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THE BEGINNER'S GARDEN BOOK 



FIG. 162. STRAWBERRY 



BLIGHT. 



Diseased leaves should be 

 promptly burned. 



recipe can easily be divided by three. The mixture should 

 always be used when pretty fresh. 



The daily patrol of the garden should always be made with 



insects or diseases in mind. 

 Look for leaves that have been 

 eaten, or that are turning yel- 

 low, or that curl improperly. 

 Look for red spots on the 

 leaves, for little insects that 

 dodge away as you approach, 

 or for the eggs that will pres- 

 ently make those very insects. 

 And when you find a foe to 

 fight, attack him. 

 And always remember that one of the best helps against 

 these enemies is healthy plants. The stronger they are, the 

 better they will resist. Keep them vigorously growing, there- 

 fore, by cultivation, food, and water. 



REVIEW QUESTIONS 



1. What four classes are there of insect enemies that work above 

 ground ? 



2. Describe the process of spraying. How do you expect to do 

 it ? With what mixtures ? 



3. Why should we not spray flowers ? 



4. Name the underground pests. Which have you seen ? How 

 do you intend fighting them ? 



5. How can special plant diseases be fought ? Give examples. 



6. Explain the best general method of prevention of disease. 



