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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 

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

 previous to planting out in the open. 



Fig. 94. — AViGAXDIA 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 



