GARDENING FOR LITTLE GIRLS 
Spinach. 
Sow in early spring in drills made 34 in. deep, 
and 1 ft. apart, as early as the ground can be 
worked. Thereafter, every two weeks for succes- 
sion. Good rich soil is necessary. 
Squash. 
Be sure of rich, warm soil. Plant in well-ferti- 
lized hills, like melons or cucumbers, at least 4 or 
5 ft. apart. Sow eight to ten seeds to a hill, and 
after the insects have had their feast, keep only 
three or four of the vines that are strongest. To 
repress the ardor of the squash vine borer, scatter 
a handful of tobacco dust around each plant. 
Tomatoes. 
Most easily started by getting the young plants 
grown under glass, and setting out in the open 
ground in May. Put 4 ft. apart, in rich, mellow 
soil, and water freely. Seed can be started, how- 
ever, in the house, in March, then the seedlings 
transplanted into old berry-boxes or flowerpots, 
and allowed to grow slowly until about May 15th 
(around New York), when they can be set in the 
open ground. Plants are attractive when tied to 
stakes or a trellis, and produce earlier, better and 
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