THE GARDEN 



the work would be done in a superficial fashion. 

 Therefore I shall mention only such kinds as I 

 consider the very best of the lot for general use, 

 adding this advice: 



Don't attempt too much. A few good kinds, 

 well grown, wiU afford a great deal more pleas- 

 ure than a great many kinds only half grown. 



This list is made up of such kinds as can 

 properly be classed as " stand-bys," kinds which 

 any amateur gardener can be reasonably sure of 

 success with if the instructions given in this chap- 

 ter are carefully followed. 



Alyssum. — ^Commonly called Sweet Alys- 

 sum, because of its pleasing fragrance. Of low 

 growth. Very effective as an edging. Most pro- 

 fuse and constant bloomer. 



Aster. — This annual disputes popularity with 

 the Sweet Pea. Very many persons would pre- 

 fer it to any other because of its sturdy habit, 

 ease of culture, profusion of bloom, and great 

 variety of color. It is one of the indispensables. 



AntirrMnum (Snapdragon). — ^Plant of pro- 

 fuse flowering habit. Flowers of peculiar shape, 

 mostly in rich colors. Very satisfactory for 

 autumn. 



Balsam. — Splendid plant for summer flower- 

 ing, coming in many colors, some of these ex- 



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