228 SCHOOL AND HOME GARDENS 



PLAN or THE HOME GARDEN 



Rows. The rows should run north and south as nearly 

 as possible. This will allow an equal distribution of the 

 sun's rays on the different parts of each plant. If the 

 rows are too long for any one kind of vegetable, two 

 or more kinds may be planted in the same row. Plants 

 that mature at about the same time should be placed 

 together. In a large garden the rows should be far 

 enough apart for cultivation by horse power ; they may 

 be closer together in small gardens, but at least one foot 

 should be allowed for using the wheel hoe. So far as 

 possible, plants in adjoining rows should be graded as to 

 size. If small plants are placed in rows next to large ones, 

 they will obtain sunshine during only a part of the day. 



Space required by vegetables. Radishes, beets, and 

 other crops that have a taproot with a small amount of 

 top will admit of close cultivation, and for this reason 

 need very little space. Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and 

 cauliflower need more space, on account of their broad, 

 spreading tops. Tomatoes grown on supports require less 

 room than those allowed to spread on the ground without 

 support. Corn must be given more room, on account of the 

 spreading, fibrous roots that must provide nourishment 

 and moisture for the stalk and ear. Space for squashes and 

 pumpkins may be economized by planting them in corn 

 rows, so that the vines may spread among the corn after 

 that has been cultivated. Vines may also be permitted 

 to run in potato patches after they are nearly matured. 



