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or a double furrow in which to plant the trees. On smooth gully banks, the "pocket" method should be used. An ample pocket or shelf

Figure 11.—The pocket method of planting seedlings is recommended for use on steep slopes if the trees are not set in contour furrows. Pockets, nitches, or shelves catch run-off and retard soil washing.

is dug in the bank in which the tree is to be set, as shown in figure 11. This is effective in helping to check rapid water run-off and thus improve soil-moisture conditions. Soil erosion is also lessened.