150 RANUNCULUS RESEDA 0D0RATA. 



increased when forcing for bloom, and it will flower 

 best in a cool moist atmosphere. 



It is propagated from seed, or by dividing. 



The plant has curious tooth-like roots, which 

 may be kept on hand in a dry state, for years and 

 forced into bloom at any season. For winter 

 flowering, select roots that have been out of the 

 ground the summer previous, as they will bloom 

 better for having had rest. A fine effect may be 

 produced by planting three roots of diverse colors 

 in each 4-inch pot. Press them firmly in the soil 

 half an inch below the surface. Place them in a 

 cool shaded location, a cellar or cold frame. By 

 planting at intervals, commencing in July, a suc- 

 cession of bloom may be produced throughout the 

 winter. Early in October, begin bringing them 

 forward to the light and warmth. They must be 

 shaded from the sun which injures their bright 

 colors. After blooming dry off and put away the 

 bulbs for future use. 



RaniLiiculus Asiaticics and its varieties are most 

 suitable for pot culture. 



Seedsmens catalogues give a large list of named 

 sorts. 



RESEDA ODORATA. 



(MIGNONETTE.) 

 The name Reseda is from resedo, to calm or ap- 

 pease ; the Latins considered its application useful 



