Adenophora Lilifolia—Pretty hardy perennials suitable for the border Produce drooping pale blue flowers on branching spikes in July Any soil suits them They may be grown from seed, but will not allow being divided at the root Height, 1 ft.

When grown under glass a day temperature of 50 degrees, falling to 45 degrees at night, is sufficient to start with, gradually increasing it so that 65 degrees by day and 55 by night is reached at the period of blossoming Syringe the leaves daily until the flowers are produced, then discontinue it, merely keeping the walls near the pipes and the paths damp As soon as the fruit is set the syringing should recommence Water of the same temperature as that of the house should in all cases be used When the fruit begins to ripen, cease once more the syringing until it is gathered, then admit air freely, wash the trees daily, and apply liquid manure to the roots in sufficient quantities to keep the soil moist during the time the trees are at rest Rivers's Early, Pitmaston Orange, Dagmar, and Royal George are all good under glass.

Melissa Officinalis-A hardy perennial, flowering in July Any soil suits it It is increased by division of the root Height, 1 ft.

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.


Agricultural Seeds—Required per statute acre.

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