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best in moist ground, partially shaded. It may be transplanted 

 from open ground, if possible, by removing it with a ball of 

 frozen earth attached, when it will usually live. In transplanting, 

 add some muck or peat to the soil, where it can be had. 



Kerria Japonica or Oorchorus (Japan globe-flower), shoots deep 

 green, three to four feet high, covered in June and July with 

 double yellow globular flowers. It frequently blooms into Septem- 

 ber, is hardy, suckers freely; almost too much so to be kept within 

 bounds. Transplant in April. 



Lomcera Tartarica, Siberica^ etc. (upright honey suckle). — 

 The Tartarian is the more common sort, grows six to ten feet high, 

 and blooms profusely in June. The flowers are followed by red 

 berries, which also add to its ornamental qualities. It is entirely 

 hardy, and of most easy culture. Set early in April. 



Pmony Moutan (tree p^eony). — A low growing shrub, bloom- 

 ing the last of May or early in June, and making a splendid show 

 of large rose-colored, red, lilac and white flowers, from four to 

 six or even ten inches in diameter. When in full flower the stems 

 can scarcely be seen for the profusion of bloom. Some of the 

 varieties are single, others double. They are increased by suckers 

 and layers. Set early in April, as they start into growth very 

 early. 



Philadelphus coronarius (syringa or mock orange), is a strong- 

 growing shrub with clusters of light colored, fragrant flowers, 

 tilling the air for quite a distance with agreeable perfume. Grows 

 from six to ten feet high, and is entirely hardy, flowering in June 

 and July. Set in early spring. 



RJiododendron maximum catatvbiense^ etc., are the most desira- 

 ble of all the broad-leaved evergreens, the glossy foliage being 

 attractive in winter, while such a magnificent show of rich clusters 

 of rose-colored bloom in June and July is foiind in no other plant. 

 It does best in a partially shaded situation and a moist soil, but 

 with care in transplanting, retaining a ball of earth about the 

 roots. It may be grown successfully in a dry, exposed situation, 

 digging the ground thoroughly and deeply about it. Many seed- 

 lings of great beauty have been obtained within a few years. By 

 all means plant the Ehododendron, but not so near the house as 

 to get reflection of the sun's rays. Transplant in April or May, 

 always preserving a ball of earth about the roots. 



Rhus Coiinus (smoke-tree or purple fringe), in its straggling, 

 crooked growth, is not attractive, and the foliage is pretty, but the 



