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followed by Cabbages, Brussels Sprouts, and such things which require a 

 larger amount of nitrogen, and more soda, lime, and sulphuric acid, than 

 Peas and Beans. The chief mineral constituent of Potatos is potash ; this 

 vegetable should therefore follow a green crop such as Cabbages, which 



do not need so much of it. Carrots, Parsnips, and Beet form badly 

 shaped roots if fresh manure is dug in shortly before sowing the seeds, 

 and they also require ground that has been moved to a good depth when 

 digging ; by sowing them on the ground previously occupied by Celery, 



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