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to plant the spring crops. The ground also is very often full 

 of the root-stocks of witch-grass or quack-grass, and it is very 

 necessary that these underground stems should be eradicated 

 before the crops are planted. The best time to do this is in 

 autumn when the gardener has comparative leisure. And 



A Young Gardener. 



the best way to do it is to dig out the root-stocks with a tined 

 fork, which will not cut them off as does a hoe or spade. It 

 is very desirable also that stones be removed from the soil 

 before crops are planted. 



Consequently, if you desire to have a successful garden 

 next season, decide on its location this fall, get the ground as 

 well prepared as possible, and leave it in such good condition 



