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.

Peaches—These are best grown on a strong loam mixed with old mortar; though any soil that is well drained will produce good fruit When possible, a south wall should be chosen; but they are not particular as to position, providing they are afforded shelter from cold winds November and February are the most favourable months for planting The roots should be carefully arranged at equal distances apart, 3 or 4 in below the surface of soil, and then covered with fine mould Avoid giving manure at all times, except when the trees are bearing fruit heavily Train the shoots about 6 in apart, removing all the wood-buds except one at the base of the shoot and one at the point Keep the flowers dry and free from frost by means of an overhead shelter, to which tiffany or canvas can be attached, which should, however, only be used so long as the cold weather lasts To ensure good fruit, thin the same out to 6 in apart as soon as it attains the size of a small pea, and when the stoning period is passed remove every alternate.

Menyanthes-Treat as other hardy aquatics.

Wigandia Caraccasana—A stove deciduous shrub which thrives best in a mixture of loam and peat Cuttings in sand will strike if placed under glass and in heat It flowers in April Height, 10 ft.


Azara Microphylla—This hardy evergreen shrub, with its fan-like branches and small dark, glossy leaves, is very ornamental and sweet-scented It is increased by placing cuttings of ripened wood in sand under glass with a little heat Height, 3 ft.

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