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Of planting Basil. 

 Wlien the plants have grown to tlie height of two 

 inches, transplant them into a border of rich light 

 earth, in rows, nine or ten inches asunder, and four 

 or live in the row; or into a bed, at six or eight 

 inches square. Some sow where it is to remain; 

 but it improves in strength, by being transplanted. 

 There are two sorts, the Tall and the Bush Basil, 

 whicli are both used as pot-herbs, and may be treat- 

 ed alike in every respect. They must have gentle 

 and occasional waterings, according to the state of 

 the weather. 



Of soming Borage. 

 Borage is used as a pot-herb, and likewise for 

 cool-tankards. Sow in a light, dry spot, any time 

 this month, and likewise a little in April and May, 

 ibr a succession. Wherever it ripens and sheds 

 seed, it will rise again abundantly. 



Of soiling Cara'way. 

 Carav/ay may be sown, as above, either now or 

 next month. A small spot will produce seeds e- 

 nough to serve an orcHnary family. 



Of sorting Fennel. 

 Sow in a spot of light earth, any time in tlie 

 month. It may also be propagated by slips of the 

 ,1-oot, and a few plants will be suflicient. 



Of so-ding Marigold. 

 Sow in every respect as directed above for bo- 

 pge. 



