TREES AND SHRUBS

New Zealand Herald, Volume 79, Issue 24393, 1 October 1942, Page 5

TREES AND SHRUBS

STATE HOUSE AREAS

PROVISION OF HEDGES

IS eatness is a general characteristic of the gardens of State houses. Lawns and border flower beds conform to a high standard. It is not the intention of the State authorities to plant hedges on frontages, but a planting scheme is being carried forward as far as the limited resources of the times permit. Early in July the fifth season of the planting programme was started. It was then announced that a total of 500,000 hedges, plants and decorative shrubs and trees were available, half of this number being allotted to Auckland. The hedges are being planted as a rule along the borders of back gardens. The decorative units are of the type which have a limited habit of growth. Landscape Gardener Employed A landscape gardener is employed by the Housing Department to direct the planting system which, it is understood, will avoid the introduction of trees which in course of time would occupy too much space 111 the respective areas. Generally speaking tenants may plant trees at their own discretion in the back gardens of the houses they occupy. No doubt many will establish fruit trees, including, in Auckland, lemons and oranges, but, of course, a tenant has less inclination to plant for a long-range future than an owner. At present with many men engaged on military and other public duties less attention is being given to private planting of shrubs - and trees than otherwise would be the case. In Auckland, much of which has the garden city atmosphere, the State house settlements still have a bare look to eyes long accustomed to generous tree growth. The neatness of front lawns does not compensate for the absence of tree foliage^ Difficult to Generalise "But," said a gardening expert who was consulted on the question, "it is difficult to generalise on this matter of tree planting or to devise a common system. All planting of shrubs and particularly of trees must be governed by the nature of the section and the proximity of other dwellings. A private owner often establishes young trees which out-grow their space, creating, perhaps, too much shade and occupying too much ground liy their root systems. "Where sections run back a fair distance the planting of trees in addition to hedges is often advisable, not only to create beauty, but also to increaso shelter which has a very important bearing upon flower-growing and vegetable production. But one tenant should not plant trees which in time would become a serious inconvenience to his neighbour. "No doubt the State authorities will give guidance to tenants who wish to do their own planting. Where a tenant with suitable area and location for tree planting does not have any inclination for such activity I would advise that the State inspectors arrange for judicious planting to be done. The cost of the young trees is really a trifle and the resultant general effect would enhance the State's asset." RUGBY FOOTBALL CLOSING OF THE SEASON The Auckland Rugby Union's 1942 season will be brought to ;i close on Saturday next with a match between Pukekohe, holder of the Peace Cup, and an Auckland Army team. The Peace Cup fifteen contains some wellknown players, notably C. K. Saxton, Otago, Southland and New Zealand representative, who will be captain. The two Otago representatives, A. Manion and S. Robinson, will occupy the five-eighths positions, and so there will be experience and ability, close to the scrum. On one wing is J. Elkis, Canterbury representative, a very sound player and powerful runner There are several other representative players in the side, which should provide solid opposition to the Army representatives. N. A. Mitchell, Southland Otago and New Zealand representative, will not be playing owing to injuries received in a previous game. The Auckland Army team, which has been selected by Second-Lieutenant H. D. Brinsden, includes several players who have performed well for Auckland in its representative fixtures this season. In addition to the main Rugby game there will be a big programme of field events, such as goal-kicking, drop-kicking, relay championships. tugs-of-war and other competitions. These will be open to primary and secondary schools, as well as the various clubs affiliated to the union. The Auckland Artillery Band will be in attendance. Following are the teams for the Rugby match;— Auckland Army.