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October sown plants, much depends upon the 



weather, some seasons being much finer than 



others. Fruit from the October seed has been 



cut off by the Author as early as the middle of 



January, while at another time it has been as 



late as the beginning of March ; he, however, is 



well satisfied if it is ready to cut by the middle 



of February : indeed, upon an average this may 



be fairly considered as the probable time for its 



mature growth. 



It is not advisable in any young beginner to 

 sow seed in November or December until about 



leaved and less hardy : it is, however, a very good sort for 

 January and spring sowing. The other two kinds very much 

 resemble each other, and will frequently grow to the length 

 of twelve inches, filled up in the handle, black, prickly, and 

 carry a good bloom. Their usual dimensions are from eight 

 to ten inches ; being thick-leaved and particularly hardy. 

 Both these are well calculated for the October bed, and 

 excellent bearers for spring sowing. The Author obtained 

 them both by impregnating j and those who purchase the 

 work of him, may be accommodated with a few of the seeds 

 of either/>f the above, gratis. 



