502 DECIDUOUS SHRUBS. 



men have classified certain hardy sorts under this title, which is 

 retained on that account, to conform to usage. The class embraces 

 crosses between a great number of species, the varieties differing 

 greatly in vigor of growth and foliage, and in the character of their 

 flowers. Some bloom but twice, others show only an occasional 

 blossom after June, and some bloom constantly. The fine old 

 Madame Laffay, and the magnificent newer General Jacqueminot, 

 belong to this class. The following selection of eleven are among 

 the finest : 



1. Baron Prevosf.Deep rose, large and full ; a very vigorous 

 grower, abundant bloomer, and perfectly hardy. 



2. Caroline de Sansal. Clear delicate light blush, very large 

 and full ; foliage luxuriant and growth vigorous. 



3. General Washington. Brilliant red, very large ; " superb in 

 autumn." 



4. General Jacqueminot. Crimson to scarlet, velvety, and of 

 great size. Every way superb. 



5. Madame Laffay. Rosy crimson, large, and full. 



6. Madame Boutin. Cherry rose, large, and full; foliage very 

 fine. 



7. Louise Darzens. Pure white, medium size ; blooms in clus- 

 ters, and constantly. 



8. Madame Alfred de Rougemont. Pure white, large, and a 

 profuse bloomer. 



9. Due de Cazes. Purplish crimson. 



10. John Hopper. Deep rose, large, and full. 



11. Mrs. Elliott (P.). Rosy purple, large, full, and sweet. 

 Suitable for a post-rose. 



CLASS III. BOURBON ROSES. A race of which Parkman re- 

 marks "Of sweeter savor in horticulture than in history." They 

 are not quite hardy, and have less vigor of growth than the pre- 

 ceding class, but are mostly rich in glossy foliage, of stronger 

 growth than the tea and Noisette roses, and sufficiently robust to 

 remain out throughout the winter with proper protection. Growth 

 from two to six feet The following eight are favorite vari- 

 eties : 