—Fullback, R. Scott; threequarters, E. Weston, I. Gregory, E. JBoggs; five-eighths, T. Rae, B. Riley; halfback, F. Whittle; back row, C. Peterson; middle row, C. Reid, J. Gunning, G. Mitchell, M. Cleary; front row, M Smith, J Mcintosh, N. Kidd. Reserves: Backs I. Butler W. Tittleton, H. Kendall; forwards, E. Batty, G. Fenton, G. Tittleton. Pukekohe. —Fullback, B. Boyce; threequarters, J. Dunn, S. Loughrin, J. Elkis; five-eighths, A. Manion, S. Robinson: halfback, C. K. Saxton (captain)- back row, A. Gibson; middle row, D. McLeod, H. H Deans L. Bishop, D. Grant; front row, R. Maske'w E. Coburn C. Caldwell. Reserves: Backs, J. Cockroft, S. Mortimer, J. Edwards; forwards, J. Forrest, G. Hoare, E. Gasson. THE LEAGUE CODE The weekly meeting of the Auckland Rugby League was followed last evening by a function at which the chairman, Mr. J. W. Watson, expressed thanks to the club captains and officials for their co-operation in making the season a success. His remarks were supported by Mr. G. Grey Campbell, president of the Lcasrue, Mr. F. T. McAneny, chairman of the officers' association, said the clubs owed a debt of gratitude to the management committee for the financial assistance it had given injured players. Mr. H. de Wolfe, chairman of the Manukau Cltib, and T. Chase, captain of the club's team, which won the senior championship, also spoke. Presentations of medals were made to U. Hughes (City) and L. Simons (North Shore). NAVY SOCCER MATCH Keen competition was witnessed at Blandford Park yesterday afternoon in the special challenge Soccer match between teams representing naval and merchant vessels, the former winning bv 5 goals to 1. It was an even contest until the final ten minutes, when Navy, Khowintr better staying power, scored three goals quickly. Taylor (3), Woollage and Wadsworth scored for Navy, and Arber for Merchant Navy. FIXTURES FOR SATURDAY The following matches will be played under the control of the Auckland Football Association next Saturday:—Services' game: Army v Air Force, Blandford Park, 3.lft p.m., Mr. 0 C Edwards. Falcon Cup semi-final: Eastern Suburbs v Metro-College, 1.30 p.m., Mr. K Firth Championship: C.R.O. v. Mount Aibert Grammar Old Boys A, Devonport, 3 n m Mr V Olne.v; Ponsonby v. Comrades. Domain. 3 p.m., Mr. R. Lally; North Shore v. Mount Aibert Grammar Old Boys B, Fowlds Park, 3 p.m., Mr. F. O. Green; Naval Base, a bye. LADIES' GOLF MATCHES Auckland. —A ono-club match (no putters) for prizes presented by Mrs. S. S. Wilson resulted.—Seniors: Miss B. Nolan, 101, IS—B3; Mrs. J. S. Colegrove, 94, Mrs H. P. Richmond, 100. 14—86. Juniors: Mrs G. Russell Nolan, 104, 28 —70; Mrs. H. P Williams, 111, 28—83; Miss S. Ma honey, 110. 23—87; Mrs. R. L. McNiven. 1 °Maungakiekle.—The semi-finals and finals of the championships were played yesterday and resulted:—rSeniors: Mrs. H. V. Johnston beat Mrs. V. Kerr. Mrs. J. Jerrat beat Mrs. W S Spence; Mrs. Johnston beat Mrs. Terrat 3 and 2. Juniors: Miss C. Stnbbs beat ifrs. H. Thompson. Mrs. J. W. Hyland beat Mrs. T. Kirkup; Miss Stnbbs beat Mrs. TTvland 2 up Canadian bogey foursomes in KnctioV|ere won by Miss B. Smith and Mrs A S. Bevin (14), 1 down. North Shore. —Bogey match for Ml® B IStewart's trophv:—Seniors: Mrs. E. Thomas, s down Mrs E. Cockayne, 13 down; Miss AT Stevens 14 down. Juniors: Mrs. .T Dnpin. 8 Mrs R. White. 10 down; Mrs L. Toy 11 down. Mrs. Thomas won on a recount. Mrs. Dupin winning tho club trophy.