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best accomplished by frequently dusting it over, 
M'hen the Slugs are out in search of lood ; and 
at each time, when the earthing up of the 
Celery is performed, and after, if required, the 
rows may be watered with the Mixture (No. 13) 
as the lime dust at such times cannot be so rea- 
dily thrown upon the Slugs, As the Celery, 
with the earth put to it, forms a complete retreat 
for them, where they can lodge and feed in neaily 
all kinds of weather, they should be frequently 
attended to, for, although the ground may have 
been cleai'ed ot the parent, it is very piobable 
that there will be eggs remaining, which will be 
brought into animation, and follow the ravenous 
pursuits of their predecessors. 
Worms. — These reptiles very much spot the 
blanched Celery, by piercing it into small holes, 
which must depreciate its value. 
Fob theib Destbuction. — At the time of 
earthing up, the operator, or a boy to follow him, 
should be provided with quick lime, which must 
be thrown moderately upon the W^orms, as they 
appear. In the performance the quantity requir- 
ed to destroy them will be readily perceived by 
the performer; it is very trifling, providing it 
alight fairly upon them. They may also be readily 
destroyed by pouring the lime-water (No, 15) iu 
the chasm where the Celery stands. 
Salt is also destructive to the Worms, and 
may be thinly scattered upon them, providing it 
