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Figure 38— Lattice- work shecl for ginsenof garden. 



three inches below the surface of the ground. The roots should 

 not be cut or trimmed. After the roots are set, an open lattice- 

 work or lath shed should be built over the whole area covered, 

 as indicated in figure 38. The lath roof may be made in sections 

 and removed for storage during the winter. 



The roots of cultivated plants are usually larger and more 

 uniform than those from the wild and will bring from 50 cents 

 to $1.00 more per pound. The long time required for returns 

 will, however, deter most people from undertaking the work of 

 cultivation. In general, if an experimental bed is decided upon, 

 it is probably wise to purchase seedling plants rather than to 

 attempt to start seedlings. But no one should be deceived by 

 the glowing accounts of possible fabulous returns from the enter- 

 prise. The present high prices are said to be maintained by a 

 syndicate of Korean merchants who control the native product. 

 On the other hand, the demand for the article is apparently 

 limited only by the exorbitant price, and with an increased supply 

 and consequent reduction of price will come an increased demand 

 for the roots. 



The Experiment Station would not encourage ginseng culture 

 in Maine, but those intending to attempt this industry would do 



