Actinomeris Squarrosa—This hardy and ornamental herbaceous plant bears heads of bright yellow flowers, resembling small sunflowers, from June to August It thrives in any loamy soil, and is easily increased by dividing the root Height, 4 ft.

Pelargonium—The shrubby kinds will grow well in any rich soil; loam and decayed leaves form a good compost for them They require good drainage and plenty of air and light while in a vigorous state Cuttings root readily in either soil or sand, especially if placed under glass Most of the hard-wooded varieties are more easily increased by cuttings from the roots The tuberous-rooted ones should be kept quite dry while dormant, and may be increased by small off-sets from the roots.

Matricaria—This is a half-hardy annual of little interest so far as its flowers are concerned, and is mostly grown as a foliage plant The seed should be sown in a frame in March, and transplanted at the end of May Height, 1 ft.

Amaranthus—The foliage of these half-hardy annual plants are extremely beautiful, some being carmine, others green and crimson, some yellow, red, and green They are very suitable either for bedding or pot plants Sow the seed early in spring in gentle heat, and plant out in May or June in very rich soil If put into pots, give plenty of room for the roots and keep well supplied with water Flower in July and August Height, 1-1/2 ft to 6 ft.


Adlumia Cirrhosa—Interesting hardy climbers Will grow in any soil, and are readily increased by seeds sown in a damp situation Require the support of stakes Bloom in August Height, 15 ft.

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