Summary
Model of a box of growing tomato seedlings, controlled against damping off.
See ST 021634 for comparison of a box of seedlings affected by damping off.
It was made by Richard Hindle Fowler in February 1941 for the Industrial and Technological Museum, to be used to promote Victoria's horticultural development and to educate the public about horticulture, disease and insect pests.
Unknown variety.
Physical Description
Rectangular wooden box containing imitation soil and healthy looking model seedlings.
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Acquisition Information
Museum generated from Industrial & Technological Museum, Feb 1941
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Overall Dimensions
221 mm (Length), 166 mm (Width), 95 mm (Height)
Height includes the seedlings.
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Keywords
Plant Pests & Diseases, Tomatoes, Horticulture, Agriculture & Farming, Models & Modelmaking
