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Great difficulty has been experienced in limiting the number of apples to 

 even one hundred varieties, and other fruits in proportion ; even then several 

 really useful fruits had to be omitted. As it is intended that the information 

 given in this work shall apply to all parts of Great Britain, the lists must of 

 necessity be comprehensive. No really good old variety is omitted, or any new 

 one which bids fair to become a standard variety. Several other apples worthy 

 of culture, in addition to the list of one hundred, are given, but we have been 

 anxious not to bewilder the amateur or small grower. Short lists for special 

 purposes are given for his guidance. 



Any peculiarity in growth, flower, or foliage is mentioned ; so where no 

 remarks are made, the tree or fruits referred to may be taken as normal. 



