TABLE DECORATION 



heighten its beauty, as its yellow variegation 

 is sufficiently ornamental in itself. To grow it 

 well, give it a soil of sandy loam. Water 

 moderately, and give it a place in the window 

 where it will get plenty of light without ex- 

 posure to strong sunshine. 



Another Begonia that is sure to find favor 

 with the woman who takes pride in the appear- 

 ance of her table is Gloire de Lorraine. This 

 variety seldom outgrows the size most effective 

 in table decoration. It is wonderfuly florifer- 

 ous indeed, a plant is literally covered with 

 flowers from January to March. Its blossoms, 

 which are borne in loose, spreading panicles 

 that droop beneath their own weight, are of a 

 soft, rich rose-color that lights up as finely as 

 a Daybreak Carnation or an Ada Spaulding 

 Chrysanthemum. Fine as their color seems by 

 day, it comes out much more richly under 

 artificial light. This is a feature which will 

 make this Begonia a general favorite for use 

 on the table, as many pink flowers seem dull 

 and flat in tone at evening. This plant always 

 grows in symmetrical shape if its slender 

 branches are given proper support. Young, 

 strong plants which will soon come into bloom 

 can be bought of most florists during the fall 



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