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SEEDING AND PLANTING 



in such a manner that the lower points of the two openings come 

 together (Fig. 116). It is then moved forward, firmly pressing the 

 soil against the roots of the plant. Careful attention must be 

 given to the insertion of the tool at the proper slant so that when 

 it is pressed forward the opening will be completely closed. When 

 not properly inserted, the lower part of the planting hole is likely 

 to remain open. 



b a 



FIG. 116. Planting with the dibble. 

 Inserting the dibble. b. Inserting the plant. 



c. The opening closed. 



FIG. 117. Planting Norway spruce with the dibble under an overwood 

 of oak and chestnut. Near New Haven, Conn. 



This is an extremely rapid method of planting, but it is usually 

 necessary to work the soil beforehand although it can sometimes 

 be practiced in underplanting without previously working the soil 

 (Fig. 117). It is particularly well adapted for planting on light, 



