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planted in the open border. It is quite hardy, and will 

 want no protection in the winter. 



It continues in flower the most part of the summer. 



Cuttings strike very readily, if planted under a hand- 

 glass, in August or September ; or it may be raised from 

 seeds. 



47. HELIANTHEMUM PROCUMBENS, Procumbent 

 Sun Rose. 



This makes a pretty plant for rock work. It requires 

 covering in the winter. 



It is propagated either from seeds or cuttings, planted 

 under a hand-glass, in September. 



It is a native of the South of France, and Italy. 



48. HELIANTHEMUM GRANDIFLORUM, Large-flowered 



Sun Rose. 



This makes a pretty plant for rock work, or it may be 

 grown in pots, and may be propagated and managed the 

 same as the rest of the species. 



It requires protection in severe weather. 



It is a native of the Alps, and the Pyrenees. 



49. CISTUS CUPANIANUS, Heart-leaved Rock Rose. 



This plant at present is rather scarce, but nearly hardy, 

 requiring protection only in severe weather. If planted in 

 the open ground, the common soil will suit it. 



It is propagated and managed the same as the rest of 

 the species. 



It is a native of Sicily. 



