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of white flowers in June ; and, whether grown singly 

 against a wall, or massed together in a bed, it will 

 always be a joy to all. For propagation, &c., v. 

 Viburnum opulus. 



Viburnum plicatum 



(Chinese Guelder Rose] is even more beautiful than 

 the ordinary Guelder Rose, for its flowers are larger 

 and more snow-white, making a lovely contrast to the 

 dark green leaves behind them. It will grow to a 

 height of about 6 ft., if it is in rather a warm spot and 

 a fairly light soil. When grown against a wall it looks 

 remarkably well. 



Viburnum tinus 



(Lauru'stinus), whether grown as a bush or hedge, 

 is a joy throughout the Winter months, for, in addition 

 to the evergreen nature of its leaves, it is also in flower 

 throughout that time, producing its flat corymbs of 

 white flowers in great profusion. It will reach a height 

 of about 10 ft. in almost any soil, and though in some 

 severe Winters it will be cut down, it will not be killed. 

 Layers or cuttings of half-ripened shoots will strike 

 under a hand-glass, if they are inserted in sand in a 

 fairly shady spot. There is a variety called- 



J r iburnum tinus lucidum (Clear-leaved 'Laurustinus] 

 that produces its white flowers in April, and has larger 

 leaves than the type. 



