PEAR CULTURE FOR PROFIT. 



CHAPTER I. 



VARIETIES. 



THERE are comparatively few varieties that are 

 suited to all parts of the country, and unnecessary 

 expense and disappointment have been incurred from 

 the planting of those varieties, which have given en- 

 tire satisfaction in one locality, while in other places 

 they have failed to give good results. This is owing 

 to several causes, and in some instances, is almost 

 unaccountable ; but in most cases, the differences of 

 climate, exposure and soil, bear a marked effect on the 

 quality and productiveness of the tree. The thorough 

 preparation of the soil before planting, has a great 

 deal to do with the future welfare of the tree. This is 

 more especially true of clay soils, retentive of mois- 

 ture. Under-draining is necessary in such situations. 



