Sir,

In your “Cross Fertilization” I note you advise sowing flower seeds in contiguity grown in different localities.¹

Should I obtain a similar benefit by mixing part home grown and purchased cereals—if so I shall try oats.

If you have time for a very brief reply I shall esteem it a favour, in which case please address me to

Perry Shed Farm

Erith, Kent.

I must apologize for the liberty I am taking which I hope you will pardon—

Yours faithfully | Joseph Hewett.

C. R. Darwin Esq^re.