102 SWEET PEAS 



apart. They were three inches high. A light coating of cow dung 

 was dug in previously. This took place at the end of April. Water 

 was given, and when the plants began to grow a slight application 

 of nitrate of soda was supplied. They went away strongly, and in 

 July were one dense mass covering the soil from view. 



In setting out these miniature Peas they must be placed closely 

 or they will not succeed. Beautiful ribbon borders can be made 

 with them by sowing 1 inch apart and allowing them to grow 

 at will. For cultivation in pots no special treatment is necessary, 

 but deep pots must be used ; an 8-inch pot will take a dozen seeds. 

 A cold frame gives them all the protection necessary, but they need 

 shelter from rain. Plants may be lifted from the open and potted. 

 There are quite a number of varieties, and when grown in blocks 

 of separate colours the effect is delightful. 



