71; Lettuce, 72; plant Melon seed in hot-beds, 132; sow Onion, 78; Parsley, 80; Parsnip, 81; Pepper, 82; plant Peas, 83; Potatoes, in frames, 133; sow Radish seed, 88 and 134; plant Rocambole, 89; Rhubarb, 90; Sea-Kale, 95; Skirret, 97; sow Spinach seed, 99; Tomato, 101 and 112; Turnip seed, 104; prepare to make Hop plantations, 139; sow Herb seed, 106 to 108. Plant esculents for seed, beginning with the hardiest kinds; raise up and plant Cabbage stumps, &c., to produce greens early for the table. In the course of this month, every thing should be forwarded relative to the cultivation and preparation of the ground, by levelling such as may have lain in ridges through the winter, and by manuring and digging the soil generally, preparatory to sowing and planting it early in next month.

In the event of unfavourable weather in March, the planting of some of the articles above enumerated may be delayed until the early part of April; but it should be borne in mind that if the hardiest kinds can be planted early, more time will be afforded to other important business, as the season progresses.

APRIL.

"The state of the wind augurs rain, as they say,
When restless in changes, now this, now that way,
Or hollow, comes whistling plaintively by,
The rain it betokens is probably nigh."

THIS is certainly the most important month in the year for gardening operations. Finish as early as possible the planting of esculents for seed, and see that all plants of the same genus are remote from each other, or they will adul terate. All the soil of a garden should be dug or ploughed this month if possible, and some of the early crops sown last month will require hoeing and weeding.

Great care should be taken to have good sound seed, as

this is a matter of the utmost importance, and for want of which, many are disappointed in their principal crops when too late to sow again. It is also a material consideration to have the best varieties both of seed and plants of their respective kinds. See page 25.

If not done last month, make plantations of Artichokes, 31; Asparagus, 35; Beans, Vicia faba, 39; towards the end of the month, plant Beans, Phaseolus, 41 and 42; Beet seed, 44; sow late kinds of Broccoli seed, 48; not Cape Broccoli until May; seed of Cabbage for summer use, 55; Cardoon, 58; Carrot, 59; Celery, 60; sow Cress seed, 64; plant Cucumber in frames, 124; sow Endive, 68; plant Horse Radish, 69; Indian Corn, 70; Jerusalem Artichokes, 70; sow Leek seed, 71; Lettuce seed, 72; plant Melon in hot-beds, 132; sow Mustard seed, 76; plant Nasturtium, 76; sow Onion seed, 78; Parsley, 80; Parsnip, 81; plant Peas, 83; Potatoes, 85; Sweet Potatoes, 86; sow Radish seed, 88; plant Rocambole, 89; Rhubarb, 90; Salsify, 92; Scorzonera, 93; Sea Kale, 94; sow Skirret, 97; Spinach, 99; Tomato, 101, 112, and 136; Turnip seed, 104; Turnip-rooted Cabbage in varieties, 56; make Hop plantations, 139. Sow the seed of Angelica, Anise, Basil, Burnet, Boreage, Caraway, Chervil, Clary, Coriander, Dill, Fennel, Pot Marigold, Sweet Marjoram, Patience, Dock, Sorrel, Summer Savory, Smallage, Thyme, Bene, Boneset, Catnep, Celandine, Saffron, and such other Aromatic, Sweet, and Medicinal Herbs as may be required. Also separate and transplant all kinds of Perennial Herb roots, such as Mint, Pennyroyal, Sage, Winter Savory, Tarragon, and Medicinal Herbs in general, as described page 106 to 108. If not done last month, attend to the spring dressing of Artichoke beds, 33; Asparagus, 37; Rhubarb, 91; Sea Kale, 95.

Besides the work of sowing and planting the various kinds of seed above enumerated, all the strongest plants of Cabbage, Cauliflower, and Lettuce, must be taken from the hotbeds and frames, and transplanted into the regular beds in

the open garden. Attend to such other business in this department as may have been left undone last month, and see that the garden be kept neat and free from weeds.

MAY.

Much dew on the grass portends, as all say,
That day which succeeds will be a clear day;
But when no dew moistens the grass on the plain,
Kind Heaven requites it by sending it rain."

