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also in China several other varieties, such as purple, scarlet, 
and crimson, which have been introduced into cultivation, 
and within these few years, many varieties have originated 
in Europe, said to be very magnificent. These plants ought 
not to be exposed to the sun while in flower, as the colours 
become degenerated, and premature decay follows. 
If the Dutch bulbs intended for flowering during winter 
are net potted, have them all done as soon as possible, accord- 
ing to directions given last month. 
CAMELLIAS. 
These plants ought to have a thorough examination, and 
those that were omitted in repotting before they commenced 
growing, may be done in the early part of this month ; but 
it is not advisable, except the roots are all round the ball of 
earth, which should be turned out entire. Examine all the 
pots, stir up the surface of the earth, and take it out to the 
roots, suppl} T ing its place with fresh soil. Destroy any 
worms that may be in the pots, as they are very destructive 
to the fibres. Look over the foliage, and, with a sponge 
and water, clear it of all dust, &c. Frequently the buds are 
too crowded on these plants, especially the Double white and 
Variegated. In such case pick off the weakest, and where 
there are two together, be careful in cutting, so that the 
remaining bud may not be injured. 
This is the best period of the year to make selections of 
these, as the} 7 now can be transported hundreds of miles 
without any material injury, if they are judiciously packed 
in close boxes. In making a choice of these, keep in view 
to have distinctly marked varieties, including a few of those 
that are esteemed as stocks for producing new kinds, which 
are undoubtedly indispensable, and will reward the culti- 
vator in a few years with new sorts. Besides, it will afford 
unbounded gratification to behold any of these universally 
admired ornaments of the green-house improving by our 
assistance and under our immediate observation. There is 
nothing to prevent any individual from producing splendid 
varieties in a few years. Mr. Hogg correctly observes, " It 
is very probable in a few years we shall have as great a 
variety of Camellias as there are of Tulips, Hyacinths, Car- 
