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HORTICULTURE 



November 6, 1909 



THE LIdEKIV tree, ANN All 

 the perfect restoration of a hisuiru 



Ml' ' "ic "I ihc most striking exampits of 

 mark :.y nioij-rn methods of tree surgery. 



The Preservation 

 of Historic Trees 



This Is a matter which is attracting attention of thought- 

 ful people everywhere. Historical societies and village-improve- 

 ment associations are interesting themselves in the preserva- 

 tion of trees, many of which are century-old landmarks. 



1 have been particularly successful in doiuy; this sort of 

 worU as evidenced by examples to be found among the his- 

 toric trees of Mt. Vernon, notably the restoration of the Holly 

 planted by George Washington, which had been so severely 

 injured by wind storms and decay that its restoration was 

 considered hopeless. The top of the tree was crowned and 

 the weakened branches bolted to a reinforcing rod and the 

 fri'e now has a new lease of life. 



Another example was the restoration of the famous 

 Liberty Tree at Annapolis, Md. Probably more cement and re- 

 inforcing material was used In this tree than on any similar 

 job in the country, but the tree is now as solid as a rock 

 and is likely to withstand the wear and tear of several cen- 

 turies. 



The art of tree surgery is comparatively new, but it Is 

 based on scientific principles of plant growth and the knowl- 

 edge of the source of disease and decay. After decay has 

 been arrested and all the dead and useless limbs removed I 

 give special attention to new growth by the proper feeding of 

 the tree. 



I will give personal attention to any inquiries which the 

 ii'Mders of Horticulture may send regarding any trees which 

 for sentimental or other reasons they would like preserved 

 for generations to come. 



I undertake the management of orchards as n'ell as 

 all kinds of ornamental plantations, grading, sur- 

 veying, making of Hower gardens and give pro- 

 fessional advice on estate management. 



Practical Forestry, Landscape Archi- 

 tecture, Plans and Consultations 



JOHN T. WITHERS 



I Montgomery St., Jersey City, N. J. 



DAYBREAK 



A Superb New Rose Raised by JACKSON DAWSON 



Wichuraiana type, formerly known as seedling No. 7 (Wichuraiana X The 

 Dawson). A vigorous grower, profuse bloomer and easy forcer. Foliage 

 light yellowish green. Hardy as far north as Canada. 



Flowers single, in loosely pyramidal clusters. Color deep yellowish 

 pink, a shade darker than Lady Duncan, slightly lighter tint towards 

 centre. Stamens very bright orange. Flowers full, round, cupped. See 

 illustration of plant in this issue. 



THIS IS A ROSE EVERY NURSERYMAN "WILU WANT 



PRICES — Strong three-year-old plants, $3.00 each; $25.00 per dozen. 

 Two-year-old plants, $2.50 each ; $20.00 per dozen. 



EASTERN NURSERIES 



Henry S. Dawson, Mgr. 



JAMAICA PLAIN, MASS. 



