XIII. Practical Suggestions for Chautauqua's 

 Trees 



I. Many of the trees contain a number of dead limbs which 

 should be removed at once. At present they can be easily 

 seen, as the living branches bear a marked contrast by reason 

 of the generous growth of foliage. When the leaves fall, it 

 will be almost impossible to tell which are dead and which are 

 not. This is the reason why this particular kind of work 

 should be done in the summer. 



II. Other tree pruning should be done in the winter and 

 care should be taken to saw the limb off close to the tree, thus 

 giving the tree a chance to heal the wound by the new growth, 

 which in time, takes place. A coat of paint or tar applied to 

 the exposed portion of the limb will protect it from the insect 

 enemies and decay. 



III. All dead trees should be marked in the summer with a 

 white ring around the tree three or four feet from the ground, 

 then they can be removed later entirely and thus give the liv- 

 ing tree a better chance for the struggle of life. 



IV. Tree planting should be done in the fall from October 

 15 to November 15, or in the spring from April i to May i. 



This work should be done by one who understands the work 

 thoroughly, as much depends upon the first year's growth and 

 care. 



For shade, trees, when grown, should be at least 40 feet 

 apart. This assures ample opportunity for the development 

 of a round, symmetrical crown and also, sufficient sunlight for 

 the health and growth of the tree. 



V. Some of our trees here need careful attention. A little 

 tree surgery will do wonders and we are glad to report that 

 some work is now being done. Vandalism should be stopped 

 and care taken that no horses are hitched to trees. 



YI. Many of our trees, especially the elms and lindens, 

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