THE VEGETABLE GARDEN 307 
Parts for forcing may be cut from old plants that 
have become too thick. With a sharp spade cut through 
the root without disturbing the part to be left in the 
ground. The cut must be made deep in order to get 
all of the heavy roots containing the nourishment for 
the stalks. 
Harvesting. Some stalks may be taken the second 
year. Begin harvesting early in the spring. Never take 
away all of the leaves, for they must supply the food to 
the roots for the next year’s crop. Remove the stalks 
with a quick downward and outward pull. 
