THE PRACTICAL FLOWER GARDEN 



Is best in shrubberies or in the wild garden. 

 There are many varieties one seedsman lists 

 one hundred and twenty-nine. A border of 



hardy asters is 

 always a beau- 

 tiful addition to 

 the garden. 



BAMBOO, 

 HARDY. 14 to 

 20 feet. Plant 

 in the spring or 

 fall. These tall 

 grasses need a 

 rich soil and 

 plenty of water. 

 They should 

 starwort also be heavily 



mulched, both in summer and winter, and 

 should be planted in a sheltered position. 

 Are particularly good against a background 

 of native trees and along the banks of a 

 pond or stream. 



BAPTLSIA AUSTRALIS and B. TINCTORIA 

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