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and not adapted to orchards." Those who have only 

 a limited space, and wish to grow pears, apples, and 

 other fruits, can, by the system of pinching and root- 

 pruning combined, keep their trees as small as pot 

 specimens. The selection of varieties given here is 

 that suited to Mr. Rivees's climate and locality, arid 

 includes some that are not considered valuable with 

 us. The American gardener will, of course, consult 

 home authorities in making out his list of varieties. 



New York, April, 1866. 



