EXAMINATION IN HORTICULTURE. 



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5. — What are the essential points in the structure of roots as 

 contrasted with that of stems ? 



6. — What are the special effects produced by nitrogenous 

 manures and by mineral manures respectively ? 



7. — Describe the shoot of a Peach tree and the arrangement 

 of its buds. 



8. — What part of the plant furnishes the vegetable known as 

 Asparagus ? 



9. — What are the main differences between the " seed " of a 

 flowering plant and the " spore " of a fungus ? 



Division B. 



HORTICULTURAL PRACTICE. 



1. — Describe the preparation of the ground for the Onion 

 crop ; the method of sowing the seed and subsequent treatment ; 

 also the most suitable soil. 



2. — What are the circumstances which should regulate the 

 frequency of watering and the amount of water to be given to 

 plants in pots ? 



3. — Describe the most suitable soil, and the method of 

 culture, for such tap-rooted vegetables as the Carrot and Parsnip. 



4. — Say what you know about the origin of the Cherry and 

 Apricot ; the soil and manure most suitable to each ; the diseases 

 they are subject to, and the most effective remedies. 



5. — Give the names of the best varieties of Strawberries. 

 What is the most suitable soil for their culture ? Describe the 

 culture (in detail) for forcing and the open garden. 



6. — W T hat is the origin of the Carnation and the garden 

 Pink ? How may a supply of flowers be obtained from these 

 plants all the year round ? Describe the diseases and the methods 

 of prevention and cure. 



7. — Describe the culture of the Daffodil ; its propagation ; 

 the diseases and other enemies that attack the plants, and the 

 best treatment. 



8. — Describe the general details of Orchard House Culture, 

 and state whether there are any advantages in growing fruit 

 trees in pots. 



9. — What are the best methods for ventilating hothouses 

 and for shading the plants ? Give general details. 



