244 SATURDAY IN MY GARDEN 



This method of treatment has the advantage that it enables 

 one to clear the beds early in May and to dig them over and prepare 

 them thoroughly for their summer occupants. 



If, however, it be desired to leave the bulbs to increase and 

 multiply hi the ground at will, the foliage must not on any account 

 be disturbed until it is withered. Then cut it off almost down to 

 the ground level Afterwards, of course, care will be necessary 

 in forking up the soil so that the bulbs are not injured. 



