GENERAL CULTURAL CALENDAR 69 



of the young plants may be planted in the field this month, 

 usually after the 15th. 



May. — Finish planting out of doors as early as possible, 

 and keep up the cultivation and hoeing of the soil between 

 the rows. Continue disbudding indoor stock for flowering 



June. — The worn-out crops may be thrown out this 

 month, while those for flowering may continue to be 

 shaded. Keep up the cultivation of the soil in the field, 

 and pinch the shoots of those plants that begin to run up. 

 Less water may be given to the plants in the field so as to 

 firm them up for the benching time. 



July. — By the end of the month benching will be in 

 progress, therefore do all possible to develop sturdy stock. 

 At the same time do not allow the plants to get hard and 

 wiry. Cultivate the soil, and keep a!ll clean, healthy and 

 steadily growing. Houses and benches must be thoroughly 

 cleaned and in readiness. Sow Grenadin varieties. Layer 

 Border varieties and Malmaisons. 



August. — Early in this month the benching must be 

 concluded, according to directions given elsewhere. Keep 

 the surface of the soil stirred between the plants after 

 planting, and top back the leading shoots, if early blooms 

 are not wanted. Pot up layers and seedlings. 



September. — Spray regularly, and keep disbudding. 

 See that the supports are placed in position in good time. 



October.- — The plants are growing fast, and sending 

 up flower stems, therefore require extra supports all the 

 time. Spray regularly, and continue free ventilation, 

 leaving a little on even on cool nights. Firing will now be 

 necessary occasionally. Afford a light mulch of sheep 

 manure over the soil. An occasional light dusting of lime 



