wish a close set, formal tree remove the tip of 
each branch back to the crotch of two good 
laterals in such a way that the tree will be left 
in symmetrical shape. The first time this is 
done the small branches removed will prob¬ 
ably be from six to twelve inches long and 
those of the female trees will have on them 
many berries. 
The pruning can be done before Christmas 
or early in the spring, depending on whether 
you prefer to use the cut branches for gifts 
and indoor decoration or prefer to enjoy the 
beauty of every berry and twig on the tree all 
winter. In succeeding years the tips of such 
branches as extend beyond the line desired can 
be removed in the same way. 
The second method of pruning would result 
in a more open, graceful type of tree. Leave 
the terminals of all branches except of those 
with a tendency to grow out of symmetry and 
remove enough small lateral branches to open 
up the head of the tree. 
These two methods can be used in various 
combinations as desired. 
Elizabeth C. White. 
THE CONSERVATION NURSERY 
JOSEPH J. WHITE, Inc. 
WHITESBOG, N. J. 
Famous Whitesbog Blueberries, Franklinea (Gor- 
donia Alatamaha), Swamp Magnolia, Pine Barren 
Gentian Climbing Fern, Bearberry, Inkberry, 
Clethera alnifolia, both pink and white, and other 
native treasures. 
