Vesicaria Graeca—A small hardy evergreen shrub, suitable for rock-work or edgings It likes a light, dry soil and an open situation It may be propagated by seeds, which are freely produced; but the readiest way to increase it is by cuttings of the side-shoots, taken as early as possible so as to become well rooted before cold weather sets in It flowers from April to June Height, 6 in to 8 in.

Hardy perennials do not require artificial heat to germinate the seeds, or at any period of their growth, but are the most easily cultivated of all plants Seed may be sown from March to midsummer, transplanting in the autumn to their flowering quarters; or it may be sown in August and September in a sheltered position to stand the winter.

Menyanthes-Treat as other hardy aquatics.

Xerophyllum Asphodeloides (Turkey's Beard)—A showy hardy perennial with tufts of graceful, curving, slender foliage From May to July, when it bears spikes of white flowers, it is very handsome It does best in a peat border, and may be increased by well-ripened seed or by division Height, 1-1/2 ft.


Acacia—Winter and spring flowering greenhouse shrubs with charming flowers and graceful foliage May be grown from seed, which should be soaked in warm water for twenty-four hours, or they may be propagated by layers, cuttings placed in heat, or suckers They like a rich sandy loam soil Height, 2 ft to 3 ft.

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