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The Garden Magazine, July, 1924 
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FLOWER GROWING 
This book explains HOW: 
To prepare soil for different 
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To transplant plants— repot 
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To plant bulbs and care for 
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To get quick, sure results from 
seeds. 
To enlarge, improve color of 
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To grow flowers all sea¬ 
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ROSES 
This book explains: 
When, where and how to 
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How to cut and disbud for 
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How to prune and prepare for 
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How to eliminate insects and 
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How to grow roses for special 
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What roses are adapted to 
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PLANNING YOUR 
GARDEN 
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LAWN-MAKING 
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THE VEGETABLE 
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To transplant. 
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To cultivate vine fruity. 
To eliminate enemies of gar-^ 
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