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GARDENING IN THE SOUTHWEST 
Note on 
Pruning 
Privet, Ligustrum and Euonymus, if one wishes a low hedge, 
should be pruned to the ground every four or five years. Do not 
despair when the luxuriant growth is cut away, for the strong, 
established roots will send up a wealth of new lacy growth to de¬ 
light the eye and keep the bushes thick and healthy. In our part 
of the country, where growth is so abundant, frequent and severe 
pruning is necessary. 
The following lists have been compiled from answers sent in 
reply to the many questionnaires sent throughout this district to 
secure accurate information from each locality and may be an aid 
in selecting those shrubs known to be adapted to various specific 
sections. 
May this small contribution be the means of inspiring new 
gardeners with an adventure into the association of growing things 
and those experienced in the game, to reach out into new fields 
and greater joys, is the sincere wish of the writer. 
—Louise Belsterling. 
