106 BULBS AND THEIR CULTIVATION. 



obtained in the autumn, planting them singly in 5in. pots 

 in a compost of two parts loam, one part well-decayed 

 manure, and plenty of coarse silver sand. Firm potting 

 is very desirable. At this stage the tubers must not be 

 introduced into heat, but placed in a shady cold frame to 

 make roots. Give no water unless the soil appears to 

 be dry until the tubers begin to show signs of growth. In 

 the New Year the most forward in growth may be removed 

 to the cool house > kept there for a month or so, then be 

 transferred to the warm house. When in full growth give 

 copious supplies of water, and syringe the foliage freely 

 daily. As soon as the flower buds can be clearly seen 

 give liquid manure twice a week. By adopting this code 

 of culture Tuberoses may be easily grown with success. 

 The tubers will not flower satisfactorily a second year in 

 pots ; so either throw them away or plant them in a spare 

 corner outdoors. 



The principal varieties are the Pearl (one of the best) ; 

 Double African, American, and Italian. The flowers are 

 white, double, and fragrant. 



