|
alpestris |
|
azureum |
diutinus |
pleno |
pungens |
intermedium |
csesius |
hybridum |
montanus |
aconiti parvicapsulum |
Alpinus Dorycnium. |
elatum |
herbaceum |
Dracocephalum. |
Dioscorea. |
virginianum |
verticillata |
244
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Dictamnus. rubrus
Dalibarda.
fragerioides Diphylleia.
cymosa Dodartia.
orientalis Doronicum .
pardalianches
bellidiastrum
altaicum Draba.
hirta
aizoides
ciliaris
tomentosa Dryas.
octopetala Epilobium.
angustifolium
flore
angustissimum
alsinifolium
alpinum
palustre Eryngium.
campestre
bourgati
alpinum
amethystinum
planum Erythronium.
Dens Canis alba
rubra
Echinops.
ritro
sphserocepbalus Epimedium.
alpinum
Eupatorium. cannabinum
maculatum
perfoliatum Euphorbia.
cyparissias
hyberna
amygdaloides Erigeron.
pbiladelphicum
alpinum
alpestre
serpentarium
glaucum Elymus.
europasus
arenarius Erinus.
alpinus Fumaria.
cava rubra
alba
lutea
nobilis
solida
cucullaria
formosa
speciosa Fritillaria.
imperials rubra
rubra pleno
flava
flava pleno
— • variegata
Crown upon Crown
coccinea major
maleagris
pyrenaica
persica Gentiana.
iutea
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
245
Gentiana. |
Galax. |
pneumonanthe |
cordifolia |
aurea |
Galium. |
cruciata |
saxatile |
purpurea Imperialis |
vernum boreale |
septemfida |
rubioides |
saponaria |
cruciatum |
dark |
Galega. |
gelida |
officinalis |
punctata |
orientalis |
asclepiadea |
Gnaphalium. |
verna |
margaritaceum |
acaulis |
plantagineum |
macrophylla |
sylvaticum |
adscendens |
dioicum |
Geranium. |
alpinum |
ibericum |
Gypsophila. |
lancastriense |
repens |
angulatum |
prostrata |
aconitifolium |
altissima |
macrorhizum |
arenaria |
sanguineum |
Glycine. |
sibiricum |
apios |
pleno |
Galeobdolon. |
fuscum |
luteum |
nodosum |
Galanthus. |
striatum |
nivalis |
argenteum |
f\^-~ > i |
• nore pi6no |
|
acaule |
Glycyrrhiza. |
reflexum |
echinata |
pratense |
glabra |
dichotomum |
Gladiolus. |
phaeum |
communis rubrus major |
VHP Pill at 11 TY1 |
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llldCU.IcilU.lll philadelphium |
|
collinum |
|
altaicum |
Gonolobus. |
Globularia. |
hirsutus |
vulgaris |
discolor |
nudicaulis |
Geum. |
urbanum |
246
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Geum. strictum pyrenaicum montanum americanum alpinum virginianum potentilloides Glaucium. luteum fulvum Glaux.
maritima Galardia. bicolor. Gratiola.
officinalis Genista.
agittalis Hepatica. Double red Single blue White Single red double blue emerocallis. Hfulva
pleno
i japonica graminea coerulea flava
pleno
Hedysarum. obscurum petraeum canadense alpinum coronarium Helianthus. diffusus decapetalus
Helianthus. atrorubeus altissimus multiflorus
strumosus
tuberosus
pubescens Heuchera.
americana
villosa Hieradum.
alpinum
villosum
speciosum
aurantiacum
aureum
pulmonarium
undulatum
collinum
spicatum
pictum Hibiscus.
palustris
alba
Hypericum.
perforatum
corymbosum
ascyron
quadrangulum
pyramidatum
dubium
hirsutum Helonias. bullata
asphodeloides Helleborus. niger viridis foetidus lividus
pleno
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
247
Hellcborus. |
Iris. |
hyemalis |
fulva |
Hyacinthus. |
variegata |
muscari |
spuria |
commosus |
prismatica |
non-scriptus |
flexuosa |
botroyoides |
rutbenica |
monstrosus |
cristata |
racemosus |
persica |
Helenium. |
graminea |
quadridentatum |
sambucina |
autumn ale |
Xipbium |
Hydrophyllum. canadense |
Xiphioides halopbylla |
virginicum |
orientalis |
Hesperis. |
tuberosa |
matronalis pleno alba |
tenuifolia |
TMTTTllTPPI |
Inula. |
glandulosa |
|
Herniaria. |
hirta |
hirsuta |
macropbylla |
glabra |
squarrosa |
Holcus. |
Helenium |
odoratus |
Iberis. |
Hydrocotyle. |
sempervirens |
vulgaris |
saxatilis |
Iris. |
Isoetes. |
nigrescens |
lacustris |
sibirica |
Kataibelia. |
alba |
vitifolia |
squalens |
Lilium. |
pallidum |
kamscbaticum |
lurida |
penduliflorum |
germanica |
.- scarlet |
florentina |
Martagon, purple |
pseudo acorus |
0*-i01*l£»f |
oCd |
|
rJoofirfT*rnm |
rJr\nr\la |
versicolor ochroleuca virginica |
|
. , a |
|
11 |
|
pumila |
canadensis |
alba |
candidum |
248
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Lilium.
candidum flore striatum
variegatum
orange
tigrinum
bulbiferum Liatris.
spicata
odoratissima
pumila
squarrosa
major
elegans
Lobelia Cardinalis. fulgida
siphilitica
Lysimachia.
ciliata
ephemerum
vulgaris
punctata
stricta
nummularia
bulbifera
thyrsiflora
nemorum Lychnis.
chalcedonica
• pleno
alba
fulgens
coronata
viscaria pleno
dioica pleno
flosculi pleno
quadridentata
alpina
flore alba
Linum.
pyrenaicum
perenne
flavum
Lychnis.
Alpinum Lithospermum.
p urpureo-cceruleum
orientale
officinale Lathyrus.
tuberosus
heterophyllus
grandiflorus
latifolius
palustris Lupinus.
Nootkatensis
perennis
arboreus, blue
yellow
Lyonia.
paniculata Leontice.
tbalictroides Lepidium.
latifolium
alpinum Leucojum.
vernum
sestivum
autumnale Ligusticum.
levisticum
scoticum Lythrum.
salicaria
virgatum
triflorum Lamium.
orvala
molle
rugosum
maculatum
garganicum
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
249
Leonurus.
cardiaca Leontodon.
lividus Lycopus.
virginicus Mimulus.
luteus
ringens Melissa.
grandiflora
Calamintha Marrubium.
candidissimum
vulgare. Meum.
athamanticum Monarda.
rugosa
didyraa
purpurea
fistulosa
punctata Marica.
striata
californica Mentha.
piperita
viridis
pulegium
canadensis Mitella.
diphylla
nuda Nepeta.
nuda
cataria
longiflora
incana Narcissus.
angustifolius
orientalis
Narcissus.
tubiflorus
calathinus
propinquus
tenuior
bicolor
White butter and eggs
Common daffodil
Yellow butter and eggs
recurvus
incomparabilis
poeticus
flore pleno
Pseudo-Narcissus
Tazetta
sulphureus
papyraceus
odorus
biflorus
triandrus
italicus
bulbocodium
minor Narthecum.
ossifragum CEnothera.
scrotina
glauca
fruticosa
splendens
Fraserii
pumila
caespitosa
macrocarpa
missouriensis Orobus.
angustifolius
sylvaticus
varius
vernus
luteus
niger
250
SELECTION OF PLANTS,
Orobus. |
Phlox. |
tuberosus |
setacea |
kthyroides |
Phyteuma. |
Osmunda. |
comosa |
dissecta |
spicata |
regalis |
orbicularis |
Ornithogalum. pyramidale |
campanuloides Scheuchzeri |
umbellatum |
^ulmonaria. |
luteum |
angustifolia |
pyrenaicum |
virginica |
nutans |
alba |
Ononis. |
paniculata |
antiquorum |
pink |
spinosa alba |
daharia |
rotundifolia |
officinalis |
Onosma. |
Prenanthes. |
echioides |
purpurea |
Phlox. |
alba |
suaveolens |
racemosa |
paniculata |
Polygonum. |
nlhn |
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undulata |
nisioriuin divaricatum |
carnea |
vivaparum |
variegata |
Phlomis. |
pyramidalis |
Samia |
ovata |
tuberosa |
Lystoma |
Papaver. |
divaricata |
nudicaule |
maculata |
orientale |
Carolina |
bracteatum |
nova |
cambricum |
decussata |
Pycnanthemum. |
suffruticosa |
virginicum. |
pilosa |
Pancratium. |
Americana nova |
maritimum |
capitata |
Illyricum |
glaberrima |
Potentilla. |
excelsa |
recta |
New Broad-leaved |
rupestris |
stolonifera |
clusiana |
subulata |
argentea |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
251
PvtentiLla. |
PcBonia. |
verna |
tenuifolia |
bifurea |
fragrans |
reptans |
daurica |
grandiflora |
corallina |
tridentata |
albiflora vestalis |
hirta |
* uniflora |
aurea |
rubescens |
supina |
sibirica |
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MM*%*lCrfl |
alba |
• chinensis pleno |
Pachysandra. |
tartarica |
procumbens |
fimbriata pleno |
Passiflora. |
simpliciflora |
maculata |
peregrina compacta |
herbacea |
byzantina |
Plantago. |
Grevillii |
rosea |
decora pallasii |
maxima |
elatior |
saxatilis |
officinalis blanda |
salsa |
• — rosea |
alpina |
humilis |
Pothos. |
arietina oxoniensis |
foetida |
andersonii |
Parthenium. |
officinalis sabinii |
integrifoliurn |
Humii |
Plumbago. |
Mollis |
europea |
arborea |
Podophyllum. |
papaveracea |
peltatum |
rosea |
Pentstemon. |
pubens |
laevigata |
anomala |
campanulata |
Double White |
d-irlr |
"171 1~ |
pubescens |
flnrlr T?rr? |
UdrK Jtcu |
|
Pyrethrum. |
Polemonium. |
pulveralentum |
mexicanum |
partbenium flore pleno |
cosruleum |
corymbosa |
album |
balsamita |
reptans |
ptarmicgefoliuni |
Pastinaca. |
opopanax |
252
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Parnama. |
Rubus. |
caroliniana |
arcticus |
palustris |
saxatilis |
Prunella. |
villosus |
vulgaris |
Rumex. |
hyssopifolia |
arifolius |
grandiflora |
cauadensis |
Rudbeckia. |
Spiraea. |
purpurea |
aruncus |
var. |
lobata |
speciosa |
filipendula |
digitata |
— pleno |
fulgida |
ulmaria pleno |
hirta |
trifoliata |
laciniata |
Symphytum. |
Ranunculus. |
rugosum |
Aconitifolius pleno |
carmosinum |
platanifolius |
mutabilis |
parnassifolius |
asperrimum |
gramineus |
tuberosum |
amplexicaulis |
orientale |
ficaria pleno |
officinale |
acris pleno abortivus |
Stachys. iberica |
lingua |
sylvatica |
cassubicus |
palustris |
Rhexia. |
lanata |
virginica |
Solidago. |
mariana |
aspera |
hirsuta |
stricta |
Rhodiola. |
alba |
rosea |
coesia |
Rheum. |
serotina |
compactum |
sempervirens |
tartaricum |
latifolia |
undulatum |
canadensis |
hybridum |
rugosa |
rhaponticum |
virgaurea |
palmatum |
altissima |
Ribes |
species |
Rubia. |
odora |
tinctorum |
lithospermifolia |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
253
Solidago.
lanceolata
cambrica Statice.
tartarica
oleafolia
latifolia
Limonium
cephalotes Sanguinaria ,
grandiflora
cana'densis Sisyrinchium.
anceps
striatum
bermudiana Scabiosa.
grandiflora
caucasea
atropurpurea
alpina
lutea
leucantha Silene.
pubescens
ornata
fabaria
tartarica
acaulis
maritima
molissima Salvia.
pratensis
grandiflora
virgata
patula
forskohlii
nemorosa Sanguisorba,
canadensis officinalis
Saponaria.
officinalis
flore pleno
Ocymoides Stipa.
pennata
juncea Senecio.
doria
saracenicus Sedum.
telephium
major
dasyphyllum
populifolium
anglicum
album
sexangulare
acre
rupestre
aureum
reflexum
anacampseros
virens
divaricatum
hybridum
aizoon Sida.
dioica
Napaea Saururus.
cernuus Scilla.
campanulata
alba
italica
amoena
bifolia
sibirica
verna
peruviana
alba
254
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
ScWa.
hyacinthoides Scutellaria.
lateriflora
altissima
galericulata
minor Saxifraga.
crassifolia
cordifolia
geum
granulata single
double
oppositifolia
pennsylvanica
punctata
cotyledon
hirta
petrsea
ajugifolia
caespitosa
rotundifolia
hybrida
umbrosa
ligulata
pedatifida
species
spatulata
laevis
hieracifolia
aizoon
hypnoides
viscosa
autumnalis
quinquidentata
densa
trifida
rosularis
hirsuta
serrata
asp era
sarmentosa
Saxifraga.
Hercules
cunefolia Streptopus.
lanuginosus Sempervivum.
arachnoideum
tectorum
globiferum
sediforme Stellaria.
holostea
graminea
scapigera Satyrium.
repens Salix.
herbacea Soldanella.
clusii
alpina Sanseviera.
sessiliflora Stevia.
purpurea Thalictrum.
speciosum
divaricatum
simplex
angustifolium
ambiguum
aquilegifolium
minus
lucidum
fcetidum
tuberosum Tradescantia.
subaspera
virginica
alba
,— rosea
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
255
Trollius.
europeus
americanus
asiaticus
intermedius li ybridu s Tussilago.
paradoxa
farfara variegata
alba
Petasites
alpina
fragrans Teucnum.
scorodonia
chamoedrys
lucidum
pyrenaicum
multiflorum
scoparium Tiarella.
cordifolia Trigonella.
ruthenica Tanacetum.
vulgare Trifolium.
rubens
repens
olympicum
polonicum Trichonema.
bulbocodium Trillium.
sessile
album
cernuum erectum grandiflorum Telephium. imperati
Thymus.
serpylium Tofieldia.
palustris Uvularia.
perfoliata
amplexifolia
lanceolata Urtica.
canadensis Unioia.
latifolia Veronica.
latifolia caucasica
persicifolia
incana
mcarnata
teucrium
com]
maritima mcarnata
ccerulea
alba
virginica
spicata alba
incisa
variegata
monstrosa
caucasica
taurica
corymbosa
nitida
argentea
sibirica
australis
longifolia
laciniata
officinalis
suffruticosa
gentianoides
Veratrum. nigrum
256
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Veratrum. |
Viola. |
giganteum viride album Verbascum. |
canadensis palmata pedata lutea |
ferrugineum phceniceum blattaria |
calcarata cucullata multiflora |
nigrum speciosum Thapsus Myconi Valeriana. |
cornuta Vinca. herbacea major minor |
pyrenaica dioica montana rubra Phu |
fol. argent. fol. aur. |
Verbena. |
|
Viola. |
officinalis |
pennsylvanica. debilis arenaria |
Vicia. sylvatica Yucca. |
Double purple New double white Double white Vilnr |
filamentosa 71/71* |
angustifolia gloriosa Zanthorhiza. appiifolia |
|
Neapolitan perpetual flowering Tricolor, 20 varieties |
purpurea
Most of these plants may be obtained at Messrs. Lee and Go's. Nursery, Hammersmith.
A LIST OF DAHLIAS,
At 2s. 6d. each.
Alba Virginalis Iphigenia Mountain of Snow
Blush White, French Grey,
Shaded, #c. Albina Ophelia Transcendant White
White, Striped, and Spotted
with Lilac and Purple. Alba purpurea Belladonna Enchantress (Wells's) Marchioness of Abercorn Pandora
Blush, Rose, and White, also
Lilac. Julia
Perfection (Wells's) Rosea Sulphurea Amanda Drusilla Daphne
Rose Coloured, of various
shades. Lady Grenville
Grey
Lasting Rose Miss Ramsden Rose Incomparable Queen of Roses
Rose, Crimson, Ruby, fyc. Fair Rosamond
Red.
Lord Melbourne Rufus
Scarlet. Aurora
Countess of Liverpool Duchess of Richmond
Crimson.
Bates's William the Fourth Beauty of Sussex Conquering Hero Foster's Incomparable Prince George of Cumber- land Timandra
Dark Purple, Maroon, Puce,
and Blood Red. Dawson's Victory Black Prince Hall's Mogul Lord Liverpool Memnon Royal Purple Susanna
Wilmot's Superb Zelinda
Emperor
Yellow.
258
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Yellow.
Golden Yellow Grand Sultan Midas Pavonia Superb Yellow Queen of Sheba
Yellow, Striped with Purple,
Red, 8sc. Alice Grey Antonia Captain Ross Picta formosissima, &c. Goldfinch
Orange.
Aurantia superba Prince of Orange
Striped, Mottled, Radiated ,
$c.
Commander in Chief Flora Macdonald Fairy Queen Incomparau1e Metropolitan Radiata
Seal's Invincible Globe Crimson Lilac
A List of the Last New Dahlias.
Ariel. 5s.
Augusta, 2s.
Alicia, 5s.
Aglaia, 7s. 6d.
Blanda Perfects, 2s. 6d.
Beauty of Sheffield, 5s.
Criterion, 5s.
CountessofChichester,2s.6d.
Donna Maria, edged, 2s. 6d.
Duke of Gordon, 7s. 6d.
Elphinstone's New painted
Lady, 3s. 6d. Elphinstone's Polyphemus,
7s. 6d.
Elphinstone's Commander, 3s. Enchantress, 2s. Excelsa, 2s. 6d. Fanny Kemble, 5s. Fair Helen, 2s. Golden Yellow, 2s. Globe Crimson, 2s. 6d.
Granta, 5s. Hermoine, 7s. 6d. Jaune Insurmountable, 2s. King of the Whites, 2s. 6d. of the Orange, 2s.
Livick's Incomparable, 2s. 6d. Commander in Chief,
2s. 6d. — Lord Milton, 2s. 6d.
Lady Fordwich, 5s.
Ripon, 7s. 6d.
Fitzharris, Is. 6d.
Lord Stanley, 2s.
Maid of St. Leonard's, 2s.
Metropolitan Blush, 5s.
Perfection, 5s.
Queen, 2s. 6d.
Calypso, 5s.
Melinda, 7s. 6d. Negro Boy, Is. 6d. Paper White, 2s.
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 259
Picta Formosissima, Is. 6d. Paronica, 2s. 6d. Queen Bess, Is. 6d.
of Whites, 2s. of Yellow, Is. 6d.
Queen of Dahlias, 5s. Rubra Compacta, 7s. 6d. Scale's Invincible, Is. 6d. Springfield's Rival, 3s. 6d. Widnall's Perfection, 2s.
DIRECTIONS FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF DAHLIAS.
A hotbed should be prepared about the 25th of March, and fine -sifted sandy soil should be spread over it to the depth of four inches, the roots put on, and the tubers covered with similar soil, being cautious to leave the crown of the root uncovered.
The plants should be secured from frost, and the shoots, being advanced in growth to about three inches in length, may be detached by means of a sharp knife, cutting through the shoot immediately under the joint, nearest the crown of the root. The shoots should be put into pots of sandy loam, plunged up to the rim, and covered with a glass, and shaded from the sun. Guard them from worms and insects by ashes or lime siftings, as they are great enemies to these plants. If a hotbed cannot be obtained, place the roots in a warm south aspect in May, and secure them by a hand-glass, guarding them from the mid-day sun.
If they are sufficiently rooted, they may be planted ou* the beginning of June.
The soil should be a good rich sandy loam.
The caterpillars and earwigs must be watched every day, as they are particularly fond of them.
260
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Take up the roots in November, of a dry day, but ex- pose them to the open air, protecting them from frosts of nights. When they are dry, and freed from the greater part of the mould, either tie each root in dry moss or straw, or cover them with dry sand or bran, placing them where they are to remain during the winter, perfectly secured from frosts and damps.
A CHOICE SELECTION OF PINKS.
PER PAIR.
Ainsworth's Omega, 2s. 6d. Aker's Lord Brougham,
Is. 6d.
Ambrose's Lord Hill, 2s. 6d. Ann's Earl of Uxbridge,
'2s. 6d.
Bampton's Radical, 2s. 6d. Barnard's Bexley Hero, 2s. Barlow's George the Fourth,
2s.
Barratt's Conqueror, 2s. 6d. Baston's Beauty of England,
3s. 6d.
Beauty of Walworth, 3s. 6d. Boulton's Chloe, 2s. 6d.
