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The following varieties, have only survived one winter, (fee. — Concluded. 



ROSES. 



As stated in last year's report, two varieties of roses were alive in the fall of 1896, 

 viz., Mad. Bruant and Gem of the Prairies. The former came through the winter in 

 very poor condition, and did not long survive its removal to permanent location. Gem 

 of the Prairies made vigorous growth and flowered, and from all appearances promises to 

 be a very hardy variety. The colour of the flower is a deep pink, and it is very sweetly 

 scented. Another variety (the identity of which is in doubt) was received from a local 

 grower and came through the winter of 1896 in fine condition without any protection. It 

 flowered from 17th to 25th July, the bud being long, pointed and sweet scented. Twelve 

 varieties were received from the Central Farm this season. These are named in the 

 following list, and their condition described on the approach of winter. 



The above were treated in the same manner as raspberry canes, being laid down, 

 and covered with soil for winter protection. The result will be reported on next 

 season. 



HYACINTHS. 



Last fall a test was made to ascertain if, by covering these bulbs very heavily, they 

 could be brought through our severe winter. A piece of tar paper was first laid over the 

 bed, extending four feet over each side, and on this was piled four feet of fresh manure. 

 The covering was removed in the spring following, and the Hyacinths came up regularly 

 and flowered well. From this it may be inferred that these most desirable bulbs, thus 

 treated, may be grown here successfully. 



COLLECTION OP PERENNIAL FLOWERING PLANTS. 



A perennial bed has been commenced this fall, in which it is intended to have 

 represented all the varieties of perennial flowers growing on the farm, and among them 

 the best of our native perennials. There are at present 150 species and varieties repre- 

 sented in the collection, and additions will be made from time to time as plants are 

 procurable. 



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