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 FLORIST CULTIVATOR, 
 
 OR PLAIN 
 
 DIRECTIONS FOR THE MANAGEMENT 
 
 OF THE PRINCIPAL 
 
 FLORIST FLOWERS, SHRUBS, 
 
 ADAPTED TO THE 
 
 FLOWER-GARDEN, SHRUBBERY, AND GREENHOUSE; 
 
 UH Select Hists 
 
 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 
 
VI CONTENTS. 
 
 PAGE 
 
 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. 
 
 p IGt 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." 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 3 
 
 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. 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 5 
 
 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." 
 
6 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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." 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 7 
 
 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. 
 
8 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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. 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 9 
 
 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 
 
10 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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. 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 11 
 
 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." 
 
12 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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." 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 13 
 
 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." 
 
14 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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." 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 15 
 
 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." 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 17 
 
 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." 
 
 (Sir 3 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 Bird 1 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 w r hen 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- 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 57 
 
 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." 
 
 (gp 3 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 
 
 D2 
 
58 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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- 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 67 
 
 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 
 
120 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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. 
 
 G2 
 
130 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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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 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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 
 
134 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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." 
 
 *ST 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 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 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, 
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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- 
 
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 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 
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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, 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 213 
 
 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 
 
AN 
 
 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 
 
 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 
 
 Vll,,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\ 
 
 pj 
 
 
 "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 
 W T ood'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 PLAN 7 TS. 
 
 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 Picotees t 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 
 
 
 IA Q 1l"l fj f 
 
 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 
 
 r-*-rx1 ,--*r oll\0 
 
 viorna 
 
 
 IA 1 ,r%- ,-v !!-., 
 
 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 >L T\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 
 
 _ pn T*|-I oil Q 
 
 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*lf 
 
 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 
 
 1 * A i-itT-v* 
 
 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 
 
 51 Qf"i*i r*n n i p Ji 
 
 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 
 Incompara u1 e 
 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 M c lver, 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 
 
 __ serratifoli 3 
 
 
 - 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 
 
268 
 
 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. 
 
 269 
 
 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* 
 
270 
 
 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 
 
 
 
 blu e h 
 
 lionstrinuin 
 
 
 
 casioides 
 
 PlCtUm 
 
 
 
 
 
 Rhodora canadensis 
 Robinia frutescens 
 altagana 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 halodendron 
 Ruscus hypophillum 
 hypoglossum 
 
 viridis 
 
 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 271 
 
 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 
 
274 
 
 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 
 
288 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 
 
 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. 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 289 
 
 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." 
 
290 DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 
 
 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. 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 291 
 
 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. 
 
292 .DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 
 
 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. 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 293 
 
 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. 
 
294 DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 
 
 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. 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 295 
 
 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 
 
296 DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 
 
 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 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 297 
 
 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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298 DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 
 
 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 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 299 
 
 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 shifting 1 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. 
 
300 DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 
 
 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 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 301 
 
 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. 
 
302 DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 
 
 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. 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 303 
 
 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. 
 
304 DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 
 
 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 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 305 
 
 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. 
 
306 DIRECTION'S FOR EACH MONTH. 
 
 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. 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 307 
 
 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. 
 
308 DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 
 
 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 . 
 
 O 
 
 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 
 
-DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 309 
 
 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 
 
DIRECTIONS FOR EACH MONTH. 311 
 
 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 
 
FLOWERS IN BLOOM. 
 
 313 
 
 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 
 
314 
 
 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 
 
316 
 
 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 
 
IN EACH MONTH. 
 
 317 
 
 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 
 
318 
 
 FLOWERS IX BLOOM 
 
 Scarlet Beans 
 
 Toad Flax 
 
 Spider Wort 
 
 Tricolors 
 
 Stocks 
 
 Trefoils 
 
 Sunflowers 
 
 Trilliums 
 
 Sweet Peas 
 
 Tuberoses 
 
 Q .,1* ~ 
 
 Veronicas 
 
 ouitan 
 
 Willinm 
 
 Wallflowers 
 
 vv imam 
 
 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 
 
IN EACH MONTH 
 
 319 
 
 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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322 GENERAL OBSERVATIONS. 
 
 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 
 
GENERAL OBSERVATIONS. 323 
 
 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 
 
324 GENERAL OBSERVATIONS. 
 
 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. 
 
326 APPENDIX. 
 
 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 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 327 
 
 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 
 
328 APPENDIX. 
 
 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. 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 329 
 
 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. 
 
330 APPENDIX. 
 
 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. 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 331 
 
 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 
 
332 
 
 APPENDIX. 
 
