LESSONS IN GREENHOUSE WORK 



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sand should be kept moist, and the sun 

 should not strike the cuttings too strongly, 

 although they should have a strong light. 



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a. Cuttings 



A FLAT OF CUTTINGS 

 b. Sharp sand c . Gravel for drainage 



They will need air. It is better to have 

 the sand warmer than the air. The cut 

 at the bottom of the cuttings should be 

 made with a clean sharp knife, and 

 should be made just below a node. 



