And really I've been saving him the trouble of pulling up a good many young stalks.

Generally it is the young stalks that are affected, though sometimes stalks with buds just opening will suddenly wilt and fall.

She had pulled a few young stalks of the grass, which, as she went, she was endeavouring to arrange in her hat.

The young stalks are blanched early the following spring by covering with large pots or boxes, or by banking with sand or other clean material.

"I will also add that the pith of the young stalks, preserved in vinegar, makes a good pickle."