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Natural history of the wire-worm 



The verbena and other bedding 



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 Asparagus, sea-kale, and rhubarb 

 Culture of the peach 

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 Among the ferns to gather know- 

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 Management of stove plants 

 Lists of herbaceous plants 

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 Trees and shrubs in London 

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 Rockeries and wild flowers 

 Management of cold frames and 



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 Monthly garden calendar 



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