THE VEGETABLE GARDEN

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 75, Issue 178, 30 July 1932, Page 17 (Supplement)

THE VEGETABLE GARDEN

For some time past little opportunity has been afforded for breaking up the ground between growing crops, the result being that growth has been in a great measure retarded. When the weather is favourable the loosening up of the soil should be the first operation to have attention.

At this time most crops will be benefited by an application of some stimulating manure. For such crops as cabbage and other eolworts and similar subjects a sprinkling of nitrate of soda will do much to stimulate growth. In preparing the ground for the sowing and planting of early crops it should be borne in mind that to grow vegetables to the best advantage the soil must be provided wi f h sufficient food material to encourage healthy root action and development of the crops. Earth up early planted potatoes as soon as they appear above ground, this ig often a means of protecting the young shoots from late frosts. Later sprouted sets should be planted as soon as weather permits. Before planting reduce all but the strongest and most promising sprouts.

Take advantage of favourabe weather to plant out fruit and other trees. Evergreen trees and shrubs should be securely staked as ..jon as planted.