FLOWERING PLANTS 67 
as large, they are in other respects fully as beauti- 
ful. Take up the best sorts from the flower garden, 
cut back severely and keep shaded until new growth 
starts. 
Chrysanthemum—This is another _ beautiful 
flower not well suited to house culture. However, 
if you have room,— it will take an eight-, nine- or 
even ten-inch pot for each plant — and want to go 
to the trouble, you can have it indoors. For cul- 
tural directions see Part II, page 185. 
Daisies, Double English Daisies—The bright lit- 
tle short-stemmed daisies, seen so frequently in 
spring (Bellis perennis) are not often used as a 
house plant, but make a very agreeable surprise. 
Start from seed in August; transplant to boxes of 
suitable size, and on the approach of freezing 
weather cover gradually with leaves and rough man- 
ure or litter in a sheltered, well drained place. 
Bring them in as wanted from January on. 
Daisy, Paris or Marguerite—Beautiful daisy- 
like flowers, very freely borne, in two colors, pure 
white and delicate yellow. Root cuttings in spring 
and keep pinched back for winter flowering. Grow 
in rather heavy rich soil, with plenty of water. 
Patience Plant (Impatiens)—This old-fashioned 
but cheery flowered plant resembles the flowering be- 
gonias in looks and habit. It grows very rapidly 
and is one of the most indefatigable bloomers of all 
plants. Spring cuttings grown on will make good 
