LESSONS IN GREENHOUSE WORK 



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sand should be kept moist, and the sun 

 should not strike the cuttings too strongly, 

 although they should have a strong light. 



a. Cuttings 



A FLAT OF CUTTINGS 

 b. Sharp sand c. Gravel for drainage 



They will need air. It is better to have 

 the sand warmer than the air. The cut 

 at the bottom of the cuttings should be 

 made with a clean sharp knife, and 

 should be made just below a node. 



