PREFACE. 



This bulletin was outlined by Prof. R. W. Fisher before he sev- 

 ered his connection with the Experiment Station, on July i, 1909. 

 Some revision was necessary, which Prof. Fisher did not find time 

 to do because of other duties, and Prof. D. B. Swingle, our botanist, 

 and Prof. O. B. Whipple, our horticulturist, finished the revision 

 and prepared the manuscript for publication. 



Ornamental tree planting has received but little attention in 

 Montana, particularly by our farmers. While we have much yet 

 to learn, it is hoped that the suggestions contained in this bulletin 

 will increase the interest in the planting of trees and shrubs and the 

 proper caring for them after planting. We believe that the vari- 

 eties recommended for various altitudes may be relied upon, but 

 would be pleased to receive any information from the personal ex- 

 periences of the reader, that would supplement the advice here 

 given. 



This advice applies more especially to irrigated land. Our 

 studies on tree growing on the dry lands of many parts of the state 

 have not yet progressed far enough to make any report. Our only 

 suggestion now is that for tree planting and tree growth the land 

 should be cultivated exactly the same as for a dry farm grain crop, 

 or more especially a dry farm corn crop. 



F. B. LINFIELD, 



Director Montana Experiment Station. 



