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The garden bulbs shown of bulbs shown in the plan is designed for a space about] 8 by 15 feet. There are 20 plant species so something will be in bloom 1 at all times, and by staggering the gladiolus, you'll get these flowers from midsummer on. The asparagus in the pot is a true departure from most bulb garden bulbs showns, but like the caladiums and elephant ears,] the ferny stems are so attractive they belong in the arrangement. Soil demands are not too great. The one requirement, though, is ] good drainage. Bulbs will not tolerate a location in wet soil, so be sure to mix in enough sand or locate the garden bulbs shown on a slight slope to make I sure water does not stand within the ground. However, during the hot summer months these plants need water as long as they are in active growth, so if rain is short, be sure you provide the water.

Bulbs are ideal "fillers" in the garden bulbs shown, and are useful for providing seasonal splashes of color before disappearing into the soil to make way for other plants. Easy-to-grow favorites include crocuses, grape hyacinth, snowdrops, winter aconites and tulips. Some bulbs are also suitable for naturalizing in large patches, notably daffodils and bluebells.

To be properly lighted, the average room in a dwelling requires from 1 to 3 watts of electric current per square foot of Floor space, if transparent bulbs are used. The smaller figure is low, the higher gives great brilliance, The choice will depend upon the color of the ceiling and walls, the efficiency of the fixtures, the color of the bulb, and the purpose of the room. The lower wattage is suitable for rooms with light-colored walls; the higher wattage, for rooms with very dark walls. Bulbs transmit the percentages of original light shown in the Table below. The amount of wattage may be approximated where colored bulbs are used.