40 THE DICTIONARY 
Galanthus— continued. 
as, if planted where the soil is suitable, and left alone, 
they increase rapidly, and annually appear to flower almost 
suddenly, about the beginning of February. 
Pot Culture. If a number of roots are purchased with 
the ordinary Dutch bulbs in autumn, and about eight 
placed in a 5in. pot, an interesting addition may be ob- 
Fic. 67. FLOWERS OF GALANTHUS ELWESII. 
tained for greenhouse decoration in January. Snowdrops 
will not bear forcing, and, if it is attempted, failure in 
securing flowers is almost certain. After potting, they 
should be covered with ashes until growth commences. 
ý The pots should then be removed and kept in a light 
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— Fig. 68. GALANTHUS NIVALIS, 
OF GARDENING, 
Galanthus— continued. 
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Fic. 69. FLOWERS OF GALANTHUS NIVALIS IMPERATI. 
position in a cold frame, giving plenty of air at all 
times when the weather is mild. Both the single and 
Fig. 70. FLOWERS OF GALANTHUS NIVALIS REFLEXUS 
(CRIMEAN SNOWDROP). 
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