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February, 1917 
THE GARDEN M A G A Z I N E 
“Hills of Snow” 
Hydrangea 
Blooms in midsummer when color is scarce 
in the shrubbery border. Large cluster of 
pure white flowers almost hide the foliage 
during July and August. A few of these 
attractive shrubs, judiciously planted 
around the home, will greatly add to its 
attractiveness and bright appearance. 
Unexcelled for Suburban Planting 
Easily confined to limited space. Practically im- 
mune to plant diseases. The flowers are lasting, the 
foliage very ornamental. Thrive well in any soil and 
require no petting or attention after planting. Sturdy, 
well-rooted plants with well-balanced tops, 50c. each, 
$5. per dozen. No charge for packing and delivery' to 
express office. 
Helpful Catalogue and Personal Advice 
It puts a century of experience in growing or- FREE 
namentals at your disposal. Eight hundred acres 
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inquiries with reference to planting plans and problems. 
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Extra Special Value 1 A - 
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The following collection blooms continuously 
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packets. Germinating quality guaranteed. 
Catalogue Mailed FREE 
Describes the best varieties of Roses, Dahlias, Can- 
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and garden. Write to-day. 
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Box 515 Springfield, Ohio 
COLORADO 
SAND 
LILIES 
C RYSTAL-WHITE, miniature 
April-blooming lilies from a 
rosette of pretty foliage. Har- 
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sunny, well drained spot in any 
garden. We want them to carry 
a message of fragrance, beauty and 
lasting pleasure to every garden 
owner in America; 15 flowering 
roots for $1.00; 100 for $6.00; pre- 
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early spring. 
Ask for catalogue of Colorado 
shrubs and flowers. We also grow 
and catalogue the best ornamen- 
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The finest that skill can produce direct from our upland nurseries (The 
largest in N. Y. State) to you direct at wholesale prices. 
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Then there are the Dwarf Fruit Trees, very satisfactory if you have a small yard. The varieties and tneir early 
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No matter whether you want to plant an orchard, set out some nut trees, or beautify your home with some 
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THE READERS’ SERVICE 
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to each reader of The Garden Magazine. 
The most expert advice that the editors of the 
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Service will transmit the desired information, 
after putting the question before the proper 
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for reply is appreciated. 
There are, however, some things we cannot 
DO. We cannot supply plans for garden de- 
sign, nor for garden making, nor for buildings; 
neither can we make complete planting lists for 
individual purposes. We are, however, in such 
cases ready to give references to previously pub- 
lished plans and if desired to people who we 
think could adequately serve the inquirer, or to 
make general suggestions regarding garden de- 
signs or planting plans that may be submitted 
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Magazine Readers’ Service, Garden City, Long 
Island, N. Y. 
Transplanting Big Trees 
Is it possible to transplant trees twelve to 
eighteen inches in diameter with a reasonable 
assurance of success; if so, at what season and 
how best is it done? — W. C., 111. 
— Large trees can be moved under certain 
conditions; it all depends on the kind of tree 
and the soil on which it grows. It is prac- 
tically impossible to move Oaks. Elms can be 
moved if they are carefully looked after, while 
Maples are comparatively easy to move. The 
essentials of successful tree moving are simple. 
1 he roots must be disturbed as little as possible. 
In winter you can cut out the ball of soil 
any size you wish and then let it freeze solid, 
when it may be drawn over the frozen ground 
more economically than in any other way. 
One great cause of failure in the moving of 
trees is due to the fact that not enough of the 
root system is taken up. As much of the root 
system should be moved as there is top of the 
tree. In fact, one can destroy the top of the 
tree with a greater chance of the tree living 
than one can destroy the roots. Trees should 
be removed into similar conditions; trees 
moved from the middle of a wood to an open 
lawn will not do well. The top branches of the 
tree should be cut back considerably in order 
to offset the loss of the roots. Trees that 
are to be moved should be root pruned from 
time to time so that large masses of small 
fibrous roots are contained in the ball about 
the base of the tree. Twenty-four hours be- 
fore digging, a trench is opened almost on a 
line with the spread of the branches. 1 his is 
filled with water and the inside ball is also well 
watered. When actual moving takes place, 
next day, the soil is carefully taken from all 
extended roots which are then carefully 
wrapped and watered and the tree is lifted 
with a large ball based on the size of the trunk 
— one foot of ball to each inch of trunk. The 
actual move is made rapidly, the tree being re- 
planted with careful replacing and tamping of 
the soil. Subsequent care consists of watering 
and mulching liberally — a three-inch mulch is 
kept over the whole disturbed area for at least 
a year. 
Starting in the Greenhouse Business 
I want to start in the greenhouse business; 
but have but little capital and no experience. 
(Continued on page 4.6) 
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