The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-12-23

, of the fish and may be recommended 1 c. How long does it take for blue grass to come up? am anxious | Alabama.
 | A. The time required for blue grass to come up depends on the quality of the seed also the method of planting Generally speaking, blue grass under normal conditions, requires about 30 days or more to germinate. It some- times takes much longer, all depend ing on weather conditions.
 Q. We have a young peach orchard that bore for the first time this year, but the crop was cut short by the boxers that literally covered the trees with a gum like substance. We must get rid of this insect in order to suc- ceed. Tell us what to do? O. D., Hanceville, Ala.
 A. Your trouble is the peach tree boxer that destroys at least 75 per cent of all trees planted. The United States government remedy Is the chemical known as Para-Dichlora- Benzine. A discussion of this ma terial would require too much space for these columns, but the applica- ton Is simple, the material not ex- pensive and any one interested may receive a special letter on the sub- ject. It is rather laborious to make the application, but 1t pays to do it.
 Q. We have number of Obelia grandiflora that should be cut to a form or size to fit in with a general scheme of improvement that we have decided upon. Is this the time when it could be done? s. T.. Ffoi. ence, Ala.
 A. Yes, sir. Go ahead and cut them back as there is no danger of injury to the plant.
 o. Is this good time to move or transplant peonies. I have some that I must move Mrs. B. w, R. F. D. 8.
 A. It is permissible to move now but great care must be exercised in planting. It Is permissible to separate the crowns but Judgment must be exercied in doing so. The blooming, but a careful handling will insure success.
 o. Will asparagus roots put out now, produce edible asparagus the coming spring? Mrs. D., Athens, Ala
 A. Two or three old plants put out now in a proper manner will afford some asparagus tfre coming season. As a matter of fact, the second year will show the greatest crop. It takes time and requires patience to have a good asparagus bed.
 O. I want so sow something for the
 
 you recommend? Mrs. B., West End, Ala.
 A. This late it would phobdy be best to sow barley, oats or rye would be permissible.
 0. Is peanut meal a good fertilizer for general crop use, and is 1t as good as cotton seed? P. NJ, Troy, Ala.
 A. Peanut meal contains more of all the essential plant foods than cot ton seed. It contains more nitrogen, phosphoric acid and potash than does cotton seed. Its economy as fertil- izer in comparison with other in gradients would of course depend on the price of the product.
 Q. Is it time to plant the bell daisies now for spring and summer flowers Mrs. J., Bessemer, Ala.
 A. If seed are to be used, they should be planted right away. One can of course, put out plants later on, but a start from seed is much sheap- CT. Yes, this is the hardy double daisy known as bellis perennis. No, they are not all white, on the con trary there Is a wide range of co1ors.
 Q. l have tried rhubarb seed and always fail. I understand that roots set out now will produce rhubarb in early spring. Tell me about it. Mrs. S., Selma, Ala
 A. Roots or clumps are available and may be set out now. If properly fertilized they will produce an abun- dance of rhubarb In early spring. The roots don't live through the summer and must be put out every year.
 Q. Can you tell me when and how to make an asparagus bed? W. O., AL bertville, Ala.
 A. Asparagus roots ought to be set out right away. There are various methods of planting. Some prefer to plant them. in rows. while others use the bed system. The plants or crowns should be set from Is to IS inches apart. The long tentac1es or roots should be spread out and the crown covered or inches, depending somewhat on soil. They must be worked regularly and manured heavily. The subject is wide one and many books are written on the growth management, etc. A bulletin from the Department of Agriculture, Washington. D. C., which may be had for the asking, will help you.
 Q. Would you take cannans up this late? They have not bloomed since