10,000 Garden Questions Answered by 20 Experts, Volume 2 |
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... seed rows straight ? By stretching a stout cord taut between two stakes so that the cord lies along the ground where the row is to be made . In using the hoe to form the seed drill keep one side of the blade against the cord , which ...
... seed rows straight ? By stretching a stout cord taut between two stakes so that the cord lies along the ground where the row is to be made . In using the hoe to form the seed drill keep one side of the blade against the cord , which ...
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... seed has a low germination at best and if it is several years old will not germinate . It should be grown in well - limed soil . Obtain seed from reliable source ; sow thickly enough for the seeds to touch ; if thinning is needed , do ...
... seed has a low germination at best and if it is several years old will not germinate . It should be grown in well - limed soil . Obtain seed from reliable source ; sow thickly enough for the seeds to touch ; if thinning is needed , do ...
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... seed in hot weather . The best substitute- and a very good one too - is the so - called New Zealand spinach , which resembles spinach only when cooked . It loves heat and is very easy to grow , but makes a slow start . Soak seed 2 or 3 ...
... seed in hot weather . The best substitute- and a very good one too - is the so - called New Zealand spinach , which resembles spinach only when cooked . It loves heat and is very easy to grow , but makes a slow start . Soak seed 2 or 3 ...
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