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firmly; water it thoroughly and place it in the window. 

 If the ball of roots has been seriously disturbed, it will 

 be best to let the geranium stand in the shade for 

 several days. Keep it moderately moist until growth 

 begins again. 



Plants started from slips cut in August are excellent 

 for winter blooming. The best results for spring and 

 summer will be obtained with plants started from 

 winter slips. 



Geraniums may be taken up from beds in the fall, 

 before they are injured by frosts, and stored in a cellar 

 where the temperature will not go below freezing. They 

 should be given a moderate amount of water. The 

 plants may be used for making slips during the winter, 

 or they may be cut back and planted in beds the next 

 spring, when all danger from frosts is over. 



