Experiments in tuk IIyuridizatkn op Cereals. 437 



Datiire reserved the work of modifying and perfecting lier 

 creations. In his brain are evolved the fall possibilities of 

 her magnificent ]:»lan, left open purposely, it may be, to 

 engage his noblest powers. What employment offers to 

 young men deeper fascination in its pursuit, or more golden 

 opportunities for usefulness ? 



Of the qualifications of the hybridist Mr. Darwin says : 

 " Indomitable patience, the finest powers of discrimination, 

 and sound judgment must be exercised during many years.'* 

 Of the field before him, Dr. Lindley testifies : " We have 

 but stepped over the borders, and the whole field of hybrid- 

 izing lies widely spread before us ; its boundaries are lost 

 in the horizon, and we shall find them ever receding as we 

 advance." 



