128. Dianthus barbatus, vars. {Contmued) 



seeds being sown in July for bloom the following year. One or two plants 

 of the best colors should be allowed to seed (a paper bag tied over the 

 head marks the plant and protects and collects the seed) and the rest 

 should be cut down or pulled up immediately after blooming. The 

 bare spot left before the new seedHngs have made their first year's 

 growth is rather difficult to conceal, as Dianthus is necessarily planted in 

 the front of the border. Of easiest culture, thriving in any soil, even clay 

 or sand, and in full exposure to the sun; is Httle the worse for drought. 

 Propagate by seed. 



