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hanging thus best displays its delicate charm. In Eng¬ 
land it is also used as a pillar vine, over trellis and arbor, 
and as a general climber. Its late and profuse bloom give 
it a place in the garden proper, and though it is informal 
in character it has a certain elegance which would add dis¬ 
tinction to brick walls and wrought-iron gates. 
This is not a new species nor newly introduced, for it 
was found in 1883 in Russia. Its name is unfortunate 
since it connects it with a class of troublesome weeds and 
thus may account for its not being more generally used. It 
is superior to the common Bindweed; in fact, it has more 
in common with the Madeira vine (Boussingaultia basel- 
loides) which is not hardy. The Polygonum is hardy and, 
though it appreciates a sheltered position and good soil, 
it needs no protection. If cut to the ground after a severe 
winter, it will respond with fresh vigor.— Mary P. Cun¬ 
ningham, Cambridge, Mass. 
THE CLIMBING KNOTWEED (Polygonum baldschuanicum) 
“Though informal in character it has a certain elegance, which would add dis¬ 
tinction to brick walls and wrought-iron gates.” Flowers white or delicate pink 
