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EVERGREEN LODGE, 
QttEED OB EliOfflEI^r 
ROSE is the “Queen of Flowers.” No garden, however 
small, is complete without Roses. There are no Mowers 
frown that arc more universally admired than the Rose, 
and their cultivation is yearly extending, as it becomes 
more generally known that they are so easily grown, and 
that they can'be procured at so trifling an expense. All 
that is necessary is to plant them in a bed of deep, fresh, 
loamy soil, well enriched with thoroughly rotted manure, 
and they are as certain to do well as a bed of Geraniums. 
Preparation of the Ground.— Roses will grow in any 
fertile ground, but are much improved in bloom, fragrance 
and beauty by rich soil, liberal ma- 
nuring, and good cultivation. Mho 
ground should be subsoiled and well 
spaded to the depth of a foot or more, 
and enriched by digging in a good 
coat of cow manure or any fertilizing 
material that may be convenient. 
Renew old beds by decayed sods taken 
from old pasture land. 
Planting.— When the ground is 
thoroughly prepared, fine and in nice 
condition, put in the plant slightly 
deeper than it was before, spread the 
roots out evenly in their natural posi- 
tion, and cover them with fine earth, 
taking care to draw it closely around 
the stem, and pack firmly down with 
the hand. It is very important that 
the earth be tightly firmed down on 
the roots. Budded Roses should be 
planted three inches below the bud. 
Always choose the most favorable 
time for planting in your own local- 
ity. Roses can be planted as soon as 
convenient after the frost is over. 
Always select an open, suuny place, 
exposed to full light and air. Roses 
appear to the best advantage when 
planted in beds or masses. 
Watering.— I f the ground is dry 
when planted, water thoroughly after planting so as to soak the earth dov\ n 
below the roots, and, if hot or windy, it may be well to shade for a few days. 
