IN CONCLUSION 



of the multiplied details belonging to his chosen 

 avocation. 



Wherever there has not been opportunity for 

 the full discussion of any subject, in adequate pro- 

 portion to its prominence and practical impor- 

 tance, I have endeavoured to make such sugges- 

 tions as will lead the thoughtful reader to inquire 

 further and learn more. 



The rules herein laid down are, in compact 

 form, the net results of extended practical experi- 

 ence. They are no haphazard inventions, of doubt- 

 ful utility, as are too many of the instructions and 

 cultural directions which, from time to time, obtain 

 more or less currency amongst horticulturists. 



Learners, in conducting experimental work of 

 their own, or in considering results as reported 

 by others, should beware of hasty conclusions. 

 There are always manifold obscure conditions 

 affecting largely, perhaps controlling, the out- 

 come of crop experiments. Of these conditions, 

 the very ones least recognized and understood 

 may have far more to do with results than those 

 they have been most intent on observing. 



Results of vegetable-culture will always be 

 largely affected by climatic conditions; and these, 



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