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what second crops can be grown. For instance, 

 early peas will have been used by the end of 

 June, and their place can be taken by a second 

 sowing of cucumbers and lettuce-plants. The 

 first sowing of beans can be followed in July by 

 turnips, Brussels sprouts, or celery. 



Make out lists of vegetable- and flower-seeds. 

 It is better to order now, when you are sure of 

 getting the variety you want, which is not al- 

 ways so later in the season. 



Cabbage, cauliflower, onions, lettuce, egg- 

 plant, and several other vegetables can be 

 started now, either in a hotbed, or, failing 

 that, in boxes in a sunny window of a warm 

 room. Some flower-seeds should be started in 

 the same way, to insure early blooming in the 

 garden if annuals are depended upon. Seed- 

 boxes need not be more than two inches deep. 

 Bore holes in the bottom; cover over with a 

 layer of dry moss or coarse ashes, and fill up 

 with potted mould. 



A general rule is to cover seeds not more 

 than their own depth. Press the earth down 



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