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test in the genu i nation table, page 40. Tlic nninber ot" s])i'oute(l seeds 

 indicates the per runt of seeds that will grow under favorable conditions. 



The cotton flannel cloth nsed as a seedbed is torn into strips about the 

 width, of a dinner plalc and fonr limes as long. It is then doubled once 

 and the seeds placed on half aii<l the other half doubled over them. By 

 folding it in this Avay it gives a double thickness and retains the moisture 

 better. The cloths should be sterilized by boiling and allowed to cool 

 before using. Blotting jiaper folded in lik(^ manner is also satisfactory, 

 especially for the smaller seeds. Care should Ix' taken that the seeds 

 are kept moist, but not wet, as too much moisture is more injurious than 

 not enough. 



The results of the germination tests for both the agricultural and 

 vegetable seeds are given in the following tables. 



