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IRISH GARDENING. 



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Prunus Pseudo-Cerasus (syn. Cerasus Sieboldii rubra). 



Prunus Pseudo-Cerasus (syn. Cerasus Sieboldii rubra) is one of the best of the April-flowering small trees. In 

 the type the flowers are white, but varieties with pale rose blossoms are often seen, two of the best bemg 

 Waterers variety and J. H. \'eitch. The tree is perfectly hardy, and flourishes in a well drained, loamy 



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Prunls Pseldo-Cerasi-s (syn. Cerasis Sikijoldii rubra.) 



soil. 



Attention to pruning should be given while the trees are young, regulating ^^^ •*"-J"'=^!%^° ^'|;^^„7',3 

 may enjoy plenty of air and light. The result in later years will be evident m such handsome specimens as 

 the one portrayed above. 