Fair Quaker, 2s,
Bray's Invincible, 2s. Buffler's Beauty, 3s. Bullock's Victorious, 2s. 6d. Cadman's Duke of Clarence,
2s. Carey's Hollyhock, 2s.
Carpenter's Duke of Welling- ton, 2s. Chancellor's bright lace, 2s. Collier's King, 2s. Clark's Mountain of Snow,
2s. 6d.
Adonis, 2s.
Matilda, 1 s. 6d.
Colston's Britannia, 2s. Cook's John O'Gaunt, 3s. 6d
Sophia, 3s. 6d.
Wm. the 4th, 3s. 6d.
Corbett's Prince Leopold,
2s. 6d. Curzon's King, 2s.
Somerset Hero, 2s.
David's Lord Howe, Is. 6d. Dakin's Sir Francis Burdett
Is. 6d.
Davies' Britannia, 2s. Davy's Lady Albemarle,
2s. 6d.
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
261
Davy's Bonura Magnum, 2s.
Incomparable, 2s.
Emperor, 2s.
King David, 2s
Uriah, 2s.
• Conqueror, 2s. 6d.
Venus, 2s. 6d
Juiiet, 3s.
Trafalgar, 3s.
Deacon's Elliot, 2s. Dermott's Blush, 2s. Dry's Earl of Uxbridge, 2s. Dunstan's Goliah, 1 s. 6d. East's Waterloo, Is. 6d. Faulkner's Duke of St. Al- bans, 2s.
Omnibus, Is. 6d,
Felton's Fame, 2s.
Fire King. 3s. 6d.
Ford's Wm. of Walworth,2s.
Formosa, Is. 6d.
Victoria, 2s.
Foster's King William, 2s.
Miss Foote, 1 s. 6d.
Foy's Superb, 2s. 6d. Fulbrook's Cornwallis, ls.6d.
Princess Royal, Is. 6d.
Green's Botley Hero, 2s. Greenwood's Beauty, 2s. Hansell's Herefordshire Hero,
2s.
Harlow's Favorite, 2s. Harris's Charlotte, Is. 6d. Hillard's Midshipman, 2s. Mine's Lord Collingwood, 2s. Hoar's Woodland Beauty, 2s. Hogg's Princess Victoria, 2s.
Fanny Kemble, Is. 6d.
Lady of the Lake, 2s.
Black-eyed Susan, 5s.
Isabella, 2s.
Lady Flora Hastings, 2s.
Hogg's Proserpine, 2s. Hopkins's Scarecrow, 2s.
One of the Ring,
2s. 6d.
Comet, Is. 6d.
Ruby, 2s. 6d.
Venus, 2s. 6d.
Humber's Champion, 2s. Regulator, 2s.
Ibbits, No. 3., 3s. 6d. , No. 11,3s. 6d.
Jefferies' Punch, J s. 6d. Jelf's Mariane, 2s. Keene's Duke of Wellington, Is. 6d.
Hollyhock, 2s.
Kellner's Matchless, 2s. Knight's Lady Auckland, Is. 6cf.
Rainbow, Is.
Lady Craven, 2s.
Nonpareil, Is. 6d.
Le Petit Diable, 3s. 6d.
Leaver's Hero, 2s.
Letton's Royal Sovereign, 2s.
Lock's Glory of Newport, 2s.
Lovegrove's Duchess of Glou- cester, 2s.
Luker's Defiance's Master- piece, 3s.
Maffy's Royal Ann, 2s.
Golden Violet, 2s.
Fair Phillis, Is. (yd.
Maltby's Apollo, 2s.
Mann's Maid of Orleans, Is. 6d.
Invincible, Is. 6d.
Miss Ricketts, 2s.
Maid of Honour,
3s. 6d.
• William of Wickhara,
2s. 6d.
262
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Mann's Duchess of Bucking- ham, 85. 60?.
Grasshopper, 3s. 6d.
Mrs. Sumners, 2s.
Dr. Sumners, Is.
Marshall's Defiance, Is. 6d. Neal's Flora, 2s.
Nixon's Lord Churchill,
Is. 6d. Norman's Benjamin, Is.
Earl Grey, 2s.
Beauty, Is. 6d.
Conqueror, 2s.
Norris's Rainbow, Is. 6d. Page's Kintbury Hero, 2s. 6d.
Triumph, 2s.
Penny's Queen, 2s. Picton's Scarlet, 2s. Pitman's Rainbow, 2s.
- Magnificent, 2s.
Pope's Royal Purple, 2s. Read's Flora, 2s.
Ree's General Elliot, 2s. Rolfs Geo. IVth., Is. 6d. Rollinson's Seedling, 2s. Ruben's St. Louis, 3s. 6d. Russel's King, 2s. Sawyer's Champion, 2s.
Victory, 1 s. 6d.
Seal's Hon. Mrs. Col. Austin,
2s. 6d.
. Venus, 3s. 6d.
Smith's Empress of China, 2s.
Don Giovanni, 2s.
Enham Lass, 2s 6d.
Prince Leopold, 2s.
Lord Hill, 2s.
Milkmaid, 2s.
. Strawberry Lass,
Is. 6d.
Feversham Hero, 2s.
Maid of Kent, 2s.
Smith's Champion, 2s. 6d. — Superb Blush, 2s. 6rf.
Slaughter's Invincible, 2s. Stevens's Geo. Canning, 2s.
Waterloo, Is. 6d.
Sir Geo. Cook, 2s.6d.
Studwick's Blucher, 2s. Squibb 's Perfecta, 3s. 6d. Tagg's Duke of Wellington,
2s.
Tamerlane, £5. Tayler's Princess Victoria,
2s. 6d.
Seedling, 2s. 6d.
Nonpareil, Is.
Commodore, 2s.
Venus, 3s. 6d.
Trante's Emperor of Mo- rocco, 2s.
Terry's Earl Grey, 2s. The Woodstock Hero, 2s. Troup's Matchless, 2s.
Commander-in-Chief,
2s. 6d. Turner's Geo. IVth., Is.
Britannia, Is.
Wiltshire Hero, 2s,
Vandersbergh's Fancy, 3s. Standard, 2s.
— Harlequin, 2s.
Vulcan, 10s.
Wallace's Hero of Scotland,
2s.
Ward's Jubilee, 2s. Watts' Wm. Watts, 2s. Weedon's Matchless, Is. 6d. Wells' Miss Burton, 2s.
Royal Midshipman, 2s.
Westbry 's Miss Craven, 1 s.6d.
Major Craven, 2s.
Westlake's Heroine, Is 6d. _ Hero, 2s.
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
263
Westlake's Receiver General,
2s. West's Prince of Wales, 2s.
Chancellor Pitt, Is. 6d.
Conqueror, 2s.
Miss Grote, 2s
Wilmer's John Wilmer, 2s.
. Duke of Kent, Os .
Lady Hamilton, 2s.
Eclipse, 2s.
White's William the 4th. Is, Warden of Winches- ter, 3s. 6d.
Wigley's Beauty, 2i.
— Heroine, 2s.
— Isabella, 2s. Wilmot's Cleopatra, 2s. 6d. Wood's Hebe, 2s.
Queen of Roses, 2s. 6d.
Tippo Saib, 2s. 6d.
Wollard's Geo. the 4th, 2s. Wright's Lady Craven, 2s. Young's Marquis of Win- chester, 2s. Joe Miller, 2s.
The eight following Pinks are new this year, but the gardener of Mr. Kelson, Surgeon, Seven Oaks, Kent, in whose garden they were raised, has not fixed the prices, though he has given them names. They have been seen by a judge of their merits, and he considers them very ex- cellent flowers.
Kelson's Charlotte
Mrs. Geo. Kelson
• Lady Geo. Pratt
• Countess of Ply-
mouth
Kelson's Lady J. Colmsdale
Countess of A inherst
Countess of Stan- hope Kentish Yeoman.
A SELECTION OF BEST GERANIUMS;
Or more properly Pelargoniums.
Recurvifolium, 10s. 6d. Dependens, 5s. Flexuosam, from 5s. to 7s. 6d. Palkii, 5s. Calysiania, 3s. 6d.
Purpurea flora bunda, 5s. Spectabile Maculata Grandi-
flora, 5s. Gowerii, 1 Os. 6d. Superb, 15s.
264
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Ramigerum, or Paul Pry, from 2Z. 2s. to 51 5s.
Lady Ravensworth, 3s. 6d.
Candidum, Is. 6d.
General Bolivar, 3s. 6d.
Concineum, 2s. 6d.
Nell Gwynn, 7s. 6d.
Evelina, 3s. 6d.
Ignesium Resplendens, 10s. 6d.
Quadriflorum, 7s. 6d to 10s. 6d.
Variifolium, 7s. 6d. to 10s. 6d.
Spectabile Elegans, 5s. to 10s. 6d.
Regulus, 1 Os. 6d,
Latifolium, Emperor Nicho- las, 15s. to I/. Is.
Ignescens Speciosa, 2/. 2s.
Anna Bollen, 11. Is.
Radiam, Jos.
Amy Robsart, 5s. Transcendens, 5s. to 10s. 6d. Pattern Superb, 2s. 6d. Queenia, 3s. 6d. General Riego, 5s. Victory, 55. Farronia, 3s. 6d. Translucerne, 5s. to 15s. Latilobum, Wm. the Con- queror, 3s. 6d. to 5s. Purum, or Matilda, 5s. to 10s. Sanguineum, 5s. Regulus, 12s. 6d. Pizarro, 11. Is. Black-eyed Susan, 2s. 6d Elegans Minor, 10s. 6d. Hannibal, 7s.6d. Lord Byron, 5s. Ariadne, 3s. 6d. to 5s. Rhodolentun, 3s. 6d. Dilatum superbum, 10s. 6d.
A List of the Last New Geraniums.
Speculatum, Is. 6d. Beauty of Camberwell, 2s. 6d. Margoratum, Is. 6d. Admiral Napier, 5s. Amandus, 5s. Lord Beauclerk, 2s. Capitata, 2s. 6<f. Virginica, 2s. 6d. Miss Jane, Is. 6d. Youngii, 2s. Admiral Codrington, 2s. Hilleanum, Is. 6d. Angustissimum Carolinum,
15s.
Angelina, 15s. Adamsonia, 15s.
Adelina, 15s. Anne of Cleves, 15s. Brightoniensis, 2s. 6d. Buonaparte, 11. Is. Beauty of England, 5s. Black Prince, 15s. Bouquet Parfait, 15s. Banquo, 11. 10s. Champion of Devon, Is. 10s. Concessum, 11. 10s. Celestia, 15s. Catesbianum, 15s. Davianum, Is. Diomede, 11. 10s. Don Quixote, 15s. Emily, 11. Is.
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
26,5
Elvira, 2 Z. 10*. Elegans, 1 Os. Fanny Kemble, 3s. Flora Mclver, I/. Is. Fulmanance, 5s. Florabunda purpurea, 10s. Foster!, 2s. 6d. Grandissima, 2s. 6d. Gainseanum, 3s. 6d. Glaciopes, 1 Z. Is. General Moore, 1 Z. 5s. Grevillia, 15s. Guy, Earl of Warwick, 15s. Habranthum, 3s. 6d. Hill's Hector, I/. Is. Henri Quatre, 1 5s. Helen Mar, 15s. Jack of Newbury, 3s. Julia, 2Z. 2s. Jessica, I/. 10s. Kermisianum, 15s. Lord Nelson, 3s. 6d. Lord Yarborough, 2s. Lord Ebrington, 7s. 6d. Lineata Sanguinea, II. Is. Lucifer, 2Z. 2s. Lautum, I/. Is. Lady Macbeth, II, Is. Lauretta, 15s.
Lady Broughton, 15s.
La Belle Laurie, 15s.
lady Denbigh, 1Z. Is.
Magniflorum, 2s. 6d.
Man of Ross, 2s.
Master Walter, 5s.
Macbeth, 1Z. Is.
Miss Annesley, 15s.
Mazeppa, 15s.
Maid of Athens, 1 5s.
Mary Queen of Scots, 2s. 6d.
Megalanthon. 2s.
Mercranthon, Is.
Ne Plus Ultra, 2s. 6d.
New Duchess of Gloucester,
2s. 6d.
Pavonium Maximum, 15s. Pulcherrimum, 15s. Quercifolium superbum, 2s. Red Rover, 2s. Regulator, 3s. 6d. Rosalind, \Qs.6d. Roxana, 10s. 6d. Rosinante, I/. 10s. Royal Scarlet, Is. 6d. Statira, 1Z. Is. SirWm. Wallace, 15s. Weltjieanum, 5s. Zohrab, 1Z. Is.
Note. — The Plants which are usually called Geraniums, appeal* to be improperly named, as they are chiefly hardy, and should be called Pelargoniums, whereas the Pelargoniums are tender, and should be kept in the greenhouse during the winter, and put out in the open air the latter end of May or the beginning of June, and placed where they can have plenty of air, and but little sun, as they thrive best in the shade ; care, however, should be taken that they are not placed under trees.
A SELECTION
HEARTSEASE, OR PANSIES,
NINE SHILLINGS A DOZEN.
Adelaide, (Brown's)
(Allen's)
— (Bunney's)
Albion
Achilles, (Allen's)
(Allnatt's)
Alexandrina Victoria
Ariel
Azurea rotunda
Ajax
Alexander
Aristarchus
Apollo
Augustus
Beaute supreme
Bicolor Major
Beauty, (Allnatt's)
Bright Crimson and Olive
Cupid, (Brown's)
(Read's)
Cynthia
Champion, (Dover's)
Cleopatra
Delia
Duchess of Richmond
Earl Grey
Empero
Emilius
Fairbairn's Invincible
Fair Flora
Formosa
Grand Purple Helen Heroine
Hopwood's No. 1. King David Lady Bath (Wheeler's) Lady Gambier Luna (Allnatt's) (Brown's)
Lydiard's Wm. the Fourth Lee's Adelaide Lady Grey
Essex
Lord Lyndhurst Maid of Athens Prince Maximilian Eugene
Arthur
De Conde
Princess of Sweden Pulcheria
Prince Albert Prince Orlee Queen of Bohemia
of Bavaria
H egulus Raphael, 5s. Romulus Saladin St. Dennis Zenobia
AN ALPHABETICAL LIST
OP AMERICAN SHRUBS, FOR PEAT SOIL.
^Esculus parviflora discolor |
Azalea fastigiata erecta |
Andromeda polifolia |
|
staminibus rubris |
|
— latifolia calyculata |
|
cumulata rubra odorata precedentia |
|
ventricosa |
|
•-•• iiiariana |
coccinea — major |
pulverulent^ |
. cuprina flammea bicolor |
paniculftta |
|
speriosa |
|
__ serratifoli3 |
|
- arborea |
|
formosa versicolor variabilis |
|
- frond osa |
|
, racemosa, |
|
catesbpp^ |
|
axillaris cassinifolift |
|
— globosa pallida odorata |
|
__ — dealbata |
|
— Haiioa |
|
elegans splendens grandiflora |
|
D coriaopH |
|
actnminata |
|
^ tomentosa |
|
pulcherrima orange triumphans • chrysolectra aurifodina tomentosa |
|
Annona triloba Aralea spinosa hispida Arbutus uva ursi |
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SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Azalea calendulacea
• cobourgia
-- — corymbosa
violet-scented
poincianiflora
mirabilis rosea
tardiva incarnata
rubra pleno
double blush
carneola
fasciculata
pontica
— alba
pleno
tricolor
• viscosa
conferta
glauca
florabunda
tissa
pumila
flore pleno alba
autumnalis alba
rubra
vittata
spicata
• stylus rubrus
procumbens
Calycanthus florida
fertilis
• • laevigatus
incisus
florabunda
purpurescens
Ceanothus americanus Celastrus scandens Cephalanthus occidentalis Cistus mutabilis
new double yellow
double yellow
pink
orange bu ff
Cistus, Lady Gardener's double
lutea
rubra
lemon-coloured
coccmea
pale pink
alba
appenina alba
marifolius
rosea
orange buff
pink
Chionanthus virginicus
pubescens
Clethra alnifolia
paniculata
acuminata
pubescens
Comptonia asplenifolia Cornus florida Cytisus purpurea
Daphne alpina . altaica
cneorum
collina
pontica
gnidium
oleoides
variegata
tarton-raira
napolitana
Dirca palustris Diospyrus virginiana Empetrum nigrum scoticum
Erica australis
carnea ciliaris cinerea alba stricta
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
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Erica mediterranea
tetralix alba
vagans rubra
alba
minima
scoparia
daboecia
umbellata
vulgaris alba
pleno
Euouymus atropurpureus
sempervirens
angustifolius
Fothergilla alnifolia
glauca
Gualtheria procumbens Glycine frutescens Gordonia pubescens Halesia tetraptera
diptera
Genista germanica
sagittalis
Hydrangea ccerulea
glauca
quercifolia
Hypericum prolificum Ilex opaca
prinoides
Itea virginica Kalmia latifolia
angustifolia
. - pumila
. serotina
• glauca
.- nitida
variegata
Laurus sassafras
— benzoin
Ledum odoratum
palustre
latifolium
decumbens
Ledum buxifolium
Lonicera implexa
— grata
sempervirens
Magnolia glauca
grandiflora
lanceolata
oxoniensis
rotundifolia
ferruginea
angustifolia
macrophylla
acuminata
auriculata
tripetala
conspicua
obovata
tomentosa cordata
pyramid at a
Menispermum canadense Myrica gale cerifera
latifolia
— sempervirens
Menziesia globularis Nyssa biflora
denticulata
Ononis fruticosa Polygala chamoebuxus Prinos glaber
verticillata
lanceolata
ambiguus
Rhododendron ferrugineum
hirsutum
varie-
gatum
caucasicum cataubiense azaleoides pallid*
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SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Rhododendron dauricum |
Rubus arcticus Smilax tamnoides |
virens |
|
Spartium decumbens |
|
Spiraea Isevigata |
|
folium |
|
dum |
. , _,. ... *. - trilnViitn. |
Stuartia marilandica |
|
malacodendron Styrax lati folia |
|
Vaccinium myrtillus |
|
1 • sturcuni |
|
dum |
|
blueh |
lionstrinuin |
casioides PlCtUm |
|
Rhodora canadensis Robinia frutescens altagana |
|
• halodendron Ruscus hypophillum — — hypoglossum |
• viridis |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
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Vaccinium pendulinum
buxifolium
vitis Idaea
• rubra
maxima
macrocarpon variegatum
Vaccinium crassifolium
• nitidum
Viburnum carolinianum
cassinoides
Yucca filamentosa — gloriosa Zanthoriza apiifolia
A CHOICE LIST OF POLYANTHUSES.
Billington's Beauty of Iver,
2s. 6d.
Brown's King, 2s 6d. Buck's Marquis of Anglesea,
It. Cart wright's True Briton,
25. Qd. Collier's Princess Royal,
105. 6d.
Cox's Regent, 2s. 6d. Crownshaw's Invincible,
10s. 6d.
Fletcher's Defiance, 2s. 6d. Sir Andrew Knight,
2s. 6d.
Groom's Lord Dudley, 2s.6e?. Harley's Defiance, 2s. 6d. Hattersley's Invincible, 2s. 6d. Heap's Smiler, 2s. 6d. Hobson's Victorious, 2s. 6d. Irlam's Queen Ann, 2s. 6d. Lee's Sly Boy, 2s. Qd. Lumbard's Highlander, 7s. Mansley's General Mina,
25. 6rf.
Massey's Venus, 2s. 6d. Martin's Prince William,
2s. 6d.
Mason's Black Prince, 2s.6cf. Nicholson's Bang Europe, 1 /. Gold Lace, 2s. 6d.
Park's Lord Nelson, 2s. 6d. Pearson's Competitor, 7s. 6d.
Alexander, 7s. 6d.
Stead's Telegraph, 2s. 6d. Thomson's L9rd Nelson,
2s. 6d.
Thorp's Golden Ball, 2s. 6d. Timm's Emperor, 2s. 6d. Turner's Bonaparte, 2s. 6d. Princess of Wales,
2s. 6d. Washington's Black Boy,
2s. 6d. Waterhouse's Archbishop of
York, 2s. 6d. Willett's Beauty of Coventry,
5s.
Woolley's Ranger, 2s. 6d. Yorkshire Regent, 2s. 6d.
A LIST OF TENDER ANNUALS, To be sown on a Hotbed in February or March.
Amaranthus, Globe
Tricolor
• Bicolor
Balsams Cockscombs Convolvulus (scarlet)
Egg Plants Humble Plants Ice Plants Marvel of Peru Sensitive Plants Stramoniums
A LIST OF LESS TENDER ANNUALS,
To be sown on a moderate Hotbed in March or April.
