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As we have no* popular varieties of American origin, 

 I am compelled to consult European catalogues in mak- 

 ing a selection of those most promising for cultivation 

 here, and this is, perhaps, an advantage, inasmuch as 

 our transatlantic cousins have hud a long experience and 



FIG. 39. CONSTANTINOPLE HAZEL. 



abundant opportunities for determining the merits of 

 the varieties they recommend. If hardiness and adap- 

 tation to our soil and climate are to be taken into ac- 

 count, in making a selection, then we may fail for the 

 want of experienced guides, as it is undeniable that very 

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