PEAR CULTURE FOR PROFIT. 
CHAPTER L 
VARICTIZS, 
THERE are comparatively few varieties that are 
suited to all parts of the country, and unnecessary 
expense and disappointment have been incurred from 
the planting of those varieties, which have given en- 
tire satisfaction in one locality, while in other places 
they have failed to give good results. This is owing 
to several causes, and in some instances, is almost 
unaccountable; but in most cases, the differences of 
climate, exposure and soil, bear a marked effect on the 
quality and productiveness of thetree. The thorough 
preparation of the soil before planting, has a great 
deal to do with the future welfare of thetree. This is 
more especially true of clay soils, retentive of mois- 
ture. Under-draining is necessary in such situations. 
