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Hybrid Sweet Briars

The Hybrid Sweet Briars, which were introduced by Lord Penzance and are a cross with the common English Sweet Briar, are mostly of rampant growth; have perfect foliage; single or semi-double; bloom. only in the spring; the flowers are of most distinct and attractive colorings.

For hedges plant four feet apart in two rows, staggered. For climbing plant eight feet apart, and note that Lord and Lady Penzance are much smaller growers than any in this class, and should be planted accordingly. Cutting out dead wood and thinning is all the pruning necessary.