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that twelve inches in the row gives the heaviest yield of 

 large roots. One ponnd properly sown in drills will be 

 sufficient for an acre. If broadcast, twice as much seed 

 is required. Sow seed in July and August. 



It is of great importance to secure a well-bred seed 

 of the rutabagas. Inferior seed produces a long, woody 

 neck between the bud and root. 



Bloomsdale Purple Top has given entire satisfaction 

 for many years. It makes large roots of excellent 

 quality. 



Bon Air, advertised by Alexander Seed Company, 

 Augusta, Ga., is the favorite with those who have 

 grown it. 



There are few other plants all parts of which are 

 edible. The leaves are highly prized as a boiled salad, 

 while the roots are cooked in a great variety of ways. 

 Some object to the decided turnip taste. The most 

 delicate dish made from turnips is prepared by boiling 

 the roots, after slicing them, until thoroughly done, 

 passing them through a colander and seasoning with a 

 little butter, cream, salt and pepper, and stewing until 

 the cream and butter disappear by absorption in the 

 turnips. The boiled salad is considered very wholesome, 

 especially the fresh, tender growth in early spring. 



In England, turnips are planted for sheep, which are 

 corraled on them at night in a portion of the field 

 divided off by a movable fence. The sheep devour both 

 tops and roots, and enrich the land while consuming the 

 crop. 



