Increased by seeds, which should be covered very lightly. By divisions of established plants in autumn or winter. Also by layers.

Lewisia. Portulacaceæ.

Propagated by seeds, or by divisions in spring.

Leycesteria. Caprifoliaceæ.

May be increased by seeds, sown in spring. By cuttings of the short young shoots, made in spring; by older ones made in autumn.

Leyssera. Compositæ.

Increased by seeds, and by firm cuttings, placed in sandy soil during summer.

Liatris (Blazing Star, Button Snake-Root). Compositæ.

Seeds are usually sown early in autumn. Divisions may be made in spring.