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dragons and stocks do not seem to awaken the same sentiments 
although they are good for decorative purposes. Most of the 
potted bulbs are among the best gifts which can be made; but 
where they cannot be allowed, the cut blossoms may be substi- 
tuted. It is well, though, to consider the matter of aie 
Heavily scented flowers are apt to be objectionable. Some peo- 
ple cannot bear the odor of dala ie and other “highly 
scented flowers. Gardenia, h 
scented, and must be used with care. Violets and lilies of fhe 
valley are less objectionable, but offend some people. Few nos- 
he od f ri 
trils rebel at the odor of roses, pinks, wallflowers, sweet peas, 
stocks and tulips, even in a close room. 
It is well to learn at the beginning that a few flowers are just 
as acceptable as a large bouquet. Indeed, they may make a 
much pleasanter impression. 
When growing roses s for cutting, give them a retired ae in 
s. 
ood eyes or buds. Although this may seem like very drastic 
treatment, it will result in the growth of new shoots and a new 
crop of flowers into which the whole vigor of the plant will pass. 
The best way to keep roses fresh is to cut off the tip of the stems 
under water. This keeps the air from enter’ ring. If you can use 
t 
owers float in it, the entire stems being covered. This is an 
excellent “ pick-me-up”’ for roses. 
It is a pretty good rule that two kinds of flowers should not be 
displayed in the same vase, except when the combination is made 
witl u e. Carnations, however, are an exception. The 
are so adaptable that they seem at home in almos combina- 
t t, however, use pink and scarlet carnations together. 
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If there are several vases of red carnations, stand white flowers 
between them 
