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Of planting Basil. 



When the plants have grown to the height of two 

 inches, transplant them into a border of rich light 

 earth, in rows, nine or ten inches asunder, and four 

 or five in the row ; or into a bed, at six or eight 

 inches square. Some sow where it is to remain ; 

 but it improves in strength, by being transplanted. 

 There are two sorts, ,the Tall and the Bush Basil, 

 which are both used as pot-herbs, and may be treated 

 alike in every respect. They must have gentle and 

 occasional waterings, according to the state of the 

 weather. 



Of sowing Borage. 



Borage is used as a pot-herb, and likewise for 

 cool-tankards. Sow in a light, dry spot, any time 

 this month, and likewise a little in April and May, 

 for a succession. Wherever it ripens and sheds 

 seed, it will rise again abundantly. 



Of sowing Caraway. 



Caraway may be sown, as above, either now or 

 next month. A small spot will produce seeds 

 enough to serve an ordinary family. 



Of sowing Fennel. 



Sow in a spot of light earth, any time in the 

 month. It may also be propagated by slips of the 

 root, and a few plants will be sufficient. 



Of sowing Marigold. 



Sow in every respect at directed above for bo- 

 rage. 



