48 OPERATIONS FOR MARCH. 
of the plant intended to grow in it. Sow seeds in pots in very light soil, and 
plunge them in a moderately heating hotbed, taking care not to cover them too 
deep, as they do not vegetate so freely if buried much below the surface ; this is 
frequently too lightly thought of, especially by those who are accustomed to sow 
newly imported seeds. Propagation by cuttings, grafting, &c, should now be 
performed where necessary. 
GREENHOUSE. 
Potting is of the first importance in this department at this season. Camellias, 
if not potted in the autumn, should now be attended to; they may be placed 
in good sandy loam and peat, the former in the proportion of two to the latter. 
Until they begin growing, they should have very little water, but when they have 
fairly started, they may have a more liberal supply ; they should also be syringed, 
or watered over the leaves and branches with a fine rose : cuttings should now be 
put in under a hand-glass, in a warm close frame, and after they are rooted they 
must be gradually hardened. New Holland plants, Ericas, Rhododendrons, Gera- 
niums, &c. &c, should now be potted if they require it. Mix and proportion the 
soil, according as the plants intended to grow in it require, such as light loam and 
leaf-mould for Geraniums, sandy loam and peat for Rhododendrons, sandy peat 
mixed with free or grit stone for Ericas, and loam, peat, or loam and peat mixed, 
for New Holland plants. Prune, dress, and clean, when required. Propagate 
by cuttings, and sow seeds of desirable kinds on a gentle hotbed. All succulent 
plants should be examined, and fresh potted if necessary. Water this family with 
caution until they commence growing, when they will require a more liberal 
supply. 
FLOWER-GARDEN. 
Planting and sowing seeds in the flower-garden, should occupy the gardeners 
attention during this month. Roots preserved through the winter, such as 
Anemone, Anomatheca cruenta, and Ranunculuses, should now be planted out, if 
not previously done. Self-sown annuals, that have stood the winter, should be 
thinned, and some transplanted to other parts of the garden. Stocks of all kinds, 
and Mignonette to blow early, should be sown in pots or boxes. Hardy annuals 
may be sown towards the latter end of the month ; and biennials, such as Rocket, 
Alyssum, Hollyhocks, &c. &c, about the same time. Perennials should also be 
sown. Tender annuals should be sown on a mild hotbed, to be in readiness for 
transplanting when the season permits. Provide, by immediately propagating in 
a little heat, a good stock of Verbenas, Petunias, Salvias, Fuchsias, Heliotropiums, 
Scarlet Geraniums, Gesneria Sellowii, &c, for turning out in the flower-garden 
about May, when all danger from frost is over. Florist's flowers should be 
watched, and protected on very severe nights. Dahlia cuttings should be brought 
forward, and all old roots, which are desired to be propagated, should be brought 
from their winter quarters, and placed in heat. 
