THE ROSE AS A 



that of the Rambler varieties, on a small scale. 

 But, imlike the Ramblers, its flowers are very 

 double. They are produced at the extremity 

 of the new branches, in clusters of fifteen to 

 twenty and thirty. So many are there to each 

 branch that you will find it advisable to thin out 

 half of them if you want perfect flowers. In 

 color it is a delicate pink on first opening, fading 

 to almost white. At the centre of the flower 

 it is a bright carmine. Give this variety a trial 

 and you will be delighted with it. 



It must not be understood that the above list 

 includes all the desirable sorts adapted to general 

 culture. It is simply a list of the most distinct 

 varieties that respond satisfactorily to the treat- 

 ment outlined, and from which the amateur gar- 

 dener can expect the best results. There are 

 scores of other varieties possessing exceptional 

 merit, but many of them require the attention 

 of the professional in order to give satisfaction, 

 and are not what I feel warranted in recom- 

 mending the amateur to imdertake the culture of 

 if large quantities of flowers are what he has in 

 mind. Every one on the list given is a standard 

 variety, and you will find that you have made no 

 mistake in confining your selection to it. 



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