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THE NATIONAL NURSERYMAN 
trees were from two to three inches in diameter, showing an 
average grow'th of two feet; the Root Gall continuing to 
show signs of disappearing, becoming a part of the root 
itself. The trees were vigorous and healthy, numerous 
fruit spurs appearing upon them, many of which bore apples 
Those which were free from Root Gall when planted, were 
also free from it when dug. The trees, however, were not 
more vigorous or healthy in growth than the others. As a 
rule, the trees that were planted more than 14 inches deep 
did not do as well as those which were planted more shallow. 
In too deep planting, the tendency is for the end of the roots 
to grow upward. Some roots were actually found growing 
toward the surface. Those trees planted about 12 inches 
deep made the best growth and presented the best appear¬ 
ance. Too shallow planting, however, in the north, means 
short life to the tree, as the frost heaves the ground, and 
continually throws it toward the surface. The roots would 
thus be affected by freezing and thawing. A11 average 
planting of 12 inches deep in most soils is a safe guide. 
FIFTH YEAR’S REPORT 
In the fall of 1909, five years after planting, the total 
number of trees dug was 14-—two Wealthy, two Duchess, 
two Longfield, two Okabena, two Hibernal, two Patten’s 
Greening and two Northwestern Greening. As this is our 
last year’s report to date, we give the record more in detail. 
In the Wealthy trees, the Root Gall was absorbed and 
had disappeared, fine root system, diameter 3 to 3^2 inches, 
growth two to three feet, height fourteen feet. 
Duchess: One tree had Root Gall when planted; one 
did not. No trace of Root Gall upon either of them. 
Appearance corresponds to the Wealthy. 
Longfield: One tree had Root Gall uhen planted. This 
had disappeared. The other had no Root Gall when 
planted, but when dug there was a trace of it upon the small 
rootlets. Diameter of these trees about two inches, height 
ten feet. 
Okabena: One tree had Root Gall when planted. Slight 
trace to be found only at the end of the roots, diameter 
three inches, height fifteen feet, fine tree. Second had no 
Root Gall when planted; no trace when dug. Description 
same as the preceding tree. 
Hibernal: One tree had Root Gall when planted, which 
had practically disappeared. Diameter two and one-half 
inches, height ten feet, fine root system. Second tree had 
no Root Gall when planted, none when dug. Description 
corresponds to preceding tree. 
Patten’s Greening: One had Root Gall when planted, 
which shows an enlargement of the root as firm and solid as 
the root itself. Fine tree, diameter two and one-half 
inches, height fourteen feet. Second tree had no Root Gall 
when planted, none when dug. Description corresponds to 
preceding tree. 
Northwestern Greening: One had Root Gall when 
planted; now entirely disappeared, fine root system, diame¬ 
ter of tree three inches, height fifteen feet, growth during 
the season two feet, fine tree. The second had no Root 
Gall when planted, slight trace on small rootlets when dug. 
Stabilimento d’Orticolturn 
F'RA.TELrL.I SGARAVATTI, 
Saonara (Padova) Italy. 
ANNOUNCEMENT.—Desiring to enter into business relation¬ 
ship with several of the important Nurseries of North America, we 
request these Nurseries to send us their General Catalogues and to 
correspond with us. fratelli sga.rava.tti. 
WANTED 
A competent foreman who understands all field and inside 
work, budding, grafting, etc. Should have knowledge of all 
lines of work pertaining to the business and ability to handle 
men. Address “NEBRASKA,’’ care of National Nurseryman. 
WANTED 
Young man with thorough ornamental nursery stock train¬ 
ing. Splendid opening for right party. Must furnish the 
best of recommendation. Address 
THE ELM CITY NURSERY CO., New Haven, Conn. 
FOR SALE 
An interest in a well established retail Nursery in the central 
west. Buyer must be reliable and competent to take active 
management and invest 
National Nurseryman. 
$2000.00. Address “R” care 
WANTED 
A competent man to take charge of office. In replying 
state experience and salary wanted. We also have place for 
a few experienced nursery hands steady work and good wages. 
MONT. NURSERY CO., Billings, Mont. 
WANTED—BUDDERS 
To begin about the first of July on peach. Good stand 
of seedlings and the best of wages paid. Address, 
E. P. BERNARDIN, Parsons, Kansas. 
FOR SALE 
Well equipped Nursery Plant with good, thriving retail business 
in the heart of Michigan Fruit belt. For particulars write 
“EQUIPPED” NATIONAL NURSERYMAN. 
WANTED 
Energetic young man as superintendent of a pecan orchard 
to be located at Jeanerette, Louisiana, must be experienced in 
nursery work, used to handling men, free from bad habits, 
perfectly reliable. State experience, give references, state 
wages wanted. Good opportunity. 
STANDARD PECAN CO. 
433 Unity Building, 
BLOOMINGTON, ILL. 
