The Culture of Vegetables and Flowers From Seeds and Roots

part leaf-soil or well-decayed manure, with a small quantity of wood

ashes, will suit Peas admirably. At no time is a forcing temperature needed. From 50° to 55° at night, with a rise of about 10° by day will suffice, and free ventilation must be given whenever possible with safety. Apply water carefully, but never allow the roots to become dust-dry.

Peas for Exhibition.—On th...