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i.e., the tops of the shoots pinched out, and follow this rule until the last week in June ; 

 but after this date cease stopping. All growths forming after the date just mentioned must 

 be left to develop buds, which should form in large numbers during August and September. 

 In most cases the buds develop in clusters at the apex of each shoot, and are known as terminal 



plants from time to time, never allowing them to get what is usually termed "pot-bound," 

 that is getting the pots too full of roots, as after this the vigour of the plant will be 

 lessened, unless shifted into larger pots. Pots ioin. in diameter will answer well to 

 flower the plants in, at least for the larger specimens, while smaller plants will succeed 

 in pots an inch less in diameter. 



As the plants attain larger dimensions the branching growths will need the support 

 of a few stout stakes, to which the shoots should be lightly looped, not tied tightly. In 

 this way both sun and air will reach the growths, and sturdy plants be developed. During 

 the summer months, and especially when the pots are filled with roots, watering must not 

 be neglected. On dry davs several copious supplies may sometimes be needed, and in 

 the afternoon of hot days syringe overhead. Liquid manure must be constantly given when 

 the buds are forming, and earlier if the pots are full of roots. Follow the practice of applying 

 liquid manure frequently in small or weak doses, never over-dosing them, or months of hard 

 work" may be lost. Place the plants for the summer in an open situation where protection 

 from strong south-westerly and westerly gales is provided. Stand the pots on boards or a 

 thick layer of ashes, and as the season advances keep the growths lightly tied out. 



By the last week in September the plants should be housed, and a freely-ventilated 

 glass structure is the place for them. Avoid crowding as far as possible, and by following 

 this rule the foliage will be retained on the plants, which will, therefore, present a better 

 appearance. Other details of culture are similar to those advised for the treatment of 

 exhibition varieties. 



buds, because they mark' the termination of the plant's growth. If a profuse display of 

 blossoms be desired, almost every bud may be left to develop, and in this way charming 



D u r i n g the 

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 early summer 



