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28. HELLEBORE. 



1 ounce hellebore. 

 1-2 gallons water. 



Steep the hellebore in a pint of water and gradually add the rest 

 of the water. Hellebore may also be dusted over the plants, either 

 pure or mixed with flour or plaster. 



29. INSECT POWDER. PYRETHRUM. 



Mix with half its bulk of flour and keep in a tight can for 24 

 hours ; then dust over the plants. Or, 

 100 grains insect powder. 



2 gallons water. 



Mix together and spray. 



