==Narcissus==.—­It is undesirable to hold these bulbs in a dry condition longer than is necessary, and those intended for pot culture should be got in promptly.  A low temperature must be relied on for keeping back such as are intended to flower late.  The Double Roman and the Paper White naturally come into bloom in advance of other sorts, and these should be selected for the earliest display.  Give them a rich porous soil, and pot them rather firmly, but not so firmly as to render it impossible for the roots to penetrate, or the bulb will be raised above the soil.  Place them in a cool spot, covered with suitable material to keep the bulbs in their places, and to prevent the foliage from starting prematurely.  When top-growth commences, the pots must go into some house or frame where they can progress slowly until the moment arrives for forcing them.  If the buds just show, about a week in a bottom heat of 65 deg. will suffice to bring them to perfection.  A succession can be brought forward at intervals by the same means, until the final lot will flower without artificial aid.  And for the comfort of those who do not possess heating apparatus, we may add that the flowers grown naturally will probably be finer than those which have been forced.

Narcissus may also be grown in glasses in the manner recommended for Hyacinths, or in bowls and other suitable receptacles filled with moss-fibre.

In the open ground Narcissus should be planted in quantity, especially in spots where it appears to be naturally at home, and one of the most charming effects is obtained by putting them in the rough grass adjoining shrubbery borders.  Instead of cutting the grass, it must be allowed to throw up flower-heads, and this affords the bulbs time to mature in readiness for the following season.  The many forms of Double and Single Daffodil are effective border flowers, and the numerous varieties of Narcissus should be grown in clumps and patches in every spot which is suitable and vacant.  In the reserve border of many gardens large numbers of Pheasant’s Eye and other Narcissus are planted to supply flowers for cutting.  They are peculiarly valuable for the purpose, and if cut when scarcely ready they will develop in water, and last for many days.  In planting, be guided as to distance by the size of the bulb, allowing four or five inches between small sorts, and six to nine inches for large varieties; depth, six to nine inches.

==Oxalis==.—­Except in a few sheltered districts, it will be necessary to cultivate this exceedingly pretty flower in frames, or in a sunny, airy greenhouse.  It may also be forced in the stove with success.  Put several bulbs in a pot, and give them a light soil with plenty of sand in it.

==Snowdrop==.—­It does not improve the roots of this exquisite little favourite to keep them out of the ground, and they should, if possible, be planted early.

==Sparaxis== needs the same treatment as advised for the Ixia.