THE VEGETABLE GARDEN
Any trenching or digging' should be done whenever conditions are favourable. Deep digging and manuring are always advantageous. '„". • ;.'• i. , .t.Plots which were heavily manured last season would benefit by a dose of lime this year instead of manure. : ■ ' ■ Continue to plant fruit trees when conditions are favourable. . Autumn-sown onions may be transplanted when conditions are suitable. Plant out shallots, garlic, tree and potato onions. Plant rhubarb and asparagus.. Both require properly prepared beds. Onion seed may be sown. Sow in rows thinly and cover lightly. In warm localities lettuces may be transplanted. These should be grown quickly, so the ground requires to be fairly rich. In well-drained soil in sheltered positions early peas may be sown, also broad beans. Early potatoes may be planted in warm localities. Choose the warmest position possible, where the drainage is good.
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Evening Post, Volume CXXX, Issue 22, 25 July 1940, Page 19
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140THE VEGETABLE GARDEN Evening Post, Volume CXXX, Issue 22, 25 July 1940, Page 19
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