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above and red below, and often measuring 

 six to eight inches in diameter. This seems 

 to thrive in darker places than where most 

 begonias will grow. It is an admirable 

 plant for a north window. In the early 

 spring months it sends up some spikes bear- 

 ing pinkish white flowers. In addition to 

 the kinds mentioned above there is a host of 

 others sure to do well in the house with- 

 out going to a lot of extra work and fussing 

 in order that they may thrive. 



Begonias are easy to grow. All those 

 having stems may be increased by cuttings. 

 Those having rhizomes are cut into pieces 

 about an inch or two long; these are put in 

 the cutting bench, much as you would plant 

 30 many large seeds. A good soil is made 

 by mixing together two parts well rotted 

 sod, one part peat or leafmould, one part 

 well-decayed horse manure, and one part of 

 sand. Give ample drainage. 



The best time to repot begonias is in the 

 spring, but it may be done any time during 

 the summer. Never attempt to do it dur- 

 ing the winter. In summer put the plants 

 outdoors where they will be protected from 

 heavy winds and the midday sun. In the 



