SELECTION OF -PLANTS. 



469. SALVIA INVOLUCRATA. Broad-br acted Sage. 



Class 2nd. Diandria Monogynia. 



This very handsome plant is a most lively border flower 

 during the autumn months, and in the conservatory it is in 

 blossom during the greater part of the summer. Propa- 

 gated freely by cuttings, and requiring just the same treat- 

 ment as Salvia Splendens. 



It is a native of Mexico. 



470. PYRUS ANGUSTIFOLIA. The Evergreen Crab. 



Class 1 2th. Icosandria Di-Pentagynia. 



This handsome hardy shrub rises from 8 to 1 feet ; is 

 propagated by grafting upon the common Crab stock. In 

 sheltered situations, or in mild winters, it is nearlv ever- 

 green, especially if its shoots are not over vigorous. 



It is a native of Carolina. 



471. CHELONE NEMOROSA. Grove Chelone. 



Class 14th. Didynamia Gymnospermia. 



A native of mountain woods, near springs and rivulets, 

 in the north-west of North America. 



It flowers from July to September. The best soil for 

 this species is a rich vegetable mould. The best situation 

 for it is an east or west border. Exposure to too much 

 sun is hurtful to it. 



472. CALCEOLARIA FLORIBUNDA. Many-Jlowered Lady's 

 Slipper. 



Class 2nd. Diandria Monogynia. 



A fine, hardy species, from Chile ; it forms an upright 

 branching plant, covered with a profusion of drooping, pale 

 yellow blossoms, during the autumn months. 



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