crown. Thoroughly irrigate by furrow immedi- 
ately, and about once a week. Feed only after 
plants have made good growth, using 1 lb. Gro- 
Rite per 10 plants, cultivated into the furrows. 
Pinch off first flowers for several weeks, and all run- 
ners of most varieties. Gem Everbearing require 
but two pinchings; Rockhills have no runners. 
BUSH BERRIES 
Plant at least 4 feet (better, 6 feet) apart each 
way, and soak well. Irrigate thoroughly every two 
weeks after the rainy season. Next January put 
canes up on a simple trellis about 4 feet high, made 
by stretching parallel wires (one at top and one at 
middle) between stakes set at intervals down the 
row. After these first-year canes fruit, prune 
them out, to throw all the strength to the new 
growth for next season’s crop. Feeding 1 lb. Gro- 
Rite per plant in early spring is advisable. 
ASPARAGUS 
Set roots about 1% feet apart in rows 2% feet 
apart, spreading roots and covering crowns, in a 
trench 6 inches deep, with 2 inches of sandy soil 
and filling in as tops develop. Do not cut the first 
season, but irrigate frequently. Cut off close to 
ground in fall when berries turn red, and mulch 
heavily with manure. 
ARTICHOKE 
Allow 4 to 6 feet apart, planting roots deeper 
than originally, and firming soil well. Occasional 
irrigation is usually sufficient after good growth 
