CHILDREN'S GARDENS 



of cross-pollination can be taught, as well as 

 propagation by runners. 



Primroses are among the prettiest and freest 

 blooming plants, and continue in bloom a long 

 time. 



Geraniums are always good and come in 

 many attractive varieties. The pink, white and 

 sweet-scented varieties are especially desirable. 



Rex begonias in varieties endure shade and 

 are very decorative. Begonia rubra and semper- 

 florens are good. 



Some of the varieties recommended may seem 

 to be expensive, but by consulting a catalogue it 

 will be found that most of the plants suitable 

 for window-gardening are small and inexpen- 

 sive. It is better economy to buy good plants 

 that will increase in beauty and usefulness than 

 cheap ones which will soon have to be discarded. 



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