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DECIDUOUS SHRUBS. 
men have classified certain hardy sorts under.this title, which is 
retained on that account, to conform to usage. The class embraces 
crosses between a great number of species, the varieties differing 
greatly in vigor of growth and foliage, and in the character of their 
flowers. Some bloom but twice, others show only an occasional 
blossom after June, and some bloom constantly. The fine old 
Madame Laffay , and the magnificent newer General Jacqueminot, 
belong to this class. The following selection of eleven are among 
the finest: 
1. Baron Prevost. —Deep rose, large and full; a very vigorous 
grower, abundant bloomer, and perfectly hardy. 
2. Caroline de Sansal. —Clear delicate light blush, very large 
and full; foliage luxuriant and growth vigorous. 
3. General Washington. —Brilliant red, very large; “superb in 
autumn.” 
4. General Jacqueminot. —Crimson to scarlet, velvety, and of 
great size. Every way superb. 
5. Madame Laffay. — Rosy crimson, large, and full. 
6. Madame Boutin.— Cherry rose, large, and full; foliage very 
fine. 
7. Louise Darzens. —Pure white, medium size; blooms in clus¬ 
ters, and constantly. 
8. Madame Alfred de Rougemont. —Pure white, large, and a 
profuse bloomer. 
9. Due de Cazes. —Purplish crimson. 
10. John Hopper. —Deep rose, large, and full. 
11. Mrs. Elliott (P.).—Rosy purple, large, full, and sweet. 
Suitable for a post-rose. 
Class III. Bourbon Roses.— A race of which Parkman re¬ 
marks—“Of sweeter savor in horticulture than in history.” They 
are not quite hardy, and have less vigor of growth than the pre¬ 
ceding class, but are mostly rich in glossy foliage, of stronger 
growth than the tea and Noisette roses, and sufficiently robust to 
remain out throughout the winter with proper protection. Growth 
from two to six feet. The following eight are favorite vari¬ 
eties : 
