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some resemblance to P. ponderosa. Its leaves are about 9in. long, 

 and are of a charming glaucous tint. P. La77ibertiana (Sugar 

 Pine) is a gigantic species, quite hardy, and a splendid park 

 tree. It is rather rare, but succeeds admirably in sandy soil. In 

 North America this Pine is a noble feature in the landscape. 

 P. Laricio (Corsican Pine) is indigenous to the South of 

 Europe, and extends to the West and North of Asia. It is of 

 rapid growth, with a tall, erect trunk. It thrives in all soils and 

 exposed situations, and is valua-ble for ornamental planting. 

 P. L. ausiriaca arrests attention by reason of its bold and 

 picturesque effect ; although one of the commonest sorts, it is 



one of the hardiest and best 

 for serving as a breakwind to 

 tender trees and shrubs, and 

 grows freely in soft soils ; it is 

 a good seaside Pine. P. L. 

 Pallasiafia {P. caramanicd) is, as 

 an ornamental tree, even finer 

 than the type. It is a rapid 

 grower, with a straight trunk, 

 horizontal branches, and deep 

 shining green leaves. P. L. 

 pygmcEa is much slower in growth 

 than the type, and differs also 

 in its dwarf, compact, pyramidal 

 habit. P. monticola is suitable 

 for both the park and the garden. 

 It grows upwards of 70ft. high, 

 with an erect trunk and short 

 branches, clothed with rich green 

 leaves. It prefers a damp soil. 

 P. muricata {P. Edgariand) is a 

 medium-sized massive tree, with 

 spreading branches and dark 

 green foliage. It is very distinct, 

 and of easy culture, thriving 

 better in dry, sandy soils than the majority of Pines. 



P. Pinaster (Cluster Pine) (Fig. 322) is indigenous to the 

 Mediterranean shores, and when planted in sandy soil forms 

 a splendid specimen. It is a noble tree for shelter, and one of 

 the best for the sea coast. P. Pinea (Stone or Parasol Pine) 

 (Fig. 323) is rather slow in growth, forming a picturesque round- 

 headed tree. It has been cultivated in this country for upwards 

 of three centuries, but is rather tender, and has not been 

 extensively planted. Although of little use as a timber tree, it 

 is well adapted for ornamental planting in the warmer counties. 

 It succeeds best in sandy soil, and should be shielded from 

 piercing winds. P. Strobus (Weymouth Pine), a native of North 



Fig. 322. — PiNus Pinaster. 



