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flowers on the bunch show that they have been fertilized. 

 Mark the bunch, and take care that no worm or insect in- 

 jures it during its growth. 



It is best to thin out the flowers before they open ; cut 

 away at least one half the number, as it will be more con- 

 venient to operate upon those left. Besides, the berries 

 will have more room to grow, and will be larger and ma- 

 ture better than if all were left on. 



When the fruit is ripe, gather it, and proceed the same 

 as recommended for seedlings in the preceding chapter. 



