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of leaf-mould ; this should be well mixed, and kept 

 dry until required for use. Potting can be done as 

 soon as there are indications that the layers are 

 sufficiently rooted ; when potted, place them on a 

 dry bottom in a cold frame, shading from the sun, 

 and giving plenty of air. A pair of layers can be 

 placed in a 4-inch pot, but any valuable varieties 

 should be potted singly in small pots, and have as 

 much attention as possible ; see that ample drainage 

 is provided. 



OCTOBER 



The potting up of layers should be completed with- 

 out delay, as it is all-important to have them estab- 

 lished in pots before dull, wet, autumnal weather sets 

 in. The layers should be free from decaying foliage, 

 dust deposits, and insects before they are potted. 

 When potted, they should be watered as needed ; it 

 can be more freely given as roots are put forth. 

 The plants should be protected from high winds 

 and heavy rains, but not to the exclusion of air 

 night and day. 



NOVEMBER 



By this time the plants should be well established 

 in their pots, which should stand on a hard bottom, 

 so that any excess of moisture can get away quickly. 

 Watering is best done in the morning, and only when 

 required. The plants should have ample room, so 

 that air can circulate among them. Crowding often 



