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bulbs in pots and boxes. The proper soil consists of 

 equal parts of turfy loam, leaf mould, dry cow dung 

 rubbed down and silver sand. Hyacinths should have 

 the crown of the bulb above the surface ; all other 

 bulbs should be set from an inch to two inches below 

 the surface. After they are planted give them a good 

 watering and stand them in any dark place out of the 

 way, or cover them up with sand or ashes outside, till 

 they spring a little. Great care must be taken that 

 mice do not get at them. They make dreadful havoc 

 among Crocuses and Tulips when they get the chance. 

 A few large Hyacinths can be selected and put in 

 glasses or vases with water. Hanging baskets should 

 also have a few Crocuses and Snowdrops put in them. 

 Winter Mignonette wiU now be coming into flower. 

 "Windows may be kept full outside with Ivy, and small 

 Shrubs, or Conifers, Golden Thyme, or any other hardy 

 plant suitable for the purpose. 



NOVEMBEK. 



The dull cold days of Winter are now setting in. 

 Every precaution must be taken to protect tender 

 plants from frost. Give them as much sunlight as you 

 can, and reduce the supply of water. Keep plants 

 clean by washing with tepid water and never water 

 them with water less than at 65 or 70 degrees of heat. 

 Roots of different hardy plants may be lifted from the 

 border and potted for forcing, such as Dielytra 

 spectabilis. Idly of the valley, Primroses, Forget-me-nots, 

 Hepaticas, &c. Early Cinerarias, Primulas, and 



