HOME AND SCHOOL GROUNDS 171 



quires two, one to handle the spade and one to handle 

 the tree and adjust the soil properly around the roots, 

 which should be spread out in their natural position. 

 Do not use water in planting unless the soil is dry, 

 and even then it is not best to use a great amount. 



Handling of the Trees. In handling the trees be- 

 tween digging and planting, great care is necessary to 

 prevent the fine, fibrous roots which are the really 

 important ones from becoming dry through exposure 

 to sun or wind. The cut ends of all large roots should 

 be re-cut smoothly with a sharp knife immediately 

 before planting. 



Plants Adapted to School Grounds. The following 

 trees and shrubs have been planted on the grounds of a 

 certain school, viz. : Arbor Vitse, Colorado Blue 

 Spruce, Douglas Fir, Hemlock, Norway Spruce, 

 Scotch Pine, Cut-leaved Birch, Norway Maple, Com- 

 mon Barberry, Thunberg's Barberry, Dogwood, 

 Golden Elder, Japanese Tree Lilac, Persian Lilac, 

 Syringa, Rosa Rugosa, Russian Olive, Tartarian 

 Honeysuckle, Spirea von Houttei, Snowball, Clematis, 

 and Woodbine. 



Out of over 1,000 specimens planted, less than a 

 dozen failed to live and thrive, since care was taken 

 to follow the directions given above. 



Where to Secure Plants. Some varieties of trees 

 and shrubs may be dug in the woods, in some locali- 

 ties; but it is generally better, for school use, to get 

 them right from the ground, from a reputable nursery- 

 man, or from the gardens of people who are willing to 



