1% Maple Valley Iris Gardens 

Watch for any sign of tiny yellow specks (we call them mustard seed) on these leaves 
as they lie on the top of the moist ground and remove all affected leaves immediately. 
Draw the soil away from the base of the plants in danger and let in the air. If rot 
has set in, scrape away all affected parts and dust with copper carbonate or some 
copper dust. Leaf spot is also prevented and cured by removal of any browned leaves 
which appear later in the season. As th’s is also a fungus disease, it may be con- 
trolled by spraying with copper sclution. As leaf spot seldom shows up till about 
blooming season or after, some gardeners who are anxious to keep their planting 
completely free from it give their plants a preventative spraying several times during 
the season. This is a very good plan and worth the trouble it takes to keep the foliage 
attractive all Summer. 
Sixth, winter protection is very important in cold climates. Plants that have 
not been reset need no covering in this section, but all newly set plants appreciate a 
light covering to protect them, not from the cold, but from the evils of freezing and 
thawing of the soil around their roots. The covering should be light enough to allow 
the air to circulate. We find dry leaves, marsh hay, straw or excelsior satisfactory 
coverings. If leaves are dry and curled when put on so that they do not mat down, 
they work about the best for us. They should be put on only a few inches thick and 
held on by light brush. Such light covering may be left on till settled weather in 
spring without ‘harm to early growth. 
The more work you put in your garden, the more fun you get out of it. 

MR. AND MRS. CHARLES G. WHITING 
This attractive Garden Furniture will add comfort and beauty to your garden. 
It is hand made, of Cypress, and can be shipped to you—express prepaid—at the 
following very moderate prices: 
The Above Set—2 Chairs, Settee, Table, 2 Stands—all for $22.10. 
Separate pieces—Chairs $4.85, Settees $6.35, Tables $3.90, Stands $1.75. Foot- 
stools (not pictured) $1.10. , 
Write us for circular containing further description, pictures and prices. 
‘“WHO LOVES A GARDEN 
STILL HIS EDEN KEEPS’”’ 
