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it's loose and not moist. It's claimed that the somewhat harsh winters in the north of 

 France may harm it, especially when it's placed in good quality compact soil. M. 

 Dumont-Courset advises growing it in soil that's naturally stony, chalky, and dry. 



KEY TO PLATE. 



758. Phillyrea-leaved Fontanesia. 1. Complete flower. 2. Calyx and pistil. 3. Petal 



and stamen. 



