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.

Phacelia Campanularia—A superb, rich blue, hardy annual It will grow in any soil, and is easily raised from seed sown in spring Flowers are borne in June Height, 1-1/2 ft.

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.

Witch Hazel—See "Hamamelis".


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.

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