Herbaceous and Bedding Plants 



LYCHNIS. 



The old-fashioned favorite has not been grown much of late, 

 but as there is now a tendency to return to the old style of 

 herbaceous borders, no doubt the beautiful Lychnis, with its many 

 varieties of charming bright colors, will again be seen in our 

 gardens. The Lychnis thrives in any soil, but prefers a light 

 sandy soil and a sunny situation. 



In October or November prepare the soil by digging it over 

 and raking it smooth. Then sow the seeds where they are desired 

 to bloom, and cover them lightly. Should the young plants come 

 up too thickly, thin them, if the tall-growing species, to one foot 

 apart, if the dwarf -growing species, to six inches apart. 



MATHIOLA (Stock). 



These popular herbs or sub- 

 shrubs are probably the most com- 

 monly grown of any flowering 

 plants. Their colors range from 

 white, through all shades of pink 

 and red, into purple and violet, an- 

 other point in their favor being 

 their delightful fragrance. There 

 are several types or classes, some 

 flowering in early Spring and some 

 in Summer, while others bloom in 

 Autumn, this depending a good deal 

 on the time of sowing the seeds. 

 Stocks require a deep rich soil and 



a sheltered situation with plenty of moisture at the roots. Plant 

 them six inches apart, choosing a cloudy day for the operation; 

 after planting, give the soil a good soaking of water, and after- 

 wards mulch the surface of the soil with old manure; water at 

 least twice a week. 



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