The parks and gardens of Paris, considered in relation to the wants of other cities and of the public and private gardens; being notes on a study of Paris gardens (1878)
Robinson, W. (William), 1838-1935 · London, Macmillan · leaf 511
wed to make a few growths, which are tied erect to a stake :they do not overtop the Asparagus, but on the other hand, it,when strong, shows well above the Yines. It is not in distinctlines among the Yines, but in tufts widely and irregularly sepa-rated. One plant is put in each open spot, and given… … Chap. XXYII.] ASPARAGUS CULTUHK. 469 careful cultivator uses a stake), and the mutual support thusgiven prevents the plant from being injured by winds. It isliable to be twisted oft at the collar by strong winds, especiallyin wet weather, when the drops on every tiny leaf make thefoliage heavy. The…
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