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varieties, tliey are a never-ending source of pleasure, 

 utility, and floral education. During the last few years 

 many varieties have been added to this class of flowers 

 that will withstand the most severe climatic conditions, 

 thereby eliminating loss and cost of maintenance. Who 

 does not admire such old favorites as the stately holly- 

 hocks, larkspur, phlox, peonies, lilies, sweet William's. 

 Canterbury bells, that breathe memories of childhood and 

 mother's garden?' When designed and planted by one 

 who loves the work and who thoroughly understands the 



EL IN THE MOIST PLACE.S. WHERE >tAXV OTHER FORMS 

 WOULD PERISH. 



combination of harmony, arrangement and color scheme, 

 they are sure to become a source of abiding pleasure. 

 Given the proper background or setting, their beauty is 

 greatly enhanced, and it is to be regretted that often what 

 should be a thing of beauty and a place to rest — and 

 linger in — proves to be a source of annoyance, owing to 

 lack of intelligent treatment. The whole secret and 

 charm of the old-fashioned or perennial garden is in its 

 proper surroundings and backeround. 

 The rose garden, without which no estate is complete. 



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