236 Shrubbery and Trees; 



thrive better after being transplanted than larger 

 plants. 



Shrubs which bloom in the spring or early summer 

 should be pruned immediately after the flowers 

 fade. Shrubs which bloom later can be pruned 

 in the spring. 



When transplanting evergreens from the fields or 

 mountains to the dooryard, select small sizes and 

 those that have plenty of room around them. 

 Such evergreens are harder to grow, however, than 

 those for sale by a good nurseryman, as the latter 

 have been transplanted at least once and are 

 hardier. 



In rooting cuttings of evergreens, set the pot or 

 box in which they are planted in a shady place 

 and keep the roots moist. The roots should be 

 good and strong before transplanting. 



In hot weather, if any shrubs or other plants appear 

 to be about to succumb to heat or dryness, several 

 inches of the top-soil had best be removed from 

 around the stem. This circumference should be 

 rimmed so it will hold water, a few holes made 

 with a pointed stick, and the soil well moistened 

 after the sun has gone down. Pour in water 



