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THE FLORIST. 



the usual manner, and a day fixed on for planting. If properly made 

 and drained, the bed might then be left till the first Tulip appeared 

 above ground, when a person experienced in their growth should 

 have charge of them until they are in bloom. The usual iron hoops 

 and mats would be sufficient covering until close upon their opening, 

 when a shght framework should be run up, and covered with canvass 

 to protect the bloom. It should be made so as to be open at the 

 sides on the day of exhibition, in order to admit of free ingress and 

 egress. In the event, however, of a boisterous windy day occurring, 

 canvass on one side should be provided. 



As what is called " The National Tulip Exhibition " has hitherto 

 been confined to the northern and midland counties, it is time some- 

 thing was done in the south. 



The month which has passed since the appearance of my last 

 paper has been one of continual cold easterly winds ; the Tulip has 

 made very little progress, but it does not appear to have suffered any 

 injury. In many places they are looking very healthy and strong; 

 but it is probable that the bloom will be later this season than usual. 



The National Tulip-show for 1852 is to take place at Birming- 

 ham on the 27th of May. It is with some little interest I look for- 



