24 SWEET PEAS 



prior to the operation. Plant on a dull day, keeping the seedlings 

 a few inches clear of the wires. After planting out no movement 

 is apparent in the growth for awhile, but once they start they 

 simply run up the supports, when daily attention and training are 

 needful. No stimulants of any kind are necessary, but the ground 

 must be hoed frequently. One cannot hoe too much. It aerates 

 the soil and prevents evaporation of moisture. 



A DISPLAY BY THE SUGAR WAFER SWEET PEA CLUB 

 (READING). 



Summer Treatment. When the plants have been in bloom 

 for three weeks feeding may start. Begin with a weak solution of 

 sheep manure and soot, and see that the beds or rows get a 

 thorough soaking. Gradually increase the strength of the liquid 

 and sprinkle any of the well known brands of artificial manures 

 on the surface and work them in. Be careful not to overdo 

 the feeding err on the safe side. When over-manured the flowers 

 look well enough on the bush, but they carry badly, and will not 

 stand up firm and sure on the exhibition table. If one gets stems 



