Directions for Specific Culture. 15 
the crown from rotting ; at the same time, should the 
crown appear at all exposed, it must be slightly 
top-dressed. 
Malvastrum coccineum (Missouri). 
This plant should be placed on a sloping bank, 
over which it can hang down, with a south-west 
aspect—as it is somewhat tender, and must be dry in 
winter—in a poor, loamy soil, with plenty of depth 
for its tap-root to descend. 
Margyricarpus setosus (Andes of Peru). 
A shade-loving plant, adapted for the north 
side of a bog, or useful for creeping over banks on 
the shady side of the rockery, where its bright 
green foliage and pure white berries afford a pleasing 
contrast. Plant in loam, leaf-mould, and sand. In 
autumn top-dress, adding a little rough grit to the 
mixture previously used. 
Mazus pumilio (New Zealand). 
This small creeping plant does well on a sloping 
bank among rocks, either in shade or sun. If on 
the shady and damp side of the rockery, plant in 
gritty, sandy loam; but if grown in sun, a little 
peat and leaf-mould should be added to the loam. 
In autumn top-dress with pure grit, to prevent 
damping-off during winter. 
Mazus rugosus (Himalaya). 
Not quite so hardy as Mazus pumilio, this 
species should be planted on a somewhat sheltered 
part of the rockery, facing full south, but using the 
same compost. 
