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and Sitka spruce, and the Douglas fir. Other 

 species, such as the Austrian pine, are valuable 

 for the shelter they afford, while for growing 

 in pure sand by the seacoast the cluster or 

 maritime pine has been turned to good account. 

 For strictly economic planting, however, which 

 must have first precedence where large areas 

 are to be afforested, the above species of coni- 

 ferous trees can alone be recommended, and 

 will no doubt enter largely into every exten- 

 sive scheme of tree-planting that will be en- 

 gaged in, either by the Government or private 

 individuals. 



Larch. Long experience has pointed out 

 that as a profitable timber tree the larch has 

 no equal amongst coniferous kinds that are 

 cultivated in this country. The timber is in 

 greater demand and sells at a higher price 

 per cubic foot than that of any other conifer 

 of home-growth. When we combine its great 

 aptitude to suit itself to nearly all conditions 

 of soils, altitudes, and diversities of climate 

 with its long-established value as a timber- 

 producer, rapidity of growth, and ease of 



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