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of potash and muriate of potash may be obtained 

 at any florist's and at seed houses and most of the 

 department stores. 



Ashes from hardwood contain a large percentage 

 of potash and may be applied at any season of 

 the year, though it is better not to put them on 

 when there is danger of the roots actually getting 

 chilled from having the earth disturbed near them. 



Fertilizers should never be placed immediately on 

 the roots of a plant, but just beyond the tip ends of 

 the roots where in their own time the roots can take 

 up the nourishment. To place it directly on the 

 roots is likely to burn them. 



Liquid fertilizer is excellent for applying to grow- 

 ing plants. This may be home-made with most 

 fertilizers and is made by simply mixing the fer- 

 tilizer with a generous supply of water. In apply- 

 ing, dig holes near the plant and pour the liquid 

 into them. It will penetrate the earth in good 

 season. It should be applied frequently and 

 should be somewhat weaker than if applied only 

 once. 



Sheep manure is an excellent general fertilizer. 

 Manure is very strong and should seldom be used 



