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for those which are not required so very early ; 

 as the increasing temperature of the weather in 

 the course of their growth, affords facility for 

 their being matured with a greater degree of 

 strength. 



Thirdly — The method of bringing to per- 

 fection the late frame, or spring sown cucum- 

 ber. The directions upon this head will be 

 found extremely useful, both to young practi- 

 tioners, and those who are not professed 

 horticulturists. Many gentlemen who cultivate 

 their own gardens, and are desirous of possessing 

 a cucumber bed, will find the information here 

 given of great utility. 



Fourthly — -In treating upon the processs 

 necessary for the management of the hand- 

 glass cucumber in the summer months, I have 

 offered an improved system, which will be found 



