Tropæolums--

_JARRATTI_ (_scarlet, orange, and black_) are remarkable for a slender

and graceful growth. Well adapted for covering wire globes, trellises,

etc.

_LOBBIANUM_ (_various colours_).--Elegant dwarf climbers, suitable

either for the conservatory or for outdoor culture. They may also be

used for bedding if planted thinly and kept pegged down; or may be

grown in window-boxes. Height, 6 ft.

_PENTAPHYLLUM_ (_red_) is slender and graceful, and an elegant

climber.

_POLYPHYLLUM_ (_yellow_) succeeds best against a south wall. It is

hardy, has rich abundant glaucous foliage, and is a particularly fine

climber.

_SPECIOSUM_ (_scarlet_).--Of wild, graceful, luxuriant and slender

growth. Fine for covering walls and fences, festooning arches, etc.

Plant at the beginning of October in an eastern aspect or at the base

of a north wall, the soil and atmosphere being moderately moist. Bury

the roots 4 in. deep.

_TUBEROSUM_ (_yellow and red_) is quite hardy, and may be planted in

any situation.

Generally a light, rich soil is most suitable. The greenhouse

varieties may be increased by cuttings placed in sandy soil under

glass. The tuberous-rooted kinds should be taken up in winter and kept

in sand till spring, when they may be planted in a sheltered part

of the garden. The annuals merely require to be sown in the open in

spring. They flower in July, August, and September. Height, 1 ft. to

10 ft. (_See also_ "Canary Creeper.")

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