Blackberries

The fine garden forms are much superior to the common. They will grow against a rustic fence if the soil is deep and rich; but as they are often slow in starting, it is wise to cut them back close to the ground after planting, the same as Raspberries.

Figs

The young wood of trees in the open may be tied in bundles as a protection against frost. Indoor trees may have the old wood cut out and the new trained in.

Fruit On North Walls

Warm south walls will grow all kinds of fruit, but there is often a doubt as to the north wall. Morello Cherries, Gooseberries as cordons, Elruge Nectarine, Sea Eagle Peach, and Coe's Golden Drop and Victoria Plums may be mentioned as fruits which will succeed on north walls.

Fig. 93. - Cutting Back Blackberries.

a. Old branches to be cut back.

b. Small straggly ones to be removed.

c. Strong young canes not to be cut back. (Note. - At planting all the canes may be cut back).

The Loganberry

This useful fruit may be planted on pillars or arches, in deep, rich, moist soil. It is a vigorous grower and a heavy bearer of large berries, but the flavour is poor.

Planting

All kinds of fruit trees may be planted.