Nursing the House Plant 
(Continued from page 369) 
we ask for “retarded Lily of the Valley 
crowns” we shall be supplied with roots 
which will really be in a great hurry to 
start growth. 
Nothing in the way of soil will be 
needed, the best medium for planting be¬ 
ing the fibre which is now so largely sold 
for bulb culture. The roots may be 
planted in wooden boxes, or in pots, and 
for the first few days should preferably 
be placed in a dark cupboard. This will 
help to give us nice, long stalks. Of 
course, it is understood that the fibre is 
kept in a moist condition all along. 
After about five days in the darkness, 
the plants should be brought out into the 
full light. The best place of all for the 
lilies at this stage will be in front of a 
light window. Of course, as a rule, there 
is not a great amount of sunshine at this 
time of the year, but it is not a good plan 
to stand the plants in the full sunlight, 
especialy if the room in which they are 
growing is rather warm. The actual rate 
of growth of the Lilies of the Valley will 
depend a great deal upon whether the 
room in which they are placed is regu¬ 
larly heated. 
A few little points should be borne in 
mind to ensure a satisfactory develop¬ 
ment. On no account should the water¬ 
ing be neglected, although the fibre must 
not be kept in a sodden condition. Do 
not stand the lilies in front of an open win¬ 
dow, as the cold air might do an immense 
amount of harm even in a few moments. 
Dust is always a nuisance in living rooms, 
and a daily sprinkle with water will do 
much to keep the foliage clean. One 
grower who has had splendid supplies of 
these lilies makes a practice of throwing a 
light sheet of tisue paper over the plants 
when lighting-up time comes. This tends 
to check any harmful effects from the 
artificial illuminant, and also helps to keep 
away the dust which arises when the room 
is cleaned up in the morning. Whenever 
giving water to these lilies it is a good 
plan to supply it in a lukewarm condition. 
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are pines and arbor-vitses, English laurel 
and cypress, while beyond the roses is the 
pergola, and far across the west lawn the 
fruit garden, with its wealth of bronze- 
lnied figs, rosy-cheeked plums, yellow 
pears and velvety peaches. 
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