CUTTINGS IK OPEN AIR. 



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inch or more ; then, if two inches of mulch are spread 

 over the ground between the rows, it will keep it moist 

 and promote the rooting of the cuttings. 



Roots from the lower bud will usually be produced 

 first, but soon after the base of the shoot is covered, a 



FIG. 17. 



set of roots will issue from near it, which will assist the 

 growth. 



If the cuttings make a good growth four to six feet 

 is not uncommon they should be tied to stakes, as this 

 will promote the ripening of the wood. Fig. 16 is a fair 



