THE WEEK'S WORK.

Auckland Star, Volume LXVII, Issue 181, 1 August 1936, Page 6 (Supplement)

THE WEEK'S WORK.

THE FLOWER GARDEN. A sowing of Sweet Peas can be made under glass. One'seed in each pot is best. The soil outside is too wet and cold for much planting of seedlings or small plants. )-' . ' The planting of Roses, ornamental shrubs and trees can be done. Trim hedges of Macrocarpa and other Conifers. Plant Gladioli. The bulbs must be sterilised before planting. Herbaceous borders can be renovatedi Carefully preserve the labels and clearly mark the positions of the plants. Prune shrubs and fork over the soil around them, burying all old leaves. Protect Sweet Peas with some twigs and keep the young growths off the soil. THE GREENHOUSE. Space will be limited and nothing that can be discarded should be allowed to take up room. Seed sowing is in full swing, but do not sow more than required. Watch carefully for insects and fumigate at first appearance. Carefully collect and remove any decaying leaves or flowers. Avoid excess of water. THE VEGETABLE GARDEN. Peas that are a few inches high must be protected with twiggy sticks, j Draw up a little soil to the stems of Cabbage and Cauliflowers. Sowings of Broad Beans can be made in cold districts. In light soils and in mild districts it is too late. Plantings of Cabbage, Cauliflower and Lettuce can be made. Prepare the bed for Onion planting. The surface should be free of lumps and the soil should be consolidated before the plants are put out. Plantings of Potatoes can be made. Sprout the seed in boxes before planting, it means a quicker crop. Plantings of Thyme, Sage, Marjoram, Savory, Chives and other herbs can be made. «" Rhubarb, Garlic, Shallots, Potato and Tree Onions can be planted. c THE FRUIT GARDEN. Plant fruit trees when ground is dry enough. Cut out and burn all useless fruit trees. Pruning can be done now. Most important, cut out all dead twigs. Spraying can be done as soon as the trees are pruned.