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In general, it is unwise to attempt to nurse a sickly plant back to good health. Its roots and branches will have become debilitated and can very seldom be replaced by good vigorous new growth. A new plant will soon outstrip it in appearance and production. Never try to force plants to regain health by giving stimulating manures. Copious watering may help, but never feeding.
When an old or sickly plant is discarded always remove some of the soil too, as
advised in the chapter on planting.
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