56 Gardening Under Glass 



shaded. As soon as they seem to be estabhshed 

 in the pots, transfer them to a frame or a bench 

 in the greenhouse. These pots are usually 

 "plunged" half their depth in soil or ashes, so 

 as to prevent their being knocked over, and to 

 keep them from drying out too rapidly. 



Until new growth begins, water is to be given 

 rather sparingly, just enough to keep the soil 

 fairly moist and the plants from wilting. Once 

 established, these little plants will grow very 

 rapidly. Many things will begin to bloom in 

 these little 2-inch pots! 



For general care after growth begins, and di- 

 rections for re-potting, see Chapter VIII. 



