50 THE WHEAT CTJLTUKIST. 



the proper depth, sow the most desirable quantity per 

 acre, and give the growing crop the proper cultivation. 

 In order to obtain a more correct idea of the habit 

 of the wheat plant, experiments should be made by 

 planting a few kernels of wheat. 



FIG. 8. Wheat plant. 



The accompanying illustration of a young wheat plant, 

 which sprang from a kernel planted by myself, will 



