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.

Pernettya—An American evergreen shrub, which, like all of its class, thrives best in sandy peat; it delights in partial shade, and a moist but well-drained position It is increased by layers in September, which should not be disturbed for a year It is a good plan to mulch the roots with leaf-mould or well-rotted manure Height, 5 ft.

Lythrum—Very handsome hardy perennials which thrive in any garden soil, and may be raised from seed or increased by dividing the roots They flower in July Height, of different varieties, 6 in to 4 ft.

Whortleberry—See "Vaccineum".


Berberidopsis Corallina—Distinct and very pretty evergreen climbing shrubs, which prove hardy in the south and west, but need protection in other places They are not particular as to soil, and may be increased by cuttings.

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