LUTHER BURBANK 
tumn. By the usual process of raising numerous 
seedlings, or by crossing and selection, a variety 
having this fall-bearing habit might be produced. 
The value of such a variety is obvious,—though the 
early ripening of the cherry is at present what 
gives it greatest value,—and it is well worth the 
while of the amateur to attempt experiments in 
this direction. 
The fact that cherry trees of one kind or 
another grow throughout the United States makes 
it possible for almost anyone to experiment with 
this fruit. And the opportunities for improve- 
ment are especially inviting. 
—In cherry trees, as in the 
human plant, “blood will tell.” 
