LUTHER BURBANK 



tumn. By the usual process of raising numerous 

 seedlings, or by crossing and selection, a variety 

 having this fall-bearing habit might be produced. 

 The value of such a variety is obvio*us, — though the 

 early ripening of the cherry is at present what 

 gives it greatest value, — and it is well worth the 

 while of the amateur to attempt experiments in 

 this direction. 



The fact that cherry trees of one kind or 

 another grow throughout the United States makes 

 it possible for almost anyone to experiment with 

 this fruit. And the opportunities for improve- 

 ment are especially inviting. 



— In cherry trees, as in the 

 human plant, "blood will tell." 



