PREFACE. XI 



He therefore feels confident, that when this pretty 

 class becomes a little more noticed and regarded, 

 very few gardens will ~be found without its collec- 

 tion, and he hopes the following pages may be the 

 means of drawing general attention to their study 

 and cultivation. His aim to be useful may, he 

 hopes, receive encouragement, and induce others to 

 give to the public the results of their practice and 

 experience. 



