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of the newer varieties, is hardier and not so likely 

 to be hurt by the borer. London Market, Fay's 

 Prolific, Perfection (new), and Prince Albert, are 

 good sorts. White Grape is a good white. Naples, 

 and Lee's Prolific are good black sorts. 



THE GOOSEBERRY 



This is given practically the same treatment as 

 the currant. It is even more important that 

 it should be given the coolest, airiest, location possi- 

 ble, and the most moist soil. Even a partially 

 shaded situation will do, but in such situations extra 

 care must be taken to guard against the mildew — 

 which is mentioned below. Summer mulching is, 

 of course, of special benefit. 



In pruning the gooseberry, it is best to cut out 

 to a very few, or even to a single stem. Keep the 

 head open, to allow free circulation 0/ air. The 

 extent of pruning will make a great difference in 

 the size of the fruit; if fruit of the largest size is 

 wanted, prune very close. All branches drooping 

 to the ground should be removed. Keep the 

 branches, as much as possible, from touching each 

 other. 



GOOSEBERRY ENEMIES 



The currant-worm attacks the gooseberry also, 

 arid is effectively handled by the arsenate of lead, 



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