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portion of peat-eartli. It is necessary to observe at the time of potting to pla 
above an average quantity of finely broken crocks or pieces of charcoal in t 
bottom of the pot, covering them with moss or other substance to prevent the s* 
from washing down amongst them. 
An airy place in the greenhouse should be selected, where it may enjoy 
strong light. If kept in a frame, it will be advisable to stand the pot on a sh 
or stage : in winter it will require very little water. 
Probably it may be found sufficiently hardy to stand the - flower-garden 
summer, if any pains are taken to provide it with a properly prepared static 
such as a warm border in front of a greenhouse, or in a well- drained sheltei! 
nook amongst rocks and stones. j 
Cuttings afford the readiest means of propagation. These strike easily witli 
gentle bottom-heat, if planted in sand, and protected by a bell-glass. They v 
require to be kept close, and shaded for some time after they are potted off. Ill 
also increased by seeds. I 
. . . 
The specific name is accorded in reference to the extreme prodigality 
blossom. 
