IN THE FLOWER GARDEN
Rose and. shrub planting is in order, but if the ground is very wet it will be much better to heel the plants in temporarily and plant later when the soil is 'drier and c.an be more readily worked in among the roots. .'■■••. . • ■ .
Carnations may be planted. The ground must be well drained and properly broken up. Bonedust at the rate of 2oz to the square yard may be worked into-the soil before planting and the ground made firm round the plants.
Gladioli may also be planted out. It is well to spread the planting over a period to secure a succession of bloom over several months. This is a good month to plant liliums. The roots of lilies are never dormant, and, therefore, should not be allowed to dry. Plant as soon after lifting as possible.
Hardy annuals should be planted as they become available. The seedling must be well hardened-off before planting in the open. * As camellias go out of blossom the bushes should be pruned as next year's flowers are produced on the new growths made after flowering. Rhododendrons, most of which flower later, should be treated in the same way.
Dahlias may be smarted into growth if plants are to be raised from cuttings. The old tubers are placed in a frame arid lightly covered with leaf mould or strawy manure.
Finish rose pruning. Sow seed of hardy annuals in the open ground.
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IN THE FLOWER GARDEN
Evening Post, Volume CXXII, Issue 32, 6 August 1936, Page 26
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