The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-08-19
NEW MENACE TO COTTON
 AN EFFECTIVE REMEDY

about this and when it should be planted" Ms. r.
 A. The plant in question is class cd as a dwarf white edging plant but it does have small white flow CTS It is very hardy and is a true perennial :n the south. The plant is known as cerastium, and is worthy of cultivation.
 Q. How much spinach is required to sow on acre broadcast? The ground is fertile, will be heavily feFtilized and put in good shape. ". A. Montgomery, Ala.
 A At this time of the year. when weather conditions are not good for the examination of spinach, thick seeding is recommended. Twenty five pounds should probably be sown to the aors. The main factor in get ting a stand is thorough preparation and the raoking of the soil after sowing.
 Q. There is a turnip that makes a big white root like rutabaga, has smooth leaves, is very sweet, stays hae greens Tn slie spring. Can you tell me frcm this description what it is2 l.. L., Anniston, Ala.
 A. The description you give would indicate a white rutabaga, better known under the name of sweet Ger man. It is really one of the best winter turnips.
 Q. Is it time to put out winter cabbage and what variety is it that is best for this purpose? R. A., Oneonta, Ala.
 A. There are a number of varities of cabbage cldssed as winter sorts hut the most cold resistant sort is known gs SGyoy, even more har- dy than the collard may be plant q in of 0= plean f are available for setting. The writer gam highly recommend 1t.
 c. I notice that tankage adver- tised as a feed for hogs is gener- ally expressed as so much per cent. What does this per cent mean? H. G. Oakman, Ala.
 A. It depends much on who is advertising the product Generally speaking, the percentage expressed in quoting or selling tankage means the total protein content. this is the main factor in deter mining value of the product has much to do with the feeding value.
 Q. Do you advise winter turf oats in preference to others for grazing? T. S.,
 A. Winter turf oats are good but they should be planted early to be effective as they grow slowly 9th CT oats may serve the purpose, such for example, as the apples, the best of the lot and other sorts, viz, Full ghum and native types of rust proof,
 e. Will beardless barley planted in September survive the winter and af- ford pasturage for stock? T. R., R. F. D.
 A. Beardless barley planted in this latitude. while spring plant, will generally get through any winter we FlanHa bearded or so-ealled winter barley and is a vey desirable plant to SOW during September.
 Q. Can you tell us what the price of crimson clover ought to be2 We want several thousand pounds. B. A.. Clanton, Alabama.
 As The price of crimson clover will depend on when you want delivery and the quantity interested sin. The limited American crop, most of which is grown in Tennessee, and now available, Is high, but during the lat ter part of August and September the foreign seed from France and Germany will reach this country, and. notwithstanding the duty will be much cheaper. It's best to buy such seed by sample.
 Q. Could you tell me if the com mon feed oats would do to SOW for a chiken pasturea s. S., R. r. D. l.
 A. It IS possible that they would but better results could be had if you would SOW 9 definite unmlxed sort, such, for example, as the Ap- pier or the winter turf.
 e. am fixing to plant my pansy seed for early spring blooms. How deep should the seed be planted 0. F.. Ensley. Alabama.
 A. For the best results. the seed should be sown in we'll prepared bed, like you were going to SOW let tuce or cabbage. The seed ought really to be drilled in rows four or five Inches apart and cultivated, al though it is permissible to broadcasr. Light covering is recommended, Dut it Is important to pack the seed after planting in order to bring the seed in close and hard contact with the soil to insure gepmination
 c. When do you plant Canada field pease for winter pasture, and should they be sown by themselves or with something else? f II, Huntsville,
 A. Canada Held peas occupy the same position in the north as the southern cowpea does in the south. They might be called a winter cow pea, as they are largely used for the same purpose, either planted alone or in connection with winter grain The period to SOW should conform to the time in which grain is sown.
 c. Dou you think we could still plant Sudan grass and get a crop of hay? Mrs, N. S., Evergreen, Ala bama.
 A, In your climate we believe you could succeed, Much would depend on weather conditions, The plant will generally nFoduce large enough to cut in six to eight weeks, all de- pending on moisture,
 o. l have noted your article in The Age-Herald about crimson clover, and l want to plant an exhibition patch, located on our highway. When should 1t be planted? How much to the acre? Should it be inoculated and fertilizeds r. M. C., Camp Hill Alabama.
 A. When planted alone without the protection afforded by corn or eot7 ton a suitable season in September is early enough. Where soil is good fertilizer is not indicated, although