68 PHANTOM FLOWERS. 



cushion. The black lines which radiate from the 

 centre may be removed by aid of a pin, when a 

 beautiful lace-work appearance will be imparted to it. 



Mallows. 



Several varieties. The common garden Mallows, 

 with calyx enclosing seeds, are the prettiest. They 

 grow in clusters, and if suffered to remain until 

 frost, will become skeletonized on the plant. 



Hydrangea Hortensia. 



(Cut No. 13.) 



The well known garden species — the bunches should 

 be left on the plant until late in September, in 

 order to become firm. Separate into small bunches, 

 leaving not more than four or five in a cluster. 

 They will require about ten or twelve weeks for 

 maceration, and may then be cleansed by passing to 

 and fro in hot water, changing the water frequently 

 as it becomes fiilled with the loose particles. If some 

 of the leaves are separated, they can easily be re- 

 placed after bleaching by gum arable. 



