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GARDENS OLD AND NEIY. 



a storm, of a neighbouring 

 tree, which carried away part 

 of its branches. In spring, 

 even before the frosts have 

 .eft us, all who know the 

 lovely magnolia look for its 

 multitudes of great waxen 

 lily-like flowers, which cover 

 every branch, and give it the 

 colloquial name of the lily- 

 tree. Interesting walks inter- 

 sect the grounds in various 

 directions One extends the 

 whole length from east to 

 west, and is delightfully 

 picturesque and quaint. The 

 fornrility of Brume Hall is 

 rarely, if ever, extravagant ; 

 but here, as the visitor walks 

 along between the yew fences 

 that flunk tl.e way, his 

 attention is attracted by the 

 curious figures formed in 

 the leafy growth animals, 

 heraldic designs, and other 

 strange devices. Running 

 from this yew walk to the 

 north is another over the turf, 

 known as "The Spong." 

 This delightful way is en- 

 riched, as we traverse the 



velvety turf, by splendid mixed borders on ouch si.ie backed 

 by (lowering trees and shrubs. There is a subtle charm 

 about the place, and all the world knows the beauties of 

 the grass walk, the glory indeed of many gardens. 

 Continuing along the walk, we reach an avenue of well-trained 



VIEW FROM THE TERRACE. 



Irish ye AS, with masses of hybrid perpetual roses in beds 

 between them, and the combination ,of yews and roses is 

 unusual and striking. There is charm, too, in the walls 

 of this beautiful East Anglian dwelling, to visit which is 

 abundantly pleasing, instructive, and interesting. 



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A GROUPING OF VARIOUS GARDEN CHARACTERS. 



