Show formula for whitewash to preclude the best method of preventing Is by leaving on the lower branches of the tree so that the trunk Is naturally shaded Ilo however wever it may be beneficial in some cases to whitewash the trunks for the first year or two un unell ill these branc branches bes develop enough to furnish such shade A very good whitewash can be made for use on the fruit trees by the following formula quicklime 30 pounds tallow tour four pounds salt five pounds water enough to make a thin paste this mixture should be ai applied to the tree with a brush as soon after planting a as possible dad and should be renewed whenever necessary until the second winter or until the shade of the trees becomes adequate to protect their own trunks |