Abutilon—Evergreen greenhouse shrubs of great beauty and easy cultivation May be raised from seed, or by cuttings of young shoots placed in spring or summer in sand under glass, or with a bottom heat Cut the old plants back in January, and when new shoots appear re-pot the plants Height, 5 ft to 8 ft.

Phytolacca Decandra (Virginian Poke)—A very fine herbaceous plant, bearing bunches of pretty black berries It requires a rich soil and plenty of room for its widespreading branches Cuttings will strike under glass, or the seed may be sown in autumn It flowers in August Height, 6 ft.

light, rich soil, where they will bloom in June or July Height, 4 in.

Water-cress—Sow in prepared places, during spring, in sluggish brooks and moist situations; or it may be grown on a shady border if kept moist by frequent waterings It may also be grown in a frame in September from cuttings placed 6 in apart, sprinkling them daily, but keeping the frame closed for two or three weeks, then watering once a week Give all the air possible in fine weather, but cover the frame with mats during frosts It is best when grown quickly.


Achillea Ptarmica (Sneezewort)—A pure white hardy perennial which blooms in August The dried leaves, powdered, produce sneezing Any soil Best increased by rooted off-sets Flowers from July to September Height, 1-1/2 ft.

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