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n. Shrubs. — The first year the children should discuss at least one 

 shrub. Children like a touch of color, particularly red. I would suggest, 

 therefore, that each school try to secure a crimson rambler rose, which 

 may be purchased from an}'- nurseryman. This would give a bit of 

 cheery color along the country road. 



In ordering a crimson rambler rose, ask for two-year-old plants. If 

 obtained in the spring, dormant plants should be secured, and when 

 received, the roots should be cut back at least one-half. In planting 

 roses care should be taken to set them in good, strong, rich, well-drained 



Fig. 32. — Entrance to Ithaca school-garden 



soil. If the soil where they are to be planted is poor, it should be re- 

 moved and new soil containing well-rotted manure substituted. Set the 

 bush down to the level of the lower branches and firm the soil around 

 the roots. Any location except a direct northern exposure will prove 

 suitable. Very little care is needed to have a good specimen plant. 

 Train and fasten new growths, and each year supply a small quantity of 

 rotted manure to the roots. 



12. Arrangement of flowers. — To arrange flowers artistically is a 

 study in itself. A person of good taste is frequently annoyed on enter- 

 ing a home to note the way in which flowers are placed in vases. Any 



