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IXIOLIRION MONTANUM. 
into flower early by forcing. This being effected, we leave it to be imagined how 
acceptable its flowers and their colours would be among the inmates of the green 
house in the dulness of winter. 
Its increase can be effected by seeds, which ripen freely, and doubtless also by 
offsets of its bulbs. Whether grown in the open border, or in pots, to flower early, 
we would recommend that it be planted in moderately rich soil ; for though it may 
easily, without question, be induced to grow in a strong manner if furnished with 
one of a rich description, it is to be feared such a result would be brought about at 
the expense of the elegance of its habit, and the natural colouring of its flowers. 
