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ness of their outer coat, as nearly to counterbalance the 

 advantages which those two seasons are otherwise calcu- 

 lated to confer. In these circumstances, perhaps, the 

 most proper times would be one of the two following; 

 either in the end of March, before the sap begins to 

 ascend, but certainly as near that period as possible ; or 

 otherwise, in the end of October, when the leaves of other 

 trees begin to be discoloured. 



I should much recommend it to those who have very 

 open plantations of the Pinaster, or cluster Pine, to make 

 a trial of that beautiful tree for the park. From its 

 hardy character in its native country, and its resemblance 

 to the spreading Fir, in its ramification and general 

 character, I have no doubt but that a skilful attempt to 

 remove it would be attended with success. For this 

 purpose no previous preparation of the roots would pro- 

 bably be necessary, if it were taken from good rooting 

 ground. I earnestly regret that I am myself possessed 

 of no fit subjects on which to make the experiment. 



I have dwelt longer on the subject of the Scotch Fir 

 than to some, perhaps, might seem necessary; but justice, 

 as well as good taste, seemed to require the discussion. 

 If what has been here said may tend to do away 

 unfounded prejudice, or extend important information, I 

 shall feel gratified in contributing to recommend to notice 

 a tree which is not less beautiful than useful, and which, 

 I predict, will, within half a century, become an especial 

 favourite with the pubUc. 



THE WILD CHEREY, OR GEEN TREE. 



This beautiful tree, {Prunus cerasus) though properly 

 belonging to the orchard, and bearing an excellent fruit, 

 may appear in the park or lawn with great effect. In 



