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Paris-green. Leaf rust and mildew are best 

 destroyed by an early spraying with sulphide 

 of potassium. Other fungicides can be used 

 after the fruit is gathered. Affected leaves 

 should be burned. 



The plan of mowing off all the foliage imme- 

 diately after fruiting, though seemingly so un- 

 natural, is practiced by many of our best cul- 

 tivators with excellent results. It is claimed 

 that a new, more healthy, and vigorous plant 

 is thus developed. After the fruit has matured 

 the plant is at comparative rest for a time ; 

 both the foliage and the roots dry off, to a 

 considerable extent, and trial proves that the 

 removal of most of the foliage causes a new 

 and more vigorous start, and is a positive 

 benefit. 



