Halsted, Byron David, 1852-1918, Powell, E. C. (Edwin C.) · New York : Orange Judd Co. · leaf 376
bygrading the surface around to carry rain water to a dis-tance, or by both of these methods, if necessary. PRESERVING ROOTS IN HEAPS The pits for roots may be made in the field where thecrop is harvested, or in a yard ov field near the barn. A COVERING ROOTS WITH EARTH 351 slightly elevated spot… … Fig. 352—BUILDIXG A ROOT HEAP The heap may be made of any length, or the roots may beplaced in several heaps. The roots should not be put up until they have driedsomewhat, or be covered with earth until there is immi-nent danger of frost. There is then much less risk of
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