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The Floral Decoration of 



the January, May, and September numbers of the 

 ' Floral World,' from which the above quotations are 

 made ; you will find in them much useful information. 

 Vases of numerous designs and in various styles in 

 Etruscan ware, terra-cotta, porcelain, glass, and metal, 

 can be purchased from the dealers in any size you 

 require, and the trumpet glasses used for table deco- 



OENAMENXAl PLANT VASE. 



ration can be obtained in all sizes from nine inches to 

 three feet in height. Zinc pans, neatly enamelled or 

 painted, are used for protecting the carpet in rooms 

 from water drippings and damp, when large plants, or 

 arrangements of plants are used. For smaller plants 

 requiring to be nearer the light, rustic jardinettes or 

 ornamental flower stands made of wood, wire, or 



