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any frost that we usually have in September; and it is 

 from the first of that month until into October that a bed 

 of pansies grown as described is in its prime ; a time 

 when flowers of all kinds are becoming scarce. Last Fall 

 after every other flower in my garden had been spoiled 

 by frost, my pansy bed remained for a month in full 

 bloom and covered with the most beautiful flowers. 



THE TROP2EOLUM. 



Of this extensive genus, — including, with hardy annuals, 

 also greenhouse and- herbaceous perennials, — three of the 

 annual varieties chiefly attract our attention ; these are : — 



TropcEolum major (Tall Nasturtium). A well known 

 running species, much used for covering trellises and rustic 

 work. 



Tropceolum minor (Dwarf Nasturtium). A dwarf spe- 

 cies, growing from one foot to fifteen inches in height, and 

 one of the most useful flowers we have ; for its compact 

 growth and rich colored blossoms renders it an excellent 

 bedding plant. 



Tropceolum lobbianum. — A running species, which may 

 be grown on a trellis, or as a dwarf if the ends of the vines 

 are closely pinched off, otherwise it will cover unnecessary 

 space. The flowers are smaller and more cup-shaped than 

 those of the two preceding species, and are of very brilliant 

 colors. As regards the culture of the Tropseolurn I have 

 hardly anything to say, it is so easily grown. All that 

 seems necessary is to plant the seed in good rich soil, see 

 that the plants have plenty of room in which to grow, and 

 keep the soil thoroughly stirred. 



( To be continued.') 



