EUROPEAN LARCH 225 



it appear to thrive well in pure stands. Just how far apart 

 to plant the trees in the forest and just what trees to mix 

 with them must be determined by experience yet to be en- 

 joyed. Probably White Pine, or perhaps Norway Spruce, 

 as in Europe, may do well to mix with them. Or, if broad- 

 leaf trees be chosen, White Ash, Tulip-tree, or White 

 Elm may do. However, as the tree is deciduous, it would 

 seem best to plant evergreens with it, to keep the forest 

 floor shaded in winter. As it starts growth very early in 

 the spring, transplanting should take place as soon as the 

 frost is out of the ground, and it might be well to heel the 

 plants in as soon as they can be removed in the spring. 



The tree sometimes suffers in Europe from attacks of 

 insects and a fungus disease. The latter frequently plays 

 havoc, as it is practically uncontrollable. Thus far little 

 damage has come to plantations in this country from either 

 source. Taken altogether, the tree is one of much promise, 

 and thorough and careful efforts should be put forth to 

 determine how far we can go towards making it as useful 

 here as it is in its natural home. 



