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  2. Field and Garden Reminders for January.

    The rain that fell during the latter part of November and early in December in many parts of the colony proved of immense benefit both to crops and pastures. The heaviest rain was ...

    Article : 1,248 words
  3. ORCHARD AND FRUIT GARDEN.

    In those parts of the colony that have been favored with rain the midsummer fruit has shown much improvement both in size and quality, and some very fine samples are now to be seen in the ...

    Article : 823 words
  4. THE GLASS-HOUSE.

    Plenty of air should be given to this structure in fine weather, and on warm nights the sashes may be left open with advantage to the plants. Shade must be given during the hottest part of ...

    Article : 218 words
  5. THE BUSH HOUSE.

    Palms and tree-ferns, and, indeed, all well-established, vigorous-growing plants, should have plenty of water, both at the roots and overhead. Early in the mornings and late in the evenings ...

    Article : 100 words
  6. A Weatherproof Field Gate.

    The above illustration shows a gate that is largely used in Cape Colony, its merits being described as including cheapness and lasting qualities, owing to its being proof against the weather. The gate is made of wrought iron or steel tubing and steel galvanised wire. It is claimed that they never sag, and need only an ordinary light gate post to hang on. The wire is tightened by twisting, the down wires ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 87 words
  7. SEMI-TROPICAL CULTIVATION.

    On land that has been brought to a good tilth, and to which, if not naturally rich, some suitable manure has been applied, the sowing for the winter crop of maize, sorghum, amber cane, ...

    Article : 147 words
  8. Different Ways of Serving Maize.

    Stewed: Cut the maize off the cob, to each quart allow 2 tablespoons butter, and seasoning to taste, cook slowly ½ hour in just enough water to cover. When done, it should be nearly dry; add 1 ...

    Article : 332 words
  9. THE FLOWER GARDEN.

    In the coastal districts and more favored parts of the colony many gardens are still gay with beautiful flowers. Some of the bulbous and tuberous rooted plants are flowering very profusely, ...

    Article : 565 words
  10. THE KITCHEN GARDEN.

    The recent rains have very materially benefited the crops in this department, and in the coastal districts most seasonable garden esculents are now in fair supply. In the more favored districts ...

    Article : 668 words
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    The cows should be fed grain regularly daily to maintain the milk flow, notwithstanding the pasturage is good. ...

    Article : 18 words
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