32 BOX EDGINGS. [March. 



(Enothera or tree Primrose ; many varieties of the annual 

 species produce their flowers in much greater 

 perfection, if planted or f sown in poor soil. To 

 this ansiloba, sinuata, and tetraptera, are excep- 

 tions, as they flower the finest in a rich light 

 loam. 



Papaver Marseillii, double white poppy edged with red. 



gigantea, large Dutch poppy. 



Phlox Drummondii, many colours, a superb article, and 

 blooms from May till October. In dry situations it 

 is apt to die off" unless partially shaded. 



Reseda odorata, Mignonette ; to have it in perfection the 

 whole season, there should be a sowing in May and 

 July. It delights in a rich loamy soil. 



Tournefortia heliotropoides, summer Heliotrope. 



Viola tricolor, Pansy or Heart's-ease, require very rich soil, 

 and should be shaded from hot sun ; if sown early 

 in the season, they will flower profusely in the 

 autumn. 



For other varieties of Annuals, see list adapted for hot- 

 bed sowing. We have omitted many not agreeing with 

 our climate, or those very common for such, we refer our 

 readers to the lists published annually, by respectable 

 seedsmen. 



BOX EDGINGS 



May be planted any time this month, or beginning of 

 next, which in most seasons will be preferable. We will 

 give a few simple directions how to accomplish the work. 

 In the first place, dig over the ground deeply where the 

 edging is intended to be planted, breaking the soil fine, and 

 keeping it to a proper height, namely about one inch higher 

 than the side of the walk ; but the taste of the operator 

 will best decide, according to the situation. Rake the sur- 

 face even, and tread it down with the feet, or beat it with 

 the spade. Where it gives most, continue to add, keep- 

 ing the surface at the desired height. If the edging is to 

 be in a direct line, either on a level or inclined plane, you 

 may be correctly and simply regulated by making the de- 



