THE VEGETABLE GARDEN 307 



Parts for forcing may be cut from old plants that 

 have become too thick. With a sharp spade cut through 

 the root without disturbing the part to be left in the 

 ground. The cut must be made deep in order to get 

 all of the heavy roots containing the nourishment for 

 the stalks. 



Harvesting. Some stalks may be taken the second 

 year. Begin harvesting early in the spring. Never take 

 away all of the leaves, for they must supply the food to 

 the roots for the next year's crop. Remove the stalks 

 with a quick downward and outward pull. 



