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are placed somewhat out of sight of flowers, as, for 

 example, beside gravel walks, recesses in walls, and dull 

 corners of shrubberies. In half-shady situations, hydrangeas 

 look well, and keep their colour much better than in 

 direct sunlight. Sweet-scented flowers would be much 

 appreciated in the proximity of an arbour, heliotropes 

 among others being good for the purpose. Half-hardy 

 plants may be brought from the conservatory or green- 

 house, and stood in suitable positions outdoors for the 

 summer months, and in this way pleasing variety may be 

 obtained. The value of these portable receptacles for 

 growing plants and shrubs is greatly increased by their 

 somewhat sparing use ; they soon become unsightly when 

 dotted about with wearisome repetition. In a variety of 

 ways, the pleasures of the garden are bound to be sensibly 

 increased, when each department receives its fair share of 

 attention, not the least deserving being those objects 

 which have been classed together under the style of 

 garden furniture. 



