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The standing corn pictured in the background is six to eight 

 feetiiigh and makes one of the most succulent and nutritious fod- 

 ders for milch cows after the roasting ears are harvested. 



In order to conclude in this number the series of ''notes" on 

 vegetable-growing, which have appeared in the current volume 

 of the Forester and Agriculturist, it is necessary to omit varieties 

 of lesser importance. 



MUSTARD — Sirapis sp. 



Anyone having failed with all other crops might try mustard 

 as a last resort. The improved varieties, of which Burpee's "Ford- 

 hood Fancv" is a good example, are very desirable, when young, 

 for salads and garnishing. It is one of the best vegetables for 

 early "greens" and when cooked like spinach, is by some con- 

 sidered superior to that vegetable in flavor. 



In California the common coarse growing variety has become 

 a pest in grain fields. It is quite as easily grown here ; the im- 

 proved sort is not likely to become troublesome and should be 

 given a trial by all who like a piquant salad or a good -substitute 

 •for spinach. 



A rich moist soil is best for succulent rapid growth. Sow 

 the seed thickly in rows ten inches apart. Within three weeks 

 the first leaves may be cut for salad, and a few weeks later they 

 may be harvested for greens. Additional sowings may be made 

 every week or two, to obtain a continuous succession of tender 

 plants. Tw^enty feet of drill will keep a family supplied. Keep 

 the plants free from weed and hoe frequently. 



OKRA OR GUMBO — Hihiscus esculcutiis. 



This vegetable thrives in our climate, and should become bet- 

 ter known. The young pods sliced and cooked make a splendid 

 stock for soups and stews. They form the base of the famed 

 gumbo soup of the French, and a few plants will supply a large 

 family with their useful pods. 



In rich soil the plant makes a large growth and should be 

 planted accordingly. Sow the seeds in drills or hills, allowing 

 about four square feet per plant after thinning. 



Improved Dwarf Green, White Velvet and N. J. "Perfected" 

 Perkins Long Pod are standard sorts. The former requires less 



