“BOWMAN’S BETTER SEEDS” 39 
CULTURAL DIRECTIONS—Continued 
MUSTARD 
Early in the spring start planting, and continue planting every ten days, to insure 
plenty of greens. Sow seed 7 inch deep. 
OKRA 
Sow seed 1 inch deep as soon as the ground becomes warm. Sow in rows 3 feet 
apart. Thin out to 18 to 24 inches apart in the row. 
ONION 
Seed may be planted as early in the spring as the ground can be well worked. 
Sow seed 4% to % inch deep in rows 12 to 18 inches apart. When seedlings are 
3 to 4 inches tall, thin or transplant to 3 to 4 inches apart for making large bulbs. 
For growing sets, do not thin. Weed and cultivate freely. When bulbs reach ma- 
turity, break down tops to hasten ripening before harvest. 
PARSLEY 
For winter, plant seed in pots or sow in the early spring in rows 12 to 18 inches 
apart, 144 inch deep. Thin seedlings 6 to 8 inches apart in the row. Seed sometimes 
germinates slowly. It can be aided by soaking over night in warm water. 
PARSNIP 
Plant seed early. It requires plenty of moisture to germinate. Water is often al- 
lowed to soak in the rows before planting of seed. Rich, sandy loam well pulver- 
ized is best for better parsnips. Sow seed in rows 2 to 3 feet apart, about % inch 
deep. Thin seedlings to 4 to 6 inches apart in the row. Frost improves the flavor. 
May be left over winter in the ground or dug and stored. 
PEANUTS 
Rich, limed, sandy soil is best. Plant after all danger of frost is past. Plant seeds 
2 inches deep in rows 2% to 3 feet apart, space the shelled nuts 8 to 10 inches 
apart, unshelled 16 to 18 inches apart, in the row. Cultivate freely. Dig before frost; 
hang plants in a protected, airy place to dry and cure. Inoculate seed before plant- 
ing to increase yield and hasten maturity. 
PEAS B dither hey hoe tog LP eee 
Peas may be planted quite early, siuce light frosts rarely injure them. Continue 
to replant every ten to fifteen days to insure continuous bearing. May also be 
planted late for late fall bearing. Sow seed 1 to 2 inches deep in rows 2 to 3 feet 
apart and seeds about 2 inches apart. Light, rich soil will allow better, quicker 
growth. Inoculate seed before planting, for quicker maturity and better yields. 
Varieties that grow over 20 inches should be staked when about 4 to 6 inches tall. 
PEPPERS 
Plants should be started indoors or in hotbeds, allowing seven to ten weeks before 
setting of plants. Cover seeds % inch with good fine soil. Transplant in rows 
2 to 3 feet apart and spaced 18 to 24 inches in the row. Moderately light, well fer- 
tilized soil is best. 
PUMPKIN 
Never plant until the ground is quite warm in the spring. Plant seeds % to 1 inch 
deep in hills 6 to 8 feet apart. Place five or six seeds in each hill, later thinning 
to two or three plants per hill. Seeds may also be placed in every fourth hill in the 
corn field. 
RADISH 
Seeds can be planted as early as the ground can be worked in the spring. Make 
continuous plantings from seven to ten days apart. Light soils produce the best 
and smoothest roots. Rows should be 12 to 18 inches apart and cover seed 1% inch 
with fine soil. Later thin plants 1 to 2 inches apart in the row. Plant winter 
varieties from the middle of June to the middle of August. 
RHUBARB 
Seed should be planted in the early spring in well worked soil. Rows should be 18 
inches apart. Thin seedlings to 7 to 12 inches apart. The next spring transplant 
to permanent location. Crowns should be covered with 4 inches of fine soil and 
spaced 2 to 4 feet apart. 
