STATISTICS OF CONIFEES IN THE BRITISH ISLANDS. 



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comparatively earl}^ period. After the Douglas Fir, Plnus insignis is noticeable for 

 its vigorous growth ; and nearly all the Abies tribe follow closely on their heels ; 

 even A. Wehhlcvncc grows vigorously, although it is considered a rather delicate 

 species in this country. The Araucaria, Cedar, Cryptomeria, Cypress, Juniper, 

 Ketinospora, and Thuya, all grow luxuriantly, and many fine specimens of the 

 best species and varieties of them are thriving well, and forming very beautiful 

 trees and shrubs. Cujjressiis Lam^oniana, and its many tine varieties, are among 

 the hardiest and most useful of ornamental Conifers ; C. macrooarija is very fast 

 growing and ornamental ; and C. mdhaensis {Thvyojnis lorealis) is one of the most 

 graceful and beautiful of all the Conifers. The Patagonian Cypress also does 

 well, and forms a nice small tree. Among the Pines, none approach P. ins'u/iiis 

 in quick growth; but raanj^ of them are doing well, and are really tine 

 ornamental specimens. Sequoia {Taxodium) sempervirena makes splendid growth 

 ill a peaty soil, and well sheltered. Thuya fjigantea grows with great freedom, 

 and is a most promising tree. Of the Wellmcjtooiia gigantea, a large number of 

 specimens have been planted, and are growing in perfect health and making very 

 fine and attractive specimens. In general, the Conifers are a great feature in 

 the landscape, and have a very pleasing and effective appearance. 