African Marygolds Browallia (blue) Capsicums, 2 sorts Cape Marygolds Cassia (dwarf) China Asters (varieties) Cbinese, or Indian Pinks Chrysanthemums
Tricolor
Coltsfoot (scarlet) French Marygolds Gourds (varieties) Hollyhocks (Chinese) Marvel of Peru
Mignonette
Love Lies Bleeding
Love Apples
Nolana (training)
CEnothera (purple)
Palma Christi
Prickly Poppy
Princes Feather
Stocks, 10 weeks (varieties)
Sultan (yellow)
Pumpkins
Xeranthem urns
Zinnias
Note, — Those in the above list which are introduced in the list of Hardy Annuals may also be sown in the open borders in April.
A LIST OF HARDY ANNUALS,
To be sown in the open borders in February, March, or April.
Adonis (Flos)
Alkekengi
Allyson
Amethyst (blue)
Antirrhinums (varieties)
Balm (Moldavian)
Basil (sweet)
Belvidere
Bird's Foot (Trefoil)
Borage
Buckshorn
Campanula (annual)
Canary Grass
Candytufts (varieties
Catchfly (lobels;
pendulous
Morocco
Caterpillar (Trefoil) Centaury Clary (varieties) Convolvulus Cornbottle Crimson Trefoil Crosswort
Cucumber (spurting) Dead Nettle Fennel Flower Fenugreek Fumitory, Yellow Goosewort Hartwort
Heartsease (varieties) Hawkweed (yellow) Hedgehog (Trefoil) Heron's Bill
Hibiscus (bladder) Horned Poppy Honeywort Ironwort Kidney Vetch Ladies' -bedstraw — Finger
Lamb's-beard Larkspur (Rocket) dwarf)
Lavatera Liniara Love Apple Lupine, blue
yellow
white
Mallow
Mignonette
Milk Vetch
Moonwort, or Honesty
Nasturtiums
Nigella
Nolana (trailing)
(Enothera (long-leaved)
Old Man's Beard
Ox Eye
Palrna Christi
Pea, Sweet (various)
scarlet
Pearlwort Pepperwort Persecaria Poppy (tall)
Carnation
Dutch
N2
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SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Quaking Grass
Rest-harrow
Salt-wort
Scabious (Starry)
Scarlet Beans
Snail (Trefoil)
Snap-dragon, or Antirrhinum
Soapwort
Speedwell (Annual)
Spurge
Spurry
Strawberry Spinach
Stock (Virgin)
Succory
Note. — In order to have a succession of Flowers in bloom all the sum- mer, sow the seeds of these Hardy Annuals at three different times, namely, in September, in February, and in April.
Sultans
Sunflower
Thistles
Tickseed
Tobacco
Trefoil
Valerian
Venus Looking-glass
Navelwort
Vetch (joint podded)
Chickling
Viper Grass Xeranthemums
A SELECTION OF BIENNIALS,
Or Flowers which produce their bloom the Second Year ; to be sown in March or April.
Canterbury Bells
Colutea
French Honeysuckles
Gaura
Globe Thistle
Honesty
Mallow
Poppy (horned)
Scabious
Stocks, Bromptons
Queen
Sweet Williams Tree Primrose Wall Flowers
A SELECTION OF PERENNIAL-ROOTED FLOWERS,
To be sown in March or April, in beds of fine earth, afterwards transplanted in July, where they may remain for several years.
Alyssum
Bee Larkspur
Campanula
Carnations
Columbines
Daisies
Flax
Foxgloves
Hawkweeds
Heartsease
Hollyhocks Pea- everlasting Pinks Polyanthus Rockets Rhubarb Rose Campion Snap Dragons Valerians Greek
A SELECTION OF PERENNIALS,
Which are propagated by dividing the Roots in February, March, September, or October.
Adonis Flower |
Auricula |
Achillea |
Balm (variegated) |
Acorus |
Batchelor's Buttons |
Agrimony |
Bean Caper |
Alkekengi |
Bear's-breech |
Alyssum |
Bee Larkspur |
Anemone (Virginian) |
Betony |
Antirrhinums |
Borage |
Anthyllis, scarlet |
Bugle |
Apocynum |
Bugloss |
Arnica (Mountain) |
Bloodwort |
Arum |
Buckwheat |
Arundo |
Camomile, yellow |
Asphodel |
Sri |
Asters |
Campanula |
276
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Candytuft (Perennial)
Cardamine
Cardinal Flower
Carnations
Centaury
Chelone
China Nettle
Christmas Rose
Chrysanthemums
Cinquefoil
Collinsonia
Coltsfoot
Cloudberry
Columbines
Convolvulus
Coronilla
Coreopsis
Cortusa
Crane's Bill
Crosswort
Crowfoot
Cuckoo Flower
Cyclamen
Dahlia
Daisies
Dead Nettle
Dittany
Dog's-tooth Violet
Dragon's Head
Dropwort
Eastern Kale
Everlasting Flower
Fair Maid of France
Feather'd Columbine
Fenugreek, Russian
Feverfew
Figwort
Flax, Siberian
Flea-bane
Fraxinella
French Willow
Fritillary (varieties)
Fumitory
French Honeysuckle
Garlic
Gentian
Gentianella
Germander
Globe Flower
Thistle
Goat's Beard
rue
Golden locks rod
Greek Valerian
Hawkweed (perennial)
Hedge Mustard (double)
Hellebore
Hepatica
Horehound (Austrian)
Houseleek
Herb Bennet
Christopher
Houstonia (blue) Hydrangea (Garden) Ironwort Kingspear Knapweed Knotted Marjoram Ladie's Mantle
Slipper
Larkspur (great Flowering)
Siberian Bee
Laserwort Lavender Cotton Leadwort Leopard's bane Lily of the Valley Lion's Tail London Pride Lugwort, Virginian Loosestrife
Lungwort T P Lupine
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
277
Lychnis
Lychnidea
Madder
Mad wort
Marygold (March)
Masterwort
Meadow Saffron
Sweet (double)
- Rue
Milfoil (woolly) Milk Vetch
wort
Monarda Monkey Flower Moth Mullein M ouse Ear Money- wort Navelwort (Perennial) Napaea (Enothera (dwarf)
Shrubby
Onosma ,
Orchis
Orpine (evergreen)
Ormund royal
Ox Eye
Oxlip
Pea, Everlasting
Phlox
Pilewort
Pinks
Plantain
Polyanthus
Paeony
Poppy (oriental)
Potentilla
Primroses
Ragged Robbin
Ragwort
Rampion
Rhubarb
Rochet
Rose campion
Eludbechia
[lumex
Sage (Indian)
Saxifrage
Scabious
St. John's wort
Sculcap
Selfheal
Side-saddle Flower
Snap Dragons
Sneezewort
Soapwort
Solomon's Seal
Soldanella
Sophora, blue
Spider wort
Spiraea
Spurge
Stachys (scarlet)
Starwort
Star of Bethlehem
Sunflower
Swallow-wort
Stone crop t
Tansy
Thrift
Throat wort
Trefoil (Strawberry)
Trillium
Toad Flax
Valerian
Vetch (Milk)
Vernal Grass
Veronica
Vervain
Violets
Viper's Grass
Wake Robin
Willow Herb
French
Wolfsbane
Wormwood
Yarrow, Yellow
LIST OF BULBOUS AND TUBEROUS-ROOTED FLOWERS.
Aconites
Amaryllis
Anemones
Bulbocodiums
Cornflags
Crocuses
Crown Imperials
Cyclamens
Daffodils
Garlic
Hyacinths
Jonquils
Irises
Lilies
Martagons
Narcissus
Pancratiums
Polyanthus Narcissus
Ranunculuses
Sisyrinchiums
Snow drops
Star of Bethlehem
Tuberoses
Tulips
These Bulbs to be taken up in April, May, or June, as soon as their leaves are withered, and planted again in September or October, but their offsets in August.
The Ranunculuses and Anemones may be planted in February, though the Blooms will not be so good.
The seed to be sown in August in boxes of fine earth, very shallow.
BULBOUS-ROOTED FLOWERS,
Flowering in Autumn.
Amaryllis Colchicums Crocuses Cyclamens
Daffodil (Sea) Lily (Belladonna)
Guernsey
Saffron
A SELECTION OF DECIDUOUS FLOWERING SHRUBS AND ORNAMENTAL TREES,
To be planted either in February, March, or October.
Acacia (Rose) |
Germander |
Almond Tree |
Glycine |
Allspice |
Hawthorn (double) |
Althtea |
Hiccory |
Ash, Mountain |
Honeysuckles |
vV r^PvnTi rr |
Hypericums |
Annona |
Jassmine (White) |
Azalea |
- Yellow |
Barberry Tree |
Jesuit (bark) |
Beech (Copper) |
Indigo |
Bignonia |
Ironwood |
o Bladder Senna |
Judas Tree |
Bramble (Double) |
Kidney-bean Tree |
Buckthorn |
Larch Tree |
Candleberry Myrtle |
Laburnum |
Caragana |
Lac or Varnish tree |
Cassioberry |
Leather wood |
Catalpa |
Lilac, Purple |
Ceanothus |
Whitr |
Cephalanthus |
Persian |
Cherry (double) |
Mezereon |
Cinquefoil |
Myrtle (Candleberry) |
Clethra |
Olive Tree (wild) |
Cornel-tree |
Peach (double) |
Crab (Siberian) |
Pear (double) |
Cyticus |
Pomegranate |
Diervilla |
Privet |
Dogwood (American) Elder (variegated) |
Raspberry (flowering) Restharrow |
Fothergilla |
Rhodora |
Gale (sweet) |
Roses |
Guelder rose |
St. Peter's wort |
Glastonbury thorn |
Sassafras Tree |
280
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Service Tree Snow-drop Tree Southernwood Spindle-tree Spiraea Frutex Strawberry Tree Syringa Storax Tree Sumach
Sycamore (variegated) Tamarisk-Tree Tea Tree Traveller's Joy Trefoil, Shrubby Tupelo tree Viburnum Willow (Weeping)
A SELECTION OF EVERGREEN FLOWERING SHRUBS AND ORNAMENTAL TREES.
Alaternus |
Lavender |
Andromeda |
Cotton |
Arbor Vitse |
Laurel |
Arbutus |
Portugal |
Bay |
Laurustinus |
Bignonia |
Magnolia |
Box |
Oak (evergreen) |
Brooms |
P hilly re a |
Cassine |
Privet (evergreen) |
Cistus |
Purslane Tree |
Cedar of Lebanon |
Pyracantha |
i T^n |
PVil/^mio |
Crab (evergreen) |
Rhododendron |
Cork |
Rose (evergreen) |
Cypress |
Rosemary |
Cytisus |
Rue |
Groundsel Tree |
Savin |
Holly Hyssop (variegated) |
Spindle Tree (evergreen) Sweet Brier (evergreen) |
Honeysuckle (evergreen) |
Tea Tree |
Juniper |
Widow wail |
Ivy (Scotch and Irish) |
Yew |
Kahnia |
A SELECTION OF DECIDUOUS FOREST TREES,
To be planted in March or October.
Acacia |
Hickery-nut |
Alder |
Hornbeam |
Ash |
Larch |
Beech |
Lime |
Birch |
Magnolia |
Chesnut, Spanish |
Maple |
Crab |
Oak |
Elder |
Plane |
• - j |
Poplar Tulip |
Elm |
|
variegated |
Willow |
Firs |
A LIST OF HARDY CLIMBERS,
For Alcoves, Arbours, $c.
Ampelopsis Cordata
quinquefolia
Aristolochia Sipho
tomentosa
Atragene Alpina
Sibirica
Banksia Rose Bignonia radicans major Calycanthus prsecox Celastus Scandens Chinese Privet Clematis Cirrhosa
Caly cina
— Orientalis
Clematis Florida, single
viticella ccerulea
. rubra
pleno
flammula
Corchorus Japonica Double Bramble Greville's Rose Glycine Sinensis frutescens
Apios, perennial
Lonicera New Trumpet (or
Honeysuckle)
SELECTION Lonicera, Dutch early white — glauca — early red flava cream-coloured red Dutch • pubescens flexuosa Macartney's Rose |
OP PLANTS. Mesphilus pyracantha Multiflora Rosa Noisette Rose Passiflora coerulea |
— racemosa Periploca Grasca Pyrus Japonica Roman Rose Virginian Creeper Vitis odoratissima |
A GENERAL LIST OF SHRUBS,
For Common Soil.
Amorpha fruticosa Amygdalus pumila TVan.i |
Betula nana Broussonetia papyrifera foe- min a |
— IN ana |
|
. . iiiascu. Budlea globosa Bupleurum fruticosum Buxus arborescens • angustifolius foliis argenteis |
|
_ amara |
|
• commuius |
|
pcisica ilore pleno Atriplex halimus Arbutus unedo flore pleno • flore rubra • andrachne serratifolia |
|
- • • maiginatis balearica Cistus ladaniferus |
|
populifolius major minor incanus scabrosus |
|
1 crispa Astragalus tragacantha Baccharis halimifolia Berberis cretica canadensis vulgaris • sibirica • sinensis • ilicifolia |
|
monspliensis laxus |
|
italicus Colutea arborescens |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
283
Cistus cruenta
• pocochii
Coriaria myrtifolia Corn us alba
alter nifolia
circinata
fastigiata
florida
• • mascula
paniculata
sericea
stncta sibirica
- • sangunes Coronilla emerus Corylus rostrata
- avellana -- alba
- . barcelonica
- rubra
- glomerata
- colurna Cytisus purpureus
- sessilifolius
capitatus
• nigricans
wolgaricus
hirsutus
leucanthus
austriacus
argenteus
• — supinus
biflorus
elongatus
Daphne Mezereum, red
• white
laureola
. autumnale
Elaeagnus angustifolius
Ephedra distachia
Enonymus europaeus fructu albo latifolius
Enonymus verrucosus
atropurpureus
Genista triquetra
tinctoria
florida
germanica
Hamamelis virginica Hibiscus syriacus, purple
red
white
Painted
lady
— foliis va-
riegatis
Hippophae canadensis rhamnoides
• rubra pleno alba pleno
Jasminum fruticans
humile
officinale
Ilex aquifolium
striped Hollies, variety
latifolia
heterophylla
myrtifolia
recurva
fructa luteo
serratifolia
Juniperus communis thurifera
suecica
sabina
foliis variegatis
oxycedrus
repens
sibirica
tamariscifolia
phoenicea
lycia
daurica
Laurus nobilis Ligustrum vulgare
284
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
Ligustrum fructu alba |
Potentilla floribunda Phlomis fruticosa Prunus virginiana lusitanica |
Lonicera, early white |
|
Dutch • oak-leaved |
Mahaleb pumila |
trumpet |
• • nigra • pennsylvanica |
nigra |
|
xylosteum |
domestica flo. pleno cerasus flo. pleno |
Ptelia trifoliata Pyrus japonica flore alba Rhamnus alaternus |
|
grata implexa Lycium barbarum Mespilus pumila tomentosa cotoneaster . chamse-mesp'lus |
|
• aureus maculatus |
|
— — — montana |
frangula |
Phillyrea media |
|
• rosmarinifolia |
Rhus copallinum |
Philadelphus coronarius |
|
vernix Ribes alpinum cynosbati |
|
Potentilla fruticosa |
diacantha |
SELECTION OF PLANTS.
285
Ribes oclorata Robinia altagana |
Symphoria glomerata racemosa Syringa persica |
frutescens hispida • arborcci |
|
nlVn |
|
chiiieiisis Tamarix gallica germanica Taxus baccata |
|
pygmsea • inermis Rosmarinus officinalis |
|
Rubus fruticosus pleno |
Thuja occidentalis |
Vibirnum tinus |
|
Ruscus racemosus |
|
nudum |
|
Spartium junceum • flo plcno |
|
. scopariuiTi |
|
Spiraea salicifolia . salicifolia paniculata hypericifolia |
|
• - ^orbifolio |
|
• laevigata tomentosa Staphylea pinnata |
Vitex agnuscastus Ulex europaeus |
Z.intVimrvlnm Clava Vifrroiilia |
DIRECTIONS FOR THE MANAGEMENT
OF THE
FLOWER GARDEN, SHRUBBERY, AND GREENHOUSE,
FOR EVERY MONTH IN THE YEAU,
Chiefly the result of many years' experience.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
January.
Bulbs of every description, which were planted in the autumn, should be preserved from frosts, and especially snow; but curious Hyacinths and Tulips should be covered either with mats, straw, old tan, or coal ashes, if with tan or coal ashes, it should be removed as soon as the bulbs make their appearance ; but if with mats the beds should be hooped, and the mats thrown over, but be careful in open weather to give plenty of air.
Bulbs which have been put into glasses should be removed from the windows if the weather is severe, espe- cially at night, and they should never be set on the chimney- pieces until they are in flower, as the shade will draw them up weak, but let them have as much sun as you can, as that will materially nourish them and forward their growth, and before the water is changed, which should be once a week, let it stand two hours before you use it in a room where there is a fire, otherwise the roots will be chilled. Never use spring water to any plants if it can be avoided.
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 287
If any Bulbs are planted in pots or boxes, loosen the earth on the surface once a week, and shake a little fresh over, this will assist the roots greatly.
If not done in October finish planting any Bulbs you have left out, otherwise they will blow weak, but be sure to catch a dry and open day for it, always remembering to shake a little dry sand over the bulbs, before you cover them with the earth,
If Polyanthus and Auricula seeds were not sown in October they may be sown now, but guard against frosts, and especially snow, as this is a dangerous month ; on this account February would be preferable. These seeds must be sown very shallow, or they will never come up.
Any Perennials in pots should be now attended to, and there is no better way to preserve them from the frost than to plunge them up to the rim in a warm border, covering the earth around them with old tan or ashes.
If not done in the autumn, plant Flowering Shrubs, if the weather is open, such as Lilacs, Roses, Honey- suckles, $rc.
Forest Trees may still be planted, always taking care to throw in some good fresh earth on the roots, before you cover them with the same earth you took out, as this will be a means of preserving them. They should be secured from high winds by fastening them to a stake.
All suckers of Roses, or any hardy shrubs, may be taken off, but take care that no frost touches them, as they had much better remain till next month, rather than run the risk, if the weather appears likely to be severe.
Herbaceous plants may now be planted if the weather is open ; such as Campanulas, Rockets, Canterbury Bells, Lychnis, or any of the hardy kinds, mentioned
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under the head "Perennials"1 in this work ; but if the weather is inclined to he severe this work should be post- poned till next month, though the autumn is preferable as they usually blow stronger than when planted at this season.
Choice Carnations and Pinks ? in pots that are in frames, should have as much air as possible, so that the frosts do not injure them, otherwise they will be drawn up weak. They must not be watered very often, or they will be liable to rot.
If not done in autumn, plant Box for edgings and Thrift if required.
THE GREENHOUSE.
January.
Give air to the plants when the weather is dry and open. The plants should be kept warm by fires when the weather is severe, and especially when it thaws, or is foggy, as damps are frequently almost as injurious as the frosts.
Leaves that are decayed should be always removed, as they will infect others.
Succulent plants, such as Aloes, Ficoides, &c. should not be watered this month. Water should be given very sparingly to any plants this month, and by no means use spring water. It will be necessary that the water be in the house sometime before using, otherwise the plants will be chilled.
In frosty weather keep all close, as one frost let into the plants may be attended with considerable loss.
The windows of the greenhouse should not be opened before nine or ten in the morning, and all shut by four or earlier, if it be likely to freeze.
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Whenever the earth on the top of the pots appears hard or a green crust on them, always loosen the earth with a small fork.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
February.
At the beginning of this month prepare a hotbed to receive the tender Annuals, such as the Globe Amaran- thus, Balsams, &c. See the list under the head " Tender Annuals" in this work.
Still continue to secure the best Bulbs as directed last month.
If not done in August, sow Auricula and Polyanthus seeds in light earth, and place the pots or boxes where they can have the morning sun, but this work should not be deferred longer.
All hardy evergreen Shrubs may be planted this month if the weather is open, if not defer it till the beginning of next month.
Box and Thrift, for edgings, may still be planted. Turf may be laid the latter end of the month. Towards the end of the month turn out the choice Carnations and Pinks into the pots they are to blow in, placing them in a warm situation, properly sheltered from cold winds. They should never be put too near any fence, if so they are sure to draw up weak.
If not done last month, or in the autumn, plant all hardy Perennials which are increased by parting the roots, such as Rockets, Daisies, &c. but not Polyanthuses, as they should be divided in September, otherwise they will be checked in their blowing. See the list under the head " Perennials."
