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blossoming plants in August of the same year. 

 Grown in clumps these plants make a splendid 

 showing. 



Portulaca 



Portulaca will grow anywhere and under any soil 

 condition. In fact, so prolific is its growth that it 

 has almost become a weed in warm climates. 



Portulaca seed will not germinate without warmth, 

 and as it should be sown out of doors, there is no 

 need of sowing until quite late. Portulaca re- 

 quires little care and there is no other plant of low 

 growth more pleasing. This plant will perpetuate 

 itself by self-sown seeds. 



Portulaca can be best transplanted when in full 

 growth and if the plants are blooming profusely 

 they will not be harmed by being moved. 



When looking for edgings, rockwork plants, or 

 something to fill in gaps, try portulaca. It makes 

 beautiful foliage as an undergrowth for tall plants 

 and will flourish under most adverse conditions. 



Pot Marigold 



The pot marigold requires a rich, light soil, 

 though it will grow in almost any soil. The plants 



