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Brussels Sprouts—continued. 
heads. To secure this vegetable in its best form, it must 
be grown on deeply-worked and rich ground. In addition, 
the seeds should be obtained from a good source, as there 
are many spurious stocks in cultivation. Plenty of room 
must be allowed the plants to develop, and the tops and 
Brussels Sprouts—continued. 
sow thinly in a cold frame, or carefully prepare seed beds 
on a warm south border. As soon as the plants are large 
enough, prick them off into prepared soil, to grow on ; about 
the end of April, transplant into a piece of rich ground, 
which has been previously prepared for them, setting in 
Fic, 286. BRYONIA LACINIOSA. 
leaves should not be removed till after the sprouts are 
gathered; dead leaves, of course, excepted. It is a bad 
plan to plant Brussels Sprouts amongst potatoes or other 
crops, as they become unduly weakened, and never give 
such good returns as when grown by themselves. 
Soil and Cultivation. In February, and early in March, 
rows from 2ft. to 3ft. asunder, and 2ft. apart in the rows. 
The earlier the plants are put out, the better; and they 
should be watered-in when planted, so that they receive 
as little a check as possible. They must be kept clear of 
weeds, and earthed up as soon as they get a good size. 
During severe frost, some light dry aw TA with 
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