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during wet summers. The points of the partly-matured shoot 

 are the best for cuttings, but they do not strike freely. 



Geketyllis. — These are remarkable for the distinct cha- 

 racter of the flowers during the early spring months. A mixture 

 consisting of three parts fibrous peat, one part turfy loam, and 

 a liberal quantity of sand will form an excellent compost. 

 They may be placed in the open air during the summer, but 

 must be protected from heavy rains. After the necessary 

 stopping of the young shoots during the first year or two, no 

 pruning will be required unless from any cause the specimen 

 suflers from neglect and grows out of shape. 



Eeiostemon. — These are valuable for the freedom with 



.^lOSTEllON CrSPIDATUS. 



