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ordinary soil, especially if a little peat and leaf-mould is incor- 

 porated with it. They also prefer partial shade to full exposure 

 to the sun, as in the last-named position their leaves, especially 



Fig. 312. — Crvptomeria japonica. 



those of C. driipacea and C. Foi'tunei, wear an unhealthy appear- 

 ance. Protection from east and north winds is important. 

 C. drupacea forms a low, straggling bush with horizontal branches 



