THE FLOWER GARDEN
Anemones and ranunculuses are nearly over. Cut off the flower heads to prevent them from seeding. Plant violets, if not already done. Cut off most of the leaves before planting. Young plants from runners make the best plants. Where necessary disbud roses. Some varieties produce clusters of buds which, if nojk reduced, will give poor flowers. \ Watch for aphis on the roses and at the first appearance spray with soapy water or a nicotine spray. Plant annuals whenever they are available. The weather should remain warm enough now for even the more tender subjects. Bedding petunias make a good display throughout the hot summer months and give a delightful scent, especially in the evening. Sow French and African marigolds, salvias, zinnias, and other halfhardy annuals in the open ground.
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Evening Post, Volume CXXVI, Issue 96, 20 October 1938, Page 28
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132THE FLOWER GARDEN Evening Post, Volume CXXVI, Issue 96, 20 October 1938, Page 28
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