Vinca (Periwinkle)—Many of these are variegated and very showy as rock-work plants, and will grow in any moist soil, enjoying a shady situation They may be raised from seed sown early in spring in a warm situation, or may be increased by runners, which strike root at the joints like the Strawberry They may be planted under the shade of trees Many choice greenhouse evergreens bearing fine circular flowers and shining foliage are also included under the name of Vinca Height, 2 ft.

Podocarpus—See "Cephalotaxus".

Marvel of Peru (Mirabilis)—Half-hardy perennials, which are very handsome when in flower, and adorn equally the greenhouse or the open They may be increased by seed sown in light soil in July or August and planted out in the border in spring At the approach of frost take the roots up and store them in dry ashes or sand They flower in July Height, 2 ft.

Wistaria—This noble wall plant may be abundantly produced, as a long layer will root at every joint It will also grow from cuttings of the plant and root Though of slow growth at first, when well established it is very free-growing and perfectly hardy It may also be grown as a small tree for the lawn or centres of large beds by keeping the long twining shoots pinched in.


Agrostis—A very elegant and graceful species of Bent-Grass It is a hardy annual, and is largely used for bouquets Sow the seed in March Height, 1 ft to 1-1/2 ft.

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