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The last week in this month if the weather is dry and open, sow the hardy Annuals, such as Larkspurs, Flos, Adonis, &c. See the list under the head " Hardy Annuals."
The beginning of the month plant the choice Ranun- culuses and Anemonies, if not planted in October.
If Hyacinths and Tulips have made their appearance, they should be covered with mats supported by hoops.
Sow some Mignonette in pots, and put them into the hotbed with the tender Annuals, to blow forward.
The latter of the month sow Ten-week Stocks in a warm border. If the weather is open, fill up vacancies in the Shrubbery, dig them over, and rake them for the season.
Any plants in pots, in the Garden, should have the earth removed about an inch deep, and supplied with fresh, this will greatly encourage their growth.
Give Carnations, Pinks, and Auriculas plenty of air in tine mild days.
Be particular in picking off all decayed leaves from the different plants, as they are sure to infect others.
Evergreen hedges where wanted may now be made, such as Holly, Yew, Laurel, Bay Privet, &c.
The latter end of the month will be a proper time to shift plants into larger pots, if required ; but it frequently happens that persons put their plants into too large pots, which often prevent their blowing.
When you make choice of your trees or shrubs, see that they are young and healthy, and never make choice of large plants, unless for any particular purpose, as the middling sized plants are much more likely to grow than the large ones.
This is the best season to sow Polyanthus and Auricula seed.
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THE GREENHOUSE.
February.
Give fresh earth to the plants, and pick off all the dead leaves.
When the weather will serve, make a point of letting iu fresh air to the plants, as it will help to keep them healthy ; but the windows should not be open after four o'clock. Be cautious not to let in frost or fog. Water must be given sparingly this month, and the chill taken off.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
March.
The beginning of this month make a moderate hotbed, to receive the seeds of the less tender Annuals, such as Africans, French Marygolds, &c. See the list, under the head " less tender Annuals.'1
Shelter choice flowers from frost, too much wet or cold winds, but especially snow, as that frequently rots the plants sooner than any thing.
Give a little fresh earth to herbaceous plants in pots. Sow a full crop of Hardy Annuals the beginning of this month, and also the seeds of Biennials, such as Sweet Williams, &c. See the lists under their proper heads.
If not done last month, plant all hardy Perennials, such as Rockets, &c. ; but let this work be done early in the month — if not, the blooms will be weak. Finish planting Box and Thrift for edgings. If the choice Carnations and Pinks were not potted last month, it ought not to be deferred longer. A good rich loam is the best for them.
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Finish planting all Flowering Shrubs the beginning of this month, and give each plant a watering, to settle the roots in the earth.
Now is a good time to clip the Box-edgings, and to turn and rake the gravel walks, as this will materially check the growth of weeds.
The cuttings and slips of hardy plants may now be planted.
Sow this month the seeds of Perennials. As soon as strong enough, prick them out in beds of good earth, to get strong enough to plant out for good in the autumn. See the list of " Perennial Rooted flowers" raised from seed.
Slip and plant offsets of Auriculas.
Sow Carnation and Pink seed this month.
Evergreens, such as Laurels, Laurestinus, &c. may now be planted ; but give them water when you first plant them, and occasionally afterwards, if the weather should prove dry.
Lay Roses, Laurels and Laurestinus this month.
Stake all tall standard trees, to secure them from the wind.
Sow seeds of Fir, Pine, Bay, Cypress, Arbutus, &c. Sow Sweet Briar seed, and Hawthorn for hedges.
Plant Climbers to run over fences or walls. See under the head of " Hardy Climbers.""
The Annuals sown last month in the hotbed should be pricked into another.
Auriculas should now be removed to the stand where they are to blow, and some flat oyster shells should be laid on the surface, to save too frequent waterings.
Attend now to the weeding of the borders, as the weeds will begin to shew themselves.
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Mignonette sown last month should be transplanted ; and if plunged into the hotbed, the plants would strike much sooner. Prick out Biennials and Perennials sown last month. If any Ranunculuses or Anemonies are planted now, they will blow in the middle of May, but much weaker than those planted in October ; but this mode keeps up a succession.
Watch the birds narrowly, as they will be very busy in eating the young shoots of Carnations, Pinks, &c. particu- larly the sparrows and chaffinches.
THE GREENHOUSE.
March.
Sow the seeds of Geranium, &c. and put them into the hotbed.
Now give the plants plenty of air, and frequent light waterings.
Fresh earth the pots, and shift your plants where neces- sary.
It will greatly refresh the plants to give them a sprink- ling with the rose on the pot.
Now is the time to head down Myrtles, &c.
Whenever you shift any plants, you should always put besides the oyster shell a little drift sand at the bottom of the pots.
Plant cuttings of Myrtles, Geraniums, &c. and put them into the hotbed.
Sow Orange and Lemon kernels, and put them into the hotbed.
The windows of the greenhouse should be shut for half an hour after the plants are watered. Ten or eleven o'clock is the best time to water them, and when the sun shines is preferable.
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You may now give succulent plants a little water, but very sparingly.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
April.
Care must now be taken of the tender Annuals, to get them strong by pricking them out into another hotbed, taking particular care not to let them be drawn up weak, by forcing them with too great a heat.
Shade seedling Auriculas and Polyanthuses in the middle of the day. This is a good time to take off the suckers of Auriculas ; but it must be done with care, otherwise you will injure the blooms.
If not done last month, sow Carnation and Pink seed.
If not done last month, sow the seeds of Biennials and Perennials. See the lists under their proper heads.
If any of the hardy Annuals have been omitted, let them be sown early in the month, otherwise you will have a difficulty to save seed for another year.
The less tender Annuals may still be sown, if not done last month ; many of them may now be sown on a warm border.
Any early flowering bulbs that are out of bloom and the leaves decayed may be taken up, and laid in a light earth for a week, and then another week in sand with the leaves out, for the bulbs to ripen ; and after they have laid there a fortnight, take them up and cut off the leaves ; when thoroughly dry, put them in bags, and hang them up in a dry place, previously separating the offsets from the roots.
Cuttings and suckers, if omitted last month, should be planted, and not delayed longer.
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Sow Brompton and Queen Stocks, for flowering next year.
Sow more Ten Week Stocks, in a pot or in the border.
Bloody Wall flowers, and such like, may be increased by cuttings.
Any Bulbs blown in glasses, if out of bloom, should be planted in the border with sand to strengthen them.
Plant Scarlet Beans, to run up any vacant walls.
Thin out Larkspurs, leaving them four or five inches apart, and if taken up carefully they would grow by trans- planting.
Sow Tobacco seed very thin in the border.
Look over the borders frequently, to prevent weeds from seeding.
Support all flowers which require it with sticks, according to the height.
Sow Sweet William seed to get strong by the autumn, to be planted out where they are to blow.
Auriculas will now be in bloom ; they must, therefore, be shaded and kept cool. Water them sparingly, but never touch the leaves, as the water would rot them.
Sow the seeds of Evergreens and other shrubs in a border of light earth. Give them occasional watering with the rose on. When the plants first come up, they should be shaded in the heat of the day. They must be watered with care, otherwise the surface will be so hardened that the plants will not thrive.
THE GREENHOUSE.
April.
Give plenty of air to the plants from 9 to 4. Keep the plants free from decayed leaves, and remove them, as
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well as any other litter, from the house. You may now water them more frequently ; and the succulent plants, such as Aloes, &c. may be occasionally watered, but sparingly.
Always shut the windows down for half an hour after watering.
Shift any plants which require it.
Head Myrtles or Geraniums, if they need it, as they will soon begin to shoot.
Sow Geraniums, Orange and Lemon seeds, Balm of Gilead, &c. and put them in the hotbed.
The rule this month is to open the windows an hour or two after sunrising, and shut them an hour before sunset.
The pots now should be fresh earthed ; this will strengthen the plants.
Clean the leaves of Orange Trees, Lemons, &c. with a wet sponge, and the other plants may be watered with the rose on to clean them ; but this work must be done in a dry fine day.
You may now plant cuttings of Geraniums, or any Greenhouse Plants, and put them into the greenhouse, or plunge the pots into tan, putting a hand-light over them, and they will soon strike, taking care to shade them from the mid- day sun.
Take off the suckers of any succulent plants, such as Aloes, &c. and plant them in small pots.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
May.
Tender Annuals should now be shifted into larger pots and frequently watered.
The Annuals sown in the borders should be thinned
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and weeded, and if the weather is dry they should be fre- quently watered, but this must be done lightly ; if a ridge was made round them to retain the water, they need not be watered so often.
Auriculas that are out of bloom should be taken off the stage, and put in the shade, but in an open aspect, and never under trees ; but those you wish to save seed from should be exposed to the morning sun to ripen the seed.
Take up Bulbs which have done blowing, if their leaves are withered, attending to the mode of management in the last month.
Sow more Mignonette, for a succession.
Sow hardy Annuals, to blow in the autumn.
Carnations and Pinks will want sticks placed to them, and stir up the earth frequently.
Evergreen Shrubs may now be laid.
Mow the Grass Walks early in the morning, as this work is done best when the dew is on.
Gravel Walks will want frequent rolling ; but always see that the weeds are first removed, otherwise the rolling will strengthen their growth.
Insects of various sorts, as earwigs, caterpillars, spiders, &c. should be destroyed.
Snails and Slugs should be sought for every morning and evening.
The best way to catch Snails is to place tiles in differ- ent parts of the garden, so that they can creep under, plac- ing a few leaves under each, to entice them, and make a point of looking for them every morning.
Rose Trees infected with grubs or green flies must be frequently looked over ; pinch with the finger and thumb
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those leaves which have grubs on them, and wash the trees with a decoction of tobacco and sulphur.
Seeds of any sort of flowers which are ripe should he gathered, arid put in a place to get dry ; afterwards they should be put into papers and marked, placing them in a dry situation till they are wanted.
Shrubberies should be frequently hoed and raked, to de- stroy the weeds.
Tulips, if out of bloom, should have their seed-vessels broken off (except those you wish to save) as they weaken the bulb.
Be cautious now that no weeds remain to shed their seeds.
Shade any bulbs that are in bloom from the full sun.
Annuals, or any other plants which begin to rise, should have sticks placed by them ; arid when you tie them, the best thing is strong worsted, as string is apt to cut the stems.
Plant slips of Bloody Wall, or any other plants which are increased by this method, making a point to plant them in the shade.
Brompton Stocks, Sweet Williams, and such like flowers, may still be sown to blow next year.
Assist the Pinks and Carnations with fresh earth, and pull off the pods from the sides, that the top ones may blow larger.
The latter end of the month the Annuals which have been raised on the moderate hotbed may now be planted in the borders, such as Africans, French Marygolds, &c. See the list, under the head '•' less tender Annuals."
Anemonies and Ranunculuses that have done blowing, and the leaves decayed., should be taken up, and the offsets separated ; lay the roots on a board, and cover them over with sand for a week ; then remove the sand, and, if they are
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thoroughly dry, put them in bags, and hang them up in a dry room.
Make it a rule to water all plants when they are first planted, as it settles the roots to the earth.
All Bulbs should be dried in the shade.
Carnations and Pinks in pots should have oyster-shells put over the surface to keep them cool, and to prevent the sun from having too much influence.
THE GREENHOUSE.
May.
If at the latter end of this month the nights are suffi- ciently warm, some of the hardier greenhouse plants may be exposed to the open air, such as Myrtles, and some of the hardier Geraniums. As the nights in this month are frequently cold, it would be more prudent to defer this business till next month ; but if the collection is small, so as to secure them of nights, it might do. At any rate, when first they are put out they should be placed in a warm situation for the first fortnight, and afterwards they may go where they are to remain through the summer.
When first they are put out, if the weather is dry, they should be sprinkled to wash the dust off, as well as to re- fresh them.
The plants that want shifting1 should now be attended to, previously cutting away the roots round the sides, as well as at the bottom of the plant. Always put an oyster -shell to cover the hole at the bottom of the pot, and then a little sand or gravel, before you put the mould in.
Plant cuttings of Myrtles, Geraniums, &c. and put a glass over them.
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Let the plants that are still in the house have plenty of air the whole of the day ; and before the more tender ones are taken out, the windows should be opened all night, to gradually prepare them for the open air.
The plants now will require frequent waterings.
Sow Orange and Lemon kernels, and put them into the hotbed, or under a hand-glass, the pots plunged in tan up to the rim.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
June.
Continue to take up Bulbs as their leaves wither, and put them in light earth, as directed in April.
Annuals in the borders should be often sprinkled, if the weather proves dry.
Biennials and Perennials prick out from the seed-bed, if not done last month.
Clip Box-edgings in moist weather.
Carnations and other flowers must be attended to, and stick those that need support.
Evergreens which require cutting to keep them within bounds, may now be cut.
Transplant more Mignonette from the seed-bed into small pots for a succession, plunge them into the tan-bed, and put a glass over them, shading them from the sun in the middle of the day for the first fortnight ; afterwards set the glass upon three bricks, and occasionally sprinkle them, and in another week the glass may be removed.
Carnations and Pinks may now be increased from pipings.
Sowmore Annuals for succession, to blow in the autumn
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Plant offsets of Bulbs, in drills about an inch deep.
Attend to all fresh planted Shrubs, as they will require watering if the weather is dry.
Increase from cuttings all Perennials, such as Sweet Williams, Scarlet Lychnis, &c. and put a hand-glass over them.
Begin to lay Carnations, Sweet Williams, &c.
Prick from the seed-bed Pinks, Carnations, &c. Plant them in a rich bed of mould, with a small mixture of sand, and frequently sprinkle them, if the weather should prove dry.
Those Perennials that have done blowing (except those for seed) should now be cut down, to strengthen the roots.
Attend to Flower Seeds as they ripen.
Increase the best Pinks from cuttings and pipings ; cover them with a hand-glass ; place them in the sun, but shade them, keeping them tolerably moist ; and when the sun is off, take the mat away, as they should be exposed to the light.
Seedlings that are weak should be shaded in the middle of the day, and frequently sprinkled; but if too much water is given them, it will rot them.
Be careful not to water them when the sun is on them.
Several of the tender Annuals may now be exposed to the open air, such as Balsams, &c.
The less tender Annuals, such as Africans, French Marygolds, &c. should now be put into the borders where they are to blow.
All hardy Annuals that are of the larger sort should be kept thin.
All offsets of Bulbs should remain in the ground two years after planting.
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Sow a little Ten Week Stock seed, to blow in the autumn.
Observe, in the work of Piping Pinks, not to make a hole to receive them, but let the piping find its way in without, consequently the earth must be finely sifted ; if a mixture of drift sand is employed, you will be more likely to succeed in striking them.
THE GREENHOUSE.
June.
Now bring out all the Greenhouse Plants, attending to the directions in last month.
Any plants that want shifting, now is the proper season to do it ; but the plants must be kept in the shade till they are settled in the fresh pot, though greenhouse plants in general always do best in a shady situation.
It is a good method to put oyster-shells, or short mow- ings of grass or moss, on the surface of the pots, to keep the plants cool and moist.
Continue to plant Cuttings of Myrtles, Geraniums, &c. Put a hand-glass over them, and shade them from the sun ; they will strike in six weeks. Then take the glass away, otherwise they will be drawn weak. If the cuttings are placed in a shady border, they will strike this month, though of course quicker under a glass.
You may now cut away any straggling shoots or branches from the Greenhouse plants that need it.
Plant the slips of the young shoots of Myrtles in a pot of rich earth, and cover them close with a hand-light ; it would encourage their striking, if the pot was plunged up to the rim in tan. They should be shaded from the mid- day sun.
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If no hand-light can be spared, the slips of Myrtle maybe put into a pot, and another pot over them ; they must then be placed where they can have the full sun, and in three weeks they will strike. As soon as they are well rooted, take the pot off and place them in the shade.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
July.
Auriculas and Polyanthuses sown in February will want transplanting from the seed-bed to a shady border.
Take up the remainder of the Bulbs, attending to the method of preserving them in the month of April. The offsets should be planted in drills, soon after they are taken off from the principal roots.
Finish piping and laying Carnations, Pinks, Double Sweet Williams, &c.
If a few of the hardy Annuals are sown this month, and the winter should prove mild, they will blow early in the spring, and be much finer than those sown in the spring ; but if the weather should be very severe, most of them will be killed.
Attend to the sticking of any flowers which want sup- port.
Gather seeds as they ripen, and keep them dry.
Be careful not to allow any weeds to drop their seed.
Let the Garden be frequently weeded.
Attend to the Gravel Walks, as the weeds will soon make their appearance.
In dry weather attend to the waterings, especially plants in pots ; but take the cool of the evening for this business, as nothing should be watered when the sun is on.
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To keep Carnations and Pinks in bloom, shade them with paper caps made for this purpose.
Double Scarlet Lychnis, and many other Perennials, may be propagated by cuttings.
Shift Auriculas and Polyanthuses in pots, if they need it.
Plant Colchicums and autumnal Crocuses ; they will flower in September and October.
Plant slips of the best Heartsease.
Seedling Bulbs should be taken up, and planted again about two inches asunder.
Brompton and Queen Stocks should now be planted where they are to remain.
Endeavour to catch a showery day to transplant seed- lings, or any other plants.
The tender Annuals, such as Cockscombs, Balsams, &c. should be exposed to the open air.
Any Carnation or Pink Pods that are likely to burst should be tied round with small bits of matting.
THE GREENHOUSE.
July.
Plant out seedling Geraniums, Balm of Gileads, or any other seedlings of this description ; let a bed be well pre- pared for them ; they may remain there till about the 20th of September, and then pot them, keeping them shaded for the first week.
You may still increase Geraniums, &c. from cuttings; plant them in the shade, and they will soon strike.
Many of the exotics which still remain in the house may now be brought out ; but the tender sorts should not remain
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above a month, as the evenings by that time will begin to be damp, though this much depends upon the season.
Frequently loosen the earth on the tops of any pots in the garden, and pick off the decayed leaves.
Take off suckers and offsets from Succulent Plants, such as Aloes, &c.
If the weather is dry, occasionally sprinkle your Green- house Plants when the sun is off.
Plant cuttings of Sedums, Ficoides, &c. but let the cuttings lay out to dry two or three days before planting, but not in the sun.
Water cuttings under glasses, but do not take the glasses off, as watering over the glass will be the most proper.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
August.
Take off Carnation Layers, if rooted, and plant out Pink pipings, if the plants are strong enough.
Mignonette sown last month may be put into small pots ; put a glass over them, and they will soon strike afresh, pro- vided they are shaded. These plants will blow all the winter, if they are kept rather warm.
If not sown in February, sow Auriculas and Polyan- thuses. They should be sown shallow, and pressed lightly with a board. Place them where they can have the morn- ing sun for a month, and afterwards remove them where they can enjoy the full sun. Frequently water them when the sun is off. These seeds may be sown in February, though it is always best to sow part of it now, as the suc- cess depends so much on the seasons.
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If any plants are left of Columbines, &c. plant them out where they are to remain.
Any Carnation layers that want taking off should be attended to, or any Pink pipings that were not strong enough before.
If not done before, plant all the offsets of bulbs.
The latter end of this month, if the nights appear likely to be frosty, water all plants in the morning, before the sun comes on them.
Cut down Perennials that have done blowing, and gather seeds as they ripen.
Plant a few Ten Weeks Stocks for succession.
The best Carnation layers should be put into small pots, two and three in each ; then place them in the shade till they have taken root afresh in the pots ; afterwards put them in a more open situation till the end of October ; then put them into the frames, and occasionally cover them, or plunge the pots into coal ashes or sand up to the rim, put- ting glasses over them occasionally. They must be guarded from snow and severe frosts through the winter.
The best sorts of Pinks must be served in the same way.
Plant cuttings of Laurel, and any other Evergreens that are raised by this method in a shady border.
Take up the different Lilies, if the leaves are decayed, and next month plant them again, previously taking off the offsets.
Turf may now be laid, if wanted.
Sow several sorts of the hardy Annuals ; if the winter is not too severe, they will blow strong in the spring.
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THE GREENHOUSE.
August.
Water plants now in the morning, if the weather is likely to be frosty.
Keep the cuttings of Myrtles, Geraniums, &c. rather moist.
Shift any plants which require it. Aloes, or any suc- culent plants which need it, may be shifted ; and if at the end of the month it should be very wet, they should be taken into the house.
All succulent plants love a light soil.
This is a good season to innoculate Orange Trees.
All plants in pots should occasionally have fresh earth, the mould taken away about an inch from the surface, pre- vious to putting in the fresh.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
September.
Now is a good time to fill up the Shrubbery, and to prepare the borders for the different sorts of Perennials, as they may all now be parted with safety, keeping them watered for the first week, and occasionally afterwards.
See that the Auriculas and Polyanthuses have the morning sun.
