RHUBARB

Sun (Auckland), Volume IV, Issue 946, 12 April 1930, Page 30

RHUBARB

TRANSPLANT NOW It is a good time now to transplant rhubarb clumps or to purchase new ones. In planting, spread the roots well out, and space each plant at least three feet apart. This will allow the plants to fully develop during the summer. When making a bed it is advisable to have both an early and a late variety in order to prolong the season. As it takes some little time in reestablishing itself after transplanting, it is advisable to divide up only half the old plants. In transplanting, make a good excavation about the clump in order to get well below the fibrous roots. The old, long dock-like roots may be shortened some distance from the clump, and, in fact, it is advisable to remove any broken or damaged roots to prevent decay. TOOLS How about the garden tools these days when you fairly itch for the garden season to open? Have you thought about them? Half the fun of having a garden at all rests in a good assortment of tools. Look to the hoes and see that they are sharp. How about that wheel hoe that was so handy last summer? Is it sharp and ready for the first heavy duty? Are some of the handles of your tools loose? Have you looked up and tested the latest tools on the market? There are many convenient new instruments that will make your garden work a joy this year. When the old tools are all bright and sharp a thin film of grease will keep them so.