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H/5/1933-2-

Mary Brooke the second reader told
of the beauties of spring in the woods
so little seen and appreciated by some of us.
Also an article of delphiniums. Do
not let bloom the first year.
Leave not more than four sprouts
to the stalk, destroying all others.
Leave Lilacs after blooming but do
not trim too severely.

There were no volunteer articles.
Helen Farquhar Forethought advised
annuals intended for the house
in winter, should have early potting
and care to insure blooms.

The usual treatment for peonies is
again given, manure mainly but be
sure not to leave the crown of the
plant covered.. Sheep manure
recommended for tulips use a short
time before they come to bloom.
Adhesive tape is advised for holding
ivy to the wall.

In the garden plant corn at intervals
to insure succession of corn for family.
Fable Lavy cabbage is favored by Mary