EXAMINATION IN COTTAGE AND ALLOTMENT GARDENING. 201 



EXAMINATION IN COTTAGE AND ALLOTMENT 

 GARDENING, APRIL 11, 1006. 



The Examiners in this examination suggested that it would be very 

 useful to future candidates to publish a specimen of the answers given 

 by one of the most successful candidates : therefore one of their papers 

 has been given. It should be borne in mind that it is printed exactly as 

 given in, without any correction whatever, or comment, except that, 

 notwithstanding any blemishes which may be detected, the Examiners 

 consider it a most excellent paper for any candidate to have written. 



Examination in Cottage and Allotment Gardening, 

 Wednesday, Apeil 11, 1906. 



Bead this first, carefully. 



Three hours are allowed for this Paper. Eight Questions at least must be 

 answered, and conciseness and terseness will be acceptable. The sheets of paper on 

 which the Questions are answered must be pinned together securely in their right 

 order. Each paper of Questions given out bears a different number, and the Candidate 

 must write that number distinctly on the top of every sheet of paper he hands in. 

 He must also write his name and address privately to the Society in an envelope 

 which will be given out for the purpose with each paper of Questions. 



1. Give details briefly as to the proper times and methods for sowing 

 Onion seed out of doors in the garden, and under glass in winter ; name 

 a few good varieties for the various seasons. 



2. Mention several common varieties of Winter Greens, and give the 

 best times and methods of sowing the seeds to secure a long succession. 



3. Describe the preparation of ground for Scarlet Runner Beans ; the 

 best time and method of sowing the seeds, staking the plants, and general 

 cultivation ; name two or three good varieties. 



4. Give a list of six varieties of Potatoes for garden or allotment ; 

 name their seasons, whether early or late ; give the proper distances for 

 planting, and some information as to general cultivation. 



5. Explain the proper methods of raising Tomato Plants from seed, 

 their cultivation in pots or boxes in a greenhouse, or planted out of doors 

 in the open ground or against fences or wall. Mention two good varieties 

 for either purpose. 



6. Name six of the most suitable kinds of salading for a cottage or 

 allotment garden, consideration being given to an extended season of 

 supply. Indicate the methods of cultivation best suited to each kind. 



7. Describe Bush Fruits ; what they are, how generally cultivated, the 

 best and most economical situations. Name a few good varieties of 

 each. 



8. Describe a few of the insect pests that infest Apple trees, and how 

 these may be most effectually overcome. 



9. Mention a few suitable Roses for training over arches, fences, or 

 cottages ; also describe diverse forms of garden ~Roses,J.e. how commonly 

 designated. Give remedial measures for Aphis and Mildew. 