Box-edgings may now be planted, but they must be occasionally watered.
Most sorts of Evergreens may now be planted, and any of the hardier shrubs, such as Honeysuckles, Roses, Lilacs, &c. though the beginning of next month is preferable.
You may still plant Laurel cuttings, &c. in the shade.
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Lay Laurustinus, &c. the latter end of this month.
Protect Auriculas from too much rain, and especially snow, as that is particularly injurious to them. This is a good time to divide the roots of Polyanthuses, as defer- ring it to the spring, you spoil the bloom.
Dig and clean the Beds, to get them ready to receive the different Bulbs next month.
Plant now all the different Lilies that are out of ground .
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You may begin planting the Aconite, Crocuses, and Snowdrops, though next month is the proper season for general planting ; but by planting and sowing at different seasons the gardens continue more showy, from the succes- sions.
Plant the cuttings of the different double Chrysanthe- mums in pots, that they may be sheltered in the winter.
Any Carnation layers or Pink pipings that are not transplanted should now be done.
THE GREENHOUSE.
September.
By the end of this month all the tender plants should be housed, taking care to do it in a dry day.
Get all the cuttings and seedlings into pots that are in the borders, so that they may remain out for a week or two before they are taken in for the winter.
Make a point of watering in the mornings.
All succulent plants should now have but little water.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
October. Part and plant all kinds of Perennials the beginning of
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this month, so that they may be well rooted before the frosts set in.
Now is the best time to plant all kinds of Bulbs, except the best Ranunculuses and Anemonies, which may be planted in February, though this month is preferable.
Plant all kinds of shrubs the latter end of the month, and take care to water them as soon as planted.
Mignonette in pots should now be housed.
Plant cuttings of Honeysuckle, and many others of the same kind of shrub.
Bulbous Roots for forcing, either in pots or glasses, should now be attended to. See the mode of managing them in the month of January.
Hardy Evergreens may be now moved, such as Laurels, Laurustinus, &c.
Now is a good time to divide and plant Polyanthuses, and plant seedlings where they are to blow.
If not done last month, plant Brompton and Queen Stocks where they are to remain.
The latter end of the month plant Forest Trees.
Whatever was omitted last month should be finished in this, as there ' are a very few plants or shrubs that ought to be planted after this month till the spring, except Forest Trees.
THE GREENHOUSE.
October.
Give plenty of air through the day. About the middle of this month take in all the hardier plants, give them fresh earth, and well clean them before you remove them, taking care to catch a dry day for this work.
Water succulent plants very sparingly.
310 DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH.
THE FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
November.
Cover all new planted shrubs with long dung round the surface to guard against frosts.
Turn up the gravel walks where they are not much used.
Shelter the beds of bulbs from frost, either with haum, coal-ashes, or mats hung on hoops. Bulbs that are in pots should be placed where they can have the sun, but guard them from frosts.
Secure Myrtles against walls, and other climbers which require it, by nailing mats against them.
Let the bulbs in pots and glasses have plenty of sun, and take care they are so placed that they may have plenty of light, for if they are kept in the shade they are sure to blow weak.
Composts wanted for flowers in the spring should no\r be collected, such as sand, willow-earth, rotten tan, cow and horse dung, &c. and frequently turn them over.
If not done last month, the shrubbery should be cleaned and dug, to be neat through the winter.
Though it is frequently the custom to plant hardy peren- nials and shrubs this month, it certainly is running a great risk, for if the weather happens to be severe, and the frost gets to the roots, you are in danger of losing them.
THE GREENHOUSE.
November.
Give plenty of air in mild dry days, but be sparing of water.
Guard against frosts.
If the plants are kept in a room, it is a good way to
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put a chafing dish of coal in the room at night, as a sub- stitute for flues, when the weather is severe. Be particular to take away all decayed leaves, as they tend to infect others. Often stir the earth on the surface, it assists the plants.
Give no air on raw foggy days, or very severe frosts.
FLOWER GARDEN AND SHRUBBERY.
December.
The water for bulbs in glasses should be soft, and often changed, but if the weather be severe it should have the chill taken off, or it will injure the bulbs.
If not done, let the pots in the garden, at least those that are the most likely to be injured, be plunged in a south border, up to the rim, and put either old tan or coal-ashes between them to preserve them from the frost.
Secure all forest trees by tieing them to stakes.
THE GREENHOUSE.
December.
It is now particularly necessary to guard against frosts, and the plants this month must have but little water, and that rather warm, but never water them when there is a severe frost.
Foggy weather is frequently as injurious to plants as frosts, it is therefore necessary to guard particularly against fogs, but whenever it is a clear, fine mild day, give air from ten or eleven o'clock till three or four.
A SELECTION OF SHRUBS AND FLOWERS
Which usually blow in each Month in the Year.
JANUARY.
Shrubs in Flower. Alaternus Cornelian Cherry Glastonbury Thorn Laurustinus Mezereon Phillyrea
Pyracantha in fruit St. Peter's- wort in fruit Spurge Laurel Strawberry tree
Flowers in Bloom. Aconite (yellow) Alyssum (yellow) Anemonies (single) Crocuses Cyclamens Heartsease
Hellebore
Navel wort (perennial)
Periwinkle
Polyanthuses
Primroses
Snowdrops (single)
Wallflowers
Forced Flowers.
Hyacinths
Jonquils
Lilacs
Lily of the Valley
Mignonette
Pinks
Polyanthus-Narcissus
Roses
Tulips >
Violets
FEBRUARY.
Shrubs in Flower.
Almonds Cherry (double) Cornelian Cherry Glastonbury Thorn Laurustinus Mezereons Phillyrea
Pyracantha in fruit St. Peter's- wort in fruit Spurge Laurel
Flowers in Bloom,
Aconites
Alyssum
Anemonies
Crocuses
Cyclamens
Daffodils
Daisies
Heartsease
Hellebore (black)
Hepaticas
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Irises (Persian)
Perennial Adonis
Periwinkles
Polyanthuses
Primroses
Snowdrops
Wallflowers
Forced Flowers. Hyacinths
Shrubs in Flower. Almonds Cornelian Cherry Larches Laurustinus Laurel Mezereons Portugal Laurel Scarlet Maple Sea Buckthorn Spurge Laurel Traveller's Joy
Flowers in Bloom.
Anemones (single)
Alyssums
Auriculas
Colchicums
Crocuses
Crown Imperials
Cyclamens
Daffodils
Daisies
Dog's Tooth Violet
Fritillaries
Heartsease
Hepaticas
Jonquils
Lilacs
Lily of the Valley
Mignonette
Pinks
Polyanthus - Narc iss us
Roses
Tulips
Violets
MARCH.
Hyacinths Lungwort Narcissus Persian Irises Periwinkles Pilewort Primroses Polyanthuses Star Flower Snowdrops Tulips (early) Turban Ranunculus Violets Wallflowers And several of last month.
Forced Flowers.
Carnations
Honeysuckles
Jonquils
Lilacs
Lily of the Valley
Pinks
Polyanthus-Narcissus
Roses
Tulips
Violets
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FLOWERS IN BLOOM
APRIL.
Shrubs in Flower.
Almonds Bay Trees Berberry Trees Bird Cherry Bladder Senna Cherry (double) Honeysuckles Hypericums Jessamine (yellow) Laburnums Laurustinus Lilacs
Peach (double) Pear (double) Persian Lilac Privet
Scorpion Senna Single Roses Service Trees Spiraea Frutex
Flowers in Bloom.
Alyssums
Anemonies
Auriculas
Columbines
Crown Imperials
Cyclamens
Daffodils .
Daisies
Dog's Tooth Violet
Fritillaries
Fumitory
Gentianellas
Hepaticas
Jonquils
Irises
Lily of the Valley
Lychnises
Moth-Mullein
Ornithogalums
Orchises
Paeonies
Periwinkles
Pilewort
Polyanthus
Persian Lily
Primroses
Pulsatillas
Ranunculuses
Saxifrage
Stocks
Starry Hyacinth
Snowdrops (double)
Spider Wort
Sweet Peas
Tulips
Violets
And several of last month.
MAY.
Shrubs in Floiver.
Almonds Azalea Bay Trees Berberry Trees Broom
Candleberry Myrtle
Cistus
Elder (variegated)
Hawthorns
Honeysuckles
Jessamines
IN EACH MONTH.
315
Judas Trees
Kalmia
Laburnums
Lilacs
Privets
Hoses
Syringas
Sweetbriars
Snowdrop Tree
Flowers in Bloom. Anemonies Asphodels Batchelor's Buttons Bird's Eye Candytuft Canterbury Bells Catchfly
Chrysanthemums Cistus Columbines Cowslip (American) Daisies Feverfew Foxgloves Fraxinella Gentianella Globe Flower Gentian Heartsease Honesty Hyacinths Jonquils Irises
Shrubs in Flower. Azalea Bay Tree Berberry Tree Bladder Senna
Ladies Mantle
Slipper
Lily of the Valley
Lilies
London Pride
Lychnis
Lychnidea
Monkshood
Mountain Ranunculus
Narcissus
Noli me tangere
Ornithogalums
Orobus
Orchises
Pseonies
Pinks
Poppies
Ranunculus
Ragged Robin
Rockets
Saxifrage
Scabious
Sea Pink
Solomon's Seal
Spotted Lungwort
Spider Wort
Spanish Figwort
Speedwell
Stocks
Sweet Peas
Tulips
Valerian (Greek)
With several others of last month.
JUNE.
Gelder Roses Honeysuckles Jessamines Kalmia Lavender Cotton
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FLOWERS IN BLOOM
Laburnums
Lilacs
Magnolias
Maple (Scarlet)
Mountain Ash
Pomegranate
Privet
Roses
Rose Acacia
Rosemary
Sage Tree
Snowdrop Tree
Spanish Broom
St. John's Wort
Sweetbriar
Syringa
Tulip Tree
Flowers in Bloom. Acanthus Amaranths Annual Stocks Apocynums Antirrhinums Africans Balsams
Batchelor's Buttons Bears-breech Campanulas Carnations Canada Golden rod Candytuft Capsicums Chinese Pinks Chrysanthemums Convolvulus Cornflower Cowslips Everlasting Pea Feverfew Flos Adonis Foxgloves
Fraxinella
French Honeysuckle
Fritillaries
Gentianella
Gladiolus
Globe Thistle
Hollyhocks
Honesty
Horned Poppies
Irises
Ladies Slipper
Larkspurs
Lily of the Valley
T M •
Lilies
Lupines
Lobels Catchfly
Lavatera
Lychnis
Lychnidea
Mallows
Martagons
Marygolds
Narcissus
Nasturtiums
Orchis
Oriental Ox-eye
Ornithogalum
Passion Flower
Pseonies
Periwinkles
Pinks
Poppies
Ranunculuses
Rose Campion
Rockets
Saxifrage
Scabious
Spider Wort "
St. Peter's Wort
Stocks
Sunflowers
Sweet Williams
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Sweet Sultan |
Venus navelwort |
• Peas Tree Primrose |
looking-glass Wallflowers |
Tulips |
Xeranthemums |
Valerian |
Many others of last month. |
JULY. |
|
Shrubs in Flower. |
Chinese Pinks |
Althaea frutex |
Chrysanthemums |
Azalea |
Cockscombs |
Bramble (double) |
Columbines |
Broom |
Convolvulus |
Candleberry Myrtle Cistuses |
Egg Plants Feverfew |
Climbers |
French Marygolds |
Honeysuckles |
Globe Flowers |
Jessamines |
Golden Rods |
Kalmia |
Heartsease |
Laburnum |
Hollyhocks |
Lucca Broom |
Honesty |
Magnolias |
Irises |
Musk Rose |
Larkspurs |
Portugal Laurel |
Lavatera |
Privet |
Lilies |
Rose Acacia |
London Pride |
Roses |
Love in a Mist |
Spiraea |
Love lies Bleeding |
Syringa |
Lupines |
Sweet Briar |
Lychnideas |
Trumpet Flower |
Mallows |
Tulips |
Marvel of Peru |
Flowers in Bloom, Africans |
Nasturtiums Ornithogalum Paeonies |
Amaranths |
Periwinkles |
Antirrhinums |
Pinks |
Balsams Batchelor's Buttons |
Poppies Princes Feather |
Campanulas |
Ranunculuses |
Candytufts |
Rockets |
Carnations Catchfly |
Saxifrage Scabious |
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FLOWERS IX BLOOM
Scarlet Beans |
Toad Flax |
Spider Wort |
Tricolors |
Stocks |
Trefoils |
Sunflowers |
Trilliums |
Sweet Peas |
Tuberoses |
Q .,1* ~ |
Veronicas |
ouitan |
|
Willinm |
Wallflowers |
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|
Swallow Wort |
Yarrow |
Tangier Peas |
Many others of last montl |
AUGUST. |
|
Shrubs in Flower. |
Carnations |
Althaeas |
Catchfly |
Bladder Senna |
China Asters |
Brooms |
Pinks |
Cistuses |
Chrysanthemums |
Climbers |
Cockscombs |
Honeysuckles Jessamines |
Columbines Convolvulus |
Passion Flowers |
Daisies |
Pomegranates Rose Acacia |
Dahlias Drop Wort |
Roses |
Feverfew |
Scorpion Senna Snowdrop Tree Spanish Broom |
French Marygolds Flos Adonis Golden rods |
Spiraeas |
Hawkweed |
Sumach |
Hollyhocks |
Syringas Tamarisk |
Larkspurs Lavateras |
Trumpet Flower Flowers in Bloom. |
London Pride Love Apples Lupines |
Africans |
Marvel of Peru |
Amaranths |
Mignonette |
Asters |
Nasturtiums |
Auriculas |
Nigella |
Balsams |
Pinks |
Campanulas Candytuft |
Poppies Scarlet Beans |
Capsicums |
Spider Worts |
Cardinal Flower |
Star Worts |
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Stocks Sunflowers Sweet Sultan
Peas
Williams
Tricolors
Tuberoses
Venus looking-glass
Veronicas
Vervain
Vipers Grass
Wallflowers
Willow (French)
Yarrow
Zinnias
Several of the last month.
SEPTEMBER.
Shrubs in Flower. Althaeas Arbutus Brambles Brooms Chaste Tree Climbers Honeysuckles Jessamines Passion Flowers Pomegranates Laurustinus Restharrow JRoses Spiraeas Tea Trees Traveller's Joy Tupelo Tree Willow Widow Wail Yew
Flowers in Bloom.
Africans Amaranths
Annual Stocks
Asters
Balsams
Campanulas
Capsicums
Catchfly
China Asters
Chrysanthemums
Colchicums
Cyclamens
French Marygolds
Guernsey Lily
Marvel of Peru
Mignonette
Scarlet Beans
Solanums
Tangier Peas
Tree Primrose
Tricolors
Tuberoses
Valerian
Veronica
Wallflowers
Zinnias
And several of last m onth
OCTOBER.
Shrubs in Flower.
Althaeas
Brooms
Climbers
Honeysuckles Jessamines Laurustinus Pyracantha in Fruit
320
FLOWERS IN BLOOM.
Spanish Broom
Spiraeas
Spindle Tree in Fruit
Trumpet Flower
Snowdrop Tree
Flowers in Bloom. Africans Asters
Autumnal Crocus Guernsey Lily Heartsease Michaelmas Daisies
Mignonette
Persecaria
Primroses
Polyanthuses
Scarlet Beans
Scabious
Star worts
Stocks
Sunflowers
Sweet Sultan
Tuberoses
Wallflowers
NOVEMBER.
Shrubs in Flower. Arbutus Honeysuckles Laurustinus Mazereons Passion Flower Pyracantha Roses, various Spirsea
Flowers in Bloom. Asters Daisies Colchicums China Asters
Crocuses (Saffron)
Cyclamens
Golden Rods
Heartsease
Lead Wort
Lilies
Polyanthuses
Primroses
Star-wort
Stocks
Sunflowers
Wallflowers
Several of last month, if the weather is open and mild.
DECEMBER.
Shrubs in Flower. Arbutus Brooms
Glastonbury Thorn Honeysuckles Laurustinus Mezereons Pyracantha in Fruit Roses, various
Flowers in Bloom. Aconites
Cyclamens
Daisies
Hellebore
Heartsease
Polyanthuses
Primroses
Stocks
Thrift
Wallflowers
Several of last month, if the weather is mild.
GENERAL OBSERVATIONS.
WHENEVER Roses or any other shrubs are infested with blights, take sulphur and tobacco dust in equal proportions, and strew it over the trees in the morning, when the dew is on ; and when the insects disappear then wash the tree with a decoction of Elder leaves.
Whenever you want to raise any plants from cuttings (except those that are perfectly hardy) let there be a mix- ture of drift sand in the mould, as this will assist their striking, always remembering that a hand-glass put over them will be more likely to ensure success. They should be shaded from the mid-day sun ; but the mat should be removed when the sun is off, as they should have plenty of light.
To draw off any imperfect spots in Pinks or Carnations, put a small glass on the flower-stick, which will remove them in a few days.
Before you plant Ranunculuses, the roots should be laid on a damp flannel to swell ; and shake over the bulbs a little dry sand, before they are covered with the mould.
If Greenhouse Plants are in a room, and the weather is very severe, set a pail of water near them at night, or burn- ing two or three rushlights will often preserve them from frost.
Double Colchicums and Crocuses should remain in the ground two years.
Old Pink roots best to save seed from.
To drive away ants, use sulphur steeped in water ; and
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if they or worms infest gravel walks, strew the walks over with salt, and then water them.
To destroy Snails.
Place tiles about the garden, in a hollow direction. They will get under them in the night, and in the morning you may destroy them.
Remove Rose Trees in February, to make them blow late ; or cut some of the buds off, which will answer the same purpose.
To preser e the choice Bulbs, cover them over, in severe weather, with old tan, or coal ashes.
When Flowers are withering in a flower-pot, plunge about one-third of the stems into boiling water, and by the time the water is cold they will revive ; then cut off the ends and put them into cold water with a little nitre, and they will keep fresh for several days.
Sow all Seeds shallow ; and if they are small, such as Poppies, Venus' looking-glass, &c. they should be sown very thin, or the plants will not thrive.
Hoe and sow in the dry, and plant in the wet ; this will generally ensure the crop, and what is planted out will be much more likely to grow.
Shrubs and Flowers should never be planted deep, as they will not thrive so well.
Never put Plants into too large pots, as they generally run to roots and stalks, but seldom blow well.
It is a good method to put oyster-shells round the plants in pots in the summer, as they will not require so much water, and will keep the surface cool.
No Plants (but especially tender ones) should be watere
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when the sun is upon them, as it often turns the leaves yellow, and injures the plants.
Water in the evening from the latter end of May to the latter end of August, and afterwards in the morning, as we often have frosts the beginning of September.
In the winter plunge pots up to the rim in tan or ashes to preserve the plants from the frosts.
Hardy Greenhouse Plants should be kept chiefly in the shade during the summer months, but never under the droppings of trees. Air is of consequence to all plants, so that they should be placed where they can have plenty of it, though not so exposed as to be injured by high winds.
If you wish for Roses at Christmas, select from your Rose Trees such buds as are just ready to blow ; tie a piece of thread round the stalk of each. You must take care not to touch the bud with your hand, or even the stalk any more than you can avoid. Cut it carefully from the tree, with the stalk two or three inches in length. Melt some sealing-wax, and quickly apply it to the end of the stalk. The wax should be only as warm as to be ductile. Form a piece of paper into a cone-like shape, wherein place the Rose ; screw it up carefully, so as to exclude the air from it; do so by each ; then put them all into a box, and the box into a drawer, all which is intended to keep them from the air. On Christmas day, or any other day in winter, take them out, cut off the end of the stalks, place them in a flower-pot with lukewarm water. In two or three hours they will blow as in the summer, retaining all their grateful fragrance.
Whenever you want to transplant any Flower Roots in the summer season, make it a rule to do it in the cool of
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the evening, and give them all a little water ; if this plan is not adopted, the sun will spoil them.
To destroy Earwigs, place the bowls of tobacco pipes on the tops of the flower-sticks, and you will find them in the morning in the bowl ; turn them into a bason of water, and put the bowls on the sticks again.
A Substitute for Bog Earth.
Take a quantity of earth from a common about a foot deep with the turf; mix this with rotten dung, part horse and part cow, with a portion of mould from a hollow tree, and a portion of drift sand ; let these materials be well mixed together, and lay fcr several months before it is used, turning it once a week or a fortnight.
The best soil for Carnations and Pinks is a large pro- portion of a good rich loam, mixed well with an old melon bed, a little cow dung, and a small portion of drift sand.
