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place them in the shade. When recovered from the 

 effects of potting, expose them, by degrees, to the 

 sun's rays. In October, plunge the pots up to their 

 rims in ashes in a cold frame, as near the glass as 

 possible, and put on the lights so as to protect them 

 from heavy rains and severe frosts. At other 

 times draw off the lights or give air, being guided 

 by the weather. In severe frosty weather cover up 

 with mats. 



Soil. — Two parts of good turfy loam, one of 

 fine bone-dust. Use this compost at every 

 potting. 



These will produce flowers at Christmas. 



