Vicia Pyrenaica—A hardy and good perennial for rock-work, having compact tufts of green growth and producing deep crimson flowers in May and June It will grow in any soil, and is of easy culture It is increased by seed, also by division of the roots Height, 1 ft.

Some perennials, such as Pinks, Carnations, Saxifrages, etc, do not die down, but retain their leaves These are called evergreen perennials.

Malope—Very beautiful hardy annuals having soft leaves They may be raised from seed sown in April in any garden soil They bloom in June or July Height, 1½ ft to 2 ft.

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.


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.

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