CLEANING 39 
soft cloth will make the leaves clean and glossy. This method 
is better than washing when the plants are absolutely healthy 
and free from insects. Cleanliness will do more to keep them 
away than all remedies. Every lady desirous of growing plants 
successfully should bear this in mind. Not only should the 
leaves be kept free from dust and other objectionable matter, 
but pots, vases, urns, and baskets must have a similar attention. 
The purpose of window and parlor gardening being an 
esthetic one, anything that will heighten the general effect 
should be done, and cleanliness is one of the great founda- 
tions of all truly esthetic enjoyment. 
