Alternantheras—Cuttings of this greenhouse herbaceous plant may be struck in autumn, though they are usually taken from the old plants in spring Insert them singly in 4-1/2-in pots filled with coarse sand, loam, and leaf-mould When rooted, place them near the glass, and keep the temperature moist and at 60 degrees or 65 degrees, then they will flower in July Height, 4 in to 1 ft.

Phlox—For richness of colour and duration of bloom there are few plants that can rival either the annual or perennial Phlox The trailing kinds are very suitable for small pots or rock-work, C Drummondi for beds, and the French perennials, P Decussata, for mixed borders A rich, loamy soil suits them best, and they must never lack moisture They are easily raised in spring from seed, and the perennials may be increased by cuttings placed under glass, or by division Flower in July Height, 1 ft to 2 ft.

Menyanthes-Treat as other hardy aquatics.

Purpurea (Vallota Purpurea or Scarborough Lily) is a very beautiful free bloomer October and November or March and April are the most favourable times for potting, but established plants should be re-potted in June or July.


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.

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