Transplanting seedlings

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Transplanting Seedlings

Transplanting goes hand in hand with thinning out seedlings. Do not waste the plants pulled up while thinning. Simply prepare ground as for sowing seeds and set out the surplus of seedling plants.

Transplanting Vegetable Seedlings

Some vegetables cannot be transplanted successfully after being pulled up in the garden. Notable instances of these are all those of a "vining" character, like cucumbers, melons, etc. Others, like carrots, salsify, etc., can be transplanted only under uncommonly favorable conditions. Whenever and whatever transplanting is done, be sure to press the soil firmly to the roots and shade the plants for a few days after it is done. Some vegetables, like cabbages for instance, are positively benefited by repeated transplanting. Transplanting is best done after a good, soaking rain. Lacking that, the soil should be watered well before plants are set out.

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