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FAMILIAR GARDEN FLOWERS. 



the plant does not produce' seeds. However, that is of small 

 consequence, because to divide the plants is an easy matter, 

 and, moreover, every bit of. the root will make a plant with 

 skilful management. 



The words of Wallich on the growth of the Nepal 

 plant give the key to the cultivation of this beauty from 

 Japan. It loves partial shade and moisture. For hot, 

 dry, starving situations it is not well adapted; but, putting 

 aside all extreme conditions, we may safely say that the 

 Japanese anemone will grow anywhere. 



