190 A HOME VEGETABLE-GARDEN 



sole enemy, the root-maggot. Sow them, a few 

 at a time, until warm weather. They will be ready 

 to pull in less than a month. Their fresh red 

 color and biting taste are a part of early spring. 

 A heaped plate of the tiny red roots with the green 

 tops for a garnish will be hunger sauce for the 

 meal. Their bit of red and pungent taste are an 

 addition to any salad. 



