170 CAPE BULBS. 



the bulb goes to rest, to repeat the process the next year. 

 When the flower bud begins to push, or just before, say 

 about the last of August, the bulb should be re-potted in 

 two parts rich leaf mould, one part sand ; give plenty of 

 sun and water as long as the leaf continues to grow, then 

 dry off gradually. There are few persons, having friends at 

 the Cape, who have not received bulbs of this plant, and it 

 is quite common. There are many species ; the most 

 chowy are H. insignis, with red flowers, and a variety with 

 yellow flowers. 



THE AMARYLLIS. 



This is an immense family of fine flowering bulbs, in 

 regard to which great botanical confusion exists, and from 

 which several families have been separated. They are all 

 strong growing plants, requiring liberal treatment to insure 

 good bloom. The flowers are of many colors, produced in 

 great profusion, and will well repay the care required. The 

 soil should be richest leaf mould and loam, with a little fine 

 sand. Good drainage is important. The pots should be 

 large, as the roots are very strong and require much room. 

 The species differ so much in their habits no general 

 cultural rules can be given. 



