A correspondent from Sarnia, Ontario, writes: "I find a good plan to sow small seeds like Begonia, etc, on a very soft brick, dug out enough to hold say one-quarter of an inch of soil. Place the brick in a pan of water. The brick draws moisture enough to keep the soil in a nice condition. If this is any use, publish it. Have been a subscriber for three years, and am much pleased with your paper."

[This is also a capital way to raise ferns, orchids and other fine seeds. Sown on a shallow brick, set in a pan of water, they will be almost sure to grow, the only care required being to see that the water is always kept in the pan. When done in the usual way, these fine seeds are sure to be washed away by the watering pot, no matter how carefully the watering is tended. - Ed. G. M.]