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trees, has been treated like the shelter- wood without in any way 

 producing a displeasing effect.* 



A pecuUar place for nests, which has proved very successful, was 

 recently provided by tying several branches of a bush together, as may 



With four-year-old shoots. 



Freshly cut. 



* Special stress is to be laid on the importance of producing undergrowth, 

 particularly on the outskirts of woods. All the plants recommended above 

 for the shelter-woods may be used. The varieties of Ribes, Lonicera, and privet 

 are the best able to bear shade. 



