VI DEDICATION. 



rational, and amusing, with unwearied ardour and suc- 

 cess. 



The various productions of Nature which you have 

 collected from all parts and all climates of the world, 

 some requiring the fostering warmth of the stove, others 

 the more temperate atmosphere of the green-house, to 

 say nothing of those that adorn the open garden, each 

 distinguished for some striking and peculiar property, 

 either of elegant and stately growth, curious and remark- 

 able foliage, or beautiful and odoriferous blossom, 

 whether tree, shrub, or herb, bespeak alike your Lady- 

 ship's refined taste and judicious selection. 



I am, 

 With sentiments of profound respect, 



Your Ladyship's most obliged, 



And most grateful servant, 



THOMAS HOGG. 



Paddington Green. 



