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The Proper Distance to Plant Evergreens in Your 
Windbreak Row 
C Evergreens, set quite close in the row and given plenty of room 
between the rows, will give far better results than if the trees are 
scattered about in too many rows. We would advise planting the 
trees 10x10 feet, viz., 10 feet apart in the row and in rows 10 feet 
apart. This is unquestionably the best distance to plant as the 
trees have plenty of room for development and give much quicker 
results. 
We Are Ready to Help You 
C It may be that you have some tree problem that we could help 
you solve. Our experience of over half a century with Evergreen 
trees in all parts of the country might be of benefit. If you desire 
special information send us a rough diagram of your farm, showing 
location of house, barn, yards, roads, etc., and we will help you. 
We especially recommend to farmers who are planting their first 
windbreak to be sure that they have the trees far enough away from 
the buildings so that their yards will not be crowded in the least. 
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Directions For Planting Windbreaks 
C In planting trees for windbreaks, success depends to a great 
extent upon the preparation of the ground to receive them. It 
should be carefully plowed or spaded as deeply as possible, and 
some rich compost or fertilizer added. 
C Three rows, breaking joints, make a very satisfactory windbreak. 
Plant the extra tall, fast-growing varieties (Pines), in the row 
forming the outside, medium growers (Spruce), in the middle row, 
with the low-growing trees (Arbor Vitae, Cedars and Firs), to form 
the inside row. Hoe or cultivate thoroughly the first few summers 
after planting, especially during July, August and September. 
Water generously at frequent intervals during summer. 
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A good method of planting? a windhreat—three rows 10x10 feet, breaking joints. 
A wonderful example of Windbreak planting?, both for beauty and utility 
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