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assist them in expanding their buds, whilst others 

 will demand but little, especially the succulent va- 

 rieties. Syringe once a week, choosing fine morn- 

 ings for the purpose ; put on a little fire at the 

 same time to carry off the damp. 



Air. — As the house will now be full of plants 

 which have for several months had the benefit of a 

 free circulation of air, let them have as much as 

 possible, leaving the sashes open all night if the 

 thermometer is at 40° ; but if below that, close 

 the house, and admit air early in the morning. 



CONSERVATORY. 

 Clear the house of such annuals as have begun 

 to decay, retaining only those which are still in 

 great perfection, as several plants in flower will 

 now be brought in from amongst those in the open 

 air. Go over the plants in the borders ; trim 

 and tie up such as require it, and remove all dead 

 leaves and litter. Water such plants as appear to 

 be dry, and examine the border that none be passed 

 over. 



Air. — Give as much as possible every day, unless 

 there be any cold cutting winds. Leave a little on 

 all night when the weather is sufficiently mild. 



Syringe once a week, taking care not to wet the 

 flowers. 



FLOWER-HOUSE. 

 Prepare the house for the reception of shrubs 