 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 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 333 
 
 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 
 
334 APPENDIX. 
 
 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, 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 335 
 
 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. 
 
336 APPENDIX. 
 
 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. 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 337 
 
 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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338 APPENDIX. 
 
 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. 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 339 
 
 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. 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS. 343 
 
 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 
 
SELECTION OF PLANTS* 345 
 
 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 
 
 Antholyza jErhiopica . 82 
 
 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 
 
 
 
 Alonsoa linearis . 
 Alstroemeria flos martini 
 saMlli 
 
 rum . . .90 
 
 tristc 96 
 
 
 trinTix-lltim 1 9O 
 
 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 
 
 utriculatum 
 
 Amaryllis vittata 
 ... . , . Jutca 
 
 
 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 
 
 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 
 
 monspessulanus 
 
 Astrantia major 
 Atrangene Alpina 
 Azalea pontica 
 mudiflora 
 viscosa 
 Betonica orientalis 
 Berberis repens 
 aquifolium 
 Bignonia radicans 
 sempervirens 
 capreolata 
 
 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 
 
 Cacalia eoccinea 
 suaveolens 
 Cactus Flagelliformis 
 Calandrinia grandiflora 
 speciosa 
 Calceolaria Fothergilii 
 
 diffusa 
 floribunda 
 herbertiana 
 crenatiflora 
 rugosa 
 sessilis 
 purpurea, far. 
 picta 
 
 Clarkia elegans . . 
 Clematis viticella 
 integri folia 
 flammula 
 
 Cleome speciosissima 
 Clintonia elegans . 
 Colchicum autumnale, flore 
 pleno 
 Colutea cruenta . . 
 ColHnsia bicolor 
 C'ollomia grandiflora 
 
 knypersliensis 
 Calochortus venustus 
 Calliprora lutea 
 
BOTANICAL INDEX. 
 
 349 
 
 Gollomia coccinea 
 
 lateritia 
 
 Convallaria niultiflora 
 Convolvulus linearis 
 
 cueorum 
 
 Convolvulus althaeoides 
 Coreopsis auriculata 
 
 verticilla f a 
 
 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- 
 
 
 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 
 
 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 
 
 recurvus 
 Glycine coccinea 
 rubicunda . 
 Gnaphalium ericoides 
 Goodenia laevigata 
 Gorteria rigens 
 Grevillea punicea 
 Hakea linearis 
 Hedysarium coronarium 
 Helianthus multiflorus 
 
 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 
 
 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 
 
 - - articulatus "67 
 
 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^ 
 
 africanum . . 169 
 
 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 
 
 Hypericum coris 
 
 a c * ncum 
 
 Hypoxis stellata 
 Iberis Gibraltarica . 
 Illicium floridanum 
 
 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 
 
 laxiflorus . . 
 lepidus 
 littoralis 
 
 anisoloba 
 biennis, var. gran 
 diflora 
 decumbens 
 densiflora 
 glauca 
 
 
 ornatus 
 polyphyllus, var. 
 albiflorus 
 
 Cruckshanksii 
 
 folia 
 
 mllidi 
 
 rivularis 
 Lychnis alpina 
 chalcedonica 
 
 viminea 
 Ononisnatrix 
 fruticosa 
 
 Lysimachia bulbifera 
 
 Origanum dictamnus 
 Ornithogaluni luteum 
 
 
 r C ~t'f 1' 
 
 
 Mahernia incisa 
 pinnata 
 Malva manritiana . . 
 purpurata 
 Marrubium peregrinum 
 Maytenus chilensis 
 Mesembryanthemum micans 
 viridifiorum 
 
 Orobus vernus 
 Oxalis versicolor 
 Pelargonium ternatum 
 reneforme 
 
 Pentstemon acuminatum . 
 attenuatum 
 deustum 
 
 . 
 
 
 
 
 pomeridianum 
 Miraulus ringens 
 glutinosus 
 smithii 
 Mirabilis longiflora . 
 Monarda fistulosa 
 didyma . . 
 Monsonia speciosa 
 Morsea coerulea 
 tricuspis, var. ocellata 
 Narcissus odoius 
 Nicotiana persica 
 Nierembergia filicaulis 
 
 pruinosum 
 
 scouleri 
 speciosum 
 statisifolius 
 venustum 
 ovatus 
 Peucedanum sibiricura 
 Pericallis Tussilaginis 
 Petromarula pennata 
 Pernettia mucronata 
 Phlorais leonurus 
 Phlox ovata 
 stolonifera 
 subulata 
 divaricata 
 setacea . . 
 
