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THE FLORIST’S JOURNAL. 
there be no delay when a fit opportunity presents of recommencing out of 
doors. 
Stove _Some of the plants here will require repotting, in doing which 
care must be taken to secure to each a good drainage ; a few others, spring¬ 
flowering plants, will want a fresh surface-dressing. The most desirable 
kinds may be propagated now, with considerable success. A few Cacti may 
be forwarded for an early bloom ; also Amaryllis, and other Cape bulbs, 
though the principal portion should still be kept dry. Continue to bring in 
Roses, Lilacs, Rhododendrons, Kalmias, and other shrubs ; and among the 
bulbous-rooted plants, Hyacinths, Van Tholl Tulips, Narcissus, and a few 
plants of Cyclamen, in sorts. At the earliest appearance of insects, fumigate 
the house thoroughly ; this should be done when the plants are dry. Let the 
temperature range between 60° and 70°. Give the plants an occasional 
syringing over head, as it keeps them clean, and is conducive to their general 
health. 
Green-house. —The latter end of this month is the best time for a general 
re-potting. Here Geraniums, Salvias, Fuchsias, and other free-growing plants 
should be done first, reserving the spring-flowering kinds till they have done 
blooming ; as also hard-wooded trees and shrubs. Camellias must be liberally 
supplied with water, and kept in a cool, airy situation. Chrysanthemums 
may be placed in an open shed, as they go out of flower. Annuals, in flower, 
should have plenty of light ; air should be admitted, on every favourable 
occasion, to prevent the plants becoming drawn. Every means should be 
used to destroy insects on their first appearance, as they increase with amazing 
rapidity at this season; the best way is to smoke the house with tobacco, 
when the plants are dry ; for if done when they are wet, many of the insects 
are enveloped in water, and the smoke, consequently, has no effect on them. 
Prune and tie climbers ; suffer none to attain a rambling growth. Keep the 
house and every thing about it as clean as possible. Propagate Verbenas, 
and all other plants required for turning out. Renew the earth in the borders 
of the house. Hyacinths, Van Tholl and Double Tournesol Tulips, Nar¬ 
cissus, and other bulbs, may now be brought here to produce their blooms. 
Where the advantage of a stove is not to be had, keep the temperature be¬ 
tween 45° and 50°. Occasional fire-heat is necessary, both to expel frost 
and damp. , 
Flower Garden. —Re-pot and top -dress Auriculas, Polyanthuses, &c. if 
not done last month. Piccottees and Carnations should he placed in the 
blooming-pots, by the end of this month. Plant out Pansies, Pinks, &c. as 
soon as the ground is ready to receive them. Sow Dahlia seed, in heat; also 
a few Balsams, Cockscombs, Amaranthus, and other tender annuals. The 
present is the best month for planting Anemones and Ranunculus. Proceed 
with the propagation of Dahlias. Plant out all hardy, herbaceous, and 
biennial roots that may be in reserve. Sow Auricula seed, in pans or pots, 
and place them in a gentle heat. Prune and plant Roses and other shrubs. 
Proceed with all alterations, with celerity ; continue to protect tender trees 
and shrubs ; finish digging flower-beds, as soon as possible ; let the gravel- 
walks and lawn be well rolled, as it prevents moss and worm casts. 
