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planting of large trees or large bushes and vines is 

 almost a business by itself. Various wagons have 

 been devised for this work. 



The important points to observe in large-tree 

 planting are : First, to obtain the largest possible 

 supply of roots. 



Second, if the tree is trimmed at all only small 

 branches should be cut, those not larger than the 

 size of a pencil, usually a part only of the past year's 

 growth. If larger branches are cut, they should be 

 those in the interior of the tree which are unimpor- 

 tant and will not affect the general outline. When 

 tw r o branches cross or rub against each other, one 

 of them should be removed. Any large branch 

 which is removed should be cut close to the trunk 

 or larger branch from which it springs. 



Third, one should see that the tree is planted high, 

 much higher with reference to the surface than it 

 stood before being moved. This is important not 

 only for its healthy growth but also for its appear- 

 ance. If one looks at the trees which have grown 

 naturally in woods or in open fields, it will be seen 

 how the earth rises gently toward the trunk. This 

 comes about with the enlargement of the roots, which 

 raise the earth. A tree which meets the earth with 



