i-:.\A.MiN A'lio.N IN iininicri/n Ki-: 
01) 
:!. W hat liimlcrs the i I'opcjr functions of Icaxcs, and wliat- slicMild a cultivator 
attend It), in (udiT to enable them to exereise tlieir (complete action ? 
•1. Give any instances of failures, and state your opinion as to tlieir causes, in 
crossinii' distinct species. What arc the t^cncral characteristics of hybrids / 
5. \Vli;it is meant " lixing " a new race, and how is it to be effected, if 
])Ossiblo ? 
0. Describe the llower of the Tea, of a I'rimrose, of a Salvia, and of any Orchid, 
and explain how they are adapted to insect pollination. 
7. What are the injurious effects of (i) too much water; of (ii) too great a heat ; 
and of (iii) excessive drouglit, upon plants '/ 
8. To what natural orders do the following plants belong, and why — Cleujatis, 
Malope, Geum, Gunnera, Fuchsia, Scabiosa. Coboca, Amaranthus, Ixia, and Kuscus ? 
DIVISION B. 
HOETICULTLRAL PRACTICE. 
{). What is generally understood in this country by an "American Garden"? 
Give the names of the most suitable plants for it, and the best kind of soil. 
10. What is meant by a " Sub-Tropical Garden"? Describe the best position for 
such a Garden ; also the most suitable plants, and how to cultivate them. 
11. What is the right width for garden paths and carriage drives ? Describe 
their formation, and the best materials to use. 
12. Is it possible to obtain a supply of Koses all the jear round from an English, 
garden ? Describe their propagation and culture under glass and in the open ground. 
18. What are the most useful Fruit Trees* to grow under glass? Descrioc the 
best form of glass structure for the purpose, and the method of culture. 
14. How would you. proceed to obtain a succession of Garden Peas and Dwarf 
Kidney Beans? Can they be obtained all the year round ? If so, how ? 
15. What plants are generally grown for Salads in British Gardens ? How may 
a supply be obtained all the yeav round ? 
16. What is the best aspect for a Flower Garden? How would you proceed to 
lay it out and stock it ? 
•'• The word is intended to exclude Vines. 
