28 OCTOBER 1949, Page 15

In the Garden At this time of year by far

the best of all shrubs seems to be Rhus Caninoides (from North America). It outflamcs R. Cotinus (from South Europe) and is found to be hardier in garden hollows ; and it outlasts the common sumach which shrivels in its own flames. No garden should be without, and it is not too big for small gardens. It can be easily multiplied by layering. Another shrub that layers readily, and has continued to flower much later than either parent, is the tufted buddleia that is a cross between B. Globosa and B. Veitchiana. It attracted butterflies that appeared too late in the season for the commoner varieties.

W. BEACH THOMAS.