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The colours of some of the Michelmas Daisies are 

 not to be matched by any other flowers of autumn. 

 They are not vivid and dazzling, but in most cases they 

 are rich, warm, and harmonious. Some of the tones are 

 exquisitely refined. Others have a tawny, subdued glow 

 which is both arresting and appealing. Invariably the 

 plants bloom abundantly. 



Flower-gardeners who like warm effects in their 

 borders should draw largely on the perennial Asters. 

 By selecting a few of the best varieties of each species, 

 having in view differences in height, colour, and flower- 

 ing season, beautiful effects can be had from mid-August 

 to mid-November. The following table will give an idea 

 of the material available. Except where otherwise stated, 

 the height of the variety is approximately the same as 

 that of the parent species : 



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