GARDENER'S CHRONICLE.

Dunstan Times, Issue 197, 3 February 1866, Page 3

GARDENER'S CHRONICLE.

II A It C II . In well prepared ground, and in moist situations sow cabbage, cauliflower, lettuce, spinach, and winter greens of the borecole family. Made a last sowing of turnips for the season early in the month. The growth of rhubarb will be greatly improved by a top dressing of short manure. An application of liquid guano will be highly beneficial The plants should not be stripped too close—three or four leaves should always be left, as close stripping weakens the plant, and impairs their bearing properties for the next season. Finish planting out leeks and celery and finally thin out every description of root crops. Pay particular attention to the keeping down of weeds, which, if allowed ti shed the'r seed, will occasion much trouble next season. Thin out tomatoes so as to admit air and light. Gather French beans whilst young enough to cook; if any are allowed to ripen the plants will at once leave off bearing. Payparticular attention to the gourd tribe . stop leading shoots, one joint above the fruit. This will produce laterals which are in reality the chief fruit bearers. In the absence of bees pumpkins and marrows will require to be inoculated. FRUIT GARDES. Trained trees will require attention Remove ties from grafts. Thin raspberry canes so as to admit light and air to those intended for bearing next season. FLOWER GARDEN. Stake and tie dahlias, chrysanthemums, hollyhocks, and other tall growers. A good mulching of manure should be placed over the roots of both dahlias and hollyhocks, which will prevent evaporation and produce rapid growth. Propogate bycuttings the Petunea Verbena, geranium antirrhinum and fuschia, Roses maystill be budded. Bulbs of hyacinths, tulips, Ranuncules and anemones should be taken up as the foliage turns yellow. Pinks and carnations may still be increased by pipings or layers,