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SCHOOL AND HOME GARDENS 
PLAN oF THE HoME GARDEN 
Rows. The rows should run north and south as nearly 
as possible. This will allow an equal distribution of the 
sun’s rays on the different parts of each plant. If the 
rows are too long for any one kind of vegetable, two 
or more kinds may be planted in the same row. Plants 
that mature at about the same time should be placed 
together. In a large garden the rows should be far 
enough apart for cultivation by horse power; they may 
be closer together in small gardens, but at least one foot 
should be allowed for using the wheel hoe. So far as 
possible, plants in adjoining rows should be graded as to 
size. I{ small plants are placed in rows next to large ones, 
they will obtain sunshine during only a part of the day. 
Space required by vegetables. Radishes, beets, and 
other crops that have a taproot with a small amount of 
top will admit of close cultivation, and for this reason 
need very little space. Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and 
cauliflower need more space, on account of their broad, 
spreading tops. Tomatoes grown on supports require less 
room than those allowed to spread on the ground without 
support. Corn must be given more room, on account of the 
spreading, fibrous roots that must provide nourishment 
and moisture for the stalk and ear. Space for squashes and 
pumpkins may be economized by planting them in corn 
rows, so that the vines may spread among the corn after 
that has been cultivated. Vines may also be permitted 
to run in potato patches after they are nearly matured. 
