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of the whole plant and flower being so 
dwarf (not more than 2in. high). It is as 
well to plant it as near the path as possible 
in some position where its beautiful flowers 
can be easily seen. There are several other 
interesting species well worth growing. They 
are of easy culture. 
NARCISSUS MINIMUS, N. CYCLAMINEUS 
MAJOR, N. TRIANDRUS ALBUS, and UN. 
JUNCIFOLIUS. These four little gems must 
not be left out of the rock garden. They 
are especially good for planting on ledges or 
banks near the walks. Good sandy loam, 
with a south aspect, where they can ripen 
their bulbs in summer, will suit them 
well. 
NIEREMBERGIA RIVULARIS (Argentina). 
Although a plant that loves the water-side in its 
native place, it does not do well in this country 
in damp places. It succeeds best in good 
strong loam in a full south position; a little 
peat and leaf-mould added once a year as a 
top-dressing are very beneficial. It is a surface- 
rooting plant and requires a little addition to 
help the young growth. 
