The Familiar Sunflower 



This giant representative of an extremely common family 

 is deservedly popular, because of its hardiness, luxuriant 

 growth, and the striking appearance of its large flowers. The sun- 

 flower will grow in almost any soil, yet nevertheless it responds 

 readily to good treatment. A plant that is thoroughly wa- 

 tered may grow to twice the dimensions of a com- 

 panion plant only a few feet away that suf- 

 fers somewhat from thirst. Try the ex- 

 periment for yourself next season. 