 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 
 
 4f3 
 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 
 
 eximium 
 
 arboreum,rar. al- 
 bum 
 
 Ribes sanguineum 
 Robinia glutinosa . 
 
 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 
 
 viscosa 
 Polygala oppositifolia, var. 
 Major 
 Pseonia flore pleno roseo 
 Primula cortusoides 
 acaulis 
 
 Protea cordifolia 
 Prunella grandiflora 
 
 Prunus candicans 
 
 rosularis 
 
 Psoralea macrostachya 
 
 crassifolia 
 
 corylifolia -. 
 
 Scabiosa atro purpurea 
 
 Pulmonaria angustifolia 
 virginica 
 Punica nana 
 Pyrus spectabilis 
 angustifolia 
 nivalis . 
 
 Scilla Italica 
 
 amoena 
 Scutellaria grandiflora 
 Alpina . 
 Scorzonera rosea 
 
 spuria . . 
 Ranunculus gramineus 
 acris . . 
 
 Schizanthus retusus . 
 
 Sedum populifolium 
 
 1 . 
 
 
 millefoliafus, var. 
 grandiflorus 
 Rhodora Canadensis 
 Rhododendron ponticum 
 I d luricum . 
 
 Selago ovata 
 Sempervivum arachnoideum 
 
 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 
 
 Triteleia laxa 
 Trollius asiaticus 
 
 Tropaeolum majus, var. atro- 
 sanguineum 
 Tulipa Ocalis soils, var. 
 persica . . . 
 Urtica nivea . 
 Vaccinium ovatum 
 Verbascum mvconi . 
 Verbena multifida, var. 
 contracta 
 
 Sophora tetraptera 
 
 Soulangia rubra 
 Sollya heterophylla 
 Sparmanoia africana 
 Spartium monospermum 
 Spiraea trifoliata 
 
 \ 
 
 tryphylla . . 
 Veronica decussata . , 
 
 . . 
 
 arisefolia 
 chamgedrifolia 
 Sparaxis pendula 
 Spermadictyon azureum 
 Stachys coccinea 
 
 Vicia polysperma 
 Viola pedata, var. flabellata 
 praemorsa 
 Wachendorfia hirsuta 
 Xeranthemum fulgidum 
 
 pubescens 
 Statice latifolia 
 Stenactis speciosa 
 Tellina grandiflora 
 Teucrium latifolium 
 
 ..Coamoi c . 
 
 Xerophyllum setifolium 
 Young's (Mr.) Calceolaria 
 Zappania nodiflora, var. 
 rosea 
 Zinnia elegans 
 
 Thalictrum alpinum 
 Thermopsis fabecea 
 
 
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 
 
 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 
 
 Avhiti'^v "=}<> 5 
 
 Bell Flower (spreading) . 652 
 
 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 
 
 Alyssum (mountain) or 
 Madwort . . 6 
 
 yellow 318 
 
 bladder podded 70 
 
 
 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 
 
 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 
 
 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 
 
 
 (brick red) 585 
 
 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 
 
 silk leaved 106 
 
 carlct 374 
 
 Coreopsis (whorled) . 20 
 (car leaved) 377 
 
 (golden) . 528 
 
 (evening) 
 (night-scented) 
 
 Coronilla (rue-leaved . 38 
 _ .._. , (VaricffatctO * 379 
 
 /"iVntv Pinllinrn 
 
 
 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 3 Q 8 
 
 
 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 
 
 - (grove) 
 Chickling blue vetch 
 Chrysanthemum, 3-coloured 
 or Ox-eye Daisy 
 
 flowered . 
 Chymocarpus (five leaved) 
 Cineraria (purple) 
 
 Cytisus (yellow-headed) . 102 
 (purple) . 112 
 
 
 Dahlia (rose-coloured) . 383 
 Daphne (trailing) . 370 
 
 Cineraria Siberian 
 Cinquefoil (upright) 
 " large flowered . 
 (jagged-leaved) 
 (viscid) . 
 (glandular) 
 (close-flowered) 
 (Russell's) 
 Cistus (beautiful) 
 algarvia 
 
 
 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 
 
 
 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 faiafrifA Si 1 
 
 . tvro^colourcd ^g 
 
 
 
 Glycine (red flowered) 323 
 
 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 " tct 5 
 
 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) . V 140 
 (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 
 
 
 
 - Catcsbv 97 
 
 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 ' ; 
 
 . 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, 
 
 
 
 
 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 
 
360 
 
 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 
 
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