3O THE HOME ACRE. 



to the laws of their being, should not be induced 

 to purchase old and large trees which nurserymen 

 are often anxious to part with before they become 

 utterly unsalable. 



When the evergreens reach the acre, plant them 

 with the same care and on the same general prin- 

 ciples indicated for other trees. Let the soil be 

 mellow and good. Mulch at once, and water 

 abundantly the first summer during dry periods. 

 Be sure that the trees are not set any deeper in 

 the ground than they stood before removal. If 

 the soil of the acre is heavy or poor, go to the 

 road-side or some old pasture and find rich light 

 soil with which to fill in around the roots. If no 

 soil can be found without a large proportion of 

 clay, the addition of a little sand, thoroughly 

 mixed through it, is beneficial. The hole should 

 be ample in size, so that the roots can be spread 

 out according to their natural bent. If the ground 

 after planting needs enriching, spread the fertilizer 

 around the trees, not against them, and on the 

 surface only. Never put manure on or very near 

 the roots. 



Fine young seedling evergreens can often be 

 found in the woods or fields, and may be had for 

 the asking, or for a trifling sum. Dig them so as 

 to save all the roots possible. Never permit these 

 to become dry till they are safe in your own 



