Tree Distribution Under the Kinkaid Act 9 



method, illustrated in Figure 11, but always in prepared ground. 

 The hole should be large and deep enough to accommodate all the 

 roots without crowding. Hold the tree upright with roots in 

 natural position, and cover the roots with loose, moist soil, tamping 

 as shown. Watering at the time of planting is always advisable, 

 especially in dry seasons and on sandy soils. Wind shields, such as 

 shingles or narrow slats, set to protect the plant from the prevailing 

 winds, are often necessary on exposed areas. Hardwoods should be 

 cultivated for at least three years after planting, or until it is im- 

 possible to work between the rows. 



Fig. 8. — -Correct and incorrect methods of planting. A. — Good planting ; the tree will 

 live if firmly set. B. — Careless planting ; the tree, set too deep and the roots crowded, 

 will very likely die. C — Very careless planting ; the tree is set too shallow ; will surely 

 die. D. — Careless planting ; sod, grass, or dry sand tamped around roots will dry the 

 roots, and the tree will die. E. — Careless planting ; the tree if set too deep on a 

 hillside will be covered by soil rolling from above 



The trees should be planted in rows about 6 feet apart and spaced 

 from 3 to 5 feet apart in the rows. This will give room enough for 

 development and cultivation, and in normal years will not leave the 

 trees too far apart if there are some losses. 



PROTECTION OF THE PLANTATIONS 



To prevent the destruction of the plantations by prairie fires a 

 double firebreak should be plowed around the trees. If the trees are 

 included within the firebreak plowed for the protection of the home 

 property, an extra break is unnecessary. 



