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The other factor, that of sunlight, is controlled largely by pruning, but 

 proximity to a high hill, or part enclosure by woods, is of considerable importance. 

 The orchard should be as much in the open as possible without undue exposure to 

 heavy winds. Proximity to woods, old fences, etc., is also conducive to rot and insects 

 because of the nearness of the breeding grounds of the curculio. Curculio stings 

 admit rot spores. 



Orchard showing the result of too close planting. 18 ft. x 18 ft. is a good average distance. 



To get most sunlight and tlir circulation keep away from the hollows, and 

 unless the soil is too valuable select as good a site as for the peach or the apple. 



Another factor of some importance is the freezing of the blossoms in the 

 spring. The Japanese varieties open comparatively early, and if there is any 

 preference they should have it. Japanese varieties cannot be raised in many sec- 

 tions of Ontario because of this. They blossom freely, but fail to set any fruit, or if 

 any does set it turns yellow and falls off soon after. For these varieties a northern 

 slope or one near the water is preferred in all sections subject to late spring frosts. 



