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wedge-shaped potting-stick before ramming firmly, thus 

 avoiding hollow spaces forming between plant and pot. 

 Do not fill the pot too full with soil; it will be an 

 advantage, probably, if sufficient space can be left for 

 top-dressing later. 



SELECTION OF SITE 

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The best position for plants to stand in is a south or 

 south-westerly aspect. 



Many growers place them on each side of a garden path 

 running north and south or nearly so, thus getting the 

 sun's power evenly distributed on both sides of plants. I 

 think the best method is to give up a portion of ground 

 in or near the garden. The site should be carefully 

 chosen, not only for the full share of sunshine, but also 

 if some shelter can be gained from strong winds, which 

 often cause sad havoc among Chrysanthemums. 



Before the plants are put out, some posts should be driven 

 into the ground and made sufficiently firm to admit of 

 stout galvanised wire being stretched from one to the 

 other. This wire is to support the plant and prevent it 

 toppling over by the force of wind or other causes. Two 

 wires will be needed, one fastened about 2 feet 6 inches 

 from the ground, and the other 2 feet higher. The 

 distance between rows should at least be 4 feet. This will 

 allow sufficient room for watering and other purposes. 



A good coating of ashes should be given the ground, 

 and it will be of great benefit to the plants if sufficient 

 boards can be got to stand them on ; old floor boards or 

 hoardings answer the purpose well. They not only 

 prevent worms from entering the pots, but also are of 

 great assistance in not allowing the plants to get water- 

 logged, which they are apt to do in wet seasons by 

 standing on sodden ground. Avoid using boards that 