Soil proper for Pink Pipings. Take one barrowful of light rich mould ; add to it half
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of one of light loam, with half of one of drift sand. When you plant the Pipings, sprinkle some water over them, and in an hour afterwards put the hand-glass over them, which must remain on till they are struck, shading them from the mid-day sun. They must always be watered over the glass with the rose on, so that the water should go entirely round the glass.
When the sun is off take the mat away, as they should have plenty of light.
APPENDIX.
A SELECTION OF
CISTINEJE," OR ROCK ROSE.*
This plant belongs to the 13th Class, and the order " Polyandria Monogynia."
The " Helianthus,'* or the Sun Rose, introduced into this work, belongs to the 19th Class, and the order " Syngenesia Frustranea."
1 . HELIANTHEMUM ALPESTRE, Alpine Sun Rose.
AN elegant little species, well adapted for ornamenting rock work, or for growing at the front of the flower borders, where its lively blossoms, which continue in suc- cession for a considerable time, make a handsome ap- pearance.
It is a native of various parts of Europe, growing in rocky mountainous situations.
It succeeds well in small pots, planted in a mixture of light sandy loam and peat. Cuttings will strike root readily, if taken off the young wood as soon as properly ripened, and planted under a hand-glass, and may be also increased from seeds which sometimes ripen.
* We are indebted for this selection to Mr. Sweet's beautiful Work on this family, before alluded to.
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2. CISTUS HETEROPHVLLUS, Various-leaved Rock Rose-
This plant has a tree-like appearance, with short stiff branches, and although its leaves are so small the flowers are nearly as large as any of the genus, and are of a lively colour, they are produced from June to July.
It is a native of the uncultivated hills in Algiers, and therefore requires the protection of a frame or greenhouse in the winter ; or if planted against a south wall, and well covered with mats in severe frosts, it will succeed very well.
It affects a light rich soil, or a mixture of sandy loam and peat. It does not strike freely from cuttings, the shoots being so short and hard that good ones are with difficulty procured, those should be taken off before too ripe, and planted under a hand-glass. Seeds are some- times ripened, which is the best method of increasing it.
3. HELIANTHEMUM RHODANTHUM, Dark rose-coloured
Sun Rose.
This is a very handsome flowering plant, and one of the most ornamental of the species for adorning rock work. It is also quite hardy, nothing can make a more brilliant appearance than the various flowers of different colours, with which the plant is decked every day for about two months. It also makes a handsome appearance when grown in a pot, in which it will thrive well, or on a dry bank in the garden, as nothing is more injurious to this family of plants than too much moisture, especially in the winter, like most of this species.
The present plant grows freely in a mixture of sandy loam and peat, or any light sandy soil. Young cuttings
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root freely, if planted under a hand-glass in a shady situation, or in the sun with a mat thrown over the glass. It is a native of Spain.
4. CISTUS CORBARIENSIS, Mountain Rock Rose.
This plant is one of the hardiest species of the genus, thriving well in the common garden soil, where it is not too stiff and moist, continuing to bloom for about two months, and each day covered with a profusion of handsome white flowers. The rose-coloured buds are also very pretty before the flowers expand : they look ex- tremely well in pots when in bloom. A mixture of light loam and peat suits it well. Young cuttings planted under hand-glasses root without difficulty.
It is a native of mountains in the South of France and Spain.
5. CISTUS VAGINATUS, Oblong '-leaved Rock Rose.
This fine species is a native of Teneriffe, and is there- fore rather too tender to endure our severest winters in the open ground without protection, but it succeeds well in a common frame in frosty weather. If it is planted under a warm wall it should be covered with a mat, and a little dry litter about its roots.
It affects a light turfy sandy loam and peat. Young cuttings strike freely, taken off at a joint, and planted under hand-glasses in autumn. It also ripens plenty of seed, by which it is readily increased.
6. HELIANTHEMUM VENUSTUM, Charming Sun Rose.
This plant is quite hardy, and one of the most orna- mental of the genus, especially for adorning rock work. It
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continues to flower all the summer. It is generally culti- vated in pots of light sandy soil, and makes a splendid appearance, whilst it is in bloom.
It will succeed well on a dry bank, or in any common border in the flower garden, where it does not get much moisture. Young cuttings root freely under hand-glasses if planted in the autumn.
7. HELIANTHEMUM POLYGAL&FOLIUM, Milkwort-
leavcd Sun Rose.
This plant will require to be kept in a cool part of the greenhouse, or in a frame in frosty weather, though it will be well to try it in the open ground, putting a mat over it in winter.
It thrives well in a mixture of turfy loam, peat and sand. It may be increased by young shoots taken off at a joint, and planted under hand-glasses, or it may be in- creased from seeds.
It is a native of the Brazils.
8. CISTUS LAXUS, Broad-waved-leaved Rock Rose.
This plant is hardy, only requiring a slight protection in very severe weather, thriving well in common garden soil, so as it is not too wet. It may also be grown in pots, which can be more readily secured from frost, and may then be planted in the border in the spring. If in pots, the best soil is an equal mixture of light loam and peat.
Young shoots taken off at a joint, and planted under hand-glasses in autumn will strike root readily ; it may also be increased by layers or seeds.
Its native place is at present unknown.
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9. HELIANTHEMUM OCYMOIDES, Basil-like Sun Rose.
This plant requires the protection of a frame in winter, or to be planted against a south wall, and covered with a mat in severe weather ; but in mild weather the more it is exposed the better.
It succeeds well in a light sandy soil, or if grown in pots an equal mixture of sandy loam and peat. Cuttings taken off at a joint, of the young wood, and planted under a hand-glass, early in the autumn, will soon strike root, and will probably blow the following summer.
It is a native of the South of Europe.
10. CISTUS PARVIFLORUS, Small-flowered Rock Rose.
This plant must be treated as the last Helianthemum in all respects.
It is a native of Crete.
11. CISTUS PURPUREUS, Purple-flowered Rock Rose.
This must be treated in the same way, and requires the same soil.
It is a native of the Levant,
12. CISTUS HIRSUTUS, Hairy Rock Rose.
The present plant is hardier than some of the species, but requires a little protection in severe weather. It pro- duces a great profusion of flowers, which continues to ex- pand in succession for a long time. It requires the same management, and thrives in the same soil as the last.
It is a native of Spain.
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13. HELIANTHEMUM CANADENSE, Canada Sun Rose.
This very pretty herbaceous Perennial, succeeds best in peat soil, either to be planted in a bed amongst other American plants, or to form a patch by itself in a border of the flower garden, but planted in peat. Care must be taken that it is not killed in the drought during the sum- mer. Its handsome flowers are produced in abundance in July and August, after that time it continues to bloom and ripen seeds plentifully until October. It is sufficiently hardy to endure our winters in the open air without pro- tection ; but as it dies down to the ground in winter, many people might suppose it dead and throw it away, particu- larly when grown in pots, it should therefore have a label, with the name, to ensure preservation.
Seeds of it ripen plentifully, but they must be gathered as soon as ripe, as the capsule soon bursts, and the seeds are then lost. The seeds should be sown early in the spring in pots, and as soon as they are got into the third leaf they should be pricked out separately, or several in one pot, or they will be very liable to damp off, if kept too long in the seed pot.
It is a native of North America.
14. CISTUS CRISPUS, Curl-leaved Rock Rose.
This is a very pretty and distinct species, and is a native of the South of Europe.
If planted in a sheltered situation it will stand the seve- rity of the winter without protection. It makes a pretty bushy plant, and its flowers are produced in succession from June to August, and sometimes will produce seed.
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The soil the same as the rest of the genus. Cuttings will freely strike under a hand-glass, but they must be planted thin, or they will damp each other off.
Many of these plants may be had at Messrs. Lee & Co/s, Hammersmith ; or at Messrs. Whitley, Brames & Milne, at Fulham.
15. CISTUS POPULIFOLIUS, Poplar-leaned Rock Rose.
A strong robust species. A native of the South of Europe, and rather tender, as it will sometimes be injured in very severe winters, if not protected with a mat. It thrives well in common soil. If grown in pots, a mixture of light loamy soil and peat will be proper.
Its flowers are produced in May and June, and seeds are frequently produced, which may be sown and managed in the same manner as in No. 13. Cuttings of young shoots strike freely, under a hand-glass, in September or October, and when sufficiently rooted should be placed under a frame during the winter.
16. HELIANTHEMUM VERSICOLOR, Various- coloured
Sun Rose.
As the present plant is a native of the South of Europe, it cannot bear the severity of our sharpest winters without protection.
It affects a light sandy soil, with a mixture of peat and loam. Cuttings strike freely under a hand-glass, if planted in September or October.
1 7. CJSTUS MONSPELIENSIS, Montpelier Rock Rose. This plant is more scarce than many of the species, and
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is more tender. It is a very handsome growing plant, and produces an abundance of flowers in May and June.
It is managed and propagated as the rest of the species. When raised from cuttings, the glass should not be kept over them too long, when they are struck, as they are apt to get mouldy.
18. HELIANTHEMUM PULVERULEXTUM, Powdered
Sun Rose.
This plant is very hardy, and will grow freely in the open air, taking care not to plant it in too moist a situation.
It is propagated by cuttings, and managed the same as the rest of the species.
19. HELIANTHEMUM ERIOCAULON, Woolly -stalked
Sun Rose.
This plant is a native of Spain, and only requires to be sown in the open ground, like any other hardy Annual, where it will flower and ripen an abundance of seed.
Any person who wishes to preserve specimens of this plant should gather them in the morning, as soon as they open, for if left till the anthers burst, which they very soon do, the stigma immediately becomes fertilized, and the petals will not remain on.
20. CISTUS ALBIDUS, While-leaved Rock Rose.
This plant is one of the most desirable of its tribe, being quite hardy, and will thrive in almost any situation, where it is not too moist. Its flowers are large and abundant. It often attains the height of /5 or 6 feet, when grown in a sheltered situation.
It succeeds best in a light sandy soil. It is propagated
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by cuttings and seeds, and managed in all respects like the rest of the species.
21. CISTUS CLUSII, Clusiuss Rock Rose.
This plant forms a handsome compact bush, and is tolerably hardy, thriving best in a dry sandy soil, and propagated and managed the same as the rest of the tribe.
22. CISTUS PSILOSEPALUS, Smooth- sepaled Rock Rose.
This plant succeeds well in common garden soil in rather a dry situation, and would thrive well in rock work, or if grown in pots, in a mixture of sandy loam and peat, it would do well.
It is propagated by cuttings planted under a hand-glass in autumn, and protected in winter.
23. CISTUS VILLOSUS, Villous Rock Rose.
This plant forms a snug compact bush, and continues to produce its flowers in succession for a length of time. It will require protection during the severity of the winter, as most of this species do ; they should be preserved from too much moisture.
This handsome genus is generally managed and pro- pagated in the same way.
The South of Europe is its native place.
24. HELIANTHEMUM SULPHUREUM, Sulphur-coloured Sun Rose.
This pretty little plant is well adapted for the orna- menting rock work. It will stand our mildest winters well, but in very severe frosts it requires protection.
It will thrive well in pots in a light sandy soil, where it
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will produce an abundance of flowers. It is increased from cuttings, and managed the same as the rest of the species.
25. HELIANTHEMUM VARIEGATUM, Variegated-flowered Sun Rose.
This plant is quite hardy, and will continue in bloom if the weather is favourable from May to the end of October.
It is increased by cuttings, and managed the same as the rest of the species.
26. CISTUS CYPRIUS, Common Gum Cistus, or Rock Rose.
The present plant is one of the handsomest of the spe- cies. It is pretty, hardy, and thrives well in the open border, and produces plenty of seeds.
It is best to have some plants in pots, so that they may be protected in the winter , it may also be increased by layers or cuttings.
27. HELIANTHEMUM ALGARVENSE, Algarvian Sun Rose.
This being a native of the South of Europe, it will re- quire some protection in the winter, so that it will be well to plant some of them in pots, that they may be either put into a frame or the green-house.
It is managed and propagated the same as the rest of the species.
28. HELIANTHEMUM LEDIFOLIUM, Ledum-leaved
Sun Rose.
The present curious species is an annual plant, and is a native of England. The seeds should be sown in March,
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and they will begin blowing the end of May, and soon ripen their seeds in the open ground.
29. CISTUS OBTUSIFOLIUS, Blunt-leaved Cretan Rock Rose.
This plant requires a little shelter in severe frost ; some of them should be planted in pots, and turned out in the spring. It affects (as all this tribe does) a light sandy loam and peat.
It is propagated and managed the same as the others of the species.
It is a native of Crete.
30. CISTUS INCANUS, Hoary Rock Rose.
This handsome plant will endure our mildest winters in the open air, but it will require protection in severe frosty weather. It will be prudent to secure some plants in pots, so that they may be preserved in a frame or in a green-house, if the weather should be severe.
It is always necessary, with these plants, to guard against too much moisture, as they are liable to be in- jured by it.
It is propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species.
31. CISTUS CANESCENS, Narrow-leaved Hoary Rock Rose.
This handsome plant is a native of the South of Eu- rope. It is rather tender, and requires a covering in severe weather.
It is propagated and managed the same as others of the species.
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32. CISTUS PLATYSEPALUS, Broad-sepaled Rock Rose.
This is pretty plant, but requires some protection in severe weather.
It thrives best in a sandy loam with peat, and increased by seeds or cuttings.
It is a native of Crete.
33. HELIANTHEMUM LINEARE, Linear-leaved Sun Rose.
This pretty little shrub is well adapted for rock work, but it requires a little covering in the winter.
It is always safest to have a few plants in pots, so that they may be put into a frame or the green-house.
It is propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species, and is a native of the South of Europe.
34. HELIANTHEMUM PILOSUM, Hairy Sun Rose.
This plant is very pretty, and .well calculated to adorn rock work. It continues in flower nearly all the summer. It is tolerably hardy, but will require shelter in frosty weather.
The soil, and the mode of management, the same as others of the species.
35. HELIANTHEMUM FORMOSUM, Beautiful Sun Rose.
This plant is considered to be the largest flowering spe- cies of the genus, and makes a very handsome bushy shrub. It must be protected in severe weather. It pro- duces a great quantity of flowers in succession, but as their colours vary on different plants, the seeds should always be saved from those of the brightest colour.
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It is propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species.
36. HELIANTHEMUM CANESCENS, Canescent Sun Rose. This plant is well suited for ornamenting rock work, but
will require protection in severe weather.
It bears the darkest coloured flowers, if not the hand- somest of the genus.
It is propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species.
37. CISTUS LAURIFOLIUS, Laurel- leaved Rock Rose.
A hardy strong growing handsome shrub, which makes a fine appearance with its large green laurel-like leaves, and produces an abundance of flowers ; those even in the bud state, are very ornamental, having the appearance of rose-buds.
It thrives well in the common garden soil, and needs no protection, being quite hardy.
It produces an abundance of seeds, and may be in- creased from layers or young cuttings planted under a hand- glass in the autumn.
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38. HELIANTHEMUM CROCEUM, Saffron-coloured
Sun Rose.
This is a fine growing plant, suitable for rock work. It is hardy, except requiring a slight protection in very severe weather. It thrives best in the open ground, though it is safer to have a few plants in pots.
It is propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species.
It is a native of Barbary, and the South of Europe.
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39. CISTUS SALVIFOLIUS, Sage-leaved Rock Rose.
This plant is a native of several parts of Europe, and succeeds well in the open air in a sheltered situation, thriving well in common garden soil ; if grown in pots, a mixture of sandy loam and peat is the best.
It is propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species.
40. HELIANTHEMUM ROSEUM, Rose-coloured Sun Rose.
This plant is a native of the South of Europe, and re- quires a slight covering in severe frosty weather ; but will endure our mildest winters without any protection. It is a pretty plant, and will adorn rock work greatly, as it pro- duces an abundance of flowers nearly all the summer.
It is propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species.
41. HELIANTHEMUM PUNCTATUM, Spot-flowered Sun Rose.
This pretty little species is a native of France, a hardy annual, and only requires to be sown in the open border in April, and to be kept free from weeds.
It will continue to flower all the summer, and will ripen plenty of seeds.
42. CISTUS UNDULATUS, Wave-leaved Rock Rose.
This should be planted in a northern aspect in the gar- den, where it will stand the whole of the winter without the least protection ; whereas a southern aspect does not suit it, as they all died when planted there, or were so severely injured, they were not worth keeping.
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It is propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species.
It is a native of the Levant.
43. HELIANTHEMUM VULGARE, (3. MULTIPLEX, Common San Rose, two double varieties.
This is desirable for rock work, as it is quite hardy, or it may be grown in pots, where it will make a handsome appearance when covered with flowers, and may be turned out at any time without injury.
When it has done flowering, it may be increased from cuttings put under a hand-glass.
44. HELIANTHEMUM RUGOSUM, Rugged- leaved Sun Rose.
Place this plant in a southern aspect, and cover it with a mat in severe weather. It may be grown in pots, but it must have plenty of air when the weather is mild. It blows from June to August.
It is propagated and managed the same as the others.
It is a native of Portugal.
45. HELIANTHEMUM CUPREUM, Copper-coloured Sun Rose.
This is a pretty plant for adorning rock work, where it flowers the greatest part of the summer. It will thrive well in pots, in a mixture of light sandy loam and peat.
It will require a little protection in the winter. Cut- tings root freely with a hand-glass over them.
46. CISTUS OBLONGIFOLIUS, Oblong -leaved Rock Rose. This plant will form a strong handsome shrub, if
340 APPENDIX.
planted in the open border. It is quite hardy, and will want no protection in the winter.
It continues in flower the most part of the summer.
Cuttings strike very readily, if planted under a hand- glass, in August or September ; or it may be raised from seeds.
47. HELIANTHEMUM PROCUMBENS, Procumbent Sun Rose.
This makes a pretty plant for rock work. It requires covering in the winter.
It is propagated either from seeds or cuttings, planted under a hand-glass, in September.
It is a native of the South of France, and Italy.
48. HELIANTHEMUM GRANDIFLORUM, Large-flowered
Sun Rose.
This makes a pretty plant for rock work, or it may be grown in pots, and may be propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species.
It requires protection in severe weather.
It is a native of the Alps, and the Pyrenees.
49. CISTUS CUPANIANUS, Heart-leaved Rock Rose.
This plant at present is rather scarce, but nearly hardy, requiring protection only in severe weather. If planted in the open ground, the common soil will suit it.
It is propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species.
It is a native of Sicily.
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50. HELIANTHEMUM SALICIFOLIUM, Willow-leaved
Annual Sun JRose.
This little plant only requires to be sown in the open borders in March or April, and kept free from weeds.
The plant flowers abundantly, and ripens its seeds well.
It is a native of Spain, Italy, and other countries in the South of Europe.
51. HELIANTHEMUM HYSSOPIFOLIUM, /3. MULTIPLEX,
Double-flowered Hyssop-leaved Sun Rose.
This makes a pretty plant for the adorning rock work, producing its double flowers the greatest part of the sum- mer. It should be protected in the winter.
A collection of the different species and varieties of this handsome genus in pots, and placed together in a clump, make a splendid appearance when in flower.
It is propagated by cuttings, planted under a hand-glass in August, but the glass must be taken off when they are rooted, or they will be liable to damp ofE
52. HELIANTHEMUM BARBATUM, Bearded Sun Rose.
This plant succeeds well in the open air, without any protection, and is well worth cultivating.
These plants are generally very cheap, and worth the attention of the cultivator. They are propagated and managed the same as the rest of the species.
It is a native of the South of Europe.
53. HELIANTHEMUM PULCHELLUM, Neat Sun Rose. This is a very pretty plant when covered with its nume-
342 APPENDIX.
rous flowers. It requires protection in the winter, and is propagated and managed the same as the rest. It is a native of the South of Europe.
54. CISTUS ROTUNDIFOLIUS, Round-leaved Rock Rose.
This plant makes a snug dwarf bushy shrub, and flowers all the summer. It is nearly quite hardy.
It affects a light sandy loam, and is readily increased from cuttings, planted under a hand-glass in autumn, or by layers or from seeds.
55. HELIANTHEMUM ERIOSEPALON, Woolly -calyxed Sun Rose.
This plant is proper for rock work, or to grow in small pots. It will bear the severity of the winter ; continuing in bloom the most part of the summer.
It affects a light sandy soil, with a mixture of peat. It strikes readily from cuttings planted under a hand-glass.
5^. CISTUS ACUTIFOLIUS, Acute-leaved Rock Rose.
This is a free-growing but dwarf plant, quite hardy, and thrives well in a light sandy soil, continuing to flower suc- cessively nearly all the summer, and ripens its seeds well.
