THE ORCHID-HOUSE 



In laying do\¥n rules for the construction and 

 fitting of an orchid-house, it has seemed best to 

 include all the three classes — cool, intermediate, 

 and hot — though this book deals with the first 

 only. They may all be grown under one roof, 

 with glass partitions between — indeed, that system 

 has many advantages. Persons who develop an 

 enthusiasm for the culture — and few there are who 

 do not, if they care for flowers at all — commonly 

 long to try their skill with Cattleyas and Dendrobes, 

 after gaining confidence by success among Odonto- 

 glots and Lycastes. Nothing is easier, if their 

 cool house be built after the model I advise, 

 provided they have space — and money. Open a 

 doorway at the far end, build another compartment 

 beyond, and another still for Dendrobes and Vandas, 

 if ambition go so far ; arrange them as directed, 

 multiply pipes, increase the heating power, and — 

 that is all. 



But there is a point to be seriously noted. If 

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