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variegatae (as, Mrs. Neubronner, Sherwin- Wright) are 

 noticeably ribbed. 



Almost invariably the leaves are entirely green, but 

 Foliis Variegatis has green leaves with a broad band 

 of creamy yellow the whole length of the leaf. A 

 few varieties (as, Loreley, Mithras, Prosper Laugier, 

 Rhein Nixe, Sherwin-Wright) have purplish coloration 

 at the base of the leaves. Young leaves of Kharput 

 sometimes have a red edge which fades with age. 



* * * gay Green! 



Thou smiling Nature's universal robe! 

 United light and shade! where the light dwells 

 With growing strength, and ever-new delight. 



Thompson: The Seasons. 



Usually from about the forepart of August the 

 leaves of most varieties gradually fade and wither, 

 beginning at the tips, and especially if the plant is 

 crowded or has become matted, and the plant will 

 then look shabby unless from time to time the withered 

 portions are cut off; but the leaves should not be 

 wholly removed — except as hereinafter stated under 

 Subsequent Care in Chapter VII and under Enemies 

 in Chapter VIII — until they have fully performed 

 their office and are entirely withered and will come 

 away with the slightest pull. 



Plants growing in partial shade will retain their 

 leaves in good condition later than those growing in 

 full sunshine. 