Young cuttings planted under hand-glasses, in the autumn, strike readily.*
* In the winter of 1826, a great many species of Cistus were tried in various situations in the open ground, and have been found to succeed best and suffer the least from frost in a border with a north- west aspect ; scarcely any of them were injured, though some of them vrere of the tender sort; they had not the least covering or protection. This may be accounted for by their being in ajraore dormant state, and the wood more hardened to withstand the frost, as those in a southern aspect, though partially covered, were injured much more, which can only be accounted for by their being more in a growing state.
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57. HELIANTHEMUM ROSEUM, /3. MULTIPLEX, Double- flowered rose-coloured Sun Rose.
This pretty double variety is well worth cultivating, and thrives well in rock work, of planted in the flower border.
It affects a light sandy soil, it will then grow strong, making a large bushy plant ; its flowers are then large. It is quite hardy, and continues in bloom nearly all the summer. It is propagated by cuttings, planted under a hand-glass.
58. CISTUS ASPERIFOLIUS, Rough-leaved Rock Rose.
This plant forms a handsome upright evergreen shrub, and is quite hardy, producing its flowers all the summer.
It affects a rich light soil, and young cuttings planted under hand-glasses, in August or September, strike root freely. It may also be raised from seeds.
59. HELIANTHEMUM ANDERSONI, Mr. Andersons Sun Rose.
This plant is very desirable for ornamenting rock work, as it continues in flower for a length of time, and is also a fast grower.
It succeeds well in small pots, planted in light sandy soil. Young cuttings planted under a hand-glass, in the autumn, strike readily.
60. CISTUS CYMOSUS, Cyme-flowered Rock Rose. The present plant is a native of the Levant. It is rather tender, and liable to be killed by the frost if not protected^ It affects a light sandy soil, and is safer
344 APPENDIX.
to grow it in pots, so that - it may be preserved through the winter. It is increased by cuttings planted under a hand-light, in September.
A little air must be given them occasionally, as too much moisture will cause them to damp off. As soon as they are properly rooted, they must be potted off, and placed in a close frame for a few days, till they have made fresh root, when they must be hardened by degrees.
61. HELIANTHEMUM DIVERSIFOLIUM, Different-leaved Sun Rose.
The present is a very handsome and showy plant, when covered with its brilliant flowers.
It is an excellent plant for rock work, or to be grown in pots, succeeding best in a light sandy soil, and is covered with bloom nearly all the summer. It is propagated by cuttings planted under hand-glasses in the autumn.
62. HELIANTHEMUM DIVERSIFOLIUM, /3. MULTIPLEX, Double-flowered different-leaved Sun Rose.
This is a handsome plant for decorating rock work, or to be grown in a small pot, and will continue to flower nearly all the summer, growing freely in light sandy soil. Young cuttings planted under hand-lights will strike freely.
Some of the plants should be preserved in a frame during the winter, as they will be injured by frost.
63. HELIANTHEMUM CAROLINIANUM, Carolina Sun Rose.
The present beautiful plant is a native of Carolina, and requires to be grown in peat soil. It should be preserved
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through the winter in a frame or in the greenhouse, or if will be liable to be killed in severe weather.
In winter it dies down to the root, and comes up again the following spring. This is the case with all the North American species, by which means they are frequently lost, as some cultivators, not being aware of it, suppose they are dead, and turn them out of the pots.
It is increased by cuttings planted under hand-glasses, which should be potted off thin as soon as they are rooted. It may also be increased by seed, which ripens in abundance.
64. UELIANTHEMUM MILLERI, Mr. Miller s Sun Rose.
This plant is very desirable for ornamenting rock wolk, its fiowers being so different in colours from most others, thriving well in a light sandy soil. It also makes a hand- some appearance in pots, in a mixture of sandy loam and peat, and will continue in bloom in succession all the summer.
It is quite hardy, though, if the weather is severe, the plants in pots may have a slight covering. It is propa- gated by cuttings planted under a hand-glass.
65. HELIANTHEMUM MUTABILE, (3. ROSEUM, Rose- coloured changeable Sun Rose.
The present species is a native of Spain, and will endure our winters in the open ground, except when very severe. It flourishes well on a dry bank, and produces its flowers all the summer. The flowers are variable in colour ; at first bright rose, then changing to a dull lilac or flesh colour,
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346 APPENDIX.
and at length becoming pale blush, which gives the plant a singular appearance.
If the weather should be very severe, it should have protection ; but it is always safest to have some plants of all this genus in pots, that they may l^e secured if neces- sary, and turn them out of the pots in the spring.
This species is propagated and managed the same as the rest.
THE BOTANICAL INDEX
TO THE SELECTION.
As the Plants are all Numbered, the Figures are the References to each.
Achillea Tomentosa Macrophylla Odorata |
1 304 131 305 294 306 574 633 72 463 209 14 389 27 314 315 390 391 316 208 627 628 655 77 317 318 67 70 6 69 319 167 182 260 392 393 452 5Q* |
Amygdalus communis , 447 Ana'gallis Monelli . 189 Anchusa, var. flo. purpureo 349 angustifolia . 320 Andromeda pulverulenta 246 Anemone Hepatica . 47 • virginiana . 328 AnigozantDos Manglesii 6tO Antliemis tinctoria . 394 Anthericum ramosum . 329 |
Aconitura orientale variegatum Actaea spicata Acacia pentadenia Abutilon pulchellum Adonis vernalis Adenotrichier amplexicaulis Agapanthus urn bell atus Agrostemma Flos Jovis |
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Antholyza jErhiopica . 82 |
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Aitonia Capensi's Ajuga Orientalis Althaea rosea Alchemilla alpina Aletris farinosa Allium roseum Moly |
Anthoxanthum odoratum 395 Anthyllis tetraphilla . 58 Webbiana . 636 Antirrhinum monspessulanum 330 |
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Alonsoa linearis . Alstroemeria flos martini saMlli |
rum . . .90 |
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tristc °96 |
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trinTix-lltim 1 9O |
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Alyssum olympicum saxitile |
Apocynum androsemifolium .352 Aquilegia canadensis . 432 Arctotis anthemoides . 247 Aralia racemosa . . 421 Argemone Mexicana . 262 Aristolocbia Sipho . 253 Arnica montana . . 336 Arum Italicum . . 337 Arbutus procera . . 606 Argemone grandiflora . 536 Artanema fimbriatum . 623 Asclepias venicillata . 338 Aspalatbus pedunculata 143 Asnlmdflns lutpus . .^4.0 |
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utriculatum |
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Amaryllis vittata ... . , . Jutca |
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undulata — atamasco Amethystea, coerulea Amygdalus var. flore pleno Amelanchier sanguinea . florida |
348
BOTAMCAL INDEX.
Aster cordifolius • mutabilis |
342 343 96 181 122 103 584 572 577 601 345 346 186 481 347 94 362 35 335 354 454 550 212 387 388 547 474 326 355 287 458 430 356 350 85 357 199 466 588 147 135 494 472 477 582 594 641 647 654 502 596 |
Calvcanthus Floridus Campanula pumila |
211 195 224 240 248 266 63 364 650 652 563 128 358 166 126 557 480 436 145 16 217 283 273 359 360 254 10 366 272 100 55-i 471 523 642 170 265 281 210 431 175 213 612 86 286 83 651 476 531 367 378 5*1 453 |
lividus alpinus acris concinnus amygdalinus |
Sibirica azurea grandiflora versicolor • persicifolia |
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— • — puuiceus, rur.demissus Astragalus alopecuroides |
divergens Camassia esculenta Cardamine tri folia Cassia marilandica Catananche ccerulea lutea Carton's Rhododendron Cassia australis Castillega eoccinea Celsia Urticaefolia Centaurea aurea ragusina glastifolia conifera ruthenica Stoebe |
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monspessulanus |
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Astrantia major Atrangene Alpina Azalea pontica mudiflora viscosa Betonica orientalis Berberis repens aquifolium Bignonia radicans sempervirens capreolata |
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Blackwellia padiflora Blitum virgatum . Borago orientalis Briza maxima Brodiae grandiflora Bunias orientalis Buphthalmum grandiflorum |
Cerinthe major Chelone glabra Chrysanthemum tricolor • coccineum Cheiranthus mutabilis Chelone nemorosa centranthifolia Chymocarpus pentaphyllis Cineraria cruenta — amelloides Janata sibirica Cistus formosus algarvensis |
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Cacalia eoccinea suaveolens Cactus Flagelliformis Calandrinia grandiflora speciosa Calceolaria Fothergilii |
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diffusa floribunda herbertiana crenatiflora rugosa sessilis purpurea, far. picta |
Clarkia elegans . . Clematis viticella integri folia flammula |
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Cleome speciosissima Clintonia elegans . Colchicum autumnale, flore pleno Colutea cruenta . . ColHnsia bicolor C'ollomia grandiflora |
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knypersliensis Calochortus venustus Calliprora lutea |
BOTANICAL INDEX.
349
Gollomia coccinea
lateritia
Convallaria niultiflora Convolvulus linearis
cueorum
Convolvulus althaeoides Coreopsis auriculata
verticillafa
Cornus Canademis Coronifla varia
• glauea
valentina
Cotoneaster frigida
microphylla, var,
Uva Ursi
Coreopsis aurea atkinsonia
Crotalaria triflora .
Crataegus heterophylla
Cucubalus tartaricus
Cyanella capensis
Cyclamen persicum • coum
Cynoglossum omplialodes
Cypripedium parviflorum calceolus
Cytisus capitatus
purpureus
multiflorus
Daboecia polyfolia, var. alba
Daphne Cneorum
hybrida
Collina
Dahlia Rosea
Delphinium elatum
grandiflorum
puniceum
Dcutzia scabra Diatiella Ccerulea Dianthus superbus
. libanotis
Dictamnus flore rubro Dillw ynia glycinifolia Digitalis lutea
ambigua
Diosma serratifolia . Diplopappus incanus Disandra prostrata . Dodecatheon media Dolichos lignosus Dorinicum plantagineura Draba aizoides
585 61 O |
Dracocephalum virginianum |
153 |
Oil/ 376 |
Ebenus eretica |
653 |
163 |
Elseagnus angustifolia |
446 |
130 |
Epacris nivalis |
576 |
106 |
Epilobium angustissimum . |
298 |
377 |
flore albo |
384 |
20 |
Erica albens |
118 |
30 |
ciliaris |
159 |
379 |
cerinthoides |
348 |
196 |
codonodes |
512 |
38 |
Eriophyllum caespitosum . |
450 |
529 |
Eryngium alpinum . |
60 |
Eupatorium purpureum |
385 |
|
461 |
•irnim tifum |
386 |
1 *-^,,^ |
54 |
|
495 |
Eutoca multiflora |
457 |
160 |
Ferraria pavonia . |
251 |
448 |
Francoa appendiculata |
600 |
380 |
Fritillaria imperialis |
396 |
89 |
Fuchsia bacillaris |
561 |
137 |
Fuchsia macrostema, var. |
|
111 |
globosa |
615 |
188 |
Fumaria solida |
310 |
40 |
. |
312 |
T & 429 |
Funkia lancifolia |
637 |
102 |
Fuschia coccinea |
55 |
112 |
Gaillardia aristata . |
460 |
464 |
Galardia picta |
662 |
640 |
Gardenia rothmannia |
223 |
370 |
Gardoquia hookeri . |
657 |
455 |
Garrya elliptica |
509 |
165 |
Gaura biennis |
2 |
383 |
Gautheria shallon |
548 |
279 |
Genista procumbens |
444 |
278 |
linifolia |
120 |
465 |
amxantica . |
661 |
229 |
4-*«iiii,x + *4o |
371 |
519 |
Gentiana acaulis |
280 |
200 |
_.__ _ |
91 T |
£\f\) 18 |
. cijiata |
^ 1 . 1 233 |
580 |
Geranium anemonefolium . |
52 |
381 |
V |
397 |
570 |
•palustrsc |
398 |
274 |
Geropogon glabrum |
158 |
289 |
Geum chilense, var. grandi- |
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129 |
florum . . |
486 |
510 |
Gillia capitata |
451 |
334 |
achillesefolia |
630 |
194 |
agregata . . * |
616 |
187 |
colonopifolia |
634 |
382 |
tricolor . . |
515 |
29 |
achillese folia |
506 |
350
BOTANICAL INDEX
Gladiolus viperatus . |
221 255 325 7.3 88 91 99 15;) 101 324 323 375 361 301 479 564 351 277 180 218 78 193 598 293 284 132 368 )285 113 ior 288 225 339 534 11 575 549 569 65 71 115 116 33 74 400 242 66 11? 119 44 3*4 185 226 |
Iris pursica . .108 |
tristis cardinalis |
susiana . .136 tuberosa . . 95 |
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Watsonius |
— Xiphium . .219 Xiphioides . . 220 Isopogon forraosus . . 544 Ixia conica . . 256 crocata . . 37 excisa . . 98 falcata . . 87 patens . . 92 tricolor . . 258 Kennedya monophilla . 484 Jatropba panduraefolia . 191 Kalmia angustifolia . 178 . hirsuta . . 75 latifolia 3° |
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recurvus Glycine coccinea rubicunda . Gnaphalium ericoides Goodenia laevigata Gorteria rigens Grevillea punicea Hakea linearis Hedysarium coronarium Helianthus multiflorus |
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Heliophila arabioides Heliotropium peruvianum . Helleborus niger odorus . livid us . Hemerocallis Fulva . |
glauca . . 227 Lablavia vulgaris . . 624 Lachenalia Tricolor . . 300 Lalage ornata . . 520 Lamium Orvala . . 31 Laserpitium aquilegifolium. 401 |
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Hermannia althaeifolia Hesperis matronalis albo plen( Hibiscus trionum — speciosus . Hieracium pilosella . . aureum . • montanum Hosachia bicolor Houstonia coerulea Hovea chorozemsefolia purpurea villosa Hyacinth us raceraosus comosus Hydrangia arborescens |
Lathyrus californicus , 441 |
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• - - articulatus "67 |
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Lavandula dentata . . 171 Leptosiphon androsaceus . 517 Lilium Philadelpliicum . 204 tenuifolium . . 639 catesbsei . .270 chalcedonicum . 133 tigrinuin . . 433 Limnanthes douglasii . 503 Linuru sibiricum, var. lewisii 449 • flavum 36^ |
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africanum . . 169 |
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Lithospermum rosmariuifo- lium . . 522 Loasa ambrosise folia . 500 Lobelia cardinalis . . 13 purpurea . . 482 bicolor . 1 97 coronopifolia . 235 Lonicera implexa . . 234 tartarica . . 252 Lophanthus anisatus . 541 Lophospermum erubescens. 498 rhodochiton 649 |
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Hypericum coris |
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a c*ncum |
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Hypoxis stellata Iberis Gibraltarica . Illicium floridanum |
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Indigo fera candicans Jpoemea coccinea Iris Chinensis florentina |
BOTANICAL INDEX.
351
Lothospermum orientale Lotus tetragonolobus hirsutus Lowe's purple Lobelia Lupinus arboreus |
202 80 141 555 230 125 590 438 443 468 578 516 473 496 608 614 587 9 269 302 56 241 275 59 104 327 268 491 402 513 127 176 271 282 291 257 353 290 504 183 76 48 295 192 648 299 597 602 625 646 663 629 |
Nycterinia lychnidea Nymphsea advena coerulea CEnothera longiflora fruticosa |
626 232 249 12 15 105 146 149 154 560 581 525 599 568 - 593 439 524 179 309 3 365 238 40 46 7 22 172 216 124 543 546 478 434 535 542 540 437 539 537 605 475 613 341 620 619 505 157 19 84 4 25 174 |
pcic ms |
rosea purpurea |
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— laxiflorus . . lepidus littoralis |
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anisoloba biennis, var. gran diflora decumbens — densiflora glauca |
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• — ornatus polyphyllus, var. albiflorus |
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Cruckshanksii |
folia mllidi |
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rivularis Lychnis alpina chalcedonica |
viminea Ononisnatrix fruticosa |
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Lysimachia bulbifera |
Origanum dictamnus Ornithogaluni luteum |
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rC~t'f 1' |
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Mahernia incisa pinnata Malva manritiana . . purpurata Marrubium peregrinum Maytenus chilensis Mesembryanthemum micans • viridifiorum |
Orobus vernus Oxalis versicolor Pelargonium ternatum reneforme |
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Pentstemon acuminatum . attenuatum deustum |
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pomeridianum Miraulus ringens glutinosus smithii Mirabilis longiflora . Monarda fistulosa didyma . • . Monsonia speciosa Morsea coerulea tricuspis, var. ocellata Narcissus odoius Nicotiana persica Nierembergia filicaulis |
pruinosum |
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scouleri speciosum — — statisifolius • venustum ovatus Peucedanum sibiricura Pericallis Tussilaginis Petromarula pennata Pernettia mucronata Phlorais leonurus Phlox ovata stolonifera subulata divaricata setacea . . |
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filicaulis Atkinsiana Nuttallia papaver |
352
BOTANICAL INDEX.
Phylica ericoides Phyteuma spicata Phytolacca octandria Phacelia tanacetifnlia Pimelia intermedia sylvestris . Plantago asiatica Plumbago rosea europaea Podolohium trilobatum Polemonium cceruleum Polygala bracteolata |
303 404 415 oil 554 591 79 308 405 483 406 144 372 407 399 408 297 409 497 559 592 565 442 403 168 307 41 236 5 411 435 532 601 121 244 344 412 23 205 322 470 562 445 467 26 45 50 321 644 156 237 207 |
Rcdodendron carapanulatum |
645 631 658 635 632 507 514 487 81 410 4f»3 499 621 553 109 566 573 363 36 489 551 469 24 413 21 139 148 414 17 43 184 264 201 243 68 142 206 558 333 416 607 579 114 64 501 39 292 140 259 485 |
ciosa macranthum |
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eximium |
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arboreum,rar. al- bum |
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Ribes sanguineum Robinia glutinosa . |
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Polygonum divaricatum virginianum Polymnia uvedalia Potentilla grandiflora recta arguta . laciniosa . |
Rosa roultiflora, var. platy- phylla . ruga indica, var. nivea Rose, Clare Rudbeckia purpurea Russel's Potentilla Salpiglossis atropurpurea Salvia indica aurea fulgens foliosa involucrata Sanguinaria canadensis Saponaria lutea • ocymoides Saxifraga sarmentosa |
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• viscosa Polygala oppositifolia, var. Major Pseonia flore pleno roseo Primula cortusoides acaulis |
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Protea cordifolia Prunella grandiflora |
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Prunus candicans |
rosularis |
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Psoralea macrostachya |
crassifolia |
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• corylifolia -. |
Scabiosa atro purpurea |
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Pulmonaria angustifolia virginica Punica nana Pyrus spectabilis angustifolia nivalis . |
Scilla Italica |
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amoena Scutellaria grandiflora • Alpina . Scorzonera rosea |
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— — spuria . . Ranunculus gramineus acris . . |
Schizanthus retusus . |
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Sedum populifolium |
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millefoliafus, var. grandiflorus Rhodora Canadensis Rhododendron ponticum •I d luricum . |
Selago ovata Sempervivum arachnoideum |
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Senecio elegans lilacinus |
BOTANICAL INDEX.
353
fcenecio tussilaginis Scrapias cordigera, var. lon- gipetala Sideritis scordioides Silene pendula saxatilis vespertina nocturna ehloraefolia Silphium laciniatum Sisyrinchium iridoides Solatium crispum etuberosum Soldanella alpina Solidago canadensis ' mexicana |
586 462 417 61 222 228 152 659 418 53 571 518 138 419 34 8 28 459 567 622 203 231 214 420 492 526 490 530 245 545 239 589 456 263 422 423 538 |
Trachymene coerulea Tradescantia virginica Trifoliura spadiceum |
527 57 49 177 424 155 134 508 311 110 609 440 425 488 313 603 617 611 161 261 427 4i6 638 643 533 151 173 164 250 583 556 618 93 97 |
Trigonella ruthenica Trillium erectum |
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Triteleia laxa Trollius asiaticus |
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Tropaeolum majus, var. atro- sanguineum Tulipa Ocalis soils, var. persica . . . Urtica nivea . Vaccinium ovatum Verbascum mvconi . Verbena multifida, var. contracta |
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Sophora tetraptera |
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Soulangia rubra Sollya heterophylla Sparmanoia africana Spartium monospermum Spiraea trifoliata |
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tryphylla . . Veronica decussata . , |
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arisefolia chamgedrifolia Sparaxis pendula Spermadictyon azureum Stachys coccinea |
Vicia polysperma Viola pedata, var. flabellata praemorsa Wachendorfia hirsuta Xeranthemum fulgidum |
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pubescens Statice latifolia Stenactis speciosa Tellina grandiflora Teucrium latifolium |
..Coamoi c . |
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Xerophyllum setifolium Young's (Mr.) Calceolaria Zappania nodiflora, var. rosea Zinnia elegans |
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Thalictrum alpinum Thermopsis fabecea |
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THE ENGLISH INDEX
TO THE SELECTION.
