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cherry seedlings) stocks. While it takes a little longer to make a tree, exam- 
ples are not wanting where trees budded on Mazzard stocks are still vigorous 
^.nd. fruitful at 40 years of age. while cherries grown on iniserable, worthless 
French (Mahaleb) stocks, the roots of which are soft and porus, 8 to 10 years 
is the life of the tree. The same principle of livelihood and hardiness is 
looked after in the propagation of our Apple, Pear and Plum trees, all being 
worked on the best stocks. The truthfulness of our varieties can also be de- 
depended on, as our buds are cut largely from fruiting trees, and always at- 
tended to by one of our firm, and not delegated to some one with less inter- 
est. 
Trees Well Bred are Constitutionally Strong. 
Such stock we offer. We promise to save you disappointment if you will 
buy stock of a sturdy character, started primarily with a view to long life and 
hardiness, consequently more Hkely to be productive. 
You say no argument in this ? Do not be too sure. Listen while men talk 
who say something when they speak . 
From PROP. L. H. BAILEY, 
„ „ Cornell University, Ithaca, N. Y. 
WILEV & Co., Dear Sirs : I am fully convinced that the initial vigor of a tree has 
ranch to do with its subsequent behavior. I am glad to see you emphasizing the im- 
portance of a good constitution in trees. 
Hints on Transplanting, Etc. 
Preparation of the Soil.— Prepare a rich, deep bed of mellow soil, 
and have the land sufficiently drained to relieve the roots from standing water. 
To insure a fine growth, land should be in as good condition as is required for 
a crop of wheat, corn or potatoes. 
Planting.— Make the holes large enough to admit the roots without any 
cramping or bending, and deep enough to bring the tree to its natural depth. 
The fine surface soil should be used in covering the roots, and this should be 
carefully worked among them. If the ground is dry, it is well to pour in some 
water when the hole is partially filled. See that the ground is firmly and 
solidly packed over all parts of the roots by exerting the full weight of 
the planter upon it. so that there will be no opportunity for dry air or frost to 
enter and destroy roots deprived of the full benefit of their natural protection. 
Omission to pack the earth solidly is a most frequent cause of failure in plant- 
ing nursery stock. Fill the holes full enough to be even with the surrounding 
surface after the fresh earth settles. Always remove the label when planting. 
If this is left until the tree is grown, the connecting wire often cuts into and 
destroys the tree or branch to which it is attached. Never use manure iu 
contact with roots. When planting dwarf trees set them low enough to cover 
the stock upon w hwh they are budded, but not lower. Large standard trees 
should be staked and tied, .so that the wind will not loosen the roots. This 
should be so done that the bands will not chafe the trees. It is a very good 
way to drive two stakes and confine the tree between straw or hay bands, 
stretched from stake to stake. 
Muichlng-.- When trees or bushes are planted, they should be mulched 
or covered with a layer of coarse manure or htter from three to six inches deep, 
for a space of say two feet more in diameter than the extent of the roots. This 
keeps -.he earth moist and of even temperature. 
After Culture.— Grass should not be allowed to grow about young trees 
or plants. The ground should be cultivated for a space of at least one foot 
outside the roots. If the ground is poor it should be enriched with surface ap- 
plications of manure. Pruning should be varied according to the condition of 
the tree, and the purpose of the planter. It should be done regularly every 
spring, before the buds swell any. In this way the removal of large branches 
will be avoided. 
T\0 NOT FAIL to correspond with us for LARGER 
U QUANTITIES than herein named. REMEMBER 
we make a specialty of Large Orders to Planters, 