As the warm weather progresses, the gardener should be on the alert, in order to conquer the various kinds of insects. Burn damp litter, stubble, leaves, weeds, &c., near fruit trees, and sow ashes over the ground. Attend to plantations of Cabbages, Cauliflower, &c.; hoe them frequently, and draw earth to their stems; look out for and destroy grub worms, caterpillars, and other insects, 18 to 21; thin out the early plantings of Beets, Carrots, Parsnips, Salsify, &c., and destroy weeds, to prevent their seeding the ground. Plant and sow such kinds of seed as were omitted last month; the sowing of Celery, Leek, Onion, Parsley, Parsnip, Salsify seed, &c., should be attended to without farther delay. Transplant Cabbage, Lettuce, Tomato, Egg-plants, &c., from the hot-beds and warm borders. Plant Beans, 41 and 42; Beet, 44; Borecole, 46; Brussels Sprout seed, 47; Cape Broccoli, 49; Cauliflower, 53; Cabbage, 55 and 56; Carrot, 59; Cress, 64; plant Cucumber, 65; sow Endive, 68; plant Indian Corn, 70; Melon, 74; Water Melon, 75; sow Mustard seed, 76; plant Nasturtium, 76; Okra, 77; Pepper, 82; Peas, 83; Potatoes, 85; Potatoes, Sweet, 86; Pumpkins, 87; sow Radish seed, 88; Squash, 100; Tomato, 101; early in this month finish sowing all kinds of Aromatic, Pot, Sweet, and Medicinal Herbs, 106 to 108. Some of the old hot-beds may be spawned for Mushrooms, but it is best to form new ones. Uncover productive beds once a week,

and gather the produce; clear them of weeds and wet litter, and put a little dry hay or straw next the bed. Prepare fresh spawn, &c., 125 to 130.

Watering will now frequently be required for newly planted vegetables, both at the time of transplanting, and occasionally afterward, in dry weather, until the roots are established in the soil. Likewise seed-beds recently sown, till the young plants become vigorous.

Weeding must be very diligently attended to, both by hand and hoe; for as weeds grow luxuriantly, it is necessary to eradicate them before they spread too far, as, by neglect, they will not only impede the growth, but eventually smother the plants.

Toward the end of the month, top such of the English Broad Beans as may be in blossom, to promote the swelling of the pods, as well as their early maturity. [See page 40.]

Those who have young families should not fail sowing some Bene-plant seed, as the plant, by being steeped in a glass of water, produces a glutinous liquid, which is an efficacious remedy for the summer complaint. It may be sown in drills and managed the same as salad or Parsley. [See Herbs, 107.]

may

JUNE.

"The sky dress'd in placid soft redness at night
Portends the next day will be cloudless and bright;
A fierce angry redness that shoots up at morn,
And tinges the clouds, is a token of storm."

THE principal sowing seasons for general crops may be considered as past, but there are many kinds of seed which be sown this month; and the gardener should ascertain the success of his former plantings, in order to make up any deficiencies from failures, before the season be too far advanced. By this time some of the early crops will be cleared off, and such ground as was manured for the early crops of

Lettuce, Radishes, Spinach, &c., will be excellent for late Beets and Carrots. Hoe and thin out all standing crops, and clean vacant ground, to prevent weeds from running to seed. If the ground be dry, frequent hoeing will be beneficial. Use means to destroy insects; read pages 18 to 21 for information on this subject. Plant Kidney Beans, 41 and 42; Beet seed, 44. If the seedling plants of Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, &c., failed last month, sow again early this month. Water the beds frequently, and sow tobacco dust, soot, ashes, &c., or use the liquid recommended, page 19. Transplant Cabbage, Celery, &c., for summer use; transplant Cardoons, 58; sow Carrot seed in drills, 59; plant Cucumber seed in hills, 65; sow Endive, 68; plant Indian Corn, 70; transplant Leeks, 71; Okra seed may be planted early in this month, 77; plant Peas, if dry weather, soak them five or six hours in water, 83; plant Potatoes, 85; Potatoes, Sweet, 86; Pumpkin seed, 87; sow summer Radish seed, 89; plant Squash, 100.

As the herbs come into flower, they should be cut on a dry day, and spread in a shady place to dry for winter use, 108. Conduct Hop vines to the poles, and when they have reached the top, nip off the tops to strengthen the stems, 140.

Hoe between the Artichokes, and in order to have the main top fruit attain its full size, detach the small suckers, or lateral heads. [See page 34.]

Early Cauliflowers, which will now be progressing toward maturity, must be watered in dry weather; and as the heads begin to exhibit themselves, break down some of the large leaves over them to protect them from the rays of the sun, and from rain, 52.

Keep Asparagus clear of weeds, and also Onions; and give those beds that are to stand for ripening, a final thinning, as suggested in page 78.