15 FEBRUARY 1957, Page 30

Mao Tse-tung is reported recently to have said that many

different flowers may blossom in the Socialist garden. For the usual prize of six guineas competitors are invited to invent the names of three of these and give a description of each (e.g. appearance, habit, culture, etc.). Shrubs and trees may be included if desired. Limit 150 words.

Entries, addressed 'Spectator Competition No. 366,' 99 Gower Street, London; WC1, by February 26. Results on March 8.