104 THE GOLD MINE 



had one before. Instinctively the twigs as they came 

 through the earth put out roots. 



This system is the best of all. Only it takes room, 

 and you must have just the right kind of soil. But 

 try it as you will ^^eternal vigilance'' will be the price 

 of roses in the Northwest. You cannot depend on fall 

 blooming, and so paeonies are far preferable. Usually 

 they are longer in bloom if you plant for a succession, 

 and they give you no trouble. 



