Packing and Shipping Field-Grown Plants 



Commence the packing by placing a layer of well-moistened sphagnum 

 moss, about three inches deep, over the bottom of the box. Tilt the box 

 up at an angle of about 45 degrees ; then, beginning at the lower end of the 

 box, lay the plants firmly against the end, having previously lined up the 

 end of the box, about six inches above the bottom, with a layer of moist- 

 ened sphagnum. Put in a layer of plants, then work in a layer of sphag- 



Carnation Plants Packed for Shipment 



num around and through the roots, and up around the neck, working in 

 about two or three layers of plants with moss, according to size. Be sure 

 that the moss covers the roots thoroughly, so that they will not be exposed 

 to the air ; and have the moss sufficiently dampened to remain moist during 

 the entire period of transit. Xow take a cleat that will just fit in the box, 

 so it can be nailed through at each end, and press the plants sufficiently 



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