Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1883-06-23


grower. While some varieties are more readily
attacked than others, in season when mildew
Is prevalent, few, II any, are exempt. II small
whitish patches, having the appearance OF
mould. appear on the leaves, usually on the I'M
der surface. use sulphur at once. The bellows
should be SO used as to diffuse the sulphur in a
cloud. and allow it to settle upon all parts ofthe
vine. The work should be done in still day.
Summe,'-ldye,-ing. method of propagat-
ing the grape may be practtced this month. as
early as the shoots are firm enough to handle.
KITCHEN AND MARKET GARDEN.
Aspdragus.-The crop of next spring will de-
pend upon vigorous growth Of tops this sum-
mer. Do not allow any large number of tops to
be cut for use as ''fy-catchers. rs we often see
done. Every plant cut now means several spears
less next spring. The thick mass of tops will
keep down most weeds; if an occasional tall
''pig-weed" establishes itself, pull 1t up If
seeds were sown to grow plants for making a
new plantation. keep the bed clear of weeds,
and encourage the plants by occasional hoeing.
Beans are hot weather plants, and sowing of
the bush sorts may be made at any time to keep
up succession. If wanted for picking, the
Refugee" is preferred. If Limas. after reach
ing the tops of the poles, throw out long wan
dering branches. pinch off the ends OF these, to
induce setting of pods.
Beets.-Continue to thin the earlier sown, and
keep clear of weeds. The ''BlOod Tnrnip" may
still be sown for winter use. We find it much
preferable to the large kinds
Cabbage and Caullao,cers. when large
enough, are to be set out from the seed-bed.
Land which was occupied by early potatoes.
with liberal manuring, makes an excellent
cabbage ground. Give the surface Of the soil
an occasional dressing with the rake to keep
down the weeds. In localities where the ''cab-
bage-wOrm' is troublesome, use Pyrethrum
powder or hot water.
C0rrOts.-Continue to work between the rows
until the tops are SO large as to be in the way.
Celery is usually set out this month. Market
gardeners put 1t upon land heavily MANFRED for
early cabbage or other early crop. Prepare the
ground by throwing out the soil with the plOw
going twice in the row, and place well-rOtted
manure in the burrows. Throw the soil back,
and work it with the roller and harrow until a
fine bed is made. The MANFRED burrows should
be three feet apart, and the plants set every six
inches In the rows Keep the plants we'll culti-
waited, and replace any that may die from re-
serve lot.
Cele,iac is set out in the same manner as
celery.
Corn.-Some of the early sorts may still be
planted, to give late supply. If seed is to be
saved, select the seed-stalks, and mark them by
tying on them a strip of white cloth before any
ears are gathered. AS soon as the ears are all
off, cut up and cure the stalks if not wanted for
immediate feeding.
Cuc,tnabers.-If seeds are to be saved. mark
the earliest specimens before any are cut for use
Cut all that are large enough, whether needed
for use or not, as this will prOlong the bearing.
Seeds for the pickle crop may still be sown.
Koll-rabi.-Seeds may be sown for late
crop. If grown in rich soil and used while
young, this is delicious vegetable. The old
rule. "use when not larger than teacup," is q
good one.
Martynias.-Keep well hoed, and gather the
fruit for pickles while yet SO tender as to offer
nOresstance to the thumb nail. If any get too
DID, cut them away.
Melons.-The fight must be kept up with in
sects. Hand work. when the vines are small
will do much If the spotted beetle attacks the
vines. Paris green is the only remedy.
'Okra.-Keep clear of weeds, and use while the
green pods are tender. II more are produced
than are needed for immediate use, slice in half
inch pieces and dry for winter use.
Onions.-Keep down the weeds by hoeing as
often as necessary. For a near market onions
often pay best if punched and sold while green
When half grown, from three to six, according
to the market. are tied in a bunch, first washing
and removing any loose skin.
Peds-As rule. late peas mildew. Some Of
the early varieties may be sown at venture.
Peppers by frequent hoeing. and
cut the fruit as soon as large enough for pick
ling.
Radishes.-The Chinese rose-colored winter
may be sown this month.
REHABILITATION the early fruits are plenty
the rhubarb is allowed to rest, though an occa-
siOnal picking may be made If desired. Keep
the flOWer-staiks cut away.
straightforward not generally used until
winter, the roots are good whenever large
enough.
Squashes.-Keep down the weeds, and when
the vines prevent the use Of the hoe OF cultiva-
tor, pull by hand those which appear. Continue
the fight with insects Manipulating will keep
fhn Lodi
the vines take root at the joints, do not disturb
them. Small, unripe squashes of any of the
winter varieties. especially of the Hubbard.
when cooked, are superior to the summer
squashes.
S,ceet-Hrbs.-Sage, thyme, ETC.. are usually
sown in a seed-bed, from which they are trans
planted to land left vacant by early crops. They
may be set out any time this month in rows
foot apart, with the plants eight or ten inches
apart in the rows They do not make much
growth until we have cool nights but must be
kept clear of weeds. Sweet maroram, being
rather difficult to transplant does best If sown
where it is to grow.
S,oeet Potatoes.-These are often slow in get
ting start. Keep the ridges clear of weeds,
and 1t may be necessary to build them up anew
with the hoe and spade. When the vines once
start to run, do not allow them to take root;
this may be prevented by lifting them with a
hoe handle.
destroy the affected fruit. The cause is not vet
ascertained. II. as is possible, it is due to a
fungus. this will tend to check it. Keep the
vines tied to the trellis
Turnips.-The ruta-baga sorts may still be
sOwn very early this month. For table use,
none are equal to the "long white French u
though it is not so large as some others. Give
rich soil, use a plenty Of seed, and thin early
The Yellowstone and Aberdeen may be sown
during the month.
Wdte,1melons.-The insects that attack
squashes, melons. and others OF the family must
be fought. Those marauders who look upon
watermelOns as common property often save one
the trouble OF deciding when the watermelon is
ripe. Having been troubled by '.vermin'' of
this class, We one year put up conspicuous
sign to this effect ''Cauton Those who take
melons, must be careful to select those which
have not been poisoned" No melons were
missed that season.
Weeds-When crop is removed, do not allow
the land to grow up a crop of weeds 1t may
be sown to buckwheat. peas. or other plant that
will Sin other the weeds, the crop to be plOwed
or spaded under before frost.
Saturday Smiles.