[2934] This precaution, too, is no longer observed.
[2935] The citron is produced, at the present day, from either the pips, plants, or cuttings.
[2936] This passage is borrowed almost verbatim from Virgil, Georgics ii. 50, et seq.
[2937] “Perna.” This method of reproduction is still adopted, but it is not to be recommended, as the young tree, before it throws out a root, is liable to be overthrown by high winds. Virgil mentions it, Georg. ii. 23.
[2938] Palladius only says that the growth of the quince in such case is very slow.
[2939] This experiment has been tried for curiosity’s sake, and has succeeded; the roots become dry, lose their fibres, and then develop buds, from which branches issue; while the buds of the summit become changed into roots.
[2940] “Seminarii:” “nurseries,” as they are more commonly called.
[2941] The distance, in reality, ought to vary according to the nature and species of the trees, and the height they are to be allowed to attain.
[2942] De Re Rust. 48.
[2943] These precautions are not looked upon as necessary for the indigenous trees at the present day. For the first year, however, Fée says, the hurdles might be found very useful.