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Brussels Sprouts continued. 



heads. To secure this vegetable in its best form, it must 

 be grown on deeply-worked and rich ground. In addition, 

 the seeds should be obtained from a good source, as there 

 are many spurious stocks in cultivation. Plenty of room 

 must be allowed the plants to develop, and the tops and 



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sow thinly in a cold frame, or carefully prepare seed beds 

 on a warm south border. As soon as the plants are larpe 

 enough, prick them off into prepared soil, to grow on ; about 

 the end of April, transplant into a piece of rich ground 

 which has been previously prepared for them, setting in 



FIG. 286. BKYOMA LACIMOSA. 



leaves should not be removed till after the sprouts are 

 gathered ; dead leaves, of course, excepted. It is a bad 

 plan to plant Brussels Sprouts amongst potatoes or other 

 crops, as they become unduly weakened, and never give 

 such good returns as when grown by themselves. 



Soil and Cultivation. In February, and early in March, 



rows from 2ft to 3ft. asunder, and 2ft apart in the rows. 

 The earlier the plants are put out, the better; and thoy 

 should be watered-in when planted, so that they receive 

 as little a check as possible. They must be kept clear of 

 weeds, and earthed up as soon as they get a good size. 

 Daring severe frost, some light dry litter may with 



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