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and weeded, and if the weather is dry they should be fre- 

 quently watered, but this must be done lightly ; if a ridge 

 was made round them to retain the water, they need not be 

 watered so often. 



Auriculas that are out of bloom should be taken off the 

 stage, and put in the shade, but in an open aspect, and 

 never under trees ; but those you wish to save seed from 

 should be exposed to the morning sun to ripen the 

 seed. 



Take up Bulbs which have done blowing, if their leaves 

 are withered, attending to the mode of management in the 

 last month. 



Sow more Mignonette, for a succession. 



Sow hardy Annuals, to blow in the autumn. 



Carnations and Pinks will want sticks placed to them, 

 and stir up the earth frequently. 



Evergreen Shrubs may now be laid. 



Mow the Grass Walks early in the morning, as this 

 work is done best when the dew is on. 



Gravel Walks will want frequent rolling ; but always 

 see that the weeds are first removed, otherwise the rolling 

 will strengthen their growth. 



Insects of various sorts, as earwigs, caterpillars, spiders, 

 &c. should be destroyed. 



Snails and Slugs should be sought for every morning 

 and evening. 



The best way to catch Snails is to place tiles in differ- 

 ent parts of the garden, so that they can creep under, plac- 

 ing a few leaves under each, to entice them, and make a 

 point of looking for them every morning. 



Rose Trees infected with grubs or green flies must be 

 frequently looked over ; pinch with the finger and thumb 



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