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.

Podolepis—Hardy annuals bearing yellow and red and white flowers A mixture of loam and peat is most suitable for their growth They are easily raised from seed sown in March, and bloom from June to August Height, 1-1/2 ft.

Love Apples—See "Tomatoes".

Wulfenia Carinthiaca—A pretty and hardy perennial from the Corinthian Alps, suitable alike for rock-work or the border, throwing up spikes of blue flowers from May to July During winter place it in a frame, as it is liable to rot in the open It needs a light, rich, sandy soil and plenty of moisture when in growth Cuttings will strike in sand; it may also be propagated by seeds or division Height, 1 ft.


Barberries—Very ornamental hardy shrubs, bearing rich yellow flowers in spring and attractive fruit in the autumn Most handsome when trained to a single stem and the head allowed to expand freely They are not particular as to soil, but prefer a rather light one, and succeed best in a moist, shady situation Cuttings or layers root freely in the open They require very little attention, beyond occasionally cutting away some of the old branches to make room for new growth Height, 1-1/2 ft to 2 ft.

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