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5ft. It may be propagated by cuttings of the half-ripened shoots 

 placed in pots of sandy soil, and kept in a cold frame till 

 callused, afterwards removing into bottom-heat, when they will 

 soon emit roots. Seeds may also be sown in spring, and placed 

 in heat, the seedlings, when large enough, being potted up singly, 

 previous to planting out in the open. 



Fig. 94. — WlGANDIA VlGIERI. 



Humea elegans. — See " Biennials " in the Chapter on 

 "Annuals and Biennials." 



Lavatera arborea variegata. — See "Biennials." 

 Melianthus major (Cape Honey Flower) grows from 4ft. 

 to 6ft. -high, and produces finely-cut glaucous foliage. ' Its 

 distinct and elegant appearance always attracts attention. Seeds 