Abutilon (fragant) . 683 Acacia (Rose) . .410 |
Artanema (fringed -flowered) 623 Aspalathus (small-leaved). 143 Asphodel (yellow^) . 340 Aster ( Cape) . . 265 (almond-leaved); . 572 (showy) . ' . 577 (neat) . . .584 (dwarf blue) . . 601 Atragene (Alpine) . 94 Auricula (Siberian) . 168 Azalea (yellow) . . 362 ..... (scarlet) 35 |
(fern leaved) 571 |
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Adenotrichia (stem-clasping) 463 Adonis (Spring) . . 72 Agrimony ("purple) . 385 aromatic . 386 . — blue flowered . 54 Aitonia (Cape) . . 27 Aletris (mealy) . .391 Almond (double dwarf) . 393 (large fruited) . 447 Allspice (Carolina) . .211 Alonsoa (linear-leaved) . 627 Alstroemaria (spotted) . 77 |
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Avhiti'^v "=}<•> 5 |
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Bell Flower (spreading) . 652 |
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Betony (eastern) . 354- Berberry (creeping-rooted) 454 (holly-leaved) . 550 Bignonia (the cherere) . 547 Bilberry (ovate-leaved) . 488 Birthwort (broad -leaved) . 253 Blackwellia (bird-cherry flowered) . . 474 Bladder Senna . . 378 Bloodwort (Canadian) . 24 Borage of Constantinople . 355 Brodisea (large-flowered) . 458 Broom (flax-leaved) . 120 (white flowering) . 231 Bugle (eastern) . .314 Bugloss (purple) . . 349 narrow-leaved . 320 Cacalia, sweet scented (or Coltsfoot) . . 357 scarlet . . 85 Calandrinia (large-flowered) 466 /olinwv^ nRR |
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Alyssum (mountain) or Madwort . . 6 |
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yellow 318 |
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bladder podded 70 |
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Amaryllis (superb) . 69 wave flowered . 1 82 Amelanchier (red wooded) 452 (many-flowered) 595 Amethyst (blue)' . 392 Andromeda (oval-leaved) . 246 Anemone (Virginian) . 328 Anigozanthos ( Mr. Mangles) 660 Aniseed tree (red) . 117 (yellow) 119 |
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Antholiza (flag-leaved) . 82 scarlet flowered . 162 Apple (Chinese) . . 322 Apricot (purple fruited) . 532 Aralia (clustering-flowered) 421 Arbutus (strawberry tree) 606 Arctotis (chamomile-leaved) 247 Arnica (mountain) . 336 |
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Calceolaria (crenate-flowered) 582 (spreading) . 494 (Mr. Herbert's) 477 (Mr. Young's) 556 |
ENGLISH INDEX.
355
Camomile (yellow) . Campanula, various coloured |
394 63 364 195 224 240 248 266 66 13 358 436 166 126 61 222 228 152 659 480 145 283 359 217 360 16 273 254 199 366 523 471 62 '272 100 642 170 281 265 210 409 297 559 565 592 497 566 431 175 |
Cistus (rose-coloured) . 213 Clarkia (elegant) . .612 Cleome (showy) . . 476 Clintonia (elegant) . 531 ColKnsia (two-coloured) . 521 Collomia (large -flowered) . 453 (red flowered) 61° |
leaved . • purple dwarf . slender leaved |
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• • (brick red) 585 |
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great flowered Candituft (Gibraltar) Cardinal (scarlet) Cassia (Maryland) . Castilleja (vermilion-leaved) Catananche (blue) . (yellow) Catchfly (pendulous) (stone) |
Colochortus (spotted) . 502 Columbine Canadian . 432 Convolvulus (narrow-leaved) 163 |
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silk leaved 106 |
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°carlct 374 |
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Coreopsis (whorled) . 20 (car leaved) 377 |
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(golden) . 528 |
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(evening) (night-scented) |
Coronilla (rue-leaved . 38 _ .._. , (VaricffatctO * 379 |
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/"iVntv Pinllinrn |
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Celsia (nettle-leaved) Centaury (woad-leaved) Russian white-leaved wing-leaved — • golden |
Cotoneaster (berberry-leaved) 460 (mountain) . 529 Cowslip (American) . 194 Crab (the evergreen) . 470 Crane's Bill (dark flowered) 397 Marsh 3Q8 |
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— dark purple Cereus (creeping) Cbelone (white) (valerian-leaved) . |
Crotalaria (three-leaved) . 160 Crowfoot (grass -leaved) . 26 (double upright) 45 (milfoil-leaved) . 644 Crown Imperial . 396 Cuckoo Plant (three-leaved) 128 Currant (purple-flowered) 487 Cyanella (blue) . . 89 Cyclamen (Persian) . 137 |
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- • (grove) Chickling blue vetch Chrysanthemum, 3-coloured or Ox-eye Daisy flowered . Chymocarpus (five leaved) Cineraria (purple) |
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Cytisus (yellow-headed) . 102 (purple) . 112 |
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Dahlia (rose-coloured) . 383 Daphne (trailing) . 370 |
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Cineraria Siberian Cinquefoil (upright) •" large flowered . (jagged-leaved) (viscid) . (glandular) (close-flowered) (Russell's) Cistus (beautiful) algarvia |
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Deutzia (rough-leaved) . 519 Dianella (blue) . . 200 Dillwynia (glycine-leaved) 570 Diosma (saw-leaved) . 129 Diplopappus (hoary) . 510 Disandra (trailing) . 334 Dittany of Crete . . 365 |
356
ENGLISH INDEX.
Dogsbane (fly catching) . 352 Dogwood (Canadian) 30 Dolichos (purple) ' .187 Dragon 's-head (tooth -leaved) 331 |
Garrya (elliptic-leaved) . 509 Gaura (biennial) . 2 Gautheria (the shallow) . 5-18 Genista (triangular stalked) 37 1 |
Ebony (Cretan^ 6^3 |
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Elseagnus (narrow-leaved) 446 |
Gentian Spring . . 215 |
Eringo (alpir.ej . . 60 Eriophyllum (spreading) . 450 Eupatorium, or Hemp Agri- mony . . 38.5 |
• blue flowering (or Gentianella) . 280 Germander (Shrubby) . 263 (shining leaved) 422 |
Eutoca (many-flowered) . 457 Everlasting ( heath- leaved ) 37 5 Fair Maid of France . 50 Fenugreek (Russian) . 424 Ferraria, spotted . . 2Sl Fig Marygold (glittering) 127 |
Gilia (capitate) . .451 (buckshorn-leaved) . 634 (tufted-flowered) . 616 (milfoil-leaved) . 630 (three-coloured) . 515 milfoil-leaved (new) . 506 Glohp Flnwpr fa«iafrifA Si 1 |
. tvro^colourcd ^g0 |
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Glycine (red flowered) 323 |
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yellow . 257 Flag (Corn) Watson's (scarlet- flowered) . .91 narrow -leaved . 88 winged . . 99 violet scented . 101 large flowered . 150 superb . .73 |
scarlet . 324 Golden rod (canadian) . 419 sweet scented . 8 mexican . . 34 Goodenia (smooth) . 361 Gorteria (ridged-leaved) . 301 Grevillea (scarlet) . 479 Cromwell (yellow) . 202 |
perfumed . .221 |
Groundsel (elegant purple) 259 |
Flax (yellow) . . 369 African . . 169 (monogvnous) . 656 |
Hakea ( linear -leaved) . 564 Haricot (Egyptian) . 624 Hawkweed (Mountain) . 339 |
(great yellow) °89 |
Gold-n "tct5 |
Francoa (sow-thistle-leaved) 600 Fraxinella (red) . .381 Fuchsia (rod-branched) . 561 (balloon-flowered) 615 (scarlet) . . 55 Fumitory (hollow rooted) 312 (solid rooted) . 310 Funkia (lance-leaved) . 637 |
Hawthorn (various-leaved) 448 Heath (Honey wort flowered) 348 pallid . .118 ciliated . . 159 (Irish) white-flowered 640 (bell-bearing) Heliophila (blue flowered) Hellebore (spotted leaved) to$ (sweet) 598 |
(painted) . 662 Gardenia (spotted flowered) 2?3 Gardoquia (Carolina) . 657 Garlic (yellow) . . 208 rose coloured . 316 |
Hellebore (black) or Christ- mas Rose . 193 Hepatica (double blue) . 47 Hermannia (marsh mallow- leaved) . . 368 |
ENGLISH INDEX.
357
Herb Christopher . 306 i Hibiscus (superb) . 107 (bladder) or Ketmia 113 HiillvVirwV /Pliinp<SP^ SI T |
Ladies Mantle (alpine) . 390 Lalage (gay -flowering) . 520 Larkspur (great flowering) 278 Sihorinn Rro "97 Q |
"Hnnpvsnrlvlp f'Frpnrh^ ST! |
red flowered </>orj |
small-leaved . 234 Tartarian C)5"} |
(Mr. Menzie'sJ 456 |
Horehound (saw-leaved) 402 Hosachia ( two-coloured) . 534 House -leek (clustered) . V140 (Cobweb) oyy |
Lathvrus (Californian-leaved) 441 Lavender (tooth-leaved) . 171 Leadwort, rose-coloured . 308 |
Houstonia (blue) . 1 1 Hovea (shaggy) . . 569 ( Chorozema-leaved) 575 (purple) . . 5-19 Hyacinth (Starch) . 65 — (Grape . 7 1 |
Lebanon (the Pink of) . 580 Leopards-bane . . 382 Leptosiphon (androsace-like) 517 Lily (yellow day) . 132 Scarlet Martagon . 133 Guernsey . .167 blue Wafer °49 |
- " • (shrubby) 1 1 5 |
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••- Catcsbv 97 0 |
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flowered) . . 242 Indian Cress (dark red) . 609 Indigo (white-leaved) . 44 Iris (snakes-head) . 95 Chinese . . 185 variegated . 1 98 Siberian . 276 Chalcedonian . 136 Persian . . 108 small Spanish . 219 larffe Spanish O';0 |
. Philad'elphian . 204 blue umbelled flowered African . . 209 Stripe flowered water . 232 tawny day . . 284 Tiger . . 435 (fine-leaved) . . 639 Limnanthus (Douglas's) . 503 Loasa (ambrosia-leaved) . 500 Lobelia (spotted) . 1 97 |
Iron- wort (crenated) . 417 Tsopogon (handsome) . 544 Ixia (sickle-leaved) 87 |
(purple) . . 482 Loosestrife, four -leaved . 241 |
saffron- coloured . 67 orange-coloured . 256 dwarf . . 98 three coloured ** 58 |
narrow -leaved . 59 Lophanthus (anise-scented) 541 Lophospermum (blushing) 498 |
Kale (yellow) . . 430 Kalmia (narrow-leaved) . 178 broad -leaved . 32 -hairy . . 75 |
Lungwort (Virginian) . 23 (narrow-leaved). 412 Lupine (perennial) . ] 25 (Tree) . . 230 |
, 1 / 1 J\ ^Q,« |
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Ladies-slipper (yellow) . 42 |
(dwarf) . . 516 |
. Finger, four-leaved 58 f manv.flnwprpd 1 . 479 |
(sky-blue perennial) 473 |
358
ENGLISH INDEX.
Lupine (lax-flowered) . 433
. (lively) . . 443
(Mr. Cruckshanks's) 608
(ornamental; . 614
Lychnidea (awl -leaved) . 4
early flowering . 25
Lychnis (alpine) . . 9
Tartarian . 380
Chinese . 302
Scarlet . . 269
Mahernia (cut-leaved) . 104
. winged . 327
Mallow scarlet . . 268
(purple) . . 491
Marvel of Peru (sweet- scented) . -183
Marygold Fig (jagged- leaved) . .291
Master- wort (great black) 347 May ten ( Chilian) . .513
Meadow Rue (Alpine) . 423
Meadow Sweet (lobe-leaved) 420
Milfoil woolly . . 1
feverfew-leaved . 304
_. sweet scented . 131
Milk Vetch (succulent) . 481
Milk-wort (Box-leaved) . 372
(spear-leaved) . 144
Monarda (Crimson) . 76
Scarlet . . 48
Monkey Flower (orange
coloured) . .290
(Smith's). 504
Monkey Flower (narrow- leaved) . . .353
Monsonia (large flowered) . 295
Morsea (the tall) . . 192
(trident-bearing) . 648
Mullein (borage- leaved) . 313
Narcissus (sweet scented) 299
• autumnal . 319
Navel- wort (blue) . 188
Netseed (azure-flowered) . 530
Nettle (snowy) . . 425
(dead) . . 31
Nierembergia (slender-stem- med) . . .602
— (Mr. Atkin's
clove-scented) . 663
(narrow-leaved
purple) . .625 (twiggy) . 6 16
Nuttalia (poppy-like^ . 629
Nycterinia (white-flowered) 626
(Enothera (long-leaved) . 12
(shrubby) . 15
white . 154
purple . 149
dwarf . 105
rose-coloured 146
(pale-stemmed
Evening Primrose) . 439
(white upright) 560
(large-flowered) 581
(large purple) . 593
(close-flowered) 599
(long-branched) 524
(decumbent purple) 525
( glaucous)
568 158 64 356 350 562 434 437 478 475 535 537 539 540 542 543 546
(lavender-leaved) 605
(ovate) . 613
Pericallis (coltsfoot-leaved) 620 Pernettia (pointed-leaved) 505 Persicaria (divaricated) . 407 (virginian)
Old Man's Beard
Orpine (evergreen)
Ox Eye (great flowered) ,
(sweet scented)
Pear (the snow) Pentstemon (spreading)
(pretty)
(parched)
(pretty)
(glandula)
(showy)
(Dr. Scouler's)
(blue-leaved)
(glaucous)
(pointed-leaved)
(taper-pointed)
Phacelia (tansy-leaved) Philica (heath-leaved) Phlomis (lion's tail) Phlox (creeping)
fine -leaved
oval-leaved
awl-leaved
399 511 303 157
84 174
19 4
25 191
early flowering
Physic nut (fiddle-leaved). Phytolacca (white fl owered) 415 Pile- wort (double) . 32 J Pimelia (intermediate) . 554 _ (forest) . . 591
ENGLISH INDEX.
359
Pimpernell (Italian) . 189
Pink (superb) . . 18
Plantain ( Siberian) . 79
Plum (snowy) . . 435
Podolobinm'(three-lobed) 483 Polygala (large opposite- leaved) . . .442
Polymnia, broad-leaved . 408
Pomegranate Tree (dwarf) 205
Paeony (double rose) . 403
Poppy (prickly) . 262
(large Mexican) . 536
Pretty Face (yellow) . 596
Primrose (double lilac) . 307
silver edged . 41
Protea (heart-leaved) . 236
Psoralea (oval-spiked) . 121.
- (hazel-leaved) . 244
(stripe-flowered) . 344
(long-spiked) . 604
Pyrus (large-leaved) . 445
Quaking Grass . . 287
Quamash (eatable) . 563
Rampion (spiked) . 404
(wing-leaved) . 619
Restharrow (yellow) . 179
round leaved . 3
shrubby . 309
Rhododendron (spotted) or
Rose Bay ' . . 207
(purple) . 237
Rhodora (Canadian) . 156
Rocket (double white) . 285
Rodanthe (Capt. Mangles') 514
Rose campion (umbelled) . 14
double red . 389
(white Noisette) ' . 621
(the Seven Sisters) . 493
(the Ruga) . .499
(Clare) . .553
Rosebay (white) . . 507
(showy Indian) . 631
(choice) . . 635
(lovely) . . 632
(bell-flowered) . 645
(large-flowered Chi- nese) . . .658
(Carton's) . . 557
Rudbeckia (purple) . 109 Saffron (double meadow) . 367 Sage (golden) . . 36 (Indian) . . 363
Sage (the Cardinal) . 489
(leafy Mexican) . .051
(broad bracted) . 469
Saint John's Wort (heath- leaved) . . 33
(upright) 400
(warty) 74
SaintMartin's Flower of Chile 628
Salpiglossis (dark purple) . 573
Saxifrage (saffron coloured) 148
(rose-flowered). 414
— (strawberry) . 139 (crane's-bill- leaved)
(oval-leaved)
(round-leaved)
Scabious (sweet "i
(red flowered)
Schizanthus (blunt-lipped)
(blunt petalled)
184 43 17 264 201 607 579 206 558 39 5 411
Scullcap (great flowered) Scutellaria (alpine) Selago (oval-spiked) Self-heal (great flowered)
(cut-leaved)
Serapias~(pale heart-leaved) 462 Silphium (jag-leaved) . 418 Sisyrinchium (iris-leaved) . 53 Slipper Flower (sage-leaved) 594
— ( fragrant ) 64 1
(painted)
(knypersley
Slipper- wort (pinnated) FothergilPs
647 654 135 147
Snap-dragon (see Toad-flax) Soap-wort (basil-leaved) . 21
yellow . 413
Solanum (tuberless) . 518
(crimped-leaved) 57 1
Soldanella (alpine) . 138
Sollya (various-leaved) . 622 Solomon's Seal (many- flowered) . . 376 Sophora (winged podded) . 28 — (velvety) . 459 Sorb (Hybrid) . . 467 Soulangia (red) . . 567 Sparaxis (pendulous-flowered) 4 90 Sparmannia Cmaple -leaved) 203 Speedwell (cross-leaved) or
Veronica . .261 sea . . 426
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ENGLISH INDEX.
Speedwell (flesh-coloured) 427 Spider-wort (virginian) . 57
Savoy . .373
branching . 329
Spiraea (three-leaved . 2i4
(germander-leaved) 526
(Beam-tree-leaved) 492
Squill (nodding) . 142
Spanish . . 68
Italian . . 243
Stachys (scarlet) . . 24.5
(pubescent) German 545
Star of Bethlehem (Neapolitan) 46
yellow
golden
Star-wort acrid
red -leaved
Star- wort (Italian)
heart-leaved
... variable -flowered
— alpine
238 40 103 181 96 342 343 122 589 114 501
Stenactis (showy) Stonecrop (poplar-leaved) .
(panicled) I.
Stork's Bill (ternated-leaved) 172
two-coloured . 124
kidney-leaved . 216
Strawberry Elite (slender) 326
Sulphur-wort . . 341 Sunflowerg( perennial) double 277
dark red . 180
Swallow-wort ^whorl-leaved) 338
Tellima (large-flowered) . 456
Thermopsis (bean-leaved) 538
Thrift (broad-leaved) . 239 Toad-flax (branching) or
Snap-dragon . 123
alpine . 51
broom -leaved . 332
sweet scented . 330
dark coloured . 296
three-leaved . 190
three birds heads 90
Tobacco (Shir az) . . 597
Trachymene (blue) . 527
Trefoil (bay-coloured) . 49
bird's foot, or
winged-pea . . 80
— crimson . .177
Trefoil, hairy bird's foot Trillium (upright) sessile-flowered
141 155
134 508
Tritelia (loose-flowered) Trumpet-flower (sweet- scented) . . 387 Trumpet-flower, four-leaved 388
ash-leaved 212
Tulip (Persian Sun's -eye) 440 Turnsole (Peruvian) . 78
Valerian, greek (blue) . 406 Vernal grass (sweet scented) 395 Veronica (flesh-coloured) . 427 Vervain (three- leaved)
(dwarf purple).
(veiny-leaved)
(sulphur-coloured)
Vetch (joint-podded)
milk
Canadian
(bitter spring)
montpelier
161 605 611 617
267 345 346 7
186 Kidney (rose-colored) 636
(many-seeded) . 630
Violet (bitten-rooted) . 533
(fan-leaved) . 643
Viper's Grass (narrow-leaved) 416
rose-coloured . 333
Virgin's Bower (entire- leaved) . . 586
purple . 86
sweet-scented 83
(mountain) 651
Wachendorfia (hairy) . 151 Wake Robin (Italian) . 337 Wall Fiower (changeable) 552 Whitlow Grass (hairy-leaved) 29 Willow-herb '. 298
white French 384
Wolf's-bane (Eastern) . 305
variegated . 294
Wood Sorrel . . 22
Xeranthemum (variegated) 250
superb . 164
-' great yellow 173
Xerophyllum (tough-leaved) 583 Zappania (pink-flowered)^ 618 Zinnia (slender-flowered) . 97 (purple -flowered) . 93
HOHMAN AND SKF.EN, PiUNTERS, MAIDEN LANE, COVENT GARDEN.
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