CHAPTER XVI 



AROUND THE YEAR IN THE CRYSTAL GARDEN 



It is not only during the siege- time of winter, 

 but every month, every week, that there are 

 things of absorbing interest to do in the garden 

 under glass. As many of the most joyous 

 achievements with flowers and vegetables have 

 to be planned for a long time before, this little 

 "round-up" of greenhouse activities is presented 

 for the benefit of the beginner — a sort of guide, 

 philosopher, and friend in reminder form. Just 

 some of the most important things which 

 should be given attention from time to time, to 

 keep everything running smoothly, so that you 

 will not occasionally find yourself saying, "Why 

 didn't I think of that when it was time to sow 

 the seed! Now I'll have to wait another year!" 



The following is by no means a complete list 

 of everything that can be done; but it is enough 

 to help in the right direction. Make a practice 

 of dropping in to see your friends, and your 

 friends' gardeners; and keep tabs on what they 

 are doing, so that you can pick up all the new 



