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One of Hitchings' small greenhouses, 10 ft. by 17 ft., suitable for so many 

 moderate-sized suburban places 



Of course, more elaborate greenhouses with cement or brick founda- 

 tion, and of iron framework with curved eaved glass or in other shapes 

 to suit the architecture of the residence, can be erected, but would run 

 to considerably more money. 



The greenhouse builders are always willing to give advice, or to 

 estimate for the erection of a greenhouse, and it would be well to con- 

 sult them whenever a building is contemplated. 



Span-Roofed Houses 



The best results are usually obtained from span-roofed houses run- 

 ning east and west, although any light position is satisfactory. The 

 site should not be on wet or low ground, nor any very greatly exposed 

 place, and the span-roofed type is generally preferred, although lean- 

 tos or three-quarter span houses with the long slope to the south, are 

 also excellent. 



Attached Conservatories 



Some of the most beautiful, and we would say comfortable, 

 conservatories we have seen were attached to the drawing room, 

 or led into from the drawing room, thus making a light, beautiful 

 lounge or extra drawing room. A billiard room can be built also in 

 contiguity, and if the conservatory is large enough, aviaries, and 

 aquaria for fancy fish, may be provided. 



