The Book of Annuals 107 



SCHIZANTHUS 



Schizanthus pinnatus 



The ' ' butterfly flower, ' ' an annual herb from Chile. 

 There are several interesting sorts bearing flowers of 

 various brilliant markings. 



Sow seeds outdoors where plants are to bloom, and 

 thin to give each seedling a space one foot in diameter. 

 Transplanting is done at some risk. 



Stake the plants, unless the location is well shel- 

 tered from winds. 



Color : white, violet and lilac with yellow. 

 Height : two feet, branching. 

 Period of Bloom : July to frost. 

 Location: any good soil, sheltered; sun. 



