PLANTING-OUT 99 



packed, and that no vacant spaces are left for water to lodge in 

 and cause rot, or which might allow the young plant to get out 

 of its erect position. 



it is almost unnecessary to state that it is useless to plant-out 

 during a dry season, or just before it sets in. Of course seasons 

 are uncertain. Rains sometimes start and do not continue as 

 they ought, and so much of a planter's labour may be thrown 

 away. All that can reasonably be required of any planter is 

 that he should take all proper precautions. 



When the stumps or seedlings have been planted-out they 

 should be inspected weekly, and any plants which do not show 

 signs of thriving should be pulled up. Those pulled up should 

 be again stuck in the soil with their roots up in the air. They 

 are thus easily detected by the coolies who go round to do the 

 supplying. Vacancies should be always very promptly sup- 

 plied, in order to keep the growth of the young trees regular. 

 This is important, but is neglected by some managers. 



