54 ALPINE PLANTS. 
equal parts. Plant 8in. deep, close to a wall 
or rock, or under a south wall where the 
bulbs can get properly ripened during the 
autumn. It is so easy to grow and increase 
that no garden should be without it. Its 
home must be well drained. J7zs paradoxa 
is a beautful species and of comparatively 
easy culture; sandy, gritty loam; full sun, 
where it can be dry in the autumn and 
winter. 
LATHRAA CLANDESTINA. A curious plant, 
which succeeds on the roots of the poplar 
tree. This should be planted on the surface 
where the roots of the tree are spread 
about. Loam, leaf-mould, and sand in equal 
parts. If the poplar roots are not near the 
surface a portion of the soil should be 
removed until you can see them, then add 
the compost, mixing it well among the roots 
before planting. Add a little sand after the 
plant is placed, then give a good watering. 
It should be covered over with the sand and 
compost ; plant on the north side of the tree. 
It requires shade. A _ top-dressing of leaf- 
mould and sand should be given every spring. 
