APRIL.] KITCHEN VEGETABLES. 61 



Of dressing tJie rows or beds of Asparagus. 

 If the beds or rows of old grass have not been 

 digged or forked, as directed last nionth, the work 

 should not now be, delayed, as the roots will be in a 

 state of vegetation ; in which case, both them and 

 the buds, or crowns, are very easily injured. 



Of sowing Asparagus. 



The beginning or middle of the month is a pro- 

 per time to sow asparagus, either for transplanting, 

 or where it is to remain for good. See full direc- 

 tions in March. 



In dry weather, let both the new plantations and 

 sowings be frequently refreshed with water, and 

 keep them clean of weeds at all times. 



Of planting and earthing up Beans. 

 Still plant more beans for a succession to those 

 planted last month, and earth up the crops already 

 risen, according to their needs ; carefully destroying 

 all weeds that may appear among them. 



Of sowing Beet. 



Beet, for a full crop, may be sown about the 

 middle of the month. See March for full direc- 

 tions. 



Of sowing Brocoli and Brussels Sprouts. 

 Brocoli, for a full crop, may be sown about 

 the middle of the month. See March for direc- 

 tions j and sow in an open situation, on light soil. 



