

EARLY FLOWERING CHRYSANTHEMUMS 
FOR THE GARDEN 
My stock of this section is very large and in fine 
condition. Many of the varieties I hold in large 
quantity on which I can quote special prices to 
market growers and are marked (jf). 
On account of labor shortage, I am offering un- 
rooted cuttings until May Ist at approximately one- 
half the regular prices on varieties marked (jf) and 
others of my selection. 
CULTURAL SUGGESTIONS 
In preparing the soil, it is necessary to have 
ground deeply dug, and if not in very good condi- 
tion it should be manured the previous autumn or 
at the time of digging. 
The time for planting is from early May until 
the middle of June although this rule need not be 
strictly adhered to, as I have obtained splendid re- 
sults by planting right through into July. 
It is necessary to plant firmly and set plants 
about 18 inches apart each way and keep the 
ground in moist (not wet) condition at all times. In 
late plantings the plants may be set 12 to 14 inches 
apart, I recommend a second planting in early 
July for the Coast area. 
The method of stopping and disbudding varies 
according to the purpose which the grower re- 
quires, whether for garden decoration or exhibi- 
tions. A good general rule, however, is that. the 
plants should be pinched back to within 5 or 6 
inches of the ground as soon as they have started 
a healthy growth after planting. Then if required 
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