THE PRIVET. 



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the formation of hedges. Being very patient of 

 the drip of trees, it is also often planted in shrub- 

 beries, to produce thickness of undergrowth, and, 



FLOWER OF THE PRIVET. 



from its indiflference to the presence of coal-smoke, 

 it is extensively used in the squares of large 

 cities. 



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