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The tree, too, from its great, spreading- top and fine foliage, is 

 magnificent for shade. Five of these trees were within two 

 rods of my study window, and their grateful fragrance and 



Fig. 237 



Magnolia. — Original. 



beautiful form and shade were often the subject of remark by 

 visitors. This tree is par excellence for roadside planting. It 

 bears transplanting admirably, and is very little disturbed by 



