MONTHLY CALENDAR 
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Cardoons may be laid in like Celery, or preserved in sand 
in a cellar. Leeks may be taken up and laid in rows close 
together against a ridge, and covered up as far as the lowei 
leaves. If the last row be protected from frost by a coat of 
stable dung, they can be taken out when required for use. 
Corn Salad, Spinach, and Lettuce, may be protected by a 
covering of straw, salt hay, or cedar brush. For the man- 
agement of Artichoke beds, see page 32 ; Asparagus, 37 ; 
Rhubarb 91 ; Sea-Kale, 95. 
Dig up roots of Horse-radish in the manner recommended 
last month, to preserve in sand or pits, for use when the 
ground is frozen or ice-bound. Do the like by Jerusalem 
Artichokes, which are now in their full perfection. At the 
same time take up as many Parsnips and other hardy roots, 
as will be required for use the next three months. Spread 
short horse dung over the Onions that were sown in August 
and September, which will protect them through the winter. 
DECEMBER. 
“A wet, sultry summer, prognostics affirm, 
A boist’rous autumn will bring in its turn j 
A cold, sour autumn and summer portend 
A winter severe from beginning to end. ” 
If all was not done as directed last month, there is no 
time to be lost. Every thing that needs protection should 
now be attended to, and if the weather continues open, some 
of the ground may be ploughed or trenched, to receive the 
benefit of winter frosts. Collect all your Pea-sticks and 
Bean-poles together, and place them under cover to prevent 
their rotting. Turn over compost heaps, and provide manure 
for another year. 
Those who are desirous of having Cucumbers or Melons 
early in the ensuing spring, and have not the convenience 
