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and a fine brass nozzle with each pot. They cost 
from two to three dollars, according to size, but are 
well worth the money. 
Pots. A good smooth red pot adds not a little to 
the looks of a plant. For the ordinary collection of 
house plants three shapes, quite distinct, are desir- 
able: “Standard” the sort ordinarily seen; 
“Pans,” very shallow for their width and used for 
bulbs, or ferns (facing p. 116) ; and “ Rose”’ pots, 
or those exceptionally deep. The latter are good 
for plants requiring large root room, such as single 
bulbs, or plants demanding exceptionally thorough 
drainage. 
Bulb glasses. These are constructed especially 
to support the bulb, while permitting the roots to 
grow down into the water. They come in different 
shapes and colors and are not expensive. 
Hanging baskets. Attractive baskets can now be 
had cheaply. They are made of wire, rustic work 
or earthenware, and no plant lover should be with- 
out one or two, as they offer a most effective way of 
displaying plants. Use picture wire to support 
them, as cord is apt to rot and break. They should 
be hung so as to be easily taken down. 
Boxes. While these may be home-made, as de- 
scribed on page 9, it is often desirable to purchase 
one of the ornamental sorts now on the market. 
Many of them are hideous, but there are artistically 
designed ones. The “self-watering” box is a 
