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sideration. It should be taken into considera- 

 tion when the plan of the garden is being laid 

 out ; group those flowers demanding much mois- 

 ture together as nearly as possible and those 

 demanding less moisture in groups distinct 

 from the others. Then apph- the water accord- 

 ingly, abundantly or scantily as the case may 



Sowing Seeds of Annuals 



be, and ot night. There is contrary advice, to 

 be sure, but if the rule of applying the water 

 at night is followed the flowers will all be bene- 

 fited, and, at least, none will be harmed. But 

 to water the beds in the late morning or early 

 afternoon is dangerous, if not altogether fatal. 

 Moreover, when water is applied, let the appli- 



