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Tulips for Bedding
Growing to a height of less than 12 in. this section is especially useful for bedding, though it must be said that as most varieties are suitable for forcing they are far more frequently used for…

How to Grow Violets
Some like to grow violets as cut flowers, but not every soil is suitable for violet growing. Light soils have a tendency to get too dry and make the plants liable to red spider.

Marginal Plants for the Pool
If you are fortunate enough to live in the country or enjoy tramping across the countryside around lakes and natural ponds and rivers, you can hardly have failed to notice how plants grow in their…

Bulbs in Containers
Patios are now very popular features in many gardens and they will be enhanced by tubs and other ornamental containers filled with bulbous and other subjects.

Inside and Outside House Plants
House plants, like people, often enjoy a spell outdoors, in warmth, sunshine and fresh air.

Flower Gardening Month by Month
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The Families of Succulents
When referring to succulents many people speak rather of ‘cacti’ and include in that name the other groups – if, indeed, they realise that there are other groups.

Do I Want a Popular Plant or a Rarity?
Many of the plants in the A-Z guides are distinctly common – you will find them in gardens everywhere.

Plants Between Patio Paving
The best spot for a patio is the one with the most sun. It should also be convenient to the house, provide a good view, privacy, space for eating and relaxing, and some shade.