| FERTILISER | I promote growth, when "I err" is left out (10) |
| TERRIER | When I err, an alien has the right to put on the dog (7) |
| BALDWIN | MP having no growth when initially elected (7) |
| SPRING | A fountainhead; the rise of the sea to its extreme height; or, a beginning, birth, dawn or freshest time, hence the vernal season of growth, when buds and plants bloom and burst forth (6) |
| EGOTRIPPER | I promote myself - I get proper plays |
| RECONSIDER | Foolishly, I err -- second needed to think again (10) |
| QUADRILLES | As doctor I promote revolutionary steps for couples |
| GREENHOUSE | Helps promote growth (10) |
| FOURPOSTER | Pour liquid in to promote growth in bed (4-6) |
| WEARIER | More tired, I swear I err somewhat (7) |
| EDIFIER | Teacher is in need if I err. (7) |
| OPERATINGROOM | US theatre I promote or nag about (9,4) |
| TIMEPOOR | I promote puzzles - very busy! (4,4) |
| FERTILISE | Promote growth, if sterile otherwise (9) |
| LEAFLET | Publication to promote growth of branch? (7) |
| COMPOST | Millions invested in business stake - it may promote growth (7) |
| MANURE | Perhaps nail treatment removing middle part should promote growth (6) |
| FOSTER | Promote growth so fret about it (6) |
| NURTURE | Run back, true to form, to promote growth (7) |
| DEAD | Remove plant's withered flowers to promote growth (8) |